"Even the Great Sovereign can't do it?"
Di Mingli stared closely into Su Yu's eyes as if trying to see through his heart.
Su Yu replied firmly, "No one can, not even Nana."
"When I faced Nana back then, I wasn't willing to give up on my dreams. Likewise, I won't give up on you."
"Mingli, you are unique in my heart. You're not inferior to anyone."
"Of course, just look at who I am!"
Di Mingli raised her head proudly, looking a bit haughty.
But in those bright eyes, a hint of joy flashed by.
Su Yu's sincere stance eased her somewhat uneasy heart.
She had indeed felt a bit jealous before, but now it was gone.
After a pause, Di Mingli looked at Su Yu again and asked, "You're not lying to me, right?"
Su Yu smiled handsomely, "If one day you find out I lied to you, you can pierce my heart with your Golden Dragon Spear—I won't fight back."
Di Mingli was stunned for a moment, then lowered her beautiful eyes and muttered, "You just know how to say sweet things—I don't believe you."
Su Yu chuckled.
You don't believe me?
Your soft attitude doesn't seem like you don't believe me.
Su Yu stepped forward and embraced Di Mingli's waist again—this time she didn't resist.
Her little head gently rested on Su Yu's shoulder as Di Mingli quietly complained, "I'm not happy at all this time out. There are too many women around you."
Su Yu sighed, "What can I do? They're all deeply in love with me, wholeheartedly."
"I really can't let them down, just like I can't let you down."
"Pfft!"
Di Mingli lightly punched Su Yu, "Just admit you're a flirt, don't make so many excuses."
"If I'd known it would come to this, I shouldn't have let you leave the Star Dou Great Forest in the first place."
"You're something else—one after another when I was the first to be with you."
Di Mingli aired her grievances—Meng Hongchen, Wang Dong'er, Xuedi, and the others.
Which one of them didn't come after her?
Yet they all became more and more formidable, and she simply couldn't stand it.
Su Yu didn't speak because what Di Mingli said was true.
As for being a flirt, he'd always known himself to be one.
But he couldn't help it—he really couldn't reject these girls who gave him sincere love.
True love is so rare.
He could refuse Xu Jiujiu, Ma Xiaotao, Wu Ming, Han Ruoruo, and the others without batting an eye.
But for pure girls like Meng and Dong'er, he genuinely cherished them.
He couldn't reject them, nor did he want to from his heart.
Seeing Su Yu silent, Di Mingli frowned, "Why aren't you saying anything?"
"What should I say?"
Su Yu smiled helplessly, "Mingli, what's happened has already happened. I'll take responsibility for everything I've done."
"I will never abandon any of them."
"Mingli, you know me, just as I know you."
"I know you've always been brewing up some idea, but let me tell you clearly—it's impossible."
"Even Nana couldn't do it. Do you still want to try?"
"You… how hateful!"
Di Mingli gritted her silver teeth and bit Su Yu's neck.
Su Yu could be said to have skin and bones of steel, but Di Mingli was no pushover. She left a deep bite mark on Su Yu's neck.
A wild and stubborn glint flashed in Di Mingli's eyes. She had never suffered such grievances in her life.
"Feel better now?"
"If you're still angry, keep biting. I'm tough."
Su Yu said in due time.
Di Mingli looked at the bite mark on Su Yu's neck, which was starting to bleed, her bright eyes flickered, and in the next moment, she made a disgusted face.
"Biting you dirtied my mouth. I won't bite anymore."
She paused, then added, "Don't get the wrong idea—I'm not feeling sorry for you."
Su Yu nearly burst out laughing and quickly agreed, "Yeah, yeah, yeah…"
The teasing look on Su Yu's face was barely concealed.
Di Mingli blushed, immediately becoming angry out of embarrassment.
"Laugh at me, will you! I'll bite you to death!"
Di Mingli pounced on Su Yu, just like in the old days.
Only, back then, Di Mingli was still the Three-eyed Golden Lion, but now she was a heroic, stunning beauty.
Su Yu gently wrapped his arms around Di Mingli's waist, a soft smile in his eyes.
...
...
Two months passed in the blink of an eye.
The All-Continent Advanced Soul Master Sect Battle Tournament was imminent.
After years, sects were allowed to compete again.
This tournament was destined to be even more intense and exciting than before.
Shrek Academy.
As a regular winner in these tournaments, Shrek Academy naturally wouldn't ignore this event.
Inner Courtyard.
In front of Sea God's Pavilion.
Zhang Lexuan, dressed in black, stood at the head. Her hair fell like a waterfall, willow brows arched, a silver crescent moon on her forehead, exuding an air of cool sanctity.
Since becoming Pavilion Master of Sea God's Pavilion, Zhang Lexuan has gradually developed a powerful presence.
She stood there, and the surroundings immediately fell silent—no one dared make a sound.
Zhang Lexuan's cultivation was still at rank 96, the peak of Super Douluo.
But her aura was especially imposing.
As the owner of the Ultimate Martial Soul, Lunar Cold Moon, Zhang Lexuan was a top expert even across the entire continent.
In all of Shrek Academy, aside from Yan Shaozhe, she was the true number one.
Even Yan Shaozhe couldn't easily defeat her.
The fierce beast soul ring gave Zhang Lexuan an unparalleled foundation.
Except for Su Yu, she was the only one with a fierce beast soul ring on the continent.
With her impressive soul bone ratio, Zhang Lexuan's combat power was formidable.
Yan Shaozhe quietly stood nearby, looking at Zhang Lexuan with satisfaction.
Zhang Lexuan was far more capable than he'd imagined. In the past two years, under her leadership, Shrek Academy had regained much of its vitality.
Maybe it was also thanks to her special relationship with Su Yu—she'd also benefited from his aura.
Whether from the three empires or other sects, no one dared trouble her during her tenure.
In two years, Shrek Academy's reputation had recovered a lot.
Besides, Zhang Lexuan's talent and strength were top-notch.
Yan Shaozhe did not doubt that Zhang Lexuan would one day break through to Ultimate Douluo, maybe even surpass all previous Pavilion Masters.
After all, in Shrek's history, no one had reached this level at her age.
She was only twenty-nine.
Twenty-nine, rank 96 peak Super Douluo, fierce beast soul ring and soul bones, owner of the ultimate martial soul.
Absolutely a peerless genius.
She was Shrek Academy's greatest treasure.
Opposite Zhang Lexuan stood a row of young students—all under twenty years old.
Zhang Lexuan's beautiful eyes flickered. She glanced at Yan Shaozhe.
Yan Shaozhe understood, stepped forward, and said, "Children, congratulations on passing the test. Each of you has stood out among many students, every one a chosen child of heaven."
"You must be curious why the academy held this selection. The reason is simple: the new All-Continent Elite Soul Master Sect Tournament is about to begin."
"We at Shrek Academy must not fall behind."
"And you will have the honor of representing Shrek Academy in this tournament."
Yan Shaozhe paused, his gaze sharp, "Bei Bei!"
"Here!"
Bei Bei, at the front, stepped forward.
Yan Shaozhe said seriously, "Beibei, from now on, you are the captain of this team."
"Yes!"
Bei Bei responded loudly.
"Xu Sanshi!"
"Here!"
A tall Xu Sanshi stepped out.
Now, Xu Sanshi was no longer as high-spirited as before, a gloominess pervaded him.
Ever since Su Yu abolished his Xuanwu bloodline and his father, the Xuanming Sect Master was killed by Mu Wu, things had never been the same.
But a skinny camel is bigger than a horse. With his age advantage, Xu Sanshi was still among the top under-twenty students at Shrek.
His future may be dimmer, but for now, he was still strong.
"He Caitou!"
"Here!"
A big, dark-skinned youth stepped out—He Caitou.
He Caitou was also downcast. One lost a father, the other a teacher. He and Xu Sanshi were like brothers in misery.
"Ning Tian!"
"Here!"
"Xiao Xiao!"
"Here!"
"Xie Huan Yue!"
...
"Zhou Sichen!"
Yan Shaozhe looked at the seven, "You are the official members of this tournament."
"Wu Feng, Cao Jinxuan, Zhu Lu—you three are substitutes."
"You ten will represent Shrek in the tournament."
"Shrek's glory is in your hands."
Yan Shaozhe's words fired everyone up.
Among ordinary options, this was the best lineup Shrek could assemble.
Of the ten, Beibei, Xu Sanshi, and He Caitou were all Soul Emperors; the others were Soul Kings.
This was a strong team, which comforted Yan Shaozhe a bit.
Three Soul Emperors—one more than last time.
Plus Xiao Xiao with twin martial souls, and Ning Tian, heir of Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, for support.
Even if not a champion, it should be easy to get a good place.
As for the champion, Yan Shaozhe didn't expect it.
The Ice God Palace was still there.
Su Yu alone was an insurmountable gap.
Back when Su Yu was at Shrek, he could easily beat Soul Sages.
Now, even more so.
No hope for the championship.
But losing to Ice God Palace was no shame—if someone thought they could do better, let them try.
Just don't lose to the Body Sect or the like—that was Yan Shaozhe's bottom line.
After he finished, Zhang Lexuan finally spoke, "There's not much time left before the tournament, so take this time to train together."
"Soon, I'll take you to Radiant City in the Sun Moon Empire for the competition. I hope you all perform well."
When she finished, Yan Shaozhe arranged for others to take the ten for practical training.
Only through battle could they build real teamwork.
Outside Sea God's Pavilion, Yan Shaozhe asked quietly, "Lexuan, do you want to lead the team yourself?"
"Radiant City is the Sun Moon Empire's stronghold. If they play tricks, it'll be hard to guard against. Let me go instead."
Zhang Lexuan shook her head, "Dean Yan, the academy needs you."
"The academy can't be without a powerhouse to guard it. With your strength, staying is best."
"As for me, I'm not weak either. Even if the Sun Moon Empire targets me, it won't be so easy."
"Besides, with Xiao Yu there, I won't be in danger."
Mentioning Su Yu, Yan Shaozhe relaxed.
Right, with Su Yu there, would he not protect his own woman?
If Yan Shaozhe were attacked, Su Yu might just watch, but if Zhang Lexuan were attacked, the attackers would die without a burial place.
Thinking this through, Yan Shaozhe felt at ease.
"Alright, I'll leave it to you."
Yan Shaozhe said.
Zhang Lexuan smiled, her eyes sparkling with anticipation.
Xiao Yu, finally, I'll see you again.
...
Body Sect.
Wearing a gray robe and sporting a green Mediterranean hairstyle, the Du Busi sat in the main seat, his old eyes shining with a cold light.
"The new Battle Tournament is about to start, and this time, sects from the whole continent can participate."
"Nothing more to say—our Body Sect must show our style."
"Aotian, you bear a heavy responsibility."
"As a chief disciple, you must lead us to a good result."
"My demands aren't high—just bring back the championship."
"Your main opponent this time is the Ice God Palace's young master."
"Ice God Palace rarely shows up, so who knows if they'll compete."
"But I've found out that their young master is studying at Sun Moon Royal Soul Engineer Academy."
"In short, their young master will appear."
"Aotian, I have a task for you—if you meet the Ice God Palace's young master, teach him a lesson."
"That damn Ice God Palace has gone too far—we must regain our dignity."
Du Bisi held a deep grudge.
He'd been bullied enough by the Ice God Palace.
They'd stolen their hundred-thousand-year soul beast embryo, and when they protested, they were beaten up and thrown out.
Even he had been mugged by Hai Bodong.
Du Busi had never forgotten this.
He couldn't beat Hai Bodong, and the Body Sect couldn't beat the Ice God Palace—he admitted this.
But if they couldn't beat the big ones, could they not beat the small ones?
If Ice God Palace sent a team, he'd be wary. But Ice God Palace never showed up.
Their young master, at Illustrious Virtue Hall, represented Sun Moon Royal Soul Engineer Academy.
Who cared about the Sun Moon Royal Soul Engineer Academy?
He didn't take them seriously at all.