Huo Rui nodded in understanding, not finding Ye Wen's vengeful nature objectionable. On the contrary, it was precisely this kind of personality that allowed one to survive long in the soul world.
Those who came from humble origins and were naive had long been exploited and devoured by others.
Crack crack—
Suddenly, Huo Rui clenched her hands until they cracked audibly, her face filled with hostility as she said:
"Why go through all that trouble? I'll follow them and find an opportunity to take care of that Tang San.
A mere Soul Elder and his useless Soul Grandmaster teacher—I can suppress them with one hand."
Though Huo Rui's five senses were exceptionally sharp due to her innate martial soul, Ye Wen had deliberately lowered his voice earlier.
Thus, Huo Rui hadn't overheard Ye Wen's whispered conversation with Dugu Bo and remained unaware of the terrifying forces backing Shrek Academy.
Ye Wen's expression immediately changed, and he hurriedly stopped Huo Rui, saying:
"Grandma, please don't act rashly. I know Tang San and that Great Soul Master Yu Xiaogang are nothing to you. Even if all the other teachers from Shrek attacked together, you could easily kill them. But behind them stand Title Douluos. I don't want you to get entangled with a Title Douluo."
Huo Rui froze mid-motion. While she could briefly match a Title Douluo at full strength, that didn't mean she wanted to recklessly provoke one. After all, not every Title Douluo was like Dugu Bo, whom she happened to counter effectively.
Once again feeling powerless to protect her family, Huo Rui felt irritated and muttered softly:
"Which Title Douluo is it?"
Huo Rui had already made up her mind. If it was a newly promoted power-type Title Douluo or a control-type Douluo like Dugu Bo who lacked defense, she would seek justice for her family regardless of the disparity in strength.
Ye Wen's expression turned somewhat helpless. He hadn't expected Huo Rui's stubborn streak to be so strong.
But to prevent her from acting impulsively, as she had when confronting Dugu Bo, he continued:
"Grandma, that Great Soul Master Yu Xiaogang may seem useless, but his father is Yu Yuanzhen, the Thunderclap Douluo and leader of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect.
Although Yu Xiaogang was expelled from the sect years ago, he's still a direct descendant. If you were to harm him, the Thunderclap Douluo wouldn't hesitate to retaliate.
For the sake of our lives and peaceful existence, it's best if you don't act rashly."
Huo Rui tightened her fists, her expression frustrated. The 95th-level Thunderclap Douluo truly wasn't someone she could afford to provoke.
At this moment, Ye Wen, like a parent soothing a child, gently patted Huo Rui's shoulder and whispered:
"Grandma, don't be upset. I've prepared a special gift for you.
After the apprentice ceremony concludes, I'll return home and give it to you. With it, you'll surely break through to become a Title Douluo in the future, and we won't have to live under anyone else's shadow."
Though Huo Rui sensed something amiss and suspected Ye Wen was deceiving her—after all, breaking through to become a Title Douluo wasn't so simple—his concern touched her deeply, and her expression softened.
"Forget about gifts. As long as you're safe, Grandma is happy.
And Xiao Wen, remember this: though I'm not invincible, no one can bully you without consequences.
If anything happens, be sure to tell Grandma."
Listening to Huo Rui's earnest words and recalling how she had fought Dugu Bo with everything she had, Ye Wen felt an overwhelming warmth in his heart.
This was the family he could trust with his life.
At this moment, the previously silent Huo Yu'er gently took Ye Wen's hand, pressing her palm against his, and softly said:
"And me, Ah Wen. We're husband and wife. Whatever happens, we face it together.
So next time, consult with me before making decisions. Don't act on your own like before."
Ye Wen felt an immense sense of security. Though no words were exchanged, he nodded gently. The journey back was silent yet filled with warmth.
The three returned to the garden.
At this moment, Dugu Bo's expression was sour. Originally, he had followed Prince Xue Xing's request to pass the time, only to stumble upon a major issue.
If not for Ye Wen's warnings, being overly arrogant might have brought him unimaginable trouble.
Damn Xue Xing for causing trouble! Dugu Bo cursed inwardly.
Seeing Ye Wen return slightly improved Dugu Bo's mood.
After some more idle chatter, night finally fell. Under Dugu Bo's guidance, the group of four arrived at the most luxurious hotel in Tian Dou. This was also where Ye Wen's apprentice ceremony was being held.
Since the ceremony hadn't officially begun, the influential figures had yet to arrive.
However, some nobles were already eyeing Ye Wen greedily.
Unlike the venomous Dugu Bo, Ye Wen's reputation was exceptionally good. Coupled with his handsome appearance and the rumors of his formidable cultivation, he was seen as a promising candidate to become a Title Douluo.
Even if he couldn't reach that level, breaking through to a Soul Douluo was almost guaranteed. Add to that the wealth from his pharmacy, and he was the perfect top-tier eligible bachelor!
Some noble daughters wanted to approach Ye Wen, but seeing Huo Yu'er's icy yet breathtaking beauty left them too intimidated to step forward.
The presence of this golden couple only made Ye Wen and Huo Yu'er shine even brighter.
As time passed, more and more influential figures arrived.
Barons were just the baseline; even some dukes from smaller principalities showed up to join the festivities. But these weren't the heaviest hitters. The true heavyweights were the top three sects.
The Hao Tian Sect, located far away in Star Luo, naturally didn't attend.
Instead, the other two top sects—the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect and the Seven Treasures Glazed Pagoda Sect—arrived.
Thunderclap Douluo Yu Yuanzhen placed his gift down silently, his stern face betraying no emotion as he sat in his designated seat.
Several nobles attempted to approach him, but sensing his overwhelming aura, they quickly backed off. Such was the imposing presence of a top-tier True Dragon martial soul-wielding Title Douluo.
Next to arrive was Ning Fengzhi, the leader of the Seven Treasures Glazed Pagoda Sect, accompanied by his ever-present bodyguards, Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo.
Though Sword Douluo Chen Xin wasn't much of a talker, his presence wasn't as intimidating as Yu Yuan Zhen's. Meanwhile, Ning Fengzhi and Bone Douluo Gu Rong were famous for their affable personalities, effortlessly mingling with everyone.
Though the banquet hadn't officially started, Ning Fengzhi's arrival gradually enlivened the atmosphere.
Soon, however, all conversations paused as everyone turned their astonished gazes toward the entrance of the hall.
Ning Fengzhi's eyes lowered, as if hiding his thoughts, and he murmured softly: "How rare... Someone who never leaves the palace has actually come to join in the fun."
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