Chapter 99: The Martial Soul Evolution Pill—A Gift to Zhu Zhuqing!
"What?"
It wasn't just Flender—everyone turned their shocked gazes toward Oscar. Even Ning Rongrong looked surprised. The only exception, of course, was Li Chang'an, the walking cheat.
Putting aside that abnormality named Li Chang'an, Oscar's performance was undeniably impressive. At just fourteen years old—a year younger than Dai Mubai—he had already reached level 30. That was an extraordinary feat in itself, made even more remarkable by the fact that he possessed a food-type martial spirit, one of the most difficult spirit classifications to cultivate.
In a certain sense, reaching level 30 as a food-type spirit master was much harder than for a battle-type. And for food-type spirit masters, each breakthrough significantly enhanced their support capabilities.
On the continent of Douluo, spirit masters above level 30 were already uncommon. If someone like Oscar joined the military, he'd be qualified to lead a battalion of over a thousand soldiers—possibly attaining even higher ranks.
Spirit masters above level 40 were incredibly rare. As for food-type spirit masters above level 50? They were as rare as phoenix feathers and qilin horns. Ones above level 60 were practically unheard of—perhaps only the top clans or the Spirit Hall could slowly cultivate one after many years.
It's said that a food-type Spirit Grandmaster could provide nourishment for a hundred people. But once one became a spirit elder—even just barely breaking through to level 30—they could support over five hundred. And that number would only rise with level.
Additionally, reaching level 30 meant a third auxiliary attribute would be added to the food produced by their martial spirit. The overall benefit to any team would rise drastically.
Flender's eyes lit up with joy. "Good! Very good! Oscar, you haven't let me down. You're the second student to reach level 30. On behalf of the academy, congratulations."
Even Dai Mubai's expression relaxed. He walked over and patted Oscar on the shoulder. "Oscar, congratulations. You reached level 30 just a bit later than I did, but for a food-type spirit master, you're the most talented one I've ever seen. What—don't tell me heartbreak helps with breakthroughs?"
It was no secret to anyone with eyes that Oscar had shown interest in Ning Rongrong before.
Oscar gave Dai Mubai an embarrassed glare, then looked at the distant Ning Rongrong and gave a bitter smile. "I was never in a relationship to begin with. What heartbreak? Don't make fun of me."
Led by Li Chang'an, Tang San, Xiao Wu, and Ma Hongjun all came up to offer their congratulations. Ning Rongrong stood still, casting a complicated look at Oscar. Zhu Zhuqing, meanwhile, kept her head lowered, lost in thought.
"All right, let's begin today's lesson," Flender's voice brought everyone back to the present.
"Today's lesson is simple. Oscar, you're the main focus today. Everyone else—each of you has to eat two sausages made using Oscar's spirit power."
"What?" Xiao Wu cried out. "Dean, what kind of lesson is this?"
Flender gave a sly grin. "You eat, or you get smacked. On the battlefield, no one caters to your preferences."
Xiao Wu glanced helplessly at Li Chang'an, who just shook his head with a wry smile. No escaping this one.
Oscar chuckled and raised both hands, chanting his incantation:
"I, your daddy, have a big sausage."
"I, your daddy, have a small sausage."
One thick, one thin—two sausages, each with its own unique scent and appearance, appeared in Oscar's palms. He grinned and said, "Who's going first?"
The students' expressions varied. Li Chang'an remained completely indifferent—he'd heard far worse in his past life. This little incantation is child's play.
Dai Mubai and Ma Hongjun had heard it before, so they weren't too shocked. Still, they couldn't help but get goosebumps every time.
Tang San looked awkward and speechless. Zhu Zhuqing's face turned colder. Ning Rongrong recalled how Oscar had served her food yesterday and felt a wave of nausea. Xiao Wu sneaked a glance at Li Chang'an and suddenly blushed for reasons even she couldn't explain.
Sensing the growing awkwardness, Li Chang'an stepped forward to break the tension. "Oscar, maybe you should explain what these two sausages actually do."
"Right. Thanks, Teacher Li." Oscar gratefully nodded and explained, "The big sausage restores a certain amount of soul power and heals injuries. The small sausage has detoxifying effects."
Once the explanation was done, Li Chang'an calmly took one of each sausage from Oscar and ate them, showing no hesitation whatsoever.
With Li Chang'an taking the lead, Dai Mubai and Ma Hongjun followed suit—nothing new to them. Then came Tang San and Zhu Zhuqing. Li Chang'an handed Xiao Wu one of each sausage and nodded encouragingly. She took a small bite.
In the end, only Ning Rongrong remained.
Li Chang'an looked at her and teased, "What? The princess of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan needs special privileges now?"
He wasn't some high-level prophet, but he knew exactly where to jab.
Sure enough, the remark hit home. It was a direct slap to the pride of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan.
Glaring fiercely at Oscar, Ning Rongrong grabbed both sausages from his hands and took big bites.
At first, she acted like she was facing execution. But once she actually took a bite, she was surprised to find the sausages tasted… quite good.
Especially the big one—once it entered her stomach, a warm energy spread throughout her body. Despite not having slept last night and being physically drained, she suddenly felt recharged, her whole body buzzing with power.
Dean Flender was right—this guy's food-type martial spirit was something special.
"All right, everyone go get some rest. Tomorrow morning, Teacher Zhao—and, ahem, Teacher Li—will take you to the Star Dou Great Forest. You'll help Oscar obtain his third spirit ring."
Flender didn't spend long on today's lesson. They would need all their strength for the forest expedition tomorrow.
As Li Chang'an walked back while holding Xiao Wu's hand, he pondered what lay ahead. The plot had already been altered. He knew Er Ming now—would the Titan Giant Ape appear on this trip?
And if Er Ming did show up… should he have a friendly spar with him?
Besides, with Tang San no longer acting recklessly, would he still end up acquiring the Man-Faced Demon Spider soul ring?
And what about Meng Yiran? Would she make an appearance this time?
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Evening. A secluded area within Shrek Academy.
Li Chang'an stood quietly, waiting for Zhu Zhuqing.
About five minutes later, she arrived—wearing a black dress that hugged her figure, her presence blending almost seamlessly into the shadows.
Zhu Zhuqing was truly a master of stealth. If it weren't for Li Chang'an standing here, none of her peers would've even noticed her in the dark.
"You're here," Li Chang'an said calmly, exuding the air of a hidden expert.
"Mm. I want to grow stronger," Zhu Zhuqing replied with equal coolness.
After seeing even a food-type spirit master like Oscar break through to spirit elder, her desire for strength had intensified like never before.
"Good. If you trust me, then take this first."
As he spoke, Li Chang'an took out the Martial soul Evolution Pill from his Nullspace.
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