Conversation with Mu En

Shrek Academy, Sea God Island.

Like a gentle breeze, Zhou Huan reappeared in front of the Golden Tree.

More than six years have passed since we set sail, Sea God Island seems to remain unchanged, with no alterations to its architecture or scenery.

The only thing that Zhou Huan noticed was the Golden Tree in front of him.

Because the tree is becoming more and more lush.

With Zhou Huan's divine sense, he could tell at a glance that Mu En's soul was now extremely weak and would soon become nourishment for the Golden Tree.

Zhou Huan didn't really have any feelings for Mu En, the former Sea God Pavilion Master. After all, the two had never even spoken a word to each other during Mu En's lifetime. The only time they exchanged a few words was when Di Tian launched the Beast Tide to attack Shrek City.

However, because he had raised Sister Lexuan, Zhou Huan still respected Mu En.

As for the conspiracy theories in his previous life that Mu En was involved in the massacre of the Zhang family, there is absolutely no evidence for that. Zhou Huan naturally wouldn't care about that, because Sister Lexuan isn't stupid.

Therefore, upon arriving at the Golden Tree, Zhou Huan gave a slight student salute. "Mu En, you were looking for me?"

Immediately, the Golden Tree emitted a wisp of golden light, and Mu En's figure slowly coalesced in front of Zhou Huan, only his soul form was clearly more transparent than it had been a few years ago.

However, Mu En still looked like that kind and gentle old man.

Mu En scrutinized Zhou Huan closely, his eyes filled with shock, yet also a hint of joy. After a long pause, he said, "Your growth is simply unbelievable, but that's good. I can no longer see through you at all. Have you reached the god level or become Deity?"

Upon hearing this, Zhou Huan silently rolled her eyes in her mind, thinking to herself, "You talk as if you could see right through me before."

However, Zhou Huan would never say that outwardly. Instead, he replied, "I am not Deity. The reason I have reached my current level is because I fell into another world and gained some fortuitous opportunities."

Mu En nodded, no longer asking about Zhou Huan's strength, and instead asked, "Was it true that Tang San attacked you back then? What was the reason?"

Zhou Huan had no reason to hide anything, so he answered truthfully, "It was actually Tang Hao who made the move, but ultimately it was I who hindered some of Tang San's plans. The reason is actually quite simple: Tang San wanted to completely control Douluo Star."

Zhou Huan briefly told Mu En about the Spirit of the Douluo Plane and Tang Hao.

After hearing Mu En, Moon remained silent for a long time, seemingly lost in thought.

Zhou Huan wasn't in a hurry, after all, this old man had dedicated his entire life to Shrek, and even protected Shrek after his death. He probably wouldn't want Shrek to face the displeasure of the Deity because of Zhou Huan.

Moreover, that Deity was Tang San, one of the First Generation Shrek Seven Devils.

Even if Mu En chose to side with Tang San, Zhou Huan could understand it, since how could Shrek possibly defeat Deity?

However, if Mu En chooses Tang San, then Zhou Huan's relationship with Shrek will have to be severed, which would be better for both of them.

However, Zhou Huan had lived here for more than six years. Shrek was his place of growth and held many of his fondest memories. It would be hard for him to leave now.

Before entering Shrek Academy, Zhou Huan thought he was just a passerby. But people are not plants or trees, how can they be without feelings? After staying for a long time, feelings will inevitably develop. Many things do not develop the way you imagine them to be. Zhou Huan was obviously no exception.

Just then, Mu En spoke up, "Shrek will be on your side."

Upon hearing this, Zhou Huan looked at Mu En with some surprise. He really hadn't expected Mu En to directly declare that he was on his side.

According to Zhou Huan's idea, it would be best for Mu En and Shrek to choose neutrality and not take sides.

In this way, no matter how things develop, Shrek will never be involved.

Even if Zhou Huan dies and Tang San completely takes control of Douluo Star, it might not necessarily be a bad thing for Shrek Academy.

In reality, neither Mu En nor Shrek had any ability to help Tang San or Zhou Huan; Shrek needed to do was show an attitude.

Even so, Mu En still chose Zhou Huan, which made Zhou Huan somewhat relieved.

Seeing Zhou Huan's somewhat puzzled look, Mu En continued, "Actually, Shrek can only make a statement; they don't have the real strength to fight against Deity. But Shrek has never been Shrek of a single person or a single god, even if that god is Tang San, it's no exception."

"Even though you haven't done anything wrong, and you're still Sea God Pavilion member, he, as Deity, still attacked you. Shrek cannot condone Tang San's actions for this reason alone."

"Although the First Generation Seven Monsters laid the foundation for the Shrek Academy, the Shrek of today is the result of the hard work and spirit of countless predecessors over the past ten thousand years."

"Shrek will always uphold the principles of 'fairness' and 'justice.' Even if there is no absolute fairness and justice in the world, it will not stop us from striving for them."

"Therefore, Shrek will not change its spirit because of Zhou Huan, nor will it change its will because of Tang San."

"We can acknowledge Tang San's achievements ten thousand years ago, but we will not pay the price for his current mistakes. This is Shrek's choice."

To be honest, Zhou Huan was moved by Mu En's words.

Perhaps only Shrek like this could be liked by him, and could be called home by him.

But Mu En's next words almost broke Zhou Huan's composure. "Alright, now that we've talked about Shrek's mental choices, let's talk about the practical issues. You probably can't beat Tang San, so you should probably play it safe for now."

Zhou Huan: "..." You old geezer, you're quite humorous, aren't you?

If it were a one-on-one fight, would I be afraid of Tang San?

According to the timeline of the Divine Realm, Tang San only became a god in about twenty years. Although it is unknown how many years Tang San stayed in the Douluo Continent after becoming a god, it is estimated that it did not exceed thirty years.

In total, it's only been a little over fifty years. In such a short time, Zhou Huan doesn't believe that Deity like Tang San, who received the God Position Inheritance, could cultivate to the God King peak.

Let alone the God King peak, if Tang San were to lose his Asura God Position now, it's uncertain whether he would even be at the God King level anymore.

Therefore, Zhou Huan is not afraid of a one-on-one fight.

Unfortunately, they have a large group of Deity minions, so they don't need to fight you one-on-one.

Even the Godess of Kindness Lie Yan and the Evil God Ji Dong might help Tang San.

Therefore, Zhou Huan could only remain silent in the face of Mu En's words; explaining it would seem like a cover-up.

Then, Mu En added, "You should stay at Shrek Academy. Although it's called Sea God Island, it has absolutely no connection to the real Sea God Island or the Divine Realm, so there's nothing to worry about."

Zhou Huan shook his head and said, "Tang Hao has already made a move once. I don't think Tang San will risk violating the laws of the Divine Realm again, or at least not so soon. After all, five years in Douluo is only five days in the Divine Realm. Besides, even if he does make a move, I'm not afraid. Moreover, he won't find me so easily. So, I'm not worried about this."

Upon hearing this, Mu En nodded and said nothing more, because Zhou Huan's current level of strength was beyond his comprehension.

After much Zhou Huan, Zhou Huan finally asked, "Does Mu En wish to leave the Golden Tree?"

Although Mu En's soul was already very weak and was almost completely devoured by the Golden Tree, the power of the Floating Pagoda could still help Mu En escape from the Golden Tree.

However, Mu En resolutely shook his head and refused. "Returning to the Golden Tree is the destiny of the successive Sea God Pavilion Master, and it is also for the sake of the entire Shrek."

Zhou Huan frowned upon hearing this, but didn't say much, because he had detected that the Golden Tree was still functioning normally and was indeed constantly nourishing Sea God Island.

It seems that Ah Yin hasn't reached the point of devouring the Golden Tree yet.

Therefore, Zhou Huan couldn't possibly tell Mu En right now that the Sea God Pavilion Master of the past ten thousand years had ultimately become someone else's wedding dress, nourishing Tang San's mother.

After all, they haven't made a move yet.

Zhou Huan has no evidence to prove this, and to say it now would sound like a conspiracy theory, which is not convincing.

Afterwards, Zhou Huan chatted with Mu En for a few more minutes about Zhang Lexuan before leaving Golden Tree and heading towards his dormitory.