Heaven Dou City

Heaven Dou Empire, Heaven Dou City.

Ning Rongrong suggested, "Everyone traveled such a long way to get here. You must all be exhausted. My home isn't too far from here, so why don't you all come rest at my place first? Tomorrow, we can try our luck around the city together."

Flender glanced at the weary crowd. After some thought, he nodded in agreement with Ning Rongrong's suggestion. Thus, all the teachers and students of Shrek Academy eventually arrived at the Seven Treasures Glazed Sect together.

Seven Treasures Glazed Sect, main hall.

"Dad, Grandpa Gu, Grandpa Jian, I'm back!"

Gu Rong and Jian Chenxin, seated on either side of Ning Fengzhi, heard the familiar voice from outside. They immediately summoned their martial souls and rushed out.

"Our little princess has finally come back! Grandpa missed you so much."

Gu Rong hugged Ning Rongrong and spun her around several times before reluctantly setting down his beloved little princess.

Jian Chenxin stepped forward as well, patting Ning Rongrong's head as he asked with concern, "Our adorable little princess, did you have fun out there? Did you miss Grandpa?"

Ning Rongrong tapped her cherry-red lips, looking mischievous. "Of course I did. I made lots of good friends too, and they've all treated me very well. I've been very happy at Shrek Academy."

Ning Fengzhi walked over as well. After returning Ning Rongrong's embrace, he invited everyone to sit down, have some pastries, and chat.

Ning Rongrong patiently introduced every member of Shrek Academy to her father and two grandfathers.

When Ning Rongrong told them that they had used the Zhuge Divine Crossbow to instantly kill a Soul King, Ning Fengzhi, Jian Chenxin, and Gu Rong were utterly shocked.

"Little Brother Huo Yuhao, could you sell Zhuge Divine Crossbows to the Seven Treasures Glazed Sect in bulk? Name your price."

Ning Fengzhi sat upright and spoke to Huo Yuhao with a serious expression.

Huo Yuhao smiled. "Of course, Sect Master Ning. Spirit Hall has been eyeing the upper three sects like a tiger watching its prey. They might launch a sudden attack on your sect someday. If your disciples have hidden weapons for protection, it really could greatly improve the sect's overall defensive strength."

"As for the price, just charge the cost of the materials. Consider it my thanks for supporting my business. I currently have fifty Zhuge Divine Crossbows in stock, so I'll give them all to your sect now."

Ning Fengzhi clasped his hands. "Then Ning thanks you in advance, Little Brother Huo."

Huo Yuhao waved his hand. "We're all friends, so there's no need to be so formal. Once the Tang Sect is established, our production of hidden weapons will speed up considerably. At that time, Sect Master Ning can tell me how many your sect wishes to order. The Tang Sect will meet any request."

Ning Fengzhi nodded. "If the Tang Sect ever needs help, the Seven Treasures Glazed Sect will come to your aid at once."

Then, he turned his gaze to Flender. "You are all friends of my daughter. The doors of the Seven Treasures Glazed Sect will always be open to Shrek Academy's honored guests."

Flender returned the courtesy. "Thank you, Sect Master Ning, for your generous hospitality. We apologize for imposing."

Ning Rongrong immediately said, "Dad, hurry and have someone take everyone to rest. They've all been tired for an entire day."

Ning Fengzhi nodded at her words. Under his arrangements, the group followed disciples of the Seven Treasures Glazed Sect and settled into separate side chambers.

Seven Treasures Glazed Sect, Huo Yuhao and Tang Wulin's room.

Tang Wulin stared in surprise at the soul rings that rose from beneath his feet on their own. "Has Father successfully completed the first trial of the Sea God's Nine Trials? It's only been a year."

Huo Yuhao looked at his sixth soul ring and nodded. "That should be it. It seems he'll become a god faster this time than before. After all, he has the benefit of historical experience and can avoid some detours."

Tang Wulin chuckled. "I can use the Golden Dragon Spear now. Brother Yuhao, you won't be able to beat me anymore."

Huo Yuhao burst out laughing. "Did you forget something? I seem to have obtained the Heaven-Burning Divine Pestle at around the same time you got yours."

Tang Wulin stuck out his tongue. "I don't care. My Golden Dragon Spear is definitely stronger than your Heaven-Burning Divine Pestle. This is the Dragon God's weapon."

Huo Yuhao smiled helplessly. "Fine, fine, you win. Wulin is the strongest. How could I possibly be your match?"

"In that case, Brother Yuhao, shouldn't you hurry up and surrender? Be good and submit to capture."

Tang Wulin looked smug as he suddenly pounced on Huo Yuhao in an instant, landing directly on top of him.

Faced with the sudden sneak attack, Huo Yuhao instinctively defended and resisted. The two began wrestling and laughing, one attacking while the other defended.

The next day.

After waking up, Huo Yuhao immediately got dressed and washed up. Then, he went out alone to find something to eat.

When Tang Wulin opened his eyes, he saw that Huo Yuhao had already placed breakfast on the table.

"You little sleepyhead, hurry up, wash up, and come eat."

Tang Wulin nodded and did as he was told, quickly finishing everything. Then, he joined Huo Yuhao and met up with the others before setting off into Heaven Dou City to look for an academy recruiting teachers and accepting students.

After searching Heaven Dou City for a long time, Flender suddenly spotted an advertisement posted on a notice board. He raised an eyebrow and asked in confusion:

"How much did that advertisement cost?"

The corners of everyone's mouths twitched as they silently complained, Headmaster, is that really what you're focused on?

Dai Mubai looked over the advertisement's details and said happily, "Great! This Blue Tyrant Academy is expanding its enrollment. Let's go take a look together."

With a hint of joy on his face, Flender led everyone to the reception hall of Blue Tyrant Academy.

After the front desk receptionist of Blue Tyrant Academy, Yin Shu, learned why Shrek Academy had come, he asked several of Shrek Academy's teachers to display their martial souls and soul power ranks.

"Level sixty-three Dragon-Patterned Staff, assault-type tool Soul Emperor, Li Yusong."

"Level seventy-one Candy Bean, food-type tool Soul Sage, Shao Xin."

"Level sixty-six Star Luo Chess, control-type tool Soul Emperor, Lu Qibin."

"Level seventy-six Mighty Vajra Bear, assault-type battle Soul Sage, Zhao Wuji."

"Level seventy-eight Four-Eyed Cat Eagle, agility-type battle Soul Sage, Flender."

Yin Shu looked at them respectfully. "All of you seniors have reached Soul Emperor rank or above, so there is no need for further assessment. Please come with me to meet the headmaster directly. She will decide your positions and benefits."

Flender pushed up his glasses and smiled. "Then lead the way."

Thus, the group followed Yin Shu to the forest in the rear courtyard of Blue Tyrant Academy.

The various lush, vibrant flowers planted there formed a gorgeous, multicolored tapestry. The entire forest appeared peaceful and tranquil. Floral fragrance drifted through the air, leaving one refreshed and relaxed.

The group looked around curiously and discovered a small wooden cabin not far away. A middle-aged woman stood before it, watering the roses she had planted.

After hearing Yin Shu's explanation, a trace of surprise appeared on the face of Blue Tyrant Academy's headmaster, Liu Erlong.

"Boss Flender, after all these years, you haven't changed at all."