Shrek Academy Enters Blue Tyrant Academy

"No wonder he's our teacher. Such magnanimity truly puts us to shame!"

Seeing Yu Xiaogang's self-sacrificing demeanor, Tang San was deeply moved. He could sense Yu Xiaogang's hesitation about meeting Liu Erlong, yet for their sake, he still chose to meet her.

If that wasn't self-sacrifice, then what was?

But whether it was Yu Xiaogang, Liu Erlong, or even Bibi Dong far away in Spirit City, there could no longer be anything between the three of them.

It had been destined from the moment Yun Tian deleted Yu Xiaogang's [Amorous] trait.

With anticipation and mixed emotions, everyone packed their things and left the inn.

"Look at this!"

A notice posted outside the door caught Tang San's attention. He hurriedly called everyone over. It stated that they were recruiting Soul Ancestor teachers above Rank 40.

"Could this be the Blue Tyrant Academy you mentioned, Dean? It says they're recruiting teachers, and it even has the address."

"That's right, it's Blue Tyrant Academy. What a stroke of luck. I thought we'd have to find someone to guide us there."

Flender nodded with a smile. He knew Liu Erlong's personality—she had a fiery temper and was straightforward by nature. Surely she wouldn't turn away old friends like them?

After tearing down the notice, they followed the directions toward Blue Tyrant Academy.

Before long, when Blue Tyrant Academy came into view, everyone finally understood its scale.

Though it could not compare to Heaven Dou Royal Academy, its decor and architectural style were quite similar to that of Heaven Dou City.

There were no overly elaborate patterns, nor was there the extravagance of an aristocratic academy. Yet amid its simplicity, it exuded a majestic air.

A plaque hung above the main gate, the words Blue Tyrant Advanced Soul Master Academy gleaming upon it.

"We're here! Xiaogang, look—this is Erlong's Blue Tyrant Academy. It's truly impressive. Compared to this, my Shrek Academy is simply..."

Flender shook his head with a bitter smile, his tone carrying a hint of self-mockery. Looking at theirs and then at his own, the difference was obvious. Still, they were old comrades, so there was naturally no jealousy between them.

But the moment Yu Xiaogang saw the academy, he instinctively wanted to leave. All his previous bold words and convictions vanished before reality.

He admitted that there had been some empty boasting in what he said before.

"Xiaogang, what's wrong with you? Don't tell me you've suddenly changed your mind and don't want to go in?"

Seeing Yu Xiaogang's timid appearance, Flender frowned instinctively. They had agreed to join Blue Tyrant Academy together. If he could not even face an old friend because of past matters, how could that be acceptable?

"Tang San, Xiao Ao, what do you think happened between Grandmaster and Dean Liu Erlong? I feel like Grandmaster is really afraid of her."

Ma Hongjun asked quietly. Grandmaster had just been putting on an act with that confident look—why had he suddenly lost his nerve now?

"I don't know, but I'm sure Teacher has his reasons for reacting like this. Could it be that Dean Liu Erlong is actually very ugly? Or did Teacher do something to wrong her?"

"What are you people doing here?!"

At last, their commotion caught the attention of the gatekeeper nearby.

"Brother, we're here to apply as teachers. Look."

Flender took out the notice to show why they had come.

"I see. Please wait while I report to the teacher in charge of reception."

The gatekeeper immediately became less wary upon hearing that they were applicants for teaching positions. After asking them to wait, he jogged into the academy to inform the teacher overseeing the assessment.

Very soon, the gatekeeper hurried back out with a polite smile on his face.

"Please come in. The assessment teacher is waiting inside."

Following the gatekeeper along the way, they had to admit that Blue Tyrant Academy's environment was quite good. The vegetation was lush, the paths were bright, and the passing students were all simply dressed. They walked swiftly, seemingly busy with cultivation.

There was none of the idleness or arrogance displayed by some students at Heaven Dou Royal Academy.

"We're here. Please go inside."

The gatekeeper left after escorting them to a building.

"Alright, everyone, don't be nervous. Your Soul Power Levels far exceed the requirements. For all we know, they might be begging us to join!"

Flender turned and smiled at Zhao Wuji, Li Yusong, and the others. Yu Xiaogang, however, did not look nearly as pleased.

What did he mean by that?

Was breaking through to Rank 29 at the age of fifty not worthy of attention?

What Flender said was really infuriating!

They entered the building, where the assessment teacher had already been waiting.

The man was only in his fifties in rank, yet there was not the slightest hint of contempt in his words toward Flender and the others.

"You all know the rules, correct? You only need to show me your Soul Power Levels."

The assessment teacher spoke softly.

"Of course. We may be old, but our cultivation is more than sufficient!"

As surging auras swept in every direction, Flender and the others revealed their martial souls and soul rings.

Four-Eyed Owl, Vigorous Vajra Bear, Dragon-Pattern Staff, Star Luo Chess, and Sugar Bean.

Even Li Yusong, the weakest among them, was already Rank 63!

Seeing the colorful martial souls before him and the soul ring configurations beginning with six rings beneath their feet, the assessment teacher was completely dumbfounded.

"Th-this...!"

He was only in his fifties, while every one of them possessed the cultivation of a Soul Emperor or above. They far exceeded Blue Tyrant Academy's Soul Ancestor requirement. By all rights, they should have been allowed to join without even taking the assessment!

"Everyone, my rank and seniority are insufficient. I am not qualified to approve your admission on my own. Please allow me to report this to the dean!"

"No matter. We'll wait here."

Flender wore a proud expression. This was the foundation of his Shrek Academy—so many Soul Emperors, including three Soul Sages. If they dared refuse such a lineup, Erlong would probably skin the man alive.

"There's no need. I'm right here. What happened?"

Just as the teacher was about to leave, a voice came from the doorway—a voice Flender and Yu Xiaogang knew incomparably well.

They turned and saw a figure standing at the entrance.

She was a woman who appeared to be in her thirties, dressed in a simple green cloth skirt. Her long hair was tied behind her head, with several loose strands falling beside her cheeks.

Her skin was fair and her features delicate. Her beautiful eyes were lively, and her tall, voluptuous figure could not be concealed even by her plain dress. She gave off the impression of an intellectual older sister, her temperament blending gentleness and strength.

The newcomer was Blue Tyrant Academy's dean, Liu Erlong. Her martial soul was a Fire Dragon, and she was a Rank 79 assault-type battle Soul Sage!

"Are you conducting an assessment?"

"Yes, Dean. I was just about to report to you. These people's Soul Power Levels are too high—I'm not qualified to decide the outcome on my own."

The assessment teacher sounded helpless, but he remained deeply respectful toward Liu Erlong.