Chapter 48: Tang San Sees You Xing as a Path to Destruction, Yu Xiaogang Is Exposed and Loses Face

Tang San, initially angry, was taken aback when the girl he secretly admired stepped forward to criticize him. His emotions became disjointed.

If it had been anyone else, Tang San might have already shown his killing intent.

But Xiao Wu perfectly fit his aesthetic preference!

Even though his pure love mindset hadn't fully awakened, instinctively, he didn't want to think badly of such a delightful girl!

'This kind-hearted girl must have been misled by this scheming boy!'

Tang San immediately turned his glare to You Chen: 'This person has already chosen a path to destruction!'

You Chen could somewhat guess Tang San's thoughts, at least the part related to Yu Xiaogang.

As for the latter part, where Xiao Wu stepping forward marked him for death, even You Chen's wisdom couldn't unravel it.

Unaware of the metaphorical "death mark" above his head, You Chen silently mocked the situation internally.

'Honestly, Tang San is quite amusing.

He thinks Yu Xiaogang is competent just because he deduced his twin martial spirits from a piece of evidence?

Others might not know, but surely he knows his innate full soul power is cultivated from the Mysterious Heaven Skill?

Yu Xiaogang's deduction was just a lucky guess that matched the surface.

You, knowing your situation, should easily discern the flaws in Yu Xiaogang's words.

You even questioned Yu Xiaogang about exceptions, then immediately forgot your own words? Can you be more rational?

Surely you wouldn't kneel and acknowledge a teacher so hastily, considering how significant you think this decision is?

Even Yu Xiaogang, who has faced many setbacks, must be shocked at how easily he tricked such a disciple.'

You Chen's thoughts raced, quickly concluding his critique of Tang San's foolish actions.

Without meeting Tang San's gaze, he turned silently to Yu Xiaogang, whose expression was both grim and grateful.

The grimness was from You Chen revealing Yu Xiaogang's past embarrassments, and the gratitude was for his new talented disciple's defense of him.

But You Chen wouldn't let him enjoy this happiness.

He subtly smirked, looking directly at Yu Xiaogang, and said, "This classmate, if I have slandered him, why not ask him directly?"

Yu Xiaogang's face lost its color, leaving only a mix of anger and humiliation.

"Teacher?"

Tang San, taken aback, turned to Yu Xiaogang with a questioning look.

Yu Xiaogang sighed, admitting bitterly, "At least, regarding what he said, it's not slander."

Realizing he couldn't argue, he resorted to emotional appeal.

Emphasizing "this part" gave the impression of hidden truths.

But... was there a hidden truth?

Not at all!

This world was different from the original timeline.

If Yu Xiaogang had any semblance of a reputation in the original timeline, able to deceive a few, in this world, his reputation was utterly tarnished.

You Chen not only pointed out Yu Xiaogang's theft of Spirit Hall's knowledge and refuted his unrealistic theories, but also detailed potential dangers in those theories.

For instance, Yu Xiaogang's assertion of the best first ring age being 423 years was correct.

However, advising plant-type soul masters to absorb beast soul rings without considering compatibility could lead to fatal conflicts.

Ignoring the inherent compatibility of plant-type martial spirits with plant rings, absorbing a conflicting beast ring could drastically lower the soul master's capacity, leading to a fatal explosion.

Yu Xiaogang's mixing of verified knowledge with untested theories, akin to mixing lies with truths, easily misled people.

Many almost died or lost loved ones due to this.

Without You Chen's backing, those without proper education wouldn't know it was Yu Xiaogang's fault. But now, it's different.

Naturally, they began to denounce Yu Xiaogang.

And this wasn't the only issue tarnishing Yu Xiaogang's reputation.

"Teacher..." Tang San, looking at Yu Xiaogang, hoped for a strong rebuttal to You Chen's claims to save face.

However, Yu Xiaogang could only feel his face flush with embarrassment.

Since being publicly shamed by You Chen years ago, Yu Xiaogang once again faced a social death.

He dared not meet Tang San's gaze, turning instead to You Chen, "Who exactly are you!?"

He couldn't believe an eight or nine-year-old knew so much, so thoroughly.

Even if Yu Xiaogang was infamous, it shouldn't be known in such detail by a child!

Yu Xiaogang suspected ulterior motives.

You Chen smiled slightly, a rare expression that even made Xiao Wu suspect he'd been possessed.

He declared, "My teacher—You Chen!"

Upon hearing You Chen's proud tone, Xiao Wu nodded in understanding. Mentioning You Chen made it unsurprising.

Yu Xiaogang's face turned pale at the name, synonymous with "the god of theory," unable to speak.

You Chen sharply turned to Tang San, grinning, "As I mentioned, the one who refuted Yu Xiaogang at age 12!"

Xiao Wu, surprised, realized the seemingly gentle uncle was quite formidable.

Ignoring Tang San's sour expression, You Chen continued, "You're young, inexperienced, and haven't read many theoretical works, so being deceived by Yu Xiaogang isn't surprising. However, you've just acknowledged him as your teacher. Knowing this, it's not too late to reconsider."

Young, inexperienced... Only You Chen and Tang San knew the impact of these words on Tang San.

But this emotional wound was insignificant compared to the insult to his teacher!

Tang San thought.

"Once a teacher, forever a father!"

Tang San clenched his fists, sternly declaring, "No matter what you say, I have only one teacher!"

"Xiao San!"

Yu Xiaogang, eyes brimming with tears, looked at Tang San.

He thought he'd lost his only chance to vindicate himself, his precious research material slipping away. But now, seeing Tang San's unwavering loyalty, he felt an overwhelming gratitude.

"That's all I have to say. Take care. Xiao Wu, let's go."

You Chen, witnessing the touching scene between teacher and student, shook his head as if helpless and left.

But this outcome was exactly as he anticipated.

Given Tang San's personality, such provocation would only solidify his resolve to keep his promise.

Tang San wouldn't realize his misplaced confidence, thinking Yu Xiaogang truly saw through his twin martial spirits, believing in his teacher's hidden talent.

There was no need to rush.

You Chen hadn't even seen Tang San's martial spirits, so any information he had was speculative.

Once Tang San absorbed a soul ring based on Yu Xiaogang's theories, revealing the truth about his misguided path to Tang San would be much more impactful...

Ah, no, hold it in, can't laugh yet, not yet!

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