The Will of the Strong
Early the next morning, at the Class Zero training ground.
Tang Wulin arrived exceptionally early, standing by the field with his fists clenched, glancing at the entrance every now and then, a mix of nervousness and anticipation.
Not long after, Gu Yue walked in.
Clad in white with silver hair, he walked with steady steps, exuding a faint, cool aura.
"Gu Yue!" Tang Wulin called out subconsciously, then, a little embarrassed, scratched his head. "Good morning."
Gu Yue glanced at him and nodded slightly. "Good morning."
She walked to the other side of the venue and stood there without saying anything more.
Tang Wulin took a deep breath and, as Wu Changkong had instructed, moved closer to Gu Yue, about two meters away. He then sat down cross-legged and began to meditate.
The Soul Power circulated slowly along the meridians. At first, there was no feeling, but after about half a minute, a strange change occurred.
The originally steady flow of Soul Power gradually accelerated, and the meridians felt warm, with each circulation being smoother than usual.
It really works!
Tang Wulin was overjoyed and almost lost his meditative state.
He quickly composed himself and focused on his cultivation.
One lap, two laps...
The speed at which his Soul Power circulated was getting faster and faster, a full 30% faster than his usual meditation!
The effect was even more pronounced than when I resonated with Wang Jinxi!
Tang Wulin was overjoyed.
At this rate, it won't be long before he catches up with everyone's Soul Power Level!
When the Skysea Alliance Grand Competition comes, he will be able to contribute more, achieve a good ranking, and win prize money to buy spiritual items.
Kill two birds with one stone!
He was engrossed in his practice when a soft laugh came from beside him.
"Hey, getting so close so early in the morning?"
Xie Xie strolled over casually, nudged Tang Wulin who had just opened his eyes with his elbow, and winked, "Not bad, Tang Wulin! I knew the way you looked at Gu Yue yesterday was weird, and sure enough, something was up!"
"Don't talk nonsense!" Tang Wulin blushed and quickly waved his hand, "It's bloodline resonance! Teacher Wu said that cultivating together can increase speed!"
"Bloodline resonance?" Xie Xie raised an eyebrow, his expression saying, "I don't believe you for a second." "I don't have that resonance. I think you're just after her..."
"Xie Xie!" Tang Wulin was anxious and stood up to argue with him.
"What's all the noise about?"
A cold voice rang out, and Gu Yue opened her eyes, her purple eyes sweeping over indifferently.
Xie Xie immediately fell silent.
I haven't forgotten how I got beaten up yesterday. I may be a smart aleck, but if I really anger this guy, I'll be the one who suffers.
He pursed his lips, muttered a couple of things, and obediently stood to the side.
Not long after, Xu Xiaoyan arrived, skipping and hopping, carrying a steamed bun in her hand. She ate as she greeted everyone, "Good morning, everyone!"
Seeing the atmosphere in the room, she blinked, a little puzzled, but didn't ask any questions and obediently found a seat.
Soon, Wu Changkong arrived.
The day's training officially began.
The morning session focuses on building physical and Soul Power, while the afternoon session emphasizes practical combat coordination.
When it came time to form groups, Wu Changkong indeed put Tang Wulin and Gu Yue in the same group, and had the two practice offense and defense together.
Tang Wulin was overjoyed, his clenched fists loosened slightly, and he looked up at Gu Yue with anticipation in his eyes.
Gu Yue frowned, a hint of impatience flashing in her purple eyes.
"No need, Teacher Wu."
She spoke, her voice cold and leaving no room for negotiation, "With his skill level, he simply can't keep up with my fighting pace. I'd better train on my own."
The training ground fell silent for half a second after he finished speaking.
Tang Wulin's smile froze, his eyes visibly dimmed, his clenched fist tightened and then slowly relaxed, and his head lowered slightly.
He knew his Soul Power was low and his combat skills weren't top-notch, but being told that so bluntly still felt like a heavy stone was lodged in his heart.
Gu Yue ignored him, her gaze fixed on the training target at the other end of the field, not even sparing Tang Wulin a second glance.
In her view, allowing the other party to approach for cultivation was already the bottom line.
The aura of the Golden Dragon King Bloodline could indeed nourish her human body, but this benefit was far from enough to make her slow down and cooperate.
Are you kidding me!
Gu Yue is determined to possess immense power and surpass even the Dragon God!
How could one possibly absorb the Golden Dragon King Bloodline step by step and then follow in the footsteps of the Dragon God?!
Indeed, Gu Yue no longer had any expectation of inheriting the Dragon God's Power. After witnessing Bai Yushan's will and power, Gu Yue spent the entire vacation reflecting on herself.
Is the Dragon God always right?
If the Dragon God is right, why did the Dragon Clan perish?
Why would it split itself into two parts, the Golden Dragon King and the Silver Dragon King?
Why was the fate of their Soul Beast Clan rejected by the entire plane?
If the Dragon God is wrong, then why would Gu Yue insist on following the same old path?
Why can't she forge her own path?
Surpassing the Dragon God!
Beyond the Divine Realm!
Therefore, Gu Yue rejected Tang Wulin's attraction to the Golden Dragon King Bloodline as if it were worthless.
Wu Changkong frowned.
He hadn't expected Gu Yue to refuse so decisively.
"Gu Yue, your bloodlines resonate, and there's a high chance your Martial Soul will also complement each other." His tone softened as he tried to persuade him, "Once you develop Martial Soul Fusion Skill, the future benefits for both you and Tang Wulin will be immeasurable."
In Wu Changkong's view, this was a sure-fire way to make money.
Bloodline resonance is rare enough, but the ability to generate Martial Soul Fusion Skill is one in ten thousand.
It's such a waste to leave such good conditions unused.
Gu Yue slowly shook her head, looked up at Wu Changkong, her purple eyes showing no wavering, but rather an almost domineering certainty.
Why do I absolutely need Martial Soul Fusion Skill?
"Does the fact that I, Gu Yue, don't have Martial Soul Fusion Skill mean I'm inferior to anyone else?"
Her voice wasn't loud, but it was firm and resolute. "Teacher Wu, you can tell me, among people my age, besides that freak Bai Yushan, who can compare to me, Gu Yue?"
The training ground was quieter.
Xie Xie opened his mouth, wanting to refute, but swallowed the words back.
Despite his resentment, the fact remains that he couldn't even withstand ten moves from Gu Yue.
Tang Wulin also raised his head, looking at the girl with flowing silver hair standing in the center of the field. His eyes showed disappointment, but also a hint of shock.
He had never seen Gu Yue like this before.
Beneath that cool exterior lies a heart more proud and more resolute than anyone else's.
It seems... to be even more dazzling than before!
Wu Changkong looked at her, speechless for a moment.
He saw a long-lost aura in the teenage girl in front of him.
That is the strong belief of a person who, once they have chosen a path, will never turn back, never depend on others, and never waver.
He had only ever seen this kind of thing on those Titled Douluo who truly stood at the top of the continent.
He suddenly realized that Gu Yue in front of him was no longer the ordinary genius who needed guidance when he first entered school.
What awakened in her bloodline was not just power, but also the pride and ambition in her bones.
At this moment, in Wu Changkong's eyes, Gu Yue already possessed the potential to become a strong person!
After a few seconds of silence, Wu Changkong finally spoke, trying to persuade her again, "Gu Yue, please reconsider. Resonance is a two-way street, and it also benefits your own cultivation..."
Before she could finish speaking, Gu Yue's brows furrowed even more, and a hint of annoyance clearly surfaced in her eyes.
"Teacher Wu, I know you're doing this for my own good."
She interrupted Wu Changkong, her tone turning colder, "But I also have the right to choose. I hope this is the last time you interfere with my choices."
That's a very heavy statement.
Wu Changkong's lips moved, but in the end he sighed and waved his hand, "... Whatever you say."
He could tell that the child's mind was made up, and nothing could change it.
Continuing to say this would only backfire.
"Group adjustments." Wu Changkong quickly regained his composure. "Tang Wulin, Xie Xie, and Xu Xiaoyan, the three of you will practice offensive and defensive coordination with me in a group. Gu Yue, you will train alone in your own group."
"Yes," the three replied in unison.
Gu Yue nodded, turned and walked to the innermost part of the field, where the most sturdy alloy target stood.
She stood still, her fingertips twitching slightly, six elements flowing alternately between them as she began to refine the precision of the elemental fusion.
Ice and fire intertwined, wind and earth overlapped, every strike was precise and ruthless, hitting the alloy target with resounding thuds. Only the muffled sounds of her training filled the training ground, a solitary yet dazzling presence.