Douluo Continent: I, Tang Wulin, a Kamen Rider

Chapter 201 Trust and Gifts

The beautiful afterglow of the sunset faded away like a dream, night quietly fell, and the moon was already high in the sky.

The bright moonlight, like a maiden's flawless white gauze dress, gently bathed the faces of everyone below, casting a tranquil and mysterious hue over the entire Shrek Academy scene.

However, what is truly astonishing is that this gentle moonlight paled in comparison to the dazzling golden light below.

At this moment, an extremely rare scene appeared on Seagod Island within Shrek Academy.

In the past, at this time, the elders of the Sea God Pavilion would have already returned to their rooms to cultivate and meditate or rest peacefully.

For some reason, they were all gathered in front of the golden tree at this moment.

They looked solemn, their eyes fixed on the figure surrounded by Xu Xiaoyan, Ye Xinglan, and the others.

"Although we all know that there is an extraordinary connection between Lord Golden Tree and that kid, look at this entourage, isn't it a bit too much?"

"Anyone who doesn't know the situation would think that a hundred thousand Super Douluos are fighting each other on our Seagod Island. This energy fluctuation is simply outrageous!"

As he spoke, Feng Wuyu raised his hand and pointed to the plants next to the Golden Tree that were emitting strange light and displaying exaggerated postures due to the Golden Tree's sudden violent outburst.

Yes, all the plants on Poseidon Island turned golden at that moment.

This makes the entire Poseidon Island look like an island made of gold.

Even the inner disciples on the shore of the distant Sea God Lake were all stunned.

After all, this is a magnificent sight that has never been seen since Poseidon Island was built!
However, Yun Ming and other high-ranking members of Shrek Academy completely ignored Feng Wuyu's slightly teasing behavior.

They remained serious, their eyes fixed on the direction where Tang Wulin was.

Seeing this, Feng Wuyu helplessly pursed his lips and muttered under his breath, "Why so serious... that kid won't harm Lord Golden Tree..." and other such words.

Just then, the golden tree, which had been raging, suddenly calmed down, and even the other plants lost their radiance.

In an instant, that golden island seemed like a dream, transforming into a normal night scene.

Seeing this, Yun Ming and the other Shrek Academy executives exchanged glances and then stepped forward together.

Meanwhile, Tang Wulin slowly opened his eyes.

When he opened his eyes, he realized that the sunset had turned into the moon.

He didn't even know when he had been surrounded by people, layer upon layer.

Seeing this, his eyes became somewhat confused.

Fragmented images flashed rapidly through his mind.

It appears to be a shocking scene of Tang Yin'er fighting alongside two other women against tens of thousands of enemies.

The two women looked somewhat alike, like mother and daughter, or sisters, but their temperaments were quite different.

One was incomparably holy, the other was full of evil.

Just like the battle between light and darkness, it feels both divided and bizarre.

Yet, even so, they miraculously merged together during this moment of fighting side by side, battling alongside Tang Yin'er against tens of thousands of powerful enemies.

And then he seemed to see another one, just like the two sisters.

Another woman who looked very similar to his Aunt Yin'er, but with blue hair, suddenly appeared in front of his Aunt Yin'er.

And there was also an unkempt old man holding a huge hammer.

Thinking about this, Tang Wulin couldn't help but feel a headache coming on.

Two women who look alike?
And two silver aunties?
Where is this going?

Why is his memory inexplicably confused?

Wasn't he using his own strength to investigate the specific situation of the Golden Tree?

Thinking of this, Tang Wulin seemed to remember something and paused slightly.

Because he suddenly realized that although his own power had not yet fully reached the true meaning of omniscience and omnipotence.

However, in this world, it is virtually impossible for something to influence one's memories against one's will.

It would be possible for someone to do this unless they were an all-rounder on the same level as him.

The problem is, the only omnipotent being currently on the same level as him is SilverAsh, with whom he previously shared the authority of the Book of Omniscience/Omnipotence/Book of Life.
"I see. Since there are some things you don't want me to know for the time being, Aunt Yin, then let's leave it at that for now."

That's right, Tang Wulin wasn't going to delve any further into this part of his confusion.

Because, as Tang Wulin said before, his Aunt Yin would never do anything to harm him.

Therefore, even though he had already realized that his memories had been partially influenced by Tang Yin'er, he didn't care.

As long as he's sure his Aunt Yin is alright, that's all that matters!

This is his absolute trust in Tang Yin'er!
At this moment, Xu Xiaoyan and the others also noticed that Tang Wulin had awakened.

"Wu Lin, you didn't..."

But the next second, before they could finish speaking, Yun Ming stepped forward and interrupted them.

"Tell me, what happened? What exactly happened between you and Lord Golden Tree?"

Upon hearing this, Tang Wulin withdrew his hand from the golden tree and rubbed his temples.

"I don't know what happened. My memory only goes back to when my power entered the Golden Tree, and then it's gone."

At this point, Tang Wulin paused, then said with a determined expression.

"However, Sister Yin'er should be fine, because I can sense that Sister Yin'er seems to be watching us right now!"

Upon hearing this, Yun Ming and the others were slightly taken aback.

But the next second, before Yun Ming could ask another question, the golden tree in front of everyone seemed to be responding to Tang Wulin's words.

Suddenly, rays of light emanated from it, enveloping Tang Wulin, Xie Xie, and the others.

Seeing this, Yun Ming and the others' pupils contracted slightly, and they couldn't help but want to say something.

But that light came quickly and went quickly.

In an instant, the golden tree stopped shaking and became as still as a stone, without any further movement.

Tang Wulin, upon seeing the information in the omniscient and omnipotent book within his mind, also understood.

He then stepped forward and explained to Yun Ming and the others.

"Don't worry, Principal Yunming. Sister Yin'er only found a chance to return to her peak because she fused with my martial soul."

"She is simply reclaiming her former power; you need not worry."

"As for the light just now, it was a gift from her to us."

As they spoke, Xie Xie and the others looked at each other with excitement.

A golden tree pattern appeared prominently between their eyebrows.

Seeing this, Yun Ming and the other Shrek Academy executives were relieved.

After all, given Tang Wulin's talent and the incredible power of his martial soul, it's quite reasonable for him to be able to take their Golden Tree to the next level.

Moreover, according to the records of those Tiandou City soldiers a week ago.

They had also encountered the spirit of the Golden Tree, which returned to its original form only after fusing with Tang Wulin's spirit. Today, Tang Wulin once again used his spirit ability to contact the Golden Tree's true form.

That would make it reasonable for their golden tree to change again.

That's the right way to think about it, but they also felt that something was a little off.

After all, according to what Tang Wulin just said, their Shrek Academy's Golden Tree had never actually been at its peak of complete form before.

Then wouldn't all the offerings made by Shrek Academy over the years, and even the sacrifices made by countless Shrek Academy deans, be equivalent to doing nothing at all?
Thinking of this, Yun Ming and the others couldn't help but fall into deep thought.

Is it because the offerings and sacrifices of mortals have no meaning for the golden tree?
Or is it because they worshipped and sacrificed the golden tree incorrectly?

And
Yun Ming and the others suddenly realized that the golden tree seemed to have been given only to Tang Wulin and his companions.

But they didn't give them, the high-ranking members of Shrek Academy, any of that!

Even their true direct descendant of Shrek Academy, the little princess of the inner court, Tang Wulin's sister—Na'er!

Even she didn't receive a gift!
Is this reasonable?

You should know that even the two little girls with angelic martial souls and Mu Chen's youngest daughter received the gift.

Why did it stop when it came to Tang Wulin's sister?
You should know that although the Golden Tree is Tang Wulin's sister, she is also the most precious treasure of Shrek Academy!
It's one thing to give gifts to Tang Wulin, but to not give gifts to the real Shrek Academy members, and even give them to Ye Xinglan and Xu Xiaoyan.
Wait a minute, thinking of this, the Shrek Academy executives also thought of the tree spirit of the Golden Tree, namely Tang Yin'er.

It seems that she had lived with Tang Wulin and the others, including Ye Xinglan and Xu Xiaoyan, whom she had gifted to her, for a period of time.

Moreover, Tang Yin'er was also their teacher.

Thinking of this, Yun Ming and the others finally felt relieved and breathed a sigh of relief.

So it turns out she's their inner courtyard princess, who arrived too late and wasn't familiar with Tang Yin'er.

Otherwise, why not give a gift to Na'er as well?

Surely it can't be that the pillar of Shrek Academy is going to betray Shrek Academy?

That's hilarious!

Then, Yun Ming no longer hesitated and waved his hand to arrange for Tang Wulin and the others to go back and rest.

"In that case, I'm relieved. You all go and get some rest."

"By the way, Na'er, you probably haven't seen your brother in a long time. It just so happens that the academy is about to have a holiday."

"Therefore, I allow you to go home with your brother during this holiday."

"Go back and see your childhood adoptive parents, and while you're at it, get closer to your brother."

"However, you should say goodbye to your teacher's wife properly tonight, and pack your things. You can go home with your brother tomorrow when you have a day off."

"Also, Wu Lin, the academy is still investigating that matter. We will notify you immediately if there is any news, so don't worry."

Upon hearing this, Tang Wulin nodded, then patted Na'er's head and made a promise to her that he would definitely come to pick her up first thing tomorrow morning.

Finally, he politely declined Yun Ming's offer to arrange rooms for them on Seagod Island and chose to return with the others to the treehouse apartment where they had once lived with Tang Yin'er.

Soon, the place, which had been crowded just moments before, was reduced to only a few Shrek Academy executives, including Yun Ming.

Looking at Yun Ming, who was still deep in thought, Long Yeyue, the Light and Dark Douluo, couldn't help but speak.

"Younger brother, you are the current dean of the academy, what's your opinion?"

Upon hearing this, Yun Ming did not speak, but suddenly stretched out his palm and, imitating Tang Wulin's actions that afternoon, placed his palm on the top of the golden tree.

After a while.

Yun Ming dejectedly withdrew his hand and shook his head at everyone.

"As before, the Golden Tree did not respond at all, but I could sense that it was indeed undergoing some kind of transformation."

"Moreover, this transformation is indeed moving in a better direction. I can feel the vitality of the golden tree, which is far greater than before."

"It's like a new bud sprouting from a withered tree, and it's reaching its peak again."

Zhu Shi, who was standing to the side, nodded in agreement.

"That's right, and I can also clearly feel that the concentration of spiritual energy within Seagod Island is at least five times greater than before!"

After Zhu Shi said that, the others finally realized what was going on.

Since Tang Wulin and the Golden Tree made contact in the afternoon, Seagod Island, where they were, seemed to have indeed undergone some changes.

Immediately, everyone started discussing it amongst themselves.

After a while, Long Yeyue couldn't stand it anymore and immediately shouted.

"That's enough. Now is not the time to talk about these trivial matters. The most important thing is that kid and his martial spirit."

Upon hearing this, all the elders of the Sea God Pavilion immediately fell silent.

After all, aside from the Golden Tree, this person's status is the highest.

Even Yun Ming, the current dean of Shrek Academy, has to address her as "Big Sister."

Meanwhile, after hearing Long Yeyue's words, Yun Ming pondered for a while before looking at Zhu Shi and speaking.

"Find those people who stole his martial spirit quickly and carefully. As for him himself..."

"Judging from his connection with Lord Golden Tree today, and the fact that those immortal herbs of the Tang Sect took the initiative to submit to him."

"He will likely rewrite other stories sooner or later, and perhaps even ascend to godhood like his ancestor Tang San and others."

"Of course, although he declined our offer to bring his parents to Shrek."

"But Shrek Academy has teachers Na'er and Tang Yin'er as bridges."

"So it's just a small matter, and I believe he'll understand sooner or later."

"He was born to be a member of Shrek Academy."

"So, as long as he doesn't do anything like betraying Shrek Academy in the future."

"What we need to do is to do what our ancestors did ten thousand years ago, like Lingbing Douluo, and nurture him normally, exchanging sincerity for sincerity."

At this point, Yun Ming paused, then looked at the others with an unusual tone.

"Moreover, given his personality, he shouldn't be like Spirit Ice Douluo."

"After becoming a god, he abandoned Shrek and his other companions and went to the realm of the gods to enjoy eternal life."

Seeing this, the other Shrek executives nodded in understanding.

Yes, based on their observations and judgments, Tang Wulin is a person with this kind of personality.

If he becomes a god, he will never forget those who have been kind to him.

He will share his glory with others.

As for Tang Wulin's martial soul, the "glory" he shares with others is self-evident!
Meanwhile, Zhu Shi nodded repeatedly. After all, being an old and shrewd man, how could he not understand his elder brother's subtext?

However, thinking of this, he glanced helplessly at Wu Changkong and Shen Yi, who stood behind a group of Shrek executives and looked like lackeys.

"Sigh, Changkong, what can I say to you? It's one thing to not be a good student, but how come you can't even be a good teacher?"

"Is this how I used to teach you? How could you manage to turn a perfectly good teacher-student relationship into this?"

(End of this chapter)