Hearing Flender apologize to them, Zhao Wuji stepped forward and punched Flender, saying sternly.
"What is there to apologize for! We've been old brothers for so many years, we've weathered so many storms together, why bring this up now!"
Lu Qibin also chimed in.
"That's right! Even though you, Flender, are shameless, stingy, and ugly, there is truly nothing to fault when it comes to being our big brother!"
Hearing Lu Qibin evaluate Flender in such a way, the atmosphere on the field became lively again; Ma Hongjun wanted to laugh but didn't dare to.
Flender, hearing this mixed review, didn't know what to say, and finally managed to squeeze out one sentence.
"I thank you!"
Flender knew that Lu Qibin was doing it on purpose, not wanting him to overthink things, but some things didn't cease to exist just because one didn't want to think about them; what needed to be resolved still had to be resolved. Flender continued.
"Let's head back to the academy first; we've been out for several days!"
Looking at the dilapidated plaque of Shrek Academy before him, Flender felt a complex mix of emotions, but some mistakes were finally due to be corrected.
Flender entered the academy and arrived at the Great Training Field. A small bell appeared in his hand, and he began to summon the students.
"Dang, dang, dang, dang~"
"Dang, dang, dang, dang~"
"..."
After ringing the bell, Flender instructed Ma Hongjun.
"Hongjun, go bring Dai Mubai over as well; I have something to announce!"
Hearing his teacher's order, Ma Hongjun immediately complied.
Hearing the sound of Shrek summoning everyone, Yun Ming understood that Flender had returned, and he felt a sense of anticipation for what the outcome would be today.
Yun Ming walked out of his room and headed toward the Great Training Field. The others who heard the summoning bell also gathered toward the Great Training Field with various emotions.
When Yun Ming arrived at the Great Training Field and saw that Flender's hair, which had mostly been black, was now entirely white, he felt a complex mix of emotions.
Zhao Wuji and the others frowned when they saw Yun Ming, their expressions unkind, but seeing Flender's calm demeanor, they didn't say anything.
But was Flender really that calm? Not necessarily; he was feeling quite emotional inside. Flender had previously hoped that Yun Ming would join Shrek Academy and bring about change, and now, their Shrek Academy was indeed going to change because of Yun Ming's words, but this change was too great, and for Flender, it was also too painful.
The other students' expressions became fascinating when they saw Yun Ming arrive. Ning Rongrong and Xiao Wu were the most expressive; they might as well have had the words 'gossip' written on their faces.
Soon, Ma Hongjun pushed Dai Mubai, who had broken legs, to the field. Seeing Yun Ming on the field and thinking of everything that had started because of him, he shouted angrily.
"Yun Ming, you still dare to come?!!"
Looking at the indignant Ma Hongjun, Yun Ming said calmly.
"Why wouldn't I dare!"
Hearing Yun Ming's indifferent response, Ma Hongjun was so angry that his Phoenix Evil Fire was almost ignited. Just as he was about to say something more, he heard Flender say.
"Enough, Hongjun!"
Hearing his teacher speak, Ma Hongjun had no choice but to look away, out of sight and out of mind.
As for Dai Mubai, seeing Yun Ming again after a week, he didn't even dare to look at him, perhaps due to the combined effects of having his legs broken and the lingering trauma of Absolute Dominance.
Once Absolute Dominance crushed an opponent, the opponent's confidence would be crushed along with it. No matter when they faced the user of Absolute Dominance again, they would feel an inability to contend with them.
Yun Ming glanced at Dai Mubai without saying a word.
Seeing that everyone in Shrek Academy had arrived, and looking at their worried, confused, and suspicious expressions, Flender got to the point of the day.
"I brought everyone here today for only one thing!"
"And that is to notify you all!"
"From today on, Shrek Academy..."
"Is officially dissolved!!!"
Once the words were out, even though Flender had thought it through, made his decision, and prepared himself mentally, he still felt immense pain. That pain was like a sharp knife, stabbing deep into Flender's heart, cutting through his reason and leaving him unable to breathe.
Upon hearing Flender's decision, the Great Training Field fell into a deathly silence.
Although Yun Ming had imagined it before, when he heard that Shrek Academy was truly announcing its dissolution, he still felt a sense of sadness. Although the one truly feeling the sorrow was that man, he felt it as if it were his own.
The others on the scene were shocked by Flender's decision. Zhao Wuji, Ma Hongjun, and Oscar spoke up one after another.
Zhao Wuji: "Flender! Do you know what you are saying!!!"
Ma Hongjun: "Teacher, how can Shrek be dissolved!!!"
Oscar: "Dean, Shrek Academy is our home! It cannot be dissolved!!!"
Hearing the exclamations of the three, the other three teachers also woke up from the thunderbolt Flender had dropped and hurriedly tried to dissuade him.
"Flender, stop joking with us! It's not funny!!!"
"That's right! Although the academy isn't running well right now, as long as it doesn't dissolve, there will always be hope in the future!!!"
"..."
Zhao Wuji, Shao Xin, and the others had already heard the whole story from Ma Hongjun. At the time, after hearing all of Yun Ming's analysis, they had fallen silent on the spot. No matter how stubborn they were or how much they refused to admit it, they knew in their hearts that what Yun Ming said was true. Therefore, Zhao Wuji and the others knew very well that these words from Yun Ming would inevitably deal a heavy blow to Flender, but they hadn't expected the blow to be this severe!!!
Flender listened to the dissuasion of the others, but his heart remained unmoved. He waved his hand to stop them and continued.
"My mind is made up!"
"There is no need to discuss this any further!!!"
Seeing the resolute expression on Flender's face, the other teachers of Shrek Academy understood that it was impossible to sway him any longer.
"Sigh~"
Zhao Wuji let out a sigh, turned around, and walked toward his room. The other teachers shook their heads and followed closely behind. Although Zhao Wuji and the others did not view Shrek Academy with the same weight as Flender, they had truly dedicated twenty years of their lives to Shrek! Their feelings for the academy ran deep!!!
Watching his old companions depart in such low spirits, Flender did not feel good either. However, if he were to continue running Shrek Academy, could he solve the problems Yun Ming had raised? He could not.
Resources and funding were one thing, but the main issue was the vast gap in heritage. Even if his dearest friends came to help him, what use was Yu Xiaogang, with his level twenty-nine cultivation, almost zero personal training experience, and theories that were entirely armchair strategy? Flender might not have realized this problem before, but now that he knew, he had no face left to continue misleading his Disciple!!!
With his will solidified, Flender looked toward the final six students of Shrek. He first spoke to Ning Rongrong.
"Miss Ning, our Shrek Academy has already disbanded. You are no longer a student of Shrek, so you should leave as soon as possible!"
Seeing that Flender had officially announced the dissolution of Shrek Academy and that this grand drama had come to an end, Ning Rongrong began her basic duties as the young mistress of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.
"Since the academy has disbanded, why don't all the teachers and students join my Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect?"
ps: In the original work, Shrek Academy was completely tied to Tang San and his master, joining the ranks to oppose Martial Soul Hall and help Tang San take revenge. Now, with the intrusion of Yun Ming, let the first generation of Shrek end here!
Flender and Zhao Wuji are not exactly good people, but they do have some redeeming qualities. Flender giving up the academy for his students, and Zhao Wuji staying behind in the Star Dou Great Forest—these should count as some of the rare positive plot points in Douluo!
In any case, they are not of much use, so I won't let them be coerced into helping Tang San oppose Martial Soul Hall; let them go do what they ought to do.
The Second Generation Shrek (centered around Grandmaster and Tang God King) is the primary target for Yun Ming.
Seeking monthly tickets and recommendations.
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