Very quickly, after finishing the details about Yang Yunhai's fortunate encounter, Yu Tianheng continued, "Senior Dugu once took Xiao Hai away for a long time. So Grandfather concluded that Xiao Hai must have truly absorbed all of the medicinal power from the rare treasure. Otherwise, Senior Dugu wouldn't have simply done nothing. He even told me to get close to Xiao Hai more often, to maintain a good relationship with him."
'Hypocrite! Maintain a good relationship on the surface while planning to abduct him in the shadows?' Dugu Bo's forehead veins bulged as he listened.
No wonder his Martial Soul was so strong, even his appearance had changed. So, it turned out his Martial Soul had evolved. His third soul ring even came from the Vessel Vine, which is known for its defense. Yu Xiaogang was inwardly shocked, marveling at Yang Yunhai's fortune, but at the same time felt deep regret.
What a pity, that such a miraculous treasure had fallen into the hands of someone with only 0.5 rank innate soul power.
If his disciple Tang San, born with full innate soul power, had obtained it, his Martial Soul's abilities would definitely far surpass Yang Yunhai's. His soul power would likely have already reached above rank 35.
The more he thought about it, the more indignant he became.
Squandering a treasure, this was simply squandering a treasure!
As if suddenly recalling something, he asked, "Then how is it that he can simultaneously control multiple vines and even weave them into bud-like structures for defense?"
"Could that also be because of Martial Soul evolution? Those abilities don't seem directly related to his soul skills."
"Controlling multiple vines is because Xiao Hai…" Yu Tianheng then explained Xiao Hai's method of training himself in divided attention.
'An ingenious method. It just requires time, and more importantly, great comprehension.' Yu Xiaogang evaluated silently in his heart.
'Once we return, I'll use Yang Yunhai's performance today as an excuse to ask Ning Rongrong about divided attention. If Xiao San practices it, he might progress much faster.'
Yu Tianheng continued, "As for weaving the vines into a bud shape for defense, that's thanks to his first soul skill."
"Xiao Hai's first skill, Extension, lets his vines grow endlessly. Through precise control, he can weave them into all kinds of shapes, adding versatility."
"For example: whips, vine armor, vine nets, and more."
"He can even redistribute soul power to make certain parts of the vine much stronger."
"And with his second soul skill, Absorption, he can draw soul power from those entangled, replenishing himself. That allows his vines to remain strong for long periods."
"Honestly, even I can't break free of them," he admitted with some emotion.
"So that's it!" Yu Xiaogang's heart trembled. 'This is no different from creating self-developed soul skills.'
He suddenly realized that in Martial Soul usage and soul skill development, Yang Yunhai could truly be called a genius.
'I'll have Xiao San try as well once we return.' He thought silently.
"Yu Tianheng!" From a distance, the eavesdropping Dugu Bo was so furious his teeth itched.
If not for the fact that what Tianheng revealed were all surface-level details, things Yunhai himself had already shared, he would have stormed over right now and crushed both uncle and nephew on the spot.
Having been with Xiao Hai for so long, he knew full well this cunning fox always kept secrets. Especially with Qin Ming's ties to Shrek Academy and the offense against the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan—this boy definitely wasn't exposing everything.
"Hmph! Knowing the method is one thing. Do you think your disciple can replicate it? Even if he does, will he ever be as strong as Xiao Hai?"
Dugu Bo sneered inwardly.
He knew very well just how terrifying Yang Yunhai's Martial Soul was. Tang San couldn't even compare. The gap was enormous. Across the entire continent, there was no second like him.
Catching sight of several shadowy figures hiding nearby, Dugu Bo frowned and immediately turned away, leaving quietly.
Yu Xiaogang, having learned what he wanted, didn't intend to linger either. He patted Yu Tianheng's shoulder. "With this boy's help, as long as you can break the shackles of your pride, I believe you can lead your team to great results in the Soul Master Tournament."
"Alright, I should go. We'll meet again someday." He turned to leave.
"Uncle, can't you teach me too?" Yu Tianheng suddenly asked.
In his eyes, Yang Yunhai's cultivation success came largely from the treasure and couldn't be replicated. But Tang San's progress came from step-by-step training—and behind that was Uncle Yu Xiaogang's guidance. Tianheng felt that if he too could receive his uncle's teaching, his strength would surely grow much faster. One day, he could surpass Yang Yunhai and reclaim the clan's honor.
Yu Xiaogang stopped in his tracks.
Shrek Academy currently had only six students. They were still short one person to participate in the Continental Soul Master Tournament.
Yu Tianheng was already at rank 39. Before the tournament, he would likely reach Soul Ancestor. If he could join Shrek, it would be a huge boost to their strength.
He thought about it, then shook his head slightly.
"Tianheng, if the clan knew I was teaching you, what do you think they'd do? I would immediately become an enemy of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan. And you, too, would bear the clan's pressure."
"Uncle has nothing left to lose, but you must consider carefully the consequences."
"Besides, you are now the captain of the Emperor Battle Team. Could you bear to abandon them?"
"I…" Yu Tianheng froze on the spot.
"Until we meet again." Yu Xiaogang said no more and walked away.
Yu Tianheng stood there for a long moment before slowly raising his head. He quietly watched his uncle disappear, then lowered it again, deep in thought, and eventually walked back toward the hotel.
Meanwhile, inside the hotel, Dugu Bo used sound transmission to summon Dugu Yan upstairs.
"Yan Yan, break up with Yu Tianheng immediately!"
His first words were cold, his face grim.
"Grandfather, what happened?" Dugu Yan asked, but then a thought struck her. Her face darkened, and she lowered her head, gritting her teeth. "Did Tianheng tell his uncle Yu Xiaogang everything about Xiao Hai?"
"He practically revealed it down to the last detail!" Dugu Bo's voice was ice-cold. "Not only Xiao Hai's fortuitous encounter and Martial Soul evolution, but even his Martial Soul abilities. He laid it all out."
He then described the conversation. "Furthermore, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan has already sent a squad led by a Soul Saint to secretly tail the team. Officially, it's to protect Yu Tianheng, but in reality, it's to find a chance to seize Xiao Hai."
"If not for Xiao Hai always sticking with the team, and me always watching, who knows what might have already happened."
Dugu Yan's face turned ugly, her fists clenched tight.
"Hmph!" Dugu Bo snorted coldly. "That disciple of his tried to kill you and Xiao Hai in the arena with poisoned weapons. As his teacher, Yu Xiaogang not only refused to explain himself, but then came here to coax his own nephew for information. And Yu Tianheng? He's a complete fool. He didn't even mention you once, and without hesitation spilled everything he knew."
"So, your life, your relationship, is worth less to him than an uncle he hasn't seen in years?"
"Grandfather, say no more. I know what I must do." Dugu Yan's voice trembled as she suppressed her emotions.
She was truly disappointed!
Not only because of Yu Tianheng's attitude toward Yu Xiaogang, but because he had betrayed his teammates, sharing their information. And this while knowing Yu Xiaogang was leading a rival team that would face them in the Soul Master Tournament.
This was nothing short of betrayal—of his team, his friends, his comrades.
And the worst part was, this wasn't the first time. He hadn't learned, hadn't changed.
How could such a person be worthy of trust?
(End of Chapter)
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