Inexplicable hot-bloodedness

Gu Yue's combat prowess is undeniable, making him a true genius no matter where he is!

She wields all six elements with ease, possessing no weaknesses in close combat or ranged attacks. Among Soul Master of the same rank, very few can withstand more than ten rounds against her.

But in Bai Yushan's eyes, these flashy elemental moves were full of flaws.

"The purity is too low!"

Bai Yushan shouted loudly, his feet using the Wave-Skimming Mist-Treading Steps to deflect two Wind Blade, and his figure blurred as he broke through the fire curtain. His hands, like dragons emerging from their caves, precisely gripped Gu Yue's shoulders.

With a tightening of his five fingers, as powerful as an iron clamp, he directly crushed the earth element protective layer that had formed on Gu Yue's shoulder.

Gu Yue's expression changed, and she tried to use spatial elements to teleport away and create distance, but Bai Yushan didn't give her a chance at all. He suddenly lowered his head, his forehead carrying the force of a thousand pounds, and slammed it hard into Gu Yue's face.

"Bang!"

A muffled thud, solid and resounding.

Gu Yue felt a buzzing in her head, the world spinning, and her vision going black. Her vertical pupils became somewhat unfocused, and a rush of hot blood instantly welled up in her nasal cavity, dripping down her jawline.

Before she could regain her composure, the force on her wrist suddenly tightened. Bai Yushan flipped his wrist and, using the momentum of his turn, swung her sideways and slammed her hard into the ground.

"Boom!"

The alloy floor was smashed, leaving a shallow crater, and gravel flew everywhere.

"You possess the talent to become a strong person, Gu Yue."

Bai Yushan's voice came from above, tinged with coldness, "But you're wasting it!"

That morning, in Class Zero's classroom.

Wu Changkong, dressed in white, walked into the classroom expressionlessly. His cold gaze swept over the five people below the stage, finally pausing on the figure in the last row who was slumped over the desk, scribbling haphazardly on a notebook.

The classroom fell silent instantly.

Tang Wulin, Xie Xie, Gu Yue, Zhang Yangzi, and Wang Jinxi sat upright, their eyes all fixed on Wu Changkong, waiting for him to speak.

Three months into the semester, each of them had a deep understanding of the intensity of the training in Class Zero. But the gains were equally outrageous; their abilities were completely transformed compared to when they first entered the school.

"Next week, the final exams for this semester will be held."

Wu Changkong's voice was clear and cold, getting straight to the point without uttering a single unnecessary word.

"Huh? Final exams?"

Xie Xie was the first to widen his eyes in surprise, "Teacher Wu, our Class Zero also has to take the final exam?"

Not only him, but Tang Wulin and the others also showed surprised expressions.

It's not that I'm afraid of failing the exam, it's just that I feel it's unnecessary.

What level are they in Class Zero? They are the cream of the crop in the entire Eastsea Academy. After three months of grueling training, their strength has long surpassed that of their peers. The first-year final exams are a piece of cake for them, posing absolutely no challenge.

Tang Wulin blinked, a little uneasy in his heart.

His Soul Power is currently at the peak of level 15, just one step away from reaching level 16.

When he first entered Eastsea Academy, he only had level eleven Soul Power. In less than half a year, he had increased by more than four levels, something he wouldn't have dared to dream of before. Not to mention his combat ability, the fighting experience he gained in the Spirit Ascension Platform was something that ordinary students couldn't compare to.

Gu Yue, needless to say, just broke through to level 22 a few days ago, becoming the fourth Two-Ring Soul Grandmaster in Class Zero. He has mastered the use of elemental power, controlling the six elements at will, and is almost unmatched among his peers.

Zhang Yangzi and Wang Jinxi were no less impressive, both breaking through to level 23. However, for some reason, as their cultivation levels increased, the power of their Martial Soul Fusion Skill actually decreased slightly, as did its duration.

However, regardless of the circumstances, any one of the five students in Class Zero could easily outperform an entire class in the same grade. Under such circumstances, their final exams would be practically meaningless.

"It needs to be done."

Wu Changkong spoke calmly, as if discussing a trivial matter, "Your final exams consist of two subjects. The first subject is the Spirit Ascension Platform assessment."

As he spoke, his gaze shifted back to the back of the classroom, and his voice rose a few decibels. "Bai Yushan, you're participating too."

"Ah?"

Bai Yushan, who was scribbling on the table, slowly raised his head, blinked blankly, and then chuckled as if he had heard a joke, "Me? Primary Spirit Ascension Platform? Wu Changkong, are you kidding me?"

He addressed her by her first name, showing no respect whatsoever for this cold-faced teacher.

The classroom fell silent instantly.

Tang Wulin and the others twitched their lips; they were already used to it.

In the entire Class Zero, only Bai Yushan dared to speak to Teacher Wu like that. Anyone else would have been dragged out for special training until they questioned their existence. But Teacher Wu was always exceptionally tolerant of Bai Yushan. Even though he was always slacking off in class and calling her by her first name, she would at most give him a cold look and never actually punish him.

There's no way around it; their strength is undeniable.

When Bai Yushan first came to Class Zero as a sparring partner, he could hold his own against Teacher Wu. Now, three months later, no one knows just how strong this monster has become. Even if Wu Changkong doesn't fight seriously, he might not be able to beat him easily, so there's no reason for him to act like a teacher.

Wu Changkong veins throbbed, and his face visibly darkened.

He took a deep breath, suppressing the urge to punch someone. Getting angry with this lawless brat would only make him miserable.

"This was personally decided by Dean Yu Zhen," Wu Changkong said coldly. "Moreover, this is not an ordinary Primary Spirit Ascension Platform."

"You can even make the Primary Spirit Ascension Platform more interesting?"

Bai Yushan scoffed, leaning back lazily in his chair, twirling a pen between his fingers. "Aren't Soul Beast still the same old bunch, the kind that only appears once every thousand years?"

He was thinking that he would be better off spending this time playing a couple more matches with Zi JI, which would have increased his skill level much faster.

Of course, he didn't say that aloud.

He's certainly not afraid of Wu Changkong now, but that's all he's got. If Wu Changkong were to unleash his full power and don his Battle Armor, he definitely still wouldn't be able to beat him. There's no need to constantly engage in direct confrontation; just venting his frustrations is enough.

Wu Changkong was too lazy to argue with him, so he turned his gaze back to Tang Wulin and the other four, and continued his explanation:

"This time you've entered the Spirit Ascension Platform during the Riot Period."

"The Spirit Ascension Platform during the Riot Period?"

Xie Xie was stunned for a moment, then couldn't help but raise his hand to ask, "Teacher, what does this mean? The Spirit Ascension Platform can also riot?"

"The Spirit Ascension Platform experiences two Riot Period each year. Initially, these were caused by unstable energy during its construction, but they were later controlled and transformed into a special training ground."

Wu Changkong spoke slowly and explained clearly, "Riot Period, the Soul Beast in the Spirit Ascension Platform will be unusually active, their numbers will double, the probability of Hundred-Year Soul Beast appearing will increase significantly, and even Thousand-Year Soul Beast may appear. The danger will be much higher than usual."

"During each Riot Period, each of the eighteen pillars of the East Sea Spirit Pagoda only has three hundred places available. This time, the academy went to great lengths to secure six places for you. This is a rare opportunity, so cherish it."

The eyes of several people in the classroom lit up.

The numbers have doubled! And there are even Thousand-Year Soul Beast!

This means there will be even more Spirit Power within, and their Soul Power will increase even faster after being absorbed! For them, this is no ordinary exam; it's an opportunity delivered right to their doorstep!

"The support team for the Riot Period can enter, with a maximum of seven people. Your group makes a perfect team, and you'll be teleported directly to the same area," Wu Changkong continued. "The assessment requirements are simple: survive inside for a full hour to pass."

"Of course, given the vast difference in strength between Bai Yushan and you, Bai Yushan will enter the Spirit Ascension Platform alone during the Riot Period. You, on the Spirit Ascension Platform, will also need to evade Bai Yushan's pursuit."

But I need to remind you of a few things.

"First, there are not only Soul Beast inside, but also Soul Master teams from other academies and forces. They are here to compete for Spirit Power, just like you, and to you, they are just as dangerous as the Soul Beast."

"Secondly, there are special rules Riot Period: the absorption time of the Spirit Power aura generated after hunting Soul Beast is extended by one hundred times, meaning it takes a full one hundred seconds to be fully absorbed. If the absorption process is interrupted or the person is forced to leave the Spirit Ascension Platform, the remaining Spirit Power will be stolen by the nearest Soul Master."

Gu Yue gritted his teeth, pressed his palm to the ground, and ice elements surged out wildly. More than a dozen ice spikes broke through the ground at the foot of Bai Yushan, pointing straight at his calf. At the same time, he flicked his left hand, Wind Blade swept across the ground, slicing towards his ankle.

They attacked from both above and below, blocking any escape routes.

Bai Yushan chuckled and stomped his foot hard on the ground.

Bear Form - Mountain-Subduing Eight-Direction Step!

A powerful shockwave exploded, instantly shattering the ice spikes beneath his feet. The sweeping wind Wind Blade were also deflected, grazing his trouser leg and leaving a deep gash in the ground.

He took a step forward and instantly appeared in front of Gu Yue, bending down and grabbing her collar.

"In order to achieve your goals, you've ignored your own strengths!"

As soon as he finished speaking, he exerted force with his arm and pulled Gu Yue sharply into his arms. At the same time, he bent his right knee and raised it, his knee slamming into Gu Yue's lower abdomen with tremendous force.

"Bang!"

Gu Yue groaned, her body arching like a shrimp. She almost vomited up stomach acid, and her face turned deathly pale.

"You should have been stronger, Gu Yue!"

Bai Yushan released his grip, letting Gu Yue Gu Yue softly down. He then slapped her across the cheek, sending her flying and rolling seven or eight meters away.

"If you cultivate diligently, if you cultivate assiduously, if you never hide anything..."

He walked forward step by step, his voice not loud, but with a strong penetrating power, each word like a hammer striking Gu Yue's heart.

Gu Yue braced herself against the ground, trying to get up. Her elemental power was in disarray, and her bones felt like they were falling apart; every movement brought excruciating pain. But the indomitable spirit in her heart, along with the lingering pain caused by Bai Yushan's words, made her grit her teeth and forcefully prop herself up.

She raised her head, her eyes filled with anger and a hint of confusion.

Bai Yushan stopped in front of her, looking down at her with a mocking smile, "You wouldn't be like this, so weak and powerless!"

As soon as he finished speaking, he raised his foot, as if to stomp hard on Gu Yue's back.

If that kick landed squarely, even with Gu Yue's body tempered by electric current, he would still break several bones.

Just as his toes were half a foot away from Gu Yue's back, a terrifying pressure suddenly descended.

The air seemed to freeze instantly.

Bai Yushan's pupils constricted sharply, and the hairs on his body stood on end. An extreme sense of danger instantly swept over him. He wanted to dodge, but his body seemed to be nailed to the spot, unable to move even a finger.

"Bang--!"

A hand enveloped in pale golden flames gently patted Bai Yushan's chest.

There was no earth-shattering explosion, only an irresistible force surging forth. Bai Yushan was sent flying backward like a cannonball, crashing heavily into the alloy-forged wall.

"Clang!"

The hard alloy wall was dented in the shape of a human, and cracks spread outwards like a spider web, extending for more than ten meters.

Bai Yushan was embedded in the wall, his limbs outstretched, and he remained motionless for a long time.

"Hmph! I just wanted you to teach your senior sister a lesson, and you really dare to push your luck."

Leng Yaozhu's voice rang out, tinged with anger. She slowly walked to Gu Yue's side, bent down, and gently picked her up. A wisp of warm, fiery Soul Power flowed from her fingertips into Gu Yue's body, quickly healing her injuries.

As a Level 99 Limit Douluo, her senses were incredibly sharp.

She saw through Bai Yushan's little scheme at a glance. This kid was sharp-tongued, but he was very measured in his actions. Although Gu Yue was badly injured, it was all superficial wounds. Her tendons, bones, and internal organs were not damaged at all. On the contrary, through the fierce battle, he forced the blood vessels hidden in Gu Yue's body to loosen a bit.

Even Leng Yaozhu was somewhat surprised by the faint Dragon Clan aura emanating from Gu Yue. She was unaware of the Silver Dragon King's existence and only assumed that Gu Yue possessed some kind of top-tier Beast Martial Soul bloodline inheritance, which had been suppressed before but was now forcibly brought out by Bai Yushan.

It has to be said that Bai Yushan was the most talented, the most perceptive, and also the most wicked person she had ever met.

If only this kid were mute...

A few seconds later, a few soft "click" sounds came from inside the wall.

Bai Yushan moved his arm, raised his hand to brace himself against the edge of the dented wall, and forcefully "pried" himself out of the wall. He staggered when he landed, but quickly regained his balance, dusted himself off, and apart from his clothes being a little more torn and a little blood trickling from the corner of his mouth, he seemed to be mostly unharmed.

He shook his numb arm, looked up at Leng Yaozhu, and said nonchalantly, "Teacher, if the strong cannot humiliate the weak, then how can the privileges of the strong be demonstrated?"

His tone was so casual, as if he were just saying the weather was nice today.

So, you think you're right?

Several serrated lines appeared on Leng Yaozhu's forehead, and veins throbbed faintly. Holding Gu Yue, she turned to look at Bai Yushan, a forced smile on her face, and a dangerous golden flame flickered in her eyes.

The pressure from the Heavenly Phoenix Douluo slowly dissipated, and the temperature in the entire training room rose rapidly. The water stains remaining on the ground evaporated instantly, and even the alloy floor turned faintly red.

Bai Yushan, his imposing presence causing his back to stiffen slightly, showed no sign of yielding. He stiffened his neck, meeting Leng Yaozhu's gaze directly. "The winner takes all, the loser eats the dust—that's an inalienable truth. I won, and I can discipline her however I want."

As soon as she finished speaking, Leng Yaozhu's figure vanished from the spot.

Bai Yushan's eyelids twitched, and without thinking, he crossed his arms to protect his chest, tensing all his muscles to the limit, and circulating the defensive power of the Five Beast Way to its peak.