Chapter 153.

With the name settled, the Grandmaster instructed everyone to practice and absorb the medicinal energy of the herb in the vicinity. Consolidating the absorption and stabilizing their breakthroughs required harnessing the abundant medicinal power.

Over the next few days, all seven honed their skills here.

Wang Feng observed from the sidelines. There were moments spent playing cards with Dugu Bo as he was taking a break before the impending soul beast hunt for Dai Mubai, once his level has been stabilized.

He's also currently at level 39, a somewhat challenging stage. Wang Feng estimates it'll take some time before he reaches level 40.

A few days later, Dugu Bo arrived with Dugu Yan, seeking Tang San's help for detoxification. Wang Feng also joined them.

"Surprisingly, Tang San, you've made friends with my grandpa! And you even lured him to Shrek Academy!" Dugu Goose, originally from Heaven Dou Imperial Academy, was clearly resistant to her grandpa becoming a senior advisor at Shrek Academy.

"And you... your name's Wang Feng, right?" Dugu Goose directed her gaze at Wang Feng.

It was the first encounter for Dugu Yan to see Wang Feng without him wearing any mask. During Wang Feng's masked appearance in the Great Fighting Soul Arena in Suotuo City, he used the pseudonym Thor while battling with Qin Ming.

"Yeah, that's me." Wang Feng grinned.

"In that case, you're in trouble!" Dugu Yan chuckled. "The incident at Heaveen Dou Imperial Academy is the talk of our entire academy!"

Dugu Yan referred to Wang Feng's bold move at Heaven Dou Imperial Academy, where he executed two tricks against Dugu Bo and then led the Shrek Academy group away.

Executing two tricks as a thirty-sixth-level Soul Elder against a Titled Douluo was like something out of a fantasy. While some were in awe, many remained unconvinced or skeptical.

"You actually claimed to look down on our Heaven Dou Imperial Academy! Do you realize that there are numerous people in the academy who are dissatisfied with it, wanting to challenge you?" Dugu Yan said, a sudden smile playing on her lips. 

"But, on the flip side, there are also plenty of girls who admire you greatly. You're in luck."

Upon hearing this, Dugu Bo burst into laughter. Even the youngsters from the Heaven Dou Imperial Academy were eager to challenge this eccentric fellow, seemingly oblivious to the peril it might bring upon themselves.

In asserting who knew Wang Feng the best, Dugu Bo confidently claimed the top spot, leaving no room for a second contender. However, he hesitated to declare full comprehension of the young man's strength. Despite his discerning Titled Douluo senses, Dugu Bo sensed that Wang Feng harbored numerous undisclosed capabilities.

When engaging in friendly sparring with Wang Feng, Dugu Bo observed that the young prodigy never exerted his full strength. Even when exerting 30 to 40% of his own strength, Dugu Bo found himself evenly matched against him.

Perplexed, Dugu Yan questioned her grandfather, "Grandpa, what's so amusing?" Tang San, too, couldn't help but join in the amusement.

Now the Shrek Seven, though they hadn't sparred with Feng'ge for a while, they remained skeptical about the prospect of defeating him in a friendly match.

As he continued to grow, his progress outpaced even his peers at an impressive rate. As for the Heaven Dou Imperial Academy students? Well, he had the power to defeat any challenger.

"Nothing." Dugu Bo dismissed the curiosity surrounding the peculiar strength of Fengzi, wearing a serious expression. "That day, I didn't even exert 1% of my strength."

Wang Feng couldn't help but curse the old poison in his heart for intentionally stirring up trouble.

Tang San chuckled. "Really?" Dugu Yan eyed her grandfather suspiciously. "Grandpa, you're not known for being merciful, and back then, you two shouldn't have been acquainted. But hey, today, someone from Heaven Dou Imperial Academy is going to challenge you, Wang Feng!"

Wang Feng found himself surprised at the news.

Today?

A knock on the door interrupted the conversation, and Tang San hastily opened it to reveal Ma Hongjun.

"Are you really here with Senior Poison Douluo? I just finished training and was planning to visit the academy... Damn it, looks like trouble's brewing with the Heaven Dou Imperial Academy folks!" Ma Hongjun whispered. 

"Seems like they're here to challenge Wang Feng, and also there are a few lovely girls there too."

Wang Feng was taken aback.

It appeared that Heaven Dou Imperial Academy had indeed taken a keen interest in him that day.

"Indeed, after your departure that day, the Xue Xing faced severe punishment from His Majesty, coupled with that Xue Beng..." Dugu Yan shared the information with a hint of amusement in his gaze directed at Tang San. 

"Since you've become friends with my grandfather, assisted in detoxifying his toxins, and are going to aid me as well, let me tell you, these individuals are no ordinary students."

Tang San and Wang Feng exchanged glances.

"Let's go and have a look first." Wang Feng suggested after a moment of contemplation. Tang San agreed and handed the antidote he prepared for Dugu Yan to Dugu Bo before following Wang Feng.

The group strolled towards the central square of the college and found it encircled. Originally known as Blue Bull Academy, Shrek Academy retained many students, spanning six classes with over 120 students, ranging from the twentieth to over thirty levels. Due to the graduation requirement set at level forty, there were also older students among them.

As Wang Feng approached, the surrounding crowd instinctively made way. A figure was forcefully propelled from the center, crashing onto the ground, causing a slight tremor. The onlookers parted, revealing four individuals—two men and two women. Among them was Ye Lingling, whom Wang Feng had encountered in the Emperor team.

Ye Lingling activated the Nine Hearted Begonia, casting a gentle glow on the student who had been blasted out, evidently aiding in their recovery from the injury.

"I've come to Shrek Academy today specifically to find someone named Wang Feng. Bring him out!" declared the man at the center, approximately twenty years old, with black hair, a composed demeanor, and an intense aura. His companion wore a mask, maintaining a slender and enigmatic presence. There was also a woman present, and Wang Feng was taken aback to recognize her as Silk Rong.

Seeing Silk Rong, memories flooded back for Wang Feng—his former teammate from six years ago, along with the two Ling Ren and Lao Hei (Old Black), who had agreed to reunite in Suotuo City. Unfortunately, Wang Feng had been unable to locate any information about them after arriving in the city, leaving him with lingering regret. The unexpected encounter here stirred mixed emotions within him.

Through the dispersing crowd, Silk Rong locked eyes with Wang Feng, her expression shifting subtly. The man in the mask also displayed a moment of surprise upon seeing Wang Feng, a glint of sharpness in his eyes.

"They've truly come to settle some unfinished business!" Ma Hongjun, assisting the injured student, couldn't help interjecting. "Are you alright?"

"It's fine. This guy is formidable... Thank you. My name is Tai Long," the student replied, offering Ma Hongjun a grateful look.

At that moment, a group of students rushed over, anxiously inquiring, "Boss Tai Long, are you okay?"

"Boss?"

Tang San queried in astonishment, "Are you the leader of the students of the Blue Bull Academy?" Tai Long affirmed with a nod and shifted his gaze to the black-haired man before explaining, "This guy's soul power surpasses level forty, and his martial soul is also exceptionally potent. I'm not sure who this Wang Feng is, perhaps he is one of the students from our academy. When he didn't show up, and we witnessed these people acting arrogantly, we intended to intervene. To our surprise, we weren't a match at all and before we knew he had already taken care of several of us."

Wang Feng remained silent, his attention fixated not on the black-haired man but on the one in the mask, feeling a vague sense of familiarity.

A cold voice suddenly pierced through the air from the other side, interrupting the tension, "Why are you looking for Wang Feng?" The surrounding students parted, revealing Zhu Zhuqing, Xiao Wu, and Ning Rongrong approaching. Evidently, they had concluded their training and hurried over upon hearing the commotion.

"Brother!" Xiao Wu rushed forward, intimately pulling Tang San's right arm.

"Xiao Wu, why are you so close to him?" Tai Long, observed the scene with surprise, casting a somewhat hostile glance at Tang San.

"Tai Long, don't bother me anymore! I already have someone I like, and it's not you!" Xiao Wu retorted coldly.

Tang San touched his nose, realizing that Tai Long was one of Xiao Wu's suitor. Seeing this, he discreetly moved closer to Xiao Wu.

Tai Long's expression soured, he wanted to challenge Tang San, but at that moment, he lacked the strength to do so.

"Tsk," Wang Feng shook his head in disapproval.

At the arrival of Zhu Zhuqing and Ning Rongrong, the attention of the students immediately shifted towards them. It must be acknowledged that the allure of the two, enhanced by immortal herbs, had significantly increased, rendering them even more stunning than before.

"Of course, I have something to do with him," the black-haired man remarked, his gaze lingering on the two women. He spoke calmly, "Rest assured, we won't harm him. Do you know Ye Lingling behind you? Her martial soul is Nine Heart Begonia, capable of healing injuries. We won't cause any harm."

"You're here to challenge him?" Zhu Zhuqing furrowed her brow and stated coldly, "Then let's talk after defeating me first." With that, she proceeded towards the central square.

"Defeat you?" The black-haired man gave Zhu Zhuqing a perplexed look. "Are you also a Soul Ancestor?"

"Let's not waste time!" Zhu Zhuqing's soul power surged throughout her body, and three soul rings appeared. The Moon Elf, a mutation of the Hell Civet, emerged slowly, exuding a mysterious and elegant aura that immediately captivated everyone's attention.

"Zhu Zhuqing, Martial Soul Moon Elf, a thirty-eighth-level agile attack-system soul master! Please enlighten me!"

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