The 17-Year-Old War God

"Taking care of a child?" Chen Yuan asked, puzzled, while wondering to himself if it could be Wei Wen's child. That was certainly possible.

Although the original work never mentioned it, one could assume Wei Wen must have married and had children on Earth. If that were the case, his child would be roughly the same age as Chen Yuan.

Therefore, Chen Yuan guessed that perhaps it was Wei Wen's child who was about to enter the training camp, and he needed someone to look after them.

So, Chen Yuan inquired, "The child you mentioned, is it your own child, Inspector?"

"My child? No, no, no." Wei Wen waved his hands hurriedly. "I married late, so my child is still young. It's not time yet."

"It's a friend's child." Wei Wen's tone became hesitant. "His surname is Luo. You should understand the significance of that surname, right?"

"Lord Luo Feng's son?" Chen Yuan suddenly realized. If it was Luo Feng's son and he was practicing martial arts, it could only be Luo Hai.

This was also a rather unfortunate kid. Chen Yuan remembered that because Luo Hai was born too early, before Luo Feng had risen to prominence, his bloodline wasn't particularly high, and his aptitude was only average.

Luo Hai enjoyed martial arts, and with Luo Feng as his backing, his cultivation had been smooth sailing. However, due to his limited aptitude, his ultimate achievements were not high; even by the end of the novel, he hadn't become a Universe Master, remaining only a Universe Venerable.

Chen Yuan had a deep impression of Luo Hai because he also appeared in Lord Snow Eagle, where he befriended the protagonist of that book, Dongbo Xueying.

"Yes, his name is Luo Hai. He is A-Feng's youngest son and loves martial arts." Wei Wen gave a rough introduction to Luo Hai's situation. "Xiao Hai is seventeen this year, an Advanced War God in strength, with a force output of 5.5 times, and his blade techniques and movement techniques have reached the 'Perfect Level'."

"Seventeen years old, an Advanced War God?" Chen Yuan asked, surprised.

Wei Wen thought Chen Yuan was shocked by Luo Hai's genius and was about to explain, but then heard Chen Yuan continue, "As Lord Luo's son, shouldn't he have long since surpassed the Planetary Level?"

With Luo Feng's wealth, cultivating someone to the Planetary Level would be effortless. Wei Wen himself had easily become a Planetary Level powerhouse by relying on the resources provided by Luo Feng.

Since Luo Hai was Luo Feng's son, Chen Yuan had assumed he was already at the Planetary Level. He hadn't expected him to be only a War God.

"Er." Because Chen Yuan's reaction was different from what he had imagined, Wei Wen found his prepared words stuck in his throat. After a pause, he explained, "Actually, Xiao Hai has been cultivated to the Advanced War God level since he was a child."

"It's just that the boy is determined to walk his own path in martial arts, so he wants to rely on his own efforts to break through to the Planetary Level."

"Because he used too many treasures to boost his strength when he was young, Xiao Hai's control over his physical body is not high, and his force output is still only 5.5 times."

"And if he wants to become a Planetary Level on his own, even with the Luo Family's secret techniques, he needs to raise his force output level to '7'."

"You haven't used treasures to boost your strength, so you might not know about this." Wei Wen explained, "Some treasures can increase one's strength, making it very simple to break through to War General or War God without depleting one's potential. It seems perfect."

"However, the improvement in physical fitness also lowers one's control over their own body. In other words, they cannot control their own power."

"Therefore, those who raise their realm through a large number of treasures will inevitably have a force output level lower than the average. They need to spend a lot of time regaining control of their bodies. Take me, for example." Wei Wen said, giving a bitter smile and pointing at himself. "Don't look at me as a fourth-stage Planetary Level powerhouse; in terms of actual combat, I can't even beat Zhou Zhengyong, and he is only a second-stage Planetary Level."

"You might not understand how big the gap is between Planetary Levels." Wei Wen gave an analogy. "The gap between him and me is like an Initial War General against an Intermediate Warrior, but he can exert power beyond mine through his force techniques."

"This is the consequence of only caring about raising one's realm." Wei Wen concluded, then looked at Chen Yuan. "Now, you know why Xiao Hai hasn't broken through to the Planetary Level yet."

Chen Yuan nodded. So, Luo Hai's aptitude was indeed quite average; after more than ten years of cultivation, his force output level was only 5.5.

Of course, if he wanted to, he could use treasures to reach the Planetary Level at any time; it was just that Luo Hai was still struggling with the issue of his force output not being high enough.

Perhaps this was the trouble of being blessed.

But Chen Yuan had another question: "Logically speaking, the Luo Family shouldn't lack powerhouses. Why would Luo Hai go to the training camp to cultivate?"

"The Luo Family doesn't lack powerhouses; even A-Feng's servants alone are enough to sweep across the entire Earth." Wei Wen shook his head. "But precisely because the actual gap is so large, no matter how hard Xiao Hai tries to cultivate, in the eyes of the teachers who instruct him, he remains very mediocre."

"Over time, Xiao Hai's self-esteem was affected, and he began to doubt whether he should continue on this path." Wei Wen said. "So, Xiao Hai's elders decided to let him go to the training camp for some experience. With Xiao Hai's strength, he is among the top in the training camp, which should help him rebuild his confidence."

"I see." Chen Yuan understood. He pointed at himself. "So, you mean you want me, an Intermediate War General, to take care of a War God?"

Chen Yuan thought to himself, what right did he have to look after a War God as an Intermediate War General?

"Oh, you might have misunderstood my meaning." Wei Wen said with a smile. "The 'taking care' I mentioned doesn't mean you need to protect him. Your duty isn't to be a bodyguard, but to approach Xiao Hai as an 'Earth genius' and make him recognize the standard of the Elite Training Camp."

"You mean Luo Hai looks down on the training camp?" Chen Yuan asked, puzzled. "But you also said he was discouraged and started doubting his talent."

"That doesn't conflict." Wei Wen explained. "The martial arts education Xiao Hai receives comes from the elite education of the universe, so it's normal for him to feel discouraged. But because of that, Xiao Hai looks down on the education on Earth, feeling that going to the training camp is a waste of his time."

Chen Yuan understood a bit more. He looked thoughtful and said, "So you want me to approach Luo Hai to prove the level of Earth's geniuses and eliminate his resistance to the training camp?"

"Besides that, you also need to become Xiao Hai's friend and be responsible for guiding him during his time at the training camp, ensuring he isn't led astray by others." Wei Wen added.

Chen Yuan understood. He was basically a companion for the crown prince.

"Therefore, your strength cannot be too different from Xiao Hai's. When I recommend you to him, there might be another test."

"What kind of test? Surely you don't mean I have to fight Luo Hai?" Chen Yuan blinked. Him, fighting Luo Hai?

Wei Wen nodded, then shook his head, saying, "A battle is required, but not a battle in reality."

"Not in reality?" Chen Yuan already understood what he meant, but he didn't show it.

"It's a battle in the Virtual Space, where both sides have the same strength, speed, and nerve reaction." Wei Wen explained. "So what is being compared in the battle are factors like force techniques, the power of secret techniques, and insights into realms. It's considered a fairly equitable way to fight."

"In that case, I have no problem." Chen Yuan nodded. He compared the gap between himself and Luo Hai in his mind and felt his chances of winning were quite high. Then he asked, "If I win against him, will there be any repercussions?"

"You win?" Wei Wen stared at Chen Yuan, his face full of surprise, and he even wanted to laugh. "Of course you can. In fact, you winning against Luo Hai would be a great thing. Once he sees the level of an Earth genius, he won't be resistant to going to the training camp anymore."

"Moreover, it will be easier for you to gain Xiao Hai's recognition and become his friend."

"How about this: if you can win, I can promise you one condition." Wei Wen had seen Chen Yuan's strength, but deep down, he didn't think he could be a match for Luo Hai, so he said confidently.

"Oh? Any condition at all?" Chen Yuan's eyes lit up.

"Don't worry, as long as it's something I can do, just ask." Wei Wen patted his chest in assurance.

"Then... I want a treasure, is that okay?" Chen Yuan probed cautiously.

"A treasure? Haha, the thing I lack the least is all kinds of treasures." Wei Wen was full of confidence. "Just name it. As long as you can win against Xiao Hai, I will agree to anything."

Seeing Wei Wen so confident, Chen Yuan felt relieved.

So, emboldened, he held up one finger: "One Wood Bud Crystal, how about it?"

Wei Wen's expression stiffened.