NOVEL NEXT Chapter 6: Soul Tools Lesson
"Do you like it?"
"Yes, I really like it! Thank you, Mom!" Su Luoheng replied eagerly, caressing the smooth and cool wrist guard, nodding enthusiastically like a woodpecker.
"I'm glad you like it~"
"Mom, what's it called?"
"This is your gift, so of course, you should name it yourself."
"Then I'll call it... Ice Crystal Wrist Guard."
"Alright."
Watching the little one so excited, Ye Lan felt happy as well. It was worth all the hard work she had put in over the past two months.
Su Luoheng suddenly shook the wrist guard on his right arm.
"Dad, if I wear this, will it affect my training results?"
"It won't."
"That's good!"
Seeing how much Su Luoheng loved the wrist guard, Ye Lan tapped her chopsticks on the table and gently reminded him, "Alright, let's eat. After dinner, the three of us will go out for a walk."
"Okay, okay~"
Su Luoheng nodded.
However, during the meal, he kept glancing at the Ice Crystal Wrist Guard, deep in thought.
Ye Lan and Su Junran exchanged a knowing smile; children are always like this when they get a new gift.
"…"
Su Luoheng put down his bowl and chopsticks.
After a moment of hesitation, he suddenly asked, "Mom, did you make this soul device yourself?"
"Yes, of course~"
Ye Lan's beautiful eyes sparkled with a smile, and she fondly pinched Su Luoheng's cheek, saying, "Your mom is a Level 4 Soul Engineer, you know~ Isn't that amazing?"
"Amazing, really amazing..."
"Mom, let go! I have something serious to discuss!"
Su Luoheng struggled to free himself from his mother's playful grasp, rubbing his reddened cheeks, his eyes filled with grievance.
"You're making Mommy sad~" Ye Lan pouted, but soon she smiled again, "Alright, go ahead, what serious matter does our little Luoheng have?"
"I want to learn about soul devices."
"Hmm?"
"I want to learn about soul devices."
Su Luoheng sat up straight, his young face full of determination.
"…"
The couple exchanged a glance. Su Junran said slowly, "Luoheng, it's not too late to learn about soul devices after you become a Soul Master. For now, it might be better to focus on improving your soul power and training."
"Dad, I know."
"I just want to learn a bit in advance. It won't affect my regular training."
Su Luoheng's decision wasn't made on a whim.
After learning about the uniqueness of his martial soul, he had been contemplating the importance of soul devices.
If his martial soul didn't meet his expectations, then with his talent, becoming a Soul Engineer would be the best path. On the other hand, learning more would never be a disadvantage.
Today, receiving the Ice Crystal Wrist Guard presented a good opportunity.
But even if he hadn't received it, Su Luoheng had planned to bring it up eventually.
"This…"
"Mom, please~"
Seeing Su Luoheng's pleading eyes, Ye Lan couldn't make up her mind.
She didn't mind him learning about soul devices, but Su Junran was the one who always decided on Luoheng's training.
"Junran, what do you think?"
"Let him try." Su Junran turned to Su Luoheng and reminded him, "But Luoheng, you need to be sure about this. If you do this, you won't have any rest time each week."
"Until you become a Soul Master, you can only study theoretical knowledge," Ye Lan reminded.
"Yes, yes, that's no problem!"
Hearing this, Su Luoheng quickly patted his chest and agreed eagerly.
"Then let's start from today."
"Great!"
...
After breakfast, Ye Lan began teaching about soul devices.
As a Soul Engineer, Ye Lan was naturally pleased to see her son taking an interest in soul devices.
She placed particular importance on this first lesson of his introduction.
"Luoheng, what do you think a soul device is?"
"A soul device is a weapon powered by soul power that can enhance a Soul Master's abilities."
"You're right."
Ye Lan nodded slightly and continued, "In a sense, a soul device is a weapon designed for Soul Masters. However, my teacher once said that the future of soul devices should be for everyone, regardless of whether they have soul power or not.
That is the true meaning of a soul device.
Although it's challenging to achieve that now, I believe it will be possible in the future."
"I believe it too."
Su Luoheng nodded in agreement with his mother's statement.
"Alright, back to the topic. A soul device is an artificial tool created by engraving core formations onto rare metals and gemstones. Currently, soul devices on the continent are mainly divided into melee soul devices, long-range soul devices, and fixed soul devices. In addition, there are auxiliary soul devices such as storage, flight, and detection devices. Although they lack combat abilities, they play an indispensable role."
"The grade of a soul device is determined by its formation and inscriptions, and a valuable soul device can be upgraded by replacing its materials."
"…"
Ye Lan was very serious about teaching soul devices.
Throughout the day of theoretical training on soul devices, Ye Lan's extensive knowledge greatly benefited Su Luoheng, providing him with a deeper understanding and laying a solid foundation.
Even if he doesn't become a Soul Engineer in the future, he would still be better equipped to use soul devices.
...
...
Time flew by.
Su Luoheng did not attend a beginner Soul Master academy like other children.
The strongest teachers at those beginner academies were, at best, only three-ring Soul Elders, which couldn't compare to the education provided by his parents.
In over a year, Su Luoheng never skipped his training.
Now, his physical strength was such that even a Soul Master who had obtained their first soul ring might not necessarily be able to defeat him.
Meanwhile, Ye Lan provided detailed explanations of various types of soul devices for little Luoheng.
He also read a lot about soul devices on his own.
Although he hadn't had the chance to practice due to his limited soul power, he had a basic understanding of the fundamental knowledge of soul devices and had learned to construct formations for several low-level soul devices.
These advancements pleasantly surprised Ye Lan.
As a Level 4 Soul Engineer certified by the Sun Moon Empire, she could see that little Luoheng had considerable talent and interest in soul devices.
However, today all this would have to be put aside.
Because after more than a year of accumulation, Su Luoheng's soul power had finally stabilized at level 10.
This also marked the complete awakening of his martial soul.
After the complete awakening of his martial soul, a significant change was that the soul power consumption when manifested was greatly reduced. While the other abilities of his martial soul remained unknown, he could now finally go hunt for his first soul ring and become a true Soul Master.
This was also what Su Luoheng cared about the most.
In the courtyard.
"Luoheng, are you ready?"
"Yes!"
Su Luoheng nodded firmly, his young face unable to hide his excitement.
"Junran, be careful on the journey with our son."
"Don't worry."
"..."
Although she knew there wouldn't be much difficulty in hunting the first soul ring, she couldn't help but remind the father and son repeatedly, checking if they had enough provisions and supplies. She only returned home after escorting them out of the city gates.
Su Junran, however, patiently responded to her concerns again and again, never losing his patience.