After all, men have little resistance to flashy, cool things.
(Well, except for Dugu Bo. He still harbored some aversion to this familiar soul tool that had once embarrassed him.)
"These soul-powered motorcycles are quite impressive. It seems they've integrated technologies from many other worlds," remarked Vill-V, the technical expert, after closely examining one of the vehicles.
Her eyes traced the intricate Daoist talismans, the soul tool core embedded with advanced soul engineering, and the mechanical gears embodying ancient wisdom—all traces of multiple technological systems fused together.
"Haha, what do you think? This is one of my crowning technical achievements. Though somewhat outdated now, some of its concepts are still worth referencing," Wu Tong chuckled.
Soul tool technology did have its merits. While its destructive power was limited, its applications in civil use were undeniably valuable.
For instance, a single Tier 1 soul tool core contained enough energy to power a soul-powered motorcycle at full capacity for about a week. In terms of energy efficiency, this ranked among the best of all the systems Wu Tong had mastered.
For daily life, soul tools were undeniably convenient.
However, the topic failed to pique the interest of the geniuses present.
"By the way... can all of you ride?" Wu Tong asked with a smile, shifting the subject after noticing their disinterest.
"Mhm~ I'm a flawless, flower-like maiden. Is there anything I can't do?" Elysia declared proudly. As the Herrscher of Human: Ego, how could she not know how to ride a motorcycle?
The others nodded as well, indicating that operating these soul-powered motorcycles posed no issue.
These individuals were either prodigies or had undergone rigorous training in MOTH, where they'd learned to handle motorized vehicles.
Seeing their confidence, Wu Tong's gaze teasingly drifted to Dugu Bo.
He hadn't forgotten about the one who got carsick.
"Why are you looking at me? I can ride too," Dugu Bo retorted, rolling his eyes.
Did they think he was an idiot? The emergence of soul-powered motorcycles signaled a revolution in transportation across Douluo Continent.
In the future, these vehicles would undoubtedly become essential for travel. Knowing this, how could he not learn to operate one? Not only were they fast, but they also didn't drain his own energy, making them incredibly convenient for long-distance travel.
Over the past few days, leveraging the bodily control afforded by his Titled Douluo strength, Dugu Bo had quickly mastered riding a soul-powered motorcycle.
"Good. Let's go, then."
Disappointed at not getting the answer he'd hoped for, Wu Tong shrugged and addressed the group.
He then mounted his exclusive ride—the Dodge Tomahawk—which he'd driven once before.
After starting the engine, he took the lead, keeping a moderate pace to accommodate the others and fulfill Elysia's wish to enjoy the scenery.
Following his lead, the rest of the group each selected a soul-powered motorcycle and set off after him.
...
The convoy cruised leisurely along the smooth road, the distinctive roar of soul-powered engines accompanying their journey to the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well.
Fortunately, the distance from Sunset Canyon, where the academy was located, to the Sunset Forest wasn't far.
In less than an hour, they arrived at the outskirts of the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well.
—
Sunset Forest.
Poison Barrier, Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well.
"Go straight through. No need to worry about this."
From a distance, the group spotted the poisonous mist Dugu Bo had set up as a barrier.
But Wu Tong paid it no mind.
To him now, what had once seemed like an insurmountable obstacle was little more than a child's toy.
He had at least a thousand ways to bypass it.
Wind Tunnel Passage—
Wu Tong activated the Authority of the Herrscher of Wind from his skill repertoire.
As pale cyan energy surged around him, the aura of the Herrscher of Wind gradually expanded.
The Authority to create and manipulate ideal fluid manifested in his hands, showcasing a usage entirely distinct from Wendy's.
Whoosh—
Before their eyes, the poisonous mist seemed to liquefy, flowing outward like water.
Soon, the wall of toxic fog parted, forming a hollow passage wide enough for the group to pass through—as if deliberately welcoming them.
The true Authority of the Herrscher of Wind wasn't merely the power to control wind, but the ability to manipulate ideal fluid—essentially, the macroscopic motion of matter.
In simpler terms, it could turn the earth into liquid, solidify the ocean, or transform air into a barrier.
With this ability, Wu Tong could achieve feats that defied conventional logic: creating hard water, soft ice, cold flames, or scalding snow; molding metal like putty and reshaping it at will.
Turning poisonous mist into liquid and carving a path through it was child's play.
Faced with this spectacle, only Dugu Bo showed any surprise. The Flame-Chasers remained unfazed—even Pardofelis, the lazy cat, looked utterly indifferent.
Having battled the Herrscher of Wind before, they were well acquainted with her power. Manipulating ideal fluid to this extent wasn't particularly remarkable.
Fortunately, neither the Herrschers of the Previous Era nor the Current Era were particularly knowledgeable.
Had these Authorities—manifestations of physical laws—fallen into the hands of, say, physics professors, the devastation they could've wrought was unimaginable.
But now that the Herrschers had been defeated, such concerns were moot.
With the passage open, the group filed through one by one, not wasting Wu Tong's efforts.
Once everyone had entered, the liquefied poison mist collapsed, reverting to its gaseous state.
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