Flender keenly sensed that Qin Fang and the others were rapidly approaching. He let out a soft exclamation and shielded Oscar behind him.
Oscar is Shrek Academy's precious gem, the only Food System Soul Master with Innate Full Soul Power. He absolutely cannot be lost.
Oscar was curious about what had happened. As they got closer, Flender saw the clothes Qin Fang and the others were wearing and felt relieved. "Hmm, they're just students from the Spirit Hall Elementary Academy. There's no need to be too surprised."
However, upon closer inspection, the leading youth had actually reached the level of Soul King, which shocked Flender. "Ah, how can the Spirit Hall have such a monstrous student?" he thought. "Judging by his age, he seems to be around the same age as Oscar, so why is there such a huge difference in their Soul Power?"
Flender was surprised, wondering why these seven people had surrounded him.
Qin Fang smiled, lowered his posture, and cupped his hands, saying, "Oh, so you are the strict teacher of the Shrek Academy, the Four-Eyed Cat Eagle: Dean Flender, and your outstanding students. I have long admired your reputation. My apologies for not being more respectful."
Upon hearing Qin Fang's flattering words, Flender's initial suspicion dissipated. "This kid has a sweet tongue," he thought. "Perhaps he's seeking my protection to help him hunt Soul Beast. Haha, I didn't expect Flender reputation to be so widespread! Even the students of the Spirit Hall recognize me."
To satisfy his curiosity and vanity, Flender coughed lightly and said, "You recognize me."
Qin Fang gestured exaggeratedly as he laughed, "Of course, your name is already renowned throughout the entire continent. Besides, your academy has cultivated many geniuses for our Spirit Hall; and your educational philosophy is even more..."
Qian Renxue, Hu Liena, and the others were stunned. Ah, it seemed to be the first time they had seen Qin Fang so "fawning". You know, even when facing Bibi Dong and Qian Daoliu, Qin Fang always spoke to them as an equal.
Furthermore, these words are so cheesy. It's hard to believe they came from Qin Fang's mouth. Is this still the handsome, dashing, and fearless Qin Fang?
As for Flender? Uh, who knows him? He's just a Soul Douluo.
Flender became even more smug, his tail practically wagging in the air, and said, "Kid, you're pretty good. Tell me, whatever you want, I'll grant your request."
If it were praise from other forces, Flender might not have taken it seriously, thinking it was just flattery; however, it was said by a student of the Spirit Hall, so the credibility was too high.
Qin Fang smiled and said, "Dean Flender, I've heard Uncle Chrysanthemum Douluo say that, if possible, he wants to invite the entire Shrek Academy to merge into the Spirit Hall Advanced Academy and establish a separate academy to teach geniuses. I wonder if you would be willing?"
"Rest assured, our Spirit Hall will not interfere with your autonomy. In addition, we will provide you with an annual teaching salary of 300,000 Gold Soul Coin and an annual research and teaching fund of 3 million Gold Soul Coin."
These words even tempted the usually stubborn Flender. The offer was simply too tempting.
Oscar was also somewhat tempted. The Spirit Hall? The holy land of Soul Master! He wanted to go. Unfortunately, his teacher, Flender, wouldn't let him.
Hidden in the shadows, Chrysanthemum Douluo: "Ah, when did I say something like that? Isn't that nonsense? Shrek Academy? Never even heard of it. No, I think I've heard of it. The Spirit Hall recently got a new kid, quite a genius, and I heard he graduated from the Shrek Academy. But the price? Isn't it a bit too high?"
After calming down slightly, Flender said, "You can't make that decision, can you? Let Chrysanthemum Douluo talk to me."
At this moment, Hu Liena added, "This is the Saint Son of the Spirit Hall; this is the Saintess of the Spirit Hall. They are equivalent to the Titled Douluo of the Worship Hall personally visiting, and have the authority to make decisions."
Flender gasped. "Wow, this is ridiculous!" However, Flender still insisted on talking to Chrysanthemum Douluo.
Qin Fang turned around, winked at Chrysanthemum Douluo's hiding place, made a gesture in front of his chest to signal Chrysanthemum Douluo to cooperate, and said, "Chrysanthemum Douluo, please come out and talk."
Upon receiving Qin Fang's signal, Chrysanthemum Douluo stepped out of the darkness and said with a smile, "Dean Flender, I've heard so much about you."
Flender sensed Chrysanthemum Douluo's powerful aura, and upon hearing his compliments, felt as if he had reached the pinnacle of his life. Ah, awesome!
Flender, not daring to be presumptuous, bowed respectfully and asked, "Senior Chrysanthemum Douluo, what the Saint Son just said? Is it true?"
Chrysanthemum Douluo nodded and said, "The Spirit Hall Advanced Academy sincerely invites you to join us. As for the benefits, we can discuss them if you are not satisfied."
Flender was filled with fervor; he had never been treated like this before.
This is like a top university inviting a rural college to join them and even offering to keep your position. If Flender didn't agree, he would be a fool.
Don't be fooled by the conditions Shrek Academy made when it merged with Liu Erlong's academy a few years ago. These two are completely incomparable.
Flender said, "Senior Chrysanthemum Douluo, I will have Shrek Academy relocated immediately. However, could you please give me a token? That way, the instructors within the academy will have more faith in us."
Chrysanthemum Douluo took out the Spirit Hall Elder Token from his bosom and handed it to Flender, saying with a smile, "Dean Flender, I welcome you to join us in Spirit City."
The handshake stirred Flender's heart even more, evoking a sense of heroic loyalty, and he quickly assured him, "At the latest, two months later, Senior Chrysanthemum Douluo, we'll meet in Spirit City."
Qin Fang smiled and said, "Welcome to the Shrek Academy. By the way, Dean Flender, I saw a thousand-year-old Pink Lady over there. She would be quite suitable to become your disciple's Soul Ring."
Flender thanked him and turned to leave.
After Flender walked away, Qin Fang saw Chrysanthemum Douluo among the seven people, their eyes filled with confusion, seemingly not understanding Qin Fang's actions.
Qian Renxue knew Qin Fang better than anyone else and said, "Qin Fang, what mischief are you plotting now?"
Qin Fang explained with a smile, "Have you ever seen Food System Soul Master with Innate Full Soul Power?"
Chrysanthemum Douluo was shocked and said, "Ah, you mean? That little kid from earlier?"
Qin Fang nodded, but Chrysanthemum Douluo was still puzzled and said, "But for a Soul Master with Innate Full Soul Power? Is it really worth going through such a long and complicated process?"
Qin Fang's eyes sharpened, and he said, "Of course not, what I want is the entire Shrek Academy."
Today, Qin Fang may be able to kill Flender and Oscar, but can he stop the course of history? Given the right opportunity, Shrek Academy can still rise again.
However, by merging Shrek Academy into the Spirit Hall Advanced Academy, he can gradually integrate and eliminate Shrek.
Furthermore, when Tang San arrives at the Shrek Academy and sees the empty village, he will probably be devastated.
Chrysanthemum Douluo and the others still didn't quite understand Qin Fang's thought process. Wasn't the price a bit too high? Qin Fang stopped explaining.
First update, Seeking Everything!