"Elder Mu, about this matter—I apologize. This child saved my life, and for a moment, I couldn't restrain myself."
Zhang Lexuan's tone was gentle, showing no trace of her previous desperate demeanor; her expression was quite respectful.
This even surprised Lu Cheng a little. He hadn't expected that when facing the enemy who murdered her parents, this girl could actually endure it without showing a single flaw—
"Hoho, it's no matter. This old man naturally understands. But Lexuan, as the future Pavilion Master of the Sea Gods Pavilion, you still need to be calmer. If you are like this, I'm afraid I won't dare to entrust such a heavy burden to you."
"I will keep your admonishment in mind, Elder Mu—"
One old, one young, each had their own schemes. On the surface, however, they remained harmonious.
"Teacher—" Yan Shaozhe said, looking disheveled.
"No need to say more."
On the top floor of the Sea Gods Pavilion, Mu En narrowed his eyes, taking in half of Shrek Academy within his field of vision.
"Regarding Zhou Yi, focus on appeasement. Send her precious healing herbs. Regardless of whether she can recover, the warmth of Shrek Academy must be delivered; we cannot let Fan Yu's heart grow cold—incidentally, you can reveal some things, like the future Pavilion Master of the Sea Gods Pavilion—*cough cough*."
"Yes, Teacher!" Yan Shaozhe nodded slightly.
Currently, Zhang Lexuan's status as the next-generation successor of the Sea Gods Pavilion was just a 'pie in the sky'—a lure to keep her at Shrek Academy. But as for whether it would be fulfilled—apologies; that was impossible.
"As for the extent of that boy Lu Cheng's playfulness, I did underestimate it," Mu En said calmly, lightly tapping the armrest of his wheelchair.
"Should we—" Yan Shaozhe whispered.
"No need. This wild horse, this old man is still confident in taming him. His reason for acting was also legitimate and correct—as long as this matter is handled properly, he might even develop a sense of belonging to Shrek Academy. It was your selfish and narrow-minded approach that forced him to the opposing side and completely intensified the conflict."
Mu En gave Yan Shaozhe a flat glance.
"I am very disappointed in you."
"Please punish me, Teacher—" Yan Shaozhe knelt on one knee, his head hanging dejectedly.
"As the one at the helm, you cannot only look at the petty interests in front of you; you must consider the big picture. Forget it—"
Mu En waved his hand somewhat wearily.
"This matter ends here. You may leave."
Until Yan Shaozhe's figure completely disappeared, Mu En's fingers lightly tapped the armrest. His eyes were dark and unreadable, but they didn't hold gravity; instead, they showed a hint of relief.
From today's event, it could be seen that the child was still just a kind-hearted, hot-blooded youth at his core. Winning over such a person wasn't difficult.
One only needed to make him feel a sense of identity, honor, and collectivism toward Shrek Academy—
Let him represent Shrek Academy in the tournament; let his body be branded with the mark of Shrek Academy, sharing both glory and shame. From then on, this wild horse could be driven—and once he was subdued, he would be the vanguard general for Bei Bei in the future. The entire Shrek Academy would no longer need to worry about a lack of combat power.
"Senior Brother Lu Cheng—thank you."
Wang Dong'er's face was flushed with the afterglow of excitement as she thanked him repeatedly.
She had originally thought of having Lu Cheng use the influence of the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School to solve it, but this annoying guy had been making excuses lately. She had even thought she'd given him a massage for nothing, but who would have thought—
This guy had directly unleashed a big move today.
It was world-shaking. He had gone straight to the 'heavens.'
He even forced that legendary figure from the Sea Gods Pavilion to come out.
"Thank you—" Xiao Xiao's eyes were filled with tears. Though her emerald-green eyes still carried weariness, they were exceptionally bright at this moment.
It was Senior Lu Cheng!!! Wang Dong'er wasn't bragging!
Earlier, Lu Cheng's towering figure had been deeply etched into the young girl's mind, never to be forgotten.
For a student like her from a small family background, she would actually challenge a teacher of Shrek Academy, even the Dean. It turned out he wasn't just handsome and powerful but also a very gentle and kind person.
It was over; she felt herself completely falling for him.
"Hehe—" Lu Cheng gave a cheeky smile and, like petting a cat, ruffled the short loli's emerald-green hair.
"Go cultivate well with Teacher Wang Yan, and forget these unpleasant days."
"—"
Beside them, a refined middle-aged man saw this and hurried forward. He nodded to Lu Cheng with a somewhat restrained expression, and the latter nodded back in return.
"Teacher Zhou Yi is unable to continue her duties due to illness and injury. I will temporarily take over as the class teacher for the new Class 1—"
Seeing that this true 'Devil King' was treating him with a fairly polite attitude, Wang Yan secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
Even though they were both Soul Kings, he knew his own limits. This child's talent was so prodigious it was rare throughout history.
Lu Cheng whispered a few words into Wang Dong'er's ear.
The latter's earlobes turned red, and she nodded after some hesitation. He had helped so much, so showing some appreciation was only right.
Months passed in a flash.
Lu Cheng's research into Battle Armor had advanced a tiny bit further. His soul power was completely stabilized at rank fifty-four, and there were even faint signs of a breakthrough.
Inside the dormitory.
Buzz—
As a buzzing sound rang out, Lu Cheng slowly opened his eyes, which emitted a dazzling light. A golden core the size of a dragon's eye at his Dantian was slowly withdrawn into his body.
This was the Golden Core condensed by the Golden Core Technique. One could even say it was a soul master's second heart.
It supplied an ample amount of spiritual Qi. After circulating through the soul master's meridians for one cycle, it would grow slightly larger and—
Transform into soul power while simultaneously nourishing the physical body.
According to Lu Cheng's future plans, this Golden Core could replace the Soul Core he would need to condense when he advanced to Title Douluo—
Of course, that was still far off.
For now, he still needed to continue increasing his combat power.
"What do you say? Now that you finally have some free time, why not take a trip to the Far North? This brother has connections there—"
"In the entire Far North, there isn't anyone who doesn't know me. They all like me very much, one and all."
In the spiritual sea.
The Tianmeng Ice Silkworm said leisurely.
"They're just coveting your physical body, aren't they?" Lu Cheng teased.
"Don't worry about that. Just say if you like it or not," Heavenly Dream said with a giggle.
"Moreover, after I sacrificed myself to you, that independent empty martial soul slot is also time to be used—"
"Triple Spirits! I'm curious what kind of monster I'm going to create," Heavenly Dream said, eager to try.
"You mean—" Lu Cheng pondered slightly.
"That's right, the Ice Empress!"
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