Douluo: This Legend of the Dragon King is not quite right

Chapter 352 Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy Accepts Challenge
This long-lost greeting of "senior brother" brought no warmth, but rather an invisible chasm between the two, filled with the alienation of things changed and the rupture of their ideals.

Yun Ming fell silent after hearing Guan Yue's words.

There seemed to be turbulent waves in his deep eyes, but they were forcibly suppressed, and finally settled into an unfathomable silence.

A moment later, the complex emotions in Yun Ming's eyes vanished, and he returned to his cold and arrogant demeanor.

He snorted coldly, breaking the deadlock, his voice carrying an undeniable authority:
"Since that's the case, we can't work together if we have different paths, so there's no point in saying more. Didn't you come here today under the guise of an exchange challenge? Fine, Shrek Academy accepts, and we'll give you this opportunity."

He raised his head slightly, and with an arrogant air, as if bestowing a handout, declared with righteous indignation:
"However, not everyone is qualified to formally challenge the elites of my Shrek Academy. If you want to gain the right to challenge, you must first prove that you have the strength and courage to match them!"

His gaze swept over Lu Jun and the other seven, his tone carrying a subtle hint of sarcasm:

"Enter our specially designed virtual battlefield and challenge the original Shrek Seven Devils of the same age. As long as you can pass this qualification trial and prove that you are not a bunch of good-for-nothings who only talk big, you will naturally gain the qualification to officially challenge the current students of Shrek Academy!"

Upon hearing this, Guan Yue, Wu Changkong, and the others' expressions changed drastically.

Long Bing couldn't help but voice her opposition directly, her tone urgent:

"No, who knows what tricks you've played in that virtual battlefield? It's a system completely under Shrek's control. What if something happens to these kids inside, causing them mental damage or even worse? Can Shrek bear that responsibility?"

Yun Ming remained unmoved, instead revealing a mocking sneer, his tone extremely firm:
"If you don't even have this much courage and trust, what are you talking about challenging the number one academy on the continent? Go back to where you came from! Shrek Academy doesn't welcome cowards!"

These words were extremely blunt, and Guan Yue and Wu Changkong's expressions instantly turned extremely ugly.

They never expected that Yun Ming and Shrek Academy would use such an almost shameless method to make things difficult for a group of children with an average age of only thirteen.

This is utterly trampling on our millennia-old honor; they're becoming more and more shameless!
Meanwhile, in Mingdu, at the headquarters of the Federal Parliament, inside the highest-level central council chamber.

A giant holographic screen is transmitting in real time everything that is happening at the entrance of Shrek Academy.

The Federal Speaker, seated in the main seat, and all the high-ranking federal officials present took in Yun Ming's words and gestures.

Surprisingly, the Speaker of the Federal Parliament showed no anger; instead, he was amused, though his smile was icy cold and laced with deep mockery.
"Heh, interesting, very interesting. So high and mighty, setting up barriers to bully others..."

"What makes these guys still considered the best academy on the continent? Is it just because of their perennial leeching off of their parents and their ever-growing shamelessness?"

He uttered a sigh, then his eyes narrowed, a sharp glint flashing within them.

He directly connected to the secret communication channel with Guan Yue on site, his voice calm yet carrying an absolute command tone, transmitted into the miniature soul-guided earpiece hidden in Guan Yue's ear:
"Guan Yue, agree to their request."

Upon hearing this, Guan Yue's body trembled almost imperceptibly, and a hint of hesitation flashed across her face.

The Federal Speaker's voice continued: "Let these children go in and challenge the so-called original Shrek Seven Devils."

"Also, inform Harosa to be fully prepared and keep his mental energy locked on the virtual battlefield entrance throughout the entire process. If any harmful energy fluctuations beyond the scope of normal simulated combat are detected, or if the children's vital signs become abnormal, immediately cut off the connection and get them out of there."

"The highest priority is saving the lives of Lu Jun and his children; there is no room for error!" He paused, then added:

"We have sent a set of data to your terminal. Once you enter the virtual battlefield, monitor it closely. If anything unexpected happens, do not hesitate to use this set of data immediately to forcibly stop the virtual battlefield and bring these children out safely."

"Consider this set of data a test for the data, and incidentally, it will also help protect these children. Understand, Vice Hall Master Guan Yue?"

Upon hearing the Federal Speaker's meticulous arrangements and backup plan, Guan Yue's hesitation vanished instantly.

His eyes flickered slightly, and he instantly understood.

Guan Yue raised her head, all hesitation vanishing from her face, replaced by a calm demeanor. Meeting Yun Ming's haughty and scrutinizing gaze, she spoke clearly, her voice echoing throughout the entire hall:
“Okay, we agree. It’s just challenging the original Shrek Seven Devils from ten thousand years ago, right? The Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy will accept this qualification trial.”

"Your Majesty Guan Yue?"

Wu Changkong was shocked and turned to look at Guan Yue with a look of confusion and worry in his eyes.

This is the virtual battlefield where we're going to enter Shrek Academy.

Who knows what tricks they might pull?

Sending Lu Jun and the others to take on the challenge is too risky!

Long Bing quickly grabbed Wu Changkong's arm and said in a low voice:

"Chang Kong, calm down. Since Your Majesty Guan Yue dared to agree, you must have received instructions from the Federation. They must have taken all necessary safety measures and will definitely not let anything happen to the children. We must trust the Federation's preparations."

Upon hearing this, Wu Changkong took a deep breath and forcibly suppressed his anxiety, but his clenched fists still betrayed his tension.

On the other side, Yun Ming's face grew even colder after hearing Guan Yue's decisive agreement, and a deep sense of doubt and sarcasm flashed in his eyes.

He laughed coldly, his gaze seemingly directed at a non-existent figure behind the scenes:

"Heh... You agreed so readily? It seems that Xu from Mingdu was watching all this from behind the scenes and gave you the order, right? My good junior brother..."

Yun Ming's tone was filled with disappointment and disdain:
"You're really going backwards as you get older. The gentle and mild-mannered Guan Yue of the past, are you now so willing to be that obedient dog to that Xu guy? Whoever he tells you to bite, you bite?"

These words were extremely insulting, but Guan Yue's expression remained unchanged; only her gaze hardened as she coldly replied:
"At least, under the Speaker's management and leadership, the entire Douluo Federation has maintained a rare peace and prosperity, and the major forces are outwardly at peace with each other. He leads the Federation's forces to unite against external forces, explore the starry sea, and aim for a broader future and the survival of humanity."

Guan Yue's voice suddenly rose, carrying a questioning tone:

"And you, senior brother? Looking back over the past few decades, isn't it you Shrek Academy and Tang Sect who have repeatedly stirred up internal strife on the continent, created divisions, clung to so-called orthodoxy, placed the academy above the Federation, and attempted to return to the era of sect division that lasted for ten thousand years? Who exactly is hindering peace and turning back the clock of history?"

(End of this chapter)