Hidden Moon Demon Cat

Wu Tong naturally saw it too and smiled. "Everyone, don't be anxious. I'll tell you about my situation right now."

"This time, my target Spirit Beast for my Spirit Ring hunt was the Mind's Eye Golden Fox. In many people's eyes, this Spirit Beast might not seem special, but to me, the Mind's Eye Golden Fox had a trait that could complement my Martial Soul. In the Soul Beast Compendium, there was a story recorded about the Mind's Eye Golden Fox, and from it, I found that trait of the Mind's Eye Golden Fox: its memory was exceptionally strong.

Everyone on the Douluo Continent knew that Spirit Beasts would not possess Spiritual Intelligence before reaching ten thousand years. Yet the Mind's Eye Golden Fox in the story, when it was only at the thousand-year level, remembered the Spirit Master who had harmed it. Even after ten years, it had not forgotten, and it nearly succeeded in taking revenge. That showed just how powerful the Mind's Eye Golden Fox's memory was."

At this point, Wu Tong heard Liu Feiyan quip, "Isn't that just being petty?"

He broke into a sweat, but Wu Tong paid her no mind and continued without stopping.

"The trait of a strong memory can absolutely serve as one piece of the puzzle for the Wisdom trait of the Brain Martial Soul. After all, every wise person has a powerful memory. The other pieces include divergent thinking, extraordinary comprehension... Once all the pieces are complete, my Martial Soul should be able to use the power of these pieces to complete its evolution."

"After obtaining the Mind's Eye Golden Fox's Spirit Ring, my memory was strengthened. I can now remember anything I see at a glance. Even without activating my Martial Soul, I still have this ability. This is the strengthening brought about by the compatibility between the Spirit Ring and the Martial Soul's traits."

"Also, when we talk about foxes, the first thing we think of is cunning. From this, we can also see that foxes possess the trait of Wisdom. So after obtaining the Spirit Ring, because it complemented and was compatible with my Martial Soul, my Martial Soul also underwent a certain degree of enhancement. As long as I keep going in this direction, complete the puzzle, and supplement and strengthen my Martial Soul's traits, I can carry out a second awakening of my Martial Soul—in other words, the evolution of my Martial Soul."

"So, Sister Mu Lan's Spirit Ring choice should be a Spirit Beast that can form a complementary relationship with her Martial Soul or strengthen the traits of her Martial Soul. It can't be chosen casually."

After Wu Tong finished speaking, he stopped, took a sip of tea, and moistened his throat.

Everyone was so shocked by Wu Tong's words that they could not speak. After all, they had never heard of Martial Soul evolution before, let alone having a successful example that had already taken the first step placed right in front of them.

But after the shock came wild joy. After all, this was a tremendous opportunity. As long as they could seize it, soaring to the top would not be a problem. They might even have a chance to become legendary figures like Titled Douluo.

"I, Wu Tu, swear upon my Martial Soul that I will never inform anyone of what happened today in any way. If I break this oath, may my Martial Soul shatter and my cultivation never advance another inch."

Just as everyone was rejoicing, Wu Tu, beyond his joy, stood before Wu Tong, raised his left hand beside his ear, pointed four fingers toward the sky, and swore solemnly.

And it was an oath upon his Martial Soul. To Douluo People, a Martial Soul held the same meaning Mazu held for fishermen. One could imagine just how solemn Wu Tu's oath was.

And while Wu Tong was still stunned, the others also followed Wu Tu and made the same oath.

Only after everyone had sworn did Wu Tu explain to Wu Tong, "Little Brother Wu Tong, today we owe you a favor. We learned the secret of Martial Soul evolution. Although I don't know whether you don't care, or whether you need us to do something.

But since this theory has already been proven feasible, then we who know about it also need to make our stance clear. This is a matter of principle. Don't worry, Little Brother Wu Tong. From now on, if there is anything I can help with, I will go through fire and water without hesitation."

Wu Tu solemnly patted his chest, looking bold and righteous.

"There's no need, Uncle Wu Tu. At present, I'm the only one who has succeeded with this theory. It hasn't been verified yet. What if I'm just a little special?"

Wu Tong said somewhat shyly, but a sharp gleam flashed through the depths of his eyes.

It worked. Martial Soul Evolution Theory really can arouse their interest. For the next Spirit Ring hunt, as long as Sister Mu Lan's Martial Soul makes some progress, then my relationship with the team will be able to take another step closer.

Not only will I no longer need to worry about my upcoming Spirit Rings, my safety will also be guaranteed for the time being. And I'll be able to provide some data for the publication of the theory...

I just didn't expect that without me taking the initiative to mention it, they would deliver themselves to my door.

But this is fine too. Otherwise, if I had spoken up myself, the relationship would definitely have become somewhat stiff.

Of course, Wu Tong had not released this theory at random. First of all, his Martial Soul had indeed improved, so he could confirm that Martial Soul Evolution Theory truly was effective.

Releasing the news was for the sake of building a good relationship with everyone. Once it succeeded, not only would he not need to worry about his Spirit Rings before level thirty or his own safety, but if more people succeeded, then when he published the theory in the future, he could explain the correctness of this theory more vividly.

As for why he had not told them, first, Wu Tong intended to test everyone's character. If they failed the test, then this would be a one-time deal. If they passed, it would show that Wu Tu and the others had decent character, and he could associate with them more deeply.

Second, this was originally a win-win matter. Whether he told them the truth or not was actually not that important. After all, Wu Tu and the others could also obtain tangible benefits.

"Don't worry, Little Brother Wu Tong. Since you have already succeeded, that means this theory is feasible. We trust your judgment."

Wu Tu said carelessly, then asked with some curiosity.

"Since you said the Spirit Beasts we planned for won't work, then you must already have an idea. What Spirit Beast did you plan for Mu Lan?"

"The middle region of the Star Dou Great Forest, Messenger of the Moon, Hidden Moon Demon Cat."

A ray of sharp light flashed through Wu Tong's eyes, and his tone was firm and decisive.

"The Soul Beast Appreciation Chronicles once mentioned that the Hidden Moon Demon Cat has a slender body and an elegant bearing. Its fur is as deep as the night sky, dotted with silver stripes, as if moonlight has fallen upon it. Its eyes are especially distinctive, showing a faint silver-blue color, like two miniature bright moons, able to emit a soft and mysterious light. It is said that this Spirit Beast is the messenger of the moon.

At night or under moonlight, the Hidden Moon Demon Cat's figure can almost merge with its surroundings, making it difficult to detect. It dislikes sunlight and mostly appears in the shadowy parts of the middle region of the Star Dou Great Forest."

"The reason I chose the Hidden Moon Demon Cat is that, like Sister Mu Lan's mutated Martial Soul, it possesses the ability to absorb moonlight for cultivation. This falls under having the same trait. After absorbing the Hidden Moon Demon Cat's Spirit Ring, it can strengthen Sister Mu Lan's Moon Rhythm Radiance Lyre Martial Soul and make her ability to absorb moonlight for cultivation even stronger.

Moreover, the Hidden Moon Demon Cat has the ability to turn invisible. It may grant a Spirit Ring with this Soul Skill, providing everyone with a concealment effect and even erasing form and aura. In the future, everyone will be safer when hunting Spirit Beasts.

Also, I saw that most of the Spirit Beasts everyone chose were agility-attack type Spirit Beasts, which means you intended for Sister Mu Lan to obtain a Soul Skill that boosts speed. The Hidden Moon Demon Cat is likewise an agility-attack type Spirit Beast, so there is also a chance of obtaining a speed-boosting Soul Skill. In that case, no matter what, it won't be a loss."

After Wu Tong finished speaking, everyone thought it over for a while as well and felt there was no problem. Thus, they decided to follow Wu Tong's suggestion.

"Haha, we really have to thank Little Brother Wu Tong this time. Otherwise, we might have casually chosen a Spirit Beast, continued consuming our own potential, and ended up stopping here forever in terms of achievement."

"Uncle Wu Tu, you're too polite. I originally planned to organize this theory properly and publish it at Spirit Hall. I only brought it up this time to see whether it could actually work or not," Wu Tong said with a modest smile, not concealing his true intention in the slightest.

"No matter what, you still helped us a great deal. If you weren't too weak right now, maybe you could have gone with us this time..."

Wu Tu naturally understood that this was probably Wu Tong's purpose.

But no matter what purpose Wu Tong had, Wu Tong had indeed already succeeded in taking the first step. That meant this plan was not wrong. Besides, the Hidden Moon Demon Cat was indeed suitable for Mu Lan, and the benefits they received were real.

As Wu Tu went on and on, Wu Tong felt speechless inside.

Go together? Go for what, to die? With my level-thirteen physique, I'd probably get slapped into Wu Tong paste by some random Spirit Beast the moment I went over there! (_)

After the conversation ended, Wu Tong declined Wu Tu's invitation to join the team and returned to the Academy.