Is the Core Flame Martial Soul Really That Strong?

Le Zhengyang raised his chin slightly, looking down at Bai Yuan with a condescending gaze.

He waited for Bai Yuan to show surprise, apprehension, or at least a "who are you?" expression.

After all, he was quite a prominent figure at Shrek.

Bai Yuan simply put down his chopsticks and glanced at Gu Yuena.

Where did this oddball come from?

Shrek truly produces extraordinary individuals!

"No, no!"

"Your words lack force!"

Le Zhengyang suddenly frowned and muttered to himself.

"You should have made your expression even more hateful, and said something like 'Shrek is shit.'"

"That's how you stir up hatred and generate buzz."

Gu Yuena took a bite of rice expressionlessly, her eyes lingering on Le Zhengyang for a moment before looking away.

She had seen people trying to climb over Bai Yuan to get ahead in the Spirit Pagoda, but she had never seen anyone so blatant.

What do you mean, "Shrek is poop"?

How could he say something like that?

They've completely abandoned all shame in their pursuit of attention?

Bai Yuan's lips twitched slightly.

Is this person here to teach him acting?

They've stirred up some buzz around him, haven't they?

As expected of the Holy Angel Clan, they love to show off their divine power in front of people.

"I forgot to introduce myself."

Le Zhengyang put away his displeased expression, put on an elegant smile again, and bowed slightly to Bai Yuan.

"Tenth on the Youth Genius Ranking, Angel Le Zhengyang."

"Today, I formally issue my challenge to you."

He looked directly at Bai Yuan.

"I'm going to prove that your fifth place is nothing but a hollow title."

"This time, it's my turn to take this place."

Then he deliberately spoke loudly to the outside world.

"Bai Yuan, right? Fifth on the Youth Genius Ranking —what an impressive title!"

His voice rose a few decibels, and many people in the cafeteria turned around.

"But in my eyes, this ranking of Youth Genius Ranking is nothing but a joke."

Le Zhengyang placed his palm on the table, leaned forward slightly, and stared directly at Bai Yuan, speaking slowly and deliberately.

"Shrek is the number one academy on the continent."

"The Youth Genius Ranking is nothing more than a self-amusement device for the Spirit Pagoda."

"What right do you, an outsider, have to act so wildly on Shrek's territory?"

Bai Yuan glanced at Le Zhengyang.

This person even made up their own story?

What a talent!

"Don't you have any idea how weak you are, being ranked fifth?"

Le Zhengyang straightened up, adjusted his collar, and regained his elegant and composed demeanor, extending his hand to Bai Yuan.

"Tenth on the Youth Genius Ranking, Angel Le Zhengyang. Today, I formally issue my challenge to you."

"Shrek's honor does not need to be tarnished by an outsider!"

"This ranking should be mine."

The cafeteria fell silent. All eyes were on Bai Yuan, watching to see how he would respond.

Bai Yuan stared at Le Zhengyang's hand, which was suspended in mid-air.

I glanced again at his face, which seemed to say, "I'm showing off, don't bother me."

"Oh."

Bai Yuan lowered his head and continued eating.

Le Zhengyang's smile froze.

What's wrong with this person?

Can't you understand good or bad advice?

He launched the challenge with such elegance, composure, and grace.

He just replied with an "Oh?"

Le Zhengyang took a deep breath and suppressed the surging anger in his heart.

It's okay, he won't lose anything regardless of whether he wins or loses.

Winning would be a huge profit.

Fifth on the Youth Genius Ranking, a genius of the Spirit Pagoda, and a prominent figure among Shrek's exchange students.

He was trampled underfoot by the heir of his Holy Angel Family.

The fame, the prestige, the opportunity to appear on Soul Guidance Screen across the entire continent—just thinking about it made his blood boil.

Even if you lose, it's not a loss.

He was ranked tenth and challenged the fifth-ranked player; losing was expected, winning was a pleasant surprise.

If he can put on a show of "fighting with all his might and losing with honor" on the field, public opinion will naturally be on his side.

Moreover, his Martial Soul is the Holy Angel, the visual effects are top-notch, and his acting is superb.

He can make the audience think he's risking his life just by flapping his wings a few times.

In the post-match interview, he humbly offered a few more words.

"Bai Yuan is indeed very strong, but I won't give up. I will definitely win next time."

They established a positive image, capitalized on the buzz, and gained fame.

He has to fight this battle.

It won't harm you in any way.

Le Zhengyang straightened his collar, put on his elegant and composed smile again, and looked directly at Bai Yuan.

"Bai Yuan, you wouldn't... be scared, would you?"

Bai Yuan finally raised his head and looked at Le Zhengyang.

"Whatever makes you happy."

Le Zhengyang's smile froze for a moment.

What does "whatever makes you happy" mean?

Does this mean they agreed or not?

After finishing the last bite of her meal, Gu Yuena stood up, her eyes lingering on Le Zhengyang's face for a moment before she expressionlessly looked away.

"Let's go, Senior Brother."

"So boring, so stupid!"

All you ever do is fight and kill!

Le Zhengyang's smile completely vanished.

What's wrong with this little girl? Why is she ignoring him too?

He was the heir of the Holy Angel Family, ranked tenth on the Youth Genius Ranking, and a prominent figure at the Shrek Academy.

She wouldn't even give me a second glance?

Seeing Bai Yuan turn and walk towards the cafeteria entrance, he quickly followed after him.

"Bai Yuan, you!"

Bai Yuan turned around.

In that instant, Le Zhengyang stopped abruptly.

An indescribable aura emanated from Bai Yuan.

It felt like an invisible mountain pressing down on his chest, making him hold his breath for a moment.

His Martial Soul.

Holy Angel.

That Martial Soul, hailed as Shrek Academy's most powerful, was actually trembling.

"Just who is this person?!"

"Class begins this afternoon."

Bai Yuan withdrew his gaze, turned around, and walked out of the cafeteria.

Le Zhengyang stood there, watching the black figure disappear.

He opened his mouth as if to say something, but found that he couldn't utter a single word.

The oppressive feeling only gradually subsided after Bai Yuan's figure completely disappeared from his sight.

Le Zhengyang was panting heavily.

What's wrong with this person? That aura...

His Martial Soul is the Holy Angel, one of the top Martial Soul on this continent.

How could I possibly tremble with fear at the sight of someone my own age?

Isn't his Martial Soul just a tiny Core Flame?

Is it really that strong??

Le Zhengyang clenched his fists and gritted his teeth to suppress the palpitations in his heart.

I must have been distracted; I wasn't in the right state of mind.

He simply took advantage of the situation and suppressed their momentum.

Once he's in good form this afternoon, he definitely won't lose to him.

Le Zhengyang a deep breath, stood up from his chair, straightened his collar, and waved to the few classmates who were still watching.

"Send the message out, just say it."

"Yue Zhengyu is going to challenge Bai Yuan and reclaim Shrek's glory!"

The students exchanged glances, then immediately divided the tasks, taking out their Soul Guidance Communicator to send messages.

Le Zhengyang stood at the entrance of the cafeteria.

"How am I supposed to celebrate this afternoon's victory?!"

"Let's use his failure to solidify the results of my own secluded training!"

"After all, he feels like he's really different this year!"

A graceful and composed smile returned to the corners of her mouth.

He will defend Shrek's glory.

Bai Yuan pushed open the classroom door, and everyone's eyes immediately fell on him before quickly looking away.

The look in their eyes was so complex, a mixture of awe, curiosity, schadenfreude, and a hint of inexplicable excitement.

The news that Yue Zhengyu was going to challenge Bai Yuan had obviously spread throughout the entire Teaching Building.

The tenth- Youth Genius Ranking challenges the fifth-ranked, creating a gimmick of Shrek civil war.

That's enough to keep these bored students excited all day.

Bai Yuan glanced at the evasive gazes and a slight smile appeared on his lips.

That's good, let them see it for themselves.

He originally planned to stay quietly at Shrek for the rest of the year, and then return to the Spirit Pagoda once he had made enough money.

Yue Zhengyu insisted on coming to him, he couldn't refuse.

Gu Yuena followed him to her seat with a blank expression.

She had absolutely no interest in this so-called "challenge".

In her eyes, Yue Zhengyu was nothing but a clown.

Bai Yuan could easily crush him without even needing to activate his Soul Ring.

Reaching the top of the Youth Genius Ranking is not his goal.

But if Yue Zhengyu insisted on helping him up, he wouldn't mind climbing over his shoulders.

After all, being number one on the Youth Genius Ranking is a real achievement for the Leng Family.

Yu Yuanheng sat in the corner, looking at Bai Yuan's profile.

Is Yue Zhengyu challenging Bai Yuan?

Ha, another one sent to their death.

He didn't want to look at that black figure anymore.

He didn't want to experience that feeling of being crushed again.

As for Yue Zhengyu...

Let him embarrass himself.

Don't let your name be mentioned every day anymore!

Mo Jue leaned back in his chair, his gaze sweeping across the classroom and landing on Bai Yuan.

That guy, Yue Zhengyu, still loves to show off.

He's ranked tenth on the Youth Genius Ranking, but he's challenging fifth.

If you win, you make a fortune; if you lose, you don't lose anything.

That's wishful thinking!

But is Bai Yuan a stepping stone he can use?