Ma Rulong: Let's see who dares to question me?

Chapter 38 Ma Rulong: Let's see who dares to question me?

"Lin Dong, come out with me for a bit."

Lin Dong, who had finished his cultivation early in the morning, heard the melodious sound of silver bells outside the door. He opened the door and said calmly:

"Miss Meng, you've been coming here every day for the past few days. Aren't you tired of it?"

"Hehe, of course it's not a bother. Laughing has been in seclusion lately, so I can only come to you."

Lin Dong rolled his eyes helplessly after hearing this, but there was nothing he could do about it, so he could only sigh:

"So, tell me, what do you want from me today?"

Meng Hongchen tiptoed forward, put her hands on her hips, and laughed:

"I'll take you to the pier to familiarize yourself with the way."

Looking at her like this, Lin Dong couldn't help but chuckle softly:

"Miss Meng, are the Dean and Xiao Hongchen aware of your behavior?"

Meng Hongchen blushed, glared at him, and her lips moved:

"Oh, stop talking, just come with me."

Lin Dong could only nod and followed behind her, asking:

"Which port are we going to visit? Should we bring a small gift?"

Meng Hongchen waved her hand and chuckled, "Why bring a gift? You are the best gift."

Inside the training ground of the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy.

A tall, burly young man with short, sharp hair was surrounded by several people. He looked slightly excited, as if he was looking forward to something.

A burly young man spoke first to the youth surrounded by the crowd:

"Captain, even though Meng Hongchen is the dean's granddaughter, we can't be made to wait here for this long."

The young man at the head of the group frowned and said calmly, "Mika, no one else has any objections, but you do? If what Meng Hongchen said is true, let alone this little bit of time, what's wrong with me standing here waiting for a whole day? He's worth it."

Mika was taken aback by his words. Although he didn't speak again, there was still some resentment in his eyes. After all, he was a core member of the academy's team in this year's competition.

This Ma Rulong actually went so far as to humiliate him for the sake of a complete stranger. He wanted to see if this kid's soul skills were really as amazing as he claimed.

Amidst the diverse gazes of the crowd, Meng Hongchen's figure slowly came into view, followed by Lin Dong, whom Meng Hongchen had dragged along.

Upon seeing the two approach, Ma Rulong stepped forward to greet them. After nodding slightly to Meng Hongchen, he extended his hand to Lin Dong, saying:

"Hello, my name is Ma Rulong, and I am the captain of the main team in this year's All-Continent Advanced Soul Master Academy Tournament."

Upon hearing this, Lin Dong extended his hand and said kindly, "Lin Dong."

Ma Rulong was slightly taken aback by his overly concise self-introduction, then smiled and said:

"Alright, Lin Dong, I've heard Meng Hongchen's introduction. Your soul skill might provide an extremely powerful boost to our team. Could you please demonstrate it?"

The students behind Ma Rulong, seeing that their captain was so polite, except for Mika who crossed his arms and looked Lin Dong up and down, all took the initiative to come forward and greet him.

Lin Dong looked at Mika, who had an unhappy expression, and did not take the initiative to greet him. He was not in the habit of trying to win someone's favor.

Upon learning the identities of these people, Lin Dong was somewhat surprised that these prodigies of the continent were actually lining up to greet him.

And I'm only a twelve-year-old kid right now, which gives me a really indescribable feeling.

Seeing Ma Rulong nod with anticipation on his face, Lin Dong focused his mind slightly, and a purple soul ring suddenly appeared beneath his feet.

Before anyone could even be surprised, an unbelievable scene unfolded before their eyes: apart from Mika, the other seven people were seeing a view of the surrounding 120 meters.

After Lin Dong reached level 25, the range of his mental detection also expanded, and it can now cover a radius of 120 meters.

After Lin Dong withdrew his soul skill, apart from Mika, who remained uninvolved, and Meng Hongchen, who was already familiar with Lin Dong, the scene was deathly silent. After a long silence, Ma Rulong stared at Lin Dong and said blankly:

"Alright, I apologize for my slight impatience earlier. Lin Dong, I'd like to recommend you to the Dean to join the main team for this competition. Are you willing?"

Before Lin Dong could answer, Mika coldly questioned:

"Captain, we already have enough members for the regular team this year. Besides, which Soul King in our team do you want to replace with someone who's only level 25?"

It's normal for Mika to have doubts since he hasn't experienced Lin Dong's amazing soul skills, but Ma Rulong won't indulge him like that. In his eyes, Lin Dong is much more useful than him now.

Then, looking at Mika, he coldly shouted, "Shut up! You don't understand anything. What nonsense are you spouting? If you keep talking nonsense, I'll ask the dean to kick you out of the team. That way, Lin Dong will have a place!"

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Seeing Ma Rulong's cold gaze, Mika knew he was serious, but she still pointed at him and snorted:

"You... Ma Rulong, I'm waiting for you to expel me from the team."

Before Ma Rulong could speak, Lin Xi stepped forward to smooth things over:

"Hey, calm down, everyone. Captain, give Mika some face. And Mika, you and Lin Dong just met, what's there to compete with? Lin Dong's soul skills are indeed very special. During the competition, isn't it all for the academy? As long as we can win, that's all that matters."

Upon hearing this, the coldness on Ma Rulong's face dissipated slightly, and Mika also calmed down considerably because of his words, but still waved his hand:

"Lin Xi, don't be a pushover. I just don't understand why a level 25 Soul Master would suddenly appear and try to break up our team."

Everyone has worked so hard to prepare for this competition, and suddenly someone is replaced. This will affect so much of their teamwork. Is he really worth it?

Ma Rulong, whose expression had been rather unpleasant, immediately brightened upon hearing these words. He realized this guy was thinking of the team's best interests, and chuckled softly.

"I understand, Mika. Lin Dong didn't use his soul skill on you just now, right? How about this, you two get to know each other and let Lin Dong show you his soul skill. Then you'll know whether it's worth it or not."

Seeing that Ma Rulong didn't seem to be lying, Mika composed himself and, with a somewhat unnatural expression, reached out and said:

"Hello Lin Dong, my name is Mika. Don't misunderstand, I'm not targeting you. I'll say the same thing to anyone of your strength. Can you show me your soul skill?"

Lin Dong looked at the candid young man, a hint of admiration flashing in his eyes, and nodded slightly.

After Lin Dong finished demonstrating his soul skill, Mika's original resentment completely disappeared, replaced by a deep sense of shame.

He immediately bowed deeply to Lin Dong and said in a deep voice:

"I'm sorry, I shouldn't have questioned you. Your soul skills are indeed remarkable. I have no objection to you joining the regular team."

(End of this chapter)