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Su Yan felt a deep sense of anticipation as he thought about how God King Tang would react later. His own daughter had been appointed as the Dean of Shrek Academy, while the current Leader of the Tang Sect had chosen to become the apprentice of Bibi Dong.
If Tang San ever found out about this, his mind would completely break from the shock. The sheer irony of the situation was highly entertaining to think about.
Su Yan typed into the chat group. We just discussed how both Ning Fengzhi and Dugu Bo lost everything on their investments. Now, let us look at Tang Ya. Her choice actually brought her far greater returns than anything her ancestor, Tang San, ever offered.
Your new teacher is Bibi Dong. She is not just anyone; she is the Quasi-Rakshasa God, a powerful being who has a genuine chance to become a God King in the future.
Yanzi is not a Swallow quickly replied. Exactly!
Group Member No. 9 added. Oh no, she really struck gold this time.
Ma Xiaotao sent a message to the chat. Xiaoya, I told you a long time ago that becoming Bibi Dong's disciple was the right move. Now you can see just how incredible her influence truly is.
Red Dust Dream Dream Dream sighed in the chat. I am so envious of her luck right now.
Bai Chenxiang agreed immediately. Count me in on that.
Liu Erlong suddenly chimed in with a strange request. Old Woman, why don't you take me in as your apprentice too?
Bibi Dong stared at her screen, completely at a loss for words. She could not believe the audacity of the request. The idea of taking Liu Erlong as a disciple was absurd to her.
Bibi Dong typed back sharply. In your dreams, Liu Erlong. If I actually accepted you as my disciple, everyone would think the Blind Douluo learned everything from me.
I Am an Orphan joined the conversation. I don't think Tang Ya is just trying to learn from her. She is practically joining the Blind Douluo group. How can anyone look into Bibi Dong's eyes and still dare to ask her to be their master?
Bibi Dong replied with a warning. Orphan, you better watch your mouth and just wait until I find you.
I Am an Orphan did not seem bothered at all. I am waiting for you right now.
Hu Liena sent a simple message. Sigh.
Su Yan also sent a message. Sigh.
Call Me Her Majesty the Empress typed. Oh?
I Am a Little Bird added. Oh?
Yanzi is not a Swallow asked the group. Is all the idle gossip finally over?
Group Member No. 9 noted. Why do I suddenly feel like something is going wrong here?
Su Yan replied to the group. The general gossip is almost finished, but I have one final complaint to share. In reality, people say that Ning Fengzhi and Dugu Bo had terrible judgment, but their vision was not entirely bad. After all, they managed to spot the main protagonist of the era at first glance. The real issue was never with Ning Fengzhi or Dugu Bo.
The true problem was Tang San himself. He was incredibly selfish, deeply hypocritical, and lived by double standards. For instance, whenever Tang San hunted Spirit Beasts for his Spirit Rings, he claimed it was because those evil beasts deserved to die. However, whenever Spirit Hall hunted Spirit Beasts for Spirit Rings, he called it a cruel and unforgivable slaughter.
Su Yan continued writing his thoughts. Think about what happened after the great war between the two gods ended. Bibi Dong died, Spirit Hall was completely destroyed, and Ning Fengzhi sacrificed nearly everything for the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School. After giving so much, shouldn't he have received a massive reward for his loyalty?
Tang Yuehua responded. Supporting a rising emperor to the throne deserves the highest level of merit and honor.
Liu Erlong agreed completely. It should have been even more than that. Both the Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo sacrificed their lives for him during the war. On top of that, Ning Rongrong used her powers to bring him back to life at the very end. That level of kindness is something that can never truly be repaid.
I Am an Orphan asked. So, what happened next?
Su Yan typed out his next point. Tang San immediately gave a strict order to recall and destroy all the Hidden Weapons. He declared that no more Hidden Weapons would ever be produced for anyone because they harmed the natural harmony of heaven.
Can you understand how ridiculous that sounds? I also forgot to mention an important detail. The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School was a primary business partner of the Tang Sect. Since their clan members are almost entirely support-type Spirit Masters, they desperately needed those Hidden Weapons to protect themselves.
Liu Erlong was shocked. What in the world? Wouldn't Ning Fengzhi completely lose his mind after hearing that?
I Am an Orphan remarked. It went exactly as expected. Ning Fengzhi was incredibly smart throughout his entire life, but he made a terrible mistake this time. Tang San proved himself to be completely heartless.
Tang Yuehua expressed her disgust. It feels like Tang San is just a selfish scoundrel who never cared about anyone else. He only wanted to protect his pure and innocent image.
Group Member No. 9 replied. You don't even need to say it feels like it. The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School risked everything to fight Spirit Hall alongside him. Yet, after the victory, they received absolutely no rewards. Instead, they were hit with a massive setback.
Bo Saixi commented. Ning Fengzhi must have lived his later years in deep regret. He never should have formed an alliance with Tang San or risked his entire clan to fight Spirit Hall. With his abilities and Dugu Bo's skills, they would have been better off joining the Blind Douluo group.
Zhu Zhuyun disagreed. That is incorrect. Ning Fengzhi and Dugu Bo were not blind to the situation. It was simply Tang San who refused to play fair. Under normal circumstances, risking everything to support a winning faction would bring massive rewards, such as high titles or large territories.
Su Yan agreed with her point. Yes, Ning Fengzhi's choice made sense at the time. The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School played a critical role in the war. Ning Rongrong alone could boost the power of an entire army of ten thousand men. Based on their massive contributions, they should have been given a kingdom or vast lands.
Unfortunately, they had to deal with the hypocritical Tang San. Remember how Bibi Dong begged Tang San to spare Qian Renxue and Hu Liena, and Tang San claimed he did not have the authority to make that decision? From that alone, you can easily guess the tragic fate of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.
Su Yan continued. You have to realize that Tang San held the power of both the Asura God and the Sea God at that time. His strength had reached its absolute peak, and he commanded the allied forces of both empires. Major powers like the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School and the Clear Sky Sect followed his lead. Any normal leader would have secured great benefits for their loyal followers after defeating Spirit Hall.
Bibi Dong sent a message. Why do I suddenly find this incredibly funny?
I Am an Orphan wrote. It really is absurd. Even if Bibi Dong lost her mind and wanted to destroy the world, a victory for Spirit Hall would still mean rewards for the loyal sects and families serving under her.
Bibi Dong warned him again. Orphan, are you actively looking to get hurt?
Liu Erlong added. Now I understand completely. That hypocrite Tang San is far worse than the Old Woman even when she loses her sanity. Is that correct?
Tang Yuehua answered. Yes, exactly.
Zhu Zhuyun analyzed the situation. So Ning Fengzhi did not make a mistake in his strategy. Tang San was simply too cruel. The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School was already devastated after losing the Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo. Taking away their Hidden Weapons at that moment was no different from destroying them completely.
Zhu Zhuqing added her thoughts. There is truly no difference. Perhaps while Ning Rongrong was still around, her status as a god provided some protection. However, the moment she left the mortal world, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School would instantly drop to a second-rate power. The empire would surely take that chance to suppress them. The right thing to do would have been to grant them lands and official titles to secure their long-term survival.
Call Me Her Majesty the Empress complained. This is so annoying. I do not understand any of these complex matters. Can we please talk about simpler gossip next time?
At that exact moment, Ning Rongrong felt her anger rising to a boiling point. She finally understood the harsh reality. It made sense now why the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect could only be considered a second-rate force in this world. It was clear that they had to rely entirely on their own strength to survive.
Ning Rongrong asked in the chat. Yanzi, have you made it to Shrek Academy yet?
Yanzi is not a Swallow replied. We are arriving very soon.
Ning Rongrong pleaded. Please help me beat up that miserable Tang San when you get there. He is absolutely infuriating.
Group Member No. 9 teased her. Don't be so upset. Look on the bright side. After all, you are still the Vice Leader of Tang San's Tang Sect.
Bo Saixi remarked. It always has to be you saying things like that.
Liu Erlong agreed. Number Nine always knows exactly what to say.
Bibi Dong laughed quietly to herself as she read the messages. She found herself genuinely looking forward to meeting Number Nine one day, feeling very curious about her identity.
Outside the chat, Ning Rongrong pouted and spoke to her companions. Ye Lingling is always so quiet. When you walk with her, you constantly have to turn around just to make sure she hasn't vanished into thin air. It feels like she has no presence at all.
Jiang Nannan stopped walking and smiled warmly. We have finally arrived. Brother Su Yan, my mother will be so happy to see you.
Su Yan smiled back and nodded gently as he held her hand. Let us wait a moment before we head inside. We should buy a few gifts nearby first.
Tang Ya muttered quietly to herself, still trying to understand the situation. I still don't quite get what is happening between those two. Teacher, do you know?
Bibi Dong simply shook her head in response, remaining silent.
Wang Dong suddenly sent a message to the group chat. I arrived late because I was busy learning how to deal with manipulation, so I missed a lot of the discussion. Let me just say one thing to contribute: that pure and noble God King Tang is definitely a bad person.
Xiao Xiao is the Cutest added. He is completely heartless.
Dean Wang and Vice Dean Xiao Xiao of Shrek Academy had both joined the conversation late.
Group Member No. 9 asked them. Wait, what were you two doing that made you late?
I Am an Orphan observed. It feels like Cute Winter's secret identity is very close to being revealed.
Bo Saixi noted. We are almost there. We just need one more solid piece of evidence to know for sure.
Xiao Xiao is the Cutest asked. Who are you talking about?
Jiang Nannan questioned the group. Is it possible that Cute Winter is actually here at Shrek Academy right now?
Group Member No. 9 responded confidently. Without a doubt.
I Am an Orphan suggested a plan to Ma Xiaotao. Ma Xiaotao, you should take some time later to check every single person who arrived at Shrek Academy today. If you cross-reference them, you will easily uncover Cute Winter's true identity.
Ma Xiaotao replied with confusion. Huh?
Dark Avenger sent the final message. There are simply too many people gathered here today.