Guardian Douluo Cheng Gang's midnight raid; Yan Shaozhe lost all face (two chapters in one)

"Thanks to Senior Bei Bei's help! If he hadn't focused his firepower, I'm afraid I wouldn't have been able to win so easily," Lu Cheng stretched and replied with a smile.

"..."

Yan Shaozhe's eyes narrowed slightly. He was growing increasingly displeased with Lu Cheng. He'd heard that this kid had even clashed with Xuan Zi back in the Ming Dou Mountain Range, and that none of the many elders in the entire academy liked him...

That suited his wishes; once they returned to the Shrek Academy, no matter how they dealt with this kid, probably no one would speak up for him.

They are still too young and don't understand the importance of patience.

Yan Shaozhe sneered inwardly.

If this young man had been able to endure and wait until his combat strength was sufficient before retorting like this, then he would have had nothing to say. But now... one must understand that a genius who has not yet grown up is not worthy of being called a strongman.

"We'll settle the score once we get back to the academy." Yan Shaozhe waved his hand and disappeared into the distance.

This tense, confrontational atmosphere left Ling Luochеn, Gongyang Mo, and the others at a loss.

"Young Master..." Wu Feng shrank into the corner, glancing at Yan Shaozhe was leaving with some displeasure, and spoke softly.

Ning Tian shook his head, not even glancing at Yan Shaozhe, "Since our Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Sect has chosen to bet on Lu Cheng, we will never play both sides. Rest assured, we will make our move when the time comes."

Jiang Nannan glared at Yan Shaozhe as he walked away, her pink eyes wide. She walked to Lu Cheng's side, smoothing the boy's collar with her delicate hand, and whispered in his ear, "How did it go?"

"Finals, withdraw."

Lu Cheng's lips curled into a smile as he gently touched the beauty's soft face, causing her to blush. Jiang Nannan playfully slapped Lu Cheng's hand away, saying, "So many eyes are watching..."

However, he also seemed relieved. Clearly, Yan Shaozhe's petty and narrow-minded nature, if he really returned to the Shrek Academy, he would likely be targeted and killed.

Wang Yan's complexion gradually returned to normal, and she looked at Lu Cheng with a complicated expression. "Don't be angry with Dean Yan. You are our reserve team's ace. As long as we unite as one, we will surely win the final victory..."

Lu Cheng smiled without saying a word.

The night was deep.

Inside the hotel.

dormitory.

Lu Cheng sat cross-legged on the soft bed, his eyes closed, feeling the flow of energy in his dantian. He had now reached the peak of the fifty-seventh level Soul King realm. With his Soul Power, Spiritual Power, and even his physical body alone, he was already on par with ordinary Soul Saint, not to mention his group of Soul Spirit.

Previously, the Snow Empress was summoned, and her mother came with one hand.

It wasn't about winning; it was purely about showing off.

He wants a crushing victory, ending the series just before the final, so he won't hold back in the next two matches.

This reveals some of our true intentions.

But it doesn't matter. According to the message secretly passed by Lang Ya yesterday, the Sect Master of the Body Sect Du Busi, has already arrived in Star Luo City, so there is no need to worry about the Shrek Academy's interference.

Therefore, even if Yan Shaozhe noticed something was wrong at this point, it was too late.

Unless Xuan Zi arrives in person, things might get a little complicated. Otherwise, Yan Shaozhe, who has just become a Super Douluo at Level 95, is not much of a match for the top experts of the Body Sect.

"Buzz..."

As his Soul Power circulated through his body once more, the Golden Core in his dantian swelled and shrank, its light growing ever brighter. Lu Cheng's brows furrowed slightly, and then the circulation of his meridians slowly came to a standstill, the golden light dissipating.

"Someone's coming; they should be a Titled Douluo- level expert." From within the Sea of Consciousness, Sky Dream Ice Silkworm emerged and spoke up in warning.

"Hmm." Lu Cheng nodded silently.

His Spiritual Power was not weak, and he vaguely sensed the other party's aura, which was solid and profound. The other party's steps seemed light, but in fact they contained immense power. The other party was obviously a strong person with the power attribute. In addition, the other party was Titled Douluo, so the identity of the newcomer was obvious.

It must be Cheng Gang, one of the Star Luo Empire Guardian Douluo who was suppressed by Xuan Zi with one hand during the competition in the original work.

Logically speaking, Yan Shaozhe was also on the top floor of the hotel. Even if Cheng Gang, who was also a Title Douluo, concealed his aura, he should have noticed it by now.

So now it seems that either that old fox was hiding on the sidelines watching the show, or... he had already discussed it with Cheng Gang.

The latter possibility is not small. After all, Xuan Zi did not appear in the early part of the original work. Even if he did appear, he would be a relatively ancient living fossil. Not many people would recognize him. At least Cheng Gang is not among them, which is why he dared to cause trouble for Huo Gua.

But now that Yan Shaozhe has made his personal appearance, at least for the time being, he is the calling card of Shrek Academy. Even if others don't know Shrek Mu En, Xuan Zi, or Qian Duoduo, they can't possibly not know Yan Shaozhe, who has served as the dean of the Martial Soul Department for decades.

But Cheng Gang still dared to attack me even knowing that Yan Shaozhe was there...

A thought crossed my mind.

Look towards the windowsill.

A figure in black robes slowly emerged. The man lifted his cloak, revealing short, brown hair that stood on end like steel needles, with graying temples. He appeared to be an elderly man in his fifties or sixties. His eyes narrowed, and he smiled, saying, "I'm really lucky. You may be able to fool others, but you can't fool my discerning eyes."

"And who are you?" Lu Cheng asked with interest, glancing at Cheng Gang.

"I am one of the Star Luo Empire Guardian Douluo, Cheng Gang. You beast, how dare you come to the human world to show off your power? Do you really think there are no humans?" Cheng Gang looked at Lu Cheng with contempt, and the aura of Titled Douluo slowly emanated from his body, sealing off the room.

"Outsiders may not know, but I know perfectly well that you, you wicked beast, must be Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Beast transformed into a human, attempting to gain a foothold in the human world and use human form to help you become a god. Heh, your idea is quite beautiful, but unfortunately... you've met me."

Cheng Gang had a look on his face that said, "I saw right through your disguise," and he looked completely at ease.

"Oh?" Lu Cheng raised an eyebrow and smiled.

"Are you so sure?"

"When you used your Soul Skill today, you revealed your true Soul Beast form, didn't you? To me, it resembles the Snow Maiden, the Snow Empress, the leader of the Three Great Heavenly Kings of the Far North! Hehehe, my Cheng Gang turned around. After I kill you and take your Soul Bone..."

"I see." Lu Cheng nodded slightly, appearing to have given up struggling. "However, I have another question. This is the Star Luo Hotel, which must have layers of security checkpoints. As the Star Luo Empire Guardian Douluo, it's not surprising that you can come and go as you please. But I am from the Shrek Academy, at the top level, and protected by my teachers. How did you get in?"

"I..." Cheng Gang frowned slightly, feeling that something was wrong, but after glancing at Lu Cheng, who was only at the Soul King level and seemed to be waiting to be slaughtered, he put his mind at ease and burst into laughter.

"Anyway, you're just a dying man, so feel free to say these things. Let you die knowing why. You mentioned Yan Shaozhe? He hates you to the core. In fact, I came here today after already communicating with him. In the Ming Dou Mountain Range incident, that idiot Xuan Zi caused the deaths of all the Shrek Academy's main team disciples, while you were the only one unharmed. Therefore, he has a lot of resentment towards you. Moreover, he once bluntly stated... no matter how strong your talent is, you are definitely not destined to be the future Sea God Pavilion Master of the Shrek Academy. That position is meant for Mu En's great-grandson, Bei Bei. You are just a henchman. He will deal with you properly after we return to the Shrek Academy..."

"Shut up!!!"

Just as Cheng Gang spoke with a mocking expression, he suddenly became alert, his face changed drastically, and he looked around sharply. In the next instant, the world around him seemed to shatter and then reform.

When the view cleared again, Star Luo Emperor Xu Jiawei of Xingluo was shouting angrily in the distance.

At this moment, he was standing outside the window on the top floor of the Star Luo Hotel, his aura as Titled Douluo was completely visible, alarming almost half of the Star Luo Hotel's teams. A large number of people leaned out of the windows, focusing their gazes on him, their faces full of shock and astonishment.

Obviously, what was supposed to be a competition turned into such a huge scandal; it's simply... shocking.

"How could this be..." Cheng Gang's pupils dilated in shock, cold sweat appeared on his forehead, and he glanced at Yan Shaozhe not far away, who was also coldly staring at him, his eyes twitching wildly.

But the boy alone leisurely leaned against the window, smiling as if he were just another bystander observing him.

This time... it seems like I've offended everyone.

When exactly did it start?!

That guy was absolutely terrifying.

Even he, a Titled Douluo, didn't notice at all!

He had previously known about his illusions but had scoffed at them, never imagining that he himself would find the same path.

"Your Majesty, he's Soul Beast Transformation! He's Soul Beast Transformation!!"

Cheng Gang gritted his teeth and said resolutely.

Even if he couldn't get it himself, he had to at least muddy the waters. Otherwise, he would have offended Shrek Academy to the death, and he couldn't afford to bear the consequences of those old geezers' retaliation.

"Shut up!!"

Beside Xu Jiawei, a figure in black robes roared angrily and slapped him away.

Cheng Gang covered his swollen face, his face full of anger. He angrily raised his head, but after seeing who it was, a look of fear flashed in his eyes. He then lowered his head and remained silent.

The head of the Star Luo Empire Offering Hall, the Sea God of the entire Star Luo Empire, Azure Luan Douluo Ye Yu, is a living fossil with a cultivation level of at least level Level 97. He is a veteran, and he is not worthy of rebuttal.

"Idiot..."

The old man in black robes glanced at Cheng Gang indifferently and said softly, "You've been used as a pawn and you don't even realize it."

"Me." Cheng Gang looked aggrieved.

"Young friend Lu Cheng, this matter is the fault of my Star Luo Empire. I apologize to you on his behalf." Xu Jiawei ignored Cheng Gang, forced a smile, and spoke to Lu Cheng.

With so many eyes watching, the Star Luo Empire is likely to become a laughingstock.

Even the weakest Dou Ling Empire has never had any problems hosting tournaments, but in the Star Luo Empire, Guardian Douluo broke into a hotel and forcibly looted it.

They've really made Star Luo Empire lose all face.

"Oh? I am Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Beast in human form, why doesn't His Majesty come to capture me?" Lu Cheng asked with great interest.

"He dares?!"

A delicate shout echoed through the night sky.

Zhang Lexuan, dressed in a light blue dress, slowly appeared in front of Lu Cheng. Her stunningly beautiful face was now covered in frost, and her light blue eyes were coldly staring at Xu Jiawei in the distance, and even Cheng Gang behind him. Her aura as Titled Douluo was not concealed in the slightest.

The sudden appearance of the last two eerie red Soul Ring, in particular, caused widespread shock.

Even Xu Jiawei was getting more and more frustrated.

At this moment, he had no idea what kind of conflict had arisen within the Shrek Academy, how many factions had formed, it was all in complete chaos...

I initially thought that although this young man was intelligent, he was not favored and was neglected, so I could easily dismiss him. But now it seems... I'm afraid I have no choice but to cut my losses.

"If he dares to harm you, I'll unleash a massacre right here and now!"

Zhang Lexuan shouted without any mercy.

The crescent moon in the sky seemed to be tinged with a blood-red halo, and the atmosphere around them gradually became unsettling.

The beauty's originally light blue dress seemed to gradually turn into an eerie scarlet.

"Etc!"

Xu Jiawei's eye twitched violently.

His throat bobbed.

"Young friend Lu Cheng is a distinguished guest of our Star Luo Empire, and we naturally will not do anything to him. Cheng Gang's Cheng Gang statement about Soul Beast Transformation was purely a misunderstanding..."

Xu Jiawei smiled wryly, "His cultivation is too shallow. He only knows that Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Beast can transform into human form, but he doesn't know that Soul Beast with a cultivation of over 200,000 years can no longer transform into human form, let alone the Snow Empress of the Far North..."

"..."

Cheng Gang felt as if he had been struck by lightning, and his body trembled.

He really didn't know that.

Did he really misunderstand this boy?!

"Sister Lexuan..."

Lu Cheng gently grasped the beauty's soft hand, and the cold aura she had just exuded instantly dissipated. Her dress gradually faded from bright red to light blue, and her beautiful eyes glanced at Lu Cheng with a hint of worry and displeasure before withdrawing her aura back into her body.

"Our Star Luo Empire is willing to compensate young friend Lu Cheng with a ten- Ten Thousand Year Soul Bone as an apology for Cheng Gang's unauthorized trespassing. What do you say?" Xu Jiawei also breathed a sigh of relief.

"Can."

Lu Cheng smiled and nodded.

Know when to stop.

There's no need to offend the Star Luo Empire to the death.

All we need to do is create a conflict between him and Shrek Academy, and embarrass Yan Shaozhe.

Didn't they see that the old fox was already furious, his face turning ashen, and he had already slipped away?

The dean of the Martial Soul Department at the Shrek Academy not only failed to protect the safety of his own students, but also allowed others to break into the students' rest area and interrogate them at will. It's simply...

But what followed was ecstasy.

Because many other academies suddenly realized the source of the conflict between Shrek and Lu Cheng.

Such a prodigy, worthy of being recorded in history, was treated this way by the Shrek Academy; it's simply outrageous.

Furthermore, judging from Cheng Gang's previous words, Lu Cheng is most likely a lone wolf, a genius from humble beginnings.

Since that's the case, why not take this opportunity to poach talent?!

Almost all the teams were overwhelmed by Lu Cheng 'Lu Cheng phenomenal talent, and considering his age, he could still participate in the next tournament. If Lu Cheng was this phenomenal in this tournament, imagine how he would perform five years from now...

That would probably be a nightmare for all teams.

Not to mention, Lu Cheng's value goes far beyond the tournament. In fact, winning the tournament is just the least noticeable benefit Lu Cheng can gain. He is almost guaranteed to become a Super Douluo, or even... the ultimate!

So the next day...

Near Shrek's rest area.

Many faculty members casually passed by, but in reality, they were secretly slipping notes to Lu Cheng.

They all offered extremely generous terms.

Even when they were Xu Jiujiu passing by casually, their conversation touched on the conditions offered by the Star Luo Empire to poach Lu Cheng.

Only Yan Shaozhe stood to the side, his face ashen, filled with resentment and anger.