Ao Tian's group glanced at Oscar with faint interest, then continued eating breakfast, ignoring him.
Oscar's face turned slightly awkward, but he immediately remembered the advice Dai Mubai had given him: being thick-skinned. Regardless of the situation or stage, he needed a thick skin to have a chance.
Xiao Wu and Gu Yuena sat on either side of Ao Tian, while Ning Rongrong and Zhu Zhuqing sat across from them. After getting his breakfast, Oscar mustered up the courage to sit next to Ning Rongrong.
Oscar's appearance today was exceptionally neat, and he was even wearing a brand-new set of clothes. He had kept this outfit stored away and didn't want to wear it, but for his own love life, he decided to put it on.
Oscar's looks were even better than Dai Mubai's, and with careful grooming, he seemed to be catching up to Ao Tian. Of course, in terms of temperament, he was still far behind Ao Tian.
After sitting down, Oscar's nose twitched, catching a faint fragrance emanating from Ning Rongrong. He felt a surge of excitement.
This was his first time pursuing a girl, so he naturally felt both nervous and excited.
But when he thought about the valuable experience Dai Mubai had given him, he slowly relaxed.
With Dai Mubai, the master of romance, as his backup, what did he have to worry about? As long as he wasn't nervous and followed Dai Mubai's experience, he was sure to succeed.
Ning Rongrong furrowed her brows and shifted slightly towards Zhu Zhuqing, saying to Oscar, "Why are you sitting next to me?"
Oscar flashed a charming smile and said, "We're all classmates, and we'll soon be fighting side by side. I think we all need to get to know each other better, so we can better deal with the dangers inside the Star Dou Forest."
Ning Rongrong coldly snorted and said, "That's what you think, not what I think. A creepy guy like you, what help can you give to the team?"
Ning Rongrong's first impression of him was already bad and combined with the fact that Oscar was Dai Mubai and Ma Hongjun's companion. She had already developed a strong aversion to those two. Naturally, she lumped Oscar together with them.
Oscar wasn't easily discouraged by Ning Rongrong's harsh words. He continued to smile and said, "Do you know the effects of my sausages? Not only can they fill your stomach, but the Big Recovery Sausage can also heal and restore physical strength. The Small Detoxifying Sausage can detoxify, and its effects are proportional to my soul power."
Tang San, who was sitting on Oscar's other side, couldn't help but exclaim, "Shrek Academy really is full of monsters. According to what Dai Mubai said, you're even a Food System Spirit Master with innate full soul power. Apart from you, there probably isn't a second one on the entire Douluo Continent."
Hearing Tang San's praise, Oscar's face lit up with joy. However, his words were still very humble. He said, "Where, compared to you guys, I'm far behind."
Upon hearing that Oscar had innate full soul power, both Ning Rongrong and Zhu Zhuqing were shocked. With their knowledge, they understood just how rare it was for a Food System Spirit Master to have innate full soul power. It was almost impossible, yet here was one in front of them.
Ning Rongrong glanced at Oscar and noticed the smug look on his face. She immediately grew less fond of him and sarcastically remarked, "You're right. You're indeed far behind us. Look at Ao Tian, Gu Yuena, and Xiao Wu. They're only twelve years old and already at level 31. Even Tang San and Zhu Zhuqing have reached the thirtieth level. I heard you're already fourteen. May I ask, what level are you now?"
Oscar could no longer maintain his composure. A look of embarrassment appeared on his face as he said, "I'm currently at level twenty-nine, and I'll soon reach level thirty. It's widely known that Food System Spirit Masters face higher difficulties in cultivation compared to other systems."
Tang San nodded, "That's correct. Cultivation for Food System Spirit Masters is indeed more challenging than for others. Oscar being able to reach level twenty-nine at fourteen years old is considered a genius among all Spirit Masters, not to mention he's a Food System Spirit Master."
Tang San had studied under Master for six years and had some knowledge in various areas. Although he found Oscar's Spirit Abilities a bit repulsive, he still appreciated Oscar's talent.
Upon hearing Tang San once again defend his face, Oscar couldn't help but give him a grateful look. Whether it was intentional or not, Tang San had helped him.
Ning Rongrong didn't refute Tang San's words because what he said was true.
Oscar continued, "I guess you guys have never been to the Star Dou Forest, right? I've been there a few times. It's an amazing place. It's the cradle of spirit beasts and a favorite place for powerful Spirit Masters. Any Spirit Master who spends time there can find the most suitable spirit ring for themselves."
Tang San had indeed never been to the Star Dou Forest, and he was now listening attentively. Even Ning Rongrong, although she had some knowledge of the forest, became more serious in her demeanor.
Oscar secretly glanced at Ning Rongrong and noticed her serious expression. Encouraged, he spoke more enthusiastically, sharing his past experiences training in the forest under Zhao Wuji's guidance, alongside Dai Mubai and Ma Hongjun. He talked about how they cooperated to hunt spirit beasts and what to watch out for...
This was the second valuable piece of advice Dai Mubai had given Oscar: showcase your broad knowledge in front of girls. As long as the girl is intrigued, you're on the right track.
In summary, it meant being knowledgeable and articulate.
Oscar was speaking so fervently that even Tang San was listening seriously. Ning Rongrong's eating pace also slowed down significantly.
Suddenly, there was a loud bang. Xiao Wu slapped the table with force, stood up, and said angrily, "I'm full."
After saying that, she strode out of the cafeteria.
Everyone, except for Ao Tian and Gu Yuena, was startled by Xiao Wu's sudden outburst. They didn't understand why she was getting angry.
Both Ao Tian and Gu Yuena stood up without saying a word, following Xiao Wu out.
Zhu Zhuqing didn't hesitate either. Since Xiao Wu had left, what was she still doing here?
Ning Rongrong glanced at Oscar and followed suit.
Although she had never been to the Star Dou Forest, there was a lot of information about it in the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan. She had also heard stories about the forest from the two Titled Douluo grandfathers since she was a child.
She had just found Oscar's adventurous stories to be something she hadn't heard from her grandfathers, which made it seem fresh to her. It wasn't that she was particularly curious.
In her eyes, this still didn't change the fact that Oscar was creepy.
Oscar was getting more and more excited as he spoke. This sudden turn of events left him momentarily stunned, and his previously enthusiastic expression deflated.
Seeing Oscar's deflated look, Tang San couldn't help but ask, "Are you really planning to pursue Ning Rongrong?"
Oscar nodded and said, "My dad had me when he was only forty, and here I am at fourteen, still not having even touched a girl's hand. Do you think I'm a failure?"
Tang San couldn't help but be amused by Oscar's words and asked, "Is your sole purpose in life to pursue women? There are plenty of people under the sky who haven't dated a girl by the age of fourteen. You shouldn't be ashamed of it."
He put down his chopsticks, stood up, and said, "Oscar, let me give you some well-intentioned advice. If I were you, I would work hard to become strong, rather than just daydreaming. Once you become powerful, everything else will become easier."