From the moment Qian Chen entered Shrek Academy, Mu En issued a gag order to keep his strength a secret, which was never revoked. Those who had seen Qian Chen's Twin Martial Souls and Soul Ring Configuration at the time never spoke of them to anyone.
In addition, Qian Chen has hardly ever made a move in the academy over the years. Most people in the academy only know that he exists, but only Zhang Lexuan, the deans of the Martial Soul Department and the Soul Tool Department, and Xuan Zi know his actual strength.
Du Weilun, the former dean of the Martial Soul Department, already harbored resentment towards Qian Chen for taking his position. Now, hearing that Qian Chen was to be promoted again without mentioning his reinstatement as dean, he could no longer contain his anger. He was the first to stand up. "I have objections."
Yan Shaozhe glanced at Du Weilun and quickly lowered his voice to advise, " Old Du, sit down. Now is not the time for you to speak."
Du Weilun completely ignored Yan Shaozhe's advice. He was simply unwilling to accept defeat and wanted to vent his dissatisfaction, so he continued, "Although Zhang Lexuan is the number one genius in the Shrek Academy in three thousand years, she is only at the Soul Douluo level now, and she is still too young. As for Qian Chen, I remember you participated in the Soul Master Tournament three years ago, right? You are probably even younger. At your age, can you really manage the Martial Soul Department and truly hold your positions as Sea God Pavilion Elder?"
He changed the subject. "In terms of qualifications, I think Elder Gong Changlong Elder Gong, the Beast King, is more suitable. Elder Gong is not only Titled Douluo, but he has also worked diligently at the academy for so many years. I would rather support Elder Gong."
After saying that, he sat back down. Du Weilun knew in his heart that he was just a Soul Douluo. It was already quite good that he could express his dissatisfaction in front of so many elders today.
Gong Changlong never expected that without saying a word, he would be thrust into the limelight by Du Weilun. Qian Chen understood that now that Mu En was dead, he needed to quickly establish his authority within the academy, so he said, "Teacher Du, it seems you have reservations about me and Lexuan succeeding as the deans and vice deans of the Martial Soul Department. How about I demonstrate my strength to you now, which will also make it easier for Lexuan and me to manage the Martial Soul Department in the future?"
Yan Shaozhe nodded upon hearing this. He knew that managing the Martial Soul Department required strength. Qian Chen certainly had the strength, but Mu En had given a gag order, so no one else knew. He said, "I think this is good. Qian Chen, just be merciful and don't hurt anyone."
Qian Chen nodded in agreement, "Of course, they're all teachers at the Shrek Academy; we see each other all the time."
Du Weilun panicked. He hadn't expected his defiance would result in a Soul Fighting contest. He had no idea of Qian Chen's true strength and cried out urgently, " Elder Gong! I..."
Gong Changlong was somewhat surprised that Du Weilun had mentioned him again. However, he and Du Weilun had a good relationship, and he had said he would stand up for Du Weilun when he was unjustly dismissed. If he backed down now, he would lose face big time. He had no choice but to bite the bullet and say, "Dean Qian Chen, then I'll spar with you. I'm getting old and just want to raise Soul Beast in the Soul Beast Garden for a few more years. However, this matter concerns the rise and fall of the Martial Soul Department, so I'd better take charge personally."
Qian Chen naturally knew that Gong Changlong was in the spotlight today Du Weilun, so he softened his tone and said, " Elder Gong, you are a veteran of the Martial Soul Department and have the strength of Titled Douluo. I naturally have no objection to you coming to give the Martial Soul Department some guidance." As he spoke, he turned to look at Du Weilun, "Since Teacher Du also doubts the strength of me and Lexuan, why don't you both come together?"
Du Weilun was startled. He knew his own limitations best. As a fellow Soul Douluo, he was no match for Zhang Lexuan. He could only say, "Why don't you and Elder Gong have a match? There's no need for Elder Gong and me to fight you and Zhang Lexuan at the same time. Too many people will only obscure our true strength."
Qian Chen understood; Du Weilun thought he was going to fight two against two. He casually said, " Lexuan doesn't need to fight; I'll fight you and Elder Gong alone."
" Qian Chen! You're seriously underestimating me!" Du Weilun screamed on the spot. "Since you're so arrogant, I'll show you what I and Elder Gong are all about!"
Qian Chen ignored his clamor, his gaze sweeping over the other high-ranking members of the Martial Soul Department and Soul Tool Department present today. He declared loudly, "If there is anyone who still disagrees with Lexuan and me managing the Martial Soul Department, stand up today and side with Teacher Du and Elder Gong to fight me. In today's battle, I will not hold you accountable for questioning Lexuan and me's strength. But after today, if anyone questions us again or refuses to be disciplined, don't blame me for being Wuqing."
These words were resounding and domineering. After they finished speaking, the few Soul Douluo below who had been itching to attack hesitated for a moment, then quietly sat back down. Several people teaming up against one would gain nothing even if they won, but losing would be a complete loss of face; it was better to watch the show unfold. The rest of the group remained seated, and no one else rose.
"Let's go to the Inner Court Soul Fighting Arena." Seeing that no one would accept the challenge, Yan Shaozhe finalized the competition with a single sentence.
Upon hearing this, everyone rose and headed towards the Soul Fighting Arena. The three elders of the Sea God Pavilion — Elder Lin, Elder Song, and Elder Zhuang —also stood up, preparing to join the crowd and watch the battle. Yan Shaozhe quickly asked, "Elders, are you going too?"
Elder Lin chuckled, "Of course, of course. I've been wanting to see just how far the new generation of elders of the Sea God Pavilion have progressed."
Elder Zhuang chimed in, "Yes, let's go take a look. If anyone gets hurt later, I can treat them on the spot."
A moment later, more than a dozen people had gathered at the Inner Court 'Soul Fighting Arena. Although Yan Shaozhe had been openly and secretly competing with Qian Duoduo and Xian Lin'er for many years over the Martial Soul Department and Soul Tool Department, they were ultimately all disciples of Mu En, and their private relationship wasn't bad. Yan Shaozhe said to the three of them, " Old Qian, today there's a competition between Titled Douluo. If we don't fill this Soul Fighting Arena with Soul Power to protect it, the arena will probably be destroyed. Come on, let's each take one corner and protect the Soul Fighting Arena."
Qian Duoduo, Xian Lin'er, and Cai Mei'er nodded in unison. The four of them stood at the four corners of the Soul Fighting Arena, pouring their Soul Power into the center of the arena together, using their Titled Douluo- level strength to firmly protect the entire arena.
Soon, Qian Chen, Gong Changlong, and Du Weilun stood on the Soul Fighting Stage. Zhang Lexuan shouted from below, " Qian Chen, be careful, don't go too far!"
Qian Chen turned back and smiled slightly at her, "Don't worry, Lexuan, I know what I'm doing. Besides, Elder Zhuang is still watching from below the stage, so there's nothing to worry about."
Upon hearing this, Du Weilun's face turned ashen, and he gritted his teeth, saying, " Qian Chen, you've spoken too confidently. Be careful, you're so young, you might suffer a great loss."
After speaking, he unleashed his Soul Power, and eight Soul Ring— yellow, yellow, purple, purple, black, black, black, black—lit up in succession beneath his feet, while a Vigorous Vajra Martial Soul suddenly appeared behind him. He released his Soul Douluo- level aura without reservation.
Seeing that Du Weilun had revealed his Martial Soul and Soul Ring, Gong Changlong shook his head helplessly and sighed, "Alas, it's been so many years since I've had a match with anyone." As soon as he finished speaking, nine Soul Ring, and a fire Fire Dragon Martial Soul behind him soared into the sky with a scorching aura.
" Qian Chen, reveal your Martial Soul and Soul Ring, and fight us to the death!" Gong Changlong shouted loudly.
"Alright, as you wish," Qian Chen replied calmly.