NOVEL NEXT Chapter 94: Chapter 94
The next morning, Flanders gathered the Shrek Seven Devils and began their first class. However, the morning class was exclusively for Ning Rongrong and Oscar, while the rest had their turn in the evening.
The first lesson was simple—running laps. Flanders instructed them to run twenty laps around the village. The reasoning was straightforward: auxiliary soul masters needed to know how to escape. It was a fundamental survival skill.
However the track around the village was lengthy, and it was impossible for an auxiliary soul master to finish it with just physical strength. Oscar had an advantage—his sausages could replenish his energy and soul power.
Ning Rongrong on the other hand, refused to eat his sausages due to the embarrassing soul incantation Oscar used to summon them and She found it repulsive.
In truth Flanders had no expectations that Ning Rongrong would complete the task. He believed she was a spoiled rich girl and intended to give her a harsh lesson to dampen her arrogance and his plan was to taunt her mercilessly once she inevitably gave up and left.
Yet Flanders underestimated Ning Rongrong. Though she couldn't finish the laps but she also wouldn't quit halfway. Having received guidance from Jun Tianlin, she had developed a strong will to persevere until the very end.
Oscar who are running beside her and kept encouraging her "Hey, Rongrong, you won't make it at this rate. Why don't you eat one of my sausages? Otherwise, you'll never finish."
Ning Rongrong glanced at him coldly "Stop calling me Rongrong and We're not that close Address me as classmate Ning And as for your sausage? Keep it for yourself. I won't touch it."
Oscar grinned sheepishly"Come on, we'll be together for years. Let's get familiar with each other."
His casual flirting wasn't lost on Ning Rongrong. She immediately saw through him Though she was only twelve but her upbringing in the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan made her mature beyond her years. She had encountered plenty of admiring gazes before. But in her clan everyone knew about Jun Tianlin and no one dared flirt with her openly.
"Do you like me?" Ning Rongrong asked bluntly
Oscar blushed but nodded "I do. You're the most beautiful girl I've ever met."
Ning Rongrong smiled faintly "Then let me save you some time. First, I already have someone I like—Brother Jian. Second, by the rules of my Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan I can only marry a battle soul master so there's no chance for us."
Oscar stood stunned and his hopes for a first love were crushed before they even began.
Ning Rongrong, having made her stance clear and continued running without giving him another glance.
Meanwhile outside Soto City, Jun Tianlin was making his way toward the academy. He had already obtained the necessary pills from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan and coincidentally learned that Qin Ming planned to bring the Emperor Team to Soto City's battle arena. He decided to arrive ahead of schedule.
Tianlin's objective was simple—to see Ning Rongrong. He worried that she might be bullied at Shrek Academy and especially by someone like Dai Mubai. If anyone dared threaten her Tianlin would show no mercy.
After asking for directions, he headed toward Shrek Academy.
At noon, Ning Rongrong and Oscar returned to the academy. Flanders stood waiting "Did you finish the laps?" he asked
"Yes, we… we did!" Oscar stammered, covering for Ning Rongrong. He couldn't bear to see her punished and even if she had rejected him.
"You don't need to lie for me" Ning Rongrong said "Dean twenty laps are too much and i couldn't finish. I gave up after seventeen laps."
Flanders looked at her surprised "I see. Well, we'll work on improving your endurance."
Oscar expected Flanders to be angry, but the dean remained calm and leaving him confused.
"I know what you're thinking" Flanders said and noticing Oscar's puzzled expression "But I'm impressed, Ning Rongrong. You're a wealthy young lady and yet you pushed yourself until you were utterly exhausted before giving up a physical strength can be trained, but perseverance like yours is rare. I'm pleased."
Ning Rongrong's face lit up with pride "My Brother Jian taught me that. He said You'll never know your limits unless you push yourself. Those who give up halfway will never grow. Only by finding your limits can you break through and reach new heights."
The mention of Brother Jian piqued Tang San's curiosity. This mysterious figure seemed to have profoundly influenced Ning Rongrong. He made a mental note to meet this person someday.
Flanders' eyes narrowed thoughtfully "Brother Jian? Do you mean Jun Tianlin, the Sword Lord of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan?"
Ning Rongrong nodded proudly "Yes, he's my Brother Jian. No one can compare to him."
Hearing this, Oscar's heart sank further It was clear now—Ning Rongrong wasn't just brushing him off. Her heart truly belonged to someone else.
After the class disbanded, Oscar approached Flanders "Teacher, I have a question. Does the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan really have a rule that their direct disciples can only marry battle soul masters?"
Flanders sighed and he understood Oscar's feelings "Yes, it's true. And honestly I agree with that rule. Two auxiliary soul masters together wouldn't be able to protect each other Oscar I hope your future partner will be a attack soul master too. Ning Rongrong isn't suitable for you."
He continued "Besides, Ning Rongrong wasn't exaggerating about Tianlin. He's a prodigy. He defeated the Spirit Hall's golden generation single-handedly. Competing with him would be impossible."
Oscar hung his head, his hope shattered "I understand, teacher. Thank you." He walked away dejected
Flanders watched him go feeling helpless. Matters of the heart weren't something he could solve and he only hoped Oscar could move on quickly.
Unbeknownst to everyone Tianlin was already on his way to Shrek Academy soon, he would make his presence known that are gonna change the course of events forever.