Return to Star Dou

Yu Xiaogang was like a cockroach. No matter how badly he was hurt, as long as he was given time to recover, it was nothing.

Even after Xiao Wu's endless combo left Yu Xiaogang with an anal fissure, he only needed half a month of rest before he could walk again.

The dull, tedious training schedule was packed to the brim. Thanks to his exceptional performance and unmatched strength, Ye Tianxing earned the title of the person with the most rest time.

Because of the previous ambush, Yu Xiaogang returned to training the Shrek Academy group not long after recovering.

This time, Yu Xiaogang doubled the training volume.

Watching Dai Mubai, Ma Hongjun, Oscar, and the others being trained half to death brought Yu Xiaogang considerable comfort.

As usual, Ye Tianxing sat upright at the academy gates, pouring tea with added salt for the returning group.

"Keep it up! Your nightmare will be over after two more laps."

The group rolled their eyes at his words. They simply ignored Ye Tianxing, gritted their teeth, turned around, and ran on.

Unexpectedly, Ning Rongrong had joined this run as well.

Perhaps her previous experience had made her understand certain things, and she was now trying to make amends.

Ye Tianxing still remembered the voices he had heard when passing by Flender's residence one time.

"Thank goodness! Thank goodness! Luckily Sect Master Ning stopped Sword Douluo in time. Otherwise, who knows what would've become of my Shrek Academy." Flender spoke with lingering fear, as though he had narrowly escaped disaster.

There was also a letter for Ning Rongrong, handwritten by Ning Fengzhi. It was nothing more than the usual official talk, telling Ning Rongrong not to be spoiled and mentioning the great responsibilities of the sect.

Still, its effects were obvious. Ning Rongrong ran without a word, her lovely face covered in sweat as she closely followed behind Dai Mubai, Tang San, and the others, running farther and farther away.

"Everything is developing in a good direction. This is merely the calm before the storm." Ye Tianxing set down his tea, crossed one leg over the other, and basked in the sun.

Judging by the timeline, Qin Ming of Heaven Dou Royal Academy had probably already led the Imperial Fighting Team out by now.

Ye Tianxing had everything ready. Once Dugu Bo arrived, his plan could begin.

After waiting for a long time, the day Oscar and Tang San broke through to Rank 30 finally arrived.

Ye Tianxing added, "Don't forget about me. I broke through Rank 30 too."

With the disguise granted by Qian Renxue's soul bone skill, Ye Tianxing currently revealed only the Seven Star Sword and two hundred-year Spirit Rings. So long as he went somewhere out of sight, he only needed to reveal a tiny bit more for a thousand-year Spirit Ring to appear.

Upon hearing the news, Flender grinned from ear to ear. "Good! Very good! You've all done well! You are the finest class Shrek Academy has produced since its founding. There's no need to mention Little San. As a food-type Spirit Master, for Little Ao to cultivate to Rank 30 at this age is truly impressive. Ping'an is the student I think most highly of. Not only did he solve Shrek Academy's funding problem, but his talent is also the greatest among all of you. I'm truly delighted."

A smile appeared on Ye Tianxing's face. Careful, or I'll cut off your funding. When Shrek Academy is drowning in debt, don't blame anyone but yourself.

"How about this? I'll have Zhao Wuji take you to the Star Dou Great Forest. All eight of you little monsters will go together and broaden your horizons there." As soon as Flender finished speaking, Yu Xiaogang suddenly said—

"Flender, I want to be the leader for this trip to the Star Dou Great Forest." The master took the initiative to shoulder the responsibility.

A leader was the soul of a team. Besides providing information on the surrounding area, he also had to ensure everyone's safety along the way.

Flender looked at Yu Xiaogang in surprise for a long while before saying, "Master, are you sure you haven't got it wrong? The little monsters are going to the Star Dou Great Forest this time, not some Soul Hunting Forest. If Little San hadn't known a bit of first aid last time, whether I'd even be able to see you again would've been another matter."

Flender mercilessly tore open an old wound, making Yu Xiaogang feel as though he had made this friend for nothing.

Yu Xiaogang rolled his eyes and coughed twice. "You can have Vice Dean Zhao Wuji assist me. I'm very familiar with the types of Spirit Beasts in the Star Dou Great Forest, and when the children acquire their Spirit Rings, I can offer some advice as well."

Flender: "..."

Ye Tianxing: "..."

Master, where was your shame?

"Have you really thought this through? If something unexpected happens, Wuji can protect the children, but he can't protect you as well." Flender warned him repeatedly, but Yu Xiaogang merely waved his hand, as though none of that was a problem.

"Don't worry. I know many methods for guarding against Spirit Beasts. They'll be of great use."

Since Yu Xiaogang had put it that way, Flender did not insist any further.

What did it mean to refuse to give up until reaching the Yellow River, to refuse to shed tears until seeing the coffin? Yu Xiaogang's journey to the Star Dou Great Forest was destined to be anything but peaceful.

Once the preparations were complete, Ye Tianxing followed the main group toward the Star Dou Great Forest.

The last time he had gone to the Star Dou Great Forest had been three years ago, when he acquired his third Spirit Ring. How nostalgic.

He missed those days when he had tricked the Sky Azure Bull Python and the Titan Giant Ape.

He would not trick those two this time. More importantly, Qian Daoliu had not arranged for a Titled Douluo to accompany him on this training trip; he would rely solely on his own growth.

With Qian Renxue's disguise ability, as long as he did not deliberately expose himself, even a Titled Douluo would be unable to discern Ye Tianxing's true identity. Therefore, there was no need for such high-level protection.

Yu Xiaogang led this expedition, while Zhao Wuji was responsible for everyone's safety.

The group traveled for an entire day. Along the way, Oscar's sausages provided food and restored their stamina, while Ning Rongrong's Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda could also increase everyone's speed.

After traveling a full four hundred li, they finally arrived at a small town.

Everyone agreed to rest there for the night. The next day, they could enter the Star Dou Great Forest to hunt Spirit Beasts.

The master went to the front desk to discuss room arrangements with the attendant.

Meanwhile, Ye Tianxing sat in the dining hall with the others, waiting for dinner to arrive.

They had eaten quite a few of Oscar's sausages along the way. They tasted all right, but the incantations he had to chant were somewhat difficult to get used to.

Ye Tianxing sat quietly, his bored gaze wandering over the surroundings.

Just then, a group entered from outside—eight people in all.

At the front was a middle-aged man who looked to be in his forties, followed by six men and one woman around twenty years old. They wore matching moon-white Spirit Master uniforms and were clearly from an academy. Their destination was undoubtedly the Star Dou Great Forest.

To hunt Spirit Beasts and obtain Spirit Rings.

"Boss Dai, look! People from Canghui Academy are here!"

Ever since they had sat down to wait for their meal, Ma Hongjun had not stopped yammering, chatting about everything under the sun, including all sorts of dirty topics. The moment Canghui Academy arrived, his eyes were drawn to the mature young woman among them, and he could not look away.

"Boss Dai, hurry and look! That chick's really pretty. She may not compare to Zhuqing, but she's already more than good enough for me."

Dai Mubai's face darkened. Ever since the incident where they had ganged up on Grandmaster, Zhu Zhuqing had ignored him.

Ma Hongjun was still his underling. Did the fat man not know that Zhu Zhuqing had become a landmine in Dai Mubai's heart?

Whoever stepped on it got blown up.

Dai Mubai suddenly rose to his feet, flashed Ma Hongjun a wicked smile, grabbed his fat shoulder, and lifted him up.