The Seagod Island at night was extremely tranquil.
The golden light emanating from the ancient golden tree was both sacred and dazzling in the pitch-black night.
Occasionally, a fish would startle the surface of the water, creating ripples that were mixed with the golden radiance from the ancient golden tree, like surging molten gold.
A pure white, cool full moon hung in the sky, its silvery light unable to penetrate the golden radiance of the ancient golden tree.
The two clashed in mid-air, dyeing the upper part of Seagod Island half gold and half silver.
At the heart of Seagod Island, on the third floor of the Seagod Pavilion, carved from the ancient golden tree, an old man with white hair quietly leaned back in a rocking chair, gazing at the wondrous sight in the sky from the balcony.
He had been watching this scene for two hundred years, and each time he looked at it, he felt the peculiarity and power of the ancient golden tree beneath him.
The faint light it emitted could rival that of the moon, and the intertwining of golden light and moonlight formed a unique stellar power, the most coveted supplement for all stellar-type martial souls.
Unfortunately, only Zhang Lexuan from Shrek Academy was capable of absorbing this stellar power.
However, today, Mu En didn't comprehend that stellar power; instead, he was lost in deep thought. His
thin, aged body, lying in the rocking chair, looked fragile, as if a gust of wind could easily blow him apart.
"Bai E, what is your wish?"
"My wish? My wish is to fulfill everyone's wishes!"
"And... what if they can't be fulfilled?"
"Can't be fulfilled?"
"Then send them to tomorrow!"
Bai E's clear voice echoed in Mu En's mind.
He didn't know how he returned to the Sea God Pavilion, because he had been savoring Bai E's words, his body entirely driven by instinct.
"My wish is to fulfill everyone's wishes in the future..."
"I, Mu En, have lived for over two hundred and fifty years. My martial soul is the Holy Dragon of Light, level ninety-nine. I consider myself quite accomplished."
"I never imagined that I would be outshone by a mere second-ring kid today."
"Bai E, your wish is truly fervent."
"I always thought that the martial soul of Ultimate Light forcibly shaped your personality."
Now I realize I was terribly wrong. Perhaps you shaped Ultimate Light!"
"As the Pavilion Master of the Sea God Pavilion, I am confident that my research on martial souls is second to none, even among theoretical teachers."
"Ultimate Light could never give someone such profound enlightenment!"
"How can I describe this enlightenment and personality?"
Mu En closed his eyes, his breathing as precise and steady as a machine.
The white-haired old man began to recall every word he had ever used to define Bai E's character.
As the chilly autumn wind blew by, the old man suddenly opened his eyes and burst into laughter.
The sound echoed at the top of Sea God Island, and the branches of the ancient golden tree swayed slightly, whether from the wind or the sound, it was unclear.
"He's a savior!"
"Hahaha!"
"Having lived most of my life, all I can say about his character is a savior from a novel!"
As the laughter subsided, Mu En's eyes shone brightly, his cloudy eyes now clear and bright.
"No one is more suitable for the position of Sea God Pavilion Master than him."
"If he can't become the Sea God Pavilion Master, then the Sea God Pavilion is truly doomed."
"If even he can't change Shrek Academy, can't change Douluo Continent, then this world seems doomed too."
Mu En was overjoyed. He could finally see Shrek Academy's future clearly—a bright and romantic future.
With such a successor for Shrek Academy, even if he died, he could face the previous Sea God Pavilion Masters with dignity.
He could proudly stand tall and tell his teacher,
"Teacher, I have arranged the future of Shrek Academy!"
If Xuanzi or Yan Shaozhe were to inherit the position of Sea God Pavilion Master, he would die with regrets.
He wouldn't even want to leave his body behind, let alone meet the previous Sea God Pavilion Masters, because he wouldn't have the face to even mention burial!
He feared the resentment of Shrek Academy would cause him to turn into a zombie, like in a horror story on the Magic Network.
It's worth mentioning that the most popular novel on the Magic Network right now is called *Ghost Blows Out the Light*, adapted by Huo Yuhao based on the situation on Douluo Star.
The bizarre story has attracted countless Magic Network users, and even tomb raiders have appeared on the Douluo Continent, seemingly forming sects.
This group has caused the four great empires immense suffering, specifically targeting the imperial tombs of various countries.
They've already looted the imperial tombs of the Douling Empire; it's rumored that the legendary Snow Avalanche Emperor, who accompanied the Sea God in conquering the world, and the Imperial Advisor Yu Xiaogang have both been stolen.
Some say they saw these two skeletons at an auction held on a small island at sea.
It's said that a collector from the Sun Moon Empire bought the remains for a staggering five million Dream Coins and brought them back to the Sun Moon Empire for collection.
This incident enraged the Douluo Three Kingdoms, who severely condemned the Sun Moon Empire through the Magic Network.
The Sun Moon Empire declared, "Fake news."
Of course, Huo Yuhao knew it was true; the remains had already arrived at Mingde Hall.
Jing Hongchen even asked if Huo Yuhao was interested in studying them together, since they were related to the Sea God.
What if the other party left some divine power on these two remains?
That would be a huge windfall.
Huo Yuhao had absolutely no interest in these two things; they were pure bad luck.
If Buddha left them any divine power, he would drink from the Mother's Drowned Spring on the spot!
Mu En finished his thoughts, supported his body with his soul power, and slowly floated into his residence to rest.
He planned to take Bai E and Maidemus as his disciples after school at noon the next day.
…
The next day at noon.
For students, this was a major event comparable to a soul-fighting competition!
Grabbing food and a seat in the cafeteria as quickly as possible was truly an art!
From the exit location to the shortest distance planning, speed arrangement, and even betraying teammates, every aspect is crucial!
"Maidemus! Next up is another exciting lunch rush!"
Wang Yan always leaves ten minutes of self-study time during the last class at noon, allowing them to organize their notes or warm up before sprinting to the cafeteria the moment the bell rings.
Only the fastest can grab the most affordable and valuable food in the cafeteria.
"Xiao Bai, Xiao Di, are you sure you don't need the Hundred Realms Gate?"
"I can take you there directly."
Bai E and Maidemus both waved their hands in refusal.
"No need, Teacher Tibo, I already told Medemos that whoever is slower today will have to take the bathroom from the other this afternoon!"
"I will definitely win!"
Medemos looked at Bai Er with disdain and said,
"Where does your confidence come from?"
"Because of the milk tea powder you mixed into my protein powder?"
Bai Er paused, his face slightly tense, and said,
"Huh?"
"When did you find out?"
Medemos snorted coldly. Did he say that because the protein powder tasted good recently, he went to the South District Commercial Street to find a store to buy the same one?
As a result, he was told by the store that they did not sell milk tea flavored protein powder.
Thinking of this, Medemos's fist hardened!
He vowed that this time when he went back, he would secretly replace all the clothes in Bai Er's wardrobe that were similar to Chimera's with Shrek school uniforms!
Tibo's innocent and cute face showed a smile. The two of them had always had a good relationship.
"Um, Vice Class Monitor Tibao, can I take you with me?"
A classmate quietly raised his hand. He had a support-type weapon spirit, and couldn't compete with the big guys with attack-type beast spirits.
He'd been eating Kentucky Fried Chicken for weeks.
He felt like he was turning into a hamburger!
"Me too!"
"Please take me with you!"
Tibao looked at the classmates raising their hands, her red hair swaying slightly. Her childish and cute voice sounded like an angel's in the ears of the students.
"Of course, no problem!"
"We're classmates."
"After class, I'll open the Hundred Realms Gate. You can just go through it."
"Be careful, okay?" "
Vice Class Monitor Tibao! Waaah!"
Xue Qing and the other classmates were all extremely moved, almost wanting to drape Tibao in a dragon robe and steal Feng Jin's bird position.
Then they would shout their loyalty!
The students in Class One felt really lucky to have joined this class.
The class is teeming with geniuses and monsters; you could hit three or four with a single brick.
There are also super monsters like Bai E and Maidemus; just getting to know them is enough to brag about.
Even if you fail the exam and get expelled, it'll be worth it just to know these monsters and become their online friends!
The class atmosphere is incredibly united; if there are any minor conflicts, Feng Jin will proactively help mend them.
If anyone gets injured, Feng Jin will help treat them.
If the girls can't get a shower, they can ask Tibao to open a portal to the Hundred Realms; she's happy to help them.
Not only that, but Teacher Wang Yan is also very responsible.
He takes every student to the training ground to have their martial soul and physique analyzed by various teachers.
Then they develop future development plans, and he even says that if they need spirit rings, they can contact him later, and he'll arrange for teachers to take them on spirit hunting trips.
Furthermore, Class 1 of the first year has a lot of prestige outside; everyone knows that several of the first-year's super monsters are in Class 1, and out of affection, everyone assumes the class is full of geniuses.
Wang Yan sits on the podium, looking at the students below with gentle eyes.
Class 1 of Grade 1 is much easier to manage than Class 1 of Grade 2.
Both class leaders are popular, so there's no need to worry about internal conflicts.
"These little monsters are so energetic!"
"But the Hundred Realms Gate martial soul is truly amazing; with such low soul power consumption, it can perform ultra-long-distance spatial teleportation."
"Tibao's first soul skill is Revelation, increasing mental power by 100%."
"Her second soul skill is Corridor, freely extending and expanding a certain area of space."
"No wonder it's a super martial soul; this soul skill is simply outrageous."
Soon, the bell rang, and Bai E and Maidemus jumped out of the window, making Wang Yan's brow twitch.
"These two kids, it seems they still don't have enough homework."
Then Tibao opened the Hundred Realms Gate, and the triangular golden doors instantly opened at the classroom door, filling the entire classroom with dazzling light.
The students in the classroom rushed forward, passing through the Hundred Realms Gate directly to the cafeteria.
Students passing by Class 1 were filled with indignation and grief.
"Damn it!"
"Is there no law? Is there no justice?!"
"Does the spatial portal really mean we can do whatever we want?"
With that, he could only continue running outwards, unwilling to give up.
If he waited any longer, he'd probably only be able to eat hamburgers again!
Tibo poked her little head out of the Hundred Realms Gate and waved to Wang Yan, saying,
"Teacher Wang Yan, hurry up and come too."
Wang Yan smiled, put away his lesson plan, and passed through the Hundred Realms Gate to the cafeteria.
Meanwhile, Bai E and Medmos transformed into two streaks of light, one gold and one red, on campus.
The surrounding students weren't surprised.
After all, they'd seen it many times; quite a few had even been beaten up by the red streak of light.
In the end, Bai E won slightly this time; perhaps the milk tea powder really worked.
"Hahaha."
"Partner, the bathroom this afternoon is your responsibility!"
Medmos waved and said,
"Got it."
"Go buy food first."
"Then go back and eat."
You have to hand in your Martial Soul Analysis assignment this afternoon, don't forget."
Bai E nodded as he followed Medmos into the cafeteria.
The two bought some soul beast meat and rice as their main meal and prepared to leave the cafeteria.
Just as they stepped out, Mu En suddenly wheeled himself up to them and said,
"Bai'er and Medemos, could you come with me for a moment?"
Bai'er and Medemos exchanged a puzzled look, but still smiled and said,
"Of course."
Mu En looked at the two with increasing satisfaction, nodded, and said cheerfully,
"Come on, follow me this way."
Bai'er and Medemos followed Mu En toward the green path beside the cafeteria.
They didn't see Mu En smile slightly ahead and draw a line with his finger.
A silver light instantly engulfed the three of them, and Bai'er and Medemos's pupils contracted.
Just as they were about to activate their martial souls, they found themselves on a beautiful island.
The island was dotted with elegant pavilions, and at its core stood a giant golden tree.
Bai'e asked in shock,
"Where is this?!"
Medemos looked at the giant tree ahead and said,
"This is Seagod Island."
Moon turned his wheelchair around to face them and said cheerfully,
"That's right, this is Seagod Island."
"The very heart of Shrek Academy."
"You must have many questions, but let me introduce myself first."
"I am Moon, the current head of the Seagod Pavilion, and also your Grandpa Moon."
"In a sense, I am also the principal of Shrek Academy."
Bai'e and Medemos were both somewhat shocked; they hadn't expected that the lonely old man to be the most powerful person in Shrek Academy.
"So, what brings you here?"
Moon asked the two directly,
"I want to take you as my disciples."
Bai'e was about to say something when Medemos pulled him back, gesturing with his eyes for him to continue listening to Moon.
"I'm getting old."
"I took on a few disciples before, but none of them were very promising, unable to shoulder the responsibility."
"You've all seen Shrek Academy; it's in a mess now."
"I want to change it, to make it better."
"At first, I was attracted by your talent." "
But after spending time with you, I discovered that your spirits are far more precious than your talents."
"Bai'er, your wish that day is unforgettable."
"In all my years, no one's wish has ever moved me so deeply."
"I believe that you, with such a wish, will be the future of Shrek Academy."
"Therefore, I want to take you as my disciples, hoping you will help me change this academy."
"And I will teach you to the best of my ability."
With that, Mu En looked at the two children with hopeful eyes, his hands gripping the wheelchair handles tightly.
This was the first time he had felt nervous about taking on disciples.
He didn't say anything grand or empty promises about the future.
At this moment, any words would be pale and powerless; only his sincere heart was truly real and powerful.
Bai Er and Maidemus exchanged a glance, understanding each other's thoughts, and nodded together, saying,
"Yes!"
"We are willing to become your disciples!"
"We have always felt that Grandpa Mu is a warm person."
"Like the morning sun."
Mu En was taken aback, not expecting the two children to value his character, then burst into laughter.
"Hahaha!"
"I didn't expect that the three of us, master and disciples, would be of one mind in choosing disciples!"
"That's good!"
"This time I'm sure I didn't misjudge, hahaha!"
(End of Chapter)
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