When Yu Xiaogang learned from Yu Tianheng's mouth that Yu Tianming, who also possessed a mutated spirit, was born with full innate spirit power, while he himself only had half a rank of innate power, he was so jealous that his nails dug into his flesh.
But soon, Yu Xiaogang realized this was his opportunity—his chance to become famous across the world.
So he came here full of confidence, hoping to use Yu Tianming as proof of his theories.
Facing Yu Tianming's question, Yu Xiaogang curled his lips slightly and said with calm confidence, "I believe, unlike the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon, you shouldn't take the power-attack path, but rather follow the agility-attack path."
He cleared his throat and said, "I know you're confused. Why would I have you walk the agility-attack route instead of the power-attack path passed down by generations of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon clan?"
"You see, the biggest difference between your awakened Three-headed Dragon King and the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon is that your spirit can fly."
"Think about it. A spirit master with flight ability and the physical strength of a Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon—such an agility-attack type would be a nightmare for support-type spirit masters."
At this point, Yu Tianming already realized he had overestimated Yu Xiaogang. But instead of exposing him, he asked, "My spirit is already strong in physical attributes, and taking the power-attack route with the bonus of flight ability—wouldn't it be better to play to my strengths?"
Yu Xiaogang still spoke confidently, "If you do that, you'll be just like everyone else. There are so many power-attack type spirit masters in the world, and you might not end up the strongest among them. But if you take the agility path, not only do you have the advantage of flight, you could become the most durable among agility-attack types."
It all sounded logically consistent. If it were Tang San, he would've already been talked into it, lost all sense of direction, and knelt down to acknowledge him as his master.
But Yu Tianming knew clearly that Yu Xiaogang's theory was just developing his own weak points. It was pure nonsense.
Still, he didn't bother arguing further about routes, and instead asked another question: "Then, what spirit beast do you suggest I choose for my first spirit ring?"
At this point, Yu Xiaogang got even more excited. He pulled out a small booklet from his pocket and handed it to Yu Tianming, saying, "This is my work, Top Ten Competitive Powers of Martial Spirits. It's because of this book that people respectfully call me 'Master'."
He continued, "According to my theory, your first spirit ring should come from a giant flytrap. I once investigated 236 spirit masters who chose the giant flytrap as their first spirit ring. Their spirit skills, much like the flytrap's rapid closing during a hunt, were significantly faster than those from animal-type spirit rings."
"Why would a mutated Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon spirit not choose a dragon-type beast, but instead pick a plant?" Yu Tianming couldn't help interrupting Yu Xiaogang's bizarre reasoning.
Yu Xiaogang's rhetoric was identical to how he once fooled Tang San. He had Tang San absorb animal-type rings while suggesting himself absorb plant-type ones. It's like ignoring the open road to blaze a strange trail—just to prove his theory?
At this point, Yu Xiaogang still hadn't realized that Yu Tianming no longer believed in his theories. Instead, he doubled down with more confidence, "One of the ten core competitive powers I've researched is the mimicry theory of martial spirits. Plant-type spirits don't necessarily have to absorb plant-type rings, and beast-type spirits don't always need beast-type rings. Under the right conditions, the two can absorb each other's rings."
"I already told you, the giant flytrap's spirit skill as a first ring offers speed far beyond the average. That's extremely important for agility-attack types."
Yu Tianming didn't even want to argue anymore—let him stay wrong, better than letting Tang San go down the right path too early.
Since he wasn't going to keep listening to this nonsense, he took the booklet Yu Xiaogang gave him and said, "Second Uncle, I may have only gone through basic education in the clan, but even I know that dragon-type spirits absorb dragon-type spirit beasts best. Animal spirits not absorbing plant rings isn't due to lack of theory—it's simply known to be a bad match. How did that become a research theory under your hand?"
Yu Xiaogang's face flushed red. He didn't think his theories were flawed; he just couldn't believe a child who had only received a few years of basic education dared to question the hard work of his life.
Top Ten Core Competitive Powers of Martial Spirits was his greatest pride, his dignity. He could ignore others gossiping behind his back, but challenging his research was like defecating on his head—absolutely intolerable.
Before Yu Xiaogang could speak, Yu Tianming continued, "You say the maximum age for a first spirit ring is 423 years. A top-tier beast-type spirit like mine might be able to absorb it, but could a support-type? Could a frail, impoverished civilian spirit master? If someone dies because of your misleading advice, is that not your responsibility? I see many of your so-called theories are simply traditions passed down in the clan. As the clan leader's second son, is it right for you to spread them freely?"
"To spread clan knowledge for personal fame is disloyal. To mislead others without discernment is unjust. To study for years yet still make basic mistakes is to be ignorant. And yet you still dare to call yourself a master."
Before Yu Tianming finished, Yu Xiaogang's eyes turned bloodshot and he jumped to his feet. Whether out of rage or guilt, he was red-faced and breathing heavily, unable to speak.
Then, for some reason, he summoned Luo Sanpao directly and shouted at Yu Tianming, "You—you have no respect for your elders!"
Ah Zhu and Ah Zhi had already been standing behind Yu Xiaogang with lunchboxes in hand. Seeing him summon Luo Sanpao, they quickly said, "The clan leader is nearby. Are you planning to attack your fellow clan members?"
Though all three of them were only in the tenth spirit rank or so, Ah Zhu and Ah Zhi weren't actually afraid of Yu Xiaogang—who had nothing but a fart skill. They were just wary of him losing it and letting loose his stink inside the room.
At their words, Yu Xiaogang let out a cold snort, dismissed Luo Sanpao, and said to Yu Tianming, "I'll prove my theories are right. You'll regret this one day!"
Then he stormed out, slamming the door behind him.
At that moment, in the neighboring courtyard, Yu Yuanzhen, who had been reviewing clan affairs at his desk, paused his writing and let out a long sigh.
After Yu Xiaogang left, Ah Zhu and Ah Zhi opened the lunchboxes and said to Yu Tianming, "Young master, there's no need to mind Yu Xiaogang. He just slacks off all day and relies on being the clan leader's son to mess around with these so-called spirit theories. He's an embarrassment to the Blue Lightning Tyrant Clan."
The lunchboxes they held were similar to the ones seen in ancient palace dramas. As the two girls unpacked them, over a dozen dishes were laid out before Yu Tianming.
Just looking at it made his mouth water. He quickly said, "No need to stand on ceremony. You two can sit and eat with me."
"Thank you, young master." ×2
Ah Zhu and Ah Zhi exchanged glances, seeing joy in each other's eyes. In the world of Douluo, people matured early. The two of them already knew that although they were maids now, they would most likely become concubines later.
It was a stroke of luck to have a kind, easygoing master like this. What's more, Yu Tianming—with his black hair, black eyes, red lips and white teeth—was one of the most handsome in the clan, making him easy to admire.
Yu Tianming didn't say much more. After eating, he resumed meditating.
He didn't stop until late into the night, when he finally fell into a deep sleep—ready to hunt for his first spirit ring the next day.
(End of Chapter)
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