Douluo Dragon King: My Strategy System Is a Bit Off

Chapter 49 Xu Xiaoyu is not wronged

Heaven Dou City existed 20,000 years ago. Even during the Spirit Hall era, it was a leading city on the continent, and at one time, it was the number one city on the continent. At that time, it was the capital of the Heaven Dou Empire.

It wasn't until later, after the Sun Moon Empire, the predecessor of the Federation, annexed the Heavenly Dou Empire, that this place became an ordinary city.

The Star Dou Great Forest lies to the west of Heaven Dou City, not too far away, and it's also very close to Shrek City. Even in modern times, it remains a vital transportation hub on the continent, occupying arguably the most central position on the continent.

So even though it is no longer the national capital, it still holds a pivotal position and its development has never lagged behind.

The reason there are relatively few high-rise buildings is simply because Tiandou City is a historical city. In order to preserve its original state as much as possible, Tiandou City stipulates that all buildings cannot exceed fifty meters in height, which means they are limited to ten stories or less.

This place can be considered a famous tourist city with a rich cultural heritage.

"Coo coo~"

As the three walked down the main street of Tiandou City, Tang Wulin's stomach finally began to rumble with hunger.

Lin Ci chuckled and teased, "What, you're hungry now?"

Since the train incident, Tang Wulin hasn't eaten a single thing. He can't help it; the physical aversion he feels makes it unbearable.

But now he was starving, his stomach really couldn't take it anymore.

Tang Wulin blushed, feeling a little embarrassed. Before he could say anything, he smelled a fragrance.

Tang Wulin sniffed hard, his eyes gleaming with surprise: "Teacher Wu, what's this scent? It smells so familiar!"

Wu Changkong didn't speak, but simply led the two of them straight towards the direction from which the fragrance was coming.

But when Lin Ci saw the name of the shop, her lips twitched involuntarily.

Nothing more than a plaque hanging above the shop that reads: Yuhao Grilled Fish.

Tang Wulin exclaimed in surprise, "Brother Ci, I remember your grilled fish was advertised as being better than Huo Yuhao's?"

As soon as he said that, all the diners and staff in the shop turned to look at them.

Wu Changkong had already distanced himself from the two of them at some point.

Lin Ci quickly covered Tang Wulin's mouth.

If he keeps talking like this, the two of them probably won't even leave this grilled fish restaurant. Is this something that can be said in public?

It's tantamount to smashing someone's signboard.

After the two found a corner to sit down, Wu Changkong leisurely returned to his seat.

Lin Ci sighed helplessly, "Teacher Wu, you're really good at betraying your teammates."

Wu Changkong shook his head slightly. "That's called assessing the situation."

Lin Ci: "Uh..."

Wu Changkong's serious statement left him speechless.

It wasn't mealtime, but the place was already about 80% full. The rich aroma was coming from the grilled fish.

Seeing the large number of people in the store, Tang Wulin asked in a low voice, "Teacher Wu, is this store very famous because it's so popular?"

Wu Changkong said, "Yuhao Grilled Fish is very famous in the central region of the continent, especially in Tiandou City and Xingluo City. It is said that the recipe for this grilled fish was passed down by Huo Yuhao, the first tower master of the Spirit Pagoda, hence the name. In Shrek City, there is another grilled fish restaurant that tastes even better than Yuhao Grilled Fish. It is said that the recipe was passed down by the person in the mural of the Spirit Pagoda in Donghai City who was with Huo Yuhao. A senior from Shrek Academy opened it decades ago. It is still very popular now, but it is only open in Shrek City."

Tang Wulin nodded, then said, "Teacher Wu, I'll go get the grilled fish; it'll be our turn soon."

After Tang Wulin left, Wu Changkong looked at Lin Ci and asked, "Does your Light Element Martial Soul have the ability to devour the power of evil soul masters for your own use?"

Clearly, Wu Changkong couldn't have missed it.

After Lin Ci's beam of light killed the evil soul master, it merged into his body, clearly increasing his soul power level. Even with Wu Changkong's Soul Emperor's eyesight, he could clearly sense the changes in soul power fluctuations.

Lin Ci had nothing to hide, so he nodded, "It's possible, but only evil spirit masters who have devoured ordinary people can do it."

He still felt it was necessary to explain further, otherwise his abilities might be mistaken for those of an evil spirit master.

Wu Changkong didn't think in that direction, but a glint appeared in his eyes. In his view, this ability was a natural counter to evil soul masters. It could be said that it was quite similar to the one on Seagod Island.

After pondering for a moment, Wu Changkong said, "You need to be more careful in your future actions regarding your abilities. Although evil spirit masters are despised by everyone, they are ruthless. If they know you have the ability to restrain them, they will definitely see you as a thorn in their side and try every means to deal with you. Don't show this ability to others yet. Only do so when you encounter an evil spirit master you must kill."

He only gave those few words of advice and didn't say anything else. Lin Ci held too many secrets in his eyes, from his ancient martial arts to his hidden twin martial souls and this ability. Especially when facing those evil soul masters, his reactions were worlds apart from Tang Wulin's.

Of course, this can't be attributed to Tang Wulin. A ten-year-old boy would react much worse in this situation. Lin Ci's reaction was abnormal; he showed no fear whatsoever and was able to act with remarkable composure.

Wu Changkong couldn't help but think that Lin Ci's ability to discover this skill must have stemmed from his experience dealing with evil spirit masters. Undoubtedly, this was a good thing; a ten-year-old boy, seemingly unserious on the surface, was actually quite mature. While this was strange, it would definitely be beneficial and harmless for his future cultivation path.

Soon, Tang Wulin returned carrying several grilled fish, which smelled delicious. It seems there's a reason why he's so famous in so many big cities.

However, after taking a big bite, Tang Wulin frowned.

"What's wrong? Is it not tasty?" Wu Changkong asked.

"No." Tang Wulin shook his head again, took another bite, as if to confirm again, "This grilled fish is delicious, but it's really not as good as the one Brother Ci grills."

Not a single mistake, not a single poem, not a single post, not a single piece of content, not a single look!

Lin Ci gently rubbed her temples. "Um, Wu Lin, don't overpraise me."

He was truly exasperated with Huo Yuhao. He didn't even bother with the improved version of the inherited craft; he was still using the original. Now, wasn't this just causing him trouble?

Wu Changkong thought there was something wrong with today's grilled fish, but after taking a bite, he found that it tasted almost the same as before.

Then Tang Wulin couldn't possibly be lying, so Lin Ci's grilled fish really is delicious. Over the years, the only place Wu Changkong has ever eaten that tasted better than Yu Hao's grilled fish is the one in Shrek City that he just mentioned.

He knew that Lin Ci used to sell grilled fish at the school gate, but he had never eaten it before.

Wu Changkong said, "Let me try it next time."

What else could Lin Ci say but agree?

Tang Wulin said very sincerely, "Brother Ci, I didn't expect what you said on that signboard to actually be true."

He was referring to the line Lin Ci wrote when he sold grilled fish: "It tastes better than Huo Yuhao's grilled fish."

However, Tang Wulin also indirectly proved that Xu Xiaoyu was not wronged. Lin Ci's grilled fish was indeed tastier than Huo Yuhao's.

"Each has its own unique characteristics," Lin Ci could only explain while eating the grilled fish.

He was genuinely afraid that Tang Wulin would say something shocking again, and if the shopkeeper heard it, they would be in real trouble if they thought they were looking for trouble.

Tang Wulin finished the meal with ninety grilled fish, while Lin Ci ate dozens. Wu Changkong treated them as revenge for his betrayal of his teammates.

After leaving the grilled fish restaurant, Wu Changkong led the two of them on foot towards the outskirts of the city.

Tang Wulin was still very curious, after all, it was his first time in such a megacity, and it was still very novel.

But Lin Ci was different. She glanced at Wu Changkong in front of her and then seemed to be deep in thought.

If he's not mistaken, then Wu Changkong's purpose in coming here is quite simple.

It's actually a huge regret, because he left after the mission failed. At that time, Wu Changkong was still very young at Shrek Academy, just a little kid following his teacher around.

Unexpectedly, the story unfolded as planned, and regret remained. The mischievous child who once yearned to grow up with a heart full of hope has now become a melancholy young man.

Perhaps this is fate, and no one can escape it.

(End of this chapter)