"Strutting around with such bravado? You can say that, Lin Feng. Who are you to talk when you can't do anything—oh, that's right, your Grass Snake Star must be one of those Beast Stars, right? Though it's a bit trashy, it is still a Star, isn't it? You're so amazing, for sure you can do that thing, what's it called... that's right, Star Body. You must be capable of that. I'd really like to see how much a Martial Artist can enhance their combat power once a First Grade Star has transformed into a Star Body!"
"Lin Dao, you were clearly not paying attention just now. Stars below Third Grade, such as yours, cannot perform the Star as Soldiers or the Star Body because the Star Power contained within them is too weak." The Great Elder spoke indifferently.
Upon hearing this, Lin Dao was momentarily stunned, then his face twisted with mockery: "Turns out you can't even manage a Star Body after all this chatter. But, Lin Feng, don't be angry. In my opinion, this isn't necessarily a bad thing for you. Given your mediocre talents, you should pretty much rule out combat anyway. I've heard that mastering Star Body is no small feat, much more difficult than Star as Soldiers. I guess you'll never learn it in your lifetime, saves the trouble of seeking discomfort."
Several people in the class started snickering at this.
Lin Mo'er hadn't noticed that Lin Dao's mouth was so venomous. Now Lin Feng probably feels so embarrassed he wishes the ground would swallow him up. Well, it serves him right for being such trash, truly deceiving her feelings. She had been blind to call someone like that her brother, pah!
Lin Zihua was also in the class, but he only glanced at Lin Feng and didn't look again, considering him worthless trash unworthy of his attention. He didn't even have the interest to verbally call him trash.
"Ah, such a pity, I'm sorry to say, but I really can perform the Star Body."
Confronted with the crowd's scorn and ridicule, Lin Feng suddenly spoke lightly.
"Oh? You can perform the Star Body?" The Great Elder was doubtful and then he felt like laughing at himself, shaking his head: "Lin Feng, you're just a First Grade Star, and yet you can perform the Star Body? Besides, the Great Elder hasn't even taught that part yet. Could it be that you're a peerless genius or some powerful being reincarnated by any chance?"
One by one, the students in the class burst into laughter, scoffing at Lin Feng for overestimating himself and for spouting nonsense without thinking it through.
Lin Feng, of course, wasn't just talking big. As someone who had been through it all, he was definitely capable of these techniques, and more advanced ones at that. Moreover, although his Demon Dragon Star currently possessed the attribute of a First Grade Star, its true quality was by no means limited to that. So if Lin Feng willed it, he could certainly perform the Star Body.
However, the Demon Dragon Star was too weak at the moment, and even if it had merged with his true body, there wouldn't be much change to his appearance, definitely not like Lin Panghu who, upon invoking the Vigorous Vajra Bear Star, would grow significantly more robust and such.
Lin Dao was laughing so hard tears almost streamed down his face. "Brothers and cousins, did you hear that? Our grand Young Master Lin Feng is so freaking awesome. He says he can actually perform the Star Body, my goodness, how impressive."
"Haha, Lin Dao, he's just blowing hot air."
"Right, he's just a piece of trash with a First Grade Star. Even if we take a step back, Star Body is harder to achieve than Star as Soldiers. We don't even grasp Star as Soldiers, so how can he do it? And, the Great Elder hasn't even covered that part yet."
"Exactly, even if the Family Head taught him in secret, theory and practice are two different things. It turns out Lin Feng is that kind of person, mediocre in talent yet likes to boast and lie, what a disgrace."
"Yes, you have no idea. Recently, when I go out to buy things outside the mansion, many people see me and ask if our Lin Family has a trash Young Master who communicated with a First Grade Star. I was so embarrassed to be asked that."
"Absolutely disgraceful. If I were him, I'd rather be dead than live like this. Either don't communicate with a Star at all, or don't end up with just a First Grade Star."
Many people were snickering continuously.
Lin Dao's eyes suddenly lit up with an idea, and he cupped his fists towards the Great Elder, suggesting: "How about this, Great Elder? You've been saying that battle is the only shortcut to improving strength. Talking about it is nothing compared to the actual fight. Since Lin Feng is so confident, why not let him have a little spar with me? Don't worry, I promise I won't hurt him, after all, he is our Lin Family's Young Master!"
After finishing his words, he sneered at Lin Feng. He felt humiliated by his defeat to Lin Feng last time and had been diligently training ever since, finally breaking through to the Seventh Layer as a Martial Apprentice. Today, no matter what, he intended to use this opportunity to defeat Lin Feng decisively in front of everyone, not only to teach Lin Feng a harsh lesson but also to gain attention and hone his real combat skills. It was killing three birds with one stone.
The Great Elder hesitated for a moment upon hearing this, then nodded in agreement.
Lin Feng had been watching from the side all along, not expecting to have to fight again, but it didn't matter. Seeing that group of people, it seemed they had some issues with him. Although he didn't care about their sneers and taunts, being constantly insulted could impact one's fortunes, so he might as well use this battle to shut those people up, the ones who only know how to show off with their mouths.
With that in mind, he didn't refuse and stepped outside to a spacious area. All of the students from the lecture hall ran out to watch the drama unfold, all except for Lin Zihua, who remained seated.
Lin Dao was stunned that Lin Feng actually dared to accept the challenge, but he immediately sneered: "Lin Feng, I hope you'll go easy on me, after all, having a Beast Star as your body, you're much stronger than us who have the Soldier Stars."
As these words came out, many people's eyelids twitched. Lin Dao truly had a sharp tongue. His words weren't wrong, but it depended on the situation. After all, he possessed a Fourth Grade Star, while Lin Feng only had a First Grade Star. The difference between them was as vast as the heavens from the earth.
Lin Feng nodded as if he didn't catch the sarcastic undertone in the other's words: "Don't worry, I won't kill you."
Lin Dao was taken aback, then laughed loudly towards the sky. He had only said that phrase to mock Lin Feng, but who knew Lin Feng would actually take it seriously and keep the conversation going. He was really innocently stupid.
"Alright, Lin Feng, I won't tease you any longer, this piece of trash. Let me show you the power of my Flame Saber!"
Having laughed enough, Lin Dao put away his smile, scoffed, and rushed violently towards Lin Feng, with his Flame Saber bursting forth a wave of heat directly aiming to chop at Lin Feng's chest.
Although Lin Dao's move seemed like a common chop without any special saber techniques, it was still a Fourth Grade Star's power, not to be underestimated. Instantly, its momentum was formidable, and many people showed a look of shock.
Watching Lin Feng standing there like a clueless goose, Lin Dao's eyes revealed a sinister and cold resentment. Kill, he definitely wouldn't kill Lin Feng - after all, some people are just born lucky. But making him lie in bed for a few days was not a problem at all. With that thought, he roared angrily as he chopped down with his saber.