Douluo Continent II: The Peerless Tang Sect: I, Huo Yuhao, join the Sun Moon Sect.

Chapter 868 Spiritual Victory is Also a Victory
"However, doing so can greatly enhance the cohesion within the academy. As you know, the Sun Moon Empire is simply too powerful, and Shrek Academy has experienced numerous defeats. Even the previous Sea God Pavilion Master chose to open the city gates and surrender, which had a very negative impact."

This has led to a pervasive sense of pessimism within the academy, and a significant decline in internal cohesion, which is undoubtedly extremely detrimental to the final battle against the Sun Moon Empire.

Upon hearing these words, He Caitou's face showed a thoughtful expression. He had a deeper understanding of his teacher Fan Yu's words. After careful consideration, he realized that Elder Xuan's actions made some sense.

"However, teacher, you still haven't answered my question. You've designated Elder Xuan's birthday as Victory Day? And then held a military parade on that day? But the question is, what exactly was won?"

He was actually quite puzzled about this and naturally wanted his teacher, Fan Yu, to answer it.

Fan Yu said helplessly:
"What victory? A spiritual victory is also a victory. I think that although Elder Xuan refused outwardly with righteous indignation, he eventually had no choice but to agree. But inwardly, he was probably overjoyed!"

"Caitou, you don't need to worry about this matter. Anyway, it can improve internal cohesion, which is very beneficial to the academy and will help establish the concept of fighting against the Sun Moon Empire together. Elder Xuan's birthday is in a month, and I still need to prepare for the military parade. If you don't have anything else to do, why don't you stay and help me for a while?"

"Don't worry, you don't need to help with the rehearsal preparations. You just need to help me develop the parade procedures and plans."

Hearing this, He Caitou pondered for a moment, feeling that it wouldn't take much time, so he nodded and said:

"Okay, teacher, I'll stay and help you for a while."

Inside the main hall, Xuanzi delivered a speech for a while longer before ending it and leaving the hall surrounded by the crowd.

Finally, under everyone's watchful eyes, he transformed into a streak of dark yellow light and instantly left the place, arriving at a golden pavilion. He entered the first floor and began to handle the day's affairs.

This golden pavilion is actually a replica of the Sea God Pavilion. It doesn't really benefit a Soul Master's cultivation; it's just a way for him to express his longing for the Sea God Pavilion in Shrek City.

Suddenly, accompanied by footsteps, the door to the first floor of the attic opened, and Wang Dong walked in, calling out, "Elder Xuan! I have some good news to tell you!"

"Good news?" Xuanzi looked at Wang Dong with some doubt.

Wang Dong smiled:

"The Xuanming Sect has agreed to its entire sect joining Shrek Academy!"

"Oh!"

Xuanzi's eyes lit up, and he stood up from his chair, muttering, "Great! Heaven blesses Shrek! As long as the entire Xuanming Sect pledges allegiance to Shrek Academy, the academy will not lack Xuan Shui Pills."

The Xuan Shui Dan is a precious elixir from the Xuanming Sect. It has the effects of cleansing the marrow and strengthening the soul master, enhancing the soul power of the soul master, and improving the talent. Of course, this thing also has limitations.

However, compared to those limitations, its effects are truly enviable.

Since he brought the seeds of Shrek Academy to the Douling Empire, some special resources have been in short supply, and the Xuan Shui Dan is one of them.

After all, even if the Douling Empire is willing to fully support Shrek Academy, some resources cannot be bought with money alone.

Just like the Xuan Shui Dan, the price of this thing is not particularly high for the academy.

The problem is that only the Xuanming Sect possesses the Xuan Shui Pill, and they strictly control the annual sales volume.

Currently, on the surface, the Sun Moon Empire is too powerful, while Shrek Academy is weak. He had previously worried that the Xuanming Sect would be so short-sighted as to directly side with the Sun Moon Empire.

In retrospect, the Xuanming Sect made the right choice.

"Was it San Shi who persuaded you?" Xuanzi asked.

Xu Sanshi is the son of the Xuanming Sect Master. If he were to persuade the Xuanming Sect Master, there would indeed be a possibility that the Master would make this decision.

Wang Dong shook his head:
"Senior Xu did not try to dissuade them from this matter. He only wanted the Xuanming Sect to move out of the secluded place and directly side with the Douling Empire. However, the current sect leader of the Xuanming Sect ultimately chose to side with Shrek Academy."

Upon hearing these words, Xuanzi snorted coldly, his deep voice ringing out:
"The Xuanming Sect Master is a man of principle who knows to prioritize the overall situation. As for Xu Sanshi, he probably still holds a grudge against me for imprisoning him back then!"

That's all in the past. Now, with a formidable enemy at hand, we must prioritize the greater good and work together to fight the Sun Moon Empire. How can we hold grudges and cause trouble for the academy on such a crucial matter?

He was somewhat dissatisfied with Xu Sanshi. If it weren't for the fact that this was the Douling Empire, he would definitely have given him a good beating.

Upon hearing this, Wang Dong felt somewhat helpless. She had also learned from Xu Sanshi the reason for his "mysterious disappearance" back then, and she felt deeply sympathetic towards Xu Sanshi, feeling that Elder Xuan was indeed somewhat "crazy" at that time.

When will the people from the Xuanming Sect arrive?

Xuanzi continued to ask questions.

Wang Dong's eyes flickered slightly as he said:
"According to the message from Senior Xu, they should arrive in Lingdou City in three days."

"Tell me their route, and send more people to meet them to prevent any accidents," Xuanzi instructed.

"Yes, Mr. Xuan!"

Wang Dong nodded in agreement and then informed Xuanzi of the entire Xuanming Sect's route. Xuanzi immediately arranged for people to meet the Xuanming Sect members.

The moon, like a silver hook, hangs in the night sky, which resembles a black curtain.

The road was bathed in moonlight, like layers of white salt. Silence reigned, and a tranquil atmosphere enveloped the place.

Suddenly, accompanied by the rapid sound of horses' hooves, the tranquil atmosphere was shattered instantly, and a large amount of moonlight was trampled to pieces by the horses' hooves!

An astonishing number of tall, magnificent horses galloped past.

Their bodies were covered in fiery red scales, they had sharp horns on their heads, and their eyes were golden. Their breathing and the sound of their hooves were in sync, mixed together, like a thunderous explosion.

These are all spirit beasts called Fire Dragon Horses, which are best at long-distance raids, have excellent endurance, and are very fast. They are said to possess a trace of dragon blood.

Each of the fire dragon horses carried a different number of people.

Some people exuded a powerful aura, radiating authority without anger, while others appeared weak and frail, as if they were old and frail. There were even some children with innocent faces, being held in the arms of adults.

The leader was a middle-aged man in a green robe with a gentle smile on his face. He rode a fiery dragon horse alone and was none other than Xu Tian, ​​the current sect master of the Xuanming Sect.

His eyes glanced at Xu Sanshi, who was also riding a horse beside him, and he sighed softly in his heart:

"Sanshi, don't blame me. It's simply the inevitable trend. If I don't go undercover, the entire Xuanming Sect will be destroyed in an instant. In order to protect everything I cherish, I must submit to the Sun Moon Empire!"

"I'm afraid the people of Shrek Academy will be overjoyed at the Xuanming Sect's defection! Once they find out that the Xuanming Sect is a traitor, they will surely curse the Xuanming Sect!"

(End of this chapter)