But she immediately gave a cunning smile: "Of course, in name it's to study, but in reality... I plan to 'borrow' some talent back from Shrek. After all, that is a place where geniuses gather. Even those students whom Shrek considers to have mediocre Aptitude might have great potential for our Axis Cult."
The four Protectors looked at each other, seeing the same shock in each other's eyes. The usually lively and seemingly simple-minded young Pope actually had such a far-sighted side. One must know, poaching people from Shrek Academy was something no one in the Spirit Master world had ever dared to think of!
Wind Blows Snow was the first to react, praising from the heart: "Lord Pope is wise! Shrek Academy is not only a cradle for geniuses but also a gathering place for the children of various powerful nobles. With your wisdom, you will surely be able to recruit the talent the Axis Cult urgently needs."
The other three nodded one after another. Thinking carefully, Furina indeed did not need Shrek's teaching—the resources she could provide had long since exceeded Shrek's capabilities.
"In that case, I will have to trouble you all to take more care of the cult's affairs," Furina continued. "Although I have already given instructions to Neuvillette, I can't put all the heavy burdens on him alone. If you need my fourth Spirit Ability 'golden doughnut vanilla cake,' you can send someone to find me at any time, and I will prepare it whenever I am free."
The four Protectors simultaneously smiled bitterly in their hearts. Over the past year, most of the cult's affairs had already been handled by them and Neuvillette. This young Pope mostly proposed various wild ideas, while the ones who actually implemented and executed them were still them. Of course, they would only keep these words in their hearts.
Yan Luo, City Lord of Savage City, patted his sturdy chest and guaranteed: "Rest assured, Lord Pope, everything is on us!"
Furina nodded with satisfaction: "The logistics department has already stockpiled enough supplies for half a year. If there is any shortage, contact me at any time." She paused, her eyes sparkling with anticipation. "I hope that when I return, the scale of the Axis Cult will have reached a higher level."
"We will certainly not fail your trust!" Long Ziyun, City Lord of Ice Wolf City, said with full confidence.
Over the past year, with Furina's help, all four Protectors had been promoted to the Soul Sage level. Even more surprisingly, at Furina's casual suggestion, they had tried Martial Soul Fusion Skills and Spirit Ability Fusion. As a result, during a clash with a visiting Spirit Douluo who came to challenge them, they discovered that after activating their Martial Soul True Bodies, the four of them's sixth Spirit Abilitys could actually fuse into a Fusion skill of astonishing power.
That Spirit Douluo who came to challenge them was defeated on the spot by their Spirit Ability Fusion—War King Descends to Heaven! There was no suspense at all.
This discovery made Furina's status in their hearts even more exalted.
"I will take Huo Yuhao with me, while Ye Guyi and the others will stay to guard the cult," Furina finally instructed. "If you find traces of Evil Soul Masters, remember to take Ye Guyi with you and let her deliver the final blow. This will be very helpful for her growth."
Her expression suddenly became solemn: "However, if you encounter an Evil Soul Master at the Spirit King level or above, you must act with caution. Especially be careful of an Evil Soul Master who calls himself the 'messenger of death.' When you encounter him, you must clean up the corpses under his command and the nearby corpses. In fact, this should be done when facing any Evil Soul Master; their Spirit Abilitys are often bizarre and unpredictable."
"We respectfully obey your teachings!" the four Protectors responded in unison.
After watching Furina leave, the four looked at each other and smiled. Thunder Leopard said with emotion: "Our Lord Pope is truly showing more and more of a leader's demeanor."
"Yes," Long Ziyun, City Lord of Ice Wolf City, chimed in. "Although she usually seems a bit unreliable, at critical moments, she can always give the most correct guidance."
Wind Blows Snow lightly shook his folding fan: "Perhaps this is where her unique charm lies."
Yan Luo, City Lord of Savage City, laughed loudly: "Regardless, we must guard this foundation well and give the Lord Pope a surprise when she returns!"
The distant Furina heard the laughter coming from behind her, and the corners of her lips curled up unconsciously. With these reliable partners around, she could peacefully go and implement her plan.
Shrek Academy, here we come. She muttered in her heart, her eyes flashing with a light of being determined to succeed. This time, she would not only change the fate of certain people but also create a brand new future for the Axis Cult.
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