Chapter 31: Chapter 31: That Damn Pretty Boy Dared to Seduce My Fiancée!
As soon as Flender's words echoed, everyone was stunned.
Particularly Dai Mubai, Ma Hongjun, and Oscar—none of them could believe these words came from their dean.
But after witnessing Yun Feng's talent, their shock subsided somewhat, though a hint of discontent lingered in their hearts.
Yun Feng, observing their expressions, remained unfazed.
"You all stand over there. Since you've joined Shrek Academy, you might as well listen together."
Flender's tone turned serious as he continued, "This year is exceptional. We've gained four new little monsters. I, Flender, Dean of Shrek Academy, welcome you on behalf of the academy. Later, each of you will need to pay 100 gold coins to Teacher Li, who handles finances. Mubai."
"Yes, Dean."
Dai Mubai stepped forward, showing a respect bordering on reverence for Flender.
"There are five new juniors and juniors this time. Later, you'll explain the academy rules to them. Then, each of you should go rest and recover to your best state."
"As for Yun Feng, arrange a separate room for his accommodation."
"The first class will begin tonight. Oscar, you and Ning Rongrong are exceptions. Follow me."
Oscar's face fell instantly. Reluctantly, he stepped forward to salute Flender.
When Ning Rongrong moved to stand beside him, his expression brightened slightly.
Flender waved them off. "The rest of you can go rest. Remember, make sure you're in peak condition by nightfall. Don't say I didn't warn you—Shrek Academy's teaching methods are unlike any others. You may even face danger."
Dai Mubai had intended to explain some rules, but Xiao Wu was already by Yun Feng and Zhu Zhuqing's side, casually outlining everything.
The truth was, Shrek didn't have many rules.
Surprisingly, the group didn't disperse immediately. Instead, they lingered.
Yun Feng stayed to observe Shrek's famed training methods firsthand.
Seeing this, Flender didn't object. Turning to Oscar and Ning Rongrong, he said:
"Every soul master has their own unique cultivation method. Martial souls differ, and so do the ways they cultivate. On the Douluo Continent, no two martial souls are exactly the same."
"As such, the academy doesn't teach you how to cultivate your martial soul but rather how to use it and, in future battles, how to survive and support your teammates."
Oscar nodded without hesitation. "The key is staying behind your teammates, utilizing all available terrain and structures to avoid danger."
"Keep as far from the danger zone as possible."
Flender nodded in agreement but added, "You're correct, but you missed one thing. As an auxiliary-type soul master, running away is an essential skill. If you can't retreat, you're not a good auxiliary soul master."
"And what does running require?"
"Stamina. While soul power enhances your physique beyond ordinary people, the opponents you may face will likely be battle-type soul masters."
"As auxiliary soul masters, you must train your stamina. In critical moments, one extra step might save your life."
Oscar, well-acquainted with Flender's teaching style, couldn't help but smile bitterly as the dean spoke so righteously.
Ning Rongrong, meanwhile, remained somewhat disdainful. Coming from the continent's top auxiliary sect, she knew far more than Flender, yet as a newcomer, she refrained from retorting.
After his lengthy speech, Flender nodded toward the two. "Your training today is stamina practice. Start now by running twenty laps around the village. If you don't finish before lunch, you'll skip the meal."
"You may use your martial souls to assist. Now, go! Oscar, lead the way."
"Yes, Dean."
Ning Rongrong responded promptly, dashing off without hesitation. Oscar glanced at the group with a trace of resentment before following.
Though Shrek Academy's village wasn't large, Oscar knew Flender's instructions included the surrounding farmland. One lap exceeded three kilometers.
Twenty laps—a daunting challenge even for a battle-type soul master, let alone auxiliary-types like them.
As Oscar and Ning Rongrong ran off, Flender turned to Tang San.
"You, come with me."
Yun Feng, having seen enough, approached Dai Mubai.
"Excuse me, can you show me to my dormitory?"
Though Dai Mubai was still irritated, he nodded reluctantly. "Follow me."
As he spoke, Zhu Zhuqing silently followed Yun Feng, prompting Dai Mubai's mood to sour further.
"What's your relationship?" he blurted out, unable to contain himself.
Yun Feng glanced at Zhu Zhuqing and chuckled. "Why don't you tell him?"
Zhu Zhuqing stiffened momentarily but forced a smile. "I don't know."
Hearing this, Dai Mubai nearly exploded. Taking deep breaths to calm himself, his sinister eyes burned with rage.
"Zhu Zhuqing, what do you mean by this?"
"Did you come to Shrek Academy just to provoke me?"
Zhu Zhuqing's cold smile only deepened. Recalling her struggles and narrow escape, she retorted:
"Dai Mubai, you disgust me."
"Do you not remember what you did yesterday? Now you're trying to pin the blame on me? How shameless."
Her words pierced Dai Mubai's heart like a dagger, striking his greatest vulnerability—his escape from the Star Luo Empire.
"You don't understand the danger I was in! If I hadn't left, I'd have died at Davis' hands!"
"So you abandoned me in Star Luo Empire to enjoy yourself here?"
Dai Mubai snapped, his eyes brimming with fury.
"You followed me!"
In an instant, his martial soul activated, enveloping him with immense pressure.
Yun Feng stood unfazed, summoning his own martial soul, the Candle Dragon.
"What's this? You're angry and want to fight?"
Dai Mubai, consumed by rage, roared, "Damn pretty boy, you dare seduce my fiancée! Die!"
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