Blue Tyrant Academy II

The next day, Yuan woke up feeling refreshed. After getting dressed in the academy uniform, he stepped out of his dorm and headed toward his assigned classroom. Upon arriving, he noticed the other students already gathered, chatting amongst themselves.

As he entered, the room fell silent for a moment, and all eyes turned toward him. A group of girls quickly stood up from their seats and walked over to greet him, their enthusiasm evident. They insisted he join them, gesturing toward an empty corner seat they had saved.

Yuan, noticing the attention he was garnering, let out a small sigh but complied without comment, taking the offered seat. Meanwhile, the other boys in the classroom glared at him with undisguised envy and hostility, as if he had just ruined all their chances with the girls.

Yuan ignored the stares and settled into his seat, thinking to himself, "This is going to be a long day."

Yuan glanced at the girls gathered around him and sighed inwardly, knowing they had developed feelings for him over the years as they trained together.

"Is this... a harem?" he thought, looking around at the familiar faces. His eyes landed on the three Zhang sisters, then on Dugu Yan, and finally on Sisi, who also seemed to admire him.

"Damn, I'm just 12, and I already have this huge harem," he gulped nervously, clenching his fist under the desk to stay calm. Despite his initial embarrassment, a small smirk crept onto his face as he mumbled under his breath, "I like it."

He quickly composed himself, sitting calmly as the class began.

The teacher entered—a middle-aged man with black hair and a neatly trimmed beard. His presence commanded attention as he strode to the front of the room.

"Today, we will discuss the effects of engagement techniques on combat scenarios, particularly those that can disrupt or counter a Spirit Master's momentum," the teacher announced, his sharp eyes scanning the room.

Yuan paid close attention as the lecture began, occasionally glancing at his classmates to see if they were as engaged. The lesson progressed smoothly, and soon, class ended.

As they left, Dugu Yan approached him with a smile. "Not too bad for the first day, right?" she said, her tone light as she walked alongside him.

Yuan nodded. "Yeah, it wasn't as bad as I expected."

The group gradually dispersed, each heading toward their next task for the day.

Their next class was Practical Combat, a session designed to test their fighting skills and martial spirits against one another. The students were paired up, and one by one, they stepped into the combat ring, showcasing their abilities.

Soon, it was Yuan's turn. He calmly ascended the stage, his demeanor composed yet radiating quiet confidence. Across from him stood another student—a boy with a lean but agile frame and sharp eyes.

"My name is Fang Lei," the boy said with a smirk, his confidence evident. "Martial Spirit: Mystic Eye Wolf. Let's see if you're as good as everyone says."

Yuan nodded politely but didn't respond. His focus sharpened as he activated his martial spirit.

The instructor stepped forward, raising his hand to signal the start of the match. "Begin!"

Fang Lei immediately unleashed his spirit energy, and a pair of spectral, glowing wolf eyes materialized behind him. His movements became swift and unpredictable as he closed in on Yuan with a series of rapid strikes.

Yuan, however, remained calm. With his martial spirit, Supreme Sun and Moon Concentric Rings, he conjured his twin rings—one radiant gold like the sun and the other silvery like the moon. Their ethereal glow formed a protective aura around him, reflecting his immense power and versatility.

As Fang Lei launched his attacks, Yuan sidestepped gracefully, his movements precise and calculated. He used his first spirit ability, Scorching Sun and Chilling Moon Splicer. A wave of dual energy surged forward, a blend of searing heat and icy chill, forcing Fang Lei to retreat.

The crowd gasped as Yuan's attack left a visible mark on the stage floor.

Fang Lei wasn't deterred. He activated his own spirit ability, Wolf's Predatory Gaze, enhancing his speed and attack power. He leapt toward Yuan, aiming for a decisive blow.

But Yuan anticipated the move. With his second spirit ability, Protection of Twin Rings, his speed and strength surged by 30%. He countered with a swift series of strikes, deflecting Fang Lei's attack effortlessly.

The fight ended with Yuan landing a clean, controlled blow, forcing Fang Lei out of the ring. The instructor called the match.

"Winner: Yuan!"

The spectators were still buzzing from Yuan's impressive display when the next match was called.

"Dugu Yan, step forward!" the instructor announced.

As Dugu Yan gracefully made her way to the stage, murmurs rippled through the crowd. Her confidence and poise already set her apart, but when she activated her martial spirit, the air in the arena changed.

With a flash of light, a massive dragon appeared behind her. Its scales shimmered in vibrant hues of red and blue, exuding both an intense fiery aura and a chilling frost. The dragon's green horns gleamed under the sunlight, radiating an almost regal majesty. The sheer presence of the creature was overwhelming, leaving the crowd in awe.

"Unbelievable! Such a powerful martial spirit!" one student whispered.

"Is that... a dual-attribute dragon?" another gasped.

Dugu Yan stood tall, her dragon looming protectively behind her. She addressed her opponent with a calm yet commanding voice.

"Dugu Yan, Martial Spirit: Frostfire Poison Dragon King," she declared, the name alone silencing the murmurs.

Across from her stood a burly young man with a muscular build. His expression was wary, but he didn't back down. He activated his own martial spirit, and the shadow of a large, menacing primate appeared behind him. Its frame was bulky and powerful, its eyes glowing with malevolent energy.

"Lu Long," he introduced himself. "Martial Spirit: Devil-Armed Monkey."

The instructor stepped forward, raising his hand. "Begin!"

Lu Long charged forward, his enhanced arms glowing with a dark, sinister energy. His martial spirit gave him immense strength, and he aimed to overwhelm Dugu Yan with sheer brute force.