Master: People Are Built Differently

After he finished speaking, without waiting for Master to ask, Tang San simply told him everything that had happened since returning from Douluo Forest.

When he heard that the first thing Tang San had done after returning was seek revenge on Du Cheng, a trace of displeasure flashed through Master's eyes.

However, his attention was quickly drawn away by Tang San's subsequent account.

"You're saying that Du Cheng released his Soul Ring, and there was only one—and it was purple?"

His gaze landing on Tang San, Master repeated the information he had just heard.

"That's right."

After being questioned several times, Tang San was already growing impatient.

Without waiting for Master to speak, Tang San repeated his question again:

"Teacher, didn't you say that an ordinary soul master's First Soul Ring could only be around four hundred years old?"

"Under normal circumstances, that is indeed the case."

Hearing the dissatisfaction in Tang San's voice, Master grew anxious:

Tang San was the ideal candidate he had chosen to help clear his name. How could he start doubting him over something like this?

As his thoughts raced, Master quickly began explaining:

"However, nothing in this world is ever absolute. Soul Rings naturally have their exceptions as well."

"Exceptions?"

Tang San raised a brow and looked at Master.

"Teacher, are you saying that some people really can obtain Soul Rings beyond the usual age limit?"

Tang San's tone grew increasingly dissatisfied as he spoke:

If such a method exists, why didn't you teach it to me sooner?

If I could obtain a Thousand-Year Soul Ring too, how could I have lost to someone like Du Cheng?

"That's right."

Master nodded calmly, as though he had not heard Tang San's displeasure.

"As far as I know, there are two methods that can help a soul master obtain a Soul Ring beyond the age limit."

"Please enlighten me, Teacher."

"The first is to receive a soul beast's voluntary sacrifice."

His gaze fell on Tang San as Du Cheng continued speaking:

"As long as a soul beast is willing to voluntarily become your Soul Ring, then in theory, even your First Soul Ring could reach a million years!"

"However, generally speaking, only soul beasts over ten thousand years old possess intelligence, and voluntary sacrifice means giving up one's life. Almost no soul beast would be willing to do such a thing."

"As for the second method, it is obtaining Spirit Medicine capable of strengthening the body."

"The reason soul masters cannot absorb overly powerful Soul Rings is because their bodies cannot withstand such immense power."

"By the same logic, as long as one possesses a sufficiently powerful body, one can naturally withstand even more powerful Soul Rings."

At this point, Master looked at Tang San again.

"Since Du Cheng could withstand a Thousand-Year Soul Ring, he must have consumed Spirit Medicine capable of strengthening the body."

Grind, grind...

The moment Master finished speaking, the sound of teeth grinding immediately echoed throughout the room.

Why? Why the hell?

Tang San had lost count of how many times he had roared this in his heart, but he was truly furious!

They were clearly both human. Why was Du Cheng better-looking than him, wealthier than him, more popular with girls than him, and even able to consume Spirit Medicine that strengthened his body...

"Teacher, does this mean I'll always be kept beneath Du Cheng?"

"Of course not."

Hearing Tang San's words, the corners of Master's lips curled upward slightly.

That's right, this is exactly how it should be!

The more Tang San asked, the more he could demonstrate his abilities.

Over time, Master believed that he would surely become someone Tang San could rely on.

Of course, helping Tang San regain his confidence was Master's most important task at the moment.

After glancing at Tang San, Master continued speaking.

"Even Spirit Medicine has limits to its effects."

"By my estimation, Du Cheng's physical advantage will completely disappear by the Third Soul Ring at the latest."

"Besides..."

After pausing to take a deep breath, Master smiled.

"Don't forget, you possess the advantages of Innate Full Soul Power and Dual Martial Soul."

"Whether in terms of your future potential or the speed at which you cultivate Soul Power, Du Cheng can never compare to you."

"As long as you cultivate diligently according to the methods I devise, surpassing him will be effortless."

"Thank you for the reminder, Teacher."

As soon as Master finished speaking, Tang San respectfully bowed to him.

"Tang San was disrespectful just now. Please forgive me, Teacher."

Having learned the secret behind Du Cheng's Thousand-Year Soul Ring, Tang San's resentment toward Master had lessened.

After all, even knowing these things, he still had no way to accomplish them himself.

"It's fine."

Hearing Tang San's apology, Master revealed a faint smile.

"As your teacher, it is my duty to answer your questions. As for being disrespectful—if young people aren't impulsive, should they wait until they're my age to be impulsive?"

In order to draw closer to Tang San, Master even made a modest joke.

"Since Du Cheng took your bracelet, I'll give you this instead."

Master removed a green ring from his finger and held it out to Tang San, a trace of pain flashing through his eyes.

"This ring is called the Green Dragon's Eye. It has a full twenty cubic meters of storage space."

"From now on, you..."

"Thank you, Teacher."

Before Master could finish, delight had already appeared on Tang San's face.

"Rest assured, Teacher. Once I become strong, I will definitely prove to everyone that your theories are correct!"

After losing Moonlit Star Tower to Du Cheng, he had worried that his strength would decline. But with this ring, his strength had returned once more.

"Since we are teacher and student, why be so polite with me?"

Hearing Tang San's words, Master felt as though the loss did not hurt quite so much anymore.

This is merely an early investment. With Tang San's talent, the returns will come sooner or later.

"I feel rather tired, so I'm afraid I'll need to rest for a while longer."

After glancing at Tang San, Master continued.

"The ring contains notes I organized, as well as some Gold Soul Coins. For the next few days, study the knowledge inside on your own."

"Rest assured, Teacher. I will study diligently."

Upon hearing that there were Gold Soul Coins in the ring, the smile on Tang San's face grew even brighter.

Looking at it from another angle, not only did I not lose out this time—I even made a small profit?

Of course, Tang San would never say such a thing aloud.

After expressing concern for Master a few more times, Tang San finally left with light steps.

Du Cheng, enjoy your arrogance for two more days!

Naturally, Du Cheng knew nothing about Tang San's experience.

However, when he saw that guy return with a conspicuous ring and a smug expression, Du Cheng could not help sighing inwardly:

Master really was a fat sheep that could never be fleeced bare!