Chapter 505.2: Xiao Bai the Jiangshi
Looking at the sky outside, it was already dark. Huo Yuhao quickly dressed in the new clothes that Bei Bei had given him. They fit well. He was wearing a white warrior robe, which only had a few accessories. However, many parts of the robe were made from silk. Even though the robe was white, it refracted light to differing degrees, and made Huo Yuhao look very elegant in it.
Huo Yuhao also felt more energized and refreshed as he donned the robe.
At this moment, Huo Yuhao felt his first sense of excitement after fusing with Little Bai as his fifth Spirit. This excitement didnât come from his Spirit, but from the fact that he was now an eight-ringed Soul Douluo.
A Soul Douluo was only inferior to Titled Douluo! Huo Yuhao was barely twenty years old. No one in the history of Shrek Academy was able to achieve what he had at this age.
Zhang Lexuan became a Soul Douluo when she was thirty, and she was already the pride of Shrek Academy back then.
Huo Yuhao shuddered when he thought of her. He didnât dare to delay any further. He didnât even bother with eating, and quickly rushed towards Shrek Academy. If he was late, she might be infuriated with him. He couldnât afford to offend her, he still had to graduate!
Huo Yuhao rushed all the way to Shrek Academy. School had already ended, and the students were all streaming out. The gates of the Academy were far more crowded than they were when he had entered for his first time, so long ago. Due to the expansion of Shrek City, the entire Academy was now a busy area.
It took some effort to squeeze through the gates. Just as he was prepared to enter the Academy, he heard some students discussing something.
âI heard thereâll be a Sea Godâs Fated Blind Date in the inner courtyard tonight, on the Sea Godâs Lake. Furthermore, this yearâs Fated Blind Date is different from previous years. Even those not from the inner courtyard are allowed to observe the event. This is unprecedented, but Iâm not sure what the reason for it is.â
âIâm sure you donât. My cousin is from the inner courtyard. This time, the Sea Godâs Fated Blind Date is open to outer courtyard disciples because itâs being used as a way to stimulate us to work harder. Itâs only by working hard and becoming an inner courtyard disciple that we can participate in a Sea Godâs Fated Blind Date. Itâs important to know that our seniors who take part in the Blind Dates are extremely talented. It would be great to have such a partner. Furthermore, Iâve heard that the success rate is high. A lot of seniors were unwilling to reveal their feelings when they were still in the outer courtyard. They can take this chance to reveal them all. Of course, Iâve also heard that itâs important for one to be strong enough if they want to achieve anything in the Blind Date.â
âYes, we need to work hard! Iâm going to work hard. One day, I must stand on the Sea Godâs Lake and participate in the Sea Godâs Fated Blind Date! Letâs go and get something to eat quick. Weâll rush back after we finish eating and get a good spot. Otherwise, we wonât be able to see anything.â
âHehe, you donât know what Iâm going to do. Iâm prepared to buy a magnifying soul tool. With that thing, I can even see the sleeves of our seniors clearly. In addition, itâs not that expensive, either. The Tang Sect has just released a new batch of them. Do you want one?â
âWhat? Thereâs something as good as that? Of course I want it. I can still use it to peep at girls in the futureâ¦â
As he listened up to that point, Huo Yuhao became nostalgic. I really didnât expect outer courtyard students to be allowed to observe the Fated Blind Date. It seems those two juniors are right. Permitting them to observe the event can help stimulate their cultivation. This isnât really a bad thing.
It feels so much better than when I just joined the Academy! How great would it be if I could watch the Sea Godâs Fated Blind Date with Dongâer?
As he thought of Wang Dongâer, Huo Yuhao felt a bit of heartache, and gently shook his head. He quickened his pace as he headed towards the inner Academy.
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The Academy was very crowded. Huo Yuhao put his student badge on his chest, so no one stopped him. However, he knew fewer of the students now that a few batches had graduated. At most, a few students thought that he was dressed rather weirdly, because almost all the students took pride in wearing the uniform of the Academy.
When Huo Yuhao made his way to the shore of Sea Godâs Lake, he was stunned to realize that the sky was still bright. It was barely evening, but there were already people seated at the better spots. He came to a spot on the shore that was close to the lake itself, and saw a young outer courtyard student just settling down. There was a mat that could seat more than ten people on the ground. He seemed to have just finished setting it up, and the edges of the mat were pressed down with various items. After he finished, he tidied up the mat as he sat down in satisfaction on it.
Huo Yuhao smiled and said, âJunior, why are you taking up so much space?â
The outer courtyard student didnât even lift his head and replied, âWho says that Iâm alone? Iâm here to reserve seats for others. Thereâs more than ten of us. They went to get some food, and will be back soon.â
Huo Yuhao laughed, âAll of you have indeed allocated your duties well!â
That student laughed in return, âYes! If we donât come early, we wonât have good spots. Weâre already so tired from cultivating every day. This is a good opportunity to relax. All of us treasure this opportunity. Itâs excellent to be able to witness how our seniors are going to seek love. We came here to set our own targets.â
Huo Yuhao smiled and said, âItâs good that youâre not here just to skive. However, itâs also good to take a breather every now and then.â
âOh?â This outer courtyard student felt something amiss when he heard how Huo Yuhao was advising him. He lifted his head and looked at him.
Huo Yuhaoâs robe caught a lot of attention. After that, he saw the badge on Huo Yuhaoâs chest.
The badge given to the inner courtyard disciples was red. There was also an image of a Shrek Monster on it. It was extremely obvious on Huo Yuhaoâs white robe.
âAh! A senior from the inner courtyard. Are you a senior from the inner courtyard?â The outer courtyard student was immediately impressed.
The inner courtyard disciples in Shrek Academy were highly respected. They were even more respected than some teachers in the outer courtyard. After all, inner courtyard disciples all had at least five soul rings. The more outstanding ones even had seven rings. If this was the outer courtyard, they would already be a Dean. Furthermore, they were all young, and extremely talented.
The outer courtyard students were already talented, and the inner courtyard students were even more so. Normally, inner courtyard students rarely interacted with outer courtyard students, as they were very busy with their cultivation. So this outer courtyard student was very excited when he met an inner courtyard disciple.
Huo Yuhao smiled and replied, âYes! Nice to meet you, junior.â
The outer courtyard student jumped up excitedly. âSenior, Iâm called Jin Sha. My friends call me Sandbag. You can call me that, too! Are you going to Sea Godâs Island?â
Huo Yuhao nodded.
The outer courtyard student was shaking with excitement as he asked, âWill you be going to the Sea God Pavilionâs Blind Date tonight?!â
Huo Yuhao smiled. âItâs the Sea Godâs Fated Blind Date. Youâve said something wrong.â
âEr, er⦠Iâm too excited. I was at a loss for words.â
Huo Yuhao nodded and said, âIâll be there.â
âWow, thatâs great! Senior, I envy you so much! I wonder when I can participate?!â Jin Sha said excitedly.
Huo Yuhao saw his uniform; he was a Year 3 or 4 student. From his soul power undulations, it seemed like he had three rings.
âYouâll get your chance if you work hard. Letâs work hard together, junior. Iâll go and register first. If weâre fated to meet again, weâll meet each other again.â As he spoke, Huo Yuhao waved his hand before he flew up and towards the Sea Godâs Pavilion.
âBye, senior!â Jin Sha waved back at Huo Yuhao.
At this moment, Huo Yuhao was already more than ten meters away. He touched the surface of the lake with his toes as he proceeded towards the Sea Godâs Paviliom.
To Huo Yuhao, this was very easy. However, Jin Sha was filled with admiration and envy. As he watched Huo Yuhao slowly disappear into the distance, he couldnât help but mutter to himself, âWhen can I as be as strong as this senior? He can fly over water without even unleashing his martial soul. Heâs really powerful! He has to be at least a Soul Emperor!â
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Huo Yuhao naturally didnât know that Jin Sha was evaluating how strong he was. Very soon, he reached Sea Godâs Island. After reaching the island, he naturally went straight to the Sea Godâs Pavilion. He didnât know where to register for the Blind Date.
The Sea Godâs Pavilion was as calm and quiet as ever. The refreshing and fragrant air gave one an invigorating feeling. It was indescribably comfortable.
Huo Yuhao knelt down in front of the Golden Tree and respectfully kowtowed thrice. After this, he stood up and walked into the Pavilion.
The Sea Godâs Pavilion was very quiet right now. After entering, he didnât sense anyoneâs aura. He couldnât use his Spiritual Detection either, as he didnât want to alarm the elders.
He was feeling a little depressed right now. It was already evening, but he didnât know where to go for the Sea Godâs Fated Blind Date! There wasnât even anyone to ask.
However, at this moment, his stomach started growling. He hadnât eaten in a few days, and his stomach was revolting.
As he thought of eating, Huo Yuhao started to salivate. The food in the inner courtyard had always been very tempting. To ensure that the students were fully nourished for their cultivation, the food in the inner courtyard had always been made from the best ingredients on the continent, and delicately prepared.
Not only was the food nourishing, it was also very tasty. It was one of the programs that the inner courtyard disciples enjoyed most. When they were still at the Academy, Shrekâs Seven Monsters would constantly find excuses to come over to Sea Godâs Island and have a meal. They wouldnât leave without filling their stomachs.