Douluo Continent: On Becoming a God Through Science

Chapter 109 Tang San: "Xiao Wu is someone who could be my mother!"

After You Chen asked You Xing to give Xiao Wu a hint, Xiao Wu learned that something seemed to have happened at Tang San's house.

So during that period, Xiao Wu's attitude towards Tang San gradually softened.

This subtle change in attitude was probably not even noticed by Xiao Wu herself.

But Tang San, who was in the most sensitive period, naturally wouldn't ignore it.

Even though his respected teacher didn't notice his low spirits, Xiao Wu was the first to notice something was wrong with him. Doesn't this mean that Xiao Wu has been paying close attention to him all along?

That's absolutely undeniable!

When people are emotionally vulnerable, they always seek support, regardless of gender; essentially, there is no difference.

Xiao Wu became Tang San's support.

His attitude towards Xiao Wu suddenly became much more proactive than before.

Previously, although Tang San harbored deep feelings for Xiao Wu, his attitude towards her was like that of a young boy having his first crush on a goddess—he never dared to take the initiative to speak to her.

His connection with Xiao Wu was entirely fabricated by You Xing through a forced pairing!

But it's different now.

Tang San began to take the initiative, asking Xiao Wu to spar with him in order to get closer to her.

Xiao Wu couldn't find any equally matched opponents among her peers in the entire city of Nottingham.

Youxing is too strong, the others are too weak, but Tang San's strength is just right.

Of course, as a transformed soul beast, Xiao Wu doesn't need to spar with soul masters of the same level to improve herself.

But... with just a few words, Youxing could force Xiaowu to accept Tang San's request for a sparring match.

"Xiao Wu, support-type Soul Masters always level up their Soul Power slower than battle-type Soul Masters. Do you know why? It's because battles and Soul Power clashes between Soul Masters can accelerate the Soul Power condensation process! I've noticed you haven't fought against Soul Masters of the same level much. Should I ask if your teacher has time to help you? Your teacher has very strong Soul Power control; he can easily suppress his strength to your level."

Yusei's words reveal one thing—battle spirit masters cannot improve without combat!

Xiao Wu, who's always laughing and joking around, acts like a mountain queen at Notting City Academy, yet her soul power level increases faster than Tang San's, who has innate full soul power? That's obviously illogical!

Between You Chen and Tang San, Xiao Wu hesitated for a moment, but ultimately chose Tang San.

One reason is that You Chen is a member of the Spirit Hall, and the reason for choosing You Chen is that she had to ask for help. On Tang San's side, it was the other way around; it was others who asked her for help!

Doesn't Sister Xiaowu have any pride? Since she can be asked for favors, why does she choose to ask for favors in the first place?

In addition, Xiao Wu heard from You Xing that Tang San's family seemed to have encountered some kind of change. Seeing Tang San's silly appearance all day long, Xiao Wu couldn't help but feel a little sorry for him, so she agreed to Tang San's request.

then……

Tang San had already prepared himself to be beaten up by Xiao Wu.

After all, he was reluctant to use hidden weapons on Xiao Wu, and the difference in their levels was indeed significant.

Martial Soul... Because of the setback he suffered at Youxing's place, Tang San didn't have much confidence in Blue Silver Grass.

In addition, considering Xiao Wu's violent tendencies over the past year, it's not surprising that Tang San had such expectations.

He even comforted himself with the idea that "spare the rod and spoil the child."

However, reality far exceeded his expectations.

During their sparring session, Xiao Wu was unexpectedly gentle, at least compared to her attitude towards others! — Tang San had no idea that Xiao Wu was pitying him.

Tang San was deeply moved by this, his heart was warmed, and he could be said to have been completely captivated by Xiao Wu!

"Xiao Wu, she might just be the one who can become my mother!"

Through Xiao Wu's embrace, Tang San, who had never felt the love of his father or mother, experienced the presence of motherhood for the first time!

With this preconceived notion, even though the effect of Youxing's suggestion diminished over time, and Xiaowu no longer held back in their sparring, Tang San did not perceive Xiaowu as violent.

He didn't feel tired at all from sparring with Xiao Wu. Even though he was repeatedly kicked, stomped, and trampled by Xiao Wu, he felt warm inside, as if he were indulging in a gentle embrace.

During his sparring session with Xiao Wu, Tang San gradually regained some confidence.

Xiao Wu's strength is far less exaggerated and abnormal than You Xing's. Even if he doesn't use hidden weapons, just using Blue Silver Grass can still have an effect on Xiao Wu!

With the addition of the martial arts from the Xuan Tian Bao Lu, even though Xiao Wu had experience fighting as a soul beast, Tang San could only manage a 30/70 split against her.

Yes, it's a 30/70 split, with Tang San at 30% and Xiao Wu at 70%. The reason is simple: the difference in their soul power levels and overall strength is undeniable. If their levels were the same, Tang San would likely have the advantage through martial arts, but in the present day, Tang San is indeed no match for Xiao Wu!

Xiao Wu wins more often than she loses, and she can also experience the joy of crushing enemies of the same level in sparring. This feeling is something that those who crush the weak or are crushed by the former cannot feel!

With this motivation, and the fact that Xiao Wu really couldn't find a suitable sparring partner, these sparring sessions did indeed continue for a long time.

It's a two-way street, with one willing to give and the other willing to receive.

With Xiao Wu as his sparring partner, Tang San gradually reduced the number of sparring sessions with You Chen, and his mental wounds seemed to be gradually healing.

For a long time, Tang San was in a state of positive feedback, completely oblivious to his father.

Therefore, Tang San began to crave a deeper level of care.

Of course, they're not in a boyfriend-girlfriend relationship. Our pure and innocent Tang God King will have to wait a very, very long time before he falls in love.

All he wanted was to become better friends, closer friends, and even have a relationship with Xiao Wu that was like family!

Thus, this long-planned gift-giving took place!

Tang San never thought he would fail. In his eyes, his relationship with Xiao Wu had progressed by leaps and bounds during this period. It was a natural and effortless thing!

However, things obviously won't go as smoothly as Tang San thought.

Even if Tang Shenwang himself is innocent and pure, wouldn't Xiao Wu see through Tang San's intentions?

Xiao Wu is no innocent little flower; she's a rogue rabbit who, early in the original story, could already utter such lewd words as "Are you afraid I'll force myself on you?"

Of course, she could see Tang San's affection for her at a glance.

Okay, Tang San is deeply in love with Xiao Wu, but what about Xiao Wu?

Obviously, they had absolutely no intention of that kind of thing!

In Tang San's eyes, Xiao Wu was his everything during this period of time, but for Xiao Wu, sparring with Tang San was just a part of her daily life. Unlike Tang San, who would think about her day and night after sparring, she would usually turn around and devote herself to other things.

Although the relationship between the two sides has indeed eased considerably since Tang San slandered You Chen, thanks in no small part to Tang San's efforts to make amends, at most, Tang San's position has only improved from the previous ranking of "You Chen, You Xing, Da Hei, other underlings besides Da Hei, academy teachers... Tang San, Yu Xiaogang" to the position of the number one underling below Da Hei.

Yes, Tang San's status is still below that of Da Hei, also known as Mu Feng.

There's no other reason than that Mu Feng isn't like Tang San, who's a quiet, arrogant person who disdains associating with others. Xiao Wu never even considered ordering Tang San around.

As Xiao Wu's number one loyal follower, Mu Feng has contributed a great deal of effort to help her "conquer the world." As a result, Xiao Wu has grown increasingly fond of Mu Feng.

It felt just like humans raising soul beasts as pets. Xiao Wu found the joy of occasionally raising soul beasts in the Star Dou Great Forest from Da Hei.

Therefore, seeing Tang San's eager expression, Xiao Wu felt extremely regretful.

She regretted pitying this guy back then, which emboldened him to take advantage of her and dare to covet her!

"Hey!"

Xiao Wu immediately shouted and threw the wooden box at Tang San, then kicked Tang San away along with the box.

Then, without even glancing at Tang San who had fallen to the ground, he left angrily, saying only, "Don't come looking for me to spar again."

If it were a normal gift, Xiao Wu would naturally accept it with great satisfaction. As a soul beast, she wouldn't feel that a handmade gift was "too heavy."

But harboring ulterior motives, trying to sabotage her with gifts—is she, Sister Xiaowu, so easily fooled by a little present?! What kind of cheap woman does she think she is?

"Seriously... I look only seven or eight years old right now, and this kid's already trying to take advantage of me?! What a pervert! What a beast! What a lolicon! I'll definitely stay far away from this dangerous guy from now on!! ? Horrible, so terrifying! Even from a soul beast's perspective, this is way too advanced! Is her sexual function fully developed yet?! Are humans all this precocious these days?!"

As Xiao Wu hurried away, various thoughts raced through her mind. She felt no remorse for kicking Tang San and for the gift he had given her; in fact, she secretly marveled that she was saving Tang San's future! How could he possibly amount to anything if he was so preoccupied with romance so early? Maybe he should learn from her and become a leader!

Tang San, unaware that Xiao Wu had already labeled him a "lolicon," lay on the ground in a daze.

In his arms, the exquisite little wooden box had been forcibly opened, and a delicate crystal ball with an embedded cute little rabbit fell out.

This is no ordinary crystal ball. Several exquisitely crafted switches can be seen on the base of the crystal ball. At this moment, one of the switches was triggered as the crystal ball was poured out, and the green grass inside the crystal ball began to sway slowly. The cute pink rabbit also hopped and skipped along with the swaying green grass, which was quite adorable and interesting.

However, Xiao Wu was unable to witness this scene; otherwise, she would probably have fallen in love at first sight with this gift that Tang San had painstakingly crafted using his mechanical skills.

"She...she must just be testing me!"

Tang San rubbed his stomach and slowly got up from the ground. Looking at the shattered crystal ball that had been knocked over, Tang San seemed to have figured something out. His pale face gradually returned to normal, and his eyes became firm.

It seems that Xiao Wu's resolute decision did not cause Tang San to turn his love into hatred; on the contrary, it made his affection even stronger and purer.

This is a very typical aspect of the "simp" symptom – the "martyr complex".

The more they are rejected by the object of their affection, the more they give without receiving anything in return, the more they lose their self-esteem because of the object of their affection, and suffer in the name of love, the more they will experience a kind of spiritual sublimation or self-comfort in this pain, and develop a kind of self-realization similar to that of a martyr.

They might have unhealthy thoughts like, "I have a clear conscience and no regrets about what I've done for him/her," or "The other person must feel indebted for what I've given so much to."

Tang San didn't actually believe, as he claimed, that "Xiao Wu was testing him." Instead, he was immersed in the feeling of being a "noble sufferer" and "a test subject of true love."

This is a domineering mind that only a true simp can comprehend! When Tang San reveals this trait, it means he has almost mastered the art of being a simp! He is beyond redemption!

In fact, before meeting Xiao Wu, Tang San already possessed certain traits of a "martyr complex".

From the descriptions of the martyrs above, it's easy to find the perfect martyr! That's right, it's Tang Hao!

Tang San was subjected to what could be described as abuse by Tang Hao when he was a child, but he never complained. In order to "make his father love Xiao San again", he was willing to give up his self-respect and serve Tang Hao selflessly for years despite his childlike size and limited mobility. He was willing to endure any insults and contempt.

Given this context, it's only natural that Tang San developed feelings for Xiao Wu.

Even You Chen, the instigator, probably never imagined things would go so smoothly.

At this moment, in the season of falling autumn winds, under a tall maple tree, You Chen was opening letters from Wuhun City in his own courtyard.

Respectfully addressed by Master Chen:

It has been a year and six months since we parted ways at the Dust Master's Mansion in Wuhun City. Following your advice, I went to Death Valley for training after successfully obtaining permission.

You probably can't imagine the expressions on Xie Yue and Nana's faces when they heard about my plan. I really want you to see their faces back then, teacher. To be honest, it was hilarious.

To be honest, that was the first time I'd ever seen Nana care about me so much. If it were me in the past, I would have been overwhelmed with gratitude, right? But now, I was simply happy. Whenever I think back to how foolish I was in the past—or, as you would say, a sycophant?—I really want to slap my past self! I'm even more grateful to you for your guidance! Thank you!

After that, when they were being more lenient in their advice to me, I also took the opportunity to advise Nana to respect you, teacher—but of course, I failed again (shrug).

Although I had mentally prepared myself before entering Death Valley, it was only after actually entering that I realized how fragile all that mental preparation was in the face of reality. I was, after all, too naive.

(A long description of an adventure)

Without the little props you provided, teacher, I might have truly failed this time. Fortunately, I ultimately completed the test you gave me, successfully breaking through to the Three Hearts Realm under the pressure of death, and unleashing a new shaping magic! After that, my mental strength naturally broke through as well!

After completing my training in Death Valley, I successfully returned to Wuhun City and immediately applied to hunt for a spirit ring. With the help of a bishop, I successfully obtained a suitable ten-thousand-year spirit ring and returned!

However, I was still thinking of testing whether my improved mental strength would make me immune to Nana's charms. Unexpectedly, she went crazy for some reason, whether it was because she hadn't seen me for too long or what, she was unusually gentle with me, even a little bit ingratiating! If it weren't for Xie Yue's testimony, I would have suspected that they had replaced me with someone else to mess with me!

Anyway, teacher, I'm doing well now! I hope everything goes well for you in Nottingham too. I'll come visit you when I have time!

After reading the entire text, You Chen felt somewhat gratified upon learning that Yan had successfully broken through to the Three Hearts Realm, reached the Spirit Sea Realm in terms of spiritual power, and successfully obtained the fourth ring of the Ten Thousand Years Realm.

It seems that Ignis absorbed the fourth ring of the Ten Thousand Years very easily, while Yan had a hard time and had to go through some life-or-death crisis to break through the bottleneck.

Actually, you can't calculate it that way.

As mentioned before, the essence of beast-mutated mutants is unstable genes, with the strength of their bloodline far exceeding their own mental will, and the imbalance ultimately leads to malignant mutations.

You Chen's solution was to first enhance mental strength, and then use a secret technique combined with a special medicinal bath to resolve the beast-like mutation.

Therefore, almost all Soul Fighting Beasts have practiced the "Distraction Soul Refining Technique" to enhance their mental strength. This is a necessary foundation for them to cultivate and live normally.

Even Lin Zhi, who has an excess of mental energy, needs to use the "Distraction Soul Refining Technique" to strengthen his control over his mental energy and prevent excessive pressure on his body.

The motivation for cultivation is on a completely different level.

Moreover, these beast-like mutants generally suffered tragic fates, and their life experiences are incomparable to those of Yan, who is a hothouse flower. It is equivalent to their willpower having been tempered in advance.

Furthermore, Yan's aptitude in terms of mental strength is only average.

The combination of these two factors makes it seem extremely difficult for Yan to obtain the fourth ring of the Ten Thousand Year Martial Soul, even though the quality of his Martial Soul is extremely high.

As for Hu Liena's "abnormality," You Chen was well aware of it.

Nine times out of ten, it's because Yan is You Chen's disciple. This concept is deeply ingrained in Hu Liena's mind. Under the subtle influence of the seed of fear, Hu Liena naturally developed a fear of Yan that she herself could hardly perceive. In order to cover up her inner fear, out of the human instinct for self-preservation, she naturally began to please Yan, thereby solidifying her underlying belief that "I am harmless and friendly to Yan, so Yan would never harm me."

"Hmm, I need to remind Yan that he shouldn't try to change Hu Liena's impression of me anymore. Just use the excuse that 'I won't be going back to Wuhun City anyway, so we won't see each other again.' This is to avoid Yan mentioning me too often, causing Hu Liena to have an attack, which would then give Bibi Dong away."

With that in mind, You Chen picked up his pen and began to write a reply.

(End of this chapter)