Douluo Continent: Now that everyone's been reborn, who's still going to be a simp?

"Sister Na!"

Seeing that the three of them looked tired, Li Kai asked curiously:

"Boss, what kind of special training did you guys go through today? It must be exhausting!"

"Yes. It's not just physical exhaustion, but also psychological trauma."

"What happened?"

"Teacher Lin assigned each of us a Soul King-level opponent to challenge, and we all lost."

Upon hearing this, the four of them looked surprised.

In their battles against opponents of equal caliber, the three heroes of the Spirit Hall have never experienced defeat.

But this time, their opponents were different, and as a result, they all suffered defeat.

Sun Chuantao asked in confusion:

"Isn't this a challenge across levels? But the difference in strength is too great. After all, you've only broken through level 40. A difference of a whole ten levels of soul power is just too difficult."

Hu Liena took over the conversation.

"Not only that, but our opponents are all formidable, possessing the best Soul Ring configuration of two yellow, two purple, and one black. Moreover, their abilities seem to be precisely what counter us. I suspect this was deliberately arranged by Teacher Lin."

Yan continued:

"There's nothing wrong with experiencing failure. It allows us to learn from our mistakes, recognize our shortcomings, and become stronger."

"Brother Yan is right."

The evil moon should respond to the Dao.

He believed that it wouldn't be long before he could defeat that Diamond Mammoth Soul Master.

"Alright, you should also hurry up and cultivate, and try to break through as soon as possible."

"clear."

After the four people left, Yan and his two companions continued walking towards their dormitory.

Xie Yue looked at Yan and suddenly asked:

"Yan, we may face the same opponent again tomorrow. Are you really not going to use your flaming wings?"

Yan gently shook his head.

"I'll use it for now. I want to see where my limits are without the aid of an external soul bone."

"Yan, you've really changed. You're no longer the arrogant boy you used to be."

Yan smiled calmly and did not reply.

Hu Liena glanced at Yan secretly and sensed his determination and confidence.

Suddenly, a complex mix of emotions welled up inside me.

"Yes, Yan has really changed. It seems I need to work even harder too."

After returning to his residence, Yan did not lie down to rest.

He practiced for a while, adjusting his state to its best.

Then, he took out the book "Record of Rare Flowers and Herbs" and carefully read through it.

While cultivation is important, learning about flowers and plants is equally important.

Because he didn't have much time left, he had to go to the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well before Tang San, otherwise he wouldn't have a chance to get the right immortal herb.

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The next day, the three were taken to the same place for combat training.

Their opponents were the same three Soul Kings from yesterday, but the order of the challenges had been changed.

Xie Yue faced the Wind Sword Soul Master, Yan faced the Spirit Monkey Soul Master, and Hu Liena faced the Diamond Mammoth Soul Master.

Lin Zhendong's sudden adjustment of their opponents caught them off guard.

Despite knowing their opponent's attack methods, they were all defeated this time.

Just as Lin Zhendong said yesterday, defeating an opponent who is ten levels higher than oneself is not something that can be accomplished in a day or two.

In this contest, Yan still did not use his external soul bone.

The cross-level training is still ongoing.

Time flies.

After five months of intensive training, both Xie Yue and Hu Liena successfully broke through to level 43.

By the sixth month, Yan had broken through to level 44.

In the past six months, Lin Zhendong has changed their opponents several times, all of whom are Soul King level.

They sometimes fail, and sometimes they win.

After training that day, Lin Zhendong escorted the three back to the academy, saying as he left:

"Today, all three of you defeated your respective opponents, and this phase of special training has come to an end. You all performed very well during this period. Although you experienced many failures, you did not get discouraged. I am proud of you."

"Is this the end?"

"Okay, that's all. I'll let you know if there's any new training content."

The incident happened so suddenly that all three of them could hardly believe it.

After six months of intensive training, they have all grown a lot, not only in terms of their soul power, but also in their combat skills, which have become more diverse and their willpower more resilient. They are now able to deal with Soul King level opponents with ease.

Yan was about to leave when Lin Zhendong suddenly called him back.

"Yan, come with me for a moment."

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 23: Challenging a Water-Attribute Soul Master

During the six-month-long intensive training program that spanned multiple levels, Yan, Xie Yue, and Hu Liena all demonstrated remarkable strength.

The three of them faced countless challenges during this special training, but they persevered each time, and regardless of victory or defeat, they grew from each experience.

However, unlike the brother and sister, Yan did not reveal his full strength, because he never used his fiery wings.

However, even without using that external soul bone, Yan still managed to defeat several opponents who were at the Soul King level, thanks to his superb control over the fire and earth elements.

During the past six months, Lin Zhendong, as the mentor, spent every day with Yan and others.

He deeply sensed the tremendous changes in Yan.

Yan's personality became increasingly calm and composed. No matter what challenges he faced, he was able to maintain a calm mind, remain humble and composed, and calmly formulate strategies to launch attacks and counterattacks.

Lin Zhendong felt deeply gratified to see Yan's growth and progress.

He genuinely admired Yan's talent and hard work, so after the special training ended, he specifically stopped him to have a more in-depth conversation with him.

Yan followed behind Lin Zhendong, and the two talked as they walked.

Lin Zhendong began by saying:

"Over the past six months, all three of you have performed well and your skills have improved significantly, especially yours."

"Teacher Lin, we have to thank you for developing a cross-level training plan for us and for arranging various types of opponents to help us improve."

Yan responded modestly.

Lin Zhendong chuckled.

"Alright, stop being modest. You've really changed, and I'm so glad you're putting all your energy into cultivation."

Yan smiled awkwardly, knowing what Lin Zhendong was referring to.

Previously, everyone in the Spirit Hall Academy knew that Yan had a crush on Hu Liena.

Hu Liena was regarded by Bibi Dong as her future successor, and she was proud and arrogant, so she naturally disdained to pay attention to Yan.

However, in the past six months, Yan has completely changed his image, no longer caring about Hu Liena, and focusing all his energy on training.

"Teacher Lin, I was ignorant before, please forgive me. I will continue to work hard to improve my strength in the future."

"That's right. You possess a top-tier ancient beast martial soul and both fire and earth attributes, making you the most talented young person among the Spirit Hall's Golden Generation. As long as you cultivate diligently, your future achievements will be immeasurable."

"Yes, Teacher Lin, I will keep your teachings in mind."

Lin Zhendong nodded in satisfaction and suddenly slowed his pace.

"I heard you obtained an external soul bone?"

Yan was stunned for a moment, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes.

"Teacher Lin, so you already knew."

"That's right, I found out the day after you returned to the academy. I didn't expect that you would never use it during the six months of special training. I heard it's a pair of wings?"

"Yes. I'll call it Flaming Wings."

Yan guessed in his heart that Bibi Dong must have told Lin Zhendong, but that was no longer important.