Douluo Dalu II—Chapter 69: Xuan Zi's Ingenious Plan
Beibei still had some impression of Huo Yuhao because he had previously rejected Tang Ya's invitation to join the Tang Sect and attend Shrek Academy.
To be honest, Beibei felt sorry for Huo Yuhao's choice.
Shrek Academy is the number one soul master academy on the continent. If Huo Yuhao could have joined the Tang Sect and then entered Shrek Academy for his studies, he would undoubtedly have learned a great deal.
Even if the other party claimed to want to seek refuge with relatives, no matter who those relatives were, they could not compare to the illustrious Shrek Academy, which boasts a thousand years of glory in soul master training.
Moreover, even if a student were expelled during their studies at the academy, they would still carry the identity of the Tang Sect. Given the current status of the Tang Sect, which consists of only a few big cats and small cats, it is impossible to expel anyone.
Whether the Tang Sect can be revived is not the point for now, but as the eldest senior brother of the Tang Sect and the great-great-grandson of the Sea God Pavilion Master, once he grows up, he will certainly take care of Huo Yuhao because of their connection to the Tang Sect. Even if Huo Yuhao is weak at that time, his influence will ensure he can live a good life.
It's a pity that he did not choose to join the Tang Sect in the first place; therefore, he cannot enjoy these hidden benefits.
Thoughts like these ran through Beibei's mind as he walked toward Huo Yuhao. After a quick appraisal, he smiled and said, "Yuhao! I almost didn't recognize you. Compared to your skinny appearance before, you've become taller and more handsome. Even at Shrek Academy, you'd be considered a handsome guy!"
What nonsense are you talking about, Beibei?
Huo Yuhao smiled back, "Brother Bei, thank you for your praise."
At that moment, Xu Sanshi approached. His eyes flickered between Huo Yuhao and Beibei before he fanned himself and said, "Beibei, who is this?"
Upon hearing this, Beibei immediately introduced, "Oh, this is someone I met with Xiaoya in the Star Dou Great Forest before. His name is Huo Yuhao. Yuhao, let me introduce you; this is Xu Sanshi!"
"Huo Yuhao?" Xu Sanshi pondered for a moment. He couldn't recall any famous soul master with the surname Huo, leading him to believe the other might not have any significant background.
Beibei asked, "By the way, Yuhao, where are you currently attending soul master academy?"
Generally speaking, most children on the Douluo Continent attend a Soul Master Academy or Soul Engineering Academy once they reach the appropriate age.
Huo Yuhao replied, "Brother Bei, I am currently studying at the Sun Moon Imperial Soul Engineering Academy and am a reserve member."
He did not conceal his identity; after all, he would have to compete in future tournaments.
Beibei was taken aback and a bit surprised. For Shrek Academy, the Sun Moon Imperial Soul Engineering Academy was one of the toughest opponents in all previous Soul Fighting Competitions.
Now that Shrek Academy has withdrawn from the competition, the Sun Moon Imperial Soul Engineering Academy stands a good chance of winning the championship in this Soul Fighting Competition.
For a moment, Beibei felt a pang of bitterness. Shrek Academy would not win the championship in this competition. This was undoubtedly painful for Beibei, who had been raised in Shrek Academy.
Moreover, he thought Huo Yuhao must be living a tough life for refusing to join the Tang Sect, but he didn't expect that Huo Yuhao had now become a reserve member of the Sun Moon Imperial Soul Engineering Academy.
Beibei forced a smile and said, "Yuhao, you are doing better than I thought. Perhaps your Sun Moon Imperial Soul Engineering Academy can win the championship in this competition."
"Yeah, I hope to win the championship as well," Huo Yuhao replied.
Standing by, Xu Sanshi was also somewhat surprised, his mind racing with thoughts: "A reserve member of the Sun Moon Imperial Soul Engineering Academy? Looks like this little brother Beibei is doing quite well."
At this moment, a female voice came from behind Huo Yuhao. "Yuhao, do you know these two people?"
Meng Hongchen walked out from behind Huo Yuhao. She had just gone to a nearby shop, leaving Huo Yuhao waiting for her to come out.
"Senior Sister Meng, I have known this Brother Bei for a long time. As for this Xu Sanshi, I just met him," Huo Yuhao said, raising his hands and pointing at Beibei and Xu Sanshi, respectively.
"I see," Meng Hongchen nodded and then began to chat with Beibei and Xu Sanshi. During the conversation, she often praised Huo Yuhao, but some matters were confidential, so she kept some details to herself.
After a while, Meng Hongchen bid farewell and took Huo Yuhao away to attend the dinner.
Xu Sanshi watched the backs of Meng Hongchen and Huo Yuhao as they left and remarked with a sense of nostalgia, "This Meng Hongchen has been praising Huo Yuhao nonstop, almost elevating him to the skies. I wonder when Nan Nan will treat me like this!"
"Xu Sanshi, do you still want Jiang Nannan to praise you in front of others? I'm afraid you shouldn't even dare to dream about that!" Beibei teased.
Xu Sanshi's face darkened. "Alright, Beibei, let's drop this topic. I've decided to buy Nan Nan a few soft-bone rabbits as gifts! Rabbits eat grass, so I'll also buy some Blue Silver Grass for feed!"
"What if she doesn't accept them?"
"If she doesn't accept them, then I'll stew the soft-bone rabbit and eat it! Of course, Nan Nan must taste the first bite! If she refuses me again, I can only reluctantly share the soft-bone rabbit meat with you!"
Star Luo Palace.
Xu Jiawei looked at Xuan Zi, who was gnawing on a chicken leg in front of him, and a helpless expression appeared on his face. "Mr. Xuan, you have been gnawing on that chicken leg for half an hour! Now you should tell me why you came to the palace to find me, right?"
He thought that Xuan Zi was not Taotie Douluo at all, but rather Chicken Leg Douluo. He couldn't understand why this old man liked chicken legs so much.
After Xuan Zi finished the meat from the chicken leg, he tossed the bone directly on the ground. At that moment, there was a pile of chicken leg bones beside him, stained with grease, making the floor of the palace dirty.
Xu Jiawei felt that Xuan Zi was too sloppy, but considering Xuan Zi's strength, he chose not to say much.
He could only force himself to look away from the pile of chicken leg bones.
At this moment, Xuan Zi said calmly, "Xu Jiawei, I came to see you about the Fighting Soul Competition."
"The Fighting Soul Competition?" Xu Jiawei thought to himself, how dare you bring up the Fighting Soul Competition? If it weren't for your remarkable decision, Star Luo City's recent security wouldn't be in such chaos. However, as an emperor, he naturally couldn't voice his displeasure, so he said with a smile, "Master Xuan, what do you think?"
Xuan Zi, putting his hands behind his back, replied calmly, "Now that Shrek Academy has withdrawn from the competition, the task of battling the Sun Moon Imperial Soul Engineering Academy naturally falls to the Star Luo Empire!
My request to you is very simple: take on the Sun Moon!
I believe you are aware that the significance of the Soul Fighting Competition is immense. It concerns not only the glory of all parties but also the recognition of the Douluo Three Kingdoms by the Sun-Moon Empire and the strength of Shrek Academy!"
Xu Jiawei felt somewhat helpless. "Master Xuan, I understand this truth. I want the Star Luo team to defeat the Sun Moon Imperial Soul Engineering Academy! But achieving that isn't something I can simply wish into reality!"
Xuan Zi stated proudly, "That's alright! With my incredible wisdom, the Star Luo Team will win!
Once the Star Luo team faces the Sun Moon Imperial Soul Engineering Academy team, prioritize attacking one opponent on stage with all your strength. Remember, do not hold back!
Of course, while doing this, you must also ensure the referee focuses on protecting the Star Luo team members to prevent them from being attacked by any irrational individuals!"
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