Douluo Continent: Rebirth of Ma Hongjun, Phoenix of Ultimate Light

Chapter 43 Dai Mubai is shocked!

Dai Mubai stood at the entrance of Shrek Academy, looking up at the blue stone gate.

Before coming, he had heard many rumors about the college.

Some say Shrek Academy is the poorest academy on the continent, lacking even a decent wall, consisting of a few dilapidated mud houses, a handful of poor teachers, unable to attract students, and on the verge of bankruptcy.

Some say that Dean Flander is a down-on-his-luck Soul Saint who can't find any students and can only drift through life outside Soto City.

Some people say that the college's admission standards are extremely outrageous, such as "only accepting monsters", and as a result, it can't even recruit a single student.

Dai Mubai initially believed most of these rumors. He came to Flander not because the academy was so good, but because he had no other choice. He couldn't return to the Star Luo Empire, he couldn't go to the Spirit Hall, and he didn't trust any other forces. Although Flander was poor, it at least had some reputation in the spirit master circle, and although Shrek Academy was dilapidated, it was at least a place to stay.

But now, looking at the school gate in front of him, he suddenly felt that the rumors were not very reliable.

The two ironwood doors were heavy and sturdy, with copper rivets inlaid on the panels, gleaming in the sunlight. Two square stone pillars stood on either side, their tops carved with simple geometric patterns, simple yet solemn. Above the lintel hung a blue stone plaque with the four large characters "Shrek Academy" written in strong, vigorous strokes, clearly the work of a master calligrapher.

This gate was more imposing than the gates of many prestigious academies he had ever seen.

Dai Mubai stepped across the threshold and entered the academy.

The main road, paved with bluestone slabs, leads straight to the teaching building. The road surface is smooth and clean. Newly planted saplings are planted on both sides of the road. Although they have not yet grown, they are arranged in neat rows, showing that they were carefully planned.

On the left and right sides are training fields, paved with smooth, polished stone slabs. Various equipment, such as climbing frames, balance beams, and obstacle courses, are neatly arranged in rows, all brand new.

Around the training ground, a dark blue flag is planted at intervals, with straight flagpoles and the flag fluttering in the wind.

Dai Mubai's gaze fell on the flag, and he paused slightly in surprise.

The flag is dark blue, with a golden emblem embroidered in the center. The emblem features a four-eyed owl with outstretched wings, protecting a golden flame in the center. The outline of a phoenix is ​​faintly visible within the flame. Below the emblem are two crossed swords, and below the swords is an open book.

The overall design features simple lines, a rigorous composition, and a subdued color scheme. The gold stands out against the deep blue background, striking yet not glaring, bold yet measured.

Dai Mubai had seen many academy flags. The flag of the Star Luo Royal Academy was gold with red patterns, which was impressive, but he always felt it was a bit tacky. The flags of other academies were mostly colorful and flamboyant, as if they wanted to pile on every element imaginable.

But Shrek Academy's flag is different.

It stood there, silent and unassuming, yet it was impossible to look away. Its calm yet domineering presence was like that of a lurking beast, ready to unleash a devastating attack when it finally did.

Dai Mubai's lips curled up slightly.

"Wow, these flags and signs are so cool!"

"Even the flag and emblem of the Star Luo Royal Academy aren't this imposing!"

"I hope it's not just for show."

He thought these three sentences to himself, but didn't say them aloud.

He walked across the training field and saw the teaching building and dormitory.

They weren't luxurious palace-style buildings, but each one was sturdy, clean, and practical. The exterior walls had been repainted, the roof tiles were neatly arranged, and the windows were bright and clean. They were nothing like the "dilapidated houses" of legend.

Dai Mubai walked deeper into the courtyard, passing a clothes-drying area, when he suddenly stopped.

Several sets of dark blue clothes were hanging on the clothesline.

The coat features a stand-up collar, double-breasted brass buttons, and is fully equipped with epaulettes, collar insignia, and cuff decorations. It is cinched at the waist with a belt, and the trousers have a crisp, clean crease.

Dai Mubai stared at the clothes, his eyes slowly widening.

He has seen many school uniforms.

The uniforms of Xingluo Royal Academy are gold and red, made of luxurious velvet fabric and embroidered with intricate patterns. They look good, but wearing them always feels like wearing a theatrical costume; they're uncomfortable, make you feel awkward, and make your hands and feet feel clumsy.

He had seen the uniforms of the Heavenly Dou Royal Academy before; they were white robes with silver trim, flowing and elegant, but he always felt that something was missing.

But this set is different.

The deep blue main color is calm and sophisticated, the stand-up collar design is crisp and clean, the double-breasted brass buttons have a strong sense of symmetry, and the waist belt design makes the whole body proportions better. It is not the kind of flashy and technically sophisticated design, but uses the simplest elements to create the most ultimate effect.

Dai Mubai had never seen such a beautiful school uniform anywhere else.

He was even a little impatient to try it on.

"What are you looking at?"

A voice came from behind.

Dai Mubai turned around and saw two boys walking towards him. Both were wearing the same dark blue school uniform. One was tall and slender with a handsome face and a calm gaze that didn't seem like that of a seven-year-old. The other was fair-skinned and had a faint smile on his lips.

Ma Hongjun saw Dai Mubai staring at the school uniform on the clothesline and understood what was going on.

"Isn't he handsome?"

"That's our school uniform. If you pass the test, you can get one too."

Dai Mubai withdrew his gaze, his face remaining expressionless, but inwardly he was already looking forward to it.

He subtly withdrew his gaze without saying a word.

Ma Hongjun's lips curled up slightly; of course he knew what Dai Mubai was thinking.

Flander's voice came from the office: "Dai Mubai, come and fill out the form."

You need to register before taking the test.

This is the procedure.

It was a spacious and bright room, completely different from the rumored "run-down office." There were brand-new desks and chairs, clean walls, and a teapot and several teacups on the table. The tea was this year's new tea, and steam was rising gently.

Flander sat behind the table, holding a pen in his hand, with a form spread out in front of him.

"Name, age, martial spirit, spirit power level, spirit ring configuration, and family background."

Dai Mubai sat down in the chair opposite Flander and answered them one by one.

"Dai Mubai. Ten years old. Martial Soul: White Tiger. Level 29, two rings, one hundred years."

Flander's pen moved quickly across the paper, recording all this information.

"Family background".

Dai Mubai remained silent for a moment.

"Star Luo Empire, Royal Family"

The room fell silent for a moment.

Zhao Wuji leaned against the door frame and frowned slightly when he heard the word "royal family".

Flander's expression remained unchanged. He paused briefly on the paper with his pen before continuing to write.

"A prince from the Star Luo Empire, coming to this wretched place of mine to study?"

"Your place isn't broken," Dai Mubai said.

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