Although Liu Erlong had handed over the management of the Lanba Academy to Flender, it did not mean that the academy was no longer hers. In terms of the previous life, Liu Erlong held a hundred percent stake, and Flender was merely a figurehead, the one to take the blame when things went wrong.
So when she heard Yun Feng's words, Liu Erlong instinctively felt a shock. A Titled Douluo joining the academy—everyone could see the implications of this.
Just as Liu Erlong was about to agree, Flender and the others exchanged glances filled with gloom. They had not forgotten how Dugu Bo had humiliated them before. Now he wanted to join their Shrek Academy!
They immediately rejected the idea.
"We do not agree!"
"Our Shrek Academy is too small to accommodate a Poison Douluo like him!"
Upon hearing this, Dugu Bo instinctively looked at Yun Feng, his eyes filled with curiosity.
"Little monster, I'm not saying this to you, but are you sure your so-called teachers are really sane?"
In fact, Yun Feng was also struggling to hold back. He had good intentions, but it seemed that Flender and the others were not very receptive!
Liu Erlong, of course, didn't need to say much. Although she was tired and didn't want to manage the academy, she couldn't just watch Flender harm the academy's interests! Especially after the incident with Yu Xiaogang, she had become wary of Flender.
"Flender, what do you mean? This is a Titled Douluo!"
Flender was momentarily at a loss for words, unsure how to explain the situation to his Little Sister Erlong. Should he say that before coming here, he had been kicked out of the Tiandou Royal Academy?
That Dugu Bo was the culprit?
Flender cared about his reputation, especially in front of Liu Erlong, and he certainly couldn't reveal this.
But unexpectedly, Yun Feng spoke up at that moment.
"I say, Flender, you're not still holding a grudge about what happened at the Tiandou Royal Academy, are you?"
"How long has it been?"
"Didn't you just get kicked out?"
"Now Senior Dugu isn't even holding it against you for your rashness. You wouldn't be that petty, would you?"
Upon hearing this, Flender's face instantly flushed red. After all, that incident had been quite a blow to him. He was a Soul Sage, used to being respected. Suddenly being told to leave by someone stronger than him—who could take that?
But now Flender couldn't argue back. After all, the situation was stronger than the person!
"I didn't mean it that way, I just... just..."
"Just that our Shrek Academy is too small. A powerhouse like Senior Dugu should go to a larger academy, like the Tiandou Royal Academy or something."
Seeing Flender's hypocrisy, even Liu Erlong, no matter how dense she was, could guess that something had happened. There must be some conflict involved.
But now was not the time to dwell on that.
"Not at all! Senior Dugu coming to our academy would be a great honor for us. Please don't mind it!"
Fearing that Flender would say something else, Liu Erlong immediately stepped forward.
Upon hearing this, Dugu Bo looked at Flender, seemingly recalling something. He smirked disdainfully but did not engage with Flender. Instead, under Yun Feng's indication, he gently nodded at Liu Erlong.
"I agreed to come here as a consultant for the little monster. I wonder if you all are willing?"
Dugu Bo was not one to beat around the bush. Given his status, he had no need to do so and stated his intentions directly. He agreed to come here purely because of Yun Feng.
And Yun Feng was simply thinking of his own safety.
Upon hearing this, Liu Erlong immediately replied without hesitation, "Of course we are willing! Having you at our academy would be a tremendous honor. Don't say consultant; even if you were the principal, it would be more than enough."
"Flender, go and receive Senior Dugu. Remember to be polite!"
As soon as Liu Erlong said this, Flender's face turned as dark as a pot bottom. However, thinking of Liu Erlong's command, he reluctantly nodded and forced a smile.
"Senior Dugu, this way please!"
Dugu Bo clearly wasn't interested in Flender's enthusiasm. He waved his hand and continued speaking to Liu Erlong, "I won't take the position of principal. I don't have that much time to teach students, and my cultivation methods aren't suitable for most Soul Masters."
"Since you all agreed, just find me a quiet place."
"I brought back this little monster, and I'm tired. Take me to rest first."
Liu Erlong immediately agreed and then looked at Flender.
Flender, feeling helpless, knew that although he hadn't prepared for this in advance, handling such a temporary situation wasn't difficult.
"Senior, please follow me."
Saying this, he led the way, guiding Dugu Bo into the academy.
As Dugu Bo passed by Yun Feng, he moved his lips and said something to Yun Feng before following Flender away. He certainly wasn't really tired; he simply hated trouble and didn't want to engage in more conversation with everyone.
Watching Flender take Dugu Bo away, Liu Erlong couldn't help but ask Yun Feng, "Little Feng, how did you manage to do this? This old monster actually agreed to come to our academy. It's simply unbelievable."
Yun Feng smiled slightly but didn't reveal everything, as there were still many people around. He vaguely replied, "Perhaps we just hit it off. I inadvertently helped him with something, and he said he was coming to return the favor."
Seeing that Yun Feng didn't want to elaborate, Liu Erlong didn't press further.
"Regardless, this is a good thing."
"By the way, how is everyone doing?"
Yun Feng was referring to Xiao Wu, Zhu Zhuqing, and Ning Rongrong. Although he would return if nothing happened, it had already been a month since he last left.
Yun Feng was filled with thoughts of the girls.
Liu Erlong smiled and nodded at Yun Feng, her eyes carrying a hint of sadness as she said, "They are all doing well, and your timing is perfect. If it were a few more days, we might not all be here."
Yun Feng noticed the look in Liu Erlong's eyes but tactfully didn't ask further. After all, it was obvious it was about Yu Xiaogang.
However, he was somewhat concerned about what Liu Erlong said next.
"Why?"
A glimmer of excitement flashed in Liu Erlong's eyes as she replied, "In the past six months, they have all made significant progress."
"Ning Rongrong, Zhu Zhuqing, and Ma Hongjun have all broken through to level thirty and have their third Soul Ring."
"Oscar's Soul Power has also increased by two levels, and Xiao Wu has even improved by three levels. Dai Mubai is currently in seclusion, trying to break through the level forty bottleneck. It's a bit challenging, but he should be close."
"Once he surpasses level forty, we will accompany him to hunt soul beasts and obtain his fourth Soul Ring."
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