"Muchen… Holy Artisan, it's been a while since we last met!"
This time, it was Leng Yaozhu's eyes that changed. She didn't expect Muchen to arrive so quickly. Looks like Yuanbao'er isn't someone to be underestimated either!
But thinking carefully, it wasn't really surprising. After all, she was the wife of the Holy Artisan. If she was that easy to handle, someone would have already set a trap for Muchen long ago.
"Haha, indeed it's been a while. But Leng Tower Master, compared to the last time we met, you're still just as beautiful. Truly deserving of the title 'The First Beauty of the Spirit Transmission Tower'!"
The moment the four words "The First Beauty" came out, Muchen immediately felt a chill on his back. When he looked up, he saw Yuanbao'er's gaze sharpened fiercely, making him break out in a cold sweat.
Still, Yuanbao'er understood the order of things, so she gave a subtle signal indicating she would deal with him later!
"Nonsense, that's just exaggerated by outsiders," Leng Yaozhu covered her face and smiled, then continued, "Holy Artisan Muchen's wife is just as beautiful, isn't she? And with two adorable little ones—when they grow up, they might also become 'The First Beauty'!"
The First Beauty?
The first beauty of where?
The Spirit Transmission Tower?
Sensing there was more behind Leng Yaozhu's words, Muchen immediately said, "I'm honored by the Tower Master's compliment. Today, I originally planned to come to the Spirit Transmission Tower with my wife and daughter to select a suitable soul spirit for my daughter. Unfortunately, due to work, we were delayed and arrived late."
After saying this, Muchen looked toward Yuanbao'er. After she nodded, he continued, "Since a suitable soul spirit has already been chosen, my family will not disturb Tower Master any longer. We'll take our leave!"
"Wait!" Just as they were about to leave, Leng Yaozhu stopped them.
"What does Tower Master Leng mean? If you have something to say, please speak directly."
Neither Muchen nor Yuanbao'er wanted Heita to get caught in the competition of major powers so early, so they had kept Heita hidden. No one expected such an accident to happen today. Ultimately, it was because Heita was just too talented!
Muchen should have considered this earlier — someone with a god-level martial soul can't have weak spiritual power. Sometimes, even the smallest details can't be ignored!
Since Leng Yaozhu insisted on stopping them, everything had to be laid out openly.
"It's like this. Recently, I was conducting research here in East Sea City when I suddenly received news that a young genius with extremely high spiritual power appeared in the Spirit Transmission Tower here. So I came over to take a look," Leng Yaozhu said, knowing her actions were annoying others, but as Deputy Tower Master of the Spirit Transmission Tower, she had no choice.
All because of this little genius called Heita!
At only 9 years old, her spiritual power had already reached 378 points. As long as she doesn't perish along the way, she is destined to become an Ultimate Douluo! And Heita is also the daughter of Holy Artisan Muchen — in the future, she will at least have a set of three-character battle armor. How could such a genius not attract attention?
Even with a thick face, Leng Yaozhu couldn't just let them leave like this.
"Sigh!" Leng Yaozhu sighed and put on a regretful expression, "Holy Artisan Muchen, perhaps you don't know, though the Spirit Transmission Tower controls soul spirit resources and holds a pivotal position in the soul master world, appearing invincible… the truth is, we are already showing signs of having no successors."
"How is that possible? The Spirit Transmission Tower has so many members. How could it be without successors?"
"Indeed, if it's ordinary heirs, you can have as many as you want. But one top-tier powerhouse can completely upset the balance between forces! Let me give you a simple example — the Sky-Raising Douluo... understand?"
The Sky-Raising Douluo Yun Ming is recognized as the strongest on the entire continent!
He is someone ordinary heirs from countless forces can't approach in their entire lives. Even top geniuses find it difficult to cross the gulf between themselves and Yun Ming.
When mentioning Yun Ming, a faint, almost imperceptible gleam flashed in Leng Yaozhu's eyes. It seemed her relationship with Yun Ming was not so simple.
"So when I heard there was a genius here, I immediately locked down the news and rushed over... The Spirit Transmission Tower needs a powerhouse who can impact the future situation!"
When she said this, everyone present fell silent.
"Tower Master Leng, you really think so highly of Heita?"
"Of course! Do you know what my spiritual power was at her age? Only 97 points—less than one-third of this child! If she can't become an Ultimate Douluo, then what am I?"
"But for Heita, this is a bit too soon…"
"Sigh! I also understand your worries, Master Muchen and Sister Bao'er. If little Heita reveals herself to those big players too early, it will definitely attract some ill-intentioned people."
Then, Leng Yaozhu became serious. "I also know that with the power of the Forging Association, this child can be protected, but only temporarily. Because in terms of combat ability, pure forgers are not a match for top soul masters. This is a well-known fact."
Muchen frowned, but he didn't object because Leng Yaozhu was right. He and Leng Yaozhu were exactly in such a relationship.
As a Holy Artisan, Muchen's social status was no less than Leng Yaozhu's, but if they fought, Leng Yaozhu could pin him down with one hand. That's the power of a level 99 strong offensive title Douluo and a four-character battle armor master!
"But the Forging Association may not be able to protect this child. What if we add the Spirit Transmission Tower to the mix?"
Upon hearing this, Muchen understood Leng Yaozhu's plan. "You… intend to cooperate with the Forging Association?"
"Deep cooperation!" Leng Yaozhu smiled faintly. "I plan to take this child as my disciple, treat her as my direct apprentice, and in the future, I intend for her to inherit the position of Spirit Transmission Tower Master. I believe that fellow Qiangu Dongfeng won't oppose it either."
"And she's also the daughter of a Holy Artisan, isn't she? With that connection alone, it's enough to bring the Spirit Transmission Tower and Forging Association into closer cooperation."
"This…" Honestly, after hearing Leng Yaozhu talk for so long, Muchen was very tempted, as he found no reason to oppose it.
But at this moment, Yuanbao'er took over the conversation. "But in the end, it still depends on little Heita's own choice, right?"
Upon hearing this, everyone present turned their eyes to the brown-haired girl. But upon seeing her, they noticed her expression was calm and unflustered, in sharp contrast to Muchi standing beside her.
"Unshaken in the face of danger — such temperament is really a good seedling!" Leng Yaozhu couldn't help but sigh, "I even want to adopt her as my goddaughter!"
Upon hearing this, Yuanbao'er rolled her eyes but still came to Heita's side and said seriously, "Little Heita, both Dad and I think the future is something you need to choose yourself."
"We originally didn't plan for you to be exposed to all this so early, but hiding it was impossible. Since it has come head-on, you can only accept it."
"The Spirit Transmission Tower has a great reputation on the continent. Aunt Leng is also a four-character battle armor master, one of the continent's top powerhouses. If you can receive her direct teaching, it will definitely be a great help for your future."
"Little Heita, your choice now will definitely have a profound impact on your future, but don't be nervous. Whatever you decide, Dad, Mom, and your sister will support you!"
"Don't panic. Tell us your choice!"
Under everyone's gaze, Heita pursed her lips. "I don't want Mom and Dad to be troubled. I also want to help you!"
"So, my choice is…"
This chapter took a lot of effort to write, and as a newcomer, it was exhausting!
Also, the world of the strong is really complicated — it's all about strategy and competition.