Xuan Zi Struck Again: The Absurd Result of Cutting Three out of Five, and Scapegoat Zhang Lexuan

Upon hearing this, Xuan Zi nearly coughed up a mouthful of blood on the spot.

A threat, and a blatant one at that.

Xuan Zi felt that he must have forgotten to check the almanac before going out today. Not only did his favorite team get crushed, but he also received another threat from a junior.

He tolerated the latter, after all, these were the rules of the Grand Melee Selection Tournament. As the Referee and witness, he absolutely could not violate the rules he had set in front of all the core disciples of the Outer Court. Otherwise, how could he gain the respect of the masses in the future, and how could the academy gain their trust?

But he really couldn't stand the former. The indescribable anger, the frustration of seeing his son's son not living up to his potential, and the resentment caused by considerations of practical interests almost made him lose control on the spot.

At this moment, Xu Sanshi, whose bloodline had awakened but who had lost most of his rationality, undoubtedly became the target of his rage.

"Snort!"

After letting out a cold snort, a terrifying aura, like that of Primordial Ferocious Beast, suddenly erupted from Xuan Zi. In the next instant, Xuan Zi slapped out, sending Xu Sanshi, who was in his bloodline awakening state, flying and embedding him into a hard granite wall not far away.

"The Grand Melee Selection Tournament are now over. You should all go back and rest to heal your injuries. Further arrangements will be announced by the academy later."

Xuan Zi gave everyone a deep look, then turned into a streak of light and flew towards Sea God Island without looking back.

The facts today are too absurd; he must convene Sea God Pavilion Meeting and cannot allow the situation to continue to spiral out of control.

Otherwise, the reserve team shouldn't be called the Shrek Seven Monsters reserve team anymore; it should just be called the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect Genius Training Camp.

Shortly after the selection competition ended, Jiang Yu learned the results from Ning Tian.

Even Jiang Yu was somewhat bewildered upon hearing the final list of seven remaining people.

Seriously, ladies, you guys reduced the original seven-person reserve team to just Bei Bei and Xu Sanshi, and that's bad enough, but how did Cao Jinxuan and Huang Chutian manage to have the last laugh with you?

After regaining his senses, Jiang Yu suddenly noticed something interesting.

Once this Grand Melee Selection Tournament ended, apart from Xu Sanshi, who came from the Xuanming Sect, it seemed that only Bei Bei among the seven reserve team members was still a direct descendant of the Shrek Academy.

Thinking of this, even Jiang Yu, a seasoned veteran of the family, couldn't hold back.

Of the seven people who managed to reach the core of the Outer Court at the Shrek Academy, the number one academy on the continent, six were outsiders. He could already imagine what Xuan Zi would say and do after returning to the Sea God Pavilion.

After a moment's thought, Jiang Yu said softly:

"Sister Tian, you need to be prepared. The reserve team positions are related to a lot of things. Shrek Academy won't give them to the five of us so easily, especially since, apart from Xie Huanyue, Cao Jinxuan and Huang Chutian's individual combat strength is really average. There's a high chance they'll find a reason to eliminate them."

"To put it bluntly, I don't even think Xie Huanyue will be able to make the cut. After all, I'm already the leader of this generation of Shrek Seven Monsters. If three of the next generation of Shrek Seven Monsters come from the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, not only Shrek Academy, but other forces will probably be uneasy."

Upon hearing this, Ning Tian remained silent for a moment, then said softly:

"Regardless, Xie Huanyue and the others have passed my test. Let's wait for the results. If it's really as you said, Xiao Yu, I will help them get justice."

Jiang Yu nodded, then smiled and said:

"If I had a boss like you, Sister Tian, who's willing to stand up for his subordinates, I would dedicate myself to the sect until my dying breath. In my opinion, our Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect becoming the number one Soul Master Sect in the world is just around the corner."

"Xiao Yu, don't say that..."

Opposite the Crimson Spirit Jade Pendant, Ning Tian's voice clearly indicated some embarrassment.

Jiang Yu didn't tease Ning Tian anymore. After giving him a few more instructions, the two said goodnight to each other and ended the call.

A day passed quickly.

Sea God Pavilion quickly gave its final decision regarding the Grand Melee Selection Tournament.

Jiang Yu took the file from Zhang Lexuan, glanced at it, and then threw it onto the table.

"The same disgusting way of doing things as always. Are those old bastards from the Sea God Pavilion too weak to survive? They replaced three out of five people. Why didn't they replace Ning Tian and Wu Feng as well? Or, to be more direct, why didn't they just replace me with their own people? Wouldn't that be better?"

Zhang Lexuan sat quietly on the sofa, a hint of shame and embarrassment flashing across her gentle and beautiful face because of Jiang Yu's words. Seeing Jiang Yu expression, she hesitated for a long time before finally taking a deep breath and softly saying:

"Xiao Yu, I know that the three students who were eliminated have joined your Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, but the academy has its own difficulties. According to past patterns, at least four of the seven members of each reserve team will become the next generation of Shrek Seven Monsters. The academy also needs to develop and cultivate its own strong individuals, and cannot give all the opportunities to... outsiders."

After saying this, Zhang Lexuan lowered her head and remained silent.

Looking at her hands tightly gripping the hem of her dress, Jiang Yu said expressionlessly:

"Is this what you mean, Grandmaster?"

Upon hearing this, Zhang Lexuan shook her head vigorously, then said sincerely:

"This is the opinion of the vast majority of the Senior Elder of the Sea God Pavilion. I swear on my Martial Soul that I have never thought of it this way. I also watched the battle between Bei Bei and Junior Sister Ning. They were able to win because of their teamwork and strength. Everyone did their best to do everything they should and could do. No matter who it is, they all deserve to be in the reserve team."

"But Xiao Yu, Shrek Academy and the Sea God Pavilion are never a place where anyone can make the decision on their own. Even Mu En would find it difficult to overturn a decision that the vast majority of Senior Elder agree with. But please believe me, the academy will definitely give Xie Huanyue and the other two sufficient compensation."

Jiang Yu chuckled.

"Come on, Grandmaster, you can keep this nonsense to yourself. There's no need to say it aloud and make yourself a laughingstock."

"As for cultivating your own talent, what do you need so many strong individuals for at the Shrek Academy, an academy dedicated to teaching and nurturing? What, do you want to carve out your own territory and establish your own Shrek Empire?"

"My stance on this matter can be summed up in one sentence: What is stolen is never truly yours. It's like sand in your hand; the tighter you grasp it, the faster it slips away."

"Furthermore, my attitude towards my enemies has never changed. Tell those three guys that if they choose to accept this, they'd better sleep with their eyes open from now on, or they might not see the sun rise tomorrow."

After saying that, Jiang Yu stood up and pointed towards the door:

"Grandmaster, you can tell those old guys from the Sea God Pavilion everything I said, word for word. I'm not afraid of any of them. Alright, I need to cultivate now, so I won't keep you any longer. Take care, Grandmaster Grandmaster."

Zhang Lexuan stood up, glanced at Jiang Yu with a complicated expression, then her gaze swept upstairs. Finally, she said softly:

"Xiao Yu, I admit you make a lot of sense... but don't say these things lightly before you have enough strength. I won't tell any of the Senior Elder, because you and those kids from the Outer Court who did their best for the reserve team membership were never wrong. The academy is wrong, and this world is wrong..."

"You should focus on your cultivation. I need to go to the Outer Court to announce the selection results on behalf of Xuan Zi, so I won't bother you any longer."

Jiang Yu clicked his tongue upon hearing this.

This is typical of Xuan Zi; he was afraid of tarnishing his reputation by announcing the results himself, so he found Zhang Lexuan to be the scapegoat.

After speaking, Zhang Lexuan didn't say anything more, and gently closed the door behind her as she left the room...