Chapter 140 Returning to the Academy with Shocking News

Qin Feng and his companions left the Soul Beast Forest, feeling particularly relaxed with the Ten Thousand Year Soul Rings they had just obtained. However, the journey had just begun, and they still had to cross the dense forest to return to the Soul Master Academy. As they talked and laughed along the way, their steps became brisker.

"Although this battle was dangerous, we really learned a lot." Ye Li said with a smile. Her Frost Fox Martial Spirit played a key role in this battle, and she was very proud of it.

"Yes, Ye Li, your Frost Fox is definitely our MVP!" Chu Tian gave a thumbs up and praised.

Ye Li smiled playfully, "It's okay, it's mainly because everyone cooperated well, I was just a supporting role."

"Don't be modest," Zhang Meng grinned, "If it weren't for your freezing skills, I would have been flattened by that ape long ago."

"Okay, everyone has performed very well," Instructor Ling Yun interrupted their banter, "But, Qin Feng, how did you feel after absorbing the Ten Thousand Year Spirit Ring? Can you share it with us?"

Qin Feng nodded, his expression becoming serious. "It is indeed not easy to absorb this ten thousand year soul ring. Its power is very strong. I almost couldn't control it at the beginning. But fortunately, I can feel that this power is slowly integrating into my martial soul. The power of the Dragon Shadow Sword has increased a lot. Now I can even feel a strange power flowing in the blade."

"This is the power of the Ten Thousand Year Spirit Ring," Instructor Ling Yun nodded thoughtfully, "It is already remarkable that you can successfully absorb the Ten Thousand Year Spirit Ring. You need more time to get familiar with its power."

"By the way, Qin Feng, what level are you now?" Wang Yue suddenly asked. She has always been curious about Qin Feng's growth.

"I'm probably at the peak of Soul Sect right now, and I'm about to break through to Soul King." Qin Feng answered with a smile, his eyes flashing with anticipation.

“Soul King… you are not far from becoming a Soul Emperor.” Chu Tian sighed, “We have to speed up our pace. We can’t let you leave us far behind.”

"Don't worry, we are always together and no one will fall behind." Qin Feng responded confidently.

Along the way, everyone talked and laughed, and they felt relaxed, as if the life-and-death battle with the storm ape had never happened. However, the forest was still full of dangers, and they had to stay alert at all times.

After several hours of trekking, the team finally walked out of the Soul Beast Forest. In the distance, the buildings of the Soul Master Academy appeared faintly in their sight, and the familiar scene made them feel very close.

"I'm finally going back to the academy," Wang Yue said happily, "This training was really a thrilling experience."

"Yes, but don't relax after you go back, we still have more important tasks waiting for us." Instructor Ling Yun reminded with a hint of seriousness in his tone.

"Yes, the threat from the dark sect is growing, and we must be prepared at all times." Qin Feng nodded. He knew clearly that the calmness of the academy was only an appearance, and the real storm was still brewing.

Everyone quickened their pace and headed towards the academy. However, just as they were about to reach the academy gate, a disciple from the Soul Master Academy ran over from a distance, looking anxious.

"Teacher Ling, Qin Feng! You are finally back!" the disciple said breathlessly, "The dean wants you to go to the main hall immediately. There is an emergency!"

"What happened?" Teacher Ling Yun frowned. He was keenly aware that something was unusual.

"The Dark Sect suddenly launched an attack. Several important cities were hit, causing heavy casualties! The academy has entered a state of emergency alert, and the dean is convening all soul masters for an emergency meeting." The disciple's voice was filled with uneasiness.

Hearing this news, Qin Feng and his companions' faces instantly darkened. The atmosphere that was just joking suddenly became solemn.

"Let's go!" Qin Feng said without hesitation, his heart filled with ominous premonitions.

The group immediately quickened their pace, quickly entered the gate of the academy, and headed straight for the main hall. Along the way, they found that the atmosphere in the academy was obviously different from usual. The students and teachers who came and went had tense and anxious faces, and everyone was preparing for the upcoming crisis.

When Qin Feng and others arrived at the main hall, it was already crowded with people. The senior leaders of the academy, representatives of major sects, and some high-level soul masters gathered here, and everyone's expression was very solemn.

In the center of the main hall, the dean was standing on a high platform with a serious expression. Seeing Qin Feng and others coming in, he nodded slightly to signal them to find a place to stand, and then continued: "As you know, the Dark Cult has begun to act. They attacked several important cities in just a few days, causing a large number of civilian casualties. This is an unprecedented crisis."

"What is the specific situation?" Instructor Ling Yun stepped forward and asked.

The dean nodded solemnly. "According to the latest intelligence, the leader of the Dark Sect, Black Dragon, personally took action and led a large number of his men to launch a surprise attack. They used a powerful dark force that can corrode the soul power of soul masters, causing them to quickly lose their combat effectiveness, and even directly lead to death."

Hearing this, a low cry of surprise rang out in the hall. The power of corroding soul power is an extremely terrifying existence for soul masters.

Qin Feng frowned and clenched his fists. "The ambitions of the Dark Cult are becoming more and more obvious. They are no longer hiding and are directly launching large-scale attacks."

The dean continued, "The major sects and empires have already begun to take action and prepare to fight back against the Dark Cult. But the current situation is serious, and we must be fully prepared to deal with a possible all-out war."

"How does the academy plan to respond?" asked a sect representative.

"We have strengthened the defense of the academy and sent elite teams to various cities that have been attacked for support." The dean replied calmly, "Qin Feng, Teacher Ling Yun, I hope you can lead a team to the nearest disaster-stricken city for rescue."

"No problem." Teacher Ling Yun nodded without hesitation, and Qin Feng also agreed.

"This operation is very dangerous, but your strength has been proven, and I believe you can complete the task." The dean looked at Qin Feng with deep trust in his tone.

"We will do our best." Qin Feng said firmly, with determination flashing in his eyes.

"In addition, we also need to closely monitor the movements of the Dark Cult to prevent them from launching attacks in other places." The dean turned to the representatives of other sects and continued to assign tasks.

The atmosphere in the main hall became tense, and everyone was thinking about the next response. This attack by the Dark Cult was obviously a premeditated large-scale action. The enemy's strength and cunning made everyone feel unprecedented pressure.

After the meeting, Qin Feng and his companions were summoned to a war room. Instructor Ling Yun stood in front, with a map spread out on the table, marking the location of each city and the current range of activities of the Dark Sect.

"Our target is this city - Qingyan City." Instructor Ling Yun pointed to a point on the map and said, "This city has been severely damaged, but there are still some survivors and soul masters who are resisting. Our mission is to support them and try to find clues to the actions of the Dark Cult."

"Qingyan City?" Ye Li frowned and asked, "Isn't that an important trade center? Why did the Dark Cult attack there?"

"It is very likely to cut off the supply of materials," Chu Tian thought, "If they can control this city, they can control an important transportation line."

"That makes sense," Instructor Ling Yun nodded in agreement, "That's why we have to get there as soon as possible."

"When do we set off?" Zhang Meng asked. He could no longer suppress the urge to act.

"Get ready immediately, without wasting a moment." Instructor Ling Yun replied, his tone full of urgency.

"Okay, let's prepare now." Qin Feng stood up without hesitation. He knew that time was very precious and any delay might lead to more casualties.

After a short preparation, Qin Feng and his team quickly got ready. Everyone brought the best equipment, filled up their soul power, and were ready to fight at any time. They knew that this mission would be a life-and-death test.

"This mission is very dangerous, but it is also an opportunity to prove ourselves." Qin Feng looked at his companions and said firmly, "We must unite to defeat the Dark Cult and protect innocent people."

"We will definitely succeed!" Ye Li, Chu Tian, ​​Zhang Meng and Wang Yue answered in unison, their eyes also full of determination.

The team quickly set off and headed towards Qingyan City. As they left, the atmosphere in the academy remained tense and depressing, but Qin Feng and the others had only one belief in their hearts: no matter how dangerous the road ahead was, they would do everything in their power to resist the invasion of darkness and protect the light of this world.

Qingyan City is waiting for their arrival. This battle is destined to be an important test in their lives and the prelude to a head-on confrontation with the Dark Cult.