Chapter 0008: Learning Forging

Tang Ziran said: "Son, you have chosen the path of becoming a Soul Master, and your father supports you. However, your father has mentioned that there will be many difficulties you must face, not only in your studies but also within our family."

"The younger siblings have arrived." His voice was deep and resonant, and when it reached Tang Wulin's ears, it felt somewhat like a hum.

Langyue pressed the doorbell, and shortly after, the door opened, revealing a middle-aged man who stepped out.

Langyue held back her tears and kissed her son on the face again and again, "Alright, then let's go."

Oh. Tang Wulin sat down beside his father, looking at his face with some confusion

Tang Ziran smiled wryly and said, "These are all the abilities your father has. Over the past few years, I have worked hard to try to help you gather a little when the time comes. But you also need to put in your own effort. Do you still remember your Uncle Mangtian?"

Hmm. Máng Tiān nodded expressionlessly, then said to Láng Yuè: "Sister-in-law, you should go back first. Come to pick him up in two hours."

Alright. Dad, I am going to meditate now

Tang Ziran smiled and said, "Alright, then you can give it a try. If you find it unbearable, we won't go."

Father has limited abilities and earns a meager salary. He can manage to support our family, but now with Na'er added to the mix, as you can see, both of you little ones have quite an appetite. Therefore, when your soul power reaches level 10, it will be very difficult for Father to save enough money to buy even the lowest-level random soul spirit.

As soon as I reached the doorway, a strong metallic scent rushed towards me

Remember! Didn't he come to our house before?" In Tang Wulin's mind, the image of a somewhat fierce-looking, tall middle-aged man emerged

"Mom, why did you come to pick me up? Where is Na'er?" As soon as Tang Wulin stepped out of the school gate after class, he saw Lang Yue.

Tang Wulin returned to his room, but a drop of liquid fell onto Tang Ziran's shoulder. Tang Ziran turned to look, and behind him was his wife with tear-filled eyes

"Wait a moment." Tang Ziran called out to Tang Wulin

An evening of meditation made him increasingly feel a closeness to the Blue Silver Grass martial soul, to the extent that he developed a special fondness for the Blue Silver Grass itself

A trace of heartache flickered in Lang Yue's eyes as she quickly walked over to embrace her son

Father, what should I do?

Tang Ziran patted the chair beside him and said, "Come, sit down, Dad has something to discuss with you"

Langyue chuckled softly and said, "No matter how old you are, you are still my son. It is your mother who is sending you to Uncle Mingtian. Do you really want to learn forging?"

"No, I want to save money on my own," Tang Wulin said firmly

Tang Ziran said: "Your Uncle Ming Tian is an excellent blacksmith. Father has informed him about our situation, and he said he can offer you an apprenticeship opportunity. You will work for two hours each day; the first three months will be for learning, and after that, if you are able to forge some simple items, you can also earn a little money"

Every time a Soul Master reaches an integer level of ten in their training, they require a soul ring to complete their breakthrough. In the distant past, soul rings could be obtained by hunting soul beasts. However, after thousands of years of research, it has been discovered that soul spirits possess greater advantages than soul rings. High-level soul spirits can also exhibit growth potential and can be artificially manufactured to a certain extent. Soul spirits are essentially the spiritual existence of soul beasts. Different levels of soul spirits can grant a Soul Master one or more soul rings. For ordinary people, there is only one way to obtain a soul spirit, which is to purchase it from the Spirit Transmission Tower.

What happened, Dad

Aolai City is not large, and there is no need to use any form of transportation. Lang Yue led Tang Wulin for more than twenty minutes and arrived at a modest storefront.

A six-year-old child has a rather vague understanding of the concept of money. However, the reality of the situation is already presented before him

Tang Wulin is very intelligent, attentive in class, and has received praise from his teacher in cultural subjects

Tang Wulin nodded and said: "Yes! My father has said that a man should be self-reliant, and I want to earn my own money to buy a soul spirit"

"Uncle Mang Tian." He politely greeted this uncle whom he had met a few times before

The middle-aged man is tall and has dark skin, with a face adorned by a bushy beard that gives him a somewhat fierce appearance

Tang Wulin nodded and said: "I can do it! I will save money to buy a soul spirit myself"

Tang Ziran let out a light sigh, "It is truly difficult for the Blue Silver Grass martial soul to become a Soul Master; forging is a craft. Although Linlin is still young, this child has a strong character. Forging is not only about shaping metal, but it is also a process of tempering oneself. If he can truly persevere, not only will he have a means of livelihood when he grows up, but he will also be able to cultivate his character, which will be beneficial to him in every way and harmful in none. You know our situation; I fear that one day, we... Of course, it would be even better if Linlin could gain the recognition of Mang Tian. If he can truly persist, not only will he have a means of livelihood when he grows up, but he will also be able to cultivate his character, which will be beneficial to him in every way and harmful in none. You know our situation; I fear that one day, we... Of course, it would be even better if Linlin could gain the recognition of Mang Tian. His professional level is even higher than mine was back then."

"Wulin is still so young, why do you have to do this? If we save a little more, we should be able to help him save up for the spirit money." Langyue was choked with emotion, but she had never gone against her husband's wishes, yet this time...

The Soul Master class does not study Soul Master knowledge every day; rather, it alternates between one day of Soul Master knowledge and one day of cultural studies. Today is the day for cultural studies.

Brother Mangtian, I will trouble you then. Langyue looked at her son with some reluctance, wanting to say something, but ultimately bit her lip and held it back.

Tang Ziran looked at him with profound meaning and said, "Forging is a very arduous task. Are you truly capable of it?"

Mom, please put me down, I am already a big kid, how embarrassing it is for my classmates to see this

Tang Wulin listened to his father's words, momentarily lost in thought. He had indeed never considered this question before. Indeed! Soul Masters require soul rings, which can be obtained directly from soul beasts or acquired through the fusion of soul spirits. Now that soul beasts have become exceedingly rare, obtaining them has become extremely difficult. Thus, the only option left is to purchase soul spirits

There are two methods to obtain a soul spirit from the Spirit Tower. One method is for students with particularly outstanding martial souls and fast cultivation speeds, who can receive their first soul spirit for free. However, it is evident that your Blue Silver Grass does not qualify for this free opportunity. Therefore, the only option left is to purchase it.

Tang Wulin's eyes lit up, "I am willing, Dad, when can we start going?"

The exterior of the storefront appears somewhat worn, with the sign above displaying the five characters "Mangtian Studio"

Early the next morning, after bidding farewell to his mother and Na'er, Tang Wulin set off for school with great excitement

Langyue set her son down and squatted in front of him, saying: "Son, if you can't hold on any longer, don't force yourself. If it really doesn't work out, I will also find a job to help you save money to buy a soul spirit"