Seeing the scene where he aimed a sleeve arrow at his own teacher, Tang San immediately felt uneasy and hurried to explain.
"Teacher, please listen to me."
"At that time, I thought you were on the gatekeeper's side, so I instinctively raised my hand and aimed at you."
"But I truly had no intention of harming you. When I realized you were upholding justice, I lowered my weapon."
"Don't worry, Little San. I believe you."
Yu Xiaogang forced a gentle smile onto his stiff, slightly pale face and patted Tang San's shoulder.
Outwardly, he appeared calm.
Yet deep down, a trace of discomfort lingered.
After all, anyone who suddenly realized they had once stood on the brink of death would find it difficult to remain completely unaffected.
However, years of master-disciple bonding and Tang San's importance in validating his martial soul theories quickly suppressed that unease.
Nearby, Dai Mubai, Ning Rongrong, and Oscar quietly stepped back, exchanging glances.
A subtle tension filled the air.
Tang San's tendency toward lethal intent made them uneasy.
If one day he judged them as "deserving death," what would happen then?
Back to the Comparison Screen
["Old sir, may I see the Martial Soul proof?"]
[After addressing the gatekeeper, Yu Xiaogang walked toward Old Jack and requested the document.]
After examining it, a flash of excitement appeared in his eyes.
"This proof is genuine."
He turned to Old Jack.
"On behalf of the academy, I apologize for what just happened. Please leave this child to me."
Then he glanced coldly at the gatekeeper.
"This is your first and last warning. If you offend others like this again, you will not remain here."
The gatekeeper broke into a cold sweat.
"Yes, Master! It won't happen again!"
Yu Xiaogang then led Tang San into Nuoding Academy, walking along the main path.
On the way, Tang San thanked him and addressed him as "teacher."
Yu Xiaogang shook his head.
"I am not a teacher here."
Tang San guessed he might be the principal, but Yu Xiaogang denied that as well, saying he merely resided at the academy and lived off its resources.
He added, with a somewhat affected tone, that he had long forgotten his own name and that Tang San could simply call him "Master."
He then explained the difference between "teacher" and "master," emphasizing that the two were not the same and should not be confused.
Unless…
His tone shifted, and his eyes grew intense as he looked at Tang San.
"Unless you are willing to truly acknowledge me as your teacher."
White World — Shrek Academy
Outside the office, Flender, Zhao Wuji, and several teachers watched the comparison unfold.
Flender sighed.
"If Xiao Gang from that world succeeds, he will become the teacher of a future deity."
Nuoding Academy — White World
Yu Xiaogang clenched his fists tightly.
His face flushed as jealousy surged within him.
"That must not happen!"
Six years ago, he had also encountered Tang Chuan and attempted to take him as a disciple.
But Tang Chuan's questions left him speechless, and he failed.
Now, knowing Tang Chuan would become a dual god, the regret in his heart felt unbearable.
If he had succeeded back then, he would already be a teacher of a deity.
Because of that failure, he could not accept the success of his other self.
If the Black World version succeeded, it would be more painful than death.
After all, they were both Yu Xiaogang. Why should the other succeed where he failed?
Back to the Screen
Facing Yu Xiaogang's request, Tang San did not answer immediately.
Instead, he asked calmly, "Will you teach me how to cultivate spirit power?"
Yu Xiaogang was momentarily taken aback, then smiled.
"You truly are a clever child. Not only talented, but also intelligent."
"It seems I must persist. After all, you are the third twin-spirit possessor in a hundred years."
The moment Yu Xiaogang revealed this, Tang San's expression changed.
Almost instinctively, his left hand shifted again.
The sleeve arrow subtly aimed toward Yu Xiaogang.
Black World — Shrek Academy
Yu Xiaogang's lips twitched as fear rose in his heart.
Twice… I was nearly killed twice.
He could not help but glance at Tang San.
Tang San forced an awkward smile.
"Teacher… I told you, it was just instinct. No ill intent… you believe me, right?"
Yu Xiaogang could only nod silently.
White World — Shrek Academy
Flender's face twitched slightly.
A sense of relief surfaced within him.
Fortunately, in their world, Yu Xiaogang had encountered Tang Chuan instead.
At least Tang Chuan behaved rationally.
This Tang San, who resorted to killing at the slightest provocation, was far too dangerous.
Dormitory Area
Ning Rongrong shook her head, completely speechless.
"Why does he always want to kill people over the smallest thing?"
"This idea of 'deserving death' is terrifying."
"If someone treats their father with absolute devotion but is ready to kill outsiders at a moment's notice… who could possibly deal with that?"
Dai Mubai, Zhu Zhuqing, and Oscar all nodded in agreement.
Back to the Screen — Yu Xiaogang's Analysis
Seeing Tang San's reaction, Yu Xiaogang revealed a proud expression.
"Are you wondering how I know you possess twin spirits?"
He raised the Martial Soul proof.
"It is because of this."
"If others cannot see the flaw within it, that is expected. But if even I cannot, then I do not deserve the title of Master."
He then explained in detail.
Among six hundred and forty-seven individuals with Blue Silver Grass, only sixteen possessed spirit power, less than three percent. None of them exceeded rank one innate spirit power.
Since Tang San possessed innate full spirit power, it directly contradicted the nature of Blue Silver Grass.
According to his theory, innate spirit power is proportional to the quality of the martial soul.
Therefore, the only possible explanation was that Tang San had a second martial soul.
Tang San remained calm on the surface and asked, "Why can I not be an exception?"
Yu Xiaogang shook his head.
"I have studied martial soul mutations as well. Your Blue Silver Grass has not mutated, so there can be no exception."
Black World — Shrek Academy
At this moment, Yu Xiaogang straightened his posture and placed his hands behind his back.
A composed and confident expression appeared on his face.
It's finally here.
For years, the world had mocked him as an unworthy Master.
Now, he would prove himself.
He would use his theory to impress a future deity and become the teacher of a god.
After this, who would dare ridicule him again?
The thought alone filled him with excitement.
He could already imagine the admiration, the respect, the recognition across the continent.
His heart pounded as exhilaration surged through him, almost overwhelming his senses.