Shrek Academy, Spirit Ice Plaza!
Wu Zhangkong and Shen Yi stood side by side, with the members of Class Zero Team and the Genius Team standing before them respectively.
The plaza was filled with a sense of relaxation after the exams, yet mixed with a trace of tension waiting for the results.
Xie Xie looked around and couldn't help but ask: "Teacher Wu, have the other classmates in the class... not returned yet?"
"Mm."
Wu Zhangkong nodded slightly, his cold voice ringing out, "Currently, the only ones who have completed the final exam are your two teams."
At this moment, Fang Yang spoke lightly: "Teacher Wu, what are our final exam results this time?"
"Class Zero Team, full marks. Genius Team, nine points."
Wu Zhangkong announced calmly, "At the same time, congratulations to the Class Zero Team. Based on this outstanding performance, you have obtained the qualification to participate in the next Shrek Seven Devils selection."
"What? Qualification for the Shrek Seven Devils selection?"
Once these words were spoken, Xie Xie cried out in shock.
Luo Guixing, Xu Yucheng, and other members of the Genius Team also showed shocked expressions, their faces filled with disbelief.
"Teacher Wu, is this true?" Xie Xie's eyes instantly lit up, his voice carrying uncontrollable excitement.
"Naturally it is true."
There was a trace of regret in Wu Zhangkong's tone, "However, Fang Yang and Gu Yue are members of Spirit Pagoda, while Zhang Yangzi and Wang Jinxi are members of Battle God Hall."
"They cannot participate in the Shrek Seven Devils competition."
He paused, his gaze sweeping over the seven young faces before him, voice deep: "If not for this, based on the strength, potential, and mutual understanding you seven displayed in this exam."
"The candidates for the next Shrek Seven Devils, without a doubt."
His gaze lingered on Fang Yang and Gu Yue for a moment, carrying some complex meaning.
Fang Yang's expression was calm as water, seeming to have expected this result long ago, only nodding slightly to indicate understanding.
Gu Yue stood beside him, her stunningly beautiful face equally calm, as if the matter discussed had nothing to do with her.
Zhang Yangzi and Wang Jinxi looked at each other, then shrugged, looking indifferent.
"Alright, your final exams are over, the holiday officially begins, you are free to arrange your own time." Wu Zhangkong announced.
"Oh yeah! Awesome!"
Xie Xie, Tang Wulin, and others couldn't help but cheer, the atmosphere instantly becoming relaxed and lively.
In contrast, Luo Guixing and the others appeared somewhat downcast, still digesting the information about the Shrek Seven Devils selection.
Just as Wu Siduo and Ye Xinglan subconsciously wanted to walk towards Fang Yang's side.
Wu Zhangkong spoke again: "Fang Yang, Gu Yue, Xu Xiaoyan, you three stay behind for a moment."
"Okay."
The three nodded in agreement simultaneously.
Tang Wulin, Xie Xie, and others, although curious in their hearts, knowingly did not ask further, talking and laughing as they left one after another.
Luo Guixing and the others also turned and left with complex moods.
In the blink of an eye, on the huge Spirit Ice Plaza, only Wu Zhangkong, Shen Yi, and the remaining Fang Yang, Gu Yue, and Xu Xiaoyan were left.
The surroundings immediately quieted down, only the subtle sound of the breeze brushing across the plaza.
Fang Yang looked at Wu Zhangkong and took the initiative to break the silence: "Teacher Wu, if you have something to say, just say it directly."
"Sigh..."
Wu Zhangkong sighed lightly, "Actually, if not for your identity issues, you seven were originally the best combination for the next Shrek Seven Devils..."
"Teacher Wu, I understand." Fang Yang's tone remained calm, with no fluctuation able to be detected.
Wu Zhangkong nodded, his line of sight turning to Xu Xiaoyan beside him: "Xu Xiaoyan, what about you?"
"Are you considering participating in the Shrek Seven Devils selection?"
He knew Xu Xiaoyan was closely related to Fang Yang, hence this question.
"Fang Yang, I..."
Xu Xiaoyan heard this, subconsciously looked at Fang Yang, a question in her eyes.
Fang Yang smiled gently, his gaze carrying encouragement: "It's okay, just follow your own heart, no need to worry about me."
"No matter what choice you make, we support you."
Xu Xiaoyan looked at Fang Yang, then looked at Wu Zhangkong.
After thinking slightly, she answered with a firm tone: "Teacher Wu, thank you for your kindness. However... I still won't participate."
"Alright, I respect your decision."
Wu Zhangkong seemed not surprised by this answer, a trace of understanding flashing in his eyes.
"Then Teacher Wu, Teacher Shen, if there are no other matters, we will take our leave first." Fang Yang bowed slightly.
"Mm, go." Wu Zhangkong nodded slightly.
Fang Yang naturally took Gu Yue and Xu Xiaoyan's hands, the three turned and left.
"Senior Brother..." Shen Yi spoke softly.
Wu Zhangkong watched the direction they left, a trace of determination flashing in his ink-green eyes: "I will go seek Teacher immediately, request His Elderliness to convene a Sea God Pavilion meeting to discuss this matter!"
"What? Convene a Sea God Pavilion meeting?"
Shen Yi heard this, surprise immediately appearing on her face, she knew the importance of the Sea God Pavilion meeting well.
The Sea God Pavilion meeting was no small matter, usually only convened for major matters deciding the life or death of the academy or affecting the continent's structure.
Now to convene a meeting for these few students, it was truly an unprecedented matter.
"I cannot hesitate anymore, I will go to Sea God Island immediately." Wu Zhangkong's tone was firm, unquestionable.
After speaking, his figure turned, heading towards the direction of Sea God Island.
Shen Yi watched his departing back, sighed lightly, then quickly followed.
Just like that, Wu Zhangkong and Shen Yi went to Sea God Island to find Zhuo Shi.
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Shrek Academy, Outer Court.
Fang Yang sat cross-legged on the bed, closing his eyes and concentrating. Moonlight spilled through the window onto him, reflecting a layer of faint silver glow.
With a slight spatial fluctuation, a silver space gate quietly opened.
Gu Yue's figure slowly walked out from within, her black hair appearing even colder under the moonlight.
Fang Yang slowly opened his eyes and asked: "Gu Yue, what's wrong? Is there something important?"
"Di Tian sent a message, he is about to breakthrough to God Level." Gu Yue's voice was calm, but carried a trace of solemnity.
"God Level... Bloodline becoming God!"
Fang Yang murmured, a trace of thought flashing in his eyes, "What bloodline did Di Tian awaken?"
"Light Dark Dragon King." Gu Yue answered, voice crisp.
"That's not bad."
Fang Yang nodded slightly, "What about the other fierce beasts? Has their strength improved?"
"Bloodline power has all progressed, strength surged greatly."
Gu Yue walked to the window, looking at the moonlight outside, "The Great Star Dou Forest's luck is condensing, perhaps it won't be long before we, the soul beast clan, can rise!"
Fang Yang stood up, walking to Gu Yue's side: "Breaking through to God Level is no small matter, when the time comes we will need to confront the Plane Lord Tang Hao."
"His strength is unknown, we need to make full preparations."
"Mm." Gu Yue nodded slightly.
The two stood quietly by the window, looking at the moonlight outside.
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