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In the palace, the soldiers of the Heavenly Soul Empire assisted the Shui Clan in rounding up the nobles. Meanwhile, the Heavenly Soul Emperor stood respectfully beside Shui Wuya, filled with awe.
Shui Wuya stood high above, gazing deeply at the battlefield below.
"From today onward, the Douling Empire and the Heavenly Soul Empire will reunite to form the Tian Dou Empire. And you, Heavenly Soul Emperor, will be its ruler."
To Shui Wuya, no matter how vast an empire might be, it was merely a worldly power. If not for the power of faith, he wouldn't have bothered to intervene.
Upon hearing this, the Heavenly Soul Emperor's face lit up with joy. His hands trembled slightly in excitement.
"Thank you, Clan Leader Shui. From now on, the Tian Dou Empire will follow the Shui Clan's lead without hesitation, even if it means facing the greatest perils!"
The Heavenly Soul Emperor spoke solemnly, his voice filled with determination. He knew that Shui Wuya sought a higher path of cultivation, one that distanced itself from worldly matters. To him, this was a divine blessing.
Shui Wuya looked at the Heavenly Soul Emperor, a hint of trust in his eyes.
"Emperor of Heavenly Soul, leading this nation requires both wisdom and courage. I believe you have the potential to be a great leader."
The Heavenly Soul Emperor felt Shui Wuya's encouragement, and a wave of confidence surged within him.
"Thank you for your trust, Clan Leader Shui. I will do everything in my power to live up to your expectations."
He responded earnestly.
Shui Wuya smiled and nodded, then added, "Remember, as a leader, you must always prioritize the well-being of the people and protect the nation and its citizens."
The Heavenly Soul Emperor stood tall, filled with resolve.
"Clan Leader, I will not betray your trust. I will dedicate myself fully to the prosperity of the Tian Dou Empire."
Shui Wuya smiled approvingly. "Very well, Heavenly Soul Emperor. Your resolve and conviction will shape the future of this land."
The Heavenly Soul Emperor bowed deeply, expressing his determination and loyalty.
Time passed swiftly.
The operation within the palace proceeded smoothly, with the nobles being apprehended one by one without incident.
Shui Wuya felt the power of faith growing within him, a sign of his expanding influence. Satisfied, he knew his only remaining targets were the Sun Moon Empire and the Holy Spirit Sect.
The situation with the Holy Spirit Sect was more complex. They were mostly evil soul masters with stubborn natures, unlikely to submit easily. If he couldn't persuade them to surrender, Shui Wuya would have no choice but to eliminate them all.
As for the Sun Moon Empire, Shui Wuya had already dispatched his elders to carry out the necessary actions.
"I wonder how things are progressing," Shui Wuya thought, deciding to visit the Sun Moon Empire personally.
With a gust of wind at his feet, Shui Wuya's figure streaked through the clouds like lightning, heading toward the Sun Moon Empire.
In the capital's imperial palace, the grand and majestic buildings stood before him, surrounded by towering walls that exuded an air of solemnity.
The palace grounds were bustling with people, coming and going in a flurry of activity. Guards patrolled the gates, ensuring the palace's security.
Inside the grand hall of the palace, the elders of the Shui Clan had gathered, their expressions solemn.
"Heavenly Soul Emperor, everything is ready. Go and bring them here. It's time to publicly judge these people from the Douling Empire."
An elder of the Shui Clan commanded the Heavenly Soul Emperor.
"At once!"
The Heavenly Soul Emperor promptly obeyed and left the secret chamber without hesitation.
Meanwhile, on the other side, Shui Wuya found himself at the gates of Shrek Academy after wandering for some time.
The towering spires rose from the ground, and the majestic architecture exuded an aura of solemnity and mystery.
It was the time for new students to enroll. In the Shrek Academy square, the freshmen sat in a circle around a senior student, listening intently to his introduction.
The senior's voice echoed across the square: "Our Shrek Academy was established 100 years after the Era of Ascension and has a history of 9,900 years."
With pride, he continued, "Shrek Academy was brought to prominence by the first generation of the Shrek Seven Devils, and it has become one of the continent's top academies."
"The first generation of the Shrek Seven Devils are the pride of our academy. They were the seven most outstanding geniuses of the post-Ascension Era, unmatched in strength and courage. They fought across the continent, undefeated, and made Shrek Academy's name known far and wide!"
The senior pointed to the sculptures in the center of the square, guiding the new students' gaze.
Shui Wuya stood silently to the side, observing. His eyes fell upon the seven statues at the center of the square, and a wave of nostalgia washed over him.
These statues, once representing seven Extreme Douluo, had now transformed into figures he no longer recognized.
"These statues once embodied the grace of seven Ultimate Douluo, whose names have been celebrated across the continent," the senior said reverently. "Their leader, Tang Tian, was a legendary figure. He founded the Tang Sect, which was once the most powerful organization on the continent, though now it's only a tale of the past."
The freshmen listened with rapt attention, their eyes shining with fervor.
One of them stood up, full of admiration, and asked, "Senior, do gods really exist?"
The senior smiled and nodded. "Of course they do, and there are many, like the Ice God, the Fire God, the Angel God, and others. The Shrek Seven Devils were the most outstanding among those under these gods, and their legendary stories inspire every Shrek student to strive for greatness."
Curiosity sparkled in the freshmen's eyes, and one couldn't help but ask, "Who's stronger, the Shrek Seven Devils or the Shui Clan today?"
The senior hesitated momentarily, then smiled wryly and shook his head. "That... can't really be compared. After all, the Shui Clan are the descendants of gods."
He avoided the question, unwilling to draw comparisons with the Shui Clan, as it was far too sensitive a topic.
"But if we work hard, we can become powerful soul masters," the senior continued, his tone full of encouragement. "In this world, there are no useless bloodlines, only useless soul masters! As long as you persevere and train diligently, you can become a force to be reckoned with."
The freshmen, inspired by the senior's words, were filled with determination.
"There are no useless bloodlines, only useless soul masters!"
"I'll work hard too and make a name for myself on this continent!"
Their eyes gleamed with resolve and hope as they eagerly nodded in agreement.
Seeing this, Shui Wuya said nothing and quietly left the gates of Shrek Academy.
(End of Chapter)