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"Let's begin," he declared.
Tang San stood composedly, responding in a calm tone. Although his words seemed nonchalant, in truth, he was extremely cautious. Xiao Chenyu was equipped with a soul ring and his capabilities were on a different level from the previous two opponents.
As Tang San anticipated, Xiao Chenyu's foot pressed against the ground, leaving deep imprints. Before his approach, an overwhelming aura surged forth. His palm, resembling a wolf's claw, shot toward Tang San, a straightforward and unadorned attack.
Yet, Tang San remained unfazed. The mysterious jade hand in his grasp radiated a faint cyan glow. With his breakthrough in the Mysterious Heaven Technique, the other techniques from the [Mysterious Heaven Treasured Record] has also grown in power.
"Do you think you can face me head-on like the boss?" Xiao Chenyu sneered inwardly at the sight.
Pouring in an extra burst of power, Xiao Chenyu's palm clashed with Tang San's Mysterious Jade Hand. But the outcome he anticipated failed to materialize. Tang San stood resolute, firmly holding his ground and skillfully utilizing the newfound strength.
In the ensuing moment, Tang San converted his opened palm into a claw, gripping Xiao Chenyu's wrist and shoulders and with a deft motion, he executed a maneuver that hurled Xiao Chenyu into the air.
Xiao Chenyu, displaying agility, adjusted his posture midair and landed gracefully on the ground, repeatedly retreating.
Looking at Tang San with a dark expression, Xiao Chenyu couldn't shake off the unease that took root in his heart.
This was the second instance of him being thrown out without the use of soul power. Although not on par with boss Wang's strength, it was still no simple feat.
"It's time to conclude this match."
Tang San shook his head as he hadn't even used his soul power and Xiao Chenyu still couldn't overpower him directly. This conclusion made it clear to Tang San that Xiao Chenyu's strength fell considerably short of himself.
'Well, what did I expect. Not everyone is a monster like brother Feng.'
As Tang San concluded his thoughts, his palm trembled lightly, conjuring a robust half-meter-tall Blue Silver Grass in his hand.
"First Soul Skill, Bind!"
Gently coaxing his soul power, the ground shuddered, prompting thick Blue Silver Grass roots/vines to emerge like snakes. And in an instant, Xiao Chenyu was ensnared by the rapidly growing plants.
"What's this?"
Xiao Chenyu attempted to break free but found himself entangled in the resilient vines. He couldn't help but be taken aback.
"Save your effort,." Tang San waved his hand, causing the Blue Silver Grass that restrained Xiao Chenyu to clinch tighter.
"My soul ring is from a Mandala Snake, which imparts tenacity to the Blue Silver Grass. It can also administer toxins that paralyze and immobilize the captured prey. As of now, I've refrained from applying toxins. Would you like to experience it?"
Tang San cradled the half-meter-tall Blue Silver Grass in his hands as it grew ceaselessly, robust and slightly resembling a Mandala Snake in appearance, exuding an awe-inspiring aura.
This spectacle stunned not only Xiao Chenyu but also Xiao Wu and her group.
"Little San seems to have grown stronger!" Xiao Wu's eyes glittered with curiosity.
Having endured just a single day of training, Xiao Wu hadn't anticipated such rapid progress from Tang San. Although she was surprised, the news wasn't as shocking to her as it was to Xiao Chenyu.
"No…no…no... I don't want to try..."
Xiao Chenyu hastily declined, "Okay I give up!"
"Since you concede, what about the promise?" Tang San inquired.
"Promise?"
Xiao Chenyu seemed bewildered, casting a glance at Xiao Wu. Did she still want to be recognized as the boss?
"No!" Xiao Chenyu blurted out, "I've already acknowledged boss Wang as my boss! I have my pride—Xiao Chenyu would never change bosses so easily."
"You're not convinced?"
Xiao Wu advanced, chin raised. She looked directly at Xiao Chenyu, "Then allow me to introduce myself!"
"Xiao Wu, first-year work-study student, martial soul, Soft-Boned Rabbit, twelfth-level, one-ring battle soul master!"
A crisp announcement reverberated. However, both Xiao Chenyu and Tang San stood stunned. The reason, as Xiao Wu finished her introduction, a yellow soul ring suddenly materialized on her body.
A hundred-year soul ring!
Simultaneously, Xiao Wu's ears elongated, perching gracefully on the sides of her head like two adorable rabbit ears.
Another century-old soul ring?
The entire crowd was flabbergasted. Tang San himself gaped in amazement. He was acutely aware of the challenges he'd faced to obtain his own century-old soul ring. How had Xiao Wu, a fellow work-study student, managed to acquire one? The conundrum was left unexplored, as it was clearly Xiao Wu's secret.
Xiao Wu, however, took note of Tang San's astonishment and scolded him, "Why are you staring at me like I can't have a hundred-year soul ring?"
Tang San chuckled awkwardly. He hadn't anticipated that Xiao Wu too would possessed an innate abundance of soul power but she definitely did.
"Why look at me like I can't attain a century-old soul ring?" Xiao Wu huffed, her gaze locked on Tang San.
"No, no, it's not that," Tang San laughed, realizing he'd been taken aback. Xiao Wu's capabilities far exceeded his expectations.
Yet, Xiao Chenyu interjected, shaking his head with resolve, "Even if you're a higher-level battle soul master than me, it won't matter. Unless you can defeat our boss..."
Hearing this, Xiao Wu retorted with a snort, "Then let your 'boss' come out! I want to see who this 'boss Wang' really is."
Tang San shared her curiosity, intrigued to discover the identity of this 'boss Wang.'
"Hey, boss Wang is right here, behind you..." Xiao Chenyu's eyes brightened as he pointed behind the pair.
Turning around, both Xiao Wu and Tang San were initially puzzled before exclaiming almost simultaneously:
"Brother Feng?!"
"Wait... You're their boss?"
The boy walking forward at that moment was none other than...
Wang Feng!
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Xiao Wu and Tang San were taken aback as they watched the one walking by. And who do they see? It's Wang Feng! But hold on, he's grown much taller!
From Tang San's view, Wang Feng was practically towering over him! He'd shot up in his height like a senior student, standing as tall as a twelve-year-old kid! It was incredible how absorbing soul ring's power had made him grow four or five centimeters taller! Talk about a growth spurt!
Not only that, but Wang Feng's skin had improved too, even fairer than Xiao Wu's skin.
Can you believe it? Tang San was genuinely surprised when he saw Wang Feng approaching. He had one thought racing through his mind—there's only one way this kind of change could happen! Brother Feng must've obtained and absorbed the soul ring!
Could it be that Wang Feng had actually taken on the challenge of hunting down a hundred-year-old soul ring all by himself? Tang San was completely floored by the idea. And what's more, he couldn't wrap his head around why Wang Feng looked so different overnight.
Was it a three-hundred-year-old soul ring? Or maybe even a four-hundred-year-old one, just like his? Could it possibly be even more older than his? Because, you know, the older the soul ring, the more it boosts the soul master's abilities upon absorption!
Wang Feng's changes trumped Tang San's own, hinting that the spirit ring he'd absorbed was likely more powerful than his. Could it have been a five-hundred-year-old or maybe even a six-hundred-year-old one? It's impossible, right? Tang San was left in awe at the thoughts racing through his mind!
Wang Feng bagging a five to six-hundred-year-old soul beast all by himself? Tang San was having a hard time wrapping his head around that notion. Even the more-than-four-hundred-year-old mandala snake had required a tremendous effort for him to defeat! It was truly a shock to realize that Wang Feng, of all people, was now the boss among Xiao Chenyu's esteemed circle.
How on earth did he manage to do that?
Keep in mind, Wang Feng had been confined to Holy Soul Village and had never left. But despite this, Tang San couldn't help but admire his cleverness, his mind racing with various possibilities as he first caught sight of Wang Feng.
On the other hand, Xiao Wu couldn't help but notice how much Tang San's "Feng'ge" had changed overnight—now he was towering over her and looked more handsome than ever.
It doesn't make sense. However, little did Tang San know, Wang Feng's transformation wasn't due to a soul ring. It was something far more magical—the rejuvenating power of Meteoric Tears that had helped in reconstruction of his body as it continuously got destroyed because of the overwhelming power of the six-thousand-year old soul ring!
"Boss Wang..." Xiao Chenyu gazed at Wang Feng, his eyes brimming with admiration. It was incredible how much he respected this boss that he'd only met a day ago. And from the looks of things, he must've figured out that Tang San and Wang Feng knew each other... and he seemed to be spot on. Wang Feng's influence extended even to work-study students like Tang San.
Xiao Chenyu was genuinely taken aback by the realization. In a show of surprise, he coughed up a quick "Ahem!"
Wang Feng strode over to Tang San, playfully tapped Xiao Chenyu's forehead and quipped, "Hey you, these two are my buddies! How could you possibly bother them?"
"I had no idea..." Xiao Chenyu mumbled, a touch of guilt in his voice. If he'd known that Wang Feng had such a tight bond with these two, he would've never clashed with Xiao Wu and Tang San in the first place.
"Well... Xiao San'er, Xiao Wu, let's just chalk it up to misunderstandings and move on."
Wang Feng said, giving Xiao Chenyu a pointed look. Then, turning to Xiao Chenyu again, he added, "Xiao Chenyu, you're going to acknowledge Xiao Wu as the boss from now on, got it?"
"Alright... alright..." Xiao Chenyu replied with a nod.
Even though Xiao Wu is also a work-study student, she's definitely superior to Tang San—she's a twelfth-level spirit master! Just then, Xiao Wu chimed in gracefully, "Hold on! You…, if you're their boss, then I'm going to challenge you for that title! It wouldn't be fair otherwise and they wouldn't listen to me!"
With a sly wink at Tang San, she'd made her point. Tang San took a moment to think and realize that while Wang Feng might have a soul ring, it might not be the best fit for him. Tang San knew that his soul ring was tailored to his strengths, offering a substantial boost in power. With the combined strength of both him and Xiao Wu...
Maybe, just maybe, he could take on brother Feng!
"Brother Feng, Xiao Wu's got a point. How about a friendly bout to settle this?" Tang San chimed in.
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