Douluo Continent: Martial Soul Young Gilas, Sandstorm King!

Chapter 8 Certified Soul Master, Elder Deacon Charlotte!

After thinking for a moment, he also turned his attention to the guards on duty at the city gate.

Lin Xia took a deep breath, suppressing the slight embarrassment brought on by sleeping in the open and being covered in dust, and quickly walked towards one of the guards who looked relatively kind.

"This big brother!"

Lin Xia tried his best to make his voice clear, with a touch of the childishness that should be present in someone his age.

"Excuse me, do you know where the Spirit Hall is located in this city?"

The guard, who was on duty with a serious expression, looked down when he heard the sound and saw a little child standing in front of him, dressed in tattered clothes, with a face covered in dust and messy hair, looking exactly like a little beggar.

The guard frowned involuntarily, and was about to wave him away impatiently, but when his gaze fell on Lin Xia's tired yet exceptionally clear and bright eyes, his heart softened.

This child is so young, all alone, and looks like he's suffered a lot.

The guard's cold expression softened, and he squatted down, trying to keep his tone gentle.

"Little guy, are you going to the Spirit Hall? Are you going to awaken your spirit? You'll have to wait for that fixed day every year."

"No, brother!"

Lin Xia shook her head and explained, "I'm a Soul Master, and I want to get certified to see if I can... receive some subsidies." When she mentioned "subsidies," Lin Xia's voice lowered, sounding a little embarrassed.

A hint of surprise flashed in the guard's eyes.

Such a young Soul Master? And all alone? But he didn't ask any more questions, he just pointed out the directions to Lin Xia in detail.

"Keep walking along this main road until you see the central square, then turn right. You'll see a white-roofed building with a six-winged angel statue at the entrance; that's the Spirit Hall of Gengjin City. Remember, turn right at the central square."

"Thank you, brother!"

Lin Xia sincerely thanked the guards, bowed to them, and then, without further delay, quickly walked into the city following their directions.

Gengjin City truly lived up to its reputation as a metal capital. The streets were lined with shops, many of which displayed signs for hammers, ores, or various metal tools, and the clanging of metalworking could be heard incessantly.

The smell of metallic dust in the air was even stronger, which was an irresistible aroma to Lin Xia and Young Gilas.

Soon, Lin Xia saw the central square described by the guard, and the iconic white building on the right side of the square—the Spirit Hall.

The statue of the six-winged angel gleamed in the sunlight, exuding an aura of solemnity and holiness.

Lin Xia straightened his tattered clothes, though the effect was minimal, he tried his best to make himself look less like a beggar. Then he took a deep breath and walked into the gate of the Spirit Hall.

The hall was spacious and bright, with a floor as smooth as a mirror.

A young receptionist dressed in the uniform of the Spirit Hall frowned almost imperceptibly when he saw Lin Xia walk in.

Lin Xia's appearance was completely out of place in this solemn and dignified environment.

"Little friend, is there anything I can help you with?"

However, the receptionist maintained basic politeness and asked questions.

"Hello!"

Lin Xia tried her best to keep her voice steady.

"I am a Soul Master, and I would like to undergo Soul Master certification and... receive Soul Master subsidies."

"Soul Master Certification?"

The receptionist looked Lin Xia up and down, his eyes full of suspicion. This child looked no more than six or seven years old, and was in such a disheveled state—could he really be a Soul Master?
"Are you sure it's certification, and not the awakening of a martial soul?"

"I am sure."

Lin Xia nodded firmly, and at the same time reached into her pocket and pulled out a piece of paper that was folded into a slightly wrinkled shape.

"This is proof of my martial spirit."

The receptionist took the certificate, unfolded it, and saw that it was clearly written on it.

Notting Junior Soul Master Academy Martial Soul Certificate
Name: Lin Xia

Martial Soul: Young Giras (Detached Beast Martial Soul)
Innate Soul Power: Level 8 Witness: Su Yuntao

Notting City Martial Soul Branch Hall (Official Seal)

Upon seeing the certificate bearing the official seal of the Spirit Hall, the skepticism on the receptionist's face faded, replaced by surprise.

Eighth level of innate soul power, that's quite an impressive talent!
And this spirit name... Young Kilas?
Never heard of it.

The only question is, why did this kid come all the way from the Heaven Dou Empire to get certified as a Soul Master?

However, the receptionist didn't think too much about it, since it wasn't his business!
"Little friend, come with me, I'll take you to see Elder Charlotte!"

"Ok!"

Lin Xia followed the receptionist through the corridor to a quiet room.

The room was simply furnished, and an elderly man with gray hair but a vigorous spirit, wearing a silver-trimmed robe of a Spirit Hall steward, was sitting behind a desk.

He was Charlotte, the deacon elder of the Gengjin City Martial Soul Branch Hall.

The reception staff bowed respectfully.

"Elder Charlotte, this child is named Lin Xia. He brought his Martial Soul Certificate from Notting City, wanting to be certified as a Soul Master and receive the Soul Master subsidy."

As he spoke, he stepped forward and handed over Lin Xia's martial soul certificate.

Charlotte took the certificate, examined it carefully, then looked up, her sharp gaze falling on Lin Xia with a hint of obvious surprise.

"Are you sure you didn't hear wrong? You're not here to awaken your martial soul, but to get certified as a soul master?"

Charlotte confirmed with the receptionist again, after all, Lin Xia's age and appearance made it hard to associate him with a "Soul Master".

"Yes, Elder, this is proof of his martial spirit."

The receptionist confirmed it again.

Charlotte nodded and waved to signal the receptionist that they could leave.

When only he and Lin Xia were left in the room, Charlotte stood up and slowly walked to Lin Xia.

He didn't show the slightest disgust at Lin Xia's dusty appearance; instead, he wore a gentle smile.

"Don't be nervous, child."

Charlotte's voice was calm and kind.

"According to the rules, I need to personally test your soul power and bone age to confirm your identity and level before I can process your certification and issue the subsidy. This is a necessary procedure."

Lin Xia nodded, indicating her understanding.

“I understand, Elder.”

Charlotte stretched out her hand, and a soft white light emanated from her palm—pure soul power.

First, he gently placed his hand on Lin Xia's head, and a gentle energy probed in. This was to test her bone age and confirm whether Lin Xia's actual age matched the certificate.

A moment later, a look of understanding flashed in his eyes; the child's bone age was indeed only about six years old.

Next, Charlotte moved her hand to Lin Xia's shoulder, and a more refined soul power probed into Lin Xia's body to test his soul power level.

When his soul power came into contact with Lin Xia's dantian, which was brimming with soul power like a small pool about to overflow, Elder Charlotte's gentle smile froze instantly, replaced by undisguised shock!

"Level 10?! You... your soul power has reached level 10?!"

Charlotte gasped in surprise, her sharp eyes fixed on Lin Xia.

"Level eight innate soul power... How long has it been? Half a month? How could he have broken through to level ten so quickly?!"

This cultivation speed is simply unheard of!

Even with innate full soul power, it's impossible to leap two levels and directly reach the bottleneck requiring soul rings in such a short time without guidance or resources!

There's definitely a secret about this child!
(End of this chapter)