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"What proposal?" The high-ranking officials and teachers around sat solemnly, waiting quietly for his speech.
Many people cast surprised glances one after another.
Yan Shaozhe, as the dean of Shrek Academy, was knowledgeable and mature.
In every major decision before this, except concerning the Shui Family, he had been as steady as a mountain.
But this time, as soon as the dean introduced the topic, he stood up.
It was enough to show the seriousness of the matter.
"I intend to give my Shui Family cultivation quota to Beibei," Yan Shaozhe's voice echoed through the entire conference hall.
"What!?"
"No, I disagree!"
Old Lin slammed the table, extremely angry.
This sudden proposal surprised everyone present, and they immediately started discussing it fervently.
"Dean, what do you mean by this?"
"The cultivation quota from the Shui Family was personally obtained by you. You should be the one to go!"
"Yes, Dean, you are the pillar of our academy. Only by going to the Shui Family can you break through to the Titled Douluo level, and then our academy's future will have hope!"
"Moreover, your quota was bestowed by the Chief of the Shui Clan. What a precious opportunity!"
"And besides, if even the Dean himself doesn't go, who else is qualified?"
Seeing everyone discussing fervently, Yan Shaozhe shook his head. He spoke solemnly, "Although the Chief of the Shui Clan values me, I am aware of my situation. I am the dean of Shrek, not a member of the Shui Family."
"The Shui Family is such a vast clan with abundant resources. They have so many of their own people needing cultivation that they can't manage them all. As an outsider, how could I possibly expect them to allocate all their resources to me for continuous breakthroughs?"
"Furthermore, even if the Chief of the Shui Clan is willing to provide me with the best cultivation resources, the high-level elders of the Shui Family may not necessarily accept it willingly."
"They would consider it troublesome enough not to cause me trouble, let alone let me break through to the Titled Douluo realm."
"And have you all forgotten? Our previous Titled Douluo from Shrek Academy, Elder Xuan, is still being confined by the Shui Family! I don't want to follow in his footsteps."
The dean's words left everyone bewildered.
The scene fell into silence, deathly quiet.
Beibei listened but felt uneasy. She stood up, attempting to persuade Yan Shaozhe, "Dean, I disagree with your decision to give up this opportunity. You are the backbone of our academy, and you should personally go to the Shui Family for cultivation."
Yan Shaozhe shook his head. He calmly said, "Beibei, I understand what you mean. However, you are an elite of Shrek Academy. Our academy lacks cultivation resources, while the Shui Family possesses abundant resources and strong support. This is undoubtedly a suitable opportunity for you."
"Moreover, since you have already been expelled from the Tang Sect by Tang Ya, you can rightfully enter the Shui Family."
Upon hearing Yan Shaozhe's words, Beibei couldn't help but feel shaken.
She thought of being expelled from the Tang Sect by Tang Ya, feeling a sense of confusion and helplessness.
She had to go to the Tang Sect to find Tang Ya and ask for a clear explanation!
So, instead of refusing further, she calmly replied, "Dean, since you have decided this way, I am willing to accept your arrangement and go to the Shui Family for training."
Yan Shaozhe nodded approvingly, looking at Beibei with satisfaction.
He knew that Beibei was a smart and strong girl.
"I won't disappoint myself."
"Alright, today's meeting ends here. Everyone, you can go back to your tasks now," Yan Shaozhe said with a relieved sigh.
He waved his hand, and everyone dispersed.
The meeting concluded.
Beibei stepped out of the Sea God Pavilion's gates and made her way back to the gathering place of the Tang Sect.
Entering the room, a faint sense of loneliness enveloped the entire space.
Candlelight flickered, casting a melancholic hue on everyone's faces.
"Everyone, I have something to discuss," Beibei entered the room, her tone hesitant.
People raised their heads, their eyes reflecting a hint of confusion.
He caitou frowned slightly, already sensing what was coming.
"What's the matter? Go ahead," He caitou said indifferently, his tone carrying a hint of coldness.
Beibei swallowed nervously and then spoke haltingly, "I'm planning to represent Shrek Academy in training at the Shui Family."
"What!? You want to represent Shrek Academy and go to the Shui Family!?"
"That enemy's home!"
For a moment, the room fell so silent that one could hear a pin drop.
The gazes of the crowd intermingled with surprise, confusion, and disappointment.
"Beibei, what... what are you talking about?" He caitou's voice turned sharp. "Are you planning to abandon us and go to the Shui Family?"
"They are our enemies!"
Beibei hurriedly waved her hands to explain, "No, I just want to go to the Shui Family to ask Tang Ya for clarification. I don't intend to leave the Tang Sect."
"Then why represent Shrek?" Xiao Xiao furrowed her brow. "Aren't you one of us from the Tang Sect?"
Beibei fell silent for a moment. She knew that no matter how she explained, she couldn't make everyone fully believe her intentions.
Hecaotou said coldly, "You don't need to explain. After all, you're the grandson of the Dragon God Douluo. Naturally, you should inherit Shrek Academy."
"You and us, we're not on the same path at all!"
"No! I don't want to abandon you!" Beibei desperately wanted to explain, but she felt like her words were choked in her throat, unable to come out.
The room fell silent, a palpable awkwardness and sense of loss shrouding the space.
"Alright, let's not discuss this further," Beibei sighed. "I know you all have doubts, but I really just want to visit the Shui Family. I won't leave the Tang Sect."
"Well, as I see it, the Tang Sect is already a mere shadow of its former self."
"Everyone, let's go. Let's leave this place of sorrow."
The crowd slowly dispersed.
Only Jiang Nannan remained silent, deeply looking at Beibei, sighing softly.
She lowered her head, lost in thought.
"I... I really..."
Beibei looked at the expressions of the crowd, feeling a wave of sadness. He didn't want to hurt anyone, but reality was cruel.
Everyone left him alone.
Late at night, Beibei came to the lakeside alone, gazing at the faint ripples on the lake's surface reflecting the dim light.
The lake water was deep black, much like his current mood.
Jiang Nannan walked over, quietly standing beside him.
"Don't be sad, Beibei," she comforted softly. " He caitou and the others are just a little angry for now. They'll come around."
"Thank you, Jiang Nannan."
Beibei smiled faintly, feeling a warmth in his heart.
"Beibei, you will always be the pride of the Tang Sect."
"I believe in you."
Jiang Nannan looked at the lake's surface, her gaze firm. "You will lead us out of this predicament. You won't disappoint Tang Ya and Huo Yuhao."
"Rest assured, Nannan. I definitely won't!"
Beibei clenched his fists firmly, as if making a solemn vow.
(End of Chapter)