Chapter 14: The Cold and Arrogant Male God Wu Changkong
"You're welcome. We're all family from now on!"
Mu Chen smiled slightly after hearing what Zhao Tao said, and unlocked the door of the forging room, inviting Mu Xi to come in.
"Zhao Tao, this is my daughter, and also my disciple - Mu Xi."
Looking at Zhao Tao, Mu Chen smiled and introduced Mu Xi's identity to him.
"Junior brother, you are so amazing. I didn't expect that you are really a third-level blacksmith!"
After hearing what Mu Chen said, Mu Xi took the initiative to greet Zhao Tao, his eyes full of admiration.
Without the guidance of a teacher, his junior brother could easily break the record of the Blacksmith Association.
Such talent is really terrifying!
"Thank you for the compliment, Senior Sister!"
Looking at Mu Xi's admiring look, Zhao Tao returned a faint smile.
"In the future, you should help each other more!"
"Mu Xi, like you, is also studying at East Sea Academy. If anyone bullies you, you can ask her for help."
"And with forging, you can also help Mu Xi. Sometimes, the experience of someone your age can be easier to understand."
Mu Chen said with a kind smile, looking at Zhao Tao and Mu Xi.
"Yes, Teacher (Dad)!"
Zhao Tao and Mu Xi smiled and agreed.
"Junior brother, I still have to take the Level 2 Blacksmith exam. See you next time~"
After a few more words with Zhao Tao, Mu Xi turned and left, while Zhao Tao took the elevator back to the first floor lobby.
"Brother Tao, congratulations! You've successfully passed the Level 3 Blacksmith exam!"
At this moment, Tang Wulin had also completed the Level 2 Blacksmith exam and was waiting in the lobby.
Seeing Zhao Tao emerge from the elevator, with the Level 3 Blacksmith badge adorning his chest, Tang Wulin hurriedly congratulated him.
"Wulin, congratulations on successfully passing the second-level blacksmith assessment!"
"I believe that in the near future, you will also be promoted to a third-level blacksmith master!"
"Now, let's go back to the academy!"
With a slight smile, Zhao Tao patted Tang Wulin's shoulder and took him back to East Sea Academy.
...
In the blink of an eye, it was the next morning.
The opening ceremony of East Sea Academy was held in the huge playground.
All the students from the intermediate and advanced departments gathered together.
The entire intermediate department had six grades, with about one hundred students in each grade.
The total number was about six or seven hundred.
The number of students in the advanced department was much smaller, only a little over one hundred.
This was enough to show that getting into the advanced soul master academy was indeed not an easy task.
"Hello, students. I am Yu Zhen, the dean of Donghai College!"
"First of all, let us give a warm round of applause to welcome the new students joining Donghai College this year..."
Amid the applause of the students, an old man who looked to be in his sixties with slightly gray hair stepped onto the podium and began to speak.
At the end of the ceremony, the students dispersed one after another. Only Zhao Tao and other new first-year students of the intermediate department stayed behind to wait for class division.
And just as Long Hengxu had said before.
Zhao Tao, Tang Wulin, Xie Xie and the other three were also assigned to the worst class five.
After the class division results were announced, the head teachers of each class also walked towards their respective classes.
Looking at the figure walking towards them, with the exception of Zhao Tao, the eyes of the other students in class five all flashed with shock.
The reason was simple: the figure and temperament of this teacher were too eye-catching.
He stood over 1.9 meters tall, with a slender build. Dressed in a white suit, his eyes were bright, and his nose was prominent, making him strikingly handsome.
Behind him, a mop of long blue hair draped over his shoulders, emanating a chilling aura.
Zhao Tao knew this was Wu Changkong, known as the "Aloof Male God," a fallen genius from Shrek Academy!
"Follow me!"
Wu Changkong said nothing in response to the students' looks, ranging from surprise to admiration. He simply said this and led them to Class 5.
"My name is Wu Changkong, and I'll be your teacher for the next six years!"
"No matter your talent, in the next six years, I will make you the strongest among your peers. This will be your goal for the next six years!"
"Now, introduce yourselves!"
Looking at the students who had already taken their seats, Wu Changkong's calm tone, yet his inner arrogance was hidden, instantly catching the attention of all the students.
"Zhou Changxi, spirit: Hercules Ape, spirit power level 11..."
"Tang Wulin, spirit: Blue Silver Grass, spirit power level 11..."
"Zhao Tao, spirit: Spring and Autumn Cicada, spirit power level 17...
"
One by one, the students introduced themselves.
"Not bad! Your foundation is much better than I expected!"
"Starting tomorrow, we'll officially begin classes!"
"My teaching style is different from other teachers. Be prepared!"
"If you're afraid of hard work, transfer to another school or class as soon as possible. Don't hold everyone back!"
"Now, class dismissed!"
Wu Zhangkong said this without further explanation before leaving the classroom. The students still inside began to discuss the situation.
"Brother Tao, I feel like this teacher Wu is a bit unusual!"
Tang Wulin whispered, leaning over to Zhao Tao.
"Wulin, great minds think alike. I think so too!"
"Perhaps, joining Class 5 will also be an opportunity for us!"
Zhao Tao smiled faintly and patted Tang Wulin's shoulder.
...
In the blink of an eye, it was the next morning.
Wu Zhangkong led everyone to the playground.
"Today is the first class. You will form pairs and conduct practical exercises to show me your skills!"
Dividing the students into two groups, Wu Zhangkong clapped his hands and announced the course content.
The students began to discuss Wu Zhangkong's arrangements, and some students from the auxiliary department even raised doubts directly.
"Hmph, on the battlefield, the enemy won't let you off the hook just because you're a support-type spirit master instead of a combat spirit master!"
"In the upcoming battle, there will be no rules, no restrictions on tactics. Now, let's begin with your group!"
Wu Changkong pointed to Tang Wulin and Zhou Changxi, who were in the first group.
The ensuing battle was naturally a crushing defeat.
Leveraging the Golden Dragon King bloodline within him, Tang Wulin secured victory with a knockout blow.
However, his performance didn't earn Wu Changkong's praise.
Instead, Wu Changkong questioned why Tang Wulin didn't give it his all, using his spirit, and relying solely on brute force.
Hearing Wu Changkong's words, Tang Wulin nodded in understanding.
Then, one battle after another continued.
After round after round, only two students remained on the field who had yet to engage in actual combat:
Zhao Tao and Xie Xie!