Lin Ciyan stood beside him, his gaze also resting on Meng Hongchen's departing figure. His short golden-white hair fluttered gently in the wind. The languid air between his brows remained, but there was now a trace of seriousness in the depths of his eyes.
"Senior Brother."
His voice was calm, yet carried a deeper meaning.
"This matter isn't as simple as it seems."
Yan Shaozhe turned his head and looked at his junior brother's profile, a thoughtful glint flashing through his eyes.
He did not press for details. He merely nodded.
Because he knew that if his junior brother said so, he must have had his reasons.
The fervent atmosphere in Star Luo Square continued for nearly an entire day.
The tsunami-like cheers lasted from morning until noon, then from noon until evening.
Tens of thousands of spectators sang and danced in the square, celebrating a final worthy of being recorded in history. Some waved Shrek's flags, some shouted Lin Ciyan's name, while others repeatedly recounted that earth-shattering battle, gesturing wildly and spraying spittle.
By the next day, the enthusiasm had not faded. Instead, it only grew more intense.
The people of Star Luo City began spreading the news to the surrounding cities...
Through carrier pigeons, fast horses, and Soul Guidance Communicators. Letters and messages departed from Star Luo City, spreading in every direction.
"Shrek Academy has won the championship!"
"Carefree Qilin Lin Ciyan—Five-Colored Divine Light Stabilizes Heaven and Earth!"
"The energy clash in the final was so intense that even Title Douluo working together nearly couldn't stop it!"
"That battle changed heaven and earth—the dark clouds were even blasted apart!"
The news spread at an astonishing speed.
Because Star Luo City was not far from the border, the news reached the border cities in just a single day. Upon