Douluo Continent, I've brought the entire Dragon King.

Chapter 53 Yu Xiaogang's Deceptive Techniques

Yu Xiaogang paused for a moment upon hearing Tang San's question, a barely perceptible hint of panic flashing in his slightly weathered eyes.

But in just a moment, he regained his inscrutable expression.

"Hey, did you see the spirit ring configuration of that guy from Shrek Academy over there?"

Yu Xiaogang thought to himself that it was fortunate that he had gone to the wrong place and had seen the spirit ring configuration of the other side. Otherwise, if he heard Tang San's words at this moment, he would probably panic and exclaim that it was impossible.

Tang San nodded, and his eyes lit up when he heard that Yu Xiaogang understood. Since Yu Xiaogang knew, he must have his reasons.

"I saw him."

"The students from the academy across the street have first spirit rings that are at the thousand-year level, and their second spirit rings are also at the thousand-year level."

Yu Xiaogang thought to himself that although he had seen such bizarre soul ring configurations, he needed to offer some explanations. Tang San had already begun to question his theories, which was absolutely unacceptable.

If Tang San were to question his own theories, then the Haotian Douluo Tang Hao behind him would likely also have opinions about him, and might even cause him considerable trouble. Yu Xiaogang thought that if the other party saw the terrifying spirit ring configuration, he would definitely think that he was misleading others, and such a thing was absolutely unacceptable!

Moreover, he estimated that his soul power would only ever reach level 29, the same level as Tang San's current level.

His only means of survival was his theoretical knowledge. If he lost Tang San, the guy who had finally managed to clear his name, he would probably be ridiculed for the rest of his life.

We need to think of a way to smooth things over.

Yu Xiaogang was making plans in his mind.

"If we can persuade Haotian Douluo to take action and eliminate that academy on the other side—"

"Those unexpected factors naturally no longer exist."

But he quickly shook his head. The idea was too unrealistic. Tang Hao didn't even care much about his own son. How could he possibly listen to him?

Moreover, he hasn't proven anything to Tang Hao yet.

Why should someone pay attention to you if you want to ask them for a favor?

"Don't rush—"

Yu Xiaogang took a deep breath.

"Let's keep Tang San calm first."

He raised his head, looked at Tang San, and a meaningful smile appeared on his face.

Thinking of this, Yu Xiaogang cleared his throat and spoke.

"Mistress, I have a question for you."

"You've studied my theory for so many years, have you found any errors?"

Tang San thought for a moment and then shook his head.

"no."

"I have carefully considered every word the teacher said and have never found any mistakes."

Yu Xiaogang nodded.

"That's right."

"My theory is flawless."

"The limit of the human body is 423 years for the first spirit ring. There is no doubt about that."

Tang San frowned slightly.

"But—those students on the other side—"

Yu Xiaogang raised his hand, interrupting him.

"Tang San, I'll ask you again."

"What did you feel when you absorbed your first spirit ring?"

Tang San recalled for a moment.

"It felt like molten lava, so hot that it felt like my whole body was being torn apart."

Yu Xiaogang nodded and smiled.

"That's right. That proves that the age of the spirit rings you absorbed is already close to the limit of your body."

"If it goes any higher, you will explode and die."

His voice rose a few decibels.

"You've experienced this firsthand, so you wouldn't doubt it, would you?"

Tang San remained silent for a moment. Although he felt that he could have gone even higher back then, the pain he felt when absorbing the spirit ring was real. Having finally been given a second chance at life, he dared not act rashly.

"No doubt about it."

Yu Xiaogang continued.

"The students from that academy across the street are able to absorb the first soul ring of a thousand-year level."

"That means their physical abilities far surpass those of ordinary people."

"Or rather, they used some method to push their physical limits."

He looked at Tang San, his tone becoming meaningful.

"But have you ever thought about this—"

What price must be paid to push the body to its limits?

Tang San's pupils contracted slightly.

"cost?"

"right."

Yu Xiaogang stood up, put his hands behind his back, and took a few steps around the room. He raised his head slightly, looking at the mottled wall with a deep gaze.

There is never a free lunch in this world.

"If you want something, you have to pay the corresponding price."

"Those students traded thousand-year-old spirit rings for immense power."

"But what they lost—"

Yu Xiaogang turned around and looked at Tang San.

"Either it's the body's future growth potential."

"Either lifespan."

"Do you think the power gained by sacrificing potential and lifespan is worth it?"

Tang San's pupils suddenly contracted.

"Potential — Lifespan —"

He repeated those two words in his mind, and Tang Wulin's honest face flashed through his mind.

"That guy—did he trade his potential and lifespan for power?"

Looking at Tang San's expression, Yu Xiaogang secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

"It seems Tang San listened to my advice."

He continued speaking.

"Think about it, mistress."

"Those students, their first spirit ring is a thousand years old, and their second spirit ring is also a thousand years old."

"Their bodies have endured far more strain than the average person."

"They are indeed very strong in a short period of time."

"But in the long run—"

Yu Xiaogang shook his head and sighed.

"When they reach their thirties or forties, their bodies will start to break down."

"Its strength has stagnated, or even regressed."

"By then, you will have just reached your peak."

"Who do you think is more capable?"

Tang San fell silent.

Two thoughts were clashing in his mind. Yu Xiaogang's words made a lot of sense, but he always felt that something was not quite right.

"The teacher is right—"

Tang San thought to himself.

There's no such thing as a free lunch.

"They must have paid a price."

"Potential—or lifespan—"

He remembered what Yu Xiaogang had once said.

Each Soul Master must choose their Soul Ring configuration based on their own physical condition. Trying to absorb more than your body can handle will only backfire.

"I was just being stubborn."

Tang San took a deep breath, raised his head, and looked at Yu Xiaogang.

"Teacher, I understand."

"It's because the students lost trust in their teachers in a short period of time."

"Please forgive me, teacher."

Yu Xiaogang waved his hand, a kind smile appearing on his face.

"It's alright."

"It's normal for young people to have doubts when they encounter new things."

"It's good that you understand."

Tang San nodded, his trust in Yu Xiaogang returning somewhat.

He learned about Soul Master theory from Yu Xiaogang since he was a child, and all his knowledge came from Yu Xiaogang.

The classification of martial spirits, the configuration of spirit rings, and the application of spirit skills —

He remembered every word Yu Xiaogang said. After all, Douluo Continent was quite unfamiliar to him, and he couldn't tell whether what Yu Xiaogang said was true or false. However, since he was called a master, he must be right.

Besides, the geniuses I've seen, such as Dai Mubai, Oscar, Ma Hongjun, and even Wu Changkong on the other side, all have first spirit rings that are a hundred years old.

Soon, the logic became self-consistent in Tang San's mind.

"Alright, take a good rest these next few days. Once you've recovered, I'll personally teach you all again."

"Yes, teacher!"

Tang San said respectfully.