Storm Clouds Gather

Wang Dong'er had thoroughly enjoyed her rant, and no one else dared to speak, fearing they would be the next target of her insults.

They are all respectable people; how could they possibly curse like a little kid?

Even if you get scolded, it's still undignified.

You can't insult me if you insult them, okay?

On the other side, when Xuan Zi brought Huo Yuhao into the Sea God Pavilion and introduced his disciple to his uncle Mu En's expression was indescribably complicated.

In the Original work, Huo Yuhao was his disciple. Now, however, he has become Xuan Zi.

Of course, after having Yichen as his last disciple, he had no intention of taking on any more disciples. Presumably, in the Original work, it was Tang San's intervention that forced him to make an exception.

Now... is it actually a good thing?

But then again, can Xuan Zi really be a good teacher?

Although Mu En kept Huo Yuhao at a respectful distance, he wouldn't deliberately wish for Huo Yuhao's misfortune.

"Xuan Zi, now that you've made your decision, then teach this child well."

Hearing Mu En's approval, Xuan Zi was finally relieved and patted his chest to assure Mu En, "Don't worry, Uncle-Master. I have completely reformed."

Mu En nodded with some skepticism. Well, everyone has their own destiny. Who knows, maybe Xuan Zi and Huo Yuhao are just the chosen master and disciple?

"The Star Luo Empire has invited me to a banquet in Star Luo City. I'll leave Shrek in your care during this time."

"Ah?" Xuan Zi's joy at having just accepted a disciple hadn't even subsided when he shuddered. "Mu En, are you leaving again?"

Mu En's face hardened. "Look at yourself! Where's your arrogance as a Level 98 Super Douluo?!"

Xuan Zi hung his head dejectedly, realizing he was being overly paranoid and seeing threats everywhere.

"Guard Shrek well. I'll be back in a day or two."

"Yes..."

"If you're bored, why don't you go learn about Soul Tools from Qian Duoduo?" You, Xuan Zi, aren't in a crucial period for exchanging Soul Power talents. Just calm your mind, temper your temper, and isn't that better than indulging in extravagant eating and drinking every day?

Upon hearing the Soul Tool,"Xuan Zi instinctively opened his mouth to object. But remembering his promise to Mu En, he hesitated and relented, "Alright. I'll go learn."

After speaking of Xuan Zi, Mu En looked at Huo Yuhao.

Since the Diary System was updated, Mu En has been unable to hear the diary entries from Zhang Lexuan and Shen Yichen.

But...

He originally planned to send Shen Yichen and Zhang Lexuan to the Sun Moon Empire, so not being able to hear the content wasn't a big deal.

However, he was unaware that Huo Yun'er was hidden within Huo Yuhao 'Sea of Consciousness.

"Child, your name is Yuhao, right?"

Mu En waved to Huo Yuhao obediently took a few steps closer to Mu En.

"Xuan Zi, remember to go to the Treasure Appraisal Pavilion and retrieve a few Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures as a gift from this old man to Yuhao."

Yuhao, grow well at Shrek.

As long as you can attract the God King's attention, I will do my best to protect you...

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What Xu Jiawei and Mu En discussed at the banquet in the Star Luo Empire remains unknown to outsiders.

However, the relationship between Shrek and the Star Luo Empire became increasingly close.

The reconstruction of Shrek City, the upgrading of the Shrek Academy's outer campus facilities, and the unwavering support from the Star Luo Empire.

If this kind of "money-spraying" isn't too much, it's fine. After all, besides the Star Luo Empire, the other two major empires have also provided humanitarian aid to Shrek.

However, the Star Luo Empire seems determined to go all in, even if it means emptying the country's tax revenue.

Seeing that things were not going well, the other two great empires, regardless of why, followed the Star Luo Empire and also joined in the 'splurging'.

In this turbulent era, they dared not fall behind. They also had no idea whether the Star Luo Empire had obtained some inside information.

Anyway... it's just money. With a legacy spanning millennia, the empire isn't short of cash.

Shrek allied with one empire, causing panic among the other two. But when Shrek allied with all three major empires, it was the Sun Moon Empire that panicked.

The situation on the mainland is changing every single day.

Especially for an empire like the Sun Moon Empire, which is 'isolated from the world' and relies solely on Spies to transmit information, news of Shrek's decline had just spread a few days ago, and then Mu En displayed his great power just a few days later.

If it weren't for the four exceptionally talented Shrek Academy students at the Sun Moon Imperial Soul Engineering Academy, the Sun Moon Empire might have been even more panicked!

Inside the imperial palace of the Sun Moon Empire, the emperor paced back and forth, but due to his health, he began to cough after only a few steps.

After calming his breathing, the emperor sat on the ground, leaning against the dragon throne, his arms resting on it, his gaze Youyou.

"My health is deteriorating day by day..."

On one side, there are the Douluo Continent III Empire and Shrek Academy, who are happily united and sticking together for warmth.

On the other side was his own broken body, which wouldn't last much longer.

I've heard that, behind the scenes, the struggle for the throne is also heating up...

Fighting for the throne is nothing special. Using any means necessary is also nothing special. After all... that's how I became emperor, step by step.

However, the conclusions drawn from the perspectives of the prince and the emperor regarding the same event are indeed completely different.

Why couldn't the princes unite to resist foreign enemies?

"Heh~" The Sun Moon Emperor knew he was being too optimistic, but what human isn't prone to double standards?

"Your Majesty, Duke Jing Hongchen requests an audience."

The emperor, who had been contemplating life, suddenly brightened up. "Quickly, invite him in."

Soon, Jing Hongchen's sturdy figure appeared.

"Greetings, Your Majesty."

"My dear minister, have you found out about the talents and backgrounds of those four individuals?"

Jing Hongchen stroked his beard. "Your Majesty, I have already investigated thoroughly."

As he spoke, Jing Hongchen controlled his expression, his shock tinged with bewilderment, "Each of those four is more talented than my grandson."

"Shen Yichen, Martial Soul: Aolai Staff, Innate Full Soul Power. Level 24 at age seven."

"Shen Yixue, Martial Soul of Ultimate Ice and Snow, Innate Full Soul Power. Level 24 at age seven."

"Shen Yibing, Martial Soul Ice Jade Scorpion, Innate Full Soul Power. Six years old, level twenty-two."

"Di Qiu'er, Martial Soul: Golden Dragon Spear, Innate Full Soul Power. Level 18 at six years old."

"Furthermore, we don't know if they have a hidden Second Martial Soul."

"Besides, their team leader, Zhang Lexuan, is said to be at level 86 or 87, and her actual combat strength has probably long surpassed that of an ordinary Titled Douluo."

The emperor's face stiffened, his mind racing. After a moment, a ruthless glint flashed across his face. "My dear minister, tell me... could we..."

But before Jing Hongchen could respond, he rejected the idea.

Simply put, Mu En defeated a Limit Douluo in just two moves; this feat was simply too astonishing.

"Where does the future of the empire lie...?"

The emperor was bewildered. "No, I must find someone to test him. I don't believe that Mu En is truly invincible!"

"I've heard... that the Dragon Emperor Douluo and the Dragon God Douluo are evenly matched and are known as the Light and Dark Twin Dragons?"