Bei Bei: Now This Is a Normal Match! Slap Douluo?

"My name is Bei Xin."

The old man stated his name in a calm tone.

"Bei Xin?"

Bei Bei, standing nearby, froze slightly.

A thought involuntarily surfaced in his mind. He actually shared the same surname?

On Douluo Continent, soul masters with the surname Bei were not exceptionally rare, but very few gave him such a sense of familiarity.

Mu En's gaze flickered as well, but he quickly regained his composure. He guided his wheelchair slightly forward, clasped his hands in greeting, and offered a salute between equals, his tone steady and solemn.

"I am Mu En, Sea God Pavilion Master of Shrek Academy."

"I have come specifically to visit Dean Lin Feng of your academy, in hopes of resolving this misunderstanding face-to-face and redeeming my disappointing juniors."

Mu En's words were measured. He had made clear his identity as the Sea God Pavilion Master, representing Shrek Academy's highest authority, yet he had also lowered his stance. By saying he had come specifically to visit and resolve a misunderstanding, he showed not the slightest hint of arrogance.

Hearing those words behind Mu En, Bei Bei felt his eyes grow moist again.

Moved!

Bei Bei was deeply moved.

Grand Ancestor had truly taken his words to heart!

Thinking back to the smug expressions of Yan Shaozhe and Qian Duoduo, with their "We're from Shrek, so we're the best" attitude, then looking at Grand Ancestor's humble and courteous demeanor now, Bei Bei felt that this was the bearing of a true powerhouse. This was the dignity Shrek Academy ought to possess!

Faced with Mu En's courtesy, Bei Xin merely shook his head slightly and smiled.

"You are too polite, Pavilion Master Mu."

"However, unfortunately, the timing is poor."

Bei Xin spoke calmly.

"Our dean handles countless affairs every day and has no time to receive you at present."

He had refused!

And with such an almost perfunctory excuse!

Hearing that, Elder Lin, who had been standing behind them and enduring her discomfort, instantly furrowed her brows. A nameless fury surged in her heart.

"No time?"

Elder Lin sneered inwardly.

These people from Pirated Shrek Academy had no sense of propriety at all, did they?

They thought far too highly of themselves!

Did they know who stood before them?

This was Mu En! The Dragon God Douluo! The Sea God Pavilion Master of Shrek Academy! The pillar of the present-day soul master world of Douluo Continent!

Normally, even the emperor of the Star Luo Empire or the ruler of the Heaven Dou Empire would have to bathe, change clothes, submit a visiting card in advance, and show the utmost respect just to meet Mu En.

Yet Mu En had personally come to visit, giving them more than enough face, only to be shut out?

They dismissed him with a single "no time"?

How arrogant! How utterly ignorant of their place!

Suppressing her anger, Elder Lin stepped forward and fixed Bei Xin with a sharp gaze as she asked in a deep voice.

"You are Mr. Bei Xin, correct?"

"Since your dean has no time, as the... reception staff here, do you have the authority to make decisions?"

"We came in good faith to discuss redeeming our people. If you cannot make the decision, it would be better to ask your dean to come out."

Though Elder Lin did not directly insult him, the condescension and suspicion in her tone were impossible to conceal.

Bei Xin glanced at Elder Lin. His expression remained unruffled as he gently shook his head.

"I have no authority to make decisions."

"In this academy, the final word belongs solely to Dean Lin Feng."

At that point, Bei Xin changed the subject.

"However, if you have anything to say or any terms to discuss, I can convey them on your behalf."

At the words "convey them on your behalf," Elder Lin's brows furrowed even deeper.

Convey them? That was no different from wasting time!

Elder Lin was extremely displeased.

How could such an important matter be resolved through a messenger? What if he conveyed it incorrectly? What if their dean simply refused to listen? This was outright contempt for Shrek Academy!

"You..."

Elder Lin had just been about to flare up and argue further.

"Hui Qun."

Mu En's gentle voice suddenly rang out, interrupting her.

Mu En's face was calm, even bearing a faint smile, as he nodded to Bei Xin.

"Since Dean Lin is busy with official matters, there is nothing to be done."

"In that case, I will have to trouble Brother Bei Xin to convey our words."

Since Mu En had said so, although Elder Lin felt as though she had swallowed a fly, she could only force herself to swallow the words at the tip of her tongue. She retreated to the side resentfully and listened in silence.

Yet her eyes remained filled with defiance and irritation.

Bei Bei, watching from the side, was even more moved.

It was going smoothly!

Things had actually progressed so smoothly!

Grand Ancestor had truly not gotten angry over the other party's neglect. Instead, he was being so understanding. Bei Bei, who had been worried that the two sides would start fighting, finally let out a long breath.

Mu En looked at Bei Xin and slowly spoke in a sincere tone.

"First, on behalf of Shrek Academy, I offer an apology to your academy."

"Regarding the reckless actions committed at your academy by Xuan Zi, Yan Shaozhe, Qian Duoduo, Er Ming, and the others, it was indeed our failure to discipline them properly. We have offended you greatly."

"This was not Shrek Academy's intention. I hope your academy can be magnanimous."

The moment those words were spoken, the entire place fell silent.

Elder Lin, standing behind Mu En, abruptly widened her eyes, her face full of shock and disbelief.

He apologized?

Mu En had actually apologized?!

Mu En was not merely one man. He represented Shrek Academy's reputation, the dignity of the continent's number one academy for ten thousand years!

In Elder Lin's understanding, when had Shrek Academy ever lowered its head to anyone? When had it ever admitted it was wrong?

Yet before a counterfeit that had appeared out of nowhere, Mu En had lowered his head and apologized?

As an elder of Shrek Academy, Elder Lin possessed an extremely deep-rooted pride.

That pride had been built upon ten thousand years of glory.

At this moment, Mu En's apology made her feel uncomfortable all over, as though someone had slapped her across the face in public. Her cheeks burned with pain.

"Mu En, this..."

Elder Lin could no longer hold back. She was about to speak, wanting to say that Shrek did not need to humble itself so greatly.

However.

Before she could finish.

Mu En turned his head slightly, and a sharp gaze instantly swept toward her.

Elder Lin's heart trembled. The words that had already risen to her throat were frightened back down by that look.

She had never seen Mu En show her such a stern expression.

After stopping Elder Lin, Mu En withdrew his gaze, but inwardly let out a quiet sigh.

Fortunately... fortunately, I came in person.

If Elder Lin had led the group this time, or if I had sent another elder...

Mu En understood perfectly well.

Judging by Elder Lin's attitude just now, if she had led the group, she would likely have started arguing with the other side before three sentences had passed, then broken into a fight.

The final result would probably have been one more person in the Confinement Room and another ransom payment from Shrek Academy.

Such pride...

Mu En sighed helplessly inwardly.

The people of Shrek Academy basically all possessed a pride carved into their bones.

That pride had originated ten thousand years ago.

Back then, the first generation of the Shrek Seven Devils had left behind the ancestral teaching: "Those who dare not cause trouble are mediocre."

Under the particular circumstances of that era, those words represented an indomitable spirit and the courage to defy the powerful.

But as time passed, as Shrek Academy stood tall on the continent for ten thousand years without falling, and as the halo of "number one on the continent" grew ever brighter.

Those words had taken on a different meaning in the minds of many younger disciples, and even many elders.

They had become, "I can cause trouble whenever I want because I am from Shrek."

They had become, "As long as my fist is big enough, I am right."

Especially when facing this so-called Pirated Shrek Academy, that pride became even sharper.

In their eyes, the other side was a fake, a clown.

That was why they had almost no patience from the start, looking down on the other side and seeking to suppress them.

Xuan Zi was like that. Yan Shaozhe was like that. Elder Lin was like that too.

Ah...

Mu En's gaze discreetly swept over Bei Bei beside him.

Looking at his great-grandson's youthful yet steady face, Mu En found a measure of comfort in his heart.

It seems Bei Bei's temperament is the most like mine after all.

Steady, knows when to advance and retreat, and understands how to assess the situation.

Shrek Academy's future can be entrusted to Bei Bei without worry.

Only...

Mu En felt another wave of regret in his heart.

Unfortunately, Bei Bei was still too weak and had not fully matured. It would take a long time before he could take over.

And before then...

Mu En thought of Xuan Zi, who was currently locked in the Confinement Room.

If it were handed over to Xuan Zi...

The moment he thought of Xuan Zi's explosive temper and his tendency to drink, eat chicken legs, and neglect important matters, Mu En felt a headache coming on.

I hope this lesson will make Xuan Zi more steady.

Mu En gathered his thoughts and looked at Bei Xin once more.

After hearing Mu En's apology, Bei Xin did not show any smugness. He merely nodded faintly to indicate that he accepted it.

"I have received Pavilion Master Mu's apology and will truthfully convey it to the dean."

Bei Xin spoke slowly.

"Since the misunderstanding has been resolved, let us discuss the real matter."

"You wish to take them back. That is not a problem."

"However, as the dean previously instructed, you must pay a certain price."

Mu En nodded without hesitation.

"That is only proper."

"Whether it is Gold Soul Coins or various resources, as long as your academy names its terms, Shrek Academy can accept them."

As long as they could get their people out and preserve Shrek's high-level combat strength, what did spending a little money matter?

Seeing Mu En be so cooperative, Bei Xin revealed a satisfied smile.

"Very good."

"Pavilion Master Mu truly is straightforward."

"In that case, I will take you to the Confinement Room now to see the three people being held."

With that, Bei Xin turned around and gestured for the three of them to follow.

Along the way, Bei Bei pushed Mu En's wheelchair, but his eyes remained fixed thoughtfully on Bei Xin walking ahead.

That sense of familiarity deep in his bloodline had not faded as the distance closed. Instead, it grew stronger and stronger.

At last, Bei Bei could not hold back any longer.

"Um... Senior Bei Xin."

Bei Bei cautiously asked.

"This junior dares to ask something."

"Have we... met before?"

It was not only Bei Bei. Mu En had also perked up his ears. This question had troubled him as well.

Bei Xin stopped and turned around. He smiled and shook his head.

"We have not."

A trace of disappointment flashed through Bei Bei's eyes at that answer.

"However..."

Bei Xin changed the subject.

"Although I have never met either of you, seeing the two of you does indeed give me a sense of familiarity."

"Ah, yes. Let me formally introduce myself now."

Bei Xin looked at Mu En, then at Bei Bei, and spoke each word distinctly.

"My name is Bei Xin."

"A level ninety-nine assault-type Limit Douluo."

"My martial soul is the Radiant Sacred Dragon!"

Boom!

Mu En, Bei Bei, and Elder Lin's pupils instantly contracted to pinpoints.

Shock!

A Rank 99 Limit Douluo!

And his martial soul was actually the Radiant Sacred Dragon?!

"Th-That's impossible?!"

Now, he finally understood why it had felt so familiar. Bei Xin's martial soul was actually the same Radiant Sacred Dragon as his! And... he was Rank 99!

[Ding!]

[Key figure Mu En's recognition of Shrek Academy as a Monster Academy has increased!]

[Congratulations, host! You have received the reward: Special Teacher—Yun Ming (Rank 99 Limit Douluo)]

[Key figure Bei Bei's recognition of Shrek Academy as a Monster Academy has increased!]

[Congratulations, host! You have received the reward: Special Student—Yue Zhengyu (version when he first entered Shrek Academy)]

[Key figure Elder Lin's recognition of Shrek Academy as a Monster Academy has increased!]

[Congratulations, host! You have received the reward: Special Teacher—Long Yeyue (Rank 99 Limit Douluo)]

When Lin Feng saw the last person, he could not help but freeze for a moment. Slap Douluo had come too?