In the forest on the border of the Heavenly Dou Empire,
a stunningly beautiful girl dressed in black, her long hair flowing gently in the night breeze, moved swiftly through the forest like a nocturnal sprite.
This was Zhu Zhuqing, who had just left the Star Luo Empire.
More than a year had passed since she began cultivating the Nirvana Scripture, and her cultivation had now reached the Soul Master realm, with her martial soul now imbued with its third soul ring.
The improvement in her bloodline, combined with the effects of her cultivation technique, helped her compensate for the foundation she had previously lacked.
Furthermore, the soul power absorbed from the soul rings made her current level four levels higher than in the original timeline.
However, this situation would be difficult to replicate in the future.
After all, the lower the strength of a martial soul, the easier it is to purify and strengthen it.
As the quality increases, the difficulty of further improvement also increases.
Unless she could compensate for the missing essential information in her martial soul and evolve the Netherworld Cat into the Netherworld White Tiger, she could only rely on time to slowly accumulate power.
And her purpose in coming here was precisely for the Netherworld White Tiger.
In the southern part of the Heaven Dou Empire, in the Barak Kingdom, in Soto City,
Zhu Zhuqing followed the young man with heterochromatic eyes who emerged from the hotel with twin sisters to the Shrek Academy registration point outside a small village.
Her gaze swept over the wooden sign for enrollment outside the village, the old man behind the table, the young man standing beside him, and the queue, but she didn't rush forward, instead observing silently from a distance.
Dai Mubai was currently only a Soul Master, not much higher than Zhu Zhuqing.
However, Zhu Zhuqing had far more experience and understanding in using her Martial Soul, and her Martial Soul was the agile-attack type, the Netherworld Cat, so her silent following went unnoticed.
However, after observing for a while, the academy's style of operation made Zhu Zhuqing frown.
She was not a soft-hearted person.
In the memories imprinted in her mind from her dreams, she had moved with ease among numerous nobles, witnessing countless bloody power struggles and intrigues.
But she knew she couldn't bring herself to take money from ordinary people.
It was too degrading.
Ten gold soul coins are not a small amount for ordinary people.
In Douluo Continent, one gold soul coin is enough to support an average family of three for several months.
But for high-level soul masters, this amount is nothing. The old man sitting behind the table was clearly not weak.
If the admission criteria had been explained beforehand, it would have been fine, but taking the registration fee and then claiming that the applicant did not meet the requirements, and refusing to refund the fee, was simply a case of swindling by force.
However, Zhu Zhuqing had no intention of standing up for him.
She was different now than before, and had long since come to terms with the reality of this world. Her
dislike for the other party's behavior had nothing to do with a sense of justice; she simply felt that such methods were too low-level.
Just then, a boy and a girl walked side by side from not far away. At
first, she didn't pay much attention, but after noticing their approximate age and cultivation level, she was somewhat surprised.
Although the two were a little older than her, their auras indicated that they were close to level 30.
"...Brother, don't think about Su Cheng anymore. Maybe he just felt he wasn't suited to be a Soul Master, so he dropped out early." "
!"
Zhu Zhuqing, who had already turned away, suddenly turned back upon hearing this name, looking in the direction the two were.
"Hmm?" Tang San keenly raised his head, looking around, but didn't notice anything unusual.
Zhu Zhuqing, hiding behind a tree, was startled, thinking to herself how sharp his intuition was.
She had only focused her gaze slightly, and he had already sensed something was wrong.
"What's wrong?" Xiao Wu, seeing this, looked around in confusion.
"Nothing, maybe it's just my imagination."
Tang San shook his head, his slightly gloomy expression now much calmer.
Originally, upon graduation, he wanted to find Su Cheng first to avenge himself, and then follow Yu Xiaogang's instructions to enroll in Soto City.
After all, with his current Soul Power level of twenty-nine, defeating Su Cheng would be a piece of cake.
After a fruitless search, he learned from the academy's director that Su Cheng had already dropped out, though the director didn't reveal the specifics.
He glanced at Xiao Wu, a smile appearing on his face.
"You're right. My teacher told me before that with his innate soul power level, he's simply not suited for the path of a Soul Master. He must have given up long ago."
Zhu Zhuqing, hiding in the shadows, frowned upon
hearing this. Judging from the two of them, the "Su Cheng" they were talking about seemed to have very poor aptitude and wasn't suited for cultivation.
Although the age and name matched, it was clear that if Su Cheng were truly that person, his cultivation aptitude would be exceptionally high.
Moreover, the White Tiger Martial Soul couldn't have remained unnoticed in the Heavenly Dou Realm for so many years.
Even if ordinary people couldn't recognize it, the Spirit Hall's forces, spread throughout the continent, should have been able to find it.
Shaking her head, she temporarily suppressed the matter.
"...Shrek is a monster, an extremely strange existence even among soul beasts. The meaning of Shrek Academy is Monster Academy. That is to say, we only accept monsters, not ordinary people. Those over thirteen years old, or whose soul power has not reached level twenty-one, don't waste your time here."
At this moment, the old man's cold voice came from afar.
Zhu Zhuqing sneered inwardly upon hearing this.
Dai Mubai actually found such a dilapidated place to hide. This academy doesn't seem very capable, but it's certainly arrogant.
However, this was a good thing for her.
This academy is located in a remote area, and its admission standards are so bizarre that there shouldn't be too many people inside, making it easier for her to carry out her plans in the future.
Moreover, she has the Nirvana Scripture in her hands, as well as the cultivation experience from her dream, so she doesn't need the knowledge accumulation from the school at all.
It would be much easier to seize Dai Mubai's martial soul bloodline here.
However, the next moment, the old man behind the table suddenly released an extremely powerful aura. A dense red light suddenly appeared from the old man's body, and a long staff with countless fine patterns appeared in his right hand.
Even more terrifying, six spirit rings—one white, one yellow, three purple, and one black—rose from beneath his feet, their dazzling light instantly making him the center of attention.
Zhu Zhuqing's gaze narrowed slightly.
She hadn't expected him to be a Spirit Emperor.
She had indeed sensed his strength before, but at her current level, she couldn't clearly discern his exact cultivation level, nor did she dare to.
However, the immense power he displayed now didn't excite her; instead, it filled her with increasing disappointment.
A dignified Spirit Emperor reduced to this state, even resorting to extorting ten gold spirit coins from an ordinary person—it was truly shameful.
She secretly suspected he must have committed some offense outside, forcing him to hide in such a remote corner.
Simultaneously shocked were the people queuing.
If some parents had previously been indignant because of the old man's words, now everyone was utterly terrified.
Who dared offend a Spirit Emperor-level expert?
In war, a Soul Emperor's strength is equivalent to at least a thousand excellent warriors.
The disdain and contempt in the eyes of the parents and applicants vanished instantly. On this continent imbued with great power, strength represents reason.
Tang San and Xiao Wu also experienced a change in expression.
But unlike Zhu Zhuqing's disappointment, their expressions were now very excited.
Looking at the applicants ahead, Xiao Wu excitedly whispered in Tang San's ear, "This academy looks really interesting, especially what that teacher said about only accepting monsters and not ordinary people, that's so cool."
Tang San smiled and said, "Now you won't doubt your teacher's advice, will you? This Shrek Academy is definitely not ordinary."
The remaining students quickly passed the old man's first round of testing, and it was finally Tang San and Xiao Wu's turn.
At this time, Dai Mubai, after seeing off a few applicants, had also returned to the old man's side.
Tang San was about to greet him when he suddenly noticed Dai Mubai's gaze had changed. Dai Mubai was staring intently at something behind him, as if he had seen something unbelievable.
Tang San instinctively turned around, and although he didn't react as badly as Dai Mubai, he was still secretly startled.
Behind him and Xiao Wu, there was only one other applicant, who seemed to have just arrived.
She was also a girl, appearing to be a little younger than Tang San and Xiao Wu. Her long black hair cascaded over her shoulders, her delicate face was expressionless, and her fair skin was like smooth jade.
However, what was even more impressive was the extraordinary aura emanating from this girl.
Despite her young age, she seemed to possess an extraordinary leadership quality, even her gaze seemed to look down upon them from a high position. Her expression was calm, not exactly cold, but naturally carrying a sense of aloofness that kept people at a distance.
Under this aura, even her voluptuous figure, which seemed disproportionate to her age, and her exquisitely sculpted beauty appeared less striking.
Her limbs were well-proportioned and long, her hands hanging naturally at her sides, and her serene presence made people hesitant to approach.
"Are you going to register or not? If not, don't block the way." The old man's voice pulled Tang San and the others back to reality.
Tang San felt a sharp pain in his hand and turned to see Xiao Wu glaring at him fiercely.
"Let's register together."
Tang San endured the pain in his hand, placed the twenty gold soul coins he had prepared into the wooden box, and extended his hand along with Xiao Wu's.
The old man first squeezed Xiao Wu's hand, nodded, and said, "Your age is suitable."
When his hand moved to Tang San's hand, he couldn't help but let out a soft exclamation.
Seemingly unconvinced, he squeezed Tang San's hand a few more times, his expression suddenly becoming strange.
Looking up at Tang San, the old man asked, "Have you been practicing some kind of soul skill?"
He wanted to examine the applicant's hand to determine their true age by checking their hand bones—something that couldn't be faked.
However, Tang San's hand felt extremely soft and supple; he couldn't discern the bone structure at all.
Tang San's heart skipped a beat, and he nodded, saying, "Yes."
The old man frowned. "Lift your calf."
Tang San did as he was told, lifting his calf and placing it on the table. The old man pinched his calf a few times through his pants, and Tang San immediately felt a tingling numbness.
The old man nodded at him, saying, "Good muscle development, suitable bone age. Alright, release your martial souls."
Tang San and Xiao Wu exchanged a glance and simultaneously activated their soul power.
Blue and red lights rose simultaneously, and their hundred-year soul rings spiraled upwards.
Tang San's Blue Silver Grass martial soul and Xiao Wu's Soft Bone Rabbit martial soul were displayed before each other.
After a brief moment of surprise, the old man nodded in satisfaction.
Seeing this, Dai Mubai stepped forward and smiled at Tang San, but his attention seemed to still be focused on Tang San's back.
He sensed a certain aura on Zhu Zhuqing that complemented his martial soul.
Noticing the other's gaze, Zhu Zhuqing also stepped forward generously.
Her face was cool, and she looked at Dai Mubai with a hint of surprise.
She nodded to him and said lightly, "Hello."
At this moment, Dai Mubai even felt a strange sense of being flattered. He
quickly nodded and replied, "Hello, I am Dai Mubai, fifteen years old this year..."
"Ahem." Seeing that Dai Mubai seemed about to continue introducing himself, the old man coughed lightly to interrupt him.
His gaze also turned to Zhu Zhuqing, gesturing for her to extend her hand.
After sensing for a moment, he nodded and said, "Eleven years old, suitable age. Alright, release your martial soul."
A dark blue light shone, and the spirit rings simultaneously spiraled upwards.
At the same time, cat ears sprouted from her head, and sharp claws pierced from between her fingers and paws, making her body even more slender.
She possessed the Martial Soul, the Netherworld Cat.
But this wasn't the most eye-catching part.
The brilliance of her three spirit rings—two yellow and one purple—was what drew their attention.
Especially after Tang San and the others heard her age, they found it even more unbelievable.
They knew that even with innate full spirit power, he and Xiao Wu only reached level twenty-nine at the age of twelve.
This girl, even younger than them, already possessed the cultivation of a Soul Master?
Upon seeing her spirit, Dai Mubai's eyes widened slightly, his face filled with disbelief.
Even the old man showed a hint of admiration; he had sensed Zhu Zhuqing's spirit power level before, but hadn't been entirely sure.
He turned and said, "Mubai, take them in."
Led by Dai Mubai, the group entered Shrek Academy, the village behind the admissions office.
During this time, Dai Mubai's eyes kept glancing at Zhu Zhuqing, who was standing to his side and behind him.
Zhu Zhuqing seemed oblivious, silently following behind the others.
Soon, they arrived at the next assessment location.
Looking at the queue not far ahead, Dai Mubai patted Tang San on the shoulder and said, "Let's go, I'll take you through the exam; no need to queue."
He then led the group towards the queue for the second assessment.
The person in charge of the second round of exams was also an older teacher.
Dai Mubai walked to the teacher, whispered a few words in his ear, and then pointed to Tang San, Xiao Wu, and Zhu Zhuqing.
The teacher nodded and said, "Alright, take them directly to the fourth level. If they pass, they'll be admitted."
Dai Mubai returned to Tang San and Xiao Wu, about to lead them further into the academy.
But the other candidates queuing up objected.
A male candidate said, "Teacher, what's going on? Why can they enter the fourth level without taking the test, but we have to pass each level one by one?"
The older teacher calmly replied, "If your soul power is also above level twenty-five, then you can also go directly to the fourth level and don't need to waste time here. But your soul power is only level twenty-one, so you have to pass each level one by one."
"Their soul power is above level twenty-five? That's impossible. We're only twelve years old, how could we have such high soul power?"
Those standing here all had soul power above level twenty-one and were no more than thirteen years old.
In the original junior academy, those like them would undoubtedly be the stars of the academy.
Having encountered repeated setbacks upon arriving at Shrek Academy, his mood inevitably shifted.
Dai Mubai snorted coldly, "Just because you're not good enough doesn't mean others aren't. When I entered the academy, my soul power was already level twenty-five."
A mischievous smile crept across his lips as he picked up a white crystal from the table and handed it to Zhu Zhuqing.
But upon meeting her calm eyes, a strange tension and fear rose within him.
He softly asked, "Would you like to test it?"
Testing crystals varied in color depending on their level; this white crystal was for testing soul power below level thirty. If the soul power exceeded thirty, the crystal would shatter.
Zhu Zhuqing glanced at him but didn't refuse.
She took the crystal and then channeled her soul power into it.
"Bang!"
The crystal shattered instantly.
The teacher in charge of the test froze on his smile, turning to Dai Mubai. "This is...?"
"This junior is only eleven years old, yet she has already reached the cultivation level of a three-ring Soul Master."
"Impressive. It seems Shrek Academy is about to welcome some impressive little monsters this year."
This scene not only surprised the teacher but also silenced the other examinees, their gazes towards Zhu Zhuqing becoming strange.
If someone hadn't used the testing crystal earlier, they would have suspected foul play.
Eleven years old, with a Soul Power level of over thirty? How could that be possible!
The testing instructor gave Zhu Zhuqing another deep look, then said in a deep voice, "Mubai, take these three with you to the fourth test."
"Yes." Dai Mubai respectfully agreed, and led the group back into the academy.
This time, no student raised any objections; their strength had proven everything.
Tang San glanced at the silent Zhu Zhuqing with a complicated expression, then asked Dai Mubai, "Brother Dai, is there only four tests in the entrance exam?"
Dai Mubai nodded.
"There are four tests. The first test checks age, the second tests soul power and martial soul, and the third tests the candidate's application of their martial soul. However, the academy has a rule that if a candidate's soul power exceeds level twenty-five, then regardless of their martial soul, they can directly pass the second and third tests.
"As for the fourth test, it tests practical combat skills. Some students have good martial souls and good control over them. But they've lived in noble families since childhood, spoiled and pampered. They have no understanding of the outside world, let alone combat. The academy doesn't accept such students." "The Dean said, we don't want anyone who's spoiled."
Hearing Dai Mubai's words, the three present, though their thoughts differed, fell silent in unison.
Xiao Wu couldn't help but speak first, saying, "Are you choosing students or wives? That's too strict! No wonder the teacher at the entrance said you only accept monsters here. Only monsters can pass these four exams. I'd like to ask, how many students does Shrek Academy currently have? And how many students does it recruit each year?"
This time, it was Dai Mubai's turn to give a wry smile.
"Since its founding twenty years ago, Shrek Academy has admitted a total of forty-two students, averaging a little over two per year. Before that, the academy hadn't admitted any students for two years. Currently, including myself, there are three students studying at the academy."
"Three?" Tang San and Xiao Wu almost gasped in surprise, and Zhu Zhuqing couldn't help but raise an eyebrow, secretly wondering what the academy's dean was thinking.
If he was greedy, then this method clearly wouldn't make him much money.
Besides, given the strength of the teacher guarding the gate, there were plenty of better ways to make money.
If he was selflessly dedicated to cultivating more outstanding Soul Masters, then using such bizarre admission standards to recruit top-tier genius Soul Masters—what kind of cultivation was that?
With such talent, they would achieve similar success in any academy.
And this academy didn't seem to have a good cultivation environment, unless it contained some hidden secret.
But based on what they had just seen, that wasn't the case.
Or perhaps, this academy simply wanted to collect young genius Soul Masters?
At this moment, Dai Mubai smiled self-deprecatingly, "In the entire Douluo Continent, we can be considered the only academy with more teachers than students. Even after we admit you, the number of students in our academy will never exceed the number of teachers." "
Tang San said, 'How can the academy survive like this? Without students, there should be no income.'
Dai Mubai shrugged and casually replied, 'Otherwise, why do you think the academy is located in such a small village? It's because of a lack of funds. If my family hadn't sponsored some, the academy would probably have closed down last year. If we can't recruit any students this year, then the three of us will be the last batch of students at Shrek Academy.'
'Then why doesn't the academy relax some of the entrance exam requirements? I see quite a few people have applied,' Xiao Wu asked疑惑地.
Dai Mubai's face showed a hint of respect as he explained very seriously,
'The Dean said, "Better to have none than to have bad ones. No matter what, even if Shrek Academy closes down, we will never accept trash; we only want monsters.'"
"Do you know what the graduation requirements are for this academy? We're neither an intermediate nor an advanced Soul Master academy. Our requirements are different from theirs. We only accept students under thirteen years old, and they must be exceptionally talented. The graduation requirement is to surpass level forty, and to do so before the age of twenty, reaching the Soul Grandmaster level to graduate.
"The academy has admitted a total of sixty-two students, but only fourteen have actually graduated. After leaving the academy, all fourteen have become world-renowned figures. The most outstanding among them is now the youngest elder in the Spirit Hall, second only to the Pope in authority.
"The rest who didn't graduate either failed to complete level forty cultivation before the age of twenty or died while hunting soul beasts. The Dean said, 'If you're not at level forty-one, don't go out and embarrass him.'"
By the end, Dai Mubai's emotions had clearly become agitated; he obviously held the Dean of Shrek Academy in extremely high esteem.
Tang San smiled and looked at Dai Mubai solemnly, saying, "I'm very fortunate to have come here."
Zhu Zhuqing: "..."
As for the rest of their conversation, she was too lazy to listen anymore.
"We're here."
Not long after, Dai Mubai stopped, and the group arrived at another open space.
This place was much smaller than the second trial, only about 200 square meters.
A middle-aged man who looked to be in his fifties was sitting in a chair, dozing off.
"Teacher Zhao, I've brought people to the fourth trial."
"Hmm? There are people coming to the fourth trial this year? There are three of them."
The middle-aged man opened his sleepy eyes, looking at the three young men and women in front of him with some surprise, as if he had encountered something unbelievable.
Dai Mubai quickly said, "They not only came to the fourth trial, but they were also exempted from the second and third trials."
Teacher Zhao's eyes lit up, and he immediately stood up from his chair.
He was not tall, and his appearance was very ordinary, but he looked extremely strong and sturdy. His height, which was shorter than the twelve-year-old Tang San, gave people a sense of grandeur.
His broad shoulders were like city walls; his coat couldn't conceal his massive, steel-forged muscles. Though his expression was amiable, his imposing physique exuded an undeniable sense of pressure.
"All three of you are above level twenty-five. Not bad, not bad. Looks like there are quite a few little monsters this year.
" "This is the final test. Pass my test, and you will officially become members of Shrek Academy.
" "However, my test won't be easy to pass. Practical experience is essential for every Soul Master's strength.
" "And what I will be testing is your ability in this area."
His gaze swept over Zhu Zhuqing and the other two, looking at them gently.
"My name is Zhao Wuji. Since the three of you passed the second and third tests without examination, I'll personally play with you.
" "Now I'll give you the time it takes for an incense stick to burn to get to know each other and discuss things. After that, the test will begin."
"The test is for you all to work together to withstand my attack for half an incense stick's time. If even one person can last until the end, you all pass.
I hope you understand, don't try to cheat; no one can escape this area by speed.
Also, I must remind you that you can't stop my attack alone; teamwork is your only chance of success."
Hearing this, Dai Mubai glanced at Zhu Zhuqing and the other two, then hesitated slightly before saying, "Teacher Zhao, isn't this a bit inappropriate?"
Zhao Wuji glared at him and said, "What's inappropriate? The dean isn't here; I'm the highest authority in the academy. If I say it's good, it's good. Alright, I'm going to light the incense. You don't have much time, so prepare yourselves. Xiaobai, you can also tell them about my strengths and characteristics so they can be prepared."
After saying this, he pulled out an incense stick from somewhere, flicked the tip with his finger, and lit it instantly. In the blink of an eye, the incense stick was embedded in the ground without trembling.
Having done this, Zhao Wuji sat back in his chair, closed his eyes, and prepared to continue sleeping.
However, a cold voice suddenly broke through.
"I don't want to fight in a team. Are there any other assessment methods?"
The group turned to look.
They saw Zhu Zhuqing calmly staring at Zhao Wuji.
Upon hearing her words, Dai Mubai immediately tensed up, while Tang San and Xiao Wu looked surprised.
Zhao Wuji, sitting in his chair, frowned unhappily. "I already said that I'm in charge here."
"Then it seems I'm afraid I won't be able to attend this academy. Farewell."
Zhu Zhuqing nodded and immediately turned to leave the assessment location.
"..." Zhao Wuji was stunned.
Not only him, but Tang San and Xiao Wu were also momentarily speechless.
Only Dai Mubai glanced at Zhao Wuji anxiously and said urgently, "Teacher Zhao, she's an eleven-year-old Soul Master!"
Zhao Wuji was taken aback. He hadn't really paid much attention to Zhu Zhuqing, who had been standing silently behind the group. He hadn't expected her to have such talent.
"And…sigh!"
Dai Mubai wanted to say something more, but saw that the girl's figure had already walked quite far away.
He could only glance at the others before turning around and following Zhu Zhuqing.
Zhu Zhuqing walked alone on the road leaving the village.
One of the reasons she refused the fourth test of Shrek Academy was for her own safety.
She could tell that the Soul Master she had just met was very strong, far stronger than the teacher at the academy gate, at least at the Soul Saint level.
That's why she didn't want to team up with anyone to fight.
Because she didn't know what kind of methods Tang San and Xiao Wu had.
As for Zhao Wuji's earlier talk about mutual understanding, Zhu Zhuqing just thought he was talking nonsense.
What could one understand in the time it takes for an incense stick to burn?
Judging from her observation just now, Tang San was quite mysterious and a guy who kept his abilities hidden.
Zhu Zhuqing had cultivated the Nirvana Scripture for many years and considered herself to have some understanding of Martial Souls. She simply didn't believe that anyone could cultivate to level twenty-nine with the Blue Silver Grass Martial Soul at the age of twelve.
Unless it wasn't the Blue Silver Grass Martial Soul at all, or the opponent possessed some kind of cultivation technique like herself.
That's why she was even more reluctant to join forces with them.
If she and Tang San used extraordinary methods simultaneously while dealing with Zhao Wuji's attacks, and a Soul Saint, under pressure, couldn't control their power, wouldn't she be in danger?
A one-on-one battle would give her more peace of mind.
Besides, this academy was a bit strange.
She felt that even if she didn't accept the fourth trial, they wouldn't abandon her as a student.
On the way here with Dai Mubai to find Zhao Wuji, Zhu Zhuqing had carefully considered what this academy was trying to achieve.
Judging from their style, from the dean to the teachers, they were clearly not the kind of people willing to selflessly dedicate themselves.
Otherwise, training commoners with Soul Master talent but not meeting the Spirit Hall's requirements and unable to afford advanced academies would be the best choice.
But Shrek Academy didn't do that.
Their admission standards were even higher than the Spirit Hall's.
So the dean of this academy is likely a fame-seeking, opportunistic person.
Even if it's not that extreme, there's some kind of need for psychological comfort.
Zhu Zhuqing doesn't think such a person is difficult to deal with.
Without desire, one is invincible; with desire, there's a weakness.
An eleven-year-old three-ring Soul Master—the other party might not easily give up.
Of course, the most crucial point is—
she knows Dai Mubai will follow. From her previous experiences, training and winning over so many followers, she has a good grasp of human nature.
How should one deal with a boy like Dai Mubai who spends his days among women?
Show him favors, making him feel grateful and dependent?
Wrong.
On the contrary, give him an opportunity to demonstrate his abilities, to lend a helping hand, such as helping her successfully enter the academy without going against her will.
Let him constantly feel self-satisfied, even immersed in it.
The higher the sunk cost he invests, the more dependent he becomes.
Meanwhile, give him emotional feedback, and you can easily control him.
Of course, all of this is predicated on you gaining a certain level of attention from the other party from the very beginning.
Undoubtedly, Zhu Zhuqing had taken in all of Dai Mubai's previous secret observations. A
moment later,
footsteps sounded behind them, followed by Dai Mubai's call.
"Hey, wait a minute."
Zhu Zhuqing stopped at the sound, turning around with a nonchalant expression to look at Dai Mubai, who was following closely behind.
His eyes flickered, as if he wanted to say something but hesitated.
In fact, Zhu Zhuqing could completely understand his complex emotions at this moment.
From Dai Mubai's perspective,
he had almost given up on the competition for the family heir, and was prepared to lie low and passively await a tragic end.
But one day, he suddenly discovered that his future comrade-in-arms and fiancée was exceptionally talented. How could he not be moved?
Zhu Zhuqing gazed at Dai Mubai and said softly, "You already know who I am, right? My name is Zhu Zhuqing, the youngest daughter of the Zhu family."
"It really is you..." Upon hearing this, Dai Mubai's eyes flashed with a complex light. "I didn't expect you to be so strong, and to have come to this place as well."
"Strong?" A faint smile appeared on Zhu Zhuqing's lips, like a fleeting flower in full bloom. "My eldest sister is much stronger than me."
Dai Mubai stared blankly at her smile for a moment before snapping out of his daze. He
quickly said, "It's alright, I'll help you."
"You'll help me?" Zhu Zhuqing's smile faded, her tone slightly sarcastic. "How will you help me? Is escaping the Star Luo Empire what you mean by helping me?"
"I..." Dai Mubai felt a flush rise to his face, but for a moment he didn't know how to defend himself.
"It's alright." Zhu Zhuqing gently shook her head. "I understand. You were young then, and the pressure of survival in the royal family was immense. Leaving might not have been a bad choice."
Dai Mubai nodded quickly.
"However, I'm only eleven this year. I was only six when you left the Star Luo Empire." Zhu Zhuqing looked at him quietly.
Dai Mubai hesitated for a moment, then met her gaze earnestly.
"Don't worry, I'll try to persuade Teacher Zhao. Shrek Academy has a very deep foundation; the dean and vice-dean are both Soul Saint level experts. As long as you stay here, you'll definitely achieve something. Come back with me."
"That Teacher Zhao is the vice-dean you mentioned, right? I don't want to fight a Soul Saint." Zhu Zhuqing shook her head, staring at Dai Mubai. "Do you have any other ideas?"
Dai Mubai looked into those calm eyes, a surge of emotion welling up inside him.
Gritting his teeth, he said, "Don't worry, I'll talk to them for you. There's no need for a fight; you'll definitely stay in the academy!"
"You can do it?" Zhu Zhuqing tilted her head slightly, a hint of doubt in her eyes. "That Teacher Zhao seems quite difficult to talk to."
"Don't worry, absolutely no problem." Dai Mubai nodded emphatically.
"Good, then I'll wait for your good news." Zhu Zhuqing nodded. "Mubai, the past is the past; don't dwell on it too much."
Hearing this, Dai Mubai's heart trembled, a wave of emotion washing over him.
He was about to turn and leave.
"Wait."
Zhu Zhuqing suddenly spoke again, "Here, take this."
She took out a bottle of potion and handed it to him.
"What's this?" Dai Mubai's expression froze, and he reached out to take it.
"A potion that can increase cultivation speed," Zhu Zhuqing said calmly. "Used in battle, it also enhances combat power. You can try it when you have time."
Hearing this, Dai Mubai looked at the potion in his hand, a surge of excitement rising within him.
He then looked up at Zhu Zhuqing and said, "Zhuqing, is your cultivation speed so fast because of this?"
"Part of it is. Try it and see how it works."
"I definitely won't let you down." Dai Mubai gripped the potion bottle tightly, his face resolute.
As he turned to leave, Zhu Zhuqing's eyes gradually deepened.
Even if Dai Mubai showed the potion to the teachers in the academy, it wouldn't matter.
Because it wasn't poison.
Unlike the one-time potion he gave Su Cheng, this slow-acting potion was essentially a good thing to aid cultivation.
Although the effect was average, it could indeed improve cultivation and combat power for a short time.
It only caused fluctuations in martial spirit and blood qi when used.
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