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Jiang Zhen slowly descended from the sky, landing on the edge of the deep pit, and indifferently looked down at the lifeless corpse at the bottom of the pit.
The once-renowned Haotian Douluo is now nothing more than a handful of scorched earth in this desolate land.
Bing Di 's figure floated over, landing lightly beside him. He glanced at the horrific scene below, curled his lip, and said with a hint of dissatisfaction, "He got off too easily, dying so quickly. Disturbing my enjoyment, he deserved to be torn to pieces."
Jiang Zhen smiled slightly, already used to Bing Di 's ruthless words.
With a swift movement, he fell into the pit and skillfully removed all six pieces of soul bone left on Tang Hao 's corpse.
The soul bones shone with restrained light and possessed a profound aura; they were all exquisite pieces over ten thousand years old.
Although these soul bones are of little use to Jiang Zhen now, they are invaluable for rewarding subordinates and cultivating relationships.
He casually put the soul bone into his storage ring, as if he had just picked up a few stones.
"Bing'er, let's go."
Jiang Zhen took Bing Di 's hand, his tone tinged with helplessness, "I wanted to spend some quality time with you, but there are always some oblivious flies bothering us. This wonderful day has been wasted."
Bing Di let him lead her, but still looked back with some resentment and forcefully gripped Tang Hao 's charred corpse at the bottom of the pit!
Crack... Bang!
An extreme chill erupted instantly, covering Tang Hao 's mangled body with an indestructible layer of profound ice. Then, under the impact of the internal force, it shattered into countless ice crystal fragments, scattering everywhere.
Bing Di gave a soft hum, then followed Jiang Zhen, transforming into a stream of light and returning to Heaven Dou City.
...
Inside the Dugu Mansion.
In the pavilion in the back garden, Dugu Yan was curled up in Lan Xi 's arms like a lazy kitten.
The gentle aura of life emanating from Lan Xi was like a warm ocean, making her feel incredibly safe and comfortable, as if all her grievances could be soothed here.
Sensing Jiang Zhen and Bing Di approaching, Dugu Yan immediately sat up straight like a startled rabbit, her face slightly flushed, and she shyly smoothed the strands of hair at her temples.
Looking at the harmonious scene before him, tinged with a touch of girlish shyness, Jiang Zhen smiled gently and teased, "Oh, so Yanyan has found a safe haven with Lan Xi ?"
Dugu Yan's pretty face turned even redder, and she stamped her foot, saying coquettishly, "Don't laugh!"
Jiang Zhen's smile faded, and he said seriously, "Alright, enough joking. Get ready, tomorrow I'll take you to the Heavenly Dou Royal Academy to settle all the scores we owe you, and while we're at it, drop out. This lousy academy is better off gone!"
"Okay, okay!"
Upon hearing that they were going to teach those Shrek students a lesson, Dugu Yan immediately perked up, waving her little fists. "Especially that Yu Xiaogang who calls himself a 'master,' he has no skills but acts all high and mighty. All he does is point fingers at us all day, as if he's the only one who understands theory. He's utterly useless!"
However, she quickly realized her mistake, a hint of hesitation appearing on her face: "Drop out of school? But... Brother Jiang Zhen, I still want to participate in this year's All-Continent Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Tournament... That's the stage every young soul master dreams of!"
"Besides... what will happen to Lingling if I drop out? She's so introverted, and I'm her only good friend in the academy. Without me, she'll definitely..."
Ye Lingling is her best friend, and the two have a very deep bond. She could never abandon Ye Lingling.
At this moment, Lan Xi , who had been listening quietly, also raised her clear, beautiful eyes and looked at Jiang Zhen. She spoke softly, her voice carrying a natural gentleness and dependence: "Brother... I... I also want to participate in this elite competition..."
She was deeply dependent on Jiang Zhen, but also longed to experience trials and tribulations on a broader stage, just like him.
Jiang Zhen looked at the two girls in front of him, one charming and lively, the other gentle and tender, both staring at him expectantly, and couldn't help but touch his chin.
After a moment's thought, he made his decision and said with a smile, "Alright, since you all want to participate, then participate. Don't worry, Yanyan, dropping out of school doesn't mean you can't participate."
"I'll find you a suitable academy for nominal membership, and you can form your own team. There won't be any outsiders getting in the way. As for Ye Lingling, go ask her tomorrow. If she's willing, she can join you."
His gaze swept over Lan Xi and Dugu Yan, carrying an undeniable confidence: "Furthermore, before the competition begins, I will personally provide you with special training. Hehe... I guarantee you'll be completely transformed..."
...
The next day, early morning.
Jiang Zhen appeared in the sky above the Heaven Dou Royal Academy with Dugu Yan, and then slowly landed in front of the academy's office building.
Guided by Dugu Yan's familiarity with the area, the two went straight to the offices of the three education commissioners.
The atmosphere in the office was so heavy it was almost palpable.
Chief Education Committee member Meng Shenji, Second Seat Bai Baoshan, and Third Seat Zhilin, three Soul Douluo-level powerhouses, stood aside with embarrassed and uneasy expressions.
Sitting in the main seat was none other than Xue Qinghe, the Crown Prince of the Heavenly Dou Empire.
Qian Renxue was clearly not here for casual conversation today.
Her face was solemn, her eyes sharp, and she was reprimanding someone in a deep voice.
Standing opposite him was Flanders' "master" Yu Xiaogang.
Flender's eyes were bloodshot, and his already thin face looked even more haggard from anger and grief. He clenched his fists, as if he was trying his best to suppress his rage.
Yu Xiaogang's eyes darted around, but when he occasionally glanced at Qian Renxue, there was an indescribable complexity in his gaze and a faint, barely perceptible arrogance that he was trying to maintain. However, this arrogance seemed so ridiculous and pale under the power of the Crown Prince and the three education committee members.
"...Mr. Flender, Yu Xiaogang,"
Qian Renxue's voice was calm, yet carried an undeniable authority: "The heinous incident that occurred in Heaven Dou City yesterday had an extremely negative impact! A student harassed a woman in broad daylight, causing a conflict that resulted in the death of your esteemed teacher, Zhao Wuji, and even led to... the Haotian Douluo."
"As far as I know, the other party in this conflict is the recently crowned Taiyi Douluo, and that woman is also a Title Douluo!"
Her gaze swept over Flender and Yu Xiaogang, scrutinizing them: "I'd like to know how you manage your students? And how did you come to have such a grudge against these two Title Douluos?"
"Furthermore, those two Your Excellencies have a close relationship with His Excellency Dugu Bo, and Miss Dugu Yan is His Excellency Dugu's granddaughter, originally a core member of the Royal Fighting Team. Where do you place my Heavenly Dou Royal Academy? Where do you place the Empire?"
The three education commissioners were already sweating.
Meng Shenji was inwardly groaning. He had indeed valued Shrek Academy's teachers for their considerable strength and its students for their exceptional talent, hoping to strengthen the academy. Who would have thought that he would invite a group of jinxes!
Having provoked three Title Douluos at once, this is simply a catastrophe!
They are now filled with deep regret.
Flender opened his mouth, wanting to argue that although Ma Hongjun's behavior was inappropriate, it didn't warrant death; the other party's actions were far too ruthless, even Zhao Wuji...
But when he saw Qian Renxue's all-knowing eyes and the three education committee members' obvious unwillingness to protect them anymore, he swallowed his words back, leaving him only with a heart full of grief and helplessness.
When Qian Renxue mentioned "two titled Douluo", Yu Xiaogang trembled almost imperceptibly, as the fear from yesterday surged back into his heart.
He forced himself to remain calm and tried to reason with them: "Your Highness, while it is true that our student was at fault first, it is unbecoming for a Title Douluo to use such force against a junior... Moreover, I..."
He wanted to mention again his identity as a member of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan and an honorary elder of the Spirit Hall, but under Qian Renxue's gaze, which seemed to see through all his pretenses, he couldn't bring himself to say the rest.
Just then, the office door was gently pushed open, without knocking or announcing anything.
Jiang Zhen led Dugu Yan in, seemingly oblivious to everyone else.
In an instant, all eyes in the office were on them.
The moment Qian Renxue saw Jiang Zhen, a barely perceptible glint of surprise flashed deep in her eyes, but on the surface she maintained the composure of a prince and a perfectly measured "surprise".
She stood up first and smiled, "Your Majesty Taiyi, what brings you here? I was just discussing yesterday's events with the three members of the Education Committee."
"Taiyi Douluo?!"
This title was like a thunderclap, exploding in the ears of the three education commissioners, Meng Shenji, Bai Baoshan, and Zhilin, as well as Flender and Yu Xiaogang!
Jiang Zhen nodded slightly to Qian Renxue as a greeting, then his gaze fell on the three education committee members. His tone was calm, yet carried an imposing pressure:
"I have come here today for only two matters."
"First, Dugu Yan, withdraw from the Heaven Dou Royal Academy effective immediately."
"Secondly, what explanation does Heaven Dou Academy intend to give to those who offended me yesterday, and those involved?"