Dark clouds rapidly morphed into the shape of a tiger's head, exuding an overwhelming, oppressive aura that spread through the air.

Yan Shaozhe halted immediately, stepping forward to shield the Shrek students behind him. His expression was grim as he stared at the stormy sky.

"Zhang Peng? You're still alive? I thought you had been dead for years."

"Hahaha! Yan Shaozhe, you overthink things too much. I'm not so easy to kill. But I see your sharp tongue is as foul as ever. What's the matter? You really want me dead that badly?" Zhang Peng's thunderous voice boomed from within the clouds.

Yan Shaozhe's face remained cold.

"Of course. The infamous Scorpion Tiger Douluo Zhang Peng is a man of countless sins. If you're appearing at this particular time and place, it means you're planning something sinister again.

Teacher was merciful and spared your life and now, you repay that kindness by causing more trouble."

At these words, the storm clouds churned violently, and an elderly figure in black robes emerged. A bone chilling aura spread outward, making many of the Shrek students feel uneasy.

Zhang Peng locked eyes with Yan Shaozhe, falling silent for a moment before finally speaking.

"Back then, Elder Mu spared my life, and for that, I have always been grateful. With his power, he could have easily killed me.

That's why, as long as Elder Mu was alive, I would never lay a hand on a Shrek student even if someone held a knife to my throat.

But it's been so many years, and I haven't heard a single word about Elder Mu.

The only one I ever hear about is Xuan Zi.

I'm guessing Elder Mu died from the wounds he suffered in that battle against Poison Immortal Douluo long ago.

Yet, you Shrek people have been hiding this from the world, pretending he's still alive. Quite the deception, I must say."

Yan Shaozhe narrowed his eyes slightly, but remained silent.

Elder Mu was still alive but his body was in terrible condition.

If he were to fight, it would almost certainly cost him his life.

That's why the once legendary Dragon God Douluo had remained silent in the world for so many years.

Seeing that Yan Shaozhe wasn't answering, Zhang Peng sighed.

"Yan Shaozhe, I'm only following orders by intercepting you here today.

Who survives this battle will be up to fate.

But don't worry I won't kill you.

You are Elder Mu's disciple, after all.

Once the war is over, I will personally visit Elder Mu's grave to apologize."

Suddenly, a furious female voice echoed from above.

"Zhang Peng! Elder Mu spared your life, and this is how you repay him? You question his survival and dare to attack Shrek Academy's students?

Since you've already made your choice, then I will personally send you to your grave today!"

In an instant, a dragon's roar erupted, and a brilliant cyan streak of light surged forward, crashing toward Zhang Peng like a raging tidal wave.

The Battle Begins

Zhang Peng's expression shifted slightly in surprise.

With a wave of his hands, dark energy surged outward, forming a barrier that blocked the cyan wave.

The two forces collided mid air, sending shockwaves rippling in all directions.

He sneered.

"Martial God Douluo Xian Lin'er. So, you're here too?"

Even though she and Yan Shaozhe broke up, Shrek Academy still assigned her to protect these students?

"Looks like Shrek Academy values them quite highly."

"Enough talk! Today is the day you die!" Xian Lin'er's anger flared.

Back when she and Yan Shaozhe were in a relationship, he had flirted with countless women behind her back.

Infuriated, she left him and instead married Qian Duoduo out of spite.

Though they were technically husband and wife, their marriage was in name only.

"Hahaha!" Zhang Peng laughed mockingly.

"Still holding on to old emotions, Xian Lin'er?

You're the Martial God Douluo, yet you waste your time thinking about a hypocrite like Yan Shaozhe?"

Xian Lin'er's face darkened in fury.

She charged forward, the phantom of a cyan flame dragon flickering behind her.

A deafening dragon's roar echoed through the sky, and a storm of blazing cyan flames erupted around her, surging toward Zhang Peng.

Zhang Peng, however, wasn't intimidated.

His Scorpion Tiger martial soul was a variant of the Dark Demon Evil God Tiger, making him incredibly powerful.

With a mighty roar, dark energy burst forth, repelling the incoming flames.

His body morphed into a massive black tiger, its dark purple eyes gleaming with killing intent.

Behind him, a long scorpion tail lashed violently, surrounded by a storm of dark energy.

With a low growl, he flicked his tail, sending countless needle like beams flying toward Xian Lin'er.

These were the Scorpion Tail Needles, a deadly soul skill anyone struck would be poisoned instantly.

Xian Lin'er's Counterattack

But Xian Lin'er was unfazed.

As a Sea God's Pavilion Elder, her strength was undeniable.

With a swift motion, she brandished a high grade Level 8 soul tool spear.

Another dragon's roar erupted as a cyan flame dragon appeared behind her.

Her body enlarged slightly, her aura growing even stronger.

Years of Shrek Academy research had shown that Super Douluos could activate True Body Descent using their martial soul's true form while maintaining their human shape.

And Xian Lin'er excelled in human combat.

Thus, she chose to fight in this form rather than fully transforming into her dragon form.

With a swing of her spear, cyan flames surged along its length, raising the air's temperature dramatically.

She spun the spear rapidly, creating an impenetrable wall of fire.

Zhang Peng's Scorpion Tail Needles clashed against the flames, producing a series of metallic clangs before being incinerated.

In the next instant, she closed the distance, launching a fierce melee assault against Zhang Peng.

Meanwhile…

"Dean Yan, will Dean Xian be able to win?" Ye Xiaosheng asked, concern evident on his face.

"Have faith in her."

Yan Shaozhe smiled confidently.

"Her title is Martial God Douluo for a reason.

Countless warriors have fallen before her.

Zhang Peng may be strong, but Lin'er will win."

Suddenly, a chilling aura swept across the area.

Yan Shaozhe's keen senses reacted immediately his body emitted a brilliant white glow, instantly dispersing the ominous energy.

"Who's there?"

"Stop hiding like a rat and show yourself!"

A hoarse voice chuckled.

"Impressive perception, Dean Yan."

Another elderly voice followed.

"Indeed… we almost had them.

But now… it seems we'll have to fight you first."

Two elderly figures materialized, surrounding the Shrek students.

Each had nine soul rings, their aura formidable.

They were the Ten Thousand Souls Douluo and Hatred Douluo both elders of the Holy Spirit Cult and powerful Titled Douluos.

Yan Shaozhe's face darkened.

"So, you two are Zhang Peng's backup?"

The situation was getting worse.

Even though he trusted Xian Lin'er, taking down Zhang Peng would take time.

And now…

Two more powerful enemies had arrived.

(End of chapter.)

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