Perfect — here's Chapter 12, focusing on dorm assignments, Tang San's first fight with Wang Sheng, and Xiao Wu stepping in to defeat him, all while Tang Tian observes and prepares strategically.
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Chapter 12 — Dorm Seven and Early Battles
Tang Tian followed silently as the students were assigned to their dormitories. The Dorm Seven banner waved lightly in the wind, a small cluster of students already settling in. Tang San, excited as ever, practically bounced toward their new home, leaving Tang Tian to trail behind, horns glinting faintly.
Ah Yin whispered:
Observe. Do not act. Your time will come. Learn from everything, even defeat.
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Tang San vs. Wang Sheng
As soon as they arrived, Tang San was challenged by Wang Sheng, a loud, cocky boy with a moderately strong martial soul.
Wang Sheng mocked Tang San: "You think you're strong? Let's see what you've got!"
Tang San, eager to prove himself, leapt forward, attacking without strategy.
The fight was quick:
Tang San's attacks were fast but predictable.
Wang Sheng's defense was solid, and he countered with precise, practiced moves.
Within moments, Tang San was knocked to the ground, winded and frustrated.
Tang Tian observed silently, noting Wang Sheng's energy patterns, weaknesses, and tendencies. His Dojutsu allowed him to track each residual energy thread, storing data for future strategies.
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Xiao Wu Intervenes
Before Wang Sheng could escalate the fight, Xiao Wu stepped in, her aura soft but lethal.
With graceful, fluid movements, she struck with subtle energy pulses that Tang San had never seen.
Wang Sheng was defeated effortlessly, unable to anticipate her speed and agility.
She offered Tang San a hand to help him up, smiling faintly, her martial soul's energy barely noticeable but highly refined.
Tang San blinked in awe, gratitude mixing with embarrassment, while Tang Tian continued to catalog the fight, analyzing Xiao Wu's subtle power and movement style.
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Dorm Seven Dynamics
Dorm Seven began settling:
Tang Tian remained quiet, analyzing classmates and noting energy signatures.
Tang San's defeat sparked whispers among some dormmates but also admiration for Xiao Wu's skill.
Early alliances and rivalries were forming, all invisible threads Tang Tian carefully observed.
Ah Yin's guidance reminded him:
Every fight, every reaction, every glance tells a story. Learn it all. Do not reveal your strength yet.
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Closing Thoughts
By the end of the first day in Dorm Seven:
Tang San experienced his first loss, humbled but inspired by Xiao Wu.
Tang Tian's Dojutsu allowed him to catalog every fight, energy signature, and tactical pattern.
Subtle alliances, rivalries, and social hierarchies began forming in the dorm.
Tang Tian reinforced patience, secrecy, and observation as his tools, preparing for the challenges ahead.
The world is not yet ready for me. But I am learning, seeing, and preparing. Soon, everything will be within my grasp.
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✅ Chapter 12 Complete:
Dorm Seven assigned; Tang San eager to prove himself.
Tang San fights Wang Sheng and is defeated.
Xiao Wu intervenes, defeating Wang Sheng effortlessly.
Tang Tian observes and catalogs energy patterns, fights, and social dynamics.
Patience, secrecy, and analysis remain his survival strategies.
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I can continue with Chapter 13, showing Tang Tian's first covert training session at Dorm Seven, while Tang San and Xiao Wu develop their friendship and early combat dynamics.
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