Following closely, a crackling sound emerged in the air.
That flash of purple light exploded in the girl's palm, transforming into a slender purple electric snake surrounded by tiny sparks.
The girl was startled at first, then a look of delight flashed in her eyes as she carefully raised her hand.
"This is... a Lightning Soul!"
The attendant nearby exclaimed in a low voice, quickly handing over the Soul Power Crystal.
The girl pressed her hand against the crystal, and the previously dim crystal instantly lit up with a dazzling blue light.
The radiance climbed steadily, finally stabilizing within a lustrous blue halo.
"Innate Full Soul Power!" The attendant's voice carried unbelievable excitement.
Hearing the attendant's words, Old Jack's cane clattered to the ground.
He staggered forward a step, his cloudy eyes fixed intently on the astonishingly bright blue crystal, his lips trembling as he remained speechless for a long moment.
After quite a while, he suddenly grabbed the attendant's arm, his voice hoarse as if scraped by sandpaper:
"Honored Soul Master! What... what did you say? Innate Full Soul Power? This child... she has Innate Full Soul Power?"
The attendant winced from the tight grip but understood his excitement, nodding firmly:
"Absolutely true! Old Jack, look at the purity of this crystal's glow - it's the standard for Innate Full Soul Power!"
"How many years has it been since such a promising seedling appeared around our Nuoding City!"
Only then did Old Jack believe he wasn't dreaming. He turned abruptly to look at the girl still standing dazed in place, his eyes instantly reddening.
Having guarded Holy Soul Village his entire life, his greatest wish was for the village to produce a proper Soul Master.
Now not only had one appeared, but it was the once-in-a-century Innate Full Soul Power!
"Good... wonderful..."
Old Jack wiped his face, unsure whether he was crying or laughing. He walked up to the girl, carefully picked up his cane from the ground, his voice choked with emotion.
"Child, you... you truly are our village's blessing!"
The girl seemed somewhat overwhelmed by the commotion, the lightning in her hand calming down.
Her clear eyes looked at Old Jack, then at Su Yu, her small face full of confusion.
Su Yu stepped forward, gently ruffled the girl's hair, and crouched down in front of her:
"Little sister, Innate Full Soul Power means your talent is unique across the entire continent!"
"Would you like to join our Spirit Hall? As long as you join the Spirit Hall, I can take you to Martial Soul Holy City to study at Martial Soul Academy!"
The girl was taken aback by Su Yu's gentle gesture, her small hands nervously clutching the hem of her clothes.
When she heard "Martial Soul Holy City" and "Martial Soul Academy," her clear eyes instantly brightened.
"Martial Soul Holy City... is that the place from the books, with lots and lots of powerful Soul Masters?"
The girl's voice was soft and delicate, carrying a hint of uncertain expectation.
Su Yu smiled and nodded, lightly tapping the lightning in her palm with his fingertip:
"Yes, there are the best teachers and the most complete cultivation resources there. They can make your Lightning Soul even stronger. Are you willing to come with me?"
Old Jack anxiously rubbed his hands nearby. Seeing the girl hesitate, he quickly chimed in:
"Silly child, what are you waiting for! Lord Su is an important figure from Martial Soul Holy City - this is a heaven-sent opportunity! Quickly agree!"
The girl bit her lip and looked up at Su Yu. Seeing the sincerity in his eyes without a trace of malice, she nodded firmly, a shy yet radiant smile blooming on her small face.
"I'm willing! I want to become strong!"
"Good girl."
Su Yu smiled with relief and took a small token from his Storage Soul Tool, handing it to her.
"Keep this. It will prove your identity. Once I finish matters in the village, I will take you to the Holy City."
The token felt warm in her hand, engraved with the emblem of the Spirit Hall. She carefully tucked it into her clothes, holding it as if it were her entire world.
Old Jack watched with reddened eyes, repeatedly bowing to Su Yu.
"Thank you, Lord Su! Thank you for giving this child such an opportunity!"
Su Yu helped Old Jack to his feet. "Village Chief, this is what she deserves. She will be the pride of Holy Soul Village!"
"By the way, Village Chief, are there any other children in the village who need to awaken their Martial Souls? If not, we will be leaving soon."
Hearing this, Old Jack's face flushed with embarrassment as he rubbed his hands together.
"To be honest, sir, there is another child named Tang San. His father, Tang Hao, is a drunkard who spends his days in a daze. He refuses to let the child come for the awakening!"
"He keeps saying, 'Being a Soul Master leads to no good end'... I've tried persuading him several times, but it's no use."
Su Yu frowned slightly. "Awakening one's Martial Soul is an opportunity granted to every child on this continent. How can a parent arbitrarily deprive them of it?"
He looked at Old Jack with a firm tone. "Village Chief, please make another trip and ensure that child comes for the Martial Soul Awakening."
"Yes! Yes!"
Old Jack's spirits lifted. Moments ago, he had been at a loss, but now he straightened his back, picked up his cane from the ground, and hurried off.
"Please wait, sir. I'll bring Xiao San to you right away! I'll make sure his father doesn't dare stop us!"
With that, Old Jack rushed out like a gust of wind, his cane tapping rapidly on the dirt path until he disappeared around the corner of the alley.
The recording attendant whispered beside him, "Your Highness, he's just a country child. Why go to such lengths..."
"Every talent deserves to be nurtured," Su Yu interrupted, his gaze fixed on the fields outside.
About a quarter of an hour later, light, steady footsteps could be heard outside the door.
Old Jack returned, leading a boy dressed in patched coarse cloth.
He appeared to be about six or seven years old, with black hair and dark eyes, his skin tanned like that of most village children.
The boy carried a medicine basket containing a few herbs. His calm demeanor made him seem more composed than other children his age.
This must be Tang San. At first glance, he seemed like an ordinary little kid, but his eyes held a depth uncommon for a child!
Su Yu looked at Tang San and placed the Spirit Awakening Stone on the ground.
"Don't be afraid. Just stretch out your hand and relax."
Tang San obediently extended his right hand, palm up, fingers slightly curled.
Su Yu gathered gentle Soul Power at his fingertips, activating the six black stones within the awakening array.
Pale golden patterns spread across the ground, encircling Tang San.
"Feel the power within you and let it flow through your arm to your palm," Su Yu guided softly.
Tang San closed his eyes, his brow slightly furrowed as if concentrating intently.
After a moment, a faint blue glow lit up his palm, and a slender Blue Silver Grass slowly emerged.
Dewdrops glistened on its leaves, shimmering softly in the light.
"Is that... Blue Silver Grass?"
Old Jack's expression of anticipation faded somewhat—this was the most common Useless Martial Soul.
But Su Yu remained silent, his gaze falling on Tang San's other hand, where a small hammer had appeared at some point.