Tang San, it's All Up to You Now

Even Zhu Zhuqing felt that Xiao Wu and Ao Tian's words just now were a bit too arrogant.

As a member of a major clan, Zhu Zhuqing was well aware of just how powerful a Spirit Saint was.

She also knew very well that with just the few of them, it was absolutely impossible to defeat a Spirit Saint. Their only option was to do their best to endure for the time it takes an incense stick to burn.

She couldn't understand why Ao Tian and Xiao Wu would say such things.

Although she was puzzled, she didn't ask.

Tang San didn't pay too much attention to how arrogant Ao Tian's words were. After all, he had known Ao Tian for six years and had become accustomed to his tone.

He spoke, saying, "Ao Tian, I know you've always been confident. Indeed, you've accomplished what you've been confident about in the past. But now, we're facing a Spirit Saint. No matter how confident you are, you won't be able to defeat him. It's going to be very difficult for us to pass this stage. So, I need you all to listen to my command this time."

Xiao Wu disagreed, "Tang San, Ao Tian is much stronger than you. Why should we listen to your command?"

"Because I've learned a lot about combat from my teacher," Tang San said.

"It's just theoretical talk on paper," Xiao Wu said disdainfully.

Seeing Xiao Wu question the knowledge of their master, Tang San's tone turned a bit colder, and he said in a stern voice, "It's theory that countless Soul Masters have proven through practice. If you know how to command, then you do it."

Xiao Wu was suddenly at a loss for words. Where would she know how to command? If she were in charge, it would be everyone acting on their own.

"Xiao Wu, let Tang San take command," Ao Tian said.

Tang San nodded, his expression becoming more solemn. He said, "Ning Rongrong, after the battle starts, you'll be responsible for assisting us. Ao Tian, Gu Yuena, and Xiao Wu, the three of you will be in charge of the main attack. Zhu Qing, you're good with speed, so move around to distract and find openings to attack. I'll be in charge of controlling Teacher Zhao's attacks, limiting him as much as possible, and also assisting you with direct attacks."

Dai Mubai nodded slightly on the side, showing some appreciation for Tang San's command ability.

He looked at Gu Yuena and said, "Teacher Zhao's strength is terrifying. If you're not good at defense, attack from a distance as much as possible and try to avoid Teacher Zhao getting close."

"Little ones, have you discussed it?" Zhao Wuji stood up lazily and said.

The time for one incense stick to burn had already passed.

Tang San took a few steps forward and stood in front of everyone, his expression unusually serious. He said, "Teacher Zhao, we're ready."

Zhao Wuji took out an incense stick, lit it, and stuck it in the ground behind him.

Ning Rongrong had already released her martial soul and began chanting incantations to assist her teammates. She pointed her fingers, and colorful light fell on Tang San and the others, making them feel a significant increase in both strength and speed.

"Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda, not bad," Zhao Wuji grinned widely and laughed, "Today, I'll give you your first lesson."

With that, he fiercely smashed his fists into the ground. A layer of earth-yellow light spread out from him as the ground trembled. The terrifying force spread toward Tang San and the others.

Tang San's expression changed, and he shouted loudly, "Quick, get out of the way."

His body leaped up, and at the same time, a Blue Silver Grass shot out, wrapping around Ning Rongrong and lifting her up.

Ning Rongrong was in charge of assisting the entire team. If something happened to her, their chances of winning would be even lower.

Ao Tian and the others, however, didn't jump up. They stood still, motionless.

Zhu Zhuqing had intended to jump up to dodge Zhao Wuji's attack, but Ao Tian's voice sounded in her ears, telling her not to move. Plus, Xiao Wu was holding her hand, preventing her from jumping.

When the yellow light reached their feet, they were immediately sent flying and stumbled to the edge of the arena.

Both Ao Tian and Gu Yuena had pale faces. Xiao Wu clenched her teeth and managed not to turn pale, but instead flushed red.

When the terrifying energy reached the ground at their feet, Zhu Zhuqing's heart grew cold. She thought to herself that she was about to get hurt.

But strangely, her body was sent flying, yet it didn't suffer any injuries.

After landing, Ao Tian and Gu Yuena looked very pale, as if they had suffered serious injuries. Xiao Wu's face, on the other hand, was oddly red.

Just when Zhu Zhuqing was puzzled, Ao Tian weakly shouted, "Tang San, we're all seriously injured, we can't go on. The next battle depends on you. We're entrusting our fate to you, and we believe you'll definitely win in the end."

When Tang San saw Ao Tian and the others being sent flying, his mind went blank. He had just landed when he heard Ao Tian's words, and he was completely stunned.

The battle had just begun, and they had already lost four team members. How were they supposed to continue?

He observed the expressions of Ao Tian and Gu Yuena. They didn't look like they were faking it. Xiao Wu's face was bright red, but her cheeks were tightly wrinkled, indicating that she was in a lot of discomfort.

How could this happen? Didn't Ao Tian and the others plan to dodge? Tang San's heart sank to the bottom of the valley. Now he had to face Zhao Wuji alone, and the difficulty had suddenly increased several times.

The incense stick had only just begun to burn.

Zhu Zhuqing was about to say something when Xiao Wu pulled her and stopped her from speaking.

Ning Rongrong was both angry and anxious. She said, "Ao Tian, you guys did this on purpose. Tang San, a Spirit Grandmaster, was able to dodge. How could you not? Weren't you just saying that you weren't afraid of even a Titled Douluo? How did it turn out like this right from the start?"

Xiao Wu stuck out her tongue but didn't say anything.

Ao Tian helplessly said, "It's true that we're Spirit Elders, but we've never seen the methods of a Spirit Saint before. We didn't react in time. Is there a problem?"

Ning Rongrong was left speechless.

Zhao Wuji burst into laughter, "I didn't expect there would still be a few inexperienced ones. According to our rules, we don't accept those who are pampered, but..."

He pointed at Tang San and continued, "You still have him. If he can hold on for the time it takes an incense stick to burn, I'll consider all of you to have passed."

"Tang San, it's up to you now. Good luck! I believe in you," Xiao Wu shouted in pain.

Tang San felt a mix of emotions. Based on what he knew of Ao Tian and Gu Yuena's combat abilities, even if they hadn't seen the methods of a Spirit Saint before, their combat instincts should still be intact. How could they be hit so easily?

Although he was puzzled, he didn't have time to think about it. Even if he was the only one left, he had to give it his all. His master had sent him to Shrek Academy, and he didn't want to fail even the entrance exam and slink back home in embarrassment.

Even if he had to stake his life, he would pass this assessment.

"Ning Rongrong, step back a bit. Leave the rest of the battle to me," Tang San said in a deep voice.

"Tang San, are you sure?" Ning Rongrong worriedly asked.

"I have to be sure, even if it seems impossible," Tang San's tone was resolute. He stood tall and emitted a palpable fighting spirit.

Ning Rongrong watched Tang San, who dared to face a Spirit Saint alone, and then looked at Ao Tian, whose face was pale at the edge of the arena. She suddenly realized the difference between Tang San and Ao Tian.

She took a few steps back and said, "Tang San, we're comrades. My father taught me from a young age that you should never abandon your comrades no matter what. I'll support you from behind."

Ning Rongrong's trust gave Tang San even more strength.

He couldn't help but recall a sentence from the general outline of the Mysterious Heaven Treasure Record: "Never try to act like a tiger when you're actually a pig." Otherwise, you might really end up becoming a pig.

Today, he decided not to hide any of his abilities. He would make Ao Tian and Gu Yuena understand that he, Tang San, was no longer the same as he was before.

At the same time, he could also use Zhao Wuji, a Spirit Saint, to test just how far his overall strength had come.