Douluo Continent II: You're an evil spirit master, but also a philanthropist?

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On the playing field.

Xu Cheng slowly walked onto the stage.

The six people behind him were all in the reserve team.

Opposite them was Bailing Academy, a school whose strength ranked among the top three in the Douling Empire, and this time they came as the number two seed.

Logically speaking, this academy might have difficulty making it into the top sixteen, but it definitely has the strength to be in the top thirty. Unfortunately, in the first round of the draw, it ran into the Royal Academy of the Sun Moon Empire.

This perennial runner-up is second only to Shrek Academy in terms of danger.

The teacher leading the Bailing Academy team looked helpless in the spectator area. Their Douling Empire's luck was truly unbelievable; they faced Shrek Academy in the first match, and then Sun Moon Academy in the second...

But you can't blame anyone else.

The lottery was drawn by the participants themselves, openly and fairly. As for the claim that the Star Luo Empire cheated... those are a bunch of Soul Douluos and Soul Saint level teachers, they wouldn't be so blind as to be that ignorant.

On the city wall of Xingluo.

Xu Jiawei straightened his back slightly.

His sharp gaze swept over Xu Cheng, who was leading the Sun Moon Empire team and strolling leisurely onto the stage with an indifferent expression.

"It's him……"

Although he had seen his name on the list of participants long ago, he still harbored a sliver of doubt.

At this moment, the boy's face slowly overlapped with the photo sent back by the spy...

It's really him!

"Hoo..." The Star Luo Empire's eyes narrowed slightly, his voice tinged with a hint of emotion: "He actually came, all alone..."

"Yes, Your Highness." Duke Dai Hao of the White Tiger also looked solemn: "According to the message just sent back by the White Tiger Guard, there has been no movement from the Sun Moon Empire. Not to mention a large army entering the country, there hasn't even been any small-scale skirmish. He really came all alone."

The Sun Moon Empire Royal Team was indeed exceptionally talented, but in his eyes, including the old man Ma who led the team, they were barely comparable to a small guard.

This is the capital of Star Luo! A place guarded by several titled Douluo.

When the Prince of Sun and Moon arrived, it was truly no different from him coming alone.

Even when facing an enemy, a hint of respect flashed in his eyes; such courage was truly rare in the world…

"Hmph, daring to enter my Star Luo like this, is it because they are too arrogant, or do they have other methods? We still don't know."

Xu Jiawei snorted coldly.

"Then what does His Majesty mean..." Dai Hao said in a low voice.

"Such a good opportunity cannot be easily let go." Xu Jiawei's eyes flashed with a sharp light as he tapped his cane handle lightly. He pondered for a moment, "If we can capture him, the entire Sun Moon Empire will be thrown into chaos. If a war really breaks out, it will at least give the Star Luo Empire a few hundred years of leeway, and that way..."

The waiter was shielded from view.

Several minutes later, Dai Hao finally raised his head and glanced regretfully at the audience.

Although he felt it was somewhat shameful, soldiers are duty-bound to obey orders. As a commander-in-chief, he had to think of the country, especially since he was stationed on the border and had fought against the Sun Moon Empire many times. He was well aware of the rapid technological advancements on the other side. If a second continental war broke out...

"Unfortunately, he was too arrogant..."

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Shrek Academy.

Poseidon Pavilion.

Mu En remained leisurely seated at the head of the table, while on one side, all the elders of the Sea God Pavilion had arrived, and many of the elders had their eyes slightly closed, quietly waiting for the meeting to begin.

"Alright, Shao Zhe, tell me, what is the purpose of convening the Sea God Pavilion meeting again?" Elder Mu said slowly.

Upon hearing this, Elder Song, Elder Lin, and the others opened their eyes and looked at Yan Shaozhe, whose expression was solemn.

The Sea God Pavilion Conference is rarely held, perhaps only once a year.

However, two such meetings were held in the past month...

"Teacher, and esteemed elders, there is indeed something extremely important." Yan Shaozhe said in a deep voice, "There may be something else going on about the incident that seriously injured one of our inner academy students not long ago."

As soon as this statement came out, everyone in the audience was shocked.

"Shao Zhe, tell me." Mu En narrowed his eyes slightly, and unusually looked at Yan Shao Zhe as well.

“Just now, Wang Yan, who is competing in the Star Luo Empire, sent back news that in the first match, Ling Luochen appeared and immediately released his fifth soul skill, yet the opponent was completely unharmed. What’s even more outrageous is that the opponent’s lineup consisted of five Soul Sect members and two Soul Masters…” Yan Shaozhe said slowly.

"What? How is this possible!" Xuanzi's eyes widened.

"I personally watched these kids train. The one who appeared first, Luo Chen's fifth soul skill, is a crowd control type and exceptionally powerful. Even Soul Kings like Chen Zifeng would be frozen into ice sculptures and lose their fighting ability if they weren't careful. This..."

“Just as Elder Xuan said,” Yan Shaozhe said in a deep voice, “Wang Yan also noticed something was wrong. It was He Caitou, the only Soul Master in the reserve team, who explained that all the team members were equipped with Level 5 Soul Tools. They had forcibly changed their Level 1 heating Soul Tools, which were originally used for warmth, to Level 5! That’s how they withstood Luo Chen’s fifth Soul Skill.”

"But the problem is, the other side is just a [low-level academy]. It's impossible for them to go to such lengths to create these soul tools for Luo Chen. Even if they could, why so quickly?!"

Chapter 90 Sea God Pavilion Meeting, Blood Moon!

"Shao Zhe, do you mean someone is targeting Shrek Academy?"

Among the elders, a simply dressed old woman slowly spoke.

“Old Song, there’s also…” Yan Shaozhe continued.

"That He Caitou also said that he was originally from the Sun Moon Empire and that during this competition, he discovered someone who shouldn't have been on the stage: Xu Cheng!"

"It's him!" Qian Duoduo exclaimed in surprise.

"Dodo, do you know him?" Moon turned his head and asked gently.

"In the field of soul guidance, he is naturally known to everyone. He is the person with the highest status in the field of soul guidance research in the Sun Moon Empire, Cheng Baiqing's closed-door disciple, and also a prince of the Sun Moon Empire. It is said that he is also the Holy Son of the Holy Spirit Cult."

Qian Duoduo said solemnly.

Upon hearing this, the atmosphere in the room froze.

With so many titles piled up, it's obvious how terrifying this person's talent is.

Moreover, the mention of the Holy Spirit Cult made all the elders instantly understand what Yan Shaozhe was trying to say…

The reason why the inner courtyard suffered heavy casualties during the Mingdou Mountain Range trip was because of the evil soul masters.

"hateful!"

Xuanzi said angrily.

A terrifying aura surged from his body, and his earth-yellow soul power was almost solidified, about to soar into the sky.

"I'm going to Xingluo right now, and I'll make him wish he were dead!"

Since the incident, Xuanzi has been unable to eat or drink, and is almost driven to madness. Now, upon hearing that there was a reason behind it, his anger almost ignited.

“Xuanzi,” Mu En said softly.

"Elder Mu!" Xuanzi turned his head and said with grief and indignation.

"Shao Zhe, I know what you mean. It's nothing more than the Holy Spirit Cult's doing, a scheme set up against Shrek Academy. But have you ever thought about this...?"

"Moun said calmly."

"They might be luring the Shrek team there, or they might be setting a trap, but does that mean you can ignore the fact that your carelessness led to the students' accident?"

"It may feel good to vent your anger on the Holy Spirit Church, but then what? What if you cause problems again when you lead the next team? Who will you blame then?"

"..."

Xuanzi's face gradually went blank, then he lowered his head, slowly withdrawing his aura, and sat back in his chair without saying a word.

Moon sighed helplessly.

This was the harshest thing he had ever said, but unfortunately, time was running out for him...

"Besides, even if we make a big fuss, what good will it do?" Mu En said slowly. "If it gets out, besides letting everyone know about Xuanzi's incompetence, what else will it do but raise suspicions?"

"..."

The atmosphere slowly froze.

Even with so much money, she didn't dare to breathe too loudly.

“Xuanzi, my time is running out.” Mu En looked at Xuanzi, whose head was bowed, and said gently, “It’s no longer possible to admonish or urge you like a naughty child. So I hope that before I die, you can shoulder the responsibility of Shrek Academy, especially during these turbulent times…”

Xuanzi raised his head and looked at the old man in his twilight years on the recliner. Even straightening up was a luxury for him. Time had left its mark on his face, but his eyes were as deep as the sea.

At this moment, the image of the tall, handsome young man in my memory slowly overlapped with my own.

The difference is that in my memory I looked up to them with admiration, but now I look down on them...

This old man truly dedicated his entire life to Shrek.

"I'm sorry, Uncle-Master."

Xuanzi turned his head away and said sadly.

"Shrek's burden is very heavy. It's like a large ship adrift in a storm. Although it's long and wide, in the vast ocean, it's still like a small boat. A slight misstep and it will capsize..."

"Teacher, please don't say such things, you..." Yan Shaozhe quickly said.

“I know my body, it’s only been three years.” Moon slowly closed his eyes.