"The reason why there are so few people in the Inner Court is that some people graduate successfully, while others die, dying on a special and glorious path," Beibei continued.
" Beibei is right. The motto of the Inner Court academy is: Strength and responsibility are equal, and the heart and God of Goodness go hand in hand."
Without Xu Sanshi's interruptions, Xuan Zi gradually got into the swing of things with Beibei's help.
His voice clearly carried a hint of sorrow:
"Because of their sense of responsibility, some students of the Inner Court died fighting for the ideals of the Academy. They were all good children, and although they did not truly graduate, their names will forever remain on the Academy's roster!"
The concepts of responsibility and ideals are still quite unfamiliar to young men and women like Wang Dong'er.
Beibei: Thanks for the invitation. I'm currently at the Academy; this is inside information.
Tang Ya: My ideal...
Wang Dong'er, Xiao Xiao, and Jiang Nannan: Such distant terms...
Xu Sanshi: Guigui, is the pressure really that great? It seems I, as the Flower Protector, have to step in and stay in the Inner Court to protect Nannan!
He Caitou: This deep-seated hatred will be avenged another day!
Huo Yuhao: Hold it in, don't laugh.
This old man is full of talk about benevolence and morality...
Xuan Zi said in a deep voice, "Every year, many Outer Court Core Disciple Academy, and many of them have reached the assessment standards for the Inner Court, but very few actually join the Inner Court. This is because they believe they cannot bear the responsibility of the Inner Court and leave after swearing to keep it a secret."
" The Academy respects the choices of every student, but I want to say that all those who, knowing their responsibilities, still choose to join the Inner Court are heroes, heroes of the entire continent!"
The word "hero" carried an inexplicable weight when spoken by Xuan Zi.
"From the moment you entered the Reserve Team, it meant that you had already stepped into the Inner Court. But precisely because of this, I must confirm whether you are willing to shoulder the responsibilities that belong to the Inner Court before I truly take you out of the Academy."
If you don't want to, you can return to the Academy now and continue Outer Court studies and graduation smoothly. No one will blame you. You just need to swear to keep this secret..."
As Xuan Zi slowly recounted the stories of the Inner Court, the Shrek Monitoring Group, and the Evil Soul Master, the Reserve Team listened attentively, their expressions changing several times. They were already immersed in the millennia-long glory and honorable duties of the Shrek Academy.
Upon hearing Xuan Zi's impassioned words of encouragement, the Inner Court Disciple couldn't help but reveal a special radiance on their faces, just like Xuan Zi himself—a solemn and proud expression, dignified and self-assured.
At this moment, they are all bathed in the glory of Shrek's ten thousand years of honor!
Oh, one of them is faking it.
"Kids, would you like to Shrek Monitoring Group?"
Xuan Zi roared.
He looked around at everyone, and to his relief, not a single person's eyes flickered.
"Willing!"
The seven members of the Reserve Team responded in unison.
The voice may be loud, calm, resolute, or decisive.
Although none of them had personally experienced the so-called glory belonging to the Shrek Monitoring Group, none of them hesitated for a moment.
Some people do it to follow in someone else's footsteps, some because of their sense of justice, some because they are willing to take on the responsibility of eliminating evil and protecting the righteous, some for their future happiness, and some for their own future development.
Although Xuan Zi didn't say it explicitly, they all understood that if someone withdrew, the Inner Court gates of the Shrek Academy would be completely closed to him.
Seeing the seven people agree in unison, Xuan Zi smiled.
It was a genuine smile from the heart.
They're all good kids!
It is truly remarkable that they were able to make such a choice without hesitation.
He believed that these people in the Reserve Team would truly feel the pride and glory of the Shrek Monitoring Group in the future!
Xuan Zi: This is definitely the best batch of Reserve Team I've ever coached!
Huo Yuhao: What about me?
No one told me any of this before I joined the Inner Court.
All Yan Shaozhe about were empty promises, without mentioning the dangers of the Inner Court at all.
Without any warning, he got into the car.
The main selling point is "get on the train first, buy the ticket later".
Shrek in the Groove, forced sale!
If he hadn't read the Original Work, he probably would have thanked them.
Of course, Huo Yuhao was quite satisfied with his identity as Continent Monitor; he just wished the rewards for the Monitoring Task were higher.
Huo Yuhao, with his normal values, was filled with disgust for those inhuman Evil Soul Master and the like.
If he has the ability, he will take action!
Uphold peace and justice in the Douluo Continent!
It is my duty!
Of course, Huo Yuhao wouldn't be reckless if his life were in danger.
It's absolutely impossible for someone to risk their life for Shrek's glory!
After the presentation, looking at the seven Reserve Team members whose faces were tense but unwavering, Xuan Zi nodded in satisfaction and began assigning tasks:
"Very good, I didn't misjudge you. There's another reason I'm telling you this, because you're about to face your first Monitoring Task. Wang Yan, distribute the Shrek Monitoring Group ' equipment to them. Xiaotao, you tell us about this mission."
The equipment distributed by Wang Yan consisted of exquisitely crafted rings. The ring bases were made of silver-white metal and inlaid with a turquoise gem the size of a fingernail. On the ring face, a lifelike Shrek monster head was engraved.
Ma Xiaotao said, "This is the symbol of the Shrek Monitoring Group. Just by dripping a drop of your own blood into it, you will be connected to them by blood. You can identify yourselves through the Inspector's Ring."
"This Inspector's Ring is also a Storage Soul Tool. You can take a look now. All the equipment is inside, including Shrek Monitoring Group's exclusive clothes, masks, cloaks, distress flares, and so on."
Then, Ma Xiaotao introduced the task:
"This mission will take place in the Ming Dou Mountain Range, which border the Star Luo Empire and the Sun Moon Empire. Our objective is to eliminate a group of bandits known as the Death's Hand, numbering around three hundred. According to intelligence, these bandits are treacherous and ruthless, and we must show no mercy when we encounter them; we must kill them all. Most of you have probably never killed anyone before, so this is going to be a completely new experience for you."
"Due to time constraints, we only have a maximum of four days for this operation. Although our main team will be the primary force carrying out this mission, we may need your assistance. However, it is said that the leader is an Evil Soul Master known as the Death God's Emissary, whose cultivation level is at the Soul King level, so the mission is quite dangerous."
Wang Yan added, " The Soul Skill of Evil Soul Master are strange and powerful. Many of them can fight beyond their level. You absolutely cannot look at their Soul Power Level on the surface. Even Soul Master who are stronger than Evil Soul Master may fall into their traps and be defeated unexpectedly. So everyone must not be careless."
Wang Yan's expression was solemn, clearly showing his great fear of the Evil Soul Master.
Upon hearing his words, Chen Zifeng and the other Inner Court Disciple who had faced Evil Soul Master all had a grim expression. They knew better than anyone how terrifying Evil Soul Master were.
Among Shrek's Monitoring Task, those involving Evil Soul Master are the fewest, but at the same time, they are also the most dangerous!
Missions involving Evil Soul Master are rarely taken on alone; usually, several Inner Court Student go together to carry them out.
Even so, injuries and deaths among Inner Court Student still occur from time to time.
This demonstrates the terror of Evil Soul Master.
If the battles between Soul Master are also a form of intelligence warfare...
Then, Evil Soul Master are definitely those extreme beings who take unorthodox paths.
Those bizarre and powerful Soul Skill were completely unpredictable.
"We just need to be careful. Although the abilities of Evil Soul Master are very strange, they are ultimately limited by their cultivation level."
Dai Yueheng, however, did not take it to heart.
As Inspector, Shrek Academy's Inner Court Disciple must complete thirty Monitoring Task to graduate.
To date, Dai Yueheng has completed twenty-eight Monitoring Task. In the process, he has killed raping and plundering bandits, executed corrupt officials who disregarded human life, and rescued enslaved children.
The number of Evil Soul Master who died at his hands was more than a palm's breadth!
Moreover, the main opponent they'll be facing on this mission is a band of bandits, albeit one led by an Evil Soul Master. But how powerful can Evil Soul Master like that really be?
This is the confidence of a Soul Emperor!
Huo Yuhao remained calm as he looked at Dai Yueheng, who stood high above him.
Hopefully you can defeat that current strongest Soul King.
Last month in the Star Dou Great Forest, he buried three Evil Soul Master at the Titled Douluo level. Was he proud?
Despite his impressive record, Huo Yuhao will not look down on anyone.
Heroes from all over the world are as numerous as carp crossing a river.
He doesn't want to be told to be humble and modest at any time.
Upon hearing this information, the Reserve Team were under immense pressure.
Although they have never actually seen Evil Soul Master, the existence that Teacher Wang Yan and the Inner Court Student treat with such care is definitely not to be underestimated!
Wang Dong'er and Xiao Xiao, in particular, exchanged a glance, their faces turning pale.
Even before they heard the word "murder," their breathing had become rapid.
Both of them were only twelve years old.
They've never killed a chicken, let alone murdered anyone.
Is it going to be this heavyweight right from the start?
They're only in Second Grade!
However, it seems that the Monitoring Task within the Inner Court are voluntary.
Is it too late to quit now?
At this moment, the Sea Stabilizing Divine Needle of the team spoke up.
Xuan Zi took a swig of wine and said boldly, "Children, don't be nervous. I specially chose this mission. With the Inner Court Student here, the difficulty is not high. It is a very valuable training opportunity for you."
"Moreover, this time I am personally leading the team. A mere Evil Soul Master cannot cause any big trouble."
Upon hearing this, the anxious crowd immediately perked up, their eyes flashing with surprise and replaced by an unprecedented sense of security.
In fact, this Monitoring Task is also the final rehearsal before the start of the competition.
Xuan Zi simply wanted to use the blood of these bandits to ignite the fighting spirit of the Starting Member, and also to deepen the team's cooperation and tacit understanding through formal combat.
Incidentally, this is also a good opportunity to let the Reserve Team see blood and temper their will.
Killing three birds with one stone, it's absolutely perfect!
Xuan Zi nodded. "However, I will not intervene in this Monitoring Task unless it is dangerous. Everything will depend on you. Xiaotao, I'm leaving it to you."
After saying that, Xuan Zi stopped talking.
Ma Xiaotao also took over the team leader's authority and said:
"We've already informed the Star Luo Empire's garrison near the Ming Dou Mountain Range before we set off, and they will provide us with the necessary assistance. If there are no problems, we'll head out at full speed. Alright, put away the Inspector's Ring for now; we'll only need to wear it when carrying out missions."
Everyone said they were all ready.
Ma Xiaotao began arranging the work. "After all, time is limited. The two of you with lower cultivation levels are likely to slow us down. If we keep traveling at your pace, it'll be too late. So, I'll take Wang Dong'er. Xixi, you take Xiao Xiao."
Ma Xiaotao's arrangement was reasonable: the female official team members were paired with two Second Grade female Reserve Team.
As for the rest of the Reserve Team, they are at least at the Soul Ancestor level and do not need anyone to guide them.
At this moment, Huo Yuhao suggested, "Actually, Cai Tou's Martial Soul is Food System. With his help, we can save a lot of energy along the way."
"Caitou, what is your Martial Soul?"
Ma Xiaotao was a little curious.
Since Huo Yuhao had said that, he must have his reasons, so she went straight to the point.
"It's a cigar." He Caitou nodded.
"Shall we give it a try?" Ma Xiaotao asked.
He Caitou looked somewhat embarrassed. "Although my Soul Skill do have some use, I'm afraid you're not willing to use them."
Ma Xiaotao said in a flurry, "Make the best use of everything, it's fine. Stop being so mysterious, hurry up, you grown men are so slow."
He Caitou looked around at everyone, feeling a little guilty, and said, "Then you're not allowed to laugh."
Everyone nodded in agreement.
"It's okay, we definitely won't laugh at you."
Huo Yuhao added in a low voice: Unless you can't help it.
He Caitou's dark face flushed red. " I Have a Thick Cigar."
Four Spirit Ring, two yellow and two purple, lit up on his body. The First Soul Ring shone brightly, and in his hand appeared a large, black, long, and thick weapon...
Silence fell over the surroundings. Seeing that everyone except Huo Yuhao was dumbfounded, He Caitou immediately emphasized.
"Don't laugh! You promised you wouldn't laugh!"
"Hahaha--"
But the trainees had never seen such a scene before, and everyone burst into laughter, including Wang Yan.
Xuan Zi showed great interest.
He Caitou looked mournful and said irritably, "So, anyone want to try my cigar?"
Everyone immediately accepted it.
No need, absolutely no need.
It's okay to be a little tired.
He Caitou looked at Huo Yuhao, the instigator, with an expression of utter despair.
So, just focus on getting on your way, why make him use his Soul Skill?
After Wang Yan stopped laughing, he asked, "Alright, although this soul incantation is a bit special, everyone stop laughing. Cai Tou, what exactly is the purpose of your Food System Martial Soul?"
He Caitou snorted but didn't say anything.
Knowing he was in the wrong, Wang Yan took the thick cigar first.
"Alright, I'll try it myself."