Chapter 52: The Flaw of the 'Heavenly Thunder Body'
The two Earth-class techniques and Dou Techniques given to Xiao Yu were not a spur-of-the-moment decision by Mo Yu but the result of careful consideration.
After spending so much time together, Xiao Yu had not let him down, and Mo Yu naturally would reserve a special place for her in his heart.
Mo Yu didn't care much about Xiao Yu's talent. Unlike Xiao Yan, he didn't need to rely on a girlfriend to succeed.
With the Earth-class matched techniques and Dou Techniques, Xiao Yu's achievements would far surpass those in the original story, giving Mo Yu peace of mind as he ventured across the continent.
After that day, the recruitment team from Jia Nan Academy arrived in Wu Tan City.
Although the team stationed themselves in Wu Tan City, they were responsible for several nearby cities as well. So, the next day, when Mo Yu and the others arrived at the designated recruitment plaza, they were greeted by a sea of people.
In the massive square, the noise was deafening as countless young people desperately tried to push their way inside. If not for the city lord's troops maintaining order at the edges, the crowd would have stormed the plaza long ago.
Seeing this, Xiao Yan and the others couldn't help but sigh, while Mo Yu glanced at Xiao Yu.
Noticing Mo Yu's gaze, Xiao Yu smiled knowingly and said, "The person in charge of recruiting in Wu Tan City this time is my mentor. As her favorite student, I have a way in."
Puffing out her chest proudly, Xiao Yu cheerfully grabbed Mo Yu's arm and waved her hand, "Follow me."
Since receiving the Earth-class techniques and Dou Techniques from Mo Yu, Xiao Yu had become even more devoted to him, almost treating him like the sky.
Watching Xiao Yu show off her affection so openly, Xiao Yan, Xun'er, and the other younger members of the Xiao Clan were stunned as they looked at their elder sister and cousin.
Was this really the once proud and arrogant young lady? She was acting like a perfect wife!
As Xiao Yu led the way, Mo Yu rubbed his nose, secretly suppressing the sudden surge of desire.
Following Xiao Yu, they circled half of the massive square before stopping in the western part, which was already at the back of the square. The troops stationed here were fully armed, forming a formidable barrier several layers deep.
After surveying the strict defense, Xiao Yu instructed Mo Yu and the others before approaching the soldiers alone. She pulled out a green token from her pocket and quietly conversed with a soldier who appeared to be an officer. After a while, she waved to Mo Yu and the others, signaling them to come over.
The officer's sharp gaze swept over Mo Yu and the others, inch by inch. After a long pause, he waved his hand and shouted, "Let them through!"
With that command, the tightly packed wall of iron-clad soldiers clanged as they shifted, creating a narrow path just wide enough for one person.
Smiling gratefully at the officer, Xiao Yu put away the green token and, with a proud look, led Mo Yu and the others through the path, following the officer.
The short, ten-meter-long passage through the wall of iron-clad soldiers was filled with a terrifying aura, as these troops had fought their way through mountains of corpses and seas of blood. However, it was nothing for Mo Yu and Xiao Yan, who were leading the way.
The other members of the Xiao Clan, however, were not so composed.
With a scowl, Xiao Yu gestured for the officer to let them go, then quickly grabbed the now shaky Xiao Mei and Xiao Ning, and hurried into the square.
In the center of the square, under a large green tent, young men and women who had passed the test were occasionally seen walking toward the square, their faces full of excitement.
"Yu'er!"
Just as they approached the large tent, a woman's voice filled with laughter reached Mo Yu and the others, followed by a flash of red as a figure quickly approached. The figure laughed and threw her arms around Xiao Yu, teasingly running her hand along Xiao Yu's waist, "Let me feel, did you gain any weight?"
"Get off, you little pervert!"
Laughing, Xiao Yu pushed the woman away and quickly introduced her to Mo Yu, worried that he might get the wrong idea. "This is my good friend from Jia Nan Academy, Xue Ni."
As she spoke, Xiao Yu introduced Mo Yu and the others to Xue Ni.
Hearing this, Mo Yu and the others turned their attention to the woman in red before them. She had a slightly pretty face and a radiant smile. Her brown hair was tied into a simple ponytail, and her chest was full and luxurious. Her slender waist and round, perky hips made her figure as alluring as a devil's. Although her face was not as beautiful as Xiao Yu's, her fiery figure more than made up for it.
Xiao Yu affectionately held onto Xue Ni, and from the look on her face, it was clear that they were very close.
"This is your fiancé, Mo Yu, isn't it?"
Noticing the affectionate look in Xiao Yu's eyes when she introduced Mo Yu, and recalling the rumors she had heard upon arriving in Wu Tan City, Xue Ni curiously examined the young man.
"Not bad, not bad. I don't know if your talent is as amazing as the rumors say, but based on looks alone, you're definitely a handsome guy," Xue Ni said with a mischievous grin as she eyed Mo Yu.
The recent gossip in Wu Tan City about the Xiao Clan's two prodigies had even reached Xue Ni, a newcomer.
Thinking of this, a sly look flashed in Xue Ni's eyes as she suddenly leaned in and whispered in Xiao Yu's ear, "Hey Yu'er, would you mind if your fiancé had another wife? How about me? I've got the goods…"
Hearing Xue Ni's increasingly outrageous words, Xiao Yu's face turned black as she pushed her away, her delicate cheeks flushed with a hint of red.
Glancing at Xue Ni's much fuller chest, then at Mo Yu's calm expression, Xiao Yu finally breathed a sigh of relief.
Even though she knew Xue Ni was joking, she couldn't help but feel a little jealous.
Watching the playful banter between the two, Xiao Yan and the others simply thought they were close friends, so they stood quietly by, observing. Only Mo Yu, whose soul power was far beyond that of ordinary people, caught snippets of their conversation. Although his expression remained calm, some rather wicked thoughts flashed through his mind.
Shifting his gaze, he noticed the faint white skin revealed by Xue Ni's movements, her round, perky hips, and Xiao Yu's long, sexy legs. If the two of them really…
"It seems that even the Heavenly Thunder Body has its flaws…" Mo Yu thought, surprised by the evil thoughts that had just crossed his mind. He shook his head in disbelief.
Over the past few days of cultivation, Mo Yu had gradually discovered the drawbacks of the Heavenly Thunder Body, with the main flaw being an inability to control his physical desires.
The Heavenly Thunder Body was inherently a body of extreme yang, which made it incredibly attractive to women but also caused the possessor to be easily tempted by sensual desires.
In his memories, Mo Yu recalled that in the history of his previous world, several individuals with the Heavenly Thunder Body had appeared. Although these people were exceptionally talented and powerful, they often rose to fame like comets, only to quickly fade into obscurity.
After investigating further, Mo Yu learned that these individuals, despite their rapid advancement and incredible strength, were eventually overwhelmed by their uncontrollable desires. They often fell into a life of indulgence, leading to a stagnation in their abilities and, eventually, becoming ordinary after a few decades.
The reason Mo Yu had been able to overcome this flaw in his past life was, first, because his soul had been reborn, greatly reducing the body's influence on his soul, and second, because his disappointment in love had driven him to focus solely on pursuing power.
But now, it seemed that the Heavenly Thunder Body was beginning to show signs of this flaw.
Mo Yu shook his head, deciding not to dwell on it. At least for now, the Heavenly Thunder Body's advantages far outweighed its drawbacks. As for those so-called flaws, they were minor compared to the many dangers on the path of cultivation, where death could come at any moment.
As for whether he would ultimately succumb to his desires, Mo Yu was confident that only he controlled his fate.
(Chapter ends)