Chapter 7: The Correct Way to Unlock Luo Sanpao’s Potential

"Why can't we feed it white radish?" Bibi Dong asked, her red lips parting slightly as she frowned. She had planned to feed Shenglong a white radish, just as Yu Xiaogang had done with Luo Sanpao, to reminisce about the past. She hadn't expected Gu Han to react so strongly, stopping her with visible anxiety.

"Well, it's like this, teacher," Gu Han replied, his mind racing as he forced a helpless smile.

"After I returned, I tried feeding Shenglong various things. I discovered that while Shenglong can eat, it doesn't excrete. In this case, I think it's better to only feed it items that are beneficial for its evolution. Ordinary foods might not be digested or utilized properly, and they could end up as impurities in its body. That might hinder its evolution."

Impurities... Gu Han's words left Bibi Dong momentarily stunned. Her beautiful eyes filled with a complex expression as she murmured to herself.

She recalled how Yu Xiaogang had only fed Luo Sanpao white radishes. Could it be that Luo Sanpao's inability to evolve and its reliance on flatulence were due to the accumulation of impurities from the radishes?

However, Bibi Dong had no way to verify this. Still, after their interactions, she had to admit that the disciple she had accepted was far more insightful and dedicated to researching his martial spirit than her former lover had been.

This realization left her feeling uneasy. It was as if the idol she had always admired had been surpassed by a substitute she had casually picked up.

"Study these materials carefully. The next time I visit, tell me what resources you need to help your martial spirit evolve, and I'll prepare them for you," Bibi Dong said, taking a deep breath. She stood up, her tall, curvaceous figure accentuated by the luxurious dark purple crown robe she wore. Her long wine-red hair cascaded down her back, making her skin appear even paler.

After speaking, Bibi Dong prepared to leave. Gu Han and Hu Liena quickly stood up, escorting her to the door and watching as her figure disappeared into the distance.

After Bibi Dong's Departure

Once Bibi Dong was gone, Gu Han returned to study the materials she had provided. Hu Liena followed him, her curiosity piqued.

"Xiao Han, did the teacher accept you as a disciple because you found a way to make your martial spirit evolve?" Hu Liena asked, her charming face filled with intrigue.

"Yes, but mostly because the teacher believes in me," Gu Han replied, his tone filled with gratitude even though Bibi Dong was no longer present.

"If it were someone else, even if my martial spirit was unique and I claimed to have found a way to make it evolve, they might not have believed me."

Back in the hall, Gu Han began studying the materials Bibi Dong had given him. Hu Liena watched curiously from the side.

The documents clearly stated that Luo Sanpao—Gu Han's martial spirit, Shenglong—was a degraded variant of the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex martial spirit. They also detailed various mutations of the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex and its legendary evolution into a form comparable to the Golden Holy Dragon and the Six-Winged Angel.

The Next Day

The following day, Bibi Dong did not visit Gu Han. Instead, she sent Hu Liena to bring him to the Pope's Palace.

After breakfast, Hu Liena and Gu Han made their way to the grand hall where Bibi Dong awaited them.

"Greetings, teacher!" both Hu Liena and Gu Han bowed respectfully as they entered the magnificent and opulent hall.

"Xiao Han, have you finished reading the materials I gave you? Have you figured out what Shenglong needs to evolve?" Bibi Dong asked, her elegant face showing a hint of expectation.

"Teacher, I've finished reading the materials, and I've determined the resources needed for Shenglong's evolution," Gu Han replied confidently.

He then listed the resources he believed were necessary:

"Since Shenglong is a degraded variant of the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex martial spirit, and its evolved form is the Light Holy Dragon of the light attribute, I propose feeding Shenglong the flesh and blood of light-attribute dragon soul beasts, along with various spiritual herbs."

"The dragon blood from these soul beasts may help Shenglong evolve into the Golden Holy Dragon. As for the spiritual herbs, they are neutral in attribute and won't interfere with the light-attribute dragon blood. They also contain abundant energy and vitality, which could aid Shenglong's evolution."

"Additionally, since Shenglong is my martial spirit, consuming these herbs might also transfer some of their medicinal power to me, accelerating my cultivation."

Gu Han's explanation was thorough, and he even preemptively addressed the possibility that his cultivation speed might far exceed that of a typical soul master with 0.25 innate soul power.

Bibi Dong's Reaction

"Light-attribute dragon soul beast flesh and blood?" Bibi Dong's mature and beautiful face showed a hint of surprise. She had expected Gu Han to focus on thunder-attribute resources, given that Luo Sanpao was a degraded form of the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex. She had even anticipated that he might inquire about the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex clan.

However, after the incident with the Secret Chamber Douluo, Bibi Dong's personality had darkened. Her outward gentleness and generosity were largely a facade. For now, she chose not to question Gu Han's reasoning. Instead, she decided to provide the resources he requested and observe the results.

"Very well. I'll have the resources you need prepared as soon as possible," Bibi Dong said, her tone firm.

As she prepared to dismiss Gu Han and Hu Liena, Gu Han spoke up again.

"Teacher, I feel that to truly unlock Shenglong's potential, my current knowledge might not be sufficient. I have some ideas, but I need to learn more about martial spirits. Could you grant me access to the third floor of the Central Library? I'd like to study there."

Gu Han still had two Tianyan points remaining. He planned to use the system's deduction function to create a soul power cultivation method and a body-refining technique. However, to do so, he needed to gather enough data by reading various books. Using Shenglong's evolution as an excuse, he respectfully made his request.