Jing Hongchen stared in astonishment at the Soul Body Tester. This was one of the three most advanced detection instruments in their entire Mingde Hall, yet it was now giving him data corruption. This meant that Wu Ling possessed power within him that surpassed that of a level 95 Titled Douluo.
"The data is alright, Master Jing," Wu Ling asked knowingly.
"... Young Master's talent has truly broadened my horizons. Compared to my grandson who claims to be the best in the world, he is far superior."
"Originally, there were three items in the physical test, but I won't embarrass myself in front of you, young master. If it were you, you could skip the last two." As he said this, Jing Hongchen's heart was bleeding. Even if he wanted to repair this level of testing equipment, it would take him some time. Therefore, from now on, he was determined not to let Wu Ling touch the other two testing instruments.
Wu Ling nodded in understanding, then took the clothes Huo Yu'er handed him. As he put them on, he said to Huo Yu'er, "Yu'er, this looks like a lot of fun. Why don't you try it too?"
Upon hearing Wu Ling's words, Jing Hongchen also looked at Huo Yu'er. In fact, at first, he thought Huo Yu'er was just like a servant or follower. The reason was mainly because Huo Yu'er's Soul Power fluctuations were too weak, just like a freshman who had just entered school.
However, after careful consideration, Jing Hongchen realized that with Wu Ling's talent, status, and strength, he wouldn't be surprised if Wu Ling Titled Douluo a servant, let alone a first or second-ring servant. In addition, Wu Ling's attitude and tone towards Huo Yu'er further convinced Jing Hongchen that their relationship was unusual.
"Young master, may I ask who this young lady is...?" Jing Hongchen asked tentatively.
Wu Ling didn't hide anything from Huo Yu'er, after all, his main purpose now was to build momentum for Huo Yu'er Huo Yu'er that she could live a better life after he left.
"Her name is Huo Yu'er. She was the first person I met on this continent. After testing her, I discovered her immense talent, so I took her as my disciple."
That's why I came here. I'll be leaving this continent in less than a year, so before that, I need to find her a place to settle down. After careful consideration, I decided to make this my home.
"Of course, whether or not to let her actually stay here remains to be seen." As Wu Ling spoke, she gently rubbed Huo Yu'er's head, and Huo Yu'er's face showed a comfortable expression.
This incredibly heartwarming scene went completely unnoticed by Jing Hongchen, who was currently processing the vast amount of information contained in Wu Ling's words.
"1. Huo Yu'er was the first person Wu Ling met on this continent, and given her status as his disciple, she must be very important to Wu Ling."
2. Wu Ling will leave the continent within a year, but Huo Yu'er will stay.
3. Since he is an apprentice, Huo Yu'er will definitely learn Wu Ling's skills, and may even include manufacturing techniques that he is unaware of.
4. Huo Yu'er has a very high talent, even a monster like Wu Ling praised her highly." Thinking about it this way, the idea of poaching Huo Yu'er or getting close to Wu Ling through Huo Yu'er gradually emerged in Jing Hongchen's mind.
As for Wu Ling's final mention of "careful consideration," Jing Hongchen said he didn't believe those two words at all. It's like haggling when buying vegetables; you only haggle over the price when you really want to buy something. When Wu Ling brought Huo Yu'er here, Wu Ling had already made up his mind. His talk of "careful consideration" was just an excuse to gain more benefits.
Of course, even if Wu Ling didn't mention it, Jing Hongchen would still provide Wu Ling with exceptional treatment, only now this treatment has changed from one person to two.
During this time, Jing Hongchen had already prepared another instrument. "Miss Huo, please use this instrument for testing."
"Yes, Master Jing. But you don't need to call me Miss Huo, just call me Huo Yu'er or Yu'er." With that, Huo Yu'er walked over...
"Physical strength: Level 15; Physical resilience: Level 16; Soul Power fluctuation: Level 19! Height: 1.69 meters; Weight: 57 kilograms; Left arm length:... Bone age: 11 years old; Overall rating: Spirit Master."
Huo Yu'er's data was normal, even extremely normal. But it was precisely because it was so normal that Jing Hongchen was hesitant to be certain. After all, Wu Ling had described Huo Yu'er as possessing immense talent. This initial doubt changed completely after Jing Hongchen tested Huo Yu'er's first Spirit Skill. Afterwards, Jing Hongchen commented on Huo Yu'er: "Above-average talent, top-tier Spirit Skill, definitely a researcher. No wonder Wu Ling has taken a liking to her."
Then, with Jing Hongchen's help, Wu Ling and Huo Yu'er settled down here, and Wu Ling's formal teaching of Huo Yu'er gradually got on track.
--Five months later
" Ice Empress's Pincer!"
In the Training Grounds, Huo Yu'er's hands suddenly took on a diamond-like texture, and she used these hands to strike Wu Ling fiercely.
Wu Ling didn't even have Soul Power. If he had just tapped Huo Yu'er so lightly, Huo Yu'er's Ice Empress's Pincer would have been deflected by Wu Ling.
"No, no, go faster, adjust the angle again, and you need to see clearly how your punch 'came' into my palm just now." Wu Ling continued to explain combat techniques to Huo Yu'er while swatting away the oncoming Soul Power ray.
Five months have passed since Wu Ling and Huo Yu'er moved into the Sun Moon Royal Soul Engineer Academy. During these five months, Huo Yu'er and Wu Ling's schedules have been packed full.
Wu Ling traded a low-level cultivation technique and some improved Magic Circle that could be driven by Soul Power for all the Soul Tool below the Soul Saint in the entire Mingde Hall.
Furthermore, in the academic discussion involving only the two of them, both Wu Ling and Jing Hongchen said they benefited greatly. The exchange between two top forging Grandmaster from different eras and with different skills indeed provided both of them with a wealth of ideas.
During this period, Wu Ling's Soul Power Level had reached level 70, but because he was worried that Tang San might still have a backup plan in the Spirit Ring, he had not absorbed it yet.
Huo Yu'er didn't have this worry. Because of Wu Ling's intervention, her Soul Power Level had risen to level 20 three months ago. Under Wu Ling's instruction, Huo Yu'er, just like in the original story, went to the Far North alone. It took her a month, and she successfully obtained the Ice Jade Empress Scorpion as her Second Martial Soul.
Now, it's Huo Yu'er's practical lesson, with Wu Ling Huo Yu'er instructing her on combat skills.