Chapter 33 Orcs also have non-mainstream

"Senior Brother really sets high standards for himself," Yin Fu said admiringly. "But someone as outstanding as Senior Brother probably wouldn't find many teammates who qualify to be on the same team."

Mo Tong couldn’t help but feel frustrated; how had Yin Fu become so unintelligent since coming to the Holy Sanctuary?

"Damn it, just stop it already!" Mo Tong was truly at his wit's end. This guy could talk anyone into anything: "This guy definitely has ulterior motives!"

Wang Feng didn’t even bother to respond and instead looked intently at Yin Fu. He was from the Rune Academy and didn’t need to participate in the assessment. Perhaps he was still unaffiliated. If he could persuade Yin Fu with a heartfelt and rational appeal, that would be perfect. Then they would have five people, and given Little Yin Fu’s simplicity, he wouldn’t mind teaming up with a Beastman.

"Wang Feng, what are you thinking? We Eight Comrades have already formed the Lucky Heaven Team. Stop daydreaming!" Sensing Wang Feng’s gaze, Mo Tong preemptively refused.

"Did I say anything?"

Wang Feng shrugged indifferently. The kid had sharp eyes, but he lacked the skill in arguments. Such words should be left for others to say first. Really… wait!

Old Wang’s eyes lit up.

Tsk tsk, look at those muscles, that build, that dense fur—damn, I finally found you!

"These are the teammates I’ve been looking for!"

Yin Fu and Mo Tong followed his gaze and saw the two towering figures holding signs.

"Beastmen?"

Both Yin Fu and Mo Tong were stunned. No way!

Wang Feng had already approached them. Mo Tong was speechless. Was this for real? Humans were humans; teaming up with Beastmen was like having pigs as teammates. What was he trying to achieve here?

Ah, right! He must want to collect money from two Beastmen! How low can you go, trying to scam Beastmen!

Mo Tong was instantly convinced!

Yin Fu was also shocked. Across the continent, Beastmen were seen as crude and inferior. Even Beastmen themselves looked down on themselves. Even if Senior Brother wanted to challenge himself, this…

Kela and Wu Di had been standing there for hours, ignored… well, not entirely.

"Isn’t that the pair of savages from the Martial Dao Courtyard? Looking for a team too?"

"Go get some makeup, beasts. Your fur is growing past your ears. Who are you trying to fool?"

"Pah!" A thick glob of spit landed in front of them: "Filthy idiots, go back to your pigsty-like quarantine!"

Yes, this was the situation for Beastmen. During their time at Rose, they experienced no dignity, democracy, or equality—only insults and mockery. Even they didn’t believe in the measures taken by Rose’s Holy Sanctuary. Only Kela and Wu Di came. Kela was a Southern Beastman, while Wu Di was a Northern Beastman. They didn’t know each other, and relations between Northern and Southern Beastmen were poor, but here, they were each other’s only support.

They remained silent, perhaps as their final form of resistance. At this moment, another human man approached them. Unlike the others, his gaze was intense. Kela sensed the difference. Although she endured some insults, she would retaliate if pushed too far!

Wang Feng stood before them, examining them closely. These were certainly unconventional Beastmen. The female Beastman was taller than him, with a fit and strong physique. Compared to typical Beastmen, she was quite attractive, with smoother skin. But her tail… yes, she had a furry tail.

Feeling Old Wang’s gaze, Kela instinctively hid her tail.

Wang Feng then looked at the other one… really hairy. The male Beastman was shorter than the female, slightly below Wang Feng’s height, making him a shorty among Beastmen. His legs were exceptionally thick, with enough leg hair to knit a sweater.

A bit sexy, actually. Kela couldn’t help but react to such an unbridled stare, “What do you want?”

Her voice drew Wang Feng’s attention. It seemed they deferred to the female Beastman.

"Cough, dear classmates, my name is Wang Feng, one of the three geniuses selected for the Rune Academy this year. The other two are Yin Fu and Mo Tong from the Eight Comrades. I’ve formed a unique team, seeking truly talented, determined, and ambitious individuals. I felt an instant connection with both of you. Would you consider joining my Old Wang Team?"

Kela and Wu Di were dumbfounded. They had anticipated various outcomes, but never this. Besides, someone from the Rune Academy didn’t need to form a team for the assessment.

Conspiracy? Mockery?

Wu Di glanced at Kela, but she showed no reaction.

What’s going on? Isn’t my sincerity obvious? Aren’t Beastmen supposed to be simple-minded?

"Dear classmates, you both clearly possess exceptional talents. Please trust me. If you join, you’ll be my brothers. I swear on my brother and deputy captain Fantasia’s life that, in the Old Wang Team, we’re family, sharing joys and burdens together!" Wang Feng’s voice was powerful and resonant, honed from his days as the president of the drama club.

The two Beastmen remained unresponsive…

Are these two not getting it? Or are they deaf?

That shouldn’t be the case. Old Wang was a bit worried, thinking his gesture would make them leap at the opportunity like drowning men grabbing a lifeline.

"Haha, hahaha, Wang Feng, you’re really something. Even Beastmen don’t want you, haha!" Mo Tong had arrived and was laughing uncontrollably, finding it hilarious that Wang Feng couldn’t even scam Beastmen, saving him the trouble of exposing him.

Even Yin Fu didn’t intervene this time, finding Wang Feng’s behavior… too strange. In the eyes of the Eight Comrades, crude Beastmen weren’t even considered human.

"Mo Tong, these two are my friends and members of Rose’s Holy Sanctuary. If you can’t show basic respect, please step aside!" Old Wang was delighted. Mo Tong’s outburst was perfect assistance. He stood up straight and declared, "In this day and age, I won’t tolerate your racist mindset. Even if you’re my junior, you must apologize for your words and actions!"

Mo Tong was speechless. What did he say???

His eyebrows raised. Damn it, without hitting him, he’s going to escalate again.

Yin Fu suddenly froze, realizing Wang Feng’s intention. This wasn’t just about challenging himself but also…

Yin Fu’s expression changed from confusion to admiration and shame. She pulled Mo Tong and bowed deeply, "I’m sorry, Senior Brother Wang Feng. My prejudice clouded my judgment. Dear classmates, I’m truly sorry."

"Yin Fu, what are you doing…"

Mo Tong, still disgruntled, was dragged away by Yin Fu, fearing he might explode if this continued.

"We’ll join." Kela spoke calmly, unlike the typical roughness of Beastmen.

Old Wang’s heart soared, putting on a serious face and grasping Kela’s hand, "Welcome to the Old Wang Team. From now on, we’re family!"

Kela and Wu Di were caught off guard by the human’s enthusiasm. While humans sometimes allied with Beastmen for certain benefits, they had never encountered someone like Wang Feng.

Years later, when Kela Senna had become the renowned Beast Goddess Warrior, the first hero of the Beastmen, she recalled: At that moment, he suddenly appeared before me and began his performance, his flashy eyes and exaggerated demeanor revealing the essence of his lies!

Why did you still agree to it then?

"Because of sincerity."

For the first time in the Nine Heavens World, someone defended the orcs against the lofty Eight Tribes.

—Excerpt from the Beast Deity Warrior's Memoirs.

"Yin Fu, why should I apologize? What I said was true!" Mo Tong stubbornly held his ground, always feeling awkward whenever he encountered Wang Feng.

Thinking about Wang Feng's serious demeanor just now, Yin Fu felt ashamed. In the Gandharva legend, a child born under blue moonlight is said to be the incarnation of the Moon God, possessing the purest soul and the kindest heart. She would spread the Moon God's light across the entire land, saving all beings from the depths of suffering.

And Yin Fu was that child born under blue moonlight. From a young age, she believed in kindness and the holy light, hoping to help and care for everyone with her own strength. This brought her joy and was the core of her faith.

However, just now, she realized her narrow-mindedness. In front of those who truly embody justice, she still had much to learn, like Principal Karida and Senior Brother Wang Feng.

Arrogance and prejudice are devils lurking deep within one's heart.

Orcs are also part of the League of Blades; they have lives and thoughts. They even paid a heavy price in the war against the Nine Gods, making significant contributions to the survival rights of the League of Blades and various races on this continent. Yet, people equate them with beasts merely because of their rough appearance. Such a perception is shallow and sinful.

Therefore, Senior Brother Wang Feng could have chosen not to participate in the assessment but willingly faced countless taunts to team up with the orcs. He did this to help them!

That's why Principal Karida, despite immense social pressure, admitted the orcs into Rose Academy. She did this to help them too!

These two individuals, the principal and the senior brother, are the true pioneers with responsibility, truly inheriting the ideals of Supreme Saint Wang Meng.

There is so much I need to learn from Senior Brother Wang Feng, far beyond just runes!

Yin Fu pulled Mo Tong away. She knew she couldn't convince him right away. Perhaps, she could only understand Princess Karida and Senior Brother Wang Feng. She knew she couldn't do what they did.

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"Wang Feng, is this enough?"

Kela and Wu Di finally filled out the team application form. The wide, wobbly letters were thickly drawn, easily evoking the image of giants holding small sticks and drawing on the beach.

(Combined chapters.)