The Undying Qing Mu

"He's getting stronger and stronger."

Tang San watched Qing Mu's departing figure and spoke in a low voice.

Dai Mubai nodded in agreement. "At the beginning, although his combat instincts were strong, his fighting techniques were still somewhat immature. But now, even I wouldn't dare claim I could defeat him so easily! However, his Soul Ring didn't light up when he used that move. Could it have been a Self-Created Soul Skill?"

Qing Mu's Soul Ring had not lit up when he used Leech Seed, so it was certainly not a Soul Ring skill. There had also been no sign of a Soul Bone being used, ruling out that possibility as well.

But if it was a Self-Created Soul Skill, Qing Mu's movements had been far too subtle—practically nonexistent. Dai Mubai could not help suspecting it was something similar to Tang San's Hidden Weapons.

"That's right. That move was a Self-Created Soul Skill!"

At that moment, Yu Xiaogang appeared behind them.

"Teacher!"

"Grandmaster!"

When they saw Yu Xiaogang approach, Tang San and the others all looked at him with respect.

After all, under Yu Xiaogang's special training during this period, they had indeed benefited greatly.

Yu Xiaogang nodded slightly, then explained to the Shrek students, "I also watched that person's battle just now. If he truly is only eighteen years old, then he can be considered one of the continent's foremost geniuses. And that Self-Created Soul Skill involving the seed vines would rank among the top ten Self-Created Soul Skills I have seen."

Hearing Yu Xiaogang praise the other party so highly, everyone present immediately regarded Qing Mu with even greater seriousness.

Yet as he looked at their solemn expressions, Yu Xiaogang suddenly smiled. "You need not belittle yourselves either. Though he is a top-tier genius, you are monsters. Under my guidance, surpassing him is only a matter of time."

Listening to Yu Xiaogang's words, everyone could feel his immense confidence. Clearly, Yu Xiaogang firmly believed they would surpass Qing Mu.

That was right. Who were they? Shrek's students—monsters beyond ordinary people.

But seemingly worried that Tang San, Dai Mubai, and the others might become overconfident, Yu Xiaogang added:

"However, you must not slack off. Surpassing a genius like this will not be easy. You will need to put in exceptionally arduous effort!"

"Yes, Grandmaster!!"

Tang San, Dai Mubai, and the others immediately responded, as though declaring a certain resolve.

The next day, when Dai Mubai "drew" Qing Mu, the others were all extremely excited, because they could finally avenge Xiao Wu.

"Boss Dai, it's up to you now!"

Tang San patted Dai Mubai on the shoulder and instructed him with a steady gaze.

Dai Mubai turned his head slightly toward Tang San. "Don't worry. I'll avenge Xiao Wu for you. After all, Xiao Wu is also one of the Shrek Seven Devils."

After saying that, Dai Mubai quickly stepped onto the Soul Fighting Arena.

Meanwhile, Qing Mu had long been waiting on the Soul Fighting Arena. Watching Dai Mubai take the stage, his face beneath the mask remained utterly calm.

Dai Mubai, huh? Fine. I can use this chance to test what is so special about the original story's characters.

Qing Mu thought to himself.

At the same time, Dai Mubai immediately activated Martial Soul Possession. Tiger-like traits appeared across his body as he roared at Qing Mu, "Dai Mubai, White Tiger Martial Soul, Level 38 Assault System Battle Spirit Master!"

Seeing the aura radiating from his opponent, Qing Mu could not help feeling a little impressed. Although Dai Mubai's temperament was nothing special, the top-tier White Tiger Martial Soul combined with the Star Luo Imperial Family's cultivation methods put him far beyond ordinary Soul Masters.

Then Qing Mu spoke in a slightly hoarse voice as well. "Garlic Turtle, Green Vine Martial Soul, Level 34 Control System Battle Spirit Master!"

The instant the host shouted for the battle to begin, Dai Mubai immediately launched his attack.

"Second Soul Skill, White Tiger Fierce Light Wave!"

A milky-white sphere of light shot from Dai Mubai's mouth toward Qing Mu.

The White Tiger Fierce Light Wave was incredibly fast, arriving before Qing Mu in the blink of an eye.

Qing Mu turned sideways to evade the strike, but when Dai Mubai saw this, the corner of his mouth curled upward slightly.

The White Tiger Fierce Light Wave beside Qing Mu suddenly changed direction and flew straight toward him.

The White Tiger Fierce Light Wave had no tracking ability, but Dai Mubai could control it to a certain extent. Combined with the already limited space of the Soul Fighting Arena, avoiding it was practically impossible unless one was an Agility Attack System Soul Master.

Knowing he could not dodge it, Qing Mu immediately crossed his arms before him, gathering a large amount of Soul Power into them.

Boom—

The White Tiger Splitting Light Wave slammed into Qing Mu's arms, sending him several meters back.

"Nice one, Boss Dai! Get that Garlic Turtle!"

Seeing this, the Shrek students were instantly delighted. Xiao Wu became even more excited, loudly cheering Dai Mubai on from the spectator area.

"A mere Level 34 Soul Master dared to act so arrogantly. You've finally kicked an iron plate now, haven't you?"

Ma Hongjun also felt immensely satisfied. Let's see you keep acting so arrogant, Garlic Turtle. You've gotten what was coming to you.

"It hit!"

On the Soul Fighting Arena, Dai Mubai was overjoyed to see his White Tiger Fierce Light Wave strike Qing Mu. One blast certainly would not defeat his opponent, but that was fine—he could just use several more.

On the other side, Qing Mu lowered his arms and said calmly to Dai Mubai, "Your presence is quite impressive, but the power is somewhat lacking."

With that said, a ring of pale green energy spread out from Qing Mu's body. Wherever the wave passed, thick grass sprouted from the ground, quickly covering the entire Soul Fighting Arena.

Then, countless pale green motes rose from the grass and flowed into Qing Mu's body, slowly restoring his injuries.

Second Soul Skill, Giga Drain!

As Qing Mu's Second Spirit Ring lit up, several blue-green energy vines rapidly grew from his palm and shot toward Dai Mubai.

"Not good!"

Seeing this, Dai Mubai immediately dashed to the side. But the Soul Fighting Arena was only so large—how could he possibly evade Qing Mu's Giga Drain? Before long, the vines caught up to him.

Just as they reached him, Dai Mubai leaped high into the air and fired another White Tiger Fierce Light Wave at Qing Mu.

Yet this time, Qing Mu did not even dodge, allowing the milky-white orb of light to explode right in front of him.

"Great!"

Seeing his attack hit Qing Mu again, Dai Mubai was instantly delighted. This should mean Qing Mu's Soul Skill had ended as well.

But when Dai Mubai looked down, he discovered that the vines representing Giga Drain had not vanished. They were still waiting for him.

As Dai Mubai's body began to descend, the blue-green vines finally touched him. Without the slightest pause, they began draining Dai Mubai's energy.

A great deal of energy flowed through the vines into Qing Mu's body, healing his injuries together with Grassy Terrain.

Previously, no one had been able to injure Qing Mu, so neither Grassy Terrain nor Giga Drain had been able to display their proper effects. Now that he had encountered Dai Mubai, these two ultimate moves finally began to shine.