Chapter 142: Intimidation

"Do I look like a vase?" 

"Do I look like a vase?" 

"Do I look like a vase?" 

Ning Rongrong's voice echoed in everyone's ears.

Despite the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Clan possessing the continent's top auxiliary martial soul, their disciples were often seen as decorative due to their lack of combat prowess. On the battlefield, they were the first targets. For this reason, the clan's disciples had been dubbed "vases," implying they were mere ornaments.

Ning Rongrong's performance defied expectations, leaving everyone around her in shock. She had knocked out a strong offense-type soul master with a single punch, an unprecedented feat.

"Rongrong, I'm so proud of you," Ning Fengzhi said, his initial shock giving way to deep satisfaction. Ning Rongrong's display had impressed him greatly. He had a new idea: if all the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Clan disciples could master the soul technique Ning Rongrong just used, it would undoubtedly elevate the clan's status.

"Is she really a girl?"

"One punch, and she sent an offense-type soul master flying!"

"She looks so delicate, yet she's so violent!"

After the initial shock, the audience was filled with astonishment.

"Twenty-five seconds. Shrek Academy not only sent just two people but also defeated Heaven Dou Royal Academy's Second Team in only twenty-five seconds. This is nothing short of a miracle!" the host announced, his voice ringing out, "I declare the winner of the third round of preliminaries to be Shrek Academy."

Ning Rongrong and Zhu Zhuqing smiled slightly and left the stage. Little did they know that from this moment on, Zhu Zhuqing would be known in the soul master world as the "Wind Heroine," while Ning Rongrong would be dubbed the "Violent Lady—Ning Rongrong."

"Rongrong, well done," Flender grinned. "But such a great opportunity, and no advertisement? That's a bit of a shame!"

Flender glanced at Mu Chen, who remained motionless, and sighed. Now, Shrek Academy was essentially a dojo for the Tang Sect, a place to select talent for the Tang Sect. Everything concerning Shrek Academy required Mu Chen's approval.

"Boss Mu!"

"Boss Mu!"

Ning Rongrong and Zhu Zhuqing looked towards Mu Chen.

"Not bad," Mu Chen said calmly.

Not bad! 

Such a perfect record only earned a "not bad" from Mu Chen. Ning Rongrong and Zhu Zhuqing didn't take it to heart, as they knew Mu Chen wasn't an ordinary person and had high standards. To receive a "not bad" from him was already quite an achievement.

"Rongrong!"

A voice called from the side, and Mu Chen turned to see Ning Fengzhi approaching.

"Father!"

Ning Rongrong elegantly jogged over to Ning Fengzhi.

"Rongrong, what was that soul skill you used just now?" Ning Fengzhi asked.

Ning Rongrong answered truthfully, "Eight Extremes Collapse!"

"Eight Extremes Collapse?" Ning Fengzhi repeated, asking, "Did you create that soul skill yourself?"

Ning Rongrong shook her head and looked at Mu Chen, "Boss Mu taught me."

Ning Fengzhi turned to Mu Chen and, after a moment, said, "Mu Chen, I have a request."

"You want the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Clan to have the right to learn Eight Extremes Collapse, is that right?" Mu Chen asked.

"Yes. If you agree, I am willing to exchange our clan's Distraction Control technique with you," Ning Fengzhi nodded.

"Distraction Control?" Mu Chen asked.

"Our Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Clan's Distraction Control consists of five levels: Three Apertures Heart, Four Apertures Constant Heart, Five Apertures Scattered Heart, Six Apertures Wishful Heart, and Seven Apertures Exquisite Heart. Each level represents the ability to simultaneously use and release multiple soul skills," Ning Fengzhi explained sincerely.

In Ning Fengzhi's view, the offer he proposed was irresistible to any soul master.

Soul masters, with their martial souls gaining various skills through attached soul rings, would find it advantageous to use multiple soul skills simultaneously. The benefits were undeniable.

"Uncle Ning, it wouldn't be right for me to ask for something in return. Being Rongrong's father, I should offer Eight Extremes Collapse freely. However, since you suggest an exchange, I have one condition," Mu Chen stated.

"What condition?" Ning Fengzhi inquired.

"I wish to have the freedom to teach Distraction Control to anyone," Mu Chen replied.

Ning Fengzhi smiled, glancing at Mu Chen's companions.

"You wish to teach Distraction Control to them, correct?" Ning Fengzhi asked.

Mu Chen nodded.

"Someone who thinks of his companions deserves no refusal. I have no reason to deny such a request," Ning Fengzhi said, pleased that Mu Chen not only possessed remarkable skills but also cared deeply for those around him. His experience told him Mu Chen was destined for greatness.

"Rongrong, you will pass on the essentials of Eight Extremes Collapse to your clan," Mu Chen instructed.

"Thank you, Boss Mu," Ning Rongrong said gratefully.

"Rongrong, you will personally teach him Distraction Control," Ning Fengzhi instructed, a hint of emotion fleeting in his eyes. As someone who had been through this before, Ning Fengzhi could see that his daughter had feelings for Mu Chen. He hoped this opportunity would bring them closer.

"Yes, Father," Ning Rongrong nodded with a smile, happy to have a reason to spend time openly with Mu Chen.

The intermission passed quickly, and it was time for Shrek Academy to compete again. In the break room, Dai Mubai, Mu Chen, and others discussed the match.

"For the next match, I suggest you concede," Flender proposed.

"Why?" Ning Rongrong asked, puzzled.

"We've been observing the opponents these past few days. After analyzing with Erlong, conceding seems prudent. Your opponent is the Elephant Armor Clan," Flender explained.

"The clan known for having the strongest defense in the soul master world?" Ning Rongrong was taken aback. The Elephant Armor Clan ranked sixth among the seven great clans. If they had Titled Douluo, they would rank even higher.

Moreover, the clan leader, though a Soul Douluo, had defense surpassing some Titled Douluo. To win against such a defense-focused clan, Shrek Academy would have to reveal part of their strength.

"Yes. To defeat them, we would have to show our strength. For safety, I suggest we concede," Flender stated.

Everyone turned to Mu Chen. Despite his youth, Mu Chen had the final say.

"I choose to fight," Mu Chen declared.

"Mu Chen..." Liu Erlong began.

"Erlong, you don't need to say more. I understand your concerns. But do you know why I wanted Ning Rongrong and Zhu Zhuqing to finish the fight in thirty seconds?" Mu Chen asked.

"Why?" Liu Erlong asked.

"Intimidation. What I want is intimidation! Our Tang Sect is newly established, and only through intimidation can we make our name known and command respect in the soul master world," Mu Chen explained.

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