Hu Yuxiu's Pursuit
Until that night in Eastsea City.
Beside the underground boxing ring, in the main hall of the Hu Clan, the figure wearing a white tiger-shaped mask struck him like a thunderbolt, shattering all his understanding.
The man stood amidst the billowing dust, black and red lightning swirling around him. Though he was just a figure, he exuded an aura of dominance, as if he were carrying the entire sky.
Without any fancy titles or prestigious backgrounds, he dared to trample the dignity of an entire family underfoot with just his fists.
The man said, "My path is the right one."
Those words were like a brand, seared into Hu Yuxiu's heart.
Looking back now, it all seems so ridiculous.
No matter how good the academy is, it's just a platform. No matter how high the platform is, if the people standing on it are incompetent, they're still hopeless cases.
Using the academy's name to bully others, what kind of skill is that?
If you're capable, make your own way in the world.
Hu Yuxiu leaned back in his chair and closed his eyes.
That figure naturally came to mind.
A white tiger mask, black and red lightning, scarlet eyes, and a wild laugh.
Like a wildfire, it burned in his bones and blood, burning away all his previous confusion, jealousy, and anxiety, transforming him completely.
That's the kind of life he wanted to achieve.
That was the goal he would pursue his entire life.
A real man should be like Sea Tiger.
They can hit whomever they want, and they can disrupt whose territory they want.
Who cares about family power, seniority, or public order and good morals?
If your fist is strong enough, then you have the final say.
With a strong enough will, you can overcome any obstacle.
For the past month, he's been training like crazy with that kind of drive.
Pushing myself to the limit every day, my meridians are overworked, and my muscles are torn and repaired again and again.
He pushed the talents of the Gale Leopard Martial Soul to their limit. The Wind Blade became faster and faster, the Gale Step became more and more unpredictable, the trajectories of the Gale Bite became more and more varied, and even the power of the Wind Howl Critical Strike was more than twice as great as before.
Every time his Soul Power was exhausted to the extreme, every time he was covered in injuries and lying on the ground unable to get up, as long as he thought of Sea Tiger standing in the Hu Clan's main hall, he could grit his teeth and stand up by supporting himself against the wall.
Cultivation is not built up with elixirs, but with willpower.
A person's imposing presence isn't built on a reputation, but on the power of their fists.
In just one month, he not only solidified his superficial cultivation, but also took a giant leap forward.
Even his advisor was surprised, saying he seemed like a completely different person.
Only Hu Yuxiu himself knew.
He is no longer the Hu Yuxiu once was!
From the night he met Sea Tiger, the anxious and insecure Hu Yuxiu of the past died.
Those who are alive now are light chasers, rushing headlong down the path to becoming strong.
The noise in the carriage gradually subsided as the trainees, tired of their antics, closed their eyes to rest.
Sunlight streamed obliquely through the car window, falling on Hu Yuxiu's profile, creating a distinct boundary between light and shadow.
His brows relaxed, his lips pressed into a sharp line, and his aura was restrained yet sharp, like a knife sheathed.
He was a completely different person from the prickly and anxious boy he was a month ago.
Xu Lizhi, who was standing next to him, secretly glanced at him several times, then quickly looked away and quietly ate his steamed bun.
He always felt that Hu Yuxiu intimidating now, unlike before when he would easily lose his temper, yet people were still afraid to get close to him.
Like a lurking leopard, it appears calm, but no one knows if it will pounce and bite someone's throat the next second.
Ye Xinglan also turned her head, her large blue eyes sweeping over Hu Yuxiu, the starlight at her fingertips pausing slightly.
She could sense that the person's aura had changed.
It's no longer the restless, impulsive energy it once had; instead, it has calmed down, calmed down deeply, and is hiding an astonishing explosive power.
She raised an eyebrow, turned back to look at the scenery, and didn't think about it anymore.
Shen Yi sat in the front, twirling a long whip in his fingers. His gaze swept across Hu Yuxiu in the back seat through the reflection in the car window, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes.
The child's transformation was indeed far beyond expectations.
When we recruited him, we only thought he was a talented genius from a small town, but his temperament was a bit lacking and he needed to be polished.
It's only been a holiday, but it's as if he's experienced some great adventure; his entire demeanor has been completely transformed.
It seems this exhibition match might hold some surprises.
The Soul Guidance Train shuddered slightly and slowly descended.
"We've arrived at Skysea City."
Shen Yi spoke, his voice steady.
The trainees in the carriage immediately perked up, tidying up their belongings and crowding around the windows to look outside.
Outside the window, the vast Skysea City unfolded before me, with towering buildings and bustling traffic. The martial arts arena in the very center resembled a colossal beast, its arched roof gleaming metallically in the sunlight, and flags fluttering in the wind.
The main venue for this Skysea Alliance Grand Competition is right there.
The opening ceremony and exhibition matches will also be held at the main stadium.
The train came to a smooth stop on the designated platform, Shen Yi was the first to get up and walk out.
Seven students followed behind, filing off the bus one after another.
Their dark green Shrek school uniforms stood out starkly in the sunlight.
The staff on the platform were already waiting. As soon as they saw Shen Yi, they quickly came forward to greet him with the utmost respect.
"Teacher Shen! Welcome, welcome! Our city lord personally instructed that all Shrek's distinguished guests be received with the highest level of hospitality! Accommodation and the match schedule have been arranged. I'll take you there now!"
The staff members bowed and scraped, their faces plastered with ingratiating smiles.
Teams from other colleges passing by slowed down instinctively when they saw Shrek's uniforms, their eyes filled with awe and curiosity as they looked over.
The trainees stood tall and proud, their chins slightly raised, their faces filled with a sense of honor and pride.
Hu Yuxiu, who was walking at the back, didn't feel anything.
All this awe and fawning is because of Shrek's reputation.
It has little to do with them.
If he really had the ability, he would rely on his own fists to make these people remember the name Hu Yuxiu.
The group followed the staff towards the venue, attracting countless stares along the way.
After all, Shrek Academy hadn't appeared in such local competitions for a long time, so their sudden appearance in the exhibition match had already spread throughout Skysea City.
Everyone was curious about what the legendary Shrek genius looked like and just how strong he was.
The murmurs drifted on the wind, mostly filled with amazement and awe.
"Those are people from Shrek? They look so young!"
"What do you know? Geniuses mature early! I heard the youngest is only around ten years old!"
"My God, ten years old? That's incredibly gifted!"
"This exhibition match is going to be interesting! The previous champion is known for being ruthless; I wonder how long he can last against Shrek."
"How many moves can he last? I bet he can't last ten! Shrek! That's Shrek!"
Hearing these comments, several younger students in the group puffed out their chests even more, their faces full of smugness.