My Soul Skills Made Tang San Cry

"Wait, you're not trying to provoke him?" Zhuge Lan asked with mock confusion, adding, "Well, then give him something harsher! Otherwise, in his condition…" He paused for effect, "…he really could end up in a vegetative state."

"Is it really that serious?" Flender asked, furrowing his brow. "I thought I knew Xiao Gang, and I figured he might…"

Everyone knew what Flender meant.

*[Emotion Points +44444]*

Yu Xiaogang trembled with anger and disbelief. They're just saying anything at this point!

"Are you a medical expert or am I?" Zhuge Lan pressed. "He might have opened his eyes just now, but that was just a nervous reflex—a bit like the last moments before death. If you delay any longer, he'll miss the optimal time for treatment! I just wanted a serious academic discussion, not to give someone a heart attack! His passing wouldn't matter much, but it would leave a stain on my reputation!"

Brash as it sounded, the logic was hard to refute.

*[Emotion Points +55555]*

Yu Xiaogang nearly leapt up, ready to hurl a retort at Zhuge Lan. This is your idea of "academic discussion"? You're better at spewing nonsense than a volcano!

Flender, still doubtful, asked, "Are you serious? Fine, let me give it a try."

"Go ahead!" Zhuge Lan urged. "Say whatever will rile him up the most—don't hold back! Remember, you're doing this to save him!"

Flender took a moment to gather his thoughts, partially as a courtesy to give Yu Xiaogang a chance to react on his own. If you have any sense, you'll wake up on your own, he thought. Otherwise, don't blame me for saying things I've been holding back for years!

Yu Xiaogang, unfortunately, couldn't read Flender's mind.

So, Flender took a deep breath. Sorry, buddy. It's for your own good!

"Xiao Gang," he began. "Why did you abandon your position as the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan's heir to wander off on your own?"

*[Emotion Points +44444]*

Flender continued, "Honestly, I always thought that your 'Top Ten Martial Soul Theory' was shallow and just common sense. Out of respect for you, I didn't say anything, but… I'll tell you now—your theory is garbage!"

*[Emotion Points +99999]*

"And as for your relationship with Bibi Dong: you hate Spirit Hall but have no qualms about using her Elder's Token to get benefits wherever you go? How do you justify that? And using the Spirit Hall's library resources as the basis for your 'theories'—isn't that just theft?"

*[Emotion Points +119119]*

"You say your theory is meant for the average soul master, but you only ever take students with innate talent, like Xiao San with his innate full spirit power. That's not exactly convincing evidence, is it?"

*[Emotion Points +110110]*

Flender, on a roll, moved into even more personal revelations.

"Xiao Gang, your theory is sorely lacking in substance. Did you know that spirit rings over 10,000 years old come with soul-shaking effects? Any advanced soul master could tell you that. Yet your writings don't even mention it. At first, I assumed you omitted it because it was basic knowledge… but it seems like you genuinely didn't know?"

*[Emotion Points +120120]*

"And on relationships—right after breaking up with Bibi Dong, you had the gall to compete with me for Erlong? How could you not have realized she was also part of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan? And when you finally found out she was your cousin, you ran off by yourself? Where was your sense of duty as a man?"

"Look at yourself now—do you really think you're worthy of Erlong?"

*[Emotion Points +155555]*

Flender was about to continue when—

"Enough!"

Yu Xiaogang couldn't bear it any longer. He shot up, glaring furiously at Flender. "Flender! Is this really what you think of me?"

Flender paused before answering, "Xiao Gang, you're awake! Just in time, I was only saying all of this to…"

Yu Xiaogang, however, ignored the olive branch. "Stop pretending to care!" he snapped. "If that's how you truly feel, then I'm leaving! From now on, you go your way, and I'll go mine! We are through!"

With that, he began storming out, shoving Flender on the shoulder as he passed.

Only to be met with a harsh reminder of the difference in their strength.

"Bam!"

Flender didn't budge, and Yu Xiaogang found himself rebounding as if he'd hit a wall, his shoulder going numb from the impact. Dazed, he looked at Flender, who met his gaze with a look of deep disappointment.

"Xiao Gang, you're too immature," Flender said calmly. "If you lack talent, you should accept reality. What's wrong with living a normal life?"

Yu Xiaogang: m9(`Д)

"That's enough." Flender interrupted as Yu Xiaogang was about to speak again. "Things are clear now. Going our separate ways is probably for the best."

He turned to Tang San. "Xiao San, your teacher's leaving. Will you go with him or stay here?"

Yu Xiaogang looked over hopefully. Although Tang San had "betrayed" him earlier, he was willing to overlook it this once, as Tang San was his only disciple who could actualize his theories. He softened his expression and said warmly, "Xiao San, I won't hold earlier events against you. Come with me, and I'll help you become a Title Douluo!"

Lifting his head proudly, he was certain his disciple would follow him.

After all, as the son of the renowned Clear Sky Douluo, it was only natural for Tang San to at least achieve the Title Douluo rank, right?

But Tang San didn't budge.

After hearing Zhuge Lan's "ancestor god" prophecy and seeing his potential, Tang San was tempted by the thought of achieving godhood. A mere Title Douluo didn't appeal to him anymore. Despite his ingrained sense of respect and loyalty, the lure of divine power overpowered his conscience.

"Teacher, please don't make this difficult for me," Tang San said with forced solemnity. "I've only been at Shrek a short while, but it already feels like home. Here, I have friends who share my ambitions, a worthy goal, and an excellent environment to grow in. I… I'm sorry."

Zhuge Lan was shocked by Tang San's insincerity. I knew you were a bit of a hypocrite, but this is on a whole other level!

Originally, he'd planned to intervene if Tang San left with Yu Xiaogang; he wasn't about to let three "emotion generators" walk away just like that. He had multiple ways to entice Yu Xiaogang back—better theories, advanced practice methods, even ways to enhance his martial soul.

But seeing Tang San's "respectful" betrayal, Zhuge Lan couldn't help but wonder how Yu Xiaogang would respond to yet another blow from his student.

Only one thing was clear:

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