Douluo Continent: Lin Dong transmigrates into Huo Yuhao

Chapter 132 The Day the Shrek "Peace Treaty" Was Signed

The mysterious man removed his hat, looked at Moon, who was dressed in black, and whispered:

"Heh, old man, the aura of the Holy Dragon of Light isn't so easily concealed. Besides Shrek Academy, what other force could possibly produce twenty Title Douluos at once?"

Hearing that familiar voice, Moon had no choice but to take off his hat, revealing his aged face, and said with a complicated expression:

"Xiaoyao, what are you doing here?"

Long Xiaoyao faced him across the void, speaking indifferently:

"The reasons are too complicated to explain, but considering that we have known each other before, you can leave the Mingdetang researchers behind and depart in peace."

Upon hearing this, Jing Hongchen's expression changed instantly, and he quickly whispered:

"Dragon Master, Shrek Academy destroyed my Mingde Hall, how can we let them leave so easily?"

Long Xiaoyao glanced at him indifferently and said in a low voice:

"Master of the Red Dust Hall need not say more. I am acting on His Majesty's orders to handle this matter. If we become enemies with Shrek Academy, things will become extremely complicated. I have made my decision today, so there is no need to say more."

Jing Hongchen's face showed struggle, but then he suddenly remembered the matter of the two Limit Douluo of Shrek Academy. Now that Mingde Hall has been destroyed, if they really break ties with Shrek Academy, the chances of winning the war between Sun and Moon Academy are probably zero.

After all, who can guarantee that those lunatics of the Holy Spirit Cult will always stand on the side of the Sun and Moon Sect? The biggest variable right now is the hope that Lin Dong can grow up quickly.

Seeing that Jing Hongchen remained silent, a hint of joy flashed in Mu En's eyes. As if to ease the tense atmosphere, he replied lightly:

"It's true that we Shrek destroyed Mingde Hall, but didn't you guys also destroy Shrek? We also lost an elder, one of your researchers, whom we protected very well."

For the sake of peace on the mainland and friendship between the two sides, why don't we both take a step back and let this matter rest?

Jing Hongchen's expression changed in anger at his words. The extent of their destruction of Shrek Academy and the damage to Mingde Hall were not even on the same level. How could he say such a thing?

"Since you insist on settling accounts evenly, how about Shrek University funds the reconstruction of Mingde Hall, while Mingde Hall funds the renovation of Shrek University? What do you say?"

A detached voice broke the silence in the air. Looking in the direction of the voice, the speaker was Lin Dong, who had a calm expression on his face.

Long Xiaoyao couldn't help but frown, calmly releasing the pressure of a Limit Douluo, and proclaimed in an extremely calm tone:

"Young man, given the current situation, with your abilities and status, I'm afraid you're not qualified to make this decision."

Although Long Xiaoyao's words were harsh, they didn't bother the others. Even though Lin Dong had just saved them, he was only a Soul Venerable.

Such a matter, involving the entire continent, is not something even a prince is qualified to decide, let alone Lin Dong.

Lin Dong was not affected by his words in the slightest. From the moment this person said those words, Lin Dong knew that this matter could probably no longer be resolved by force.

Although Shrek Academy's top combat strength is roughly the same, the drawbacks of Soul Master combat and the safety of the Mingde Hall hostages greatly limit the power of the Sun Moon group.

The dozen or so additional Title Douluos on Shrek Academy's side were enough to change the course of the battlefield, but both sides were hesitant and unwilling to fight at full strength.

His current strength is not of much use in this kind of battle for the time being, and judging from how Moon addresses him, it is clear that the relationship between the two is not simple.

The best solution we can think of right now is to make Shrek suffer in this way.

As I pondered, a cool, aloof female voice broke the somber atmosphere:

Whether someone is qualified or not is not up to you to decide. If I, the Emperor, say he is qualified, then he is qualified.

The girl's tone was no different from Long Xiaoyao's earlier tone, and even subtly overpowered him to some extent.

The influence of a mysterious Limit Douluo who can fight Mu En to a standstill is something that even Long Xiaoyao cannot ignore.

A flicker of something unexpected crossed his eyes as he looked at the Snow Empress and spoke softly:

"Who are you? Why are you speaking for this kid? If I hadn't intervened in time, he would have been dead at the hands of the Shrek elders long ago."

The Snow Empress snorted coldly, "You are not qualified to know my identity." Lin Dong gently raised his hand, signaling the Snow Empress to calm down, and looked up at Long Xiaoyao:

"Thank you for your timely rescue, senior. However, since you belong to the Sun and Moon faction, my suggestion should be reasonable, wouldn't you agree, Dean Hongchen?"

Jing Hongchen, whose expression had just been unpleasant, seized the opportunity and nodded solemnly:

"Lin Dong is right, Elder Long. I support Lin Dong. Isn't the goal to maintain friendly relations between the two sides?"

"Then we'll settle things evenly. Although Mingdetang is short of funds, for the sake of our friendship, we can still scrape together this little bit of money."

"you!…"

The upright Mu En could not stand this kind of yin-yang. Although Shrek Academy was the number one academy on the continent, it would be suicidal to compete with Mingde Hall in terms of financial resources.

Moreover, he knew that with the two seniors from the Clear Sky Sect making a move, the damage to Shrek Academy would not be too great. Furthermore, the value of soul tools was not even in the same league as the Shrek Academy buildings.

Seeing this, Long Xiaoyao frowned. He seemed to have underestimated Lin Dong's influence among Jing Hongchen and the others. He had originally wanted to give Mu En some face, but judging from the current situation, it seemed that wouldn't be possible.

The old emperor only said not to escalate the situation and cause war, and the feasibility of this statement is self-evident.

Turning his gaze to Ye Yulin and Lin Jiayi, he found that they showed no intention of speaking up for him. He could understand why Jing Hongchen valued Lin Dong so much, but why were the two of them acting like this?

At this moment, Mu En was at a loss. Even if Long Xiaoyao had a past with him, given the current situation, he was unlikely to help him. Was he really going to have to pay up to avoid trouble?

Looking at Lin Dong's calm face, Long Xiaoyao hesitated for a moment before speaking with a hint of anger:

"As I just said, His Majesty entrusted this matter to me. The issue of mutual compensation may still need further discussion."

Lin Dong remained expressionless, seemingly talking to himself, yet also as if conversing with Long Xiaoyao: "It seems that this senior and this person from Shrek Academy have more than just an acquaintance."

Upon hearing this, Jing Hongchen's expression changed drastically, and he quickly stepped in front of Lin Dong. There were hardly any normal people in the Holy Spirit Sect, and he couldn't guarantee what Long Xiaoyao might do if he suddenly went mad.

Seemingly noticing his actions, Long Xiaoyao narrowed his eyes into a dangerous arc, and slowly said to Lin Dong:

"Young man, are you sure you want to go this far?"

Faced with the implicit threat in his words, Lin Dong shrugged indifferently and revealed a harmless smile.

"Dean Hongchen, what do you think?"

Jing Hongchen immediately nodded, forcing a seemingly friendly smile at Mu En and Long Xiaoyao:

"I'm naturally willing to spend money once for the sake of 'peace' between the two sides. What do you say, Elder Master of the Sea God Pavilion?"

Even with Mu En's temperament, he was quite annoyed by the two of them talking back and forth. If it weren't for Long Xiaoyao and that ferocious beast being there, he would have slapped those two weirdos to death long ago.

However, given the current situation, the Soul Master Legion behind Long Xiaoyao has already arrived. If the two sides really break off relations, they will surely end up with both sides suffering heavy losses.

The academy's vital forces were all here, and besides, he wouldn't feel at ease entrusting the academy to Xuanzi if something were to happen to him.

He cast a complicated gaze at Long Xiaoyao. He knew that the latter would not be someone who aided and abetted evil, so why would he have gone to the Sun Moon Empire?

Judging from the implication in Jing Hongchen's words, his position is probably not low. So why would he go and help the people of the Sun Moon Empire?

Without time to think too much, he could only place all his hopes on Long Xiaoyao, and then looked at Long Xiaoyao with a meaningful look in his eyes, hoping that the other party could help him.

A hint of helplessness flashed in Long Xiaoyao's eyes, and he sighed inwardly: Although I am willing to help, Mingde Hall is of great importance to Sun and Moon, and even has the right to make independent decisions.

Jing Hongchen is the true head of Mingde Hall, and he firmly stands on that kid's side. The two of them dared to make such demands on Shrek Academy precisely because they knew that Mu En wouldn't dare to fight with all his might.

If it weren't for the woman beside Lin Dong, Mu En would never have compromised so easily.

The existence of a Limit Douluo is something no one can ignore, but the girl only listens to Lin Dong, and there's nothing he can do about it.

Most importantly, what I've done here might reach Xi Shui's ears in the future, which will definitely make her angry again. This is all I can do...

Looking at the silent Long Xiaoyao, Mu En sighed helplessly. It seemed that today's matter was something he had to agree to, whether he wanted to or not.

Yan Shaozhe exclaimed anxiously from the side, "Elder Mu, you absolutely can't agree to this! We'll fight them to the death! With so many Title Douluos, are we afraid of them?!"

Mu En was furious at his words, but she tried her best to suppress her anger and looked at Yan Shaozhe coldly, saying:

"Shut up! Do you think you can defeat two Limit Douluos? Can we afford such a heavy price to pay!"

"Are you really going to send the elders to their deaths in battle based on just one sentence from you? Do you have the guts? So easily swayed, how will you ever shoulder great responsibilities in the future!"

This was the first time Yan Shaozhe had seen Mu En so angry. His face turned ugly, and he reluctantly shut his mouth. Mu En looked at Lin Dong with a complicated expression and said:

"Lin Dong, is it? I am Mu En, the Pavilion Master of the Sea God Pavilion. I have heard about your feud with Xuanzi. I wonder if we can take this opportunity to turn hostility into friendship and work together to maintain peace on the entire continent."

Lin Dong replied indifferently, "Not interested. Let that old dog Xuanzi wash his neck and wait."

Mu En was clearly surprised that Lin Dong, at such a young age, would speak so crudely. His withered face flushed with anger, and the usually composed man trembled as he spoke:

"Since you insist on this, then I won't say any more. Peace on the mainland was hard-won, and since you're determined to destroy it, Shrek Academy will gladly oblige!"

I'm currently reading the error-free version! This is the first time I've published this novel.

"What kind of Shrek Academy people are you? Are you all so noisy? Hurry up and sign the agreement that needs to be signed, and stop talking so much nonsense."

Hearing Lin Dong speak such irritating words in such a calm tone, the Shrek Academy students all blushed, but could only glance at the mysterious girl beside him and forcefully shut their mouths.

Jing Hongchen winked at Wang Yiheng: "Go and get the brush and ink. Oh, and bring the recording soul tool too. How can we not take a picture to commemorate such an important moment?"

"You!" Upon hearing this, the elders of Shrek Academy almost completely broke down. This matter concerned Shrek Academy's eternal glory. If today's events were to spread, how much damage would it cause to Shrek Academy's honor!

If Moon hadn't been silent, these elders would have already taken action. Moon seemed to have accepted this fact, letting out a somewhat dejected sigh.

"No problem. For the sake of peace on the mainland and the development of Shrek Academy, these things are no big deal."

"Elder Mu! This concerns Shrek Academy's eternal glory. How can we so easily abandon it? If word gets out, the prestige Shrek Academy has built up over the years will likely be completely destroyed!"

Moon seemed to have made up his mind, and looking at the elders, he said in a deep voice:

"As the head of the Sea God Pavilion, I hereby order that this matter need not be discussed further. I will explain the reasons to you when I return to the academy."

Seeing that Mu En had said so, everyone nodded somewhat reluctantly. They were all one in ten thousand Title Douluo, and usually took pride in their status as elders of the Sea God Pavilion.

With this news spreading today, where will they put their old faces? If it weren't for Mu En's prestige, they wouldn't have agreed to this even if they were killed.

A hint of surprise flashed in Lin Dong's eyes as he looked at Mu En. He hadn't expected that Shrek Academy, which could produce a beast like Xuan Zi, could also cultivate someone like this.

He knew how to be patient and assess the situation, and he also possessed the strength of a Limit Douluo. Unfortunately, one person's leadership cannot carry the entire Shrek Academy, especially since this person's lifespan was nearing its end.

If nothing unexpected happens, that idiot Xuanzi will be the one leading Shrek Academy. I just don't know if that old dog can hold out until then…

As Lin Dong sighed, Wang Yiheng ran out of the military tent carrying paper, pen, and a square black box.

They shook off the ashes, patted the contents onto their chests, and excitedly handed the items to Jing Hongchen. As true Sun and Moon people, they were too excited to speak.

That's Shrek Academy, which dominated the continent for ten thousand years! Back then, it was Shrek Academy that prevented the Sun Moon Empire from unifying.

If it weren't for Lin Dong's heroic efforts in this competition, the title of champion of the All-Continent Soul Master Tournament would have been firmly held by Shrek Academy for ten thousand years.

This was a moment when they could finally hold their heads high, and the soldiers present couldn't help but feel their blood boiling.

Countless fervent gazes were fixed on Lin Dong, for they knew that everything before them was due to this mysterious young man who had suddenly appeared.

Not only does he have a bodyguard with the strength of a Limit Douluo, but he also holds such a high position in the eyes of the Red Dust Hall Master. Furthermore, he shows no fear when facing Long Xiaoyao, and can make Shrek Academy put down their pride.

It should be noted that this treaty and the image-recording soul tool were signed in the military tent of the Sun and Moon Army, and the amount involved was outrageous.

They claim it's for the sake of peace on the mainland, but in most people's eyes, it's just that Shrek Academy was forced to sign this humiliating treaty because they were captured by the Sun and Moon.

An overwhelming sense of national pride brought tears to the eyes of the soldiers of Sun and Moon, their bodies trembling. Someone shouted first:

"Lin Dong is mighty! The Lord of the Red Dust Hall is mighty!"

In an instant, the entire arena erupted in a deafening roar of cheers. These cheers were like solid slaps, each one striking the fragile and vulnerable pride of the Shrek students.

The current scene made the elders feel like defeated prisoners of war, being used as amusement by the imperial soldiers.

The elders, their faces flushed, bowed their heads and remained silent, as if being paraded through the streets, waiting for Moon to come forward and sign the treaty.

Before long, Mu En's withered face twitched. Looking at the recording soul tool, he forced a smile, while Jing Hongchen laughed heartily.

For him, signing this contract today was even more exciting than winning the competition with Lin Dong. This was the legendary Sea God Pavilion Master!

The treaty clearly states: "In order to jointly build peace on the continent and ease tensions between the two sides, the estimated cost of repairing the Mingde Hall damaged by Shrek Academy is 200 million gold soul coins."

The repair costs for the damage caused to Shrek Academy buildings by Lin Dong, Jing Hongchen, and others are estimated at one million gold soul coins, and both parties should pay in full within ten days.

Looking at the glaring golden characters, Moon's face twitched: "Shouldn't we be able to leave now?"

Jing Hongchen was taken aback for a moment, then laughed heartily without any attempt to hide his excitement: "Of course, no problem! Shrek Academy's sacrifices for the peace of the entire continent will surely spread throughout the whole continent. The old sect leader is truly righteous!"

The Shrek Academy members were already somewhat numb from the cheers of the soldiers and the sarcastic remarks of Lin Dong and his companion.

They had never felt time pass so slowly. Moon snorted coldly.

"Then let's not stay any longer, everyone."

Watching the Shrek Academy members flee in panic, Jing Hongchen's smile deepened, and he couldn't help but pat Lin Dong on the shoulder:

"Good lad, it has to be you! One million for two hundred million, I've never made such a lucrative deal in my life!"

Lin Dong smiled faintly: "Dean, you're too kind. Besides, this is just a small prize. If we weren't so confident, two hundred million gold soul coins wouldn't be enough to buy their lives."

Seeing the murderous intent in Lin Dong's eyes, even Long Xiaoyao narrowed his eyes. He wasn't giving him any face at all. Somewhat embarrassed, he changed the subject:

"Master of the Red Dust Hall, where are your two precious grandchildren and your entourage? Why are only you few here?"

(End of this chapter)