Douluo Continent: The original Yu Xiaogang brutally defeats Tang San at the start.

Life at Shrek Academy passed quietly day by day amidst this intense yet incredibly fulfilling training rhythm.

Since Lin Yuan demonstrated the terrifying, world-destroying power of the "Golden Sacred Dragon Luo Sanpao" to everyone with an absolutely crushing victory in the freshman competition, his status within the academy has reached an unprecedented level of transcendence.

He sat firmly on the throne of "the academy's number one monster," and no one dared to question him in the slightest.

He not only possesses combat power that crushes his peers and even makes the older generation of experts tremble, but what is even more terrifying is his seemingly endless and unfathomable knowledge of martial spirit theory.

Whether it was Flander or Li Yusong, when these academy teachers discussed the difficulties of martial spirit cultivation with him, they were often speechless by his shocking yet logically rigorous and core viewpoints.

Even Zhao Wuji, the "Immovable King" and a level 76 Soul Saint known for his defense and strength, felt a headache coming on when he was having so-called "sparring and guidance" with Lin Yuan.

Faced with Lin Yuan's elusive and slippery "Ghostly Shadow Tracking" movement technique, Zhao Wuji's proud strength and soul skills often failed to even touch the hem of his opponent's clothes, despite his full strength.

Lin Yuan's occasional counterattacks, while not powerful enough to break his "Immovable King Body," were incredibly frustrating and uncomfortable due to their cunning and ruthless angles and precise strikes against the weaknesses in his soul power.

Over time, Lin Yuan became a legend at Shrek Academy.

On that very day, a new student arrived at the academy.

She was a stunningly beautiful girl in black with a curvaceous figure, but she exuded a cold aura that kept strangers at bay.

Her name is Zhu Zhuqing.

She came here alone from the distant Star Luo Empire, enduring countless hardships. Her sole purpose was to escape the cursed fate of her family and the marriage contract that had utterly disappointed her.

Her appearance caused quite a stir among the Shrek teenagers. However, her icy aura made everyone hesitate to approach.

Except for one person—Dai Mubai.

When Dai Mubai saw Zhu Zhuqing, his expression changed from surprise and delight to a complex mix of anger and frustration.

He stepped forward and blocked Zhu Zhuqing's path, frowning as he said in a matter-of-fact tone, "Zhuqing, what are you doing here? Who gave you permission to run this far alone? Come back with me!"

He tried to control Zhu Zhuqing by posing as her fiancé.

Zhu Zhuqing looked at him, her beautiful eyes devoid of any joy, only filled with icy coldness and undisguised disgust.

"Dai Mubai, put away your hypocritical face."

Her voice was like a cold wind, "I came here to become stronger, not to find you. Also, I will not marry a good-for-nothing who only knows how to wallow in women and wallow in self-destruction."

"you!"

The word "trash" was like a needle, piercing Dai Mubai's pride.

His handsome face flushed crimson instantly, and he roared in fury, "Zhu Zhuqing! Don't push your luck! Don't forget, our marriage was arranged by our families! You belong to me in life and in death! Today, you must come with me!"

As he spoke, he actually reached out and tried to forcibly grab Zhu Zhuqing's wrist.

A cold glint flashed in Zhu Zhuqing's eyes, and her martial soul "Netherworld Cat" instantly possessed her. She swayed and narrowly dodged the attack.

"You dare lay a hand on me?"

Dai Mubai was completely enraged. "Fine! I'll show you the real difference between us!"

His Evil Eye White Tiger Martial Soul was also released instantly, and the powerful aura of a level 37 Soul Master crushed towards Zhu Zhuqing, who was only level 27.

Although Zhu Zhuqing was exceptionally talented, the ten-level difference in soul power was an insurmountable chasm.

Under that oppressive force, she felt short of breath and unable to move. As Dai Mubai's tiger claws were about to seize her shoulders, a flicker of resentment and despair flashed in her eyes.

Just then, a calm yet powerful voice suddenly rang out.

"stop."

Accompanied by the sound, a figure appeared between Zhu Zhuqing and Dai Mubai as if by teleportation.

It was Lin Yuan who had just finished his cultivation and was passing by.

"Yu...Yu Xiaogang?"

Upon seeing the newcomer, Dai Mubai's imposing aura instantly diminished by three points. He was quite wary of this man whose strength was unfathomable.

"This is my family matter, please don't interfere!" Dai Mubai said, forcing himself to remain calm.

Lin Yuan ignored him and instead turned to look at Zhu Zhuqing, whose pretty face was cold but whose eyes held a stubbornness and helplessness.

Then, he turned his gaze to Dai Mubai and said calmly, "I don't care whether this is your family matter or not. I only know that Shrek Academy's rules do not allow bullying the weak."

"I……"

Dai Mubai wanted to say something more, but Lin Yuan had already lost patience.

"roll."

There was only one word: clear, cold, and full of contempt.

This word instantly ignited Dai Mubai's pride.

He roared, blinded by rage, and unleashed his soul skill: "White Tiger Blazing Light Wave!"

A blazing white beam of light hurtled toward Lin Yuan.

Lin Yuan's eyes turned cold.

He didn't even release his martial spirit; he simply raised his right hand and, with lightning speed, grabbed Dai Mubai's wrist just as the white light was about to strike him.

"Click!"

A soft sound.

Dai Mubai felt an irresistible and terrifying force coming towards him, and his proud soul power was instantly shattered.

His wrist was dislocated by Lin Yuan's seemingly casual pinching.

"what!"

Dai Mubai let out a cry of pain, and all his soul skills and aura vanished in an instant.

Lin Yuan casually tossed him away, sending him flying seven or eight meters before he landed awkwardly on the ground.

The entire process was incredibly fast.

Zhu Zhuqing stood behind Lin Yuan and saw everything clearly.

She looked at the man's back, which wasn't particularly tall, but was incredibly reliable.

Watching him effortlessly subdue Dai Mubai, who had filled her with despair, her calm demeanor and absolute strength caused her long-frozen heart to beat uncontrollably.

Something called "security" quietly began to grow.

[Ding! Detected key female lead target "Zhu Zhuqing"!]

[Target Information: A nobleman of the Star Luo Empire, possessing the Martial Soul Netherworld Cat, and engaged to Dai Mubai.]

[System Recommendation: Subdue this target! Replacing Dai Mubai in their heart will deal a huge blow to Dai Mubai and the original plot! Successful subjugation is expected to grant +8000 points for tormenting Tang San!]

The system notification sounded in Lin Yuan's mind.

He turned around and looked at the girl in black who was looking at him with a complex gaze, filled with gratitude and curiosity, and a gentle smile appeared on his face.

Are you alright?

Zhu Zhuqing felt a little uncomfortable under his gaze, subconsciously avoiding his eyes, shaking her head, and saying in a cool voice, "Thank you."

[Ding! Zhu Zhuqing's favorability has increased from 0% to 15%!]

Lin Yuan looked at the changes in the favorability panel, and the smile on his lips deepened.

A new prey has appeared.