Chapter 598: Immortal Teacher

“I know that,” Luo Feng nodded. Having someone live with him and guide him constantly was rare, as even apprenticeships rarely involved a teacher staying with a disciple all the time. It was a precious opportunity he naturally recognized.

“That’s obvious to anyone,” Zhenyan said from the screen, unable to resist adding, “But there’s also a trick to choosing a teacher.”

“A trick?” Luo Feng asked, puzzled.

From what he knew, wasn’t it simply a matter of submitting an application stating one’s preferences, such as a teacher skilled in the ‘Law of Gold’ and ‘Spatial Law,’ or one experienced in mental-force weaponry? The minimum requirement for a teacher to an Original Secret Realm member was an ‘Immortal of Marquis Rank.’

Though ‘Immortal of King Rank’ or ‘Cosmic Sovereign’-level figures could also provide personal guidance, whether they were willing was another matter entirely. The Virtual Universe Company couldn’t force such high-ranking individuals. Even someone like Zhenyan couldn’t stay by Luo Feng’s side constantly.

Therefore, teachers were usually Immortals of Marquis Rank.

“Of course there’s a trick,” Zhenyan smiled. “I know you really want a teacher skilled in combining the Laws of Gold and Space.”

Luo Feng nodded.

“But there are plenty of Immortal deities like that!” Zhenyan continued. “The Virtual Universe Company can just send one over, and you have to accept whoever they send. So how do you find the best and most suitable teacher? That’s where I come in.”

One could have many teachers, but their statuses varied.

For example, those formally apprenticed to were much closer, like Zhenyan himself. Then there were those who simply taught public lectures; Luo Feng might attend their classes, but the relationship would naturally be more distant. Similarly, teachers assigned by the Virtual Universe Company who lived in the estate and guided Luo Feng were also close, though Luo Feng didn’t have to formally bow to them.

“You’ll write an application later,” Zhenyan smiled, “and after your normal request, add one sentence: say that you deeply admire the Immortal deity ‘Bubulu’ and sincerely hope that Bubulu will be your teacher.”

“Bubulu?” Luo Feng immediately understood this must be someone powerful.

“Will writing that make it approved?” Luo Feng asked, doubtful.

Assigning an Immortal deity teacher required their consent.

“I’ll handle that,” Zhenyan laughed heartily.

“Thank you, Teacher,” Luo Feng felt deeply moved.

That’s what a teacher was.

In the universe, the bond between master and apprentice often surpassed blood ties. Because the longer one lived—say, for billions of years—even the most capable could only extend their loved ones’ lives for a thousand eras. Eventually, those closest would die one by one. Distant descendants, separated by countless generations, might only meet a few times before aging and dying themselves.

How could such relationships compare to that of master and apprentice?

A teacher taught a disciple, and as the disciple grew stronger, they might even become a powerful ally to the teacher.

For someone like Zhenyan to meticulously plan each step for his disciple, it was clear that his affection for Luo Feng was extraordinary.

…

That very day, Luo Feng immediately sent an application email, following Zhenyan’s instructions. He first described his requirements, then added words of admiration for the Immortal deity “Bubulu.” In truth, before his teacher mentioned it, Luo Feng had never even heard of Bubulu.

“Bubulu?”

“According to the teacher, Bubulu is an Immortal of Marquis Rank, but his actual combat strength is nearly at the level of an Immortal of King Rank,” Luo Feng mused. A powerful Immortal deity capable of rivaling a King-Rank was a major figure in the universe. The one who had killed his former teacher, Huyan Bo, had also been a being of similar strength.

And now, such a figure would reside in his own estate, personally guiding him?

…

On the third day, Luo Feng received a reply: the Immortal deity Bubulu of Marquis Rank had agreed to become Luo Feng’s teacher.

…

About ten days later, Bubulu finally arrived at Luo Feng’s estate.

At the main entrance of the estate, Luo Feng stood beside the bald man Dylan, waiting quietly for Bubulu’s arrival.

“He’s here,” Dylan murmured softly.

“Ah?” Luo Feng immediately focused his gaze. In the distance, a golden streak of light tore across the sky before landing before him, revealing the figure of a short, muscular dwarf with wild, unkempt hair. He radiated a faint smell of alcohol, his eyes calm but occasionally flashing with a wild intensity.

Luo Feng’s heart stirred.

Bubulu?

This dwarf barely over five feet tall?

Though the thought briefly crossed his mind, Luo Feng remained respectfully deferential. A teacher was different from a bodyguard leader. An Immortal deity of Marquis Rank held an extremely high status. Although Luo Feng’s status as an Original Secret Realm member allowed him to speak as an equal, he still had no ability to overpower such a being.

“You’re Luo Feng?” the dwarf asked, glancing at him.

“Luo Feng greets Teacher Bubulu,” Luo Feng bowed respectfully.

“Hmph, at least you’re polite,” the dwarf muttered, then turned his gaze to Dylan, who also quickly bowed. “Greetings, Lord Bubulu.”

Dylan’s strength was formidable, nearly at Marquis Rank or barely reaching it.

But Bubulu was an Immortal capable of rivaling a King-Rank. The gap between them was like heaven and earth.

“Zhenyan really dotes on his little apprentice,” the dwarf muttered, then strode into the estate. Luo Feng and Dylan followed closely behind.

“I’m not really good at teaching apprentices,” the dwarf said loudly as he walked, though only Luo Feng and Dylan could hear him. The distant crowd of Monarchs, Domain Lords, and Cosmic-level guards heard nothing at all.

“My specialty is claw techniques!” the dwarf declared casually. “So I’ll use claw techniques to help you understand the Spatial Fundamental Law, the Gold Fundamental Law, and how to combine them.”

“Yes, Teacher,” Luo Feng replied respectfully.

Claw techniques?

The Golden-Horned Giant Beast’s ultimate secret move was the “Sky-Tearing Claw.” Based on the inheritance memory of the Golden-Horned Beast, combined with the ancient images and the ancient aura hidden within the Beast God Statue, the claw techniques were actually Luo Feng’s strongest skill, surpassing even his mental-force weaponry or blade techniques.

Of course, using claw techniques in his human form was somewhat inferior, but with his solid foundation, he was still an expert in claw techniques.

“Oh?” The dwarf looked at Luo Feng, finally showing a smile. “Mm, not bad. Obedient and smart. I like that. Come on, take me to your training ground. I’ll test your foundation and see how deep your understanding of the Laws is. I’ll also check if you’ve taken any detours. Although, considering you’ve been under Zhenyan, you probably haven’t strayed too far.”

“Yes, Teacher,” Luo Feng immediately led the way toward the training hall.

…

Inside the training hall.

The dwarf Bubulu and Luo Feng stood within.

“Simulate a starry scene,” Bubulu ordered. Luo Feng immediately complied, and the entire training hall transformed into an infinite expanse of cosmic stars. Of course, since the actual space of the training hall was limited, Luo Feng could only move freely within a radius of a few hundred kilometers.

The dwarf Bubulu and Luo Feng stood amidst the stars.

“Go!”

Bubulu commanded. Luo Feng immediately transformed into a blur, unleashing his claw techniques across the starry expanse.

Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!

His fingers curled like claws, his figure ghostlike, like a beast wildly slashing through the air. His claws tore at the fabric of space itself. The sharp, powerful slashes even produced dazzling golden claws—massive, golden claws howling through the cosmic starfield.

“This—” Bubulu had initially been quite casual, but as he watched, astonishment spread across his face.

After a moment, Luo Feng reappeared as a golden streak beside Bubulu.

“Please, Teacher, give your critique,” Luo Feng bowed respectfully.

“You know claw techniques too?” Bubulu looked at Luo Feng, his eyes now filled with a hint of affection. For a supreme expert, finding a suitable apprentice was difficult. Before arriving, Bubulu had reviewed Luo Feng’s records. Knowing that Luo Feng was a mental-force user, he hadn’t been particularly eager to take him on.

But with Zhenyan personally intervening…

Though proud, Bubulu still dared not show arrogance before someone like Zhenyan, a being considered among the pinnacle of Immortals of King Rank and nearly at the level of a Cosmic Sovereign. Moreover, Bubulu had a favor to ask of Zhenyan, so after their conversation, he had agreed.

Even if Luo Feng was a mental-force user, he would still teach him!

But now, discovering that Luo Feng actually excelled in claw techniques, Bubulu felt a genuine willingness to take him on.

“You’ve put effort into close combat as well,” Luo Feng said.

“No wonder Zhenyan values you so highly,” Bubulu chuckled. “Progressing this rapidly in less than two hundred years, and even mastering close combat? Your claw techniques are truly impressive.”

“They still fall short of Kurofu’s,” Luo Feng replied.

“Different!”

Bubulu shook his head. “I’ve gathered some information and watched some of your videos. I know Kurofu—his claw techniques are indeed formidable, but his path is flawed!”

“Hmm?” Luo Feng was puzzled.

“Your claw techniques, however, are full of potential,” Bubulu said, looking at Luo Feng with satisfaction. “I have no need to correct your techniques at all. Since you already know claw techniques, it’ll be easier for you to learn. From now on, I’ll teach you a secret claw technique I created myself—the ‘Three Thousand Starry Skies.’ Through this technique, you’ll deeply understand the Laws of Gold and Space.”

“Yes, Teacher!” Luo Feng respectfully acknowledged.

“Hmph!” Bubulu nodded in satisfaction.

Originally, due to Zhenyan’s involvement, Bubulu had thought he only needed to be slightly serious. But seeing a prodigy so perfectly suited to claw techniques stirred his heart. He had immediately decided to pass on his famous secret technique, “Three Thousand Starry Skies,” right from the start.

What Bubulu didn’t know was…

Luo Feng’s claw techniques were actually inherited from the Beast God Statue lineage, following the true path!

…

From that day onward, Luo Feng dedicated half of his consciousness to studying with the dwarf Bubulu. After each lesson, he further refined his understanding by having the Golden-Horned Beast within his inner world continue its cultivation. This greatly impressed Bubulu, as Luo Feng’s comprehension and progress were astonishing.

The remaining half of his consciousness continued to pursue the inheritance of the Demon-Sound Divine General.