Blue Tyrant Academy, Heaven Dou City.
"Xiao Yu, this is my academy, called Blue Tyrant Academy. From now on, this will be your home."
"My name is Liu Erlong. I am the dean here, and I will also be your teacher. From now on, I will take care of your food, clothing, shelter, and everything else!"
"Xiao Yu, don't worry. Even though you only have 0.5 levels of spirit power, your Martial Soul is very unique and has great potential. You should know that the famous Grandmaster, who is renowned across the continent, also has the same Martial Soul as you—Luo Sanpao!"
"He and I can even use a Spirit Fusion technique to evolve Luo Sanpao into the Golden Holy Dragon!"
As Liu Erlong rambled on, Xiao Yu, distracted, allowed himself to be led by the hand along the paths of Blue Tyrant Academy.
After all, Xiao Yu already knew everything she was saying. Who could blame him? He was a genuine transmigrator.
If it weren't for the fact that he was holding Liu Erlong's soft, delicate hand and her tone, which she was clearly forcing to remain calm, Xiao Yu would have long since given in to her demands.
There was no other way. Based on his knowledge from his previous life, Xiao Yu knew that with Liu Erlong, one could only obey, not resist. Who could blame her? She had the temper of a fiery dragon!
If it weren't for the fact that he had awakened the same Martial Soul as Yu Xiaogang—Luo Sanpao—she might not have immediately defended him against those who mocked him and brought him back here.
However, the price of her gentleness was that, from the moment he awakened his Martial Soul at the Spirit Hall branch to their arrival here, she had mentioned "Yu Xiaogang" and "Grandmaster" dozens of times.
Xiao Yu had almost lost his temper several times and wanted to tell her to stop, but he couldn't.
If he said anything negative about the Grandmaster now, Liu Erlong might just abandon him, leaving him with no one to turn to.
After all, he had transmigrated into the world of Douluo Dalu without any cheats or systems. To make matters worse, he had awakened the same Martial Soul as Yu Xiaogang—Luo Sanpao—and even his innate spirit power was a pitiful 0.5 levels, just like Yu Xiaogang.
Therefore, if he wanted to survive, he could only rely on Liu Erlong.
He would have to use her longing for Yu Xiaogang to protect himself until he grew stronger.
Although it was frustrating, there was no other way. Having already been tempered by the harsh realities of his previous life, Xiao Yu quickly accepted his situation.
So, being treated as a substitute for Yu Xiaogang by Liu Erlong didn't come as much of a surprise to him.
As for the future arrival of Shrek Academy, he would deal with that when the time came. For now, survival was the priority!
Before long, amidst Liu Erlong's endless chatter, Xiao Yu was led to a small lakeside cabin.
The scenery here was beautiful, the environment elegant, and the atmosphere incredibly peaceful.
This was undoubtedly the cabin where Liu Erlong lived alone in the original story.
"Tomorrow, I'll have someone build a small cabin next to mine. From now on, you'll live with me. If you have any problems, you can come to me anytime!"
Liu Erlong gently patted Xiao Yu's head and smiled.
"Okay, thank you, Teacher Erlong."
"Mmm! So well-behaved!"
Hearing Xiao Yu call her "Teacher" so obediently, Liu Erlong's expression softened, and she suddenly picked him up and kissed him on the cheek.
At the same time, a hint of nostalgia flashed in her eyes.
She murmured softly to herself, "Xiaogang, if only you were this obedient, how wonderful that would be..."
Xiao Yu pretended not to hear this. While enjoying the faint fragrance emanating from Liu Erlong, he nestled his head comfortably against her soft chest, occasionally adjusting his position to find the most comfortable spot.
You're treating me as a substitute for Yu Xiaogang? Fine, I'll do some things he couldn't do. That's fair, right?
Liu Erlong didn't say anything about Xiao Yu's movements. After all, what bad intentions could such a well-behaved child possibly have?
After holding him for a while, Liu Erlong seemed to remember something and put Xiao Yu down.
Reluctantly leaving the warm, milky-scented embrace, Xiao Yu looked at Liu Erlong, who now had an expectant expression on her face.
"Xiao Yu, as your teacher, it's my responsibility to see your Martial Soul. Summon it and let me take a look!"
Hearing this, Xiao Yu didn't hesitate at all and immediately summoned his Martial Soul.
"Whoosh!"
Soon, as a magic circle surged, a strange creature that looked like a cross between a pig and a dog appeared at Xiao Yu's feet.
This creature was about half a meter long, with a stout body, dark purple fur, droopy little ears, and a pair of light purple eyes that immediately began curiously scanning its surroundings as soon as it appeared.
When it saw Xiao Yu, it excitedly wagged its four short legs and ran to his feet, gazing up at him with great affection.
Seeing this, Liu Erlong's excitement grew even more.
With Xiao Yu, who also had the Luo Sanpao Martial Soul, by her side, wasn't it almost like having Xiaogang with her?
She began murmuring to herself, "Luo Sanpao, it really is Luo Sanpao. This is wonderful, Xiao Yu, this is wonderful!"
As she spoke, Xiao Yu suddenly found himself enveloped in that familiar, fragrant softness again.
Feeling the familiar sensation and the slight suffocation, Xiao Yu quickly adjusted his position to avoid being smothered.
After a long while, Liu Erlong finally calmed down and released Xiao Yu, who was gasping for breath.
She quickly apologized, "I'm sorry, Xiao Yu. It's been so many years since I last saw Luo Sanpao, so I got a little too excited. Are you okay?"
Hearing this, Xiao Yu shook his head and said, "I'm fine, Teacher. As long as you're happy, you can hug me anytime. The tighter, the better!"
Though he felt helpless, Xiao Yu knew that keeping Liu Erlong happy was the key to surviving on this continent.
Seeing how understanding Xiao Yu was, Liu Erlong became even happier and hugged him again.
By the third time he was smothered, Xiao Yu had already mastered the art of adjusting his position.
"Oink oink..."
Meanwhile, Luo Sanpao, having run out of spirit power, gradually disappeared.
Watching Luo Sanpao vanish, Liu Erlong released Xiao Yu and wiped the tears from the corners of her eyes.
"Xiao Yu, let me give your Martial Soul a name! How about... Luo Sanpao? Is that okay?"
Xiao Yu shook his head at the suggestion. He didn't want his Martial Soul to have the same name as Yu Xiaogang's. If Tang San ever encountered him and Yu Xiaogang showed even the slightest dissatisfaction, Tang San would definitely attack him first.
Without any cheats, Xiao Yu didn't want to be labeled as "having a death wish."
"Oh? Then what do you want to call it?"
"Let's call it... Wo Long."
"Wo Long?"
Liu Erlong looked puzzled but didn't object.
After all, in her eyes, the name didn't matter. As long as the person was here, she had something to focus her longing on.
As for why Xiao Yu chose this name, it was a small hope and aspiration for himself.
After all, having transmigrated here, who wouldn't want to rise to greatness?
Wolong, Wolong—a dragon lying in the depths, waiting to soar to the heavens with a single leap.