Douluo Continent.
Southwest of the Heavenly Dou Empire, in the province of Fasno.
Despite being located in a remote area, Notting City still boasts a primary-level Soul Master academy—Notting Academy.
"Huff!"
"Huff!"
Heavy breathing could be heard from a secluded courtyard within the academy.
A child, about five or six years old, was seen running around in the courtyard, carrying a large cauldron.
Beneath the massive cauldron, the child's figure appeared exceptionally small.
However, he carried that enormous cauldron, which even an adult could not budge, and ran with steady, unwavering steps.
Every step was extremely heavy.
This shows how heavy this cauldron is.
"Bang!"
After running two and a half laps, the child threw the large cauldron into the open space of the yard with a loud thud.
The child then went inside.
Change out of your sweat-soaked clothes, wash up, and get yourself ready.
In the blink of an eye, a very handsome and cool little boy walked out.
It's easy to see how handsome the child will be when he grows up.
"Time really flies."
"Unbeknownst to me, six years have passed since I came to this world. I wonder if I, a non-native, possess a martial spirit?"
A hint of composure, unlike that of his peers, flashed in the child's dark eyes.
His name is Changge, and his full name is Gu Changge.
Six years ago, his body was subjected to some kind of force, as if he had been rejuvenated, and he was transformed into a newborn baby.
Finally, we arrived at Douluo Continent.
He was lucky; when he regained consciousness, he was taken in and raised by a teacher at Notting College.
However, six months ago, that teacher fell seriously ill with a hidden ailment that was difficult to cure, and unfortunately passed away.
He died at the young age of thirty.
Everything she left behind at Notting College was inherited by Gu Changge, her only remaining relative.
"If one can awaken a good martial soul and have a good start, with the help of the 'God's perspective' from the transmigration, then..."
"Becoming a god, resurrection... are not far off."
Gu Changge has always had a goal in mind.
However, only today's awakening of his martial spirit can tell him this.
Is he qualified to pursue this goal?
There's a high chance.
Over the years, Gu Changge discovered that his physique was different from that of ordinary people.
His physical condition far exceeds what one should be in at his age; in fact, some people who have already become Soul Masters are not as good as him in terms of physical fitness.
Therefore, Gu Changge still has high expectations for his martial soul awakening.
"It's almost noon, the time should be about right, we can go to the Martial Soul Branch Hall to awaken our Martial Soul."
Gu Changge glanced at the position of the sun in the sky, roughly judged the time, and then left the courtyard.
"A Long Song!"
Walking along the path of Notting College, many busy part-time students saw Gu Changge and called out to him.
"Um."
Gu Changge smiled calmly, nodded, and left with light steps.
After watching Gu Changge leave, the work-study students continued their work.
Although Gu Changge was known as a 'freak,' they all genuinely respected each other.
On one hand, Gu Changge possessed extraordinary power even before his martial soul had awakened, surpassing even that of a Soul Master.
On the other hand, although Gu Changge's status was slightly higher than theirs, he was very approachable and had no arrogance whatsoever.
Originally, these work-study students called him "Brother Gu".
However, Gu Changge felt that the way of addressing them was really strange, so he told them to just call them by their names.
Gu Changge did not immediately go to the Martial Soul Branch Hall, but instead went first to the teaching office of Notting Academy to have Director Su issue a certificate.
Unfortunately, not everyone can awaken their martial soul.
Generally, awakening a martial spirit requires guidance from an elder and requires identification.
Even in some remote villages, there are village chiefs who organize things.
Given Gu Changge's current situation, it wouldn't be an exaggeration to call him an 'orphan,' so he needs an identity certificate from an authoritative organization.
Notting College in Notting City meets the requirements.
"Knock knock knock".
Gu Changge raised his hand and knocked on the door.
"Please come in."
Director Su's voice came from inside the door. Gu Changge gently pushed open the door and stepped inside.
Surprisingly, Director Su also seemed to be preparing to leave.
"It's Changge."
Director Su turned around and saw that it was Gu Changge. A smile immediately appeared on his face: "I was just about to go over, but I didn't expect you to come by yourself."
"Perfect, here's the identification you need. Take this directly to the Spirit Branch Hall, and they'll help you awaken your Spirit."
"I originally wanted to go with you, but with the new semester starting soon, there's a lot to do... How about I have another teacher go with you?"
"Director Su, I'm not a child anymore. I can manage on my own," Gu Changge said with a smile.
If a six-year-old child were to say this under normal circumstances, it would be quite incongruous.
However, Director Su was already used to it.
Gu Changge is a child they have watched grow up. He is mature beyond his age and very sensible at a young age.
So he got used to it.
"Okay, be careful when you're alone, and don't put too much pressure on yourself."
Director Su smiled gently and handed over the identification document.
"good."
Gu Changge acknowledged the request, accepted the certificate, and then bid farewell to Director Su before leaving Notting College without stopping.
Even though his mental maturity far surpassed that of his peers, he still felt a certain amount of anticipation and eagerness when it came to the awakening of his martial spirit.
"Changge, this child, must have been waiting for this day for a long time... I hope you can awaken a good martial soul."
Director Su smiled and then left the Academic Affairs Office.
With the start of the new school year approaching, new students are flocking in.
As the dean of students in the college, he has to handle many things personally, so he really doesn't have much time.
...
The Spirit Hall in Notting City is the lowest-level Spirit Hall branch. According to the Spirit Hall's strength distribution, the branch hall master should be at the Soul Master level.
With his familiarity with Notting City, Gu Changge quickly arrived at the Martial Soul Branch Hall.
Upon entering the branch hall, one immediately attracts attention.
Inform the other party of your purpose, and at the same time hand over the identification document issued by Director Su.
Soon, the process was completed, and awakening was granted.
"Hello, little friend, my name is Sisi."
The female Soul Master named Sisi was very polite, her eyes constantly scrutinizing Gu Changge from head to toe, growing ever brighter.
Although Gu Changge was young, he was very handsome, and his face had a natural, unpretentious aloofness that gave him a very elegant air.
"Hello."
Gu Changge nodded, his mind not on Sisi at all, but on the awakening of his martial soul.
Sisi didn't pay any attention and led Gu Changge into a room.
On the floor was a six-pointed star array, with a black pebble placed at each point, its surface shrouded in faint magical runes.
"This is the magic array for awakening martial spirits."
Sisi explained, pointing to the center of the six-pointed star array: "Kids, stand in the middle of the six-pointed star, and we'll begin our awakening process right away."
"Um."
Gu Changge remained as concise as ever, and with light steps, walked to the center of the six-pointed star array.
Seeing that Gu Changge was ready, Sisi no longer hesitated and immediately activated her martial spirit: "Martial Spirit Possession, Pink Enchanting Fox!"
(End of chapter)