Martial Soul Development Direction, Attribute Soul Skills

"Good, very good!" Qian Xunji was overjoyed, slamming his hands onto the stone table, his eyes gleaming with wild excitement.

"Lin Fan, how effective is this Whale Rubber? Have you noticed anything?"

Lin Fan smiled slightly, feeling relieved inside; it seemed the matter of the Whale Rubber's discovery had been successfully glossed over.

"Teacher, the amount of Whale Rubber my junior sister and I are currently consuming is not large, but we can feel that the improvements it provides are gradually diminishing."

"If we consume it two or three more times, it should completely lose its effect!"

"However, we have only been using thousand-year Whale Rubber; perhaps the effect would increase again if we used ten-thousand-year Whale Rubber!"

"But with our current capabilities, we likely cannot handle ten-thousand-year Whale Rubber."

Bibi Dong also nodded quickly: "Teacher, just as Senior Brother said, the effect of the Whale Rubber on me is indeed decreasing."

Qian Xunji was even more satisfied upon hearing this, his gaze toward Lin Fan carrying a bit more appreciation.

"To be able to discover the marvelous uses of Whale Rubber while also knowing how to exercise restraint—this is truly rare."

He paused, his tone becoming more solemn:

"Do not speak of this to outsiders for now. Whale Rubber is scarce; if word spreads widely, it will surely incite competition."

"I will personally have the subsequent Whale Rubber sent to you, in sufficient quantity and of higher age. Ten-thousand-year Whale Rubber is hard to find, but not impossible."

As he spoke, he glanced at Bibi Dong, his tone softening slightly:

"As for you, Dong'er, I will not pursue the matter of you being drowsy during theory classes."

"But the path of cultivation requires both internal and external training; physical strength and combat experience alone are not enough. In the future, you must listen carefully in theory class and not be slack."

Bibi Dong's face flushed, and she lowered her head, whispering in response:

"This disciple understands; I will definitely study hard in class from now on."

Qian Xunji nodded slightly, his gaze sweeping over the two of them with expectation:

"Cultivate well; I see all of your progress."

"The heavy burden of the Martial Soul Hall will eventually fall upon your shoulders; do not let me down."

"We understand, Teacher," Lin Fan and Bibi Dong replied.

Seeing this, Qian Xunji nodded in satisfaction. "Come, let me first test your physical strength, and then I will take you to obtain your first soul rings."

"Obtain soul rings!" Bibi Dong's eyes lit up with great delight.

Over the past few days, Bibi Dong had naturally envied those senior students who could use their soul rings to fight and display their powers.

However, upon thinking of something, Bibi Dong instantly wilted.

Seeing Bibi Dong's expression, Qian Xunji could not help but shake his head.

Qian Xunji naturally knew why Bibi Dong was like this. Anyone who awakened the Death Spider Emperor and the Soul-Eater Spider Emperor as their martial souls would feel the same.

Setting aside their power, their appearance alone was terrifying enough, not to mention that when a beast soul master possessed their martial soul, their lower limbs transformed into eight spider legs, complete with hair and barbs.

Even some boys could not accept this, let alone a girl like Bibi Dong!

Lin Fan looked at Bibi Dong, patted her head, and said nothing.

Bibi Dong looked up, meeting Lin Fan's concerned gaze, and offered a faint, bitter smile. "Senior Brother."

"It's fine," Lin Fan smiled slightly. Although Bibi Dong had not told him about her martial soul, Lin Fan already knew.

"Alright, let's test your physical fitness first," Qian Xunji said.

"Yes."

"Not bad. Lin Fan's physical fitness surpasses even some two-ring tool soul masters; he should be able to absorb a thousand-year soul ring."

"As for Dong'er, absorbing a seven or eight-hundred-year soul ring should be no problem."

After various tests, Qian Xunji stated his conclusions.

Hearing this, Lin Fan spoke up, "Teacher, I think that in a few more days, my junior sister should also be able to absorb a thousand-year soul ring."

"After all, the Whale Rubber still has an effect on us; it wouldn't hurt to wait a few more days."

"Indeed," Qian Xunji nodded in agreement. "However, let me test you: what kind of soul beasts do you think you need for your respective martial souls?"

As he finished speaking, Bibi Dong stepped back, hiding directly behind Lin Fan, her face clearly saying, "I don't know, don't ask me."

Seeing this, Lin Fan smiled. "Teacher, I intend to focus on my Lightning Element martial soul first, so the soul ring I hunt for must be from a lightning-attribute soul beast to be more suitable."

Qian Xunji nodded. "Correct. Choosing a soul beast that aligns with your martial soul's attribute to obtain a soul ring is the right path."

"However, have you decided which path your Lightning Element martial soul will take?"

"Teacher, my martial soul is special, as you know," Lin Fan said, pausing before seven lightning-attribute Star Seeds appeared in his hand.

The seven Star Seeds darted around, but soon, under Lin Fan's control, three of them formed a neat, orderly pattern.

"I can feel that if I can fully master these seven Star Seeds, it should form a decent soul skill, and one that belongs to the offensive category."

"Therefore, I feel I do not need an offensive soul ring skill, but rather one that allows the soul ring's power to enhance my own attributes, much like an auxiliary-type soul master."

"This way, neither my physical constitution nor my offensive capabilities will be lacking!"

"Good! Good! Good!" Qian Xunji repeated the word three times, his voice trembling slightly.

The gaze he directed at Lin Fan was no longer that of a mentor looking at an ordinary disciple, but that of a man looking at a prodigy capable of carrying the banner of Martial Soul Hall in the future.

"I never imagined that at such a young age, you would have such a clear and thorough plan. In terms of vision and intellect, among your peers throughout the entire Spirit Master world, no one can compare to you!"

He strode over to Lin Fan, reached out to pat his shoulder heavily, and said with a firm tone, "Since your mind is made up, then this master shall grant your wish!"

"Once you have absorbed the Whale Rubber and strengthened your body to its peak, I will take you to the exclusive Martial Soul Forest of Martial Soul Hall to find a powerful thousand-year lightning-attribute spirit beast and forge the most compatible first spirit ring for you!"

Having said that, Qian Xunji's tone shifted slightly, "However, spirit ring abilities are random. Whether or not you obtain the specific ability you desire will depend on your own fortune."

"I understand, Teacher." Lin Fan smiled calmly.

Even if he truly ended up with an offensive spirit ability, it wouldn't be a loss; at most, he would just be slightly dissatisfied.

"Dong'er, what are your plans?" Qian Xunji turned his gaze toward Bibi Dong, who stood behind Lin Fan.

Hearing this, Bibi Dong stepped forward confidently and said, "Teacher, I intend to follow the path of attribute enhancement as well!"

After a brief pause, Bibi Dong continued, "I plan to obtain a spirit ring for my Death Spider Emperor first. It would be best to hunt a spider-type spirit beast that also possesses certain dark or poison attributes!"

This was what Bibi Dong had concluded after hearing Lin Fan's logic just moments ago.

First, state the general direction of the spirit ring needed, then specify one or two smaller sub-categories.

That was already sufficient.

After all, she was still young; how could everyone be like Lin Fan?

"That is acceptable, I suppose." Qian Xunji spoke with a hint of indifference.

Having just heard Lin Fan's well-prepared and ambitious plan, he was naturally somewhat underwhelmed by Bibi Dong's proposal.

However, Bibi Dong did not see it that way; not being criticized by her teacher was already the best possible outcome!

I am truly so clever! A heartfelt smile bloomed on Bibi Dong's face as she looked at Lin Fan, feeling immensely delighted to have such an outstanding senior brother!

Seeing the gaze Bibi Dong cast his way, Lin Fan gave a slight nod.