Chapter 16: Panting Like an Ox, Yu Xiaogang, the Possessed 'Tang 3'

"you!"

Yu Xiaogang's breathing became even heavier, and in his shortness of breath, the toxins entering his bloodstream flowed even faster.

His face flushed red and then turned pale.

For a mere first spirit ring acquisition, why would a Grand Soul Master like him ask others for help?

He can't afford to lose face like that!

"Teacher, please don't get angry. The datura snake venom hasn't been completely neutralized yet."

Tang San offered a word of comfort, then looked at Gu Changge's retreating figure, his voice turning cold: "Gu Changge, do you dare to fight me? If you lose, apologize to my teacher!"

"I have something to do today, maybe next time."

Gu Changge waved his hand, once again resorting to delaying tactics.

Tang Hao guessed that Tang San was watching from the shadows, and he didn't want to have too much friction with Tang San, even if it was just a verbal argument.

So, we can talk about Yu Xiaogang, but let's leave Tang San aside for now.

Once we figure out how to kill the rat, we won't need to hold back anymore; we can abuse and mock it as we please.

Having chosen his side, he will not hesitate.

"Teacher, don't worry."

"Next time I will definitely get justice for you and make Gu Changge apologize to you."

Tang San said emphatically, his eyes filled with unwavering determination.

Gu Changge insulted his teacher, which was a death sentence for him.

However, before taking his own life, he must apologize to the teacher.

"Alright, alright... Little San, you don't need to be afraid of his first spirit ring. No matter how old it is, it's only a hundred-year spirit ring."

"You follow the path of control, while he must follow the path of attack. You are naturally the one who counters him."

A smile appeared on Yu Xiaogang's red and white face, as if he could already see Gu Changge admitting his mistakes and apologizing to him.

He was very confident in himself, especially in his cultivation of Tang San's Blue Silver Grass martial soul.

Even if Blue Silver Grass is just a useless martial soul, it can become a powerful martial soul under his almost unparalleled theory.

Moreover, the Blue Silver Grass was ultimately just a transitional weapon; the Clear Sky Hammer was Tang San's true trump card.

"I wonder what Gu Changge's second martial soul is. It probably won't be stronger than the Clear Sky Hammer."

"The Clear Sky Hammer is the number one martial soul on the continent."

Yu Xiaogang shook his head, feeling even more smug.

He eagerly anticipated the day when Gu Changge would see the regretful expression on his face after he had nurtured Tang San into an unparalleled powerhouse.

"Xiao San, help me inside to rest first. I'll explain the choice of subsequent soul rings for Blue Silver Grass to you later..." Yu Xiaogang's voice was somewhat weak.

"Okay, teacher, please be careful."

Tang San, supporting Yu Xiaogang, walked unsteadily into the academy and back to their dormitory.

As luck would have it, Director Su happened to be passing by and, upon seeing Yu Xiaogang and Tang San, let out a soft exclamation.

"what?"

Director Su couldn't help but step forward and ask, "Master, why did it take you so long to hunt the soul beasts, and why were you injured?"

"It's a nearly four-hundred-year-old Mandragora Snake. I accidentally fell for its trick, but it has already become Xiao San's first spirit ring."

As Yu Xiaogang finished speaking, a hint of pride appeared on his face.

That expression seemed to say: Amaze!

However, Director Su did not notice Yu Xiaogang's expression, and subconsciously said, "Only four hundred years, much shorter than Changge..."

These words were spoken.

Yu Xiaogang's expression changed, and his breathing, which had just calmed down, became rapid again, and he was panting heavily.

Director Su realized he had spoken out of turn and repeatedly advised, "Master, please calm down. You are still injured."

"After all, it was caused by a four-hundred-year-old mandala snake, so we shouldn't get excited."

"Pfft... Hmph."

Yu Xiaogang felt his blood rush to his head, and he almost spat out a mouthful of blood, but fortunately he managed to hold it in, forcing himself to swallow the metallic taste.

To him, Director Su's words were tantamount to saying: "You're too weak to even get injured hunting a 400-year-old datura snake."

Yu Xiaogang gave Director Su a cold glance, not intending to continue the conversation.

"Mistress, let's go."

Then, supported by Tang San, he walked into the teachers' dormitory in a flamboyant manner.

……

A restaurant outside Nottingham College.

The restaurant has an interesting name, "Whatever," and it's the most luxurious and famous restaurant in Nottingham.

People who come here spend their money in Gold Soul Coins.

"The same old three dishes."

Gu Changge ordered a dish, a meat dish, and a soup from the waiter. The dishes were the same as in the previous days, with a total value of twelve gold soul coins.

In terms of food and clothing, Gu Changge never deliberately deprives herself within her means.

Soon, the three usual dishes were all served.

Stir-fried bok choy from a plant-type spirit beast, roasted golden wild boar meat with excellent color, aroma, and flavor, and stewed beef bone soup.

Paired with a bowl of endlessly refillable, perfectly cooked rice, it's quite appetizing.

"My lord, that child just now..." Lan Yin's voice rang in Gu Changge's ears.

Over the course of a few days, she became increasingly adept at addressing him as "Lord".

Just as you think.

Gu Changge casually replied and continued to eat.

A mouthful of rice, a bite of meat, and a sip of bone broth—it's so satisfying!

"The other woman!"

Upon hearing Gu Changge's reply, Lan Yin immediately became excited.

However, Gu Changge dropped another bombshell that struck Lan Yin like a thunderbolt: "But don't get your hopes up too high, because the body is one thing, but the soul isn't."

"Spirit...isn't it the soul?"

Lan Yin suddenly recalled some unpleasant experience, but still held onto a sliver of hope, and pressed Gu Changge for an answer: "My lord, there's something I don't understand."

No, you understand.

Gu Changge shattered Lan Yin's illusions without hesitation: "Just like what you experienced before, there were other souls vying for the body."

"But Tang San wasn't as lucky as you. He's already dead, and his body has been taken over by a new soul and reborn."

The sound faded.

Lan Yin was deeply shaken, a profound sorrow welling up within him: "The mistress..."

After a moment of agony, a murderous intent surged within him once more.

"My lord, I beg you to avenge me!" Lan Yin's voice was extremely angry, filled with hatred for the 'Tang San' who had taken over Tang San's body.

"Avenge you? Sure."

Gu Changge nodded, then changed the subject, his voice calm: "Everything is about profit. What can I gain?"

Indeed, the blue silver was already his property.

No matter what orders he gave, even if it meant certain death, the other side would obey.

However, Gu Changge was very greedy; he wanted not only physical obedience but also mental willingness.

That's what makes life meaningful—body and soul devoted to the subject.

"Whatever your lord's needs may be in the future, I will grant them."

"Heh, even if I don't agree, I'll still make all sorts of demands later. Can you refuse?"

"...What does the Lord desire?"

Lan Yin really didn't know what other bargaining chips she had left to "invite" Gu Changge, so she could only let him state his conditions.

"Simple."

Gu Changge smiled slightly and said, "From this moment on, there is no 'Brother Hao' in your heart, only one person, and you know who that is."

"No matter what happens in the future, I don't want to feel even the slightest bit of 'unwillingness' in your heart again."