Chapter 25: Spirit Saint Xiao Zhan!

In the Sacred Temple

"The theory Su Wen came up with is as follows..."

In just two days, Salas had tirelessly rushed to Spirit City and was now reporting information about Su Wen in the Sacred Temple.

"The theory of absorbing Spirit Rings beyond one's level?" Bibi Dong, dressed in Supreme Pontiff attire, exuded a powerful aura, inexplicably giving off a sense of oppression.

"Why didn't you bring Su Wen with you?" She asked.

Salas felt a tightness in his heart and replied, "Su Wen intends to join the Heaven Dou Imperial Academy, and I wanted to report the information as soon as possible, so I didn't bring him along."

"Can Spirit Hall not provide him with the best growth environment?" Chrysanthemum Douluo snorted coldly, his voice sharp

"Hmph, Salas, you think we can not see through your little thoughts?"

Regardless of the reason, keeping Su Wen in Heaven Dou City means having him under his command. In the future, if Su Wen has any theories, he will share the credit.

Salas hurriedly knelt down, begging for forgiveness, "Supreme Pontiff, please calm your anger. Su Wen has a Book Martial Spirit, and he wishes to pursue the path of a combat Spirit Master with his Book Martial Spirit. The highest achiever with a Book Martial Spirit, Fire Demon Xiao Zhan, is currently teaching at the Heaven Dou Imperial Academy. Su Wen's purpose in joining the academy is also for him. Moreover, Heaven Dou Imperial Academy is originally affiliated with the Crown Prince—"

"Hmm?"

A powerful burst of Soul Power emanated from Bibi Dong, instantly suppressing Salas, making him hesitate to continue.

"Salas, are you making decisions for me?"

"I dare not." Sweat began to bead on Salas's forehead, and he felt a deep sense of nervousness within.

The hall fell silent for a while.

"This time you have found Su Wen and that's a merit. There is no doubt about the benefits of Su Wen's theories for our Spirit Hall. Since he has a talent for theoretical research and claims to be skilled at transforming knowledge into power, let him join the Heaven Dou Imperial Academy," after some hesitation, Bibi Dong continued, "No need to rush for him to contact the Crown Prince of Heaven Dou."

"Yes!" Salas breathed a sigh of relief, wiping the cold sweat from his forehead and acknowledging.

"As for the other peculiarities of his Book Martial Spirit, don't pay too much attention. It should be the latent part after the Martial Spirit mutated and is gradually manifesting with his cultivation," Bibi Dong concluded on other issues related to Su Wen.

Both Salas and Chrysanthemum Douluo and the Ghost Douluo, found no issue with this statement.

Indeed, Su Wen's Book Martial Spirit was initially registered as an ordinary one, but in terms of cultivation speed and other aspects, it far surpassed the level exhibited by ordinary Martial Spirits.

Moreover, Su Wen's Innate Soul Power is indeed at the fifth level, undoubtedly indicating a mutated Book Martial Spirit, with the mutation direction being somewhat latent.

'The Supreme Pontiff's understanding of Martial Spirits is so profound' Salas thought

As for the coincidences causing delays in Su Wen's time before obtaining Spirit Rings twice, Salas no longer intended to bring it up.

After all, the records themselves have reasons. 

The first Spirit Ring required was a hundred years old and Su Wen needed assistance to hunt it so it was delayed for a year.

The second Spirit Ring required was of Spiritual attribute and needed preparation, hence the delay of half a year.

In reality, the time delayed on both occasions did not go to waste for Su Wen; he successfully achieved his goals.

...

Su Wen stayed in Heaven Dou City's Saint Spirit Hall for five days, and Salas returned from Spirit City.

"Hall Master," Bai Yuan respectfully spoke.

Salas nodded, inquiring about Su Wen's recent activities over the past few days.

"He has been studying the information within the Saint Spirit Hall, and by now, he has basically finished reading it," Bai Yuan reported.

"Oh?" Salas was surprised.

Even though each Branch Spirit Hall in various border cities had libraries, and they were relatively comprehensive, the disparity compared to the Saint Spirit Hall was enormous.

To finish reading the materials of the Saint Spirit Hall in five days?

Bai Yuan smiled. He held a high opinion of Su Wen, his junior with the Book Martial Spirit. Especially during their exchanges, he was impressed by Su Wen's unique insights into Martial Spirits cultivation.

"Hall Master, this Su Wen's Book Martial Spirit seems to have undergone some mutation, providing a tremendous boost in learning capacity" Bai Yuan emphasized the word 'tremendous.'

This enhancement is more apparent, more abnormal, than any Book Martial Spirit Bai Yuan has ever seen.

After a moment of contemplation, Salas began to address the main matter, "Bai Yuan, your relationship with Xiao Zhan from the Heaven Dou Imperial Academy is good. Su Wen wishes to join the academy, so I'll have you handle the relevant procedures for him."

The so-called requirement of noble status doesn't necessarily require Su Wen to become a noble himself; it can also be achieved through connections.

Having the ability to navigate relationships with the academy's internal teachers itself signifies a certain status.

"Understood." Bai Yuan had already learned about this during his communication with Su Wen. Now that Salas entrusted him with the task, he was willing to accept it.

As Spirit Masters with the Book Martial Spirit, he and Xiao Zhan had a good relationship—one focused on theory, the other on combat.

Xiao Zhan's growth, step by step, also benefited from Bai Yuan's advice on Spirit Ring combinations.

"You should be aware of Su Wen's theory of surpassing levels in absorbing Spirit Rings, right?"

Bai Yuan was surprised and, observing Salas's expression, wondered if there was something wrong with this theory that Salas might be aware of.

"Su Wen told me about it personally."

"For now, keep it confidential. It's the directive from the Sacred Temple."

"Yes, Hall Master, rest assured, I will keep it under wraps."

"Su Wen, Bai Yuan will help you arrange the procedures for joining the Heaven Dou Imperial Academy."

"Yes, thank you, Hall Master." Su Wen breathed a sigh of relief.

The plan was proceeding smoothly.

Salas and the Supreme Pontiff thought they stumbled upon an opportunity to put themselves in Qian Renxue's service by chance. However, Su Wen was well aware of this, so he chose this path deliberately.

However, given Bibi Dong's unpredictable nature, Su Wen couldn't be sure if his plan would succeed. Hearing Salas's instructions now, he felt relieved.

"Alright, the next step is to make contact with Dugu Bo through Dugu Yan."

"Uncle Bai, thank you."

"Haha, no trouble at all. You want to pursue the path of a combat Spirit Master with your Book Martial Spirit, and with your talent, Old Xiao probably won't mind teaching you himself."

Bai Yuan brought Su Wen to a mansion in Heaven Dou City.

Fire Demon Xiao Zhan, Martial Spirit Fire Demon Book, Spirit Saint, Heaven Dou Level teacher at Heaven Dou Imperial Academy.

"Old Bai, is this the Su Wen you mentioned?"

"That's right." Bai Yuan looked at Su Wen. "Xiaowen, this is Xiao Zhan, who became a powerful Attack-type Battle Spirit Master with the Book Martial Spirit and holds the title of Fire Demon."

"Haha, just call me Uncle Zhan."

"Uncle Zhan."

It was evident that Xiao Zhan had a straightforward and extremely enthusiastic nature, and he was genuinely curious about Su Wen.

"An 11-year-old Spirit Grand Master, haha, I never dared to imagine this. The speed at which our Book Martial Spirit Spirit Masters are cultivating is astonishing." Xiao Zhan patted Su Wen's shoulder, expressing admiration on his face.

"I'll take care of your enrollment at the Heaven Dou Imperial Academy. As a Heaven Dou Level teacher, I have the authority, and your talent is more than sufficient."

Xiao Zhan's expression turned serious as he advised Su Wen, "Xiaowen, you were introduced by Old Bai, and your talent is extraordinary. I have high hopes for you. Don't be arrogant; work hard in your cultivation after joining the academy."

"Uncle Zhan, rest assured, I will practice diligently."

"Good." Xiao Zhan nodded and asked, "You've already absorbed two Spirit Rings. What Spirit Skills did you acquire, and how effective are they? For the Book Martial Spirit to follow the path of a combat Spirit Master, each Spirit Ring is crucial."

If it's suitable, only then will he consider taking Su Wen under his wing. The previous agreement was simply to assist Su Wen in enrollment. Xiao Zhan has a deep understanding of the challenges involved in pursuing the path of a combat Spirit Master with the Book Martial Spirit. If the first two Spirit Rings are not well matched, he would rather advise Su Wen to reconsider this path.

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