Wu Changkong: Silver Moon Lord!

As the aged voice fell, all eyes around the long table instantly converged on Yun Ming's left side.

There sat an elderly woman dressed in very simple gray clothes. She was somewhat hunched over, her face was covered with deep wrinkles, and her silver hair was sparse. At first glance, she looked no different from any other elderly person enjoying their twilight years in an ordinary street.

However, when she looked up, her eyes shone with an astonishing light!

It is not the youthful clarity and agility, but a profound depth refined through the trials and tribulations of life.

To be able to sit firmly beside Yun Ming, the Sea God Pavilion, one's identity and strength must be extraordinary.

She is currently the most Elder in the academy, and her strength is second only to Yun Ming.

Her name is Long Yeyue, and her title is Light and Darkness!

The incident of slapping Qian Gu Die Ting, the master of the Spirit Transmission Pagoda, was done by her.

The almost disdainful look she gave to the Spirit Pagoda seemed perfectly natural within the Sea God Pavilion at this moment.

Sensing the focused gazes of the crowd, Long Yeyue's aged voice continued to ring out.

"Spirit Ice Douluo was originally from the academy, and the foundation he left behind is, in the end, deeply connected with Shrek Academy."

She paused briefly, a faint smile playing on her lips, "If this child named Huo Yuhao were willing to leave the Spirit Pagoda and join the orthodox sect, Leng Yaozhu, a mere junior, dare to cause trouble at Shrek Academy?!"

These words, spoken in a plain tone, exuded an unparalleled air of dominance and confidence.

Upon hearing this, many of the Elder who had been hesitant immediately had a glint in their eyes. It was safest to leave a genius like Huo Yuhao at the Shrek Academy.

With Long Yeyue's support, Cai Yue'er was greatly encouraged and immediately said, "Elder Long is absolutely right! As long as Huo Yuhao himself agrees, who would dare to stop Shrek from recruiting talents?"

Her words were filled with Shrek's usual pride and domineering attitude, as if she already considered that unparalleled genius as something she had already got her hands on.

"Elder Long."

Yun Ming's voice rang out, more somber and serious than before. He clearly did not agree with Long Yeyue's almost forceful logic.

However, just as he was about to continue, Long Yeyue turned her head, her insightful eyes meeting his gaze and silencing his unspoken words.

"Yun Ming, I'm doing this for the future of the academy."

"That Huo Yuhao is too young."

"Given the talent he has displayed, it's almost a certainty that he will reach the pinnacle of the continent in the future."

She leaned forward slightly, a deep worry appearing on her aged face.

"If such a figure, destined to stand at the pinnacle of the era, ultimately becomes the Tower Master of the Spirit Pagoda."

"Will Shrek Academy then be relegated to a subordinate position under the Spirit Pagoda?"

Her voice suddenly rose, carrying an unavoidable question, "Can you bear to watch Shrek's millennia-old legacy and glory decline in your hands?"

These words are utterly hurtful!

Long Yeyue knew Yun Ming all too well. This Number One Person on the continent had devoted his entire life's work and all his beliefs to the legacy and foundation of Shrek.

Protecting it and glorifying it has long transcended personal honor and disgrace, becoming the meaning of his existence.

She accurately grasped Yun Ming's deepest obsession and sense of responsibility.

Yun Ming fell silent.

Because he had seen Huo Yuhao with his own eyes, he knew better than anyone else that what Long Yeyue said was true.

Among the younger generation, Huo Yuhao is undoubtedly number one, unmatched by anyone.

After a suffocating silence, Yun Ming let out a barely audible sigh.

That sigh contained the helplessness of having one's secrets exposed, the weighing of the future, and the heavy concerns of someone in a high position.

He finally raised his eyes, his gaze turning to Cai Yue'er, who had been waiting for him, his expression complex.

"You can handle this matter."

"However, it is essential to pay attention to the methods and approaches."

His gaze sharpened, fixing on Cai Yue'er: "Remember, if Huo Yuhao himself... disagrees..."

"Let's drop this matter."

"No one should force others, and certainly no one should use their power to oppress them."

Upon hearing this, Cai Yue'er immediately replied, "Rest assured, Pavilion Master! I will act with caution and will certainly not fail your trust!"

The Sea God Pavilion Meeting came to an end, and the Elder then left one after another.

Only two figures remain beside the long table, dappled light and shadow flowing silently over them.

Yun Ming remained silent for a long time before finally letting out another almost inaudible sigh.

A warm, soft hand reached out from the side and gently covered the back of his hand, which was resting on the armrest.

Ya Li spoke softly, her voice like a clear spring.

"Ming-ge, if you are truly unwilling, even if Elder Long insists, you may not be able to compromise."

Yun Ming took her hand in his, and the warmth from her fingertips eased his tense mind.

He raised his other hand and rubbed his temples wearily.

"Elder Long is, after all, an elder." His voice was low, tinged with a hint of helplessness. "Moreover, if we don't let them try, many people's lingering thoughts will likely remain unresolved, potentially causing further complications in the future."

Upon hearing this, Ya Li's lips curled slightly. "Judging from your tone... it seems you don't really believe that Yue'er can bring Huo Yuhao back to the academy?"

Yun Ming did not answer directly, but instead turned his head slightly to look at the woman beside him.

After a moment of silence, he said, "I'm afraid it will be troublesome for you to make a trip to Tianhai as well."

"I'm worried that, given Cai Yue'er's personality, she might cause unnecessary trouble."

Without the slightest hesitation, Ya Li nodded gently, her smile warm yet firm, "Okay."

Another day has passed.

The online uproar about Shrek's defeat has not subsided; on the contrary, it seems to be escalating.

The lobby of Heaven Sea Hotel was brightly lit and bustling with people.

The boys from Class Zero had just returned from playing on the seaside promenade, still carrying the slightly salty scent of the sea breeze and the relaxed feeling of their playful antics.

However, this sense of ease froze the moment she stepped through the hotel's revolving door.

Facing them, several familiar figures walked towards them, none other than the Shrek Team members who had been defeated by them before.

The students in Class Zero instinctively stopped in their tracks.

Xie Xie tensed up almost immediately, lowering his voice. "They're blocking this spot... Could it be that they lost and are looking for trouble?"

Tang Wulin's gaze swept quickly across the faces of the people opposite him. He shook his head slightly. "It doesn't seem like it, and the teacher leading the team is still here."

Huo Yuhao had already activated his Spirit Detection and warned, "Be careful, there's an even stronger aura lurking behind them... it's Titled Douluo."

Upon hearing this, the expressions of the people beside him instantly changed.

Almost at the same moment Huo Yuhao spoke, a cold and stern figure stepped forward without hesitation, completely protecting the five students behind him.

Wu Changkong's gaze did not fall on Shen Yi or the Shrek Academy students in front of him, but passed right through them and locked onto a certain place behind him.

His clear and steady voice resounded distinctly in the vast hotel lobby. "Your Silver Moon Lord!"

This greeting instantly broke the original noisy rhythm of the hotel lobby.

Many guests and staff members stopped in their tracks, casting curious or surprised glances in their direction.

Only the top Titled Douluo on the continent can be called "Your Majesty"!

As soon as Wu Changkong finished speaking, a figure silently appeared three steps away from Wu Changkong.

The woman was dressed in an elegant silver dress, her hair was styled in a high bun, and she looked to be over fifty years old, but she was well-maintained.

It was none other than Silver Moon Douluo Cai Yue'er and Dean of the Outer Court of the Shrek Academy.

She was expressionless, exuding Wu Changkong without anger, as she sized up Wu Changkong before her.

A moment later, she let out a soft, ambiguous hum from her nose.

Wu Changkong's heart tightened suddenly.

Having come from Shrek Inner Court, he knew the temperament of the Dean of the Outer Court very well.

Cai Yue'er is always decisive and efficient, has a strong desire for control, and sometimes uses ruthless and even merciless methods to achieve her goals.

Using "bad" to describe it might be too subjective, but its tough style is well-known even among the college's senior management.

Since Cai Yue'er was waiting for these people from Class Zero here, she naturally didn't mind being seen; in fact, she did it intentionally.

Wu Changkong suppressed his emotions and spoke again, "Your Silver Moon Lord has come in person. May I ask what brings you here?"