Chapter 853: Chapter 204 What Are You?_1
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"Indeed."
Zhong Liwu nodded, not saying anything more.
His gaze fixed tightly on the distance.
Soon enough, a black shadow darted into his view, arriving in front of him the next moment.
It was an old man in a black robe with exceptionally long eyebrows.
He exuded an aura of authority without anger, a single glance causing others to involuntarily avert their eyes.
He stood there, as if he merged with the heaven and earth, possessing no particularly powerful aura, yet instilling an irresistible feeling in people's hearts.
He was Long Xiaoyao.
A super-powerful existence of Level 99 within the Holy Spirit Cult.
Across the whole Soul Land, he was a top-notch entity.
"Is this the strength of a Title Douluo of Level 99? I'm really envious. If I could reach such a realm in this lifetime, even if I died immediately afterward, it would all be worth it."
A look of admiration flashed across the downcast eyes of Crow Douluo.
To hear the Dao in the morning and die in the evening would be enough.
He felt that experiencing the realm of Level 99, even at the cost of death, would be worth it.
"Greetings to the Great Priest upon his arrival!"
Zhong Liwu clasped his hands and bowed slightly.
At this moment, even as the Sect Hierarch of the Holy Spirit Cult, he showed his respect for Long Xiaoyao.
"Enough, no need for such formalities."
Long Xiaoyao waved his hand impatiently, "Tell me the current situation. Can we launch an attack on Shrek City immediately?"
"According to our observations and the information from the spies we've planted inside, Shrek Academy has not received reinforcements from other forces; it's still the people from the Hao Tian Clan."
At this, Zhong Liwu felt some anger, "If it weren't for the help from Hao Tian Clan, I would have breached Shrek City long ago. That new Dean of Shrek Academy, Yan Shaozhe, I would've skinned him and made him into a specimen."
The first part was fine, but when Long Xiaoyao heard the rest, he immediately frowned.
Is this something a person would say?
I came here with good intentions to help him, and he actually wants to turn my son into a specimen?
Bang!
In an instant, Long Xiaoyao kicked out, his attack sharp and from a tricky angle, striking right in Zhong Liwu's abdomen.
Ah...
Taken by surprise, Zhong Liwu let out a strange cry as he was sent flying.
Long Xiaoyao had used about eighty to ninety percent of his strength in that kick, and only after crashing through more than a dozen trees thick enough to require three people to encircle them, did Zhong Liwu heavily fall to the ground.
"Sect Hierarch!"
Feng Ling was the first to react, immediately teleporting to Zhong Liwu's side.
"Great Priest, what is the meaning of this?"
At this moment, Feng Ling could not care less about Long Xiaoyao's status.
The sudden attack on Zhong Liwu caused her great distress.
"Huff, huff."
After a series of rapid breaths, Zhong Liwu finally caught his breath.
But the rush of blood made his face still as red as ever.
He couldn't care less about decorum.
He questioned Long Xiaoyao just the same.
"Have you gone mad, Long Xiaoyao? Why attack me out of the blue?" he said through gritted teeth.
The only one who could remain calm was Crow Douluo.
He dared not provoke either side.
He could only try to be invisible.
And in his heart, he kept muttering.
They can't see me, they can't see me.
"That kick was to teach you a lesson, to give you a heads-up. Everyone at Shrek Academy can die, but Yan Shaozhe cannot."
"If you dare touch a single hair on him, I will make sure you have no grave to be buried in," said Long Xiaoyao, his voice icy cold, quickly spreading across the field.
But these words brought great shock to all three.
What's going on here?
Long Xiaoyao wants to protect Yan Shaozhe?
Zhong Liwu, Feng Ling, and the Crow Douluo who enjoyed watching the commotion from the sidelines all wore looks of shock.
This didn't make sense.
It was utterly illogical.
They truly could not fathom why Long Xiaoyao would want to protect Yan Shaozhe.
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"Why would you do this?"
Zhong Liwu spoke in a heavy tone, "That Yan Shaozhe is the leader of Shrek Academy, I presume the Great Priest knew this before arriving.
Moreover, this person has respectable talent and a high cultivation level, having once been a disciple of the Dragon God Douluo and greatly valued by him, there is a good chance he can reach the level of a Title Douluo of level 98 or 99 in the future..."
Upon hearing these words, the corners of Long Xiaoyao's mouth couldn't help but rise slightly.
He thought to himself, worthy of being my son with Xishui, truly outstanding.
Being able to become a powerhouse of level 98 or 99 was already considered the peak on this continent.
And.
He had already had some plans.
If Yan Shaozhe could truly reach level 98, then, as his father, what if I supported him with all my might as a father?
Even if it meant sacrificing his life, he would find a way to help Yan Shaozhe reach the cultivation level of 99.
By then, who on Soul Land would be able to oppose him?
However.
The next sentence from Zhong Liwu made his mood turn heavy again.
"No matter what, we cannot let Yan Shaozhe go. If such a person does not die, my heart will not be at ease."
Zhong Liwu's voice rang out firmly.
Very resolute.
Are you freakin' single-minded? Long Xiaoyao's eyebrows furrowed.
At that moment, he suddenly felt the urge to kill Zhong Liwu.
Along with the change in his mood, the temperature in the room dropped suddenly.
As if transitioning from the height of summer to the depths of winter in an instant.
Everyone's breath turned visible.
"Great Priest, please calm down!"
Feng Ling knew something was wrong as she saw this.
She could feel the intense killing intent emanating from Long Xiaoyao.
It was terrifying.
Although there was only a small level difference between their cultivations.
She felt as if she were a child facing an adult.
She couldn't muster any will to resist in her heart.
But she also knew she could not remain silent, could not retreat.
She had to find a way to prevent this conflict.
Otherwise.
The Holy Spirit Cult might suffer severe losses without even harming the enemy.
"Yes, yes."
Crow Douluo also put aside his attitude of watching the excitement.
He originally didn't want to get involved.
But he couldn't just watch Zhong Liwu and Long Xiaoyao start fighting, could he?
He also hurriedly stood up, trying to mediate.
"Great Priest, Sect Hierarch, if I could be so bold to speak,"
"How about we all take a step back for my sake, what do you say?"
He chuckled nervously, speaking tentatively.
"Who do you think you are? Do you really think you deserve to be given face by me?"
However, Long Xiaoyao scoffed disdainfully.
In his heart, he indeed didn't take Crow Douluo seriously.
Ah, what now?
The smile on Crow Douluo's face stiffened.
What's the deal?
Are those below level 99 Douluo not even considered human?
Long Xiaoyao's words left him at a loss for words, not knowing what to say for the moment.
"Great Priest, I believe the matter of Yan Shaozhe is far-reaching and must be treated seriously,"
"If the Great Priest wishes to spare Yan Shaozhe's life, it's not impossible. But I think we should have a reasonable explanation, right?"
Feng Ling pursed her lips and spoke firmly.
This was, in fact, a step back already.
All she wanted was a reason.
As long as it made sense, that would suffice.
She was seeking a way for Long Xiaoyao to step down gracefully.