Chapter 168: The Three-Court Trial of Shrek

Seven massive fireballs surged from all directions, instantly engulfing Ye Hao in flames.

Yet, he remained motionless—standing there like a statue.

Seeing this, the members of Blazing Academy couldn't help but feel a surge of excitement. They could already imagine what would happen next—Ye Hao would suffer the same agonizing fate as Tang San did that day. Burned to the point of unbearable pain, just like before, when Tang San became the laughingstock of the entire audience.

After all, how could mere Blue Silver Grass hope to resist scorching flames?

At this moment, Tang San stood hidden among the audience, his eyes fixed on Ye Hao, who was engulfed in flames.

His face was filled with excitement, and his heart surged with satisfaction.

"Justice always comes… Ye Hao, you're finally paying the price for your arrogance."

But just as Tang San was savoring the moment—

Two armored guards approached him.

Their expressions were serious as they locked eyes with him.

"You are Tang San of Shrek Academy. Come with us." One of the guards spoke flatly.

Tang San frowned slightly. "Who are you? What do you want?"

He instinctively took a few steps back, feeling uneasy about these sudden visitors.

The guard's patience wore thin. "Enough with the questions. Your teacher and academy dean are currently under investigation. You're coming with us as well."

"Move!"

Without further ado, the two guards grabbed Tang San by the arms and began leading him toward Shrek Academy's resting area.

Tang San instinctively wanted to resist, but hesitated.

There were tens of thousands of spectators watching. If he fought back, Shrek Academy would become the target of public outrage.

So, he gritted his teeth and endured it.

Meanwhile, inside the raging flames, Yu Tianheng and the others were in distress.

They had no idea what was happening outside.

Was Ye Hao in danger?

The fire wall was taller than a person, and the roaring flames blazed brighter and hotter by the second.

The air inside the fire cage was rapidly depleting. Some members of Heaven Dou Imperial Academy's Second Team were already on the verge of fainting.

"Damn it!" Yu Tianheng clenched his fists, his dragon claw martial soul glowing with electric light.

Meanwhile, Blazing Academy stood confidently, watching and waiting.

The moment Ye Hao surrendered, their victory would be sealed.

This was his punishment for mocking Blazing Academy.

After today, Blazing Academy would rise to the top.

The crowd erupted in discussion.

"Will Ye Hao's undefeated streak end today?"

On the battlefield, Huo Wu crossed her arms and frowned slightly.

"Ye Hao, just surrender already. If you really die here, Blazing Academy will be in huge trouble."

Yet, despite her repeated warnings, Ye Hao remained perfectly still, allowing the flames to rage around him.

Instead of burning out, the fire only grew stronger.

Inside the firestorm, Ye Hao felt… warm.

Not uncomfortable.

Not burned.

Just… cozy.

Not a single flame could harm him.

Time passed.

Yet Ye Hao did not scream, nor did he fall.

Seeing this, Huo Wushuang finally spoke up. "Enough. Everyone, extinguish the flames. If something happens to Ye Hao, the crowd will turn against us."

Just as Blazing Academy prepared to put out the fire—

Ye Hao suddenly opened his eyes.

The instant he moved, Huo Wu's eyes widened in shock.

"You…?" She gasped.

No one—NO ONE—had ever survived Blazing Academy's flames unscathed. Not even Tang San.

Yet Ye Hao…

Ye Hao smiled.

Then, he opened his mouth—

And swallowed the flames whole.

A loud burp followed.

Then, he smirked. "Just this?"

Ye Hao stepped forward.

"I am NOT Tang San—"

"I don't rely on Blue Silver Grass for fire immunity."

Fifth Soul Ring, activated.

His arms transformed into massive black scythes, exuding a chilling aura of death.

"Fifth Soul Skill—Death Slash Rift!"

With a single swing of his scythe, the towering fire walls shattered.

Yu Tianheng and his teammates, now free, gasped for breath—their faces flushed red from the heat.

Some had already fainted.

Ye Hao turned to his teammates.

"You all rest. Leave the rest to me."

Then, he stepped forward, facing all seven members of Blazing Academy alone.

Huo Wu was still in disbelief.

Her academy's pride—its flames—had failed against Ye Hao.

She tried to mask her fear with confidence, but her voice wavered.

"Ye Hao, don't think you've won just yet!"

"Even if our flames don't work on you, you're still alone against seven of us!"

"What can you do against our full team?"

Ye Hao raised an eyebrow.

His scythes sparked against the ground, sending shivers down the spines of his enemies.

"Seven against one?" Ye Hao laughed. "I haven't done that before."

"Fine. I'll start with Blazing Academy."

Blazing Academy's team shivered.

Huo Wushuang gulped but forced himself to stand firm.

Huo Wu, however, felt true fear as Ye Hao walked toward them.

"Don't… don't come any closer!"

Meanwhile, Elsewhere, Tang San arrived at the Shrek Academy resting area.

He immediately recognized the door—it was their lounge.

"Walk yourself in. Your dean and teacher are inside—under investigation."

The guards left him at the entrance, standing firm, their steel spears crossed.

Tang San frowned.

"Investigation?"

"On what charges?"

The guards remained silent.

Realizing he had no choice, Tang San gritted his teeth and entered.

Back in the arena, Ye Hao was unstoppable.

His scythe-arm clashed against Huo Wushuang's attack, pinning him down effortlessly.

"Brother!" Huo Wu cried out in panic.

Ye Hao spoke coldly, "Surrender."

His scythe pressed against Huo Wushuang's throat, sending chills down his spine.

Sweat dripped down his forehead.

"Let my brother go!" Huo Wu demanded. "Fight me one-on-one!"

Ye Hao raised an eyebrow. "One-on-one? You mean me against all of you?"

"Enough talk. Surrender. I don't have time to waste on you."

Ye Hao had just received a message—the investigation team had already reached Shrek Academy's resting area.

The truth was about to be exposed.

Blazing Academy was no longer his concern.

Huo Wu, her face pale, finally sighed.

"We… we surrender."

The referee immediately declared the winner.

"Victory—Heaven Dou Imperial Academy's Second Team!"

Ye Hao deactivated his martial soul and walked away.

"Huo Wu, let's fight again next time."