The Master's Objective

Lin Ziyi glanced at Babitt doubtfully, but Babitt grinned, revealing his yellowed teeth:

"My ability to win money relies entirely on Miss Lingling winning this Soul Fighting match with ease and elegance.

"Consider this extra money a small token of my respect for Miss Lingling."

Seeing that Babitt had said so, Lin Ziyi didn't refuse.

After all, the other party had indeed won money while lying down, so he wasn't losing out no matter what.

Tucking the crystal card into Tushan Lingling's ample chest, Lin Ziyi finally stood up and extended his hand to Shop:

"Then I thank Your Highness for the gift."

Seeing the young man proactively extend his hand for a handshake, Shop was overjoyed and quickly grasped the young man's firm palm:

"Mr. Lin, you are too kind! This is all rightfully yours.

"By the way, I've booked a table of excellent food at the Royal Restaurant tonight. Would you be willing to grace me with your presence?"

Upon hearing this, Lin Ziyi, whose otaku tendencies were at their peak in his previous life, refused without hesitation.

He had hated attending crowded gatherings in his past life, especially with people he wasn't very familiar with.

What he hated the most was toasting various relatives and elders at the dinner table. He found it incredibly troublesome, disliking the drinking culture...

Seeing Lin Ziyi refuse, Shop's face showed disappointment, but he still escorted Lin Ziyi and the other two to the door:

"If that's the case, then I'll invite you again next time, Mr. Lin, if there's an opportunity."

Lin Ziyi waved his hand and left directly under Shop's gaze.

Only after the young man and the other two disappeared at the entrance of the stairs did Shop turn around and look at Yu Xiaogang, who was still sitting on the sofa in the room as if no one else was there:

"Master, hello. Allow me to introduce myself again, I am Prince Kundra Shop of the Barack Kingdom."

Yu Xiaogang closed his notebook and stood up, bowing to Shop:

"Yu Xiaogang greets His Highness. I am truly humbled that Your Highness recognized me, Master."

Shop supported his shoulders and smiled gently:

"To be honest, I didn't know Master was also participating in the Soul Fighting at first.

"While there were a few people who bet on Miss Tushan Lingling, only three had bets exceeding 10 Gold Soul Coins.

"Besides the two who just left, I was also curious about the third person, so I wanted to meet them.

"I never expected it to be the renowned Master of the Soul Master world!"

"Renowned?" A lonely, wry smile appeared on Yu Xiaogang's face. "I'm just a good-for-nothing with a false reputation."

"Ah~ Master, you are too humble. Everyone has their strengths and weaknesses.

"Isn't that what 'specialization leads to excellence' means?

"I have read your 'Top Ten Martial Soul Core Competencies.'

"I have tested many of the theories that are convenient to test, and quite a few have been successful!

"In my opinion, you are definitely the most intelligent Soul Master on this continent!"

Yu Xiaogang waved his hand:

"You don't need to flatter me like this, I know very well what I'm capable of... Is there something you need from me?"

Shop took the remaining crystal card from Nuotian De and handed it to Yu Xiaogang, saying:

"I was just very curious how you knew that the charming Miss Tushan Lingling could defeat Ye Zhiyuan.

"Did you sense her power?"

Yu Xiaogang glanced at Nuotian De beside him: "Is this something that can be said in front of others?"

Shop smiled and patted Nuotian De's shoulder: "Don't worry, this person is not an outsider, you can speak freely."

Yu Xiaogang sat back down on the sofa as Shop gestured.

However, his fingers unconsciously rubbed the notebook in his hand, as if recalling something terrifying:

"Actually, at that time, I entered the Soul Fighting Arena before those three.

"But when I saw them, my Martial Soul emitted a trace of fear!

"You should have heard that my Martial Soul is a tangible Martial Soul, thus possessing emotions rarely found in ordinary Martial Souls.

"Even when meeting a Soul Fighting Douluo before, my Martial Soul Luo Sanpao never showed such an emotion.

"But when I saw those three, it reacted so strangely...

"Out of curiosity, I followed them up to the third floor and secretly observed them by lining up in the adjacent queue.

"When I heard they were going to challenge Ye Zhiyuan, who had already achieved over a hundred consecutive victories here.

"And when those two males also bet several hundred Gold Soul Coins, I knew they were prepared.

"That woman named Tushan Lingling was undoubtedly the source of Luo Sanpao's fear!

"But I didn't sense any Soul Power fluctuations from her..."

"Such powerful Soul Power self-control is absolutely impossible for a low-level Soul Master!

"Coupled with the opponent's absolute confidence in defeating Ye Zhiyuan, I immediately had a terrible guess in my heart...

"This guess led me to decide to take a gamble. I went to another window and bet on Tushan Lingling.

"As it turned out, my guess was correct.

"Upon seeing the battle on stage, which appeared fierce but was actually one-sided, I knew my guess wasn't wrong.

"That woman must be a powerful expert at the Titled Douluo level!!"

"Clap, clap, clap..."

Applause filled with approval suddenly echoed in the room.

Shop smiled and praised, "I knew it, the title of Master is not for nothing!

"You guessed correctly, that Tushan Lingling is indeed a Titled Douluo!"

Hearing this, Yu Xiaogang's face immediately showed a look of astonishment and confusion:

"You knew she was a Titled Douluo? Then why didn't you expose their cheating in public?"

As soon as he asked the question, Yu Xiaogang thought of the answer himself:

"I understand now. You felt that offending a Titled Douluo is far more terrifying than the Great Soul Arena losing this money!

"And you can also use this opportunity to get closer to a powerful and rare Titled Douluo..."

Shop nodded with a chuckle:

"It's always easier to talk to smart people. But it seems my efforts to win you over haven't been very effective..."

Yu Xiaogang pursed his slightly dry lips and slowly let out a sigh:

"To win someone over to the greatest extent, you must know what they truly desire in their heart.

"Only then can you cater to their preferences and prescribe the right medicine!"

Upon hearing Yu Xiaogang's suggestion, Shop's face lit up with joy, and he quickly said thankfully:

"Thank you for your guidance, Master!"

Yu Xiaogang waved his hand slightly: "Besides this matter, His Highness the Prince must have something else to say, right?"

Shop curled his lips:

"Indeed, nothing can be hidden from Master... I also wanted to ask, where are you currently working, Master?

"If you don't have a good place, why not come work for me? I will definitely give you at least the treatment of a National Teacher!"

Hearing this, Yu Xiaogang did not show too much surprise, clearly having guessed the other party's intentions long ago.

However, he shook his head and politely refused: "I'm truly sorry, Your Highness the Prince.

"In fact, I took in a disciple with extraordinary talent a few years ago!

"This trip to the Barack Kingdom is also to verify some of my theoretical knowledge.

"After all, as you know, my own strength is not strong enough, and my disciple has now surpassed me.

"If I cannot continue to improve my knowledge, I will truly have nothing left to teach him.

"As for coming to the Great Soul Arena this time, my initial intention was merely to observe the battles between Soul Masters.

"The Barack Kingdom, as the kingdom with the strongest military power on the empire's border.

"The Soul Masters here have more martial demeanor and military discipline than those elsewhere, and they are more adept at combat and fighting!

"Observing their combat characteristics can allow me to gain many insights and experiences!"