4th Stage Assessment

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As he spoke, he walked forward directly, followed by Ao Tian and the others.

"This doesn't seem right," Tang San remarked.

He didn't like the idea of using backdoor connections or pulling strings.

"There's nothing wrong with it. You all have the qualifications," Dai Mubai replied.

When they reached the front of the testing teacher, Dai Mubai said directly, "Teacher, their soul power levels are all above 25. I'll take them directly to the fourth stage."

"So, there's such a rule," Tang San thought to himself.

The teacher smiled and said, "It seems like we're lucky this year to have so many promising talents. Take them in first."

"Follow me," Dai Mubai said with a smile.

Tang San followed Dai Mubai inside, but Ao Tian didn't move. The remaining girls also stayed put, with Ning Rong Rong stopping at the back.

Ao Tian knew that getting in wouldn't be that simple.

Sure enough, someone immediately voiced their dissatisfaction. Why did so many people have to wait in line while Dai Mubai could easily take people in?

Ao Tian stood there with his arms crossed, watching as Dai Mubai coldly confronted those resentful young men.

Dai Mubai tossed the crystal ball used for testing soul power to Tang San. Tang San infused his soul power, and the entire crystal ball lit up, indicating that his soul power had reached level thirty.

The group of protesting young boys and girls immediately fell silent.

Soon, someone turned their attention towards Ao Tian and the others, incredulously asking, "Are these five also all above level twenty-five in soul power?"

With someone leading the charge, a chorus of protests erupted. These young talents from various academies were all stars in their respective fields during their junior years, but none had reached level twenty-five in soul power.

After being struck down by Tang San, they naturally felt a great deal of imbalance and sought to regain their confidence by targeting Ao Tian and his group.

Their gazes fell upon Ao Tian's group, all filled with jealousy. They couldn't believe that all of them had surpassed level twenty-five. How could there be so many who reached that level before the age of thirteen?

Having a good reputation was one thing, but trying to use connections? Impossible!

Various forms of mockery, ridicule, and even personal attacks filled the air. Xiao Wu, who had the worst temper, was on the verge of exploding.

"Xiao Qing and Ning Rongrong, you two go for the test," Ao Tian said calmly.

He didn't want to waste any more time here.

Zhu Zhuqing stepped forward, took the crystal ball from Tang San, infused her soul power, and the crystal ball lit up, indicating her soul power was at level twenty-seven.

The mocking and ridiculing in the crowd instantly decreased by a large margin.

Ning Rongrong struggled to come up beside Zhu Zhuqing, took the crystal ball, and after infusing her soul power, it too shone brightly. Her soul power was at level twenty-six.

A faint smile finally appeared on her face, and she had finally regained some confidence.

The blow Ao Tian and the others had dealt her was just too heavy.

Now, those who had been making noise didn't dare to speak up anymore, but their eyes were still fixed on Ao Tian, Xiao Wu, and Gu Yue.

Though they didn't say it, their meaning was clear: there were still three more.

"Spirit rings," Ao Tian said, and three spirit rings appeared on his body.

Xiao Wu caught on and snorted, three spirit rings also appeared on her and Gu Yuena.

The testing teacher, Tang San, and the group of resentful young boys and girls all stared wide-eyed, doubting if they were seeing things.

Ao Tian retracted the spirit rings and said to Dai Mubai, "Let's go."

Dai Mubai looked at those silenced individuals and sneered, "Every single one of you is useless. You think everyone else is as useless as you? If I were you, I'd go home and daydream instead of embarrassing myself here one by one."

After finishing speaking, he strode ahead, and Tang San quickly followed.

Xiao Wu gave a proud snort at those people before walking inside with Ao Tian.

A chorus of exclamations rose up, and among that group, several girls directly panicked, covering their eyes and rushing out.

Dai Mubai's words were indeed quite harsh.

The remaining boys were left feeling embarrassed, wishing they could run out with them...

Tang San was still amazed, never expecting that after just one vacation, Ao Tian, Gu Yue, and Xiao Wu had all become Spirit Elders. Meanwhile, he still didn't know where his third spirit ring was.

"Big Brother Mubai, you spoke so harshly just now. Aren't you afraid of scaring those people away? If that happens, the academy won't be able to recruit many students," Tang San asked in puzzlement.

He felt Dai Mubai had gone a bit too far.

Dai Mubai shook his head and sighed, "Tang San, do you know why our academy is called Shrek Academy?"

Tang San shook his head.

Dai Mubai continued, "Shrek is a type of monster. The mission of our academy is to only accept monsters, and all mediocrity is rejected. Like you guys, you are monsters. Even if I don't scold them, they wouldn't be able to pass all the tests. Our dean has said, he'd rather not admit any students than take in trash."

Tang San was somewhat surprised, then he smiled, "Then I'm very glad to join Shrek Academy."

"A school full of scum, what's there to be glad about?" Xiao Wu muttered.

Dai Mubai clearly heard it but pretended not to. Tang San, on the other hand, looked at Xiao Wu in surprise. It seemed like she was a bit dissatisfied with Big Brother Mubai?

Not long after, they arrived at a clearing.

"We're here," Dai Mubai said.

Not far ahead of them, a middle-aged man who appeared to be in his fifties lay on a chair, eyes closed, swaying along with the chair's movements.

"Teacher Zhao," Dai Mubai called out.

Zhao Wuji opened his eyes, and when he saw Ao Tian and the others beside Dai Mubai, a thick expression of astonishment appeared on his face.

"The talents of this year's youngsters are quite impressive. There are actually six who have reached here," Dai Mubai laughed, "Teacher Zhao, they directly passed the second and third stages."

"So, all of their soul powers are above level twenty-five? How is that possible?" Zhao Wuji stood up, astonished.

You should know that for Shrek Academy's admission conditions, it's very difficult to recruit a student. Shrek Academy hasn't recruited any students for two years.

Yet this year, six arrived at the fourth stage, and they even skipped the second and third stages.

Tang San and the others gazed at Zhao Wuji, equally astonished, not only by his appearance but also by the imposing aura emanating from him.

Zhao Wuji's appearance was ordinary, standing at less than 1.7 meters tall. However, his physique was incredibly robust, with bulging muscles on his body resembling dark rocks, nearly bursting through his clothes.

Tang San's expression gradually became serious as he felt the pressure radiating from Zhao Wuji.

Zhao Wuji's fingers crackled as he grinned, "The fourth stage tests your practical combat ability. I'll give you the time it takes for an incense stick to burn to discuss how to coordinate. After the incense stick burns out, I will personally assess you. As long as you can hold on for the duration of the incense stick under my hands, you'll pass."

"Teacher Zhao, this isn't in line with the rules," Dai Mubai immediately became anxious and protested.

If Zhao Wuji were to conduct the assessment, how would he torture that arrogant guy?