#102 - Expanding production

"Alright, this Star Dou Great Forest trip can be considered a complete success. We plan to leave here at noon today."

After concluding the discussion about martial souls, Quan Yue announced the subsequent itinerary.

"My mother and I still need to go to the academy, so we may need to separate here."

The Star Dou Great Forest is closer to the academy. Now that the vacation is about to end, Quan Yi decided to depart directly from here to the academy.

"Regarding this matter, we have actually decided to let you go to the academy alone," Quan Yue said in a deep voice.

"What!"

Quan Yue's arrangement surprised Quan Yi somewhat.

He shifted his gaze to his mother, but Su Ling'er's expression was very calm. Clearly, the two had reached a consensus.

"Xiao Yi, your strength has already surpassed mine. You no longer need my protection. You already have enough strength to ensure your own safety."

Su Ling'er's tone was very steady, but a trace of loneliness flashed in her eyes.

"Regarding the effect of firearms, I have personally tested its power. This is an epoch-making discovery. Its value even exceeds soul tools," Quan Yue continued.

"Therefore, I have decided to secretly expand the mining of gunpowder materials and other metals. This matter concerns the fate of the Quan family. I cannot preside over the overall situation alone. I need your mother's help."

Regarding firearms, Quan Yue saw danger in them.

But at the same time, he also saw opportunities.

For families like the Quan family that lack soul masters, firearms are even more important weapons.

They can cultivate a large number of 'Great Soul Masters' out of thin air in a short period of time.

Therefore, after Quan Yue and Su Ling'er comprehensively considered, they decided to let Quan Yi continue to study and cultivate alone, while they would be responsible for the production of firearms.

"Actually, with my current level, I have already surpassed the graduation requirements of the Advanced Soul Master Academy. I can also participate in family affairs."

Over the years, Quan Yi, as the young master, has received too much help. Quan Yi actually eagerly wants to contribute to the family.

Moreover, with his strength, he can already stand alone.

"No!" Hearing Quan Yi's words, Quan Yue suddenly reprimanded loudly.

"Your most important task now is cultivation. Soul masters generally have a golden period of rapid development until the age of twenty. You are only eight years old now, and you have at least ten years of development time.

Your own development is more important than the development of our entire family. I hope you can devote all your energy to cultivation."

Quan Yue's expression was extremely serious.

Quan Yi was also stunned.

"Alright, although I will leave, Quan Ying will still be responsible for the academy. As for the Ironware Research Institute, I will leave the blacksmith Yuan and some staff there.

You can continue to conduct research and cultivation there in your spare time.

I need to transfer most of the other staff out. They are familiar with the details of assembly line production. With them, it will help us to quickly expand production," Su Ling'er arranged.

Su Ling'er's judgment was correct. Production and research can actually be carried out separately.

Quan Yi only needs to research new firearms and new production processes.

And they only need to set up the production line step by step according to Quan Yi's instructions.

"Regarding the Gunpowder Research Institute, I will also completely hand it over to you. You only need to use your brain in the academy, and leave the rest to us," Su Ling'er said.

"Even if you are in the academy, you can still make the most important contribution to our family. You have already done enough," Su Ling'er comforted.

"I understand, mother, father. I will follow your instructions and work hard to cultivate. Don't worry."

Quan Yi understood his parents' intentions. Although he was a little reluctant, he still agreed.

Moreover, their willingness to let him go out alone was itself an acknowledgment of his strength.

At noon, the three had one last meal.

Then, they took a carriage and separated from their parents.

Embarking on the journey to the academy.

By the time Quan Yi arrived at the academy, school had been in session for a week.

Noon, the academy playground.

"What exactly happened to you this summer? Your change is too exaggerated, right?"

Huo Wu asked in surprise when she saw Quan Yi's fair skin and larger body.

"It's nothing, it's just that I didn't bask in the sun, and my skin returned to its original appearance."

Returning to the academy, Quan Yi returned to the process of studying and cultivating.

Returning from the crisis-ridden Star Dou Great Forest to the quiet and beautiful campus, Quan Yi was a little unaccustomed.

"I went to the Soul Arena every day this summer. Now my one-on-one soul battle points have accumulated to one hundred and three. It won't be long before I catch up with you."

Huo Wu flaunted her achievements to Quan Yi.

She has successfully advanced to a stage and obtained a bronze soul battle badge.

You should know that Huo Wu is only level twenty-three now. Among the soul masters with higher soul power than her, she has achieved such dazzling results, which shows her strength.

This summer, Huo Wu went to the Soul Arena every day to fight souls.

Due to Huo Wu's unique and powerful martial soul, she thrived in the soul battles.

Except for defensive soul masters, other types of soul masters basically suffer from Huo Wu's second soul skill, making them miserable and wanting to die.

Moreover, through a large number of battles, she has also accumulated rich practical experience, and her strength has also undergone tremendous changes.

"By the way, should we have a soul battle?"

At this time, Huo Wu suddenly suggested.

"Are you sure?"

Quan Yi's expression was a little subtle.

You should know that his martial soul is the nemesis of fire-attribute soul masters. No matter how powerful Huo Wu's Fiery Evil is, as long as it is fire-attribute, it will not have any effect on him.

"Of course. However, you can't use your martial soul. Otherwise, it would be too unfair. Your soul power level is already higher than mine. If you add your fire immunity, I have no chance of winning."

Huo Wu made an exaggerated request. But in fact, judging from the strength of the two, it does not seem too much.

Moreover, her suggestion made Quan Yi a little tempted.

"Okay, then. Let me see how much you have improved this summer."

Quan Yi agreed to Huo Wu's request.

Hearing Quan Yi agree to her unreasonable request, Huo Wu showed a malicious smile.

Although Quan Yi's level is four levels higher than hers, and his strength is several times stronger than hers, if Quan Yi does not use his martial soul, then her chances of winning will be very high.

This is the first time Huo Wu has challenged Quan Yi. The two, who have always stood together, are now facing each other tit-for-tat. Both of them are eager to try.

The playground at noon was empty.

"Be careful."

Martial Soul Possession.

A virtual orange-red fire shadow appeared behind Huo Wu.

Second Soul Skill, Fiery Evil Whip Dance.

"Pa, pa."

As Huo Wu waved the whip, it hit the ground, leaving scorched whip marks.

For Quan Yi, who knew the effect of Huo Wu's skills, her sudden attack did not have much effect.

Therefore, Huo Wu did not attack first, but gradually increased the psychological pressure on Quan Yi in this way.