Douluo: I Can Choose My Own Soul Skills

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"I won't beat you anymore. For now, you'll accompany Zhu Zhuqing in her training. I promise you'll get more than enough Blue Silver Grass ev

"I won't beat you anymore. For now, you'll accompany Zhu Zhuqing in her training. I promise you'll get more than enough Blue Silver Grass ev

"I won't beat you anymore. For now, you'll accompany Zhu Zhuqing in her training. I promise you'll get more than enough Blue Silver Grass ev

"I won't beat you anymore. For now, you'll accompany Zhu Zhuqing in her training. I promise you'll get more than enough Blue Silver Grass every day," Ye Lan said, extending his palm as Blue Silver Grass sprouted from it, enticing Da Ju.

Da Ju let out a long roar, a long-lost tiger's cry resounding in the air.

Ever since tasting the golden-haired human's Blue Silver Grass, he could never go back to the way things were before.

"Zhu Zhuqing, for the next phase, keep moving through the forested hillside using your speed form."

"Da Ju, your job is to chase after her, but you're not allowed to hurt her!" Ye Lan instructed, his posture and tone firm as he addressed the tiger.

Da Ju stretched lazily, then perked up his ears and listened attentively to Ye Lan's command.

The second phase of training focused mainly on Zhu Zhuqing's agility. Not only did she need to avoid the various obstacles in the forest while running at high speed, she also had to evade the pursuit of a powerful Vajra Tiger behind her.

Though Zhu Zhuqing's speed had significantly improved, it still wasn't enough to outpace a two-thousand-year Vajra Tiger.

Only by constantly improving her agility could she avoid being caught before exiting the forest.

When Zhu Zhuqing could successfully escape the dense woods without being caught, it would mark the completion of the second phase of training.

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"Zhu Zhuqing, well done! You completed the second phase so quickly," Ye Lan said, surprised that she had finished her agility training in just three days.

Zhu Zhuqing beamed with joy, her eyes curving like crescent moons at his praise.

"Is there a third phase of training?" she asked eagerly, wishing to stay by Ye Lan's side and looking forward to what was next.

"Give me your hand," Ye Lan said, without answering her question directly.

Zhu Zhuqing's usually cold face flushed red. She reached out her right hand, turning her head to the grassy field nearby—as if something precious lay hidden there.

Ye Lan gently squeezed her arm a few times and found that her physical condition had improved significantly compared to before the training.

Over the past few days, Zhu Zhuqing had continuously pushed her body to the limit, even passing out several times.

Fortunately, with a daily supply of Ye Lan's Blue Silver Grass, her body didn't just avoid depletion—it had actually tapped into deeper potential and improved further.

But after all, Zhu Zhuqing wasn't a power-type soul master. Before mastering the "Agile Cat—Power Form," her arms couldn't withstand the explosive force generated by her current speed.

If she recklessly attempted attacks relying on that speed while Ye Lan wasn't around, she could easily injure herself.

After pondering for a moment, Ye Lan came up with a solution.

He looked up at Zhu Zhuqing, about to speak—

Only to notice that her face was bright red—she looked like a kettle about to burst with steam.

Zhu Zhuqing had no idea Ye Lan was checking her physical condition; she only felt his gentle squeezing. Her thoughts ran wild, and the temperature of her face kept rising!

Ye Lan moved closer and gently placed his hand on her head. "You're not running a fever... Are you okay?"

"I-I'm fine!" Zhu Zhuqing stammered, avoiding his gaze. With Ye Lan standing so close, he filled her entire field of vision.

"I was just checking your body's strength. After these past few days of training, your physical stats have improved significantly. However, your arms still can't handle the explosive force from continuous speed-based attacks—especially when combined with your first soul skill's speed boost."

"What should I do then?" Zhu Zhuqing asked, calming down as she listened to Ye Lan's explanation.

"It's simple! Until you master the 'Agile Cat—Power Form,' only use your legs to attack. If your thighs can generate explosive speed, they can also withstand force proportional to that speed."

"!!!? That's such a simple solution!" Zhu Zhuqing looked at Ye Lan with admiration in her eyes.

"But it works! Also, once we arrive in Soto City, go to a blacksmith and have a soul-forged sword made that can conduct soul power. From now on, aside from continuing the 'Martial Soul Possession Adaptability Method' I taught you, you'll also begin training in swordsmanship."

"I don't use a sword myself, so I can't teach you much in that area. But with your talent, I believe you'll pick it up quickly!" Ye Lan said, clearly pleased with her aptitude.

Zhu Zhuqing nodded and replied, "Alright, I'll work hard on swordsmanship. So… there's no third phase of training?"

"There's no more, Zhu Zhuqing. You're now a fully qualified agility-type soul master. I believe you're capable of standing on your own." Ye Lan was gratified by her rapid progress and silently wished that this cat-eared girl would one day take control of her own destiny.

"Oh…" Zhu Zhuqing responded in a disappointed tone. She realized it was time to part ways with Ye Lan. Although she wanted to stay by his side, what excuse could she use?

No… no.

Why do I need an excuse to stay with him?

I already have a marriage contract...

I'd only drag him into the whirlpool of conflict within the Star Luo Royal Family...

Someone like me… doesn't deserve him...

Zhu Zhuqing mustered her courage and looked into Ye Lan's golden eyes. "Um… can I call you teacher?"

"Huh?! Sure, I suppose. I'm very satisfied with a student like you!" Ye Lan didn't know what she was thinking, but the idea of becoming the mentor to a future speed-type legend did bring him a sense of pride.

"Teacher!" Zhu Zhuqing's icy expression completely melted, revealing a smile no one had ever seen before.

Ye Lan reached out and rubbed her head gently with his right hand.

"I'm not an agility-type soul master myself. I hope you'll forge your own path forward—and one day, you might even guide the future of all agility-type soul masters on the Douluo Continent. From here on, it's all up to you."

"Yes, Teacher!" Zhu Zhuqing suddenly hesitated, as if she wanted to say something more.

"Is there anything else on your mind?" Ye Lan asked, seeing her conflicted expression.

"Teacher… from now on, can you just call me Zhuqing?" she said softly, unable to meet his eyes.

"Zhuqing? It's pretty much the same as Zhu Zhuqing, but sure, I'll call you that."

Ye Lan noticed her cat tail swaying happily—she seemed genuinely delighted.

"Then it's settled! From now on, you can only call me Zhuqing!" she said, summoning her courage.

Ye Lan listened to her slightly ambiguous tone and thought to himself: No way… this must be an illusion! There's no way Zhu Zhuqing could develop feelings for me after just a few days. I'm definitely overthinking it!

One of life's three great illusions: She likes me.

Zhu Zhuqing's probably just happy to have become my student. It's natural for her to want a closer bond between mentor and disciple...

"Zhuqing, since I'm now your teacher, I'll give you a mission," Ye Lan said.

"What mission, Teacher?" Zhu Zhuqing perked up immediately, thrilled by the thought of spending more time with him, like an eager student.

"Your mission is to defeat Dai Mubai. His martial soul is the White Tiger, far more powerful than your Netherworld Civet. It's one of the top beast martial souls on the Douluo Continent. Plus, he's trained for three more years than you! I believe he'll be the perfect whetstone for you."

"Alright, Teacher, I'll complete this mission as soon as I can!" Zhu Zhuqing had found a new purpose in life. Instead of chasing after faint hopes of survival, she now sought to prove her worth to her teacher.

(End of Chapter)