The two sects' fate, a proposal for self-preservation
Jin Shan glanced at the four deans and smiled, "Deans, please don't stand on ceremony. It's fate that we've gathered here. Please, have a seat!"
"Thank you, seniors." The four of them bowed in response.
Huo Feng spoke again, "Senior An Jun, he just came from the Heaven Dou Imperial Palace and has a fairly clear understanding of what happened between the two major sects. Next, please let Senior An Jun tell us about the situation after the battle between the two major sects and the Spirit Hall, and then we can discuss self-defense strategies together."
An Jun's gaze swept over the crowd, and he said, "This Soul Hunting Operation launched by the Spirit Hall is of such a large scale, involves such a large number of Soul Master, and has such a wide impact that it was clearly premeditated."
"The Spirit Hall launched its Soul Hunting Operation against the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect and the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan almost simultaneously. After the incident, Ning Fengzhi, the sect leader of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, and Yu Xiaogang, the son of Yu Yuanzhen, the patriarch of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, reported to Xue Ye immediately. The information I received from His Majesty is naturally the most reliable."
"The Spirit Hall's attack on the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect occurred at night. The Spirit Hall seized the opportunity very well. According to Ning Fengzhi's report to Xue Ye Majesty Xue Ye, at that time, 40% of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect School's disciples were out on business, leaving the sect's defenses weak. Fortunately, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's patrol personnel discovered the enemy's presence before the Spirit Hall launched its attack and promptly issued warning signals, giving the sect members a short period of time to prepare."
"The battle lasted for two full hours. The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect suffered heavy losses. More than two-thirds of its disciples perished, totaling over two thousand people. After a night of fierce fighting, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect barely managed to repel the Spirit Hall."
"This time, the Spirit Hall mobilized not only its own Soul Master, but also people from the Lower Four Sects. The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect suffered heavy losses because four Titled Douluo led the team alone. The two pillars of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, Bone Douluo Gu Rong, were seriously injured; Sword Douluo Chen Xin also lost an arm in this battle. The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect has been severely weakened, and it will be difficult for it to regain its former glory."
Upon hearing these words, the four deans all looked surprised and exchanged bewildered glances.
An Jun downed the tea in the cup on the table beside him and spoke again, "Compared to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan suffered a far worse fate. Not only was their entire clan wiped out, but they were also completely looted. The Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan patriarch, Yu Yuanzhen, who was also the sect leader and Yu Xiaogang's biological father, had a mangled corpse. His three Soul Bone were also taken by the Spirit Hall."
"Although the Heaven Dou Empire sent troops to help immediately, it still took three whole days just to bury the bodies."
"Compared to the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect School was relatively fortunate. However, Sword Douluo Chen Xin's most important right arm was completely destroyed, greatly diminishing his strength. Fortunately, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's wealth was transported to Heaven Dou City in time, and all participants were evacuated to the imperial capital, thus ensuring their safety."
"His Majesty Xue Ye was furious about what had happened. He originally wanted to go to war with the Spirit Hall, but after being persuaded by Ning Fengzhi, Yu Xiaogang, and Crown Prince Xue Qinghe, he suppressed his anger and gave up the idea of war."
"Senior An Jun, as far as I know, the Heaven Dou Empire has a million-strong army. Are we afraid of the Spirit Hall?" Lei En's voice rang out.
An Jun shook his head and said, "It's not that we're afraid, it's that we can't. Everyone knows how important Soul Master are in battle. The attacks on the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect and the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan are the best proof of that. We must not underestimate the strength of the Spirit Hall. Although the Spirit Hall suffered considerable losses in this Soul Hunting Operation, it is estimated that the Spirit Hall still has at least 20,000 Soul Master under its control. It also has more than ten Titled Douluo experts. The most terrifying thing is that it also has Pope Bibi Dong."
"His Majesty's million-strong army is indeed powerful, and the Spirit Hall might not be able to defeat it. However, the Spirit Hall still has the Hall Guardian Knights and the support of those kingdoms. If those Soul Master are mixed in with the kingdoms' armies, the consequences would be unimaginable. Ultimately, the Heaven Dou Empire has too few Soul Master, and it lacks a strong leader. Therefore, it simply cannot fight. That's all the information I have. Now everyone should be thinking about how to protect the teachers and students of their academies. As for whether the Empire will go to war with the Spirit Hall, I think it's unlikely in the short term."
"The matter of the two major sects is now in the past. The most important thing now is how our academies can survive. We have gathered here today to discuss a plan to deal with the Spirit Hall as soon as possible, otherwise the fate of the two major sects today will be our fate tomorrow." Shui Wanrou's somewhat anxious voice rang out.
Feng Yuanhang said, "Dean Shui is absolutely right. The Spirit Hall's suppression of our Four Elements Academy has become increasingly severe in recent years. Although they haven't actually made a move against us yet, no one can predict the current situation. They might turn their attention to us any day now. Our academies are not like the two major sects. Apart from the Blazing Fire Academy, none of the other academies have a Titled Douluo. Once the Spirit Hall makes a move, wiping us out will be as easy as crushing ants. So, everyone, please share any good ideas you have!"
At this moment, Huo Lei stood up from the sofa and said, "Deans, I have a suggestion. This suggestion can not only solve the current predicament, but also greatly benefit future development."
Feng Yuanhang said frankly, "Nephew, please speak your mind. There are no outsiders present today."
Feng Yuanhang greatly admired Huo Lei, who was young, promising, and generous. Huo Lei had given his son, Feng Xiaotian, three ten- Ten Thousand Year Soul Bone, which alone showed Feng Yuanhang Huo Lei's high regard for him.
"That's right! There are no outsiders here today, so please speak your mind, my dear nephew!" It was Shui Wanrou who spoke.
When Shui Bing'er and Xue Wu returned to the Skywater Academy and told Shui Wanrou about their experiences in the Far North and their own growth, Shui Wanrou fell deeply in love with Huo Lei, this sensible young man. Of course, this affection stemmed from an elder's fondness for a younger generation. That's why she echoed Feng Yuanhang's words.
Huo Lei said, "Then I will speak frankly. My suggestion is to merge the academies. Our five academies should merge into one, establishing a brand new academy. I've even thought of a name for it: the Four Elements Academy."
"The Four Elements Academy?" The four deans looked surprised and exchanged bewildered glances.
Feng Yuanhang looked at Huo Lei and said, "Nephew, your idea is not bad, but there are many problems involved. Just take the merger of our five academies, for example. How should we do it? As far as I know, none of our five academies can accommodate all of our students."
Huo Lei smiled and said, "Deans, there's no need to worry. Our Blazing Fire Academy built a new academy in Heaven Dou City six months ago, and it's now fully furnished and ready for immediate occupancy."
"The original plan for this new academy was to use it as a branch of the Blazing Fire Academy, but unexpectedly, the Spirit Hall launched a brutal Soul Hunting Operation. Now we are all in danger, and I think we should unite."