MTLNOVEL Chapter 232: Chat Room
"You all, look at the man sitting beside Du Siji. There's soul power surrounding his head!"
Without any battle taking place, why would there be soul power manifesting?
Shui Bing'er's expression was grave. This kind of application of soul power, even for a genius like her, was simply unattainable!
For 99% of soul masters, the use of soul power is limited to casting soul skills.
Even a prodigy like Shui Bing'er needs to rely on soul skills to execute an ice seal.
This isn't an innate feature of the martial soul but rather an acquired ability granted by soul skills.
Ma Hongjun, for example, requires the use of soul skills to summon flames.
The ability to manipulate soul power without utilizing soul skills has always been a monumental challenge for all soul masters.
Some exceptionally talented soul masters, depending on their martial soul, have developed their own self-created techniques.
Examples include Feng Xiaotian's "Thirty-Six Consecutive Wind Slashes" and Xie Yue's "Full Moon Slash."
The other women were slightly stunned after hearing Shui Bing'er's remark.
"Is this how geniuses have conversations?"
Eating, drinking, and "chatting" with their minds, without skipping a beat!
Yes, Shui Bing'er's speculation wasn't wrong.
Xiao Feilian and the others were indeed chatting.
The man sitting beside Du Siji possessed a unique martial soul—his brain. For him, using spiritual power and soul power to construct a "chatroom" for seven people was as easy as lifting a finger.
Some topics were unsuitable for discussion in the presence of outsiders, hence the creation of this "chatroom."
To him, it was also a way to train his spiritual power, something he naturally enjoyed.
While he didn't possess Huo Yuhao's dynamic vision, his spiritual power far exceeded that of soul masters at his level.
After all, his martial soul was the brain!
"Skywater Academy's competitors seem to be looking at us."
"Is there anything unusual about us?"
"No, they're probably not looking at us. They're looking at you!"
"Listen to them. They're saying you're strong and other similar things…"
"Such praise holds no meaning."
"True. Compliments like these can't possibly shake your resolve."
The "chatroom" was buzzing with activity.
Xiao Feilian merely "watched" silently and didn't join the conversation.
These sect disciples were indeed quite different from the students of Heaven Dou Imperial Academy.
The sect disciples were diligent and driven, striving to grow stronger.
In contrast, Heaven Dou Imperial Academy's students seemed more focused on building relationships rather than honing their skills.
This was something Meng Shenji had once explained to her with a bitter smile. Heaven Dou Imperial Academy, while called an academy, was more like a place where nobles forged connections.
Here, one could meet descendants of great sects, as well as princes and princesses.
If a noble had the ability to form these connections, it could be a way to elevate their status.
As if remembering something, the "chatroom" became lively again.
"By the way, Siji!"
"The girl who came looking for you earlier, no, the princess Xue Ke—have you given her any thought?"
Hearing this, Du Siji's eye twitched, clearly exasperated.
That princess had shown up with an attitude of clear reluctance. What was there to consider?
It was obvious she had come with some kind of agenda.
The two of them had only met once before, when Zhongli had taken him to Yuexuan. After that, there had been no contact.
Even if she were sincere, his mind was entirely focused on becoming stronger.
"Until I become a true powerhouse, I won't consider any matters of love or romance!"
Du Siji declared resolutely.
He didn't know Xue Ke's intentions, nor did he care to.
Since he didn't care about her, there was no reason to think about her motives either.
"That's why you're so admirable!"
"If it were me, I'd focus on both—train when it's time to train and pursue romance when it's time for love."
"Contributing to the sect by increasing its population is also a form of dedication, isn't it?"
"No wonder your soul power level is the lowest. If you keep thinking about these things all day, how could it possibly be high?"
"When the time comes, let's inform the elder to take you for some special training!"
"No, no, my soul power level hasn't fallen behind, has it?"
The young man widened his tiger eyes and waved his hands hastily.
If the elders found out, wouldn't they train him until he shed a layer of skin?
That said, being part of the Heaven Dou Royal Team meant he was still quite diligent in his cultivation and training.
But some things were simply unavoidable, after all—it's just human nature.
"Alright, brothers, now's not the time to talk about me. Let's focus on why that princess sought out Siji in the first place!"
Hearing this, the group nodded. Indeed, this topic was much more intriguing.
"I've analyzed this before."
"I came up with two conclusions," said the creator of the "chatroom."
"Let's hear it! Besides the Saintess, you're the smartest among us!"
The group: "…"
Xiao Feilian: "…"
Is it possible that Xiao Feilian isn't actually that smart?
"The first possibility is that the royal family is approaching Siji because of his background."
At this, the group instantly "understood."
Though Du Siji wasn't a holy son, his grandfather was the acting patriarch of the Body Sect and had a real chance of becoming its future leader.
With such a background, coupled with Du Siji's extraordinary talent, it made sense for the royal family to "invest" in him by sending a princess.
"The second possibility is Siji's talent itself."
The group: "…"
"Siji's talent, combined with his background, indeed makes him worthy of the royal family's investment through a princess."
Xiao Feilian, who had remained "silent" until now, added, "The royal family's intentions are logical."
Hearing this, the group glanced at Xiao Feilian, then continued, "Saintess, what's your take on the royal family?"
Since Du Siji himself wasn't interested, there wasn't much point in continuing to discuss it.
"The royal family, huh…"
Xiao Feilian's expression didn't change as she fell into thought.
The auction house was undoubtedly tied to the royal family!
How could she not harbor any resentment?
"I don't know."
Shaking her head, Xiao Feilian continued, "You've probably heard of my story."
The group nodded. Xiao Feilian's story wasn't a secret.
In fact, her tale was quite legendary, even widely known among common folk.
Of course, some details weren't public knowledge.
For instance, she came from the auction house—as an auction item!
The forces behind the auction house were directly tied to the royal family.
"My master has deep ties with the royal family."
"The royal family even gifted a soul bone over 90,000 years old…"
The group fell silent upon hearing this.
Gratitude must be repaid; grievances must be avenged.
While the royal family's motives weren't pure, it was indeed an act of kindness.
"Unless something major happens, I won't take action against them. Nor will I repay the favor."
Xiao Feilian said seriously.
Her current achievements were inseparable from Zhongli's guidance.
As for the royal family, their contribution was secondary.
"As expected of the Saintess—clear in her judgments!"
"Yes, the Saintess truly sees things clearly."
"With such experiences, if it were someone else, they'd not only exploit the royal family's resources but also harbor resentment and hostility!"
Tang San: "You might as well just report my ID card!"