DD2- Chapter 248: The Sky is Full of Abuse! Shrek, Are You Worthy of Us?
[Accompanied by all the members of the Shrek team, they had lost their last semblance of fighting ability.
A reluctant voice sounded from the referee under the ring: "I declare! The final champion of the Soul Master Competition is the Sun Moon Imperial Team!"]
[A faint cheer erupted, but it was hardly loud. This was still the home court of the Star Luo Empire, and most of the spectators were from the Douluo Three Kingdoms.
Under these circumstances, supporters from the Sun Moon Empire were few and far between, so their cheers were weak.]
[At this moment, after realizing that the Sun Moon Royal Team had won the championship, only those from the Sun Moon Empire cheered. The spectators from the Douluo Three Kingdoms fell silent, their eyes full of dissatisfaction as they glared at the Shrek team on stage.]
["Fuck you! Give it back!" cried one voice.
"Shrek Team! Are you worthy of us?" another shouted.
"How could you lose to the Sun Moon Royal Team? Do you even deserve the title of the first academy on the Douluo Continent?"
"Stop calling yourselves the First Douluo Academy!"
Dissatisfaction swept through the crowd like surging waves. Those who had once supported the Shrek team were seething with anger. They all knew the Sun Moon Imperial Team was aligned with their enemies!]
[Had the Shrek team lost to any other team—not the Sun Moon Empire's—they likely wouldn't have felt so betrayed.
But to lose to the Sun Moon Royal Team stirred deep disappointment. The audience began cursing the Shrek team in collective outrage.
"It's over."
Seeing this scene, Xuan Zi's face turned pale. Though he had expected this result, he fully understood that the public's outburst was just the beginning.]
[Their loss would inevitably incite lingering anger among the spectators; their initial cursing was surely insufficient to vent their frustrations. This would likely lead to even more extreme reactions.
What troubled Xuan Zi most was that he had led the team into the Soul Master Competition. As the team leader, he would bear the brunt of the criticism for the failure.
At this moment, Xuan Zi envisioned an extremely bleak future. Returning to Shrek Academy would bring severe punishment.
Thinking of this, his expression grew increasingly grim.
On the other side, Dai Huabin remained speechless. He had intended to taunt Huo Yuhao but ended up becoming the real fool]
[He couldn't bring himself to look at Huo Yuhao. Instead, he lowered his head to the ground, accepting the derision with a wooden expression.
Soon, it was time for the award ceremony of the Soul Master Competition. The spectators from the Douluo Three Kingdoms couldn't bear to watch.
They understood that their team fell short due to a lack of skill, which made it hard to voice any complaints. They chose to leave early, muttering curses towards the Shrek team as they departed.]
[Not long after, the award ceremony concluded. Huo Yuhao and the other members of the Sun Moon Imperial Team returned to their hotel.
"Children, I am proud of you!" Jing Hongchen exclaimed. "You broke through Shrek Academy's limitations and fought valiantly for our Sun Moon Empire."
"I believe that when news of this competition reaches our Sun Moon Empire, you will be hailed as heroes."
"I will also personally report to His Majesty the Emperor upon our return so that you can be well rewarded."]
[Jing Hongchen was excited. Back at the hotel, he booked the entire place for a celebration, spending a large sum of money in the process.
After feasting and reveling, he encouraged all members of the Sun Moon Imperial Team to go back and rest.
Meanwhile, Huo Yuhao and Wang Dong'er, feeling too full, decided to take a walk.
"Congratulations! Yuhao, Dong'er!"
Unexpectedly, as they took a few steps, they heard a familiar voice. They turned around and smiled.]
["Xiao Xiao! What are you doing here?"
Xiao Xiao smiled bitterly. "We were feeling pretty low over there. Master Xuan was furious after our loss to you."
"Everyone got scolded by him. I found a chance to slip away to avoid more reprimand."
Huo Yuhao felt guilty. "I didn't realize you'd have to take the blame for this."
Xiao Xiao shrugged helplessly. "What can I do? I just feel unlucky."
"But I didn't expect you to be so strong now, Yuhao. How did you do it?"
Huo Yuhao grinned. "I had a breakthrough during training, but it wasn't intentional."
Xiao Xiao rolled her eyes at him. "You're still as annoying as ever."
As they exchanged pleasantries for a while, they prepared to part ways.]
[Before separating, Huo Yuhao hesitated and asked, "Xiao Xiao, have you decided to stay in Shrek after this competition?"
Xiao Xiao smiled. "You don't want me to join the Sun Moon Imperial Academy, do you?"
"Why not?" Huo Yuhao replied.
Xiao Xiao shook her head. "I don't know how to use soul guidance devices. Plus, the Sun Moon Imperial Academy is too far away."]
[Huo Yuhao sighed in relief but didn't press her. Everyone has their aspirations, and the Sun Moon Royal Academy belongs to the Sun Moon Empire. As a member of the Douluo Three Kingdoms, it made sense for Xiao Xiao to feel attached to her roots.
"Alright, it's fine to continue studying at Shrek. There are plenty of benefits to studying there. I have learned a lot myself," he reassured her.
Xiao Xiao looked surprised. "I thought you would speak poorly of Shrek."
"Do I look like that kind of person?" Huo Yuhao countered, looking exasperated. "While I still appreciate Shrek, Master Xuan was a bit harsh."
Xiao Xiao chuckled. "I was just joking; don't take it seriously."
Huo Yuhao smiled. "Don't worry; we're friends. I won't hold it against you."
"But I think I should remind you that studying at Shrek Academy has its upsides. But if they want you to join the inner courtyard, think carefully."
"To be blunt, it may do more harm than good. This is just my personal opinion, though; you can take it as you wish."
Xiao Xiao looked at Huo Yuhao gratefully. "Thank you! I'll remember that!"]
[With that, she turned and walked away.
As she left, she reflected on the recent competition and Huo Yuhao's advice, making an internal decision.
"What Yuhao said does make sense. It seems I can't stay at Shrek anymore."]
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