Chapter 46 The Captain's Place
These words were spoken with great conviction.
Oscar and Ma Hongjun were initially intimidated by Ye Liuyun's strength, but after hearing what the master said, they suddenly understood.
Yes!
Although this guy won and was indeed very strong, he was not only isolated in personality, but also played too selfishly!
How could they feel safe if they teamed up with him?
"On the other hand, look at Tang San."
Yu Xiaogang changed the subject, his gaze softening as he looked at his prized disciple:
"If it were Little San, he would never let the battle become so ugly. He would achieve the greatest victory with the least cost. He would consider the overall situation and protect his teammates, instead of just showing off like you."
After saying that, Yu Xiaogang waved his hand and made his conclusion directly:
"Ye Liuyun, your individual abilities are indeed quite good. But your temperament is completely unsuitable for being the core of a team."
"You are a double-edged sword; you can injure the enemy by a thousand, but also hurt yourself by eight hundred."
"So."
Yu Xiaogang turned around, faced all the students, and announced in a loud voice:
"After careful consideration, I have decided—"
"During the upcoming special training period, Tang San will serve as the interim captain of the Shrek Academy team!"
These words caused an uproar in the group.
Even if Dai Mubai was unconscious, the succession should still go to Ye Liuyun, who was the strongest.
But the master bypassed Ye Liuyun and gave the captaincy to Tang San.
"Tang San, your task now is to immediately organize everyone to carry Dai Mubai away for treatment."
Yu Xiaogang looked at Tang San with eyes full of expectation and hints.
He knew that his disciple would understand him, and being the captain was also a process of training and growth.
"Let him rest well, and analyze the mistakes in this battle with him after he wakes up. As the captain, you need to take care of the condition of each team member."
"Yes, teacher!"
Tang San immediately understood; he realized that his teacher was giving him more responsibility.
He strode over to Dai Mubai's side, first checking his injuries, and then methodically gave instructions:
"Fatty, you're strong, help me carry Boss Dai back to the dorm. Zhuqing, could you please get some hot water?"
"Rongrong, you..."
Tang San wanted to give Ning Rongrong a command, but he saw Ning Rongrong standing next to Ye Liuyun with a displeased expression.
Knowing that he had just become the team leader and it was not advisable to cause conflict that would lower his authority, he tactfully changed his approach:
"Let's all take action. We are a team and we cannot abandon anyone."
This entire operation proceeded smoothly and efficiently.
In an instant, he established himself as a good captain who was "calm, reliable, and cares about his teammates".
This formed a stark contrast to Ye Liuyun, who stood alone with an indifferent expression.
Oscar and Ma Hongjun immediately responded, eagerly circling around Tang San.
Even Zhu Zhuqing, though her expression was indifferent, silently carried out the mission.
Soon, only Ye Liuyun, Ning Rongrong, and Xiao Wu remained on the playground.
"Who goes there!"
Ning Rongrong kicked a pebble hard in anger:
"You clearly won! Why should Tang San be the captain? Is that Grandmaster blind?"
"And that Tang San, he's acting like he owns the place, he really thinks he's something special!"
Xiao Wu also puffed out her cheeks, looking unconvinced:
"Exactly! My cousin is clearly the best! That ridiculous theory of his is just sophistry!"
Despite the two girls' indignation, Ye Liuyun remained unusually calm.
He truly didn't care about such empty titles; what was the difference between him and a class monitor in elementary school?
Moreover, according to his plan, he would soon be leaving Shrek Academy.
The core of the team was not important.
"Alright."
Ye Liuyun stretched and relaxed his body:
"Since someone is willing to be a nanny, let him be one."
"Perfect, I can't be bothered with you guys anyway."
Watching Ye Liuyun's indifferent back view, Yu Xiaogang stood at a distance, his eyes slightly narrowed behind his glasses.
Hmph, still pretending.
Being stripped of honor and isolated by the team, I don't believe you're not upset.
Just wait and see.
As long as Tang San demonstrated absolute control and a strong sense of the big picture during the upcoming training, he would show you what a true "soul figure" is.
The master straightened his collar. Tang San had become the captain as he had envisioned, and the plan was gradually getting back on track.
After settling the unconscious Dai Mubai in, Yu Xiaogang didn't give everyone much time to catch their breath.
He stood in the center of the playground, pointing to eight large bamboo baskets that had been prepared beforehand, filled with heavy stones.
"Now, begin your first phase of intensive training."
Yu Xiaogang said expressionlessly:
"Carry these bamboo baskets on your back and run 20 laps around the village. During the run, you are not allowed to use your soul power, you can only rely on your pure physical strength."
"This is to hone your physical abilities. Only with a strong physique can you bear more powerful spirit rings."
The group looked at each other in bewilderment.
Wasn't this training method a bit too primitive?
They were Soul Masters, not laborers.
Seeing the hesitation of the crowd, Flander immediately put on a stern face and adopted the authority of the dean:
"What are you all standing there for? Listen to the master!"
"A good body is the foundation of a Soul Master. Without a good body, even if you are given a 100,000-year spirit ring, you won't be able to absorb it! Xiao Gang is a master of theory!"
Without hesitation, Tang San was the first to step forward and carry the bamboo basket on his back.
This method of training by carrying stones was used in the Tang Clan of his previous life, so it must be correct.
"I believe in my teacher."
With Flander's endorsement, the others gradually stepped forward as well.
They could only sigh helplessly, then picked up the incredibly heavy bamboo baskets and began to walk on the uneven dirt road.
Only Ye Liuyun's lips twitched slightly when he picked up the bamboo basket.
That was really... so stupid it was infuriating.
He followed at the back of the group, jogging slowly, listening to Yu Xiaogang's eloquent "speech" in the center of the playground.
"Don't complain! Every drop of sweat is a stepping stone to becoming a strong person!"
"When you feel your limit, that's when you break through!"
"Remember, you must use your willpower to overcome physical fatigue! This is a test of your mental strength!"
Yu Xiaogang stood in the center of the playground with his hands behind his back, watching the group of children huffing and puffing as they ran laps, a satisfied smile on his face.
He was intoxicated by the feeling of commanding the world.
However, Ye Liuyun felt like his ears were about to fall off from listening to these motivational platitudes.
Wasn't this just pyramid scheme brainwashing?
He bounced the bamboo basket on his back, feeling the uneven sensation of the hard stones pressing against his back, and was utterly speechless.
In a martial arts world with low-level martial arts and no soul power, using weighted running to train one's physique was understandable.
But this was Douluo Continent!
It was a fantasy world with soul skills, soul power, and all sorts of magical abilities!
Ye Liuyun glanced at Zhao Wuji, who was sunbathing in the distance.
If he remembered correctly, this clumsy bear's third soul skill was gravity enhancement, and its fifth soul skill was gravity compression.
What was gravity?
That was the uniform pressure acting on every cell, every inch of bone, and even the internal organs.
Cultivating in that gravity environment allowed every part of the body to be perfectly tempered without any uneven stress.
Wasn't this a natural gravity training room?
In contrast, this kind of carrying stones while running laps...
Ye Liuyun looked at Oscar and Ning Rongrong, who were running crookedly ahead of him.
The weight of the bamboo basket rested entirely on the shoulders and lumbar spine, and the stones were of varying sizes, making the center of gravity unstable.
Over time, this would not only fail to exercise all the muscles in the body, but might also lead to scoliosis, uneven shoulders, and even an imbalance where some muscles were overdeveloped while others were atrophied.
Instead of using the readily available "gravity training room," they insisted on engaging in this primitive brick-moving exercise.
Was this what they called a "master"?
As expected of a martial soul that had no useless members, only useless ones.
To play the Golden Holy Dragon bloodline like this was truly a waste.
However, Ye Liuyun did not offer any reminders.
Although the effect was not as good as gravity, there was no problem with weight training.
Just massage and take care of yourself afterwards.
"Ye Liuyun! What are you doing?!"
Just then, Yu Xiaogang's stern voice suddenly rang out.
He noticed that Ye Liuyun was running off so casually, and he was instantly enraged.
"Run faster! Look at Ning Rongrong ahead of you, she's a girl and she's working harder than you!"
"Your lazy attitude is a desecration of training!"
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