Douluo: The Peerless Tang Sect - The Ordinary Life of a Supporting Character

Chapter 15 A Simple Idea

"So that's what you think. Well, my thoughts might be a little different from yours," Wang Nan said casually while looking at the other exhibits. "I think Soul Masters and Soul Instructors should complement each other, rather than be incompatible."

"Actually, if you think about it from another perspective, there's not much difference between Soul Masters and Food-type Soul Masters. They both create things to assist themselves and other Soul Masters. It's just that one uses a Martial Soul, and the other uses a Soul Tool."

"How can these be compared? Learning how to use a soul tool takes time, which delays the cultivation of soul power, doesn't it?" Gongyang Mo felt that his previous understanding of soul tools had been completely overturned when he heard Wang Nan's words, and he finally found a point of rebuttal.

"Is teamwork between Soul Masters something that can be achieved overnight? Besides, understanding some basic knowledge about Soul Tools will make it easier to deal with Soul Masters in the future."

As they were talking, Wang Nan suddenly quickened his pace and rushed to a booth.

"Is the esteemed guest interested in this soul bone?" The girl who had led the way for Wang Nan earlier also caught up. "This right arm bone comes from the Crimson-Faced White Ape. Although it lacks offensive capabilities, it can provide an ability called 'As if it were an arm to be used.'"

The Crimson-Faced White Ape is a type of spirit beast that prefers to live in the mountains. It gets its name from its entirely white fur and crimson face. They are solitary creatures and enjoy eating fruit. However, their vegetarian diet doesn't mean they are docile; on the contrary, they frequently harass other spirit beasts in the vicinity using tools like branches.

Unlike other soul beasts, they use "weapons" in their hands in addition to their claws and tails to attack in battle. Their advances and retreats are quite skillful, no less than the soul skills of some soul masters.

Its right arm bone provides the skill "As if it were an arm," which, as the name suggests, greatly enhances the Soul Master's control over the weapon for a period of time.

This effect is somewhat useless for beast spirits, but it's just right for weapon spirits.

Looking at the price again, it's one million gold soul coins. Well, while still expensive, it's not outrageously expensive.

"If you're interested, please come over here to assess the discounts you can enjoy," the young woman said with a smile, extending her right hand.

Wang Nan didn't rush to respond, but instead turned to look at Gongyang Mo, "Do you want to come with me or take another look?"

Gongyang Mo was still wondering what the difference was between a Soul Master and a Food-type Soul Master when he heard Wang Nan call him, which brought him back to his senses. "I... I won't go. I'll think about it some more."

Wang Nan nodded, then followed the girl to the assessment and registration area. Besides the staff, there was also an elderly woman with white hair and a youthful face.

"I overheard your conversation with your friend while I was passing by. This is the first time I've heard someone compare a Soul Master to a Food-type Soul Master. Would you like to talk to me about it?"

As the old woman spoke, she gestured towards the VIP room next door.

Wang Nan knew that the old woman in front of him was probably one of the senior members of the academy, so he didn't stand on ceremony and followed her into the VIP room. They had barely sat down when someone brought in two cups of tea and some snacks.

The old woman gave a kind smile. "I think many teachers in the academy have told you that in battles between strong individuals, Soul Masters are superior to Soul Guides. I'd like to know why you're interested in Soul Guidance Devices?"

Wang Nan had expected his unconventional ideas to attract attention, but he hadn't anticipated it would happen so early; he was called in for a talk as soon as he uttered them. It seemed Shrek Academy valued soul tools far more than he had imagined.

However, there was nothing to hide, so Wang Nan told the truth.

"Because in battle, soul tools can change a soul master's fighting style. For example, a flying soul tool can give a soul master greater mobility, a ranged attack soul tool can increase a soul master's offensive means, and even high-level soul masters can reduce the damage they receive through defensive soul tools."

"Different types of soul tools are like support-type martial souls with different tendencies, helping soul masters deal with battles more easily. Similarly, only soul masters can unleash the full power of soul tools. I think the best way to use them is to pair a powerful soul master with a powerful soul tool."

"Besides, as you just said, only in battles between high-level Soul Masters are Soul Masters stronger than Soul Guidance Masters. So, low-level Soul Masters like me should learn to use Soul Guidance Devices to protect ourselves even more."

"Haha, I was wondering what kind of student would make Yan Shaozhe make such a trip, but it seems he's quite a thoughtful kid." The old woman said with a smile.

Wang Nan didn't know when he had met the dean of the Martial Soul Department, so he could only laugh along with the old woman.

"You young people really have ideas. Soul tools are like alternative martial souls, and soul masters are like alternative soul masters." The old woman suddenly thought of something as she said this.

"If Soul Masters are considered a type of Soul Master, then would there be classifications like Offense-type and Control-type? Yes, there should be. Soul Masters also cooperate with each other similarly to Soul Masters, so they would have different focuses and specializations. Just as no one has the energy to simultaneously cultivate both Martial Soul and Soul Tools, no Soul Master can excel in all directions at the same time. Therefore, the academy's training direction..."

After a long pause, she slowly spoke, "Let's not talk about soul tools anymore. Let's talk about that soul bone you've got your eye on. Unfortunately, with your current strength, the maximum you can afford is a credit line of 100,000 gold soul coins, which you can't even afford after a discount."

Wang Nan wasn't surprised. He didn't possess a unique twin martial soul, nor a powerful ultimate martial soul; the fact that he received a 100,000 quota was already due to his relatively high soul power level. However, the old woman's suggestion at this time must have some other reason.

So Wang Nan remained silent, waiting quietly for what would follow.

Sure enough, the old woman continued, "However, I can hold it for you for now. The Treasure Pavilion re-evaluates its members every year. If you can meet the standards within three years, you can not only take the soul bone with you, but I will also give you a gift. What do you think?"

Wang Nan agreed without much thought. Even if the standard wasn't met, he wouldn't lose anything, so what was there to hesitate about?

For the rest of the time, Wang Nan didn't buy anything else. He couldn't afford anything expensive even if he used up his credit limit, and the cheap stuff wasn't worth it. Although Wang Nan's family wasn't extremely wealthy, they didn't lack things like medicinal herbs, so there was no need to take on debt for them.

Just as Wang Nan was about to leave, the girl from before suddenly called out to him.

"Honorable guest, this is a gift prepared for you by our sect leader. Thank you for your valuable suggestion." He then handed over a storage soul tool that looked like a token.

After receiving it, Wang Nan focused his spiritual energy to probe inside and discovered that it was the same level-four flying soul tool he had seen before.

Generally, only when one's soul power reaches the fourth ring can it provide sufficient power for a flying soul tool. Wang Nan's current soul power is insufficient to support long-distance flight, which is why he didn't buy it earlier. Unexpectedly, it ended up being given away as a gift.

"Then I'll accept it. Please thank the Pavilion Master for me."

"Okay, esteemed guest, please take care."

After Wang Nan left, a streak of light rose from the Treasure Pavilion and flew towards Shrek Academy.

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(End of this chapter)