On the dirt road leading from Holy Soul Village to Notting City, two figures walked one after the other.
Lin Chen carried a simple bag and followed behind Old Jack, the village chief.
The old man was over seventy years old, with a slightly hunched back, but he walked with remarkable vigor, muttering to himself all the way: "Chenzi, you have to live up to my expectations! I had to swallow my pride and borrow this school spot from the neighboring Baishi Village! They originally wanted to keep it for their own child, but I begged them for three days before they finally agreed!"
"So what if you have a useless martial soul? Innate level three soul power is still soul power! Once you enter Notting Academy, study the theory diligently and cultivate hard, and maybe you can become a great soul master in the future!"
Lin Chen listened quietly, feeling a warmth in his heart.
He lost both his parents at a young age and was left alone in Holy Soul Village, except for Old Village Chief Jack, who always took good care of him.
On the day his martial soul awakened, the result of his three useless martial souls and innate level three soul power led almost the entire village to believe that he would never have a chance to succeed in this life. Even Su Yuntao, who had been so enthusiastic towards Tang San, couldn't be bothered to look at him a second time and turned around to leave the village with the genius with full innate soul power.
Everyone thought Lin Chen was destined to have no chance with the Soul Master Academy.
Only Old Jack, the village chief, was unwilling to accept this.
He traveled to several surrounding villages, begging and pleading, and finally managed to "borrow" a spot to enter the Notting Junior Soul Master Academy from a village with relatively ample quota.
In this world where Soul Masters reign supreme, even a chance to enroll in a low-level academy can change an ordinary person's life.
"Thank you, Grandpa Jack," Lin Chen said softly.
He didn't say much, but he had already kept this kindness in his heart.
Old Jack waved his hand, a satisfied smile on his face: "No need to thank me! You and Xiao San are both kids from our Holy Soul Village. He's a genius, and you can't be any less so! When you get to the academy, study hard under Master. Master is the most learned person in our academy!"
Lin Chen's eyes darkened slightly.
Master Yu Xiaogang.
He failed to mutate his martial spirit, was invincible in theory but useless in actual combat. He was obsessed with martial spirit theory and devoted his life to training disciples.
When he read the original work in his previous life, he neither disliked nor admired the master.
This person is too obsessed and has too narrow a vision. He is trapped in the relationship between the Spirit Hall and Tang San as master and disciple. He seems to be insightful, but in reality, he has long been bound by his own theories.
Lin Chen possesses the Northern Darkness Divine Art, the Tang Sect's unique skills, and the Three Soul Core Technique. His inheritance is enough to overwhelm the God Realm. Why would he need a theoretical master who cannot even repair his own martial soul to give him guidance?
Old Jack escorted Lin Chen to the entrance of Notting College, gave him repeated instructions, and then left, turning back every few steps.
Lin Chen looked up.
The Notting Junior Soul Master Academy has an ancient gate flanked by two stone lions, exuding an air completely different from the countryside. The young men and women coming and going are mostly neatly dressed, with faint fluctuations of soul power emanating from their bodies, and their eyes carrying the pride of soul masters.
He had just reached the registration desk when he heard a familiar voice.
"Master, are you really willing to take me as your disciple?"
Tang San stood before a middle-aged man wearing a Soul Master's robe, slightly overweight, with an ordinary face, his tone excited.
That person was Yu Xiaogang.
Looking at the Blue Silver Grass youth with innate full soul power before him, Yu Xiaogang's eyes were filled with affection and excitement. He had been unsuccessful all his life, and now he had finally met a disciple with exceptional talent who was willing to listen to his theories. How could he not be excited?
"A teacher for a day is a father for life. Tang San, from this day forward, you are my personal disciple, Yu Xiaogang!"
Many students around looked on with envy.
Everyone knows that although the Grandmaster isn't particularly strong, his theoretical knowledge of martial spirits is unmatched in the entire Notting City. Becoming his disciple is like ascending to heaven in one step.
Just as Yu Xiaogang was about to leave with Tang San to properly impart martial soul knowledge to him, he suddenly caught a glimpse of Lin Chen to the side.
When Yu Xiaogang saw the three martial soul auras on Lin Chen's body that were not completely concealed, he was first stunned, and then a strong interest flashed in his eyes.
Dual martial souls are extremely rare, but three martial souls... are simply unheard of!
Even if they are all useless martial souls, this kind of physique is still an excellent research subject!
Moreover, this young man also comes from Holy Soul Village, the same village as Tang San. If he is taken in as a disciple, they can look after each other in the future.
Yu Xiaogang immediately spoke, his tone carrying a hint of condescension:
"Young man, you're also from Holy Soul Village, aren't you? I see you possess three martial souls, though they're all useless, but your physique is special. Since Tang San has become my disciple, you should also become my disciple, and I can guide you on the path of martial soul cultivation."
Upon hearing this, a low snicker immediately rose from the surrounding crowd.
"Three useless martial souls want to become a disciple of a master?"
"That's wishful thinking. The master was just saying it casually because we're from the same village."
Tang San also looked at Lin Chen with a hint of goodwill in his eyes and advised, "Lin Chen, the master's theories are really amazing. If you could become the master's disciple, it would definitely benefit you."
Yu Xiaogang stood with his hands behind his back, looking calm, waiting for Lin Chen to express his gratitude and formally become his disciple.
In his view, it was like a pie falling from the sky for a country boy who possessed three useless martial souls and had no one to rely on to gain the favor of a master like him.
However.
Lin Chen merely raised his eyes slightly, his gaze calm yet carrying an undeniable air of arrogance.
"No need."
The three words "light and airy" instantly silenced the entire audience.
Yu Xiaogang's calm expression froze instantly, thinking he had misheard: "What did you say?"
"I said, I don't need a master." Lin Chen's voice wasn't loud, but it was crystal clear. "I will walk my own path."
Yu Xiaogang's face darkened.
He was obsessed with theory all his life and valued disciples and inheritance the most. Now, he was publicly rejected by a young man with a useless martial spirit and lost all face.
"Do you know what you're saying? A useless martial soul has limited potential from birth. Without a master to guide you, you'll only ever be a Great Soul Master at best! Do you know you'll regret missing out on me for the rest of your life!"
Lin Chen raised the corners of his mouth slightly, revealing a faint smile.
regret?
He will only make the entire Douluo Continent regret that they underestimated him today.
Whether my martial soul is a useless martial soul or not, only time will tell. As for the master's good intentions, I appreciate them.
After saying that, he ignored Yu Xiaogang's ugly expression and Tang San's astonishment, and walked straight into the academy.
Just then.
A clear and melodious voice rang out.
"Hey! You're Tang San from Holy Soul Village? I heard you have innate full soul power? Dare to fight me!"
A petite red figure skipped and hopped over, her hair styled in a cute braid, her eyes sparkling, and her whole being exuding an untamed wildness.
It was Xiao Wu, who had just arrived at the academy.
According to the original trajectory, she would have gone directly to Tang San, the two would have had a big fight, and they would have become friends after the fight, eventually becoming like brother and sister and sharing a bed.
But how could Lin Chen let all of this happen as usual?
Just as Xiao Wu was about to rush towards Tang San, Lin Chen moved his feet and his figure flashed like a ghost, directly blocking the two of them.
In an instant, Xiao Wu bumped into Lin Chen.
"Who are you? How dare you block my way?" Xiao Wu glared with her round eyes, looking displeased.
Lin Chen looked down at the future Soft Bone Douluo in front of him and said in a calm tone, "If you want to fight, come to me."
"You?" Xiao Wu looked him up and down, then curled her lip. "I've heard that you're the guy with the three useless martial souls, and your innate soul power is only level three. You think you're worthy of fighting me?"
Whether they're a good match or not, we'll know after the fight.
Lin Chen spoke calmly, but he exuded a subtle sense of pressure that made Xiao Wu pause slightly.
That wasn't soul power, but rather the profound internal energy condensed from the Northern Darkness Divine Art, and the fierce aura cultivated from the Tang Sect's unique skills.
Xiao Wu was naturally competitive, and this provocation immediately ignited her anger: "Fine, let's fight! Who's afraid of who! But you're not allowed to cry if you lose!"
"Make your move."
Lin Chen stood still, motionless.
The surrounding students immediately swarmed around, all of them extremely excited.
"Look! Xiao Wu is about to fight that useless martial soul!"
"This is going to be interesting, Xiao Wu is a second-ring Great Soul Master!"
Yu Xiaogang and Tang San also stopped and frowned as they looked at the scene.
Tang San couldn't help but speak up: "Lin Chen, Xiao Wu is a one-ring Soul Master. You're no match for her. Just admit defeat!"
Yu Xiaogang said coldly, "Arrogant and conceited! You dare to provoke a Soul Master with only Level 3 Soul Power? Don't regret it later when you suffer the consequences!"
Lin Chen acted as if he hadn't heard.
He had cultivated the Northern Darkness Divine Art since childhood, and his physical body had long been tempered to be far superior to that of ordinary people. In addition, with the Vajra Indestructible Body, Lingbo Steps, and Ghost Shadow Misty Traces, let alone a Xiao Wu who had not exerted her full strength, he could even hold his own against a true Soul Venerable.
Seeing his arrogance, Xiao Wu immediately stopped being polite. With a swift movement, she unleashed the Soft Bone Lock, her slender figure coiling around Lin Chen like a serpent!
This skill, fast, accurate, and ruthless, is the essence of the Soft Bone Rabbit Martial Soul!
The onlookers all thought Lin Chen was bound to lose.
However--
Just as Xiao Wu was about to entangle with him, Lin Chen subtly shifted his footsteps.
Lingbo Weibu!
Her figure moved like a willow catkin in the wind, nimbly dodging Xiao Wu's Soft Bone Lock.
This step was incredibly subtle; it seemed slow, yet it was extremely fast, causing Xiao Wu to miss her target entirely.
"Huh?"
A hint of surprise flashed in Xiao Wu's eyes.
She could sense that the other person's footsteps were even more unpredictable and exquisite than her Soft Bone Rabbit Body Technique!
"Again!"
Xiao Wu was not convinced and pounced on him again.
The soft-boned fighting techniques continued unabated, with figures flying about.
Lin Chen kept his feet light and steady, his Lingbo Weibu technique at its peak, as if there was an invisible barrier around him. No matter how Xiao Wu attacked, she couldn't even touch the hem of his clothes.
What frustrated Xiao Wu even more was that she clearly felt that the opponent was right in front of her, but every time she attacked, it was as if she hit empty air.
A moment later.
Xiao Wu was already panting heavily and drenched in sweat, but she hadn't even touched Lin Chen.
"I'm not fighting anymore!" Xiao Wu stood with her hands on her hips, glaring angrily at Lin Chen. "You cheated! All you do is hide!"
Lin Chen stopped and smiled faintly: "A win is a win."
Xiao Wu snorted, but she had to admit that the seemingly unremarkable boy in front of her had terrifying agility.
"You're something else! My name is Xiao Wu, the 'Wu' in 'dancing'!"
"Lin Chen".
After exchanging names, the two inexplicably felt a sense of mutual appreciation.
Tang San, who was standing to the side, was stunned.
Xiao Wu, who should have become friends with him after a fight, is now getting along very well with Lin Chen.
Yu Xiaogang's face turned even uglier. He had wanted to see Lin Chen suffer a loss and beg for mercy, but he never expected that the other party would actually outwit a second-ring Great Soul Master with his strange movement techniques.
What secrets does this young man hold?
evening.
College dormitory.
The beds in the seven dormitories were simple.
Xiao Wu swaggered in, immediately spotting an empty bed by the window. She then looked at Lin Chen and declared confidently, "Lin Chen, I lost the fight to you today, so I want this bed! And... I want to sleep in the same bed as you!"
Upon hearing this, the dormitory fell into an instant silence.
All eyes were on Lin Chen.
Tang San was even more astonished.
According to the original plan, this sentence should have been said to him.
Lin Chen looked at Xiao Wu, who had a matter-of-fact expression on her face, and a slight smile appeared on his lips.
He stepped forward and nodded slightly.
"Can."
From this day forward...
He will rewrite the trajectory of Douluo Continent.
Tang San has the Tang Sect's Mysterious Heaven Skill, guidance from a master, and the companionship of Xiao Wu.
Lin Chen, on the other hand, possesses the Northern Darkness Divine Art, three martial souls, three soul cores, the opportunities of the entire Douluo Continent, and even more—
Xiao Wu.
So what if my martial spirit is useless?
He will still dominate for generations!
(End of chapter)