A Further Understanding of Soul Tools

Afterward, Zhou Yi began explaining the importance of this special soul bone. "This Secret Method Soul Bone is obtained through a special and cruel method. Any soul beast that kills one hundred of its own kind within half an hour, then uses a secret technique to activate their soul rings, has a ten percent chance of obtaining a Secret Method Soul Bone.

Although this method is considered one of the simpler ways to obtain a soul bone, its success rate is low and the means are far too cruel, so few soul masters would choose to do it.

If you fuse with this soul bone directly, it will grant you a five percent Soul Power Boost. Don't underestimate such a small boost. It is permanent, and once your cultivation reaches a sufficiently powerful level, its effects will become increasingly apparent."

Huo Yuhao took the brocade pouch from Zhou Yi and looked at Wang Dong. Wang Dong waved her hand. "Don't look at me. This soul bone is too ordinary. It doesn't suit me." Huo Yuhao then looked at Lin Qianyi, who likewise shook her head. "Don't look at me either. Keep it for yourself. Its power, Soul Power, and age are all insufficient for me." Seeing that neither of them wanted it, Huo Yuhao could only accept the soul bone helplessly, silently grateful for Teacher Zhou's thoughtfulness.

Zhou Yi called Huo Yuhao and Lin Qianyi aside. Huo Yuhao raised his eyes, anticipation visible within them. "Teacher Zhou, does Teacher Fan Yu's approval mean that..."

Zhou Yi nodded gently, her gaze warm and profound. "Yuhao, you and Qianyi are both rare, intelligent talents. Some things need not be said aloud. I trust you both know where you stand.

But I must remind you that the road ahead is filled with countless forks. You must balance cultivation with the path of Soul Tools. Neither can be neglected."

Huo Yuhao nodded solemnly, determination shining in his eyes.

Zhou Yi then turned to Lin Qianyi and spoke sincerely. "Qianyi, I have to admit that you have displayed extraordinary talent in both the path of soul masters and Soul Tools.

Although you have not encountered many kinds of Soul Tools, if you are willing to enter this field, you will certainly achieve something. Of course, your teacher respects every choice you make."

The words Lin Qianyi had prepared caught in her throat. After a moment, she replied softly, "All right, Teacher. I will consider it carefully."

Zhou Yi brought Huo Yuhao and Lin Qianyi to the Soul Tool Department's laboratory. When Huo Yuhao and Lin Qianyi saw Fan Yu, they both bowed respectfully. "Teacher Fan Yu."

Huo Yuhao's respect came from the bottom of his heart. His humble attitude was filled with reverence for his teacher. Lin Qianyi was respectful as well, but hers seemed more like following a prescribed etiquette, lacking some genuine feeling.

Fan Yu's gaze moved between them, and his originally indifferent eyes now held a touch more warmth. Perhaps he had been moved by the unique auras these two young people gave off. He took the initiative to speak. "I watched both of your freshman assessments. Very good." His voice was calm, yet his praise was unquestionable.

"Thank you for the praise, Teacher Fan Yu," Lin Qianyi replied softly, her tone retaining its perfectly measured politeness.

"Greetings, Teacher Fan Yu," Huo Yuhao said sincerely.

Fan Yu directed more of his attention toward Lin Qianyi and said slowly, "It seems your strength has improved again. Very good. With your talent, you will certainly shine brilliantly in both the Martial Soul Department and the Soul Tool Department." Though his words seemed to acknowledge Lin Qianyi's ability alone, they carried a deeper meaning. He was clearly hinting that she should choose the Soul Tool Department.

Naturally, Lin Qianyi understood Fan Yu's meaning, but she did not rush to give an answer. She merely inclined her head slightly and said softly, "You flatter me, Teacher Fan Yu." Her expression remained calm, without the slightest hint of panic, as though she were weighing something important in her heart.

Fan Yu shifted his gaze to Huo Yuhao and said slowly, "I heard that your Spiritual Detection has improved considerably again. Come, show me."

"Yes!" Huo Yuhao answered crisply. The white soul ring beneath his feet lit up faintly, and in an instant, his eyes turned pale gold, like streaks of dawn piercing through the mist. Immediately afterward, he used Mental Detection Share, passing this wondrous power to Fan Yu, Zhou Yi, and Lin Qianyi.

At first, the range covered by this power was only fifty meters in diameter. Yet just as Fan Yu was about to comment, an astonishing scene occurred—the range of Mental Detection Share slowly began extending outward as though it possessed a will of its own.

This change instantly caught Lin Qianyi and Zhou Yi's attention. They instinctively turned their gazes toward Huo Yuhao. Zhou Yi cried out in disbelief, "Th-this... how did you do that?"

At last, Huo Yuhao stopped expanding Mental Detection Share. Its range had now reached one hundred and twenty meters. "Excellent!" Fan Yu's eyes were filled with approval. "Yuhao, I want to ask you something. As your Soul Power rises, will the detection range of this soul skill continue to grow?" Huo Yuhao nodded slightly, giving an affirmative answer.

The next moment, there was a sharp smack as Fan Yu slammed his hand against the table. The sudden sound startled Zhou Yi and the others, while Lin Qianyi reflexively looked toward Fan Yu, her eyes holding a trace of surprise and confusion.

Fan Yu's gaze moved between Lin Qianyi and Huo Yuhao, filled with appreciation and expectation. Their talents in Soul Tools were like two of the brightest stars, gleaming with limitless possibilities in his eyes. Faced with such excellent seedlings, Fan Yu wished he could pull them to his side immediately and impart everything he knew to them.

He gently patted Huo Yuhao's shoulder, warmth and strength in his palm as if offering encouragement and trust. Then he turned and called out, "Cai Tou, come here." Upon hearing the summons, He Caitou rushed over as though the wind had sprung beneath his feet.

His gaze fell upon Lin Qianyi and Huo Yuhao. Wearing a gentle smile, he nodded slightly. "Hello, we meet again." His voice was like a spring breeze brushing over a lake, soft and warm.

Huo Yuhao responded respectfully, "We meet again, Big Brother He." Lin Qianyi also said politely, "Hello, Big Brother He." Though brief, her words conveyed both familiarity with and respect for He Caitou.

Fan Yu looked deeply at He Caitou and said in a low voice, "Cai Tou, today, let Qianyi and Yuhao witness the true power of a Soul Tool Battle Soul Master. Don't hold back." He Caitou's expression sharpened. "Yes, Teacher."

With movements as fluid as flowing clouds and water, he patted his waist twice. Though this technique resembled what he had used before, the energy it gave off was far stronger than before. In an instant, three soul rings appeared beneath his feet, yellow, yellow, and purple, their colors reflecting one another.

Huo Yuhao activated Spiritual Detection, while Lin Qianyi summoned her martial soul. The Soul Tool Cannon in Huo Yuhao's hands seemed to have been infused with a soul, perfectly merging with his Soul Power. Its might suddenly surged, like a colossal beast awakening and gathering strength to strike.

"Second Soul Skill: Azure Luan Bodyguard!" Lin Qianyi's clear voice rang out. In an instant, a barrier formed from azure-green feathers appeared before her. Faint blue radiance shimmered within it like fallen stars, glowing with mysterious light.

When the Soul Tool Cannon's attack came roaring toward her, Lin Qianyi could clearly sense that its energy far surpassed the last time. The overwhelming force made the Soul Power around her body fluctuate wildly, flickering in and out of sight. She seized the fleeting opportunity and barely blocked the attack. Even so, the terrifying power forced her several steps back. With a sidestep, she narrowly evaded the possible follow-up attack, while Huo Yuhao beside her could also vividly feel that chilling force.

When Fan Yu's gaze rested upon Lin Qianyi and Huo Yuhao, both wore rather solemn expressions. Fan Yu asked softly, "Well?" A trace of shock flashed through Huo Yuhao's eyes as he slowly said, "So strong!" Lin Qianyi nodded faintly and sighed. "That level of power is truly formidable, far beyond what I imagined."

Fan Yu's gaze was gentle as he explained, "What you saw was only a portion of the energy displayed by Cai Tou's Soul Tool Cannon with his current cultivation.

To fully unleash the true power of this Soul Tool Cannon, its user must cultivate to the rank of Soul Sage." He paused, then looked at the two of them sincerely. "If you are willing, I am willing to take in two more disciples."