Su Wen: Knowledge Is Power (Please Collect!!!)

"Condensing Liquid Soul Power in the form of a vortex and thereby forming Solidified Soul Power is theoretically sound, but so far, no one has succeeded."

Su Wen learned from Xiao Zhan about the current progress of the Douluo Continent's exploration of the Soul Core Method.

No one had ever succeeded.

"How could no one have succeeded?"

"Alas, it's perfect in theory, but to form the Soul Core you described in the form of a Soul Power vortex, the Soul Core needs to coordinate all the Soul Power within a Soul Master's body. It involves far too many complicated procedures." Xiao Zhan shook his head.

As Su Wen listened to Xiao Zhan's explanation, he gradually understood why there had been no successful cases of the Soul Core Method.

At present, the method for solidifying Liquid Soul Power was for a Soul Master to comprehend it by chance. It was a natural circulation in which all the Soul Power in the body was coordinated as one, without requiring any adjustment by the Soul Master.

Although it relied more on perception and talent, it was also easier.

To condense a Soul Core through the Soul Core Method, however, was more standardized. It seemed to provide a unified structure, but one had to perfect the circulation of Soul Power during the Soul Core's condensation and ensure that the vortex operated flawlessly before finally collapsing into Solidified Soul Power.

This was equivalent to making a group of Soul Masters who liked relying on their instincts to cultivate study science.

In other words, it was like making liberal arts students study advanced mathematics and requiring them to pass before they could graduate.

With absolutely no leniency.

They had originally relied on their instincts to cultivate, but now they were being asked to change their way of thinking and rely on theory instead.

Actually, as the Soul Master World developed, this trend would definitely catch on.

However, in the current era, during its early stages of development, it would still face resistance.

Even the complete Soul Power Circulation Route had yet to mature, let alone adding a Soul Core structure on that foundation and making the Soul Core coordinate the circulation of Soul Power throughout the body.

"However, even though there are no successful cases yet, there hasn't been the slightest theoretical error in the Soul Core Method you described. What's missing is only the Method."

Xiao Zhan pondered for a moment before saying, "Actually, all the major powers are already conducting research in these areas."

Since the conversation had reached this point, he no longer treated Su Wen as an ignorant child.

Su Wen's level of research into Martial Soul cultivation theory was very high, and he could understand these things.

Most importantly, the Meridians he had named in his theories were also closely connected to the research into the Soul Core Method.

Su Wen's importance had never been limited to the theory of Higher-Level Soul Ring Absorption Theory. It also included numerous other research projects related to the Meridians.

"Nowadays, any power with a Soul Douluo or stronger Soul Master stationed there should have research in this area. Spirit Hall's research is the most advanced, and they've already preliminarily worked out several Soul Power Circulation Routes."

Xiao Zhan was one of the participants in this research.

There was no helping it. This was a Method that could help solidify Soul Power, and it concerned whether he would have a chance to advance further in the future.

"So, Xiao Wen, you must remember this: don't take the initiative to compress your Soul Power during cultivation."

In the end, Xiao Zhan once again urged Su Wen not to compress his Soul Power.

"Don't worry, Uncle Zhan." Su Wen agreed aloud.

As for what he thought in his heart, only he himself knew.

The next day.

"Xiao Wen, don't cultivate today."

"What's wrong, Uncle Zhan?"

"Someone wants to meet you today." Xiao Zhan spoke.

"Who?" Su Wen asked curiously.

"The Crown Prince."

At Heaven Dou Royal Academy, in a private Conference Room.

When Su Wen entered, a young man was already seated in the main seat. He wore luxurious clothes that were not overly ostentatious. Instead, coupled with his seemingly approachable bearing, he gave off a very amiable impression.

The Crown Prince, Xue Qinghe.

Or, more accurately, she was Qian Renxue.

"Su Wen greets the Crown Prince."

"Xiao Zhan greets the Crown Prince."

"No need for formalities, Senior Xiao Zhan. I'd like to speak with Su Wen alone." Even as the Crown Prince, "Xue Qinghe" remained respectful and courteous, addressing Xiao Zhan as senior.

She did not call herself a junior; it was simply a form of respect.

However, Su Wen knew that this was merely her Crown Prince persona.

It had to be said that a Crown Prince like this was truly pleasant to be around. The many Soul Master experts she had gathered probably trusted her as well.

Xiao Zhan left, leaving Su Wen alone in the room with the Crown Prince.

However, Su Wen knew that there had to be at least one Titled Douluo keeping watch from the shadows.

That was the power of Spirit Hall's Hall of Enshrinement.

"Su Wen, I've read your information. You're quite impressive."

"Thank you for your regard, Your Highness." Su Wen remained neither servile nor overbearing.

"You don't have to keep calling me Your Highness. With your talent, achieving the rank of Soul Saint in the future won't be difficult. You even have a chance of reaching Soul Douluo or perhaps Titled Douluo. If you don't mind, you can call me Big Brother Xue."

"Your Highness is joking." Su Wen did not overstep his bounds.

"Xue Qinghe" rose and walked over to Su Wen. Looking at him, she said, "Your talent as a Soul Master is excellent. You've developed your Book Martial Soul to this extent, and with the opportunity of a Thousand-Year Second Soul Ring, your future prospects are limitless."

Her tone suddenly changed, as if she were interrogating Su Wen. "However, I learned that your identity when participating in the Great Soul Arena is 'Scholar Who Can Fight.' In your view, do you truly want to be a scholar rather than a Soul Master?"

She seemed to be offering advice. "Your cultivation talent is exceptional. There's no need to divide your attention among other fields. If it's merely a hobby, then forget I said anything."

Seeing that the other party had brought up the subject of scholars so directly, Su Wen mentally gave her a thumbs-up.

"Your Highness, in my view, research into Martial Soul theory is equally important."

"Oh?"

"I believe in only one saying: Knowledge is Power." Su Wen spoke.

Without realizing it, his bearing seemed to change as well. He became a scholar brimming with literary refinement, an innate confidence radiating from his very bones and seemingly infecting others without his noticing.

"Knowledge is Power." "Xue Qinghe" murmured, seemingly contemplating the meaning of Su Wen's words in earnest. Her eyes grew increasingly bright.

"In my view, the study of Martial Soul theory exists to aid Soul Master cultivation. Once you master knowledge, you have essentially grasped the essence of Soul Master cultivation. Applying that knowledge to Martial Soul cultivation and laying the groundwork for your own cultivation, then transforming the knowledge you've mastered into power—that is what makes a true scholar."

A scholar could devote themselves entirely to researching theory.

But a scholar would not be someone who only knew how to research theory.

"Flexible application is the foundation. Applying it to yourself is even more fundamental."

A scholar who could not resolve their own predicament was not a true scholar.

"Oh?" Qian Renxue herself felt that what Su Wen said made a great deal of sense.

"Judging by your confidence, you should have already gained something. Would you be willing to tell me about it?"

"This..." Su Wen hesitated slightly.

"Don't worry. Didn't you just say that Knowledge is Power? If you have a talent for theoretical research, I can represent the Royal Family and provide you with research materials. You can study to your heart's content, and your cultivation will become more convenient as well."

Qian Renxue wanted to see whether Su Wen would take the Higher-Level Soul Ring Absorption Theory that had already received support from Spirit Hall and offer it once again to the Crown Prince of the Heaven Dou Empire.