Qi Ling pushed open the infirmary door and walked out.
When Tang San and the others saw Qi Ling, they immediately gathered around him and asked, "How is she, big brother? Are Zhu Zhuqing's injuries any better?"
"Hehe, with me on the job, wasn't it bound to be a cinch?" Qi Ling said with a smile. "She's almost completely recovered now. She should wake up before long."
Only after hearing that Zhu Zhuqing was out of danger did everyone relax. Oscar gave him a thumbs-up. "Boss Qi really is Boss Qi! With medical skills that miraculous, I doubt even the famous doctors in the city could compare!"
"Brother Qi, can I go in and see Zhu Zhuqing now?" Xiao Wu asked with concern.
"You can, but she should still be very weak right now. It would be best to let her rest as soon as possible," Qi Ling said. "Oscar, make a few of your sausages. Have Zhu Zhuqing eat them in a bit."
"No problem! I Have a Big Sausage!" Oscar conjured a sausage as he spoke. "I might not have anything else, but I've got all the sausages you could want!"
"What about you, Brother Qi? Aren't you going in with us?" Xiao Wu asked curiously.
"Me... I'll pass! I used up quite a bit of stamina just now, so I'll head back and rest!" With that, Qi Ling quickly left.
Looking at Qi Ling's hurried footsteps as he left, he didn't seem tired at all! But Xiao Wu was worried about Zhu Zhuqing, so she didn't dwell on it.
When Flender returned with the doctor, he found Zhu Zhuqing already healed and awake. Not only did she feel no discomfort whatsoever, she even felt better than before.
"Zhu Zhuqing? Your injuries have already healed?" Flender asked in surprise.
He clearly remembered that before he left, Zhu Zhuqing had been so badly injured that she was unconscious. How had she returned to perfect health in such a short time?
"Dean! Brother Qi healed Zhu Zhuqing's injuries!" Xiao Wu said happily. "I don't know what method Brother Qi used, but he healed Zhu Zhuqing in just two hours!"
"Two hours?!" This time, not only Flender but even the doctor who had come with him was astonished!
"According to what my old friend Flender just told me, this girl should have been struck by an extremely vicious martial art called Blood Handprint!" the doctor said, nodding slightly.
"Even I would need at least a day to heal an injury like that. Who could be so capable that they only needed two hours?"
Flender was also greatly surprised. This doctor was a renowned miracle physician, famous far and wide. Not only were his medical skills outstanding, he was also a level 69 Soul Emperor. Even he was marveling in admiration. When had Qi Ling gained such an ability?
"Xiao Wu, Tang San, are you sure it really was Qi Ling who healed Zhu Zhuqing?" Flender asked.
Xiao Wu nodded vigorously at the side, and Tang San said, "Dean Flender, it's absolutely true. Big brother really did heal Zhu Zhuqing!"
"It seems our Shrek Academy really has produced a peerless genius this time!" Flender said with feeling. "Sorry, old friend, for making you come all this way for nothing!"
"Hehehe, not at all. Since there's such a remarkable youngster here, I'll have to meet him another day. How could this have been a wasted trip?" the doctor said with a smile.
In any case, Zhu Zhuqing's recovery was a good thing, and everyone felt genuinely happy.
Only Zhu Zhuqing held a hand over her chest, always feeling an indescribable sensation there.
Qi Ling, just how did you treat my injuries?
The night passed just like that. Zhu Zhuqing's injuries had healed, and even more delightfully, her Soul Power Level had actually risen by one, reaching level 28!
"It seems the injuries awakened Zhu Zhuqing's potential, advancing her cultivation another step! That's truly cause for celebration!" Flender said with a smile.
But Zhu Zhuqing felt that wasn't what had happened. For some reason, she kept feeling that her rise in cultivation was inextricably linked to Qi Ling.
At that thought, Zhu Zhuqing instinctively looked toward Qi Ling, only to discover that he, too, was secretly looking at her!
After she caught him, he immediately averted his eyes and even began whistling as a cover. He clearly looked like a thief with a guilty conscience!
Something's fishy! Zhu Zhuqing thought.
At this point, everyone at Shrek Academy except Ning Rongrong had gathered on the main field.
As for Ning Rongrong, Qi Ling wasn't too sure how much effect his words yesterday could have had. For now, he could only wait and see.
"Today's lesson is very simple. We'll continue going to the Soto Great Soul Arena for practical combat training!" Flender said.
"Although we had an accident yesterday and Zhu Zhuqing was seriously injured, I don't regret taking you there in the slightest! Because this is the life of a Soul Master. It isn't just love and romance; there's also pain and blood!"
"If you don't dare move forward after experiencing a single defeat, you'll never surpass yourself! Zhu Zhuqing!" Flender suddenly shouted.
"Here!" Zhu Zhuqing stepped forward.
"If I send you into another match, will you be afraid?"
"No!"
"If you might die, will you be afraid?"
"No!"
"Very good!" Flender said with satisfaction. "You truly haven't disappointed me!"
"But our Shrek Academy isn't something anyone can bully as they please! Qi Ling!" Flender continued.
"Huh? What?" Qi Ling had been distracted, and when his name was suddenly called, he answered instinctively.
"I have a task for you! Can you complete it?" Flender asked with a smile.
"Uh... could you tell me what the task is first?" Qi Ling asked hesitantly. This dean was quite capable of setting people up.
"Don't worry. This task couldn't be simpler for you! And I believe you'll do a very good job!" Flender said mysteriously.
Arriving once more at the Great Soul Arena in Suotuo City, Qi Ling couldn't help feeling a surge of excitement. Yesterday, he hadn't had time to show his skills. Today, he would indulge himself properly.
The Great Soul Arena in Suotuo City stood nearly a hundred meters tall and covered an enormous area. It was one of the city's most luxurious buildings. Its massive roof looked immense against the night, giving an impression of vigorous grandeur.
This was already Tang San and the others' second visit, and they headed inside with the ease of travelers on a familiar road. Qi Ling and Zhu Zhuqing lagged slightly behind, leaving some distance between them.
"Oh! I was wondering who it was. Isn't this the loser I defeated yesterday?" Just as Zhu Zhuqing and Qi Ling were about to enter the Great Soul Arena, an extremely sinister voice suddenly came from beside them!
Then a red-haired man with an arrogant look walked over, his hands in his pockets and a thoroughly punchable expression on his face.
"What, that palm strike yesterday actually didn't kill you? Could it be that you came here today specifically to throw your life away? Hahaha!" the red-haired man said arrogantly to Zhu Zhuqing.
Zhu Zhuqing gritted her teeth and clenched her fists. She was just about to retaliate when Qi Ling suddenly pressed a hand on her shoulder.