Chapter 232: The Hundred Emissaries Sequence!
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As the white tiger soul spirit drew closer, the rippling soul power waves engulfed Dai Yueheng, triggering a dramatic transformation throughout his entire body.
His muscles swelled, his body size doubled, and his soul power level surged from sixty-two to sixty-five. Most remarkably, Dai Yueheng's snow-white fur turned a shimmering golden hue within a few breaths.
"Roar!"
Another roar escaped Dai Yueheng's mouth, and a golden glow rapidly gathered at his forehead, causing the distinct features of the Evil-Eyed White Tiger martial spirit to vanish.
His eyes, one red and one blue, now shone with an intense golden light.
"Gengjin White Tiger!"
Watching Dai Yueheng's transformation, Shui Jiangnan finally understood the significance of what was happening before him.
"This is incredible luck. The soul spirit from the mountain itself has intervened to help him evolve his martial spirit," commented the assessor from the Enforcers' Hall, his previous wariness replaced by a profound smile and a slight nod.
Everyone present, unless completely oblivious, quickly grasped what had transpired with Dai Yueheng based on Shui Jiangnan and the assessor's remarks.
Dai Yueheng's martial spirit had evolved!
From the original Evil-Eyed White Tiger, it had transformed into the legendary Gengjin White Tiger!
This evolution was truly astonishing!
After several more breaths, Dai Yueheng's fierce aura gradually dissipated, his body returning to its normal size as he released his martial spirit.
Yet, his eyes still gleamed with a flowing golden light.
Meanwhile, the white tiger soul spirit, suspended in the sky, seemed to confirm Dai Yueheng's successful martial spirit evolution with a satisfied roar.
"Roar~"
Shortly after, the white tiger soul spirit nodded in approval before transforming back into a white streak of light, disappearing into the Soul Spirit Mountain.
"Thank you, elder!"
Coming to his senses, Dai Yueheng, filled with excitement, knelt on one knee and bowed towards the Soul Spirit Mountain.
The Gengjin White Tiger, a martial spirit that existed only in the legends of the Dai clan, could only evolve in those with exceptional talent and comprehension over thousands of years.
Dai Yueheng never imagined that upon arriving at the Shui family, he would be granted such an extraordinary opportunity!
At that moment, a strange spatial fluctuation emerged in mid-air. While the crowd's shock had yet to fully dissipate, Shui Wuyá's figure suddenly materialized.
"Greetings, Patriarch!"
As soon as Shui Wuyá appeared, Shui Jiangnan and the other Shui family members immediately knelt in respect.
Although most of the thousand external soul masters had never seen Shui Wuyá before, seeing the Shui family members kneel, they quickly followed suit.
"We greet the Patriarch of the Shui family!"
A thousand voices called out in unison, filled with respect.
After all, the seemingly young figure in mid-air was a terrifying being capable of slaying even an Ultimate Douluo!
"Rise."
Shui Wuyá, with his hands behind his back, faced the crowd, his expression radiating a gentle, spring-like warmth.
Hearing this, everyone stood up, though their eyes remained fervently fixed on Shui Wuyá.
"You all have come from afar to partake in our Shui family's assessment, which is no easy task."
Shui Wuyá began with a welcoming speech before turning his gaze to Dai Yueheng, Xu Sanshi, Ji Juechen, and other young talents.
"The Gengjin White Tiger, not bad. This fortune is a testament to your Dai clan's adherence to the thousand-year agreement," Shui Wuyá said, nodding approvingly at Dai Yueheng.
"Patriarch, you flatter me. Dai Yueheng will wholeheartedly devote himself to serving the Shui family, even if it means sacrificing his life!"
Dai Yueheng immediately expressed his loyalty to Shui Wuyá without hesitation. Although they had crossed paths before and studied together at Shrek Academy, times had changed. Shui Wuyá was now the patriarch of the Shui family, and Dai Yueheng understood the importance of recognizing his superior's status.
"Xu Sanshi, after this assessment, you must dedicate yourself to proper training. Awakening the Holy Black Tortoise requires a solid foundation."
Shui Wuyá shifted his gaze from Dai Yueheng to Xu Sanshi, noticing that Xu Sanshi was on the verge of becoming a Soul Saint.
"Patriarch's guidance will be remembered," Xu Sanshi responded, respectfully bowing. The thought of possibly awakening the legendary Holy Black Tortoise filled him with fervent anticipation.
Shui Wuyá then turned his attention to many of the young talents present, offering individual evaluations and advice.
After about a quarter of an hour, Shui Wuyá raised his voice, addressing the crowd loudly.
"From today, the Shui family will reinstate the Emissary Sequence. This sequence will include one hundred members, ranked based on soul power level, cultivation talent, and other factors."
"Now, I will announce the current rankings of the Emissary Sequence."
"First in the sequence: Dai Yueheng. Second: Xu Sanshi. Third: Ji Juechen. Fourth: Mo Xinyan from the Tianshui Sect. Fifth…"
Over the next five minutes, Shui Wuyá announced the names of one hundred emissaries. Upon finishing, the newly appointed emissaries, filled with excitement, knelt before Shui Wuyá in unison.
"Thank you, Patriarch, for this honor!"
The hundred emissaries spoke in unison. Shui Wuyá waved his hand calmly.
"Remember, the Emissary Sequence rankings are not fixed. Any soul master training with the Shui family can challenge those on the list."
"Those ranked in the Emissary Sequence will have access to the Shui family's core cultivation resources, enjoying privileges equal to that of the Shui family patriarch."
Shui Wuyá's explanation of the benefits of being an emissary left the thousand soul masters in awe.
At this moment, Shui Xingtian, the head of the Intelligence Hall, hurriedly approached Shui Wuyá.
"Patriarch, Yan Shaozhe from Shrek Academy seeks an audience. He wishes to pledge allegiance to the Shui family and is currently waiting outside the secret realm."
Shui Xingtian reported, his tone indicating the urgency and unexpected nature of the situation.
"Yan Shaozhe?"
Shui Wuyá was equally surprised by the news. He hadn't anticipated Yan Shaozhe's desire to submit to the Shui family.
The thousand soul masters present were abuzz with shock.
"What? The Dean of the Martial Soul Department at Shrek Academy wants to join the Shui family?"
"I heard that Yan Shaozhe is the disciple of Dragon God Douluo Mu En and a member of the Sea God Pavilion!"
"This is unbelievable!"
The crowd was filled with astonished chatter.
"Bring him to the patriarch's hall to see me," Shui Wuyá instructed after a moment of contemplation.
(End of Chapter)