Inside Shrek Academy.
With Ning Rongrong gone, harmony reigned among them. Although Xiao Wu looked down on Dai Mubai, Tang San's strenuous persuasion had finally kept her from causing trouble.
On their first day, Flender had made them pay tuition, then left Tang San and the others to their own devices. Formal classes would begin the following day.
Tang San had bought the Sheet Metal Hair Crystal at Flender's little shop and used it to make a spectacular showing in the entrance assessment. With nothing to do that day, he went wandering around Suotuo City with Xiao Wu, hoping to try his luck again.
On the streets of Suotuo City.
Lei Meng followed behind Qin Yuan, listening to his instructions. "No matter when or where, you must always have ample food reserves."
Back in the underground world, if Lei Meng had not opened the Brocade Pouch in time, the supplies he and Xiao Chenyu had brought would not have kept them alive for long. If someone starved to death in a desperate situation, they had only themselves to blame for failing to prepare.
Before Qin Yuan had a soul tool, he had always carried a large bundle containing his usual food supplies. Once he obtained a soul tool, he stored even more food.
Being ready for a prolonged battle at any moment was an essential quality of the strong.
"Teacher, should we stock up on water too?" Lei Meng quickly asked.
Qin Yuan nodded. "If your soul tool has room to spare, it's best to bring extra, so you don't end up drinking dirty water and compromising your condition."
These were lessons Qin Yuan had learned during his time with the Soul Hunting Squad. He had assumed that Lei Meng, as the scion of a great clan, would know them