Douluo: The Ultimate Self

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Oscar was deeply moved by Yang Xiong's words, while the others exchanged glances. Clearly, their experience in the soul master world was limited. After Yang Xiong's explanation, they began to somewhat appreciate Oscar's sausages.

Yang Xiong continued, "Oscar, let me ask you a small question: how long can your sausages typically be stored?"

After thinking for a moment, Oscar replied, "The sausages made with my first and second soul skills remain effective for up to twelve hours."

Yang Xiong nodded again and turned to look at everyone around him. "Have you ever considered that Oscar's auxiliary abilities are completely different from those of the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda? They might even be revolutionary in the soul master world. Whether in armies or during our training, if we could carry Oscar's sausages in advance, it would be like having an auxiliary soul master with us. Of course, if the storage time of his sausages could be extended, they would become as valuable as soul master medicine. Even though we take soul master medicine, it doesn't have these effects, let alone the functional benefits of the sausages."

"Especially when Oscar's soul power grows stronger—imagine if he could produce hundreds or even thousands of sausages at once. Think about how powerful that auxiliary effect would be, especially in armies or sects."

Oscar pondered this thoughtfully. As Yang Xiong had pointed out, the functionality of the sausages was one aspect, and their storage time was another. He realized he had never considered how to extend their shelf life.

The others' expressions changed dramatically, especially Dai Mubai. None of them were entirely inexperienced, and in an instant, they grasped just how formidable the Sausage Martial Soul could become—far more terrifying than they had imagined.

Even Flender looked thoughtful. He had always believed in Oscar's talent and auxiliary abilities, but he had never considered them as comprehensively as Yang Xiong had. Compared to independent soul masters, Oscar might hold an incredibly prestigious position in sects and armies.

Yang Xiong turned to Ning Rongrong. "Rongrong, try the effect of this sausage. It might help you understand the difference between the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda and the sausages."

Though Ning Rongrong's expression was reluctant, she stepped forward. "Oscar, please make two sausages for me."

Oscar was overjoyed and immediately produced two sausages.

Ning Rongrong hesitated and felt a bit repulsed, but she swallowed the sausages anyway.

As the sausages entered her system, Ning Rongrong instantly understood their incredible effects. Though they might not match the immediate impact of the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda, as Yang Xiong had said, these sausages could be stored. And as Oscar grew stronger, they might revolutionize the soul master world.

Ning Rongrong, coming from a sect, had more exposure to the knowledge of the soul master world. At this moment, she began to understand what Yang Xiong meant.

After some thought, the other six also began to eat Oscar's sausages. At first, they all felt a bit repulsed, but now they were astonished. Oscar felt immensely flattered, his earlier gloom completely dispelled.

Even Zhu Zhuqing and Xiao Wu, who had initially resisted the incantations, forced themselves to eat the sausages. After consuming them, they felt their excellent effects and couldn't help but admire Oscar.

Flender watched Oscar with a face full of satisfaction. He hoped Oscar would integrate better with the group.

After everyone had consumed Oscar's sausages, Flender spoke again.

"Good. I hope the eight of you at Shrek Academy will unite as one team. You now understand Oscar's auxiliary capabilities better. As Yang Xiong said, battles between soul masters aren't decided in an instant. Oscar can provide supplies for all of you, making him your most reliable support."

"In addition, tonight's lesson is canceled. All of you will rest for a day. Early tomorrow morning, everyone will set out with Teacher Zhao Wuji to help Oscar obtain his third soul ring. This isn't just Oscar's task—it's a training exercise for all of you, and it will determine the kind of auxiliary support you'll receive from Oscar in the future."

"This time, Teacher Zhao will only accompany you. He won't intervene until you encounter a thousand-year spirit beast. This is also a test of your combat abilities."

Everyone nodded, clearly understanding the revolutionary significance of Yang Xiong's words and the effects of the sausages.

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Back in the dormitory, Oscar was ecstatic. "Brother Xiong, you seem quite knowledgeable. You understand both soul masters and spirit beasts well. What kind of soul ring should I aim to obtain for my third soul ring?"

Yang Xiong sighed helplessly. "I've already told you to call me Yang Xiong. You're older than me."

"The Great Star Dou Forest is the largest spirit beast forest on the entire continent of Douluo. We'll probably only explore its outskirts, where there are many spirit beasts. However, I suggest you find a spirit beast with strong bloodline and functionality—the rarer, the better. Ideally, it should have the bloodline of a dragon-type or phoenix-type spirit beast."

"I've been to the Sunset Forest and seen many excellent thousand-year spirit beasts. However, the specific spirit beast you choose will depend on its age and your opportunities. Normally, the third soul ring shouldn't exceed 1,700 years. Even if it does, it shouldn't surpass that limit by too much."

Tang San, standing nearby, was puzzled. "Yang Xiong, my teacher once said that the standard for the third soul ring is 1,760 years. If we follow that guideline, we shouldn't have any issues. It's best not to exceed that limit, as it could be life-threatening."

Yang Xiong nodded. "There indeed is a standard for soul ring durations in the soul master world, which is correct to a certain extent. However, each person's physique is different. With long-term physical training, the permissible duration might be slightly higher, and even exceeding the limit is possible. But considering Oscar's situation, I think it's best not to take risks."

Tang San's expression grew serious. "Yang Xiong, the standards my teacher established shouldn't be wrong. They're based on the data from countless soul masters absorbing soul rings."

Yang Xiong nodded. "I've already said that it's correct to a certain extent. However, people's physiques and endurance vary. Moreover, for us soul masters, isn't the purpose of limits to break them?"

Hearing this, Tang San seemed to realize something. "Yang Xiong, your physical condition seems extraordinary. Could it be that your first two soul rings exceeded the standard duration?"

Yang Xiong chuckled. "Yes, they did exceed the limits slightly. However, without systematic training or a body far superior to the average person, it's best not to recommend exceeding the soul ring duration when absorbing soul rings. There are still risks involved."

Tang San fell silent. As Yang Xiong had said, weren't limits meant to be broken? Especially for Tang San, who considered himself exceptionally talented. Long-term blacksmithing and cultivation of the Tang Sect's techniques had made his physical condition far surpass that of soul masters at the same level.

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