His arms alone appeared thicker than both Ning Rongrong and Xue Na's waists combined.
His exposed forearms were covered in fine scars, exuding a fierce aura.
Hearing the commotion, the man slowly raised his head, revealing a square face marked with faint scars.
When his gaze swept over the group, it carried an intimidating pressure.
"This is Teacher Zhao Wuji. He's primarily responsible for managing this year's freshman entrance examination and will also oversee the final test," Dai Mubai introduced stiffly, clearly showing some apprehension toward this teacher.
Dai Mubai jogged over to the man and spoke respectfully, "Teacher Zhao, these are the new students for Shrek Academy!"
"Mm, I see. Well done, Xiao Bai. I didn't expect six new students this year!"
Hearing this, Dai Mubai quickly lowered his voice to correct him, "Teacher Zhao, there are five new students. That one over there... is here to apply for a teaching position."
As he spoke, he gestured toward Su Yu with his chin.
"Oh?"
Zhao Wuji was momentarily taken aback. He glanced at Su Yu but didn't pay much attention to the young man.
Hiring teachers wasn't his responsibility anyway—he'd better focus on giving these youngsters a proper challenge!
"Understood."
Zhao Wuji waved his hand dismissively and stood up, his massive frame blocking their path like a small mountain.
"Since there are only five, you can come at me together! You have the time it takes for one incense stick to burn to discuss your strategy!"
"As long as you five can hold out against me until the incense burns out, you'll pass the final test."
He patted his chest as his Soul Power surged. Seven Soul Rings—yellow, yellow, purple, purple, black, black, black—suddenly rose around him.
A terrifying aura instantly enveloped the entire square—the man before them was a Soul Saint-level powerhouse!
Tang San watched the man seriously. A Soul Saint was the most powerful Soul Master he had encountered to date.
Xiao Wu looked at the seven Soul Rings and subconsciously breathed a sigh of relief, her secretly clenched fists loosening slightly.
Thank goodness he's only a Soul Saint... If this man were a Soul Douluo-level expert!!
Her Soul Beast aura would be difficult to completely conceal, and her identity might be exposed.
Ning Rongrong and Xue Na's expressions remained completely unchanged.
They had both seen plenty of Soul Saints, not to mention that Su Yu was now a Soul Saint as well.
Zhu Zhuqing showed no reaction either. As a member of the Zhu family, she had naturally encountered many Soul Saints.
After speaking, Zhao Wuji sat back down in his chair. Dai Mubai walked over to the group and sighed helplessly:
"As you can see, Teacher Zhao isn't just any Soul Saint—he's anything but ordinary."
He paused, his tone growing more solemn: "Teacher Zhao's full name is Zhao Wuji. His Martial Soul is the Vajra Gorilla Bear, and he's a level 76 Power Attack System Soul Saint."
"Zhao Wuji?"
Upon hearing the name, Ning Rongrong's eyes widened slightly as a title immediately came to mind. She blurted out:
"That 'Unmoving Bright King' Zhao Wuji?"
Dai Mubai nodded: "Yes, exactly. Teacher Zhao earned that nickname during his early travels across the continent."
"His Vajra Gorilla Bear Martial Soul isn't just overwhelmingly powerful—its defensive capabilities are astonishing, rivaling even those Martial Souls renowned for their defense."
"If there's one shortcoming Instructor Zhao has, it's probably his speed."
Dai Mubai changed the subject, his tone carrying a hint of helplessness.
"But the gap in your Soul Power is simply too vast compared to his. What we call a shortcoming can hardly be considered a weakness in the face of absolute strength."
"That's all I know. In my two years at the academy, I've never seen Instructor Zhao go all out."
Dai Mubai looked at the five before him, stepped forward, and patted Tang San's shoulder.
"You... do your best."
After speaking, Dai Mubai walked to Zhao Wuji's side.
Zhao Wuji pulled out a stick of incense from his robe and casually stuck it into the soil at his feet. The lit tip glowed with a faint spark as wispy smoke slowly rose.
Leaning back in his chair, he squinted at the five on the field, clearly giving them time to discuss tactics, though a hint of amusement lurked in his eyes.
Ning Rongrong looked at the other four and broke the brief silence first:
"Let's introduce ourselves first, so we can coordinate better."
She cleared her throat and spoke gracefully: "I'm Ning Rongrong. My Martial Soul is the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda. I'm a level 33 support-type Soul Elder."
"Currently, I can provide boosts to strength, speed, and defense. Though the enhancement is only forty percent, it should still be helpful later."
After Ning Rongrong finished, Xue Na stepped forward, her tone calm yet clear:
"My name is Xue Na. My Martial Soul is Thunderbolt. I'm a level 33 power attack-type Soul Elder. My Spirit Abilities focus on thunderbolt attacks and can inflict paralysis effects."
"My turn, my turn!"
Xiao Wu eagerly stepped forward, a smile on her face.
"I'm Xiao Wu. My Martial Soul is the Soft Bone Rabbit. I'm a level 29 power attack-type Great Soul Master! I specialize in close-quarters soft techniques!" She pointed at Tang San beside her.
"This is my brother, Tang San. His Martial Soul is Blue Silver Grass. He's a level 29 control-type Great Soul Master!"
Only Zhu Zhuqing remained. She glanced at the four, her voice cool as jade striking jade:
"Zhu Zhuqing. Martial Soul: Netherworld Cat. Level 27 agility attack-type Great Soul Master. Speed is my advantage."
After the brief introductions, the five gained a preliminary understanding of each other's abilities and identified their respective strengths and weaknesses.
After some quiet discussion, they ultimately decided that Xue Na, with her steady mind and advantage in long-range attacks, would command the overall situation.
Seeing they had finished discussing, Zhao Wuji crossed his arms and leisurely walked to the center of the plaza.
His burly figure stood like an iron tower as his gaze swept over the five, carrying a sense of pressure:
"Have you five finished your discussion?"
"Yes, we're ready!" the five replied in unison. Though their voices weren't loud, they were orderly.
Zhao Wuji grinned at their serious, battle-ready demeanor, revealing two rows of white teeth:
"Not bad, you look the part. But—"
He abruptly changed his tone, his Soul Power surging violently, "In the face of absolute strength, all your fancy preparations are useless! Come on!"
Ning Rongrong was the first to activate her Martial Soul, quickly stepping back behind Xue Na. She raised her hands, and the exquisite Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda hovered above her palms.
The pagoda shimmered with nine-colored light as yellow, yellow, and purple Soul Rings slowly pulsed.
"By the name of the Nine Treasures! First: Strength, Second: Speed, Third: Defense!"
As her clear voice rang out, streams of light in different hues flowed out like water.
The light accurately enveloped Xiao Wu, Zhu Zhuqing, Xue Na, and Tang San.
Xiao Wu's body was enveloped in red and yellow halos, instantly boosting her strength and defense;
Zhu Zhuqing became shrouded in yellow and blue light, her power and speed surging simultaneously as her movements grew even more agile;
Xue Na's form radiated three colored bands—yellow, blue, and red—granting concurrent enhancements to her strength, speed, and defense, making her aura increasingly formidable;
A flash of yellow light passed over Tang San, granting him a pure boost to his strength
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