Duolou: After taking advice, I became Supreme!

Zhu Zhuqing's demeanor gives the impression that, to her, no one else matters aside from Yun Feng. This isn't surprising, given Zhu Zhuqing's relentless drive; she's practically the epitome of hard work.

In contrast, Ma Hongjun's eyes seem almost overworked, darting all around at the sights on the streets. Though he's not as curious as Xiao Wu about everything, his gaze constantly flits toward women with prominent figures, regardless of age. Fortunately, he's positioned at the back of the group, so his behavior goes unnoticed by the others.

Flender suddenly pauses, observing the sky, and mutters, "There's still time. Follow me." He leads them into an unassuming teahouse on the side of the street, where they sit around a round table. Flender orders eight cups of the cheapest tea. Xiao Wu frowns at the sight of the tea, full of leaf fragments, and asks if their first class will be held there. Ning Rongrong, displeased with the tea, immediately pays to have it upgraded, demanding the finest tea instead.

Flender, seemingly delighted, sips the tea and finally says, "Of course not. Your classroom is over there." He gestures outside. Following his direction, Tang San and the others see a towering building in the distance. At nearly 100 meters tall, it looms large and ominous against the night sky, its lights flickering faintly. Dai Mubai, recognizing the place, anxiously questions Flender, hinting at the extreme nature of their training.

Maintaining his serious tone, Flender explains that as monsters, they require a training approach that matches. He emphasizes that while each of them has unique spirits and training methods, the academy can only guide them in effectively using their martial souls, obtaining better soul rings, and gaining practical experience. However, the key to developing their potential lies in real combat.

Yun Feng finds Flender's reasoning almost laughable, as it seems to imply that the academy provides little more than a space for battles, leaving the students to fend for themselves. No wonder Shrek's graduation rate is so low; few students could endure this rigorous approach.

Dai Mubai and Ma Hongjun exchange a resigned glance, understanding what's in store. Ning Rongrong, Tang San, Xiao Wu, and the ever-cool Zhu Zhuqing all display curious, questioning expressions. Flender further clarifies that this enormous building is the city's Great Spirit Arena, a significant landmark and an indicator of a city's or nation's strength. He explains that it's a place for soul masters to test their skills in battle, revered as a neutral power established by seven major soul master families and unaffiliated with either the Heaven Dou Empire or Spirit Hall.

Tang San, frowning, asks why such a prestigious profession as soul mastering would need a venue like this, where they perform in front of audiences. Flender admits he doesn't personally enjoy the Great Spirit Arena's atmosphere but acknowledges it as a critical venue to display a soul master's value and prestige.

He continues by explaining that the Great Spirit Arena has its own ranking system. Each soul master, upon victory in their first match, earns a badge, which upgrades as they accumulate points. The badge ranks are named according to mineral types, from Iron at the lowest, followed by Copper, Silver, Gold, Amethyst, Sapphire, Ruby, and Diamond.

Flender's eyes gleam as he informs the group that each of them must earn a Silver Spirit Badge before graduating. He emphasizes that this goal is not easily achieved, asking Dai Mubai to explain the requirements and their records after participating in combat here for over a year.

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