Douluo: So You're the So-Called Theory Master?

These people were even more eager to learn about the Extreme Research Institute's situation.

And Ning Qinghe's current Soul Power level.

Over the past few days, they had already witnessed someone possessing a thousand-year first Spirit Ring.

But the claim that someone would absorb a ten-thousand-year Spirit Ring as their second ring still left them astonished.

They wanted to witness it happen with their own eyes.

Extreme Research Institute.

Ning Qinghe had also received some news regarding the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's situation.

In addition, Spirit Hall had arrived as well.

Ning Qinghe had handed that matter over to Dugu Bo.

Now that they were all on the same side, he did not stand on ceremony.

At that moment, Ning Qinghe was inspecting the Soul Beasts.

Within the dark, enclosed space, a massive yellow stone was sealed away. It looked like nothing more than a solid boulder.

In truth, it was a living creature. If one looked carefully, one could sense its life force and see its eyes opening from time to time. Even while sealed, Soul Power occasionally leaked from it.

A Spirit-Nurturing Beast—a rather unique kind of Soul Beast. This one was an earth-attributed Spirit-Nurturing Beast.

It possessed powerful vitality and an abundant earth-attribute essence.

By Ning Qinghe's judgment, it was highly suited to his Martial Soul.

"You really chose this Spirit-Nurturing Beast?"

"It has a cultivation of fifteen thousand nine hundred years."

Chen Xin watched from the side, clearly intending to persuade him otherwise.

"That Earth Ridge Titan over there is also a very powerful earth-attributed Soul Beast. It is no worse than the Spirit-Nurturing Beast."

"And it has fifteen thousand years of cultivation as well. It should suit you very well."

Ning Qinghe listened to the advice beside him.

But he had no intention of changing his mind.

He shook his head.

"The Spirit-Nurturing Beast has a gentle temperament. At fifteen thousand nine hundred years, it will not be much harder to absorb than a fifteen-thousand-year Earth Ridge Titan."

"Besides, what I need is not merely the earth attribute, but more importantly, the essence of Soul Power."

"A Soul Beast with such a powerful essence is better suited for me."

His research into Martial Souls could be said to run very deep.

For his Martial Soul to continue advancing, it required more essence and attribute-based Soul Power.

According to his calculations, this one would provide him with an enormous amount of energy.

"..."

"Then we'll do as you say."

Chen Xin was somewhat helpless.

But he was already accustomed to Ning Qinghe making all his own decisions.

"It's decided, then. Take the Spirit-Nurturing Beast outside."

"Nothing has happened outside, has it?"

Ning Qinghe directly assigned people to the task, then glanced at Chen Xin again.

"That Ju Hua Guan has had a fairly good attitude. At most, he provoked Old Poison a little. Old Poison is having tea with them and waiting for arrangements."

"However, he brought along several brats who have been trying to provoke the Research Institute's students."

Chen Xin did not even need to go outside to know what was happening.

Ever since Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo of Spirit Hall had arrived, he had remained on guard.

He was ready for battle at any time. In fact, several Soul Cannons had already been stationed near the reception area. If Spirit Hall's Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo caused trouble, the Soul Cannons would immediately be used to give them a lesson.

"Provocation?"

"Then perhaps we can grant him his wish soon enough."

Ning Qinghe did not know which young generation Spirit Hall had brought.

But he understood their intentions.

He was not worried in the slightest. He only hoped the young generation they brought would be tough enough to take a beating.

For Soul Masters, the number of Spirit Rings they had in the early stages was limited. One of their Spirit Rings was worth several of other people's, and with the Research Institute's intensive training—

Even Spirit Hall's geniuses would not gain any advantage.

Chen Xin was very pleased as he watched the confident Ning Qinghe.

After spending so long at the Research Institute, he had developed similar confidence himself.

The Spirit-Nurturing Beast in the room was soon moved elsewhere. Ning Qinghe also received news that Ning Fengzhi of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect had left the sect and would soon arrive.

This performance could begin as well.

The audience would soon all be in place.

The guests were mainly from several of the continent's Seven Great Sects.

Aside from the renowned Upper Three Sects, the Lower Four Sects—the White Tiger Sect, Wind Sword Sect, Elephant Armored Sect, and Fire Leopard Sect—were not weak either.

Naturally, there were also the Two Great Empires, Spirit Hall, and several academies with Spirit Douluo.

Basically, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect had sent invitations to every faction that possessed a Spirit Douluo.

Outside the gates of the Extreme Research Institute.

Ning Yishan was receiving guests at the entrance while also stopping some people who had come merely to watch the excitement.

At that moment, he looked at the two somewhat disheveled people before him and stopped them.

Two Soul Grandmasters—this was not because he judged people by their status.

After repeatedly trying to persuade them, he stared at the pair somewhat helplessly.

This old-and-young pair had traveled through wind and dust, their bodies covered in grime. They had rushed here without even taking the time to tidy themselves up.

Looking at them, he did not know whether to say they took this gathering seriously or not.

If they did not take it seriously, they had rushed over without even bothering to maintain their appearance.

If they did take it seriously, then entering in such a state would surely make them stand out awkwardly among the others, perhaps even offend someone.

After all, there were Titled Douluo inside. Ning Yishan knew full well that no accidents could occur at the Research Institute now.

As they faced off, Soul Power surged. Ning Yishan seemed fully prepared to make them spill blood on the spot if they dared force their way in.

"Why won't you let us in?"

"You snobbish bastard, look carefully. Here is the invitation."

"I represent the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan. How dare a mere gatekeeper stop me?"

These two were none other than Yu Xiaogang and Tang San, who had just arrived after traveling all the way from Notting City.

The two had hurried along day and night, and their journey had certainly not been comfortable.

Now that Ning Yishan had stopped them, Yu Xiaogang's face turned cold as he fixed him with an icy stare.

He even took out the invitation enclosed in the letter his father had sent him back then.

Beside him, Tang San observed the enormous Research Institute. This city and this Research Institute were many times larger than Notting Academy.

During their journey, Tang San had also been considering whether his teacher's so-called theories were truly flawed.

Hearing the two argue, he did not interrupt, appearing like an obedient child.

Yet inwardly, he felt that Ning Yishan was a snob for stopping them.

"Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan."

"As far as I know, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan's sect master is currently with our sect master. They will arrive together later."

"Did you get separated?"

Though he had been insulted, Ning Yishan showed no reaction.

He swiftly took the invitation. It was indeed one of theirs.

But he only believed them somewhat.

Yu Xiaogang opened his mouth, wanting to say more...

"This master has no need to explain himself to you. As long as you confirm that the invitation is genuine, that is enough."