Xuan Zi: This Seat deserves credit for leading the team this time, doesn't he?

Yu Daoyun silently raised his chin, feeling incredibly proud.

During the recent battle, he too had been astonished by the Golden Dragon's power. It seemed all his efforts hadn't been in vain, all of it transforming into strength.

He had punched an Evil Soul Master into oblivion, terrifyingly so.

At this moment, Zhang Lexuan spoke, "Alright, everyone search thoroughly. See if there are any stragglers. We cannot let a single Evil Soul Master escape."

Following this command, the members of the inspection team began searching for any remaining fugitives.

In the nearby woods, Xuan Zi, with a chicken leg in one hand and a wine gourd in the other, was overjoyed.

This mission had been a complete success, and he could report back to Mu En.

He had to admit, this young fellow's strength was truly formidable.

Then, Xuan Zi's gaze fell upon the Golden Dragon Spear, and he inquired, "Can this old man have a touch of this spear?"

He had seen clearly during the fierce battle that this spear was incredibly fearsome.

Yu Daoyun hesitated for a moment before replying, "Elder Xuan, are you sure you want to see it? It's not that I don't want to show you, but this spear can only be used by me, or by a soul master who also possesses the Golden Dragon Martial Soul."

Xuan Zi's brow twitched upon hearing this. He said indifferently, "What? Are you afraid this old man will take your treasure and not return it?"

I'm afraid you won't be able to let go once you get it... Yu Daoyun handed the Golden Dragon Spear over without another word.

As the spear entered his grasp, Xuan Zi first felt a dragon's aura, as if boundless power was contained within, ready to erupt at any moment.

The next instant, a terrifying suction force erupted from the spear.

Xuan Zi's expression changed drastically. He hastily threw the spear away, only to find it stuck to him, even draining his life force.

He was truly terrified, his body convulsing uncontrollably.

My life force, my life force...

Xuan Zi was going mad internally, desperately wanting to get rid of this life-draining object.

However, it was to no avail.

Yu Daoyun watched this scene, laughing like a goose, and shouted, "Come back!"

The Golden Dragon Spear instantly flew from Xuan Zi's hand back to its owner and disappeared.

Xuan Zi, still shaken, trembled, "What a terrifying weapon! It could actually devour my life force. I almost had to use a soul skill to shake it off."

"Young fellow, what is going on? Explain it to me."

This was the first time he had touched the Golden Dragon Spear, and Xuan Zi was full of curiosity.

He had never encountered a weapon that could devour life force before.

Yu Daoyun explained, "The Golden Dragon Spear was formed from the rib of a Golden Dragon. Only soul masters with the Golden Dragon Martial Soul can use it. Anyone else who touches it will have their life force devoured."

"It's not that I didn't want to let you, Elder Xuan, use it, but you insisted. You can't blame me for this, can you?"

Xuan Zi's mouth twitched violently.

He had been tricked by this kid! So much life force gone, a massive loss.

How many chicken legs would he have to eat to make up for it?

Not long after, Zhang Lexuan and the others returned.

The Evil Soul Master sweep mission was complete, with no Evil Soul Masters surviving.

Xuan Zi, munching on a chicken leg, chuckled, "This mission was completed very well. You are all commendable."

"Elder Xuan, if you were to scout every time, I think we could complete every mission perfectly," Han Ruoruo teased with a smile.

The other members of the inspection team nodded in agreement.

If Elder Xuan were to lead the way and scout for every mission, the casualty rate among the inner court students would significantly decrease.

In a cycle, the inner court would only grow larger, not like the current situation where the feminine energy was dominant.

However, Xuan Zi's expression suddenly froze.

Having to scout for every mission from now on? Wasn't that treating him like a workhorse? Then he wouldn't be able to drink and eat meat properly.

These children truly didn't consider the elderly.

He casually replied, "You want this old man to clear the path for you every day? No way! I have important matters to attend to."

The students of the inspection team were immediately speechless.

Han Ruoruo and Zhang Lexuan also sighed, knowing full well that it was impossible to get someone like Xuan Zi to undertake such tasks.

An occasional instance was fine, but more than that was not feasible.

Yu Daoyun listened to Xuan Zi's outrageous statement, his lips twitching slightly.

What important matters? It was nothing more than laziness, wanting to find a place to sleep, drink, and eat, and then wake up to resign.

Xuan Zi was completely unreliable.

The future of Shrek would still require someone like him to rectify the atmosphere.

After the mission, Shrek's inspection team packed their equipment and, under Xuan Zi's lead, returned to the academy.

On the cliff not far away, Cai Mei'er's gaze remained fixed on Yu Daoyun.

This mission's easy completion had a lot to do with this kid.

Having lived for most of her life, this was the first time she'd seen Elder Xuan keep his word so faithfully.

Moreover, Yu Daoyun's strength was truly terrifying; the power of the Golden Dragon Martial Soul couldn't be compared to Soul Masters of the same level.

Yu Daoyun had performed exceptionally well in this battle.

Cai Mei'er murmured, "I need to report to Elder Mu first."

Two days later.

The Shrek Supervisory Team returned to the academy safely.

The mission had been completed exceptionally well, and Elder Xuan couldn't contain his smile, overjoyed.

The reason was simple: there were no major casualties in this mission; everyone had returned safely.

Elder Mu would definitely reward him this time!

Just then, Elder Mu and several elders emerged from the Sea God Pavilion. They glanced at the team, a look of admiration on their faces.

Yan Shaozhe praised, "Elder Mu, this mission was a complete success. No major casualties, which means Elder Xuan was truly serious about executing the mission."

The elders felt as if they were seeing Elder Xuan in a new light.

It seemed Elder Xuan should always be this reliable, rather than losing a few students every year.

Elder Xuan took a sip of wine and chuckled, "It's these children who are outstanding. I was just along for the ride."

Unexpectedly, he looked up and saw no change in Elder Mu's expression.

Xuan Zi was startled. Could it be that Elder Mu was dissatisfied with him?

Mu En simply shook his head slightly, completely giving up on treating Xuan Zi.

Mei'er had returned early and informed him of everything.

If Yu Daoyun hadn't used his name to pressure Elder Xuan, Xuan Zi would likely have messed things up again.

After a moment of silence, Mu En spoke, "Xuan Zi, how do you think you completed this mission?"

Xuan Zi paused and said, "Elder Mu, I think it was alright..."

He said this with no confidence, as he had originally planned to find a place to sleep and wait for the children to finish the mission.

"Alright..."

Mu En murmured to himself for a long time, neither praising Xuan Zi nor punishing him.

Yan Shaozhe and the others sensed the awkward atmosphere and dared not speak.

Elder Mu's reaction was definitely related to Cai Mei'er.

Next, Mu En looked at the children and said kindly, "Children, you completed this mission exceptionally well. Elder Mu is proud of you; you are all the future of Shrek."

"As your teacher, the rewards I promised you will not be lacking."

With that, he spread his hands, and several porcelain bottles and medicinal liquids flew into the hands of the Supervisory Team's students.

Ma Xiaotao and the others immediately beamed with joy.

Yu Daoyun received a fruit in his hand, its properties unclear.

Everyone received something different, but all were beneficial items.

Although they weren't soul bones, their value was comparable to ordinary hundred-year soul bones.

The academy was quite generous.

"Thank you, Elder Mu!"

Zhang Lexuan was the first to express her gratitude.

Then, Ma Xiaotao and the other inner court students followed their senior sister's lead and thanked him.

Elder Mu smiled kindly and said, "Go and rest well. Yu Daoyun, stay behind. I have something to entrust to you."