Douluo Continent: Martial Soul Spinning Top, Explosive Warrior

His mother was originally a maidservant to the city lord, so he was not valued from birth, and even his first spirit ring was only a white ten-year spirit ring.

This was all due to the suppression from his stepmother and elder brother.

However, Xiao Chenyu's situation has changed recently.

Because the old city lord has retired, and the new city lord, who is also Xiao Chenyu's elder brother, has finally taken the throne.

After the new city lord takes office, he needs to cultivate his own confidants.

Therefore, the suppression of Xiao Chenyu was somewhat relaxed.

It was precisely for this reason that the City Lord's Mansion was able to learn of the Wang Teng brothers' graduation so quickly and entrust the recruitment task to Xiao Chenyu.

"What about the letter?"

Wang Teng simply reached out and asked.

"here."

Xiao Chenyu quickly took out a letter from his sleeve and handed it over.

Wang Teng opened the letter and quickly scanned it.

"What did they say?"

Wang Sheng leaned closer and asked in a low voice.

"The City Lord's Mansion said that we can serve as squad leaders of knights in Notting City, responsible for guarding the City Lord's Mansion on weekdays, with a monthly salary of ten gold soul coins."

Wang Teng closed the letter and said.

"That sounds good!"

Wang Sheng's eyes lit up when he heard "ten gold soul coins".

"In addition, the letter also said that if we can cultivate to level 20, the city lord's mansion will help us hunt for suitable soul rings."

Wang Teng continued.

"So, are you willing?"

Although Xiao Chenyu was asking about Wang Sheng, his gaze remained fixed on Wang Teng.

"Please thank the city lord for his kindness on our behalf."

Wang Teng shook his head and refused, saying, "But we still want to continue our studies at the intermediate academy."

"That would be such a shame."

Xiao Chenyu sighed regretfully and said, "I truly admire your strength."

"Then we'll take our leave."

Wang Teng turned to leave.

"and many more!"

Xiao Chenyu called them back, then took out a wooden token from his pocket, on which was engraved a striking character "Xiao".

"This is for you."

"This is?"

Wang Teng took the token, looking puzzled.

“My elder brother instructed that if you are unwilling to join immediately, this token will be given to you.”

"From now on, whenever you are willing to come to the City Lord's Mansion, Notting City will definitely welcome you."

"Just bring this token to report for duty when the time comes."

Xiao Chenyu explained earnestly.

"Understood. If there's nothing else, we'll be going now."

Wang Teng put away the token and left the academy gate with Wang Sheng.

The two first went to a carriage rental shop in the city and hired a horse-drawn carriage. They threw their two large bags of luggage into the carriage and then got on themselves.

The driver flicked his whip, and the carriage slowly moved towards Tiger King Village.

About half an hour later, the carriage arrived at the entrance of Tiger King Village.

By this time, the sun had already sunk more than halfway down, and the sky was filled with brilliant afterglow, bathing the fields and houses in a warm red glow.

The two brothers quickly reached the village entrance, where their home was the first house at the village entrance.

"Dad, we're back!"

Wang Teng pushed open the courtyard gate and called out inside.

"They're here—"

From the direction of the cowshed behind the house came a series of hurried footsteps.

Soon, a man appeared at the door.

This is Wang Wu, the father of the two brothers.

"Why are you back now? It's not holiday time yet!"

Wang Wu's face showed worry.

"Dad, we graduated early!"

Wang Sheng laughed and said loudly.

"Graduation...?"

Wang Wu was stunned. He looked his two sons over carefully and asked, "You... you've already become first-ring Soul Masters?"

"Dad, look!"

Wang Teng and Wang Sheng exchanged a smile, and then simultaneously activated their soul power.

The next moment, a yellow spirit ring rose up beneath each of their feet.

"Great...great! That's wonderful!"

"Hahahahaha!"

Wang Wu opened his eyes wide, his voice trembling slightly, and then a hearty laugh welled up from his chest.

"Hahahaha!"

Laughter echoed in the courtyard, infecting the two brothers, who also joined in the laughter.

Let's celebrate tonight!

"I slaughtered all the chickens and ducks in the backyard, cut some cured meat, and steamed some rice..."

"Oh, right, there's also rice wine brewed last year in the cellar!"

As Wang Wu spoke, he rubbed his hands together, his eyes were a little red, but the corners of his mouth were turned up high.

Smoke quickly rose from the kitchen chimney, and the aroma gradually filled the air.

The room was warmly lit, casting long shadows of the three people around the table.

Wang Wu kept serving food to his sons, listening to them tell stories about their time at the academy, and laughing heartily at the funny parts.

As night deepened outside the window, stars quietly climbed into the sky.

Chapter 57 A Special 'Roadmap'

At dusk in Tiger King Village, orange-red clouds piled up on the horizon.

Smoke curled up from the rooftops of several houses, and the surrounding tranquility exuded a warm, homely feeling.

Two teenagers were running around the perimeter of the village, their footsteps rustling on the dirt road.

Wang Teng was running in front, followed closely by his older brother Wang Sheng.

The two brothers have been home for seven days since graduating from the Notting City Junior Soul Master Academy.

They lived a simple and regular life for those seven days.

During the day, they followed their father, Wang Wu, into the mountains to hunt and gather wild vegetables.

At dusk, they would exercise together around the village, just like they are now.

Although these days are peaceful, they make one feel like they're getting rusty from being idle.

Compared to Wang Teng, a time traveler, Wang Sheng was more lively and couldn't resist.

So, Wang Sheng took advantage of the jog to catch up with his younger brother, turned his head and asked, "Little brother, we've rested at home for a while now, shouldn't we... go?"

Wang Teng's pace gradually slowed down.

He didn't answer immediately, but instead led Wang Sheng to the small river at the edge of the village, where the two stood side by side.

The river water was very clear, flowing gently, reflecting the sky and clouds.

Wang Sheng didn't urge him, but simply looked at the water with him.

After a while, Wang Teng finally spoke, saying, "It's time to go."

"So where do we go next?"

Wang Sheng's eyes lit up, and he continued to ask, "Are you going to register at the intermediate soul master academy?"

Wang Teng shook his head and said, "Unless we go to a place like Tiandou City, or a good academy in another big city, I'm afraid we won't learn anything real."

"Those intermediate colleges in small towns are not worth attending."

“That’s true.” Wang Sheng scratched his head. “Then let’s…”

"Let's go check out Soto."

As Wang Teng spoke, his gaze remained fixed on the water.

"Soto, the city of the Barak Kingdom, is the closest major city to us."

"Let's go there and broaden our horizons."

"Soto City..."