Bab 356: Chapter 356: All Spirit Elders, But Still Not Enough!
Yu Xiaogang continued, "The vice-captain will be Yu Tianheng. He's now at Spirit Power level 43. Initially, he intended to be the team leader, but I suggested he take the vice-captain role to avoid potential discord, especially since he joined midway and his cousin Yu Tianxin was already the leader. Some of the team members might not fully accept him, and he wasn't entirely pleased with this arrangement."
"Additionally, there are three more Spirit Elders. Lei Dong, a control-type Spirit Elder with a Thunder Spider spirit, also at level 43. Tang San, since your third and fourth rings are from spider-type spirits, observing his combat style might provide some insights."
"Two other Spirit Elders, Lei Tian and Lei Mie, are at levels 42 and 41, respectively."
"With this, there are already five core members, all of them Spirit Elders. Dai Mubai, who is now a level 42 Battle Spirit Elder, naturally qualifies as a primary member. The final spot is reserved for you, Tang San!"
"Though there was some opposition to this arrangement, I assured everyone that you would return as a Spirit Elder. You didn't let me down, Tang San."
"Thus, we have our seven main players, all Spirit Elders. Ma Hongjun and Oscar, along with others, will be substitutes who can step in if needed, especially for tactical changes in the preliminary rounds. Revealing our full strength too soon would be unwise."
Reflecting on Heaven Dou Academy's strength, Yu Xiaogang sighed. In previous tournaments, a team with all Spirit Elders would have almost certainly secured a place in the top rankings, and even the best of the Five Elemental Academies would struggle against Thunderclap Academy's power. As for Tianshui Academy, while their captain's strength at level 46 was impressive, Yu Xiaogang believed it wouldn't be a significant threat; with solid teamwork, any slight gap in power could be bridged.
Tang Hao, however, frowned slightly. "Master, do you know how they've managed to progress so quickly? This rate of improvement doesn't seem normal."
He regretted his earlier decision not to intervene with Su Ming back in Saint Spirit Village. Initially, he considered Su Ming, with his innate rank seven spirit power, as merely an adequate ally for Tang San, an innate full spirit power user with twin spirits. He never anticipated Su Ming would break away from Tang San, let alone steal his son's beloved. Once the tournament ends, he planned to resolve things once and for all. With Tang San now set to wield the Clear Sky Hammer in the competition, Tang Hao would remain hidden to protect him from Spirit Hall's Titled Douluo threats.
Su Ming, upon overhearing this, was incredulous. "Since when did I 'steal' Xiao Wu from Tang San? She never liked him to begin with! Given Tang Hao's temperament, if he finds out Xiao Wu is a 100,000-year-old spirit transformed into a human, he'd probably force her to become Tang San's spirit ring and spirit bone!"
Meanwhile, Oscar couldn't hide his disappointment. Ning Rongrong had participated in the friendly match against Tianshui Academy, and rumors were circulating that she was now a level 47 Spirit Elder. In comparison, despite his rigorous training, he had only reached level 36. A year ago, their spirit power levels hadn't been so far apart, but now the difference was staggering. Oscar couldn't help but wonder if Su Ming had helped Ning Rongrong achieve such rapid progress.
That night, in his dorm room, Tang San's mind was heavy with frustration. Su Ming's growth was overwhelming, leaving Tang San struggling to keep up, especially with only half a month left until the tournament. He considered his options and wondered if there might be any way to increase his power quickly. Suddenly, he remembered the final chapter of his Mysterious Heaven Treasure Record, a section containing forbidden techniques to use only as a last resort.
Knock, knock, knock!
A knock at the door interrupted his thoughts.
"Tang San, are you awake?"
It was Dai Mubai, unexpectedly visiting so late. Letting him in, Tang San asked, "Boss Dai, what brings you here at this hour?"
Dai Mubai looked troubled, hesitating before he spoke. "Xiao San, do you know any way to increase power quickly? You can't imagine how hopeless I felt when I heard Zhu Zhuqing's current level. She's three years younger than I am, and when she joined Shrek Academy, her spirit power level was below mine. But now, she's already level 49!"
As he spoke, Dai Mubai's voice became strained, his frustration evident. "Xiao San, I can't stand it anymore! I don't want to be left behind. I refuse to watch her surpass me like this. And I'm sure you don't want to be powerless against Su Ming and Xiao Wu in the tournament, right? You like Xiao Wu, don't you? And we both know Xiao Wu's likely already a Spirit King. Why does she prefer Su Ming? Because he's strong!"
Xiao Wu's thoughts: Not only is Su Ming strong, but he's also incredibly handsome! I must have been blind in my past life to fall for someone so shallow!
Tang San found himself wavering, considering the possibility. Maybe it wouldn't hurt to try? I'm still young, and as a twin spirit user with innate full spirit power, sacrificing a bit of potential now shouldn't harm me in the long run, right? Besides, once his strength reached a certain level, his father would help him undergo a bloodline awakening, enhancing his Blue Silver Grass into the Blue Silver Emperor. That boost should compensate for any loss.
Lost in thought, Tang San silently justified his reasoning, convincing himself to push forward.
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