When the nine people arrived at the gate of the academy one after another, they found that the master had treated them differently, or in other words, had already prepared them.

Nine bamboo baskets made of woven bamboo contain stones of different sizes. Each bamboo basket has a strap and a name written on it.

Among them, Ling Shi, Tang San, Dai Mubai, and Ma Hongjun had the largest stones in their bamboo baskets, followed by Xia Hai, Xiao Wu, Zhu Zhuqing, and Oscar, and Ning Rongrong had the smallest stones in their bamboo baskets.

When Ning Rongrong saw the stones in the bamboo basket, her dissatisfaction suddenly dropped a bit, and she thought to herself that this master was not too unkind.

The master looked at the nine people carrying the bamboo baskets and running away, and couldn't help but reveal a faint smile on his stiff face.

"Isn't the punishment for running a long distance with a heavy load without using soul power a bit harsh? That's hundreds of kilometers. Not to mention noon, I'm afraid they won't be able to finish even if it's dark. I didn't expect you to be more cruel than me."

Flanders didn't know when he had arrived at the master's side, and said with some worry.

The master said calmly: "Only when you have to endure hardships can you become a master. I have carefully calculated their physical conditions. I will not tire them out. What's more, if you think they have such a good breakfast, they will eat it in vain.

?How can they become true partners who trust each other without going through the stage of sharing joys and sorrows?"

Flanders raised his hands in a gesture of surrender, "Okay, it's all up to you. You can do whatever you want. I know that you value these children even more than me. However, I have to remind you again that the college's funds

limited."

The master snorted coldly, "How can a living person be choked to death by urinating? Do you think I am your soul saint, and I can't even get the funds for an academy?"

Flanders said slightly angrily: "That's because I don't want to be groveling and dependent on others. Otherwise, it would not be difficult to become rich with my strength. I want to see how you solve this problem. You are more shameless than me.

Much thinner.”

The master glanced sideways at Flanders, "Then just wait and see."

Carrying bamboo baskets on their backs, Ling Shi, Tang San and Dai Mubai took the lead and ran out. It wasn't until they started running that they realized that the punishment was indeed very severe.

If they can use soul power, there is no problem for them to cover a distance of sixty or seventy kilometers in half a day, and they can even complete it easily. However, if they do not use soul power and have to bear weight, then it is not

It's easy to accomplish.

"Ashi, Mubai, let's stop for a moment." Tang San, who was running, suddenly stopped. At this time, he had just run not far away, and there was already a slight sweat on his forehead.

Although the three of them had consumed their soul power before, they were running without using their soul power at this time. In terms of physical strength, they were obviously the best among the Shrek Nine Monsters. At this time, Xia Hai, Xiao Wu, Ma Hongjun and Oscar had already

Hundreds of meters behind, Zhu Zhuqing behind them had already caught up with them, and Ning Rongrong fell at the back.

After listening to Tang San's words, Ling Shi looked back and continued running a few meters away from them. Ling Shi immediately understood and agreed with Tang San's meaning and stopped immediately.

"Xiao San, what's wrong?" Dai Mubai also stopped and looked at Tang San with some confusion. "Ten round trips are not short, so run quickly."

Tang San said: "Mubai, do you remember? The teacher just said before we set off that we are a whole, and he asked us to complete this punishment together. You see, Zhuqing and Rongrong were also punished with us. Except for me and

In addition to Asshi running twelve rounds, you must also complete it at the same time. Based on my understanding of the teacher, this time he not only wants to punish us, but also makes us exercise. The teacher just told me yesterday that the body is the soul.

Based on the teacher's foundation, my ability to leapfrog and absorb the human-faced devil spider soul ring is related to my physical fitness. More importantly, this punishment is probably a test for us by the teacher. What he wants to test is our collective nature. We

We are a whole body. In terms of physical strength, maybe you and I can support you, but they may not. I think we must think of some ways to see how we can complete this test together."

Ling Shi nodded and said: "I agree with Xiao San. If we complete the punishment first, it will not be beneficial to the tacit understanding of our entire team."

As the only two disciples of the master, Ling Shi and Tang San obviously know the master best. After listening to their words, Dai Mubai nodded slowly, "I'm afraid that's the case. Let's discuss it first when they come up."

Soon, the six people behind them followed, and Tang San once again expressed his views on today's punishment.

Oscar frowned slightly and said: "I think Tang San is right. Master should be testing us. Our loads are different. It should be that Master deliberately calculated the limit of what our physical strength can bear. Like Ling Shi, Tang

In the case of Sanhe and Boss Dai, it should be possible to complete it within the limit of endurance, and even have some physical strength left. For example, Fatty should have just reached the limit. Naturally, there are also cases that exceed the limit of endurance. Only with everyone's cooperation can it be completed.

.I’m afraid I’m the only one who has to bear a load that exceeds the limit. And Rongrong.”

At the end of the sentence, he couldn't help but smile bitterly. He had only run two kilometers and he could already feel the bamboo basket on his back getting heavier and heavier. His forehead was sweating. There was still such a long distance behind him. He asked himself whether he would be able to persevere.

of.

Fatty Ma Hongjun said carelessly: "Why don't we cheat? Let's secretly eat some of Xiao Ao's recovery sausages, are we afraid of running out of energy?"

"Cheating?" Oscar glared at the fat man angrily. He was a smart man and would never do anything stupid. "Fat man, I just ask you, are you sure that the master didn't let other teachers supervise us? What if we cheat?

If we are discovered, the punishment may not be as simple as it is now. Moreover, the master must have deep intentions in punishing us like this, and it will only be good for us. Now we have to think of a way to save as much energy as possible."

Tang San suddenly said: "Although the teacher asked us to run with heavy loads, we can't use soul power. The total weight of the nine of us is so much. As long as we can complete the punishment with these loads, it will be fine. Oscar, give me your stone."

Let me."

Oscar was stunned for a moment, then chuckled. "Good brother. But it's not necessary now. I don't think it's better. From now on, the nine of us will run at a constant speed according to the slowest one, so that everyone can gather together and run at a constant speed."

It is also the most energy-saving. Wait until one of you can't hold on anymore, and then help each other adjust the weight. In this way, you can save energy as much as possible. What do you think?"

Ning Rongrong smiled and said: "Xiao Ao, I didn't realize it, but you are quite smart."

Oscar had a matter-of-fact expression on his face, "Don't you know I was called the clever little prince when I was a child? What does this mean?"

Dai Mubai is the oldest and strongest among everyone, showing the leadership role that a boss should have, "Stop talking nonsense. Talking is a waste of energy. Let's run. Just do what Xiao Ao said."

Now, the nine people started their long-distance running journey again.

Undoubtedly, among the nine people, Oscar and Ning Rongrong, who were auxiliary soul masters, naturally had the weakest physical strength, so everyone started running at their speed. Moving forward at a constant speed, they headed towards Soto City.

The first round trip was completed at this constant speed.

When they actually started running, everyone gradually felt the pressure brought by the weight. If it was just ordinary running, even if the soul power was not used, the six-kilometer round trip would not be much of a load for them. The soul power was not suitable for them.

The transformation of their bodies gave them physical abilities far beyond those of ordinary people, and even auxiliary soul masters like Oscar and Ning Rongrong were no exception.

With the weight on, the body obviously became uncomfortable, and after going back and forth, Ning Rongrong and Oscar were already sweating profusely, and everyone else also showed a little fatigue.

Ning Rongrong is undoubtedly the weakest among everyone. Although Oscar is also an auxiliary soul master, he has broken through level 30 after all. His body has the bonus of various attributes from the third soul ring, and his condition is better than Ning Rong's.

Much better.

The weight on Ling Shi, Tang San and Dai Mubai is a fifteen kilogram stone. The weight on Xia Hai, Xiao Wu, Zhu Zhuqing and Ma Hongjun is ten kilograms. Although Ning Rongrong and Oscar only have five kilograms,

At this time, they felt as if they were carrying a huge mountain on their backs. Their bodies were getting heavier and heavier, and they could only grit their teeth and maintain a constant speed.

The gate of the college was in sight, and to everyone's surprise, the master was standing at the gate of the college watching them run back after completing their first round trip. Beside the master, there was a table with a large bucket on it.

"Everyone drinks some water before continuing." The master's words were always concise and to the point.

There was warm water in the bucket, with a slightly salty taste, as if salt had been added. Under the supervision of the master, each person was only allowed to drink one cup of warm water, and they were immediately urged to embark on the road to punishment again.

As time goes by, the fireball in the sky has gradually moved closer to it, and the temperature it has brought has gradually increased. After drinking salt water, everyone's physical strength has been somewhat replenished. Ling Shi, Tang San and Dai Mubai have nothing to worry about.

But Oscar and Ning Rongrong clearly felt that they had regained some strength.

Looking at the retreating figures of the students, the master stood expressionless, but when he saw that the nine people came back together, his eyes clearly showed some satisfaction.

Carrying the big bucket, he walked towards the academy. At this time, he was not only a teacher who taught the students, but also an elder who cared about them. What he wanted to do was not to abuse the students, but to give them real training.

The second round trip, the third round trip, the fourth time...

Every time everyone returns to the academy, they will drink salt water with a suitable temperature prepared by the master. Warm water is easy to absorb, and the salt supplements the overdraft of physical strength caused by perspiration. Even Ning Rongrong and Oscar feel that they have some miraculous perseverance.

After running four round trips at a constant speed, there was no pause in the middle except for drinking water.

However, when the fifth round trip began, Oscar and Ning Rongrong's speed had slowed down significantly. The scenery in front of them had begun to become blurry, and their legs were as heavy as lead. The bamboo basket behind them was more like

Mountain-like brings this gravity.

Under the condition of constant speed, the physical strength of others can still be maintained. Although everyone is sweating by this time, their spirits are maintained very well.

"Xiao Ao, give me your stone." Tang San said to Oscar.

Dai Mubai also extended his hand to Ning Rongrong.

This time, neither Oscar nor Ning Rongrong refused. They knew very well that their physical strength was already somewhat exhausted. If this continued, they might not be able to make it through this round trip.

Tang San and Dai Mubai's weights directly changed from fifteen kilograms to twenty kilograms, and the bamboo basket turned into two stones. Five kilograms didn't seem heavy, but under the circumstances of heavy physical exertion, this simple

Five kilograms has already brought an obvious burden to the two of them. Although they can still maintain a constant speed, their breathing has become obviously heavier.

On the contrary, after losing five kilograms of pressure, Oscar and Ning Rongrong instantly felt a sense of transcendence, as if their entire bodies were so light that they could float. They gasped a few times, and running suddenly became easier.

More, not only has the original uniform speed been restored, but I even feel a little more at ease.

The fifth, sixth, seventh, and three round trips ended in this situation. When the eighth round trip began, nearly two hours had passed. At this time, the sun had deviated from the center. Noon had passed.

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Everyone's breathing became difficult, and their lungs seemed to be burning like fire. Every step they took would leave a clear water mark on the ground, which was the sweat flowing on their bodies. Since the last round trip, they have been in the academy

The replenished salt water at the door has become two cups, and there is a short rest time. The master did not rush them, and still prepared warm salt water for them after every round trip.

"I can't do it anymore, I can't do it anymore." It was Ma Hongjun who spoke. He staggered and almost fell to the ground. The fat man stopped, put his hands on his knees, and gasped. His fat face was already

He became pale, and every breath seemed to be extremely difficult.

Everyone stopped one after another. At this moment, everyone was speechless. Looking at each other, they found that the clothes on each partner were soaked with sweat.

Originally, Tang San and Dai Mubai shouldn't be so tired, but with the weight of Ning Rongrong and Oscar on them, the burden is heavier than the others. Among the nine people, the only ones who seemed to be more relaxed were Xia Hai and Xiao Wu.

Both of them, Xia Hai and Xiao Wu, have reached level 30, but their weight is the same as Zhu Zhuqing and Ma Hongjun. In addition, Xiao Wu is light in weight, and Xia Hai's physical strength has been significantly improved due to Ling Shi's training.

, at this time, they were the only ones who still felt somewhat at ease.

After breathing for nearly five minutes, everyone gradually recovered.

Ma Hongjun couldn't help but said: "We can't have lunch anyway, so why don't we slow down a little. I can't do it anymore. If I keep running, I'll be exhausted."

Dai Mubai frowned and said, "Slow? Didn't you notice that the temperature of the salt water the master prepares for us is the same every time? But our speed keeps decreasing. It's obvious that the master has calculated our physical strength. It's too slow to run back.
To be continued...