Now, everything was clear.
There was no "what if"; the physical constitution and the soul power were fundamentally the same.
The effect of the Class panel on the constitution was like the Dragon Blood Tree medicinal bath—it activated the body's instinct, accelerating the absorption of external energy and nutrients, thereby solidly grounding the seemingly intangible increase in constitution.
Soul power, on the other hand, originated from the Soul Master's meditation practice that refined the elemental energy of the world.
What the panel did was take over the cultivation process, transforming the illusory soul power into a tangible reality!
Usually, Zhao Liuyun would slowly allocate his points during meditation, and the subtle growth was easily masked by his daily practice!
Now, having added too many points at once, Zhao Liuyun felt the soul power within him surge like a wild horse, spontaneously circulating and rapidly absorbing the elemental energy from the outside world.
It didn't affect the use of soul skills.
However—
What about his meditation?
The current circulation of soul power was completely dominated by the panel, which meant he couldn't gain general experience through the cultivation of the [Soul Master] profession.
Zhao Liuyun calmed his mind and sensed his meridians. The path of the soul power circulation was exactly the route of the Mysterious Heaven Skill.
The concentration of his soul power could rival the state he achieved when he was completely focused.
Based on this, he should be gaining 7.5 points of [Soul Master] professional experience per hour.
The panel didn't tire and didn't need rest; the soul power it managed was always maintained at its peak concentration and circulated continuously for twenty-four hours.
That would be 180 points in a single day!
The speed was more than four times faster than his own cultivation.
If his estimation was correct, he could break through to level twenty soul power in no more than twenty-seven days.
It wasn't like those systems that instantly level up with a single click, but it was still incredibly fast.
180 points...
Zhao Liuyun's mind stirred, and he activated [Brainstorm].
Could he increase it further?
Judging from Tang San's experience, the distribution of elemental energy in the Douluo Continent was generally uniform, and the location of cultivation seemed to make no difference.
But there was one place where elemental energy must converge, a place where the energy was far higher than elsewhere—
The resting place of the Water and Fire Dragon Kings, the Eye of Ice and Fire!
A sharp light flashed in Zhao Liuyun's eyes.
This was a place he was determined to secure.
However, he couldn't rush it yet.
With his current physical strength, it would be impossible to withstand the tyrannical medicinal power of the two Immortal Grasses of Ice and Fire.
He clearly remembered that even a Soul Venerable like Tang San, who had absorbed a third soul ring beyond the limit and had the enhancement of the Eight Spider Lances, had nearly perished there.
And without consuming those two Immortal Grasses, he couldn't gain the trust of Dugu Bo, making all his plans moot.
Zhao Liuyun lay on the bed, planning the direction of his future progress.
The effect of the Dragon Blood Tree medicinal bath was gradually weakening; recently, it felt more like a massage, with only a slight tingling sensation.
Once he broke through to a Two-Ring Soul Master and his physical constitution was further tempered and improved by the soul ring, the Dragon Blood Tree medicinal bath should become completely ineffective.
His Martial Uncle Huang Xin's father, his teacher Bai Hong's teacher, the late Martial Grandfather Huang Xin, was said to have traveled far to Heaven Dou City to study at the Ye family of the Nine Heart Begonia.
Besides the Dragon Blood Tree medicinal bath formula, perhaps he had obtained other good things?
Even if not, he must have at least established some connections, right?
If there was absolutely nothing...
Then he would have to go to Heaven Dou City himself.
First, he would visit the Ye family and try to leverage his talent to get an investment, using their connections to join an advanced academy.
Ideally, the Heaven Dou Royal Academy.
Zhao Liuyun believed his talent was inferior to Tang San's, so he shouldn't attract the kind of targeted hostility Snow Fawn faced.
Even if he did encounter it, he had [Hypnosis] to deal with it.
As long as he joined the Heaven Dou Royal Academy's combat team, he could naturally get close to Dugu Yan.
At that time, he could also use the opportunity to approach Dugu Bo...
Normally, at this time, he would be meditating, but his soul power was automatically running, circulating ceaselessly, without the need for manual intervention.
Zhao Liuyun was extraordinarily energetic but had no place to use it; he was too excited to sleep.
He simply started practicing the Controlling Crane Catching Dragon technique.
A Soul Master possessed three different kinds of power: physical body, soul, and soul power.
Soul power was an external force relative to the body.
By practicing Controlling Crane Catching Dragon to proficiency, he would soon be able to apply the complete form of [Adjustment] to himself in the form of soul power.
Zhao Liuyun calculated very precisely.
On the morning of the twenty-seventh day of adding experience to his soul power, the illusory level 20 finally solidified.
The automatically circulating soul power finally stopped.
At the same time, a sense of unhindered exhilaration, like a warm current, instantly surged through his entire body.
Unable to contain his joy, Zhao Liuyun immediately shared the good news with his Martial Uncle.
"You... you're level twenty?" Huang Xin was filled with disbelief.
Cultivation was a very personal matter, and he only knew that his Martial Nephew worked hard every day without fail.
But he never expected that in just over a year and three months, his Martial Nephew would rapidly become a Great Soul Master from level fourteen.
"I just broke through, Martial Uncle. As you know, the fragrance of my martial soul already has the effect of aiding concentration and enhancing cultivation," Zhao Liuyun blinked.
"Didn't I mention it last time? I was also fortunate enough to consume a precious thousand-year-old ginseng in the Soul Hunting Forest..."
"Alright, I understand." Huang Xin waved his hand, interrupting his Martial Nephew's explanation.
The floral scent could soothe emotions and calm the mind, which indeed provided a slight boost to cultivation.
A thousand-year-old ginseng was also a rare and precious medicine.
It was reasonable.
Huang Xin believed it, accepting the explanation almost instantly.
"Since you've broken through, are you planning to go and obtain a soul ring immediately? Do you need me to help prepare anything?" he asked with concern.
Zhao Liuyun replied brightly, "Thank you, Martial Uncle, but there's no need to trouble you. I plan to ask Uncle Tian for assistance."
This was the hidden benefit of joining the mercenary group.
The soul hunt didn't cost money, obtaining a soul ring didn't require extra expenditure, and he could freely choose his desired soul beast.
Spirit-type soul beasts were rare, so this time, he couldn't be as lucky as last time and just happen upon a Dream Demon.
After preparing all kinds of supplies, Zhao Liuyun went directly to Tian Wenlong's residence to find him.
When he stated his request—that he had reached level 20 and needed a new soul ring—Tian Wenlong exhibited the exact same astonished expression as his Martial Uncle.
"What—!" His scar twitched, and Tian Wenlong's eyes widened. "How could it be so fast?"
You must know, it had been less than two years since he obtained his first soul ring!
Zhao Liuyun chuckled twice, and the prepared explanation came easily:
"Uncle Tian, have you forgotten? I told you that last time I accompanied a friend on a soul hunt, and by chance, I obtained a thousand-year-old ginseng branch. Its medicinal effect was extraordinary..."
Since he needed help with the soul hunt, the reason had been carefully laid out long ago.
"Good kid!"
Tian Wenlong recalled the incident, marveled at his good luck, and then waved his hand grandly, promising with great spirit.
"We will surely help you hunt a strong enough soul beast to match your talent!"
He had been exceptionally protective of Zhao Liuyun over the past year or so.
Not only did he never assign him to night watch duty, but he also passed on invaluable soul hunting experience, such as how to track soul beasts, identify various habits, and numerous other things not found in books, without reservation.
This unreserved mentorship indirectly contributed to Zhao Liuyun obtaining the [Hunter] profession.
Zhao Liuyun was susceptible to kindness, and he deeply remembered this relationship.
Soon, Tian Wenlong gathered his men and displayed the authority of a mercenary group leader.
He surveyed the crowd, clapped his hands, and the crisp sound drew everyone's attention. Then, he announced loudly:
"Brothers, listen up!"
His expression was serious, and his voice was steady and powerful.
"Zhao Liuyun, our mercenary group's strategist and genius young man, has once again reached a crucial moment on his path as a Soul Master."
"He's broken through to level twenty!"
"Huh?" Everyone simultaneously voiced their confusion, their gazes uniformly falling on the figure standing beside Tian Wenlong.
"Liuyun, you're already level twenty?" The scout, Ye Ye, rubbed his eyes, still finding it hard to believe.
The Agility Attack Soul Master, Zhu Qiaoqiao, was the first to react, congratulating him with a smile. "Congratulations, Little Liuyun."
The others also snapped back to attention and offered their congratulations in a chorus of voices.
Tian Wenlong laughed heartily, his voice like a great bell. "This is a monumental occasion."
"We should host a banquet to celebrate him becoming a Great Soul Master at the age of nine, but the soul hunt is more important."
"I'm almost ten," Zhao Liuyun corrected.
Tian Wenlong shook his head dismissively. "That's not important."
"What's important is that we help you obtain the best soul ring."
"We'll celebrate properly when we return victorious!"
"Hooray!"
Everyone cheered together.
"Thank you, thank you all. Meeting you truly is my good fortune," Zhao Liuyun said sincerely, his eyes slightly warm.
After confirming that the supplies were ready, Tian Wenlong once again used his eloquence on the guard captain at the entrance of the Soul Hunting Forest.
Leveraging his past relationship, he once again secured a favor, receiving yet another "last time" from the captain, and then the group all entered the Soul Hunting Forest together.
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