Douluo: Lord of Arms

Chapter 58 Decision
Hearing Gu Yue and Lin Xingyu's answers, Wu Zhangkong frowned and said, "You don't have to reject us so completely. Tang Sect members have a high degree of freedom and good benefits. Many people join the Tang Sect just for our benefits. You can go back and discuss it with your parents."

Lin Xingyu and Gu Yue were both members that Wu Changkong valued very much. The fact that these two people did not choose to join the Tang Sect gave him a big surprise, and he couldn't help but feel a sense of regret in his heart. Thinking of this, Wu Changkong glanced at Tang Wulin. It was okay, at least he still had a backup.

"Thank you, Teacher Wu. I have already discussed with my family about joining other organizations, and I won't change it." Lin Xingyu refused with a smile.

Wu Zhangkong was silent for a moment before regaining his usual expression and saying, "Alright, since you're both so ambitious, you should follow your own ideas from now on. I'll make separate arrangements for your practical training later. You have a month's vacation now, so you can plan your time accordingly."

At this point, Wu Changgong hesitated for a moment and said, "Those of you four who have decided to join the Tang Sect can go back and discuss it with your parents. This is a major event that will affect your future. If you join the Tang Sect, you cannot choose to join other organizations. By joining the Tang Sect, you can obtain new skills. If you withdraw, you must return everything you have obtained, including the skills you have practiced."

Tang Wulin said directly, "Don't think about it, Teacher Wu. This is my dream."

Seeing that Tang Wulin didn't hesitate at all, Xie Xie gritted his teeth and immediately said, "I'll join too."

Zhang Yangzi and Wang Jinxi looked at each other and said in unison, "Teacher Wu, we're joining the Tang Sect too."

Wu Zhangkong glanced at the group and said, "In that case, you two will wait outside. Wu Lin, Xie Xie, Yangzi, and Jin Xi, the four of you come with me. I'll explain the rules, obligations, and benefits of the Tang Sect, and then help you complete the necessary documents for initiation."

Wu Zhangkong led Tang Wulin and the other three out of the room and to another place. Gu Yue did not choose to join the Tang Sect. Tang Wulin felt a little lonely for a moment, thinking that his parents had left Na'er and that Gu Yue and Lin Xingyu had also taken different paths. Who else would leave him in the future?
Thinking of this, Tang Wulin's mood suddenly became a little depressed.

Zhang Yangzi, Wang Jinxi and Xie Xie were also in a low mood.

Wu Zhangkong observed their performance and said, "Lin Xingyu and Gu Yue's talents are rare in a century. No matter where they are, they will become absolute masters. They are the destined geniuses of this era. The four of you are far inferior."

"Wulin, although your bloodline has mutated, your martial soul and talent are too poor. Xie Xie, although you have twin martial souls, what are your twin martial souls like? Others don't know, but you don't know? Yangzi and Jinxi, the only advantage you two have over the others is that you possess the martial soul fusion technique, but how compatible are your two martial souls at present? It's definitely not high. What other advantages do you have over others?"

"Although you four have great talent and potential, you are only decent. You are far behind Lin Xingyu and Gu Yue. If you don't want to be limited to watching them from afar, from now on, you must practice hard and try your best to keep up with them. Joining the Tang Sect will give you a great boost and help you narrow the gap between you and them."

Xie Xie said excitedly, "Teacher Wu is right. Lin Xingyu and Gu Yue's talents are far superior to ours. If we want to keep up with them, we have to work harder. Besides, we will all be in Class Zero from now on, so there will be many opportunities for us to meet each other in the future."

After hearing what Wu Changkong and Xie Xie said, Tang Wulin and the other two immediately became excited. That's right, there is no need to be afraid of being inferior to others for a while, there is still a long way to go in the future.

Seeing Tang Wulin and the other three's spirits rising again, Wu Zhangkong nodded in satisfaction. "To join the Tang Sect, you can choose two of the Tang Sect's unique skills. The Tang Sect's unique skills are Xuantian Gong, Ziji Demon Pupil, Ghost Shadow Mitsubishi, Xuanyu Hand, Controlling Crane and Capturing Dragon, and Hidden Weapon Hundred Solutions. I suggest you choose Xuantian Gong and Ziji Demon Pupil. Xuantian Gong is the best cultivation method on the continent. Although Ziji Demon Pupil is a method for refining the eyes, it has the effect of improving mental strength. I don't need to tell you the importance of improving mental strength."

Wang Jinxi's eyes lit up after hearing Wu Changkong's introduction. He thought to himself that joining the Tang Sect this time, even if nothing else, just the Purple Demon Pupil alone was worth it. He had never even heard of a technique that could enhance his mental strength, let alone obtain one. If there was such a technique, his mental strength wouldn't be so low.

Looking at his four students, Wu Changkong felt a little regretful. He was still too slow to act. Lin Xingyu and Gu Yue had already received invitations from other organizations. But it didn't matter. With their qualifications, there was no problem for them to join Shrek. They were still young, and there was plenty of time to slowly cultivate their character in the future.

Sitting on the bus back to school, Lin Xingyu looked out with a bit of boredom. Donghai College was in the heart of Donghai City. Zhang Yangzi, Wang Jinxi, and Xie Xie all had bruises on their faces, so it would be best if they could return to Donghai College for treatment. As for Tang Wulin? Thanks to his bloodline, he was almost fully recovered...

I can only say that he is worthy of being the son of this version and he enjoys all the benefits.

Today at the Tang Sect, Tang Wulin and the other three simply filled out their registration forms and waited for the Tang Sect's approval. This kind of approval would basically be safe since the four had passed the assessment and Wu Changkong acted as a guarantor, so they completed their respective procedures quickly.

It is also a good thing that Zhang Yangzi and Wang Jinxi can join the Tang Sect. Although Lin Xingyu thinks that the various organizations on the Douluo Continent are not good here and there, that is because his talent is high enough and he has enough leisure time to look at the situation of each organization. For Zhang Yangzi and Wang Jinxi to be able to join the Tang Sect and obtain resources is already a very good thing.

After the thunderstorm of martial soul fusion skills comes out soon, they can also be given a good arrangement. In the later period of the original timeline, the two of them were unknown and probably not doing very well. This time, after joining the Tang Sect, their future achievements will at least be higher.

Sitting on the bus on the way back, Xie Xie suddenly spoke up, "Captain, Wulin, Guyue, Yangzi, and Jinxi, are you free tonight? The first semester is over, and the holiday is coming soon. Let's get together before the holiday to celebrate our holiday and our good grades this semester."

Zhang Yangzi's eyes lit up when he heard Xie Xie's words. He nodded and said, "Indeed, we've been training constantly these past few months and haven't had any group activities yet. I have no problem with tonight. Since you've mentioned it, Xie Xie, would you like to treat us? Let's experience what it's like to be the rich man!"

Xie Xie rolled his eyes. "Go to hell. I have no problem treating you, but it's just a small roadside restaurant, not a fancy place. I go there often, and the food is delicious. Do you want to come with me? Besides, if I invite you to a fancy restaurant with the captain and Wu Lin around, I'm afraid I'll go bankrupt in one day."

Wang Jinxi nodded in silence, as always. Tang Wulin followed suit, saying, "I'm fine." For Tang Wulin, eating was no problem. His initially low mood suddenly lifted, and he agreed to Xie Xie's dinner plan without a second thought. For him right now, nothing was more important than having a full meal. He then looked at Gu Yue, who was sitting next to him. Gu Yue said with a hint of pride, "Since this is a Class Zero event, I won't leave either. I'll naturally accompany you all."

Xie Xie jokingly said, "What's this Class Zero activity? How come I don't know about it? I should ask the captain."

Gu Yue rolled her eyes at Xie Xie.

Over the past few months, the six of them had fought side by side, and their bond had grown deep. What surprised Lin Xingyu the most was that he could never quite grasp Gu Yue's personality. She was said to be the reincarnation of the Silver Dragon King, but at first glance, she looked no different from an ordinary girl. But as they spent more time together, he couldn't feel any difference at all. In short, he was completely confused...

Seeing that everyone gave their answers one by one and finally looked at him, Lin Xingyu had roughly guessed where Xie Xie was going to take them. It was a pity that Brother Donghailong had already been taught a lesson by Tang Wulin and the other two, and probably wouldn't cause trouble again, so he lost a good opportunity to show his prowess in front of others.

Lin Xingyu smiled and replied, "Since it was a group activity, we naturally went together. It was just a small gathering before the holiday."

The few of them chatted and laughed all the way back to Donghai College.

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Night soon fell, and Lin Xingyu and the other six gathered at the gate of Donghai College. After walking with Xie Xie for nearly half an hour, they finally arrived at a snack street.

After the intense training life, no one was late for the first collective relaxation activity of Class Zero, and everyone arrived on time.

Xie Xie and a few others skillfully walked to the door of the Braised Beef Restaurant. The middle-aged boss saw Xie Xie and said with a smile, "It's been three months since we last met. Xie Xie, you've brought new friends with you. Is it still the same as before?"

"Well, Uncle Li, give me a few more servings. Two of the friends I brought this time are good eaters."

"No problem! I guarantee you'll be satisfied!" the boss answered readily.

In addition to each person’s braised beef and white rice, the boss also served a few exquisite side dishes.

Xie Xie said, "Don't be polite, just eat. The food here tastes really good, otherwise I wouldn't have chosen this place."

As Xie Xie spoke, he opened the lid of the earthenware jar in front of him and smelled it. The aroma of beef wafted in front of him. Looking at the dark golden soup and beef, it not only whetted his appetite.

Tang Wulin and Gu Yue came here without saying much. They picked up the chopsticks in front of them and started eating.

Lin Xingyu, Zhang Yangzi and Wang Jinxi also started eating.

Lin Xingyu picked up a piece of beef with his chopsticks and placed it in his mouth along with the rice, chewing it carefully. The beef was tender and juicy, every texture soaked up by the rich broth. It intertwined with the soft, glutinous, and sweet rice, creating a wonderful sparkle on his taste buds. With that one bite, a sense of satisfaction washed over him, and the rich, mellow flavor spread freely in his mouth, lingering for a long time.

He couldn't help but recall the high-end restaurants he had visited in Donghai City. The food carefully prepared by the chefs there was indeed exquisite and delicious, but this bowl of beef rice from an ordinary shop was not inferior at all.

In those restaurants, the ingredients are exquisite, the cooking methods are complex, and each dish is like a work of art. But this simple beef rice, made with just ordinary beef, is so amazingly flavorful that it is truly admirable and shows that the owner's culinary skills are quite superb.

Soon, the meal ended with the laughter of several people.

When Xie Xie ran to pay the bill, Uncle Li smiled and said, "No need. I haven't thanked you for helping me deal with Guang Long last time. I'm sorry to charge you again. Consider this your meal today!"

Life has never been easy for ordinary people.

"It's okay, Uncle Li. Guanglong isn't a good guy. It's our responsibility to deal with him. You don't need to thank us. Besides, with his arrogance, he'll be dealt with sooner or later."

After repeated arguments between Xie Xie and his boss, Xie Xie finally quietly left the money. After all, Xie Xie knew that Uncle Li was having a hard time and his wife was paralyzed in bed and needed his care.

After leaving the Braised Beef Restaurant, they ate all the way along the snack street. They ate everything from salt-grilled prawns to seaweed pancakes, Spanish mackerel dumplings, and sea jelly. Relying on their spirit master physiques, they accepted everything. Lin Xingyu and Tang Wulin, in particular, never stopped eating. While others came to the snack street to browse, they came to eat...

Lin Xingyu has loved eating all kinds of delicious food since his previous life. Whenever he had money, the best thing he would do for himself was to go to high-end restaurants to eat all kinds of delicious food. His clothes and accommodation could be a little worse, but he had to eat the best food he could.

If he hadn't cultivated successfully after coming to Douluo Continent for a few years, he would have eaten himself into a little fat man...

After this dinner, the relationship between the few people became more harmonious, and the previous barriers completely disappeared.

Three months of working together, coupled with daily casual dining, had forged the six of them into a complete community. With a certain degree of cohesion, a group needs more than just rules; it also needs warmth and affection. Today's dinners have completely fulfilled this need.

It was a pity that Wang Jinxi and Zhang Yangzi would not stay long. Lin Xingyu felt a faint sense of regret in his heart. There was nothing he could do about this kind of thing.

As dusk deepened, a chill settled in the air. A few people chatted and laughed as they leisurely strolled toward East China University. Streetlights lit up one by one, casting a warm yellow glow that added a touch of warmth to this familiar road.

At some point, snowflakes began to drift from the sky. At first, there were only a few scattered flakes, like nimble little elves, dancing lightly in the air. Gradually, the snowflakes became denser, fluttering down like petals scattered by a fairy, or like catkins drifting freely in the wind. Each flake had a unique shape, and under the soft light of the street lamps, it shimmered with tiny sparks, like stars falling to earth.

They slowed down their pace, letting the light snowflakes fall on their shoulders and hair. Some people couldn't help but reach out their hands, trying to catch the crystal snowflakes. As soon as the snowflakes touched their palms, they instantly turned into drops of icy water, as if telling the story of their short but beautiful journey.

Several people were covered in snowflakes and walked slowly in this silver-white world. A "crunching" sound came from their feet, as if it was a beautiful melody played by the snowflakes.

In the distance, Donghai College loomed beneath a curtain of snow, resembling a mysterious castle. At that moment, their figures walking along the road blended with the snowy nightscape, creating a truly beautiful scene, a beautiful moment that will remain indelible in their memories.

Xie Xie casually caught the white elf flying in the air and said, "What are your plans for the holiday?"

"Jin Xi and I plan to return to our family to concentrate on meditation and practice, and try not to fall too far behind the captain." Zhang Yangzi spoke first.

"I'm going to the Spirit Pagoda to take part in the assessment. I guess I will join the Spirit Pagoda for training in the future." Gu Yue said lightly while catching the snowflakes in the sky. He didn't know when, but Gu Yue's way of speaking sometimes became very similar to Wu Changkong's, just as cold.

"The organization you plan to join is the Spirit Pagoda?" Tang Wulin asked.

"Yes. I joined the Spirit Pagoda but I'm not leaving. I will continue to practice with you in Class Zero in the future." Gu Yue glanced at Tang Wulin and said as if to explain.

"I plan to go to Mingdu and then to Tiandou City. The organization I plan to join is related to the Sun-Moon Federation. It can be considered an official organization." Lin Xingyu said calmly.

"Do you plan to go into politics in the future?" Gu Yue asked curiously.

"It depends on the situation. It's too far away to talk about that now."

(End of this chapter)