stonecrandall Chapter 19: First Encounter with Tang 3!
Chapter 19: First Encounter with Tang 3!
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"it is good."
Cao Kun did not refuse and nodded in agreement.
"I will give them a first day of school that they will never forget."
His tone was flat, but for some reason, both Zhao Wuji and Flander sensed something different in his words.
With the matter settled, Zhao Wuji and Flander did not linger and returned to their own barely habitable houses to prepare for seclusion.
Cao Kun and Dugu Yan then began to handle the aftermath of the academy's affairs.
Watching the two figures depart, Dugu Yan's green eyes flickered slightly, and she asked softly, "Young Master, are you preparing... to completely bring them under your control?"
She was quick-witted and had already discerned Cao Kun's emphasis on Shrek Academy, as well as the true meaning behind "Mount Buzhou".
Cao Kun stood with his hands behind his back, his gaze distant, and said calmly, "Teacher Zhao is already a member of my 'Mount Buzhou.' Dean Flander is meticulous and skilled in management; he is a good manager and pioneer. If he can sincerely submit to us, he will be of great use in the future. As for the method..."
He smiled slightly and didn't continue, but Dugu Yan already understood.
The quietly planted "Undying Heart" imprint is the most reliable "insurance".
The way to manage subordinates is to combine kindness and severity.
"Yan'er, prepare the 'Cleansing Elixir' and the 'Strengthening Essence Powder' to purify the remaining traces of the battlefield as quickly as possible," Cao Kun instructed.
"Yes, young master." Dugu Yan bowed gracefully, turned and left, her steps light yet carrying an air of competence and efficiency.
Cao Kun then slowly walked back to the small building.
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In the blink of an eye, a night has passed.
the next morning.
Cao Kun sat cross-legged in the quiet room, but did not immediately begin his cultivation.
For him, who has now reached the level of a Limit Douluo at level ninety-nine and possesses twin god-level martial souls, simply accumulating soul power is not very meaningful. What he needs more is to comprehend the laws, explore the origin, and... wait for the opportunity to "become a god".
"System," he murmured to himself.
[All Heavens Check-in System]
Host: Cao Kun
Check-in location: [Buzhou Mountain Cottage] (Exclusive cultivation area)
Today's check-in status: Not checked in
"Check-in".
[Ding! Check-in successful!]
[Congratulations, host! You have received a [Martial Soul Evolution Potion Gift Pack] x1!]
A barely perceptible hint of surprise and delight flashed in Cao Kun's eyes. A Martial Soul Evolution Potion? And a generous gift pack at that? This is truly a treasure!
A thought flashed through his mind: "Open the gift package."
[Ding! Successfully opened the [Soul Evolution Potion Gift Pack]!]
[Obtained: 3 Superior Martial Soul Evolution Potions!]
[Obtained: 10 Medium-Grade Martial Soul Evolution Potions!]
[Obtained: 50 Low-Grade Martial Soul Evolution Potions!]
[Note: Martial Soul Evolution Potions are graded as follows: Excellent, High-Grade, Medium-Grade, and Low-Grade. The corresponding evolution probabilities and effects for each Martial Soul quality are as follows...]
The system detailed the effects of the various potions, which largely matched Cao Kun's previous understanding. This further solidified his confidence. With this batch of potions, his "Buzhou Mountain" team building would take a solid step forward!
It should be noted that in the past twelve years of signing in, he has only obtained three high-grade martial soul evolution potions (which were marked as "advanced" by the system at the time).
One of the gifts was given to Dugu Bo, helping his Jade Phosphorous Serpent Emperor Martial Soul evolve to the edge of demigod level, greatly increasing his strength and completely subduing this arrogant Poison Douluo.
The other two were given to his two earliest subordinates, whose loyalty and potential had been tested, and who had now become the backbone of Buzhou Mountain in secret.
While low-grade and mid-grade potions are relatively weaker, for the vast number of lower and middle-level Soul Masters, they represent a life-changing opportunity! This is enough to attract a large number of Soul Masters with potential who are limited by the quality of their Martial Soul to join their ranks!
"Perfect timing, the evolution of Teacher Zhao's and Dean Flander's martial souls is also settled." Cao Kun thought to himself.
Zhao Wuji's Mighty Vajra Bear and Flander's Four-Eyed Cat Owl are both high-level martial souls. Using a superior martial soul evolution potion, they have a high probability of evolving into top-level martial souls, and even a slight chance of touching the threshold of demigod level!
At that time, the two of them will experience a qualitative leap in strength, and will be able to better manage the affairs of "Buzhou Mountain" both overtly and covertly.
"However, we must be cautious about the medicine. We should only bestow it upon them after they have formally pledged their allegiance and rendered meritorious service." Cao Kun would not be completely swayed by emotions. Resources should be used wisely and given to those who know how to cherish and repay them.
He carefully put away the medicine, which would be an important asset for the future rise of "Buzhou Mountain".
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As the sun rises, its golden light bathes the mountains and fields.
Cao Kun pushed open the door of the small house, bathed in the warm morning light. He was dressed in a simple white cloth robe, his black hair casually tied up, exuding an otherworldly air. After a night of recuperation, he had recovered to his best condition.
Dugu Yan was already waiting outside the door, carrying an exquisite food box.
"Young master, breakfast is ready. Also, the academy has been initially cleared, and the new students are all gathered at the training grounds," she reported softly.
"Yes, thank you for your hard work." Cao Kun took the food box and ate some simple yet refreshing porridge and snacks.
These are all cooked with spiritual plants from the back mountain, which are very beneficial to cultivation.
At nine o'clock in the morning, at Shrek Academy's relatively intact open-air training ground.
The morning sun warmed the cobblestone field. Several old trees cast dappled shadows along the edge of the field, and a gentle breeze carried the scent of grass and earth.
Seven figures stood neatly in the center of the field.
On the left are three senior students. Dai Mubai, fifteen years old, with blond hair, heterochromatic eyes, a tall and muscular build, and a somewhat wicked and unruly air, is a level 37 Battle Soul Master with the White Tiger Martial Soul. Oscar, fourteen years old, has a slightly lewd smile but clear and bright eyes; he is a level 31 Food-type Weapon Soul Master with the Sausage Martial Soul. And Ma Hongjun, twelve years old, with a round figure and small, always lecherous eyes, is a level 28 Power Attack-type Battle Soul Master with the Evil Fire Phoenix Martial Soul (preliminarily purified).
On the right are four new students who just enrolled yesterday.
Standing at the very front was a seemingly ordinary-looking, simply dressed black-haired boy. He was of medium build, yet his posture was exceptionally upright and steady, his eyes calm and deep, subtly conveying a maturity and world-weariness beyond his years. This was Tang San, twelve years old (actually over thirty in mental age), a level twenty-nine control-type battle spirit master, his martial spirit being Blue Silver Grass, an outer disciple of the Tang Sect (another world), and the inheritor of the Hundred Secrets of Hidden Weapons.
Next to Tang San was a pretty and adorable girl. She had long, glossy black hair, styled into a scorpion braid that reached past her hips. Her skin was fair, her face delicate, and her large, bright eyes were lively and expressive. At this moment, she was looking around curiously, her pink lips slightly pouting, showing a touch of naivety and liveliness. This was Xiao Wu, twelve years old (in human form, a 100,000-year-old soul beast, the Soft Bone Rabbit), a level 29 Power Attack-type Battle Soul Master, her martial soul being the Soft Bone Rabbit.
Next to Xiao Wu was a girl with a cool and aloof demeanor and a voluptuous figure.
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