Ao Yue's Movements, Their Separate Futures

Spirit City, Lingyu Escort Agency.

A month has passed since the All-Continent Advanced Spirit Master Academy Elite Tournament. Ever since Ao Yue's Lingyu Team was defeated by the Spirit Hall Academy Team, he has been staying at the Lingyu Escort Agency.

On the surface, he locked himself up because he couldn't accept his younger brother's strength. Only today did he step out of his room and come to the Training Ground.

Looking at Ao Yue, Luo Ying couldn't help but feel a pang of heartache. Luo Ying was now considered a high-ranking member of the Sword Sect, and she had heard about many things.

As the older brother Ao Yue lost to his younger Oscar, and in a way that was almost overwhelming. This would be hard for anyone to accept, especially since Ao Yue was a proud genius.

As Luo Ying watched Ao Yue unleash his full power in the Training Ground, she couldn't help but worry about one of the Spirit King sparring with him.

Although Ao Yue no match for Oscar, his strength is by no means inferior. At level 55, he is capable of dealing with a beginner Soul Emperor. At this moment, he is venting his frustrations of the past month, so one can imagine the terrifying onslaught his opponent will endure.

After a long while, when Ao Yue had vented his anger, his opponent was almost too weak to stand up. Luo Ying then walked to Ao Yue's side and said softly, "The Spirit Hall Saintess has come to see you five times this month. Now that you've come out, why don't you go and see her?"

Ao Yue paused for a moment upon hearing this, then nodded. "I understand."

Just as Ao Yue was about to leave, Luo Ying handed him a secret letter. "The sect sent it half a month ago, but you have been staying at home, so we didn't give it to you."

Ao Yue took the secret letter, opened it, read it, and his expression changed slightly, but he didn't say anything more.

Afterwards, Ao Yue washed up and tidied himself up before heading to the Spirit Hall. With Hu Liena's warrant, Ao Yue quickly arrived at her residence.

Hu Liena wasn't there at first, but after the servants sent out the news of Ao Yue's arrival, Hu Liena came over shortly afterward.

Seeing Ao Yue, Hu Liena finally felt relieved. "You've been alright this past month, haven't you?"

Ao Yue followed Hu Liena into the house and sat down. He took the Fragrant Honey Hu Liena offered him, smiled, and shook his head. "It's alright. I can't compare to him, but I won't give up like this."

Hearing this, Hu Liena sighed, took out an envelope from her Soul Tool and handed it to Ao Yue, saying, "I understand what you mean, but this time you have no choice but to give up."

Upon hearing this, Ao Yue frowned, put down the Fragrant Honey he hadn't yet tasted, and took the envelope.

After reading the contents of the envelope, Ao Yue's face, which had regained some vitality, turned ashen.

Hu Liena sighed, "This is a secret letter that was sent back from Heaven Dou City half a month ago. After Oscar leaves the academy, he will take over the affairs of the Sword Sect. His position is already unshakeable."

Ao Yue remained silent for a long time before finally speaking in a low voice, "Are they in such a hurry? The sect leader is at the peak of his power, and they're already letting him take over the sect? What about me? I've been cultivating diligently every moment, my mind is entirely on the sect, why..."

Ao Yue took out the secret letter that Luo Ying had given him. Hu Liena picked it up and glanced at it, and then her expression changed repeatedly.

Hu Liena said angrily, "They're determined to lock you up. What kind of training is this? It's nothing more than making you Oscar's pawn after he takes over the position!"

Looking at the sulking Hu Liena, Ao Yue took her hand and said, "This is the clan; that seat can only be occupied by one person."

"The sect knows my talent. Since I can't take that position, I naturally have to become the sharpest sword. Now that the Sword Sect has only been around for a short time, it's time to expand its territory."

Hu Liena knew this principle, but she was still unwilling. Now, everyone could see what was going on between her and Ao Yue, and the Sword Sect was nothing special. It was impossible for them to push their future sect leader out to marry the Spirit Hall Saintess.

Therefore, they can use Ao Yue as their sharpest sword. When Ao Yue and Hu Liena marry, they can not only be on good terms with the Spirit Hall, but they also won't have to pay too high a price.

This is like a marriage alliance between two large families, with one side having a legitimate daughter and the other a son born out of wedlock.

Bibi Dong originally wanted to use the relationship between Ao Yue and Hu Liena to bind the Sword Sect. Now that Ao Yue has lost the opportunity to compete for that position, it is even more difficult to bind the Sword Sect.

Although they can be allies, it won't be a matter of one dominating the other, and the Spirit Hall will not have the upper hand.

After a long silence, Hu Liena said Youyou, "If, and I mean if, the Spirit Hall could find a way to help you get that position, would you... be willing?"

Upon hearing this, Ao Yue suddenly looked up at Hu Liena. Anyone who wasn't a fool could understand the meaning behind Hu Liena's words.

There's only one way to promote Ao Yue to power: eliminate Oscar. Otherwise, why wouldn't the Sword Sect choose Ao Yue, who is mutually attracted to the Spirit Hall Saintess?

This shows that the Sword Sect is unwilling to be controlled by the Spirit Hall, and the two are at most allies.

However, Bibi Dong's ambitions were too great. She wanted more than just a Sword Sect; she wanted the entire continent. Therefore, she naturally wouldn't allow anything unexpected to happen.

Hu Liena's words were undoubtedly a message to Ao Yue: they helped Ao Yue rise to power, but what they would have to give up after that was self-evident, since there's no such thing as a free lunch.

After a moment of contemplation, Ao Yue slowly said, "No matter what choice the sect makes, it is my destiny. I was born into the sect, and the sect nurtured me. Without the sect, I would not be who I am today."

"Nana, I understand what you mean, but I can't do anything that would harm the sect. Otherwise, what's the difference between me and an animal?"

Hu Liena didn't need Ao Yue to say anything; she knew exactly what Ao Yue would choose. But things are up to people.

Hu Liena held Ao Yue's hands tightly. "I knew you would say that, but you are not alone now, you still have me."

"For my sake, you're not even willing to take a gamble?"

Hu Liena is very confident in her charm. Of course, for Ao Yue, Hu Liena's confidence is not in her charm, but in the fact that after so many years of being together, she feels that she and Ao Yue have developed a resonance.

Upon hearing this, Ao Yue paused for a moment, his eyes showing some struggle. "But... if I can even betray my sect, what kind of person do you think I would be?"

Hu Liena seemed to have guessed what Ao Yue would say, and gently comforted him, "How could I let you do such a thing? You are just trying to get a position you can hold, and the Sword Sect will still be the Sword Sect."

"It's just that you'll be the Sword Sect Master and I'll be the Spirit Hall Pope."

Upon hearing this, Ao Yue's eyes widened suddenly. "You mean..."

Before Ao Yue could speak, Hu Liena continued, "That's right, I won't marry into the Sword Sect, but although we're not husband and wife, we can be better than husband and wife."

"I've already discussed it with my teacher. I'll have two children for you. One will take your surname and join the Sword Sect. The other will take my surname and stay in the Spirit Hall."

Upon hearing this, Ao Yue felt somewhat incredulous. Was this still the same love-obsessed character from the original novel?

If what Hu Liena said is true, then in less than fifty years, will there be any difference between the Sword Sect and the Spirit Hall?

Ao Yue had given Hu Liena a rough idea of the Sword Sect's strength: at least five Titled Douluo ...

If this force also joins the Spirit Hall, the Spirit Hall will not only unify the continent faster in the future, but the dynasty will also be extremely stable.

"Nana, you..." Ao Yue's expression showed disbelief.

Hu Liena sat down next to Ao Yue and leaned on his shoulder. "Yue, our identities dictate what we have to do. Since that's the case, why can't we maximize our benefits?"

Ao Yue fell silent again, and after a long while, he slowly said, "Give me some time, I'll think about it."

Hearing this, Hu Liena knew that Ao Yue was at least interested, so she didn't dwell on the matter any longer and said softly, "I'll be leaving in two months."

Hu Liena once again stirred Ao Yue's thoughts. "Where to?"

"Death Canyon," Hu Liena replied. "You must have realized that those three Spirit Bones were originally prepared for us by our teacher, but we couldn't keep them. Our teacher said that my brother, Yan, and I would train in Death Canyon for a year... Life and death are in the hands of fate!"

Upon hearing this, Ao Yue and Hu Liena exchanged a glance. "Just three people? Living there for a year?"

Hu Liena nodded. "Losing three Top-grade Spirit Bone is already a very good punishment."

After staring at Hu Liena for a long time, Ao Yue finally spoke, "I'll come see you when I have time."

Hu Liena smiled slightly, "You should solve your own problems first. It's not easy for you to reach the Soul Saint realm within five years. They just want you to focus all your energy on cultivation."

Thinking of the contents of the secret letter, Ao Yue couldn't help but frown. He was currently level 55. Excluding the level he gained from absorbing the Soul Ring, he would have gained at least 14 levels of Soul Power in five years, which was nearly 3 levels per year. Even for a genius, this cultivation speed was quite difficult after reaching level 50.

To achieve this goal, Ao Yue may not have the time or inclination to think about anything else for the next five years.

Hu Liena saw this information as a pretext for the Sword Sect to prevent Ao Yue from getting involved in affairs, while Oscar was not subject to this restriction during this period and could directly take over sect affairs.

Ao Yue shook his head helplessly. "This is the sect leader's decision, and I have no way to disobey it."

After a pause, Ao Yue said in a low voice, "However, I will seriously consider what you said earlier, and I will give you any news as soon as possible."

"I'm going to cultivate diligently, but the sect leader can't possibly prevent me from seeing my beloved."

Upon hearing this, Hu Liena's face lit up with a bright smile, making her even more alluring.

With the business settled, Hu Liena and Ao Yue started chatting about everyday things, mostly exchanging sweet nothings and flirting...

Heaven Dou City, Shrek Academy.

Oscar didn't expect that Hu Liena not only wasn't love-struck, but also planned this. Although Bibi Dong was definitely behind it, Oscar wasn't worried at all, because Bibi Dong and Hu Liena could never have imagined that Ao Yue was actually Oscar!

Their conspiracy is no secret to Oscar now, and Oscar can make good use of his identity as Ao Yue to give them an Infernal Affairs mission!

Only Oscar, Dugu Yan, Flender, Liu Erlong, and Zhao Wuji remained in the dean's office.

After the competition ended, they stayed at the academy for half a month. The academy held a graduation ceremony for everyone. Now, Dai Mubai, Zhu Zhuqing, and Ma Hongjun are on their way to the Star Luo Empire.

Ning Rongrong returned to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, while Tang San took Xiao Wu to travel the continent, embarking on a journey to find his father.

Tai Long, Jing Ling, Huang Yuan, and Jiang Zhu became the new leaders of the academy, and they prepared with all their might for the All-Continent Advanced Spirit Master Academy Elite Tournament five years later, determined to win two consecutive championships.

Now only Oscar and Dugu Yan remain in the academy, because they are clones.

Flender said, "Since you are all clones, why don't you stay at the academy? Xiao Ao, you are not only a gifted genius, but also a perfect teacher."

Upon hearing this, Oscar and Dugu Yan exchanged a glance, both seeing helplessness in each other's eyes.

Oscar shook his head helplessly. "Dean, it's been ten years, haven't you squeezed enough out of me yet?"

Flender just smiled and said, "Anyway, it's just a waste of your energy. I've been your dean for ten years, so I should take care of the old man."

Oscar enrolled at Shrek at the age of six, and now he is sixteen years old; ten years have passed in the blink of an eye.

Oscar replied, "Dean, I've handed in everything I was supposed to. There's not much point in me staying any longer. You've been slacking off for ten years, it's time for you to get some exercise. We can't keep letting Old Zhao do all the work all the time."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Wuji nodded in agreement. "A shrewd merchant!"

Oscar continued, "This clone also has things to do. I will be appearing on the continent from now on, but I can no longer stay in the academy, otherwise the Spirit Hall will become suspicious."

Upon hearing this, Flender seemed to ponder, and Liu Erlong slapped Flender across the face. "Xiao Ao is right. You're wasting public resources by staying in the office all day. It's time for you to shine and contribute."

After Liu Erlong spoke, Flender dared not refute her anymore; the female Tyrannosaurus Warrior was not so easily fooled.

Seeing that relying on his seniority wouldn't work, Flender lost his playful mood and said seriously, "In that case, you can go do your own thing without worry. If anything happens, just let us old folks know. We still have some strength."

Liu Erlong also smiled and said, "Xiao Ao, Yan Yan, you must remember to come back to the academy often. Five years is too long."

Dugu Yan replied, "Don't worry, Teacher Erlong, we'll come back to see you whenever we have time."

Zhao Wuji patted Oscar on the shoulder. "Kid, you'd better make Shrek Academy proud when you get out of here."

Oscar smiled and said, "Don't worry, Lao Zhao. From now on, if anyone asks me, I'll just say it's because you taught me well."

Hearing this, everyone laughed. Zhao Wuji had been busy working for the academy for years, and Shrek had long since become his home.

After exchanging pleasantries, before Oscar and Dugu Yan left, Flender solemnly said, "Now that the academy is gaining fame, it can continuously supply the Sword Sect with talents every year. Kid, this world is yours to do as you please. I look forward to the days when you can help us old folks retire."

Oscar bowed to Flender: "I have no parents, but you teachers are. Oscar will always remember your kindness in raising and educating me."

After Oscar led Dugu Yan away from the academy, Flender and Zhao Wuji were almost moved to tears.

The feeling of watching their child grow up and achieve such outstanding results gives them a sense of parenthood.

Liu Erlong was similar. Although she hadn't spent as much time with Oscar and his group of Little Monster as Flender and the others, she had still invested her feelings in them.

In the evening, Shao Xin, Li Yusong, Lu Qibin, and others finished their work and then gathered with Flender and the others.

Shao Xin's round face was full of reluctance. "Xiao Ao has been able to endure hardship since he was a child. He has eaten a lot of my Candy Beans. I haven't had time to give him any more yet."

Li Yusong also said, "This child started practicing with me when he was six years old, carrying a stick. In the blink of an eye, he's already an adult."

Lu Qibin said, "He is the most talented child I have ever seen. He learned everything I had learned in my entire life at the age of eight, and now he has created so many miraculous theories. Ten years have passed in the blink of an eye..."

Oscar is the child they've poured the most heart and soul into. They've raised him like a son since he was six years old. Now that he's grown up and wants to go out and make his own way in the world, they're starting to feel reluctant to let him go.

Liu Erlong didn't find it pretentious at all as she watched the group of grown men drinking and getting sentimental. Instead, she was somewhat envious of these older men for having such a treasure as Oscar as their "son."

Flender smiled and said, "Hongjun is not bad either; he's my last disciple!"

Zhao Wuji said, "Yes, back then I was Little Fatty, always following Xiao Ao around like a little shadow. I never thought I'd be an adult now..."

Li Yusong sighed softly, "It won't be long before they surpass us old men..."

P. S.: Typos will be corrected first and then fixed later.