Time flew by, and before they knew it, the break was over.
On the students' return-to-school day, the area outside Shrek Academy's east gate grew lively once more. Students from every grade returned to the academy from all over the continent, ready to begin the new semester.
On Sea God Island, Jiang Che's injuries had fully healed, and his Soul Power had reached the peak of level 93. He was only a hair's breadth from breaking through to level 94.
He had even turned misfortune into fortune. Though his battle with Di Tian had nearly cost him his life, it had also given him a few new insights into how to use his ninth Soul Skill.
Mu En had also told him that he was now a Titled Douluo and should take up an honorary post in the Shrek Inspectorate, like the other seniors. His position was equivalent to Xuan Zi's: vice-captain.
His first assignment was to protect the contestants on their journey to the Star Luo Empire for the Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Soul Fighting Tournament, which would begin soon.
"Panel, claim my reward!"
[Congratulations, host, on successfully escaping from the Scarlet King. Reward: Soul Power Level +1, Hundred Thousand Year Soul Ring x1]
Once the panel finished displaying its message, Jiang Che's Soul Power surged, and his presence rose to a whole new level.
"Now that feels good!" Jiang Che murmured. He felt much more comfortable all over.
"Panel, can you shorten the time it takes to absorb a Hundred Thousand Year Soul Ring?"
Jiang Che wanted to absorb the Soul Ring right away, but he was worried it would take a month, like it had the last time.
[Rest assured, host. This Soul Ring has been improved and can be absorbed in a short time. It