Soul Land: Heartbreak Makes Me Stronger

"Eh? A Martial Soul that wields the sword of slaughter?"

Flender's expression grew slightly more serious.

In the arena, Qin Jian intercepted Dai Mubai's attack without a moment's hesitation. His gaze sharpened as he gripped his sword's hilt with his right hand and swung fiercely.

Whoosh!

The sword energy was intercepted by Dai Mubai's crossed arms, producing a sharp, grating noise.

"Such strong attack power..."

Dai Mubai frowned and shook his slightly numb arms, his evil eyes narrowing. "But you're still far from being able to challenge me."

Boom!With a stomp, Dai Mubai launched himself forward, transforming into a streak of light.

Boom, boom, boom...

A relentless barrage of attacks rained down on Qin Jian, but each strike was deftly parried by his Martial Soul sword.

"My Soul Power is depleting too quickly. As expected of an exceptional beast Martial Soul—its defense and strength far surpass mine..."

Qin Jian suddenly retreated, raising his sword with both hands. Sword energy enveloped the blade before he unleashed a powerful slash.

"Sword Energy Slash!"

In the shadows, Yan Zhining was stunned. "That's not one of his Soul Skills... Is it... a self-created Soul Skill?"

Screech!

A tree trunk as thick as a person was effortlessly sliced in half. Dai Mubai was momentarily taken aback but quickly activated a bright yellow Soul Ring beneath his feet.

"First Soul Skill: White Tiger Barrier!"

Flender smiled faintly. "Good, he's not underestimating his opponent. Mubai's White Tiger Barrier increases his attack, defense, and strength by 50%. This move will hold."

As expected, the sharp sword energy sizzled against Dai Mubai's protective golden light, gradually weakening until it dissipated.

"This guy is really strong. I can't match him..."

Yu Hairou murmured, "His Martial Soul is stronger than mine, and his amplifications are also superior."

"Can our captain win?" Shui Yue'er asked worriedly.

"He won't lose."

Shui Bing'er's calm confidence made the other girls glance at her in surprise.

"Bing'er, you're hopeless..." Xue Wu sighed softly.

Shui Bing'er shook her head. "You haven't seen him challenge Soul Beasts with the strength of Rank 30 while he was only at Rank 20. Otherwise, you'd believe too."

In the battlefield.

After deflecting the Sword Energy Slash, Dai Mubai no longer held back. Capitalizing on the enhancements from his White Tiger Barrier, his second Soul Ring lit up.

"Second Soul Skill: White Tiger Light Wave!"

"Second Soul Skill: Primal Sword!"

At that moment, the brilliant purple Soul Ring beneath Qin Jian's feet dazzled both Dai Mubai and Flender.

"I..."

Dai Mubai stumbled, nearly forgetting to release his Soul Skill.

"A thousand-year Soul Ring for his second ring!"

Flender's eyes widened slightly.

Always proud of recruiting monsters, his gaze now gleamed with a peculiar brightness.

Dai Mubai realized he had been significantly weakened but had no choice but to release the White Tiger Light Wave, a beam of energy surging toward Qin Jian like a tidal wave.

"The captain has no defensive Soul Skills! What now?" Qiu Ruoshui exclaimed.

Even the usually composed Shui Bing'er clenched her small fists nervously.

"No defensive Soul Skills? Then I'll just attack directly..."

Qin Jian murmured to himself. In an instant, he channeled all his Soul Power, enveloping himself in radiant sword energy.

"Man and Sword as One!"

Qin Jian transformed into a colossal purple sword and charged straight into the oncoming wave of energy!

"Captain!"

The girls of the Skywater team cried out in unison.

Flender's pupils contracted. "Man and Sword as One! Sword Douluo's self-created Soul Skill! He's Sword Douluo's personal disciple!"

His eyes lit up even more as a sly grin spread across his face. "The Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, huh? If we can poach him, the academy's funding issues... Heh heh heh..."

In a flash, the sword light clashed violently with the energy wave, sending sparks flying.

Crack!

The sharpness of the sword energy gave it the upper hand, and the sword-shaped Qin Jian sped toward Dai Mubai, crashing into him with immense force.

Boom!

The fierce impact sent Dai Mubai flying, slamming him into a tree and rendering him unable to fight.

As the sword energy dissipated, Qin Jian knelt on one knee.

Exhausted of Soul Power, his aura radiated outward, stirring faint ripples deep within the Star Dou Forest.

"Captain!"

Seven girls rushed over simultaneously, surrounding Qin Jian protectively.

"I'm fine, just drained of Soul Power..."

With Shui Bing'er's help, Qin Jian stood up and looked ahead, meeting Dai Mubai's envious gaze.

Being surrounded by so many beautiful girls was likely one of Dai Mubai's lifelong aspirations...

Flender pulled Dai Mubai to his feet, his expression one of profound embarrassment.

Quickly covering his eyes with one hand, he muttered, "You've lost. The Soul Beast is theirs."

Waving them off, he barked at Dai Mubai, "What are you still staring at? Let's go!"

After Yu Hairou finished the Soul Beast, the group finally breathed a sigh of relief, waiting for her to absorb its Soul Ring.

Rustle!

Unexpectedly, Dai Mubai reappeared.

"You again?"

Shui Bing'er frowned and stepped protectively in front of Qin Jian, the others eyeing Dai Mubai warily.

"Relax, relax..."

Dai Mubai raised his hands, flashing a charming smile. "I just want to talk to him alone."

He pointed at Qin Jian.

"Captain..." Shui Bing'er hesitated.

Qin Jian smiled at her. "It's fine."

He followed Dai Mubai past a few trees, distancing himself from the group.

"What do you want to talk about?" Qin Jian asked.

Dai Mubai's playful demeanor faded slightly. "Our dean said your teacher couldn't come in person, so he asked me to invite you on his behalf. Would you consider joining Shrek Academy?"

"Joining Shrek Academy?"

Qin Jian was momentarily stunned. He hadn't expected Flender to value him so highly.

"Exactly."

Dai Mubai continued, "Shrek Academy may not be as famous as other advanced Soul Master academies, but we only train monsters. It's the perfect place for a genius Soul Master like you."

He looked at Qin Jian expectantly. "What do you think? Give it some thought?"

Qin Jian's expression turned slightly peculiar. "Honestly, do you think I'd leave my current academy?"

Dai Mubai blinked in confusion. "What academy are you in now?"

"Sky... Water... Academy," Qin Jian replied slowly.

Sure enough, he saw Dai Mubai's eyes widen like saucers. "Skywater Academy?!"

Qin Jian nodded, smiling. "Do you think I'd leave now? Especially since I'm the captain of Skywater Academy's battle team."

"You, you..."

Dai Mubai suddenly threw an arm around Qin Jian's shoulders, leaning in close and whispering, "Brother, how did you manage to get into Skywater Academy? That's no easy feat. I once even tried dressing as a—cough, cough!"

Hearing this, Qin Jian's expression grew strange. "So the rumors about someone being beaten and having three legs broken... That was you?"

"Cough, cough!"

Dai Mubai coughed furiously. "That couldn't possibly be me. You must have misheard..."

"Actually, it's not entirely impossible for me to leave Skywater Academy..."

Qin Jian looked at him meaningfully. "But it wouldn't be for the reason you'd hope."

"Why?" Dai Mubai asked, puzzled.

Qin Jian shook his head, saying no more.

Because only one person could make him leave Skywater Academy and go to Shrek Academy...

That person was Zhu Zhuqing.

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