Ya'li offered a faint smile, "With Tang Wulin there, there should be no issue. That kid is very cautious in his actions. Having noticed the anomaly with Silent Devil Island, he will surely prevent the others from making any dangerous moves!"
Lan Mu Zi softly echoed, "Mm, Elder Ya'li's remarks are spot on. Although Gu Yue is currently working at the Spirit Pagoda and did not go with them, Tang Wulin's command in various aspects is no less than hers!"
Tang Yinmeng also let out a sigh of relief, "Ah, since they've successfully entered, it means they will definitely face rigorous training. The only hope is that everyone can come back safe and sound!"
Initially, they had hoped that Tang Wulin and the others could successfully complete two years of service, but now, they just wished for their safe return!
Sitting next to Yun Ming, Long Yeyue clearly didn't want to dwell on this topic and interjected, "Enough, I believe they won't disappoint us!"
After a pause, she changed the subject, "Ever since Elder Xu left, the teaching quality at Shrek Outer Court has dropped by more than just a level. We should now think of a solution to this problem!"
Cai Yue'er seemed to have thought of something and glanced curiously at Turbid World, "Elder Turbid World, I remember Wu Changkong had been diligently practicing for a long time. He should have finished his seclusion by now, right?"
Wu Changkong's talent is top-tier within the whole Shrek Academy!
And in terms of teaching, he has his own unique insights!
He is one of the most suitable candidates to temporarily replace Xu Sheng!
Ya'li's beautiful eyes suddenly lit up, "Oh yes, I remember Wu Changkong was a star instructor at East Sea Academy. Maybe we could have him return to serve as an instructor at Shrek Academy again..."
Feng Wu Yu propped up his chin in thought, "Indeed, I also agree with bringing Wu Changkong back as a teacher at Shrek Academy!"
Yun Ming, with an unchanged expression, inquired, "Elder Turbid World, what do you think?"
Upon hearing this, Turbid World's face showed hesitation. Then, taking a deep breath, he said, "I'll go and ask him later. As you all know, Wu Changkong's personality is not one to simply do as he's told!"
It was because of this that there was a rift between them in the past!
And it took years, even decades to resolve!
Yun Ming expressed satisfaction, "Hmm, in that case, I'll leave this matter to Elder Turbid World. The cultivation of Tang Wulin and the other children is important indeed, but it's the new generation of students that are the foundation of our Shrek Academy!"
The crowd voiced in unison, "Yes, Pavilion Master!"
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As Tang Wulin and the group ventured deeper, they had arrived at a Dark Forest radiating an eerie aura...
Tang Wulin's heart suddenly throbbed, immediately cautioning, "Everyone, be careful, this place seems even more terrifying than the areas we've been before!"
Xie Xie agreed, "Yeah, not only that, there seems to be a faint energy ahead, perhaps the breakthrough point of this Dark Forest!"
With her Soul Power, she could only perceive to this extent!
Yue Zhengyu said coldly, "Breakthrough point? I don't think it's that simple; instead, it's more like the 'small world' Teacher Xu mentioned!"
Xu Lizhi's face paled with fear as he edged behind Ye Xinglan, "A small world? Doesn't that mean if we go in, we can't get out?"
A small world might sound nice, but it hid great risks!
Virtually no one who entered a small world ever came back safely!
Of course, those who did make it back all gained some great opportunities!
Ye Xinglan patted his head reassuringly, "Don't be afraid, Lizhi, a small world is not that terrifying. Moreover, it seems like the only exit from this island!"
Yuanen Yehui affirmed, "Mm, I am certain of this!"
Perhaps it was because her Martial Soul resonated well with this place, her perception here was wider than ever before...
After careful consideration, Tang Wulin earnestly said, "Let's do this: everyone wait here for a moment, I'll go in and test for any dangers."
No sooner had he spoken than he was decisively vetoed by Xie Xie...
"No, it's too dangerous. Let me do it. I can use a clone to check out the situation!"
How could he allow Tang Wulin to test it himself? If anything unexpected happened, the entire team would lose its backbone!
Xu Xiaoyan chuckled lightly and said, "I think Xie Xie is right. It's not easy for him to have a moment to shine!"
Ye Xinglan encouraged, "This is a great opportunity to showcase your abilities in front of Ye Hui. Xie Xie, you better not let everyone down!"
Wu Siduo said indifferently, "It's rare that this guy would say such a thing. Let him do it."
Tang Wulin also felt that Xie Xie's suggestion made sense and nodded, "Then, Xie Xie, you must be careful. Even though it's a clone, if you encounter danger, cut the connection immediately!"
No one knew if there was anything strange about that breakthrough!
Xie Xie confidently patted his chest, "Don't worry, leave it to me!"
Immediately after, he took a step forward and then suddenly turned his head back to Yuanen Yehui, "Ye Hui, if anything happens to me, you must ensure your own safety!"
An impatient Yue Zhengyu kicked him out, "Hurry up and go. So much nonsense!"
Anyone who didn't know better would think it was some kind of dramatic farewell.
Yuanen Yehui opened his mouth, and finally spoke four words, "Be careful!"
But those four words filled Xie Xie with strength...
Following that, he directly unleashed his Second Soul Skill, Twin Dragon Avatar...
The next second, two clones identical to him, formed of Soul Power, charged into the depths of the Dark Forest...
And Xie Xie's perspective was shared with his clones, as he could clearly see what was unfolding before them...
As the clones ventured deeper, the Dark Forest started to subtly change, but nothing noteworthy appeared...
It was only at the end of the forest that the full picture became clear...
There was a black and purple glow, about several meters in size, impossible to see through with the naked eye, surrounded by spatial ripples...
Back at the rear, Xie Xie's eyes revealed his bewilderment. "Is this really a small world? There's a faint energy leaking out from inside."
Almost as soon as he thought of this possibility, he sent his two clones charging straight into it...
But the next second, Xie Xie sensed something wrong!
His own body suddenly had a very dangerous premonition!
Without any hesitation, he cut off the connection with the clones...
But even though he cut off the connection with the clones immediately, Xie Xie's sea of consciousness was still violently shocked...
Everyone saw him fall to his knees with a "thump," his face twisted in pain, gasping for air...
Tang Wulin immediately ran over, anxiously exclaiming, "Xie Xie, what's wrong with you?"
He had just been distracted, and Xie Xie had suddenly become like this!
With his cheeks contorted, Xie Xie had no strength left to reply, just gritting his teeth and enduring it...
The sweat on his forehead proved he was undergoing immense torment...
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