Can a Title Douluo ignore the rules?
Yes.
In most cases, yes.
They are the strongest beings in the world and can naturally disregard rules meant to bind the weak.
However, this applies only when there's an imbalance of power.
But while Li Yu is from the Heaven Dou Empire Royal Family, the symbol representing the highest honor of the Spirit Hall is not as simple as it seems!
Only six of these exist!
Three are held by the top three sects: the Clear Sky Sect, the Blue Electric Tyrannosaurus Rex family, and the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.
The remaining three belong to the Spirit Hall.
This is why the earlier assumptions about Li Yu's position might have underestimated the true holders of this symbol.
As a result, those who knew about this turned their gaze to the one who had spoken.
A graceful young man stepped onto the stage.
It was Xue Qinghe.
Beside him stood a man holding a scepter, exuding a calm demeanor.
Ning Fengzhi, the head of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.
Xue Beng gritted his teeth, glaring at Xue Qinghe with resentment in his eyes, as though looking at an enemy.
Prince Xue Xing nodded lightly and smiled at Ning Fengzhi: "Sect Master Ning, what brings you to watch this... childish spectacle?"
As the Prince of the Heaven Dou Empire, he was naturally familiar with Ning Rongrong.
When Li Yu used the willow branches to lash Ning Rongrong earlier, he had been twitching at the corners of his mouth. But now, seeing Ning Fengzhi arrive, he quickly pretended to be oblivious to what had just happened.
To avoid affecting the relationship between the Heaven Dou Empire and the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, he quickly labeled the conflict as "childish play."
Ning Fengzhi simply nodded slightly before turning his gaze toward Yu Xiaogang and the others.
His voice was cold as he spoke, "I thought Rongrong would receive proper training at Shrek Academy, so I allowed her some indulgence.
But now, it seems that the values of your academy's faculty and students do not align with the educational goals of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School."
"From now on, Rongrong will have no further dealings with your academy!"
After speaking, a sudden sword intent descended, and Ning Rongrong, who had been unconscious, vanished in an instant.
Everyone stared in shock at what just happened, realizing Ning Rongrong's true identity.
Earlier, they had focused on Tang San and Li Yu.
Ning Rongrong and Oscar, who had been lingering at the edges, hadn't caught much attention. But now, they remembered the martial soul Ning Rongrong had released earlier!
[Seven Treasure Glazed Tile], the number one support-type martial soul in the world!
"Sword Douluo?" Meng Shenji wiped the sweat from his forehead, fear flickering across his face.
"Could the badge in that man's hand belong to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School?" someone asked.
"Sect Master Ning, there seems to be some misunderstanding..."
Flender, upon hearing Ning Fengzhi's demand that Ning Rongrong leave Shrek Academy and questioning the worldview of its faculty and students, immediately grew anxious.
He quickly spoke up,
"Flender, there's no need to say more. My decision is final, and it will not change!"
Ning Fengzhi merely glanced at Flender, showing no intention of responding further.
At this moment, Yu Xiaogang and the others also wore grim expressions.
Li Yu, who had just happily received her soul ring, walked gracefully to Qian Renxue's side, hooking her arm. But now, she displayed an expression of shock after hearing Ning Fengzhi's words:
"The girl earlier, what is her relation to you, Uncle Ning?"
"She's my daughter," Ning Fengzhi replied with a smile, seeming unaffected by the fact that Li Yu had injured Ning Rongrong.
Li Yu knew Ning Rongrong's identity, but her current behavior was purely intentional.
"I apologize, Uncle Ning!"
Qian Renxue's voice rang out, her tone apologetic as she addressed Ning Fengzhi. "After that day, Li Yu went to the Sunset Forest to get a soul ring and was later invited by the Poison Douluo for a visit. So, I didn't have the chance to explain the situation in the Heaven Dou Empire to you!"
"Poison Douluo?"
Ning Fengzhi's heart stirred at the mention of Li Yu's connection with Dugu Bo.
However, he understood the importance of the occasion and didn't press the issue.
Instead, he shook his head, "No matter, if it weren't for this, I probably wouldn't have known about Shrek Academy's educational approach. If I've misled Rongrong, that's indeed a serious matter!"
"The physical pain should serve as a lesson for her!"
Ning Fengzhi understood the situation clearly.
Although Ning Rongrong's injury seemed serious, it wasn't truly a big deal and would heal quickly.
What mattered most was her education.
Guiding her back onto the right path was the real issue.
Moreover, Li Yu's displayed talent was something truly worth courting and befriending.
Four rings, three purple and one black—unheard of!
Even Ning Fengzhi had to admit, it was terrifying!
"Thank you, Uncle Ning, for not holding it against me!" Li Yu immediately bowed to Ning Fengzhi, her eyes shifting. "During my time with the Poison Douluo, I acquired some rare items. Among them, there's one that may greatly benefit my sister. If you trust me, Uncle Ning, perhaps you could let her come to me once she's recovered."
"I'll thank you on her behalf."
Ning Fengzhi smiled slightly, his demeanor warm.
In reality, he didn't care much about what treasures Li Yu had. The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School was already filled with treasures. Why would he need Li Yu's help?
However, he was willing to give Li Yu face and hoped that Ning Rongrong would interact more with her.
Li Yu could see what Ning Fengzhi was thinking but didn't say much.
Once Ning Rongrong's [Seven Treasure Glazed Tile] evolved into [Nine Treasure Glazed Tile], Ning Fengzhi wouldn't be so calm anymore.
Of course, if Ning Rongrong didn't show understanding, Ning Fengzhi would forget everything he said today and might just offer her a random herb to appease her.
He wasn't a fool, and the rare Qiluo Yujinxiang wasn't something you could find just anywhere.
Qian Renxue's gaze stayed lovingly fixed on Li Yu.
When she saw that Ning Fengzhi didn't hold anything against Li Yu, she felt pleased.
She soon refocused her attention and turned her cold eyes to Yu Xiaogang.
"As I know, this token only exists in six pieces.
I know your identity, but with your connection to the Blue Electric Tyrannosaurus Rex family, this token cannot possibly belong to them."
Clear Sky Douluo.
That name was deafening, dazzling.
But how could this be possible?
How could such a person have any connection with a nameless academy like Shrek?
Ning Fengzhi's gaze flickered slightly.
He was certain the token in Yu Xiaogang's hand was real because he himself had one.
And Xue Qinghe's deduction made sense.
Now, it seemed the only possibility was that the one from Tang Hao had ended up in Yu Xiaogang's hands!
Thinking of this, Ning Fengzhi's gaze fell on Tang San.
Tang San, with his martial soul, [Blue Silver Grass]...
It seemed highly likely!
He remembered the rumors from back then, and his gaze became even stranger.
This situation, it seemed, was becoming quite troublesome!
At that moment, a voice suddenly rang out—
"Yes, it's mine."