The next day!
As Tang Wulin lay immersed in a deep sleep, his sea of consciousness suddenly trembled as if a very distant voice was calling out to him...
Although he couldn't determine who it was from the voice, there was an indescribable sense of familiarity...
The very next second, Tang Wulin's eyes snapped open, only to realize that his back was drenched in cold sweat...
He thought carefully for a moment before exclaiming, "Was that voice just now... Mom and Dad?"
Intense thoughts immediately engulfed his heart, and the corners of his eyes gradually reddened...
That's right, he had almost forgotten about this most important matter!
The reason he had been cultivating so diligently was in order to become a Soul Sage as soon as possible and find his parents!
Just then, Gu Yue pushed open the door and entered, her first glance landing on the emotionally disturbed Tang Wulin...
Immediately, she asked with concern, "Wulin, why are your eyes so red? What happened?"
Tang Wulin hung his head and clenched his fists, saying, "I... I dreamed that my parents were calling out to me..."
At that moment, Tang Wulin had shed all his usual resilience, as if he had let down all defenses...
Feeling a twinge of heartache, Gu Yue gently reached out and embraced him, "Wulin, don't worry, I believe you will definitely find your uncle and aunt and so on!"
Tang Wulin's emotions eased slightly as he sighed, "But I still don't have the slightest clue up until now!"
Gu Yue pursed her thin lips and suggested, "Why not ask your teacher? Maybe he knows something!"
At these words, Tang Wulin seemed to realize something and said with surprise, "That's right... Gu Yue, I remember now, Teacher Meng Tian said that once I became a Soul Sage, he would tell me about my parents!"
Without thinking, he subconsciously kissed Gu Yue's cheek...
In an instant, her cheeks turned visibly red at a rapid pace, and her ears began to grow hot as well...
With immense shyness, she said, "Wulin, you..."
But the words of reproach that were to follow never came out!
The two of them had already established their relationship as a couple, so a kiss... didn't seem too excessive!
Realizing his action, Tang Wulin scratched his head awkwardly and said, "Sorry, Gu Yue, I just got too excited!"
Gu Yue crossed her arms and huffed, saying with a pout, "It's okay!"
Seeing that she wasn't angry, Tang Wulin finally took out his communicator, which he hadn't used to contact Teacher Meng Tian in a long while, and dialed him...
"Teacher Meng Tian, how have you been?"
No sooner had he spoken than a stern scolding voice came from the other end, "Is that you, Wulin? Do you even remember to call me, you rascal? How many years has it been! Do you still even think of me as your teacher?"
Though the tone was one of admonishment, the care within the words was undiminished!
Upon hearing this, Tang Wulin replied apologetically, "Teacher Meng Tian, I'm sorry, I've been with the Blood God Army and thus haven't contacted you!"
Meng Tian on the other side waved his hand and said, "Alright, alright, no need to explain. I know what you're like, boy!"
After a pause, he continued, "You're contacting me now, so it must be for something else, right?"
Tang Wulin didn't hide his intention and said earnestly, "Yes! Teacher Meng Tian, besides checking in with you, I want to inquire about news of my parents!"
There was silence from Teacher Meng Tian for a few seconds before he said, "News of your parents, huh? I'm so sorry... Wulin, I'm also not sure!"
Upon receiving this response, Tang Wulin's tone suddenly became excited, "Teacher Meng Tian, didn't you say that when I became a Soul Sage, you would tell me news about my parents? Could it be that everything was a lie?"
Meng Tian immediately exclaimed in shock, "What?? You've become a Soul Sage??"
Tang Wulin's voice mixed with a hint of sobbing, "To be precise, I've broken through to become a Soul Douluo, but even so, what use is it? I still haven't received a shred of news about my mom and dad!"
Meng Tian blurted out urgently, "Wait, Wulin!"
Tang Wulin's face lit up with hope, "Teacher Meng Tian, could it be that..."
Mang Tian sighed helplessly, "Yes, since you've now reached the level of a Soul Douluo, it's time for you to be told."
"Child, we've been deceiving you all this time, it was your father's strong request that until you had enough strength, we could not reveal any news about them!"
"But now, you've become a Soul Master who can stand on his own, and you have the right to know everything!"
Tang Wulin's body trembled, after so many years, could he finally know the whereabouts of his parents?
Gu Yue reached out and patted his shoulder...
"Wulin, don't get too excited!"
Tang Wulin nodded and quickly adjusted his emotions...
Meanwhile, Meng Tian spoke again, "Firstly, I can tell you that your mom and dad are still alive, and they're safe!"
Despite being prepared, Tang Wulin couldn't help but reveal a hint of fierceness, "Teacher Meng Tian, if they're not in danger, why haven't they come back to see me, could it be... that their freedom is being restricted!"
He would never forgive anyone who harmed his mom and dad!
Meng Tian gave a positive reply, "Yes, that's why it's extremely dangerous for your dad to make soul communication calls back here, but he still risks so much to call me!"
"It's all to find out how you're doing, he was thrilled when he found out you got into Shrek Academy!"
Tang Wulin pressed on eagerly, "Teacher Meng Tian, where are my mom and dad?"
Meng Tian shook his head, "I'm not clear about their exact location, but I can assure you that they are not in Soul Land but in Douling Land, and they are engaged in very dangerous weapon research!"
"Another thing I suspect, is that it's closely related to the Spirit Pagoda."
Gu Yue narrowed her beautiful eyes, "What? The disappearance of Tang Wulin's parents is related to the Spirit Pagoda!"
Could it be... something that Qiangugu Dongfeng did back when he was in charge?
Tang Wulin took a deep breath, said earnestly, "I understand, Teacher Meng Tian, thank you for telling me about my parents!"
Meng Tian still seemed somewhat worried and added, "Wulin, you promise me, you absolutely must not act impulsively! Otherwise, I'd be letting down your parents!"
Tang Wulin looked stunned, "Teacher Meng Tian..."
Meng Tian's tone intensified slightly, "Wulin, promise your teacher!!"
Tang Wulin snapped back to reality, "Alright, I promise you! I won't act rashly!"
After ending the call...
He turned his gaze to Gu Yue beside him, "Gu Yue, although I'm not very clear about it, seeing the situation at the auction that day, you seem to have a significant status within the Spirit Pagoda."
"Could I ask you to investigate my parents' situation?"
If it weren't so important to him, he wouldn't want to plead with Gu Yue!
Gu Yue nodded slightly, "Wulin, this matter mostly took place during the time Qiangugu Dongfeng took office, so I'll need some time to look into it!"
"But rest assured, as long as your uncle and auntie are safe, we can definitely rescue them!"
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