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Ling seemed completely oblivious to Yu Xiaogang's expression, continuing to speak.
Yu Xiaogang's expression twisted with rage; having been hit where it hurt, he quickly retorted,
"My theoretical data comes from people's voluntary contributions! You need to know that compiling data into theories requires a lot of knowledge and effort!" "
If it weren't for me, ordinary Soul Masters wouldn't even know the upper limit of Soul Ring age! I've saved so many people!"
Yu Xiaogang practically shouted the last part.
Luo Ling remained unmoved, picking his ear. "Alright, alright, I understand. You don't need to shout like that."
"Even if you're a master of theory, I don't need a teacher of theory."
"Your so-called Ten Core Theories of Martial Souls have similar materials in our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School; we just haven't published them."
He spoke calmly, but to Yu Xiaogang, it was like a thunderclap!
"Impossible! Those theories are all from the Spirit Hall..." Yu Xiaogang was very agitated and wanted to refute, but he stopped halfway through.
Luo Ling glanced at Yu Xiaogang, a smug smile spreading across his face.
"I know your theoretical data might come from the Spirit Hall, after all, they've been on the continent for so many years and have collected a vast amount of information on spirit masters."
"But don't underestimate other sects."
"For example, our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School has records of spirit ring ages. They might not be as precise as the Spirit Hall's, but they have a general range."
Yu Xiaogang opened his mouth, his eyes blazing with fury as he looked at Luo Ling.
He had inadvertently let slip the source of his theoretical data, intending to quickly gloss over it, but Luo Ling had said it outright.
Now everyone present knew his theoretical data came from the Spirit Hall?
The events of six years ago were almost fading from memory, and thanks to Yu Xiaogang's efforts, the narrative had even emerged that the theoretical data was his own research.
But now, if the news spread that his theories came from the Spirit Hall, what would ordinary spirit masters think?
It would likely solidify his identity as merely the compiler of the Ten Core Theories of Spirit Masters, while the true theories originated from the Spirit Hall.
What kind of place is the Spirit Hall? In the hearts of ordinary Soul Masters, it's a sacred place!
His identity as the compiler of these theories would become insignificant!
Yu Xiaogang's face slowly turned pale. The image of a master he had cultivated over the years might be ruined by this small matter.
This wouldn't do!
He was extremely anxious.
"Ahem! Xiaogang, since Luo Ling is unwilling, don't force him."
Flander stepped in to ease the atmosphere.
He was also learning for the first time that Yu Xiaogang's theories came from the Spirit Hall, but he didn't think there was anything wrong with it.
On the contrary, he thought it made sense if it came from the Spirit Hall.
Even though they were both members of the Golden Iron Triangle, Flander completely didn't understand Yu Xiaogang's extremely twisted and vain heart.
However, the others were different, especially Ning Rongrong.
Back when they were studying at the Spirit Hall, he often heard Luo Ling and Hu Liena mocking Yu Xiaogang. Now it seemed that he was probably a fame-seeking villain.
"Yes, yes, Master, you should take a look at Xiao San first." Zhao Wuji was also a rough man and didn't understand the intricacies of the situation.
Yu Xiaogang gritted his teeth, forcing himself to calm down. He glared fiercely at Luo Ling before walking towards Tang San.
"What's wrong, Xiao San?" Yu Xiaogang tried to compose himself as he looked at his disciple.
"Xiao San, show the master what you got," Zhao Wuji gestured to Tang San.
Tang San glanced at Yu Xiaogang, then at Luo Ling; he had overheard their conversation.
Tang San was equally furious at Luo Ling's disdainful attitude towards Yu Xiaogang. Having spent six years with Yu Xiaogang, he had long considered this teacher as family.
He stared at Luo Ling, his expression shifting between anger and uncertainty.
Then, he looked away and said to Yu Xiaogang, "Teacher, after absorbing the Human-Faced Demon Spider's soul ring in the Star Dou Great Forest, I obtained something else."
Yu Xiaogang frowned, remaining silent as he watched Tang San's actions.
Tang San bent down, sensing the Eight Spider Lances within his body. Gradually, his shirt ripped apart, and eight black spider legs extended from his back.
Feeling the pain in his back, Tang San said tremulously, "Teacher, this is what I obtained."
Looking at the eight spider legs on Tang San's back, Yu Xiaogang's expression slowly turned serious, a hint of excitement in his eyes.
"Little San, when these spider legs retracted, could you sense where they went?"
Tang San thought for a moment and replied, "They seemed to attach themselves to my ribs."
Yu Xiaogang said in a deep voice, "Activate your soul power to fully release the spider legs."
Tang San didn't hesitate and directly activated the eight spider legs on his back. In the blink of an eye, the thick spider legs were fully extended.
The fully extended eight spider spears stretched to a length of 1.5 meters, emitting a dark purple light, like eight giant arms protecting Tang San in the middle.
"Little San, you've probably obtained a treasure." Seeing the fully exposed eight spider spears, Yu Xiaogang confirmed his guess and was excited.
"Teacher, what exactly is this..." Tang San was still a little confused.
"These eight spider legs are soul bones, and the rarest kind of external soul bones!" Yu Xiaogang finally gave the answer.
"External soul bones?" Tang San blinked.
Yu Xiaogang smiled and began to explain.
Not far away, Luo Ling watched quietly. The Eight Spider Lances did indeed look extremely sinister, no wonder they possessed the ability to absorb flesh and blood to enhance their soul power.
However, this ability was useless to Luo Ling. The Dark Silk of the Raven Shadow Puppet already possessed such an ability, and after the Martial Soul fusion, it could also absorb spiritual power.
These eight spider legs were at most icing on the cake for Luo Ling.
He shook his head. Ahead, Yu Xiaogang was still explaining to everyone. Although Luo Ling didn't have much desire for the Eight Spider Lances, external soul bones were indeed rare items.
...
"There are actually such powerful soul bones?"
After Yu Xiaogang finished introducing external soul bones, everyone looked at Tang San with envious eyes.
"That's right, apart from a 100,000-year soul ring, external soul bones can be considered the most desired thing for all soul masters." Yu Xiaogang nodded in satisfaction.
Just then, a lazy voice came.
"I didn't expect it to be an external soul bone." Luo Ling walked over with a bottle of drink.
He looked at Tang San meaningfully, and sensing Luo Ling's gaze, Yu Xiaogang quickly stepped in front of Tang San.
"What are you going to do?" Yu Xiaogang asked warily.
Luo Ling took a sip of his drink and said slowly,
"External soul bones are indeed a good thing, but also a source of trouble. Before they are fully integrated, they can be used to kill someone and steal the bones. Tang San, you'd better be careful."