Chao Tianxiang understood and was about to continue fighting when the earth suddenly began to tremble.
The entire forest began to shake.
Something's not right about this atmosphere.
Zhao Wuji said in a deep voice.
They released their spiritual energy to survey their surroundings, when suddenly a gigantic Soul Beast pounced on them.
" Young Master Gu, what's going on with this earthquake?" Zhu Zhuqing, somewhat puzzled.
Gu Wuchen remained unmoved, seemingly protected by someone, and remained almost completely calm. "It's nothing, just Titan Giant Ape."
Upon hearing this, everyone present was shocked.
" Titan Giant Ape!"
Just as everyone was about to exclaim in surprise, Gu Wuchen, who was standing to the side, was in the woods in front of him.
A gigantic Titan Giant Ape, as large as a moving mountain, pounced out.
" Young Master Gu, quickly hide!" Zhu Zhuqing hurriedly shouted.
The Titan Giant Ape wouldn't give way, Zhu Zhuqing hurriedly grabbed Gu Wuchen's arm, but no matter how hard she tried, it was no use.
Just as the Titan Giant Ape's giant paw charged towards them with earth-shattering force, a cool and aloof figure suddenly appeared behind Gu Wuchen.
Snow Empress wore a moon-white long dress, her long white hair dancing in the wind.
With a wave of his hand, an ice wall tens of meters high instantly rose from the ground, forcefully blocking the Titan Giant Ape's charge.
A chilling aura instantly swept across the entire area, freezing the surrounding trees into ice sculptures.
The Titan Giant Ape's massive body suddenly froze in place, unable to move forward even an inch no matter how hard it tried.
" Titan Giant Ape, how dare you ram into Little Wuchen!"
Snow Empress's voice was clear and cold as ice, carrying an undeniable pressure that resounded throughout the entire forest.
The Titan Giant Ape trembled, its previously furious eyes instantly filled with terror.
It sensed the suppression emanating from the depths of its soul, an aura far surpassing that of Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Beast, the true ruler of the Far North.
It quickly withdrew its giant hand, its massive body retreated slightly, and it respectfully bowed its head to the Snow Empress.
Then it raised its large, furry paw, patted its chest, and made a low whimper, gesturing that it only wanted to take Xiao Wu away and had no malicious intent.
Everyone present was stunned.
Chao Tianxiang's cane fell to the ground with a clatter, her face filled with disbelief.
Zhao Wuji opened his mouth wide, speechless for a long time.
No one expected that the legendary, fearsome Titan Giant Ape would be so respectful to a woman.
Xiao Wu stood frozen in place, staring at the Titan Giant Ape before her, then at the aloof Snow Empress, her eyes filled with shock.
Gu Wuchen didn't speak, but glanced back at Xiao Wu in the crowd. That one glance made Xiao Wu's heart tremble.
The next moment.
Xiao Wu seemed to sense something and immediately transmitted a few words to Er Ming telepathically.
The Titan Giant Ape, which had been pounding its chest and roaring pitifully, immediately quieted down.
Seeing this, the Snow Empress withdrew her oppressive aura, and the Titan Giant Ape immediately turned around and returned to the forest.
It comes quickly and goes quickly.
Everyone breathed a sigh of relief.
The sound just now almost pierced their eardrums.
Chao Tianxiang realized what was happening and immediately bowed to Gu Wuchen, "Thank you, Young Master Gu, and this young lady for saving us."
Meng Yiran also bowed in thanks.
Although Zhao Wuji couldn't perform an elegant movement, bowing his body was a way of expressing his gratitude.
It was nothing, don't worry about it.
Gu Wuchen glanced at the Phoenix-tail Crested Serpent and said calmly, " Chao Tianxiang, come with me. I'm looking for a suitable Soul Beast for your granddaughter."
"Yes."
After what just happened, Chao Tianxiang no longer wanted to compete with the Shrek Academy for the Phoenix-tail Crested Serpent.
There are still Soul Beast. If I am unwilling now, it would be disrespectful to the Gu Clan family. Dragon Duke Meng Shu is not a major power, but he has been trading with the Gu Clan for many years.
Meng Yiran and Chao Tianxiang left with Gu Wuchen.
Zhu Zhuqing originally wanted to follow, but Gu Wuchen kept her behind and ordered her to do what she was supposed to do and not follow him around every day.
The kitten obeyed.
Zhao Wuji then had Oscar absorb the Soul Ring of the Phoenix-tail Crested Serpent.
" Zhu Zhuqing, what were you doing with Young Master Gu?"
Zhao Wuji asked curiously.
She left with Gu Wuchen early in the morning.
"Of course, it's to acquire Soul Ring."
The moment three Soul Ring, one yellow and one purple, appeared beneath Zhu Zhuqing's feet, and the Eight Spider Lances were External Soul Bone, Zhao Wuji's eyes widened.
"This is Soul Bone?" Zhao Wuji exclaimed in surprise, "And External Soul Bone at that!"
I went there once and even got Soul Bone.
The others were filled with envy.
External Soul Bone —this kind of opportunity is extremely rare and precious.
Ning Rongrong looked on with jealousy. Why did Young Master Gu like Zhu Zhuqing so much?
" Teacher Zhao, I might as well tell you now, I want to be the team leader."
Zhu Zhuqing's tone was extremely firm, carrying an air of unquestionable authority.
"Captain?" Zhao Wuji was slightly taken aback, clearly not expecting Zhu Zhuqing to have such a thought.
The position of captain has always been held by Dai Mubai, but to propose it now is undoubtedly a challenge to Dai Mubai.
Dai Mubai's face turned ashen. " Zhu Zhuqing, what did you say? This captaincy is not for you."
Zhu Zhuqing sneered, "If it's not my turn, then who is? It's always the strong who rise to the top, isn't it?"
Dai Mubai's face turned ashen, and he roared, "I refuse to accept this! If you want to be captain, beat me first!"
He couldn't swallow this insult; he, a prince of the Star Luo Empire, was being overshadowed by his fiancée.
Zhao Wuji glanced at the two and nodded helplessly. "Alright, then let's have a fair duel, stopping when we've reached a point. Whoever wins will be the captain of the Shrek Team."
Everyone immediately stepped back, clearing a space.
" Martial Soul, White Tiger!"
Dai Mubai activated his Martial Soul first, and three Soul Ring, two yellow and one purple, rose up. His muscles swelled instantly, and the White Tiger emanated from his body.
He immediately activated his Third Soul Skill, White Tiger Vajra Transformation, his power increasing threefold, and he pounced fiercely towards Zhu Zhuqing.
Zhu Zhuqing remained calm, her Nether Civet Martial Soul activated, and three of her Soul Ring lit up.
She flashed away, dodging Dai Mubai's attack like Gui Mei.
" First Soul Skill, Hell Stab!"
She moved so fast that she left afterimages; her sharp claws gleamed coldly, instantly slicing a deep, bone-revealing wound into Dai Mubai's arm.
Dai Mubai in pain and roared, activating his First Soul Skill, White Tiger Protection Barrier.
" Second Soul Skill, Netherworld Hundred Claws!"
Zhu Zhuqing lunged forward, countless claw shadows instantly landing on Dai Mubai, shattering the White Tiger Protection Barrier inch by inch.
Before Dai Mubai could react, eight Spider Spear shot out from behind him simultaneously, and the dark green toxin instantly seeped into his body.
Dai Mubai felt a tingling sensation all over his body.
Gritting his teeth, he activated his Second Soul Skill, unleashing White Tiger Fierce Light Wave towards Zhu Zhuqing.
" Third Soul Skill, Netherworld Slash!"
Zhu Zhuqing conjured black-purple light blades in her claws and slashed down fiercely, instantly shattering the White Tiger Fierce Light Wave.
The Eight Spider Lances simultaneously wrapped around Dai Mubai's limbs, violently throwing him away.
Dai Mubai crashed heavily to the ground, his Martial Soul forced to dissipate, leaving him covered in injuries and unable to move.
The toxins spread throughout his body, leaving him too weak to even lift his arm.
The entire room fell silent.
Zhu Zhuqing put away her Martial Soul and the Eight Spider Lances, coldly looking at Dai Mubai on the ground without saying a word, as if she were looking at a weakling.
Zhao Wuji took a deep breath. In just these few exchanges, Zhu Zhuqing had hardly used her full strength.
In that case, he could indeed become the team leader.
He immediately announced, "I hereby declare that, effective today, Zhu Zhuqing will serve as the captain of the Shrek Team!"
"As for Zhu Zhuqing's position as captain, the final decision rests with the dean. I, Zhao Wuji, will make the decision, but the final interpretation rests with Flender."
Zhu Zhuqing put away the Soul Ring and Soul Bone: "I understand, Teacher Zhao."