Lin Dong's Plans

Chapter 13 Lin Dong's Plans

"Dean Hongchen, may I spend some time experiencing both the Soul Guidance Department and the Martial Soul Department before deciding which department to join?"

The hesitation on Jing Hongchen's face vanished instantly, and she nodded emphatically, almost instinctively.

"No problem, I'll do whatever you say! But, may I ask what made you change your mind?"

After listening, Lin Dong hesitated for a moment before nodding in response:

"Then I'll be frank, please don't mind. During the battle just now, I noticed that classmate didn't seem to be very good at fighting using his martial spirit."

Although Lin Dong's last sentence was worded tactfully, everyone present could tell that he was saying Zhou Xinghao's soul power level did not match his combat ability!

Zhou Xinghao's expression changed, but seeing his calm face, he could only lower his head in dejection, because the other person was not mocking him at all, but just telling the truth!

This isn't just Zhou Xinghao's problem; most Soul Masters have this flaw. Once they're caught in close combat, they can only rely on their invincible shield; there's no other way.

Jing Hongchen also understood Lin Dong's implied meaning and nodded at him somewhat embarrassedly:

"You're right. The academy is indeed quite lacking in research on martial spirits. Even the martial spirit department was only established in the last two years. Sigh, it's called a martial spirit department, but it's really just a martial spirit class."

Only a portion of students with no talent for soul tools were accepted. I hastily agreed to this sparring session with you only to keep you there; please don't hold a grudge because of that.

Seeing Lin Dong deep in thought, Jing Hongchen did not disturb him. He knew that Lin Dong had a mature mind and was probably taking his time to consider things.

The thought that he might change his mind made Jing Hongchen feel uneasy, and his rough hands became more rosy from rubbing them vigorously.

After thinking for a moment, Lin Dong looked at him with some surprise. This old man, who seemed to be of very high status, was actually able to do so much for him.

He glanced at him with some admiration and said solemnly:

"Since the Master of the Red Dust Hall has gone to such lengths for me, I'll just join the Soul Guidance Department directly."

Upon hearing Lin Dong's words, Jing Hongchen was taken aback. He was prepared for Lin Dong to simply abandon the project and leave, but he never expected that Lin Dong would actually join the Soul Guidance Department!

Jing Hongchen's slightly tense face visibly brightened with excitement, and she quickly stepped forward and patted Lin Dong on the shoulder:

"Very well! I assure you, I will devote all my resources to nurturing you into the most perfect Soul Master, and I will never waste your invaluable talent!"

"Thank you, Dean." Although Lin Dong agreed so readily, he was not simply moved by Jing Hongchen's attitude; he had his own considerations.

After the battle, he realized that the Soul Master Academy was rather weak in its research on the combat capabilities of martial souls. He could only look at the soul tool to see if it had anything that would surprise him.

To be honest, the fact that Sun and Moon can provide him with a safe environment to grow and the vast cultivation resources are enough to keep Lin Dong here.

As for that soul tool, he would only know after he understood it whether it could rival the weapon crafting skills of the Heavenly Profound Realm.

Judging from that guy's performance just now, this soul tool still has significant shortcomings in combat.

Xiao Hongchen and Meng Hongchen on the stage were completely dumbfounded. This was the first time they had ever seen Jing Hongchen react like this. Did Lin Dong really deserve to be treated like this by his grandfather?

Although Meng Hongchen was surprised, she also knew this was a good opportunity to provoke her brother, and said in a flippant tone:

"This is the first time I've ever seen a grandfather treat a student like this."

Xiao Hongchen's eyelids twitched, and he said with extreme arrogance, "So what? I was already a Soul Venerable when I was eleven years old. I don't think he's my match."

Meng Hongchen seemed to enjoy watching her brother's stubbornness, a sly smile spreading across her face.

"That's not necessarily true. He was only level sixteen and could easily defeat a level thirty Soul Master. You didn't seem to have that ability back then, or rather, it wasn't easy for you, right?"

As if a sore spot had been touched, Xiao Hongchen's lips twitched involuntarily, and he let out a soft snort:

"Nobody challenged me back then, how was I supposed to know! You're so annoying, Meng, do you really want to see me get outdone by someone else?"

Seeing that she had achieved her goal, Meng Hongchen playfully stuck out her tongue and stopped talking to Xiao Hongchen.

On the stage, Jing Hongchen coughed several times due to excitement, and then instructed the teacher beside her:

"Go, call that guy Xuan Ziwen over and tell him I've found him a great treasure."

After that person left, Jing Hongchen looked at Lin Dongqian and smiled:

"Lin Dong, in principle, I should personally teach you, but I am simply too busy with other matters. However, don't worry, Xuan Ziwen is the youngest level eight soul master in our academy. His research on soul tools will definitely give you the best help in the early stages."

"I understand. After all, I've only just started using soul tools. The knowledge of an eighth-level soul master is enough for me to learn. Thank you for your help, Dean."

Seeing how sensible Lin Dong was, Jing Hongchen smiled and nodded at him. With such talent and temperament, he already regarded Lin Dong as a future top-level soul master.

Not long after they left, the teacher returned, followed by a middle-aged man in his thirties.

Wearing a white coat and glasses, he seemed to be in such a hurry that he didn't even have time to take off his gloves.

Lin Dong glanced at him indifferently, presumably this was the teacher Jing Hongchen had mentioned, the one responsible for teaching him about soul tools.

Xuan Ziwen stepped forward excitedly and looked at Jing Hongchen, saying:

"Dean Hongchen, where is that student you mentioned? Let me see him quickly."

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Jing Hongchen was also quite happy at this moment. She smiled and pointed to the calm Lin Dong beside her, and replied softly:

"Teacher Gao has already told you, hasn't he? This little guy's soul skill should be considered a treasure to you, who is obsessed with the research of soul tools."

Xuan Ziwen nodded upon hearing this, and looked at Lin Dong with some eagerness, saying:

"Hello, my name is Xuan Ziwen. Could you please demonstrate your soul skill to me?"

Lin Dong nodded and simultaneously activated both his Spirit Detection and Sharing Soul Skills. A moment later, Xuan Ziwen's eyes reddened with excitement as he stepped forward and excitedly grasped Lin Dong's hand:

"Don't worry, I will do my best to train you into the most outstanding Soul Master in history!"

Lin Dong glanced at Xuan Ziwen, who had a serious expression, withdrew his hand, and replied softly, "Thank you, teacher."

Xuan Ziwen said to Jing Hongchen somewhat impatiently, "Dean Hongchen, shall I take him with me now? Time waits for no one!"

Looking at the guy who was practically obsessed with these soul tools, Jing Hongchen nodded helplessly, then turned to Lin Dong and said:

"Lin Dong, his training intensity may be very high. You don't need to push yourself. With the academy's protection, you don't need to rush to become stronger. Just don't damage your foundation."

Lin Dong was slightly touched upon hearing this and gave him a kind smile: "Thank you for the reminder, Dean Hongchen. I will pay attention."

After saying that, he left with Xuan Ziwen, leaving only a smiling Jing Hongchen, and Meng Hongchen standing there looking at each other in bewilderment...

(End of this chapter)