Douluo: Becoming a God by Relying on my Enemies

Yu Xiaogang saw the students' dejected faces and decided not to push them too far.

"Look at yourselves right now. Do you still consider yourselves geniuses?

"Do you know why our academy is called Monster Academy? If you can't handle such a minor failure, then you're truly disappointing.

"Forget the duel; it's over. Instead, head to the academy gates where some rocks are prepared. Each of you will carry a rock, run to Soto City and back, ten times, without using soul power.

"You will monitor each other to ensure no one cheats. Finish by lunchtime, or you don't eat. Remember, you're a team. If one person fails, none of you gets to eat."

The group's mood, already low, sank further at these words. But they didn't argue with Yu Xiaogang this time. They were too frustrated over their earlier defeat to muster any resistance.

As they moved out, Yun Feng remained where he was, looking relaxed.

Yu Xiaogang noticed and frowned.

"Why are you still standing here? Aren't you going to run?"

Yun Feng chuckled.

"Grandmaster, your methods might work for them, but for me, this won't achieve anything. As for teamwork? I'm a one-man team. Do you really think I need it?"

Yu Xiaogang was momentarily speechless. Yun Feng wasn't wrong, and even Flender had agreed to let him train independently. Frustrated but unable to retort, Yu Xiaogang shook his head.

"You're too arrogant... just like I was!"

Yun Feng rolled his eyes.

"Grandmaster, were you also level 45 back in your youth?"

Yu Xiaogang's face twitched at the jab but chose to ignore it.

"Fine. Since you're not running, I won't force you. But keep an eye on them. I remember you have a flying-type skill. Make sure they're safe if anything happens."

Yun Feng thought for a moment, then nodded.

"Sounds good. I'll head to Soto City, grab some drinks and watermelon, and watch them run. That should be entertaining!"

Yu Xiaogang…

At the academy gates, the seven students found their punishment ready: bamboo baskets with varying sizes of rocks, each labeled with a name.

The heaviest rocks were assigned to Tang San, Dai Mubai, and Ma Hongjun. Xiao Wu, Zhu Zhuqing, and Oscar's rocks were slightly smaller, while Ning Rongrong's were the lightest.

Flender, who had joined Yu Xiaogang at some point, observed with concern.

"Isn't this punishment a bit much? That's over 60 kilometers with heavy loads. They won't finish by noon—probably not even by nightfall!"

Yu Xiaogang replied calmly.

"Suffering builds character. I've calculated their physical limits carefully. They won't be harmed.

"Besides, after such a good breakfast, do you think it's fair for them to not work for it? If they don't endure hardship together, how can they trust each other as true partners?"

Flender sighed and raised his hands in mock surrender.

"Fine, fine. Do as you like. You care about them even more than I do. Just remember, the academy's finances are tight. And Yun Feng… well, good luck handling him."

Yu Xiaogang snorted.

"You think I'll let financial struggles or Yun Feng hold me back? I'm not like you, afraid to use my position to secure funding. As for Yun Feng, he's not as bad as you think."

Flender's face darkened.

"Careful, Xiaogang. I could've lived a life of luxury if I'd chosen to depend on others. But I refuse to grovel. Let's see how you handle things. And since you think Yun Feng is so great, he's all yours to deal with!"

Yu Xiaogang glared.

"Fine. Watch and learn."

The conversation ended on a sour note.

Meanwhile, the students began their run. Dai Mubai and Tang San led the way, but it didn't take long for them to realize the weight of their punishment.

Without soul power, carrying such heavy loads over long distances was no easy feat. After a short distance, they stopped to catch their breath and discuss strategies.

Before they could start talking, Yun Feng descended from above, a playful grin on his face.

"What's this? You two giving up already? This little distance too much for you?"

His mocking tone and the way he briefly glanced at their legs made Dai Mubai's face flush with anger.

"Who said we can't handle it? Just watch, Yun Feng. We'll finish this run!"

Fueled by his taunts, Dai Mubai and Tang San took off, determined to prove him wrong.

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