Chapter 304: Elder Xuan, You Will Regret This
Beibei listened to the murmurs around them, his expression calm.
When the Sun Moon Continent collided with the Douluo Continent, the Sun Moon Empire waged war across the land. Tang Sect's hidden weapons were utterly crushed by Soul Tools, leading to its decline.
Over 4,000 years of history, Tang Sect had almost been wiped out.
As a result, most Sun Moon citizens didn't care about Tang Sect's existence.
After all, why would they remember a loser?
But starting today, things would be different.
The Tang Sect team under his command was made up entirely of Shrek Academy students.
It was common knowledge that Shrek Academy had the strongest students in the Douluo Continent.
Because of this, Beibei firmly believed that they had a high chance of winning the championship.
The Sun Moon Royal Soul Engineering Academy might be unrivaled in Soul Tool technology, but when it came to Soul Masters, they still lagged behind Shrek Academy.
"From the first match onward, we will forge Tang Sect's path to the championship."
"If I win, I will definitely attract attention."
"The ones who took Xiaoya will be forced to show themselves."
"Through them, I might finally find her."
"Just wait for me, Xiaoya. We'll be together soon."
For him, Tang Sect's glory and Shrek's honor meant nothing compared to Tang Ya.
With her identity, it was unlikely that her captors would have killed her she was far more valuable alive than dead.
Eastern Outskirts of Mingdu – Tournament Grounds
The teams arrived at the tournament venue in the eastern outskirts of Mingdu, awaiting the competition's start.
Clouds Overhead
Elder Xuan lifted his gaze, watching Shrek Academy's team and Tang Sect's team below.
With a smile, he said, "Mei'er, I'll be heading out for a bit."
"Tell Elder Song that I'm interested in Mingdu's fine wine and roasted chicken."
"I plan to buy some to satisfy my cravings."
"After all, my Martial Soul is special. If I don't eat well, I'll feel terrible."
"Once I've eaten my fill, I'll return to properly protect the students."
"With you all watching over them, nothing should go wrong if I'm away for a short while."
Cai Mei'er's expression darkened in suspicion.
She wasn't foolish she immediately sensed something was off.
"Elder Xuan, what exactly are you planning?"
"According to Elder Mu's instructions, we are all to follow Elder Song's command."
"No one is allowed to act on their own!"
"If something is wrong, speak directly to Elder Song."
Her tone was harsh.
The deaths of the Soul Tool division's exchange students still weighed heavily on her heart.
Even though she wasn't from the Soul Tool division, she had fully supported Elder Mu's decision.
Training talented Soul Engineers was already difficult, and losing so many at once had been a major blow to Shrek Academy.
At this moment, Elder Song and Xian Lin'er were hidden within the crowd below, ready to protect the students.
The elders refused to let another tragedy occur they would ensure the students' safety at all costs.
Elder Xuan sighed, looking at Cai Mei'er with a helpless expression.
He knew Elder Mu was wary of him otherwise, as Shrek Academy's second strongest, he should have been given command of the escort team.
His voice turned serious, "Mei'er, think of the bigger picture."
"I promise you, what I'm about to do is for Shrek Academy's own good."
"I admit I've made mistakes."
"But the more mistakes I make, the more I want to atone for them."
"And how can I atone?"
"By contributing to the Academy."
"Elder Mu always hoped I'd reach the Limit Douluo level."
"But that's beyond me."
"I've been stuck at Rank 98 for years I doubt I'll ever reach Rank 99."
"I've disappointed Elder Mu."
"So, for Shrek Academy's thousand year legacy, I must act."
"I will eliminate any teams that could prevent Shrek Academy or Tang Sect from winning the championship."
He had no particular attachment to Tang Sect.
After all, its golden era was long past.
But after some thought, he agreed with Elder Mu's decision.
Tang Sect's team was entirely made up of Shrek students.
To outsiders, Tang Sect and Shrek Academy were clearly connected.
Even if Shrek's official team failed, Tang Sect winning would still allow Shrek to uphold its thousand year glory.
Cai Mei'er glared at him, her expression growing colder.
"Elder Xuan, don't make a mistake you'll regret."
"If you do this, you won't be able to explain yourself to Elder Mu when we return."
"Wait for Elder Song and follow his command!"
Elder Xuan shook his head.
"Mei'er, I'm sorry."
"For the Academy's legacy, I have to do this."
"I cannot listen to you."
Cai Mei'er's gaze hardened.
"Elder Xuan, you will regret this!"
Elder Xuan stood firm, his voice unwavering.
"Mei'er, I am the strongest among the elders present!"
Tournament Grounds – A Commanding Voice
Suddenly, a booming voice filled the air
"Silence!"
The sheer pressure in the voice shook the entire crowd.
Even the loudest spectators found themselves choked into silence.
Not a single sound could be heard.
Even Elder Xuan felt the immense pressure, and his pupils shrank in shock.
His gaze immediately shifted downward to the VIP stands.
There, he saw an all too familiar figure.
His heart skipped a beat.
"Long Xiaoyao?!"
"He's still alive?!"
"Why would he show up now?"
"Is he… protecting the Sun Moon Empire?"
"That can't be right!"
As someone well acquainted with Elder Mu, Elder Xuan had met Long Xiaoyao in his youth.
The Dragon God Douluo and Dragon Emperor Douluo had once been close friends, their legendary bond known across the continent until they ultimately parted ways.
If not for their diverging paths, their friendship would have become a celebrated tale across the land.
In that moment, Elder Xuan also noticed Prince Xu Tianran, standing beside a Sound Amplifying Soul Tool, delivering a speech.
He welcomed the teams and officially announced the start of the Continental Advanced Youth Soul Master Tournament.
Then Long Xiaoyao vanished.
The suffocating atmosphere eased, and the Sun Moon citizens finally found their voices again.
They whispered among themselves, speculating about the mysterious old man's identity.
Elder Xuan's expression darkened.
"This is troublesome…"
"Long Xiaoyao is here. I'm no match for him."
Cai Mei'er turned to him.
"So, Elder Xuan…"
"Are you ready to abandon that ridiculous plan?"
Elder Xuan's response was resolute.
"No."
"I'll just change locations."
"If I can't act here, I'll strike at Mingyue Hotel instead."
"There's no way Long Xiaoyao would waste his time watching over a mere hotel."
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