bookbashuk Chapter 134 The Best Reward
Chapter 134 The Best Reward
Chapter 134 The Best Reward
Three poles in the sun.
The warm sunlight streamed in through the gaps in the curtains, illuminating a messy scene.
Huo Yuhao, who had just survived a night of fierce fighting, slowly woke up.
The first thing that catches the eye is Gu Yuena's silvery-white hair and her small head, which is resting peacefully against his chest and rising and falling slightly with his breathing.
According to Gu Yuena, she couldn't be on top during the battle, so she had to sleep on top afterward.
One can only say that this ruler of all soul beasts always has a strange sense of ritual.
As if sensing Huo Yuhao's awakening, Gu Yuena stirred slightly, rolling off him and into his arms, then snuggling closer, like a lazy kitten, uttering a soft murmur filled with sleepiness.
"Hmm... Is it already morning? You probably don't have anything else to do today, let's sleep a little longer."
Last night's epic battle had exhausted her strength, leaving her utterly powerless to fight back in the end, and she almost thought she was about to ascend to heaven.
Seeing this, Huo Yuhao said somewhat helplessly, "I should still have to go to class."
Gu Yuena wrinkled her nose in dissatisfaction, rubbed her sleepy eyes with some effort, raised her head slightly, glanced groggily at the bright sunlight outside the window, and then fell back down.
"Don't worry. You'll be late even if you go now, so you might as well sleep in with me. Anyway, those courses in the foreign language department are basically useless to you."
Huo Yuhao remained silent.
Because what Gu Yuena said really makes a lot of sense.
Even when he went to class, he would just be designing new soul tool blueprints while running a simulation.
Sometimes, when faced with critical moments in research, they simply ask for leave.
Anyway, his teacher is Xian Lin'er, so getting leave approved is a piece of cake.
With this in mind, Huo Yuhao relaxed.
The sunlight grew warmer, and a lazy atmosphere filled the air.
The two embraced, their breaths mingling, and soon they became drowsy again.
After an unknown amount of time, in a state between sleep and wakefulness, Gu Yuena's voice suddenly rang out: "Yuhao, I think I forgot to tell you something."
A few days ago, that old guy Mu En contacted me, saying he wanted me to be the team leader for this Soul Master Competition. It seems like they're starting to select substitute players for the outer academy in the next few days? It sounds like such a hassle. Do you think I should just turn it down?
Hearing this, Huo Yuhao's previously confused thoughts cleared up a bit.
Selection for the Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Battle Tournament?
All he remembered was that Elder Xuan had disappeared after his injuries healed.
Given the punishment he received at the previous Sea God Pavilion meeting, it's likely that the academy will no longer entrust him with matters related to this competition.
Huo Yuhao originally thought that Yan Shaozhe would be in charge of the selection of the reserve team for this Soul Master Competition. In that case, the selection method would most likely be the same as the previous competition, with the teams competing in different categories such as strong attack, control, agility attack, and support.
Defense-type characters with offensive capabilities will compete against offensive-type characters, while food-type characters will compete with support-type characters for spots.
Generally, the final team configuration will consist of two offensive types, two control types, one agility type, one support type, plus one spot specifically reserved for the soul guide type.
The problem is that this year's situation is extremely special.
In the selection process for Ma Xiaotao's year, there were no predetermined spots; all participants were selected through a competitive selection process.
However, in this cohort, both Bei Bei and Xu Sanshi received the academy's approval in advance and became the designated members of the Shrek Seven Devils.
This means that other students from other departments can only compete for the remaining five spots.
If the academy were to follow its usual categorized tournament format, the spots for the offensive class would already be taken by Bei Bei and Xu Sanshi. In that case, students like Wang Dong'er and Wu Feng, who are also offensive, would have virtually no chance of being selected.
Not to mention that the Soul Master categories of Huo Yuhao's close associates also overlap.
The Soul Master Competition is a continent-wide event held every five years. For young Soul Masters, it is an extremely rare opportunity to gain experience and broaden their horizons. Most people can only participate twice in their lifetime.
Huo Yuhao naturally hoped that Wang Dong'er and the others could have the opportunity to participate.
Now that they hear that Gu Yuena is in charge of this selection process, Huo Yuhao has a lot more room to maneuver.
He could have easily made Gu Yuena use the same selection method as in his previous life.
Even if they aren't ultimately selected, Huo Yuhao can still help them apply for a few special spots to accompany the team. Although they won't be able to compete, being able to travel with the team will still be a worthwhile experience.
As for whether there will be any casualties among the regular team members and whether reserve team members will need to step in, Huo Yuhao was not sure.
This time, Master Xuan was not present, and the messenger of death should not cause as horrific casualties as in the previous life.
As his thoughts raced, Huo Yuhao leaned close to Gu Yuena's ear and told her his ideas and plans.
Listening to Huo Yuhao's narration, Gu Yuena's eyes suddenly lit up, and she became more sober. She looked at Huo Yuhao with a hint of understanding in her tone.
"You're asking me to do this not for your own sake, are you?"
Huo Yuhao felt a little guilty under her gaze, and a hint of embarrassment appeared on his face, but he still nodded honestly, which was taken as tacit agreement.
After blinking a few times, Gu Yuena gracefully straddled Huo Yuhao's body.
Her long, silver hair cascaded down like a waterfall, partially obscuring her figure, but her flawless body, illuminated by the sunlight filtering through the curtains, shone with a lustrous sheen, like white jade.
"In that case," Gu Yuena leaned down slightly, her purple eyes sparkling with captivating light, "I need a reward."
"A reward?" Huo Yuhao looked puzzled, somewhat confused as to what the Silver Dragon King, the ruler of all soul beasts, would need. "Is there anything you need me to do for you?"
"Doing nothing is the best reward for me."
Gu Yuena uttered a meaningful sentence, and her soft hand was already pressed against Huo Yuhao's chest.
Judging from this, Huo Yuhao understood exactly what Gu Yuena wanted to do.
Springtime was beautiful, but the flames of war were reignited.
Three days later.
The bell rang on time to signal the end of get out of class.
Huo Yuhao, who arrived at the Soul Fighting Area with Gu Yuena, naturally saw Yan Shaozhe, who was dressed in white and had been waiting on the platform for a long time.
Upon seeing the two arrive, Yan Shaozhe nodded slightly to them, then spoke:
"Yuhao, you should know what's going to happen next. Elder Mu wants you to go directly to the main team, so you don't need to compete for those seven spots in this reserve team selection."
Upon hearing this, Huo Yuhao was slightly taken aback.
He'll go straight into the starting lineup, replacing whom?
Is it Dai Yaoheng?
However, even if he replaces Dai Yueheng, he can directly replace another starting player, just like Ma Xiaotao.
After all, the capable rise to the top, and that's true everywhere.
However, this is actually a good thing for Huo Yuhao.
At least we don't have to take up a spot in the reserve team.
"Yes, Dean Yan." Huo Yuhao nodded in agreement.
After Huo Yuhao responded that he understood, Yan Shaozhe's gaze then fell on Gu Yuena. He hesitated slightly before asking:
"Teacher Gu Yuena, are you sure you really want to use a free-for-all format for the upcoming reserve team selection?"
When Gu Yuena proposed using a free-for-all format to select reserve team members, Yan Shaozhe was genuinely surprised by this bold idea.
In all the years since Shrek Academy was founded, this method has never been used to select the Shrek Seven Devils.
The chaotic battle is full of uncertainties.
Even Bei Bei and Xu Sanshi, the twin stars of the outer academy, would probably find it difficult to withstand the simultaneous attack of five or six students.
Although these two have been through all sorts of things recently, Yan Shaozhe felt it would be a bit embarrassing if they were eliminated in this selection process due to an accident.
Gu Yuena simply replied in a flat tone: "Dean Yan, isn't the academy going to select the Shrek Seven Devils?"
Since it's a team event, wouldn't a free-for-all format provide a clearer picture of each participant's individual skills, adaptability, teamwork, and interpersonal relationships?
After being swayed by Gu Yuena, Yan Shaozhe showed a thoughtful expression.
He had to admit that there was some truth to what he was saying.
In the end, he nodded slightly, which was considered as agreeing to Gu Yuena's proposal.
Huo Yuhao, standing to the side, was also somewhat incredulous upon hearing Gu Yuena's words.
This sovereign of the soul beasts is quite the con artist, which has somewhat changed his perception of her.
Not long after the bell rang, teachers from each grade began to lead their core students into the Soul Fighting Zone.
As Jiang Nannan entered the Soul Fighting Zone, she immediately spotted Huo Yuhao, who had already arrived. She then stepped away from her original group, walked to Huo Yuhao's side, and began to speak to him in a low voice.
Among the core disciples of the fifth grade, Bei Bei witnessed this scene and couldn't help but turn to look at her good friend Xu Sanshi beside her, asking, "Sanshi, have you really come to terms with it?"
"Shh, keep it down." Xu Sanshi made a shushing gesture, exaggeratedly putting his arm around his good brother's shoulder, and whispered, "What if my wife hears us?"
Beibei rolled her eyes in annoyance.
Others might not understand his good brother's personality, but surely he did? He pursed his lips and continued:
"Don't worry, your partner isn't at Shrek Academy, and besides, I don't believe you can settle down so quickly."
"Look at what you're saying," Xu Sanshi snorted, then changed the subject, a curious look on his face, "But Beibei, what exactly happened between you and Tang Ya?"
Seeing that Xu Sanshi had steered the conversation toward her, Bei Bei's smile faded slightly, and she let out a soft sigh.
You should know that Xiaoya dropped out of school, right?
Xu Sanshi nodded and said, "What does her dropping out of school have to do with you?"
Although Xu Sanshi had long found it hard to believe that Beibei and Tang Ya were together.
After all, in the world of Soul Masters, those who end up together are mostly Soul Masters with similar talents and family backgrounds.
Otherwise, the mere difference in lifespan often leads to a tragic end.
Beibei sighed softly, "The last time I saw her, we had a huge fight. It was then that I truly realized that we had very different ideas."
You should understand, Shrek Academy is like home to me, the place that gave me birth and raised me. But Xiaoya doesn't like the academy; in fact, she's quite disgusted with it.
Upon hearing this, Xu Sanshi paused for a moment, then patted his good brother on the shoulder and comforted him, "Good brother, take it easy. Maybe you're about to find a much bigger forest, who knows?"
Hearing Xu Sanshi's words, Bei Bei's lips twitched involuntarily. "Are you trying to comfort me? Why don't you tell me first why your family suddenly wants to terminate the previous agreement with the academy?"
Xu Sanshi had just returned home and not only suddenly found himself with a fiancée, but the bloodline of the divine beast Xuanwu within him had also been completely solidified. He could be considered a winner in life to a certain extent.
"Well, that..." Xu Sanshi suddenly became somewhat hesitant, "As you know, my bloodline has been fully awakened, and I will definitely go back to take over the position of sect leader of the Xuanming Sect in the future."
As far as Xu Sanshi knew, his family had already paid Shrek Academy a sum of money to make up for the resources the academy had invested in his upbringing.
Of course, for Xu Sanshi himself, the most important reason was that his fiancée was still waiting for him in the Xuanming Sect.
Bei Bei glanced at Xu Sanshi and said irritably, "So, you're not planning to participate in this Shrek Seven Devils selection either?"
"Really?" Xu Sanshi looked puzzled, somewhat confused about his good brother's meaning.
Beibei spoke up to explain, "You should know about the Heavenly Dragon Gate in Dragon City, right?"
Xu Sanshi nodded.
Although their Xuanming Sect had always been developing near Douling City in the Douling Empire.
However, because his mother chose to elope with his father back then, the Douling Emperor was furious, which also caused the Douling royal family to feel unhappy with their Xuanming family.
His father, considering the future development of the sect and the Shrek Academy, gradually shifted the core of the sect to the Heavenly Soul Empire.
Therefore, Xu Sanshi had naturally heard of the Tianlongmen sect, which was located in the northeastern part of the Tianhun Empire, near the far north.
"The Heavenly Dragon Sect is also a branch of our Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex family, although it is different from the lineage I inherited. However, within their sect, they possess a special ancestral land."
For any possessor of a dragon-type martial soul, it offers immense benefits for cultivation. My family wants me to travel to the Heavenly Dragon Gate soon, to utilize the environment there to completely stabilize the Holy Light Dragon bloodline within me.
Hearing Bei Bei's words, Xu Sanshi's eyes lit up, and he wrapped his arms around Bei Bei's neck.
"So, you're going to that Heavenly Dragon Gate thing next? Hey bro, take me with you. When we get there, we'll be slaughtering everything in sight."
Beibei punched Xu Sanshi hard, saying irritably, "Go away, I knew you hadn't changed a bit. Aren't you afraid your wife will find out and throw a tantrum?"
Xu Sanshi chuckled, saying nothing more, but after a long while, he looked at the beautiful women surrounding Huo Yuhao and sighed, "Beibei, do you see? This is a true role model for us, my real idol."
Beibei's lips twitched slightly, clearly not wanting to pay any more attention to the clown beside her.
(End of this chapter)