Douluo Jueshi, world modulation mode

Chapter 274 Yu Tong in An Zhen's Arms

at the same time.

On the other side of the continent.

Shrek Academy's final exams are fast approaching.

Regarding the intense competition sparked by a certain individual, which swept across the entire school, the college leadership gave it positive recognition—slightly increasing the difficulty of the final exams, but lowering the elimination threshold to acknowledge students' efforts. This allowed students who would have otherwise passed the elimination threshold to remain. More rewards were given to outstanding students.

Expand and increase student training.

Because Shrek Academy felt a huge threat.

No secrets stay hidden forever, especially since the Sun Moon Empire made no attempt to conceal its actions.

The Sun Moon Empire's massive actions have attracted the attention of major powers across the continent. Domestically, the vibrant market economy and the flourishing trade system of the entire empire are driving growth. Expanding mining industries are sending a steady stream of energy crystals to Mingdu, with some being distributed throughout the country to support the quietly emerging industrial revolution. Externally, although the Sun Moon Empire's border troops have been remarkably well-behaved for some time, even setting a record for the longest period of peace in nearly a thousand years...

Anyone with a modicum of common sense would understand that the Sun Moon Empire had suddenly entered a period of rapid progress, with its overall strength growing rapidly in all aspects.

"The calm before the storm."

Many people thought of this sentence without prior agreement.

Then, panicked.

The Sun Moon Empire and the original Douluo Three Kingdoms were enemies.

Regardless of the rulers of various forces.

They were still mostly from the middle class.

That's what everyone subconsciously thinks.

under these circumstances.

The Sun and Moon Empire has suddenly made such a big move.

What are you trying to do?
They're trying to build up their strength before starting a war!

Many people at Shrek Academy share this view.

A force is not a person.

Perhaps someone can silence all the voices.

However, different people sometimes have different opinions.

There have been many dissenting voices within Shrek Academy recently.

This was caused by one incident—the Sun Moon Empire really went all out for this exchange program, directly sending a level nine Soul Master to provide instruction.

Conservatives believe this is a gesture of goodwill from the Sun Moon Empire, expressing its desire for peaceful coexistence with the former Douluo Three Kingdoms. It's common knowledge that the supreme position in the Sun Moon Empire has changed hands. Regardless of whether the actual ruler is the mysterious Regent, Empress Xu Tianzhen, or someone else, the Sun Moon Empire has refrained from any incursions into the borders of the former Douluo Three Kingdoms recently. The Sun Moon Empire's attitude towards the former Douluo Three Kingdoms has now shifted.

The radicals believe this is a ruse by the Sun Moon Empire to lower their guard before launching a devastating attack. Perhaps the Sun Moon Empire has indeed been relatively peaceful lately, given the millennia-long conflict between the two sides. Moreover, the Sun Moon Empire's current rapid expansion poses a significant threat.

Radicals advocate a conspiracy theory.

The strongest evidence comes from the information sent by Elder Xuan and Xian Lin'er, who are in the Sun Moon Empire.

Elder Xuan believed that the mysterious Regent was a powerful figure who had already stepped into the realm of demigods, and that he could become a god in one step if he only needed a vacant divine position.

Xianlin'er stated that the unusual phenomenon of a silver moon in the sky that occurred in the Sun Moon Empire was the arrival of an unprecedented level 10 soul tool.

The two pieces of news put Shrek Academy on high alert.

Especially with the recent arrival of another piece of news.

It seems another Level 10 Soul Master has appeared in the Sun Moon Empire?!
Although it was only suspected, based on Elder Xuan's perception and Xian Lin'er's general assessment, it could be considered a done deal.

"Alright," Moon said, stopping the argument between the two sides.

“Shao Zhe is right.” Mu En nodded slightly. “The grudges between the Sun Moon Empire and the original Douluo Three Kingdoms have been long-standing and cannot be resolved overnight. A demigod powerhouse and two level-ten soul masters, according to the aura that Xuan Zi sensed, should be no less than Limit Douluo.”

"Three thousand years ago, the reason we were able to win that continental war was because our Shrek ancestors rallied almost all the titled powerhouses of the Douluo Three Kingdoms, using the numerical advantage of high-end combat power to carry out decapitation tactics, which ultimately led to victory. But now, we have lost this advantage, and are even being suppressed by the other side."

"Regardless of their purpose, such a behemoth must be guarded against and we must be on guard."

Yan Shaozhe smiled.

But then, Moon changed the subject.

"But Duoduo's words also make sense."

"In any case, at least the Sun Moon Empire has maintained a friendly attitude towards us since the change of rulers, and has even been willing to send a level nine soul master to teach our students."

"Moreover, the current demigod powerhouse of the Sun Moon Empire possesses the Holy Angel Martial Soul."

"Although the Spirit Hall was labeled as evil ten thousand years ago, we have to admit one thing: in a more distant era, when evil spirit masters were rampaging across the continent, causing bloodshed and chaos, it was the first Angel God who restored order and brought long-lost light to the Douluo Continent. Since then, the Spirit Hall, led by the Angel Family, has been suppressing evil spirit masters on the continent and maintaining order."

"I have had contact with the Angelic Families and the Holy Angelic Families on the continent. They are particularly extreme in their views on evil spirit masters, but most of them are kind and have a strong sense of justice. I think that someone who can comprehend the mysteries of light and holiness to the level of a demigod is not someone who enjoys war."

Qian Duoduo glared smugly at Yan Shaozhe.

"Teacher," Yan Shaozhe asked, "what should we do next?"

Moon smiled slightly, "Wait."

"Regardless of whether the Sun Moon Empire's goodwill is genuine or not, we cannot provoke conflict. The Sun Moon Empire's strength is now far greater than before. To ensure our invincibility, we must hold out for enough time to allow our children to grow up."

"If the Sun Moon Empire retaliates with force, we will retaliate in kind."

"If the Sun and Moon Empire shows goodwill, we will reciprocate with gifts."

"We are not easy to bully, but we also know how to be polite."

The group of elders nodded.

As Elder Mu said, regardless of what the Sun Moon Empire intends to do, their primary goal now is to help their children grow up and become strong, so that they can maneuver freely regardless of their opponent's actions.

Yan Shaozhe let out a soft breath.

Then he spoke up, "Teacher, there's something I need your advice on."

"what?"

“Wang Dong’er wants to visit Huo Yutong in the Sun Moon Empire,” Yan Shaozhe said.

In Yan Shaozhe's view, the Sun Moon Empire was playing the game of smiling while hiding a knife, appearing all smiles on the surface while actually accumulating strength to stab someone in the back.

Therefore, the Sun Moon Empire is in great danger.

Huo Yutong and Gu Yuena went there to learn advanced soul tool knowledge and promote their own growth. With Xian Lin'er ostensibly protecting them and Xuan Lao, a Limit Douluo, secretly providing support, Yan Shaozhe finally felt relieved. However, in Yan Shaozhe's view, Wang Dong'er's presence there would only put her in danger and increase the workload for Xian Lin'er and Xuan Lao. After all, Wang Dong'er had appeared in the Soul Battle Tournament, displaying extraordinary talent; she might already be on the Sun Moon Empire's assassination list.

However, it's not something he can't do just because he thinks he can't go.

Logically speaking, students are not subject to school management and education during holidays, and it is their own freedom to go wherever they want.

Although he was a teacher, this student was no ordinary person; she was the young lady of the Haotian Sect.

Even Le Xuan's attempts to persuade her were useless; it's estimated that only An Zhen and Huo Yutong in the entire academy could convince her.

But the former is currently missing, perhaps undergoing divine trials somewhere. As for the latter, she is in the Sun Moon Empire, and that's exactly where Wang Dong'er is headed.

Yan Shaozhe was helpless.

……

Shrek Academy's final exams are about to begin.

This also means the holidays are about to begin. Competition within the college is intensifying.

The roads where students used to stroll leisurely are now filled with figures rushing around at high speed.

Although the school issued a statement saying it would lower the elimination threshold for this more difficult assessment, everyone wants to get a good ranking.

Of course, all of this has nothing to do with the girls.

For Wang Dong'er and her friends, the final exams at the end of each semester and the entrance exams at the beginning of the next semester were all easy tasks. They could even apply for the inner academy exams and easily become inner academy disciples if they wanted to.

Shrek City.

Anzhen's house.

"I'm going anyway."

The girl's clear voice was full of stubbornness.

Her dreamy, light blue hair was casually draped over her shoulders, making her look like a beautiful girl straight out of an anime, or a butterfly fluttering in the air. Wang Dong'er leaned on her arm resting on the table, her dreamy light blue eyes filled with longing.

Beside Wang Dong'er were Xiao Xiao, Zhang Lexuan, Xu Jiujiu... Except for An Zhen, Huo Yutong, and Gu Yuena, the owners of this house were all in the living room.

“After all, the Sun Moon Empire and the original Douluo Three Kingdoms were enemies.” Zhang Lexuan said with some concern.

"I don't think it should be a big problem. Our relationship isn't that bad yet. Maybe we can get through the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School's channels." Ning Tian expressed her support, her beautiful blue eyes falling on Wang Dong'er with a hint of envy.

Wang Dong'er could do that. But as the young master of the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School, while enjoying power, she also bore certain obligations, and at times she couldn't act solely on her own whims. The sect now treated her like a precious treasure, willing to give her money and power, but she absolutely could not take any risks in the recently drastically changed Sun Moon Empire—not even the slightest risk.

“I also want to go to the Sun Moon Empire to see how my ultimate attributes compare to their level eight or nine soul tools,” Ma Xiaotao said, but her enthusiasm immediately wilted. “But I still can’t beat my teacher.”

The fire phoenix with the ultimate fire attribute is very strong.

However, Ma Xiaotao, who is only a Soul Saint, is still far inferior to Yan Shaozhe, who is already a Super Douluo and possesses the top-tier Martial Soul, the Bright Phoenix.

After a long pause, he said, "The Sun Moon Empire and the Star Luo Empire have had a good relationship recently. The Sun Moon Empire has exported a lot of advanced soul-guided technology to the Star Luo Empire, but this is limited to trade. I know very little about other aspects."

The women had differing opinions.

However, the final decision rests with Wang Dong'er.

“I’m definitely going,” Wang Dong’er said.

An Zhen is gone, and Yu Tong is gone too. Although Xiao Xiao and everyone else are still by her side, she sometimes feels empty and still finds it hard to adjust.

Moreover, she was worried about Yu Tong.

And Na'er.

That innocent little silver dragon.

Although, according to the dean, they were doing very well in the Sun Moon Empire.

But without seeing it with her own eyes, Wang Dong'er's worries could not be dispelled.

Are they used to the food of the Sun and Moon Empire?
Will they be able to adapt to the environment there?

Will they be ostracized by the students of Mingdetang over there?
Zhang Lexuan nodded helplessly, "Then I'll ask Xuanzu if we can use the school's resources."

The women each offered their own suggestions, drawing upon their backgrounds and connections.

Wang Dong'er clenched her small fist, her eyes filled with determination. 'Yu Tong, Na'er, wait for me, I'm coming right away!'

Being in a foreign country, I wonder if Yutong and Na'er feel lonely.
……

"Brother Anzhen!"

A cute little blue-haired girl jumped into Anzhen's arms.

Huo Yutong wrapped her arms around An Zhen's neck, her white silk feet in white ankle boots dangling in the air. The girl's soft cheeks rubbed against An Zhen's face, and the familiar scent enveloped Huo Yutong, bringing her the greatest sense of security, which greatly dispelled the fatigue from studying.

Being able to be so close to Brother Anzhen was a great joy for Huo Yutong, and all her bad feelings disappeared.

"Hehehe~ Let me examine Xiaoyutong."

Anzhen, out of curiosity, activated her omniscient authority.

Name: Huo Yutong
Affection: Unwavering until death

Potential: d
Wow, Yu Tong has huge potential!

Of course, potential is potential.

To turn current potential into future reality, it needs to be developed step by step.

Anzhen has never lacked patience.

"Brother Anzhen?" Huo Yutong looked curiously at Anzhen, who was lost in thought.

Then, following Anzhen's gaze, he looked at himself.

"!"

Huo Yutong blushed.

"It's nothing," An Zhen said seriously.

An Zhen looked at Gu Yuena.

Name: Gu Yuena
Affection: True love (unknown)

"Oh?" An Zhen was seeing the word "unknown" for the first time.

Unsure?

"What are you looking at?" Gu Yuena frowned slightly.

I had a feeling that I was being watched by something.

"A new authority."

An Zhen didn't hide anything from Gu Yuena and Huo Yutong, and gave a brief explanation of her newly acquired ability.

"A peculiar ability," Gu Yuena commented.

It is suspected to have enormous potential.

But without conducting various tests, it's still uncertain.

Omniscient.

That is omniscience, even if it is incomplete.

This kind of thing should only exist in theory and should not appear in reality.

“It’s normal that you can’t see through it,” Gu Yuena said.

"To avoid being discovered by those gods, I have always hidden my tracks. The Douluo plane naturally cannot record the existence of my true form. But you know what my true form is, and the fragments of time of the Silver Dragon King in the Douluo Continent do not have a true record of it."

“Unless it’s the universe,” Gu Yuena added. “But don’t mess around. Based on your previous description, I suspect that the failure of the Divine Star Ceremony was most likely due to interference from the cosmic consciousness.”

“Na’er is so thoughtful,” An Zhen replied with a smile.

Anzhen never fights a battle she's not confident of winning.

He suffers from a fear of insufficient artillery firepower.

(End of this chapter)