Douluo Continent, Huo Yuhao who returned from Sekiro

Chapter 381 Welcoming (Daily Written Version)

Shrek Academy, main gate.

It was nearly noon, but it was still class time.

The entrance to Shrek Academy was very quiet.

None of the small vendors who usually gather here have appeared today; only four people are standing in front of the huge city gate.

Standing at the very front were none other than Yan Shaozhe, the dean of the Martial Soul Department of Shrek Academy, and Xian Lin'er, the dean of the Soul Guidance Department.

The two people behind them were Cai Meier, the vice dean of the Martial Soul Department, and Qian Duoduo, the vice dean of the Soul Guidance Department.

Perhaps after being beaten up by Du Busi, Qian Duoduo, who had been stuck at level 94 for many years, has now advanced to level 95 and successfully reached the level of Super Douluo.

With all four deans present and four Super Douluo waiting there at the same time, such a lineup was undeniably grand.

They all tilted their heads slightly, looking at the distant sky, waiting quietly.

Finally, in the distance, those tiny, black-dot-like figures gradually became clearer, slowly descending as they watched.

"That brat, he finally decided to come back."

Qian Duoduo's tone was filled with sighs.

"Yeah, that brat. The first time I met him, he ripped me off a lot of money."

"Now, this little guy has stood on his own, carrying the banner of the Shrek team, and he even paid a considerable price to protect Xiao Tao. Now, Xiao Tao and I owe Yuhao even more."

Yan Shaozhe muttered to himself, his eyes slightly moist, but his mouth was stretched almost to his ears.

"Yes, Yuhao has grown up so fast."

Yan Shaozhe, who usually bickers with him, did not start a "war" this time. His eyes were equally excited and his words were equally emotional.

One by one, figures gracefully landed.

Some of the more sentimental girls couldn't help but shed tears when they saw the huge characters for Shrek Academy at the entrance.

Beibei and Xu Sanshi, who was still weak, smiled broadly and punched each other hard.

Excitement gleamed in everyone's eyes.

After going through hardships, finally returning to this safe haven where there is no need to worry about danger and where one can completely relax would be incredibly exciting and joyful for anyone.

Although they had only been away from the academy for a little over a month, the twists and turns of that time had certainly taken a toll on them.

"Welcome home, children."

Yan Shaozhe strode forward to meet him.

As they spoke, the four first bowed to Elder Xuan, and then came before the group that had returned in triumph.

Xian Lin'er and the others were fine, but Yan Shaozhe could no longer control the intense emotions surging within him and strode forward.

Yan Shaozhe opened his arms, bent down, and pulled Huo Yuhao and Ma Xiaotao into his arms, tears welling up in his eyes.

Yan Shaozhe had already learned about the Sword of Judgment and the strange changes that had occurred to Ma Xiaotao from Elder Xuan's communication. When he saw the two of them appear in front of him healthy and well, he was speechless for a moment and simply hugged them tightly in his arms.

"Alright, Lao Yan, Yuhao is still my apprentice. You can't be the only one carrying him, can you?"

Qian Duoduo laughed loudly, dispelling the slightly melancholy mood in the room.

Huo Yuhao glanced at Qian Duoduo, who was over two meters tall and as strong as a mountain, with his arms outstretched as if he wanted to give him a big hug, and couldn't help but swallow.

"Teacher, please be gentle."

Before Huo Yuhao could finish giving Qian Duoduo a heads-up, Qian Duoduo picked him up and gave him a tight hug that made Huo Yuhao's bones crack.

Qian Duoduo and Xian Lin'er have maintained a purely emotional relationship for many years, so naturally they have no children.

After spending more than a year together, he had long since started treating Huo Yuhao as his own son.

Now that Huo Yuhao has gone out on this trip, he has not only encountered many dangers along the way, but all the pressure has also fallen on his shoulders. How can his teacher not worry?

At this moment, Huo Yuhao finally returned safely, and Qian Duoduo's heart, which had been hanging in suspense, was finally put back into her stomach. She expressed her excitement with a rough and unrestrained hug.

Fortunately, Qian Duoduo had some basic understanding of her own strength, and after giving Huo Yuhao a strong hug, she put him down.

The four deans shook hands with everyone and then personally led them back to the academy.

Upon arriving at the clear shores of Poseidon Lake, several small boats were already waiting on the bank.

"Dean Yan, this..."

Beibei's expression of shock was indescribable, as were the others.

Seeing the surprised faces of the crowd, Yan Shaozhe said, "You participated in the Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Tournament with a depleted formation and won the final championship. This achievement will be forever recorded in the history of Shrek Academy. As decided by the Sea God Pavilion meeting, your rewards will be distributed within the Sea God Pavilion."

Upon hearing this, even Huo Yuhao couldn't help but feel excited. No matter how much the academy valued him, he had never actually set foot in the Sea God Pavilion.

The Sea God Pavilion is not only the highest council chamber of Shrek Academy, but also its true treasure trove, housing all the academy's secrets. Normally, no one except the elders of the Sea God Pavilion and the four deans is allowed to enter. Being able to enter the Sea God Pavilion is an extraordinary honor.

Even the students from Shrek Academy's inner court were taken aback. None of the senior students who had won the Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Battle Tournament in the previous year had ever been allowed to enter the Sea God Pavilion.

Thinking of this, everyone in the inner courtyard couldn't help but look at the reserve team and give them a thumbs up.

They were fortunate to have the reserve team's outstanding performance; otherwise, simply winning the championship of the Continental Advanced Soul Master Tournament wouldn't have earned them the opportunity to receive rewards at the Sea God Pavilion.

Everyone boarded the ship, and Yan Shaozhe personally checked Xu Sanshi's physical condition. He immediately stated that Xu Sanshi should stay on Poseidon Island to recuperate.

Although the other students from the outer courtyard had heard of the Sea God Pavilion, they didn't really have much of a concept of it. However, as they were about to set foot on Sea God Island, they were still both nervous and excited.

Being able to set foot on Seagod Island at their age is already enough to excite them.

Poseidon Lake is very large, much larger than the rest of Shrek Academy combined.

After sailing for more than fifteen minutes, passing through the mist, they gradually began to see the island clearly.

Poseidon Island appears to be only about two square kilometers in size. It is not flat, but rather resembles a small mountain, with various pavilions and towers built on it.

When these buildings, usually hidden in the mist, appeared in real life before the outer disciples, their excitement intensified.

(End of this chapter)