At that moment, Dugu Yan, who had just returned to the Heaven Dou Royal Academy with the Emperor Team, rushed over upon hearing that her grandfather had arrived. She bumped right into the Shrek group, who had just been expelled from the committee meeting by Dugu Bo. Scanning over Tang San and the others, she couldn't hide her disgust. They were the ones who had injured her boyfriend, Yu Tianheng, and had even broken her snake venom.
The Shrek group, equally filled with anger, dared not speak out due to the presence of Dugu Bo behind Dugu Yan.
Finally, Dugu Yan's gaze fell on Zhu Zhuqing, and her expression softened considerably. She smiled and said, "Zhuqing, you came here so quickly? It's a pity that Ah Si isn't here; he would have been very happy to see you."
Because of her relationship with Lan Si, Dugu Yan was relatively friendly towards Zhu Zhuqing.
Zhu Zhuqing forced a smile, turning her gaze to the Dugu Bo walking out behind her. She wanted to say, We were chased out by your grandfather.
Dugu Yan followed Zhu Zhuqing's gaze and showed a look of surprise, quickly rushing into Dugu Bo's arms. "Grandpa."
Dugu Bo, who had previously appeared cold and proud, softened at the sight of her. He embraced her and laughed heartily, "Yan Yan, have you broken through to level thirty-nine already? Not bad, not bad."
"Compared to that Ah Si guy, I'm still far behind. If I don't get stronger soon, I might be completely left behind," Dugu Yan pouted.
"Ah Si? Who is he?" Dugu Bo asked, looking puzzled. He had lived deep in the Sunset Forest for many years and didn't know that such a person had come to Heaven Dou Academy. Moreover, these ordinary Heaven Dou Royal Academy students were not worth his attention—only Yu Tianheng was significant because he had taken his granddaughter away.
"He is a member of my Emperor Team. His full name is Lan Si, and he's a total monster. At not even thirteen years old, he has reached level thirty-four, and his combat ability is absurdly strong. Did you see those Shrek students over there? In group soul battles, he single-handedly took them all down," Dugu Yan pointed at the already distant Shrek Seven Monsters. (Note: There's a bug here; in the original, Dugu Bo met Dugu Yan at Heaven Dou Academy and was informed that Tang San had broken her snake poison, then followed her until the Shrek group entered the Blue Tyrant Academy, only to act when Tang San was alone without anyone around. Yet, he didn't notice Xiao Wu's identity the entire time.)
"Not even thirteen years old, level thirty-four, and can even defeat those seemingly talented kids? He's quite deserving of the title 'little monster,'" Dugu Bo nodded and smiled. "What? Is it possible that my little Yan Yan has taken a liking to him? If you like him, I can help you out. He's much better than that Yu Tianheng kid."
"Grandpa, what are you talking about? I won't talk to you if you say such things," Dugu Yan's face flushed red. As memories of Lan Si's impressive stance against seven opponents in the Suotuo City Soul Arena filled her mind, a flicker of emotion passed through her heart, but it was quickly extinguished.
If she had met Lan Si before encountering Yu Tianheng, perhaps she would have developed feelings for this boy, who was both good-looking and strong, and six years younger than her. But unfortunately, there are no 'ifs' in this world. Dugu Yan would only ever love one person in her life. Since she had chosen Yu Tianheng, she would never develop feelings for another man.
"Alright, alright, it's my fault," seeing his precious granddaughter getting angry, Dugu Bo quickly apologized, not forgetting to mutter quietly, "I really don't know what kind of love potion that Yu Tianheng kid has fed you."
"Grandpa, you're still saying that."
"I won't say it anymore, I won't say it anymore; if I do, I'll slap myself," Dugu Bo hurriedly conceded.
Hearing this, Dugu Yan was finally satisfied. She turned her gaze to Tang San, her expression icy. "Grandpa, I want you to help me take revenge. That guy named Tang San severely injured Tianheng with tricks in Suotuo City and broke my snake poison. If it hadn't been for Ah Si's timely intervention, I would have been in danger."
"Broke your snake poison?" Upon hearing this, Dugu Bo's previously affectionate expression turned serious. The green hue in his pupils flickered with an unusual light as if he had thought of something. His expression relaxed as he said to Dugu Yan, "Yan Yan, I'll go help you teach him a lesson."
"Thank you, Grandpa." Hearing this, a smile immediately appeared on Dugu Yan's face as she playfully leaned into Dugu Bo's embrace.
"Zhuqing, wait a moment." At the entrance of Heaven Dou Royal Academy, a clear voice called out to Zhu Zhuqing, who was about to leave, and the others from Shrek stopped and looked over.
Ye Lingling walked towards them slowly, accompanied by Emperor Team mentor Qin Ming. She had just returned to the academy and encountered Qin Ming, who was about to resign and leave Heaven Dou Royal Academy due to the humiliation he suffered at the hands of Flender and the others. Upon learning that the Shrek group had been expelled by Dugu Bo, she immediately followed Qin Ming.
Although she was naturally indifferent and unconcerned about the surrounding affairs, she placed great importance on family. While she might not care about the other members of Shrek, Zhu Zhuqing was Ah Si's girlfriend, who had already become akin to family in her heart, making it impossible for her not to care.
"Lingling, Senior Qin Ming," Zhu Zhuqing greeted the two.
Qin Ming first nodded apologetically at Zhu Zhuqing before walking over to Flender and the others, expressing that he had severed ties with Heaven Dou Royal Academy and was willing to share honor and disgrace with Shrek Academy. This earned him praise from all the Shrek teachers and students.
Ye Lingling took Zhu Zhuqing's hand. "Zhuqing, I already know the details of what happened. I'm Ah Si's cousin. Now that he isn't here, if he were here, he definitely wouldn't allow you to be wronged. Come back to the academy with me now. Ah Si has a past with Prince Xue Qinghe and is deeply valued by Emperor Xue Ye; Prince Xue Xing wouldn't dare make things difficult for you."
"As for Poison Douluo, I will talk to Yan Yan."
After speaking, she didn't forget to add to the other soul masters of Shrek Academy, "Of course, that includes Dean Flender and Teacher Qin Ming."
Qin Ming's eyes flashed with interest. Lan Si and Tang San were the two most talented individuals he had seen. If possible, he sincerely hoped they could compete together. "Dean, I believe what Lingling said has merit. The strength of Lan Si and the Emperor Team is evident, and if combined, they could make a mark in the elite competition of the advanced soul master academies across the continent in two years."
"You don't need to say more. Although Shrek Academy is poor, we still have our ambitions," Flender interrupted Qin Ming with a wave of his hand. He turned his gaze to Ye Lingling and smiled bitterly, "Little Lingling, I appreciate your and Ah Si's good intentions, but a good horse doesn't turn back. Since I have chosen to leave, there's no reason for me to go back. As for Zhuqing..."
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