Thinking he had glimpsed the truth of the matter, Huo Yuhao shook his head. "If I wanted to report this to the Federation, I wouldn't have asked you. Besides, it's not that big of a deal."
"I don't harbor that much malice toward Spirit Beasts, let alone when you only possess a Spirit Beast's Bloodline."
Having transmigrated between two Worlds, Huo Yuhao didn't feel much of a sense of belonging to the Federation Ten Thousand Years later. Those so-called nations and regimes were nothing more than passing clouds to him.
After leaving the White Tiger Dukes Mansion, Huo Yuhao felt like a wanderer. But if asked where his 'home' was, he would probably answer 'Spirit Pagoda' without hesitation.
Ten Thousand Years later, the Spirit Pagoda had his two teachers, Leng Yaozhu and Han Tianyi, who gave him warmth and direction.
Ten Thousand Years ago, Huo Yuhao had also prepared to found the Spirit Pagoda.
But this time, he intended to lead the Spirit Pagoda down a different path—one different from the original history.
This required the support of Spirit Beasts, so when he said he didn't harbor much malice toward them, it was truly from the heart.
Hearing Huo Yuhao's words, Gu Yue's cold countenance gradually softened.
She looked at Huo Yuhao and couldn't help but ask, "Then what do you think of the current relationship between humans and Spirit Beasts?"
Huo Yuhao replied, "With the development of the Spirit Pagoda, the living space of Spirit Beasts has been squeezed. Many Spirit Beasts on land have already gone extinct, which contradicts the original intention of the Spirit Pagoda's founding."
Upon hearing this, a hint of surprise flashed in Gu Yue's eyes. She hadn't expected Huo Yuhao to hold such a viewpoint.
In her understanding, humans all believed the Spirit Pagoda was great, progressive, and beneficial to all of humanity.
Yet very few people would stop to think about what the Spirit Pagoda's development had brought upon the Spirit Beasts.
When the Spirit Pagoda was first founded, Di Tian had consulted her, so she naturally knew what was said back then. At that time, Di Tian represented the Soul Beast Clan, and they were allies of the Spirit Pagoda.
But now, not only have Di Tian and the other Vicious Beasts been kicked out of the Spirit Pagoda, but the Star Dou Great Forest is already on the brink of destruction.
Gu Yue sighed with emotion, a trace of complex feelings flashing in her purple eyes. "The Spirit Pagoda is vigorously researching artificial Spirit Souls. They can already create Spirit Souls below thirty thousand years now."
Her voice carried a touch of heaviness. "Perhaps in the near future, even hundred-thousand-year Spirit Souls can be artificially made. At that point, I'm afraid there will be no meaning for the existence of Spirit Beasts."
Huo Yuhao thought Gu Yue was worried about the future of the Soul Beast Clan because she possessed Spirit Beast Bloodline.
He then spoke up, "artificial Spirit Souls can never compare to true Spirit Souls, and the Soul Beast Clan isn't that easily eliminated."
As he said this, Huo Yuhao kept observing Gu Yue's expression. He now knew that Star Dou possessed a god, but he wasn't sure why that 'Lord' hadn't taken action all these years, allowing humans to 'bully' the Soul Beast Clan.
Hearing this, the somewhat distracted look in Gu Yue's purple eyes instantly became much firmer.
She spoke, "That's right, those Vicious Beasts in Star Dou aren't easy to deal with. Otherwise, the Spirit Pagoda wouldn't have allowed Star Dou's core circle to continue existing."
Noticing that Gu Yue seemed full of confidence when she said this, Huo Yuhao judged that she likely knew of that 'Lord's' existence.
Currently, humanity's oppression of the Soul Beast Clan was indeed excessive. Huo Yuhao had discussed this with Leng Yaozhu; it was better not to provoke the Soul Beast Clan for now.
Just because that god wasn't acting now didn't mean she never would.
If humans went too far, if the Soul Beast Clan truly reached the brink of life and death, that 'Lord' would likely no longer remain silent.
At that time, it would likely be a disaster for the entire Human Race on the continent, something they simply couldn't afford.
Huo Yuhao felt that the words he spoke might be transmitted to that god through Gu Yue.
So he continued, "The Spirit Pagoda has a Legacy of Ten Thousand Years and many internal factions. My teacher's lineage harbors no malice toward Spirit Beasts."
Hearing this, Gu Yue remembered her purpose for transforming into a human and entering the Spirit Pagoda.
She looked at Huo Yuhao, and a smile suddenly appeared on her exquisite face.
"As long as we grow up and take charge of the Spirit Pagoda, we can change the status quo!"
Huo Yuhao also smiled. "Mhm, we can definitely do it."
Gu Yue looked at Huo Yuhao, a hint of craftiness suddenly flashing in her purple eyes. "Now that you know my secret, isn't it time you told me yours?"
"My secret?"
Huo Yuhao's heart skipped a beat as countless thoughts flashed rapidly through his mind.
He asked, "What secret do I have?"
Gu Yue huffed and counted on her fingers, one by one. "Your name is Huo Yuhao, your Spirit is Spirit Eyes, and your mental force is far stronger than ordinary Spirit Masters—even Mental-type Spirit Masters are far inferior to you."
Huo Yuhao's heart trembled. Had his identity been discovered?
However, he naturally wouldn't admit it at this moment. He stiffened his neck and said, "That just shows I'm a Genius. What are you trying to say?"
Gu Yue chuckled, her laughter carrying a hint of triumph. "Others might not know, but I can sense that you have another Spirit inside your body."
As she spoke, she took a step forward, her exquisite face almost pressed against Huo Yuhao's.
The distance between them was so close they could feel each other's breath and see their own reflections in each other's eyes.
The warm breath exhaled by Gu Yue brushed against Huo Yuhao's face, carrying a faint, delicate fragrance.
And then, Gu Yue laughed. "That Spirit is ice-attributed, Ultimate Ice!"
Huo Yuhao took a step back, his breathing slightly hurried.
He thought to himself, 'I shouldn't have shown any flaws, right?'
Had Gu Yue really discovered his identity?
Huo Yuhao frowned as he looked at Gu Yue and asked, "What exactly are you trying to say?"
Gu Yue's expression turned serious. The craftiness in her purple eyes faded, replaced by a serious, solemn light.
She said, "So, you are a descendant of the Spirit Ice Douluo from Ten Thousand Years ago, right?"
Huh?!
Gu Yue's conclusion made Huo Yuhao freeze for a moment, a trace of surprise flashing in his Spirit Eyes. So she hadn't discovered his true identity. That was good!
A descendant of the Spirit Ice Douluo—this was exactly the identity Aunt Leng had prepared for him. It was an explanation they, teacher and disciple, had long since agreed upon. It could explain both the Spirit and talent he possessed, and pave the way for him to take charge of the Spirit Pagoda in the future.
The Spirit Ice Douluo was the founder of the Spirit Pagoda. For his descendant to return to the Spirit Pagoda was perfectly justifiable and logical.
Huo Yuhao wasn't sure how Gu Yue knew about his second Spirit, but since she had such a suspicion, he might as well go along with it.
In any case, this identity would have to be made public sooner or later.
His expression calmed down, and he spoke, "That's right, I am indeed a descendant of the Spirit Ice Douluo."
Then, a hint of curiosity flashed in his Spirit Eyes. "How did you know about my second Spirit?"
Gu Yue's eyes flickered. "You know my Spirit. My perception of elements is quite keen. Although you hid it well, you still couldn't escape my senses!"
Huo Yuhao nodded inwardly; that reason was sufficient. Gu Yue's Spirit was Elemental Control; her perception of elements indeed far exceeded that of ordinary people. Ultimate Ice was also a type of element, so it wasn't impossible for her to perceive it.
He didn't pursue the matter further, only looked at Gu Yue and smiled. "Now, we can say we both know each other's secrets."
"Mhm!" Gu Yue nodded and smiled as well. "Then we must keep each other's secrets!"
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