Douluo Continent: On Becoming a God Through Science

Chapter 88 Holiday X Invitation X Fighting Spirit

At Nottingham College, the semester has ended, and apart from a small number of students who chose to stay on campus, most have opted to go home.

"Xiao Wu!"

"What's wrong, Little Sanzi?"

As get out of class ended, Xiao Wu, who was skipping and hopping away from the classroom to go eat, looked at Tang San, who suddenly called out to her, and tilted her head with a puzzled expression.

"that……"

Thinking about what he was about to say, Tang San blushed, but fortunately his skin was quite dark, so the blush wasn't very noticeable. He swallowed and said, "Didn't you say you were going to live at school? I have a suggestion, how about... coming to my house? The scenery in our Holy Soul Village is beautiful, you'll definitely like it!"

Although Tang San and Xiao Wu's relationship is far from the level described in the original story, they can still be considered to have a good relationship as classmates thanks to You Xing's mediation.

In addition, Xiao Wu is the kind of person who can't keep secrets. After Tang San subtly inquired around, he learned that Xiao Wu did not plan to stay at her relative You Chen's place during the winter vacation, but would stay in the school dormitory instead.

Even though your relatives live in the same city, it's fine if they go to school during the week, but why don't you go stay with them when there are hardly any students at school during holidays?

"Master Youchen seems like a nice person, and Xiaowu usually defends him verbally; their relationship doesn't seem bad at all."

Tang San was naturally puzzled, especially when he saw Xiao Wu say that she was going to stay at school alone, and the rare look of loneliness on her face made him even more so.

Incidentally, after learning that Xiao Wu and You Chen were related, Tang San's initial hostility towards You Chen, stemming from his teacher, completely disappeared.

So, driven by his simp instinct—not wanting to see his beloved heartbroken—Tang San mustered his courage and said these words to Xiao Wu.

Xiao Wu was naturally—completely taken aback.

Her reason for not wanting to stay at You Chen's place was simple: she didn't want to invest too much emotion in You Chen, with whom she might become enemies.

As for Youxing, after Xiaowu inquired about it, he had already given the answer that he would not join the Spirit Hall.

Although Xiaowu found it strange, she didn't think about it too deeply, given her personality. She just needed to know that Youxing wouldn't lie about something like this.

Therefore, she had fewer reservations about dating Yusei.

However, due to this, under the influence of a compensatory psychology, they gradually transferred their trust in You Chen to You Xing.

Even disregarding the connection with the Spirit Hall, she hadn't seen You Chen in a long time.

Knowing that the two were not actually related, she naturally couldn't bring herself to stay at their house even though she had deliberately distanced herself from them.

But Tang San...

"What's going on?"

Xiao Wu was completely bewildered, unable to understand what Tang San was thinking when he said such a thing.

Even Tang Hao, who was observing from the shadows, regarded the three of them who often gathered together as a close group of friends, almost like a community, under the deliberate psychological manipulation of You Chen.

From Xiaowu's perspective, it was just that when she was playing or talking with Youxing, Youxing happened to bring along a classmate or friend, which was no different from when she would occasionally bring along Dahei.

Just as the aloof Youxing was slightly gentler towards Dahei than towards others because of his own reasons, he felt a similar way towards Tang San.

So—when did their relationship become so good that they could invite each other to take a vacation and bring each other home?

Xiao Wu felt confused and casually refused, saying, "No need, Xiao Sanzi. I already have some ideas about the second spirit ring of my martial soul. I plan to stay at school more during this holiday to read books and do some research."

"Is that so? Haha, okay then."

Tang San awkwardly scratched the back of his head.

Although he really wanted to ask Xiao Wu why she looked so forlorn if she only stayed to read books, and why she didn't consult Master You Chen about matters related to spirit rings... his Purple Demon Eyes noticed the fleeting impatience on Xiao Wu's face, and he ultimately couldn't bring himself to ask.

As the saying goes, "Divine might cannot hide tears," and now even the Douluo Continent has "the Purple Demon Eyes unable to conceal embarrassment."

Fortunately, under Youchen's CPU, Tang San, in order to better win Xiao Wu's heart, was not as rigid as in the original work, and had learned some of the ways of the world.

To ease his embarrassment, he changed the subject, saying, "By the way, where's Brother Youxing? I haven't seen him since this morning."

Speaking of the missing Youxing, Tang San recalled the joy he had felt earlier that day after discovering this, which he secretly hoped would allow him to be alone with Xiao Wu.

But now that his invitation has failed, the more Tang San recalls his initial smugness, the more ashamed and... tormented he feels.

Yu Xing took such good care of him, yet he felt "happy" because the other person wasn't there? How utterly despicable!

"Oh, you mean your junior brother?"

Xiao Wu sniffed and said with dissatisfaction, "I heard that You Chen is going to take him to the Star Dou Great Forest for some training. By the way, his soul power should be around level 20, so he can help him get his second soul ring."

"The second... spirit ring?"

Tang San felt as if he had been doused with a bucket of cold water, his eyes momentarily glazed over: "He... he's about to become a Great Soul Master!?"

Tang San suddenly recalled the oath and agreement he had made with You Xing nearly a year ago to fight again, and clenched his fist tightly.

At this moment, he even forgot his lingering romantic feelings for Xiao Wu, raised his head, his eyes resolute, and his heart filled with the motivation to cultivate.

"I must become stronger faster!"

He's only level 15 right now!

Even if it takes another two years, logically speaking, no matter how fast Youxing cultivates, he won't suddenly level up 10 levels to become a Soul Master. When he breaks through to become a Great Soul Master, the two will still be at the same level.

But the problem is... at his current cultivation progress, he can barely become a Great Soul Master by the agreed deadline!

Can physical training and refinement bring you to your optimal state?

Is there enough time left to craft hidden weapons and become familiar with their use?

Even though he had indeed taken Yusei's encouraging words to heart, but...

He didn't want to experience that crushing defeat again!

Therefore, you must adjust your condition to be as optimal as possible!

"Only by being fully prepared and facing Yusei-san in my strongest form two years from now can I truly show him respect!"

At this moment, the desire for strength born from a sense of urgency, and the mental abilities honed through a year of sycophantic behavior—combined, Tang San's intelligence finally took over, and a flash of inspiration suddenly appeared in his mind!

He finally recalled the strange feeling he had sensed from the blacksmith Shi San a year ago!

"My father is very likely no ordinary person!"

Perhaps, he can learn a way to improve himself quickly from Tang Hao!

With such expectations in mind, Tang San didn't even have time to say goodbye to Xiao Wu and rushed back home.

then……

"Mistress: By the time you read this letter, I will have already left. Don't look for me; you will never find me...."

Tang San, who was reading the letter: You son of a bitch!

(End of this chapter)