Douluo Continent: The original Yu Xiaogang brutally defeats Tang San at the start.

After his martial soul successfully evolved, Lin Yuan's body was filled with boundless soul power, which rapidly strengthened his limbs and bones like a surging river.

This unprecedentedly powerful feeling did not make him lose his way. He knew that the greater the power, the more precise the control required.

He sat cross-legged and spent two whole days focusing his mind on his body, guiding the torrent of soul power according to the method of "Controlling the Crane and Capturing the Dragon," gradually turning this surging power into his own.

At the same time, he is also establishing a deeper soul connection with his new martial soul – "Golden Sacred Dragon Luo Sanpao".

If the previous connection was a fragile thread, now it is a sturdy bridge built with spiritual power.

He could clearly sense his partner's joy and authority, and they could understand each other with just a thought.

……

When Lin Yuan pushed open the door to the training room, the entire Shrek Academy was enveloped in a frenzied atmosphere.

The college's annual traditional event—the Freshman Showdown—has officially begun.

This is where Dean Flander tests the training results of the "little monsters," and it is also the best stage for students to resolve conflicts and prove themselves.

The training ground in the center of the academy was bustling with noise, and a sturdy arena stood in the middle.

On the podium, all the academy's teachers, including Flander and Zao Wou-Ki, were present to serve as judges and referees.

Lin Yuan's appearance immediately caused a small commotion.

He ignored the surrounding chatter, went straight to the registration area, and wrote down his name.

He wants to use this highly anticipated opportunity to show everyone his new and revolutionary power.

The outcome of the match was entirely predictable.

Faced with new students who are generally between level 20 and 30, Lin Yuan doesn't even need to summon his Martial Soul.

With his superior soul power and the exquisite techniques of "Ghostly Shadows" and "Controlling the Crane and Capturing the Dragon," his opponents were easily defeated.

Preliminary rounds, knockout rounds, semi-finals... Lin Yuan advanced triumphantly all the way, storming into the finals with overwhelming force.

His opponent in the final was another prominent figure among this year's freshmen, a boy named Shimo.

The level 35 Power Attack-type Battle Soul Master possesses the extremely rare "Lava Hound" Martial Soul.

"Freshman Showdown Finals: Yu Xiaogang vs. Shi Mo! Begin now!"

As Flander's resounding voice echoed throughout the venue, the atmosphere was instantly ignited.

"Yu Xiaogang! Keep it up!"

Xiao Wu, sitting in the audience, shouted nervously.

"Hmph, Shi Mo is a level 35 Soul Master with a berserk martial soul. Yu Xiaogang is in trouble this time."

Dai Mubai crossed his arms and analyzed the situation sharply.

On the arena, Shi Mo Mian faced Lin Yuan, his face filled with unprecedented solemnity.

The moment the battle began, he released his martial spirit without hesitation.

With a roar, his body rapidly expanded, his muscles bulged, and crimson patterns like magma appeared on his skin.

Two yellow and one purple spirit rings rose slowly, radiating powerful spirit energy fluctuations.

"Yu Xiaogang, I know you're very strong! But the championship is mine!"

Shi Mo's fighting spirit surged, and he unleashed his strongest attack!

"Third Soul Skill, Lava Meteor Impact!"

The deep purple thousand-year soul ring beneath his feet suddenly lit up!

Shi Mo's body was instantly enveloped in a layer of scorching lava, and he transformed into a burning meteorite, carrying unparalleled impact and terrifying heat as he charged toward Lin Yuan!

The sheer force of this attack caused all the students outside the arena to change color.

However, faced with this earth-shattering attack, Lin Yuan simply stood calmly in place, his expression undisturbed, without even moving a step.

Just moments before the "lava meteorite" was about to strike, he spoke calmly, his voice clearly reaching everyone's ears:

"Come out, my companion."

The voice just fell.

"hold head high--!"

A high-pitched, majestic roar, as if from the ancient wilderness, suddenly resounded throughout the entire academy!

This dragon's roar contained absolute suppression of life levels!

Immediately afterwards, a blinding golden light exploded behind Lin Yuan!

As the light faded, a majestic creature, over five meters tall and covered in brilliant golden dragon scales, appeared out of thin air!

It has prominent dragon horns on its head, huge wings on its back, and a pair of platinum eyes filled with an aura of indifference towards all living beings!

This is actually a golden holy dragon that only exists in legends!

As soon as it appeared, the terrifying pressure originating from the bloodline of the top dragon race swept across the entire area like a tangible tide!

Below the arena, many students' martial spirits trembled under this oppressive force, and some even collapsed to the ground with their legs giving way.

The stone mill, bearing the brunt of the attack, felt its "Lava Hound" martial spirit emit a mournful howl, the most instinctive fear and submission when facing its natural enemy!

His momentum was instantly shattered, his body froze on the spot, and only endless fear remained in his eyes.

At this moment, the entire arena fell into a deathly silence.

Everyone stared in disbelief at the majestic golden pig-dragon, their minds blank.

"What...what kind of martial spirit is that?!" a student asked, trembling.

"I don't know... this oppressive force is terrifying!"

In the crowd, Xiao Wu excitedly covered her mouth: "Teacher's martial spirit... has evolved!"

On the platform, Flander exclaimed in disbelief, "This...this is Yu Xiaogang's Luo Sanpao?! Are you kidding me?!"

Zhao Wuji, standing to the side, also stared wide-eyed, his face filled with disbelief: "A martial spirit... it can actually evolve to this level? This is definitely the top-tier beast martial spirit on the continent!"

Ignoring the shock around him, Lin Yuan's gaze fell on his immobilized opponent.

He slowly raised his hand and pointed at the other person.

Luo Sanpao, standing behind him, understood perfectly.

It opened its dragon head, and golden soul power frantically condensed in its throat, forming a dazzling ball of energy.

"Dragon Breath Breath!"

"boom--!"

A thick, golden energy breath shot out instantly like a laser cannon, reaching extreme speed!

Shi Mo only had time to cross his arms to protect his chest before he was hit squarely by the golden dragon breath!

With a loud bang and a scream, his body was blasted out of the arena like a kite with a broken string, crashing heavily to the ground, his body charred black, and he immediately lost consciousness.

One strike, instant kill!

The entire arena fell silent; everyone was utterly stunned by this overwhelming power.

In an inconspicuous corner of the audience, a figure was clenching his fist tightly, his nails digging deep into his flesh, drawing blood.

Tang San!

He stayed behind as an auditor, wanting to see firsthand how Shrek Academy would cultivate a "monster" like Lin Yuan.

However, what he saw today was a scene that shattered his spirits!

He witnessed Lin Yuan's divine beast-like martial spirit, his overwhelming strength, and his domineering demeanor!

Jealousy, anger, resentment, helplessness... all sorts of negative emotions were frantically gnawing at his heart.

"Why... how could a useless martial soul evolve into this... this is unfair!"

Tang San roared madly in his heart.

[Ding! Detected that Tang San witnessed the host's martial soul evolution and displayed overwhelming strength, causing him to be intensely stimulated and driven mad with jealousy!]

[Congratulations, host! You've gained 3000 points for defeating Tang San!]

Hearing the notification in his mind, Lin Yuan slowly withdrew the Golden Luo Three Cannons, turned around and walked off the stage, leaving the audience with an unfathomable back view.

He knew that from this day forward, his position at Shrek Academy would be unshakeable.