"Therefore, the Single-Attribute Fusion Stream has become the most core component of the Fusion Stream. Its method of tempering a Martial Soul can be coordinated with the Extreme Stream as well as the Dual-Attribute Fusion Stream."
"This allows the vast majority of Martial Souls in the world to follow the Fusion Stream, directly manifesting the inclusivity and diversity of the Fusion Stream."
As she finished speaking, Xu Lin gradually relaxed.
The most difficult part of the lecture was over. From here on, not only could the students listen with less strain, but she, as their teacher, could also speak more freely.
She smiled with genuine interest and added, "However, precisely because the Single-Attribute Fusion Stream bridges the gap between the Fusion and Extreme Streams, a rivalry between the two ideologies began to emerge from that point onward."
"The Extreme Stream believes that this Single-Attribute Fusion Stream is essentially a technique for Martial Soul evolution and refinement. Its core philosophy lies in the transformation of the Martial Soul's origin."
"Which doesn't reflect much in the direction of acquiring soul skills or overall cultivation paths. Generally, it requires choosing the path of the Extreme Stream as a complement."
"Furthermore, while this Single-Attribute Fusion method embodies the characteristics of fused attributes, it was originally derived from the Extreme Stream's method of evolving ordinary Beast Martial Souls into Soul Beast Martial Souls."
"Therefore, the Single-Attribute Fusion Stream should be classified as a branch of the Extreme Stream. The Extreme Stream is the true, orthodox school."
"The Fusion Stream, however, argues that their path possesses obvious diversity and immense inclusivity. When walking the path of Single-Attribute Fusion, one can cooperate with the Extreme Stream or choose Dual-Attribute Fusion."
"This suggests that the Extreme Stream has already been encompassed by the Fusion Stream. The fact that Single-Attribute Fusion was born from the Extreme Stream only proves that the Extreme Stream contained certain Fusion concepts without even realizing it."
"Although the Extreme Stream has a longer history, it will eventually be integrated into the Fusion Stream. The Fusion Stream is the most sophisticated cultivation style in the world of Soul Masters."
Heh, Ling Xiao couldn't help but shake his head and let out a silent laugh.
It seemed that no matter what world it was, ideological disputes were inevitable regarding important matters. He didn't personally care which school was "best." To Ling Xiao, the one most suited to himself was the best.
Moreover, having gained a general understanding of the Extreme and Fusion Streams, he felt that—setting other Martial Souls aside—
For a top-tier Martial Soul as naturally powerful as his Profound Sky Axe, choosing the traditional Extreme Stream offered the best cost-to-performance ratio and the easiest path to becoming a powerhouse.
After all, the Fusion Stream had been around for too short a time; its accumulated experience couldn't compare to the Extreme Stream. While the diversity of the Fusion Stream was a strength, it also brought a weakness.
It was easy to lead a Martial Soul astray during the cultivation process. If the effect of absorbing a soul ring went wrong, it would be a tragic waste. Most importantly, his Profound Sky Axe was appearing in the Soul Master world for the first time.
There was essentially no prior experience to reference.
Choosing the Fusion Stream carried a certain level of risk. For those with non-top-tier Martial Souls, because they weren't as extremely powerful as the elite ones.
The choice between Fusion or Extreme would have to be judged based on specific circumstances. The diversity and inclusivity of the Fusion Stream were undeniable and highly versatile.
Furthermore, because of the Fusion Stream's influence, the Extreme Stream now had to be divided into the "Traditional Extreme Stream" and the "New-Style Extreme Stream."
The latter, which required the coordination of Single-Attribute Fusion, added even more variables. Greater variables meant a wider range between the upper and lower limits of potential.
Which path was better or most appropriate required a case-by-case analysis.
Just as Ling Xiao was lost in thought, a bell suddenly rang out, startling many of the students who were deep in reflection—and those who had drifted off to sleep.
Hearing the bell, Xu Lin said, "Alright students, class is dismissed. I have finished covering the bulk of the content regarding Combat Martial Souls. This afternoon, we will discuss Support Martial Souls, which is a simpler topic. You may all head out now to move around and get some food. See you then."
With that, she turned and left the classroom, leaving behind a sea of students.
Ling Xiao stretched his limbs to relax his body.
Seeing Xu Yu beside him still wearing a deep frown, he reached out and patted his shoulder.
"Alright, Xu Yu, stop scowling. It doesn't matter if there are parts you didn't understand; plenty of people in class are in the same boat. Just by listening seriously, you've already outperformed most of them."
Seeing Xu Yu nod with a slightly bitter expression, Ling Xiao felt a twinge of guilt.
If he didn't have the advantage of his mental age, he would have understood half of this lesson at most—and probably would have fallen asleep halfway through. He certainly couldn't have stayed as focused as Xu Yu.
"Let's go eat," he said, preparing to say goodbye to Hu Liena and the others before leaving.
But before he could speak, Hu Liena said to him, "Ling Xiao, come eat with us in a bit. My brother specifically asked me to invite you. We aren't eating at the cafeteria; Yan is treating us this time!"
Hm, Yan is treating? Ling Xiao hesitated for a moment upon hearing this.
This was a good opportunity.
His primary goal was to cultivate well and become a member of the Golden Generation in the future.
Beyond that, he didn't want to fight alone.
Building a good relationship with the original trio of the Golden Generation was quite important, so he decided to accept. He turned to look at Xu Yu with an apologetic expression.
It wasn't that he didn't want to bring Xu Yu along, but it wasn't appropriate right now, and Xu Yu would likely feel out of place if he went.
Seeing this, Xu Yu immediately said, "It's fine, Ling Xiao. You go ahead with them."
Nodding, Ling Xiao left the classroom with Hu Liena and the others.
After exiting the teaching building, led by Hu Liena, they walked toward the academy gates. Along the way, Ling Xiao looked at Tuoba Yu'er, who was walking with them, and asked curiously, "Student Tuoba, would you mind telling me what your Martial Soul is?"
Facing Ling Xiao's curiosity, Tuoba Yu'er didn't hide anything. She smiled and said, "You are Nana's friend, so you can just call me Yu'er. My Martial Soul is called the White Armored Holy Dragon."
"According to my father, it is a type of Holy Dragon among the True Dragons. Although it isn't as powerful as the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon, it ranks in the middle tier among the Holy Dragon types."
The White Armored Holy Dragon, a Holy Dragon type...
Hearing these names, Ling Xiao couldn't help but feel a secret wave of confusion.
He suddenly realized he had very little knowledge regarding the Dragon-type Martial Souls of the Douluo Continent. The tiny bit of information he did have came from that fellow Yu Xiaogang—
Though it seemed most of the content obtained from him was useless.
Suppressing his doubts, Ling Xiao didn't press for details. Judging by Tuoba Yu'er's demeanor, she didn't seem to know much more either; she likely just heard her father mention it in passing.
After walking for a while, Ling Xiao spotted Xie Yue and Yan in the distance at the gates. Both of them were wearing their school uniforms today and were waiting for them.
Seeing his sister approaching with the others, Xie Yue broke into a smile and stepped forward with Yan to meet them.
"Miss Tuoba, a pleasure to meet you," Xie Yue said politely to Tuoba Yu'er.