Ye Wen hadn't intended to kill Mu En, so he had deliberately held back earlier. After all, if Mu En were to die, the entire Douluo Continent would descend into chaos, which wouldn't be conducive to Huo Yuer and the others' growth.
However, it was clear that Mu En didn't intend to let Ye Wen leave so easily.
"Trying to extract information?" Ye Wen gave Mu En a deep, penetrating look.
This old dragon, whose backbone had already been broken, didn't seem as righteous and noble as portrayed in the original narrative. Then again, as the strongest individual on the current Douluo Continent, how could he possess only strength without intelligence? Did everyone really think he was like Qian Renxue or Bibidong?
Ye Wen glanced down at Little Xue Nu nestled in his arms.
At this point, it was inevitable that he and his group would be thoroughly investigated—down to their last thread. Continuing to hide in Shrek City was no longer an option.
Ye Wen inwardly sighed. He had originally planned to stay in the shadows, watching the protagonist grow step by step under his guidance to become the strongest in the Douluo Continent. It seemed now that he would have to take a different path.
"I am Tian Xing Douluo, Ye Wen. No aliases, no disguises. You needn't investigate further—I'll tell you directly. I'm also a Limit Douluo. Are you satisfied with this answer?" Ye Wen said indifferently.
Mu En's kindly gaze abruptly tightened. Though he had anticipated it, he hadn't expected the man before him to admit it so straightforwardly.
And Tian Xing…
Wasn't this the mysterious yet powerful sect that Xuan Zi had mentioned recently? It seemed the matter Xuan Zi had worried about as a mere hypothetical had actually come to pass.
Mu En's brows furrowed slightly but quickly relaxed.
The emergence of another Limit Douluo would indeed significantly impact the current state of the Douluo Continent. However, for Shrek at this moment, it might not necessarily be a bad thing—it could even be an opportunity.
"So you're Tian Xing Douluo. I've heard much about you," Mu En flattered.
But soon, his true intentions began to surface. "We at Shrek deeply apologize for this incident. Besides the blow you dealt me earlier, Shrek is also willing to offer compensation and punish those behind this matter."
Both were cunning old foxes, and Ye Wen was well aware of the principle that unsolicited kindness often concealed ulterior motives. Thus, he responded indifferently.
"No need. I'll handle this matter myself and seek justice on my own terms. After all, I'm also a Supreme Douluo."
As he spoke, Ye Wen cast a meaningful glance at Mu En, causing the latter's expression to darken as he sensed just how troublesome Ye Wen truly was.
Though Mu En hadn't paid much attention to the Tian Xing Sect, as a competent leader of the Sea God Pavilion, he had thoroughly reviewed the materials Xuan Zi had provided.
His final judgment was that it was a reclusive sect with little ambition—a group of idle loafers who, despite having Titled Douluo, showed no interest in competition.
But the presence of Ye Wen alone made Mu En take the Tian Xing Sect far more seriously. After all, they now possessed a Supreme Douluo—not one like himself, teetering on the brink of death.
Shrek Academy desperately needed such a powerful figure at this time.
Earlier, Mu En had attempted to use certain tactics to lure the idle Ye Wen into Shrek Academy, leveraging its resources to turn him into an ally and enforcer.
After all, every person had desires, and Shrek Academy had the connections and influence to fulfill them.
Unfortunately, Ye Wen had blocked Mu En's schemes from the very beginning.
Mu En took a deep breath, silently reminding himself not to rush. Now that Ye Wen had revealed himself, he couldn't possibly remain as inconspicuous as before. Mu En still had many ways to secretly maneuver.
"In that case, I won't detain you any longer. Wishing you success in all your endeavors," Mu En said kindly.
As he turned to leave, Ye Wen suddenly called out to him.
"Is there something else?" Mu En asked.
Though his response appeared calm, his mind raced with thoughts, pondering how to respond to this unexpected request.
But Ye Wen had no intention of engaging in further banter. By now, he understood that staying in Shrek Academy was simply a waste of time.
The Douluo Continent had suffered under Shrek and the Sun Moon Empire for far too long.
It was time for a top-tier academy capable of standing toe-to-toe with them to emerge—
"Next year, I will establish an advanced soul master academy in the Heavenly Soul Empire. I hope people from Shrek will come to visit."
With that, Ye Wen turned and left, planning to gather his disciples and depart.
Mu En, who had been deep in thought, immediately darkened in expression as he stared fixedly at Ye Wen's retreating figure.
Trouble has arrived…
Mu En's mind raced with thoughts. At this stage in the Douluo Continent, soul-guiding tools had yet to fully develop. As a result, Supreme Douluo held an unparalleled status. Even the Sun Moon Empire, which had long suppressed the three original nations of the continent, had been forced to lie low because of Mu En.
However, if Ye Wen were to establish an advanced academy led by Supreme Douluo—and one not as frail as himself—even if the academy's foundation couldn't match Shrek's, it would undoubtedly disrupt the current "peaceful" state of the Douluo Continent.
"Tian Xing Douluo… Ye Wen.
I hope you don't bring ruin upon yourself. Though you are a Supreme Douluo, Shrek is not an institution that anyone can trifle with."
Seeing the pillar of their household standing there silently for a long time, coupled with his usual half-dead appearance, the elders present began to approach with concern.
Before they could voice their worries, Mu En spoke first. "Let's return. Call an elder council meeting—something major is about to happen."
The Sea God Pavilion's elder council meetings were not convened lightly unless it concerned matters of continental significance. The elders exchanged glances, saying nothing, but they already understood the gravity of the situation. One by one, they transformed into streaks of light and departed.
Since the commercial street where the battle had erupted was the same street Huo Yu'er and the others frequented, Huo Yu'er and Jiang Nannan quickly received the news, with Xiao Xiao following shortly after.
Upon seeing Ye Wen composed entirely of golden soul power, the three girls were initially startled, then respectfully bowed and greeted him. After all, their master was already a godlike being—no matter how extraordinary his actions, they were normal.
Ye Wen wasted no time and immediately explained the events that had transpired, along with his plans.
"You can no longer stay at Shrek. It won't be long before they uncover the connection between you and me. Coincidentally, I plan to establish a soul master academy for fun. Will you accompany me?"
The three girls exchanged glances and, without hesitation, agreed.
After all, Shrek wasn't a place that inspired endless attachment.
Moreover, none of them were fools. With a divine master like Ye Wen, why linger in a place that always made them feel uneasy?
Jiang Nannan and Xiao Xiao quickly went to pack their belongings.
After the two left, Huo Yu'er remained standing in place, her expression troubled. Finally, she knelt directly before Ye Wen and said:
"I'm sorry, Master."
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