Chapter 112: I, Master Yu Xiaogang, Am Unbeatable In Theory!

"Although his appearance resembles that of a handsome young man, judging by his actual bone age, he shouldn't be much older than Xiao San..." 

"At present, Xiao San is only at Level 15, yet he's already reached Soul Elder rank at Level 31?!" 

At this point, the man's eyes were filled with confidence. "With my unbeatable theories as guidance, combined with such astonishing talent..." 

"In the future, under my tutelage, helping him become a Title Douluo may not be impossible." 

"At that time, wouldn't I be able to prove to my family that they were wrong..." 

"I, Yu Xiaogang, am not useless!" 

For a moment, 'Master' Yu Xiaogang's eyes burned with fervor.

'There are so many of them, and they're all soul masters. If they need to stay at a hotel...'

Then, Yu Xiaogang quickly turned to a similarly astonished teacher from Nuoding Junior Soul Academy beside him and said, 

"Xiao Wang, I have something to take care of right now." 

"Tell Xiao San to wait for me at the entrance of the VIP Hotel." 

With that, Yu Xiaogang hurriedly followed the retreating figure of Dai Chengfeng. 

Meanwhile, on the main street of Nuoding City

The sky gradually darkened. There was no evening glow today; gray clouds hung low, casting a sense of oppression over the entire city. 

A faint mist enveloped the streets, and the dim yellow neon lights of roadside shops flickered weakly in the haze, as if they might extinguish at any moment. 

"Hiss!"

As he walked, Dai Chengfeng suddenly let out a soft hiss, shivering slightly, and glanced back toward the direction of the city gates. 

Ye Lingling and Dugu Yan quickly turned their heads curiously, their eyes full of concern as they softly asked, "Chengfeng, what's wrong?" 

Dai Chengfeng frowned, his eyes filled with puzzlement, and slowly shook his head. "I don't know." 

"Just now, I suddenly felt an inexplicable chill, as if something foul had locked onto me..." 

For a moment, Dai Chengfeng couldn't help but mutter inwardly: 'Could it be that there really are ghosts in this world of Douluo?'

'Why do I feel this sudden coldness all over my body? Have I been targeted by some malevolent force?'

But then again, his martial spirit was the White Tiger, which should naturally suppress all forms of evil! 

Thinking this, a flicker of confusion passed through Dai Chengfeng's eyes. 

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Nuoding City wasn't large, and soon, under the guidance of passersby, everyone arrived at the largest hotel in the city. 

Though not as grand as those in Tian Dou City, its entrance was still impressive and luxurious by Nuoding standards. 

Above the entrance hung a massive signboard made of high-quality black iron, with the words "VIP Hotel" boldly inscribed in gilded letters. 

"Chengfeng, Old Poison, let's rest here tonight," Ye Renxin suggested. 

"Mm." 

Dai Chengfeng and the others nodded in agreement without objection. 

Seeing this, Ye Renxin strode ahead into the hotel and waved over a young woman at the front desk. 

Luck was on their side—the hotel had plenty of rooms available. 

Soon, seven suites were booked. After bidding farewell to Ye Lingling and Dugu Yan, Dai Chengfeng returned to his room. 

The room was neatly arranged, featuring a large bed spacious enough for several people, a wooden table, a few chairs, and a carved wardrobe… 

After taking a quick hot shower, 

"Finally, I can get a good night's rest!" 

Dai Chengfeng flopped onto the bed with a contented groan. 

Staring at the ceiling, he slowly opened his palm. 

With a thought, a wisp of black energy swirled in his palm, and the Nine Nether Dark Wind appeared faintly. 

"The current Nine Nether Dark Wind seems even more condensed, and it feels like it has gained an eerie quality that confuses the mind…" 

Feeling the changes in the Nine Nether Dark Wind, Dai Chengfeng narrowed his eyes slightly and nodded in satisfaction. 

However, just as he was about to retract the Nine Nether Dark Wind and prepare to rest— 

Knock, knock, knock...

A sudden knocking sounded at the door. 

"Who is it?" 

Upon hearing Dai Chengfeng's inquiry, the voice of the front desk girl came from outside, slightly respectful. "Guest, are you asleep?" 

"No room service, thank you!" 

"Pfft~" 

Instantly, the front desk girl blushed and lightly spat, "Guest, you've misunderstood—it's not... service." 

"There's a prominent figure from our Nuoding City waiting for you downstairs." 

For some reason, a flicker of disappointment flashed in her eyes. 'Even when it's free, he doesn't want it?'

"A prominent figure?" 

Hearing this, Dai Chengfeng was filled with doubt and couldn't help but mutter inwardly, 'What kind of big shot could there be in a small place like Nuoding City?'

'And I've just arrived in Nuoding City. Why would someone want to see me? Could it be someone sent by Qian Renxue?'

Thinking this, Dai Chengfeng couldn't suppress his curiosity and responded, "Let me get dressed. Wait a moment." 

He then got up, left the room, and followed the front desk girl downstairs. 

The lobby on the first floor of the VIP Hotel was brightly lit. 

"Guest, that gentleman wishes to see you." 

At this moment, the front desk attendant pointed to a figure sitting in a corner nearby and respectfully addressed Dai Chengfeng. 

"Mm." 

Dai Chengfeng nodded and followed the direction of the attendant's finger, quickly spotting a buzzcut man dressed in black. 

From behind, the man seemed gentle and refined, exuding an air of scholarly wisdom and the aura of a recluse master. 

But! 

Perhaps others wouldn't recognize him, but as someone who had crossed over into this world, Dai Chengfeng almost instantly identified the man's identity. 

After all, that iconic buzzcut hairstyle, combined with Nuoding City— 

Who else could it be besides 'Master' Yu Xiaogang? 

At this moment, Dai Chengfeng's eyes were filled with confusion. 'I wasn't planning to seek him out. Why did he suddenly come to me?'

At this time, Yu Xiaogang turned his head upon hearing the front desk attendant's voice. Seeing Dai Chengfeng's face, brimming with surprise and bewilderment, Yu Xiaogang's eyes flickered with curiosity. But soon, thinking of Dai Mubai, his expression shifted to one of pride. 

'It seems this Fourth Prince of the Star Luo Empire recognizes me.'

'Has the reputation of Shrek Academy and my title as the 'Theoretical Master' spread to the upper echelons of the Star Luo Empire?'

For a moment, Yu Xiaogang felt even more confident that Dai Chengfeng would willingly become his disciple. 

After all, even his brother Dai Mubai had to pass an evaluation to join Shrek Academy. For him to personally take Dai Chengfeng as a disciple should be considered an honor. 

Moreover, perhaps he could resolve the conflict between Dai Chengfeng's martial spirit and soul rings. 

Just this alone made Yu Xiaogang feel certain that he had Dai Chengfeng in the palm of his hand. 

After all, despite being born with full innate soul power, Dai Chengfeng had lost out to Dai Weisi, the Crown Prince of Star Luo Empire, and was even 'exiled' by the Star Luo Emperor due to the limitations of his potential caused by the conflict between his martial spirit and soul rings. 

'I refuse to believe you, Dai Chengfeng, aren't desperate to change your situation!'

Thinking this, Yu Xiaogang waved to Dai Chengfeng in the distance. "Come over, young man." 

"You must have recognized me by now, right?" 

"That's correct!" 

"I am Yu Xiaogang, the self-proclaimed 'Theoretically Unbeatable' First Martial Spirit Theory Master of the Tian Dou Empire!" 

After speaking, 

Yu Xiaogang proudly narrowed his eyes and tilted his head slightly, seemingly waiting for Dai Chengfeng's awe and admiration. 

Looking at the smug Yu Xiaogang, Dai Chengfeng's eyes were filled with amusement. 'Xiaogang, what's gotten into you?'

Still, Dai Chengfeng walked over, his lips curling with playful intent as he looked at Yu Xiaogang. 

"'Master' Yu Xiaogang, correct?" 

"I heard you once proposed the theory, 'There are no useless martial spirits, only useless soul masters.' Is that true?" 

Yu Xiaogang's eyes instantly lit up with delight. 

He hadn't expected that this Fourth Prince of the Star Luo Empire would have heard of his theory. 

This made him even more certain that the other party must admire him greatly. 

'Taking him as my disciple will be effortless!'

For a moment, Yu Xiaogang's eyes burned with fervor as he nodded slightly. 

"That's right!" 

"There are no useless martial spirits, only useless soul masters. This is one of my key theories!" 

With that, Yu Xiaogang picked up his teacup and took a proud sip. 

But the next second— 

Dai Chengfeng's lips suddenly curled into a smirk, his tone dripping with playful sarcasm. "I also heard that your own martial spirit is considered a 'useless martial spirit.' Since you've proposed such a theory, surely you must be quite formidable now, right?" 

"Tell me, 'Master'..." 

"Are you currently a Soul Douluo or a Title Douluo?!"

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