Ning Rongrong Temporarily Leaves Shrek

Sword Douluo had been stuck at level 96 for many years; if the original plot were to be followed, he would only find the opportunity to break through after losing an arm.

But now, having witnessed a higher level of swordsmanship, his insights into the Way of the Sword had improved significantly. With just a little time, he would be able to break through smoothly.

Ye Xuan withdrew his sword intent and offered his congratulations: "Senior Sword Douluo, congratulations!"

"Young Master Ye, I cannot accept the title of 'Senior.' If we are talking about seniors, you are the one who is my senior," Sword Douluo said solemnly.

In the path of cultivation, the one who achieves more is the master.

Since he had gained inspiration from Ye Xuan, he felt no shame in calling him a senior.

"Senior, you are too kind. Besides, I am only ahead of you in swordsmanship; regarding martial spirits, I have also learned quite a bit from you," Ye Xuan said.

"Regarding martial spirits? Was it when you were confronting me?" Sword Douluo asked.

He had previously only felt that Ye Xuan seemed to be observing something, but he hadn't expected it to be his martial spirit.

"Exactly," Ye Xuan nodded.

"Young Master is truly a heaven-sent genius. If I hadn't seen it with my own eyes, I truly wouldn't have believed that such a person existed in this world," Sword Douluo said, retracting his martial spirit with deep emotion.

"It was merely a stroke of luck."

Ye Xuan's transmigration into this world was indeed the greatest stroke of luck.

"By the way, I have a question I would like to ask you," Sword Douluo said.

"Please, Senior, go ahead."

"Do you have any understanding of that Xiao Wu from Shrek Academy?"

Although Sword Douluo did not state it explicitly, Ye Xuan understood him immediately upon hearing the question.

He had discovered that Xiao Wu was a soul beast.

"I do have some understanding. Senior, have you discovered that she is a soul beast?" Ye Xuan asked directly.

"Young Master really is well-informed. A soul beast taking human form—this must be a hundred-thousand-year soul beast! I heard that the reason Spirit Hall hunted down Tang Hao back then was because his wife was a hundred-thousand-year soul beast. If the people of Spirit Hall find out that this Xiao Wu has come among humans, I fear it will bring a disaster upon Shrek Academy," Sword Douluo said gravely.

He had no personal designs on Xiao Wu, but he was certain that if Spirit Hall found out, they would immediately send people to surround and annihilate Shrek Academy.

"It would indeed bring disaster, but I will help. I am confident that I can resolve this crisis," Ye Xuan said confidently.

"Oh? Does the Young Master have some plan for this Xiao Wu?" Sword Douluo asked curiously.

His question was naturally not about romance.

Rather, he wondered if Ye Xuan intended to use Xiao Wu for some purpose.

"I simply feel that our meeting was fated, so I am just lending a hand. Furthermore, Xiao Wu has a good relationship with Rongrong and Zhuqing at Shrek Academy. If Spirit Hall intends to capture her, I don't think Zhuqing and the others would stand for it. In that case, it seems I have no choice but to intervene," Ye Xuan said.

In truth, Ye Xuan had another reason in his heart.

If Xiao Wu was being targeted prematurely, it was because his own arrival had altered the timeline.

Therefore, he really ought to do her a favor.

After all, she currently held no grudge against him.

As long as they were not his enemies, Ye Xuan was always willing to forge such good karma.

"Will that girl Rongrong help?" Sword Douluo became instantly serious. He had been focused on what Ye Xuan would do and had forgotten about Ning Rongrong.

If Ning Rongrong were to get involved in this matter, it would not be a good thing for the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect.

He pondered for a moment and asked sternly, "Young Master Ye, Spirit Hall has many experts. The strength of the Pope and the Grand Elder is far above mine. If you intend to protect Xiao Wu, you will at least be making an enemy of the Pope. I wonder, how much do you know about the Pope?"

"It's fine. I am well aware of the strength of Spirit Hall," Ye Xuan said confidently.

Seeing Ye Xuan's look of absolute confidence, Sword Douluo was filled with deep emotion.

He felt that what he saw was not just confidence, but invincibility.

For only an invincible person could possess such self-assurance.

"Young Master, let us return. We shouldn't keep them waiting," Sword Douluo said.

"Indeed," Ye Xuan nodded, and the two flew back together to their residence at Shrek Academy.

After briefly greeting the others upon their return, Ye Xuan took Zhu Zhuqing and Ning Rongrong and departed.

Originally, Ye Xuan had intended to ask Ning Fengzhi to come along.

But the things Ning Fengzhi needed to say to Ning Rongrong had already been said while Ye Xuan and Sword Douluo were sparring.

He did not want the people of Spirit Hall to notice them coming here, so he decided not to go to the Spirit Hall side.

However, Ye Xuan felt that even if they didn't go there, they would still be noticed by the people of Spirit Hall.

It was impossible for the people of Spirit Hall not to pay attention to the movements of a prominent figure like Ning Fengzhi.

After Ye Xuan and the others left, Ning Fengzhi also bid farewell to Sword Douluo and departed.

Once they had left Shrek Academy, Ning Fengzhi asked curiously, "Uncle Sword, how did your spar with Young Master Ye turn out?"

"I lost."

Sword Douluo's answer was like a thunderclap, causing Ning Fengzhi to stop in his tracks.

He said in disbelief, "Sword Douluo, is what you say true? Young Master Ye is actually stronger than you?"

"Mm, his strength is unfathomable; I am far behind him. However, I came to the right place this time. Although I lost, I gained insights under Young Master Ye's blade. After returning, I should be able to break through within three months," Sword Douluo said, making no effort to hide his joy.

"What? Sword Douluo, do you mean you are going to break through to level 97?" Although Ning Fengzhi found it incredible, he was even more excited.

After all, every bit of strength Sword Douluo gained meant that their Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect grew stronger as well.

Furthermore, the gap between level 96 and level 97 was far from ordinary.

"Yes!" After Sword Douluo acknowledged this, he changed the subject and said earnestly, "That girl Rongrong has truly encountered a massive stroke of luck by coming here this time. If she can receive guidance from Young Master Ye, her future achievements will surely be limitless."

"Sword Douluo, do you think Young Master Ye is as young as he appears?" Ning Fengzhi asked curiously.

Regarding this question from Ning Fengzhi, anyone who knew of Ye Xuan's strength would share the same curiosity.

After all, could such immense power truly be achieved by someone in their teens?

Unless they saw it with their own eyes, no one would be willing to believe it.

"He should be. Although my strength is inferior to Young Master Ye's, during our exchange, I could confirm that his age is definitely what we see. He mentioned at the time that he was so strong because he had obtained a great opportunity. I do not know what this great opportunity is, but I fear it is related to the gods," Sword Douluo said gravely.

When Ye Xuan and the others returned, the people of Spirit Hall saw Ye Xuan bringing back another beautiful young girl. Although they were curious, no one dared to ask anything.

Upon reaching the courtyard, Ye Xuan said to Ning Rongrong, "Go pick a room for yourself. Starting today, you will begin training with Zhuqing."