Seeing that Yin Hao was unwilling to stay for dinner, Tang San didn't continue to persuade him. It was just a polite remark; taking it too seriously wouldn't be good.
After seeing Yin Hao out, he turned back to continue cooking.
Although Yin Hao had been sending rice and other things to Tang San's family for the past few years, Tang San, as the beneficiary, hadn't offered any substantial thanks.
This was actually normal. In the original story, Old Jack was so good to him, yet he didn't seem to repay Old Jack in any way. Let alone Yin Hao in this life, someone of no value to him—he wouldn't even bother with them, let alone help them.
Yin Hao sneered, found a secluded corner, and said to the system,
"System, claim reward."
[Reward claimed successfully. Congratulations to the host for obtaining 1% of the Blue Silver Emperor bloodline, current concentration 35%]
At the same time, Tang San, still standing in front of the pot cooking, felt a slight panic, then frowned, feeling as if he had lost something. After looking around, he realized there was nothing there, and since the feeling was only fleeting, he ignored it.
Back to Yin Hao's scene.
Yin Hao silently recited in his mind,
"Open the system panel."
[System panel opened:
Host:
Yin Hao; Martial Soul: Unawakened
; Soul Power: Level 10
; Soul Rings: None
; Soul Bone: None
; Bloodline: Blue Silver Emperor Bloodline 35% (Awakenable);
Assets: Gold Soul Coins * 3, Silver Soul Coins * 5]
These past few years of sending things to Tang San's family haven't been without reward; at least it gave him innate full soul power. If he hadn't lacked soul rings to break through to level 11, his soul power would be even higher now.
As for the Blue Silver Emperor bloodline, 35% isn't low. According to Yin Hao's estimation, although Tang San's appearance changed drastically after awakening his bloodline in the original story, he was still essentially human, and human bloodlines should definitely be dominant, at least 51%. After awakening, Tang San's Blue Silver Emperor bloodline should be at most 49%.
"System, what does 'awakenable' mean?"
[The host's Blue Silver Emperor bloodline has currently reached 35%, meeting the awakening standard. It will automatically awaken once the Martial Soul is awakened.] "
Awakening my bloodline? Will Tang Hao be surprised when he sees me? How interesting."
Yin Hao thought to himself, a slight smile unconsciously playing on his lips as he got up and walked towards home.
Back home, Old Jack had already prepared dinner, but was waiting for Yin Hao to return so they could eat together.
Seeing this, Yin Hao felt a warmth in his heart and called out,
"Grandpa, I'm back."
Old Jack looked up and smiled when he saw Yin Hao.
"You're back? Come on, Xiao Hao, Grandpa made your favorite braised pork ribs today, try some."
"Mm."
Yin Hao smiled back. Living in these three small houses for six years, while not as luxurious as his previous life, had given Yin Hao a sense of family affection he had never felt before.
"By the way, Xiao Hao, your martial soul awakening is in three days. How are you feeling?"
Yin Hao put down his chopsticks and chuckled.
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"Don't worry, Grandpa, I'll definitely awaken a great martial soul, and then I'll take you to enjoy a life of luxury."
"Hahaha... Good, Grandpa will wait."
Old Jack patted Yin Hao's little head and laughed. Who wouldn't love such a sensible grandson?
After finishing his meal, Old Jack, just like in the original story, prepared to go to the homes of the villagers with six-year-old children to inform them about the martial soul awakening.
Although he knew he might be mistreated by Tang Hao, Yin Hao still didn't stop him. He had no reason to stop him; it was his annual duty as the village chief.
Sure enough, about an hour later, Old Jack returned from outside, looking furious, cursing as he went.
"That Tang Hao, he's a good-for-nothing, and he even wants to delay his mistress. Does he even deserve to be a father?"
Hearing this, Yin Hao was somewhat speechless. If the old man knew that the person he was cursing was a Title Douluo, wouldn't he be shocked?
Perhaps noticing Yin Hao in the house, Old Jack put away his anger and put on a smiling face.
"Xiao Hao, it's time to go to sleep."
"Okay."
...
Three days passed in a flash. Led by Old Jack, Yin Hao arrived at the Spirit Hall in the center of the village.
Yin Hao was the second to last to arrive, while Tang San was the last. However, Tang San came alone, without Tang Hao's company.
This made Old Jack glare again.
Besides Tang San and Yin Hao, there were seven children standing in front, both boys and girls, all around six years old. They were probably the other children who were preparing to awaken their spirits.
Directly in front of all the children stood a young man, who looked to be in his twenties, with sword-like eyebrows and bright eyes, and a very handsome appearance. He wore a white outfit with a black cloak on his back, and a fist-sized "Soul" character on the center of his chest. This was the standard attire for Spirit Hall personnel.
On his left chest was a badge engraved with three intertwined swords. Who else could it be but Su Yuntao?
Yin Hao's lips unconsciously curled up slightly. The legendary blind Douluo, the number one poisonous milk, the traitor of the Spirit Hall, the guide of the gods, Master Su Yuntao!
If the master were to add a dose of poisonous milk to this, he would be guaranteed to become a God King in the future!
"Hello, respected Master Zhanhun, I'm afraid I'll have to trouble you this time." Old Jack respectfully bowed to Brother Tao.
Su Yuntao's brows revealed a faint pride. He gave a slight, nonchalant bow in return. "I don't have much time, let's begin now."
Old Jack said, "Alright. Children, this is a Battle Soul Master from Notting City. He will guide you in awakening your Martial Souls. You must cooperate well with the Master during the Martial Soul awakening. Grandpa hopes that some of you will become Soul Masters."
The young man said impatiently, "Alright, you said the same thing last year. Is becoming a Soul Master really that easy? I've already visited six villages, and not a single person has Soul Power. Nor do I have a suitable Martial Soul."
Old Jack smiled awkwardly, his expression somewhat somber. He sighed and said, "Yes! Only the inheritors of the major sects can most easily become Soul Masters. It's too difficult for us ordinary people." Shaking his head, he walked out of the Martial Soul Hall.
Su Yuntao ignored Old Jack, and Old Jack tactfully withdrew from the Martial Soul Hall.
"Children, stand in a line, one by one," Su Yuntao said softly.
The nine children, including Yin Hao, stood in a row, with Tang San at the back and Yin Hao second to last.
After exchanging greetings, Yin Hao and Tang San ignored each other and focused intently on Su Yuntao's actions.
Su Yuntao smiled and said, "My name is Su Yuntao, a level 26 Great Soul Master, and I am your guide. Now, I will guide you through your Martial Soul Awakening process one by one. Remember, no matter what happens, don't be afraid."
(End of Chapter)