Six months ago, Qin Ming's second-stage training mission began, and the only requirement for the Heaven Dou Imperial Team was to obtain a single or double Silver Soul Badge within one year.
With only one Soul Fighting to fight each day, the course became easier. However, Qin Ming would still request another gathering every other week to check on everyone's progress.
Upon learning that Dugu Yan's level had suddenly increased to level thirty-seven, Yu Tianheng and the others were all extremely surprised.
The Shi Mo Brothers were always silent; their thirst for knowledge could only be seen in their eyes.
Ye Lingling, who was usually silent, looked hesitant and unsure of what to say.
Finally, Yu Feng spoke first, clutching Dugu Yan's skirt with eager anticipation, " Sister Yan, please teach me! How did you do that? I want to become your apprentice!"
"It was a secret technique my grandfather used on me; only those of the Jade Phosphorous Serpent lineage can use it." Dugu Yan laughed heartily, leaning down to poke Yu Feng's forehead. "If you're willing to marry into my sister's family, maybe your daughter can use it someday."
Having experienced the effects of the Eight-Petal Immortal Orchid, Dugu Yan already knew the preciousness of the herbs in the medicinal garden, and naturally would not reveal it casually.
"Level 38! Sister Yan, you've leveled up six times in just one week!" Yu Feng's mouth gaped open enough to fit a Soul Crystal. He counted on his fingers, " Sister Yan, at this rate, you'll be the education committee member by the end of the year. Even Teacher Qin will have to work under you then."
Dugu Yan chuckled, amused. "Such good things don't always happen. My grandfather's secret technique can only be used this once."
"Is it a secret method for purifying bloodlines?"
After a moment's thought, Yu Tianheng suddenly asked a question.
The Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon inherited the bloodline of an ancient true dragon. Each member of the clan is said to have a certain purity of bloodline at birth. The higher the purity of bloodline, the higher the Innate Soul Power, and the stronger the physical body and the power of lightning after Dragon Transformation.
Yu Tianheng subconsciously categorized Dugu Yan's improvement in this way as well.
"Pretty much, little Hengheng."
After her Soul Power increased, Dugu Yan regained her elder sister aura, remaining silent no matter how Yu Tianheng teased her.
Fang Lin stood aside, silently observing the situation.
Given Yu Tianheng's personality, a strong woman and a weak man make for a potentially difficult Dragon Serpent Duo.
Not long after Fang Lin returned from the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, Yu Tianheng broke through to level 30 and then continued to rise rapidly, now reaching Soul Power Level.
Normally, he should be able to match or even surpass Dugu Yan after absorbing the Soul Bone.
But who would have thought that Cassiopeia would receive an epic buff?
Besides Dugu Yan and Yu Tianheng, the Soul Power Level of the rest of the Imperial Fighting Team have also increased significantly.
The Shi Mo Brothers are level 32 and 31 respectively, while Yu Feng and Ye Lingling are both level 29. However, Yu Feng is at the peak of level 29, close to level 30, while Ye Lingling has only recently broken through.
The fact that most people level up every three to four months indicates that their Soul Power talent level is generally around level seven or eight.
Fang Lin thought about it and realized it made sense. Innate Soul Power is built upon the quality of one's Martial Soul, and the quality of everyone's Martial Soul was generally not bad.
Besides Yu Feng.
The Wind Chime Bird's Martial Soul quality is a level lower than both the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon and the Black Tortoise, at most approaching that of the Jade Phosphorous Serpent.
Something's not right. Something's definitely not right.
Fang Lin strained to open his eyes wide, scrutinizing Yu Feng as he laughed and joked with Dugu Yan, a faint glint of Soul Power even appearing in his eyes.
However, it was perfectly fair and just.
Unable to find any evidence, Fang Lin could only attribute Yu Feng's cultivation speed to innate talent.
Several people surrounded Dugu Yan in amazement. Du Qin Ming frowned slightly and called out to Dugu Yan with a worried expression, "Relying on external objects to increase Soul Power is ultimately not the right path, and to increase it so suddenly, won't there be any hidden dangers?"
In the Soul Master World, there are many items that can directly enhance Soul Power, such as Soul Crystal and some special medicines, but they all have great limitations in their use and may even deplete future potential.
Dugu Yan blinked and subconsciously looked at Fang Lin.
She was also curious about whether such a miraculous herb had any side effects.
"Don't worry, Teacher Qin, Dugu Yan's cultivation will only accelerate from here on out; there won't be any situation where she's forced to grow too fast," Fang Lin explained.
So you found out?
Qin Ming's expression was strange. Remembering the relationship between Fang Lin and Dugu Bo, he remained silent.
However, Dugu Yan's sudden surge in Soul Power forced him to adjust the training plan for the Imperial Fighting Team.
"My original plan was to wait until Yu Feng and Ye Lingling broke through to the Soul Elder before letting you start the seven-person Soul Fighting. But now, I'm afraid you'll be directly matched with Soul Ancestor teams by then." Qin Ming said with a wry smile.
In the Seven-Person Soul Fighting, the opponent is determined by the Soul Master with the highest Soul Power Level in the team. If there is a Soul Ancestor in the team, the opponents will be all Soul Ancestor, or even peak Soul Ancestor.
In extreme cases, a newly promoted four-ring Soul Master might appear, leading six Soul Elder, to directly confront seven peak Soul Ancestor.
No matter how great the advantage of Martial Soul is, it cannot make up for the gap.
"Starting tomorrow, I will book a hotel for you in Heaven Dou City. In addition to individual Soul Fighting every day, there will also be a seven-person Soul Fighting. The goal of the seven-person Soul Fighting is also to Silver Soul Badge."
Qin Ming's words made Fang Lin's pockets tighten.
" Teacher Qin, we're not going to have to pay for the hotel ourselves, are we?"
Fang Lin recalled the ten Gold Soul Coin he paid for a night's lodging last time. Even though prices in the outer city were not as high as in the inner city, land was still incredibly valuable. The Five-Thousand-Year Whale Rubber he had bought last time had already emptied his savings.
Qin Ming glanced at Fang Lin, his expression speaking volumes.
"Winning a match in the Seven-Person Soul Fighting will reward you with 100 gold souls. The rewards will increase with winning streaks and badge advancement. As long as you maintain your win rate, you can live in the Jade Pavilion every day. If not, you'll have to sleep on the streets."
Jade Pavilion, the most famous hotel in Heaven Dou City, offers one-on-one service from female Beast Soul Master with top-notch attitude, and provides complimentary pastries made by Food System Soul Master throughout the day.
Fang Lin overheard some guards talking about it when he was at the Xue Beng Palace.
The next morning, Qin Ming led everyone to Heaven Dou City. After entering the city, the group went straight to the Great Soul Arena to register for the Seven-Person Soul Fighting.
The Iron Soul Badge, Soul Elder item, has a simple and unadorned appearance, is about an inch thick, and is engraved with the four characters " Imperial Fighting Team ".
After receiving the badge, Qin Ming went straight to the team battle registration point and returned to the group shortly afterward.
"The team Soul Fighting will be in the evening, and all of you will be participating. If you want to register for the solo or duo Soul Fighting, please make sure to schedule it at a different time."
Team Soul Fighting have a maximum of ten players and a minimum of seven players. The final number of players in the battle will be determined by the team with the fewest players. Since the Imperial Fighting Team only has seven players, there is no rotation or rest.
"Let's start tonight? We haven't had any team Soul Fighting yet, is it okay to go straight to it?" Yu Feng scratched his head, his words echoing the questions on everyone else's minds.
" Teacher Qin, can you get information about our opponents?" Fang Lin asked.
Of the Imperial Fighting Team, only he and Dugu Yan have slightly higher Soul Power Level. Yu Tianheng and the other two have just broken through to Soul Elder, while Yu Feng and Ye Lingling are still Soul Grandmaster. They are at least two Thousand-Year Soul Ring behind their opponents. Knowing the opponent's information will increase their chances of winning to some extent.
Qin Ming shook his head. " The Soul Fighting Arena won't reveal your opponents' information beforehand. All you can do is adapt to the situation on the stage based on your previous training experience. Now, go to the inn where you're staying and rest to get your energy back."