A Lesson for the Young Master

"If you like it, I can get some for you again later."

After a pause, Du Cheng added:

"But Master is treating us today, after all. We can't reject his kindness, so let's properly sample the cafeteria food."

"Mm-hmm."

Thanks to her excellent ability to talk herself into things, Xiao Wu naturally did not object to Du Cheng's words.

Ignoring Tang San and Master beside them, the two immediately began moving quickly.

For this meal, Du Cheng did not care in the slightest whether the food tasted good. Even when choosing dishes, he followed only one rule—small portions, high prices, and terrible value for money!

At first, Xiao Wu had not caught on, but she quickly fell into step with Du Cheng.

As a result, Master and Tang San's faces grew darker and darker:

You little bastard, do you really not know how to spell the word "polite"?

"Little San, how about I take you to obtain your First Soul Ring in a couple of days?"

Master suddenly spoke as his gaze fell on Tang San.

"A Soul Master's strength mainly comes from the Soul Rings they acquire. With your talent, as long as you find a suitable Soul Ring, defeating Du Cheng will be effortless."

"Really?"

The moment Master spoke, Tang San could not help revealing an excited expression.

In Tang San's eyes, Xiao Wu had become so close to Du Cheng because he had lost to him in their earlier match.

In that case, as long as he could defeat Du Cheng, Xiao Wu would naturally become close to him as well.

"Of course."

Master nodded, looking rather proud.

"Even with only one Soul Ring, the gap between a Soul Master and a Soul Scholar is like a chasm."

After a pause, Master quickly added:

"With my help, you will certainly obtain the Soul Ring best suited to you."

With Dual Martial Souls and Innate Full Soul Power, Tang San could actually obtain his First Soul Ring at any time.

According to Master's original plan, he had wanted Tang San to study under him for a while before helping him obtain his First Soul Ring. Only that way could Tang San understand how important he was.

But after what had happened today, Master changed his mind.

Master knew very well that Douluo Continent was ultimately a world where the strong were revered. Even though he had proposed the theory of the Ten Core Competencies, most people still saw him as a clown.

If he wanted to truly be accepted by the majority, he had to find a way to prove himself.

Without a doubt, Tang San was the best tool he could find.

That was precisely why Tang San had to be outstanding enough. Not only did he have to become an unparalleled powerhouse, he also had to remain undefeated.

At least in Master's view, Tang San had to defeat Du Cheng as quickly as possible and thoroughly establish his reputation as a genius.

"Thank you, Teacher."

Tang San naturally knew nothing about Master's thoughts.

But that did not matter. In his view, as long as he could grow stronger, everything else was irrelevant.

"Teacher, when can we set out?"

Tang San looked at Master, undisguised anticipation filling his eyes.

Although it had not happened yet, he could already picture Xiao Wu throwing herself into his arms after he defeated Du Cheng.

And Wang Sheng's group of fence-sitters—he would definitely teach them a proper lesson then!

"No rush."

Master shook his head, his expression extremely serious.

"Capturing a Soul Beast requires thorough preparation. We can only depart in two days."

Master might have boasted extravagantly before Tang San, but he knew his own situation best.

Due to the flaws in his Martial Soul, not only was he only level twenty-nine, he also lacked any truly offensive skills.

With that kind of strength, if he entered Douluo Forest unprepared, he might carelessly end up as some Soul Beast's meal.

"I understand."

Hearing that he still had to wait two days, a trace of displeasure flashed through Tang San's eyes.

Unfortunately, he had to rely on Master for now, so even he could only obediently listen.

Burp~

As Master and Tang San finished talking, Du Cheng ran over from not far away, burping loudly.

Rubbing his slightly bulging stomach, Du Cheng raised the food container in his hand toward Master.

"I accidentally bought a little too much. Master doesn't mind, right?"

"Of course."

The two words were practically squeezed out through Master's clenched teeth. He even felt his smile beginning to crack.

If he had not seen wrong, the thing that bastard was carrying was an Earth Tyrant Bear's paw, right?

That thing cost several dozen Silver Soul Coins!

"Haha, I knew Master was a generous man."

Du Cheng flashed Master another smile, then pulled Xiao Wu away.

"Thank you for the meal, Master. If there's another chance, I'll let you treat us again."

Grit, grit~

"Little San, there's no need to be angry."

Master's voice sounded as he stared at Du Cheng's departing back.

"Once you obtain your First Soul Ring, surpassing him will be effortless."

Grit, grit~

"Thank you for the reminder, Teacher."

Tang San nodded, giving Master a strange look.

Your words make sense, but grinding your teeth while talking really does not make you very convincing!

"Alright, go back first."

Although he tried hard to comfort himself, Master's heart still ached whenever he thought of the money he had lost.

Du Cheng, you're not human!

"Cheng Ge, thank you so much for today."

"Yeah, yeah! This is the first time in my life I've eaten something this good."

"What's so special about that? I even feel like my Soul Power has increased quite a bit."

When Tang San returned to the dormitory, he happened to hear Wang Sheng and the others praising Du Cheng.

"Hmph!"

Tang San snorted coldly and returned directly to his spot.

Master paid for the food you ate, you bunch of idiots. You don't even know who you should really thank.

"Third Brother, we still have to clean the eastern courtyard today. Now that you're back, let's go together."

Tang San had already been in a bad mood, and Wang Sheng's words only made it worse.

For a moment, he even felt some resentment toward Master.

Since he holds such a high position at Notting Academy, couldn't he help exempt me from these chores?

"Why don't they have to go?"

Tang San glanced at Du Cheng and Xiao Wu, who were sitting by the bed and whispering to each other, his anger growing even stronger.

Bastards, once I obtain my First Soul Ring, I'll definitely make you understand what regret means.

"You mean Cheng Ge and Sister Xiao Wu?"

Wang Sheng glanced at Tang San, his expression calm.

"They need to practice Ugly Ghost Eighteen Throws. They don't have time for chores."