Great-Grandfather?
Bei Bei was completely stunned.
What had he done to deserve being expelled from Shrek Academy?
This was even more shocking than Sister Le Xuan suddenly becoming Pavilion Master of Sea God Pavilion.
After all—
Bei Bei was a descendant of Yu Xiaogang, the Grandmaster.
He was of true Shrek lineage.
Shrek Academy had originally been the life's work of Flender, Yu Xiaogang, and Liu Erlong.
The Seven Devils of Shrek had all come from different backgrounds, each with their own families.
The academy was not truly their home.
"There is no need to say more."
"Just remember—you have no connection to Sea God Pavilion."
"And no connection to me."
Mu En let out a long sigh.
In truth, he felt most guilty toward Zhang Le Xuan.
She now bore the lives of everyone in Sea God Pavilion—
As well as the title of Mu En's great-granddaughter.
If someone sought revenge on Mu En's descendants after his death—
Zhang Le Xuan would be the first target.
Very few people knew that Bei Bei, from the outer court, was Mu En's direct blood descendant.
"Great-Grandfather, what exactly happened?"
"Why did the elders of Sea God Pavilion hunt Xiao Ya and Xiao Feng?"
"Is my expulsion connected to this?"
Bei Bei asked three questions in a row.
He could not understand why the Sea God Pavilion had tried to kill Tang Ya and Tang Feng.
Ten thousand years ago, the Tang Sect and Shrek Academy had deep ties.
And it was Mu En himself who had told him to join the Tang Sect.
"Bei Bei… your great-grandfather made mistakes."
"From now on, consider yourself an orphan."
"Le Xuan is simply the older sister who raised you. Do you understand?"
Mu En severed Bei Bei's ties.
If Bei Bei could continue with Tang Ya—
Perhaps one day he might ascend to the Divine Realm.
This was the only thing Mu En could do for him as a great-grandfather.
"Elder Mu, I truly cannot shoulder this responsibility—"
Zhang Le Xuan tried to object again.
With her ability, she simply could not uphold the Sea God Pavilion.
She was the youngest by seniority; the other elders were all her seniors.
Who would listen to her commands?
Even if she became Pavilion Master—
She would merely be a figurehead.
"Le Xuan, stop refusing."
"This is the decision we have discussed together."
Elder Song persuaded her.
Her influence within the Sea God Pavilion ranked just below Mu En and Elder Xuan.
After all, Xian Lin'er of the Soul Tool Department was her daughter, and Qian Duoduo her son-in-law.
If not for her strength being slightly inferior to Elder Xuan—
The matter of succession might have been entirely different.
"Elder Song… even you?"
Zhang Le Xuan was utterly confused.
Yet no one explained anything.
Just like that—
She passively became Pavilion Master of Sea God Pavilion.
As for Bei Bei—
He was expelled from Shrek Academy.
That very night, he packed his belongings and set off for Star Luo City.
Meanwhile…
After ten days of travel—
Tang Feng and his group finally arrived outside Star Luo City.
The city was bustling with excitement.
Princess Xu Jiujiu of the empire stood waiting outside the gates, drawing countless gazes.
"We're finally back in Star Luo City."
Tang Ya lifted the carriage curtain, curiously observing her surroundings.
This was her first time visiting a city other than Heaven Dou City and Shrek City.
During her time at Shrek Academy—
She had felt stifled.
Even the vitality around her had seemed diminished.
"Well now… such a grand display. Is it for me, or for the two uncles?"
Tang Feng glanced through the curtain.
He recognized Xu Jiujiu immediately.
Many officials stood beside her.
Judging by the formation—
They weren't here for him.
"You think you're that important?"
Wang Dong leaned in playfully.
One glance at Xu Jiujiu—
Her noble and elegant bearing made it obvious she held an extraordinary status.
"Jiujiu greets the two Sect Masters."
"My Imperial Brother has prepared a banquet. Please enter the palace for discussion."
Xu Jiujiu stepped forward gracefully, inviting Niu Tian and Titan.
The news of the two Clear Sky Sect Masters' arrival had already been sent ahead—
By the Soul Sage surnamed Xu, who drove the carriage.
"Your Highness, we are honored."
Niu Tian clasped his fists in return.
They had planned to meet Xu Jiawei anyway—
To arrange Wang Dong's enrollment.
After all, arranging for Wang Dong to share a dormitory with Tang Feng required Xu Jiawei's approval.
Tang Feng was the Star Luo Empire's treasure.
"Please."
Xu Jiujiu gestured again.
Officials promptly escorted the two Sect Masters toward the palace.
Meanwhile—
Tang Feng did not disembark.
Instead, he leaned comfortably against Gu Yuena's shoulder, leisurely observing.
"Xiao Feng, come home with me."
Xu Jiujiu personally entered the carriage.
When she saw Gu Yuena, a flicker of amazement crossed her eyes.
This little guy went out for a trip—
And returned with a peerless beauty?
Even as a princess, Xu Jiujiu momentarily lacked confidence in her own appearance.
"With such a grand reception, I thought it was for me."
"Turns out it's for the two uncles. I guess I don't have that fortune."
Tang Feng feigned wounded pride.
He deliberately leaned closer to Gu Yuena.
Tang Ya stared in disbelief.
Was this truly the Soul Beast Co-Lord, Gu Yuena—
The same Na'er who effortlessly sealed two Titled Douluo?
Why did she seem so gentle before her younger brother?
"The officials are here for the two Sect Masters."
"But Sister Jiujiu came specifically for you."
"I've prepared a private banquet at the Princess Manor."
Xu Jiujiu beamed.
She had assumed Tang Feng would remain at Shrek for years.
Instead—
Those old fools at Sea God Pavilion dared to attack him.
Sooner or later, the Star Luo Empire would settle that account.
"You must be Sister Xiao Ya."
"I'm Xu Jiujiu. I've long wanted to meet you."
As a princess, Xu Jiujiu excelled in social graces.
She knew Tang Ya's identity.
She knew Wang Dong's identity.
Only Gu Yuena remained a mystery.
After Tang Feng's introduction—
She finally realized how terrifying this unparalleled beauty truly was.
"Regretting now that you welcomed the uncles instead of Sister Na'er?"
Tang Feng teased.
He had not revealed Gu Yuena's identity to anyone else.
Others remained entirely unaware.
Gu Yuena rarely spoke—
Most of the time, she quietly observed, experiencing the human world.
"That's different."
"Sister Na'er is one of us."
"A small gathering at the Princess Manor is far better than the grand banquet hall."
Xu Jiujiu understood Tang Feng well.
He disliked formalities.
Whenever attending official palace banquets, rigid etiquette was unavoidable.
So Xu Jiujiu only invited him for intimate family dinners.
Many officials of the Star Luo Empire had never once seen Tang Feng—
Even after six years.
"You're right."
"Sister Na'er is one of us."
"From now on, let's all get along well."
"First, we destroy Shrek Academy."
"Then we slaughter the filth of the Holy Spirit Church."
Tang Feng's tone shifted.
He needed to raise his strength quickly—
Reach Soul Emperor rank—
And begin the First Trial of Life.
Next—
At the Continental Advanced Soul Master Tournament—
He would shatter Shrek Academy's so-called glory.