Xuan Zi had no choice but to recount the entire process of his journey to the Ming Dou Mountain Range to exterminate the Evil Soul Master and then to Star Luo City.
After hearing Xuan Zi's description, the Sea God Pavilion fell silent; no one had expected Xuan Zi to do this.
"I really didn't expect that a mere Soul King -level Evil Soul Master, the Death Messenger, would have such methods. If Ma Xiaotao and Ling Luochеn were here, our students would definitely have been able to withstand that Corpse Explosion." Xuan Zi was anxious, and this bastard excuse just slipped out.
Upon hearing Xuan Zi's words, Yan Shaozhe immediately stood up and exclaimed, " Xuan Zi, how can you say such a thing! Don't you think that if you had gone in with the students, wouldn't you have stopped the Corpse Explosion with a wave of your hand?"
"I... I... I didn't expect it to turn out like this!" Xuan Zi explained weakly.
"After this incident, I have decided to withdraw from the Sea God Pavilion, cease participating in the academy's management, and dedicate myself to cultivation, doing my utmost to protect the academy until the very end." Xuan Zi immediately offered his final solution, a strategic retreat.
Upon hearing Xuan Zi's words, Elder Zhuang, Elder Song, and Elder Lin, the three Sea God Pavilion Elder, immediately frowned. Xuan Zi was currently Shrek Academy's number one combatant; without him, what would Shrek Academy do?
Xuan Zi caught a glimpse of the three people's expressions out of the corner of his eye and instantly felt confident that this time they were in the bag. But when he turned his head and saw Yan Shaozhe and Cai Mei'er, they both nodded in unison.
Xuan Zi looked again, and Qian Duoduo and Xian Lin'er were in the same state. Finally, when he looked at Qian Chen and Zhang Lexuan, his last hope was shattered, as neither Qian Chen nor Zhang Lexuan showed any expression of opposition or concern.
" Xuan Zi is right. Xuan Zi Martial Soul is the Godly Taotie Bull, and he is gluttonous all his life, which cannot be changed. Seven years ago, Xuan Zi made a mistake because of this, which led to me and the previous Shrek Seven Devils encountering the Hundred-Thousand-Year Saber-Toothed Tiger King. If it weren't for Qian Chen's appearance, our group of twelve would likely have been wiped out." Zhang Lexuan said immediately.
"Yes, Lexuan is right. Xuan Zi's Martial Soul does indeed have flaws. Now that Xuan Zi is willing to put aside his position and focus on cultivation, just to contribute to protecting the academy, this is the best choice," Yan Shaozhe immediately agreed.
"I agree to Xuan Zi's request to relinquish all his posts and focus on cultivation. If Xuan Zi can break through to Level 99 Limit Douluo, the problem of Xuan Zi Martial Soul's defect might be resolved." Qian Duoduo added.
Cai Mei'er continued, "That's right. If Xuan Zi could calm down and focus on breaking through to Level 99 Limit Douluo, once he succeeds, it will allow Shrek Academy to overcome its current period of weakness."
"That's right, that's right, everyone is absolutely right. It's perfect that Xuan Zi can step down from his post and focus on his breakthrough!" Xian Lin'er echoed without missing a beat.
Just then, Qian Chen finally spoke up. He looked at the three elders and said, " Elder Zhuang, Elder Lin, Elder Song, you see, since Xuan Zi has requested to resign from all his positions at the Shrek Academy so he can focus on cultivation, I think we should support him."
At this moment, Elder Zhuang glanced at Xuan Zi and asked, " Xuan Zi, we are considered to be of the same generation of Shrek members. I'm asking you, are you really sure you want to calm down, cultivate diligently, and strive for a breakthrough?"
Hearing Elder Zhuang's question, Elder Lin and Elder Song also looked at Xuan Zi. Xuan Zi was speechless with bitterness! He never expected this outcome. Many of the students he had trained in the past had died in accidents! Why was everyone agreeing to him resigning his post to cultivate this time?
But there's no turning back now; I made the promise myself, how can I take it back?
"I... I've made up my mind. I want to resign and focus on my cultivation," Xuan Zi said with a bitter expression, his heart bleeding.
"Alright, Xuan Zi, since you've made up your mind to go, then go with peace of mind. Cultivate well and make our generation of Shrek students proud, and produce a Limit Douluo!" Elder Lin said immediately.
"Yes, Xuan Zi, if you need any resources, just ask me. I have plenty of resources here," Elder Song immediately added.
Hearing that everyone agreed to his resignation from Shrek Academy, Xuan Zi knew that he would lose his power and status at the Shrek Academy this time.
After a moment, Xuan Zi understood. Mu En had once instructed that as long as he broke through to Level 99 Limit Douluo, he could become the true master of the Sea God Pavilion at the Shrek Academy, and the true master of the Shrek Academy.
"Alright, since everyone agrees that I will no longer hold any position in the academy and will focus on breaking through to the Level 99 Limit Douluo, then I entrust the future of the academy to you all." After saying that, Xuan Zi stood up from his seat and walked straight out of the Sea God Pavilion.
Only after Xuan Zi left the Sea God Pavilion and even the sound of his footsteps completely disappeared did Yan Shaozhe say, "Today, Xuan Zi has stepped down from the academy's management, leaving Shrek Inner Court and Inspection Corps without anyone to manage them. What do you all think we should do?"
As soon as Yan Shaozhe finished speaking, Qian Duoduo chimed in, "In that case, I think we should let Lexuan relinquish her position as Dean of the Martial Soul Department and let her take over the management of the Inner Court and the Inspection Corps."
At this moment, Elder Lin raised a question, "After Lexuan leaves, will Qian Chen be solely in charge of the Martial Soul Department's Outer Court?"
"I suggest that my younger brother Bing Ling, and I jointly take charge of the Martial Soul Department," Qian Chen said.
"That's good, this is an excellent arrangement. Bing Ling has already reached level 88 Soul Douluo, possesses the top-tier Martial Soul Light Feather Divine Bow, and has even evolved into the Ultimate Ice attribute. In these special times, we must be unconventional," Cai Mei'er added.
The three elders were actually quite satisfied with Zhang Lexuan and had a good relationship with Bing Ling. They nodded to each other and said, "We have no objections. Let the Sea God Pavilion vote in the end."
Yan Shaozhe said, "Alright, let's vote by raising hands. Those who agree that Zhang Lexuan should take over Shrek Inner Court and the Inspection Corps, and that Bing Ling and Qian Chen should take over as deans of the Martial Soul Department, please raise your hands."
Qian Duoduo and Xian Lin'er were the first to raise their hands. Then Yan Shaozhe and Cai Mei'er followed suit. Elder Zhuang, Elder Lin, and Elder Song exchanged glances and raised their hands as well. Finally Qian Chen and Zhang Lexuan also raised their hands.
"Great, I didn't expect it to pass unanimously. It seems it truly met the people's expectations!" Yan Shaozhe exclaimed. Then he continued, "There's one more thing that needs to be addressed immediately."
Qian Duoduo asked, "What is it?"
" With Xuan Zi resigning from the Soul Master Tournament, our Shrek Academy Team is now without a team leader. According to the rules, it should be Lexuan who makes the trip," Yan Shaozhe said.
At this moment, Qian Chen stood up and said, " Pavilion Master Yan, I would like to volunteer to go to the Soul Master Tournament this time as the Shrek Academy Team."
"I have no objection. Qian Chen and I are one. I can do his work, and he can do mine," Zhang Lexuan said first.
" Lexuan has no objections, what are we talking about? I support this plan," Cai Mei'er said.
Yan Shaozhe glanced at the Sea God Pavilion Elder; none of them had any objections. He said, "This plan is approved. However, Qian Chen, there aren't any stronger Inner Court disciples in the academy to supplement your team right now. You'll have to rely on yourselves."
Qian Chen nodded, indicating that there was no problem.
Unexpectedly Yan Shaozhe said again, " The White Tiger Duke's Mansion is an important friend of Shrek. Now that Dai Yueheng is crippled and Dai Huabin is missing, Qian Chen, after you arrive in Star Luo City, please take this opportunity to visit the White Tiger Duke's Mansion on behalf of the Shrek Academy."