Master Yu Returned Again

After Zhu Zhuqing absorbed her third Soul Ring, the Soul Power that had accumulated within her completely erupted. Coupled with the impact brought by the third Soul Ring, she successfully broke through to level forty-six.

Such an astonishing rate of advancement left everyone stunned.

"Mm, not bad, not bad. Since you've reached level forty-six, absorb your Fourth Soul Ring."

Chen Ping'an nodded in satisfaction. This was exactly as he had expected. With Zhu Zhuqing's level forty-six Soul Power, absorbing a 12,000-year Soul Ring would be no problem at all.

"Yes, Teacher!"

Zhu Zhuqing was more excited than anyone else. This was an unprecedented moment.

A Fourth Soul Ring at the 10,000-year level—she had never even dared imagine it!

Looking across the entire Douluo Continent, not even Tang Hao, the youngest Title Douluo of his time, had possessed one.

Zhao Wuji's eyes gleamed as he stared fixedly at Zhu Zhuqing's Soul Ring absorption process. This was a historic moment, and he absolutely could not miss it.

The other students also surrounded Zhu Zhuqing, protecting her tightly for fear that any disturbance might interrupt her.

"I'm so jealous. Boss Dai, you're seriously blessed." Ma Hongjun nudged Dai Mubai with his elbow.

His eyes were filled with envy. He envied Dai Mubai for having such a fiancée.

Her figure and looks were already exceptional, yet her talent was just as extraordinary.

She was only twelve this year, yet she already possessed level forty-six Soul Power, and her Fourth Soul Ring was even a 10,000 Year Soul Ring.

"Ahem, keep it low-key, keep it low-key."

The corners of Dai Mubai's lips curled upward. He wanted to laugh.

But at a time like this, he had to show his steady, mature side.

He needed to leave a deep impression on Zhu Zhuqing.

"Boss Dai, why would you need to keep a low profile? You're also the strongest among us. The two of you are a perfect match, truly made for each other."

Oscar joined in the teasing from the side. The three of them whispered among themselves, enthusiastically praising Dai Mubai.

With their flattery, Dai Mubai became brimming with confidence.

He was already thinking about how he should confess to Zhu Zhuqing.

If he did not confirm their relationship soon, he feared someone else might steal his fiancée away.

After all, he knew himself well enough.

Although his talent was quite good, he was still far inferior to Zhu Zhuqing. A genius like her would be highly sought after.

No one knew how much time passed.

Zhu Zhuqing's expression gradually became solemn. She had reached the final stage of fusing with the 10,000-year Soul Ring.

Success or failure rested on this moment.

Everyone held their breath, not even daring to breathe as they watched this final critical moment.

"It's done!"

As Chen Ping'an's words fell, Zhu Zhuqing slowly opened her eyes and let out a deep breath.

The fusion had succeeded!

Zhu Zhuqing slowly rose to her feet and revealed her four Soul Rings.

Yellow, yellow, purple, black!

With such a configuration, she was already invincible among opponents of the same rank. Fighting across ranks would not be a problem either.

"Not bad, not bad. The fusion was very successful."

Chen Ping'an nodded in satisfaction.

At this rate, Zhu Zhuqing's Seventh Soul Ring could be equipped with one at the 100,000-year level.

Very good indeed.

"Truly impressive. As expected of a student taught by Teacher Chen. To have achieved so much in only a few days is genuinely admirable."

Just as everyone was cheering in excitement, the sound of applause came from behind them.

The newcomer was none other than Flender, with three people following behind him.

"Dean, you've finally arrived."

When Zhao Wuji saw Flender arrive, he laughed heartily and immediately went up to greet him.

"Teacher Zhao, you've done well too." Flender patted Zhao Wuji on the shoulder before walking toward Chen Ping'an.

"Teacher Chen, I apologize to you on Xiaogang's behalf."

Flender bowed deeply, his sincerity unmistakable.

He had encountered Yu Xiaogang and the others on his way here. After asking about what had happened, he felt utterly helpless.

No matter what, Yu Xiaogang was his close friend. He could only swallow his pride and come over to plead for him.

"Dean Flender, say no more. His theories have been wrong from beginning to end. Look at the students I taught—their third Soul Ring is 6,000 years, and their Fourth Soul Ring is 12,000 years."

"A patchwork fraud like him doesn't deserve to be called a master. If you insist on letting him enter Shrek Academy, then I'm out."

After saying that, Chen Ping'an left without looking back.

When Zhu Zhuqing saw Chen Ping'an leaving, she immediately panicked.

Without a second thought, she followed after him.

"Teacher Chen, wait for me! I'm leaving with you too."

Zhu Zhuqing's actions stunned everyone. After all, she was a student of Shrek Academy. By all rights, she should have remained at Shrek Academy until graduation.

Yet now, she was running away with Chen Ping'an.

With Zhu Zhuqing's current level, combined with the other little monsters, they would have been more than capable of leading the team to win the championship of the All-Continent Advanced Soul Master Elite Tournament.

That was the highest honor.

Now that Zhu Zhuqing had left, their overall strength would fall far behind.

"Hmph, someone so disrespectful toward her teachers is useless even if she remains at the academy."

Yu Xiaogang snorted. Though his heart was bleeding, he forced himself to endure it.

He had returned because he wanted to research more things through Zhu Zhuqing, then combine those findings with his martial soul theories to reach even greater heights.

He had not expected her to run off instead.

"Ah!"

Flender sighed and shook his head, feeling helpless about it as well. He was merely a lowly Soul Saint. He could not afford to offend either side and could only accept reality.

"Xiaogang, leave the remaining little monsters to you for training."

Although they had lost a great genius, they could not simply give up. Tang San's talent was also quite good.

With a little nurturing, he would surely be able to catch up to Zhu Zhuqing.

The one who felt the worst was Dai Mubai. That was his fiancée! How had she just run away?

Even at the very end, she had not looked at him even once as she left.

Ma Hongjun nudged Dai Mubai and quietly asked, "Boss Dai, aren't you going after her?"

Dai Mubai sighed softly and said dejectedly, "Sigh, I'm still too weak right now. I'll wait until I rise completely."

"What a pity, such a beauty, such a genius, just like that, leaving Shrek Academy."

Oscar also found it deeply regrettable.

At the same time, he felt that Chen Ping'an was right. How could someone as shameless as Yu Xiaogang dare come to their academy? It was truly disgusting.

"Let's go. We should train properly and strive to catch up to Zhu Zhuqing someday."

Dai Mubai called everyone away, while also glancing once in the direction Zhu Zhuqing had left.

Even Zhao Wuji felt regretful.

In the Star Dou Great Forest, if Chen Ping'an had not acted, all of them would have perished there.

Yet now he had been driven away by some so-called theory master. It was truly infuriating.

"Damn it. I'll find a chance to beat him up."