Chapter 3799
The next day!
Spirit Pagoda!
Bi Ji led a portion of the Soul Beast Legion's Soul Masters to the distant Spirit Pagoda headquarters!
The Spirit Pagoda members responsible for guarding the entrance saw their large numbers and immediately stopped them...
With a wary expression, the guard stared at Bi Ji, who was leading the group, and said, "Stop right there, what is your purpose here?"
Given the sheer number of incoming Soul Masters, it was necessary to ask for clarification!
What if they were evil Soul Masters or held animosity toward the Spirit Pagoda? Letting them in might have catastrophic consequences!
Bi Ji, her expression calm, replied, "Please inform your superiors; we are here to purchase spirit souls!"
True to its reputation, the Spirit Pagoda's defenses were indeed formidable!
Although she didn't see it with her naked eye, she was certain that if she made a move against the Spirit Pagoda, she would instantly face attacks from powerful soul-guided weapons!
Upon hearing her words, the guards relaxed slightly but remained vigilant. "Purchasing spirit souls? Your group is too large; select a few representatives to enter!"
Without hesitation, Bi Ji casually chose a few individuals to accompany her into the Spirit Pagoda...
The receptionist at the front desk greeted them with a formulaic smile. "Hello, may I assist you with anything?"
Bi Ji responded casually, "We're looking to purchase some spirit souls!"
The receptionist immediately replied, "Purchasing spirit souls? Please follow me!"
With that, she led them to the area where spirit souls were sold...
Looking ahead, dozens of containers displayed various types of spirit souls!
The receptionist explained, "These are newly created artificial spirit souls, categorized by ten-year, hundred-year, thousand-year, and ten-thousand-year tiers. Their prices increase with their age!"
Bi Ji gave a slight nod. "They're impressive. However, do you have anything else?"
The receptionist hesitated for a moment before asking in confusion, "Customer, are you dissatisfied with these spirit souls?"
Bi Ji replied unhurriedly, "Not at all. Our legion requires a large supply of spirit souls. These alone are far from sufficient!"
The receptionist immediately understood...
"Customer, please wait for a moment. Allow me to report this!"
She then retrieved a communicator to contact her superiors...
After a few minutes, she ended the call and said respectfully, "This order is beyond my authority. Please follow me to meet with the Pagoda Master!"
Naturally, Bi Ji would not refuse; this was her goal from the start!
Soon after, she was waiting in the Spirit Pagoda's lounge...
With a "crack," the door was pushed open...
Leng Yaozhu stepped into the lounge, radiating elegance...
Upon seeing Bi Ji seated on the sofa, her beautiful eyes flickered, and she extended her hand, saying, "Greetings, I am the Spirit Pagoda's Pagoda Master, Leng Yaozhu."
Bi Ji stood up to greet her and briefly shook her hand. "Pagoda Master Leng, your reputation precedes you!"
After the two sat down, Leng Yaozhu wasted no time, directly asking, "I heard from our Spirit Pagoda members that you intend to purchase a large number of spirit souls?"
Bi Ji nodded. "Correct! The Spirit Pagoda's reserves should be sufficient, right?"
Leng Yaozhu replied calmly, "The Spirit Pagoda indeed has adequate reserves, but I must understand your reason for requiring such a large number of spirit souls!"
Only the federation and top-tier forces could demand such an extensive supply of spirit souls at once!
She was curious about this woman's origins and her intended use for the spirit souls.
Under Leng Yaozhu's sharp gaze, Bi Ji spoke word by word, "Our legion has many members on the verge of breakthroughs, and we require a substantial supply of spirit souls to support them!"
Leng Yaozhu pursed her thin lips. "A legion? Which legion do you belong to? I've studied most legions on the continent and may have heard of it!"
Large legions such as the War God Hall have long-established agreements with the Spirit Pagoda, receiving shipments of artificial spirit souls at regular intervals...
There was no need for them to visit the Spirit Pagoda in person to make purchases!
This could only mean that this legion was a third-rate power or a newly emerging top-tier force!
Recently, there was only one newly emerged legion...
After a brief silence, Bi Ji replied, "Our legion has only been around for a few years and doesn't carry much fame, so the Pagoda Master may not be aware of us!"
Leng Yaozhu already had her answer and refrained from pressing further, instead discussing the specifics of their transaction...
"I see. May I ask how many spirit souls you require?"
Bi Ji contemplated for a moment. "Approximately two thousand to five thousand. We can provide a deposit first!"
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Observing all this unfold, Turbid World remarked emotionally, "Even though these newly admitted students have never met the Pavilion Master, they now share a united spirit. This is the cohesion Shrek Academy has always been known for!"
Long Yeyue gave a slight nod. "Indeed, if the Pavilion Master were still here, he would surely be gratified!"
Shrek Academy's survival has been rooted most strongly in its unity!
Feng Wu Yu reminded sternly, "Elder Ya Li, it's time. You should tell the children the truth!"
Elder Ya Li's beautiful eyes hardened, and she took a deep breath, her gaze fixed on the Shrek students below...
"I assume everyone remembers that one or two years ago, Shrek Academy endured an attack by thousands of soul cannonballs fired by the Holy Spirit Cult!"
"Among these densely packed intermediate soul-guided cannonballs were two Level Twelve soul-guided cannonballs. If they had successfully detonated, not just Shrek Academy but Shrek City would have been obliterated in an instant!"
"And the Pavilion Master—he chose to sacrifice himself to protect the academy and every person in Shrek City."
"As everyone knows, Shrek City and Shrek Academy survived, but the Pavilion Master fell in the process..."
One thing remained unsaid—Yun Ming was able to resist the attack by relying on the power of godhood!
Without it, even an Ultimate Douluo's strength could not have withstood two Level Twelve soul-guided cannonballs!
Upon hearing these words, guilt surged across the faces of the Shrek students...
If it weren't for them, the immensely powerful Pavilion Master would have been able to escape on his own!
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War God Hall!
The War Gods quickly learned the news of Yun Ming's death...
"What?! The Sea God Pavilion Master has fallen? When did this happen?"
"Shrek Academy truly did an outstanding job of hiding it. Even the major forces remained unaware of this for nearly a year!"
"To block two Level Twelve soul-guided cannonballs—that requires unimaginable strength. Back then, even the Tang Sect Master, exerting every ounce of his strength, could only reduce the blast radius!"
"Frankly, the Sea God Pavilion Master's sacrifice works out in our favor. It'll elevate our position at War God Hall!"
Hearing this, Guan Yue fiercely glared at the War God who spoke and snapped, "Keep your mouth shut; such comments must never be uttered again!"
War God Hall's Hall Master Chen Xinjie and Yun Ming were both members of the same generation of Shrek Seven Monsters, their relationship anything but simple!
The reprimanded War God could feel his heart tighten, hastily apologizing, "Apologies, Vice Hall Master, it was a mistake in judgment!"
It wasn't just Guan Yue's warning that frightened him...
The chill emanating from the Hall Master was utterly unnerving!