Xiao Wu's Concealment, A Trap

Yu Xiaolong stood at the main entrance of the Dragon God Temple, his fingertips brushing against the storage Soul Tool containing five hundred thousand Gold Soul Coins.

Finally, there was money.

This sum was enough to renovate the outer walls of the Dragon God Temple entirely.

"Teacher."

Shui Bing'er walked out from within the hall, her ice-blue hair fluttering lightly in the wind.

Her gaze fell upon Yu Xiaolong's hand.

"Is this... five hundred thousand Gold Soul Coins?"

"Mm, enough for us to build the third training ground."

The corners of Yu Xiaolong's mouth curled upward, a rare smile appearing on his face.

Shui Bing'er's eyes lit up.

These days, the Dragon God Temple lacked everything, but money was the most pressing need.

Just then.

A group of people approached from the distance, looking disheveled and miserable.

Tang San clutched his chest, blood still staining the corner of his mouth.

Yu Xiaogang supported him, his expression as dark as the bottom of a pot.

Behind them followed Xiao Wu and Dai Mubai, who looked equally battered.

They had just suffered a crushing defeat at the hands of Xue Beng.

Xue Beng hadn't even made a move himself; a single bizarre hidden weapon had injured Third Brother to this extent.

Tang San raised his head and saw the plaque of the Dragon God Temple.

His gaze froze.

Since when had an academy appeared here?

The three golden characters on the plaque were exceptionally imposing.

"Dragon God Temple..."

Yu Xiaogang read the three words aloud, his brow furrowing into a deep frown.

His gaze swept over the academy's outer walls, all constructed from precious stone.

Jealousy bit into his heart like a venomous snake.

The Shrek Academy he founded was still nothing but dilapidated wooden shacks to this day.

Yet here...

The gate opened.

Yu Xiaolong walked out, accompanied by Shui Bing'er.

"Yo, isn't this the trash from Shrek?"

Yu Xiaolong raised an eyebrow, his tone light and dismissive.

Tang San's pupils constricted.

Yu Xiaogang's face flushed red instantly.

"Yu Xiaolong! Who are you calling trash?"

"Who else but you lot?"

Yu Xiaolong spread his hands, smiling nonchalantly.

"Looks like you've been beaten up by someone again; if that doesn't make you trash, what does?"

Yu Xiaogang's chest heaved violently.

This bastard... how could he know we were beaten?!

Tang San stepped forward, blocking his teacher.

"Yu Xiaolong, shut your mouth."

His voice was low, carrying suppressed fury.

"What? Is Young Master Tang San unconvinced?"

Yu Xiaolong tilted his head, his eyes full of amusement.

"It seems the wounds on your body... were caused by a hidden weapon?"

Tang San's body stiffened.

How does he know what just happened to me...

Yu Xiaogang pulled Tang San back, gritting his teeth as he squeezed out a sentence.

"Good... very good... Dragon God Temple, is it?"

"Yu Xiaolong, we shall see!"

Having said that, he grabbed Tang San and turned to leave.

His footsteps were unsteady, carrying a heart full of humiliation.

Yu Xiaolong watched them depart, his smile gradually turning cold.

This grudge was now thoroughly set in stone.

Shui Bing'er asked in a low voice, "Teacher, will they act against us?"

"Sooner or later."

Yu Xiaolong withdrew his gaze.

"When soldiers come, block them; when water comes, cover it with earth."

Shrek Academy, night.

Tang San sat on the edge of his bed, his face as gloomy as ink.

Xiao Wu walked in carrying a bowl of hot soup.

"Third Brother, are you still in pain?"

Tang San shook his head, saying nothing.

His mind repeatedly replayed Yu Xiaolong's mockery.

Dragon God Temple... Yu Xiaolong...

This vengeance, I must have it!

Xiao Wu saw through his thoughts and silently retreated.

She walked out of the academy gates and looked toward the distant Star Dou Great Forest.

The moon hung in the sky, and the faint roar of beasts drifted from the direction of the forest.

Xiao Wu bit her lower lip.

I have no choice but to find Er Ming.

But... will he agree?

Her figure flashed, disappearing into the night.

Deep within the Star Dou Great Forest.

A low, rumbling roar echoed.

The Titan Giant Ape Er Ming stepped out from beneath a giant tree, his eyes glowing with a blood-red light.

His claws were still stained with dried blood.

"Sister Xiao Wu, why have you come?"

Er Ming licked his fangs, his voice as coarse as gravel.

Xiao Wu stood with her back to him, taking a deep breath.

"Er Ming, I need you to do me a favor."

"What favor?"

"Kill someone."

Er Ming's eyes brightened, revealing a cruel smile.

"Kill someone? Easy."

"The day before yesterday, I just tore apart a few blind little soul masters."

He clenched his fists, his knuckles cracking with a sharp sound.

"I was just worrying about having nothing to play with."

Xiao Wu's heart tightened.

Er Ming... he was still so brutal.

But she did not stop him, only continuing in a low voice.

"That person is named Yu Xiaolong, the Hall Master of the Dragon God Temple."

"But he will not easily enter the forest."

"As long as you can lure him in..."

Er Ming grinned, revealing his stark white fangs.

"Just lure him over?"

"Yes."

"Simple."

Er Ming smashed a giant rock beside him, sending debris flying.

"As long as he steps into the Star Dou Great Forest."

"I will tear him to shreds alive."

Xiao Wu nodded and turned to leave.

Under the moonlight, her shadow stretched long.

Third Brother... I will help you resolve all obstacles.

Even if it means using power I shouldn't.

The next morning.

Tang San hadn't slept all night, his eyes red-rimmed.

When Xiao Wu returned to the academy, he was standing at the entrance.

"Third Brother, I have a way."

Xiao Wu lowered her voice.

A flicker of light flashed in Tang San's eyes.

"What way?"

"In the Star Dou Great Forest, there is a hundred-thousand-year-old ferocious beast."

Xiao Wu spoke slowly, word by word.

"As long as Yu Xiaolong is lured there."

"That beast will naturally help us deal with him."

Tang San's eyes lit up, astonishingly bright.

"A hundred-thousand-year-old ferocious beast?"

"Yes, the information I received last night."

Xiao Wu lowered her head, not daring to meet his eyes.

I can't say... I absolutely cannot say it's Er Ming.

A look of ecstatic joy appeared on Tang San's face.

That smile was somewhat twisted.

"Good... This is too good!"

"Heaven is helping me!"

He turned and strode in the direction of the Dragon God Temple.

His steps were light, and the wound on his chest didn't even hurt.

Yu Xiaolong, your death day has arrived!

At the entrance of the Dragon God Temple.

Yu Xiaolong was directing workers to repair the plaque.

That golden plaque shone brilliantly under the sun.

Tang San arrived, accompanied by Xiao Wu, a smile on his face.

"Yu Xiaolong!"

He shouted loudly, channeling his hidden weapon techniques.

A cold glint flew out, striking the plaque precisely.

Crack!

The plaque shattered, and debris flew everywhere.

Yu Xiaolong turned abruptly.

"Tang San... Are you seeking death?"

Tang San had already turned and was striding away.

Only one sentence drifted in the wind.

"Want revenge? Come to the Star Dou Great Forest."

"I'll be waiting for you."

Yu Xiaolong's fists clenched instantly.

Huo Wu rushed out from inside the hall, her red dress like fire.

"You scoundrel! I'll go chase him!"

As she moved, Yu Xiaolong grabbed her arm.

"Don't go, this is a trap."

Huo Wu's chest heaved with anger.

"What trap! He smashed our plaque!"

"I told you, don't go."

Yu Xiaolong's voice was unnaturally calm.

Huo Wu stomped her foot, gritting her teeth.

"Fine! Do whatever you want! Who cares about you anyway!"

She flicked her skirt and turned to run.

Her footsteps were fast and hurried, filled with rage.

Yu Xiaolong shook his head.

Now was not the time to bicker with this little girl.

He looked toward the direction of the Star Dou Great Forest, his brows locked in a deep frown.