Control over Fire

A flash of joy passed through Quan Yi's eyes.

That was right—at this moment, Quan Yi was imitating Huo Wu's First Soul Skill.

As a Top-Grade Fire-Attribute Martial Soul with the ability to control fire, the Blazing Sun Gauntlets made kneading a fireball by hand and launching it an extremely simple matter.

Quan Yi did not understand the principles behind Huo Wu's First Soul Skill, but that did not stop him from imitating it in his own way.

He condensed the power of the flames, then used that same fiery power to propel it, making Quan Yi's Flame Bullet even faster than the stones he threw by hand.

Its power still could not match the explosion of Rhino's Mark. Even so, it was fully comparable to Huo Wu's First Soul Skill.

And its consumption of Soul Power was not large either—roughly around half that of Rhino's Mark.

Of course, that was only for now. Quan Yi's control over flames could only reach this level at present.

Compressing flames was a major challenge to Quan Yi's control.

His experience practicing Gang and Jian had given Quan Yi no shallow attainments in controlling Soul Power.

That experience also helped Quan Yi greatly in controlling flames, which was why he had been able to imitate it successfully on his first try.

However, flames were ultimately a more unstable and more dangerous form of energy.

The amount of flame Quan Yi could control steadily was limited.

If Quan Yi poured in more Soul Power, the compressed fireball would explode directly out of control.

Quan Yi had previously had the idea of controlling and using flames.

Now, Quan Yi had found a method of training: continuously create larger fireballs, then compress and fire them.

Through these methods, he would continuously increase his control over flames.

Quan Yi's defining trait was that the moment he thought of something, he did it.

He immediately began training his control over fire.

However, a sudden wave of fatigue swept through his entire body. Quan Yi's Soul Power was already nearly exhausted.

"I made too many Hand Grenades at noon."

For the noon battle, Quan Yi's Soul Power had already been almost used up.

Although it was somewhat disappointing, Quan Yi had no choice.

Quan Yi sat cross-legged and entered a state of Meditation.

Meanwhile, at the Principal's Office.

After finishing Combat Training, Bai Yan arrived at the Principal's Office.

"Knock, knock."

"Come in."

Bai Yan pushed the door open and entered.

"Hello, Principal."

Bai Yan saw Xue Yuan bent over his desk at work, but after Xue Yuan met Bai Yan's eyes, he immediately stopped what he was doing and rose to greet her.

"Oh, it's Junior Bai. Quickly, come in."

Xue Yuan welcomed Bai Yan's arrival and stood up to receive her.

Bai Yan did not stand on ceremony either and sat down directly.

The two of them looked very familiar with each other.

That was because, like Xue Yuan, Bai Yan had also graduated from Blazing Fire Academy. The two had known each other for a long time.

"Principal, I just finished Combat Training with Quan Yi and Huo Wu."

Bai Yan got straight to the point and stated the subject directly.

Xue Yuan's expression immediately turned serious, and his tone became somewhat urgent.

"How did it go?"

The cultivation of Quan Yi and Huo Wu was already one of the academy's major tasks. Principal Xue naturally attached great importance to the result.

The expression on Bai Yan's face suddenly eased, and the corners of her mouth lifted slightly.

"Mm. Much better than expected."

Xue Yuan knew very well that Bai Yan was an extremely serious and responsible teacher. Moreover, Bai Yan spoke directly and never beat around the bush. Her words were highly credible.

"Phew... Then I can rest easy. Tell me the details."

Xue Yuan let out a long breath, but his curiosity was quickly stirred as well.

For the serious and responsible Bai Yan to reveal such a bright expression meant that Bai Yan was very satisfied with Quan Yi and Huo Wu's performance. This also made Xue Yuan urgently want to know the specifics.

Bai Yan did not keep him in suspense and recounted the entire battle to Xue Yuan.

Bai Yan was worthy of being the homeroom teacher of the Talent Class. Through Bai Yan's narration, Xue Yuan felt as though he were there in person.

"This is far, far beyond what I imagined."

After Xue Yuan finished listening to Bai Yan's account, he was both shocked and delighted. If the person telling him had not been Bai Yan, Xue Yuan definitely would not have believed it.

Because what Bai Yan described was, in the imagination of ordinary people, nothing short of a fantasy tale.

Quan Yi's performance in particular made Xue Yuan think of the Clear Sky Douluo, who had risen to fame across the continent a few years earlier.

As the youngest Titled Douluo on the continent, Clear Sky Douluo was the idol of many young Spirit Masters.

And now, Quan Yi had the possibility of replacing Clear Sky Douluo and becoming the new youngest Titled Douluo on the continent.

Xue Yuan leaned back, resting against the chair. He wanted to properly ease the complicated emotions in his heart.

Bai Yan did not disturb him either, merely waiting quietly.

After a while, Xue Yuan calmed himself.

"Junior, I'd like to hear your assessment. Since you've come into close contact with those two, your impressions must be deeper than mine."

"They are both children with boundless futures." After thinking it over, Bai Yan spoke cautiously. "Quan Yi, whether in terms of his own strength or his Soul Skills, is at the pinnacle of the continent. More than that, Quan Yi has a steady temperament. He isn't impatient, and he has both courage and strategy, the bearing of a great commander. He can't be treated like an ordinary child."

"Although Huo Wu's talent can't compare to Quan Yi's, she is still among the very best. Her personality is straightforward, but she can also easily go to extremes. Her explosive power is strong, but she often lacks endurance afterward. However, Huo Wu is very fortunate. She met Quan Yi, who surpasses her in every aspect, and that will definitely be a good thing for her future development."

The scene of Quan Yi embracing Huo Wu flashed through Bai Yan's mind, and a knowing smile appeared on her face.

"Mm, it seems you rate them very highly. However, your teaching burden will become even heavier. Do you have any plans?"

Xue Yuan was somewhat worried that Bai Yan would be unable to withstand the pressure. After all, Bai Yan had to face two supreme geniuses, and that was a heavy burden for any teacher.

"I intend to maintain the current teaching plan. We'll keep one session of Combat Training every day."

Bai Yan appeared very composed, and moreover, calm and steady.

"May I hear your reasoning?"

Xue Yuan was surprised by Bai Yan's decision. In his expectations, Bai Yan should have added some courses, but he had not expected Bai Yan to have no such plans.

"Principal, their main task right now isn't fighting, but cultivation. This is a period of rapid growth in Soul Power. Too many arrangements will only affect their growth. It would be pulling up seedlings to help them grow."

Bai Yan calmly explained her thoughts to Xue Yuan.

Xue Yuan lowered his head thoughtfully.

Indeed, what mattered most for a Spirit Master was still the growth of Soul Power. Xue Yuan felt that he had been dazzled by the title of genius and had forgotten the most basic principle.

"You're right. I was a little too impatient. From now on, regarding the teaching arrangements for Quan Yi and Huo Wu, you may handle them with full authority. I trust your ability."

Bai Yan's performance completely put Xue Yuan at ease, and Xue Yuan also decided to trust Bai Yan.

"I'll leave it to you from here on."

Hearing Xue Yuan's charge, Bai Yan immediately stood up from her seat and answered solemnly, "Principal, please rest assured. I won't let you down."