True God-Yun Ming (Four thousand words)

The ultimatum, amplified by the soul-guided megaphone, transformed into a rolling wave of sound, resounding throughout the entire Shrek City and shattering its tranquil atmosphere.

"To all faculty and students of the Shrek Academy, the Federation has obtained conclusive evidence that Shrek colluded with foreign enemies, endangered the security of the Federation, and committed an unforgivable crime!"

Considering the innocent people in the city, the Federation is giving them one last chance—to surrender and accept Federation investigation and reorganization!

"You have fifteen minutes. If there is no clear signal of surrender after fifteen minutes, the Federation army will launch a full-scale attack. You will bear the consequences!"

The sound echoed, clearly reaching every corner of Shrek City.

In Shrek City, most civilians had already left through the Federation's blockade. Those remaining were people with close ties to Shrek. Upon hearing the final announcement, they were thrown into chaos. Some looked around blankly, while others gazed in the direction of the Shrek Academy, hoping the Sea God Pavilion could come up with a solution.

The atmosphere Sea God Pavilion was oppressively suffocating.

The echoes of the ultimatum outside the window still reverberated, but the pavilion was deathly silent. The gazes of the elders were all focused on Yun Ming, who had his back to everyone and was staring out the window.

Yun Ming's back was straight, yet it exuded an indescribable loneliness and—resolute determination.

"Pavilion Master, the Federation's ultimatum—" an elder couldn't help but speak up.

Yun Ming raised his hand, interrupting him.

"Act according to your own ideas. You don't need to care about the True God's opinion; I will take full responsibility. Those who wish to leave can leave with those two who open the dimensional portal later."

"But I want you to understand that once you leave, there will be no place for you in the Federation!"

At this moment, Yun Ming's aura suddenly changed, revealing its sharp edge and making everyone breathless.

Even Cai Yue'er and Long Yeyue dared not disagree with Yun Ming in this situation.

After taking a deep look at some of the elders, Yun Ming turned his gaze to a man with a profound aura.

The gazes of the Heartless Douluo Cao Dezhi briefly met Yun Ming's, a complex and unfathomable look flashing in his eyes.

"She sent me a message of Amorous."

Cao Dezhi said in a low voice, "He said that he has accommodated me for so many years, and now it's my turn to accommodate him."

He paused, his gaze sweeping over the various expressions on the faces of the people in the Sea God Pavilion, before finally settling back on "Yun Ming," with a detached air of having seen through the ways of the world.

"Finally, I will do my part for the Shrek Academy to settle this score. After this battle, regardless of life or death, Shrek and I will be even, and we will go our separate ways."

Having said that, he turned around first and walked steadily out of the Sea God Pavilion. His back view carried a hint of desolation, yet also a sense of relief as if a heavy burden had been lifted.

Since learning about the Abyss, he has spent a lot of time guarding the Abyss Passage with the Blood God Legion.

There are two reasons for doing this. First, he wanted to avoid Amorous. He felt he couldn't handle being with her all the time. He went directly to the military, and Amorous wouldn't follow him because of what happened in the past. After all, Amorous's departure from the military made it awkward for him to face the Federation military now.

Secondly, he was aware of the relationship between Shrek and the Federation, and wanted to ease tensions by assisting the Federation in guarding the Abyss. He also wanted to set an example for Shrek students, encouraging them to participate and further ease the conflict between Shrek and the Federation.

Righteousness is timeless, but unfortunately, only a few members of Shrek seized this opportunity.

Because of the theft of the Eternal Heaven Kingdom, they were also affected and temporarily stripped of their positions by the Federation. However, both the Federation and the Blood God Legion praised them for their meritorious service and outstanding contributions to the Federation.

The Federation's decision to reclaim their positions stemmed more from a review of Shrek's overall stance than from a denial of their individual achievements and character. As long as they make their choice, the Blood God Legion remains open to them.

Therefore, Cao Dezhi can say frankly that he has a clear conscience, both publicly and privately.

"That old bastard Turbid World has been tricked away. I'm going to check on him." Feng Wuyu also stood up and followed Heartless Douluo.

Besides him, another senior official also followed.

Outside the Sea God Pavilion, some graduates from the Inner Court and Shrek, as well as other related individuals, saw the three and chose to follow them.

We arrived at Shrek City.

The Federation army formation outside the city was clearly visible, Cao Dezhi could clearly see the figures of the Limit powerhouses, such as Divine Brush Douluo Yu Guanzhi, standing solemnly.

Taking a deep breath, Cao Dezhi's Soul Power circulated within his body, and the majestic aura of Limit Douluo was no longer concealed, soaring into the sky.

"Cao Dezhi, former Sea God Pavilion Elder from the Shrek Academy, has come as Amorous!"

However, the gratitude and protectiveness owed to Shrek Academy are ultimately hard to sever completely.

Cao Dezhi's gaze was like lightning, sweeping over the several imposing Limit Douluo in front of the Federation army formation, and finally settling on one person.

"Today, I, Cao, am willing to use my cultivation to bring this karmic saga to a close. I also hope the Federation will grant me this opportunity to fulfill my bond with Shrek."

His figure stood upright like a spear, and a resolute and sharp Sword Intent soared into the sky, as if to pierce through the dull sky.

"Lord Yue Tian, are you willing to fight me?"

Those who knew Guan Yue's identity frowned slightly upon hearing this, instantly understanding the meaning behind the Heartless Douluo's words.

Although Guan Yue is from the War God Temple, he was born in Shrek and is now caught in the middle, making his position the most difficult.

The Heartless Douluo's initiative in inviting Guan Yue to battle prevented Guan Yue from being placed at the forefront of the attack on her alma mater and falling into a dilemma. For Guan Yue, this battle was both a challenge and a relief, as she did not have to personally participate in the attack on Shrek.

As for the Heartless Douluo, he also fulfilled his previous promise, stopping a Quasi-God for Shrek and settling the karmic debt.

At the same time, this also eliminated an unstable factor for both the Federation and Shrek, since neither side could be sure that Yue Tian Douluo would definitely help them at this point.

Many people nodded in approval, quite approving of this win-win solution.

As the commander of the Central Army, the Divine Brush Douluo who was in charge of this operation stepped forward and said loudly, "The Federation has always acted impartially. Since you are willing to settle the past, the Federation will naturally grant your request."

Then, he turned his gaze to Guan Yue, asking in a questioning tone, "Yue Tian Douluo, are you willing to agree to this?"

Yue Tian Douluo looked at Heartless Douluo with a complex expression, tinged with gratitude.

"That is indeed my wish, but I dare not ask."

Guan Yue clasped his hands in a fist salute, his voice resounding.

"Brother Cao, please!"

"Please." Cao Dezhi returned the greeting, his eyes clear and bright.

The next instant, both figures vanished from their original positions!

Above the sky, the Heartless Sword Domain suddenly unfolded, sword energy crisscrossing, four giant swords horizontally dividing the four directions of space, as if to drag everything into it.

Corresponding to this was the silvery-white Yue Tian Spear Domain, its spear light falling like stars, incomparably sharp, carrying the will to pierce through all obstacles and reach the highest heavens.

The two realms collided with a deafening roar, but there was no earth-shattering explosion, only a sickening hissing sound. Space was like a crumpled scroll, violently distorted, with light breaking and refracting within it, forming a bizarre and terrifying area.

Within the domain, the true forms of Cao Dezhi and Guan Yue were too difficult for ordinary people to perceive with the naked eye. They could only see the sword light and the silver spear light clashing wildly at a speed beyond comprehension, with each collision sparking countless energy sparks.

However, from Huo Yuhao's observation, it was clear that Guan Yue was more at ease.

After all, there is a difference in their cultivation levels.

However, the outcome of this battle is not important; it can only be considered a friendly exchange.

After observing for a while, the few Limit turned their attention to the others who came out of Shrek. The Divine Brush Douluo saw the Blood God Legion soldiers that the Federation had asked him to keep an eye on and nodded secretly.

It seems that, like the Heartless Douluo, they have no intention of fighting the Federation to the end.

Since that's the case, then let's fulfill their friendship with Shrek, so they can better serve the Federation in the future.

With this in mind, the Divine Brush Douluo arranged for a group of people to engage in a unique sparring match with those people, and then stopped paying attention.

These battles are not the most important.

His gaze was fixed on the Sea God Pavilion, where a terrifying aura had been brewing from the very beginning, making him tremble with fear.

Could it be the so-called True God?

But why did he sense the aura of the Heaven Supporting Douluo within it?

Golden Tree, Yun Ming stood, gazing at the battle between Heartless and Yue Tian.

"That's for the best, to prevent Guan Yue from making a foolish mistake."

Behind Yun Ming, Cai Yue'er's eyes held a complex expression.

Are you really going to stay?

"That's right, if you want to leave, you'd better prepare in advance."

Cai Yue'er's expression changed, and she coldly snorted, "I will live and die with Shrek Academy!"

Upon hearing this, Yun Ming glanced at her indifferently without replying, then turned his gaze to Long Yeyue on the other side and handed her something.

"Elder Long, I'm entrusting this item to you."

Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud?

Upon seeing what was in her hand, Long Yeyue's eyes widened in disbelief as she looked at Yun Ming.

Yun Ming seemed relieved, saying frankly, "From now on, I will no longer be the Sea God Pavilion Master, so it's best if this token, which in a sense represents the Pavilion Master's identity, doesn't remain on me."

"To be honest, I'm not a qualified Sea God Pavilion Master either. I lack the courage to correct Shrek's mistakes and the ability to turn the tide. In handling the relationship between the Federation and Shrek, I'm far less Heartless. No wonder he was the captain of our Shrek Seven Monsters back then, while I was just one of the Shrek Seven Monsters."

"Perhaps if he had taken over as the Pavilion Master back then, the situation would be better now."

At this point, Yun Ming paused, then looked at Long Yeyue, "I have no objection to your choice to carry out the Sea God's grand plan, but I hope you won't add another stain to Shrek Academy's reputation."

His voice lowered, carrying an almost weary solemnity. "Shrek's glory should not exist in a distorted way. The price of our mistakes has already been paid; let's not continue down the wrong path."

Long Yeyue frowned as she listened, shaking her head helplessly.

"Yun Ming, are you saying that Shrek's ancestors were all wrong, and that the Sea God was wrong too? How could that be? The ones who are wrong are those Star Luo Empire traitors, ungrateful bastards, and those who slander Shrek! When the Sea God's Ten Thousand Year Plan succeeds, Shrek will be reborn from the ashes, wash away its stain, and return to the pinnacle of glory!"

Yun Ming looked at her, the last trace of complex emotion belonging to "Yun Ming" in his eyes dissipated, leaving only an almost desolate calm.

"Perhaps." Yun Ming stopped arguing, as if casting pearls before swine. "Everyone has their own choices. My choice—"

I'll stay here, and witness the ending with this city.

"Elder Jin, this is my final plea."

The leaves of the Golden Tree swayed slightly, as if nodding.

Seeing this, Yun Ming turned back to the Golden Tree, gently placed his palm on the rough bark, and closed his eyes. Golden patterns began to spread from his palm, quickly covering his arm and spreading throughout his body.

All the plants on Sea God Island turned golden, making it look like an island made of gold.

A green Soul Ring quietly appeared beside Yun Ming and eventually merged into his body. As the green God Ring, containing a vast amount of Life and natural energy, completely merged into Yun Ming's body, his aura underwent a dramatic change!

Using the Half Divine Position he obtained from comprehending the fragments of the Sea God Divine Spark as a guide, Yun Ming absorbed the energy of the Golden Tree, which far exceeded that of Limit Douluo, and touched that boundary.

A pressure far greater and more refined than that of Limit Douluo, carrying clear divine fluctuations, slowly rose from his body like an awakened god!

The space emitted a strained hum, the air became viscous, and the light distorted.

Yun Ming felt the power flowing within his body—a power far exceeding Limit, touching upon higher levels of Laws, the power of True God! The nature of his Divine Body and Divine Power were both rising and condensing at an astonishing speed, coupled with his already attained Divine Origin Realm—

Now, he is the True God!

The price, of course, is enormous. This forced fusion and ascension comes at the cost of the Golden Tree's essence, its own overdraft, and the complete dissipation of its Half Divine Position status. Its duration is destined to be short; once it ends, he himself will be utterly exhausted, and may even be completely destroyed.

But for him, that was enough.

At the last moment, Yun Ming suddenly spoke up and asked, "Elder Jin, you, like them, are also a contingency plan left behind by the Sea God, right? Your essence is definitely not something that Limit Douluo can evaluate! That Life energy even gave me the feeling of directly facing a plane. The suppression and lightning punishment that the plane should have brought when I reached this level also disappeared because of that energy."

Ah Yin, inside the Golden Tree, felt a jolt in her heart and fell silent.

This silence seemed to make Yun Ming understand something, and he gave a bitter smile.

It was the Sea God Sea God brought them both success and failure.

Shrek gave birth to a legend, yet it cannot escape the influence of legend.

"After today, you'll be leaving too, won't you?"

Muttering to himself, Yun Ming shook his head.

"Very well, thank you for your kind gift."

Yun Ming withdrew his hand, and one by one, Soul Ring appeared around his body.

Black, black, black, black, red, red, red, orange, orange, green and gold!

The ten rings— True God!

At the front of the Federation Army's formation, Yu Guanzhi, Chen Xinjie, and all the other highly perceptive experts instantly felt an overwhelming pressure.

A terrifying aura rose from the direction of the Shrek Academy.

Above the sky, Cao Dezhi and Guan Yue, who were sparring, stopped at the same time and looked in shock toward Sea God Island.

They could clearly sense that the source of that aura was none other than Yun Ming!

"True God —he actually—" Guan Yue murmured in disbelief.

Cao Dezhi knew more, his eyes filled with complex emotions, which ultimately turned into a heavy sigh.

He wanted to ask, "Why bother?"

But he could understand Yun Ming's thoughts.

Yun Ming could not possibly break through to the True God realm. Reaching the True God realm now must come at a price, possibly even his Life!

With the intervention of True God under the command of the Sea God, what could be more awe-inspiring than the fall of a True God?

Even if they break through to the True God, they will still perish when facing the Federation, which can effectively deter those associated with Shrek. This will ensure that those Shrek members who have joined the Federation but still harbor resentment will completely submit to the Federation and will not cause trouble in the future. It will also allow the Federation to better digest and absorb Shrek's legacy and extinguish the hopes of some people to "make a comeback".

Using a most glorious "fall of a god" to put an end to Shrek's twisted Ten Thousand Years myth, and at the same time serve as the most solid cornerstone of the new order—this is probably the only way Yun Ming can think of to "account for" Shrek, the Federation, and even himself as the Sea God Pavilion Master.

"Since we can't give Shrek a dignified ending, let's make it a spectacular one!"

With a whisper, Yun Ming's figure arrived above Shrek City, facing the Federation members directly.

"The Sea God Pavilion Master, Yun Ming, has arrived. Who is willing to step forward and add a stroke to this final chapter?"