"Th-This..."
The members of Shrek Academy were completely stunned.
They had indeed received resources that Qin Ming had "gifted" them, but they had never imagined those resources were connected to the imperial family.
Flanders had just taken the moral high ground moments ago. If they refused to take responsibility now, wouldn't they become the target of criticism?
But this was a matter of life and death. How could anyone make such a decision on impulse?
Seeing that no one moved, Xue Xing sneered.
"Heh. As expected, birds of a feather flock together."
"Every one of you likes to portray yourselves as saints, yet you're nothing more than scum engaged in dirty dealings."
"I can't be bothered wasting time on trash like you. Jump into the pool outside, then roll your way down the mountain. Do that, and I'll let you go."
As the doors of the Education Committee Hall opened, a foul stench drifted in from outside.
Looking over, they saw a cesspit sitting right before the entrance.
Making them jump into a cesspit was nothing short of humiliation.
"A scholar may be killed, but not humiliated!"
Murderous intent flashed across Tang San's face. If Xue Xing's status had not been so special, he would have attacked on the spot.
Perhaps because he felt guilty over Qin Ming's death, Flanders stood there in a daze, having completely lost the pride he displayed earlier.
Blood vessels bulged in Grandmaster's eyes as he panted heavily and shouted,
"Your Highness, aren't you afraid of retaliation for going this far?"
"What a joke!"
Xue Xing sneered repeatedly.
"Everything I do is for the Empire. If someone seeks revenge against me because of that, I would have no regrets even if I died for my country."
"Unlike all of you, who speak lofty words while engaging in disgraceful behavior."
As a prince of the imperial family, he represented the Empire's dignity. Anyone who retaliated against him would provoke the wrath of the imperial family.
In truth, Xue Xing was little more than a marginal figure within the royal family. If such an incident actually earned him that level of attention, he would gladly welcome it.
Seeing that the Shrek group still refused to move, Xue Xing impatiently waved his hand, signaling for the person hidden in the shadows to appear.
The dean and vice dean of Shrek Academy were both high-level Spirit Sages.
Without a Titled Douluo protecting him from the shadows, Xue Xing genuinely feared they might lash out violently.
Earlier, every detail about the Shrek group had been observed by Dugu Bo.
Especially Xiao Wu.
To him, she stood out like a brightly highlighted beacon. It was impossible not to notice her.
However, he chose not to expose it.
The significance of a one-hundred-thousand-year Spirit Beast taking human form was enormous. Once revealed, it would inevitably cause chaos.
Besides, he was the first to discover it. There was no reason to hand such an opportunity to someone else.
Meanwhile, in the Heaven Dou Battle Team's training hall.
Dugu Yan's strength continued to rise steadily, while the anxious Yu Tianheng still had not managed to break through to Spirit Ancestor level.
Yu Feng and several of the others who had once followed him had gradually shifted their allegiance to Dugu Yan.
Without the influence he once enjoyed, Yu Tianheng had become increasingly isolated from his teammates during training.
Of course, the distance was mutual, his teammates had deliberately begun drawing a line between themselves and him.
Earlier, he had learned from other students that Shrek Academy had arrived.
He immediately became nervous.
The fate that had befallen Qin Ming remained fresh in his memory. Would Xue Xing really let them off so easily?
Whether it was because he wanted to join Shrek Academy or because of concern for his second uncle, he did not dare waste a moment and immediately rushed toward the Education Committee Hall.
Under Dugu Bo's oppressive pressure, Grandmaster lost all of his earlier arrogance. His attitude became humble and ingratiating.
He urgently urged,
"Flanders, do you want to get the children killed? Hurry up and jump!"
Deep down, Flanders still possessed his pride.
After spending so many years as the unquestioned leader in Soto City, how could he willingly submit to others?
Dugu Bo smiled playfully.
"What? Have you lost the use of your legs? Do you need me to help you?"
Because of Qin Ming's actions, Dugu Yan had suffered humiliation at the hands of the Shrek Seven Devils.
Dugu Bo was not some kind-hearted saint. Holding grudges and repaying them in full was far closer to his true nature.
Ma Hongjun was the first to crack under the pressure.
Under Dugu Bo's cold gaze, he pinched his nose shut, tightly closed his mouth, and leaped into the cesspit, sinking until his entire body was submerged.
Xue Xing was extremely satisfied.
"Since your attitude is sincere, you don't need to roll. Just walk down the mountain."
How could Ma Hongjun dare hesitate?
Covering his face, he immediately ran down the mountain.
Once the first person yielded, others quickly followed. Such was the nature of herd mentality.
Oscar had never possessed much pride to begin with and wisely jumped into the pit as well.
Flanders seemed like a deflated balloon, having completely lost the spirit he once carried.
To protect the children, he had no choice but to lower his proud head.
Grandmaster, however, thought highly of himself and relied heavily on his background. The thought of jumping into the cesspit never even crossed his mind.
At that moment, Yu Tianheng arrived at a run.
Taking in the scene before him, he angrily demanded,
"Prince Xue Xing, why are you pushing things this far?!"
Dugu Bo turned his head and shot him a glance.
Yu Tianheng immediately fell silent and lowered his head guiltily.
Xue Xing sneered.
"Yu Tianheng, remember your place! You've been enjoying the academy's resources all this time. What, are you planning to follow Qin Ming's example and side with outsiders?"
"Speaking of which, Qin Ming was at least a former student of Shrek Academy. What exactly are you supposed to be?"
"And you, old Grandmaster. If your legs aren't working properly, would you like me to have someone carry you into the pool?"
Seeing that Yu Xiaogang was about to be humiliated, Yu Tianheng deliberately avoided Dugu Bo's gaze and shouted,
"Prince Xue Xing, Yu Xiaogang is my second uncle, my grandfather's own son. Aren't you afraid of retaliation from our family for humiliating him like this?"
Hearing those words, Yu Xiaogang's confidence immediately returned.
Placing his hands behind his back, he raised his head proudly.
"Prince Xue Xing, I will remember today's humiliation."
"If you do not kneel and kowtow three times, then prepare yourself for the wrath of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan!"
Normally, he rarely identified himself as a member of the clan. He feared bringing shame upon the family and becoming the subject of ridicule.
But whenever he invoked the clan's name at critical moments and saw others bowing and scraping before him, he always felt a sense of satisfaction.
What he failed to realize was that his reputation had been ruined many years ago.
Most of the older residents of Heaven Dou City were already very familiar with his story.
"Pfft—"
Prince Xue Xing burst out laughing.
"Isn't this that useless Yu Xiaogang from back then, the one born with only half-level innate Spirit Power? What is it? After all these years, are you planning to give the people of Heaven Dou City another taste of Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan 'shock and awe'?"
"You—!"
Yu Xiaogang was furious and wanted to argue back.
But when he saw the mocking looks in the soldiers' eyes, his wounded pride forced him to lower his head, unable to meet their gazes.
"Enough. This farce ends here."
As soon as he finished speaking, Dugu Bo casually waved his hand. A surge of Spirit Power lifted Yu Xiaogang into the air and threw him straight into the cesspool.
The attack came so suddenly that Yu Xiaogang had no chance to prepare himself. Filth poured into his body like a flood breaking through a dam.
Yu Tianheng's expression changed dramatically. He wanted to protest, but after seeing the vicious look in Dugu Bo's eyes, the words stuck in his throat and he swallowed them back down.
As the commotion grew larger and larger, teachers and students from Heaven Dou Royal Academy began gathering to watch.
The Shrek group did not dare remain any longer. Following Prince Xue Xing's orders, they curled their bodies into balls and rolled down the mountainside.
Yu Tianheng's chest heaved violently.
He immediately tore the team badge from his chest and smashed it onto the ground.
"From this day forward, I, Yu Tianheng, sever all ties with Heaven Dou Royal Academy!"
"I arrived here with nothing, and I will leave with nothing!"
Xue Xing sneered.
"The academy invested enormous resources into you, yet you're willing to turn your back on it because of outsiders."
"You truly are an ungrateful wretch."
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