Chapter 118: Yu Tianheng: Yanyan Couldn't Possibly Fall for Lin Yuan!
When Tang San was mentioned, a trace of pride finally appeared on Yu Xiaogang's stiff face.
"Xiao San is very hardworking and very sensible."
"Although his first martial soul is Blue Silver Grass, he was born with full innate soul power, so his cultivation speed is not slow."
"He has already reached rank sixteen. His future is promising."
Tang Hao nodded, a flicker of relief flashing in his eyes.
Rank sixteen.
At his age, that might not be an unparalleled prodigy, but it was certainly considered genius-level, especially given the limited resources of a small academy like Nuoding Academy.
After all, he possessed twin martial souls. Laying a solid foundation in the early stages was the most important thing.
More importantly, he still needed Yu Xiaogang to resolve the attribute conflict between the two martial souls.
And at present, only Bibi Dong has successfully solved that problem.
As for the relationship between Yu Xiaogang and Bibi Dong…
"That is good."
Tang Hao then asked casually, "By the way, what about that boy named Lin Yuan? And that little girl called Xiao Wu?"
"If I remember correctly, they were also born with full innate soul power. How are they doing now?"
While he was indeed paying attention to Lin Yuan, he was even more concerned about Xiao Wu.
He had never expected to encounter a one-hundred-thousand-year transformed soul beast in a small place like Nuoding City.
The reason he had not acted immediately was because he intended to leave her for Xiao San, as his future one-hundred-thousand-year soul ring and soul bone.
However, Yu Xiaogang's next words made Tang Hao's expression change.
"Them?"
Yu Xiaogang shook his head and sighed. "They left Nuoding Academy several months ago."
"It is said that they were specially recruited by the Heaven Dou Royal Academy. They should be in Heaven Dou City now."
"Oh, right. Not long after you left Nuoding City, Sword Douluo and Poison Douluo came to the academy with their granddaughters. They said they were just visiting."
"They happened to meet Lin Yuan and Xiao Wu and felt that their talents would be wasted at Nuoding Academy. So they told them that once they reached rank twenty, they could enroll at the Heaven Dou Royal Academy."
"What?!"
Tang Hao suddenly stood up. His aura fluctuated violently, causing the teacups on the table to tremble.
"They left?"
His brows furrowed deeply. Chen Xin and Dugu Bo had both appeared. Did they discover Xiao Wu's identity as a one-hundred-thousand-year soul beast?
By specially arranging for them to go to the Heaven Dou Royal Academy, were they also eyeing her one-hundred-thousand-year soul ring and soul bone?
Yu Xiaogang did not notice Tang Hao's abnormal reaction and continued speaking.
"Yes. I must admit that Lin Yuan truly is a monster."
"And," Yu Xiaogang hesitated before revealing the piece of information that had long troubled him, "Lin Yuan once hinted that he has an extremely mysterious and powerful master backing him."
"That was also the reason he refused to acknowledge me as his teacher."
"A mysterious master?!"
The sense of unease in Tang Hao's heart instantly intensified.
'Damn it!'
'Lin Yuan actually has a mysterious powerhouse guiding him? Possibly even a Titled Douluo?'
'I observed Nuoding City in secret for so long, yet I never sensed such a person's presence.'
'Does that mean that the individual's strength may even surpass mine?'
Tang Hao's thoughts became chaotic. He had finally encountered such a rare one-hundred-thousand-year soul beast, only to discover that three other Titled Douluo-level experts might already have their eyes on her.
'This will not do.'
'That rabbit was prepared for Xiao San. How could I let Lin Yuan snatch the opportunity first?'
At that thought, Tang Hao's expression turned incomparably gloomy. A suffocating chill spread from his body.
'It seems I must make a trip to the Heaven Dou Royal Academy.'
'I want to see for myself who that so-called mysterious master really is.'
Yu Xiaogang, watching Tang Hao's shifting expression and terrifying killing intent, was completely bewildered. He did not understand why Tang Hao had suddenly become so furious.
He speculated inwardly, 'Could it be because he heard that Lin Yuan has reached rank twenty while Xiao San is only rank sixteen, and he feels dissatisfied?'
'Does he think Xiao San has embarrassed him?'
With that thought, Yu Xiaogang hurriedly spoke to defend his disciple.
"Your Excellency, Clear Sky Douluo, please calm your anger."
"In truth, Xiao San is not inferior to Lin Yuan."
"You must consider that Xiao San is currently cultivating only Blue Silver Grass, which is regarded as a useless martial soul."
"Although he was also born with full innate soul power, his early-stage cultivation speed and strength cannot compare to someone with a top-tier weapon martial soul like Lin Yuan."
"But do not forget, Xiao San possesses twin martial souls. He is accumulating strength for a later breakthrough."
"When his soul power reaches the Soul Saint level, and his physical condition becomes strong enough, we can begin attaching soul rings to his Clear Sky Hammer martial soul."
"At that time, with all ten thousand-year soul rings, perhaps even a one hundred thousand-year soul ring, what could Lin Yuan possibly use to compete?"
"Xiao San's talent and future will absolutely surpass that of Lin Yuan!"
Yu Xiaogang spoke with passionate conviction.
But he had no idea that what Tang Hao cared about had nothing to do with level gaps.
He cared about the rabbit.
He cared about that walking, 100,000-year-old soul bone.
Tang Hao cast Yu Xiaogang a cold glance, offering no explanation.
"I hope so."
With those words, Tang Hao's figure flashed and disappeared into the night. He was heading to Heaven Dou City.
…
Heaven Dou Royal Academy.
The core members of what would become the Royal Fighting Team were gathered together, but their expressions were strange.
Especially Yu Tianheng.
"One month. A whole month!"
Yu Tianheng gritted his teeth, his voice filled with barely concealed agitation and anxiety.
"Yanyan and Lin Yuan have been gone for an entire month!"
"Where did they go? A single man and woman, and Senior Dugu is not even with them…"
Yufeng spread his hands helplessly. "Boss, do not be too anxious."
"Did we not already ask around? They requested leave to train outside, and Senior Dugu Bo went with them. There should be no safety issues."
Osler added bluntly, "Yes, safety should not be a problem. But whether their feelings are safe… that is another matter."
"Boss, you know Yanyan's personality. If she does not like someone, she will not even spare them a glance."
Osler clicked his tongue. "But this time, she took the initiative to leave with Lin Yuan. I heard they have known each other for over a year already. The two of them… who knows what might have happened?"
"I even went to ask Lingling, but she said she knew nothing. I am out of options."
Hearing this, Yu Tianheng's expression grew even uglier.
He turned sharply toward Osler. "Shut up! No one thinks you are mute if you stop talking!"
He then took a deep breath, as if trying to convince his teammates—and himself.
"Yanyan could not possibly fall for Lin Yuan."
"Absolutely impossible. Think about it. How old is Yanyan? How old is Lin Yuan?"
"She is seven whole years older than him."
"In Yanyan's eyes, Lin Yuan is at most a somewhat talented little brat."
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