Chapter 169: The Yuan'en Family

"No, Su Yu, why are you suddenly asking this?" Wang Dong'er looked at Su Yu with a face full of confusion, then answered.

Su Yu shook his head and replied, "I mean, how long has it been since we went back to class? I can't remember clearly, can you remember..."

Wang Dong'er: "............"

Su Yu was not surprised by this, because if he calculated carefully, he seemed to have only truly stayed at Shrek Academy for a little over a year, while he had stayed at the Sun Moon Imperial Soul Engineering Academy for nearly four years in total.

If one were to really discuss the matter of skipping class, one couldn't find a second case in the entire Shrek Academy.

But Wang Dong'er was different; Wang Dong'er had always been a model student who never skipped class, but ever since the Sea God Fate Blind Date Assembly, Wang Dong'er had already skipped at least a week of classes in total...

"Then Su Yu, should we go back..." Wang Dong'er hadn't even realized herself that she had already skipped a week of classes.

Su Yu said calmly, "Do you think there's a difference between skipping a few more days or a few less? Besides, now that we've already skipped, why care about those extra few days?"

"Hmm, then when are we going back? I feel that their attitude toward you has already improved. I heard from my Big Uncle and Second Uncle that you seem to have found a way to replace Soul Rings, right?" Wang Dong'er wasn't in a rush either, and then she changed the subject, asking Su Yu about the topic of Soul Spirits.

Su Yu opened his hands, projected the consciousness of the Purple-Eyed Demon Dragon from his Spirit Sea into the room, and then explained, "Although this method is not yet perfect, I know that as I continue to refine it later, the final result should be able to achieve the effect of replacing Soul Rings."

"Really, Su Yu? Is what you said true?" Wang Dong'er looked at Su Yu with pleasant surprise, her beautiful eyes filled with disbelief.

Su Yu nodded and said, "When have I ever lied to you? Besides, your Big Uncle and Second Uncle think my research direction is correct, but I actually really don't want anyone else to know about this."

"Why? Isn't it good to let everyone know? This way, the conflict between humans and Soul Beasts could be resolved. Isn't this a good thing?" Wang Dong'er clearly did not realize the gravity of the situation.

Su Yu did not refute her, but held Wang Dong'er's hand and said, "Then have you thought about the consequences after making it public? Can it really resolve the conflict between humans and Soul Beasts?"

"Isn't it? As long as there is something that can be used to replace Soul Rings, it can reduce the demand for Soul Rings by Soul Masters. Moreover, if this can be achieved, it would have a huge effect, whether considering the ecological balance of the continent or for the sustainability of the Soul Master profession. Am I wrong?" Wang Dong'er did not understand why Su Yu hadn't thought of this aspect. Based on her understanding of Su Yu, it was impossible for him not to have thought of this. Could it be that he had other thoughts?

"Dong'er, your thinking is not wrong, but have you ever considered what my ending would be after it is made public?" Speaking of this, Su Yu paused and looked out the window.

"The path of cultivation lies in perseverance, and my research is the same. It's not that I don't want to make it public, but my research is still in the exploration stage. At this immature stage, once forced experimentation occurs, it will cause many unpredictable dangers. If they themselves cannot continue, then what will happen to me? I cannot guarantee whether I can live safely for the rest of my life, because the greatest possibility is being captured by them to complete this era-pushing research for them."

"However, the arrival of a new era often faces a transformation of the times. Just like when the Sun Moon Continent collided with the Douluo Continent back then, and the two continents merged into one, Soul Engineers appeared in the world of Soul Masters, and a brand-new era rapidly unfolded. My research is the same. Once it is fully formed, there will inevitably be countless people fighting for it. The problems faced in this are no less than a war sweeping across the continent. Whoever controls this power that can replace Soul Rings is no different from controlling the future of all Soul Masters on the continent. Dong'er, I ask you, do you think the Three Great Empires would agree to let others control it? Would the Sun Moon Empire agree? Would Shrek Academy agree?"

This was indeed a cruel question. No one could guarantee what path the development of this matter would take in the future, so as long as Su Yu did not have the ability to control this power, he would absolutely not choose to make it public.

An innocent man is guilty of his own treasure!

"Su Yu, I'm sorry, I didn't know it would be like this, I..." Wang Dong'er felt a bit ashamed; she hadn't expected Su Yu to have thought so much.

Su Yu said, "Actually, it's nothing. Naturally, one must make complete preparations for everything. It's very normal to think a bit more. Besides, it's not that I won't make it public, it's just that the timing isn't right yet. Alright, alright, let's not talk about these things. By the way, when are we going back?"

"I'll go tell Big Uncle and Second Uncle today, and we'll set off to go back tomorrow. If we don't go back, I'll almost forget that we haven't had our vacation yet," Wang Dong'er thought for a while and said.

"Hmm, I'll listen to you."

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In Haotian Castle, on the third floor.

Niu Tian turned to look at Titan and slowly said, "Second Brother, what do you think of my judgment? Did I say that kid was qualified?"

Titan said, "It's alright. This Su Yu does indeed have some extraordinary aspects. Moreover, I can also feel that he treats little Dong'er very well. Originally, I didn't quite trust him, but now I really admire him. For a teenager to be able to consider such long-term matters, in this era, I'm afraid it is truly astonishing."

Niu Tian laughed, "This can't be blamed on him, after all, we were the ones who were biased at first. Moreover, he has long since proven that he has the qualifications. I am not worried at all about handing little Dong'er over to him, but as for that person, it will depend on the good fortune of that kid Su Yu himself."

Titan said, "That kid's courage is truly too great. If he really knew little Dong'er's identity..."

Niu Tian waved his hand and said, "Forget it. It's already like this, what's the use of you saying these things now? Moreover, I believe in little Dong'er's judgment, and I also believe in my own judgment. Future matters will be left to him. After all, this is not something we can manage, have you forgotten?" As he spoke, he tapped his forehead with his finger.

Titan realized, "That's right! If you hadn't mentioned it, I would have almost forgotten. Forget it, forget it, future matters will be left to him. Anyway, they won't do anything out of line, hehe."

Niu Tian also smiled meaningfully, "We won't interfere. Speaking of which, I am quite looking forward to what kind of path this little guy will take in the future. If he can really keep up with little Dong'er's pace, then there won't be any problems. As for the rest, let the young people's affairs be handled by the young people themselves."

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The next day.

Wang Dong'er walked out of the gate of Haotian Castle holding Su Yu's hand. Behind the two of them, everyone from Haotian Castle also came out to see them off.

"Big Uncle, Second Uncle, we are going back to the academy for class. I'll come back to see you when I'm on vacation," Wang Dong'er waved to say goodbye to them.

Looking at Titan and Niu Tian behind him, Su Yu slowly said, "Oh, that's right, Uncle Titan, there is something I would like to verify with you. I wonder if you could do me this favor?"

Upon hearing this, Titan subconsciously said, "What does your kid want to say again?"

"Uncle Titan's martial soul should be the Titan Giant Ape, right?" Before leaving, Su Yu still decided to tell Titan about the Yuan'en Family.

"What's wrong? Do you have any opinions about my martial soul?" Titan asked, puzzled.

Su Yu pondered for a moment, then said, "If I remember correctly, in a certain place on the Douluo Continent, there once appeared a family called Yuan'en. Their martial soul was also the Titan Giant Ape. It is said that their ancestor was a Titan Giant Ape, and that Titan Giant Ape's wife seemed to be named Xiong something..."

"You, are you telling the truth? Are you sure you're not lying to me? You..." Titan's originally puzzled expression instantly became agitated. His large hand tightly gripped Su Yu's shoulder, and his entire emotional state underwent a huge change in an instant.

Niu Tian, who was on the side, realized something was wrong and immediately reached out to pat away Titan's palm, "Enough, what is going on here? You must let Su Yu finish speaking before you can know!"

"My family once met someone who claimed to be from the Yuan'en Family. Although I don't know where their family is, I heard them say that it was the place where their ancestor and the Titan Giant Ape met. Their martial soul is also the Titan Giant Ape, so I wanted to ask, is the senior really not named Yuan'en Ming?"

"With your strength, I know your strength is absolutely above that of a Limit Douluo. I really can't think of a second person for the Yuan'en Family's martial soul other than it being your descendants. According to their description of their ancestor, their ancestor was a Titan Giant Ape named Yuan'en Ming, and Yuan'en Ming's wife was named Xiong Xiaoling."

After Su Yu finished speaking, Titan's face had already flushed red, and there were even some tears in his eyes.

"So, do I really have descendants..."

"I..."

"Ah............"

Titan stood there in a daze, his whole person lost in memories. With his silence, scenes were constantly presented around him.

Thought Visualization!

"Uncle Niu Tian, that's all I know. Since this is Uncle Titan's private matter, Dong'er and I won't disturb you anymore, so I'll have to trouble Uncle Titan with the rest."

Saying this, Su Yu took Wang Dong'er and left the Clear Sky Sect, starting their journey to Shrek Academy.