Thought it was a lecture on reason, turned out to be physics

Morning sunlight spilled through the window and across the bed.

Chen Doudou was sleeping soundly, a trace of drool hanging from the corner of his mouth.

Bibi Dong sat by the bedside, looking at that harmless little face, and sighed for the 108th time.

She had spent the entire night thinking of "Plan B."

From teaching him to help old ladies cross the street to teaching him how to extort others, nothing felt quite right.

Given this kid's personality, it might just devolve into some bizarre outcome.

For instance, helping an old lady cross the street might turn into him being helped by her, and extortion might turn into him handing out red envelopes to people.

After thinking for a long time, Bibi Dong finally decided to let the kid experience the cruelty of the soul master society.

With that, she woke Chen Doudou up.

"Doudou, get up."

Chen Doudou lazily climbed up, rubbing his sleepy eyes as he changed his clothes.

But when he looked down at the coarse cloth shirt he was wearing—washed until it was faded and even frayed at the cuffs—he fell into deep contemplation.

"Sister Dong, why do I have to wear such old clothes? The fabric is even scratching my skin."

Chen Doudou tugged at his hem, his face full of disgust. In the God Realm, even ordinary divine servants wore shimmering divine silks; he had never worn such mortal rags.

"Because we're out of money."

Bibi Dong crossed her arms, looking perfectly justified, and even shifted the blame onto him. "Who told you to be so half-hearted when grabbing food yesterday? If you want to experience life, you naturally have to start from the very bottom."

She certainly couldn't tell Chen Doudou the truth, or else how would she groom him to become evil?

"Ah? No way, Sister Dong, did you really not bring a single cent when you came down?"

Chen Doudou widened his eyes, feeling his worldview collapse once again.

The dignified Bibi Dong was actually a pauper?

Bibi Dong rolled her eyes at him with righteous indignation: "Nonsense, you don't need money in the God Realm. Even the hotel we're staying at now was secured by 'persuading people with virtue'."

In the God Realm, items were generally traded using various spiritual objects, heavenly treasures, or the power of faith; gold and silver were the least valuable things.

However, one had to admit, she sometimes truly admired Doudou's ability to coin phrases.

When she first heard the term "persuading people with virtue," Bibi Dong thought it meant reasoning with them.

Damn it, she never expected it meant using physical force!

"Fine."

Chen Doudou lowered his head.

Sigh, a single cent really can stump a hero.

He finally understood why so many transmigrators, even when arriving in Douluo, prioritized making money immediately.

Chen Doudou suddenly remembered something more important, so he asked: "By the way, did Dad say when he'd give me the God-Bestowed Soul Ring?"

"Look at you, impatient again."

Bibi Dong poked his nose with annoyance and explained gently: "You just finished absorbing your first soul ring, and it was a sacrifice at that. The soul ring's energy hasn't been fully absorbed yet. Once you consolidate it completely, you can maximize the age of your second soul ring."

"So that's how it is."

Chen Doudou had a sudden realization; he had learned something new.

Just then, a light knock came at the door, and the waiter's respectful voice sounded:

"Excuse me, miss, there is a young girl downstairs looking for you two."

Bibi Dong's lips curled into a meaningful arc. She reached out to cup Chen Doudou's chubby cheeks and pinched them, her tone full of mockery:

"Yo, that little girl has come to find you. Doudou, tell me, why is it that everywhere you go, people are so fond of you? It's only been one night, and she's already following you like a little tail."

She had racked her brains but still couldn't understand where that Demon Pill had gone—the one who dared to pee in Tang San's teapot, dared to install a 10cm Lone Bamboo on Tang San's stool, and drove Qian Renxue to jump in rage.

How did he turn into a beloved White Dumpling the moment he reached the lower realm?

Chen Doudou: "..."

He blinked innocently.

Having a high appearance wasn't his fault; could he be blamed for that?

Downstairs at the hotel, the morning breeze blew across the street.

Jiang Nannan stood at the bottom of the steps, holding a basket of eggs and two old hens.

Today, she was wearing a clean, pale blue cloth dress, her hair tied in a simple ponytail, her face slightly flushed from hurrying.

"Chen... Chen Doudou, thank you for healing my mother."

"These are eggs we've saved for a long time, and some chickens we raised at home. Please, you must accept them. Although they aren't worth much, they are a token of our gratitude."

Jiang Nannan said stammeringly, pushing the basket forward with both hands, not daring to look Chen Doudou in the eye.

Chen Doudou had originally wanted to refuse; after all, even though he was broke now, he wasn't lacking this kind of mortal food.

Yet, when he saw the little girl's trembling hands and that pair of timid eyes, he hesitated.

Children have delicate minds, especially those from impoverished families; a casual rejection from someone else could easily make them feel inferior.

"Alright, then I'll accept it."

"Thank you."

Jiang Nannan waved her hands repeatedly, lowering her head in embarrassment: "No need to thank me, I should be the one thanking you. Besides, I already feel terrible about misunderstanding you yesterday."

She paused, then gathered her courage and looked up: "You must be visiting Qingfeng City for the first time, right? How about I act as your guide?"

"Sure."

Bibi Dong agreed readily, a thoughtful look in her eyes: "Then we'll trouble you. Take us to see the best Soul Master Academy in this city."

She sneered inwardly: Heh, Doudou, just you wait!

A noble academy is a place with strict hierarchies where people look down on others.

Soon, those arrogant noble children will surely block your path and even hurl insults because of your shabby attire.

When that happens, I don't believe that you, pampered since childhood, will be able to endure it. Get ready to be enraged! Awaken your evil nature and bully these nobles into the ground!

The three walked side by side, heading toward the city's central district.

The closer they got to the academy, the more magnificent the surrounding buildings became, and the more vibrant the clothing of the pedestrians.

The grand, gilded gates of the Qingfeng Elementary Academy appeared before them.

Because it was the enrollment period, the academy entrance was bustling with noise and heavy traffic.

As far as the eye could see, there were young boys and girls dressed in gorgeous clothes and wearing exquisite jewelry, surrounded by servants, chatting and laughing with an innate sense of superiority.

In such stark contrast, Jiang Nannan, wearing a dress washed until it had faded to white, subconsciously gripped her hem and lowered her head even further.

A sense of inferiority stemming from her background quietly began to spread.

Chen Doudou keenly noticed her small movement, but said nothing, simply taking Jiang Nannan's hand in a natural gesture.

Then, pulling her along, he strode toward that magnificent school gate, which stood as a symbol of class and barriers.

"Hey? Look, those two kids over there are so cute!"

"Yeah, yeah! They look like they were carved from jade, especially the one with purple hair. Her skin is so fair and her features are so delicate; she'll definitely be a great beauty when she grows up!"

"Hey, hey, hey! They have short hair, they might be a boy!"

"Oh, ho, ho, ho~ It doesn't matter if it's a boy! Such a cute little brother, I like him too!"

"Geez, stay away from me, you pervert!"

Listening to the praise around her, Jiang Nannan's previously tense body gradually relaxed, her little face flushing red.

She looked at Chen Doudou in confusion: "Chen Doudou, why... why did you pull me in? This is a noble academy; I'm not allowed in here."

Chen Doudou smiled slightly and said softly: "Sister Nannan, being born into humble circumstances is not a disgrace. Even the best academy is just a place for teaching and nurturing people."

Hum!

In that moment, it was as if something had instantly blasted open the door that had long been trapped in darkness.

A beam of gentle light shone in, completely unobstructed.