Ming City, inside a certain academy, Gu Yue and the others were gathered, exchanging glances...
Xie Xie's mouth twitched a few times before he finally spoke up, "No way, are we all seriously choosing this academy?"
Gu Yue nodded and responded in frustration, "Yes, I've already checked out many academies in Ming City, but none of them have suitable opponents! This is the only one left!"
Ye Xinglan bit her thin lip, "So what you're saying is... we can't complete our final exam?"
All she wanted was to get these matters over with and focus on her cultivation!
Xu Xiaoyan looked a bit anxious and said, "Then what should we do now? Are we supposed to use each other as opponents? But that doesn't meet the academy's requirements!"
Gu Yue shook her head, "I don't know, but think about it—could this also be a test from the academy? After all, the teachers haven't come forward to explain anything."
Hearing this, everyone's eyes lit up, as if they'd just discovered a new world!
That's right! Since the academy released this final exam content, they must have investigated Ming City in advance.
Maybe this is also part of the final exam!
But clearly, this was just their speculation. Shrek Academy's focus was mainly on dealing with evil Soul Masters, so they hadn't performed a thorough investigation of Ming City, leading to the current situation…
Meanwhile, hidden in the shadows and silently observing all this, several teachers wiped their foreheads and muttered, "It seems this... really was an oversight on the academy's part. Should we..."
"Ahem, ahem, ahem, since the students think it's part of the exam, let's not spoil the fun... Besides, who knows if Academy President Cai intended it this way or not!"
"Yeah, they're all Shrek Academy students; they'll definitely be able to handle little challenges like this!"
Despite these words, the teachers' faces showed faint traces of guilt...
Especially the final approving nods, as if they were comforting their own consciences…
Just then, the teacher from this academy walked out, looking somewhat apologetic, "I'm very sorry, but all of our academy's students have already left. Those who remain don't meet your needs. I suggest you head to a different academy to try your luck!"
For Shrek Academy's final exams, most academies were well aware of the process, so typically, they wouldn't refuse outer court disciples coming to complete their tests.
But unfortunately, they had all arrived too late!
The academy at this moment was practically deserted. Those who stayed behind were few in number, and their soul power ranks were below Soul Elder!
Gu Yue smiled, "Thank you for your trouble."
She then turned to Xie Xie and the others, "Let's go. We'll figure something else out elsewhere!"
The group nodded in agreement and quickly departed…
The teacher sighed and waved, "Safe travels!"
...
Skyfixed Star Soul Master Academy!
Li Zhilong, having just left, emerged alongside several Skyfixed Star academy students...
With a warm smile, he addressed Tang Wulin's group, "These are the opponents I've selected for you. Their soul power ranks should be a bit higher than yours. Is that alright?"
The reason for selecting higher-ranked opponents was to test their strength!
After all, Shrek Academy was best known for surpassing ranks in combat!
Upon hearing this question, Tang Wulin and the others nodded, excitement flashing across their expressions...
Aside from actual combat, they also wanted to test the power of their Battle Armor. The stronger the opponents, the better!
Meanwhile, the Skyfixed Star academy students curiously glanced at Tang Wulin and his team, whispering among themselves, "So, these are Shrek Academy students? They don't look particularly special."
"Yeah, their age and soul power rank are probably lower than ours. But if they made it into Shrek Academy, their strength must not be weak!"
"I've never fought against Shrek Academy students before! I really want to see how strong they actually are!"
Getting the chance to spar against Shrek Academy students was a dream for practically every academy student!
After a brief round of greetings, Li Zhilong led both groups to a grand duel arena!
However, this duel arena was unlike the usual ones; it was more like a scenic viewing area!
Xu Xiaoyan immediately remarked, "Why does this duel arena feel so strange? It doesn't feel like a place meant for fighting at all—it's more like a perfect spot for sightseeing!"
Gu Yue nodded in agreement, "You're right! And the surroundings seem to faintly shimmer with starlight!"
As she spoke, starlight sparkled faintly in her hands...
Li Zhilong blinked, then patiently explained, "Junior students, our duel arena is indeed different from others. Its name is Starwatch Platform!"
"Once activated, you can observe the starry sea up close no matter if it's day or night. Not only that, embedded within it is a large soul magic array that channels the Star Sky Power, transforming it into the purest form of energy to aid in cultivation!"
"Of course, only the most outstanding students are qualified to cultivate here!"
After listening to this detailed explanation, Tang Wulin mused, "I see now. No wonder there are so many students lingering around here—it turns out they're waiting to cultivate!"
Ye Xinglan's beautiful eyes glimmered softly, "Starry sky, huh? If possible, I'd love to see it with my own eyes!"
After all, who could resist such a breathtaking view?
Xie Xie froze momentarily, looking toward Xu Xiaoyan, "Hold on... the starry sky? Isn't Xiao Yan's Martial Soul related to that kind of thing?"
Li Zhilong raised his brow in surprise, "Oh? A starry-sky-type Martial Soul? In that case, she might gain some insights when the Starwatch Platform is activated!"
In the history of the Skyfixed Star Soul Master Academy, there had been a student whose abilities improved dramatically after experiencing the Star Sky Power!
Tang Wulin responded earnestly, "Then we must thank you, senior. But in the meantime, let's start the battle quickly so we can take in the beauty of the Starwatch Platform afterward!"
Li Zhilong chuckled, "What an interesting kid! Alright then, let's not delay any longer. We'll start now!"
With that, he directed Tang Wulin's team and the Skyfixed Star group to retreat several dozen steps, positioning them in direct confrontation!
Suddenly, a massive Star Sky Barrier engulfed them all, shielding them from outside interference!
Only then did Li Zhilong speak, "Both sides, release your Martial Souls!"
As his words fell, each Skyfixed Star academy student unleashed their Martial Soul, with various forms materializing behind them...
At their feet, four Soul Rings rose steadily for most of them, and one of them even had five!
This clearly demonstrated their strength—an entire rank above Tang Wulin's team!