33: Chapter 33 Shrek Undercover

Speaking of her family, Ye Guyi's eyes reddened slightly. She coughed violently several times, spitting out mouthfuls of fresh blood.

"Unfortunately, I lost my parents when I was very young, and I don't even remember what they looked like. But my Spirit has given me a conviction in my heart. Eradicating Evil Soul Masters is the goal I pursue in this life."

Seeing Ye Guyi's resolute appearance, a pang of heartache involuntarily rose in Mu Qingci's heart.

If Mu Qingci hadn't intervened, Ye Guyi should have been rescued by the Ordinary Alliance, just as in the original storyline.

Now that he had saved her, he naturally had to see this good deed through to the end.

"Where is your home? Let me take you back?"

Ye Guyi shook her head with a bitter smile. "My home has long been targeted by Evil Soul Masters. Going back would be a death sentence."

Mu Qingci rubbed his forehead somewhat troubled.

"Well then, come with me for now. I'll arrange a place for you to stay."

The Holy Angel Spirit, that was the natural nemesis of Evil Soul Masters. Such talent absolutely had to be retained.

Ye Guyi nodded. Having just taken the pill Mu Qingci gave her, her injuries had improved somewhat, though the bloodstains still on her clothes reflected the intensity of the battle.

After returning to Mingdu, it wasn't very convenient for Mu Qingci to bring Ye Guyi into the Sun Moon Imperial Soul Engineer Academy, so he arranged for her to stay in a luxurious hotel.

Mu Qingci didn't return directly to the academy. Instead, he headed for the Enshrinement Hall.

Inside the Enshrinement Hall.

Kong Deming looked at his disciple before him, his expression very serious. "Qingci, I know you mean well for the Empire. But acting as a spy in a place like Shrek Academy... once discovered, the consequences would be unimaginable. Do you understand?"

Mu Qingci nodded. "Teacher, I understand everything you're saying. However, my primary purpose for going there is more to learn their methods of Spirit cultivation. Since childhood, I've never relied on medicinal herbs to boost my Soul Power. I don't want to waste this talent."

Talking about learning Spirit knowledge was just an excuse. Mu Qingci was definitely going there to seize resources and poach talent.

Kong Deming nodded. "This old man has to admit that in terms of Spirit cultivation, our Sun Moon Empire has always lagged behind the Douluo Continent. Your talent for spirit tool cultivation is very high, but your innate talent for Spirit cultivation is equally astonishing."

He paused, then shook his head helplessly. "Very well. Since this is your choice, as your teacher, I will naturally support you. I will handle everything on the Sun Moon Empire's side for you and ensure your identity is not leaked."

"Thank you, Teacher!"

"Leave your Soul Engineer badge with me for now. Don't neglect your spirit tool studies over there. When you return, I will announce to everyone that you are the last personal disciple I have accepted."

Gratefully, Mu Qingci took out his Level 3 Soul Engineer medal and handed it to Kong Deming.

Before departing, he still needed to go to the Sun Moon Imperial Soul Engineer Academy one more time to bid farewell to his companions.

"What? Qingci, you're leaving?!"

At the Sun Moon Imperial Soul Engineer Academy, Meng Hongchen seemed completely unable to accept the news of Mu Qingci's impending departure.

"Qingci, where are you going?"

Xiao Hongchen asked curiously.

Mu Qingci shook his head. "I'm afraid I can't tell you that right now. You'll have a chance to know in the future."

Mu Qingci then patted Meng Hongchen's head. "Don't worry, Sister Meng. We'll meet again soon."

According to the original timeline, the next tournament was only a few months away. That's when they would meet again.

Furthermore, later on, Xiao Hongchen and Meng Hongchen would go to Shrek Academy as exchange students. Mu Qingci could try to arrange for this exchange period to happen earlier.

"Go. I hope you return stronger." Ji Juechen, on the other hand, didn't seem particularly reluctant.

"Don't worry, Brother Ji. When I return, we'll continue our sparring sessions!"

"Qingci, you must come back early..."

Amidst Meng Hongchen's reluctance to part, Mu Qingci set off on the road leaving the Sun Moon Imperial Soul Engineer Academy.

He arrived at the hotel where Ye Guyi was staying.

Mu Qingci found Ye Guyi. "I plan to leave the Sun Moon Empire. Before I go, I'll arrange a place for you."

As he spoke, Mu Qingci took out an application form. "If you're willing, I can help you enter the Sun Moon Imperial Soul Engineer Academy."

Ye Guyi pushed the application form away, shaking her head. Her gaze towards Mu Qingci held determination and a hint of unusual emotion. "I want to go with you. You saved my life. Wherever you go, I'll follow!"

Mu Qingci felt a bit helpless. "My journey is fraught with many unknowns. It could be dangerous for you to come along."

"If it weren't for you, I'd already be dead. What does danger matter?"

Faced with Ye Guyi's resolve, Mu Qingci couldn't say much more.

"As you wish. I'll pack my things and get ready to leave."

Mu Qingci busied himself packing his luggage, while Ye Guyi waited quietly nearby.

She didn't really have anything to pack, so she just stood to the side, waiting.

Once Mu Qingci finished packing, he went to the hotel front desk to check out.

Walking on the streets of Mingdu, Mu Qingci pondered his next steps.

Ye Guyi followed closely behind him, her gaze fixed on the ethereal figure walking ahead.

In her mind, the scene of him killing the Evil Soul Master involuntarily surfaced. That moment, as if filtered, played on a loop in her heart, impossible to shake off.

Mu Qingci rented a horse-drawn carriage and set off with Ye Guyi for the first destination of his journey: the Heavenly Soul Empire, Dragon City.

That's right. The target of Mu Qingci's trip was precisely the Earth Dragon Gate. Beneath the Earth Dragon Gate lay a once-in-a-thousand-years opportunity: the ten-thousand-year mysterious ice marrow.

Based on the current timeline, the first-year holiday at Shrek Academy hadn't arrived yet, which meant the Ice Emperor hadn't been approached by Huo Yuhao.

To secure the Ice Emperor as a major asset, the ten-thousand-year mysterious ice marrow was the best aid.

Anyway, with the Underworld Rebirth Domain and Electrolux's possession, Mu Qingci still had a certain degree of confidence in escaping from the Ice Emperor.

Although this approach carried some risk, opportunities always came with risks. The greater the storm, the more valuable the fish.

After half a month of travel by carriage, Mu Qingci and Ye Guyi finally arrived at Dragon City within the Heavenly Soul Empire.

"What are you here for?"

Ye Guyi looked at this unfamiliar city and asked curiously.

"To retrieve something."

Mu Qingci didn't elaborate further. Something like the ten-thousand-year mysterious ice marrow—ordinary people might not even know what it was. Explaining would probably be a waste of breath.

The two got off the carriage and walked along the streets of Dragon City.

"Brother, could you tell me which direction the Earth Dragon Gate is in?"

Mu Qingci casually stopped a passerby, slipping a gold coin into his hand as he asked.

The man, initially annoyed at being stopped, immediately broke into a wide smile upon seeing the shiny gold coin in his palm.

"Young master, you've asked the right person. Just ahead on this street, head west for two hundred meters. The Earth Dragon Gate is very easy to spot."

Mu Qingci thanked him and hurried off in the direction the man indicated.