Douluo: Dragon King's Tai Chi Mystery

“I’m standing in front of Shrek Academy. If you’re not satisfied, come and fight me.” Leng Yaozhu said coldly. “Yali, you didn’t keep your promise. It seems that Xuanzhen and Na’er don’t need to become exchange students. The Spirit Pagoda should also cooperate with the Sun and Moon Federation.”

"Wait a moment!"

In her haste, Ya Li spoke up, her beautiful green eyes glaring at Cai Yue'er as she coldly shouted, "Get out! From now on, you won't be taking the new student assessments anymore!"

I'll tell Brother Ming that you're being stripped of all your positions, and Zhuo Shi will be appointed Dean of the Outer Court. You'd better go back to the Sea God Pavilion and cultivate your character in seclusion!

"Sister Yali..."

The usually good-tempered Holy Spirit Douluo suddenly flew into a rage, which really startled Cai Yue'er. After hesitating for a long time, she could only leave the room unwillingly and accept Ya Li's punishment.

"I'm sorry, Yaozhu, I didn't expect Yue'er to be so willful. I've already punished her. Xuanzhen will always be your disciple, and this situation will never happen again," Yali said apologetically.

"You'd better be able to do that."

Leng Yaozhu hung up the call and didn't mention the matter of making the two of them leave Shrek Academy again.

Ya Li breathed a sigh of relief. Shrek Academy desperately needed to restore its reputation, and enrolling Zhao Xuanzhen and Na'er was the best option. Moreover, Cai Yue'er really needed to be disciplined; if left unchecked, she would inevitably cause a huge mess sooner or later.

"Aunt Leng is so domineering! I thought that Silver Moon Douluo was so powerful, but he still got knocked away." Na'er said with a starry face.

Zhao Xuanzhen smiled slightly. Cai Yue'er's actions could only be described as conforming to stereotypes, but the Holy Spirit Douluo Ya Li was unexpectedly decisive in her actions.

Without Cai Yue'er's reckless interference, Shrek Academy can be half as peaceful again.

"It was just a minor incident, don't worry about it, the assessment continues," Ya Li said gently. "Xuanzhen, what do you think your strength is?"

"Actual combat."

Upon hearing this, all the examiners, including Ya Li, were slightly taken aback. Zhao Xuanzhen was the first student they had ever seen whose specialty was practical combat. However, upon further reflection, this answer made perfect sense, since all so-called specialties serve practical combat purposes.

"Open the eighth level ahead of schedule."

As Ya Li's voice fell, a wall suddenly rose up, revealing ten young people dressed in Shrek's dark green school uniforms, both male and female, with different expressions.

"The eighth level is a comprehensive battle. Before you are the Shrek Academy students from the previous year," Ya Li said with a smile. "Since your specialty is practical combat, then prove it with a battle."

Xuanzhen, you may challenge any student at will. This battle will determine your scores in the fourth and eighth stages, so please take it seriously.

Here's a hint: one of them is ranked even higher than you on the list of young geniuses.

On the way to Shrek Academy, Zhao Xuanzhen memorized the appearances of the top four on the list of young geniuses. His gaze locked onto a black-haired woman with a slender figure and sweet appearance, but her dark eyes were filled with coldness.

Fourth on the list of young geniuses: Swan Mojue.

Their eyes met, and just as Mo Jue thought he would be challenged as a matter of course, Zhao Xuanzhen slowly spoke:

"One-on-one isn't exactly a special skill, you guys..."

"Let's all come at him together."

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Chapter 44: The most terrifying episode for second graders – Don't underestimate the bond between auspicious beasts! (5K)

"Insanity!"

"He's here to cause trouble!"

"Honor! Shrek's honor must not be desecrated!"

Upon hearing the audacious challenge of taking on ten opponents, the Shrek Academy students were initially taken aback. After realizing they hadn't misheard, the crowd became excited, their faces turning red and their saliva spitting out three meters.

"Senior Holy Spirit, I can take on ten of them single-handedly without any problem, right?"

Zhao Xuanzhen stretched his limbs slightly, completely ignoring the murderous glares directed at him. He wasn't there to be a model student; he was there to show the Shrek Academy students what a monster was!

"You decide what to do when it comes to showcasing your talents," Yali waved her hand, still maintaining a gentle smile.

Seeing that the examiner, Ya Li, had agreed to this battle where the numbers were vastly different, Mo Jue gazed at the handsome young man opposite him and lowered his voice to say to his teammates:

"Tai Chi Zhao Xuanzhen, ranked fifth on the newly emerging list of young geniuses. At the opening ceremony of the Tianhai Alliance Grand Competition, he led the little-known Donghai Academy to defeat the Shrek team composed of Yu Yuanheng and Ning Xian."

I've seen the video of that battle; Zhao Xuanzhen's combat power is terrifying. In a one-on-one fight, Yu Yuanheng, amplified by the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda, barely managed to deal any effective damage, ultimately suffering a crushing defeat against the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus's signature lightning attack.

A genius of this caliber is no fool; he has the ability to take on ten men at once. Don't let anger cloud your judgment; follow my instructions.

I'll use a curse to weaken Zhao Xuanzhen's combat power from a distance. Zhou Xin will have the strongest attack, and everyone else will press forward to buy Zhou Xin time to finish the battle in one strike.

"Yes, Sister Mo!"

While the Shrek Academy students felt insulted, Mo Jue was the only one who remained calm and composed, quickly stabilizing morale and arranging combat tactics.

All of them were second-year students at Shrek Academy. As the vice class monitor, Mo Jue had great prestige within the class, and everyone clearly trusted her, so they were united as one!

"The other side seems to have changed their momentum, be careful not to crash," Na'er joked.

"Say something auspicious next time."

Zhao Xuanzhen glared at her irritably, then flashed and landed thirty meters away from the Shrek Academy students.

"The assessment begins!"

As Ya Li gave the order, all eleven people from both sides released their spirit rings. The moment Zhao Xuanzhen's three ten-thousand-year spirit rings rose from his feet, the Shrek Academy members' eyes involuntarily twitched.

At the same time, ten Shrek Academy students revealed their cultivation levels: Swan Ink Jade, a four-ring Soul Master, with four Soul Rings of Purple Purple Purple Purple radiating a noble brilliance. Black feathers spread down their long hair to their chests, and their aura became viscous and dark.

The top-tier martial spirit, Black Swan, excels at curses and ranged attacks.

Besides Mo Jue, Shrek Academy also has a Soul Master named Zhou Xin, whose Soul Rings are two yellow and two purple. He raises a platinum longbow, places his right hand on the bowstring, and his spirit and energy increase at an astonishing speed!

The Chongguang Bow is an extremely specialized weapon spirit, lacking any defensive or control capabilities, but possessing only the ultimate offensive power!

"on!"

Mo Jue shouted coldly. Zhou Xin gathered his strength on the spot and injected energy into the Chongguang Bow. The other eight Soul Masters were like beasts released from their cages. Their Soul Rings shone brightly and surrounded Zhao Xuanzhen from all directions!

Shrek Academy recruits students every three years, accepting only about one hundred students each time. The students who pass the assessment are all quite skilled. Leading the way is a phantom black shadow, Ghost Tiger Soul Master!

A skull burning with black flames floated above Zhao Xuanzhen's head. The Black Swan's curse arrived at just the right time. Ghost Tiger Soul Venerable smiled coldly, and his body, which was running wildly, swayed and split into three figures that were indistinguishable from each other!

Third Soul Skill: Ghost Shadow Clone!

"Roar--"

The tiger roared, and the Ghost Tiger charged forward without hesitation. In his sight, Zhao Xuanzhen's jet-black third soul ring shone brightly, his black hair turned into a crystal-clear pale white, and his body was like transparent glass.

Half a second later, Ghost Tiger Soul Master's expression suddenly turned to horror, because he saw Zhao Xuanzhen's eyes staring intently at his true form, white light flashing, Zhao Xuanzhen's burst speed was actually faster than this agility-type soul master!

"boom!"

At high speed, there was no way to avoid it. Ghost Tiger Soul Venerable did not have time to change direction, and the two collided heavily. Ghost Tiger Soul Venerable's facial features were instantly distorted, and an unbearable pain came from his lower abdomen. His body was thrown into the air and flew backward, his whole body in the air like a bent shrimp!

It was punched so hard it became a foldable screen!

Xuanhua Axe Soul Venerable roared and charged forward, his axe blade whipping up a gale. Zhao Xuanzhen blocked with a single whip while stepping forward and supporting his hammer with his hand.

The raw, powerful force of Yang Shou surged along the axe blade, causing Xuanhua Axe Soul Venerable's hands to go numb and ache, his slashing power and speed greatly diminished. Zhao Xuanzhen twisted his waist and shifted his stance to pass through the axe's edge, unleashing a sudden burst of hidden power from his elbow. Xuanhua Axe Soul Venerable's tall body trembled, and he collapsed limply to the ground!

In the blink of an eye, the two Soul Masters lost their fighting ability. At this moment, the Shrek Academy students finally understood why Zhao Xuanzhen dared to take on ten opponents at once!

Arrogance requires ability, and he happens to have it!

With his first soul ring lit, Zhao Xuanzhen's Qi flowed freely, attaching to his palms. His arms traced a perfect circular trajectory, his cross-shaped hands catching the red-tasseled spear that was attacking from the side. As he twisted, the spear shaft coiled, and Zhao Xuanzhen's palm slid along the twisted shaft towards the Soul Master's chest and abdomen, the hidden force causing the Soul Master's soul power to dissipate.

Iron-Bone Bull and Dark Dragon Horse, the two Soul Masters, charged from the left and right, trying to turn the tide of the battle. Zhao Xuanzhen blocked their way and lowered his arm, using a single whip to form a bridge, binding the two together. After changing to the move White Crane Spreads Wings, he struck the temples of the two men with both palms. The deadly move suddenly turned into a gentle push when it touched their skin.

The two retreated rapidly, struggling to regain their balance. They looked at each other with wry smiles and dispelled their martial spirit possession. They sensed that Zhao Xuanzhen had shown mercy, and wisely withdrew from the battle, becoming spectators.

Watching the boy, who resembled a humanoid Tyrannosaurus Rex, sweep across the battlefield, causing his teammates to scream in pain, the two belatedly realized that they were covered in cold sweat and secretly suspected that this monster was not human at all, but a machine born for battle with such strength and skill!

"Unparalleled skill..."

Ya Li's eyes gleamed with admiration. This was undoubtedly a one-sided battle. Zhao Xuanzhen's boxing style was like art, each move full of charm, combining beauty and power. The so-called number of people was useless in the face of overwhelming strength!

The average quality of the ten people was far inferior to that of the Shrek Academy team, and they lacked the 40% attribute boost from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda. Zhao Xuanzhen easily defeated this group of Soul Masters of the same level!

"Zhou Xin, aren't you done yet!"

A defensive Soul Master turned around and roared, his voice so shrill it was heartbreaking to hear, mixed with the muffled thuds of someone being brutally beaten.

"immediately!"

Zhou Xin was covered in sweat. The Chongguang Bow could concentrate a Soul Master's entire Soul Power into a single arrow, but this earth-shattering strike required a long preparation time!

Deathbow, hurry up and charge it up!

"Om-"

Suddenly, the Heavy Light Bow emitted a crisp hum, as if white-gold flames were overflowing from it. Zhou Xin's aura immediately became full of confidence, and his four spirit rings flashed one after another.

First Soul Skill: Break - Increases penetration power! Second Soul Skill: Swift - Increases speed! Third Soul Skill: Explode - Causes an explosion upon hit! Fourth Soul Skill: Radiance - Greatly increases light attribute!

"Even a five-ring Soul King would be severely injured if hit by this Aurora Arrow!"

Zhou Xin narrowed his eyes, nocked an arrow, and drew the bowstring almost to its fullest extent. A platinum arrow formed from condensed light shone with dazzling brilliance, piercing the air and flying straight toward Zhao Xuanzhen!

"Yin and Yang reversed!"

A black and white vortex swirled around Zhao Xuanzhen, and the aurora arrow, upon entering the vortex, began to rotate along with it. Seeing this, Zhou Xin, his face pale, let out a loud "Holy crap!" after draining all his soul power.

In an instant, he lost control of the Aurora Arrow!

"go back!"

Zhao Xuanzhen unleashed the second stage of Yin-Yang Reversal, with the Aurora Arrow infused with Yin-Yang energy, hurtling towards Swan Mojue, who was secretly casting a curse from the side!

The Aurora Arrow was incredibly powerful. Mo Jue's first reaction was to flap his swan wings to dodge it, but he quickly discovered that the Yin-Yang Reversal had a locking effect!

Judges Ya Li and Elder Li were dumbfounded. Absorption, rebound, and head lock—the only soul master in the Douluo Continent with such a cunning soul skill was Zang Xin, the Amorous Douluo of the Tang Sect!

The purple soul ring at the bottom of the list shone brightly, and Mo Jue held a dark green spear with three skulls on its tip, each representing a curse effect: weakness, fear, and pain!

Black Swan's fourth soul skill: Cursed Spear!

"boom--"

The two soul skills clashed, the power of light and darkness being incompatible, frantically eroding each other. The Aurora Arrow after the reversal of Yin and Yang was even better than the original. Mo Jue fell from the sky, his feathers disheveled, and he coughed up a mouthful of blood.

"I'm sorry, Sister Mo..."

Having brutally defeated his beloved vice-squad leader, Zhou Xin knelt on the ground, his brows furrowed with shame and remorse. For some reason, Zhao Xuanzhen seemed to glimpse a hint of smugness at the formidable power of the Chongguang Bow in his eyes!

Mo Jue and Yu Yuanheng have different cultivation paths, but they are both absolute geniuses in their respective fields. When facing a Soul Master like Zhao Xuanzhen, Yu Yuanheng is naturally superior to Mo Jue.

Black Swan's curses tend to be weakened, making her more suitable for teaming up with strong teammates and taking the lead as the core of controlling the entire battlefield. This time, her teammates weren't strong enough; even a skilled cook can't make a meal without ingredients. Moreover, Mo Jue noticed a fatal problem: her curses were ineffective against Zhao Xuanzhen, blocked by an unyielding will!

Mo Jue raised her hand to wipe the blood from the corner of her lips, her expression solemn. When she was young, her elders told her that the Black Swan's curse was ineffective against Soul Masters with mental combat skills. Those Soul Masters had strong wills and could not be swayed by dark curses!

"A nemesis, huh..."

Trying her best to appear calm, Mo Jue's trembling hands betrayed her turbulent inner turmoil. Being the nemesis of martial spirits meant being subservient to others for life, and this feeling of being forever inferior was unbearable.

The eldest sister, Mo Jue, had suffered a sharp decline in combat power, and the second brother, Zhou Xin, had exhausted his soul power and was also an internal traitor. Of the ten Shrek Academy students, only a few remained. Watching Zhao Xuanzhen approach step by step, they swallowed hard, their fighting spirit completely gone, their faces filled with terror.

The scariest episode ever!

"The battle is over."

There was no point in continuing the fight, so Yali stopped the match. With a gentle wave of her hand, tiny specks of life light fell into everyone's bodies, healing the wounds left by the battle.

"Fourth stage: Special skill assessment; Eighth stage: Comprehensive combat; Full marks."

Ya Li looked at Zhao Xuanzhen and nodded slightly in affirmation.

The assessment continues; the fifth stage tests the second profession, with a perfect score at level three.

Na'er is a level 4 mecha repairman, and Zhao Xuanzhen is a level 4 of the three second-class professions. The two of them got full marks without any effort.

The sixth test is on food intake. Soul power is prohibited; you must rely solely on your own appetite to pass. You must eat fifteen steamed buns within thirty minutes to pass. For every five buns you eat beyond that, you gain one point. Mutual assistance is allowed.

Two huge trays were piled high with mountains of steamed buns. Yali and the other examiners thought that the test, which had nothing to do with combat ability, would give the two a headache. But then something happened that surprised them.

Na'er then demonstrated how she could eat a steamed bun in three bites, chewing and munching away, causing the mountain of steamed buns to collapse at a visible speed!

At this point, a smart person would ask, "Has Zhao Xuanzhen eaten?"

Of course not!

Two plates of steamed buns weren't enough for Na'er to show off, so Zhao Xuanzhen didn't dare to reach out, fearing that Na'er would bite him because she was possessive of her food!

After eating for thirty minutes, Na'er devoured two hundred steamed buns in one go, happily patted her flat little belly, and said she was only 30% full!

The seventh test is an endurance test, consisting of three parts, with no time limit: a 10,000-meter run, 1,000 50-kilogram squats, and 1,000 pull-ups. The maximum score is achieved by completing all three parts within one hour.

Needless to say, Zhao Xuanzhen easily dealt with the body of the original martial soul. Na'er didn't exert much effort either; her physical attributes were exceptionally outstanding, even stronger than Gu Yue, who inherited 70% of the Silver Dragon King's power.