The reason Oscar didn't make a move against Xiao Wu, but instead spoke to her like this, was because during this period, he had figured some things out and also formed a new plan.
The simplest fact was that soul beasts and humans were now irreconcilable enemies. But Oscar knew that ten thousand years later, the soul beast race would gradually decline, because soul masters had to hunt soul beasts to obtain soul rings in order to advance in strength.
And now, Oscar was no longer limited to just living a carefree life. He had greater ambitions, goals worth striving for. So… he planned to make use of Xiao Wu for certain things.
Although he was also using Xiao Wu's identity, at the same time he was protecting her. At the very least… the events that happened in the original story, Oscar would try his best to prevent them, because Xiao Wu would become an important piece in his plan.
As for Gui Yue's ninth soul ring, Oscar had hesitated for a long time before ultimately deciding to give up on Xiao Wu, because he wanted his teacher to have more potential for improvement.
Although Xiao Wu could provide Gui Yue with a hundred thousand year soul ring and a hundred thousand year soul bone which in terms of quality was more than enough given Gui Yue's and Dugu Bo's current strength, hunting a hundred thousand year soul beast more suitable as Gui Yue's ninth ring wasn't impossible.
It would just take more time, but in terms of final benefits, it was completely worth it.
That was why Oscar had this conversation with Xiao Wu.
Of course, it wasn't just because of Xiao Wu, but also because of Tang San. Tang San's feelings for Xiao Wu didn't need to be explained Little San was the type who would throw his life away if Xiao Wu was hurt. If Oscar could indirectly hold Xiao Wu's life as leverage, then he would also have more room for maneuvering with Tang San.
Take this instance, for example: even though Tang San had gone to look for Yu Xiaogang, and even though Oscar had already explained things clearly, Little San still had six years of teacher student ties with Yu Xiaogang. He might break with Yu Xiaogang, but he might also leave Shrek Academy because of it.
If at that moment Xiao Wu chose to remain at Shrek Academy and even spoke up for Oscar, then Tang San would most likely lean more toward Oscar's side.
Although Oscar didn't have feelings of dislike or fondness for Tang San, keeping the "child of destiny" from the original story close at hand meant that in the future, many of Oscar's plans could be carried out with fewer obstacles.
After all, even though Tang San didn't have the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well this time, who could say another cheat like opportunity wouldn't appear? With Oscar's current goals, letting Tang San slip out of his sight too early might bring future trouble.
So only by keeping Tang San close could Oscar make better use of him. After all, Oscar wasn't some selfless saint keeping Tang San by his side was so he could make use of all his resources.
Otherwise, why would Oscar waste time doing meaningless things?
Looking at the teary eyed Xiao Wu, Oscar spoke in an incomparably calm tone:
"I don't need you to bring out anything to thank me, nor will I use your identity to threaten you into doing anything."
"But you must understand there isn't a single true 'good person' in this world, not even me. The only reason I have no other intentions toward you is because you haven't done anything outrageous yet."
"If, in the future, I learn that you've done something against humanity, I will personally strike you down."
"Do you understand?"
Even though Oscar's tone carried no emotion, Xiao Wu understood he was warning her. Since she had chosen to become human, she should think for the sake of humans.
Xiao Wu solemnly nodded:
"I understand, senior. I will remember your teachings."
Oscar nodded:
"As long as you understand."
Then Xiao Wu cautiously asked:
"Senior, besides you, does anyone else know my identity?"
Oscar glanced at her:
"Who else would you want to know?"
Hearing that, Xiao Wu secretly breathed a sigh of relief, then pleaded a little:
"Senior, may I ask you for one favor? I promise, it won't put you in a difficult spot."
Hearing this, an almost imperceptible smile appeared on Oscar's face:
"You want me not to tell Tang San your identity?"
Xiao Wu saw that Oscar had guessed her thoughts, and she nodded like pounding garlic:
"Yes, senior. Little San… like normal humans, his attitude toward soul beasts is… So I'm afraid if he knew my identity now, he would…"
Before she could finish, Oscar cut her off:
"Don't worry. Right now, he shouldn't know your identity, and I won't be so bored as to expose it. Since I've already decided to protect you, naturally I'll avoid creating extra trouble because of it."
Hearing this, Xiao Wu felt sudden joy and warmth because Oscar had said the words "decided to protect her…"
She didn't know why Oscar thought that way, or why he said it, but the calmness in his eyes wasn't fake.
So, after hearing those words, Xiao Wu bowed again to Oscar:
"Thank you."
Oscar said:
"Do you want to know how I saw through your identity?"
Xiao Wu immediately raised her head, her eyes filled with curiosity, even though she stayed silent.
Oscar said:
"Normally, it would take at least a Soul Douluo level expert to see through your identity, but I'm different. My spiritual power is far stronger than ordinary people's."
Hearing this, Xiao Wu was shocked, but since the person was Oscar, she found it understandable.
In her eyes now, Oscar was simply a true prodigy, a monster far beyond what the so called 'Master' could compare to.
She even thought it might be better for Tang San to follow Oscar rather than Yu Xiaogang. After all, Yu Xiaogang had taught Tang San for six years, occasionally guiding her too, but in all that time, his teaching didn't compare to even one month of Oscar's.
But at this moment, Xiao Wu didn't dwell on that, because Oscar's next words shocked her even more.
"The real thing that exposed you wasn't just that it was the sachet you carry. I already had suspicions about its origin, but the real key was what's inside it." Oscar spoke calmly.
Hearing this, Xiao Wu quickly removed the sachet from her waist, opened it, and saw the green plant inside.
She knew the plant was unusual, since watering it daily was enough to keep it from wilting. But she never expected that her exposure would be related to it.
Oscar continued:
"This herb is called Concealment Grass. Its function is to mask your soul beast aura. With it, even a Titled Douluo couldn't see through your identity. But the catch is you must keep it on you at all times, otherwise it won't work."
"And when you were doing the swamp training, you had taken off this sachet with the Concealment Grass inside. That was when I discovered your true identity. So in the future, no matter what happens, you must never take it off."
"Of course, you don't need to worry about it getting dirty. Concealment Grass naturally has the effect of purifying filth it won't be tainted by ordinary mud."
Hearing this, Xiao Wu now understood both the function of the Concealment Grass and how to use it to protect her identity. But what moved her most was that this Concealment Grass had been a gift from Tang San.
From Tang San's behavior, he truly didn't know her real identity so why had he given it to her?
Oscar explained:
"The one who truly gave you the Concealment Grass wasn't Tang San, but his father. And I happen to know some secrets about his father. But I won't tell you now it involves too many things."
"In short, just remember this: in the future, always keep your sachet with you. And it's best not to stray too far from me, or else I can't guarantee your safety."
Hearing this, Xiao Wu was deeply moved. Although she wanted to ask about Tang San's father and why he gave her the Concealment Grass, she held back.
She didn't want to make things difficult for Oscar. After all, he had already given her the greatest help today.
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