Chapter 124: The High-Minded and Upright Shrek

Tang San was clearly taken aback and hurriedly asked, "Dean, what is the trick to this?"

Zhao Wuji had long since heard this spiel and explained on his behalf, "Establishing the academy outside the city, far from the bustling areas, can effectively prevent the atmosphere of extravagance within the academy."

"Don't forget, those who can attend the Royal Academy are almost all descendants of nobles."

Such words were only worth listening to.

Shrek Academy was established outside the city, yet did Dai Mubai and Ma Hongjun go to pleasure houses any less?

By the same logic, the students of Tiandou Huangjia Xueyuan would not miss out on any of the enjoyment they were due.

Tang San and the others suddenly understood, looking as if they had benefited greatly.

Yu Xiaogang interjected coldly, "That's because you had no money and could only set up outside the city. They have money and are actively restraining their desires."

For a moment, Flender was incredibly embarrassed and cast a resentful look.

While joking, they walked toward the entrance.

Unsurprisingly, they were soon stopped by guards, "What are you doing? Tiandou Huangjia Xueyuan is no place for you to run wild."

Having to ask for favors, Flender kept his posture very low, "Young man, please report that Shrek Academy has arrived as promised."

"Shrek?" the guard asked, puzzled.

Qin Ming had already been executed, and matters regarding Shrek Academy had subsequently been forgotten by the people.

Seeing their earnest appearance, the guard assumed they were an academy invited for an exchange and dared not be negligent.

"Wait here, I will go and report."

The one-month period had passed, Meng Shenji and the other two had officially retired, and the jurisdiction of Tiandou Huangjia Xueyuan had fallen into the hands of Prince Xue Xing.

As for Xue Qinghe, after returning from the soul hunt, although he was somewhat implicated, it was simply unrealistic to try to topple him with that.

Not to mention, the Three Education Committees had taken the initiative to shoulder the responsibility, so Prince Xue Xing could not easily make an issue of it.

Dean's office.

As the saying goes, a dog cannot change its habit of eating excrement; how could Xue Ye change a habit formed over many years?

In the academy, he often flirted with young female teachers.

In order to advance, most female teachers would actively throw themselves into his arms.

Academy affairs were left to be managed by two veteran Tiandou-level teachers he had promoted.

Hearing "Shrek Academy," these two newly appointed Education Committees dared not be careless and reported the situation at the office door.

Before long, a sound of satisfaction came from inside the office, followed immediately by Prince Xue Xing speaking, "They finally came; I must have a good meeting with them."

After the two Education Committees left, a young female teacher hurriedly "fled" the office.

Under the arrangements of Prince Xue Xing, the Shrek group was brought to the Education Committee.

The new Education Committees held very little power in the academy, so they did not appear.

Entering the main hall of the Education Committee and seeing this situation, the Shrek group felt surprised.

Qin Ming had said that the academy was jointly managed by three Education Committees, and all three were Spirit Douluo powerhouses.

But Flender could clearly feel that the person in the seat of honor only had the cultivation of a low-level Spirit Saint, which clearly did not match the intelligence.

But regardless, since they had to live under someone else's roof, they had to follow the other party's arrangements.

The Shrek group bowed to Prince Xue Xing, "Greetings, my lord. I wonder where Qin Ming—"

Prince Xue Xing gave a dry laugh, "Qin Ming? I reckon he is on his way."

The "way" understood by both sides was not the same.

What Prince Xue Xing was talking about was the road to the Yellow Springs.

Flender did not pay much attention to it, and seeing that the other party did not speak, he took the initiative to mention, "May I ask how to address you, senior? Regarding the merger of Shrek Academy into Tiandou Huangjia Xueyuan?"

Prince Xue Xing smiled: "This prince is the vice dean of the academy, managing academy affairs on behalf of others."

"Qin Ming spoke of Shrek Academy, and this prince is very satisfied with you. Since you have agreed to merge into the academy, the procedures can be completed today."

Xue Xing was not a fool; he would not miss the chance to build a foundation for Xue Beng.

Now that Qin Ming was dead and the three Education Committees had retired early, Shrek Academy naturally became his prize.

Flender did not pay much attention and felt a surge of joy in his heart.

They had been traveling for too long, and the cultivation of the Shrek Six Devils had fallen behind significantly. Only by settling into Tiandou Huangjia Xueyuan as soon as possible and using the academy's resources could they make up for the lost cultivation.

Yu Xiaogang had a keen "sense of smell" and realized the situation was somewhat strange.

Logically, Qin Ming was the introducer and should be present at this moment.

Furthermore, the other party had said the actual managers of the academy were the three Education Committees, not this prince before them.

They did not know what had happened at Tiandou Huangjia Xueyuan, but they could not easily agree to the other party right now.

At the very least, they had to make a decision after seeing Qin Ming.

Thinking of this, he stepped forward, "Your Highness, Prince, I wonder where Qin Ming is now? We were invited by him, so we should meet him to express our gratitude."

Xue Xing said indifferently: "Didn't this prince say he is on the way!"

Flender realized something and hurriedly asked, "Your Highness, Prince, why don't you let us go and welcome Xiao Ming, so we can thank him for his invitation in person."

Xue Xing sneered, "Then I'm afraid you won't be able to find him. Of course, one shouldn't be too absolute; if you commit suicide now, you might be able to see him before you are reincarnated."

The Shrek group's expressions froze.

Qin Ming was dead? When did this happen? What was the reason?

For a moment, everyone's hearts were filled with confusion.

Before they could ask, Prince Xue Xing reminded them: "This prince's patience is limited. If you want to join Tiandou Huangjia Xueyuan, you must give a clear answer now."

"In the future, the Heaven Dou Imperial Family will cultivate you with all its might. Of course, there is no such thing as a free lunch in this world; you must be under the control of this prince."

Flender's face was as dark as water.

Previously, Qin Ming had indeed said that he would grant them great autonomy, that the academy would not interfere with their coming or going, and even less would it force any orders upon them.

What Prince Xue Xing said clearly showed his intention to annex Shrek Academy and take it for his own use.

How could Flender agree!

As for what happened to Qin Ming, he could only wait until they got out to ask others.

"Apologies, Your Highness Prince, I think it was our wishful thinking; your conditions are too harsh, and please forgive us for being unable to agree."

After speaking, Flender turned his head, intending to leave.

"Leave? Do you think this place is somewhere you can come and go as you please?" Xue Xing sneered.

Winning over Shrek Academy was an impromptu idea of his to begin with, and he had never intended to let the other party off lightly.

The Three Education Committees winning over Shrek Academy was also originally intended to recruit geniuses for Xue Qinghe.

Since they were unwilling to submit, Xue Xing would not let Xue Qinghe benefit for nothing.

Moving against Shrek Academy might cause trouble.

He had not failed to investigate these past few days; the backgrounds of Dai Mubai and Zhu Zhuqing were extraordinary. Taking action against them could very likely evolve into a diplomatic crisis, subsequently sparking a war between the two nations.

But if it were only to teach them a lesson, even if the Xingluo Imperial Family knew, they would not have much of a reaction.

Flender's expression was ugly, "Your Highness Prince, do not push people too far."

"Although our Shrek Academy is only a small academy, we are not objects for others to manipulate at will, and we will not easily live under someone else's roof!"

Clap, clap, clap.

Prince Xue Xing clapped, "What a high-principled Shrek Academy. How do you explain Qin Ming colluding with you in secret and stealing imperial resources to fund you?"

"Heh, Qin Ming has already paid for his crimes with his life. Since you are unwilling to suffer this humiliation, then this Prince will grant each of you three feet of white silk; end your own lives!"

(End of this chapter)