Shrek Academy, Sea God Island.
Fang Yang suddenly received a notice from Wu Changkong.
Triumphant Douluo Yun Ming, the Pavilion Master of Sea God Pavilion, wanted to personally summon him.
Thus, led by Wu Changkong, Fang Yang arrived at Sea God Island of Shrek Academy.
In the center of the island, the Golden Ancient Tree stood majestically, exuding a vast, ocean-like aura of life.
The Sea God Pavilion was located there, forming the core of Sea God Island and even Shrek Academy.
"Fang Yang, you may enter."
Wu Changkong stopped, his dark green eyes looking at Fang Yang, his tone as cold as ever.
"I have not been summoned by the Pavilion Master, so it is inconvenient for me to enter."
After giving this instruction, Wu Changkong turned and left decisively.
"Brother!"
Just then, a clear voice filled with surprise came.
Before Fang Yang could react, a figure, like a nimble butterfly, flew into his arms, hugging him tightly.
Fang Yang looked down at the silver-haired, purple-eyed girl in his arms, a helpless yet doting smile appearing on his face: "Na'er, slow down."
"No!"
Na'er lifted her head in his arms, pouting her small mouth, her tone carrying a spoiled complaint, "Brother has been Cultivating in the Outer Court for so long, and he hasn't come to see me."
Fang Yang smiled helplessly, gently ruffling her hair: "Sea God Island has strict rules; Brother can't just come whenever he wants."
"Then I'll go to the Outer Court to find Brother later!" Na'er immediately said, her eyes sparkling with anticipation.
Fang Yang looked at her expectant gaze and nodded: "Alright, as you wish."
"Cough cough."
A low, soft cough came from within the Sea God Pavilion, carrying a hint of authority.
Fang Yang looked up and saw Triumphant Douluo Yun Ming standing with his hands behind his back, his expression calm.
"Pavilion Master."
Fang Yang bowed slightly in greeting.
Na'er also obediently released her hold and stood beside Fang Yang.
"Hmm."
Yun Ming nodded slightly, his gaze lingering on the two for a moment, a complex emotion flashing in his eyes.
"Alright, Ming Ge."
Ya Li's gentle voice sounded at the opportune moment.
She walked out from behind Yun Ming and smiled kindly at Fang Yang.
Fang Yang bowed to Ya Li again: "Sister Ya Li."
"Hmm."
Ya Li nodded slightly in response, her gaze soft.
Fang Yang looked at Yun Ming and asked, "May I ask why the Pavilion Master has summoned this Junior?"
"Hmph, what else could it be?"
Yun Ming snorted coldly upon hearing this, "Your performance representing the Academy at Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy was excellent this time."
Fang Yang calmly replied: "Thank you for your praise, Pavilion Master."
Yun Ming observed him, this young man's composure that surpassed his age.
It made him nod inwardly, but then he thought of his own little cabbage... and couldn't help but glance at Na'er, who was clinging to Fang Yang.
Ya Li seemed to have noticed her husband's awkward thoughts.
She smiled, took over the conversation, and her voice was gentle: "Fang Yang, you don't need to be so modest. We all saw your performance in the sparring match; you brought honor to the Academy."
"Sister Ya Li, you overpraise me."
Fang Yang bowed slightly, "I merely did my duty."
Yun Ming pondered for a moment, then cut to the chase: "The main reason I summoned you today is to hear your plans for the future."
"With your talent, staying and developing at Shrek Academy, your future is limitless."
Fang Yang's expression remained unchanged, but his heart stirred.
It seemed Shrek Academy indeed intended to recruit him.
"This Junior is eager to hear the details." He said respectfully, waiting for Yun Ming to continue.
"Fang Yang, as long as you are willing to stay at Shrek Academy."
Yun Ming's gaze was sharp, and he said in a deep voice, "I can offer you the position of a reserve Elder."
"Once you Breakthrough to Titled Douluo, you can become a true Elder of the Sea God Pavilion."
Fang Yang heard this and thought for a moment, "Elder? Are there any benefits?"
Ya Li smiled at this, "Of course there are benefits. Once you become an Elder of the Sea God Pavilion, all resources and information of Shrek Academy will be open to you."
"The Academy will fully Cultivate you, and your status will also be elevated to a very high level, allowing you to participate in voting on all major matters of the Sea God Pavilion of Shrek Academy."
"However, there's one thing."
Ya Li added, "Once you join the Sea God Pavilion, you cannot leave the Academy at will in the future."
"I…" Fang Yang was about to speak.
"No need to worry."
Yun Ming interrupted, "As long as you are willing to become an Elder of the Sea God Pavilion, I will personally go to the Spirit Transfer Pagoda and have a chat with Qian Gu Dongfeng."
"How about it? What do you think?"
Yun Ming looked at Fang Yang with burning eyes, awaiting his reply.
The position of a reserve Elder in Shrek Academy's Sea God Pavilion was something many powerhouses dreamed of; he believed this sincerity was enough to move any young person.
Fang Yang was silent for a moment, then met Yun Ming and Ya Li's gaze, slowly shaking his head.
"Thank you, Pavilion Master and Sister Ya Li, for your kindness, but... this Junior's ambition does not lie here. I'm afraid I must decline the Pavilion Master's good intentions."
Yun Ming frowned upon hearing this.
He stared at Fang Yang, his voice deepening a few shades: "You... do you know what this means?"
Ya Li also sighed softly, a hint of regret flashing in her eyes.
She gently placed her hand on Yun Ming's arm, signaling him to calm down.
Yun Ming took a deep breath, calming his emotions: "If that is the case, then so be it."
"Thank you for your kindness, Pavilion Master." Fang Yang bowed in salute.
"Forget it."
Yun Ming said nothing more.
Fang Yang spoke: "Pavilion Master, Sister Ya Li, it's the holidays now, and I plan to take Na'er home for a visit."
"You may, but you must ensure Na'er's safety." Yun Ming instructed.
"I will." Fang Yang solemnly promised.
"Teacher, Teacher's Wife, Na'er is going home now!" Na'er obediently bid farewell.
Ya Li looked at her with loving eyes: "Take care of yourself."
She had long regarded Na'er as her own daughter.
"Pavilion Master, Sister Ya Li, we will take our leave." Fang Yang said, taking Na'er's hand and turning to depart.
"Wait a moment."
Yun Ming suddenly spoke, tossing a token to Fang Yang.
Fang Yang caught it and saw that the token was ancient, with the character "Fang" engraved on it.
"Go."
Yun Ming said no more, taking Ya Li's hand and turning to leave.
Fang Yang rubbed the token, lost in thought.
"Brother?" Na'er called softly, interrupting Fang Yang's thoughts.
"Let's go."
Fang Yang put away the token, smiled slightly, and said, "Mother misses you very much too; let's go home."
"Mm! I miss Mom too!"
Na'er chirped, her face beaming with a happy smile.
Fang Yang said: "Alright, let's go back to Aolai City."
On the Sea God Pavilion, Yun Ming sighed deeply: "Such a good seed, what a pity."
"Ming Ge, didn't you give him the Elder's token?" Ya Li gently held his hand.
Yun Ming remained silent. He had been restless lately, always having a premonition that Shrek Academy would face a major change.
Giving that token to Fang Yang, perhaps in the future... he could take care of Na'er and Ya Li when the storm arrived.
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