Su Yu heard the reproach in Bibi Dong's voice and eased the pressure of his hands, gently kneading her shoulders.
"Teacher, you're more important to me than anyone else. Besides, how are you old?"
"You're clearly in the prime of your life, Teacher, and far lovelier to look at than those young girls."
His words were obviously flattery, but Bibi Dong seemed to enjoy them. The corners of her lips lifted almost imperceptibly as she said mildly,
"Such a sweet tongue. I sensed a change in your aura. Did you gain something else on this trip?"
"Yes. By a fortunate coincidence, I obtained a Soul Bone. After absorbing it, my Soul Power broke through."
"With Poison Douluo and Chi Yan's help, I obtained my fifth Soul Ring. My strength has now reached rank fifty-six."
At that, Bibi Dong raised her brows slightly, her gaze lingering on him a moment longer.
"A Soul Bone? You certainly were lucky." Then she changed tack, her tone turning serious.
"But you mustn't absorb Soul Bones so casually next time. You should know that, apart from External Soul Bones, every Soul Master has six crucial Soul Bones."
"Each of those six Soul Bones can only be absorbed once in a lifetime. Every one affects the foundation of your future. How could you be careless?"
She looked at Su Yu, her eyes earnest. "I will keep an eye out for suitable Soul Bones for you. Every one must be a perfect match for you and help you go further."
"From now on, without my permission, you mustn't casually absorb any Soul Bone other than an External Soul Bone. Understood?"
Seeing her solemn expression, Su Yu quickly nodded. "I understand. Thank you for your concern, Teacher."
"The circumstances were unusual this time. That Soul Bone happened to