Sure enough, before long, Meng Shenji looked at Flender and said:
"I heard from Qin Ming that several of these children broke through to Soul Elder at just twelve years old. That truly astonished me. Shrek Academy really is a gathering place for monsters!"
"Qin Ming's achievements already amazed me greatly. I never imagined your academy had nurtured so many other outstanding talents."
At those words, a proud smile appeared on Flender's face, though he did not forget to reply modestly:
"Chief Meng Shenji, you flatter us. The children were simply lucky and willing to put in the hard work."
Meng Shenji stroked his beard, his gaze sweeping over Tang San, Dai Mubai, and the others standing nearby, the admiration in his eyes hard to conceal:
"Becoming a Soul Elder at twelve is not something a mere 'lucky' can explain."
"In all my years of teaching, I have seen no small number of geniuses. Every one of Shrek's children could be said to possess extraordinary gifts."
"Qin Ming has already explained everything to us very clearly. It is our honor to have you all come to our academy."
Meng Shenji's tone was earnest and sincere. He bowed slightly, showing his respect to Flender and the others.
"Once you join our Heaven Dou Royal Academy, the Academy will never assign you any teaching duties unless you teachers are willing."
Meng Shenji continued, a gentle smile on his face as he tried to convey the Academy's sincerity and respect to everyone.
"Here, you will all be completely free. If you need anything, simply ask. As long as it lies within my authority, we can discuss it."
"As for your final request, to be allowed to take your students away at any time and from anywhere, I'm afraid I cannot agree to that