Douluo Continent: All the identities I've played have become gods.

Chapter 90: The First Phase of Special Training Ends

"I'm exhausted."

Inside the restaurant's kitchen, Ma Hongjun lay sprawled on a pile of firewood, completely unconcerned about his image, constantly complaining.

Dai Mubai, who was cooking, quickly called out, "Fatty, stop slacking off. Hurry up and add more fuel to the fire."

"I need some more fuel too," Oscar chimed in.

After being urged repeatedly, Ma Hongjun could only get up, muttering under his breath.

"What's the rush? With so many people cooking, how can I possibly manage with just one person tending the fire? It's already a miracle that I've managed to work a full day without going on strike."

Upon hearing this, Oscar immediately saw through Ma Hongjun's little scheme and laughed:

"It's all because you were greedy. In order to get a bigger share of the money, you told Brother Ming that you were the only one who needed to tend the fire."

"You don't just have to focus on the fire, you also have to do other things. Do you really think you can be in two places at once?"

"You're so tired now, it's entirely your own fault."

"Yeah, Fatty. As a man, you have to keep your promises. Don't let Sister Xiaowu look down on you."

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Listening to everyone's teasing, Ma Hongjun couldn't help but sigh, "When will this ever end?"

However, soon after, Poison Undying, who had walked from inside the restaurant to the kitchen, brought him great news.

"Most of the guests have left, so everyone can take a short rest."

Then we can prepare the dinner according to the agreed plan.

"Poison won't kill," he said to the busy crowd.

"Yay! It's finally over!" Cheers first rang out from Ma Hongjun.

The other people's thoughts were basically the same as Ma Hongjun's: it's finally over!

After a full day of non-stop labor here, their soul power was even restricted.

The hardships involved are self-evident, but fortunately everyone persevered in the end.

"Alright, the closer we get to the crucial moment, the less we can afford to let our guard down. Everyone, stay focused and don't let all our efforts go to waste."

Before heading out to continue his work, Du Bu Si gave everyone a few more instructions.

To avoid a situation where joy turns to sorrow, which would be truly embarrassing.

Just as Poison Never Dies said, as long as tonight's banquet and stage competition are successfully completed.

So, the first phase of the special training has come to a perfect end.

Among the crowd, Tang San took the initiative to stand up and consider the overall situation: "Alright, everyone."

Don't put too much pressure on yourself. After all, we've practiced so many times. Just take it easy. Tonight will definitely be a perfect ending.

Time passed by, minute by minute.

The guests who had been entertained by the public finally all left Shrek Academy.

Like Long Gong Meng Shu, who, along with She Po Chao Tian Xiang, left this place at dusk with their granddaughter Meng Yi Ran.

They were among the last guests to leave.

After all, it was the college's banquet that evening, and as an outsider, I certainly didn't have the nerve to stay.

Although I didn't get to meet Su Ming, I unexpectedly discovered a restaurant operation model that I could learn from, so the trip wasn't a complete waste.

"Old woman, let's go."

After watching the Dragon Lord and his party leave completely, Flander breathed a sigh of relief.

I served as a guide for this family for almost a whole day without getting paid. It was pure hard labor.

"Time to go back for a big meal. I'm curious to see what kind of surprise the little monsters have in store."

And so, Flander immediately activated his Martial Soul and dashed back to the restaurant.

Tang San and Du Busi went to great lengths for this lavish banquet, delivering a truly extraordinary performance.

"This dish is pretty good, it smells delicious."

"I think the dishes tonight are all fantastic; they're all things I've never had before."

"eat."

The teachers toasted each other and ate with great relish.

Zhao Wuji, on the other hand, buried himself in his food and barely spoke.

This is enough to show how delicious the dinner was.

"Great, they're all starting without waiting for me," Flander said.

"Dean Flander, over here." Su Ming waved to Flander, indicating that he had saved a seat for him.

"You're still the one with a conscience, kid. It wasn't for nothing that I kept you out of trouble all day."

Without any hesitation, Flanders sat down immediately and began to eat heartily.

"Mistress, the stage competition can begin. Remember to tone it down, don't go too far."

Seeing that everyone had arrived, Su Ming and Tang San, who was hiding in the shadows, exchanged a glance and announced that they could proceed to the next step.

Tang San gave Su Ming an OK sign, then said to the others, "Alright everyone. It's our turn."

"no problem!"

"Let's go then!"

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And so, the first phase of the special training came to a successful close after everyone finished their stage performances.

"As a member of the academy's board of directors, I hereby declare the first phase of the special training a complete success," Su Ming announced, wiping his mouth with a handkerchief.

"Success!"

"Very good!"

"yeah!"

Everyone slept very soundly that night.

The next morning, everyone finished breakfast early and gathered on the playground.

Since Su Ming and Yu Xiaogang hadn't arrived yet, the students gathered in small groups to chat about how to relax during their break.

"I thought there would be a break between the two phases of special training so I could rest. Looks like our shopping plans will have to be postponed," Ning Rongrong said to Xiao Wu.

Xiao Wu nodded. "That's all we can do. But thankfully, the improvement from the special training is real."

Hearing the two women's conversation, Dai Mubai couldn't help but say, "It's been so long, haven't you two gotten used to your current routine?"

These words naturally earned them eye rolls from the two girls.

"Fatty, what are you planning to do with this money?"

Oscar winked at Ma Hongjun.

The money he was referring to was naturally the amount of fighting spirit he had earned over a month and the money he had received yesterday.

Then Ma Hongjun said mysteriously:

"fool!"

"If you spend this money now, you'll regret it to death later."

"Hongjun, what's the meaning of this statement?" Tang San couldn't help but be curious upon hearing this.

The others stopped talking and focused their attention on Ma Hongjun.

I'd like to see what unique insights Ma Hongjun, a foodie, has to offer on this matter.

Ma Hongjun said smugly, "It seems you guys don't think as far ahead as I do."

I believe that the different stages of special training that Brother Ming is involved in are definitely interconnected.

Since Brother Ming has given us free rein to use the money we earned in the first phase, maybe he's just setting a trap.

After all, think about what kind of personality Ming-ge used to have. If he spends money now, then things will get interesting.

Just as Ma Hongjun was feeling smug about his visionary idea, he suddenly realized that there was complete silence around him.

Seemingly realizing something, Ma Hongjun turned around abruptly in surprise.

Ming was standing right behind him.

The heart that was still alive before is now completely dead.

"Ming-ge, you're here so early! We were just praising how well your special training program was run."

"Am I right, everyone?" Ma Hongjun felt a cold sweat pouring down his back.

They're trying to drag others down with them, like burying their heads in the sand, in order to share the burden of the attack.

"Sigh." Poison didn't kill Ma Hongjun with a regretful look.

At this moment, Su Ming spoke up, saying, "Actually, I arrived as soon as you mentioned that idea."

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"I can only say that Hongjun, you're thinking too superficially. How could I possibly be that kind of person?"

Besides, what good is the little bit you earn anyway?

After a pause, Su Ming continued, "The money you earn is definitely at your own disposal."

Let's throw away all those wild thoughts and let our special training continue happily.

"Understood, Brother Ming." Ma Hongjun stood up straight and answered Su Ming loudly.

"Teacher Yu, we've gone out to purchase the supplies and equipment needed for the special training phase."

Therefore, I will be fully supervising the second phase of this special training. I hope everyone can perform as well and improve themselves as they did in the first phase.

Immediately afterwards, Su Ming faced the crowd and began to paint that rosy picture again.

"I've already mentioned it to Xiao Dangjia. Whenever he has free time, he'll come over and cook us something delicious."

According to my plan, this should be around the end of the second phase of intensive training.

"Long live Brother Ming!" Ma Hongjun cheered immediately.

The others were also overjoyed by this good news.

However, Ning Rongrong had a few more thoughts on this. "Brother Ming, can you bring your family members to the get-together?"

Perhaps fearing it might cause some misunderstanding, she quickly added, "The main thing is that this miraculous delicacy is just too special."

I'd also like to let my family and elders try it. Of course, we'll cover all expenses for the meal.

Unfortunately, Su Ming did not agree to Ning Rongrong's request.

He simply explained, "Principles are the things that should never be broken."

Before the special training program officially began, we had already discussed that it was prepared for our students.

"What will happen after it's broken?"

"I'm sorry, Ming-ge, I was too hasty and thought things through too simply." Ning Rongrong apologized for her rashness.

She was a little excited just now, so she didn't think about all that.

After Su Ming's guidance, she realized the consequences behind it.

What is everyone talking about?

At that moment, a familiar voice appeared in the air above the playground.

Everyone looked up and saw Dean Flander hovering in the air.

"Dean? What brings you here?"

After Dean Flander landed on the ground, Oscar asked curiously.

"I'm here to assist School Board Chairman Su Ming, so you absolutely mustn't slack off," Flander said seriously.

Seeing that everyone who was supposed to come had arrived, Su Ming didn't keep them in suspense and announced the arrangements for the second phase of special training.

"Everyone, training with weights, destination: Soto Arena."

So everyone obediently shouldered their weighted equipment and set off.

Even Ning Rongrong, a support-type Soul Master, and Oscar, a food-type Soul Master, are no exception.

It's just that you need to use relatively less weight-bearing equipment.

The route that Tang San and his group took to Soto City was carefully chosen by Su Ming and Flander.

"Devil's Path" is a mountain road that has been abandoned for many years.

The mountain road is rugged and longer and more tiring than traveling in a straight line.

It was still very difficult for Tang San and his companions, whose soul power was restricted and who were carrying heavy loads.

Perhaps only a monster like Poison-Undying could accomplish this with such ease.

"If you can't be poisoned, why don't you run away quickly?" Dai Mubai asked, puzzled.

After all, Su Ming's time requirement was before dark.

If the task is not completed by the deadline, there will be a penalty.

If they continue advancing at the same pace as the others without being poisoned, they will definitely be dragged down and will never be able to complete their goal.

Poison Undying casually said, "Aren't we a team? We've been through thick and thin together for so long, what's a little more?"

"Besides, what will you guys do if I leave early? If you encounter any danger on the way, I can take care of you."

Upon hearing this, Tang San chimed in, "Du Busi is right. Mu Bai, we're all part of a team. We absolutely cannot abandon anyone."

This statement naturally drew a lot of responses from everyone.

"Hmm, it seems that the cohesion among these little monsters has gradually been established."

From the air, Flander, who was constantly observing their movements, offered his comments.

"Not enough, this is just the beginning." Su Ming, standing to the side, didn't seem to care, feeling that it wasn't quite there yet.

"Then I'll wait and see." Flander didn't say much, but he secretly looked forward to it.

"Let's see if they're really that rigid and inflexible."

As they continued forward, everyone's physical strength was gradually being depleted.

The leader, Poison Undying, and Tang San began to think of solutions for the rest of the team.

"We can't keep going like this; the poison won't kill us. We need to change our approach. Brother Ming would never make such a pointless arrangement," Tang San said.

Poison Immortal glanced at him. "I think so too, but it's not very useful if only I think it. Now that you've figured it out, that adds to our strength."

Immediately, he set an example by not being poisoned.

He removed some weighted equipment from Ning Rongrong and Oscar and put it on himself.

Use this method to reduce the burden on others.

"Yeah, Ming didn't say we can't do that."

Seeing Poison Undying's move, Tang San's eyes lit up, and he immediately did the same.

"I don't need a mistress. I can still persevere." Dai Mubai declined the offer, wanting to push himself to the limit.

Seeing this, Tang San didn't insist too much, and only took some of Ma Hongjun and Xiao Wu's weighted equipment.

"Third Brother, I can't thank you enough. When we get to Sosoto City, I'll definitely treat you to a good meal."

Ma Hongjun was very grateful and made a loud suggestion.

...A transitional chapter; the story then moves into a new phase...

(End of this chapter)