Chapter 546: Xuanzi's Chain Strategy!
The elders exchanged glances, and the atmosphere became heavy with tension. Their breathing turned uneven, realizing the potential success of Xuanzi's plan.
If executed correctly, it could finally end Zhongli Wu's reign of terror.
However, there was a moral dilemma using Tang Ya as bait.
The elders, who prided themselves on Shrek Academy's righteousness, hesitated.
Cai Meier sighed. "Shrek Academy has always prioritized its students' well being. Tang Ya may have become an evil soul master, but she is still one of us.
"If we do this, won't we be betraying her trust?
"Are we truly so weak that we must rely on a terminally ill student as bait? I simply cannot accept it."
Yan Shaozhe nodded in agreement. "I understand Meier's concerns.
"Furthermore, Beibei would never allow it. He won't agree to let Tang Ya step into danger again.
"Shrek Academy is the safest place for her. With the Golden Ancient Tree's energy suppressing her evil poison, she can stay here while we spread fake news about her being in White Tiger City.
"She doesn't need to leave at all. Elder Xuan, wouldn't this adjustment make the plan more reasonable?"
After all, Beibei was Elder Mu's great grandson.
Would Elder Mu really approve of a plan that put Beibei's beloved in danger?
If he adjusted Xuanzi's plan slightly, it would likely pass without issue.
The other elders nodded in agreement.
"Stop with the nonsense!"
Xuanzi slammed his fist onto the table, the loud bang echoing through the chamber.
His sharp gaze swept across the elders, his voice filled with frustration.
"Do you think I haven't considered all of this?
"There are undoubtedly spies from both the Sun Moon Empire and the Holy Spirit Cult within Shrek Academy!
"If they don't physically see Tang Ya leaving the academy and heading toward White Tiger City, why would Zhongli Wu ever believe the deception?"
"Tang Ya and the Medical Immortal Douluo must leave Shrek Academy.
"We need to create the illusion that she is heading to White Tiger City.
"After all, on the map, the route from Shrek Academy to Star Luo City passes through White Tiger City.
"By common logic, someone as valuable as the Holy Spirit Cult's Saintess should stay within Shrek Academy for safety.
"If she doesn't actually leave, why would Zhongli Wu be foolish enough to fall for our fake news?"
The room fell silent again. The elders contemplated his words.
Xuanzi continued, "I know Beibei won't agree to this.
"That's why we must go directly to Tang Ya and convince her to make this sacrifice for Shrek Academy.
"Think about it Elder Zhuang and Elder Lin died to save her.
"If she has even a shred of gratitude, she should willingly repay this debt instead of hiding in the academy, doing nothing."
"Or… is she still the same evil soul master at heart?
"Does she refuse to redeem herself?
"If that's the case, then I must say once an evil soul master, always an evil soul master.
"If that's the person you saved, then you made a mistake. You should have left her to die as the Holy Spirit Cult's Saintess."
His words struck a nerve among the elders.
Xuanzi pressed on, his voice filled with urgency.
"And let's not forget Zhongli Wu and his cult are wreaking havoc across the continent!
"Every day that we delay, more innocent lives are lost.
"If we don't eliminate him soon, not only will Shrek Academy suffer, but the entire Douluo Continent will fall deeper into chaos!
"Are we truly willing to stand by and let that happen?
"Do we have the right to face our students, knowing we refused to act?
"Do we have the right to face the past generations of Shrek Academy?"
The weight of his words sank deep into the hearts of those present.
Even Zhang Lexuan, the newest member of the Sea God Pavilion, felt like her chest was on fire.
She instinctively didn't want Tang Ya to leave she was Beibei's love.
If something happened to Tang Ya, Beibei would be devastated.
She didn't want to see him in pain.
But Xuanzi was right.
Time was running out.
If they didn't act quickly, Zhongli Wu's destruction would only grow worse.
Seeing the elders hesitate, Xuanzi knew he needed one final push.
His true target was Elder Mu.
Elder Mu had remained silent, listening intently.
He was weighing Shrek Academy's future against Beibei's happiness.
Xuanzi took a deep breath and continued. "Tang Ya only needs to travel to Star Luo City.
"Even if you don't trust me, do you not trust the Medical Immortal Douluo?
"I know you're concerned about Beibei.
"Fine send Beibei on a separate mission.
"Keep him far away so that he doesn't interfere.
"He wouldn't take a weak, sickly Tang Ya on a mission anyway.
"That gives us the perfect opportunity to convince her.
"I don't understand this plan benefits Shrek Academy, the three empires, soul masters, and ordinary people alike.
"Why are you all still resisting me?"
The elders remained silent for a long moment.
They weighed his words, considering the cost and the consequences.
Finally, Yan Shaozhe was the first to stand. "Elder Xuan's plan is the best way to take down Zhongli Wu as soon as possible. I support it."
The other elders gritted their teeth and, one by one, voiced their agreement.
At last, all eyes turned to Elder Mu.
Without Elder Mu's approval, the plan could not proceed.
Elder Mu closed his eyes, deep in thought.
He was torn between protecting Beibei's happiness and securing Shrek's future.
A long silence stretched over the room.
Then, his gentle voice broke the stillness.
"Proceed as Xuanzi has planned. But… protect Tang Ya at all costs."
The elders sighed in relief.
A unanimous chorus followed. "Understood!"
With that, the members of the Sea God Pavilion filed out, each beginning their role in executing Xuanzi's plan.
Meanwhile, somewhere in the Douluo Continent...
Zhongli Wu sat in a dimly lit chamber, a sinister smile curling across his lips.
He had just received intelligence from his spies.
"So… Tang Ya and the families of numerous Shrek students have been relocated to White Tiger City?"
His fingers tapped rhythmically against the armrest.
"I see… I suppose I should pay White Tiger City a visit.
"After all, if I can retrieve the Holy Spirit Cult's Saintess… it will be a great victory for me."
His eyes gleamed with malice.
The trap was set. The pieces were moving. The game was about to begin.
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