Chapter 347: The Shrek Group Integrates into Tianxing Academy
In the Divine Realm, within a mysterious great hall, a massive figure stirred slightly, an event that would certainly alarm others if it were known. This figure was none other than the Evil God King, one of the five divine kings and regarded as one of the strongest in the Divine Realm.
Having remained emotionless for countless ages, the Evil God King now showed a hint of surprise, his profound eyes scanning across the heavens in search of the disturbance. His gaze landed on the moment where a young man and woman battled the Dark Devilgod Tiger. To his surprise, this young man had absorbed not only the Dark Devilgod Tiger's spirit ring but also the energy of his own Evil God Orb.
With a brief calculation, the Evil God King discerned the events that had transpired on Douluo Star. He quickly understood Tang San's experiences and actions, though he found them rather puzzling.
"How can this be? This one should be Douluo Star's Child of Fate, yet his destiny seems to be waning," he muttered to himself. "But… his temperament aligns with mine, and that dark, malevolent power within him would make him an ideal successor. If only he were stronger. Still, since the Evil God Orb accepted him, I'll give him a chance. Let's see if he can rise quickly and reach the potential I seek."
In the Divine Realm, one day equaled a year on Douluo Star, so the Evil God King had no intention of monitoring Tang San closely. With a casual wave, a specific energy descended from the Divine Realm, ultimately merging with Tang San's brow.
Just then, a voice echoed around the Evil God King. "Evil, remember the rules of the Divine Realm. Douluo Star isn't yours to interfere with."
The Evil God King scoffed. "Asura, I know the limits. No need to overreact."
The space quickly returned to silence as both the Asura God King and the Evil God King let the matter rest.
Back on Douluo Star, while Tang San continued to hunt spirit rings in the Star Dou Forest, a boat reached the icy shores of the Far North. Once ashore, the group avoided Wuhun Empire patrols and quickly made their way toward Mount Almo.
These travelers were none other than Titan, Yu Xiaogang, Dai Mubai, and their companions. According to their plan, the two split groups would meet near Mount Almo to decide their next steps.
Meanwhile, within Tianxing Academy, Flender, Tyron, and the others had begun to settle into their new roles. For the Shrek group, adapting to life as teachers at Tianxing Academy came naturally, given their experience as educators at Shrek Academy.
As Shrek's former headmaster, Flender possessed valuable skills in both teaching and leadership. Running Shrek Academy had required a keen mind for finances, turning him into one of the most infamous "merchants" of the continent. Here at Tianxing Academy, he was free of financial burdens and was appointed as the lead instructor for aerial training, a role in which he could fully utilize his rare flying Spirit Douluo abilities and experience.
Initially, Zhao Wuji and some others had been skeptical about Tianxing Academy, especially given its powerful stance and strict neutrality toward external affairs. Yet, once they joined, Zhao Wuji and his fellow "muscleheads" quickly adapted to the academy's routine and began to enjoy a simpler, more fulfilling life.
Tianxing Academy might have stringent entry requirements, high standards for teachers, and complex regulations—along with many key leadership positions held by members of a few select families—but it treated everyone equally. Teachers received good salaries, and the academy's expansive grounds meant each senior instructor had a separate house, making life at Tianxing Academy feel like home.
In just a few weeks, the newcomers found themselves enjoying the academy's peaceful lifestyle, some even questioning why they had spent so many years running around and opposing the Wuhun Empire, when they could have been living a life this comfortable.
For Tyron and the other members of the Strength Clan, integrating into the academy was even easier. As part of the four single-attribute clans, the Strength Clan was already well-acquainted with members of the Breaking Clan and the Speed Clan. Tyron frequently socialized with Yang Zhentian and Niu Mang, sharing drinks and reminiscing about past times. Reflecting on their years of struggle, Tyron couldn't help but feel as though he had spent much of his life wandering down unnecessary paths.
Despite the camaraderie, the bond between them was not what it had been in the past. As their lives and perspectives had shifted, so had their relationships.
Yang Potian, meanwhile, had made it clear to the academy's leadership that accepting the remaining members of the Strength Clan was the limit of his tolerance, a decision he made to honor his grandfather and elders. All clan members were informed that academy secrets were strictly off-limits to outsiders.
The Strength Clan's exceptional blacksmithing skills made them well-suited to contribute to the academy's soul tool research, but Yang Potian had already taken measures to secure this project by recruiting a team of skilled blacksmiths from the Wuhun Empire. These craftsmen, fully absorbed in the world of soul tool development, were supported by the strict oversight of Sword Douluo, Bone Douluo, and Ning Fengzhi, ensuring that no unauthorized person could gain access to sensitive research areas.
As for Yang Potian himself, he found himself caught between two strong-willed women—Xue'er, with her proud, competitive spirit, and Ye Lingling, with her gentle, composed nature. Navigating their interactions often felt like an invisible battlefield, but his focus remained on his god-level trials. Despite the Wuhun Empire's recent unification of the continent and capture of Hanhai City, his next assessment had yet to trigger. It seemed the Asura God was waiting for a deeper choice.
"Humans, spirit beasts, and the future… Big changes are coming. Neither the Wuhun Empire nor I can avoid making a choice soon."
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