Secret Message

Caw, caw, caw...

A flock of crows flew across Shrek's sky, their cries harsh and unpleasant, yet no one could hear them.

The atmosphere across the entire square was awkward. Aside from Zhu Zhuqing and Ning Rongrong, everyone else had their eyes fixed on Xiao Wu.

There was shock, disbelief, and above all, admiration!

Badass! Was Xiao Wu declaring war on Zhu Zhuqing in front of everyone? Xiao Wu is fierce!

What's going on? Since when did Xiao Wu like Gu Yi too? Didn't she always like Tang San?

At that moment, it felt as though asteroids had exploded in Ma Hongjun and Oscar's minds, leaving them utterly stunned!

Tang San's mind, however, had been completely blown apart. He stared blankly at the frowning Xiao Wu, not knowing what to say for a moment.

What did she just say?

She said she wanted to be with Gu Yi?

What's happening? What exactly happened? Did something happen yesterday?

Countless questions flooded Tang San's mind all at once. He only felt a sharp pang in his chest and weakness throughout his body.

It was as if something important had been stolen from him!

"Xiao San... are you all right?"

As though Yu Xiaogang could sense Tang San's feelings, he quickly walked over and supported him.

"Teacher, I'm fine. Let's begin training." Tang San clutched his chest tightly with his right hand and forced himself to endure the pain in his heart as he replied.

Though he was answering Yu Xiaogang, his gaze remained locked on Gu Yi, making Gu Yi's skin crawl.

Xiao Wu is really stirring things up. Given Tang San's personality... I already deserve death!

Looks like I should sleep inside the domain for the next few nights.

Yeah, and I should test my food with silver needles too.

Gu Yi thought helplessly to himself.

He truly hadn't expected Xiao Wu to lay everything out with Tang San so quickly. It caught him somewhat off guard!

Still, he wasn't afraid of Tang San, though he had to be more careful.

"All right!" Flender swept his gaze over the crowd before continuing, "That's enough. Whether you're in the senior class or junior class, the training content is roughly the same. Training begins now!"

"Everyone in the junior class, come with me. Zhao Wuji is already waiting for you at the combat grounds."

With that, Flender led everyone away. If they kept arguing, the situation might truly spiral out of control!

"Then let's begin as well. Today's training is the same as yesterday's. Suotuo City, ten laps. Start now!"

Time passed swiftly, and night soon fell.

Flender's lessons that day were simple. He first arranged for everyone to spar with Zhao Wuji, then sent them to undergo Gravity Training. This not only honed their combat skills, but also strengthened their physiques.

After the training ended, he had everyone seek out Shao Xin for Dietary Supplement to restore their stamina.

He had already learned that Oscar had agreed to become his disciple, so naturally, he had to make proper use of the boy.

With the help of a food-system Soul Saint, wasn't restoring stamina a simple matter?

Finally, he arranged for everyone to head to the Soul Arena for soul battles. Only after that was over did he announce their dismissal.

"Ah! The dean said we'll have to follow this routine every day from now on. Can we even survive?" Oscar asked.

"Isn't this still better than running all day?"

"You saw it just now too. They're still doing weighted runs. Can running like that every day really be useful?"

Ma Hongjun retorted.

He thought this was much more comfortable, anyway. No matter how exhausting the morning was, after Shao Xin's Dietary Supplement, he would be full of energy again. The evening battles were no problem at all.

"I think this is better too. The dean's arrangements cover everything. I have no objections." Gu Yi placed both hands behind his head and agreed.

"I have an objection. As an auxiliary Soul Master, I can't keep working with the same Battle Soul Master all the time, can I?"

"For tomorrow's match, I want to be on your team, Gu Yi." Ning Rongrong jumped in front of Gu Yi and proposed.

After today's training, she understood. Nearly the entire day would be wasted on training, leaving her no time to interact with Gu Yi.

And whenever he fought two-person soul battles, he only teamed up with Zhu Zhuqing, leaving her with even fewer opportunities. She had to change that now.

Otherwise, how was she supposed to carry out her plan?

"No." Gu Yi rejected her without a second thought.

He looked at Ning Rongrong indifferently. His previously lazy eyes instantly filled with coldness.

Even now, he still had no idea what Ning Rongrong was trying to do, so naturally, he would not agree to any of her requests.

He would not give Ning Rongrong even the slightest chance to cause trouble.

"You... think about it again, okay?" Ning Rongrong was just about to lose her temper when she forcibly suppressed it.

She deliberately blinked her large eyes, putting on a pitiful, coquettish expression.

"No."

Gu Yi did not hesitate in the slightest. After saying that, he walked directly around Ning Rongrong and led Zhu Zhuqing toward the academy entrance.

She put on a convincing act. If he hadn't known in advance that her favorability had dropped even lower, Gu Yi might have fallen for it.

The others also looked at Gu Yi helplessly before quickly following after him, leaving Ning Rongrong behind.

"Hmph! Damn Gu Yi! One day, I'll make you regret this!" Ning Rongrong stared viciously at Gu Yi's retreating back and declared firmly.

Just as she was thinking that, a dark-blue streak of light flew into her hand.

It was a communication Soul Tool, the one she had used to send a message back yesterday.

"Father replied!" A smile appeared on Ning Rongrong's face as she excitedly poured Soul Power into it.

The next moment, Ning Fengzhi's voice came from within.

"You did very well, Rongrong. Father did not spoil you for nothing."

"Tomorrow, Father will bring Bone Grandfather and Sword Grandfather over. Be prepared, and make sure you don't expose yourself."

Upon hearing this, the smile on Ning Rongrong's face widened.

This was wonderful! Didn't that mean her Soul Bone was practically secured?

A Hundred Thousand Year Soul Bone—how many people dreamed of obtaining something so precious? This was amazing!

At that thought, Ning Rongrong began to laugh sinisterly, her face full of smugness and arrogance.

Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, Council Hall.

At that moment, Sword Douluo, Bone Douluo, and Ning Fengzhi had gathered there.

"Rongrong has rendered a great service this time! I should thank her in advance on Xiao Yi's behalf." Gu Rong wore a delighted smile as he spoke excitedly.

"Hmph! If Rongrong could absorb the soul ring, the benefits wouldn't have gone to your grandson." Chen Xin said with a disdainful look.

"Hahaha! Say whatever you like. Everyone knows that soul rings and Soul Bones can only be optimized when they come from the same soul beast. The Sect Master's arrangement is perfectly reasonable."

Gu Rong paid no mind to Chen Xin's harsh words. All he knew was that his grandson was truly fortunate this time!

"All right, Sword Uncle. Xiao Yi is also a future pillar of our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. What difference does it make whether he obtains it or Rongrong does?" Ning Fengzhi said with a smile.

Gu Yi was the only genius in the entire sect. They had to seize this opportunity.

This time, he intended to use the Hundred Thousand Year Soul Bone and soul ring to completely bind Gu Yi to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, ensuring he would remain there forever!

Only then could he rest easy. Otherwise, with Ning Rongrong alone, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect would be in danger.

"All right, enough nonsense. Let's leave at once. Delays breed complications." Chen Xin said with a frown.

"While we're at it, bring those two girls back as well. It's about time I gave Gu Yi a proper warning."