Heaven Dou Royal Academy, Main Reception Hall!
"Back then, I couldn't stand Shrek Academy cheating commoner soul masters out of their tuition fees.
Ten gold soul coins might not be much to powerful soul masters like them, but for commoner soul masters, it might be several years' worth of savings..." "
I defeated one of their six-ring Soul Emperor teachers and one three-ring Soul Venerable student.
Shrek Academy couldn't stand it, so they sent a seven-ring Soul Saint to hunt me down."
Qian Renshang stated the facts directly, his face grim.
"The final result, as everyone saw... that seven-ring Soul Saint died, while I survived."
Qian Renshang spoke very seriously, without a trace of falsehood.
Flander's face turned red with anxiety.
"Nonsense! It's clearly you who were too arrogant and domineering, deliberately disrupting Shrek Academy's admissions."
Everyone present wasn't stupid, and they could all distinguish right from wrong.
He immediately glared angrily at Flander and the rest of the Shrek Academy students.
"Hiss, these Shrek Academy people are truly shameless!
They cheated us out of tuition fees first... and now they're trying to shift the blame."
"Exactly! A six-ring Soul Emperor couldn't even defeat a five-ring Soul King, what a disgrace!"
"Now they've sent a seven-ring Soul Emperor, and he's dead... just how weak are these Shrek Academy people?!"
"An academy like this wants to merge with our academy... it's wishful thinking."
The Heaven Dou Royal Academy students present all looked at Flander and the others with disdain.
Qian Renshang was, after all, a member of their Heaven Dou Royal Academy, and they would normally protect him.
"You... you all..."
Flander's face turned red with anger.
Seeing the situation turning against him, Yu Xiaogang immediately spoke up.
"Since you don't welcome us... then Shrek Academy will not join the Heaven Dou Royal Academy."
Dai Mubai and the others quickly echoed, shouting.
"Yeah, what's so great about them, Dean... Let's go."
"One day, our little monsters from Shrek Academy will make them regret it."
"Third Brother, let's go!!"
The three education committee members, Meng Shenji, Qian Renshang, and Qian Shenji, remained calm and did not stop them.
Qian Renshang felt somewhat apologetic.
"I'm sorry, committee members... because of me, your plans have fallen through."
Qian Renshang knew that if Shrek Academy successfully joined the Heaven Dou Royal Academy, it would be a good achievement for the three members of Meng Shenji.
"Don't worry... little guy, this old man still knows right from wrong. You don't need to feel guilty."
Meng Shenji comforted him.
On the other side, the Shrek Academy students were about to leave angrily when Qin Ming, who had been silent all along, suddenly spoke up.
He said with a stern face,
"Committee member Meng Shenji, I forgive Qin Ming for being rude today, but from today onwards, I, Qin Ming, officially withdraw from Shrek Academy.
I cannot tolerate your insults to my alma mater."
"Qin Ming..."
Meng Shenji's expression changed drastically.
He did not expect Qin Ming to withdraw for this reason.
He knew that their Heaven Dou Royal Academy had been grooming Qin Ming as their successor.
A Soul Emperor in his thirties is truly a genius; he's almost certain to become a Title Douluo in the future!
He tried to persuade Qin Ming, but Qin Ming's attitude was resolute, leaving Meng Shenji with no choice but to sigh helplessly.
But Qin Ming wasn't finished. He suddenly pointed at Qian Renshang and shouted in a deep voice,
"But before I leave, I'm challenging Gu Siyue… He not only insulted my alma mater and bullied my juniors," he said, "but he also used underhanded tactics to kill Teacher Zhao Wuji.
I must seek justice!"
The entire group from the Heaven Dou Royal Academy was shocked.
Qin Ming held an extraordinary position in the academy, being a Heaven Dou-level teacher and the youngest six-ring Soul Emperor.
Qian Renshang, on the other hand, seemed to be only a five-ring Soul King.
Although he was considered a genius, everyone thought he wouldn't be a match for Qin Ming.
For a moment, everyone whispered amongst themselves, discussing the situation with bated breath for Qian Renshang, and wondering how this seemingly mismatched challenge would unfold.
The students from the Heavenly Dou Royal Academy were all tense, secretly hoping that Qian Renshang wouldn't accept the challenge.
Their brows furrowed, they whispered among themselves, "Hopefully Gu Siyue can calm down and not impulsively accept the challenge.
Teacher Qin Ming is not someone to be trifled with."
"Yes, although Gu Siyue is exceptionally talented, there's still a gap in soul power level between her and Qin Ming.
It's wise of her not to challenge him."
"Teacher Qin Ming's six-ring Soul Emperor is different from ordinary six-ring Soul Emperors; he's a true genius."
Qin Ming is now loudly proclaiming his withdrawal from the Heaven Dou Royal Academy, and as students of the academy, they naturally harbor some resentment towards him, so they subconsciously sided with Qian Renshang.
Meanwhile, the Shrek Academy students were excited, rubbing their hands together in anticipation.
"Great! With Senior Qin Ming taking action, he can definitely avenge us!"
"If Gu Siyue doesn't dare to accept the challenge, she's a coward!"
"Yeah, if she has the guts, she should accept! Is she just bullying the weak?"
Thus, the group began to stir up trouble, their words full of provocation, trying to provoke Qian Renshang.
"Qian Renshang, are you scared?"
"You have the guts to bully our academy, but not the guts to accept the challenge?"
Their voices rose and fell, echoing in the air, making the atmosphere increasingly tense.
Flander frowned, full of worry, fearing that the three faculty members might intervene to stop the challenge.
However, the three faculty members from Meng Shenji were unusually calm.
They were composed, their eyes unwavering, as if they had complete confidence in Qian Renshang and were not worried at all that he would be at a disadvantage in this challenge.
Instead of stopping him as Flander feared, they solemnly reminded Qin Ming:
"Qin Ming, you'd better not issue the challenge, otherwise, you will definitely regret it."
The three faculty members' tone was serious and earnest, their eyes revealing an unquestionable certainty.
After all, Qin Ming had been a teacher of their academy before, and they had placed high hopes on him, so they subconsciously reminded him.
Qin Ming looked puzzled, full of doubt. He frowned, puzzled, and said,
"What do the three committee members mean by this? Do they think I'd kill Gu Siyue?
Hmph, they underestimate me too much.
I know my limits. At most, I'll cripple him, which is just to save face for the academy!"
Qin Ming ignored the three committee members and continued to stare intently at Qian Renshang, issuing another challenge.
He was inwardly furious, thinking,
"No wonder Gu Siyue was so distant from me before.
She already knew about my relationship with Shrek Academy and anticipated a conflict today.
Hmph, today I'll show you my power!"
Qian Renshang smiled slightly, a smile filled with confidence and composure.
He declared loudly, "Why wouldn't I dare?
I accept this challenge!"
His voice was firm and powerful, echoing in the air, making everyone present tense.
(End of Chapter)
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