NOVEL NEXT Chapter 34: Chapter 34: The Six-Month Pact—Tang Hao Arrives!
"Good, it's settled then! Six months from now, you and Tang San will have a decisive battle!"
Hearing Yao Xuan's words, Yu Xiaogang nodded without hesitation, agreeing to the wager.
Although Yao Xuan had defeated Tang San in a single move earlier, Yu Xiaogang firmly believed that it was merely due to Yao Xuan's brute strength and a sneak attack when Tang San was unprepared.
In Yu Xiaogang's mind, even though outsiders viewed Tang San's martial soul, the Blue Silver Grass, as a "trash martial soul," he was convinced that even such a martial soul held potential.
After all, "There are no useless martial souls, only useless soul masters." Tang San, Yu Xiaogang believed, was destined to become the ultimate proof of this philosophy!
With Tang San as his example, Yu Xiaogang hoped to silence anyone who dared to label a martial soul as useless, striking them down with undeniable results.
Yu Xiaogang was confident that, under his meticulous guidance, Tang San could become a formidable control-type Soul Master. And a control-type Soul Master was the perfect counter to brute-force combatants like... Yao Xuan!
In his mind, Yu Xiaogang had already developed an inexplicable sense of confidence, feeling assured of victory. A faint smile crept across his face as he envisioned taking Yao Xuan as a disciple.
"Very well, Yu Xiaogang. Remember today's wager. In six months, I'll make you admit, in front of everyone, that you're nothing more than a pathetic fraud and an utter failure!"
Seeing Yu Xiaogang's self-assured expression, Yao Xuan responded with a cold smile, eagerly anticipating the day he would crush Yu Xiaogang's confidence entirely.
Ding!
[Mission 'Humiliate Yu Xiaogang' completed. Would you like to claim the reward?]
Just then, the system's voice rang in Yao Xuan's mind.
"Claim it!"
Without hesitation, Yao Xuan mentally commanded.
Ding!
[Congratulations! You've received the following rewards: Adaptive Soul Ring Crystals ×10, Soul Ring Enhancement Cards (Ten-Thousand Year) ×50.]
Ding!
[The follow-up mission, 'The Six-Month Pact,' has been issued. Would you like to view it?]
As Yao Xuan issued the command, the system responded with a new task.
Mission: The Six-Month Pact
Objective: After humiliating Yu Xiaogang, the so-called "Grandmaster" has deluded himself with confidence and issued a six-month challenge. In the battle six months from now, crush Tang San again, forcing Yu Xiaogang to admit his failure publicly to complete the mission.
Deadline: 185 days.
Rewards: Goddess Upgrade Card ×1, Adaptive Soul Ring Crystals ×10, Transformation Pills ×10.
Yao Xuan's lips curled into a satisfied smile as he examined the rewards.
"Transformation Pills, huh? Perfect! With these, any soul beasts joining the family in the future can fully take human form—an incredibly practical reward!"
"Come on, Susu, Xiao Wu. Let's head back."
With that, Yao Xuan led Tushan Susu and Xiao Wu back toward the classroom.
"Yao Xuan, are you sure about this? That Yu Xiaogang sounded pretty confident..." Xiao Wu whispered with a hint of concern as she leaned closer to Yao Xuan.
"Hahaha! Xiao Wu, don't be fooled by that fraud!" Yao Xuan chuckled. "Yu Xiaogang's a complete failure—nothing more than a loudmouth fraudster with no real skill or power. As for Tang San? He's just an ant underfoot, one I can squash anytime. If I hadn't held back today, he'd already be a corpse!"
Hearing his words, Xiao Wu relaxed, smiling as she cheered him on.
Meanwhile, outside on the plaza, Tang San stood before Yu Xiaogang, his gaze full of gratitude.
"Master, thank you for believing in me and staking your reputation in this wager against Yao Xuan. I promise I won't let you down!"
Moved by Yu Xiaogang's faith, Tang San clenched his fists with determination.
"There's no need to thank me. I trust that you'll defeat Yao Xuan!" Yu Xiaogang replied with a confident smile. "In my eyes, your martial soul isn't trash; it's a hidden gem with limitless potential!"
"Half a year is more than enough time for me to help you acquire your first Soul Ring, unlock your martial soul's true power, and become a Soul Master!"
"As for Yao Xuan, he's nothing but a deluded brute. His arrogance will be his undoing. He stands no chance against you!"
Hearing these words, Tang San nodded resolutely.
One Month Later...
Time flew by. Under Yu Xiaogang's guidance, Tang San had successfully hunted a 400-year-old Mandala Snake, obtaining his first Soul Ring. The Blue Silver Grass underwent its initial evolution, elevating its potential.
Meanwhile, Yao Xuan remained focused on honing his techniques and combat skills, deliberately holding off on breaking through to the next rank.
One evening, as Yao Xuan walked home with Tushan Susu and Xiao Wu, the sound of footsteps echoed from ahead.
From the shadows, a tall, imposing figure emerged—a man clad in a black robe exuding an aura of dominance.
"Hahaha! What luck! To think I'd find a hundred-thousand-year soul beast in a place like this!"
The man's eyes gleamed with greed as he locked his gaze on Xiao Wu. His booming laughter echoed through the street.
It was none other than Tang Hao—the Clear Sky Douluo!
Hearing Tang Hao's words, Xiao Wu froze in terror. Her delicate frame trembled, her white skin glistening with cold sweat.
"No... how did he find out?!" Xiao Wu's thoughts raced. "And his strength... he's a Titled Douluo! Even in my prime, I could only barely contend with the weakest of them. Now, in human form, I'm completely powerless!"
Was this the end?
"Little one, come here. You'll make a fine gift for my son, Tang San, when he grows stronger. Consider it an honor!"
As Tang Hao finished speaking, he unleashed a surge of soul power. A massive hand of energy materialized and lunged toward Xiao Wu!
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