Melee archer with maxed-out Douluo luck

Chapter 9 The Establishment and Departure of the Path of Cultivation

"Teacher, you flatter me."

Han Li did not actually think he was a genius just because Guang Ling had acted somewhat out of control.

He knew very well that he wasn't a genius; he was just a second-tier university graduate, not much different from Huang Tao, and a humanities student at that. Before he transmigrated, he would have faced the constant risk of unemployment. It was only in this Douluo Continent, where everyone was wise, that he stood out.

"It seems that what Zidian's people said about you liking to read all kinds of books a few years ago has really paid off. How did you come up with the idea of ​​developing your martial soul in this way? I don't think anyone taught you, right?" Guangling couldn't help but ask.

"To be honest, teacher, I've read through most of the books from the Spirit Hall and Notting Academy, and I've come to the conclusion that spirits are inherited through bloodlines." Han Li shrugged and continued, "For someone like me, if I want to turn my life around, there's only one way: mutation."

Guangling watched his disciple, who spoke with great maturity, without interrupting. He himself was a beneficiary of the Martial Soul mutation, so he naturally understood this very well.

"My parents' martial souls are both mutated martial souls, although the degree of mutation is not high. I am very likely to inherit one of them, or of course, I may degenerate. But I am not willing to just accept this."

Han Li paused for a moment, then said, "It wasn't until I saw examples of elemental weapon spirits continuously evolving and adding attributes that a flash of inspiration struck me, leading to this idea. Even if my idea fails, as long as I can stabilize the elemental attributes of my spirit, at the very least, my descendants won't start with an iron blade, right?"

At this point, he smiled and said, "However, it's not necessary now. My martial soul is stronger than I imagined, but I still want to try this idea. After all, as the teacher said, simply adding a single-element soul ring or a pure amplification soul ring would be a waste of my talent, and might even cause unstable mutations, not to mention that they are two completely different forms with completely different attack modes."

Guang Ling nodded unconsciously as he listened. He was convinced, and with his knowledge as a Super Douluo, it was easy for him to analyze whether it was feasible. After all, cultivation after level 95 was no longer simply about accumulating soul power, but about developing and comprehending one's martial soul.

In his view, while it might not be entirely correct, it certainly wasn't wrong. At the very least, cultivating martial spirits in this way would allow him and the disciple before him to easily reach level 97.

"I possess the potential of a Super Douluo," a thought popped into Guang Ling's mind.

He was overjoyed. Apart from Xiaoxue, who possessed the angelic inheritance and was guaranteed to reach level 99, none of the other elders had trained a single Super Douluo. Even those who had received guidance had not broken through the level 95 barrier. But he, Guangling, knew that his disciple would definitely not be weaker than him in the future.

That's enough, Bibi Dong, thank you. But when you step down from the position of Pope, that will be the time for us, master and disciple, to team up and beat you up, Guang Ling thought to himself with a smug smile.

"Teacher? Teacher? Do you think this is feasible?"

Han Li watched as Guang Ling inexplicably started grinning foolishly on the spot, and couldn't help but shout loudly.

"Cough cough."

Guangling's thoughts returned to reality. He coughed lightly and looked at his disciple seriously: "Your idea is fine, I agree with it, and I can guarantee your early growth. But that doesn't mean you can completely abandon your early combat abilities. Later, I will train you specifically so that you will still have a certain level of combat ability without relying on soul skills."

"However, this kind of training might be very tough for you, you can understand, right?"

After hearing Han Li's plan, Guang Ling was indeed prepared to abandon his early combat strength, but then he thought of Bibi Dong. In that case, how could his disciple be weaker than that little fox?

To be honest, the little fox was actually a few years older than Han Li, but his disciple Guang Ling was never inferior to anyone, and he believed that he would overcome it. Yes, he always believed in his disciple, Guang Ling told himself again and again.

As Han Li watched Guang Ling speak, his expression gradually turned malicious, and his sense of crisis increased. However, he really didn't want to be a complete waste, so he gritted his teeth and nodded.

"It's just a little hardship in the early stages, I can just bear it and it'll pass. It'll only take twenty years at most. Just think about the wonderful life after I become a god, and I'll treat it as paying off my mortgage," he thought fiercely.

Seeing that Han Li had no objections, Guang Ling was even more satisfied and took the initiative to ask, "For your first soul ring, are you planning to decide on a regular amplification first? Or will you focus on improving your elemental control abilities?"

After a moment's thought, Han Li replied, "About the elements. That way, I might be able to further determine the direction, and even if we fail, the impact on the future will be minimized."

After listening to his words, Guangling tried hard to search his mind for a suitable soul beast. After thinking for a while, he said, "Well, if I remember correctly, there should be a suitable soul beast among the small soul beasts kept in Wuhun City as your first soul ring. There is no need to take you to hunt them."

"However, I need to remind you of something. I was too excited just now and forgot to tell you. Whether your idea can be realized depends on your comprehension. As far as I know, among the known soul beasts, there are quite a few that have been hunted and made into soul ring skills that are related to elemental affinity, but none of them have the effect of elemental control."

Guangling's expression turned serious again, and she solemnly reminded him.

Han Li nodded thoughtfully. It wasn't that he couldn't defeat it, but he didn't know if killing the Silver Dragon King, a divine beast, would yield a soul ring.

Only elemental affinity? But that's enough. He can rely on immortal herbs and powerful spiritual energy to reduce the difficulty later. As he grows stronger, his luck will also bless him. With all the ideas from his past life, if he still can't make it this way, then he might as well give up.

"That's enough, teacher. After all, I'm your disciple." Han Li replied with a smile.

"Haha, well said. When the time comes, you and I, master and disciple, will be two peerless masters, let them be envious." Guang Ling was stunned for a moment, then laughed loudly.

"The teacher will see this day," Han Li said earnestly, clenching his fist.

"Come, take me to meet the people who have supported you over the years. I want to thank them properly for allowing me to have such a good disciple as you."

Guangling smiled, took Han Li's hand, and walked outside.

The meal was a pleasant one for both the host and guests. With Guang Ling in a good mood, he praised the three of them as much as he could, well, the kind of praise that was forced. After all, given Guang Ling's personality, he would never have paid attention to such low-level Soul Masters in the past. He even promised that they could make a reasonable request.

Matthew, Xiao Zhan, and Su Yuntao were flattered, but at Han Li's prompting, they each made a suitable request. Guang Ling didn't hesitate either, sending out a message on the spot. Presumably, the three of them would receive the good news in a few days.

Han Li was also very happy for the three of them, but he was still weak and did not have enough ability to repay them. For now, he could only rely on his teacher's ability to give back in some way.

Knowing that Guangling was about to leave with Han Li, the three of them chatted with Han Li for a while longer, said their goodbyes, and then reluctantly left.

Having made preparations in advance, Han Li summoned all the servants in the mansion, compensated them with half a year's wages, and dismissed them all before bringing Xiu'er to her teacher.

Han Li gently locked the door, glanced back at the place where he had lived for nearly three years, and then walked towards Guang Ling and Xiu'er, who were waiting nearby.

Without saying a word, Guangling picked up one in each arm, unfurled his ice-blue wings, and soared into the sky amidst the astonished gazes of the passersby in Notting City.

I'm eagerly awaiting your reading of the new book!

(End of this chapter)