Douluo: Unlocking the Great Secrets of the Human Body, Becoming a Heavenly Demon

Tang Wulin turned around to face the classmates who had scattered into the distance and said loudly, "I believe everyone can see the situation clearly now. I'm not trying to cling to the position of class monitor. I earned this position with my own strength. Since some people think I shouldn't be here, then fine. Let this competition prove whether I'm qualified to hold this position. If my team and I cannot defeat you in the class selection tournament, I will voluntarily resign as class monitor."

As he spoke, he paused. His gaze swept over Wu Sido, Luo Guixing, Xu Yucheng, Yang Nianxia, and Zheng Yiran in the distance. His eyes suddenly turned a faint gold, his pupils narrowing slightly as vigorous blood energy surged forth. "If we win, then from now on, none of you had better give me any more crap!"

Clack.

Bai Xu happened to step into the classroom and saw this scene. Somewhat helpless, he slowly walked over to Tang Wulin and whispered in his ear, "Teacher Wu has already agreed. I signed up by myself."

"What!? A one-man team?" Tang Wulin asked in a low voice, shocked.

"Mm. Looking forward to the match."

After reporting this, class ended, and Bai Xu left the classroom.

Tang Wulin looked toward Gu Yue beside him and asked, "Gu Yue, do you want to join us?"

"Alright, I'll join. I hope we can defeat Bai Xu. I actually really want to beat him, even if it's only through the strength of the team." Gu Yue looked toward Bai Xu's retreating back with anticipation. She wanted to personally experience the gap between herself and Bai Xu.

"Then let's work hard together!"

"Dismissed." After collecting all the team registration forms, Tang Wulin turned and walked out of the classroom.

Gu Yue, Xie Xie, Xu Xiaoyan, Xu Lizhi, and Ye Xinglan followed behind him and filed out.

Xu Xiaoyan asked, "Gu Yue, isn't Bai Xu being a little too arrogant by forming a group all by himself? Even if he's strong, he can't be strong enough to defeat a team of six or even seven people, right?"

Xie Xie said, "Hard to say. Have any of you seen Bai Xu go all out?"

The moment he said that, everyone fell silent.

Ye Xinglan looked at Tang Wulin. "Is this Bai Xu... really that strong?"

Tang Wulin nodded solemnly and said seriously, "Very strong. When we stormed the tower together that day, Bai Xu could easily deal with any soul beast under three thousand years old. He practically killed them instantly. Compared to him, I'm probably lacking in speed."

Whenever Tang Wulin recalled the scene of Bai Xu instantly killing the Lightning Beast, his scalp went numb. Bai Xu had been nearly as fast as Gu Yue's teleportation.

He was very confident in his strength.

But Bai Xu now had Golden Scales protecting him, and his defense could not be underestimated. The key to this battle would be control. As long as they could prevent Bai Xu from using his speed advantage, they would definitely win!

"Huh?" Tang Wulin stared dumbfoundedly at Shen Yi before him, unable to react for a moment.

"Why, Teacher Shen? Why can't Ye Xinglan participate in this class selection tournament?" Tang Wulin asked anxiously.

They were already under immense pressure. The five geniuses and Bai Xu were eyeing them from the sidelines. Banning Ye Xinglan at a time like this was undoubtedly a huge blow to the team.

"Don't ask me why. There is no reason. The matter of reallocating the Mecha groups has been approved, on the condition that Ye Xinglan cannot participate in this competition. Go back and prepare properly. There isn't much time left."

"Although you defeated me at the start of school, this time you're alone. Can a one-man team even be called a team?" Wu Sido suddenly passed by Bai Xu's seat after class, seemingly wanting to regain some face.

Bai Xu gave her an indifferent glance, then looked at the others behind her. "You should say less before the match. I don't want to waste words arguing. We'll settle everything in the arena."

The five of them were still intimidated by Bai Xu. He had been able to withstand Wu Sido's Martial Soul Fusion Skill alone. To be honest, in a one-on-one fight, they would definitely be crushed.

"Fine."

"Wow, they don't even dare speak harshly to you, Bai Xu!" Xu Xiaoyan said in surprise as she watched the five people who usually mocked Tang Wulin show fear before Bai Xu.

"Whatever. I've already started studying the second-year opponents." Bai Xu rarely made a joke.

Three days later.

Shrek Academy's Outer Court, First Grade Class One.

"In order to display your true abilities more realistically, Teacher Wu and I applied to the academy. This internal class selection tournament will be held in the sparring arena as actual combat. Set off." Shen Yi calmly announced to the students in the classroom.

Gu Yue followed behind Bai Xu. He had rarely shown any interest before, so she curiously followed the group forward.

"You won't defeat us so easily this time," Gu Yue joked before the match.

Bai Xu chuckled. "Is that so? I'm looking forward to it. Don't fall behind, Gu Yue."

Sparring Arena

When the students of First Grade Class One arrived at the sparring arena, they saw someone already standing on the sparring platform.

She wore a long aqua-green dress that looked pure and elegant, brimming with the aura of life. She was extraordinarily beautiful, with delicate features. Her long dark-green hair cascaded behind her.

She had a slender figure and looked to be around thirty. Her essence was contained within, and a gentle smile rested on her face.

Upon seeing her, Shen Yi and Wu Changkong quickly stepped forward and bowed together.

"Your Excellency."

"No need for so much ceremony. Rise quickly," the woman said with a smile. The Saint Spirit Douluo was gentle and approachable. Whenever the outcome of a match was decided or someone was about to suffer serious injury, she would intervene.

"Let's skip the small talk and begin!"

Wu Changkong nodded and turned to announce, "This competition will be divided into eighteen groups. The matches will be decided by drawing lots shortly, under a single-elimination format. Today, the strongest group will be determined. Four days later, they will represent our class in an exchange match against First Grade Class One of the second year. The vocational exchange will be handled by the class committee members of each vocational specialty. The drawing begins now."

"First round: Bai Xu's group versus Ouyang Shihuan's group."

When everyone saw Bai Xu step onto the stage alone, they were confused and began discussing it. However, most of them guessed the reason. "He's too strong. Even Wu Sido lost to him, so naturally he looks down on everyone else."

Ya Li was also slightly surprised and asked Wu Changkong beside her, "This child is?"

"Your Excellency, his situation is somewhat special, so he formed a group by himself and wishes to challenge the others." Wu Changkong did not explain in detail. That would have been too troublesome.

"Oh, I see. Then the battle should be quite exciting."

"Begin!"

At Wu Changkong's command, Bai Xu did not move. He merely released golden light that covered his entire body, making him seem like a golden man.

"That's his Second Martial Soul—the Gold Element! Everyone, be careful!" Ouyang Shihuan and the other two Power Attack Soul Elders moved in formation as they approached Bai Xu together.

At the very rear of the team stood a Control Soul Master. His Martial Soul appeared to be plant-type as well. A thousand-year soul ring flashed, and coils of vines wrapped around Bai Xu's body.

Then, the two Agility Attack Soul Masters arrived behind Bai Xu before the others. Wolf claws and Soul Tools came crashing down without the slightest restraint, aimed straight at the back of Bai Xu's head.

Clang!

They could not move him at all. Instead, their arms were badly jolted. Enduring the pain, they immediately retreated after their failed strike.

The three Power Attack Soul Elders at the front had already closed in. Their soul skills were dazzling and unleashed gusts of wind. All three were three-ringed Soul Elders, primarily using thousand-year soul skills, and their attacks were quite powerful.

Whoosh!

Bai Xu was no longer where he had been. Afterimages flashed past as he easily dodged the three Soul Elders' fierce attacks. Taking advantage of the opening in the center of the arena, he charged straight toward the Control Soul Master at the rear of the team.

"Ke Zhongyu, Ke Zhongzheng, stop him!" Ouyang Shihuan shouted.

The two Agility Attack Soul Masters watched the afterimage that was even faster than they were. They could only grit their teeth and push their Soul Power to the limit, trying to keep up with Bai Xu.

The Control Soul Master unleashed soul skill after soul skill, trying to stop Bai Xu from closing in, but he could not catch sight of Bai Xu's true body at all. Regrettably, he was eliminated by Bai Xu.

"Speed comparable to a top-tier Agility Attack Soul Master... Is this also one of his Martial Soul abilities?" Everyone below the stage was analyzing Bai Xu. With that golden light covering him, it seemed that his physical body had been greatly strengthened.

When the two Agility Attack Soul Masters saw Bai Xu look toward them, they suddenly realized that in their desperate rush to rescue their teammate, they had pulled far ahead of the other three.

"Retreat!" one of them shouted, but it was already too late.

Bai Xu had already appeared before them. One kick each, with his strength controlled perfectly, sent both of them flying off the stage.

"Damn it!" Ouyang Shihuan was enraged. He summoned his Martial Soul, transformed his right hand into a claw, and struck at Bai Xu with a trace of flame.

Bang!

Bai Xu answered with a punch. When fist and claw collided, it became a contest of strength. Ouyang Shihuan was sent flying backward, and the result was obvious.

"We surrender!" The remaining two no longer resisted and gave up their qualification.

The battle ended swiftly in less than a minute.

The entire venue fell silent as everyone stared at the figure in the center. He had handled everything with ease. His chest was not even heaving, and he had barely expended any stamina.

Tang Wulin was astonished. As expected, Bai Xu's speed was still the most troublesome part. He was too fast, much faster than Xie Xie. Even with the explosive power of Tang Wulin's legs, it would be difficult to keep up.

Streams of green light enveloped the defeated Ouyang group, then dispersed after only a moment.

The Saint Spirit Douluo exclaimed softly, "They were hardly injured at all. You controlled your strength?"

"Mm. I counterattacked according to the strength of their attacks."

"Very good!"

Hiss—

Everyone drew in a sharp breath. This was not even all of Bai Xu's strength! "Counterattacking according to the other person's strength? Th-That's far too exaggerated!"

Bai Xu walked off the stage. When he saw Gu Yue, his stern expression finally broke, and he chuckled. "Well? This Immortal Lord is still impressive, right?"

"Of course," Gu Yue replied softly.

"Oh? Bai Xu, are you finally going to reveal your edge? Though calling yourself Immortal Lord feels a little strange. Shouldn't it be Divine Lord instead?" Xie Xie said.