Upon hearing this, Yu Xiaogang remained silent for a moment, " Xiao San, one failure does not mean that the Blue Silver Grass Martial Soul is truly weak."
"This time it was just the Blazing Fire Academy's Fire-type that happened to be able to counter your Blue Silver Grass."
The reason you lost this competition was simply because your Martial Soul were countered, not because of the Martial Soul themselves.
"Even if any other plant-type Soul Master had been in this match today, they couldn't have done better than you."
Tang San looked at Yu Xiaogang, his eyes still showing obvious disappointment. "Teacher, I understand what you mean."
But it wasn't just Blazing Fire Academy —when facing Elephant Armor Academy, my Blue Silver Grass Martial Soul was equally vulnerable. This wasn't a matter of elemental advantage, but simply a difference in Martial Soul strength.
Yu Xiaogang sighed inwardly.
How could he not know this?
The Diamond Mammoth's defense and strength are indeed not something Tang San's current Blue Silver Grass can easily overcome.
But he couldn't say those words aloud.
What Tang San needs right now is confidence, not further setbacks.
"The situation at the Elephant Armor Academy is indeed unique."
Yu Xiaogang carefully chose his words, "Their Martial Soul are known for their defense, so it's understandable that your Blue Silver Grass's control effect is weakened."
But this doesn't mean that Blue Silver Grass is actually weak.
"You must understand that the strength of Martial Soul is not determined by a single moment's victory or defeat."
The Blue Silver Grass's control and adaptability are unmatched by other Martial Soul; with proper tactics, it can still play a significant role.
Upon hearing this, Tang San's eyes flickered, but his disappointment remained.
He remained silent for a long time before finally asking the question that had been weighing on his mind for so long, "Teacher, when exactly can I switch to studying the Clear Sky Hammer?"
Yu Xiaogang sighed inwardly again.
It did come, just as expected.
This wasn't the first time Tang San had expressed his desire to switch to training the Clear Sky Hammer.
This trend had already emerged after the hard-fought victory against the Elephant Armor Academy, but he suppressed it temporarily with various excuses at the time.
In retrospect, this defeat to the Blazing Fire Academy has been a far greater blow to Tang San than expected.
" Xiao San, there's no rush to switch to repairing the Clear Sky Hammer."
Yu Xiaogang tried his best to make his voice sound more convincing.
"You need to understand that Twin Martial Souls and switching to cultivating the Second Martial Soul too early may not be a good thing."
"Moreover, attribute advantage is the norm in Soul Master battles. Your Blue Silver Grass is countered by the Blazing Fire Academy, but Fire-type is also countered by Water-type."
This is also why Blazing Fire Academy lost to the Skywater Academy.
What does this mean? It means there is no truly invincible Martial Soul, only the most suitable tactics and timing.
"Furthermore, elemental weaknesses are mutual. Your Blue Silver Grass is indeed afraid of fire, but that doesn't mean it's useless."
Even against other types of opponents, Blue Silver Grass's control abilities remain outstanding. If you encounter an opponent that Blue Silver Grass counters, the control effects of your Martial Soul will only become more effective!
Tang San's lips moved as if he wanted to say something, but in the end he remained silent.
After a moment, he spoke in a low voice.
"Teacher, I know you mean well, but... Blue Silver Grass is really too weak."
Tang San's tone was full of resentment.
"Faced with opponents of the same level, I have absolutely no advantage. If it weren't for the fortunate acquisition of the External Soul Bone, the Eight Spider Lances, which barely boosted my combat power, this situation would have been completely exposed long ago."
"My cultivation level is approaching level forty-four. With the support of three Soul Bone, my physical condition is sufficient to withstand Ten Thousand Year Soul Ring."
Tang San raised his head and looked at Yu Xiaogang.
"If I switch to cultivating the Clear Sky Hammer now, I'm confident I can add a full set of Ten Thousand Year Soul Ring to it. At that time, even if my cultivation hasn't broken through to the Soul King level, I can still fight Soul King with the power of the Clear Sky Hammer."
"But now? Blue Silver Grass —it's really holding me back."
At this point in Tang San's speech, Yu Xiaogang also fell silent.
After a long Youyou, Tang San asked another question, "Teacher, how exactly is the cultivation method for Twin Martial Souls solved?"
His voice was soft, but every word struck Yu Xiaogang's heart like a heavy hammer.
"If I continue cultivating the Blue Silver Grass, and wait until I raise it to the fifth or Six Rings, and then switch to cultivating the Clear Sky Hammer— "
What if my body can't handle the attribute boost from the Soul Ring?
Tang San's eyes became confused. "What if the Blue Silver Grass isn't strong enough, and I can't cultivate the Clear Sky Hammer? If that's the case, wouldn't I be stuck in a rut instead of being single-minded?"
His voice trailed off. "In that case, I might go from a future Titled Douluo with the Clear Sky Hammer to someone who's stuck at the level of a Blue Silver Grass Soul King or Soul Emperor for life, unable to advance an inch."
At this point, a resolute glint flashed in Tang San's eyes. "If that's really the case, then I absolutely cannot accept it."
The room fell silent again.
Upon hearing this, Yu Xiaogang's expression turned serious.
Tang San's question struck a nerve with him, hitting the spot where it hurt the most.
The problem of not being able to cultivate Twin Martial Souls simultaneously is precisely what Yu Xiaogang has been trying to solve for Tang San all these years.
Unfortunately, despite his years of research, he still hasn't found a solution.
Perhaps the answer lies with Bibi Dong, but their current relationship...
Thinking of this, Yu Xiaogang clenched his fist, his nails digging deep into his palm.
He had already made his decision. Once the preliminary rounds here were over, he would head to Spirit City to find Bibi Dong and try to acquire the cultivation method for Twin Martial Souls.
Even if it comes at a price, he will find a way out for Tang San.
But he couldn't say that to Tang San right now.
Yu Xiaogang opened his mouth, wanting to say something comforting, but found himself unable to utter a single word.
He, who was always invincible in theory, felt an unprecedented sense of powerlessness in the face of his disciple's confusion.
Just as Yu Xiaogang was wondering how to answer, a deep voice came from outside.
Don't underestimate yourself.
The voice wasn't loud, but it carried an undeniable authority. "Your grass is no less valuable than your hammer."
He had already recognized the owner of the voice.
Yu Xiaogang's expression also changed, and he abruptly turned to look at the doorway.
The door was pushed open silently, and a tall figure walked in.
The man, dressed in a gray cloth robe with messy hair, was none other than Clear Sky Douluo, Tang Hao.
" Your His Excellency Haotian," Yu Xiaogang quickly rose and bowed.
Tang Hao nodded slightly, his gaze falling on Tang San.
"Father—" Tang San's voice trembled.
He didn't expect Tang Hao to appear at this time.
Tang Hao walked up to Tang San. "I heard everything outside."
Immediately, he turned his gaze to Yu Xiaogang, " Grandmaster, don't you also think that Xiao San's Blue Silver Grass is inferior to his Clear Sky Hammer?"
Yu Xiaogang hesitated for a moment, then nodded. "Judging from the quality of Martial Soul, Blue Silver Grass is indeed incomparable to a top-tier Martial Soul like the Clear Sky Hammer."