Terrifying Lu Li, Titled Douluo? [Seeking Follow-up]

"Even if that guy wanted to track me down, he probably wouldn't expect me to be in Eastsea City."

A petite, delicate girl adorned with dark purple bells flashed through Lu Li's mind, but he quickly shook his head.

Eastsea City, how could he possibly be found here?

"Ring-a-ling..."

Just then, a sound rang out; it was Lu Li's communication Soul Tool.

"Your Excellency Lu Li, I noticed you aren't at the academy. Do you have a moment, and is it convenient to take a call?"

After he answered, the voice of an old man came through the communicator, filled with respect. It was none other than Yu Lian, the dean of Eastsea Academy.

"Hmm, what is it, Dean?"

Lu Li's expression remained calm as he replied.

"It is like this, Your Excellency Lu Li."

"I'm sure you are aware that our Eastsea Academy has always had the tradition of the Class Promotion Tournament, but this year is a bit different."

"In this year's Grade One, Class One, there are four geniuses whose strength is simply too far beyond the standard. Among them, Gu Yue's cultivation level even crushes the average fifth-grade student in the primary department."

"If we let them continue to participate in the Class Promotion Tournament, I fear it will have a massive impact on the academy."

"Conversely, if we pull them out separately and concentrate our resources on nurturing them, they will likely have much better development."

Yu Lian spoke truthfully. This batch of students was the most outrageous one since the founding of Eastsea Academy; following the old model was no longer viable.

As the saying goes, if a path is blocked, one must open it with their fists. In such special circumstances, special arrangements must naturally be made!

"Hmm."

"I understand what you mean: gather the little ones together and cultivate them with the academy's top-tier resources."

Lu Li nodded. The catalyst for the establishment of the Zero Class in the original story was Tang Wulin defeating the Martial Soul Fusion Skill of Wang Jinxi and Zhang Yangzi.

And now, the cultivation level Gu Yue had displayed had clearly surpassed that of Tang Wulin at the time.

"Your Excellency Lu Li, you are absolutely right! That is exactly what I was thinking. Although our Eastsea Academy is only a small academy and cannot produce the world's top talents, but..."

"The children's talent is so good that we certainly cannot let them be buried in the academy; we must let them have a broader sky."

Yu Lian laughed in response and said earnestly.

"I intend to establish a special class, the Zero Class, and have Gu Yue, Wang Jinxi, Zhang Yangzi, Wei Xiaofeng, Xie Xie, and that Tang Wulin you think highly of, all join it."

"Let them receive the best resources in Eastsea and the best training. I don't think the results will be too bad:"

"Looking ahead, they will go to higher-level institutions in a few years, and perhaps even have the opportunity to be admitted to Shrek Academy or the Sun Moon Imperial Soul Engineering Academy."

"Looking at the near future, next year is the time for the Tianhai Alliance Tournament. With the children's abilities, they will surely be able to win the top prize."

"Do you think this plan is feasible? If so, perhaps you and Wu Changkong could serve as the head teacher and deputy head teacher to lead the children's growth."

Yu Lian didn't have the airs of a dean at all; at this moment, he was more like a loyal subordinate asking with respect.

His vision was undoubtedly long-term. Although His Excellency Lu Li was unwilling to reveal his identity, as long as he remained at the academy for one day, Eastsea Academy would surely flourish in the future.

As for the few geniuses led by Gu Yue.

He wasn't arrogant enough to think he could keep them in Eastsea forever. Perhaps he could until they were thirteen or fourteen, but after that, going to a higher-level academy was inevitable.

His plan was quite mature: cultivate them, have them eventually get into the top-tier Shrek Academy, and become the legends of Eastsea City, making Eastsea Academy famous throughout the world!

"The Dean's plan is so well-thought-out, it is certainly feasible. I have no issues on my end; just arrange it as you said."

Lu Li replied with a smile.

"Yes, Your Excellency Lu Li!"

Yu Lian didn't take up much of Lu Li's time. After saying a few more words of loyalty, he ended the call.

And in Lu Li's mind, a new task was generated at this moment:

[Under your observation, Eastsea Academy has established a new class for special geniuses, the Zero Class, which will house all the top geniuses of the entire first grade.]

[And you are clearly not on the list of students. Even though you know your talent is average, you still feel a sense of unwillingness.]

[Everyone is nine years old; why can they do it and you cannot? Holding this attitude, you have set joining the Zero Class for study as your current goal.]

[Current Task: Join the Zero Class]

[Task Reward: One hundred-year-old spiritual herb]

"A task to join the Zero Class, huh."

Lu Li chuckled. Well, as a teacher of the Zero Class, he was indeed not a student of the Zero Class; the system was right.

But this task reward...?

Wasn't it a bit too basic?

"A hundred-year-old spiritual herb."

"My teacher didn't even use this stuff when preparing my medicinal baths back in the day."

Lu Li thought to himself silently, though come to think of it, it had been so long since he last bathed with his teacher...

Uh, does he seem a bit off?

"Do not think improper thoughts, do not dwell on improper matters!"

Lu Li hurriedly shook his head, muttering to himself.

"..."

"Zero Class?"

On the other side, Wu Changkong, who was in a state of meditative cultivation, also received a call. Wearing his little yellow duck pajamas, a look of keen interest appeared on his face.

Aiming to get into Shrek Academy.

Aside from Xie Xie not being diligent enough, these little ones had excellent talent in every aspect. Getting into Shrek Academy would not be difficult for them at all; there were no issues there, and it was indeed within the scope of future plans.

"Alright, Principal. I understand the matter regarding Zero Class, and I have no objections."

"What did Teacher Lu Li say? Does he agree?"

Wu Changkong continued eating his breakfast.

"It was precisely with the approval of His Excellency Lu Li that I made up my mind, so Teacher Wu need not worry too much."

"Mm, alright."

Wu Changkong nodded, not surprised by this. Immediately after, the voice of Yu Lian continued to come through:

"Teacher Wu, I know that you have always maintained this attitude in your work at the academy, but His Excellency Lu Li is different."

"It is fine to call him Teacher Lu Li while at work, but in your spare time, you should still show the respect due to a Title Douluo."

"Do not fail to understand this."

"Mm... I will try."

Wu Changkong's expression froze, and he shook his head helplessly. It wasn't that he lacked respect for Brother Lu Li, but having practically watched the other party grow into a high-level soul master...

It was truly difficult to treat him as a senior!

"..."

Early the next morning.

In the principal's office, led by Lu Li and Wu Changkong, the six students headed by Gu Yue followed along.

"Are we..."

"Going to be members of Zero Class from now on?"

Hearing Yu Lian explain the details regarding Zero Class, everyone was stunned, feeling somewhat at a loss.

Even Gu Yue was a bit surprised. After all, Class 1 of the first grade was already the class receiving the most resources; she hadn't expected that a Zero Class would be established today.

Could it be that my talent is off the charts?

But this is only the cultivation level Lu Li big brother had at eight years old.

Gu Yue thought silently to herself, her gaze drifting toward Lu Li not far away. Perhaps it really was a bit off the charts!

"That's right, children. From this day forward, you are the students the academy values most, and you will enjoy the best resources."

"But at the same time, before you are admitted to the top-tier advanced academies on the continent, your studies in the primary department must not be interrupted, nor may you transfer to other academies by any means."

Yu Lian nodded and produced a contract. He placed almost no restrictions on the children, but...

If they were going to enjoy the academy's cultivation, they obviously couldn't just run off to find another place later!

"Principal Yu, regarding the investment of resources, I believe the academy will not be stingy, but I would still like to speak about the teaching staff."

Among the crowd, Wei Xiaofeng pondered for a moment before speaking slowly.

His family background was the strongest of the trio. Although his parents' cultivation levels were slightly lacking, his ancestors had at least produced a Title Douluo. Attending Donghai Academy was fine, but signing an agreement...

That would depend on whether the academy was qualified enough.

At the very least, Donghai Academy did not have that status.

"Oh?"

"The teaching staff?"

Hearing this, the smile on Yu Lian's face did not diminish in the slightest; in fact, he couldn't have looked happier, and the same went for Long Hengxu, who was standing to the side like a security guard.

What, how could you possibly know that our academy's Teacher Lu Li is a Title Douluo?

"Principal, in our academy, the strongest teacher, Teacher Wu, is only a Soul Emperor, and there isn't a second one."

"That is fine in Eastsea City, but other academies in the Tianhai Alliance also have Soul Emperors. In this regard, Donghai Academy still has a disadvantage."

"Or is it that Teacher Lu Li is also a Soul Emperor or a Soul Saint?"

Wei Xiaofeng blinked, his gaze fixed on Lu Li. Clearly, he didn't quite believe it; the other party was still too young.

"Audacious!"

"Student Wei Xiaofeng, do you think Teacher Lu Li..."

Hearing this, Yu Lian frowned, and Long Hengxu's expression immediately tightened as he spoke instinctively.

Wei Xiaofeng, this kid...

Does he even know what he's saying!

"Hmm?"

"Dean, is Teacher Lu Li really that strong?"

Watching Long Hengxu's reaction, Wei Xiaofeng's eyes lit up; he had only meant to strike up a simple conversation, but it seemed he had baited out something incredible.

Could it be...

That Teacher Lu Li is a Soul Emperor or even a Soul Saint!

"Teacher Lu Li...?"

Long Hengxu didn't speak, instead looking toward Lu Li alongside Yu Lian, his eyes filled with anticipation.

"It is fine."

Lu Li smiled and shook his head; he wasn't surprised by this situation. As a young teacher, it would indeed be somewhat irresponsible not to disclose his cultivation level to them.

After all, even Tang Wulin, who had the closest relationship with him among the group, was unaware of his cultivation level.

"Since student Xiaofeng is so curious about my cultivation, I shall tell you all."

Lu Li spoke with a smile, and the moment his voice fell, a surging golden energy rushed forth like a tidal wave, while the massive, domineering shadow of a Holy Dragon had already manifested behind him.

In the next instant, dual-colored soul rings suddenly appeared around him: Black! Black! Black! Black! Red! Red! Red! Red! Red!

Nine soul rings, four black and five red!

"My cultivation cannot be considered the pinnacle, but in the East Sea..."

"No one is above me."

Lu Li spoke indifferently, his tone calm, yet it clearly reached everyone's ears at that moment.

But at this point, no one was paying attention to his words; instead, they all fixed their gazes firmly upon his soul rings.

Teacher Lu Li is actually a Title Douluo!?