Unlucky!!!
Transmigrating into Huo Yuhao was bad enough, but why, upon arriving in the Douluo Continent, did I end up drawing the [Tang San Template], of all things?
"Could this also be part of that person's arrangement?"
In a firewood room within the White Tiger Duke's residence, Huo Yuhao couldn't help but shiver, feeling a chill run down his spine.
Staring at the transparent panel before him, he could hardly believe his eyes. It felt like the most unfortunate thing in life was having his cheat system draw the Tang San Template.
[Name: Huo Yuhao]
[Spirit Soul: Spirit Eye]
[Cultivation: Level 10 Soul Power]
[Template: Tang San Template (Click to Roll Dice)]
The template could be rolled ten times a day.
It had been almost a year since he transmigrated into Huo Yuhao. In his previous life, as a Chinese animation YouTuber, he had once ranked a certain "Hydrogen God King" at the 100 millionth spot in a power ranking of all fantasy protagonists across the internet. Shortly after, he inexplicably found himself transmigrated to the Douluo Continent.
When he first arrived, his mother, Huo Yun'er, had already passed away. The heart-wrenching grief was all too real. From that moment on, while enduring the Duchess's intermittent oppression, he had been planning his trip to the Star Dou Great Forest, all while cultivating and rolling the dice.
Over the course of nearly a year, he had rolled the dice over three thousand times, obtaining templates of various characters from anime, history, and fantasy.
However, he had never rolled a template of any character with the surnames "Xiao," "Ye," "Shi," or "Han."
Instead, he kept getting templates of minor characters who wouldn't survive past three episodes.
That was bad enough, but today, he actually rolled a template with the surname "Tang." How utterly infuriating.
"This level of misfortune is truly eye-opening."
Huo Yuhao couldn't help but rub his temples, feeling overwhelmed. When the panel had flashed with a Buddhist light earlier, he had thought he had finally rolled the template of some outstanding figure, filled with anticipation.
However, as the light faded.
His hopeful expression froze as the panel displayed the words "Tang San Template" in bold letters.
"About Me Transmigrating to Douluo and Drawing the Tang San Template"
No way!
This template was absolutely unacceptable!
The moment Huo Yuhao saw the template, he felt extremely uncomfortable. He quickly muttered, "All evil, begone!" and rolled again.
Focusing his mind on the dice, the template changed.
[Template: Grey Wolf Template (From Green Grassland)]
Huo Yuhao was stunned. The image of a scruffy, scar-faced wolf flashed through his mind. This character exuded a unique wolf-like charm, with immeasurable strength. He had once used the phrase "I love frying pans" to effortlessly hurl a 1000-ton iron block, a feat that would easily surpass the 54-ton Sea God Trident.
However, if given the choice, he would prefer to roll a human template.
Roll again!
[Template: Lü Bu Template (From the Late Eastern Han Dynasty)]
Huo Yuhao's eyes lit up as he considered a possibility.
"If it's the mythical version of Lü Bu, there might be some potential."
Unfortunately, after checking the panel's description of the Lü Bu Template, he realized it wasn't the mythical version but the historical Marquis Wen Lü Bu.
Not quite suitable, so he rolled again!
Then, Huo Yuhao rolled the [Conan Template].
"Seriously?"
Huo Yuhao was truly speechless. If he had rolled the Conan Template before his mother's death, he would have suspected the template's "death god" trait was at play.
"The truth is only one. Who else could be behind this scheme?"
...
The next few rolls were equally disappointing, all featuring minor characters—either failures who couldn't overcome setbacks or small-time villains who got slapped in the face.
"This is just too unlucky."
Huo Yuhao's expectations weren't for a T0 or T1 level template like those of someone who had their bones dug out and was on the brink of death.
Even a mundane template of someone who was "dumped, fell from genius, and had enemies who loved to cackle" would suffice.
Or perhaps a template of someone who was "extremely cautious, wouldn't engage unless they had a 98% chance of winning, and always liked to retreat behind others" would be acceptable.
Huo Yuhao felt a bit frustrated in his heart.
Today, he only had one last chance to roll for a template. A thoughtful expression appeared on his youthful face.
"Could it be that these Blue Silver Grass on the wall are affecting my luck?"
He noticed the Blue Silver Grass on the firewood shed's wall. Without hesitation, he found a ladder, climbed up, and completely uprooted the grass, tossing it into the stove to burn.
After a short while, he had eradicated the grass on the wall.
Huo Yuhao, full of anticipation, rubbed his hands together.
Roll!
A flash of golden light, and the template changed!
[Template: Flame Emperor Template (from The Great Ruler - Great Thousand World)]
Joy surged in Huo Yuhao's eyes, and he was immediately delighted.
Good, good!!
No time to mourn the Sea God Tang San Template. Next up is the template of the Lord of the Endless Fire Domain, the Saint Grade Heavenly Supreme Peak, the Flame Emperor from the Great Thousand World.
Compared to the templates he had rolled before, this Flame Emperor Template was undoubtedly a golden legend.
After rolling for almost a year, day after day, heaven finally rewarded his perseverance!
He had luckily rolled the Flame Emperor Template.
This was an old-timer in the transmigration world.
The Flame Emperor might not rank particularly high among the top-tier protagonists in the fantasy genre, but against the Sea God Tang San, he would definitely have the upper hand.
Moreover, the Otherworldly Flame wasn't afraid of Blue Silver Entanglement.
After rolling over three thousand times, Huo Yuhao decided to stop.
He didn't plan to continue gambling. If he missed this Flame Emperor Template and didn't get a good one for several more years, by then, the Tang Godking's taming plan might have gone through several revisions.
"This template it is!"
With a thought, Huo Yuhao locked in this template.
[Congratulations on obtaining the inheritance template: Flame Emperor Template]
[Panel Introduction: As the title suggests.]
[Inheritor Introduction: Please have some self-awareness. What's there to introduce? You and the Flame Emperor are at a 1:9 ratio. One punch from the Flame Emperor, and you're in the underworld.]
[Keep it up, young man. We look forward to the day when you can go toe-to-toe with the Flame Emperor.]
Heh, this introduction is quite interesting.
Compared to the original Huo Yuhao, who was clearly a child of destiny but ended up being tamed and used as a stepping stone for the deceased wife of the Godking, Huo Yuhao, after obtaining the Flame Emperor Template, undoubtedly raised his future potential several times over.
The days of the Wrath of the Buddha Fire Lotus bringing peace to the Buddha were now within reach.
Thinking of this, Huo Yuhao felt quite pleased.
Just as he was considering when to visit the Star Dou Forest to discuss ideals with the big bug, he suddenly heard a commotion coming from the courtyard nearby.
Huo Yuhao recognized one of the voices—it was his younger brother, Dai Loli.
"Y-you, what do you want?"
"The mistress has ordered that to prevent you from slacking in your cultivation, we are to discipline the boy in the firewood shed every three days and you every five days. Today is your turn."
"But didn't she say she would only hit me once each time she saw me? I've been avoiding her all day."
"No, no, no. The mistress meant that each time she sees you, she will discipline you once more, in addition to the regular discipline every five days."
Huo Yuhao arrived at the courtyard and looked up to see a tall and imposing guard from the Duke's mansion, fierce and menacing, with a vicious look in his eyes.
Huo Yuhao held a wooden stick in his right hand, rhythmically tapping it against his left palm as he slowly approached his younger sister, Dai Loli.
At the same time, four options appeared before him.
[Option 1: Go up and educate the guard on the White Tiger Duke's family rules: "A guard who oversteps their authority can be beaten to death." Reward: Breath of Fire Palm (Mystic Tier Low Grade)]
[Option 2: Turn around and leave. Reward: Yan Emperor's initial exclusive treatment (Soul Power reduced to Level 3, vow to never bully the young and poor)]
[Option 3: Pull Dai Loli behind you and say to the guard, "I'll take the beating for her." Reward: Yan Emperor's classic black robe.]
[Option 4: Slowly walk up to the guard, lean in close to his ear, and whisper, "The White Tiger Duke has returned." Reward: Eight Extremities Explosion (Mystic Tier High Grade)]
Huo Yuhao glanced over the four options.
Hmm... Choosing Option 1 to educate the guard about the "overstepping authority equals death" rule would most likely trigger the guard's rage, resulting in him getting beaten up first.
Moreover, its reward wasn't as good as Option 4.
Option 1 was out of the question.
Option 2 reduced his Soul Power to Level 3, which was a complete trap. Pass.
As for Option 3, it only rewarded a black robe with no practical use, so it was immediately excluded.
Besides, taking a beating for someone else? He, the chosen one, the great Huo Yuhao, didn't look like a fool, did he?
Huo Yuhao indignantly chose Option 4, then walked toward the guard with a warm, neighborly smile on his face.
The guard, seeing Huo Yuhao daring to approach him, paused the wooden stick in his hand, a strange expression on his face.
"Don't worry, your turn to be disciplined isn't for another couple of days."
Huo Yuhao maintained his shy smile and spoke softly.
"Uncle Guard, let me tell you a secret. It'll make you jump with joy."
"Huh? What are you talking about?" The guard looked puzzled.
Huo Yuhao stepped closer, stood on his tiptoes, and gently leaned in toward the guard's ear.
"The White Tiger Duke has returned."
"What?!!"
The guard's face turned pale with shock, and he leaped backward several steps in a panic.
Then, slightly bowing his head, he clasped his hands in a respectful gesture, showing a mix of fear and reverence toward Huo Yuhao and Dai Loli.
If the White Tiger Duke returned to the estate and learned of Huo Yuhao's existence, even if Huo Yuhao's talent was lacking, he was still the Duke's flesh and blood. His status as the Duke's son was undeniable, and it was not something a mere guard could casually disrespect.
If the Duke discovered that the guard was beating his own son—and not just one, but both of them—he couldn't imagine the consequences. It would be absolutely disastrous, and he would most likely be smashed to pieces on the spot.
By now, the two siblings had already left the courtyard. Dai Loli, both surprised and curious, wondered what kind of whisper could have such a powerful deterrent effect, completely reversing the guard's attitude.
"Brother, what did you just say to him? How did you make him back down so quickly?"
"Nothing much. I just gave him some good news—that the White Tiger Duke is coming back."
"Really? If Father returns, they won't dare to bully us anymore." Dai Loli's face lit up with joy, already imagining the two of them standing tall and shouting, "Evil servants, speak up!"
Huo Yuhao looked at her, pondered for a few seconds, and then slowly spoke.
"It's fake. I just guessed."
"...Alright." Although Dai Loli felt a bit disappointed, she acknowledged that this intimidation tactic was indeed effective and considered it a valuable lesson.
Seeing that she understood, Huo Yuhao patted her shoulder.
"You've now become a somewhat accomplished Soul Scholar. It's time to learn to face difficulties independently."
With that, Huo Yuhao turned around.
He headed towards the north side gate of the Duke's mansion, the very place where the original Huo Yuhao had run away from home. He was about to embark on his own path, a small journey of leveraging his advantages... compared to the Flame Emperor Template.
Dai Loli watched his figure depart with a sense of freedom, feeling a bit lost in her heart.
Was this the end of her life of dependence?
Unaware of Dai Loli's inner thoughts, Huo Yuhao's eyes lit up as a pleasant notification appeared on his interface.
[Quest completed. Reward: Eight Extremities Explosion (High Profound Tier)]
"Nice, the mechanics of Battle Skills are inherently superior to Soul Skills. Creating a Soul Skill barely scratches the surface."
"On my way to discuss ideals with the big bug, I can practice the Eight Extremities Explosion in advance. That way, I won't end up like the original Huo Yuhao, allowing the Wind Baboon to achieve the astonishing feat of 'nearly slaying a god.'"
As he pondered, Huo Yuhao walked out of the White Tiger Duke's mansion.
...
In the Divine Realm, amidst swirling clouds and mist, within a palace of deep azure.
Sea God Tang San, clad in a luxurious blue robe, held a book he had written with wisdom surpassing that of other gods. The cover bore the title:
"On How to Perfectly Tame a Child of Destiny"
Tang San's expression was unusually grave. After a moment of contemplation, it transformed into a smile of righteous determination.
"The destiny of this new star has surged today. It seems my plans are impeccably correct and aligned with the will of heaven. All of this is for the better development of the Divine Realm. Various signs indicate that this child's connection with my Tang family has deepened."
"However, with such changes occurring, I wonder if the original plan of 'splitting the soul into two' is still secure."
"Currently, the Star Dou Great Forest is within the plan. If major changes occur, we can consider splitting an additional soul fragment and also explore development in the ocean."
Tang San revealed a strange smile once more. Using the combined divine power of the Sea God and the Asura God, he opened the encrypted plan. The first page read:
[To seize the authority of the Divine Realm's autocracy, this God King requires the assistance of a capable warrior. The new star from the mortal realm is an excellent choice. A few subtle manipulations will bring him under my control, aiding in the realization of my ten-thousand-year plan, and also granting this child a great opportunity.]
[Step One: Use the current Duchess to 'guide' the soul of the Child of Destiny's mother into the Divine Realm, using hatred to propel the child's growth. (Completed √)]
[Step Two: Join the Tang Sect and enter Shrek Academy...]
[Step Three: Xiao Qi disguises herself as a man to meet and form a bond with him...]
...
"What a perfect plan. If I weren't the Divine Realm's law enforcer, bound by example to not interfere directly in mortal affairs, I wouldn't have to put Xiao Qi through this."
Tang San flipped through the meticulously crafted plan, his lips curling into a smirk. He couldn't help but admire his own brilliant strategy and extraordinary wisdom.
...
Outside the White Tiger Duke's mansion.
"Hmm, the air in Douluo has a high hydrogen content."
Huo Yuhao took a deep breath of the air. Perhaps because he had drawn the Flame Emperor Template today, his mood was quite good, and he felt the sunlight was particularly radiant.
He took out a pair of glasses and put them on, slightly obscuring the bright, spirited gleam in his eyes.
Looking back at the grand palace with its golden roof and red gates, the glazed yellow tiles shimmered brilliantly under the sunlight.
He felt the deep-seated aspirations of his original self.
The strong will to become a great Soul Master and the unwavering determination to avenge his mother.
"Don't worry, with our shared fortune, becoming a deity is a sure thing. I will definitely avenge our mother."
Not just the Duke's mansion, but more so the pure and noble Tang Fozu.
Huo Yuhao's eyes narrowed behind his glasses, then he averted his gaze, shouldered his pack, and stepped onto the official road.
At the same time, four options appeared before his eyes.
[Option One: Endure in the White Tiger Duke's mansion, biding your time. Reward: A genuine piece of calligraphy by the Yan Emperor, "Thirty years east of the river, thirty years west of the river, do not bully the young and poor."]
[Option Two: Head north to find your missing father. Reward: A simple black ring exclusive to the Yan Emperor.]
Note: Only the ring is provided, not the soul of Yao Lao.
[Option Three: Return to the mansion and flatter the Duchess, showing your loyalty. Reward: Battle Skill: Suction Palm - Incomplete Version (Earth Tier Low Level, can be practiced with two fingers - the Rich Lady's Happy Finger Edition.)]
[Option Four: Staying in the Duke's mansion is all harm and no benefit, decisively decide to run away from home and seek great opportunities. Reward: Determined by the size of the opportunity (The bolder the opportunity, the greater the reward.)]
(End of Chapter)