Douro Continent

Chapter 163 Special Training Phase One Begins (Part 1)

The master picked up a large bowl, scooped out two large spoonfuls from the pot that was constantly emitting the aroma of meat, and handed them to Tang San. Then he grabbed two steamed buns and two eggs from the side, placed them on a plate, and put them in front of him.

"Eat up. You children are all growing, so you need plenty of nutrition. A healthy body is the foundation of cultivation. Without a strong body, how can you withstand the immense soul power? Yesterday, I carefully considered your experiences in the Star Dou Great Forest, especially absorbing the Human-Faced Demon Spider soul ring beyond your own level. Your success is certainly related to your unwavering will, but your physical strength also played a crucial role. Many soul masters only focus on cultivating their soul power and skills, neglecting the most fundamental physical training. Perhaps you won't see any results in the short term, but in the long run, it will inevitably hinder their advancement to higher levels."

Upon receiving the breakfast from the master, Tang San couldn't help but feel a surge of appetite. The rich broth had clearly been simmering for a long time, and the meat, cut into small pieces, was stewed until tender. There was also a faint medicinal fragrance in it. Just by smelling it, Tang San felt his stomach rumbling.

The master chef's culinary skills were even better than he had imagined. The broth was rich and flavorful, and the tender meat almost melted in his mouth. Served with two steamed buns and two eggs, this was the first time Tang San had eaten such a hearty breakfast since arriving at Shrek Academy. A warm, comforting feeling spread throughout his body from his stomach, an indescribable comfort.

Tang San had just finished eating when he heard Xiao Wu's voice from outside, "It smells so good! Looks like we're going to have something good to eat today."

Two people entered the cafeteria: Xiao Wu and Ning Rongrong, her roommate. Others might not know Master's temper, but Xiao Wu certainly did. Tang San was Master's disciple, and after so many years of being around him, she had a fairly good understanding of him.

"Master, hello." Xiao Wu bowed respectfully to the master.

The master nodded to her, but the smile he gave Tang San was gone. To be precise, apart from Tang San, very few people could see the master smile.

Ning Rongrong twitched her nose. She had been forcibly pulled up by Xiao Wu and was still a little sleepy, but the rich aroma of meat gradually woke her up.

The master handed each of them a bowl of meat soup, a steamed bun, and an egg. This was half the amount given to Tang San. Girls, after all, have smaller appetites.

"Eat up, there's more if you want."

Xiao Wu and Ning Rongrong were also tempted by the aroma of the meat soup and immediately started eating their breakfast.

Seeing Xiao Wu bring Ning Rongrong over, Tang San suddenly realized that he should have called Oscar as well. He understood Grandmaster better than Xiao Wu and knew that his teacher's temper was not as calm as it appeared. His unyielding character made him live up to his name, extremely fierce and resolute.

Thinking of this, Tang San hurriedly bid farewell to the master. He not only had to call Oscar, but also a few other people.

Thanks to Tang San's efforts, everyone was able to enjoy breakfast. While the few people who were woken up by Tang San at the beginning were somewhat dissatisfied, after eating such a sumptuous breakfast, everyone praised it highly.

Half an hour later, the bell rang for class. It was time to assemble.

The sun shines brightly on the earth, its warmth bringing dryness and vibrant life. All things revive in the bright sunshine. A new day has begun.

The master stood with his hands behind his back in the center of the playground, looking at the seven students arranged by age. He was the only teacher present today. Flanders had said that from this day forward, all the academy's teachers would assist the master in teaching.

The master's cold gaze swept over everyone. "Tomorrow at breakfast time, I hope to see you all in the cafeteria earlier than usual. Food needs time to digest, so you shouldn't engage in strenuous exercise immediately. I will prepare breakfast at dawn, and if you haven't come to eat within half an hour, then you don't need to eat."

Master Wei Ling's gaze swept over the students. He could tell that some of them hadn't listened, but he didn't emphasize it again.

"I have learned about your respective martial spirits and abilities. Starting today, I will begin intensive training for you. Dai Mubai, step forward."

Dai Mubai stepped forward, his wicked eyes flashing with a glint of light. Perhaps his private life wasn't exactly exemplary in the past, but in class, he was absolutely a model student. To him, the teacher's words were commands.

The master looked at the tall Dai Mubai and said, "I'm giving you a task. Starting now, take down all six of them one by one without breaking any bones."

"Huh?" Dai Mubai was stunned for a moment, looking at the master in surprise.

The master's expression stiffened. "You have level 37 soul power, while their highest is only level 31. Is there a problem?"

Dai Mubai turned to look at everyone, his gaze immediately landing on Tang San. He could disregard others, but Tang San's incredible skill with hidden weapons made him unable to be unafraid.

"Tang San, step forward." The master's voice rang out again.

Tang San immediately stepped forward and stood beside Dai Mubai.

The master looked at Tang San and said, "You are not allowed to use your third soul skill or your special weapons. You can begin now."

"Wait a minute." It was Dai Mubai who spoke up. "Master, this isn't fair. If Tang San can't go all out, then what's the point of us fighting? His level is already lower than mine, and if we restrict his soul skills, then I'll gain too much of an advantage. Although Tang San's third soul ring, the Man-Faced Demon Spider, is quite powerful, I have confidence in myself."

The master calmly said, "If he uses his third spirit ring, you will have no chance. Control-type spirit masters are strongest in one-on-one combat until they encounter a spirit that counters them. Since you insist, then let Tang San use his third spirit ring. As partners, you also need to understand each other."

Everyone else instinctively stepped back, and the master was no exception. Soul Masters above level 30 already possess considerable power, and they cannot control their soul power to the point of complete mastery, making it easy for them to accidentally injure others.

Dai Mubai's evil eyes gradually turned red. Although his opponent was six levels lower than him, he dared not be careless in the slightest. The students of Shrek Academy were all monsters, but the only monster he truly feared was Tang San.

"You mistress, watch out, I won't hold back."

Tang San simply nodded without saying a word. He could clearly feel that Dai Mubai's muscles were completely tense, and he looked like a tiger descending a mountain, poised to pounce.

A pale white light suddenly erupted from Dai Mubai's body. His arms stretched out to the sides, his chest puffed out, his bones cracked, and his muscles swelled, straining against his clothes. The air around him seemed to become turbulent.

Dai Mubai's martial spirit, the White Tiger, has already been attached to him.

Blue light surged from Tang San's body. The Blue Silver Grass, which had become thinner after being modified by the Human-Faced Demon Spider Soul Ring, quietly extended from Tang San's feet.

Slowly raising his right hand towards Dai Mubai, who was poised to attack, Tang San solemnly said, "Mubai, if you can break through my third soul skill, then you will win."

Dai Mubai's spirits lifted. Not only him, but the other students watching the battle were also watching Tang San intently. They all wanted to see just how powerful Tang San's third soul skill would be after experiencing such intense pain.

Dai Mubai's evil eyes instantly merged into one. Without any hesitation, the third soul ring on his body, its crystalline purple color instantly released, unleashing his third soul skill, White Tiger Vajra Transformation.

The White Tiger Martial Soul, now infused with power, caused his body to swell once more, his muscles bulging exaggeratedly, completely bursting his clothes to reveal terrifying muscle contours. Black horizontal stripes appeared on his skin, and his tiger paws grew even larger, the blades protruding from them turning a bright silver. His entire body was enveloped in a strong golden light, as if he were gilded. His blood-red eyes gleamed with a bloodthirsty light, and his entire being exuded the domineering aura of a king of beasts.

When Dai Mubai first fought Tang San, he used the White Tiger Vajra Transformation to instantly break through Tang San's second spirit ring skill, Parasitism. Now, facing Tang San again, he used his strongest spirit skill, aiming to break through Tang San's Blue Silver Grass with his sharp tiger claws.

"Watch out." Tang San's Blue Silver Grass instantly activated, and countless vines swarmed out, some soaring into the air, some gliding along the ground, and some bypassing from the side, rushing towards Dai Mubai from all directions.

Dai Mubai is a power-type Soul Master who focuses on strong attacks. Agility is not his forte. Seeing the Blue Silver Grass wrapping around him, he did not dodge. The golden light on his body suddenly became even stronger, and he charged towards the Blue Silver Grass.

Dai Mubai took only three steps before his massive body came to a halt. The first spirit ring skill of Blue Silver Grass, Entanglement, was activated, tightly binding his body within.

Dai Mubai instinctively wanted to use his own strength to break free from the Blue Silver Grass, just like last time. However, he realized something was wrong the moment he exerted his strength.

With the attributes of the third spirit ring infused into it, the Blue Silver Grass became thinner, but its toughness increased exponentially. Even with all his strength, Dai Mubai was unable to break the Blue Silver Grass; instead, the thinner Blue Silver Grass dug into his muscles.

(End of this chapter)