Shrek Academy's final exams had finally drawn to a close. The holiday atmosphere swept in like a tide, washing away the campus's usual tension.
Before leaving campus, Tang Wulin made a point of gathering Gu Yue, Xie Xie, Xu Xiaoyan, and the others. Well versed in the mysteries of the Purple Demon Eye, he patiently explained its essentials to them. "The keys to the Purple Demon Eye are concentrating the mind and insight. It isn't merely an improvement in eyesight, but a tangible manifestation of spiritual power. Look, when you gather spiritual power in your eyes, you can see the paths along which soul power flows, and even catch the signs of an opponent's next move..."
As he spoke, he demonstrated how to rein in his aura, a faint violet glow flickering in his eyes. Gu Yue listened most intently, nodding from time to time as though confirming some of her own insights into Elemental Control. Xie Xie, meanwhile, looked astonished, imagining how much faster he might become if he combined this eye technique with his Space-Time Dragon martial soul.
Not far away, Yue Zhengyu packed his luggage alone, his gaze drifting toward Tang Wulin every so often. Listening to their cheerful laughter, and especially remembering that Tang Wulin and the others had earned ten bonus points in their final assessments for their exceptional performance, he felt an indescribable surge of envy and bitterness.
"Why do they get special privileges like that..." Yue Zhengyu muttered. Remembering how he had completed his exams strictly by the rules without receiving any extra consideration, he clenched his fists.
Just then, a tall figure approached. Yuanen Yehui, who was still dressed as a man, patted Yue Zhengyu on the shoulder and said evenly, "There are plenty of things you haven't encountered yet. Keep things