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"Perhaps you can learn from the movements of the Hailan fish and their control over water currents. This might help you use water elements more precisely."
This was Tang San's primary goal in saying so much: to encourage Gu Yuena to set aside her pride as a Silver Dragon and observe the soul beasts and ordinary creatures she had previously disregarded.
These creatures had bodies refined over millions, even billions, of years of evolution. They possessed qualities worth studying, some of which far exceeded what she, a Silver Dragon King who had been injured and asleep shortly after birth, could match.
Apart from her cultivation, power, and element control, the Silver Dragon King had no other advantages.
If in the entire universe she were the strongest in these three aspects, not mastering those techniques wouldn't matter, as everything would be within her grasp anyway.
But unfortunately, the Silver Dragon King was not invincible. If she couldn't let go of the dragons' pride, she would only be able to bully the weak, much like Xiao Wu in the original story.
Oh, there's a slight difference. This guy's bloodline is stronger than the Soft Boned Rabbit's, allowing her to bully a wider range of "weaklings." Plus, she could perform flashy maneuvers, such as splitting herself in half—
Speaking of which, isn't she already split in half now?
"It feels like you're thinking about something inappropriate." Gu Yuena was intelligent. Influenced by Tang San since she was six, she listened to his advice to observe, learn, and mimic more. Her intuition was sharp, and she could sense his disrespectful thoughts through his shifting gaze.
"Just an illusion." Tang San's expression didn't change as he focused on driving.
"You haven't changed a bit, Captain. When it comes to research, you always give long speeches," Dugu Yan said with a slight smile, sitting in another seat.
"Probably a habit from childhood." Tang San chuckled and teased Dugu Yan and Yu Tianheng, "By the way, how do your families view your relationship?"
Yu Tianheng coughed and said seriously, "I joined the Spirit Hall as an individual, so my family can't interfere. Besides, Yan Yan's Nine-Headed Jade Phosphor Serpent also has dragon blood, so our families won't oppose it."
The Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan wouldn't oppose it. After all, Dugu Yan had Dugu Bo, a titled Douluo, backing her. Their union would benefit the clan, and Dugu Bo would likely favor the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan.
This clan was indeed proud. Most young members looked down on other spirit masters, but they weren't foolish enough to push away a titled Douluo who could potentially support their clan.
"I'm the same. Besides, my grandfather's discipline isn't strict," Dugu Yan said. Compared to Yu Tianheng, she was much freer and influenced by Dugu Bo, she was somewhat unconventional. "Honestly, the most carefree person here is you, Captain. We've heard that in Spirit City, you, as the Holy Son, have a lot of free time. At most, you just give advice to the Holy Maiden and the Pope. It's quite relaxed."
Tang San smiled awkwardly, "I'm not that free. Most of my time is spent on research, cultivation, guiding others, and maintaining and updating the Blue Silver Network. I'm very busy. My only relaxation is the little bit of rest I get at night."
Gu Yuena: →_→
Although Tang San wasn't lying, she felt something was off. When he was in Spirit City, his schedule was always full... right, full.
During the day, he was busy with work, research, life, and cultivation. At night, he helped Xiao Wu and the others with their qi and blood practices...
She suddenly realized her thoughts were impure.
"Isn't that considered free time?" Dugu Yan envied. "For the past two years, Tianheng and I have been eating and sleeping outdoors, constantly chasing down rogue teams. We couldn't slack off at all. For us, the time spent cultivating is the most relaxing."
The dark swamp.
The dense forest.
The desolate Gobi.
In the past two years, the environments Dugu Yan and Yu Tianheng traversed were quite hostile, a stark contrast to Tang San's comfortable life in Spirit City.
How could they not be envious?
"Haha, you both can live in Spirit City in the future," Tang San suggested. He believed that Bibidong had likely sent Yu Tianheng and Dugu Yan away to avoid interaction with him. However, since they had met now, he couldn't ignore them anymore. Besides, future missions to capture rogue teams shouldn't be as challenging.
Indeed, there seemed to be an abundance of transmigrators in this Douluo Continent...
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Three days later.
Aside from Gu Yuena, the three took turns piloting the Hailan Fish Boat and finally reached the entrance of the underground river.
After disembarking, Tang San put away the Hailan(Ocean Bluefish) Fish Boat and led the group out.
The local sub-temple leader, upon hearing sounds from inside, initially remained cautious. But recognizing Tang San and his companions, he quickly approached with joy, "Holy Son, Master Yu Tianheng, did you find anything?"
"The rogue team has been dealt with, but we couldn't bring them back for trial," Tang San said with a faint smile. "However, you should have records of their appearances, right? Just send them to Spirit City, and they will be judged along with other rogues."
"Of course," the sub-temple leader bowed and then asked, "Would you like to rest at my place for a few days?"
"Tianheng, Yan Yan, what do you think?" For Tang San, returning to Spirit City as soon as possible was ideal since he had numerous studies awaiting him, particularly the Blue Silver Network, which required his personal attention. But he also had to consider Yu Tianheng and Dugu Yan's opinions.
After all, they had been away for a long time, so a few more days wouldn't hurt.
Yu Tianheng stretched and naturally wrapped his arm around Dugu Yan's waist. "No, thanks. We're not accustomed to this desert environment. It's better to leave quickly. Yan Yan and I need to visit our families; it's been too long."
"You're right," Tang San agreed, declining the sub-temple leader's offer. He led Yu Tianheng, Dugu Yan, and the accompanying Soul Masters out of Shura Town.
On the way, Gu Yuena suddenly asked, "Why didn't you ask if I wanted to stay for a few days?"
"Majority rules. Since Tianheng, Yan Yan, and I all didn't want to stay, your opinion didn't matter," Tang San realized he had neglected Gu Yuena's feelings but quickly found an excuse and added, "I'll make sure to ask your opinion next time."
"Hmph, if you don't ask for my opinion next time, I'll drain your blood dry," Gu Yuena huffed, her cute yet fierce demeanor making Tang San pinch her cheek.
"Alright!"
"Next time, for sure!"
(End of this chapter)