Wu Changkong's gaze narrowed slightly, a silent shock in his heart.
He truly hadn't expected Fang Yang and Gu Yue's mental force to be so terrifying, and Tang Wulin and Xie Xie's performance was also quite impressive.
Although Xie Xie appeared to be the weakest of the four on the surface, Wu Changkong knew in his heart that even the "weakest" Xie Xie was an outstanding talent among his peers.
Xie Xie: "For my peanut!"
Wu Changkong collected his thoughts, his gaze turning to Fang Yang, and he asked in a deep voice, "Fang Yang, after you fused with your Soul Spirit, what is your current spirit power Rank?"
Fang Yang's voice was calm: "Teacher Wu, my spirit power has already reached Rank 35."
In reality, after devouring the Ten Thousand Beast Spirit Fire, with the powerful energy of the exotic fire, Fang Yang could have pushed for Rank 40.
But he chose to condense the terrifying power of the Ten Thousand Beast Spirit Fire into a Spirit Bone.
"Ten Thousand Beast Spirit Fire Right Arm Bone": This Spirit Bone, born from the Ten Thousand Beast Spirit Fire, after fusing with the Golden Dragon King Bloodline in his body, comes with the skill "Ten Thousand Beast Gold Claw".
When used, phantoms of ten thousand beasts will appear on the Gold Dragon Claw, with astonishing power.
"What? Rank 35 spirit power?!"
Tang Wulin and Xie Xie, standing nearby, immediately widened their eyes upon hearing this, their faces filled with disbelief.
Then, the two of them exchanged glances, both seeing shock and confusion in each other's eyes.
Wu Changkong nodded slightly, then turned his gaze to Gu Yue: "Gu Yue, what about your spirit power Rank?"
Gu Yue smiled faintly and said softly: "Rank 33 spirit power."
Xie Xie then suddenly understood, muttering softly: "No wonder Fang Yang and Gu Yue hit it off, turns out they're both monster-level existences."
As he spoke, he secretly glanced at Tang Wulin, secretly thinking to himself: "Good thing Wu Lin is about the same level as me."
Wu Changkong looked at Tang Wulin and Xie Xie, his tone cold as he said: "You two, strive to Break through Rank 20 before the promotion competition."
"Yes!"
Tang Wulin and Xie Xie quickly said.
"The test is now over, go back to class." Wu Changkong gave the command concisely.
When Fang Yang and the other three returned to the training ground with Wu Changkong, they saw that the other students of Fifth Class were still undergoing physical training.
Although everyone was drenched in sweat, not a single person was slacking off. Those who couldn't endure any longer would rest briefly, then immediately re-engage in training.
This spirit of self-awareness and self-discipline made a hint of approval flash in Wu Changkong's eyes.
"Everyone, gather!" Wu Changkong's cold voice echoed across the training ground.
Instantly, all the students of Fifth Class were invigorated, and they quickly lined up.
Although each of them was drenched in sweat and panting like an ox, their eyes gleamed with determination, and their backs were ramrod straight.
"Your performance…"
Wu Changkong's gaze slowly swept over each person.
He paused for a rare moment, "makes me very satisfied."
These words were like a spring breeze, easing the tense nerves of all Fifth Class students.
One must know, receiving praise from this "Cold and Arrogant God" was extremely rare at Eastsea Academy.
"Starting tomorrow, the training schedule will be adjusted."
Wu Changkong's voice was still cold, but carried an undeniable authority, "Morning physical training, afternoon theoretical courses. Dismissed now, everyone!"
This news filled the Fifth Class students with joy; they could finally be freed from the all-day physical training.
This was undoubtedly great news for their tired bodies.
After giving his instructions, Wu Changkong turned to leave.
At this moment, Fang Yang quickly stepped forward and asked: "Teacher Wu, what about the four of us?"
He was referring to himself, Gu Yue, Tang Wulin, and Xie Xie, their promotion competition team.
"Since everyone is dismissed, you can also go rest."
Wu Changkong said without looking back, and as his voice fell, his slender figure had already disappeared at the end of the training ground.
Fang Yang and the other three looked at each other, then simultaneously revealed smiles of relief.
This unexpected rest time was equally precious to them, as under Wu Changkong's strict training, every moment of rest was hard-earned.
"Then what about us next…"
Tang Wulin scratched his head, his words cut off by Xie Xie before he could finish.
"Of course, we're going back to the dorm to get some good rest; these past few days of training have almost killed me." Xie Xie stretched with a big yawn.
Fang Yang's gaze turned to Gu Yue, who stood quietly to the side.
He said softly: "Tang Wulin, Xie Xie, you two go back first."
Then he walked to Gu Yue's side and asked gently: "Gu Yue, shall we go for a walk?"
"Okay."
Gu Yue nodded slightly, a faint curve appearing at the corner of her lips, and a hint of imperceptible joy flashed in her eyes.
What no one expected was that Fang Yang naturally took Gu Yue's slender jade hand.
The touch was cool like jade, yet carried the unique softness of a young girl.
Gu Yue's fair cheeks instantly flushed, but she didn't struggle, allowing Fang Yang to hold her hand.
This sudden intimate gesture left Tang Wulin and Xie Xie dumbfounded.
The two looked at each other, as if a door to a new World had opened.
"So it can be like this?" Xie Xie murmured to himself.
Tang Wulin, meanwhile, looked thoughtfully at their receding figures, a flash of understanding in his eyes.
He patted Xie Xie's shoulder: "Let's go, don't disturb them."
Strolling along the paths of Eastsea Academy, Gu Yue lightly chided: "You bad guy."
Fang Yang, with a thick skin, chuckled: "Gu Yue, didn't you say before that we could hold hands?"
He intentionally tightened his grip, feeling the warmth from her palm.
Gu Yue turned her face away, feigning annoyance with pursed lips, but unconsciously leaned closer to Fang Yang.
The two walked hand in hand, tacitly heading towards the small lake of Eastsea Academy.
A gentle breeze brushed past, Gu Yue's hair fluttering in the wind; a few strands brushed Fang Yang's cheek, carrying a faint, delicate fragrance.
Fang Yang couldn't help but take a deep breath. He looked sideways and saw the sunlight filtering through her hair, casting fragmented shadows on Gu Yue's exquisite profile, so beautiful it made one hold their breath.
On a flat boulder by the lake, Fang Yang and Gu Yue sat side by side.
The lake surface was clear to the bottom, and in the shimmering light, fish occasionally leaped out of the water, splashing tiny droplets.
The two quietly admired the beautiful scenery before them, neither wishing to break this rare tranquility.
At this moment, Gu Yue spoke softly: "Fang Yang, do you have a special Bloodline within you?"
At this point, she lowered her head slightly, her eyelashes trembling gently: "And… I don't know why, but you always give me a strange sense of closeness."
A blush quietly crept onto her fair cheeks, making her appear exceptionally captivating.
Looking at Gu Yue's shy expression, Fang Yang smiled slightly.
He knew well that all of this was due to the natural resonance between the Golden Dragon King Bloodline and the Silver Dragon King Bloodline.
The Golden and Silver Dragons were, by nature, of the same origin.
"It's simple, just a hug, and you'll know, won't you?"
A smile appeared at the corner of Fang Yang's mouth, and he slowly stood up.
As he spoke, he gently took Gu Yue's slender wrist, pulled her up, and then opened his arms, gently embracing Gu Yue.
The moment they embraced, the Dragon Clan Bloodlines within both of them simultaneously produced a miraculous resonance, and a warm current flowed between their hearts.
Gu Yue felt her heart rate suddenly accelerate, yet she was reluctant to break free from this warm embrace.
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