After the three deans decided to join the Spirit Hall, Wu Ling, as usual, had them sign Self-Imposed Commandment. Afterwards, Wu Ling generously gave them three cultivation techniques that corresponded to the attributes of their academies.
This wasn't because Wu Ling trusted them, but because he no longer cared about such things.
In the past, when he was weak, these things were his bargaining chips in negotiations with the strong. But now, he has become one of the strong, and one of the strongest among them. So these so-called chips have become charity.
Afterwards, Wu Ling stayed here for a month because of characters like Feng Xiaotian and Huo Wu, who appeared in the original work and whom he vaguely remembered.
Of course, it wasn't that Wu Ling valued them that much; it was just that for Wu Ling at the moment, the entire Douluo Continent was like a game that was about to be completed. After the initial excitement, all that was left was emptiness and boredom.
Therefore, occasionally tormenting these supporting characters who were somewhat familiar from the original work brought him a rare moment of pleasure.
However, this joy only lasted for a short month before it vanished completely. In fact, it was only because of Wu Ling's obsessive-compulsive disorder that he managed to stay there for the last few days.
That same evening, after seeing Wu Ling off, the three deans of the Shenfeng Academy, Chihuo Academy, and Skywater Academy gathered together again.
After a long silence, the dean of the Godwind Academy spoke first, asking, "How are you feeling?"
The deans of the Skywater Academy and Blazing Fire Academy exchanged a glance, and then the dean of the Blazing Fire Academy said, "Very good. His Highness the Holy Son truly lives up to his title as the Father of Cultivation Techniques. I have never felt that cultivation has been so easy."
Then the dean of the Skywater Academy picked up the conversation and continued, "I feel the same way. If we had these cultivation techniques two years ago, and spent some resources to make Spirit Liquid for His Highness the Holy Son, then I feel that becoming Titled Douluo might not be out of reach."
In fact, a Sisi of regret and resentment was already revealed in Dean Tianshui Academy's tone. Dean Shenfeng Academy was the eldest of the three, and it was Shenfeng Academy who made the decision to drag things out. Given their friendship, Dean Skywater Academy had never felt this way in decades.
Shenfeng Academy wasn't angry about Dean Tianshui Academy's little mood, because even he was now somewhat regretful.
The three of them had been stuck at this level for decades. Let alone becoming Titled Douluo, even advancing further was a pipe dream, especially as they grew older and their lives were about to come to an end.
Now, Wu Ling has simply taken out a few cultivation manuals, and they have the possibility of advancing further, a possibility they could have achieved two years ago. If they don't feel regret, then they are simply being irresponsible with their own lives.
Sensing the heavy mood of the three, Shenfeng Academy quickly changed the subject. "Alright, it doesn't matter to us old folks anymore, the important thing is the next generation."
"It's no wonder he's the His Highness the Holy Son. Even just being beaten allowed Xiaotian to break through to level 48. Now, with the aid of the cultivation technique, Soul Breaker King within half a year is not a problem. If we can get the Spirit Liquid from the Holy Son, then achieving Soul Emperor before the competition isn't impossible."
"Yes, yes, Xiao Wu too. She's just one Spirit Ring away from level 40. You know, according to the original plan, it would have taken her another two months to break through."
"Yes, Bing'er and Yue'er are the same."
After that, the discussion among the three shifted from themselves to their juniors, and they became increasingly enthusiastic as they talked.
As for Wu Ling, after leaving the Three Elemental Academies, he did not return directly to Huancheng, but instead came to Heaven Dou City again.
In the royal garden, Qian Renxue, who was cultivating, suddenly opened her eyes. "Who!"
The next second, a strong arm wrapped around her from behind. Before she could resist, the scent emanating from that arm told her who it was.
"Martial arts..."
Before Qian Renxue could finish speaking, Wu Ling tossed her high into the air, where she spun 180 degrees before landing once again in a broad, solid embrace.
"Long time no see, Xue'er," Wu Ling said with a grin.
Although Qian Renxue was delighted, she still proudly raised her Swan -like white neck and said, "Hmph, you've been gone for three or four months, and you still have the nerve to say that?"
"Oh, Xue'er, it's because those three old guys are pestering me and won't let me leave. If it weren't to lighten your Xue'er, I wouldn't care about those three guys." Wu Ling shifted the blame onto the three deans without changing his expression.
Qian Renxue tried to break free from Wu Ling's embrace. After wriggling around for a while, she found that she still couldn't affect Wu Ling at all. Finally, she changed to a more comfortable position, glancing at Wu Ling's handsome profile, and asked, "Hmm, so what brings you here this time? Your His Highness the Holy Son wouldn't come here without a reason, would you?"
"Haha, how could that be? I'm just bored, can't I come and see my dear Xue'er?" Wu Ling explained with a smile, while his hand gently combed through Qian Renxue's long golden hair.
Of course, although Wu Ling explained it that way, the truth is not so simple.
According to information relayed by Hassan of the Hundred Faces, Shrek's group is already on their way to Heaven Dou City.
According to information from Hassan of the Hundred Faces, Tang San and his companions had been recuperating for a full month since they were severely injured by Wu Ling last time.
During this time, Yu Xiaogang's arrival led Flender to swallow his pride and seek help from a Soul Saint- level healing Spirit Master. The growth of Tang San and the others after their recovery was also recorded in detail, and even the plot returned to normal.
In the Great Soul Arena, with Zhu Zhuqing, Oscar, and Ning Rongrong missing, the Shrek Four Monsters, consisting of only four members, were unable to participate in the team competition. As a result, Tang San and Xiao Wu's team "coincidentally" ran into Yu Tianheng and one of his teammates.
The outcome was consistent with the original story: after Yu Tianheng injured Xiao Wu, he triggered Tang San's "Path to Death" passive ability, resulting in Yu Tianheng being severely injured by Tang San's Hidden Weapon.
By the way, it's worth mentioning that because Oscar, the "trigger" who led the Star Dou Great Forest storyline, was absent, Tang San didn't absorb Spirit Ring beyond his level or obtain the Eight Spider Lances. However, after killing a thousand-year-old Multi-eyed Poison Python, he actually obtained a special Soul Bone for the eye, which allowed him to regain sight in his blind left eye.
Just like in the original story, after Tang San defeated Yu Tianheng, Yu Xiaogang came to Yu Tianheng and gave a "speech", as if he wanted to vent his resentment over the years.
Finally, Qin Ming appeared and, after an emotional speech to his students, invited the Shrek Academy members to join the Heaven Dou Royal Academy. At Grandmaster's request, Flender had no choice but to agree, and the Shrek Academy members embarked on their journey to Heaven Dou City.
According to Hundred Personas's intelligence, Shrek Academy and his group will arrive in Heaven Dou City in three days.