Chapter 291: I Have a Plan to Guarantee Shrek's Championship
Bei Bei gathered Wang Dong and Xiao Xiao to explain the details of the Sea God Pavilion meeting.
Wang Dong was surprised. "So, we'll be competing on behalf of the Tang Sect? Senior Brother Bei, we don't have enough people. We don't even meet the minimum number of participants required."
Bei Bei nodded seriously. "Yes, that's indeed a problem. But later, I'll start recruiting within the academy. As long as we gather enough members, the issue will be solved. Wang Dong, I need your help. If you assist me, the recruitment process will be much more efficient."
Xiao Xiao agreed. "Senior Brother Bei is right. Wang Dong is really popular among the female students. If you help recruit, some strong female soul masters might be willing to join the Tang Sect. For the sake of making the Tang Sect shine in the tournament, Wang Dong, you'll have to make a small sacrifice."
"Wait a minute, what do you mean by 'sacrifice'…" Wang Dong looked at Xiao Xiao and saw her sly smile, feeling helpless.
Bei Bei sighed and glanced at Wang Dong. "Wang Dong, you're a female soul master yourself. You won't be at a disadvantage because of this so called 'sacrifice.' Also, what I meant by asking for your help is mainly to use your influence. Your job is just to talk to female soul masters and persuade them to join the Tang Sect."
Wang Dong's eyes widened in disbelief. "Senior Brother Bei, how do you know I'm a girl? Did Xiao Xiao tell you?"
For a moment, she felt betrayed. She had made Xiao Xiao promise to keep it a secret. But now, Xiao Xiao herself looked equally shocked, as if she had no idea how Bei Bei found out.
This left Wang Dong even more confused. Did Bei Bei learn about it from another source?
Bei Bei shook his head. "It wasn't Xiao Xiao who told me. In fact, when I found out your martial soul was the Bright Goddess Butterfly, I already knew you were a female soul master.
"According to the records in the Sea God Pavilion's archives, this martial soul only appears in female soul masters. Even though you disguise yourself as a boy, knowledgeable soul masters can easily recognize your true gender."
Wang Dong was stunned. Her mind went blank for a moment. Then, in a slightly trembling voice, she asked, "So… how many people know that I'm actually a girl?"
A strange sense of embarrassment welled up inside her. She had always thought her disguise was flawless. After all, her ability to cross dress relied on her family's unique transformation technique, which could even create the illusion of an Adam's apple.
If everyone had known she was a girl all along but never exposed her, didn't that make her whole disguise look foolish in their eyes?
Bei Bei counted on his fingers for a moment and then said seriously, "Not too many people know just the elders of the Sea God Pavilion, a few knowledgeable teachers, and some exceptional students.
"So don't worry. Based on my estimate, in the vast Shrek Academy, the number of people who actually know your true gender is probably no more than fifty."
Hearing this, Wang Dong let out a sigh of relief, though she still harbored resentment toward her two fathers. If it weren't for their insistence, she wouldn't have had to cross dress in the first place.
"Senior Brother Bei, I need you to keep this a secret for me." If it weren't for her father's expectations, she would have already returned to wearing female attire at the academy.
"Alright." Bei Bei nodded in agreement.
Wang Dong continued, "Then let's start recruiting right away. I'll try my best to bring in some strong female soul masters to join the Tang Sect and compete with us."
Sea God Pavilion
Yan Shaozhe entered the Sea God Pavilion and saw Mu En sitting in his wheelchair with his eyes closed, breathing steadily.
His footsteps echoed in the quiet hall as he approached.
Mu En opened his eyes and looked at Yan Shaozhe with curiosity, wondering why his student had come.
Yan Shaozhe stopped in front of him, concern written all over his face. "Teacher, you've been here for too long. Your health isn't great, and you shouldn't overwork yourself. Why don't you let me oversee Elder Xuan's seclusion instead?"
Mu En immediately refused. "Shaozhe, there's no need. My health may be poor, but I'm not so weak that I can't supervise Xuan Zi's training. His seclusion is a serious matter, and I must personally oversee it."
Yan Shaozhe continued to persuade him. "Teacher, you are the pillar of Shrek Academy. The entire academy rests on your shoulders.
"If there is only one person who can protect this academy, it is you.
"Your health is already deteriorating. If you exhaust yourself further and fall ill, the academy's safety will be severely compromised.
"For the sake of Shrek Academy, please take care of yourself. Allow me, as your student, to share some of this burden with you."
Mu En had always prioritized the academy's overall interests. Hearing Yan Shaozhe's words, he hesitated.
Seeing his student's sincerity, Mu En finally relented with a sigh. "Alright, you will oversee Xuan Zi's seclusion. But remember, you must be strict and not let your guard down."
Over the past few days, constantly watching over Xuan Zi had indeed worn him out. Taking a short break would allow him to recover some energy.
"Yes, Teacher." Yan Shaozhe nodded and watched as Mu En left the Sea God Pavilion.
Then, he sat cross legged on the floor outside Xuan Zi's room and said, "Elder Xuan, Teacher has left. Now, let's discuss how we can ensure Shrek Academy wins the championship."
From inside the room, Xuan Zi's voice came through. "Shaozhe, after all my mistakes, do you still trust me?"
Yan Shaozhe chuckled. "Elder Xuan, what are you saying? Of course, I trust you. I admit that you've made many mistakes, and the elders in the Sea God Pavilion are aware of that.
"But your intentions were always good. It was just unfortunate circumstances that led to repeated failures. I can feel your dedication to the academy."
Xuan Zi sighed. "Shaozhe, not many people in this academy truly understand me. You're one of them."
"As for how to guarantee Shrek Academy wins the championship, I've already devised a plan.
"If it weren't for Elder Mu's decision, our Shrek team would undoubtedly be the strongest, and there would be no chance of losing. I wouldn't have to think so hard to come up with a strategy to ensure victory."
"Please share your plan, Elder Xuan," Yan Shaozhe said seriously.
Xuan Zi explained, "As you know, this year's tournament is being held in the Sun Moon Empire.
"Our academy cannot rely on our own influence to persuade the Sun Moon Emperor to help us cheat. Moreover, due to the long standing feud between Shrek Academy and the Sun Moon Empire, they will likely impose even stricter surveillance on us."
(End of chapter.)
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