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"Heh heh, Boss, it's been a few months since we last met, and you're looking even more dashing. It's such a coincidence that we're on the same train."
The first acquaintance the Body Sect group encountered on the train was the Light Sacred Dragon Spirit Master Long Chen, who immediately called Feng Zaixing "Boss" upon seeing him and sat in the same row as Feng Zaixing and Na'er.
Feng Zaixing returned a smile and said to Long Chen, "You are a Genius who achieved Spirit Grandmaster at the age of eight. When they learned you were enrolling, the conditions must have been very high."
"They promised me a lot of resources. I'm afraid they intend to Cultivate a group of Geniuses to compete with their old rivals."
Long Chen answered truthfully, then laughed, "But when others call me a Genius, I shamelessly accept it. For you, Boss, to say that makes me feel utterly ashamed."
"If you go there, it wouldn't be an overstatement for the Dean to personally greet you."
As he spoke, his peripheral vision caught sight of Mu Ye and A Ruheng on the other side of the aisle, secretly astonished.
The Body Sect had sent out all its elites.
"You two shouldn't flatter each other so much; it makes me, the Senior who came to welcome you, lose Face."
In the row in front of them, Xu Miao, who had been a student at Sun Moon Royal Soul Engineer Academy for two years, turned his seat around, yawned, and said,
"But what you said is right, little Chenzi. They've been suppressed by that side for ten thousand years, holding their breath, and want to Cultivate some formidable individuals in this generation."
"And your appearance, Zaixing, solidified their resolve."
Long Chen didn't mind being called "little Chenzi" by the other party; instead, he asked with great curiosity, "Senior, what's life like over there?"
"As long as your talent is strong, countless people will flock around you, offering good food, good drink, and good resources, especially in terms of spirit tool technology, which is unparalleled on the continent."
Xu Miao pondered for a moment and said, "I presume you've all heard of Mingde Hall; it's a top-tier research hall that has been passed down since the Sun Moon Empire era."
"The current Mingde Hall Master is the descendant of Kong Deming, the father of the tenth-level Spirit Engineer ten thousand years ago and the Silver Moon Douluo. His name is Kong Yao, and his title is Sun Moon. We all call him Elder Kong; I once received his guidance."
"Elder Kong is the chief scientific researcher of the Federation, holding the nominal position of Deputy Director of the Federation Research Institute. The most peculiar thing is that more than half of the current Red-level Mech Masters have sought his advice, yet he himself doesn't possess a Red-level Mech; instead, he is a Four-Word Battle Armor Master."
Beside him, Mu Ye's eyes lit up, and his ears inexplicably perked up.
Feng Zaixing's gaze shifted slightly, and he laughed, "Could it be that he fears becoming addicted to Mechs?"
"Yes, his Black-level Mech is just one step away from a Red-level Mech, but he himself is unwilling to enter that level."
Xu Miao chuckled and said, "He says his theory in Mechs is the best on the continent, and he has seen too many Geniuses who became addicted to Mechs and couldn't extricate themselves. Therefore, he dares not become a God-Level Mech Master unless he first becomes a quasi-Divine Rank."
"Ah, this Sun Moon Your Excellency is truly shrewd."
Feng Zaixing chuckled. Kong Yao was a contemporary of Yun Ming, an old-guard demigod, possessing twin spirits: Sun and Moon.
If the Yu Family and Le Family represented military Families, the Kong Family represented the scientific research community. The chief engineer for the production of the three twelve-level fixed-mounted spirit tool cannons was an ancestor of the Kong Family.
Furthermore, the descendants of this Family not only possessed powerful scientific research talent but also extremely high Cultivation talent, with top-tier powerhouses in every generation.
Mu Ye suddenly interjected, "I bet the Sun Moon Douluo's research into Mech theory must have also delayed his Cultivation. Mechs are too captivating…"
"I'm not betting; you're the authority in this area." Feng Zaixing quickly waved his hand in refusal, knowing he wasn't a fool.
Mu Ye was instantly choked, and his good Disciple A Ruheng immediately patted his back to help him breathe.
"Speaking of which, among the recommendation letters Teacher Hua wrote for me, there was one for the Sun Moon Douluo, and he also told me to visit him and Luan Hongchen immediately…"
His thoughts drifted, and Feng Zaixing asked Xu Miao again, "We definitely have to visit the Mingde Hall Master. What kind of temperament does Dean Hongchen have?"
"Dean Hongchen, well, he's broad-shouldered and plump, supposedly a genetic Legacy from their ancestors."
Xu Miao stroked his chin and stated, "Dean is a ninety-eighth-level Super Douluo, a Three-Word Battle Armor Master, and a God-Level Mech Master. Legend has it that his Three-Legged Golden Toad possesses terrifying explosive power in an environment rich in gold elements, but few people have ever seen him make a move."
"He's usually quite amiable and easy to talk to. He took me in as an inner Disciple a year ago."
Upon hearing this, Feng Zaixing felt an urge to palm his forehead and shake his head. Teacher Mu, oh Teacher Mu, why can't you learn from others?
Seemingly noticing the change in Feng Zaixing's expression, Xu Miao whispered,
"The Dean's Spirit is special; he can devour metal energy to improve his Cultivation, which is why he reached ninety-eighth level even while indulging in Mechs. He just can't break through the final barrier."
"External force? I'll research it when I have time."
Feng Zaixing recalled the "Xiao Hongchen spirit tool Knowledge Compendium" and "Kong Deming's Natal spirit tool System," which were the first to appear in the Senior directory, and felt that these two things had found their destined owners.
Also, the Eight Extraordinary Meridians he had been researching these days, once opened, would greatly benefit the body, and perhaps could save Mu Ye.
"The Sun Moon Royal Soul Engineer Academy has an ocean of information; you can find anything you want to research there."
Xu Miao smiled and said, "I've told the Dean some things about you. He was overjoyed when he heard, believing you could break the record on the Young Talent Ranking and enter the Continent's Ranking. But I know you're not very interested in these things."
Feng Zaixing gently shook his head and said, "The Young Talent Ranking is not worth paying attention to. It's right to look more at the Continent's Ranking; they are all top-tier powerhouses worth studying and learning from."
"Boss is right."
Long Chen took out paper and pen and scribbled notes; what Boss said must be correct.
"To casually dismiss the Young Talent Ranking as useless at such a young age, you are far too arrogant."
Just then, a cold male voice came from ahead.
Feng Zaixing looked up and saw a blue-clad youth with a composed demeanor striding towards them, accompanied by a graceful girl in a yellow dress. Their attire was luxurious, indicating an extraordinary background, and they appeared to be thirteen or fourteen years old.
At this moment, both of them looked displeased.
"The Aura of a Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon?"
Instantly, Feng Zaixing recognized the unconcealed Spirit dominance of the other party. After a few more glances, he immediately had a guess.
"Such a temper, Your Excellency, are you on the list?" he deliberately said.
"Indeed, you frog at the bottom of a well."
The blue-clad youth coldly snorted, his arrogant eyes revealing unconcealed disdain. He and the girl in the yellow dress sat down, directly diagonally opposite the three of them.
One cannot discuss ice with summer insects. There are too many frogs at the bottom of wells in the world, who dare to be arrogant without knowing the true demeanor of a Genius.
"Hmph, what are you? My cousin Long Zhen ranks seventh on the list, and you, Yu Minglong, are only fifteenth."
Long Chen knew that Feng Zaixing had always disdained wasting words on such fools, but as his younger brother, he naturally had to curse back for his Boss.
Moreover, he was also very displeased with Yu Minglong's attitude. A mere Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon dared to be arrogant in front of his Light Sacred Dragon? I think you've forgotten who the ancestor is!
Upon hearing this, Yu Minglong's expression immediately changed. "Light Dragon Family?"
"Yes, you common Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon, stop talking nonsense in front of us! You couldn't last three moves in front of my brother, and even my brother wouldn't dare to say my Boss is arrogant. What are you?"
"If you don't have the ability, then speak less. No one will think you're mute if you say two less words!"
Long Chen's barrage of attacks made Yu Minglong's Face turn green. Just as he was about to retort, he saw Xu Miao turn back in his seat, his Face covered in frost, and he said indifferently,
"I'm ranked fifth, and I also think this list is meaningless. What right do you have to spout nonsense in front of us? If you're relying on seniority to oppress people, how about I spar with you?"
"Xuanwu Xu Miao, ranked fifth? Are you students of the Sun Moon Royal Soul Engineer Academy?"
Yu Minglong swallowed, silently retracting his sharp and arrogant Spirit Aura.
"Not yet, but soon will be. Your Excellency, you are a Shrek student, but it's best to remember not to be too arrogant when you go out, otherwise, it's your own bad luck if you hit a brick wall."
Feng Zaixing's voice turned cold, no longer its usual gentleness. His eyes were like two cold springs, glittering with cold light.
"This time, we were blind, and we apologize. But our Shrek Academy's motto is 'Those who dare not stir up trouble are mediocre,' and the Spirit of Dean Flender and all past Sages is forever etched in the hearts of us Shrek people."
Yu Minglong's voice, as he conceded, was very agitated. After uttering a veiled threat, he quickly turned his seat back, no longer looking at Feng Zaixing and the other two.
He thought to himself, "My luck is bad this time. Even together, we can't beat Xu Miao. Later, when I have a chance, I'll call my classmates, and we'll definitely make you realize how formidable we are, you guys who bully the weak."
"We shall see."
Feng Zaixing responded indifferently, not caring about the other party's mental activity.
The people of Shrek really remember their motto clearly.