Shrek Academy, Sea God Island.
A gentle breeze rustled through the leaves and branches of the Golden Ancient Tree. Dappled light danced gracefully on the grass.
The air was filled with the faint scent of the sea, interwoven with the vibrant life force emanating from the Golden Ancient Tree, creating a tranquil and peaceful atmosphere.
A faint ripple appeared in space as a silver spatial rift slowly opened.
Holding Gu Yuena's hand, Fang Yang stepped out of it unhurriedly.
Their robes fluttered gently in the breeze, and the sunlight cast a golden edge upon them.
"Fang Yang, Gu Yue, are you two alright?" Ya Li hurried forward, her beautiful eyes filled with genuine concern.
Everyone present turned their gaze towards them.
"We're fine."
Fang Yang replied nonchalantly, his tone as calm as still water, yet possessing a power that was inherently reassuring.
Gu Yuena gave a slight nod, her silver hair shimmering with a soft luster under the sun: "Everything went smoothly."
"The Demon Plane has been completely dealt with," Fang Yang continued.
His voice wasn't loud, but it reached everyone's ears with perfect clarity.
Hearing this, everyone couldn't help but gasp.
Although they had expected it, hearing the news firsthand was still deeply shocking.
The destruction of an entire plane was described so casually by Fang Yang.
This only served to highlight his current, unfathomable strength.
Yun Ming revealed a gratified smile and stepped forward to pat Fang Yang on the shoulder. "Good kid, as expected of you."
His eyes were full of praise. The former Pavilion Master of the Sea God Pavilion was thoroughly satisfied with Fang Yang's performance.
"You flatter me, Pavilion Master."
Fang Yang gave a slight nod, his attitude as humble as ever, not a hint of arrogance despite his immense increase in power.
"Fang Yang..."
The members of the Shrek Seven Monsters surrounded him.
Luo Guanxing, Wu Siduo, Xu Yucheng, Yuanen Yehui, Le Zhengyu, Ye Xinglan, Yang Nianxia—each face was filled with sincere admiration.
"Thank you."
Yuanen Yehui said solemnly, a glimmer of hope shining in her eyes.
"It's nothing."
Fang Yang smiled gently, "You can now cultivate your Fallen Angel Martial Soul without worry."
"Mm."
Yuanen Yehui nodded lightly, a hint of relief flashing in her eyes.
Fang Yang pondered for a moment, then suddenly asked, "Do you still want to keep the Titan Giant Ape Martial Soul?"
Yuanen Yehui was taken aback. Her delicate brows furrowed as she fell into deep thought.
After a moment, she shook her head. "No, I don't think so."
"Alright, I understand."
A cluster of profound black flames had already risen in Fang Yang's hand.
The flames seemed to have a life of their own, pulsing with an aura that made one's heart palpitate.
The black flames transformed into a stream of light and gently submerged into Yuanen Yehui's body.
"Ugh..."
Yuanen Yehui let out a muffled groan, fine beads of sweat seeping from her forehead.
She could feel the Titan Giant Ape Martial Soul within her being rapidly refined, its origin power flowing like a trickling stream into her Fallen Angel Martial Soul.
Though the process was painful, it was within her tolerable limits.
When the last trace of the Titan Giant Ape's power was completely absorbed, Fang Yang took out a jade bottle: "Take this."
Yuanen Yehui took the bottle and, without hesitation, swallowed a pill that emitted a clear fragrance.
Instantly, a cool energy flowed through her limbs, soothing the pain from moments before.
"I have completely refined your Titan Giant Ape Martial Soul and merged it into the Fallen Angel," Fang Yang explained. "However, to ensure there are no future issues..."
He raised his hand again, and black flames surged forth, enveloping Yuanen Yehui's entire body.
This time, the flames were no longer violent. Instead, they washed over her Fallen Angel Martial Soul like a gentle stream.
"This is..."
Yuanen Yehui marveled at the changes within her.
The Fallen Angel Martial Soul, once filled with a tyrannical aura, had now become pure and profound.
Only the most fundamental origin of darkness power remained, powerful yet no longer unsettling.
"I have completely purified the fallen attribute, leaving only the purest origin of Darkness," Fang Yang said, retracting the flames with a smile. "Now, your martial soul should be called the Dark Angel."
"Thank you, Fang Yang."
Feeling the unprecedentedly pure power within her, Yuanen Yehui couldn't help but step forward and hug Fang Yang, giving him a light kiss on the cheek.
This sudden action stunned everyone present.
Gu Yuena raised an eyebrow but said nothing, a faint, almost imperceptible smile playing on her lips.
Only then did Yuanen Yehui realize what she had done. Her face instantly flushed crimson with embarrassment.
She hastily took two steps back, lowering her head, not daring to look at anyone.
Fang Yang was also slightly taken aback, but then he chuckled and shook his head: "I'm glad I could help."
Just then, Wu Siduo and Ye Xinglan exchanged a glance, reaching a silent understanding.
They also stepped forward and each gave Fang Yang a light kiss on the cheek.
This scene left Luo Guanxing, Xu Yucheng, and Yang Nianxia looking at each other with complicated expressions.
Le Zhengyu, on the other hand, simply shrugged indifferently. Not only was he the heir of the Angel family, but he was also a notorious playboy, so he was long used to such scenes.
"Ahem."
Fang Yang coughed lightly, trying to defuse the slightly awkward atmosphere.
"Hey, Fang Yang, you kid..."
Yun Ming started to say something, but Ya Li tugged on his sleeve, signaling him not to meddle in the young people's affairs.
"Gu Yue..."
Fang Yang looked at Gu Yuena, a hint of apology in his eyes.
Gu Yuena's expression was calm. She just gently held Fang Yang's hand, showing her stance with her actions.
She knew of Fang Yang's excellence and understood the feelings of these girls. As the main wife, she possessed her own grace and composure.
Just then, Yuanen Yehui gathered her courage and said, "Fang Yang, can I go back with you?"
"Ah?"
Fang Yang was slightly taken aback.
Wu Siduo and Ye Xinglan also revealed looks of anticipation.
"Alright."
Seeing this, Fang Yang nodded.
He casually tore open a spatial rift, preparing to take them with him as he left.
Just then, a figure in red slowly appeared.
Leng Yaozhu arrived, walking on the air, and landed before the crowd. Clad in red, she was as graceful and charming as a blooming red rose.
"Teacher, what are you doing here?" Gu Yuena asked.
"I..."
A hint of embarrassment appeared on Leng Yaozhu's face. She couldn't very well say she was here to snatch Fang Yang.
She coughed lightly to mask her unease: "I heard you all were back, so I came to see."
"Teacher."
Fang Yang greeted her respectfully.
Leng Yaozhu waved her hand: "Fang Yang, you don't need to call me Teacher. Taking you as my disciple back then was just an investment."
"Okay."
Fang Yang nodded, his expression unchanged.
"Um, can I leave with you all?"
Leng Yaozhu suddenly spoke, her voice tinged with a hint of anticipation.
"Ah?"
Before Fang Yang could be surprised, Ya Li was the first to be astonished. She really hadn't expected Leng Yaozhu to be a cougar.
Fang Yang immediately understood Leng Yaozhu's intentions.
Yuanen Yehui, Wu Siduo, and Ye Xinglan understood as well.
Even Gu Yuena, seeing this, had a flicker of surprise in her eyes, but it quickly returned to normal.
"Alright."
Fang Yang nodded.
Afterward, Leng Yaozhu and the others all walked towards the spatial rift.
Gu Yuena said nothing, but she gave Fang Yang a light pinch on the waist.
"Well, it seems someone is having a little too good a time now," Gu Yuena said with a half-smile.
Fang Yang quickly steadied himself: "Gu Yue..."
"Hmph."
Gu Yuena snorted lightly but didn't say anything more.
P.S. The emotional arcs for the other female leads will be skipped here.
------------------------------------------------------
40+ Chapters Ahead: patreon.com/EphemeralShadow
There's something for free patrons too! Free Patrons receive 1 chapter in advance :)