Douluo Continent: Tonight, a Fairy Tale Descends

But what could he do?

He was poor too!

"Then what do you suggest we do?" Flander's voice was a little hoarse.

"Could it be... that we should send them all to the Heaven Dou Royal Academy?"

He shook his head after saying that, not to mention whether the other party wanted it or not, even if they did, Shrek would just disperse.

"Of course not." A sharp glint flashed in Yu Xiaogang's eyes as he leaned forward and lowered his voice.

"We can use a hen to lay eggs."

"Using a hen to lay eggs?" Flander was taken aback.

“Yes.” Yu Xiaogang nodded, his finger tracing patterns on the scrap paper.

"Find an academy with good enough conditions and the qualifications to participate in the Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Competition, and temporarily settle there with the entire faculty and students of Shrek Academy."

We will utilize their resources, facilities, and quotas to nurture our students. After the competition, regardless of the results, our students will have received the best training and growth, and Shrek Academy's reputation will be truly established. Whether they stay or leave then can be discussed later.

Chapter 364 Blue Tyrant Academy

Flander's small eyes lit up instantly, but then filled with doubt: "This...is it possible? Which academy would be willing to accept us as a whole? And give up their precious competition spots to us?"

“So we have to choose.” Yu Xiaogang had obviously been thinking for a long time. He picked up a pen and quickly wrote down a few names on a piece of scrap paper.

"First, we'll exclude top academies with fixed teams and intense internal competition, such as the Heavenly Dou Royal Academy itself, or elemental academies like Thunder Academy and Divine Wind Academy. They won't allow outside forces to easily intrude into their core teams."

“We can consider colleges that are a step below, but have complete teaching facilities, are qualified to participate in competitions, and are currently in a period of transition.” Yu Xiao began to analyze them one by one.

"For example, the Beast Academy mainly trains Beast Martial Soul Masters. Dai Mubai, Zhu Zhuqing, and Ma Hongjun's Martial Souls all conform to their tradition. Moreover, I heard that their performance has not been good in recent years, and they are eager for talented new blood. The downside is that it is far from Heaven Dou City, and its resources may not be as concentrated as those of the academies in Heaven Dou City."

Flanders listened intently, his fingers unconsciously tapping on the table again.

"For example, there are a few ordinary academies located in Tiandou City, such as Elephant Armor Academy. They have relatively less pressure to recruit students in major cities, so they may have a chance. However, the downside is that these academies have a single requirement for martial soul attributes, while our students have a wide variety of martial souls, so we may not be able to accept them all."

Yu Xiaogang paused for a moment, then continued, "There is another type, which are private academies funded by nobles or wealthy merchants. They have excellent conditions, but are often poorly managed and have students of varying quality."

The advantage is that if we can bring in sufficiently outstanding students and results, they might be very welcoming, as this would greatly enhance the academy's reputation and the investment value behind it. The disadvantage is that the environment could be complex and full of distractions.

He analyzed the pros and cons one by one, his tone calm and objective, clearly having already screened all the slightly well-known academies on the mainland.

Flanders listened, his brow furrowing and relaxing intermittently, as if he were weighing his options in his mind.

Just as Yu Xiaogang was about to continue analyzing the next candidate college...

"Wait, Xiao Gang."

Flander suddenly spoke, interrupting Yu Xiaogang. His usual shrewd expression returned, mixed with a mysterious, hesitant smile.

Yu Xiaogang stopped talking and looked at him with a puzzled expression: "What's wrong?"

Flander rubbed his hands together, leaned forward, and lowered his voice as if to share some incredible secret: "What you've analyzed makes sense. However... I do know a place that might be more suitable than any of the places you've mentioned."

"Oh?" Yu Xiaogang pushed up his glasses, his eyes behind the lenses filled with surprise. "Where?"

Flander smiled and uttered four words: "Blue Tyrant Academy".

"Blue Tyrant Academy?" Yu Xiaogang was stunned for a moment, then quickly searched his memory for information about the academy.

Located within Heaven Dou City, it is of medium to large size and mainly accepts commoner Soul Masters. Its reputation seems to be good, and its teaching facilities should be much better than Shrek Academy... But these advantages do not seem to stand out from the other candidate academies.

He looked at Flander with a puzzled expression: "Blue Tyrant Academy... is indeed an option. But why do you say it's the most suitable? As far as I know, they also have their own team, although their results aren't top-notch, they might not be willing to give up their core position to us."

Flander's smile deepened, tinged with a hint of smug satisfaction: "There are several reasons. First, I've heard that Blue Tyrant Academy is currently recruiting teachers on a large scale, especially those with outstanding practical experience and theoretical knowledge. This suggests they may be seeking a breakthrough, or there may be changes in their internal faculty, which presents an opportunity."

Yu Xiaogang nodded; this was a favorable condition.

“Second.” Flander held up his second finger.

"Blue Tyrant Academy is located in Heaven Dou City. Although it is not in the most central school district, it has all the necessary facilities, such as a simulated training ground, library, medicine warehouse, and training facilities. The key is, what kind of place is Heaven Dou City? It is well-informed and full of opportunities, which is of great benefit to broadening the children's horizons and their future development."

Yu Xiaogang agreed with this point. As the imperial capital, Tiandou City was far more resource-rich than Soto City.

“Of course, none of these are the most important things.” Flander’s smile faded, his eyes became somewhat subtle, and his voice lowered even further. “The most important thing is… I know the dean of Blue Tyrant Academy.”

"You know him?"

Yu Xiaogang was genuinely surprised. He had a general idea of ​​Flander's network of connections and when he had become involved with the dean of Blue Tyrant Academy.

“More than just acquaintances.” Flanders chuckled, a look of reminiscence on his face.

“She was an old friend of mine who went through thick and thin with me when I was young. To be honest, Xiao Gang, the reason why I later came up with the idea of ​​creating Shrek Academy was largely due to her inspiration and influence.”

"Is there still this?"

Yu Xiaogang was completely stunned. He had known Flander for many years, and he had always thought that Flander's original intention in founding Shrek Academy was for Flander to prove his teaching philosophy or simply to find a way to make a living. He never expected that there was such a background behind it.

Flander nodded, his tone unusually serious: "Yes. She's... a very thoughtful and decisive person. Back then, we discussed topics about Soul Master education and how to break down barriers to cultivate true talent. But later, she chose to settle down in Heaven Dou City and establish Blue Tyrant Academy, while I... ran off to Soto City and created this mess of Shrek Academy."

He chuckled self-deprecatingly, but the recognition and nostalgia for his old friend in his eyes were genuine.

As Yu Xiaogang processed this information, the scales in his heart began to tip.

If the headmaster of Blue Tyrant Academy is indeed an old acquaintance of Flander and shares similar ideals, then the possibility of accepting the entire Shrek Academy into the academy would indeed be much greater.

But he still had doubts: "Even so, Flander, will Blue Tyrant Academy allow us to join as an independent team and directly represent them in the Soul Master Competition? What will happen to their existing teams and students? Also, that dean... will he really accept us all just because of one sentence from you?"

This is the most crucial issue. Borrowing a hen to lay eggs requires that the hen is willing to let you lay them and is also willing to give up its nest.

Upon hearing this, Flander's confident smile returned. He patted his chest and said, "Don't worry about that. My old friend, I can't guarantee anything else, but when it comes to decisiveness and valuing talent, he's absolutely top-notch. As long as the talent and potential of our Shrek Seven Devils are presented to her, plus my influence, taking them all in will definitely not be a problem. As for the existing team..."

Chapter 365 Departure

Flander paused, a shrewd glint in his eyes: "We can negotiate. For example, we can agree on internal selection, with the strongest rising to the top. Or, we can allow their best students to join our team and form a cohesive unit. As long as we can bring victory and honor, none of these are problems."

After all, for the academy, achieving good results in the Continental Elite Tournament of Advanced Soul Master Academies is the greatest benefit.

After listening to Flander's explanation, Yu Xiaogang remained silent for a moment, his fingers tapping lightly on the table as he rapidly weighed the options in his mind.

Blue Tyrant Academy, located within Heaven Dou City, boasts comprehensive facilities. Its dean is an old acquaintance of Flander, and they share similar philosophies…

From a rational perspective, this is indeed a very suitable choice, even better than those he had previously considered.

only……

He looked up at the confident Flander and finally asked, "Are you sure, Flander? This concerns the children's future, and Shrek's last hope. We can't afford any mistakes."

Flander's smile faded, and he looked directly at Yu Xiaogang, nodding solemnly: "Xiaogang, I guarantee this in the name of the Dean of Shrek Academy. Blue Tyrant Academy is our best choice right now. My old friend is trustworthy."

Seeing the rare seriousness and determination in Flander's eyes, Yu Xiaogang's last trace of doubt slowly dissipated.

He let out a soft breath and nodded: "In that case... let's go to Blue Tyrant Academy."

Although there were still some curiosities and unresolved questions about the mysterious dean, it seemed that there was no better way forward at the moment.

For the sake of those little monsters' future, and for Shrek Academy to truly step onto the stage of the Soul Master Competition, this step must be taken.

Flander smiled with relief. He stood up and patted Yu Xiaogang on the shoulder forcefully: "Don't worry, Xiaogang! Leave this to me! I'll go make the arrangements right away, and we'll set off for Tiandou City as soon as possible!"

……

Flanders moved quickly.

Just a few days later, he gathered several teachers from Shrek Academy and all the members of the Shrek Seven Devils in the academy's still relatively intact classroom, and announced the decision that would change everyone's future: to go to Heaven Dou City and join Blue Tyrant Academy as a whole.

When the news broke, the atmosphere in the classroom was not one of shock and uproar as expected, but rather one of subtle "I knew it" sentiment.

The teachers, including Li Yusong, Lu Qibin, and Shao Xin, showed no surprise; they simply exchanged knowing glances.

Clearly, the frequent discussions among the academy's higher-ups during this period, along with Yu Xiaogang's increasingly urgent training plan, had already given them a sense of what was going on.

Dai Mubai and Zhu Zhuqing, who were sitting in the front row of the trainees, reacted even more calmly.

Dai Mubai merely raised an eyebrow, a sharp glint of "finally here" flashing in his wicked eyes.

He needs the stage of the Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Tournament, and he needs to defeat Davis under the spotlight to prove himself.

Since Shrek Academy couldn't give him the qualification to participate, finding an academy that could was the only way forward.

Zhu Zhuqing's cold cat-like eyes remained completely unmoved, as if she had only heard a notification that had nothing to do with her.

Her goal was the same as Dai Mubai's, but even purer.

Become stronger and break free from your shackles.

As for where to train or which academy to fight for, it doesn't matter as long as the goal is achieved.

Lin An sat a little further back, his exquisite yet wild face calm and composed, a faint hint of "if only I had known" even flickering in the depths of his amethyst-like eyes.

From the moment Flanders brought her to Shrek from her father's old friend in a manner that was almost coaxing, she vaguely sensed that this seemingly dilapidated academy and her shrewd "uncle" must have something much more to offer.

Now it seems that Heaven Dou City and the Advanced Soul Master Tournament are their real targets.

Cinderella sat quietly beside Tang San, her azure eyes slightly lowered, her long eyelashes concealing a hint of understanding in her eyes.

She certainly knew this day would come.

Although the trajectory of this life is no longer the same as the story Lin Wan told her, certain key moments still seem to carry a fateful inertia.

Tian Dou City, Lan Ba ​​Academy... This is the stage the story is destined to take place on.

Tang San's gaze remained fixed on his sister beside him.

Seeing that Cinderella's expression was calm and she did not show any reluctance or unease about leaving Soto, he felt relieved.

For him, where he went was not important; what mattered was where his sister was.

Whether it's Shrek Academy or Blue Tyrant Academy, as long as I can be with my sister and continue to train and become stronger, that's enough.

In stark contrast to the calm of these individuals, Oscar and Ma Hongjun's expressions of shock and excitement were almost palpable.

"Tian, ​​Tian Dou City!" Oscar suddenly stood up from his seat, his peach blossom eyes wide open, and his voice changed tone.

"Dean, are you serious? We're going to Heaven Dou City? That imperial capital?"

Ma Hongjun opened his mouth wide in an exaggerated way, forgetting to put the half-eaten pastry in his hand into his mouth, his chubby face clearly saying, "Am I dreaming?"

"Blue Tyrant Academy? Is that in Heaven Dou City? Wow! A big city! I, Ma Hongjun, am finally going to the city!"

He rubbed his hands excitedly, his small eyes shining with anticipation, as if he could already see the bustling streets and dazzling array of delicacies of Tiandou City.

But then, the excitement on his face was quickly replaced by a deep sadness, his chubby face drooped, and he sighed.