Chapter 221. The Shrek myth was meant to be shattered.
Over the years, in the Astaka region, the Rose Academy, under the patronage of Governor Astaka, has cultivated a large number of students. Among them, the seven members of the Rose Team are the most talented.
Over these years, they have battled using the templates of successive generations of the Shrek Seven Devils. Based on what Hua Qiang knows, from the original Shrek to the Shrek team of Shrek Academy four thousand years later, they have cultivated a team dedicated to targeting the Shrek Seven Devils.
Not long ago, the Rose Team defeated the original Shrek Seven Devils. Their growth, along with Shrek's, led to their own growth. During this period, the Shrek Academy consumed immortal essences, rapidly increasing their strength and suppressing the seven members of the Rose Team.
However, as a reward for defeating the original Shrek Seven Devils, Hua Qiang gave the seven members of the Rose Team a spirit ring upgrade, bringing their spirit rings to the millennium level.
"Hualang, the Shrek Seven Devils have left Shrek Academy and are heading to Tiandou City. They will participate in the Soul Fighting Tournament while they're there. Huaualang, I want you to lead your team to the Tiandou Empire and launch a precise sniper attack on the Shrek team," Qianxunji said.
"Yes, Your Holiness," Huaualang said.
After Qianxunji deactivated his soul guide, Huaualang assembled the team and immediately led them to the Tiandou Empire.
On their journey to the Tiandou Empire, the Shrek team defeated many teams along the way, fostering their belief in invincibility.
Ning Rongrong, Xiao Wu, and others also began to feel a sense of belonging and honor within the Shrek Seven Devils. Of course, for the Shrek F4, their belief in invincibility was established in their previous life.
Although they had suffered many setbacks before, these setbacks were all caused by opponents far superior to them.
For example, Dark Gold Soul Douluo, Golden Eagle Soul Douluo, Black Turtle Soul Douluo, Bibi Dong, and Qianxunji—these people were older than him and far more powerful. They were no match for him at the moment, but their pride stemmed from the fact that no one their age could match them. They were the monsters of the younger generation. At the age of fourteen, they had already won the Soul Master Competition, a competition for those in their twenties. Their title of monster was well-deserved.
This time, Master had the Shrek Seven Devils participate in an underground Soul Fighting Arena, where they used their Soul Guidance Devices to defeat the Fierce God Squad.
Originally, Master had intended for the Shrek Seven Devils to see blood. However, to Master's surprise, only Ning Rongrong, Xiao Wu, and Ye Yang were uneasy.
Of course, Xiao Wu's discomfort was feigned, while Ye Yang and Ning Rongrong were genuinely pale.
As for the Shrek F4, they were accustomed to life and death. In their previous lives, they had killed countless people at their hands.
Oscar even ran over to comfort Ning Rongrong, saying, "Ning Rongrong, it's okay. You just get used to it."
Oscar then gave a provocative look to the pale Ye Yang standing nearby.
"That's bloody! I didn't expect you to be such a cold person. Look at Ye Yang. That's a normal person's reaction," Ning Rongrong said coldly.
Oscar was instantly petrified!
Elsewhere, after the match, Grandmaster gathered the Shrek team and said, "I'm very satisfied with your performance in this tournament, especially the four of you. Yes, every powerful spirit master has taken lives, and this is the path you should take."
"Ye Yang, you and Tang San are both my disciples. Tang San was able to remain calm in the face of murder, but you, your strength truly disappoints me," Grandmaster said disappointedly.
Ye Yang said grimly, "Teacher, I'm sorry. I won't let you down again."
Grandmaster nodded and said, "Alright, let's go."
And so, the Shrek Academy, known for their murderous deeds, journeyed to Tiandou City, challenging each city in a fighting arena and achieving a perfect record.
At the Wick City fighting arena, Grandmaster submitted the Shrek team's fighting spirit qualifications, intending to participate in that city's fighting spirit battle.
The Wick City fighting arena's director approached Hua Qiang with the Shrek Seven Devils' list and said flatteringly, "Your Majesty, the Shrek Seven Devils you've been waiting for have arrived. Would you like me to arrange their arrival?"
Hua Qiang nodded and said, "I'll do it."
"Yes, Your Majesty," the Wick City director said.
Meanwhile, the Shrek Seven Devils had no idea they had fallen into a trap. When the Wick City director presented the Shrek team's opponent's list to Grandmaster, Grandmaster, the Shrek team's director, he immediately handed the list to Tang San.
Jiaping, Spirit Flying Bear, level 40 Agility-Attack-Combat dual-type spirit master Zhang Xing; Spirit Life Willow, level 40 Support-type spirit master Yang Bailing; Spirit Ice Scale Bone Spear, level 39 Power-Attack-Control dual-type spirit master Lin Yaya; Spirit Black Flame Phoenix, level 40 Power-Attack spirit master Lan Lan; Spirit Blue Silver Grass, level 40 Control-type spirit master Shi Dazhuang; Spirit Millennium Shield, level 39 Defense-type spirit master Wang Dagang; Spirit Food God, level 38 Food-type spirit master.
These spirit masters, generally level 40, are still Soul Masters because they haven't obtained spirit rings.
Dai Mubai was amused when he looked at the list. He hissed, "Xiao San, I can't believe there's anyone else in the world who has cultivated the Blue Silver Grass spirit to the level of Soul Master, and even pursued the Control-type path."
"That's not surprising. There are always spirit masters with the Blue Silver Grass spirit who possess spirit power and cultivate it," Tang San said.
"This Control-Type Spirit Master isn't anything to be feared; he's probably an old uncle or aunt," Oscar said. "On the contrary, this Wang Dagang has a rather arrogant spirit, using the God of Food spirit."
Ma Hongjun gave Oscar a look that said, "You know what I mean." He then saw Lin Yaya and said teasingly, "I wonder which is stronger, Lin Yaya's Black Flame Phoenix or my Evil Fire Phoenix?" Dai Mubai asked doubtfully, "What kind of spirit is the Flying Bear spirit?
Is it a flying bear?" Tang San said, "I've heard of Flying Bears, but the ones I know of aren't bears at all. They're a winged white tiger."
"Winged white tiger?" Oscar and Dai Mubai were both stunned. Wasn't this their combination?
"A winged white tiger, quite interesting." Dai Mubai's eyes flashed with envy and jealousy, but he quickly relaxed.
"It's just a gimmick."
"The fact that there's a Spirit Master with a Blue Silver Grass spirit on this team speaks volumes about their caliber," Dai Mubai scoffed. "Besides our Xiao San, every other Spirit Master who's reached the Soul Master level is in their thirties or forties, or even fifties or sixties. If such a person can join this team, then this team is nothing to be feared," Dai Mubai remarked.
The Grandmaster coughed twice and said, "Alright, little monsters, the truth may be as you speculated, but strategically, we should underestimate our opponents, but tactically, we should respect them. This team may be older than you, but they have a complete lineup: control, attack, support, and even defense. They're a well-equipped team. You must approach them with caution."
"Leave the tactics to Xiao San. Ye Yang, Dai Mubai, this time you must utilize the Nether White Tiger skill," the Grandmaster said.
"Understood, Grandmaster (Teacher)" Ye Yang and Dai Mubai muttered, like wilted cucumbers. A series of knocks echoed on the door. The Master arrived and saw a woman in a rose-colored dress standing outside with seven innocent-looking children.
The Shrek Seven Devils followed their gaze. Ma Hongjun, Dai Mubai, and Oscar were all stunned. The woman's elegance was like a delicate and alluring rose, a formidable force even for Dai Mubai, a seasoned lover.
The Master asked with surprise, "Excuse me, who are you?"
"Let's get acquainted before the competition. I'm Hua Qiang, the leader of the Rose Team," Hua Qiang said.
The Master said, "I'm Yu Xiaogang, the leader of the Shrek Seven Devils."
Hua Qiang began with praise, "I've heard Shrek Academy is a team dedicated to cultivating students into monsters among their peers. Since its debut, the team has been virtually undefeated in team battles."
Upon hearing this, the Master unconsciously clasped his hands behind his back. The Shrek Seven Devils whispered among themselves, and Ma Hongjun whispered in Xiao San's ear, "San giegie, it seems our Shrek Seven Devils' fame is beginning to resonate throughout the continent."
However, Hua Qiang's next words slapped the Shrek Seven Devils in the face.
"A monster among their peers? An undefeated team? But legends are meant to end, including Shrek's, and that will end tomorrow," Hua Qiang said.
"What do you mean?" the Master's face darkened and he whispered.
"Let me introduce you. This is Team Rose. Your opponents tomorrow are the same age as you, between twelve and thirteen."
"What?" Grandmaster stared at Team Rose in shock. Their ages were all quite young, roughly on par with Shrek's. However, the highest-ranked Shrek member currently was Dai Mubai, at level 37. Dai Mubai was already fourteen. Others, like Tang San and Ma Hongjun, were around their age, but their Spirit Power levels were between 31 and 32. The disparity was palpable.
This meant this team was specifically targeting Team Shrek.
In the past, Shrek's opponents had always been both stronger and much older. Winning against these teams strengthened their resolve and their hearts, while losing was no big deal, as the opponent's age didn't significantly impact Shrek's mentality.
However, this team, all roughly the same age as Shrek, would be a significant blow to the Shrek Academy team's belief in their monsters if they defeated them in tomorrow's match.
Tang San and Shrek were even more surprised to learn that the Blue Silver Grass Spirit Master, whom they had initially assumed was an elderly uncle or aunt, was actually a twelve-year-old girl.
This was difficult for Tang San to accept. After all, the reason he had cultivated Blue Silver Grass to such a high level was because his spirit was the Blue Silver Emperor.
Besides the Shrek Seven Devils, the Rose Team was also sizing up their opponents. They looked at Shrek with the same gaze as they would at a familiar opponent: some wary, some solemn, and some puzzled.
The two sides did not communicate much except for eye contact.
After the Rose Team left, the master looked at the Shrek Seven Devils solemnly and said, "Now you all know that the other side is twelve years old, and their spirit power level is generally higher than ours. In that case, we cannot lose to this team no matter what. Losing means that the reputation of the Shrek Seven Devils will be ruined."
Tang San's eyes flashed with determination, and he said, "Teacher, don't worry, we will definitely not lose the game tomorrow."
Hearing Tang San's words, the Shrek Seven Devils also said firmly, "Master, we will defeat our opponents as we did in the past, and let them never see our backs."
The sudden appearance of the Rose Team caused a big discussion in the live broadcast room.
Blueberry in the live broadcast room said:
The Rose Team is generally between 12 and 13 years old, and their spirit power level is generally close to that of the Soul Sect. Isn't this the level of the Shrek Seven Devils after absorbing the immortal products?
Qifan: Given this team's strength, they'll definitely shine at the Soul Master Competition in two years. Since they're no older than the Shrek Seven Devils and have higher spirit power levels than them, I'm looking forward to tomorrow's match.
Tianyu: You're right. Aside from absorbing immortal items, I don't see any advantage the Shrek Seven Devils have against this team.
Daweilan: I'm looking forward to tomorrow's match. I'm tired of watching the Shrek Team defeat their opponents every day. I just want to see their confidence crumble after a loss.
Danran: Seconded.
Hongdou: Hehehe.
Tangmen Yifan: Three black guys, don't be too happy. The Rose Team doesn't exist in the original novel. They might have met with an accident during the Soul Master Competition. Tangmen Xukun: You're right. Even if they're the same age as the Shrek Seven Devils and stronger than them, so what? Have they ever seen blood? Can their combat experience compare to my three Gigis? Besides, my three giegies have hidden weapons.
Sister Rong from the Tang Clan: Even if they're about the same age, so what? Our Shrek Seven Devils team specializes in fighting teams of higher levels.
The next day, in the Fighting Spirit Arena, the host stood on the competition floor and began announcing the teams for the upcoming matches.
"Now, please welcome our first team. They've set out from Soto City and have consistently won team battles. To date, they haven't lost a single one, and they've accumulated experience in decisive battles. They call themselves monsters, not losers, and they're confident they can win any team battle of the same level . They're the Shrek Seven Devils," the host said.
"Shrek, Shrek, Shrek." Amidst the cheers of the audience, the Shrek Seven Devils slowly entered the arena.
Their undefeated streak has garnered them considerable popularity. In the past, many who bet on powerful teams have lost money due to Shrek's impressive comeback.
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