Chapter 96 Star Forest
Chapter 96: Star Dou Great Forest
The night passed without a word.
The sun rose in the east.
Oscar, who usually slept in, was still Cultivating. Seeing this, Shi Quan couldn't help but smile slightly.
It seems stable. It shouldn't be long before Oscar can Breakthrough to rank 30.
As long as Oscar can Breakthrough to rank 30 today, the Eight Spider Lances matter will be stable.
He quietly walked out of the dormitory, called Zhu Zhuqing, and the two went to the cafeteria for breakfast.
While eating, Ning Rongrong, Xiao Wu, and Tang San came to the cafeteria together. Later, Ma Hongjun also arrived, looking refreshed, as if he had properly released his evil fire last night.
After everyone finished breakfast, Oscar and Dai Mubai did not come to the cafeteria.
Not long after breakfast.
"You've reached rank 30?" Flender's eyes lit up. "Good, good, good! You are now the third person in the academy to reach rank 30! And a food system Spirit Master at rank 30!"
Oscar smiled, scratching his head, and chuckled, "It's all because you motivated me last night, otherwise I might not have Breakthrough to rank 30 so quickly."
Just with Oscar's Big Sausage, Dai Mubai couldn't have recovered that much in one night. It seemed that to treat Dai Mubai's injuries, they also found another food system Spirit Emperor in the academy, Shao Xin, to help with the treatment.
food system Spirits are indeed rare on the Douluo Continent, and those like Oscar are even rarer, as Cultivating them is extremely difficult.
"It's still due to your own ability."
The difficulty of Cultivating for a food system Spirit Master is much higher than for her, a treasure system Spirit Master. Even so, Oscar Breakthrough to rank 30 at only fourteen years old. Such Genius is unheard of even by her.
"Shi Quan, is this what you meant by 'there are always people better than you'?" Ning Rongrong looked at Oscar's figure, but her mind was on Shi Quan's figure.
Oscar quickly said, "Dean, I wasn't slacking off. I Breakthrough because I was diligently Cultivating. I'm now at rank 30 spirit power."
"Today's lesson is very simple. Oscar, you are the protagonist today. Today's lesson is that everyone, except Oscar, must eat at least one of the two types of Sausage made from Oscar's spirit power."
Just as Shi Quan finished speaking, he saw Oscar rushing from the direction of the dormitory. However, there was no panic of being late on his face; instead, it was filled with excitement.
After falling into formation, Dai Mubai directly stood at the far left of the team, furthest from Shi Quan.
"Alright. Today's lesson begins now." Flender's voice pulled everyone back from congratulating Oscar.
Shi Quan then said, "Little Ao should be in meditation, still Cultivating. It might take a while longer."
As soon as Oscar finished speaking, everyone was stunned.
"Congratulations, Little Ao." Shi Quan congratulated him with a smile.
The class bell rang, and everyone successively arrived at the main training ground.
His sharp gaze swept over everyone, and his brows furrowed slightly. "Where's Oscar? Is he sleeping in again?"
After waiting for about a quarter of an hour, Flender slowly arrived at the training ground.
Tang San, Xiao Wu, Ma Hongjun, and Dai Mubai all stepped forward to offer congratulations. Ning Rongrong also came forward last to congratulate him, and her expression towards Oscar had also changed somewhat.
With everyone assembled, Dai Mubai then arrived at the training ground. Aside from his slightly pale face, there was nothing unusual about him. However, a hint of apprehension and fear flashed in his evil eyes when he saw Shi Quan.
"Oscar, are you trying to run laps again?" Dean Flender glared at him.
"Dean, what kind of lesson is this? I don't want to eat Big Sausage Uncle's Sausages," Xiao Wu said with a mix of shock and anger.
"This is called adaptive training…" Flender then began to explain.
Listening to Flender's words, Oscar's heart was already blooming with joy. Flender's actions were not only meant to make everyone identify with him, but for Oscar himself, it was also an extreme psychological satisfaction.
This kind of recognition was what he craved most. Among his peers, he had only received it from Shi Quan, which was a major reason for his trust in Shi Quan.
"Come, Zhuang Zhou, Zhuqing, you've both had the Big Sausage, but you haven't tried the Little Sausage. How about you try the Little Sausage?"
Oscar's gaze first fell on Shi Quan and Zhu Zhuqing.
Because of Shi Quan, Zhu Zhuqing was no longer resistant to Oscar's Sausages. Neither of them was polite; they directly took the freshly made Little Sausages from Oscar's hand and tasted them carefully.
"The taste is good," Shi Quan nodded in satisfaction.
"Who wants to go first?" Oscar's gaze swept over everyone.
"I'll go first."
The third person to step out was none other than Ning Rongrong.
She stepped forward, looking at the grilled Sausage with curious eyes. She took a Big Sausage and a Little Sausage from Oscar's hand and ate them with gusto.
Feeling the warm current within her body, Ning Rongrong looked at Oscar with a hint of admiration.
She hadn't expected the quality of Oscar's Sausages to be so good. Aside from the slightly crude Spirit Incantation, Oscar was indeed a Genius.
Immediately after, Dai Mubai and Ma Hongjun also ate them, and then Tang San, pulling Xiao Wu, also ate them.
Seeing everyone eat, Flender nodded in satisfaction and said, "Alright, this concludes today's lesson. You all have one day to prepare and rest fully. Gather here early tomorrow morning, then depart. Teacher Zhao Wuji will lead you to the Star Dou Great Forest to help Oscar obtain his third spirit ring.
This is not just Oscar's matter; it's also an experience for all of you. Teacher Zhao will not easily intervene before you encounter a thousand-year Spirit Beast. Everything will depend on yourselves. Alright, dismissed now."
After announcing tomorrow's arrangements, everyone was finally dismissed.
Stimulated by Oscar, after being dismissed, everyone returned to their respective dormitories to Cultivate and rest, preparing for tomorrow's journey to the Star Dou Great Forest.
"Zhuang Zhou, what kind of spirit ring do you think I should get for my third spirit ring to suit my current Sausage Spirit?"
Because of their conversation last night, Oscar knew that Shi Quan was very knowledgeable about Spirit theory, so as soon as he returned to the dormitory, he couldn't help but excitedly ask Shi Quan.
Shi Quan smiled faintly and said, "spirit rings are more about luck. If it's according to your situation, I think this third spirit ring should ideally have an amplification support effect, like speed. This way, both you and Ning Rongrong will have speed amplification. If you can't win, with two amplifications, at least you can run, right?"
"Moreover, this type of amplification Spirit Ability, even after you gain combat power, you can use it to amplify yourself, and it can also compensate as much as possible for the gap between you and your enemies."
"Hahaha, exactly, exactly." Oscar nodded excitedly. If they couldn't win, running was the only option, and speed amplification was indeed a good choice.
The only problem was whether they could encounter a suitable Spirit Beast.
Everyone didn't have too many things to prepare in one day. Early the next morning, after breakfast, when everyone gathered on the training ground, Zhao Wuji was already waiting for them there.
Seeing Zhao Wuji, with his bruised and swollen face, they all froze, then covered their mouths and laughed.
While finding it amusing, everyone was also a little surprised as to why Zhao Wuji looked like that.
Shi Quan couldn't help but smile slightly at the sight. Having a powerful father to protect you truly made a difference.
Unlike him, who could only rely on himself.
"What are you laughing at! You little rascals!" Zhao Wuji glared at them, who were secretly snickering, and immediately became angry. "I think you're all itching for a beating."
As soon as Xiao Wu heard Zhao Wuji call them "little rascals," she immediately became displeased and muttered, "Why not 'little blind bears'?"
Zhao Wuji's eyes widened. "Xiao Wu, what are you saying?"
Tang San subconsciously stepped sideways, shielding Xiao Wu behind him.
Seeing this, Zhao Wuji could only grit his teeth and let out a snort before saying, "Alright, Zhuang Zhou, do you know about the Star Dou Great Forest?"
"I do."
"If you know, then you lead the team, and everyone else will cooperate with you."
Shi Quan was stunned. In the original story, it was Dai Mubai. It seems that because he had beaten him up twice, the team leader had become himself.
"The Star Dou Great Forest is the largest Spirit Beast forest on the continent, with numerous Spirit Beasts, all extremely aggressive. It is the most dangerous Spirit Beast forest, if not the only one. Since we haven't reached the forest yet, I won't arrange the formation for now. Oh, by the way, Teacher Zhao, how are we getting there?"
Zhao Wuji waved his hand. "You arrange the journey yourselves, but you must reach the Star Dou Great Forest by tomorrow at the latest."
"That's simple." Shi Quan nodded. "Zhuqing, Xiao Wu, you two help Rongrong on the way. Tang San and Dai Mubai, you two help Little Ao, reducing their consumption. Rongrong, you directly apply your second Spirit Ability to everyone to increase speed. The physical exertion on the way will be replenished by Little Ao's Sausages."
With the assignments completed, the group quickly set off towards the Star Dou Great Forest.
Along the way, sustained by Oscar's grilled Sausages and Ning Rongrong's speed amplification, they successfully reached the small town on the outskirts of the Star Dou Great Forest by afternoon.
At this point, they were only a little over a hundred kilometers from the Star Dou Great Forest, which was very close.
The Spirit Beast forest at night was undoubtedly the most dangerous, and Zhao Wuji's requirement was to reach the Star Dou Great Forest by tomorrow.
So, the few of them chose to rest for the night in this small town.
Arriving at a new place, everyone was naturally curious. Since there was still plenty of time, after confirming their hotel, everyone went out together to stroll around.
Although they said they were together, in reality, the two groups were distinct: Dai Mubai, Tang San, Xiao Wu, and Ma Hongjun formed one team, while Shi Quan, Oscar, and Zhu Zhuqing formed another. Ning Rongrong moved between the two teams.
As the saying goes, 'those who live by the mountains live off the mountains, and those who live by the water live off the water.' It must be said that the goods sold in this small town were indeed comprehensive. Many things that couldn't even be bought in cities could be found in these small towns. Of course, the only drawback was that the items in the town were truly expensive.
Who said the wealthiest group on the continent wasn't Spirit Masters...Chapter 97 Silverlight Academy
Looking at the dazzling array of goods, everyone was mesmerized, especially Xiao Wu who was particularly excited, as women are naturally creatures who love to shop.
While everyone was strolling, a group of people approached.
They wore uniform moon-white Spirit Master robes, embroidered with silver threads that shimmered as they moved. Each person had a cyan circular mark on their left shoulder, with two characters of the same color, Canghui, embroidered within the circle.
"People from Canghui Academy?" Shi Quan's eyes showed a hint of playfulness. "Didn't meet them at the restaurant, but still ran into them on the street?"
"That girl is pretty good-looking, Boss Dai. These guys should be from Canghui Academy, right?"
Listening to Ma Hongjun's somewhat teasing voice, Shi Quan couldn't help but raise an eyebrow. Ma Hongjun was still actively looking for trouble.
Dai Mubai pouted, "It's just a small Canghui Academy. What's there to show off?"
Indeed, things were still proceeding according to some records in the original work, even if the location was different.
Neither Ma Hongjun nor Dai Mubai deliberately lowered their voices. Although the street was noisy, a Spirit Master's hearing was naturally superior to that of a normal person. The middle-aged man leading the Canghui Academy group immediately turned his gaze.
Seeing Dai Mubai and the others clearly, his expression noticeably darkened. After whispering a few words to the young man beside him, the young man's figure moved closer to Dai Mubai.
A trace of disdain showed in Dai Mubai's evil eyes. "What's there to be afraid of?"
Oscar explained in a low voice, "This is also part of our training. Headmaster Flender said that a Spirit Master who doesn't dare to cause trouble isn't a good Spirit Master. As the saying goes, not daring to cause trouble is mediocrity. Besides, provoking people from Spirit Master academies is the safest; at most, it's just a fight."
The middle-aged man steadied the young man he had just caught and, with a grim face, shouted at Dai Mubai, "Which academy are you children from?"
"Such an arrogant brat, give him a good lesson."
Caught off guard, the young man was directly sent flying by Dai Mubai, crashing into the Canghui Academy team.
A cold sneer appeared on Dai Mubai's lips. He had been holding in his Qi for days because of Zhu Zhuqing and Shi Quan, and seeing the other side deliver themselves to him, he no longer held back. He raised his shoulder and directly shoved back.
"He's looking for trouble," Shi Quan said indifferently.
Shi Quan and Zhu Zhuqing, along with Oscar and Ning Rongrong, also moved to the side.
Impossible.
What did it have to do with him?
As soon as the middle-aged man gave the order, the surrounding people, seeing the conflict, quickly moved away, and the once bustling street soon had an empty space.
For a moment, the entire team fell into disarray. The young man who was knocked flying also knocked down two of his teammates. If the middle-aged man hadn't reacted quickly and caught the young man, it would have been even more embarrassing.
"Mubai, that person is coming over," Tang San said softly, approaching Dai Mubai.
The young man walked with his team, and as he approached, he suddenly slammed his shoulder into Dai Mubai's. A normal person would definitely stumble and fall if hit like that, but unfortunately, he hit Dai Mubai.
"Uh…" Oscar paused. What Shi Quan said was not wrong. After thinking it over, he simply decided not to say anything.
"There's a good show to watch," Oscar said to Shi Quan with a low laugh.
As their shoulders touched, the young man's expression suddenly changed dramatically. He felt as if he had crashed into a car; not only did he fail to budge the opponent in the slightest, but a powerful force came back at him.
Dai Mubai's eyes held a hint of belligerence. "A mere Canghui Academy is not worthy of knowing."
"Not daring to cause trouble is mediocrity? Hehe. I disagree." Shi Quan scoffed disdainfully. "To put it nicely, it's for training. To put it normally, it's relying on one's own abilities to provoke trouble. Provoking those weaker than oneself is bullying the weak, and provoking those stronger than oneself is courting death. There's a saying, 'no zuo no die.' Only those who don't know how to write the word 'death' would foolishly go looking for trouble."
The trouble he caused, he would solve himself.
Participate in the fight?
Dai Mubai looked at the four people beside him, the belligerence in his eyes intensifying. Looking at the seven people surrounding them, he directly charged in.
Xiao Wu was naturally someone who loved excitement. Seeing a fight to be had, she was the second to follow. Seeing this, Tang San could only stand by and watch. Ma Hongjun and Dai Mubai had always been on the same side.
Hand-to-hand combat.
Even if Canghui Academy had a numerical advantage, how could they be a match for Tang San and the three others? In no time, they were beaten to a pulp.
The rising anger also made the Canghui Academy members reveal their Spirits.
However, they were all uniformly one white and one yellow.
Seeing the opponents reveal their Spirits, Dai Mubai let out a tiger's roar, his muscles expanding, and three spirit rings—two yellow and one purple—appeared beneath him.
Tang San, Xiao Wu, and Ma Hongjun also revealed their Spirits.
There is no harm without comparison.
Not only were they all hundred-year spirit rings, but there was also a purple spirit ring!
Extremely dazzling!
It also made the faces of the Canghui Academy students turn pale.
"Enough! Which academy are you from?"
At this moment, a middle-aged man stepped out, looked at Tang San and his group, motioned for his students to stand behind him, and asked with a steady expression, "My name is Ye Zhiqiu, and I am the director of the academy's external affairs department."
Dai Mubai appraised the middle-aged man and said indifferently:
"Shrek Academy."
"Shrek Academy? Never heard of it!" Ye Zhiqiu frowned.
It felt a bit unfamiliar.
Indeed, an academy that usually only had a few people, once outside Soto City, wasn't widely known.
"Then you are ignorant."
Ye Zhiqiu shook his head, sneered, and looking at the four, said indifferently, "Such sharp tongues, and no respect for elders."
"Mystic Turtle, possess!"
Beast Spirit!
A giant turtle slowly emerged from Ye Zhiqiu's body!
At the same time, five spirit rings instantly rose from his feet!
One white, two yellow, two purple! He was clearly a Spirit King of over fifty ranks!
A powerful Aura immediately pushed back.
"Call out your teacher. I don't want to bully you," Ye Zhiqiu's cold gaze fell on the four.
Ma Hongjun, however, was not afraid in the slightest. "Just you, old bastard? And you don't want to bully us. What's a Spirit King got to be so arrogant about?"
As the saying goes, one's Aura cannot be weak; it must be strong.
"Good, good, good!" Ye Zhiqiu laughed in extreme anger. "Today, I will teach you disrespectful brats a good lesson on behalf of your teacher."
Saying that, Ye Zhiqiu took a step forward, let out a low growl, and his first and second spirit rings lit up simultaneously. His body quickly rotated half a turn, revealing the turtle shell on his back. At the same time, a black light, like flowing water and carrying a chilling cold Qi, was released.
Tang San and the three others immediately launched their offensive.
"Zhuang Zhou, aren't we going to help?" Oscar looked at Ye Zhiqiu's five flashing spirit rings, still somewhat worried.
Shi Quan said indifferently, "Help what? He caused the trouble, he solves it himself. Since he dared to cause it, then he must be prepared to pay the price. Of course, if you want to help, you can go."
Ning Rongrong looked at Tang San and Xiao Wu in the center of the fight, thought for a moment, and said, "I'll still go help Tang San."
Saying that, Ning Rongrong's amplification radiance fell on Tang San, Xiao Wu, and Ma Hongjun, but notably not on Dai Mubai.
The battle on the field continued. After receiving the amplification, Ma Hongjun's evil fire became even more powerful, but he still didn't have much of an advantage.
Just as both sides were fighting fiercely,
Just then, a lazy voice suddenly rang out, interrupting the fight, "Why are you still making a ruckus here so late at night instead of going back to sleep?"
Hearing this familiar voice, Tang San's hands, which were already on his Twenty Four Moonlit Bridges, subconsciously dropped.
The actions of the other three also paused.
While the group was out strolling, Zhao Wuji had been secretly protecting them the entire time.
Zhao Wuji's burly figure appeared. He didn't even look at the Canghui Academy side, as if nothing had happened.
"Everyone, go back to sleep!"
At this moment, Ye Zhiqiu was not having it. He said coldly, "Wait, your Shrek Academy insulted our Canghui Academy. Shouldn't you give an explanation?"
"Explanation? What's there to explain? Isn't Canghui Academy just a garbage academy? Their words don't even count as an insult."
"You…" Ye Zhiqiu was furious and strode towards Zhao Wuji.
Ye Zhiqiu wanted to reclaim his academy's reputation, but the result was that he was directly slapped away by Zhao Wuji.
Seeing that he was no match, Ye Zhiqiu could only slink away with his students.
"Zhuang Zhou, why didn't you make a move?" Zhao Wuji asked as Shi Quan and the other two approached.
Shi Quan retorted, "Why should we make a move?"
Zhao Wuji looked directly into Shi Quan's eyes and said in a deep voice, "As the leader of the team, you watched your teammates fight from the sidelines, completely indifferent. Is that what a leader should do?"
"I don't believe I did anything wrong. If he makes a mistake, he must be prepared to bear the consequences himself. As for teammates, only those I recognize will I call my teammates. If it were Zhuqing or Little Ao, I would naturally make a move. As for Dai Mubai?"
Shi Quan scoffed, "He's not worthy of being my teammate, so why should I care?"
Zhao Wuji's eyes narrowed. "Zhuang Zhou, since all eight of you have entered Shrek, you are a whole. You should help each other, not fight among yourselves!"
The smile on Shi Quan's lips grew wider. "Teacher Zhao, are you mistaken about something? Did I fight? Whether in the academy or here, the one who caused trouble from beginning to end was only Dai Mubai. What did I fight for? What did I contend with?"
Zhao Wuji's expression paused. He only knew that Dai Mubai had been severely beaten by Shi Quan last night, breaking several ribs, but he wasn't really clear on the specific reasons.
"No matter what? As members of Shrek, you should help and trust each other, be partners who can entrust their backs to one another. If you have any conflicts, you should speak them out directly, understood?"
Zhao Wuji's gaze swept from Shi Quan and landed on Dai Mubai.Chapter 98 Phoenix-tailed Cockscomb Serpent
"That you'll have to ask Dai Mubai."
Shi Quan smiled but said nothing.
Dai Mubai, however, remained silent.
Zhao Wuji looked at Dai Mubai's expression and couldn't help but shake his head slightly. In his impression, Dai Mubai wasn't like this. How did he become like this after Shi Quan arrived?
"Brother, Mubai has always targeted Zhuang Zhou, is it because of Zhuqing?" Xiao Wu whispered to Tang San.
"I'm not sure, but I always feel that the relationship between Zhuqing and Mubai is not simple."
Xiao Wu frowned and said, "Zhuqing obviously dislikes Mubai very much and prefers Zhuang Zhou. Mubai still shamelessly tries to sabotage their relationship. So, it should be Mubai's problem, right?"
Tang San shook his head, "I don't know about that. But if you think about it seriously, given Mubai's style of lingering among flowers, why would he make such a fuss with Zhuang Zhou for one Zhuqing? There must be some special relationship between Mubai and Zhuqing for it to turn out like this. These are all their private matters, so it's better if we don't interfere."
Zhao Wuji said nothing more. Back at the hotel, everyone returned to their respective rooms to rest.
After arranging their formation, the group left the town and accelerated their pace. Before long, they arrived outside the Star Dou Great Forest.
Even when they encountered a Spirit Beast, Tang San would take the initiative to signal everyone to avoid it.
Everyone nodded in agreement. After a brief rest outside the forest, they finally stepped into the forest.
However, the air inside was indeed very comfortable to breathe. Besides the fragrance of plants, the main reason was the rich Heaven and Earth energy in this place.
Looking at the jumping and joyful Xiao Wu, Shi Quan couldn't help but shake his head slightly.
Shi Quan, who had never been to the Star Dou Great Forest, was still very curious about this forest.
Wherever his Spirit Sense reached, it was a vast green ocean. From afar, it was refreshing, but upon closer inspection, layers of tree shadows intertwined with a faint mist, making it difficult to see the interior!
"Dai Mubai is at the very front. Tang San, you are behind Dai Mubai. Oscar and Ning Rongrong, you two follow Tang San. Fatty, Xiao Wu, you two are on the left and right sides. Zhu Zhuqing and I are at the tail of the team."
As the border between the two great Empires and one of the three major Spirit Beast habitats, the Star Dou Great Forest was the most desired place for countless Spirit Masters, but also the most dangerous.
People who are going home are just different.
"So many novel Spirit Beasts."
"Remember, while maintaining your formation, do not stray too far from me. Ning Rongrong, Oscar, especially you two, must stick close to me. Also, for Spirit Beasts below a thousand years, I will not intervene. For those above a thousand years, I will act depending on the situation! And, unless it's a necessary Spirit Beast, do not actively attack a Spirit Beast without my command! Understood?"
The night passed without incident. Early the next morning, just as dawn was breaking, Zhao Wuji woke everyone up with his booming voice.
As they approached the forest, the air became even more pleasant, as if the temperature had dropped a few degrees. The refreshing sensation, coupled with the moist Earth aroma, constantly stimulated everyone's sense of smell.
Even the outer forest gave people a sense of danger.
As his Spirit Sense spread out, a large amount of information appeared in Shi Quan's mind. When it came to forest combat, the Blue Silver King Spirit was naturally the most suitable. The vast amount of plants provided a much greater boost and support for him than on an arena.
It was countless times more dangerous than the Soul Hunting Forest.
The pure natural air and ancient trees reaching into the clouds made it feel like truly entering a primeval forest!
When Shi Quan stepped into the Star Dou Great Forest, he truly felt that this forest was extraordinary.
After entering the forest, Shi Quan rarely expressed his opinions, because the changes in the forest were the greatest. If he guided them even slightly, they might not take the original path, and might not encounter the Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent and the Titan Giant Ape.
Xiao Wu, as a Spirit Beast, naturally liked to hear such things.
"Alright, everyone, let's rest for a while."
Seeing that it was already noon, Zhao Wuji finally gave the order to rest. Dai Mubai quickly used his sharp claws to clear a hundred-meter-wide open space.
"In the original story, they encountered the Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent after Zhao Wuji announced a rest. The original story didn't describe the terrain, so I don't know if this is correct."
Shi Quan leaned against a large tree, thinking, while his Spirit Sense was fully active.
"What's wrong?" Zhu Zhuqing sat beside Shi Quan. Her voice, though cold, showed a rare concern.
Shi Quan was startled for a moment, then said, "Nothing, just thinking about some things."
"Mm." Zhu Zhuqing nodded lightly, not asking further, and leaned against the tree trunk to rest with her eyes closed.
Shi Quan tilted his head slightly. Although he pretended to be blind, he still maintained the habit of a normal person, subconsciously tilting his head to look at Zhu Zhuqing.
Most people would subconsciously ask, "What are you thinking about?"
But Zhu Zhuqing just gave a soft "Mm" and then sat quietly beside him.
Shi Quan's lips curved upwards. If he hadn't appeared, Shrek Academy would indeed have been her home, her reliance for survival. But because of Shi Quan's appearance, Shrek was no longer Zhu Zhuqing's home and reliance.
"It seems the plan has to change..."
Shi Quan's original plan was not to return to Shrek Academy. He intended to withdraw from Shrek Academy after leaving the Star Dou Great Forest. Now, he wanted to return to the Academy to see Grandmaster before withdrawing... because he wanted to take one more person with him, and that was Zhu Zhuqing. Although he didn't know if she would eventually be willing, if he tried, at least he wouldn't have any regrets.
Time passed by minute by minute, and soon half an hour was almost up.
In the original story, it was also around this time that the Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent appeared within their camp's range.
"Here it comes!"
After some waiting, a crested flying snake finally appeared within Shi Quan's Spirit Sense range.
"Zhuqing."
Shi Quan stood up, and Zhu Zhuqing beside him also rose, displaying a look of readiness.
Almost at the next moment, Zhao Wuji and Tang San also looked in that direction!
As the two looked, Shi Quan had already spoken, "Zhuqing, follow me up the tree."
Zhu Zhuqing also didn't say a word, quietly leaping up. Her sharp claws extended, and she quickly climbed a nearby large tree as if walking on flat ground. Shi Quan's figure became illusory and he appeared beside Zhu Zhuqing.
"Zhuang Zhou, your sensing ability is so strong?" Zhao Wuji looked at Shi Quan in surprise.
"When you can't see with your eyes, your other sensing abilities naturally become stronger," Shi Quan explained with a smile.
Zhu Zhuqing looked in the direction Shi Quan pointed. Before she could clearly see the appearance of the Spirit Beast, Shi Quan's voice rang out again.
"Little Ao, you're lucky. It's actually a Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent. Although it's a snake, this Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent is invincible and belongs to the speed-type Spirit Beasts. And from its age, it's over 1,400 years old, very suitable for you. If you absorb it, you'll likely gain a Spirit Ability that boosts speed."
"Really?" Oscar's peach blossom eyes immediately lit up. "It's that coincidental? Hahaha, Zhuang Zhou, you're really amazing to be able to determine the Spirit Beast's type and age so quickly."
Hearing Zhuang Zhou's words, everyone's gaze towards him changed slightly. No one expected Zhuang Zhou's Spirit theory to be so strong.
"However..." Shi Quan's voice paused, "This Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent is injured. From the looks of it, it should be fleeing."
"Since it's a Spirit Beast delivered to us, who cares if it's owned or not? We're on the outskirts of the forest, so what's there to be afraid of?" Zhao Wuji said very rudely.
"I'll weaken it first. Zhuqing, follow my command and attack its crest. When I make my move, Fatty, release the full aura of your Evil Fire Phoenix."
Shi Quan quickly arranged the plan.
"Here it comes."
Just then, Zhu Zhuqing's voice came through.
The figure of the Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent immediately appeared within everyone's field of vision.
Shi Quan's Third Spirit Skill lit up first, and a black moon appeared above his head, its light instantly enveloping the Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent.
No matter how fast the Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent reacted, how could it be faster than the speed of light?
Its rapid forward momentum instantly slowed.
"Fatty!"
With Shi Quan's fierce shout, Ma Hongjun's Evil Fire Phoenix aura was fully released.
The Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent felt the aura of the Evil Fire Phoenix, and its already sluggish body trembled.
At this moment, Shi Quan's first and second spirit rings lit up. A fiery red Phoenix phantom appeared in mid-air. The pressure emitted by the Gather Spirit Soul Seizing Skill, along with the impact of the Dream Ripple, struck simultaneously.
The Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent's forward momentum abruptly halted in mid-air.
"Zhuqing, now!"
Zhu Zhuqing's figure instantly transformed into an afterimage, and a Hell Rush Stab directly and fiercely pierced into the Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent's crest.
"Hiss!"
The Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent let out a mournful cry, and its huge body then crashed heavily to the ground, becoming still.
"That's it?"
Excitement filled Zhu Zhuqing's eyes. With the cooperation of the three, she had actually defeated a thousand-year Spirit Beast with a single strike.
Even Zhao Wuji was stunned for a moment. He picked up the unconscious Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent from the ground and mumbled, "Is it a thousand-year Spirit Beast? How was it instantly killed?"
"All snakes fear aggressive avian Spirit Beasts. Fatty's Phoenix Spirit is the king among avians, so his Spirit aura itself has a suppressive effect on the Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent. Zhuang Zhou's Third Soul Skill struck first, not only reducing the Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent's speed but also likely affecting its judgment."
"And at that moment, Fatty released his Spirit, and the Phoenix's aura appeared, causing it to feel fear. At the same time, Zhuang Zhou's Second Spirit Skill's illusion and First Spirit Skill's weakening further deepened the Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent's fear, causing it to instantly lose its ability to resist for a short period. That's why Zhuqing was able to succeed with one strike."
After listening to Tang San's analysis, everyone suddenly realized that what seemed like a simple arrangement actually contained so many intricacies.
Everyone's hearts were filled with shock. All of this happened in less than a minute. How much knowledge reserve must one possess to make such a perfect arrangement in such a short time?Chapter 99 Tang San Level 30
"Hahaha, Zhuang Zhou, Zhuqing, Fatty, thank you."
Compared to everyone else's shock, Oscar was more excited. He ran towards Zhao Wuji in a few steps.
"Zhuang Zhou arranged it well," Ma Hongjun rubbed his head. He hadn't expected that merely releasing his Spirit would be so helpful. It was too simple.
Shi Quan and Zhu Zhuqing landed.
"Teacher Zhao, look at the serpent's abdomen."
Zhao Wuji flipped over the serpent's body and quickly noticed the injuries beneath the Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent.
"What are you afraid of? This serpent's strength hasn't diminished much, and it was defeated by a single strike from the three of you. Even if someone really comes looking for trouble, there's no need to be scared," Zhao Wuji waved his hand and took out a short sword from his waist. "Oscar, what are you still dawdling for? Hurry up and kill it, then absorb the spirit ring."
What kind of person was Zhao Wuji?
He wasn't afraid of anything; absorbing it quickly and leaving was all that mattered.
Oscar nodded, picked up the short sword, and was about to stab it.
At this moment, a hoarse, cold voice suddenly came:
"Stop!"
Two figures quickly emerged from the direction the Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent had flown from.
These two were an old woman and a young woman, both female. The older one looked about sixty or seventy years old, with a head full of white hair. Though old, she was very energetic. Her eyes gleamed as she surveyed the Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent. In her hand was a snake-headed staff, and six spirit rings pulsated around her body.
Upon seeing the old woman's spirit rings, Zhao Wuji tightened his grip on the Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent. As he took a step forward, seven spirit rings also emerged beneath him.
"Is this Meng Yiran and Snake Woman Chao Tianxiang?"
Shi Quan observed the two, wondering how much water was in Chao Tianxiang's strength that a Spirit Emperor let a thousand-year Spirit Beast escape.
Chao Tianxiang's expression visibly changed as she looked at the spirit rings Zhao Wuji displayed.
Zhao Wuji looked at Chao Tianxiang's Spirit and couldn't help but think of something. His expression lost its previous fearlessness. "You two must be the ones who were hunting this Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent earlier, right?"
Snake Woman and Meng Yiran were stunned.
Snake Woman was the first to speak: "Indeed, it was my granddaughter and I. We had been hunting this Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent, but it escaped. Now, my granddaughter is at level thirty and needs to Breakthrough, and this Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent is very suitable for her. May I ask this Spirit Saint Senior to make an exception and yield it to my granddaughter?"
"Oh, by the way, my name is Chao Tianxiang. Thanks to the Spirit Master's world friends who value me, they bestowed upon me the title of Snake Woman. My husband, Meng Shu, is known as Dragon Duke."
Hearing this, Zhao Wuji's expression indeed turned somewhat unpleasant, but he still laughed loudly: "So it's the Snake Woman of the Peerless Dragon and Snake Douluo. I am Zhao Wuji. This serpent was defeated by the combined efforts of my three students, and my student also needs this Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent to Breakthrough as a spirit ring. I'm afraid it won't be easy to yield."
"It's the Immovable Bright King, famous in the Spirit Master's world. This serpent…"
Snake Woman was still astonished by Zhao Wuji's identity in the previous sentence, but in the next, she was directly stunned. She looked at the people behind Zhao Wuji, "…You said this serpent was defeated by the combined efforts of your three students?"
"Lies!"
Meng Yiran couldn't help but speak, "This thousand-year Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent has astonishing speed. Although it was injured, its strength was not affected much. They look younger than me. How could three people defeat this Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent so quickly?"
Snake Woman also frowned, looking at the seven people behind Zhao Wuji: "Brother Zhao, your Disciples don't look very old. Are they that formidable?"
Hearing this, Zhao Wuji smiled, "Alright then, Zhuang Zhou, Zhu Zhuqing, Ma Hongjun, the three of you step forward and show your Spirits to this Snake Woman."
The three walked out and displayed their spirit rings. Especially when they saw the dazzling purple spirit ring beneath Shi Quan, even Dragon Woman was astonished.
With such strength, the three of them indeed had the ability to defeat the Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent if they cooperated tacitly. However, it was unknown how they managed to do it so quickly, as there were no signs of a fierce battle from the environment.
"Snake Woman, do you believe it now?" Zhao Wuji pointed to the three people beside him.
Snake Woman's expression was a bit grim, understanding that the Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent would likely not be easy to reclaim.
Snake Woman composed herself and said in a deep voice: "Brother Zhao, how about this? Neither of us wants to let go of this Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent. But I don't want to make an enemy of you, Brother Zhao. How about we let the two children decide? You must know the rules of the Spirit Master's world, right?"
"Whoever wins gets this Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent."
There was indeed such a rule in the Spirit Master's world: if both parties valued a Spirit Beast and both contributed to its capture, then they would battle it out to determine the victor.
And thus obtain the spirit ring.
Zhao Wuji smiled and said: "Snake Woman, this Disciple of mine is a food system Spirit Master and cannot fight. I'm afraid I cannot fulfill your wish."
Snake Woman couldn't help but look at Oscar a few more times. She had thoughts of winning him over.
However, before Chao Tianxiang could speak words of persuasion, another voice suddenly interjected.
"Teacher Zhao, how about I step in for Little Ao? I'm level twenty-nine, so I shouldn't be taking advantage," it was Tang San speaking.
"Exactly… Say it earlier, act earlier, Breakthrough to level thirty earlier, so I can snatch your Eight Spider Lances," Shi Quan silently walked to the back.
When Zhao Wuji saw Tang San step forward, his eyes lit up. He was well aware of Tang San's strength. He looked at Snake Woman: "Senior, what do you think? This Disciple of mine is a battle Spirit Master and can meet the requirements for a fight. If he represents Oscar and loses, this thousand-year Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent will be yours, Senior. Conversely, please also understand, Senior."
Snake Woman nodded. If her granddaughter couldn't even defeat a Spirit Master one level lower than her, then she naturally had nothing to say.
"Thanks, brother." Oscar gave Tang San a thumbs up.
He had seen Tang San's strength. Let alone level thirty, even a true Spirit Elder might not be his opponent. His spirit ring was definitely secure.
"Tang San, Spirit Blue Silver Grass, twenty-ninth level, two-ring Battle Spirit Grandmaster."
"Meng Yiran, Spirit Snake Staff, thirtieth level, two-ring Battle Spirit Grandmaster."
After mutual introductions, the battle began.
The battle unfolded almost identically to the original story, from the initial clash to Tang San's final confrontation with Meng Yiran, which evolved into a spirit power contest.
Under the pressure of Meng Yiran's higher-level spirit power, Tang San, relying on the characteristics of Mysterious Heaven Skill—its suppleness, tenacity, and endless flow—ultimately triumphed over the stronger opponent.
"Let's just say we lost. How about you and I both make a move?"
Amidst Snake Woman Chao Tianxiang's sigh of defeat, both of them simultaneously made a move, separating the two who were competing in spirit power.
Oscar quickly approached Tang San, handing him a recovery Sausage he had already prepared. "You really are a good brother. Come on, eat it quickly and recover."
Tang San smiled: "It's nothing."
He took the Sausage and ate it, then sat cross-legged to Cultivate and recover.
"Little Ao, give Meng Yiran a Sausage," Shi Quan's voice sounded.
"Why give it to her?" Oscar paused, then asked.
Shi Quan whispered: "After all, you essentially snatched their Spirit Beast. Giving her a Sausage to recover will make them feel a bit better."
Hearing this, Oscar then took the Sausage and came before Snake Woman. He glanced at Meng Yiran and said: "This Senior Snake Woman, my Sausage has a healing effect. After eating it, your granddaughter's minor injuries and consumed spirit power can quickly recover."
Tang San had already eaten one nearby, and Snake Woman was confident Oscar wouldn't try any tricks on them. She took the Sausage from Oscar and immediately handed it to Meng Yiran. As the Sausage went into her mouth, Meng Yiran's originally somewhat pale complexion quickly recovered its rosiness.
"Brother Zhao, you have a good student! And thank you to your student for the Sausage as well."
Snake Woman glanced at Zhao Wuji, then slightly nodded towards Oscar and Zhuang Zhou, saying indifferently, "Green mountains remain, green waters flow on. We'll meet again!"
With that, Snake Woman left with Meng Yiran.
Oscar looked at Meng Yiran, who was a few years older than him and certainly a beauty. Thinking of the beauty eating his Sausage, he couldn't help but feel a little stirred.
"Stinky brat, what are you spacing out for? Hurry up and come here to absorb the spirit ring for me," Zhao Wuji's angry roar jolted Oscar.
He immediately rushed to Zhao Wuji's side with joy, raised the short sword in his hand, and unceremoniously plunged it into the Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent's vital spot.
With Zhao Wuji's spirit power locking it down, although the Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent struggled violently after being stabbed in its vital spot, how could it possibly break free? Its Life force rapidly drained away, and it became motionless after a short while.
Oscar then sat down, raised his hand to summon his Big Sausage, and under the pale pink light, guided the Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent's spirit ring into his body. He began to absorb his Third spirit ring in his Life.
Not long after, about half an hour later, under the Protector of everyone, Oscar finished absorbing the Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent. Three spirit rings slowly rose from beneath his feet, and his entire being also subtly changed.
He looked more energetic, and a faint seven-colored light shimmered in his eyes, somewhat resembling the seven-colored mist emitted by the Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent.
After some inquiry, Oscar still released his Third Soul Skill:
"I have a Mushroom Sausage!"
Although everyone laughed, when they heard the specific effects of the Mushroom Sausage, they all stood stunned. Even Ning Rongrong's eyes widened.
There was no denying it; the effect of the Mushroom Sausage was genuinely powerful, allowing a person to fly in mid-air for one minute.
Even if it was only for one minute, it was an exceptionally powerful effect.
And it was at the speed of the Phoenix-Tailed Crested Serpent!
It was precisely because of Oscar's Third Soul Skill that Ning Rongrong's opinion of Oscar changed once again.
After understanding Oscar's Third Soul Skill, Tang San, on the other side, also woke up from his Cultivation and excitedly said: "Teacher Zhao, I've Breakthrough to level thirty! I also need a spirit ring now."
"What, you're level thirty?" Zhao Wuji looked at Tang San in astonishment.
Everyone else also looked at Tang San in shock. Due to Shi Quan's presence, Tang San's Breakthrough didn't overly surprise them…
"What, you're level thirty?" Zhao Wuji looked at Tang San in astonishment.
Everyone else also looked at Tang San in shock. Due to Shi Quan's presence, Tang San's Breakthrough didn't overly surprise them…Chapter 100 Titan Ape
"Yes." Tang San nodded seriously.
"Good, good, good." Zhao Wuji burst out laughing, "Since that's the case, we'll have to extend our time in the Star Dou Great Forest."
"It's done." Shi Quan's lips curved into a smile.
For the remaining time, all they had to do was peacefully stay in the forest for two more days under Teacher Zhao's lead, waiting for the Titan Giant Ape to abduct Xiao Wu.
Because Zhao Wuji was worried that after Dragon Duke appeared, he would come back with Snake Woman, that night, he led the seven Shrek students about ten li in another direction. After covering all their tracks, they set up camp.
The next day, everyone began searching for Tang San's Third spirit ring.
They continued searching for two more days like this.
Just as in the original novel, Tang San hadn't found a suitable Spirit Beast, and at the same time, Shi Quan had learned about Tang San's choice for his Third spirit ring. It was clear that because of him, Tang San did not plan to continue hunting a poison-attributed Spirit Beast, but instead intended to choose a Spirit Beast with a devouring and absorbing attribute.
He justified it by saying that the poison's paralyzing effect was sufficient. By hunting a Spirit Beast with devouring and absorbing abilities, Blue Silver Grass could gain the ability to devour and absorb. When an enemy was trapped, he could first paralyze them with poison, then absorb and drain their spirit power, leaving them even more powerless to resist.
Hearing Tang San say this, Shi Quan couldn't help but feel speechless. It was clear that Grandmaster also knew that continuously adding poison attributes was problematic, and he had started to change direction. He had been so clearly tricked, yet Tang San was still utterly devoted to Grandmaster.
He didn't know if Tang San was foolish or blindly loyal.
Their bond was stronger than gold; even this didn't cause a rift.
"If only Tang San would kill Grandmaster, then I could send the news to Bibi Dong, and then…" Shi Quan thought to himself.
Night had fallen once again, and it was time to rest.
Counting the time, the Titan Giant Ape would arrive tonight.
"A Quan, quickly retract your Spirit Sense." Xiao Meng's urgent voice rang out.
Shi Quan jolted, quickly gathering his Spirit Sense, and asked, "What's wrong?"
Xiao Meng explained, "The Titan Giant Ape is here. Its strength is immense. If you continue with such a wide-range Spirit Sense scan, the Titan Giant Ape will attack you."
"So that's how it is."
"Everyone out of the tents, quickly!"
At that moment, Zhao Wuji's deep voice also entered the tents.
Everyone quickly scrambled out of their tents.
"If anything happens later, Zhuang Zhou, you assist everyone in safely leaving the Star Dou Great Forest."
Just as everyone was puzzled, they suddenly witnessed a bizarre scene.
Two tall trees slowly parted to either side, and a massive figure silently emerged from between them.
Instantly, almost everyone's breathing seemed to stop.
"A Quan, this Titan Giant Ape is here for Xiao Wu. If you probe now, there shouldn't be any danger."
After seeing the true appearance of the Titan Giant Ape through his Spirit Sense, even though he was mentally prepared, he still couldn't help but gasp.
The Titan Giant Ape stood in the distance like a towering mountain, its dark fur emitting a faint glow under the clear moonlight.
Its shoulder height alone exceeded seven meters, and its entire body height was at least fifteen meters or more!
Its eyes, as large as lanterns, gleamed with a yellow crystal-like light, shining like two laser beams in the darkness, emitting a terrifying radiance.
As Shi Quan probed the Titan Giant Ape with his Spirit Sense, its gaze also fell upon Shi Quan.
"This is even more King Kong than King Kong."
Shi Quan's mind trembled, and he took a deep breath, but he wasn't afraid, because he knew that the Titan Giant Ape wouldn't harm them for now, as Xiao Wu was present.
He was merely shocked by this unprecedented giant beast.
This was true physical suppression; just standing there gave people a sense of despair. Their entire bodies combined weren't even half the size of one of its footprints.
"It's the King of the Forest, the Titan Giant Ape!"
Tang San's voice even trembled slightly.
Such a terrifying Spirit Beast, even if one didn't know its name, its sheer size alone was enough to be frightening.
Fortunately, the Titan Giant Ape stopped not far ahead and remained motionless.
Everyone was too scared to move an inch.
This feeling was like being targeted by a fierce tiger; if you moved, it would pounce and bite you. Instinctive awareness made everyone dare not make any moves.
"To be precise, it's a hundred-thousand-year-old Titan Giant Ape…" Shi Quan's muttered voice echoed in his mind. Of course, he couldn't say it out loud, otherwise, if Tang San didn't chase, what would he play with?
"If it weren't for Xiao Wu, encountering a Spirit Beast of this Rank in this place would be harder than winning a billion from a single dollar."
As Shi Quan thought, Zhao Wuji couldn't hold back and spoke in a deep voice, "Respected King of the Forest, we have no intention of offending you. If this is your territory, we will leave immediately…"
Zhao Wuji couldn't understand it at all.
Why would this Titan Giant Ape, at least ten thousand years old, suddenly come out to trouble them few Spirit Masters?
At this moment, Zhao Wuji had no time to think about such things!
What he needed to think about was how to safely escape with everyone!
Then, after hearing Zhao Wuji's words, the Titan Giant Ape took another step forward.
This simple step immediately sent cold sweat trickling down Zhao Wuji's back.
"I'll hold him off! All of you, immediately eat Oscar's Mushroom Sausage and leave this place! Quick! Don't hesitate! If you hesitate, none of us will leave here alive!"
With that, without the slightest hesitation, Zhao Wuji's spirit rings suddenly lit up, and he charged forward directly.
Several spirit rings lit up in sequence, and his Spirit Abilities were unleashed frantically, as if he had unlimited spirit power.
Shi Quan was slightly silent. He knew that the Titan Giant Ape would leave once it grabbed Xiao Wu, but he naturally couldn't push Xiao Wu out. He had to watch everything unfold from the perspective of an observer. If he didn't encounter that Man Faced Demon Spider in the final step, he would really lose out big time.
As expected, everyone chose to stay.
Dai Mubai released his Third Soul Skill and charged out first.
"Zhuqing, don't attack. With your attack, you can't break through the Titan Giant Ape's defense. Instead of attacking, follow my command, pay attention to everyone's movements, and provide support at any time."
Shi Quan's voice echoed in Zhu Zhuqing's mind.
Zhu Zhuqing nodded, leaping onto a large tree.
The next second, as everyone's attacks just landed, before even touching the Titan Giant Ape, it let out a monstrous roar in response to their attacks.
A terrifying black Qi burst forth, like a hurricane, bending and breaking countless towering trees around them. The scene was incredibly shocking!
Even Zhu Zhuqing, who hadn't attacked, was directly sent flying by the terrifying Qi wave.
At the same time, the Titan Giant Ape's massive body finally moved, leaping up with a speed almost imperceptible to the naked eye. Its enormous body descended from the sky, pressing down directly towards the concentrated group of people.
Shi Quan's figure instantly soared into the air, embracing the backward-flying Zhu Zhuqing, and quickly moved out of the Titan Giant Ape's pouncing range.
As for the others, Oscar tackled Ning Rongrong, shielding her beneath him. Dai Mubai and Zhao Wuji saved themselves. Tang San saved Fatty beside him, kicking him away, and then, when he tried to save Xiao Wu, it was already too late.
"No—, let go of Xiao Wu."
Tang San could only watch helplessly as Xiao Wu, in mid-air, was seized by the Titan Giant Ape.
Roar!
Zhao Wuji, who had just stabilized himself, immediately released his Spirit True Body and charged towards the Titan Giant Ape.
But facing the hundred-thousand-year-old Titan Giant Ape, Zhao Wuji's full-power strike was easily blocked by one of the Titan Giant Ape's arms. Not only did it fail to budge it in the slightest, but he himself stumbled back seven or eight steps before barely regaining his balance.
With another roar from the Titan Giant Ape, black Qi burst forth again. As everyone was sent flying once more, the Titan Giant Ape also suddenly soared into the air, and in just one leap, it was already a hundred meters away, disappearing into the forest.
Zhao Wuji wanted to chase, but he quickly realized that his speed was simply not on the same level as the Titan Giant Ape's.
Ning Rongrong, due to her training, did not faint under Oscar's protective tackle.
Everyone slowly got up from the ground, finally recovering from the Titan Giant Ape's attack.
Zhao Wuji couldn't accept the outcome of his student being captured by the Titan Ape, her life or death unknown. Tang San found it even harder to accept.
"I'm sorry, everyone. It's my fault for not being able to stop him from taking Xiao Wu. Tang San, you, please accept my condolences…"
Unacceptable… but they could only accept it.
"Little Ao, if you still consider me a brother, give me a Mushroom Sausage. Don't make a sound, don't let anyone see."
Oscar froze, hearing the faint, mosquito-like but perfectly clear voice in his ear. At this moment, how could he give it to Tang San? He wasn't willing to watch Tang San go to his death.
"Xiao Wu is my sister, and my family. Now that she's been taken, her life or death unknown, but even if there's only a sliver of hope, I must try. I beg you, Oscar, give me a Mushroom Sausage."
Looking at Tang San's bloodshot eyes, Oscar was finally swayed.
"Fine."
Oscar sighed and threw the pre-made Mushroom Sausage to Tang San.
"Little Ao, what are you doing?!"
Zhao Wuji roared, and although he discovered it immediately, speed was ultimately not his strong suit.
He was just about to stop Tang San when Tang San had already eaten the sausage, and a pair of transparent, butterfly-like wings grew from his back. He flew out directly.
"I'm sorry, Teacher Zhao. I must go find Xiao Wu. Even if she's already dead, I must retrieve her body," Tang San's mournful voice came.
"Seven Treasures Famous, second: Speed." Ning Rongrong's clear voice rang out, and a brilliant colorful light floated down onto Tang San, "Little San, go quickly. I support you. I've increased my spirit power output, and the speed-up effect should last for one minute after you leave my spirit power range. You must find Xiao Wu, she's my roommate too."
Everything was unfolding as it did in the original novel.