Chapter 59: That's Too Much

Chapter 59: That's Too Much

"That's just too much! That Shrek Academy has gone too far, actually cultivating a Fallen Soul Master, and such a disgusting one at that!"

Ning Rongrong, sitting in the carriage, was indignant on behalf of the wronged.

Tang San, Xiao Wu, and Zhu Zhuqing, who had been invited to join the carriage due to their shared destination, furrowed their brows upon hearing Ning Rongrong's description.

"It's outrageous! I say we shouldn't just burn him to death; that's too good for him! We should cut off his five legs, rip out his tongue, disable his martial soul, and throw him in front of the girls he's wronged. After they've vented their anger, we'll tie him up and parade him through Soto City in a cage for everyone to shame!" Xiao Wu suggested, her eyes flashing with anger.

At the mention of Xiao Wu's punishment, Tang San's temples twitched involuntarily, and he quickly grabbed her hand to stop her from continuing.

With the presence of the Crown Prince of Heaven Dou, the master of the Heaven Martial Kingdom, and a Titled Douluo in the carriage, it was best to maintain a low profile and not be too outrageous.

However, it was clear that Xiao Wu had found a like-minded companion in Ning Rongrong—the unrestrained big sister of Nuoding City and the infamous little witch of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School. The two seemed to have a lot in common when it came to mischievous ideas.

"Your plan is too naive. It's obvious that the Fallen Soul Master is being carefully cultivated by Shrek Academy. If you hang him out now and people find out he's a student of Shrek, won't it tarnish the academy's reputation? And what if they seek revenge afterward? I say the only sure way to deal with him is to brand him as a student of Shrek Academy. That way, they won't be able to disassociate themselves from him, and they'll definitely come to rescue him. We can then frame them for a crime and throw them all in jail, eliminating any potential risks." Ning Rongrong eagerly refined Xiao Wu's bad idea.

Xiao Wu's eyes lit up as she considered Ning Rongrong's suggestion. "You've got quite the imagination, Ning Rongrong. I like it!"

However, she soon frowned as another concern crossed her mind. "But won't we be attracting a lot of hatred by parading a Fallen Soul Master like that? There are so many of them on the continent."

Xiao Wu didn't want to be seen as inferior, and she was trying to find flaws in Ning Rongrong's plan.

Ning Rongrong gave her a disdainful look. "Do you even understand the ways of the world? Fallen Soul Masters are not all created equal. Even among their ranks, there are 'heroes' and despicable scum. That guy with the evil fire affecting his martial soul is the lowest of the low, like a criminal among criminals. Rapists are the most despised by other criminals."

Xiao Wu nodded, only partially understanding, and just as she was about to speak again, Tang San pulled her back, signaling for her to stop.

"Ahem, may I ask how we should address you three?" Tang San asked cautiously, his eyes shifting to the three who had invited them into the carriage.

Zhu Zhuqing also turned her gaze to the trio, especially the woman who exuded a familiar aura that filled her with dread.

Ning Rongrong was about to provide an explanation, but then she realized that she had already introduced the three of them to the others. So Tang San must be asking about their positions in the Heaven Martial College. Even she didn't know much about that.

Upon hearing Tang San's question, Xue Qinghe glanced at him again, "Of the four of you who boarded the carriage, you're the most level-headed. You know what's important."

"At Heaven Martial College, you can call me the Vice Dean. After all, this is his territory, and he is the Dean," Xue Qinghe said, nudging Wang Si's shoulder.

"I'm the college advisor, responsible for dealing with troubles that come from outside the college," Zhu Ming explained.

"Rongrong is here to have some fun. She can play around near Heaven Martial College. If she wants to enter the college or return to Heaven Dou City, just let us know," Wang Si said, looking at the four of them, specifically the three, including Zhu Zhuqing. "Are you three planning to join Heaven Martial College? I'm the Dean, and I can waive your tuition and fees and also give you free access to the Morphing Martial Soul Training Field once a week."

"I'm from the Star Luo Empire's Zhu family, and my martial soul is the Ghost Cat. Will you cultivate me as a core student?" Zhu Zhuqing asked, her eyes fixed on Xue Qinghe, hoping she wouldn't let her down.

When Zhu Zhuqing saw Dai Mubai, who was three years older than her and a Three-Ringed Soul Emperor, being severely injured and nearly killed by Tang San, who was younger and only a Soul Master, she knew that she shouldn't have any expectations of him.

Since she couldn't rely on Dai Mubai, she had to find another solution, such as seeking protection from someone else.

If she could get close to the Crown Prince of Heaven Dou and he was willing to help her, the assassination attempts from her sister would be no problem at all.

Zhu Ming, feeling the weight of Zhu Zhuqing's gaze, lazily nodded his head without even bothering to lift his eyelids.

"As long as you don't return to the Star Luo Empire, as long as you don't go looking for Dai Mubai, and as long as you stay at the Heaven Dou Imperial Academy, I can protect you," he said. "But if you ever change your mind, want to go back to the Star Luo Empire, or decide to seek out that Soul Master with the Evil Eye White Tiger martial soul, then I'm sorry."

He only said 'I'm sorry', without elaborating on what would happen if Zhu Zhuqing betrayed the Heaven Dou Imperial Academy.

Although she didn't understand why this senior seemed so well-informed about the internal affairs of the Star Luo Empire, Zhu Zhuqing was relieved to hear her response.

"Thank you, Senior. I will definitely not leave the Heaven Dou Imperial Academy in the future," she said.

Zhu Zhuqing's original plan had been to join the Heaven Dou Imperial Academy first and then demonstrate her value to them. She had intended to reveal her identity once she had gained access to the upper echelons of the academy.

Now, however, having met the Dean and advisor of the academy, she felt that it would be better to be honest about her identity right away, rather than risk getting into trouble and having to confess later.

But she hadn't expected to encounter someone so well-informed about the inner workings of the Star Luo Empire. Since this senior dared to offer her protection, Zhu Zhuqing felt reassured.

As for the possibility of being handed over to the Star Luo Empire, Zhu Zhuqing reasoned that if they had wanted to, they could have captured her as soon as she arrived in the Heaven Dou Empire.

She believed that her life was worth more than a mere Soul Douluo going back on their word.

After confirming Zhu Zhuqing's enrollment, Wang Si turned his attention to Tang San and Xiao Wu.

"What about you two? Are you planning to join our Heaven Dou Imperial Academy?"

Xiao Wu was eager to join, but Tang San held tightly onto her hand.

Xiao Wu, displeased by this, yanked her hand free.

"Little San, don't you understand what kind of place Shrek is by now? Not only are they dirt poor, but they also cultivate such disgusting people! If you want to go, then go by yourself. If you dare to go to that kind of place, I'll sever ties with you!"

Xiao Wu could tolerate the fact that Shrek Academy was poor, but she drew the line at them cultivating such despicable individuals!

This was the first time Xiao Wu had ever defied Tang San, leaving him at a loss for what to do or say.

"Xiao Wu, that's not what I meant," he said, flustered. "Of course, we can join the Heaven Dou Imperial Academy together. But my teacher said he would come here too, and he'll definitely be waiting for me at Shrek Academy.

I can't let him enter a place like Shrek, so I have to wait for him and pull him out of that fire pit. I hope you can understand."

Xiao Wu huffed, indicating that she was only slightly appeased.

After managing to convince Xiao Wu, Tang San turned to Wang Si and Xue Qinghe with an apologetic expression.

"If possible, I'd like to postpone my enrollment by two days," he said. "I want to wait for my teacher to arrive in Soto City. He's the number one theorist on the continent, Yu Xiaogang. I'm sure you've heard of him?"

Upon hearing this name, everyone in the carriage, except for Tang San and Xiao Wu, wore strange expressions on their faces.

Tang San, mistaking their reactions for shock at his teacher's fame, coughed modestly.

"I can try to convince him to join the Heaven Dou Imperial Academy," he continued. "I've heard that your academy was established not long ago, and my teacher's theories are incredibly powerful. If he joins your academy, it will definitely boost your academy's strength tremendously."

At these words, Zhu Zhuqing's expression became even more peculiar, and she shot Tang San a disdainful glance.

Ning Rongrong, on the other hand, smiled slyly, her eyes narrowing. Those who knew her well would understand that this meant she was about to cause some mischief.

The atmosphere in the carriage quickly turned odd, with Tang San sensing that everyone was somehow mocking him, though he couldn't understand why.

"That number one theorist, huh? I'd certainly like to meet him if I can," Wang Si said. "Our Heaven Dou Imperial Academy does need such 'talents' to join us. This is an official admission letter from our academy, stamped with my seal.

After the academy officially opens, it will be under closed management, so it won't be easy to get in. Remember to give this admission letter to the gatekeeper when the time comes, or else you'll be stuck outside no matter how much you plead."

Wang Si retrieved a beautifully crafted admission letter from his soul guide and handed it to Tang San.

Tang San took the letter, astonished by the exquisite craftsmanship...

(End of Chapter)

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