Chapter 125: The opponent is a Titled Douluo

"Whoosh!"

In the next moment, Xiao Tianyang's soul power erupted like a tidal wave flowing in reverse, surging outward with immense force. The sheer intensity of it made the teacups around him tremble.

"A breakthrough!" Tang San's eyes gleamed with excitement, his heart filled with joy.

He had personally benefited from Zhi Lin's pressure, so he naturally didn't want Xiao Tianyang to walk away empty-handed after enduring the same treatment.

Now, witnessing Xiao Tianyang's soul power breaking through was an unexpected but welcome surprise.

After all, strength had always been the foundation of Xiao Tianyang's dominance. Tang San firmly believed in this principle.

As the pressure lifted from his body, Xiao Tianyang quickly bowed and expressed his gratitude. "Thank you, Senior, for your guidance."

Ding! Congratulations to the host for completing the side mission: [Never Give Up]!

Reward Obtained: Instructions for the Fusion of Different Fires!

Zhi Lin sat back down, his gaze filled with appreciation. "This was your own opportunity; I merely gave you a nudge in the right direction."

A torrent of knowledge flooded Xiao Tianyang's mind, causing a momentary sense of overload. But in the next instant, he gained clarity on concepts that had once eluded him, as if a veil had been lifted from his understanding.

His heart pounded with excitement as he grasped the true essence of integrating different flames. "If I follow these methods, my fusion of martial soul flames will be at least 50% more stronger!"

The sheer usefulness of this reward left him ecstatic—it was as if it had been tailor-made for him.

'Then there were the remaining two tasks…'

Xiao Tianyang turned his focus to the other side missions displayed within his mind.

Side Mission Triggered: [Culinary Secrets]

Objective: Help the Shrek Seven Devils grow through your cooking!

 Reward: Determined by their growth rate! 

 Additional Note: This is an ongoing mission. You can claim rewards at any time!

Side Mission Triggered: [Long-Term Training]

Objective: Help the Shrek Seven Devils grow through your teachings!

Reward: Determined by their growth rate! 

Additional Note: This is an ongoing mission. You can claim rewards at any time! 

These were the very reasons Xiao Tianyang had been so committed to cooking and training the Shrek Seven Devils.

Otherwise, why else would he be putting in so much effort? Did they really think he was just a model student?

"What if I cash in these tasks now? What kind of rewards would I get?" The thought was tempting, but he quickly suppressed the impulse.

"It might be useful now, but the rewards will definitely be better if I wait." With this in mind, he calmed himself.

"Since when did he become this strong?" Ning Rongrong muttered in surprise.

"Tianyang spends two out of every seven days training in the Star Dou Forest. If he didn't get stronger, that would be the strange part," Zhu Zhuqing said quietly, lowering her eyes.

"How do you know that?" Ning Rongrong asked, puzzled. She had never noticed Xiao Tianyang disappearing.

But spending two days in the Star Dou Forest wasn't the same as living there permanently. He always returned late at night, and considering Ning Rongrong's usual sleeping habits, it wasn't surprising she hadn't noticed.

"I'm afraid you don't know much, Rongrong," Xiao Wu chuckled mischievously.

Glancing at Ning Rongrong's slightly flushed face, the others could easily guess the reason for her obliviousness.

Just as the cheerful atmosphere filled the room, a loud voice suddenly rang out from outside.

"Meng Shenji, why are you deliberately avoiding me?" An elderly man in a regal Chinese robe strode in, exuding arrogance and an aura of power that came from years of holding authority.

Behind him stood another old man and a younger one.

Xiao Tianyang immediately recognized the young man—it was the same person he had nearly crippled the day before.

As for the older man, judging by his appearance and reputation, he could only be…Dugu Bo.

Meng Shenji's expression shifted momentarily but quickly regained its calm. "Your Highness, may I ask what brings you here?"

"Hah! Do I even need to say it?" Prince Xue Xing sneered. "Last night, I told you we would discuss this matter further, yet here you are, making decisions behind my back. Are you deliberately brushing me off?"

His words were sharp and filled with hostility.

If he weren't a prince, Meng Shenji wouldn't have tolerated such disrespect. But for now, he had no choice but to swallow his anger.

"This matter concerns the future of Heaven Dou Imperial Academy. It is too important to be clouded by personal grievances."

"Personal grievances?" Prince Xue Xing glanced at Flender and the others before locking eyes with Meng Shenji. "You must understand that the evaluation process differs for teachers and students alike. Even if you three approve, the Emperor's word is final!"

Zhi Lin shot up, glaring at Prince Xue Xing. "You—"

Bai Baoshan quickly held him back, preventing the situation from escalating further.

A cold silence filled the room.

Meng Shenji's face darkened. "Then, Your Highness, what do you propose?"

Prince Xue Xing smirked. "It's quite simple. Since you claim they are geniuses, let's see their true strength. If they can last three minutes against Elder Dugu, they pass. In fact, I'll even relax the original conditions."

Meng Shenji's expression turned icy. "And if they fail?"

"They leave Tian Dou Imperial Academy and never return!" Prince Xue Xing sneered.

Flender and the others seethed with anger.

Dai Mubai and Ma Hongjun, known for their fiery tempers, were about to step forward when Xiao Tianyang stopped them.

His calm voice reached their ears. "The opponent is a Titled Douluo… Poison Douluo."

Hearing this, Dai Mubai and Ma Hongjun trembled slightly, their initial bravado dissipating.

Meng Shenji narrowed his eyes, staring coldly at Prince Xue Xing. "You speak on behalf of the royal family, invoking His Majesty's authority. But do you truly have the right to make such a unilateral decision?"

Prince Xue Xing remained unfazed. "Meng Shenji, don't forget that even without the Emperor's explicit command, I hold certain decision-making powers within this academy."

Meng Shenji clenched his fists, his lips quivering in frustration.

Before he could argue further, Prince Xue Xing cut him off. "Elder Dugu, if you please."

As soon as he spoke, Dugu Bo took a step forward, facing Flender and the others.

Nine soul rings slowly emerged from beneath his feet—Yellow, yellow, purple, purple, black, black, black, black, black.

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