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Xie Xie landed less than a meter away from Gu Yue. He had calculated the position with perfect accuracy.

It was just close enough to reach his opponent, while still leaving himself room to evade after a single strike.

Faced with such a formidable opponent, much of his own potential had been brought out as well.

However, this opponent was clearly far more troublesome than he had imagined.

The instant his toes touched the ground, Xie Xie suddenly felt a pulling force from below, as though he had stepped into a muddy swamp. His left foot sank in, and what should have been a springing attack immediately became an attack from a standstill.

Gu Yue staggered beneath her feet and pitched half a step forward, but she happened to dodge his strike.

At the same time, an Ice Cone shot out with a backhand flick. Its target was not Xie Xie, but the ground beneath his feet.

The muddy ground trapping his left foot instantly froze when the Ice Cone entered it, and one of Xie Xie's feet was immediately fixed to the ground.

Gu Yue turned and raised her hand, sending a fireball flying straight at him.

At such close range, with Xie Xie's left foot pinned to the ground, it was already impossible for an Agile Attack System Battle Soul Master like him to dodge.

Yet at that moment, he revealed his true strength.

The Light Dragon Blade slashed out, striking the fireball with incomparable precision. Flames burst in every direction as the fireball exploded.

Gu Yue raised both hands at once. Ice Cones and fireballs continuously shot toward him. The Light Dragon Blade alone was no longer enough for Xie Xie to block them, but he raised his left hand as well, and the light in his eyes instantly brightened.

As an Agile Attack System Battle Soul Master with Twin Martial Souls, even without his speed, he was confident in his ability to fight head-on.

They all had only one Soul Ring, which meant their cultivation was below Level 20. Xie Xie possessed Twin Martial Souls and was an Eighteenth Rank Soul Master. He was certain that in a simple contest of Soul Power consumption, he would definitely defeat his opponent.

The Light Dragon Dagger and Shadow Dragon Dagger danced through the air. This was Xie Xie's first time displaying his Second Martial Soul before everyone.

Every strike accurately hit Gu Yue's attacks and shattered them, displaying his incredibly precise judgment.

Wu Changkong watched from the side, his eyes shining with admiration. It was not only because of Xie Xie, but also because of Gu Yue.

Ice Element, Fire Element, Earth Element, and Wind Element. During her battle with Xie Xie, she had used all four in succession, displaying a wide range of both control and attack abilities.

Although Wu Changkong could not understand where exactly her Soul Skills came from.

Still, with just one Soul Ring, she had achieved the shared use of four elemental attributes. Without a doubt, she possessed the potential of a Super Martial Soul!

A cold smile tugged at Xie Xie's lips. You may be strong, but your Soul Power can't possibly exceed mine. I have Twin Martial Souls and I'm Eighteenth Rank. Even if we compete in endurance, I can still win.

After all, they each had only One Ring. He could already feel the earth-and-ice solidification sealing his left foot gradually loosening. Once he broke free from the restraint beneath his foot, the situation would only become more favorable for him.

But at that very moment, he saw the smile on Gu Yue's face. Then, in the next instant, he saw that what she threw from her hand was no longer a fireball, but a white sphere of light.

The light exploded before Xie Xie's eyes in an instant, and everything before him turned into a blinding white haze.

Not good! Xie Xie cried inwardly. His two daggers swung rapidly before him, hoping to block her attacks with the densest possible barrage.

"Alright, that's enough." Wu Changkong's voice sounded at just the right time.

It took more than ten seconds before Xie Xie's vision recovered from the intense light, but tears were already streaming from his eyes.

Wu Changkong looked at Gu Yue. "You won."

Xie Xie protested, "Teacher, I didn't lose! My attacks were so dense just now. Her attacks might not have been able to break through them."

Wu Changkong snorted coldly. "A loss is a loss. While you were wildly swinging your daggers, she had already reached your back."

Gu Yue smiled slightly. Silver light flashed around her body, and she suddenly shifted three meters sideways, leaving Xie Xie dumbfounded.

Ignoring Xie Xie's reaction, she looked at Wu Changkong. "Teacher, can I enroll now?"

Wu Changkong nodded. "Of course. If I promised you something, I will do it."

"But first, you need to tell me your background and exactly what your Martial Soul is."

Gu Yue took out a letter from her clothes. "This is my recommendation letter from my junior academy. As for my Martial Soul, it is the Elemental User."

Elemental User?

Wu Changkong considered himself widely knowledgeable, yet this was the first time he had heard of such a Martial Soul.

During Gu Yue's battle with Xie Xie, she had displayed six elements in succession: Ice Element, Fire Element, Earth Element, Wind Element, Light Element, and space. The abilities she displayed were nothing short of astonishing.

One had to know that among Martial Souls, possessing even a single element was already considered exceptionally high quality.

That was also why Wu Changkong had been surprised by Tang Wuyang's First Soul Skill.

Yet this previously unheard-of Elemental User Martial Soul could possess all Six Elements at once. It was simply unimaginable.

Gu Yue noticed the surprise in Wu Changkong's eyes and did not hide anything. "I can control six elements, but my Soul Ring cannot be added to any individual element."

"Therefore, I can control changes in the elements, but it is difficult for me to make them stronger."

"And my First Soul Skill is called Elemental Tide."

"It allows my Soul Power to last longer while strengthening my control."

After listening to Gu Yue's explanation, Wu Changkong finally gained a general understanding of this Martial Soul.

Sure enough, it was impossible for a Martial Soul with absolutely no flaws to exist in this world.

As the saying went, every advantage came with a disadvantage. Although Gu Yue had only one Martial Soul, she could control all six elements at once.

That also meant she could not specialize in any one element, nor could she attach Soul Skills to any individual element.

But this Elemental User was definitely a top-tier Martial Soul, no worse than Twin Martial Souls. If properly nurtured, Gu Yue would certainly become an incomparably powerful Soul Master in the future.

Wu Changkong's heart stirred slightly. "Good. I understand. From now on, you are a member of Grade One Class Five."

Gu Yue replied with a dazzling smile, "Thank you, Teacher."

Wu Changkong's face returned to its usual indifferent expression. "Then go run with them. This is mandatory physical training."

"Xie Xie, you too."

Xie Xie immediately pulled a long face. "Teacher, didn't you say I wouldn't have to run after the fight?"

Wu Changkong looked at him coldly. "Did you win?"

"I..." Xie Xie was rendered speechless. Resigned to his fate, he returned to the track, his frustration obvious.

In that battle with Gu Yue just now, he had already gone all out, yet he had still lost.

That girl's Martial Soul was far too bizarre. It was even stranger than the Golden Scales that had inexplicably appeared on Tang Wuyang before.

Gu Yue smiled slightly at the dejected Xie Xie. Without refusing, she ran directly onto the field and began running alongside the students of Class Five.

Watching them run, a rare smile appeared on Wu Changkong's face as he turned and walked toward the main academic building.

Gu Yue's steps were light, and she soon stood out from the main group, catching up to the leading Tang Wuyang and Tang Wulin brothers.

Running beside Tang Wuyang, she asked curiously, "You look so much like the person beside you. Why are both of you wearing Iron Chains?"

Looking at the girl who had caught up, Tang Wuyang felt an inexplicable sense of warmth rise in his heart. "That's my brother. We're Twins, so of course we look alike."

"The Iron Chains are for training our bodies. Teacher is probably just stricter with my brother and me."

"I saw everything just now. You're amazing. You can actually use so many elements."

Gu Yue smiled. "It's actually nothing. None of my individual elements are particularly strong, but as long as you control them well, they can bring you unexpected surprises."

After hearing her words, Tang Wuyang could not help but quietly ponder them.

Tang Wulin, who was listening beside him, also showed a thoughtful expression.

"You're just talking big because you have it easy. Do you think everyone's Martial Soul can be controlled in so many ways like yours?" Xie Xie's voice sounded from Tang Wulin's side.

Without the burden of Iron Armor, and after resting earlier, he was running fairly easily now.

Gu Yue replied irritably, "That just means you still don't fully understand your own Martial Soul!"

Xie Xie said unconvincedly, "How do you know I don't understand it?"

Gu Yue spread her hands. "You lost to me. What more do I need to know?"

"You..." Xie Xie was speechless. He was supposed to be a genius, yet after coming to this academy, and even ending up in the worst class, he had been defeated again and again.

Wu Changkong entered the academic building. Since classes were still in session, the corridors seemed especially empty.

When he reached the entrance to the Academic Affairs Office, he paused for a moment. After some thought, he raised his hand and knocked on the door.

"Come in!" Long Hengxu's tone was not very pleasant.

Wu Changkong pushed the door open and entered.

Long Hengxu was still in a depressed mood. Seeing Wu Changkong enter, he asked with a cold expression, "Teacher Wu, what can I do for you?"

Wu Changkong's expression was calm. He walked to the desk and bowed slightly to Long Hengxu. "I'm sorry, Director Long. I came to apologize to you."

Wu Changkong's action left Long Hengxu completely stunned.

The anger that had filled his heart was instantly replaced by shock.

What was going on? The Cold and Arrogant God was actually apologizing?

Ever since this highly individualistic man had joined the academy, he had been one of its most talked-about figures. He completely ignored the teaching curriculum established by the academy and did everything his own way.

With his outstanding looks, the academy's female students had even named him a god.

Yet such a legendary figure was apologizing to him now. Long Hengxu suddenly felt as though the sun had risen in the west.

Wu Changkong looked into Long Hengxu's eyes and said seriously, "I was wrong today, so I came to apologize. I hope you can forgive me."

Hearing his words, Long Hengxu did not know whether he had been frightened by him or had genuinely calmed down, but he hurriedly said, "F-Fine. I forgive you."

Wu Changkong nodded, then took out Gu Yue's recommendation letter. "Director Long, a new student has joined our class. She has just completed my test and meets the academy's enrollment requirements."

"According to academy rules, if a student misses the registration period but receives special approval to enroll, they can only begin in Class Five."

"So, please approve her enrollment."

Long Hengxu subconsciously accepted the recommendation letter. "Alright, I'll handle it."

Wu Changkong said, "Then do it now. I'll wait for you to finish."

Only then did Long Hengxu finally realize what was happening. So Wu Changkong had come to apologize because he needed a favor.

Although the anger in his heart had faded after Wu Changkong's apology, he still said somewhat resentfully, "Teacher Wu, I still hope that in the future, you can at least leave me some dignity in front of the students."

Wu Changkong nodded again. "Alright."

Long Hengxu had not expected him to agree so readily. It seemed this student was highly valued by Teacher Wu. Thinking that, Long Hengxu opened the recommendation letter and read it carefully.

The letter came from a small city and contained nothing unusual.

Gu Yue, female. Martial Soul: Elemental User.

Elemental User?

Long Hengxu was a little confused. What kind of Martial Soul was that?

Soul Power Level 15. Her Soul Power was fairly decent.

"She is a genius. I believe only I can teach her properly, so I hope Director Long will support me and let her remain in my class."

Long Hengxu could not help asking, "Elemental User? What kind of Martial Soul is that? Teacher Wu, you are widely knowledgeable. Do you know?"

Wu Changkong said, "I just saw it. It is a decent Martial Soul. Director Long will have a chance to see it during the upcoming Promotion Tournament."

Hearing him bring up the Promotion Tournament of his own accord, Long Hengxu could not help saying, "This time, I deliberately arranged for Xie Xie to enter your Class Five because I hoped you would show some results in the Promotion Tournament."

"After all, only when the lower-ranked classes display sufficient strength can they push the higher-ranked classes to keep advancing. That is the meaning of the academy holding the Promotion Tournament."

"Teacher Wu, have you decided how many people you will send to compete this time?"

"I have."

After Long Hengxu completed Gu Yue's enrollment procedures, Wu Changkong returned to the field. By then, the running task he had assigned was basically complete.

"Gather!"

The Class Five students dragged their exhausted bodies toward the center of the field in groups of two and three, looking like defeated soldiers.

"This morning's class ends here. Gu Yue, stay behind. Everyone else is dismissed."

It was finally over!

Almost every student ran toward the dormitories at once. They could finally rest.

Because of the earlier run, Gu Yue's small face still carried a faint blush.

"My name is Wu Changkong. I am your homeroom teacher. These are your dormitory key, school uniform, and textbooks."

"Starting today, you are officially a student of Grade One Class Five."

"Thank you, Teacher Wu."

After saying that, Gu Yue accepted the items Wu Changkong handed her.

"Mm. Go rest. Classes officially begin this afternoon."

Xie Xie pulled Tang Wuyang and Tang Wulin, who had originally intended to go to the cafeteria, quickly back to the dormitory.

"Why are you in such a hurry?" Tang Wulin asked.

"Yeah, couldn't it wait until after we ate?" Tang Wuyang echoed from the side.

The reason Xie Xie had given for dragging them back was that he had something to say to them.

"Relax, I'm not looking to fight Tang Wuyang." Xie Xie rolled his eyes. "I'm doing this for your own good."

"You both saw that Gu Yue, right?"

"You'd better not get too close to her, especially you, Tang Wuyang."

Tang Wuyang asked in confusion, "Me? How have I gotten close to her? We only just met."

Xie Xie snorted. "You seemed to be having a great time talking to her just now. Have you forgotten what Teacher Wu said? At least three people have to participate in the Promotion Tournament."

"Before, it was the three of us. Now that she's here, do you think you're stronger than her?"

Tang Wulin shook his head. "Of course not. Since Gu Yue is stronger, let her compete."

Tang Wuyang nodded repeatedly beside him, as though he did not care at all whether he could participate in the Promotion Tournament.

Xie Xie's eyes widened. "Idiots! There are rewards for the Promotion Tournament. Don't you want to eat Meal A?"

"This..."

At the mention of food, Tang Wuyang instantly took the matter seriously.

Because of Mu Xi's interference that morning, he had not eaten anything yet.

After training all morning, he felt like he could eat an entire cow.

The moment Tang Wulin heard Meal A mentioned, his expression also became serious.

His appetite was not as large as Tang Wuyang's, but when it came to loving food, the two of them were the same.

"Then I'd guess Wulin, Wuyang, and that Gu Yue might compete together." Zhou Changxi came in from outside and inserted himself into the three men's conversation.

Clearly, he had heard what they had been talking about.

Xie Xie pointed at himself. "You mean there's no place for me?"

Zhou Changxi said matter-of-factly, "You fought Wuyang twice and lost both times. Your face was slapped swollen."

"During class today, you lost to Wulin, then lost to Gu Yue."

"Why do you think Wulin or Wuyang would be eliminated instead of you?"

He had long been annoyed with Xie Xie. Since such a good opportunity to strike at him had appeared, how could he not make the most of it?

Xie Xie froze at his words. Thinking about it, that really did seem to be the case. His expression immediately became strange.

"Alright, alright. Teacher Wu said at least three people would compete, but he never said only three could compete." Tang Wulin said in a mediating tone when he saw the two were about to argue.

Tang Wuyang rubbed his stomach. "How many people compete isn't important. What's important is that I'm starving!"

"Brother, let's hurry to the cafeteria!"

Hearing that, Tang Wulin no longer paid attention to Xie Xie and Zhou Changxi. He decisively headed for the cafeteria with his younger brother.