On the way back, with a powerful bodyguard like Shen Cangsheng around, they didn't run into any more mishaps. In a short two hours, they'd reached Hokuang Reiwon. During these two hours, Mu Chen had borrowed the help of Shen Cangsheng's pill. Not only had he recovered from the damage caused by the fiendish energy's corrosion, but his Spiritual Energy had also increased.
Although the fiendish blood energy was terrifying, it was still a type of power. During his battle with Bai Xuan, Mu Chen had exhausted the majority of the fiendish blood energy. However, there was still a small amount left, which he absorbed and benefited from.
With regards to the recovery of his injuries, Mu Chen was also happy and felt a little more gratitude towards Shen Cangsheng in his heart. If it wasn't for the latter's elixirs, his injuries would have taken quite a few days to gradually recover.
Outside of Northern Heavens City, near the outskirts of Hokuang Reiwon, several streaks of light appeared on a mountain peak. It was Mu Chen's group, who were rushing back to Hokuang Reiwon.
"Senior Shen Cangsheng, aren't you coming back to Hokuang Reiwon with us?" Mu Chen asked, looking at the black-clothed youth in front of him.
When Shen Cangsheng heard that, he smiled and shook his head. "I accepted Mo Longzi's bounty mission. I haven't finished it yet, so I won't be going back for now."
Guo Xiong, who was standing to the side, inwardly smacked his lips. No wonder he was ranked first on Hokuang Reiwon's Heavenly Ranking. He actually dared to chase after the incomparably savage Mo Longzi. In all of Hokuang Reiwon, he was probably the only one who dared to do so.
"Then let's part ways here. I hope you'll be able to smoothly complete your mission. Also, there's only one month left before Hokuang Reiwon's annual Hunting War. Aren't you coming back to participate?"
"The Hunting War, huh." Shen Cangsheng's eyes narrowed slightly, as if a little focus had appeared in his eyes.
"This year's Hunting War seems to be exceptionally difficult. According to the information I've obtained, the final protectors are likely the three great generals of our Hokuang Reiwon's Punishment Hall," said Su Xuan.
"The Punishment Hall's three great generals?
It was those three fellows?
They are actually going to take action this year? "Shen Cangsheng was slightly startled. Soon after, shock flashed across his eyes as he asked.
Su Xuan helplessly nodded her head and said, "Those three fellows were the top figures of our Hokuang Reiwon's previous batch. Although they've graduated, they're still staying in Hokuang Reiwon's Punishment Hall to cultivate. Their strength is something that even some of the Punishment Hall's Law Enforcers can't compare to. Therefore, if you hadn't returned this time, I'm afraid that we might have lost this year's Hunt."
Shen Cangsheng furrowed his brows and said, "I didn't think that even they would come. Since that's the case, I'll try my best to return. Those three fellows aren't easy to deal with. I really want to spar with them."
Hearing this, Su Xuan smiled and nodded her head. "Since you're willing to return, and Li Xuantong is also included, then we'll have a chance in the last round."
Shen Cangsheng smiled and chatted a little more. After that, he didn't linger any longer. After bidding farewell, his figure turned into a streak of light and swiftly disappeared into the horizon.
"Haha, if senior Shen Cangsheng can return for the Hunting War, then our chances of victory will increase." Guo Xiong looked in the direction that Shen Cangsheng had left with a smile.
"Hunting War?
What's that? "Mu Chen asked, a little puzzled.
"The Hunting War is our Hokuang Reiwon's annual gathering. It's quite a grand event, and almost all students have the qualifications to participate. When the time comes, there will be another incomparably intense battle. Who knows how many dark horses that haven't revealed themselves before will appear."
Su Xuan smiled faintly and said, "Every Hunting War, the Heavenly Ranking will undergo a huge change. Those previously unknown dark horses will also be exposed during the Hunting War, and they'll amaze the world with a single brilliant feat."
"Don't think that all of Hokuang Reiwon's formidable figures are on the Heavenly Ranking. Some of them know how to endure."
Mu Chen sighed and nodded. There were so many students in Hokuang Reiwon. A single Heavenly Ranking couldn't be compared to all of them. Outside of that, there were obviously many formidable figures that were hiding themselves.
"Back then, Shen Cangsheng was one of those dark horses. Before that, he didn't have much of a reputation in Hokuang Reiwon. But during that Hunting War, he soared to the heavens. Not only did he defeat the Heavenly Ranking's number one, but he also defeated the final guardian of the Hunting War. From then on, his name resounded throughout Hokuang Reiwon. To this day, no one has been able to shake his position as number one on the Heavenly Ranking," Guo Xiong said with a hint of admiration.
Mu Chen nodded slightly. Shen Cangsheng really wasn't an ordinary person.
"Then what's the guardian?"
Mu Chen asked helplessly. He realized that he didn't know anything about Hokuang Reiwon at all.
"Every Hunting War, there are guardians. They aren't students, but rather people from Hokuang Reiwon's Punishment Hall, also known as the Punishment Hall. Most of the people in the Punishment Hall are seniors who have graduated from Hokuang Reiwon. They aren't willing to leave Hokuang Reiwon after graduation, so they stay in the academy and continue cultivating. Their strength is quite formidable," Su Xuan said softly.
"And for this Hunting War, it's said that the Punishment Hall has sent out three guardians. They're the Punishment Hall's Three Great Generals."
"The Punishment Hall's Three Great Generals?"
Mu Chen mumbled to himself in a daze.
"Haha. The three of them were extremely influential figures at the apex of the Northern Heavens Spiritual Academy. Within the Punishment Hall, they possess extremely great fame and reputation. It's said that a year ago, the three of them had joined hands and moved out. Their mission was to kill the Rank 1 on the Bounty Board, Mo Xingtian."
"Mo Xingtian?"
Only now did Mu Chen's expression change. Mo Xingtian was the number one on their Hokuang Reiwon's Bounty List. It's said that he was the youngest elder in the history of the Demonic Dragon Palace. His talent was monstrous, and his strength was extremely terrifying. He was even stronger than Mo Longzi, whom they'd met before.
Yet, those three so-called "Three Great Generals" were actually able to kill him. Their strength was obviously extremely terrifying.
"What's the final result?" Mu Chen could not help but ask.
"The result." Su Xuan gave a helpless smile and said, "How could Mo Xingtian be so easy to deal with? Even with the combined efforts of the Punishment Hall's Three Great Generals, they still returned empty-handed. However, being able to escape from Mo Xingtian's hands unscathed is already a very impressive achievement."
Mu Chen faintly nodded his head. Just Mo Longzi alone was already very powerful. As for the number one ranked Mo Xingtian, he was obviously even more terrifying. If he could be so easily killed, then he wouldn't be worthy of such a ranking.
"In the Hunting War, these three Great Generals are the common opponents of all the students. Only by defeating them will you be able to emerge victorious. Once you win, all the students who possess a" Spiritual Light "will be able to obtain the most coveted reward of the Hunting War." Su Xuan paused for a moment as a glimmer appeared in her beautiful eyes. "That is the Spiritual Light Empowerment."
Speaking of the Spiritual Light Empowerment, Mu Chen could clearly see a trace of warmth flash across the face of the frosty Li Qing. However, he could only smile bitterly and blankly.
"The so-called" Spiritual Light "is actually a special substance in the Hunting War. It is condensed from the purest Spiritual Energy of Heaven and Earth. When we enter the Hunting War, our goal is to obtain the" Spiritual Light ". The more" Spiritual Light "we obtain, the greater the benefits we will receive during the Spiritual Light Empowerment."
When Su Xuan saw the blank look on Mu Chen's face, she understood that he did not know about it. She immediately smiled and said, "I heard that you participated in the Spiritual Road. You should know about the Spiritual Road Empowerment, right?
Actually, the Spiritual Light Empowerment is similar to the Spiritual Road Empowerment. It can greatly stimulate one's potential and increase one's strength. "
"Oh?"
Only then did Mu Chen understand. Soon after, his heart trembled. No wonder the Hunting War would expose countless students who had been hiding their strength. It turned out that there was such a benefit to it.
He had participated in the Spiritual Road and naturally knew how important the Spiritual Road Empowerment was. If it wasn't for the numerous tricks he had up his sleeves, it would have been difficult for him to catch up to the various geniuses who had been assessed as King Class in the Spiritual Road.
If the Spiritual Light Empowerment of the Hunting War had such a miraculous effect, then it was absolutely indispensable.
"Of course, if we want to obtain the Spiritual Light Empowerment, we'll have to defeat the final guardian. That's why I said that the Punishment Hall's three Great Generals will be our opponents."
Su Xuan smiled warmly. "Otherwise, why would I remind Shen Cangsheng to come back and participate in the Hunting War? Isn't that just finding a powerful opponent for myself?"
"That's right. In the past, there was only one guardian. But this time, there are three. Moreover, they're the Punishment Hall's three most famous Great Generals. I'm afraid that only Shen Cangsheng and Li Xuantong can fight against these three ferocious people." Guo Xiong sighed.
Mu Chen nodded slightly. Shen Cangsheng and Li Xuantong were the two strongest people in Hokuang Reiwon. If these two great generals were absent, then the students wouldn't have much of an advantage in this Hunting War.
"Alright, it's about time. Let's head to Northern Heavens City to report and obtain the Academy Permits. After that, we'll head back to the Academy."
Su Xuan pointed at a majestic city in the distance. That was Northern Heavens City, one of the defenses outside of Hokuang Reiwon.
Mu Chen and the others nodded their heads at her words. Several people moved, streaked across the sky, and entered the incomparably large Northern Heavens City.
They didn't stay in Northern Heavens City for long. They found the Academy Residence to report and smoothly obtained the Academy Permits. After that, they passed through Northern Heavens City. In a short four hours, they'd passed through the vast outskirts of Hokuang Reiwon. Then, the endless Hokuang Reiwon that emitted boundless vitality appeared in their line of sight.
The group looked at the endless spiritual academy and couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief. A smear of a smile appeared on their faces. They'd finally completed their mission this time.
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