"Sorry, I refuse."
Fang Yang's expression was as calm as water, without the slightest hesitation or wavering, and he spoke directly.
As soon as he finished speaking, Yun Ming and Ya Li were both full of shock, their eyes like torches, and they all looked at Fang Yang.
"Oh? You refuse?" Yun Ming raised his eyebrows slightly, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes.
He really didn't expect Fang Yang to refuse him so decisively.
Who was he? The strongest person on the Douluo Continent, the pillar of Shrek Academy, the Pavilion Master of the Sea God Pavilion, revered by the world as the Heaven Dou Douluo.
In the Spirit Master's world, countless people dreamed of becoming his Disciple. Even the status of a Named Disciple was enough to change one's life.
But the young man in front of him refused this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity without hesitation.
Ya Li was also full of doubt. Her beautiful eyes were fixed on Fang Yang, as if she wanted to see something on his face.
She also didn't expect Fang Yang to refuse such a rare opportunity to become a Disciple.
Fang Yang thought to himself, "I joined Shrek Academy to see Na'er, and I also plan to take over Shrek Academy."
He knew clearly that Shrek Academy would face a great catastrophe in the future.
The Sun Moon Federation, the Spirit Transfer Pagoda, and the Holy Spirit Cult would unite to bomb Shrek Academy.
At that time, the Sea God Pavilion Master Yun Ming and the other elders of the Sea God Pavilion would all die there.
Except for the cowardly old woman Long Yeyue, who would cling to life, almost all the other powerhouses in the Academy would be dead.
As the Personal Disciple of the Sea God Pavilion Master Yun Ming, Na'er would be able to control the entire Academy when Shrek Academy was leaderless.
The atmosphere in the room fell into a long silence, as if time had frozen at this moment, lasting for several breaths.
Yun Ming suddenly chuckled, breaking the heavy atmosphere: "Interesting, can you tell me your reason for refusing?"
"I don't want to."
Fang Yang said, three simple words, concise and to the point, without any prevarication.
Seeing this, Ya Li quickly said, "Fang Yang, you…"
She seemed to want to say something more, trying to persuade Fang Yang to change his mind.
"Sorry, Pavilion Master, Sister Ya Li." Fang Yang bowed slightly, his tone still firm.
Seeing that persuasion was fruitless, Ya Li gently called out to Na'er, who was still leisurely petting the cat next to her: "Na'er, come here for a moment."
"Okay, Master's wife."
Na'er, holding Xiao Hei, walked over with light steps, Xiao Hei comfortably narrowing its eyes in her arms.
"Na'er, persuade your brother." Ya Li said, with a hint of expectation in her eyes.
Na'er nodded gently upon hearing this.
"Brother…" She held Xiao Hei in her arms, her voice soft, with a hint of coquetry.
Fang Yang raised his hand and gently ruffled her purple hair, his tone gentle: "Na'er, brother doesn't want to become a Disciple."
"Mm, I'll listen to brother."
Na'er nodded obediently, no longer trying to persuade him. No matter what decision Fang Yang made, she would support him unconditionally.
Ya Li was a little helpless when she saw this. She had hoped that Na'er could persuade Fang Yang, but she didn't expect this girl to be so submissive to Fang Yang, completely not according to her expectations.
Fang Yang's clear reaffirmation of his attitude left her a little at a loss, not knowing what to do.
"Alright, if you don't want to, then so be it." Yun Ming's tone carried a hint of regret, but he did not force the issue.
As a powerful individual, he had his own pride and dignity.
"Thank you, Pavilion Master, for your understanding." Fang Yang bowed slightly.
Yun Ming looked deeply at Fang Yang, remembering this young man who had refused him.
Ya Li sighed softly and walked to Yun Ming's side, gently holding his hand.
She understood that although Yun Ming didn't show anything on the surface, he was somewhat disappointed inside.
"Ya Li, send Fang Yang back." Yun Ming said softly.
"Okay."
Ya Li responded softly, without saying much, just silently standing beside Yun Ming, giving him silent support.
Fang Yang turned to Na'er, his tone softening: "Na'er, I'm going back."
"Brother…"
Seeing this, a hint of reluctance flashed in Na'er's eyes, and she hesitated, as if she had a thousand words she wanted to say to her brother, but didn't know where to start.
Fang Yang smiled and comforted her: "Na'er, I'm in the Outer Court of Shrek Academy. If you miss me, you can come and find me anytime."
"Mm, okay." Na'er nodded obediently.
Just then, Xiao Hei, who had been quietly resting in Na'er's arms, suddenly broke free from her embrace and landed lightly on the ground.
It let out a soft meow at Na'er, as if saying goodbye to her, then its figure flashed, and it returned to Fang Yang's body, disappearing.
Ya Li said softly: "Let's go, Fang Yang."
"Okay, Sister Ya Li." Fang Yang took one last look at Na'er, then turned and followed Ya Li's footsteps.
Ya Li led Fang Yang away from the Sea God Pavilion, through the Inner Court, and all the way to the Outer Court.
...
Shrek Academy Outer Court.
"You guys say… Fang Yang, can that guy pass the assessment?" Xie Xie paced anxiously.
Tang Wulin patted his shoulder: "Don't worry, Fang Yang will definitely be fine. We all know his strength, passing the assessment shouldn't be difficult for him."
Zhang Yangzi and Wang Jinxi also nodded in agreement: "That's right, we have to believe in Fang Yang. He's always been reliable and won't disappoint us."
Xu Xiaoyan looked at Gu Yue, who was silently standing aside, and whispered, "Gu Yue, what do you think?"
Gu Yue smiled slightly, her voice calm: "He will certainly pass."
Under Gu Yue's leadership, Tang Wulin and the others all successfully passed the enrollment assessment.
Unlike the original story, they were no longer work-study students of Shrek Academy, but Outer Court students.
Suddenly, a familiar figure appeared before everyone.
"Teacher Wu."
Everyone greeted him in unison, their eyes revealing respect and familiarity.
"You all passed the enrollment assessment?" Wu Changkong's cold voice rang out.
"Of course."
Xie Xie puffed out his chest, his tone carrying a hint of pride.
"Oh, right, Teacher Wu."
Tang Wulin added, "Fang Yang was taken away by the Pavilion Master."
Everyone nodded in confirmation.
"I know."
Wu Changkong's expression was as usual. His deep gaze swept over everyone, and he continued: "Since you have all passed the assessment, you will officially begin your study life at Shrek Academy."
Xie Xie couldn't help but ask again: "Teacher Wu, Fang Yang… is he really alright?"
Wu Changkong nodded slightly: "No need to worry. To be personally assessed by the Pavilion Master is a rare opportunity for any student."
Everyone exchanged glances. Although they still had doubts in their hearts, they tacitly did not ask any more questions.
After all, they had absolute trust in both Wu Changkong and Fang Yang.
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