Douluo Continent: Disciple Tang San, righteous yet evil

Chapter 38 Xuanwu Turtle Martial Soul, Developing Martial Soul Fusion Techniques
“Yu Feng, Oslo, as agility-type battle spirit masters, your speed is undoubtedly excellent. However, your weakness is insufficient attack power, so you can only harass your opponents from the sidelines.”

Lin Mu looked at Yu Feng and Oslo, a hint of helplessness flashing in his eyes.

No matter what, the Royal Fighting Team is made up of elites selected from the Heavenly Dou Royal Academy. It's one thing to not have any substitutes, but they even have two agility-type battle spirit masters.

This is clearly a scheme to get Yu Tianheng to carry them!

But the reality is cruel; he simply doesn't have that ability.

In Lin Mu's opinion, the Royal Fighting Team was a complete mess, and they needed to be reorganized in order to win the Soul Master Competition.

Immediately, Lin Mu's gaze lingered between Yu Feng and Oslo, and he said in an unquestionable tone:

"In the Soul Master Competition, it's highly likely that only one of you can play. Therefore, you are not only teammates but also competitors. Whoever performs better will have more opportunities to play."

Upon hearing this, Yu Feng and Oslo exchanged bewildered glances, never expecting that their former best friend would become a rival.

That's a bit too cruel.

"Brother Lin's arrangement is truly insightful; Qinghe is impressed!"

Xue Qinghe said sincerely.

She also knew a bit about the Royal Fighting Team; they simply didn't have the strength to win the championship, but now, under Lin Mu's leadership, they might actually have some hope.

"Your Highness is overly complimentary."

After giving a perfunctory reply, Lin Mu's gaze fell on the two brothers, Shi Mo and Shi Mo, who had been standing calmly at the back.

These two are arguably the most underrated members of the Royal Fighting Team.

"Graphite, millstone, whether we can win the Soul Master Competition depends on you."

Upon hearing this, everyone was taken aback. Even Shi Mo and Shi Mo looked at each other, completely bewildered as to why Lin Mu would say such a thing.

"Your martial souls are both Xuanwu turtles with top-level defense, and you are even brothers, making you the most suitable to develop a martial soul fusion skill."

Upon hearing this, Graphite and Millstone exchanged a glance, both seeing the shock and fervor in each other's eyes.

This is a Martial Soul Fusion Technique!
Once they complete the Martial Soul Fusion Skill, their strength will increase significantly. No wonder Teacher Lin Mu said they are the key to victory.

However, completing a Martial Soul Fusion Technique is by no means easy.

"The key to the Martial Soul Fusion Skill lies in trust and tacit understanding."

After a pause, under the intense gazes of everyone, Lin Mu continued, "From today onwards, the two of you will eat and live together, and all your actions must be together. Every night, you must guide your soul power to merge."

In Lin Mu's plan, relying solely on Tang San and Yu Tianheng is far from enough to defeat the Spirit Hall team; a core member must also be cultivated.

Neither Dugu Yan, nor Yu Feng and Oslo are capable of shouldering great responsibilities. Only when the brothers Shi Mo and Shi Mo complete their spirit fusion will they have the strength to contend with the Spirit Hall team.

Perhaps their Martial Soul Fusion Technique can unleash the true power of Xuanwu.

"Yes, Teacher Lin Mu!"

The graphite and the stone mill shouted in unison.

Although it was just a few words of guidance, it gave them the possibility of using a Martial Soul Fusion Skill, which made them sincerely respect this new team leader.

After hearing Lin Mu's arrangements, Xue Qinghe's eyes gleamed with surprise. Just how many more skills did this guy have up his sleeve?

"Professor Lin Mu, it is truly an honor for me to become your teaching assistant," Qin Ming said with heartfelt admiration.

He had thought Lin Mu was just exceptionally talented, but he hadn't expected that Lin Mu's teaching ability was also far superior to his own. With just a few words of commentary, Lin Mu was far beyond his reach.

"Teacher Lin Mu."

Suddenly remembering something, Dugu Yan pointed to Ye Lingling, who was standing quietly to the side, and said with a hint of teasing, "You haven't mentioned Lingling yet."

"Lingling possesses the Nine-Heart Begonia Martial Soul, and her healing ability is unmatched among those of the same level. In official competitions, you will need to protect her safety at all times. How much strength she can unleash mainly depends on you."

Lin Mu turned his gaze to Ye Lingling, meeting her expectant and shy blue eyes, and continued, "As for her training, I will personally instruct her in private."

Upon hearing this, Yu Tianheng and the others immediately showed expressions of envy.

Dugu Yan revealed a meaningful smile; there must be something fishy going on between these two.

Meanwhile, under Yu Xiaogang's arrangement, Dai Mubai and his group of five had already begun their special training.

Under the scorching sun, each of them carried heavy stones on their backs, engaging in an incredibly tedious long-distance run around the village.

Sweat soaked their clothes, making each step exceptionally difficult.

Dai Mubai, panting heavily with veins bulging on his forehead, couldn't help but complain in a low voice, "This master... he's only level 29 himself, why did the dean let him train us? Regular combat training is one thing, but what's the point of this weighted running?"

Beside him, Oscar was deathly pale and nearly collapsed. As a food-type Soul Master, his physical strength was the worst.

"Boss Dai, stop talking and save your energy. I feel like I'm about to die."

"What kind of training is this? It's torture!"

Ning Rongrong, displaying her spoiled princess temper, threw the stones she was carrying on the ground and pouted.

Only Ma Hongjun and Zhu Zhuqing continued forward. Although Zhu Zhuqing was also drenched in sweat and breathing rapidly, her eyes remained firm. She silently adjusted her breathing and continued to move forward.

Ma Hongjun, who was a disciple personally taught by the master, was the most unfortunate among them.

The weight he was carrying was about the same as Dai Mubai's. With every step he took, his entire body trembled, and he felt as if his bones were about to fall apart.

"Teacher, you're really killing me!"

Ma Hongjun continued to walk forward while groaning. The only reason he could persevere was because of the motivational speeches Yu Xiaogang gave him every day.

"Hongjun, as long as you obtain the right third spirit ring, you can get rid of the evil fire and transform into a true Fire Phoenix Spirit Master. What is this little bit of suffering compared to a bright future!"

It is because of this belief that he has been able to persevere until now.

From a distance, Flander frowned as he watched the students' pained expressions. He asked Yu Xiaogang beside him, "Xiaogang, is this weighted running really necessary?"

Yu Xiaogang stood with his hands behind his back, his gaze fixed straight ahead, exuding an air of profound mystery, and said calmly:

"Boss Fu, this is not only to train their bodies, but also to temper their willpower and character. If they can't even endure this little physical hardship, how will they face life-and-death battles in the future, and how will they become true strongmen?"

At this point, Yu Xiaogang changed the subject, his tone leaving no room for doubt: "Since you've entrusted them entirely to my training, don't question my methods. Once the training is over, you'll naturally see their transformation."

Flander opened his mouth, but seeing Yu Xiaogang's confident expression, he swallowed his words and sighed helplessly.

Now that things have come to this, he has no choice but to trust his good brother.

(End of this chapter)