Douluo Dalu 2: You are an Evil Soul Master, but also a good person ?

However, with the healing standards of the Sun Moon Empire, there was no way to treat this injury.

Even the strongest healing-type Title Douluo in the Star Luo Empire wouldn't heal the pillar of an enemy nation. Even if he were willing, the Sun Moon Empire wouldn't dare to trust him...

Moreover, as the years passed, Title Douluos could live up to about 150 years.But due to this hidden injury, despite being only in his seventies, Cheng Lao's hair was already white.He didn't have much time left.

"Can this hidden injury be healed?" Xu Cheng asked Tian Meng in his mind.

"... Mental injuries are generally the hardest to heal, especially when suffered at a young age and deeply rooted. Your teacher wasn't wrong; even a Title Douluo-level healing-type soul master would find it nearly impossible to cure completely."

Tian Meng pondered for a moment.

Then, with a sigh, he added, "Ah Cheng, I can't help you with this one."

Xu Cheng nodded slightly, but he had already made a decision.

Life Gold.

On the Douluo Continent, this was the most potent condensed life force.

Just one drop equaled the life energy of the entire Great Star Dou Forest gathered over several months, showcasing its incredible potency.

However, he would also need Elder Yi's help when the time came.Xu Cheng quietly calculated his next steps.

"Alright, Ah Cheng, for me to have you as my last disciple during my final years... I have no regrets in this life. As for these research achievements, they are my last gift to you. In the future..."

"Teacher, you won't die." Xu Cheng's voice was calm but firm.

In a few months, at the All-Continent Soul Master Tournament, there would be an auction featuring a carving knife made of Life Gold.He was determined to obtain it.

If anyone dared to get in his way, he would turn the entire Star Luo Empire upside down if necessary!

In the original story, Huo Yuhao had to rely on plot convenience to revive Electrolux (thanks to Tang San manipulating events across dimensions). But for him, Electrolux wasn't going to die, and neither was Cheng Lao!

"I said so."

"Haha..."

A smile appeared on Cheng Lao's face.

"I believe you..."

Walking out of the core area of the Mingde Hall,

Xu Cheng looked up at the sun,and exhaled a long breath.

"Sigh, Ah Cheng, what do you think about my godhood plan?"

Tian Meng floated above the Sea of Consciousness, asking enthusiastically.

"Becoming a god?"

Xu Cheng smiled, "Of course, it's great. Only with enough power can I make up for regrets and achieve my goals."

"Do you know the path to godhood?"

"I know a little."

Tian Meng: "..."

"To become a god... Although your talent is already quite monstrous, you're still far from it..."

"There's still a gap?" Xu Cheng asked curiously.

"Uh... a little bit." Tian Meng hesitated.Honestly, according to human records, the most recent group to achieve godhood were the geniuses from Shrek Academy ten thousand years ago. But compared to Xu Cheng's talent...Even they seemed inferior.

"So, what exactly are you trying to say?" Xu Cheng interrupted.

"Well... I was born in the Extreme North, and I have a few good friends there...

Mm, they're quite powerful, not just ordinary hundred-thousand-year soul beasts. If they join the godhood plan, the chances of success would increase significantly."

"Good... friends?" Xu Cheng gave Tian Meng a skeptical look.

He had never heard of "good friends" who'd try to kill you the first time they met...

"Ahem... Our relationship is... okay." Tian Meng said awkwardly.

"Oh..."

Xu Cheng's tone dragged out as he looked at Tian Meng with a sly smile but didn't say anything more.

"Well, I'm confident I can persuade them to join the plan, as long as you're willing to go to the Extreme North soon!" Tian Meng quickly urged.

"..."

Xu Cheng hesitated for a while before nodding, "Alright."

Although their relationship was far from what Tian Meng claimed,

In the original story, Ice Empress was trapped by Tian Meng using his essence, and after some threats and persuasion, she chose to sacrifice herself.

She even left a parting line: "Do I have any other choice?"

It was clear that Tian Meng was reliable in this regard.

He only cared about the result. As for being friends...

Once they entered his Sea of Consciousness, they could play mahjong together—wouldn't that make them friends?

"Great! Then it's settled! I'll go prepare..." With that, Tian Meng dove into the depths of the Sea of Consciousness, busying himself with something.

"Ah Cheng! Over here!"

In the bustling street outside the Sun Moon Royal Academy,

Xiao Hongchen waved at him.

Xu Cheng raised an eyebrow. He was just about to look for them...and headed over.

The street was lively and picturesque. Not far away was a bridge bustling with people. Today was especially festive, as many were setting small boats afloat on the river with wishes for the future. It was one of the Sun Moon Empire's oldest traditions.

"So many people?"

Xu Cheng glanced around.

Xiao Hongchen, his sister Meng Hongchen, Tang Ya, Juzi, Shi Xing, Nana, and Ji Juechen were all present.

Even...

Xu Cheng's mouth twitched as he saw Huo Yuhao busy grilling fish at a food stall.

Even here in the Sun Moon Empire, he couldn't escape his "ancestral" grilling skills.

"Hey, although Yuhao's grilled fish isn't as good as yours, it's pretty decent. If you don't feel like grilling in the future, he can be your substitute!" Xiao Hongchen joked.

"..." Huo Yuhao just smiled sheepishly and continued grilling.

"I'll try it."

Xu Cheng took a skewer.

After all, in the second series, Huo Yuhao's grilled fish became a popular delicacy, a must-try for anyone traveling through the continent.

"Hmm, about seventy percent as good as mine." Xu Cheng nodded.

"Ugh, you're so full of yourself!" Tang Ya rolled her eyes.

"It's fine; all he needs to do is look handsome," Meng Hongchen teased with a gentle smile.

"Oh, Ji, how are you getting along with the Sword of Judgment?" Xu Cheng asked Ji Juechen as he ate.

"Not bad." Ji Juechen, who had been quietly eating, nodded slightly.

His eyes flashed with fighting spirit.

Xu Cheng's mouth twitched. He regretted asking.

Currently at the Soul King level, Ji Juechen's combat power was easily at the Soul Emperor level. And because of his extreme sword intent and early acquisition of the Sword of Judgment, his combat strength was terrifying.

Even Xu Cheng would have to take him seriously in a fight.

"By the way, Xiao, who's on the list for the All-Continent Soul Master Tournament in six months?" Xu Cheng turned to Xiao Hongchen.

"The tentative list has us as reserves. But if you want, you can join the main team." Xiao Hongchen paused, then said seriously,"Grandfather said that even though we're sending the strongest lineup in history, Shrek Academy is still a formidable opponent..."

"Except for you, the main team is led by Ma Rulong, with other top students from Mingde Hall. The reserves include me, Meng, Tang Ya, Nana, and Ji. As for the last two spots... Grandfather said you can decide."