Douluo: A Person in Peerless, Fake God Chapter 32

Level 2 Soul Master!

Three months later.

Grade 6 teaching area, Laboratory 7.

Su Luoheng stood before the lab bench, clutching a small, sky-blue metal sphere in his left hand while his right hand moved with lightning speed, wielding a carving knife. His movements were concise and nimble, each stroke neither too deep nor too shallow, perfectly etching soul guidance patterns onto the surface of the sphere.

The metal sphere rotated continuously, and the carving knife in his right hand never ceased its rhythm.

Fine metal dust sprinkled lightly onto the lab bench.

Su Luoheng gradually became immersed in the intricate lines and runes, his entire being devoted to the task, as if he had forgotten the surrounding environment, time, space, and all other things.

As time passed, the patterns on the surface of the metal sphere became increasingly complex and exquisite.

At the same time, a peculiar aura began to emanate from the sphere.

Finally, as the last stroke was completed, Su Luoheng stopped and set down the carving knife. Looking at the core array he had inscribed with his own hands, he focused his intent, and soul power flowed slowly from his palm into the object. Instantly, the metal sphere erupted with a dazzling, brilliant light!

The Level 2 soul device core array was complete!

Su Luoheng held the core array, a satisfied smile tugging at the corners of his lips.

Three months of hard work had finally led to this moment of harvest.

"Teacher, I succeeded."

"Good, good, good! Luoheng, you did very well, even better than I expected! To master soul guidance patterns in just three months—I declare that from this moment on, you are a true Level 2 Soul Master! You are also the first in the second grade to achieve this!"

Elder Ran stroked his long beard with satisfaction, a gratified smile on his face.

Su Luoheng, his disciple, was a Level 2 Soul Master!

The core array he had just completed was the final requirement to qualify as a Level 2 Soul Master.

Since becoming Elder Ran's apprentice, Su Luoheng had spent nearly three months of hard work completing five different types of soul devices and mastering soul guidance patterns. Such a rate of progress far exceeded Elder Ran's expectations; this level of talent was extremely rare even within the Sun Moon Empire.

Elder Ran was feeling very excited right now!

Do not forget, Su Luoheng was only ten years old—a ten-year-old Level 2 Soul Master!

In the entire history of soul masters in the Sun Moon Empire, such individuals could be counted on one hand. One could only imagine how brilliant his future would be!

His ability to finish this in three months was not due to talent alone.

His Analysis soul skill was one factor, but Su Luoheng's own diligence was another.

Elder Ran felt very fortunate to have decisively taken Su Luoheng as his student three months ago. Where else could one find a student who was both so talented and so hardworking?

"Good boy, Luoheng!"

"Teacher, you are too kind; it is all thanks to your guidance."

Su Luoheng was uncharacteristically humble, though it was indeed true that Elder Ran's instruction had been excellent.

If he had continued learning soul devices the way he had before, reaching the level of a Level 2 Soul Master would have been something to consider only after reaching level twenty.

"Hahaha..."

Elder Ran patted his shoulder, teasing him with a smile, "Oh? You've learned to be humble? Luoheng, that doesn't sound like you, does it?"

Su Luoheng laughed, "Hehe, isn't this what you told me—to be modest?"

Elder Ran chuckled and tossed a badge over to him. "Here, this is your Level 2 Soul Master badge. Keep it safe."

Su Luoheng thanked him and caught the exquisite, water-blue octagonal star badge with both hands. The two diamonds embedded in it, representing his status as a Level 2 Soul Master, reflected iridescent colors in the sunlight, shining brilliantly.

His fingertips brushed over the water-blue badge, the texture smooth and pleasant.

Su Luoheng tightened his grip, let out a soft breath, and couldn't help but mutter to himself, "Finally... I have finally become a Level 2 Soul Master."

Being able to complete five Level 2 soul devices in three months, aside from his powerful talent as a soul master, was also due to the effort he had put in, which could not be ignored. During this period, he had immersed himself in soul device studies every day, only returning to his dormitory from the lab when the night was deep.

Talent and hard work went hand in hand.

Fortunately, he had not let his own efforts go to waste.

At the moment of reaping the fruits of his labor, all the hardship he had endured felt worth it.

This badge, symbolizing his status as a Level 2 Soul Master, was the best proof.

"I did it. A Level 2 Soul Master."

"Yes, you did very well."

Meanwhile, watching Su Luoheng pin the Level 2 Soul Master badge to his chest, Elder Ran, as his teacher, also wore a look of gratification.

When a disciple succeeds, the teacher is naturally happy!

Su Luoheng remembered something and suddenly spoke up, "By the way, Teacher, I have finished reading those books you gave me last time."

"Go ahead and pick a few more from the bookshelf in the back."

"Understood."

Su Luoheng walked to the bookshelf, familiar with the routine, and began to browse.

Over the past few months, he had long since familiarized himself with the laboratory. As for the reason—he was the one responsible for the weekly deep cleaning.

Teacher Ran "graciously" called it an opportunity to build character.

Meanwhile, Ran Yuming was considering Su Luoheng's future study schedule.

Whether one was a Soul Master or a Soul Tool Master, soul power was the absolute priority.

Level 2 was the current ceiling for Su Luoheng's soul power, so any further progress in soul tool mastery would first require a breakthrough in his cultivation.

However, increasing soul power was not something that could be rushed.

It seemed he should put soul tool studies on the back burner for now and focus primarily on soul power and Soul Master training.

With this in mind, Ran Yuming spoke up to advise him, "Luoheng, your progress as a Soul Tool Master is rapid, but you cannot neglect your cultivation as a Soul Master."

"Don't worry, Teacher. I feel like my soul power is about to break through."

"Approaching level 18?" Ran Yuming raised an eyebrow.

"Yes."

Su Luoheng nodded and patted his chest, his expression filled with the confidence of youth.

Although he had been pouring most of his energy into soul tools during this time, every time he inscribed a core array, it served as a workout for his soul power, which was why it had been steadily rising.

Hearing this, Ran Yuming felt relieved.

At the same time, his mind began to race: with Su Luoheng's talent, he was qualified to compete for certain resources.

For instance, that batch of medicinal pills and spirit fruits reserved for core students.

He remembered the last batch of side-effect-free pills had been refined a week ago; there should still be plenty of stock left in the academy's warehouse after seven days, right?

Ran Yuming decided he would go and try his luck.

After all, his apprentice was a ten-year-old Level 2 Soul Tool Master!

At this age, such a rank was enough to prove everything.

Tsk, tsk.

There were those who had doubted his judgment before; if they knew his apprentice had already reached Level 2, their expressions would surely be quite something to behold.

Especially Lin Jiayi!

Thinking of this, Ran Yuming stroked his long beard, a playful smile flickering in his eyes.

Now that he thought about it, he was actually looking forward to it.

Ran Yuming gave Su Luoheng a half-day off as a reward for becoming a Level 2 Soul Tool Master.

As for himself, he headed straight for the Dean's office. Lin Jiayi was incredibly shocked to learn that Su Luoheng had broken through to Level 2, but since that batch of pills was of vital importance, he dared not make the decision on his own. After calming Teacher Ran down, he immediately reported the news to Jing Hongchen for a final verdict.

Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy, Experimental Zone Center.

Mingde Hall.

Lin Jiayi stood respectfully before Jing Hongchen, reporting the news about Su Luoheng.

At first, Jing Hongchen didn't pay much mind, leaning back in his chair and sipping tea with a calm expression. It wasn't until Lin Jiayi mentioned that Su Luoheng had reached Level 2 that he paused, sat up straight, and his expression turned increasingly astonished.

"That child has broken through to Level 2? Are you certain?"

"Yes. Teacher Ran came personally a quarter of an hour ago to explain. The child's first soul skill is Analysis, which allows him to perceive the core arrays of soul tools. He also brought five Level 2 soul tools he crafted himself. I have already inspected them thoroughly, and there should be no issues."

As Lin Jiayi spoke, he took out the five soul tools.

"Analysis soul skill?!"

Jing Hongchen didn't even bother with the soul tools; he stood up from his chair in an instant.

His sharp gaze was fixed intently on Lin Jiayi.

"Yes. Teacher Ran has already tested it. For now, he can analyze Level 2 or Level 3 soul tools. According to Teacher Ran's estimation, once his soul power breaks through, the scope of his analysis should increase accordingly."

Lin Jiayi didn't hold anything back, immediately laying out everything he knew.

"To think there is such a unique soul skill!"

After hearing Lin Jiayi's words, a flash of shock crossed Jing Hongchen's eyes, and a ripple of emotion stirred in his heart.

The ability to analyze soul tools!

This skill might not show much utility in the field of Soul Masters, but for a Soul Tool Master, it was the most compatible "divine skill." As long as he grew normally and was nurtured by their Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy, provided he didn't perish prematurely, he would surely become a Level 9 Soul Tool Master in the future!

It was fortunate that such a genius was in their own academy.

Moreover, such talent for soul tools could only be fully realized within their academy!

Why wasn't this mentioned when he enrolled?

Had someone overlooked it?

Thinking of this, Jing Hongchen asked casually, "Why wasn't such important information recorded when he enrolled?"

"Hall Master, Teacher Ran was responsible for testing Su Luoheng when he enrolled."

Lin Jiayi cupped his hands in a salute and said with a bitter smile.

Hearing this, a flash of realization crossed Jing Hongchen's eyes as he chuckled, "No wonder, so that's how it is... I was wondering why Elder Ran insisted on taking that child in back then; the root of it lies here!"

"Your subordinate only just figured it out as well."

Thinking back now to how he had tried to dissuade Elder Ran at the time, he felt truly embarrassed.

Jing Hongchen sat back down in his chair and began to tease him.

"Jiayi, you aren't doing a very good job as Dean of Academic Affairs~ From now on, the martial souls, soul skills, and all other information for incoming students must be clearly recorded in the registry."

"The Hall Master is right; your subordinate will be more careful in the future."

Lin Jiayi lowered his head in embarrassment; this matter was indeed his own oversight.

After the laughter died down.

Jing Hongchen straightened his expression and signaled for Lin Jiayi to continue.

"The reason Elder Ran informed your subordinate this time that Su Luoheng has already reached the level of a second-class soul master is mainly because he wants to request Soul Condensing Pills without side effects for his disciple."

"Soul Condensing Pills..."

Upon hearing this, Jing Hongchen set down his teacup and tapped his fingertips against the tabletop.

After a moment of contemplation, he finally spoke, "How many are left from our last batch of perfect-quality pills?"

Lin Jiayi did a quick calculation and said, "We have already distributed two rounds to the core students, so there should be about forty or so left in the pill room."

"Then give that child, Su Luoheng, two of them first," Jing Hongchen ordered in a deep voice after a brief thought.

Lin Jiayi hesitated for a moment before speaking up: "Hall Master, isn't two a bit too many?"

The Soul Condensing Pill was a type of medicine independently developed by their Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy, refined from over a dozen precious medicinal herbs. Its primary purpose was to increase a soul master's soul power and absorption speed, and it was suitable for soul masters below the level of Soul Ancestor. Because of its mild medicinal properties and lack of side effects, it was always in short supply on the market within the Sun Moon Empire, despite its high price.

Furthermore, only the academy's core students were entitled to receive one pill per month.