NABC Chapter 41: Gratitude from Huo Gua
Chapter 41: Gratitude from Huo Gua
Chapter 41: Gratitude from Huo Gua
"But Teacher Xiaoya, you can rest assured. If the Tang Sect really needs to recruit disciples in the future, they can start from the Soul Guidance Department. Don't we still have my reputation? When the time comes, just mention my name, and I don't believe no one will come to the Tang Sect. Besides, I also specialize in Soul Guidance Devices."
Su Yu was right; he had Tang Ya firmly grasped her weakness, and Tang Ya was completely unaware that she was being led by the nose by Su Yu.
"Great! Great!" Tang Ya was overjoyed. "But Su Yu, you're clearly more suited to the Martial Soul system, so why did you choose the Soul Guidance system? Won't cultivating both systems affect your cultivation speed?"
Bei Bei also reminded him from the side, "Junior brother, you also need to distinguish between primary and secondary things. Obviously, the potential of your martial soul is greater than that of your soul guidance system. Soul power and soul rings are the foundation of us soul masters. Even some powerful soul guidance devices require strong soul power to use."
"Senior brother, I understand. But you must believe me, my choice will not be wrong."
Su Yu had long known that the future development trend, compared to the development of Soul Masters, had actually reached a bottleneck for Douluo Continent. Soul Tools would undoubtedly be the beginning of a new era!
"Speaking of which, you seem to be a core disciple of the Soul Guidance Department, right? Do you really have the time to fulfill the requirements of the Martial Soul Department? With your strength, you have a real chance of becoming the next Shrek Seven Devils in the future. Such a high honor, Su Yu, are you sure you want to give it up for the Soul Guidance Department?" Tang Ya said leisurely.
Wang Dong, standing to the side, paused for a moment, then asked, "Teacher Xiaoya, are you saying that with Su Yu's strength, he has a real chance of becoming a candidate for the Shrek Seven Devils?"
"Actually, you don't need to worry. The first place in this freshman assessment should get a spot as a core disciple. But you all benefited from Su Yu's influence. Even if you weren't first, you would still be able to become core disciples. So, as long as you work hard, you all have a chance."
Tang Ya pondered for a moment and looked at Su Yu, who was deep in thought.
At this moment, Su Yu spoke up: "Actually, I'm not suited to participate in the Martial Soul Department's assessment. You guys are enough. I'll just stay in the Soul Guidance Department. Isn't there a Xiao Xiao in our class with twin Martial Souls?"
"Xiao Xiao?" Wang Dong and Huo Yuhao turned to look at Su Yu at the same time, their faces full of doubt and confusion.
"I don't plan to participate in the Martial Soul system assessment. However, I believe that Xiao Xiao's twin Martial Souls can play a greater role if she teams up with you."
Su Yu ate Huo Yuhao's grilled fish with gusto, lying on the grass and gazing up at the sky.
"Why? Su Yu, didn't we agree to cultivate together? How could you..."
As he spoke, Wang Dong looked at Su Yu with resentment, while Su Yu pulled Wang Dong over and the two lay down on the ground side by side.
Smelling the faint fragrance emanating from Wang Dong, Su Yu habitually handed Wang Dong the grilled fish he had taken from Huo Yuhao.
"I know you have doubts, but you have to believe me, just like I believed you back then. In the future, I hope you can bring back the championship for me in the All-Continent Advanced Soul Master Academy Battle Tournament with the soul tools I made. Good luck!"
Wang Dong and Huo Yuhao clenched their fists tightly. Su Yu looked at them with the gratified gaze of an old father, and finally nodded.
The five of them chatted casually until night fell, at which point they all returned to their dormitories.
"Alright, don't worry about me. The reason I did that was to plan your future paths. Who can say for sure that my mutated martial soul won't cause any accidents? Don't worry, I'll be studying the martial soul system in the future, since I'm already doing it as a secondary cultivation."
Su Yu calmly comforted the somewhat angry Wang Dong. It has to be said that after spending a semester together, this assessment has further deepened the relationship between Su Yu and Wang Dong.
However, what Wang Dong didn't know was that everything Su Yu did was part of a plan. Su Yu seemed like a selfless person who would go to great lengths for his friends, but once Wang Dong learned the truth, he probably would want to tear Su Yu to pieces.
To be fair, Wang Dong, looking like a little girl right now, is still quite appealing...
Sitting beside Wang Dong's bed, Wang Dong didn't resist. He said angrily, "Then you have to promise me that we'll study and cultivate together from now on. You can't just leave me behind and run away!"
"Alright, alright, whatever you say, whatever you say, okay..."
That night, Su Yu didn't shamelessly try to squeeze in with Wang Dong. However, he stood outside all night, unable to sleep.
The next day.
Su Yu woke up from his cultivation, and after waking up the sleepy Wang Dong, he led Huo Yuhao to the assessment venue. This was their last match, and their opponents were not Zhou Sichen's team from Class 10 of the freshmen, but Huang Chutian's team, whom they had previously beaten.
Unexpectedly, they did not fail and actually made it to the final round by relying on the Martial Soul Fusion Skill of Lan Susu and Lan Luoluo. It's a pity that Dai Huabin will probably only get third place this time.
Looking at the three people opposite him, Su Yu smiled brightly, while Huang Chutian's expression was quite interesting.
"Huo Yuhao, Class 1, Freshmen."
"Wang Dong, Class 1, Freshmen."
"Su Yu, Class 1, Freshmen."
The name Su Yu was like a heavy bomb, exploding violently in the hearts of Huang Chutian and the other two.
"Huang Chutian, Class 7, Freshmen."
"Class 7, freshmen, Lan Luoluo."
"Class 7, freshmen, Lan Susu."
Both sides slowly retreated to the edge of the court. Just as Su Yu was preparing to make his move when the referee called "start," Huang Chutian on the other side promptly uttered four words that greatly disappointed Su Yu.
We surrender!
Holy crap, why are you guys giving up? We had such a good chance to wreck the fish pond, and you just had to restart?
Holy crap, that's ruthless!
In the end, Su Yu's team won the assessment, marking a significant milestone in Su Yu's semester.
"Now I announce that the third place winner in this round of elimination for the new student assessment is the team of Dai Huabin, Zhu Lu, and Cui Yajie!"
"Second place: Huang Chutian, Lan Susu, and Lan Luoluo's team!"
"Now, please give a warm round of applause to our final champions from the freshman assessment: the team of Su Yu, Wang Dong, and Huo Yuhao!"
As Dean of Students Du Weilun finished speaking, the entire room erupted in enthusiastic applause.
The three exchanged glances. Su Yu remained calm, but the other two were as happy as children.
Seeing Su Yu and the other two step forward, Du Weilin smiled and gestured for them to stand in the center.
"Alright, now I announce the rewards for the top three teams in the freshman assessment. The top three teams will all receive a unified reward from the academy, and each member can request a spirit ring from the academy when they need one, and the academy will assist them in obtaining a spirit ring that is within their means and is most suitable for them."
Du Weilun's words elicited gasps and exclamations of admiration from the first-year students, but Su Yu found them somewhat amusing.
It seems Zhou Yi gave him special treatment last time, so he'll probably get another freebie this time...
"In view of the champion team, Su Yu and Wang Dong's outstanding performance and undefeated record, the academy has decided to give them a special reward. The academy will keep this reward confidential for them. After the class assignments are completed, you two can come with me to collect it."
Su Yu could roughly guess what this special reward was; it was probably just a soul bone, which he had given to Xiao Xiao before. However, this time, he figured those two idiots would most likely try to pass it on to him.
After everyone returned to their positions, Du Weilun said, "The quality of this year's freshmen is even better than before. I hope you will continue your efforts. Heaven rewards diligence; no matter how talented you are, you won't reap good rewards without hard work. Shrek Academy is the number one Soul Master Academy on the continent. I hope you will all graduate smoothly and achieve excellent results. In view of the outstanding freshmen who emerged in this year's Freshman Competition, the academy has specially approved a group of students to become core disciples of the outer academy. Now I will announce the list of personnel."
The selection of core disciples is something everyone is extremely concerned about. Once chosen, they will receive preferential treatment in terms of external resources. Since it concerns their personal interests, how could everyone not take it to heart?
Du Weilun opened his folder and read aloud: "Based on the performance of the new students in the assessment, the core disciples who have been approved by the academy are: Wang Dong, Su Yu, Huo Yuhao, Xiao Xiao, Dai Huabin, Zhu Lu, Zhou Sichen, Cao Jinxuan, Lan Susu, Lan Luoluo, Ning Tian, and Wu Feng."
This time was different. Su Yu was incredibly audacious and negotiated terms with the two deans, who actually agreed. This completely blocked Huo Yuhao's future path. Although he successfully sent him to the Martial Soul Department, Su Yu had no choice but to accept Huo Yuhao's future opportunities in the Soul Guidance Department without hesitation.
Hearing his name called, Huo Yuhao's eyes welled up with tears. In that instant, his heart was filled with gratitude for Su Yu. Although he had given his all, cultivating desperately every day and striving to improve.
While others rested, he cultivated; while others were being lazy, he also cultivated. But he was only at the first stage. If it weren't for Su Yu, he wouldn't even have had the chance to become a core disciple.
All of this was achieved by Su Yu, and he couldn't let Su Yu down.
I don't want to hold Su Yu back. I must work hard and catch up with Su Yu. I can't let him always have to sacrifice for me anymore!
Huo Yuhao secretly vowed in his heart that from this moment on, his gaze toward Su Yu would turn into one of respect and admiration.
Su Yu smiled, patted Huo Yuhao on the shoulder, and nodded to him.
Du Weilun continued, "Given that some freshmen, despite lacking in talent and ability, still demonstrated outstanding performance in the freshman assessment, the academy has decided to grant them the status of core disciples temporarily until the end of this academic year. If they make a breakthrough in next year's promotion exam, they will be considered for formal core disciple status. The list is as follows: Cui Yajie, Huang Chutian, Long Xiangyue, and Nanmen Yun'er. That concludes the announcement."
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