Douluo's Spirit Pearl Divine Sword

Flander then dared to step forward and help Zhao Wuji up. Zhao Wuji complained, "Flander, you're really disloyal. You just stood by and watched the show. If it weren't for the fact that neither of you had any intention of killing me, my body would probably be cold by now."

"What do you know? If they wanted to kill you, adding me would save us from dying. You should be grateful that only His Majesty Lei Ying from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School came today. If it had been His Majesty Jian, you would probably have lost at least an arm or a leg. And His Majesty Haotian, that's a ruthless person who even dared to fight the Pope. What would someone like him have to hold back?" Flander replied irritably.

"I'm so unlucky. Who knew that among the four kids who came to take the exam, two of them would actually come from the number one and number two sects in the world? Do you think there won't be another Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Clan among them? If that's the case, boss, I'm going to quit my job and run away!" Zhao Wuji had already been beaten into a psychological state.

Yu Yuanzhen, the Thunder Douluo of the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Clan, is not a good-tempered person. He hates evil as if it were his enemy. Given Zhao Wuji's previous infamous reputation on the continent, he dares not guarantee that the Emperor will show the same mercy as Haotian Douluo and Thunder Eagle Douluo today.

Flander gave him a helpless look. "What nonsense are you thinking? Just having the Haotian Sect and the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect is already incredibly lucky for Shrek Academy. And the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex family?"

Flander helped Zhao Wuji back to the academy.

The night was already deep, and none of the students at Shrek Academy knew that so much had happened on this seemingly peaceful night. As for Zhao Wuji's face, which had been swollen like a pig's head, it would probably be difficult for him to recover in a short time.

Chapter 94 Ning Rongrong Rejects Oscar's Rules of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School

The next morning, Flander gathered the Shrek Seven Devils and began their first lesson, but in reality, the morning lesson was only for Ning Rongrong and Oscar; the others' lessons were in the evening.

The first lesson was simple: run laps around the village twenty times. Support-type Soul Masters must learn to run away; that's common sense.

However, this lap is really long. With the stamina of a support-type Soul Master, it's impossible to finish it. Oscar is alright, though, because his sausages can replenish his stamina and Soul Power.

Ning Rongrong couldn't stand it, because she simply refused to eat sausages made from such a lewd soul curse.

In fact, Flander had no hope that Ning Rongrong could finish the race. He could tell that Ning Rongrong was a rich young lady and he just wanted to give her a hard time and put her on the back of her guard.

If Ning Rongrong can't take it anymore and runs away, Flander has prepared a whole bunch of trash talk to mock her.

However, this time, he underestimated Ning Rongrong. Ning Rongrong was indeed unable to run the entire course, but she would not run away halfway. Under Tianlin's guidance, she also had the belief that she would never give up until the very last moment.

"Hey, Rongrong, you can't keep going like this. Why don't you eat one of my sausages? Otherwise, no matter how hard you try, you won't be able to finish the race." Oscar kept trying to comfort Ning Rongrong, who was covered in sweat.

Ning Rongrong glanced at him coldly. "It's not your place to call me Rongrong. We're not that close. Just call me Ning Tongxue. As for your sausage, you can keep it for yourself. I won't touch it."

"Don't say that. We'll be together for the next few years, so let's get to know each other first." Oscar had been with Dai Mubai for years and had long since learned his shameless tactics for picking up girls.

Ning Rongrong immediately realized that this guy had taken a liking to her. At twelve years old, she was developing faster than ordinary people because she was a Soul Master. Now she was a graceful young woman. She had seen many such admiring eyes when she was in the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School. However, everyone in the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School knew about Tian Lin's existence, so no one dared to flirt with her so openly.

"You like me?" Ning Rongrong asked directly.

"Hehe, you figured it out. To be honest, this is the first time I've ever seen such a beautiful girl like you." Oscar blushed. He looked mature, but unlike the battle-hardened Dai Mubai and Ma Hongjun, he was actually still a pure virgin.

“Then I advise you to give up. First of all, I already have someone I like, my brother Jian. And according to the rules of my Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, the person I marry in the future can only be a Soul Master, so there is no possibility between us.” Ning Rongrong decisively rejected Oscar.

Perhaps because of her mischievous personality, Ning Rongrong in the original novel wouldn't have been so direct in expressing her dislike for Oscar, even if she initially disliked him. Instead, she might have found it amusing to keep this idiot hanging on like this. But now, having learned to respect people, Ning Rongrong won't give him unrealistic hopes.

Oscar froze on the spot upon hearing this. The goddess already had someone she liked, and because he was also a support-type Soul Master, he did not meet the rules of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School at all.

My beautiful first love ended before it even began!

Ning Rongrong ignored him and ran forward on her own.

At this moment, a young man, Tianlin, arrived in Soto City, not far away.

He had already obtained the pills he needed from the disciples of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School. Coincidentally, Qin Ming was preparing to bring the Royal Fighting Team to the Soto City Great Soul Arena for training, just like in the original story, so he arrived ahead of time.

His purpose was naturally to see Ning Rongrong. He was worried that Ning Rongrong was being bullied at Shrek Academy, especially by Dai Mubai. If he threatened Rongrong like in the original story, Tianlin would kill him in a heartbeat.

After asking a passerby for the address, Tianlin headed straight towards Shrek Academy.

Around noon, Ning Rongrong and Oscar returned to the academy, and Flander asked, "Have you both finished running?"

"Yes, I...we all finished!" Oscar said. Actually, he was the only one who finished, but he was worried that Ning Rongrong would be punished, so he lied. Even if Ning Rongrong didn't like him, she was still the first girl he had ever liked.

"I don't need you to cover it up for me. Reporting to the Dean, twenty laps was just too long. I didn't finish the whole course. On the seventeenth lap, I just couldn't keep up anymore," Ning Rongrong said frankly.

"Okay, I understand. I'll work hard to make up for my shortcomings in this area in the future." Flander was unusually unapologetic, showing no sign of blame, which left Oscar completely bewildered.

"You find it strange, but why am I not angry?" Seeing Oscar's expression, how could Flander not understand his thoughts? He smiled and said, "Actually, I'm also very surprised. Rongrong, as a young lady from a wealthy family, I didn't expect you to have such perseverance. You really ran until you were completely exhausted before giving up. You can train if you lack physical strength, but this kind of perseverance is the key to becoming stronger. You make me very satisfied, so why would I be angry!"

“This is what my brother Jian taught me. He said that you can only know where your limits are by trying hard yourself. People who give up halfway will never find their limits. Only by finding your limits can you break through them and reach a higher realm.” Ning Rongrong’s face showed pride when she mentioned Tianlin.

"It's that Sword Brother again!" Tang San was very curious about who this Sword Brother Ning Rongrong was talking about was. She had previously said that the reason her soul power was so profound was because of this person's help. Now she was saying such philosophical things. He must be an extraordinary person. He really wanted to get to know him.

"Brother Sword?" Flander seemed thoughtful. "Rongrong, are you talking about the number one genius of your Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, Sword Master, Jun Tianlin?"

Because Tianlin easily defeated the Spirit Hall's Golden Generation at the Conferment Ceremony, his reputation had already spread far and wide. In recent years, Chenxin would occasionally take Tianlin out to train, since he needed to cultivate the Seven Kill Sword Technique and couldn't just stop killing people. Now, many bandits, bullies, and even evil spirit masters had met their end under Tianlin's sword.

Thanks to his efforts in punishing evil and upholding justice during this period, the people bestowed upon him the honorable title of "Sword Lord," a name that, as a disciple of the swordsman Chen Xin, was indeed well-deserved.

Ning Rongrong nodded, "That's right, he is my brother Jian. When it comes to genius, no one in this world can compare to him."

Seeing Ning Rongrong's spirited demeanor when she mentioned Tianlin, Oscar felt a pang of sadness. He could now clearly see that Ning Rongrong's claim of having someone she liked wasn't just a perfunctory way of rejecting him; her heart was truly filled with that person.

After the group disbanded, Oscar, still somewhat unwilling to give up, approached Flander. "Teacher, I want to ask you something. Does the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School have a rule that their direct disciples can only marry Battle Soul Masters?"

Upon hearing this, Flander guessed that this guy had fallen for Ning Rongrong. He could only advise, "That's right, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School does have this rule, and to be honest, I think this rule is correct. Two support-type characters together cannot protect each other at all. Oscar, actually I hope that your future partner will also be a battle spirit master. Rongrong is not a good match for you."

"Besides, Rongrong wasn't lying about Tianlin. He is indeed a genius rarely seen in history. He was able to defeat the three members of the Spirit Hall, who were known as the Golden Generation, without any chance to fight back. This shows how strong he is. If you want to compete with him, I'm afraid you have little hope."

"I understand, then I'll go downstairs now, teacher!" Oscar was completely disheartened and returned to his room dejectedly.

Watching Oscar's dejected figure, Flander had no good solution. He could offer guidance on cultivation issues, but when it came to matters of love and relationships, he was completely helpless. He could only hope that Oscar could get over it as soon as possible!

Chapter 95 Tianlin arrives at Shrek Academy and suppresses Dai Mubai

"Shrek Academy, it looks even more dilapidated than I imagined!" Following the directions given by passersby, Tianlin finally arrived at the academy's main gate.

Compared to the Heavenly Dou Royal Academy, this place is like heaven and a doghouse. I don't know how a rich young lady like Rongrong can endure it here.

"Hey, who are you to dare spout such nonsense here?" Dai Mubai, who was just about to go out for a stroll, was furious when he heard Tianlin's exclamation.

Tianlin sized up the man. "Long golden hair, eerie eyes, double pupils—you're Dai Mubai?"

"Oh, so you know me. You're here to join Shrek Academy, aren't you? Well, let me tell you, registration ended yesterday. Anyone who's late for registration isn't qualified to enter Shrek Academy, much less to make comments." As he spoke, Dai Mubai radiated golden light. "Kid, apologize for what you just said, or don't blame me for being impolite."

Tianlin smiled nonchalantly, "Alright, I admit I was rude, but I wasn't wrong, this place really isn't very good. I don't think there are any precious teaching facilities here, not even the most basic simulated training ground, right?"

"Damn it!" Dai Mubai lost his temper and threw a punch at Tianlin. Because it was an angry punch, he used at least seven-tenths of his strength. He only held back the remaining three-tenths because Tianlin was too young.

Tianlin reached out and easily caught Dai Mubai's fist. "You were too impulsive. I was just saying that the training environment here is poor. I didn't mean to belittle Shrek Academy. Is the excellence of your academy determined solely by its level of luxury?"

"What?" Dai Mubai couldn't believe that his punch, which used 70% of his strength, was so easily blocked, and the opponent hadn't even released his martial spirit.

Taking a few steps back, Dai Mubai assumed a serious fighting stance and introduced himself, "Dai Mubai, Level 37 Power Attack Type Battle Soul Master, Martial Soul: Evil-Eyed White Tiger. Who exactly are you?"

A formal self-introduction signifies that Dai Mubai places Tianlin on the same level as himself.

"Want to know who I am? Let me see your skills first." Tianlin beckoned to him.

"Since you won't tell me, I'll beat you until you do! First Soul Skill, White Tiger Protective Barrier!" Dai Mubai's first Soul Skill can increase his attack, defense, and strength by 50% each.

This boost has surpassed the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda before the fourth ring. Of course, it can only boost itself, and it consumes a lot of soul power and the duration is not very long.

With a punch, Dai Mubai went all out this time. With the added protection of the White Tiger Barrier, the power of his punch reached 150%.

This time, Tianlin was not as relaxed as before. Instead, he stood up and threw a punch, which collided with Dai Mubai's. The strong force of their punches caused the surrounding air to tremble.

As a result, the two of them each took two steps back. Dai Mubai was shocked. "This guy's strength is too strong. What kind of martial soul does he have? His physique is so amazing. Could it be the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus?"

Tianlin was also thinking, "Not bad power. Even when Tianheng was a Soul Venerable, his power was only this much. This Evil-Eyed White Tiger is indeed no less than the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex!"

"Let me try again, second soul skill, White Tiger Blazing Light Wave!" The second soul ring lit up, and a huge white light instantly gathered on Dai Mubai's body. With a roar, a ball of milky white light spewed out from his mouth.

This is a powerful ranged, energy-based attack skill.

"That's a good move. Then you take my move too, Sword Control to Subdue Demons!" Tianlin used his fingers as a sword and unleashed a burst of powerful sword energy.

"Sword Control to Subdue Demons" is a relatively high-level sword technique in the Shu Mountain Sword Art. It can manipulate powerful sword energy, with countless sword energies generated from the body. It can transform one sword into ten thousand swords, or gather energy into a sword to kill enemies.

At this moment, Tianlin chose to gather his qi into a sword. A virtual sword formed from sword qi spun and flew towards Baihu Lieguangbo. The powerful attack instantly pierced through the light and stabbed straight at Dai Mubai.

"How is this possible?" Dai Mubai had never been so thoroughly defeated in terms of offensive power before, and for a moment he could hardly believe it.

Just as the sword of energy was about to pierce through his shoulder, he came to his senses. He saw that Dai Mubai's muscles were bulging and black horizontal lines appeared on his skin. He actually managed to block Tianlin's sword of energy with his body.

"Third Soul Skill, White Tiger Vajra Transformation!" Dai Mubai unleashed his millennium-old soul skill at the last moment. During the half-hour transformation, his resistance to abnormal statuses, attack power, defense power, and strength all doubled simultaneously. Dai Mubai roared, "Kid, you've really angered me completely."

"This is not bad, I can introduce myself." Dai Mubai, in his White Tiger Vajra form, has surpassed the strength of an ordinary Soul Master, which is enough to earn Tianlin's recognition. "My name is Jun Tianlin, my Martial Soul is the Demon-Suppressing Sword, and I am a level 45 Power Attack-type Battle Soul Master. Please enlighten me!"

After saying that, a flash of blue light appeared in Tianlin's hand, and the Demon Sword appeared in his grasp. His aura became even more imposing, but he only released his Martial Soul and did not use his Soul Rings, indicating that he was still holding back.

“The Demon-Suppressing Sword, Jun Tianlin?” Dai Mubai thought of something. “You’re the sword brother Ning Rongrong mentioned, but aren’t you about the same age as Ning Rongrong? How come you’re level 45?”

"My cultivation speed is slightly faster than others, there's no need to make such a fuss," Tianlin said naturally.

Dai Mubai felt that Tianlin was showing off. Is this what you call being fast? When he was this age, his soul power was only level 25, almost 20 levels lower.

He even began to doubt himself. Compared to Tianlin, were the seven members of Shrek Academy still considered monsters?

"Hey, now's not the time for you to get distracted. Our battle isn't over yet. Be careful. With my Martial Soul in hand, my attack power is more than twice as strong as before. I won't lose to your White Tiger Vajra Transformation." Tianlin leaped up, raised his longsword high, and slammed it down on Dai Mubai, "Mountain Shattering!"

This is one of the ultimate techniques of Elder Gangzhan of Shushan. He concentrates his mind and pours all his consciousness into the weapon, and strikes the ground with all his might, causing the earth to shake and mountains to crumble.

Dai Mubai activated his first and third amplification soul skills to defend, but the demonic sword seemed to weigh as much as ten thousand pounds, suppressing Dai Mubai so much that he could not move.

"Such immense power! Is this guy really a Soul Master with a Weapon Martial Soul?"

"First Soul Skill, Entanglement!" Just when Dai Mubai was about to give up, a Blue Silver Grass suddenly stretched out, tied around his waist, and pulled him away from Tianlin's attack range.

The people who rushed over were Tang San and Xiao Wu, who had been the first to arrive after hearing the commotion of fighting.

"Who are you, and why did you hurt Mu Bai?" Tang San questioned.

Tianlin smiled slightly, "Don't you remember me? We met once six years ago. Your first soul skill was only just used thanks to my help, wasn't it?"

Chapter 96 Tianlin's Purpose in Coming to Shrek Academy

"You, who are you?" Tang San looked at Tian Lin's face, which seemed somewhat familiar, but after all, six years had passed and they had only met once, so he couldn't remember clearly. However, when he saw the blue sword in Tian Lin's hand, he had a deep impression of it. "This sword, are you, the child who saved me and my teacher in the Soul Hunter Forest six years ago?"

Tianlin nodded. "Not bad, at least you remember me, your savior. Let me introduce myself, my name is Jun Tianlin!"

"Xiao San, do you know each other?" Dai Mubai asked, withdrawing his martial soul. He was not injured; Tian Lin had shown mercy. However, he had used three soul skills in a row, and his soul power was somewhat depleted. He would be fine after meditating for a while.

"Yes, he did me a favor, so why did you fight?" Tang San didn't deny it. Although he was vengeful, he wouldn't forget those who had done him a favor. It just didn't mean he would repay the favor. It all depended on whether Tianlin was of value to him.

Coincidentally, Tianlin thought the same thing. Tang San still had some value to him for the time being, and one of the purposes of his visit was to get some good things from him.

"It's a misunderstanding," Tianlin stepped forward to explain. "He only heard me say that this academy is dilapidated, and he couldn't contain his anger. Little did he know that a place is blessed with outstanding people and auspicious land. Whether a place is excellent or not is not determined by its luxury, but by the kind of people it can produce. After all, it's not the depth of the water that matters, but the presence of dragons that makes it sacred."

"Shrek Academy has the Four-Eyed Cat Owl Flander, the Immovable King Zhao Wuji, and Shao Xin, one of the top five food-type Soul Masters on the continent, so in terms of teaching staff, it can be considered excellent."

"Damn it, why didn't you say that sooner? I thought you were here to cause trouble, and I got beaten up for nothing!" Dai Mubai couldn't help but complain. If he had understood Tianlin's meaning earlier, he wouldn't have had to take action.

"Since it's a misunderstanding, let's just consider it a case of 'no fight, no friendship'." Tang San acted as a peacemaker. Dai Mubai, seeing that he couldn't beat Tian Lin anyway, and not one to stubbornly refuse to admit defeat, agreed to let it go.

Upon hearing this, Tianlin sheathed his demonic sword. Tang San stepped forward and asked, "Brother Jun, may I ask what brings you to Shrek Academy? If you wish to enroll, the enrollment period has already passed. However, given your qualifications, the dean might make an exception. If so, I, Tang San, am willing to help you with your introduction!"

"I'm afraid I'll have to disappoint you this time, Brother Tang. I've already joined the Heavenly Dou Royal Academy. I've only come here to see my little devil who ran away from home," Tian Lin said with a smile.