Chapter 28: The Heart of the Plan, Only Victory, No Defeat!

Logically speaking, these kinds of things are confidential; it's impossible for an average person to know. Although Ye Youlong's identity isn't ordinary either.

Hearing this question, Ye Youlong suddenly fell silent for a moment.

Just when Xiao Zhan thought she didn't want to respond, she replied, "Because my father is an Ace."

Ye Youlong's father is actually an Ace!?

Hearing this information, Xiao Zhan was greatly shocked, and his heart almost jumped out!

He knew Ye Youlong's father was mysterious, but he didn't know his father was so amazing.

An Ace!

A figure that protects the nation!

He carefully searched his mind for any impressive figures with the surname Ye in the Federation Government!

Soon, a person became firmly fixed in his mind!

He looked at Ye Youlong, his pupils trembling greatly, "Your father wouldn't be the legendary, Federation-famous Death War God, Ye Wuming, would he? Damn, I should have thought of that earlier!"

Xiao Zhan remembered Ye Youlong had mentioned her father and mother were both SSS-level talent.

With such amazing talent, their power would surely be strong, and their reputation must be massive!

No way they'd be unknown!

He couldn't believe he didn't make the connection earlier, even thinking Ye Youlong's father was some hidden big figure!

Damn!

His thinking was too rigid.

Seeing his shocked expression, Ye Youlong felt proud of her father.

"You're guessing right. He is my father. He's also the first Ace produced by the White Emperor Spirit Academy. Because of him, the Federation Government started the Ace Project afterward."

The more Xiao Zhan listened, the more impressive it sounded, realizing that the Ace concept originated from her father, with so many connections involved.

"Then where is your father? Why hasn't he come back to see you?"

As soon as the words came out, Xiao Zhan instantly knew he shouldn't have asked.

Sure enough, the atmosphere became tense.

Ye Youlong's expression turned silent.

"Forget it, let's change the topic. What is the White Emperor Secret Realm?" Xiao Zhan asked again.

He knew Ye Youlong didn't want to discuss her father.

Ye Youlong paused for two seconds, shaking her head, "I'm not sure, I haven't been inside. I only know there are many opportunities within. Those who enter come out with dramatically increased strength! It opens twice a year, each time only allowing one pair of Contractors to enter."

"The first opening is a Freshman Competition; it's said to be for the first place, but everyone knows it's specifically a perk for high-talent individuals."

"The second opening is the annual Academy Competition, which relies entirely on strength. All students compete, and the strongest one can enter."

Xiao Zhan understood, "So, in other words, this Freshman Competition is tailor-made for the two of us?"

"We can't afford to be complacent," Ye Youlong said seriously, "In terms of talent, no one surpasses us. But in terms of combat ability, we might not be guaranteed victory. Some people's Bloodline Talent Skills are unique; there's a chance for an upset."

"Indeed, we have to work even harder in our cultivation if that's the case." Xiao Zhan nodded.

When the talent gap is narrow, Bloodline Talent Skills can become a decisive factor.

"Yes, according to the academy's unwritten rules, if we can't enter the secret realm now, it'll be very difficult to get in later." Ye Youlong's face was serious.

"Remember, the academy competition isn't a grade-level competition, but the entire academy fighting for top rank without regard to strength levels. Under such circumstances, the strongest won't graduate and will keep entering the secret realm!"

"If we don't get this opportunity from the Freshman Competition, it'll be almost impossible for us to access the secret realm later, constantly being suppressed."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Zhan felt a renewed shock.

He deeply understood what the Ace Project meant!

One person continuously entering the secret realm!

Taking the secret realm resources originally meant for others, all given to one person!

This competition mode is about piling resources onto one person no matter what!

Creating an Ace no matter what!

The academy is really going all out!

Given this, Xiao Zhan knew he had to be doubly serious.

Although he and Ye Youlong were the only SSS-level talents among this year's freshmen, there were quite a few SSS-level students from other years.

They were older, having enrolled earlier, and would be formidable future rivals for Xiao Zhan!

With a serious expression, he looked at Ye Youlong, "In this Freshman Competition, we must win, not fail!"

"Yes!"

Ye Youlong nodded firmly.

"Then let's go cultivate now."

"No rush." Ye Youlong analyzed, "With our double cultivation speed, in terms of Spirit Manipulation Energy Power storage, no freshman should surpass us. What we should truly worry about are their Bloodline Talent Skills."

"To my knowledge, Zhao Long's Bloodline Talent Skill is 'War Blood Boiling,' which enhances his combat power by fifty percent! This poses a threat to us."

"Among the other SS-level students, one has a Bloodline Skill 'Instantaneous Movement,' also a threat."

"The others aren't much of a problem, and we don't need to worry about the remaining S-level students; they won't break through to First Grade Spirit Master within a month."

"So, to be safe, we should focus on cultivating Spirit Manipulation Technique in the next month."

After hearing her, Xiao Zhan thought her analysis was reasonable.

With double cultivation speed, those people couldn't catch up.

To ensure true victory, they needed an ace up their sleeve!

"Alright, let's go to the Mimicry Cultivation Room now," Xiao Zhan said.

"Okay."

Thus, the two turned towards the Mimicry Cultivation Room.

The Mimicry Cultivation Room.

Is a perfect place for cultivating Spirit Manipulation Technique.

It's a method developed through technology, combining neural sensory and VR visuals!

In the Mimicry Cultivation Room, no physical action is needed; just wear specialized clothing, lie down quietly, and start cultivating.

The clothing's various sophisticated components transmit your thoughts directly to the neural sensors, which feedback to the brain, providing a realistic experience.

Stay at home and achieve mastery!

This cultivation method significantly saves space, enhances the effects, and ensures the cultivator's safety!

With the help of AI assistance, it constantly monitors your physical condition, stopping the cultivation if any harm is detected.

It's a highly advanced cultivation method!

However, it is costly and currently used only in the Four Great Spirit Academy!

When the two headed to the Mimicry Cultivation Hall, they unexpectedly encountered two familiar faces.