That's right — the fighting during this period directly pushed Flander's soul power to level 80.
Although the higher one's soul power, the harder it is to improve, he had already taken the magic herb Ma Hongjun had given him earlier and was just a single step away from this breakthrough.
After such a long stretch of fierce combat, the result was inevitable.
Flander also found that this Wind Wolf suited him perfectly, especially its extreme speed, which could further enhance his own.
Without hesitation, he walked straight to the Wind Wolf, gripped its throat, and crushed it with a single hand.
Then, sitting cross-legged, he began to absorb the power of its spirit ring.
A faint black energy slowly seeped into Flander's body.
The death of the wolf king did not scatter the pack. Instead, the wolves remained, surrounding them with hostile intent.
Ma Hongjun snorted coldly.
A bunch of ignorant beasts.
After exchanging a quick glance with Dai Mubai, the two charged forward without hesitation.
This time, Dai Mubai held nothing back, plunging straight into the Gale Wolf pack.
With a single claw strike, he slammed into a Wind Wolf, sending it flying.
"White Tiger Meteor Fist!"
The pent-up fury inside him made Dai Mubai's attacks ruthless and merciless.
Beside him, Ma Hongjun was just as unrestrained, unleashing his fourth soul skill.
"Scorching Rain of Fire!"
Countless fireballs poured down like a meteor shower. The Wind Wolves had no time to dodge — the searing heat burned them to ashes on the spot.
Some of the remaining Ten Thousand Year Wind Wolves, seeing their tribe decimated, turned to flee.
But Ma Hongjun had no intention of letting them go.
With a flash of his wings, he darted ahead, cutting off their escape.
"You think you can leave after causing trouble? Isn't that a bit too polite?"
He stomped down hard on the back of one of the Wind Wolves.
Caught off guard, the ten-thousand-year-old soul beast was slammed to the ground by the crushing force.
A pained whimper escaped its throat.
Ma Hongjun didn't hesitate — with a twist of his foot, a sharp crack sounded.
The Ten Thousand Year Wind Wolf died instantly under the impact.
While Flander absorbed the spirit ring, Ma Hongjun and Dai Mubai swept through the entire Gale Wolf Pack, ensuring none remained alive.
"Xiao Wu, are you hurt? Were you out hunting soul beasts? If so, let us come with you."
Ning Rongrong's voice was filled with worry as she looked at her close sister.
Zhu Zhuqing, standing beside her, nodded in agreement, a rare trace of reproach in her eyes.
The girl with scorpion braids clasped her hands together awkwardly.
"Rongrong, Zhuqing… this was my fault. I only ran off because I saw a soul beast that was perfect for me."
"I won't do it again. If I encounter something in the future, I'll definitely ask my sisters for help."
Xiao Wu's tone was filled with genuine remorse.
She hadn't expected that leaving the group for just a short while would put everyone in such danger.
If Teacher Erlong and the dean hadn't been strong enough, they could have died here today.
Xiao Wu turned to Liu Erlong, guilt in her eyes.
"Teacher Erlong, I'm truly sorry. If it weren't for my willfulness, none of this would have happened."
Her voice was soft, but the apology in it was clear.
Normally quick-tempered, Liu Erlong's heart softened at this moment.
She bent slightly, looking at the girl before her with a rare tenderness.
In the time they had spent together, she had come to know these young people better.
And among them, Xiao Wu was the most pitiful.
"Since you've joined the academy, we'll be your backing. You don't have to worry about anything in the future."
"No matter what you need, you can come to us. We are one family." Liu Erlong gently patted Xiao Wu's head.
The warmth in her tone made Xiao Wu's eyes redden.
It had been far too long since she had felt such affection — the warmth of a mother.
She buried her head in Liu Erlong's chest and gave a soft hum, her voice slightly nasal.
Gu Yuena stood quietly to the side, her expression calm as she watched.
After the group had rested for a while, Flander finally opened his eyes.
Exhaling slowly, he revealed an excited smile.
"I'm very satisfied with my eighth soul skill this time. Eagle Feather Divine Sky Break is a large-scale attack — it gathers energy and then detonates over a wide area."
"The longer I charge it, the greater the explosion and the wider the range."
"If I store energy long enough, even a Title Douluo would be injured."
"Not only that, my second soul skill, Wind Blade, has been enhanced thanks to the Swift Wind Wolf's ability. It's now a large-scale group attack."
Flander's grin bloomed like a chrysanthemum.
"It seems everyone's gains this time were impressive."
Ma Hongjun smiled as well.
This trip to the Star Dou Forest had been fruitful for all of them.
The only pity was that Teacher Erlong's strength hadn't advanced — otherwise, they could have chosen a suitable soul beast for her too.
But Liu Erlong wasn't worried.
After all, she had already reached the rank of Soul Douluo, and breaking through to Title Douluo was extremely difficult.
Even with the magical herbs Ma Hongjun had provided, she had only gained four levels of soul power.
Her current strength was level 87.
The higher one climbed, the steeper the path became — but Liu Erlong was in no rush.
She was confident that one day, she would become a Title Douluo.
At this point, the strength of the entire Shrek Seven Monsters had increased considerably.
Ma Hongjun, the Sky-Feathered Divine Phoenix — soul power level 44.
Evil-Eyed White Tiger Dai Mubai — soul power level 43.
Oscar, the sausage master — soul power level 40.
Xiao Wu, the Soft-Bone Charm Rabbit — soul power level 43.
Ning Rongrong of the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect — soul power level 40.
Zhu Zhuqing, the Hell Civet — soul power level 40.
Ma Hongjun's gaze settled once more on Gu Yuena.
He knew that if she wanted to join their team smoothly, she would need to conceal part of her true strength.
"Can you manifest spirit rings like a human?" Ma Hongjun asked in a low voice.
Gu Yuena arched a brow. As quick-witted as she was, she understood him immediately.
Her true strength had always been a mystery, and this distance between her and the group came from that unfamiliarity.
In the past, she hadn't cared.
But now… if she wanted to remain in the human world with Ma Hongjun, she needed to integrate into the group.
Lowering her gaze, she thought for a moment before speaking.
"Soul Beast Silver Dragon — soul power level 48."
No one had expected her to reveal her martial soul and soul power so openly.
After a brief pause, smiles spread across their faces.
"So that's why I couldn't keep up with her before — she's already over level 40."
Dai Mubai rubbed his forehead, a little regretful of his earlier arrogance.
Flander's eyes flickered, but he said nothing.