Chapter 2: Not Going to Soul Master Academy
"Since they are all Blue Silver Grass, why can't I let my spirit also become a part of this Blue Silver Grass gathering place?"
This idea suddenly came to Su Lin's mind.
Practicing in a simulated environment filled with Blue Silver Grass can certainly speed up the process, but how can it compare to becoming a part of it?
Worth a try!
Thinking of this, Su Lin did not hesitate and immediately sat cross-legged and entered a meditative state.
He tried to use his spirit to communicate with those Blue Silver Grass light spots.
Closeness... joy...
As a plant-type soul beast, Blue Silver Grass basically had no real consciousness and thinking ability before becoming the Blue Silver King, but it still had some faint thoughts.
"It worked. These Blue Silver Grasses showed no resistance and were very friendly to me."
Su Lin was slightly delighted. He guessed that this might be because he had planted these Blue Silver Grasses with his own hands and often came to take care of them.
However, this is just a guess, and he needs to verify it by visiting other Blue Silver Grass gathering places in the future.
However, it was not so easy for Su Lin to truly integrate into the energy network of the Blue Silver Grass and use their power to practice.
"Even if they trust me and don't resist, I still have to keep up with their rhythm."
Until the sun sets.
"Although I didn't succeed, I still gained some benefits. My soul power increased a lot..."
Su Lin slowly opened his eyes with some excitement in his eyes.
At this rate, his soul power will reach level 2 in at most half a year.
For an innate soul power level 1, this is already an extremely fast speed.
And if there is further progress in this process, perhaps it will be even faster.
Su Lin stood up and looked at the setting sun. "Time to go get some food... The village chief didn't even finish the awakening ceremony today before leaving to go to the city to trade supplies. I think he'll have a good meal."
The sun was setting, and the setting sun was blood-red, painting the small village red.
Su Lin didn't delay at all and jogged all the way to the westernmost end of the village.
There is a small courtyard surrounded by a fence here. It doesn't cover a large area, and the house in the courtyard is even smaller, but it is still much more prosperous than those of other villagers.
"You little bastard, you have a dog nose, you just came here because of the smell!"
As soon as he broke into the house, the village chief's old but deep voice was heard.
Su Lin sat down on the chair in front of the dining table without any hesitation: "Don't worry, Village Chief. Let me eat a few more meals now. I will repay you when I become a soul master and make a lot of money!"
"You brat, you always say the same thing! Can you report back to all the people in the village?"
The village chief was probably in his fifties or sixties, had no wife or children, and his real name was unknown, but the villagers called him Old John. He often wore an old white vest and black trousers, and had a slightly ferocious look on his face.
But everyone knows that, apart from being a bit mercenary, the old village chief has a kind heart.
"You're lucky, kid. You met a big customer today, and he bought all the herbs. Otherwise, how could you be so extravagant!"
As Old John spoke, he had already brought a pot of fragrant unknown meat dish and placed it on the dining table.
"Hey, I heard you've awakened your innate soul power?"
Su Lin nodded: "It's a pity that I only have level one soul power. It's not easy to become a true soul master."
"Level one soul power is still soul power!"
Old John laughed and patted Su Lin on the shoulder: "Tomorrow I will discuss with the elders in the nearby villages and get the work-study student quota for you. In the future, our village will be able to produce a soul master!"
But at this moment, Su Lin's expression was somewhat hesitant.
"Why? Are you worried you won't have enough money to go to the city?"
Old John fished out two more Silver Soul coins from his trouser pocket. "Your spirit has awakened, and you'll need money for many things in the future. I'll refund the commission I paid you for selling herbs over the years."
Su Lin looked at the two Silver Soul coins but did not reach out: "Grandpa Village Chief, I am not planning to go to the Soul Master Academy for the time being."
"What?"
The smile on Old John's face suddenly stopped: "Is there something difficult? Haven't you always wanted to become a soul master?"
Su Lin shook his head: "Grandpa Village Chief, just because I don't go to the Soul Master Academy doesn't mean I can't become a Soul Master!"
Old John frowned and hesitated to speak.
"I've already got a book on basic meditation from the Spirit Hall's Deacon Su Haishan. I can practice it in the village, and I'll have more time and save more money!"
Su Lin explained that Old John had indeed helped him a lot over the years, and if he wanted to stay in the village to practice, he had to convince him.
Old John hesitated and said, "It's always better to have a teacher to teach you. And then there's the soul hunting in the future..."
Su Lin waved his hand: "What can I learn at the Junior Soul Master Academy? I will find a way to learn it when I reach level 10!"
"Don't worry about soul hunting, I'll choose Blue Silver Grass for my soul ring!"
Su Lin had already made a decision about his own training plan.
In Douluo Continent, cultivation basically depends on oneself, but one may be able to learn some knowledge about soul beasts and soul masters in the academy, have a better environment, and ask for help when hunting souls.
But for Su Lin, these are not necessary for the time being.
The knowledge about soul beasts and soul masters can be supplemented later.
In terms of the environment, after an afternoon of practice, Su Lin could confirm that this piece of Blue Silver Grass that he planted with his own hands was the most suitable mimicry environment for his practice.
As for the soul hunting...
"Yu Xiaogang's spirit, Luo Sanpao, has an innate soul power of 0.5. His innate essence is insufficient, so even with more resources, he can't advance any further after reaching level 29."
"My spirit is Blue Silver Grass, and my innate soul power is level 1, so I'm afraid it's not much better."
"So my spirit ring... must be the most suitable for the Blue Silver Grass to replenish its essence."
"Then... given the current conditions, is there anything more suitable than Blue Silver Grass?"
Although Blue Silver Grass can be seen everywhere like roadside weeds, it is also a soul beast and can provide soul rings!
My spirit is Blue Silver Grass, so why can't I choose Blue Silver Grass as my soul ring?
Under limited conditions, replenishing the essence of the spirit is the best option!
And the Blue Silver Grass that is hundreds of years old will not move at all... Su Lin can complete the soul hunting and additional spirit rings by himself.
Seeing Su Lin's determined expression, Old John seemed to be finally persuaded.
"You've always been so opinionated, but this is your own choice, so I won't try to persuade you."
After moving his lips a few times, Old John's expression suddenly changed, and he put the two Silver Soul coins in his hand into his pocket.
"Since you're not going to the academy, I won't refund you the money."
This is normal Old John!
Su Lin didn't get angry, but just smiled and said, "Just consider it as food expenses. Remember to make something nutritious when I come here next time."
Su Lin comes here every few days to eat for free, and even bothers Old John to help sell herbs, so it's only right that he charges him some money.
"Eat quickly, you shameless brat, and get out of here!"
[end of the chapter]