Learning

Oscar had thought about it before. Ma Hongjun in the original story had been far too indulged. Even Flender, as his teacher, had never properly disciplined him. It was baffling that no one cared when he was going to brothels at Twelve Years Old.

And judging by the original description, Ma Hongjun had probably started visiting brothels even before he was Twelve Years Old. People on the Douluo Continent matured early, sure, but this was still far too early.

Oscar felt that this indulgent style of education was simply wasting Ma Hongjun's talent. Though Ma Hongjun's spirit had its flaws, there were ways to remedy them.

Besides, Ma Hongjun's Soul Power Level was still low, so the harmful effects of Evil Fire had not even begun to show. Even if it flared up, he could suppress it in the early stages by tempering his body or cultivating directly in a river.

It could also hone his willpower. If used properly, it would absolutely be a cultivation aid.

Later on, if he could find an Ice Attribute Spirit Master to work with, the Evil Fire would not be a problem at all. The problem was that Flender and the others seemingly had never considered finding a solution and instead left Ma Hongjun to deal with it himself.

In this life, Oscar naturally could not let Ma Hongjun continue wasting away like this. Ma Hongjun's talent was truly not low. As long as the Evil Fire issue was resolved, he would still be someone worth cultivating.

Moreover, there was an Immortal Herb at the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well that could resolve Ma Hongjun's Evil Fire problem. Even if Oscar could not obtain it himself, Tang San would come to Shrek Academy sooner or later if he stayed there.

With that in mind, Oscar felt it was necessary to teach Ma Hongjun properly. Not now, though. The boy had only just arrived at the academy, so he could wait a few days.

After helping Ma Hongjun settle his room, Oscar went to train with Zhao Wuji. Training under Gravity Suppression had already become an indispensable part of his daily cultivation. After all, becoming stronger did not happen overnight; it required steady accumulation over time.

Oscar also understood how important Physical Fitness was to a Spirit Master. Before absorbing a Ten Thousand Year Spirit Ring, the limit of how strong a spirit ring a Spirit Master could absorb was basically determined by their Physical Fitness. The so-called spirit ring limit existed only in theory.

Oscar had undergone Soul Transmigration when he Awakened Spirit. At the time, his Physical Fitness could no longer be improved significantly in a short period, so his First Spirit Ring had only been four hundred and thirty years old.

But things were different now. Over the past two years, Oscar had never missed a day of training, and he had refined his Physical Fitness to the utmost. All for the sake of absorbing spirit rings beyond his level.

That way, when he obtained his Second Spirit Ring, he could absorb one with a higher cultivation age and infinitely magnify his talent and potential.

By the time he finished training with Zhao Wuji, it was already afternoon. Ma Hongjun had also familiarized himself with the academy and was following Flender to the Cafeteria for a meal.

"Xiao Ao, your perseverance is the best among all the students I've ever seen. Hongjun, you should learn more from Xiao Ao," Flender said to Ma Hongjun when he saw Oscar enter the Cafeteria.

"I like hearing that, Dean. Leave this kid to me from now on. I guarantee I'll guide him well," Oscar chimed in.

"Teacher Shao, a bowl of braised pork!" After speaking with Flender, Oscar called out to the busy Shao Xin.

"Coming right up. I had it prepared for you already." Shao Xin smiled as he brought over a bowl of fragrant braised pork. His plump, round face looked especially amiable.

"Thank you, Teacher Shao," Oscar said as he accepted the braised pork.

Ma Hongjun stared at Oscar's huge bowl of braised pork, his mouth watering, but he was too embarrassed to ask for any.

Seeing the look on Ma Hongjun's face, Oscar smiled and shared some with him. "This is how good students are treated. Teacher Shao likes studious students the most. As long as you study seriously, Teacher Shao will make you whatever delicious food you want."

Flender held back a laugh at the side. This kid really knows how to fool people. And it was a lie that benefited his newly accepted disciple, so Flender did not expose him.

Still, it was true enough. Shao Xin specially tailored Oscar's Meals, and sometimes even gave him extra food.

Furthermore, because of Oscar's extraordinary talent, Flender, Zhao Wuji, and the others would catch him a soul beast at least a hundred years old every week as an extra meal, greatly helping Oscar build a better foundation.

"Really?" Ma Hongjun asked as he ate the meat.

After the meal, Oscar took a walk alone around the academy. The two hours in the afternoon were his only leisure time, since cultivation also required a balance between work and rest.

At that moment, Ma Hongjun popped out from who knew where and followed behind Oscar.

Ma Hongjun was only six years old, after all, and still had the temperament of a child. Oscar was the only one his age in the entire academy, so naturally he wanted to get closer to him, even though they had only met today.

"Brother Ao, what are you doing?" Ma Hongjun came over and asked.

"Taking a walk. Walk after a meal, and you'll live to ninety-nine," Oscar replied.

"Uh..." Ma Hongjun's forehead filled with black lines. Isn't that something old men in the Village do?

"Hongjun, get some good rest today. Starting tomorrow, you'll train with me." Oscar patted Ma Hongjun on the shoulder.

"Mm... okay." Ma Hongjun hesitated for a moment before replying.

At night, Oscar could already replace sleep with cultivation. This was also one reason his Soul Power increased so quickly.

Next door, Ma Hongjun tossed and turned in his small bed. It was his first day at the academy, and so many things felt new to him. Besides, this Senior Student of his was no ordinary person, but a genius with Innate Full Soul Power.

He had confirmed it now. He had asked his teacher, Flender, personally.

The next day, Oscar got up early to exercise. First came ten kilometers of Weighted Cross-Country, followed by several sets of the Dragon Pattern Cudgel Technique. Li Yusong had taught him this technique. Though it was not particularly powerful, it was enough for fighting enemies and protecting himself for now.

Ma Hongjun, meanwhile, slept until late in the morning. He had been too excited to sleep the night before, and once he finally fell asleep, it was hard to wake him. Since it was his first day at the academy, Flender and the other teachers did not go wake him.

By the time Ma Hongjun woke naturally, Oscar was already reading in the classroom. The classroom was simple, but it carried the rich atmosphere of books. It was a modest room with thirty seats inside.

Teacher Lu Qibin was responsible for teaching theory and cultural knowledge. Lu Qibin could be considered a scholar, and he had a thorough understanding of many theories, helping Oscar solve quite a few difficult problems.

But after two years, Oscar had already learned nearly everything he needed to learn. The books he read here now were ones he had bought himself over the past two years, covering all kinds of subjects.

Oscar paid particular attention to medical texts and books on pharmacology. Though he had read the original story and knew the effects of some Immortal Herbs, learning pharmacology was still good preparation for any eventuality. If he ever had a chance to interact with Dugu Bo or Dugu Yan, he could try things out himself.

When Ma Hongjun entered the classroom and saw Oscar reading intently, he walked over. Oscar noticed him and looked up. "You're up?"

"Hehe, I was too excited last night and didn't sleep well, so I got up late." Ma Hongjun chuckled sheepishly.

"It's fine. It's only your first day. I'll take you to a practical combat class this afternoon." With that, Oscar lowered his head and continued reading.

"There are practical combat classes too? Aren't you a Support System Spirit Master? Do you still need to fight?" Ma Hongjun asked in surprise.

"Who says Support System Spirit Masters can't fight? You'll see this afternoon." Oscar kept his eyes on his book.

Ma Hongjun looked utterly incredulous, but did not ask any more questions. He greeted Lu Qibin, then picked up a book and began reading as well.

Seeing Ma Hongjun take the initiative to read, Lu Qibin pulled him aside to begin teaching him. He had originally intended to wait until Ma Hongjun had familiarized himself with the academy before starting lessons, but seeing how diligent the boy was, there was no need to wait.

Ma Hongjun did not show much of a reaction. He was only puzzled about why Oscar did not need to attend class. Lu Qibin told him that Oscar had already learned everything he needed to over the past two years. Oscar now studied independently and no longer needed a teacher to supervise him. This made Oscar's image in Ma Hongjun's heart grow even taller.

That afternoon, Oscar carried his Iron Bar and took Ma Hongjun to Zhao Wuji to begin training. Cultivating under Zhao Wuji's Gravity Suppression could be said to yield twice the result with half the effort. Oscar's Physical Fitness had now surpassed that of Battle Spirit Masters at the same level.

"Teacher Zhao, spar with me. Let the new junior student see Shrek Academy's teaching methods," Oscar suggested.

Zhao Wuji did not refuse. Laughing heartily, he said, "Hahaha, fine, Xiao Ao. Let me see whether you've gotten rusty lately."

Zhao Wuji withdrew the Gravity Suppression, placed one hand behind his back, and did not even release his spirit. He simply beckoned Oscar over.

It was not that Zhao Wuji was arrogant. Oscar truly was still rather weak right now. Without a powerful offensive spirit, the only weapon he had was the Iron Bar in his hand. Zhao Wuji was a Soul Saint; his Physical Fitness alone could crush Oscar.

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