Chapter 130: Tang San's Dispirited

Chapter 130: Tang San's Dispirited

After the match, the Shrek team watched a few more matches, feeling even heavier at heart.

Perhaps it was because of the Heavenly Battle College's one-hit kill move that was too stunning. Other colleges also chose to showcase their strengths to a greater or lesser extent in the first match.

The already solemn atmosphere in the Shrek Academy, which had exposed a lot of their cards, became even more solemn.

The first day of the competition ended like this. Although some colleges still performed steadily, they all showed some strength today.

In the exclusive hotel of Shrek Academy, Tang San stared at his palms with a gloomy expression.

This match was a wake-up call for him. He had originally thought that even without the Jade Hand, Ghost Shadow, and Stealth Techniques, his strength would surpass that of other Soul Masters.

But the fact proved that he had thought too highly of himself. Without the Jade Hand, Ghost Shadow, Stealth Techniques, and various other skills, he was just an ordinary auxiliary Soul Master.

Moreover, because his martial soul was the Blue Silver Grass, his control ability was far inferior to that of others!

In today's match, he had overestimated his strength, thinking that he could control his opponent, but the Blue Silver Grass was even more fragile than he had imagined.

In order to start with a good sign and win the first match, they had to go all out. Although they barely won in the end, Dai Mubai and Tai Long, as the main attackers, had to use their third Soul skill.

Despite the eventual victory, it was laced with a sense of frustration.

Tang San took a deep breath and recalled the events that had transpired.

Before the start of the Young Soul Master Competition, he had already been confident of winning the championship, but reality had dealt a heavy blow to his arrogance.

He lowered his head dejectedly, pondering over the feelings that this competition had brought him.

Although Tang San never considered himself a genius, he just felt that he was luckier than others.

This competition not only made people doubt his strength but also completely crushed his self-esteem.

Tang San clenched his teeth and wanted to slap himself. How could he be so complacent? Knowing that his opponents were strong, he still disregarded them.

He was indeed more rational and possessed better leadership skills than his peers, but at the critical moment, his talents did not translate into true combat power.

Tang San wished he could have been more cautious at that time instead of squandering his strength. He wished he could start over, prepare well, and face the challenge seriously.

Just as Tang San was immersed in regret and self-blame, the door was pushed open.

It was Yu Xiaogang, who had considered Tang San's emotions.

Seeing Tang San's dispirited look, Yu Xiaogang sighed and sat down opposite him.

"Little San, it's already quite an achievement to win the first match under the gaze of so many people. Those who can compete in the Youth Soul Master Competition are no weaklings."

Yu Xiaogang said with a concerned look.

Tang San raised his head and looked at his master. During the match, he had seen his master's tense gaze more than once through his Purple Demon Eye.

He could imagine that his master must also be very disappointed now, as it was his own misjudgment that had put Shrek at a disadvantage in the following matches.

"Master, I was too arrogant. In the first match, I completely overestimated my abilities.

Because of my misjudgment, the others had to go all out and use their most powerful soul skills."

Yu Xiaogang shook his head at this, stroking Tang San's head, indicating that he should not blame himself for everything.

But this competition has undoubtedly given you a wake-up call, making you aware of the limitations of your strength.

This is the experience you truly need to absorb."

Tang San lowered his head, listening silently to his teacher's words. He knew that his teacher was right, but he still couldn't shake the sense of defeat within his heart.

Seeing that his student was still deep in thought, Yu Xiaogang continued, "Look, while this competition has given you some setbacks, it's these setbacks that will truly temper your heart.

I've always told you that talent alone is far from enough. What's crucial is to constantly strive and surpass yourself.

This competition is a great tempering for you, making you understand this point.

As for exposing your trump cards, to be honest, Soul Masters can only rely on a handful of soul skills, and they will eventually run out. As long as your mindset doesn't falter, there will always be more solutions than problems.

Teacher believes that you can create miracles."

Tang San lifted his head, a glimmer of hope flashing in his eyes.

"Teacher is right. I should indeed learn from this and seriously reflect on my shortcomings."

At the same time, his eyes sparkled with a hint of expectation. Indeed, he still had other trump cards up his sleeve!

Seeing the determination in Tang San's eyes, Yu Xiaogang was pleased and encouraged him, "Being self-confident is not scary. What's truly frightening is when you're unaware of your own flaws.

This competition has given you a taste of failure, which is undoubtedly a huge blow to a genius like you.

But I believe that as long as you learn from this lesson and reflect on your shortcomings, you will definitely achieve even more outstanding results in the future."

Feeling his teacher's concern and support, Tang San took a deep breath and gradually calmed down.

"Teacher, I understand. I will definitely reflect on the lessons from this competition and work hard to improve my strength. I will no longer overestimate myself and will face future battles with caution.

I will achieve even better results in the upcoming matches and prove that I am a truly outstanding Soul Master."

Hearing Tang San's firm resolution, Yu Xiaogang nodded in satisfaction. "This kid is so easily persuaded. A few words were all it took for him to convince himself."

"Good, I believe that you can do it.

However, always remember that even with your exceptional talent, you must remain humble and cherish what you have.

Only then can you truly grow into an outstanding Soul Master."

Tang San nodded solemnly, his heart slowly calming down.

He understood that today's competition had dealt him a heavy blow, but it had also given him a clearer understanding of his own strength.

From now on, he would work even harder, no longer underestimate his opponents, and face each team that took the field with a more cautious and careful attitude.

Just as Tang San was filled with fighting spirit, a figure suddenly appeared in his mind.

That young Soul King, only twenty-one years old, his ambition abruptly extinguished.

"Teacher, how should I face a Soul King who's only twenty-one years old?"

Yu Xiaogang, who had been about to leave after successfully persuading Tang San, paused upon hearing his words, his expression slightly startled.

(End of Chapter)

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