Trying to extort us? Not a chance!

Those who can join the Heaven Dou Royal Academy are all children of noble families.

The fact that the members of the Royal Fight Team Three can be called spoiled brats suggests that their family backgrounds are extraordinary.

As expected, after leaving the competition venue, Prince Xue Xing was severely criticized by Xue Ye.

Xue Ye only gave up after Xue Xing said she had a way to deal with the Shrek Academy, and issued an ultimatum—success was allowed, and even if it failed, it could not be traced back to the Imperial Family!

Prince Xue Xing's confidence naturally stemmed from the rule loopholes submitted by the Seven Treasures Team before the competition.

Before this regulation is implemented, he might as well take advantage of it.

Moreover, the families behind these seven people won't let this go easily. A group of nobles conspiring to frame someone—wouldn't capturing them be a piece of cake?

As the Opening Ceremony ended and the Seven Treasures Team was leaving the venue, they bumped into Ning Fengzhi and his companion.

"Greetings, Sovereign Ning (Uncle Ning) and Senior Bone Douluo." Everyone bowed in greeting.

Ning Rongrong asked curiously, "Dad, those people from the Shrek Academy are really awful, why are you still speaking up for them?"

Ning Fengzhi chuckled and offered no explanation.

After all, he wasn't directly involved; he was only stepping in to help because someone asked him to, and there was no need for him to offend anyone for it.

His gaze shifted to the Seven Treasures Team Members, and he nodded in satisfaction. "I am satisfied with your spirit and morale. If you maintain this level, you will definitely achieve great results."

"The ultimate goal of the Preliminary Round is simply to advance. Regardless of whether we achieve a perfect record, I, Ning, will provide an extra reward, so don't put too much pressure on yourself."

With that, Ning Fengzhi didn't linger.

After all, as a guest of the competition, and having clearly stated his relationship with the Seven Treasures Team, his prolonged stay here is bound to attract gossip.

Before leaving, he said, "Little Wu, His Crown Prince needs to see you. Come with me."

Wu Qi did not refuse.

Xue Qinghe also attended the Opening Ceremony; the reason for seeking him out is probably related to the competition.

Before long, led by Ning Fengzhi, Wu Qi arrived at a Teahouse near the competition venue.

Ning Fengzhi a few brief pleasantries with Xue Qinghe before getting up and leaving, leaving the space to the two of them.

For the past six months, Wu Qi has been training and has had virtually no contact with Xue Qinghe.

"Brother Little Wu, it's been a long time." Xue Qinghe waved warmly, gesturing for the other man to sit down beside him.

Wu Qi replied with a faint smile, "Indeed, it has been a long time. I wonder what Your Crown Prince has to say this time?"

Xue Qinghe was slightly surprised to sense the other party's current Soul Power Level.

To advance from Mid-Level Soul Ancestor to Soul King in just over half a year—such Talent is truly astonishing.

After a pause, he smiled and said, "It seems my worries were unfounded. With Brother Little Wu's strength, few can rival you in this This Tournament."

Without dwelling on the topic, he immediately asked, "Brother Little Wu, you must have seen Shrek Academy's performance today. Do you have any good countermeasures?"

Tang San openly embarrassed Xue Ye, and Yu Xiaogang, in a public setting, completely tore away the fig leaf of the Imperial Family.

This matter has become a disgrace to the Imperial Family. Although Xue Qinghe is kind to people, he is not one to be trifled with. How could he let this provocation go so easily?

Tang San is the son of an enemy, and Heaven Dou Royal Family is planning to take revenge. Xue Qinghe wants to take this opportunity to use the power of the Imperial Family family to kill Tang San.

Wu Qi understood his thoughts, but shook his head. "It's not that simple. Now that the Spirit Master Competition has begun, Tang Hao will definitely be protecting Tang San from the shadows."

"Kill Tang San. No one can stop Tang Hao when he's gone mad. In the end, it will only result in mutual destruction."

Xue Qinghe, not losing his composure, countered, "Then what's your plan?"

Wu Qi knew that Prince Xue Xing was vengeful.

Shrek Academy publicly humiliated him; this matter won't be easily forgotten.

Therefore, why not have Prince Xue Xing step in?

If Prince Xue Xing did a good job, Xue Qinghe would feel relieved. If he did a bad job, Xue Qinghe could use it as leverage to weaken his power.

"Why should we step into the limelight when we're in the shadows?" Wu Qi countered with a faint smile. "By quietly driving everything from behind the scenes, even if there's an investigation later, they might not be able to trace it back to us."

"Your Crown Prince, you're blinded by your own involvement. Sometimes, the more anxious you are, the greater the price you'll pay."

Xue Qinghe seemed lost in thought.

That evening, a group of people came to the gate of the Shrek Academy and caused trouble.

Among them were some who were hired, and others were family members of victims from the Royal Fight Team Three.

Prince Xue Xing has not yet reached an agreement with these nobles, so some of them want to settle the matter privately with the Shrek Academy.

To put it bluntly, the nobles sent their scions to the Heaven Dou Royal Academy to serve as hostages for the Imperial Family.

Especially during crucial periods such as leading troops into battle or seeking promotion, sending family members to academies was seen as a way of demonstrating loyalty to the Imperial Family.

Being used as a hostage means one's status within the family must be low. Some nobles felt that as long as Shrek Academy was willing to pay compensation to settle the matter privately, they could save face and let it go.

After all, there's no need to expend too much energy on a marginal person who has no chance of inheriting the Noble Rank.

Yu Xiaogang was reviewing the game with the Shrek Seven Devils when he heard the commotion outside. His expression darkened, he rushed out of the room, grabbed a passing student, and demanded, "Who's making such a racket here?"

The Shrek Seven Devils, also curious, stepped out of the room.

The student explained, "Teacher, there's someone outside demanding an explanation from the academy. They claim to be family members of members of the Imperial Fighting Team."

Hearing this, Yu Xiaogang sneered, "A bunch of weak losers, yet they dare to cause trouble at the academy!"

As he spoke, he walked towards the college gate.

The Shrek Seven Devils sneered and followed, waiting to see what would happen.

Outside the door, Flender was trying his best to calm the family members.

"Don't rush, please clarify which student from the Royal Fight Team Three is the parent of, and then we can discuss compensation."

Flender was very "honest" and fully agreed with Ning Fengzhi's suggestion.

After all, the power of nobles should not be underestimated. Offending them and secretly causing trouble for the Shrek Academy will inevitably lead to endless problems in the future.

Moreover, in his view, Shrek Academy was indeed at fault first.

After listening to Flender's persuasion, many parents gradually calmed down.

As the two sides prepared for further consultations, Yu Xiaogang forward.

"Flender, these people are just trying to extort money from the Shrek Academy, and you're still being so friendly to them? Have you lost your mind?!"

Upon hearing this, the parents, who had initially calmed down, had their anger reignited.

A mother fiercely accused, "How dare you say we're extorting you?! My son had no past grudges against you, nor any recent conflict, yet Shrek Academy openly attempted to murder him!"

Tang San stepped forward, his brows furrowed in disapproval. "If you're worried about your son getting hurt, then don't let him participate in the competition!"