Enrollment at Nuoding Primary Soul Master Academy

Having roughly determined his Martial Soul, Lin Li felt delighted, but he also began considering his plans for the future.

He still remembered a scene at the end of Sword Dao, Chen Xin's part in the anime, where the Asura God of the God Realm looked toward Tang San.

That showed Tang San was already under a god's watchful eye.

Then there was Tang Hao. He drank every day, yet advanced faster than people who cultivated seriously. In the end, when he detonated nine Soul Rings, he could even send the already godly Bibi Dong flying.

All that could be said was that the main cast's combat power had been exaggerated far too much in the anime.

And the most outrageous one was Grandmaster Yu Xiaogang.

That old man had not even reached level thirty by the time he passed fifty, yet he survived a strike from a Titled Douluo head-on. During the final battle, he had even noticed Bibi Dong's sneak attack on Tang San.

Tang San, who was a god, had not reacted. A whole group of Titled Douluo had not reacted. Yet Yu Xiaogang had been the first to warn him.

All that could be said was that they were far too overpowered. Those people definitely had World Blessing on them. If he became their enemy, that would be difficult to handle...

Still, it was not a major issue. Lin Li had no intention of opposing the main cast yet.

If he carried the intention of killing them before he had even met them, that would be far too inhumane.

At the very least, he should get to know them first before deciding what he ought to do.

"If only this were the Manga Version of Douluo. Then I could blend into the main cast..." Lin Li muttered regretfully.

But that was getting far ahead of himself. What he needed to do now was increase his strength and become a god as soon as possible.

As long as he was strong enough, it would not be a matter of him choosing whose side to join. Others would have to find a way to join his side.

With his mind made up, Lin Li began considering how to obtain his First Soul Ring.

Seeking help from Spirit Hall was definitely out of the question. Setting aside whether they would use it to demand that he join Spirit Hall, the more favors he accepted from them, the heavier Lin Li's psychological burden would become.

Lin Li still approved of Spirit Hall's lower ranks, but after so many years of development, Spirit Hall had changed. It was no longer what it had been when the first Angel God founded it.

As a civilized person who had transmigrated from modern society, Lin Li could not yet adapt to the rules of a fantasy world.

By the same logic, asking forces such as the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect for help would not work either. That would be both an investment and a tie.

If he wanted to obtain a Soul Ring without joining a faction, entering an academy really was the best option.

The only person he needed to watch out for was Yu Xiaogang. That man was so absurd that even the production team could not whitewash him. Even with the anime team deliberately polishing his image, he was still ridiculous.

If Yu Xiaogang recommended a ten-year Lone Bamboo to Lin Li, he really would not be able to adapt.

Lin Li withdrew his Martial Soul. After taking a moment to recover, he began packing his things and decided to head for Nuoding Primary Soul Master Academy.

Lin Li had enough money to become an official student. Over the years, he had made many preparations in case his awakened Martial Soul turned out to be unsatisfactory.

Though looking at it now, Lin Li could have enrolled even without spending money. After all, his talent was right there.

For a genius with Innate Full Soul Power, the early stage involved only choices, not hardship or despair.

Because he did not want to be bound by a sect, Lin Li chose the path with fewer resources and weaker backing.

After packing up, Lin Li set off. He took a public carriage and arrived at the entrance of Nuoding Primary Soul Master Academy.

The official school term was still three months away, but students could arrive early. Many unruly noble children in the city were sent to the academy by their parents.

As for whether they ran wild in the academy without restraint, the nobles only cared that they did not bother them.

"Stop!"

After seeing Lin Li, the guard at the gate asked, "You there, what are you here for?"

He was the same gate guard from the story who had provoked Tang San and Old Jack.

The King of Hell was easy to deal with, but petty demons were hard to handle.

"Hello, I'm here to enroll."

Lin Li handed over his Martial Soul certificate, with a Silver Soul Coin placed on top of it.

A small benefit in exchange for a small convenience... yes, that was worth investing in.

The gate guard's eyes lit up at the sight. He had thought this child, arriving without an adult, did not know the rules, and he had already been preparing to have some fun. Unexpectedly, the child was so sensible.

People usually gave Copper Soul Coins. This one had given him a Silver Soul Coin, and the gate guard was overjoyed.

"Ah, so you're a student of our academy. Please, come in!"

The guard immediately beamed. He glanced at the document and returned it to Lin Li.

After watching the gate for so many years, how could he possibly fail to tell whether it was real?

But what did it matter to a gate guard whether the academy had gained a genius? As long as the gate was still there, that was enough.

After taking back his Martial Soul certificate, Lin Li walked inside. After two steps, he paused.

"Right."

As if remembering something, Lin Li asked, "How do I get to the Academic Affairs Office?"

"You go this way, then that way, then that way, and you'll be there."

The guard explained simply. Afraid Lin Li would not remember, he also pointed out several landmarks where he needed to turn.

Lin Li handed the guard another Silver Soul Coin and said, "Thank you."

Giving him money twice in a row should have left an impression of him in the man's mind.

He could start planting a few things.

"My name is Lin Li. If you get any information in the future, let me know. For example, where the academy's Grandmaster has gone, or whether any geniuses have come to enroll..."

Though he did not understand why, the gate guard still nodded and said he would definitely do it.

After that minor incident, Lin Li encountered no further trouble. He smoothly met Director Su at the Academic Affairs Office, handed over his enrollment fee and Martial Soul certificate, and successfully completed his enrollment.

"Hmm, the dormitories are basically full. Student Lin, why not stay in the Teacher Dormitory? There's an empty room next to mine, and I can look after you in everyday life."

Hearing Director Su's words, Lin Li was slightly stunned.

He did not know whether Director Su was saying this because he wanted to build a good relationship with him, or whether there truly were no dormitory rooms left.

"There's no need, Director Su. I can stay in the Work-Study Student Dormitory."

After receiving Lin Li's refusal, Director Su sighed regretfully. But since he had already offered, he could only agree.

"Alright, then. If you have any problems, you can come find me anytime."

"Really? Then, Director Su, can you help me obtain a Soul Ring?"

Director Su had not expected Lin Li to ask for help so quickly, but he recovered at once and agreed with a broad smile.

"Then, Student Lin, summon your Martial Soul. I'll help you see what kind of Soul Ring you should obtain."

"Director Su, my Martial Soul is somewhat special. As long as the age is suitable, it will be fine. Absorbing any Soul Ring only improves my basic attributes."

From the moment his Martial Soul awakened, Lin Li had known that regardless of what Soul Ring his Martial Soul, Mahoraga, obtained, it would gain the same ability: an increase in basic attributes.

Speed, strength, and improvements to All Attributes.

This suited Mahoraga best. Lin Li was not afraid of a battle of attrition. He only feared being instantly killed, so improving his basic attributes was ideal. If he had the opportunity, he could also obtain some life-saving Spirit Bone Skills.

For example, Xiao Wu's Invincible Golden Body and Void?

Although Lin Li had said that his Martial Soul did not require him to choose a specific type of Spirit Beast, he still released it for Director Su to see. It was basic respect.

Director Su immediately stared at the Mahoraga behind Lin Li in shock, seemingly frightened by it.

"Just from its stance alone, I can tell that it is terrifyingly powerful!"

That was Director Su's most honest thought.