Douluo Continent: Ink Bamboo as a Cauldron to Break Through Ten Thousand Heavens

"If the Invincible Passport is to achieve the effect of 'force reduction' in the form of an energy shield, it probably needs something to support it. Otherwise, it might collapse like a deflated balloon. This support would act like the ribs of an umbrella. In other words, a support structure can be added to the Invincible Shield. By deforming and changing direction, the Invincible Shield can reduce force and prevent it from sinking directly into the point of impact without support, thus failing to provide any protection."

Chen Cheng scribbled the shape of an umbrella on the paper, then bit the pen cap with his teeth. He originally thought the design wouldn't be too difficult, but now, the water on the table had been boiled four or five times, and he still hadn't gotten a hot drink.

"If it comes with an umbrella-like design, wouldn't its overall size be too large? Originally, as an energy body design, it only needs to be the size of a ring, a belt, or any other easily stored item. But to make an energy body achieve, let alone surpass, an invincible shield of the same level, even if it has the same defensive effect as an invincible shield of the same level, the strength of the support required is probably not something that can be easily achieved."

Too lazy to pick up the pen that had slipped from my grip and flown under the table. I pulled another pen from the pen holder, looked at the kettle boiling for the sixth time, and my thoughts drifted away.

"It seems there's no description of steam engines in Douluo Continent. It looks like soul power in this world, being the cleanest, most convenient, and easiest-to-obtain energy source, is far too comprehensive. The technology tree from my previous life feels completely insurmountable! No, even if it were usable, as a humanities student, I wouldn't remember much! I remember getting only 14 points on my chemistry exam before the subject selection test. My teacher patted me on the shoulder and said, 'Let me choose humanities.' So embarrassing. However, steam engines appeared at a crucial historical juncture, so I should know a little. Is there any potential for steam power reform in Douluo Continent? In the future, soul-guided trains could use soul power plus steam to move. When people get tired, they add some coal, and then it pushes them forward. When the coal runs out, they add more soul power, and then it keeps going. Hahahaha, strangely hilarious..."

Thinking this, Chen Cheng felt much more relaxed. He went over and poured himself a glass of water, finally able to drink the hot water that helped relieve his fatigue.

Suddenly, a flash of inspiration struck Chen Cheng. He jumped to the table and hurriedly grabbed a pen to sketch the inspiration drawing. However, he forgot to put down the cup in his hand and wet the paper on the table. He threw the cup against the wall and instantly transformed into a table cleaning master, sweeping everything on the table to the floor. He then took out a clean sheet of paper and began to draw!

"That's right, why didn't I think of that earlier? Since I'm going to make an invincible shield and a defensive soul tool anyway, why not just design an integrated one? I already have a pretty good idea of ​​the structure of the defensive soul tool. After I finish the structure of the defensive soul tool, I'll use it as the umbrella ribs, and then use the energy body of the invincible shield as the umbrella surface. Then I'll implement both automatic and active triggering methods!"

"Anyway, my soul tool was originally designed to provide protection. When it needs to be automatically activated, it's definitely because a crisis has occurred. At that time, the higher the defensive capability, the better. The entire soul tool should open like an automatic umbrella, with the ribs and canopy opening simultaneously, which is only a matter of a moment, not much slower than a traditional invincible shield. However, it's a combination of an invincible shield and a defensive soul tool, so its defensive performance is definitely stronger than a traditional invincible shield, not to mention its core 'force deflection' design concept!"

"Then, when choosing automatic triggering, additional design can be made so that users can choose whether to turn it on at the same time, or only turn on the defensive soul tool."

Chen Cheng muttered to himself as he scribbled furiously on a newly taken-out piece of paper. Once he had completely written down the design concept, he tossed the pen aside and began to celebrate wildly, completely unaware that Huo Yuhao was already staring in disbelief at the doorway.

"Um." Huo Yuhao finally decided to knock on the door as a sign of respect.

"Ahem, I've been thinking about design ideas all afternoon and I've been at a loss. I finally had a breakthrough just now, so that's why I'm like this..." Chen Cheng quickly gathered up the notes on the table and then bent down to clean up the mess on the floor.

Huo Yuhao put the food he was carrying on the table and then helped tidy up.

"Huh? You brought this for me? You're so thoughtful!" Chen Cheng had been so engrossed in this design problem that he hadn't noticed it was past lunchtime. After receiving Huo Yuhao's confirmation, he pounced on Huo Yuhao without a care for his image and wolfed down his food. "You go look at the materials first. We'll start after I finish eating."

Huo Yuhao had no objections. He was just surprised that his older brother Chen Cheng had this side to him. Earlier in the cafeteria, Bei Bei and Xu Sanshi had been joking about him, saying he was probably off somewhere. However, after the joke, they still asked Huo Yuhao to bring him some food, guessing that he hadn't come to eat because he was probably engrossed in something and didn't have time to come himself. At first, he only saw Chen Cheng's diligence in cultivation, but now seeing him equally obsessed with soul tools, he felt a surge of admiration.

After the storm had passed, Chen Cheng didn't continue with the design of the soul tool. Instead, he sat with Huo Yuhao and patiently explained various aspects of soul tools to him.

"Is this kid really that quick-witted? Is it just his intelligence, or is it a perk of being a spirit-type Soul Master? He can memorize a design after looking at it two or three times, while I had to constantly copy it to barely imprint it in my mind, and after a while it would be like a stranger again. It seems that the original novel's description of Huo Yuhao's achievements in Soul Tools was indeed not exaggerated. At this rate, he might even create a Level 4 Soul Tool Core four months earlier than in the original novel! He'll advance the record for Level 4 Soul Tool Master from the original novel by four months!"

Putting down his pen, Chen Cheng looked at Huo Yuhao and found that the boy's eyes were bright and piercing. Throughout the whole conversation, Chen Cheng felt that he was getting a little thirsty, but Huo Yuhao was still very enthusiastic, just like a sponge that hadn't absorbed enough water.

  

"By the way, don't you usually go to the library to read? If you have any questions about anything other than soul tools, you can ask me. After all, I read all the books in the outside library before I was in the third year." Chen Cheng picked up his teacup, took a sip, and pretended to be a grandmaster.

"Screech!" "Pfft! Clang!"

The first sound came from Huo Yuhao, who couldn't help but laugh when he saw Chen Cheng's serious and pretentious manner. However, out of respect for Chen Cheng, he quickly tried to control his facial muscles, which only made his expression even more distorted and funny.

When Chen Cheng saw Huo Yuhao's expression, which was so funny it was like a meme, he spat out a mouthful of water, and the cup in his hand fell to the ground and shattered.

Chen Cheng feigned anger and said, "What do you mean? If you don't agree, you don't agree! Why do you have to make me laugh? My last nice glass is gone! The whole set is gone!"

Huo Yuhao initially thought Chen Cheng was angry from his tone, but after realizing he was joking, he laughed again. Their voices echoed in the room for a long time.

It took a long time for the two to calm down. Chen Cheng cleaned up the broken pieces of the cup on the floor and judged in a condescending tone, "You're just an eleven-year-old brat, always so serious, you have no energy at all. Anyone who didn't know better would think you'd just broken up with your boyfriend or were pretending to be Jiahao. What's Jiahao? Oh, it's your hometown dialect, you don't need to know..."

Later, Huo Yuhao asked a few questions that weren't too complicated, and Chen Cheng answered them one by one, adding his own opinions and explanations, which Huo Yuhao nodded in agreement.

After the theoretical session, Huo Yuhao habitually walked to the forging furnace and began his Chaotic Cloak Hammering Technique forging for the day. Chen Cheng wasn't idle either; after putting on a set of weights, he stood in front of another forging furnace. He figured since he was idle anyway, he might as well refine the metal first to reduce future production time.

"Go away! I told you you were being too reckless!" Chen Cheng handed over a handful of bamboo shoots, saying irritably, "Twenty hammer blows was clearly your limit, but you insisted on doing one more and dislocating your shoulder! I think you're just trying to push me to the limit because you know I have a healing soul skill!"

Hearing Chen Cheng's helpless tone, Huo Yuhao blushed. It was indeed because of Chen Cheng's presence that he practiced so recklessly. Fortunately, Chen Cheng noticed in time and healed him with his fourth soul skill; otherwise, who knows how badly his arm would have been injured if he swung the hammer again.

Chen Cheng pulled up a chair for him to sit down. What he'd just said was, of course, just words spoken in anger. Others might not know why Huo Yuhao was working so hard, but how could he not? He felt sorry for the child; such a young child, who hadn't even finished elementary school in his previous life! But Huo Yuhao had already shouldered a heavy burden of hatred, desperately trying to become stronger so he could avenge himself!

Chen Cheng deftly took out several medicinal herbs for treatment, and used bamboo strips to make a mortar and pestle. Then, the rhythmic sound of pounding medicine filled the room.

Huo Yuhao felt a surge of emotion. He had been preparing to continue practicing after Chen Cheng used his soul skill to heal him. However, Chen Cheng insisted he rest and refused to let him practice anymore, leading Huo Yuhao to believe Chen Cheng was angry with him. He had been worried about what would happen if Chen Cheng stopped letting him come in the future, but now, seeing Chen Cheng making him sit and even grinding medicine for him, he realized Chen Cheng's words were just angry talk. The aroma of the medicine filling the room told him it was of high quality!

Huo Yuhao lowered his head in embarrassment, silently remembering Chen Cheng's kindness.

With a sigh, Chen Cheng took out a wooden bucket and placed it in the room. He then used bamboo to create a pipe that connected the bucket to a water pipe, filling it with hot water. He carefully poured the prepared medicinal herbs into the bucket, and the originally clear water instantly became thicker. Steam carrying the bittersweet aroma of the herbs swirled around it, gentle and not pungent.

Chen Cheng made a "please" gesture, then waved his hand to create a bamboo screen that separated the two of them.

"Go in and soak. There's no need to consciously absorb it. The prescription I found has brought out the medicinal power of every ingredient. In less than half an hour, all the medicinal power will be used to strengthen your body."

When the sound of splashing water was heard, Chen Cheng shook his head. Wasn't this a hint that he shouldn't push himself too hard?

Sitting there bored, Chen Cheng finally spoke up: "Can you tell me why you're so desperate to become stronger?"