Embarking on the arena's stage

Felix and Maya, guided by their shared sense of adventure, found themselves standing near the central courtyard in the evening where their first class at shrek academy will take place. 

Next the events took place as in the original book where ning Rongrong confronted flender and all the subsrquent things took place. After Rongrong went away, Flender asked all of them to follow him. On the way to Suotuo city, he was impressed with the new students especially Maya and Felix who were easily able to keep up with his speed.

The journey led them beyond the academy grounds, and soon, the lights of Suotuo City twinkled in the distance. Flender halted near a tea shop and entered with the group where he told them all about the Spirit Arena and how they have to earn a silver badge before they graduate from the academy. After the explanation, Flender left them there and went somewhere else.

Meanwhile, Maya exchanged a determined glance with Felix, their excitement growing.

Maya looked at Felix, a spark of anticipation in her eyes. "Silver badge, Spirit Arena, and a chance to prove ourselves. This sounds like the adventure we've been waiting for."

Felix grinned. "Couldn't agree more. Let's see what the Spirit Arena has in store for us."

They arrived at the Spirit Arena where the entrance buzzed with activity as spirit masters from various places gathered.

Maya nodded. "We're in. Now what's the deal?"

Mubai explained, "There are different categories you can participate in: solo fights, duo fights, and team battles with seven members each. Choose wisely."

Maya exchanged a glance with Felix. "Why not go for both solo and duo fights? Double the excitement."

Felix agreed, "Sounds like a plan. Now, what should we call our duo?"

Maya smirked. "How about 'Blazing Shadows'?"

Felix chuckled. "I like it. Blazing Shadows it is."

As they registered, Others also joined them, opting for solo and duo fights as well. Zhuqing on the other hand entered the duo fights but asked at the counter to randomly assign a partner for a fight as this was her first day here and thus wanted to have a different experience although her main focus was still on her solo fight later. Maya and Felix, who saw this were surprised but didn't say anything as their friendship was still not that deep and decided to focus on their own fights. 

Now, the stage was set for the Blazing Shadows to leave an indelible mark on the prestigious arena and for Zhuqing to meet a certain someone who might accompany her in her journey of becoming strong and taking control of her own fate.