Chapter 3

"Among the hundreds of years of the City of Glory, only Lord Ye Mo has managed to reach the pinnacle by his own strength," Shen Xiu's tone faltered, but she still argued stubbornly.

"Didn't Teacher Shen Xiu say it was impossible? Why are you contradicting yourself now?" Nie Li said with a smile, "Lord Ye Mo is a clear example. Whether from a noble family or a commoner, the potential of the future is boundless. Nothing in the world is difficult, as long as one is willing to climb!"

Shen Xiu was almost furious. Nie Li was simply too despicable, seizing on her words and attacking relentlessly, showing no respect for her seniority! She looked at Nie Li coldly. If he dared to defy her in front of everyone, she would make sure Nie Li wouldn't have an easy time in the coming days!

Not far from Nie Li, Du Ze looked at him with gratitude. Although Nie Li was from a noble family, he risked offending Teacher Shen Xiu to speak up for them, the commoners. This deeply moved him. The heart of a young man is very simple. From this moment on, he considered Nie Li a friend.

Shen Xiu sneered, "Sharp-tongued, do you think you can change the harsh reality with such words? You only see Lord Ye Mo's glory, but you don't see how many people spend their entire lives in mediocrity. Forget about becoming a Spirit Beast Master; even becoming a Warrior is as difficult as climbing to the heavens. Nie Li, right? You are also from a noble family, yet you are so disrespectful. I want to see what talent you have!"

Shen Xiu lowered her head and flipped through the parchment in her hand. After a glance, she mocked, "Nie Li, Red Soul Sea, current Soul Power 6, Strength 21. With your talent, the best you can achieve in your life is the Bronze Warrior realm. To become a Spirit Beast Master is simply impossible, not even as good as some commoners. No wonder you speak like this, it's just to cover up your inner inferiority!"

The Soul Sea is divided into seven levels based on color: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet. Red is the worst, utterly terrible. Most ordinary people are orange or yellow, and reaching green or blue is considered a genius. As for blue and violet, they only exist in legends.

Hearing Shen Xiu's words, the commoner students looked at Nie Li with pity. As a noble, Nie Li's talent was indeed the worst, and he would likely never achieve great things in his life.

Ye Ziyun glanced at Nie Li and sighed softly. Although she didn't have a good impression of him, knowing his poor talent filled her with sympathy.

Ye Ziyun's neighbor, Shen Yue, curled his lips. If he had known Nie Li's talent was so poor, he would never have considered him a threat, as Nie Li was simply not qualified! With such poor talent, he was only fit to live at the bottom of the City of Glory, while Shen Yue was a direct disciple of the Sacred Family, one of the three peak noble families. What did Nie Li have to compare with him?

If it weren't for Ye Ziyun, he wouldn't have come to this trash class and associated with these trash like Nie Li!

Shen Xiu pressed on, "With such poor talent, you probably won't be valued in your family either. How dare you be so arrogant and disrespectful?"

Shen Xiu's words reminded Nie Li of his past life. Before leaving the City of Glory, Nie Li was indeed very weak, just as Shen Xiu said, stuck at the Bronze Three Star level, unable to advance. He was ignored both at school and in his family, reduced to the lowest of the low. If he hadn't risked his life to save Ye Ziyun, he would never have won the heart of the goddess. At that time, Ye Ziyun was a Gold One Star Spirit Beast Master, and the gap between them was like a chasm. Nie Li didn't even have the qualifications to fight alongside her, and he could only watch helplessly as Ye Ziyun died under the claws of a beast, buried in the endless desert. This was the eternal pain in Nie Li's heart.

After leaving the Endless Desert, Nie Li had many extraordinary encounters, discovering that the world was full of wonders, and even so-called Soul Power talent could be improved!

If it were the Nie Li of his past life, he would have had no courage to refute his teacher, but now he was different. He had a strong confidence that one day he would make these people understand that he would reach a realm they could hardly imagine!

Since he had been reborn, he would move forward without hesitation, eliminating any obstacles!

To everyone's surprise, Nie Li, mocked by Shen Xiu, showed no sign of shame. Instead, he looked at Shen Xiu with determination and said firmly, "Teacher Shen Xiu, do you think that physical and Soul Power talent determine a person's future? With your low character, you would certainly fawn over those with high talent and mock those with low talent! You spout a bunch of seemingly correct principles, just to cover up your despicable character!"

Hearing Nie Li's words, Shen Xiu's beard trembled with anger. She had never encountered such a student who dared to defy her so rudely. Moreover, Nie Li's words hit the dark thoughts in her heart, making her furious and unable to control her anger. She shouted, "Shut up! Do you know who you are, daring to scold your teacher like this?"

Nie Li sneered, "I am ashamed to have such a teacher. I can assure you that many commoners in this class will exceed your expectations and achieve unimaginable success! You don't patiently guide them but use harsh words to undermine their confidence. You are unworthy of being a teacher! Even if my talent is poor, so what? One day, I will become a legendary Spirit Beast Master like Lord Ye Mo, and I will marry the most beautiful woman in the City of Glory!"

Nie Li's gaze fell on Ye Ziyun in the distance.

Seeing Nie Li's gaze, Ye Ziyun suddenly felt her heart race and her cheeks flush. She didn't know why, but she never expected Nie Li to be so bold as to say such things in class. Nie Li's gaze was very clear. However, she had no feelings for him, feeling both pleased and annoyed, unable to describe her feelings.

Seeing Ye Ziyun's expression, Shen Yue's face darkened even more. Although Nie Li was not on his level, he still felt a hint of threat.

"Ha ha ha, this is the funniest joke I've ever heard. A person with only 5 Soul Power talent says he will become a legendary Spirit Beast Master like Lord Ye Mo. Even when Lord Ye Mo was young, he was tested to have an astonishing talent, with 89 Soul Power. Do you think success can be achieved by mere luck? Ridiculous!" Shen Xiu mercilessly attacked, "Instead of making empty boasts, you should study diligently!"

Nie Li shrugged, "I know you probably look down on me, but one day I will prove you wrong with my actions!"

"I don't believe a arrogant person can achieve anything!" Shen Xiu coldly snorted, "No matter what your future holds, you are my student now. From now on, you don't need to sit in class. Stand at the back! Otherwise, I will notify your family to take you back from Saint Orchid Academy!"

Shen Xiu was known for her unreasonable behavior. Nie Li shrugged. Standing at the back was nothing. If he were expelled from Saint Orchid Academy, he would have little chance to see Ye Ziyun. For now, he could only endure.

Seeing Nie Li standing at the back, a few noble students laughed softly.

"The future legendary Spirit Beast Master is standing as punishment!"

"Tsk tsk, he's afraid of being expelled too!"

"Weren't you just being so arrogant?"

Shen Xiu smiled coldly. No matter how arrogant Nie Li was, he still had to obey. She didn't take his words seriously. Nie Li becoming a legendary Spirit Beast Master? She found it extremely ridiculous, and it would never happen!

Seeing Nie Li punished, Du Ze hesitated for a moment, then bit his lip and stood up, walking to stand beside Nie Li. Nie Li spoke up for the commoners, so he would stand with him.

Seeing Du Ze stand with Nie Li, Shen Xiu's expression darkened. She sneered, "Since you like standing as punishment, stand with him!"

Nie Li and Du Ze exchanged a glance, their eyes showing a sense of understanding. They both smiled slightly. At this moment, Nie Li felt like he was back in his past life when he first met Du Ze. Du Ze was still the same Du Ze.

After Du Ze stood beside him, Lu Piao thought for a moment and also stood next to Nie Li.

"Why did you come over too?" Nie Li smiled at Lu Piao.

Lu Piao shrugged, "Sitting is boring. I want to stand and cool off. Is that not allowed?"

"Haha, whatever!" Nie Li laughed. Lu Piao was just like in his past life, always talking big but very loyal. Although this matter had nothing to do with Lu Piao, he considered Nie Li a friend, and friends should share both good and bad times.

Three more commoner students stood up and joined Nie Li.

With these brothers standing together, Nie Li felt quite good, his mood particularly cheerful.

Shen Xiu's expression became even worse, and she continued the class with a cold face.

"After the test, Lin Zhiyan has a Green Soul Sea with 86 Soul Power. Shen Yue and Xiao Ning'er have a Green Soul Sea with 78 Soul Power, about to reach the Bronze One Star realm. Congratulations to them!" Shen Xiu said with a faint smile, glancing at Nie Li with disdain. These were the true geniuses. What was Nie Li?

Hearing Shen Xiu's words, the students in the class couldn't help but exclaim. A Green Soul Sea with 86 Soul Power, such a powerful talent might make one a legendary Spirit Beast Master in their lifetime!

As for Shen Yue and Xiao Ning'er, they were also exceptionally talented, with limitless potential.

As for Ye Ziyun, her background was unknown, her beauty and talent outstanding, and her mysterious background made her the most dazzling in the class. Xiao Ning'er was also a beauty, with a face comparable to Ye Ziyun, but slightly less talented.

No matter what, they were far beyond the reach of ordinary people!