"Patriarch, several elders have fallen!"
"None of those sent out this time returned alive!"
"Moreover, our influence within the Heaven Dou Empire is being uprooted piece by piece. It's clearly the work of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan!"
In front of Wan Long, an elderly man in white robes, who appeared sharp and dignified, reported with a furious expression.
"The entire squad was wiped out."
"Was it Yu Yuan who took action?"
Wan Long, the suzerain of the Darksteel Armored Dragon Clan, listened quietly, his expression remaining calm and composed as he responded in a low tone.
Because of the tense friction between the Garo and Heaven Dou Empires, Wan Long had originally planned to eliminate Yu Chen with one swift strike. The elders he dispatched this time were all quite formidable.
Now that they were completely wiped out, only one explanation remained—someone at the Titled Douluo level from the Heaven Dou Empire had intervened!
"It must have been Yu Yuan."
"Sect Master, what are our next steps? We can't just leave that boy be, right?"
The white-robed elder respectfully raised his head and questioned Wan Long.
"If this child is allowed to mature, he'll become the bane of the Garo Empire."
"We cannot strike openly now. A frontal assault would provoke all-out war between the two empires."
"Wan Jiang—after years of grooming you, your cultivation is outstanding. I now command you to go to the Heaven Dou Empire. No matter what method you use, bring that boy back to the sect."
Wan Long pondered for a moment, then slowly turned to a figure standing silently before him.
Following his gaze, a 25-year-old youth came into view.
Though only in his mid-twenties, his face was grim and scarred, exuding a chilling and frightening aura!
This was Wan Long's adopted son—Wan Jiang!
Though raised by Wan Long, Wan Jiang was merely a weapon, trained for assassination. His martial spirit wasn't even the Darksteel Armored Dragon!
This meant that even if someone were killed, it couldn't be traced back to their clan!
"Understood! Within half a year, I will bring back his head!"
Wan Jiang replied coldly, his eyes flickering with a ruthless glint.
Soon after, he departed for the Heaven Dou Empire, escorted by several powerful elders!
…
While secret tensions surged among the three great empires, Shrek Academy was basking in lively energy as it was the first day of admissions. Spirits were high, and the students chatted happily until nightfall before retiring to their dorms.
"Brother Chen, you were amazing today!"
"Whether it was facing Teacher Zhao or evolving your martial soul under Grandmaster's guidance, you were too powerful! Xiao Wu has never met anyone as awesome as Brother Chen!"
"But Brother Chen, you must still be careful. There are many bad people in the world!"
Xiao Wu smiled sweetly as she climbed into bed, her eyes sparkling with trust.
"Don't worry."
Yu Chen gently rubbed Xiao Wu's head, smiling at her adorableness.
After a bit more idle talk, Xiao Wu drifted into a deep sleep.
It had indeed been an eventful day.
With Xiao Wu asleep, Yu Chen focused his mind inward, diving into his sea of consciousness.
Aside from gaining Sacred Dragon Blood today, Yu Chen had also unlocked a new system reward—[Mimicry Space].
Shua!
The moment Yu Chen entered his consciousness, a small, blue-gold bead filled with shadowy dragon figures appeared in his sea of knowledge.
The bead emitted an ancient, powerful aura.
[Mimicry Space]: The host can generate a domain at will. Within this domain, cultivation speed, comprehension, and talent are all exponentially boosted! (Dragon bloodline effects are doubled!)
As Yu Chen examined the bead, its attributes became fully visible.
"Not bad at all."
The corners of Yu Chen's lips curled into a faint smile as he raised his right hand.
Whoosh!
In an instant, the dorm room was shrouded in the energy of [Mimicry Space].
Inside the domain, Yu Chen felt a dramatic surge—his comprehension and soul power absorption rate skyrocketed eightfold!
Even Xiao Wu, sound asleep, was absorbing spirit energy from the air effortlessly!
This confirmed something—Xiao Wu's benefit from the domain was even greater than his!
"Seems like the effects vary depending on strength."
Yu Chen observed the changes in his cultivation and Xiao Wu's ambient spirit energy, quickly analyzing the dynamics of the Mimicry Space.
He then sat cross-legged and began meditating within the domain.
…
The night passed swiftly under the domain's enhancement.
By dawn, Yu Chen's soul power, which had long lingered near a bottleneck, smoothly broke through into Rank 24.
"A true divine artifact."
Feeling the breakthrough, Yu Chen smiled, then gently waved to retract the Mimicry Space.
"Brother Chen, you're already awake?"
"Yeah, the master said he'd be taking us somewhere for advanced training today. I wanted to be up early."
Rubbing her sleepy eyes, Xiao Wu sat up and yawned, then hopped out of bed to wash.
Yu Chen watched her small figure and chuckled, then got up to wash and followed her to the dorm's courtyard.
Despite getting up early, Yu Chen and Xiao Wu found that Dai Mubai, Oscar, Ma Hongjun, and Tang San were already gathered outside.
Ning Rongrong and Zhu Zhuqing were also chatting with cheerful expressions.
"Brother Chen!"
"Brother Chen!"
Upon seeing him, the four male students immediately paused their activities and greeted him with admiration in their eyes.
Ma Hongjun even rushed over with a flattering smile. Had others not been around, he might have clung to Yu Chen's leg!
Ning Rongrong also greeted Yu Chen—but her gaze held more than just respect. There was clear adoration in her eyes.
"Mm."
Yu Chen nodded slightly, acknowledging the group.
"You little monsters! Up early, I see!"
Soon after, Principal Flender and several Shrek teachers arrived alongside Yu Xiaogang, stepping into the training grounds.
All of them nodded at Yu Chen the moment they entered.
After yesterday's display, both the staff and the principal held immense respect for Yu Chen!
As for Yu Xiaogang—his pride in Yu Chen was beyond words.
"After what happened yesterday, I'm sure each of you now has a better grasp of your own strength."
"Therefore, I've decided it's time to shift your training—"
"To the Soto City Arena of Souls!"
Standing in front of the group, Yu Xiaogang gave Yu Chen a firm nod, then slowly turned to address everyone.
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