The first light of dawn broke, and soft rays filtered through the dappled leaves, spilling onto Huo Yunhan's window. As usual, he slowly woke up in the faint glimmer of dawn, his bright eyes revealing a determination and focus unfitting for his age. After a simple wash, he quickly dressed neatly. A crisp black martial outfit outlined his slender and vigorous figure, and the touch of golden patterns at the collar highlighted his extraordinary identity.
Huo Yunhan walked out of his home and briskly headed toward the Soul Master Academy. Along the way, he could feel the vitality and energy permeating the streets. Vendors had set up their stalls early, the counters filled with various fresh ingredients and a dazzling array of small items. Pedestrians came and went; some looked hurried, rushing to make a living, while others strolled leisurely, enjoying the tranquility of the early morning. Huo Yunhan's gaze remained firm, only glancing briefly at the bustling scene around him; his mind had long since flown to the classrooms of the Soul Master Academy, filled with challenges and opportunities.
Stepping through the gates of the Soul Master Academy, a rich aura of soul power rushed at his face. Inside the academy, tall teaching buildings were scattered in an orderly manner. On the sports field, junior students were undergoing basic soul power training, their tender faces full of earnestness and perseverance. Huo Yunhan walked straight toward his class. His steps were steady and powerful, drawing envious and admiring glances from many surrounding students. After all, as a highly anticipated genius freshman in the academy, he not only possessed powerful soul power but also had an extraordinary talent in comprehending and applying soul skills.
Walking into the classroom, the chatter among the students abruptly stopped, and they all cast respectful glances at him. Huo Yunhan nodded slightly in acknowledgment and found a seat to sit down. Before long, Mu Jin walked into the classroom with steady steps and began today's lesson. The course mainly revolved around the theoretical knowledge of advanced soul skills. She explained in detail the principles, application techniques, and coping strategies of each soul skill. Huo Yunhan listened with rapt attention, the pen in his hand continuously recording key points in his notebook. His mind worked like a high-speed machine, constantly absorbing the nourishment of knowledge. For some complex concepts, he could always quickly understand and put forward unique insights, causing teachers, including Mu Jin, to nod frequently in praise.
During the break, students gathered around Huo Yunhan, asking him questions about the cultivation of various soul skills. Huo Yunhan answered them patiently. Although he was still young, his explanations explained profound theories in simple language, greatly benefiting his classmates.
As the noon bell rang, Huo Yunhan finished his morning classes at the Soul Master Academy. After having a simple lunch in the academy cafeteria, he hurried back to his residence, looking forward to his soul tool instruction class with Kong Deming in the afternoon.
As a leading figure in the field of soul tools, Kong Deming, though now appearing slightly thin, had his white hair combed neatly. His deep eyes revealed an endless passion and focus for soul tools. Huo Yunhan respected him extremely, and during every class, he acted like a sponge absorbing water, soaking up every shred of knowledge Kong Deming imparted.
Huo Yunhan stepped into Kong Deming's workshop, which was filled with various unfinished soul tools and experimental equipment. A faint metallic scent and soul power fluctuations permeated the air. Kong Deming was already waiting in the workshop. Seeing Huo Yunhan enter, a kind smile appeared on his face, and he beckoned Huo Yunhan over.
"Yunhan, today we are going to deeply study the construction of the core array of a Class 2 soul tool. This is a crucial step in soul tool manufacturing, and not the slightest carelessness is allowed." As he spoke, Kong Deming picked up a model of a Class 2 soul tool and began to explain the principles and structure of its core array in detail. Huo Yunhan leaned in to observe carefully, his eyes glued to those complex and exquisite patterns on the model, rapidly constructing a three-dimensional image of the array in his mind.
While explaining, Kong Deming demonstrated how to carve the array on the core component of the soul tool. The special carving knife in his hand glided gently across the metal surface. Streams of soul power were injected along the knife, accurately outlining the lines of the array. Huo Yunhan watched with rapt attention, his eyes full of desire and focus. When Kong Deming finished the demonstration, Huo Yunhan couldn't wait to pick up the carving knife and start attempting to carve on a spare core component.
He carefully controlled his soul power, letting the carving knife move along the path planned in his mind. However, the first attempt was not smooth. When carving a key node of the array, a trace of fluctuation occurred in his soul power, causing a slight deviation in the lines of the array.
Huo Yunhan frowned slightly, feeling inevitably somewhat disappointed.
Kong Deming comforted him from the side, "Don't rush, this is normal. The core array of a Class 2 soul tool is extremely complex for beginners. Even an experienced Class 1 soul engineer will inevitably make mistakes. The key is to learn from failure and adjust your control of soul power."
Huo Yunhan took a deep breath, calmed his mood, and picked up the carving knife again. This time, he was even more focused, concentrating all his spiritual power on the contact point between the carving knife and the core component. His soul power flowed accurately like silk threads, the carving knife gliding smoothly on the metal surface, and the lines of the array gradually appeared clearly. Finally, he successfully completed the carving of the core array. Looking at the perfect work in his hands, a gratified smile appeared on Huo Yunhan's face, and Kong Deming also cast an approving glance at him.
Next, Kong Deming took out a damaged Class 2 soul tool and let Huo Yunhan try to repair it.
Huo Yunhan carefully checked the damage to the soul tool. Using the knowledge he had learned, he first carefully dismantled the damaged part, and then began looking for suitable materials for replacement.
During the repair process of a soul tool, not only must material compatibility be considered, but the energy transmission lines must also be accurately connected to ensure the smooth flow of soul power...
After some effort, Huo Yunhan finally successfully repaired the soul tool. When he injected soul power into it and saw the soul tool glow again, his heart was filled with a sense of accomplishment.
Kong Deming watched from the side and said in satisfaction, "Yunhan, your talent and hard work in soul tool manufacturing both surprise me. But you must know that this is just the beginning. The continent's future holds even more complex soul tools waiting for you to explore."
Huo Yunhan nodded earnestly and said, "Grandpa Kong, I will definitely continue to work hard. I hope that one day, I can manufacture soul tools that surpass our predecessors and contribute to the development of soul tools."
Kong Deming smiled and encouraged, "I believe you can definitely do it."
Under Kong Deming's guidance, Huo Yunhan continued to study knowledge related to soul tools in depth, conducting deep discussions on every aspect, from material characteristics to innovative soul tool designs. As time passed, night gradually fell. Bringing a full harvest, Huo Yunhan concluded today's soul tool learning class.
When night enveloped the earth like ink, Huo Yunhan finished a day of intense and fulfilling study and training. Dragging his slightly tired body back home, the moment he entered the door, he smelled a familiar and warm aroma of food—his mother, Ju Zi, was busy moving between the kitchen and the dining room, bringing steaming hot dishes to the dining table.
The divine thought clone left by Huo Yuhao sat properly by the dining table, holding an ancient book in his hands.
"Dad, Mom, I'm back."
Seeing Huo Yunhan return, a gentle smile appeared on Ju Zi's face, her eyes full of concern: "Yunhan, are you tired from studying and training today? Hurry up and come eat; these are all your favorite dishes."
"Okay, Mom." A warm current surged in Huo Yunhan's heart. He quickly walked to the dining table and sat down. Looking at the table full of rich dishes, his appetite greatly increased.
During the meal, Huo Yunhan told Ju Zi about his learning experiences today at the Soul Master Academy and with Master Kong Deming. He told the story vividly, while Ju Zi listened with great interest, occasionally showing a gratified smile and offering some of her own insights and suggestions. Although Ju Zi was the Demon Queen of the Eden Alliance, she also had profound attainments in the fields of soul master cultivation and soul tools. Her teachings always benefited Huo Yunhan greatly.
After dinner, Ju Zi and Huo Yunhan sat on the sofa in the living room, continuing their warm conversation. Ju Zi gently stroked Huo Yunhan's hair and said, "Yunhan, you have made great progress in both soul master and soul tool fields now. Mom is proud of you. But you also must know that there will be countless challenges and difficulties on this journey. You must maintain firm belief and forge ahead."
Huo Yunhan nodded vigorously and said, "Mom, don't worry, I will definitely work hard and not let down your and Father's expectations."
Before they knew it, it was already very late, and Huo Yunhan felt a wave of sleepiness hit him.
Looking at her son's tired appearance, Ju Zi said tenderly, "Yunhan, go rest now." Huo Yunhan did not stand up but instead leaned gently into her embrace.
"You really are a child who will never grow up!" Ju Zi hugged Huo Yunhan tightly, just like when he was little. Feeling his mother's warm embrace, Huo Yunhan's heart was filled with a sense of security and happiness. Under his mother's gentle strokes, he slowly closed his eyes and, carrying the day's harvest and his mother's love, drifted into sweet dreams...
"Husband... I wonder how you are doing right now?" Ju Zi held Huo Yunhan, looking up at the night sky, feeling immense longing in her heart.
Days like this continued for three years.
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In the vast starry sky, Huo Yuhao repeated boring maneuvers to ensure the Dragon Valley accurately arrived at the Longma Galaxy.
At this time, the fusion of the originally damaged Angel God position and Rakshasa God position within his body was also continuously progressing.
These two god positions originated from different deity inheritances, each possessing unique and powerful forces.
The Angel God position symbolized light, justice, and purification; its power was like a scorching blazing sun, capable of dispelling all darkness in the world. The Rakshasa God position, on the other hand, represented evil, destruction, and curses, emitting a terrifying and gloomy aura. The two should have been as incompatible as fire and water. However, a wonderful arrangement of fate allowed them to meet within Huo Yuhao's body, both in a damaged state, waiting to be fused to be reforged completely.
At the beginning of the fusion, Huo Yuhao found himself in a mysterious sea of spirit. This ocean was formed by his own powerful spiritual power, its waves surging and flashing with strange light.
The fragments of the Angel God position and the Rakshasa God position were like mysterious stars floating in this ocean, emitting their respective unique auras, confronting yet attracting each other. Huo Yuhao concentrated all his spiritual power, attempting to guide these fragments to begin fusing.
His forehead was covered in fine beads of sweat; mobilizing every shred of spiritual power seemed to pull at all the nerves in his body.
Under his control, the fragments of the Angel God position first emitted a gentle golden light, like a group of agile elves, slowly approaching the fragments of the Rakshasa God position. The fragments of the Rakshasa God position, however, emitted a black gloom, as if warily examining these arriving "visitors," the gloom carrying threads of resistance.
When the first fragment of the Angel God position made contact with a fragment of the Rakshasa God position, the two completely different powers instantly clashed. Golden light and black light intertwined, forming a powerful energy storm that wreaked havoc within Huo Yuhao's sea of spirit. The power of this storm was astonishing. Wherever it passed, the waters of the sea of spirit were churned upside down, and traces of rifts appeared in the surrounding space.
Huo Yuhao gritted his teeth, enduring severe spiritual pain, and continuously increased his spiritual power output, trying to stabilize these two forces. He knew very well that once the fusion went out of control, not only would he suffer heavy injuries, but it might even trigger a disaster that would affect the entire Dragon Valley. Under his efforts, the two forces gradually began to test each other, no longer repelling each other as fiercely as at the beginning.
As the fusion progressed, more and more fragments of the Angel God position and Rakshasa God position approached and combined with each other. Each combination triggered strong energy fluctuations, but under Huo Yuhao's tenacious persistence, these fluctuations were gradually suppressed by him.
The fusion process was not smooth sailing. Whenever the two forces clashed during fusion, Huo Yuhao would fall into extreme agony, as if his body were being sliced by countless sharp blades simultaneously. However, relying on his indomitable will, he pulled through time and time again.
At the critical moment of fusion, a massive problem lay before Huo Yuhao. The core fragments of the Angel God position and the Rakshasa God position contained the purest and most powerful forces of the two god positions, and the conflict between them was also the most intense. When these two core fragments approached each other, the entire sea of spirit trembled, as if unable to bear this powerful force that was about to erupt.
But as the core fragments were forcibly pulled closer by Huo Yuhao, the other fragments, as if drawn by some powerful force, rapidly fused with each other. Before long, a complete, newborn god position slowly emerged within Huo Yuhao's sea of spirit.
This new god position fused the characteristics of the Angel God position and the Rakshasa God position. Its overall appearance was a mysterious dark red, with strange patterns flowing on its surface; every pattern seemed to contain endless eeriness.
"Could this be the Demon God..." Huo Yuhao stared at this god position and muttered to himself.