First Class Setup, Fledgling Eagles Test Their Wings

Life at the Tianxing Martial Arts Academy settled into a tight and fulfilling rhythm. After several days of initial training and observation, the instructors of each class gained a basic understanding of the physical fitness, temperament, and Martial Soul characteristics of the New Life, and the academy's management framework was subsequently established.

The teachers in each class are all experienced. After several days of observation and assessment, they have gained a clear understanding of each child's physical limits, Martial Soul characteristics, personality traits, and even mental resilience. The training plan has been adjusted accordingly to become more targeted.

For exceptionally talented and well-prepared students like Yu Yunting and Yu Yunyao, the training volume will be appropriately increased, making the challenges more intense. For most ordinary students, the focus will be on steady improvement without damaging their foundation. Even for students in lower-level classes, the training content is far from perfunctory; it focuses more on tempering their will and refining their foundation. After all, those who can pass the perseverance test to enter the academy already possess extraordinary character.

As is customary, each class needs to elect a temporary class monitor to assist the teacher in managing daily affairs and to play a central role in future class activities. The election criteria are simple and direct—the person with the best overall qualities will be elected. These "overall qualities" encompass the current Soul Power Level, Martial Soul potential, physical fitness, classroom performance, and any subtle signs of leadership potential.

The result was as expected.

In Class One, which mainly consisted of students specializing in Power Attack System Agility Attack System, Yu Yunting was directly chosen by his homeroom teacher, Lei Zhan, to serve as the temporary class monitor, thanks to his Innate Full Soul Power Soul Power Level of thirteen, his solid physical abilities far exceeding those of his peers, and the majesty inherent in his top-tier Beast Martial Soul, the Thunder Sacred Dragon.

When the announcement was made, although a few students from privileged backgrounds and with high aspirations showed a hint of dissatisfaction, most students, including Gao Zeyu, who came from a farming family and was down-to-earth, were convinced of its merits. Yu Yunting was usually gentle and hardworking, and his strength was undeniable, so no one objected to him leading the way.

On the other hand, in Class Three, which mainly consisted of Support System and Control System, Yu Yunyao, with her Innate Full Soul Power level 13 Cultivation Level, excellent physical flexibility, and calm and quiet demeanor that revealed her intelligence in the details, won the favor of her homeroom teacher, Su Wan, and the recognition of her classmates, and naturally became the temporary class monitor. Her roommate, Cui Xiaoya, was the first to express her support.

"The position of class monitor is not permanent." Teacher Lei Zhan's voice was loud and clear as his gaze swept over the eighty young but earnest faces of Class One. "It's tentatively for one month. After one month, we will re-evaluate based on everyone's performance. Being a class monitor means responsibility! You need to unite your classmates, lead by example, and lead the class to strive for excellence in all competitions! If you slack off or are not up to the task, you will be replaced at any time!"

Teacher Su Wan also spoke gently to the students of Class Three: "The class monitor is a service-oriented position, a bridge connecting teachers and students. I hope Yunyao can be a good leader, and I also hope that all students can support her work so that our Class Three can become a positive and progressive group."

Yu Yunting and Yu Yunyao each stated in class that they would do their best to live up to the trust of their teachers and classmates. Although the siblings have different personalities, they have been taught by their parents since childhood and deeply understand the weight of responsibility. They are not complacent because of their temporary lead, but instead feel the pressure.

Tianxing Academy is not a harmonious place, and its competition mechanism is quite strict. The entire Junior Department is roughly divided into several groups based on the characteristics and potential of the students' Martial Soul: seven classes (Class One to Class Seven) that focus on strong attacks and agile attacks, three classes (Class Eight to Class Ten) that focus on support and control, and a special Class Eleven.

The students in Class Eleven generally have lower-quality Martial Soul spirits and their Innate Soul Power is mostly below level three. They were admitted through special admission based on the perseverance and determination they showed in the entrance test that far exceeded that of ordinary people. The academy gave them an opportunity, but their future path is destined to be more difficult than that of others. This year, Class Eleven has more than fifty students, and each of them has a stubbornness in their eyes that refuses to admit defeat.

The academy encourages healthy competition between classes. At the end of each month, a "Class Comprehensive Evaluation" is conducted, ranking classes based on multiple dimensions such as classroom discipline, hygiene, Martial Way training progress, and academic performance. Top-ranking classes receive substantial rewards—for example, a month-long supply of free Soul Beast Meat and customized medicinal cuisine for the entire class!

This is undoubtedly a huge temptation for students from ordinary backgrounds and with limited resources. Soul Beast Meat can strengthen the body and accelerate the cultivation of Blood Essence; customized medicinal cuisine can nourish the meridians and make up for the foundation. These resources can help them shorten the gap with students from wealthy families at the starting line. Therefore, every class is working hard to win the monthly evaluation.

Furthermore, individuals who excel in class activities or large-scale competitions have the opportunity to be recognized as "Core Disciple" by the academy, enjoying more resource support and guidance from renowned teachers—a fast Path of the Strong.

The competitive atmosphere began to permeate from the first week of school. In Martial Way classes, although the training areas for each class were separate, the students could still see each other's performance.

Under Teacher Lei Zhan's "devil training," Class One was sweating profusely; Class Three, under Teacher Su Wan's guidance that was both gentle and firm, was undergoing seemingly mild but actually extremely mentally taxing flexibility and balance training; even the students of Class Eleven were undergoing basic physical training far beyond their own limits under the guidance of a serious-looking teacher, gritting their teeth and persevering without complaining.

As the class monitor of Class One, Yu Yunting felt a great sense of responsibility. He not only had to complete the high-intensity training himself, but also had to pay attention to the condition of his classmates. If some classmates were physically exhausted, he would quietly slow down and run with them for a while; if some classmates' movements were not standard, he would take the initiative to go up to them during breaks and patiently correct them using the methods his father had taught him; after training, he would also organize a few familiar classmates to do extra training together and encourage each other.

"Yunting, I can never quite master this Force Application Technique," Gao Zeyu said, wiping his sweat with some distress.

Yu Yunting walked over and personally demonstrated. "Zeyu, look, you need to tighten your waist and abdomen, and the power should start from the ground, pass through your legs, waist, and back, and finally be channeled into your fists. It's not just about using the strength of your arms. Try it."

With his help, Gao Zeyu quickly found the trick and was overjoyed. Yu Yunting's unpretentious and helpful attitude quickly won the favor of most of the students in Class One, and the class cohesion began to emerge.

Yu Yunyao also did very well in Class Three. She is thoughtful and observant. She noticed that her roommate Cui Xiaoya seemed to be falling behind in the flexibility training, so she invited Cui Xiaoya to practice together during her free time and shared some stretching techniques with her.

"Xiaoya, this movement needs to be coordinated with your breathing. Take it slowly, don't rush," Yu Yunyao gently instructed. "Yes, that's it, just hold on for a little while."

With her help, Cui Xiaoya's movements improved significantly, and she was extremely grateful to her. Yu Yunyao also used her affinity for plants to guide the students to recognize the flowers and plants around the Martial Arts Arena during breaks, and explained some basic medicinal properties. This not only broadened their horizons but also relieved the fatigue of training, making the atmosphere in Class Three particularly harmonious.

However, beneath the peaceful campus life, small ripples were brewing. One day after school, Yu Yunting and Gao Zeyu went to the cafeteria together. When they passed a small grove of trees, they heard a commotion coming from inside.

"You trash from Class Eleven, do you even deserve to eat at the same table as us? Get out of here!" a boastful voice rang out.

Yu Yunting frowned, exchanged a glance with Gao Zeyu, and quickly walked over. In the clearing in the woods, several arrogant teenagers dressed in the uniforms of Class Seven were surrounding two students dressed in the plain uniforms of Class Eleven. One of the surrounded students was thin and had his head down with his fists clenched, while the other glared angrily and did not back down.

"What's going on?" Yu Yunting stepped forward, his voice calm yet carrying an air of authority.

The students from Class Seven turned around upon hearing the voice, and when they saw it was Yu Yunting, their arrogance immediately faltered. Yu Yunting's identity and strength were no secret among the New Life.

"Yu... Yu Yunting, this is none of your business! The poor bastards from Class Eleven are blocking our way!" A tall boy in the lead said, trying to remain calm.

"Don't forget where you are. This isn't a place where you nobles can swagger around." Yu Yunting's gaze swept over the group. "Academy rules forbid students from fighting amongst themselves or bullying their classmates. Do you want to break the rules?"

Gao Zeyu also stood next to Yu Yunting, glaring angrily at the others.

The expressions of the students from Class Seven changed, clearly showing their disregard for the school rules. The leader of the group snorted sullenly, "Hmph, mind your own business! Let's go!" With that, he led his group away in a dejected manner.

Yu Yunting looked at the two students from Class Eleven and asked gently, "Are you alright?"

The angry student took a deep breath, clasped his hands in a fist and said, "Thank you, Squad Leader Yu, for coming to our rescue! My name is Shi Lei, and his name is Lin Feng. We're alright!"

Another thin student named Lin Feng also looked up and whispered, "Thank you..."

Yu Yunting waved his hand. "It was nothing. We're all classmates, we should help each other. If they cause trouble again, you can tell the teacher, or... you can come to me." He could see that Shi Lei had a strong backbone, and although Lin Feng was somewhat gloomy, there was also resentment deep in his eyes.

A hint of gratitude flashed in Shi Lei's eyes, and he nodded emphatically. "Yes! Thank you!"

Leaving the grove, Gao Zeyu exclaimed, "Yunting, you were really impressive just now! Those guys from Class Seven are always so arrogant."

Yu Yunting shook his head. "Bullying others with one's power is not the act of a strong person. The academy has established Class Eleven to give them an opportunity, and we should not look down on them. True strength lies in making one's abilities worthy of one's status, not in using them to bully the weak."

Gao Zeyu nodded thoughtfully.

During dinner, Yu Yunting told his younger sister about it. Yu Yunyao frowned slightly after listening. " (Class Seven... I heard their class atmosphere is a bit... Brother, you did the right thing. But be careful, they might not let it go."

Yu Yunting smiled and placed a piece of her favorite vegetable on her plate, "Don't worry, I know what I'm doing. The academy has rules; they wouldn't dare to mess around. But how are things going for you in class?"

"That's great." Yu Yunyao smiled faintly, a sly glint in her eyes. "Our classmates are all very friendly. But... Teacher Su said today that we might start basic training in Martial Soul coordination next month, and it seems we'll be collaborating with the Power Attack System class."

Yu Yunting's eyes lit up. "Really? Then maybe our class can cooperate with your class!"

"Maybe." Yu Yunyao nodded. "Then we'll have to see how your Class One performs. Don't drag our Class Three down." She rarely joked, revealing a bit of liveliness.

"Hmph, just you wait! Our Class One is definitely the strongest!" Yu Yunting said defiantly.

The brother and sister smiled at each other, a warm yet competitive atmosphere filling the air.

As night fell, Tianxing Academy gradually quieted down. In the dormitory, Yu Yunting was still reading books on basic Martial Way theory under the lamp, while Gao Zeyu was doing his basic pre-sleep exercises beside him. Yu Yunyao and Cui Xiaoya were quietly discussing the Martial Soul Energy Guidance Technique that Teacher Su had taught them that day.

The framework of the class has been established, and a competitive atmosphere has been formed. The fledglings have begun to flap their tender wings, learning to fly, to cooperate, and to face storms in the collective crucible. The pressure of monthly evaluations, like a whip hanging overhead, motivates every student to strive forward.

As class monitors, Yu Yunting and Yu Yunyao are growing rapidly while fulfilling their responsibilities. They are beginning to realize that while individual strength is important, how to unite a group and lead everyone to progress together is another profound subject.