Chapter 114: Chapter 113: Gu Rong’s Protective Nature and Su Ming’s Concern
When Flender heard Gu Rong's tone, a sense of unease crept over him. Could it be that the morning run I assigned Ning Rongrong has been reported?
But surely, making her run wouldn't warrant the personal attention of a titled Douluo from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan, right?
Feeling a bit guilty, Flender cautiously said, "Yes, Your Eminence, I am aware that Ning Rongrong is the daughter of Ning Fengzhi, your clan leader."
"Oh? Since you know, that makes things simpler," Gu Rong replied with a sharp edge in his voice. "Let's settle some accounts, then."
Flender's heart sank. He forced a strained smile and said, "Your Eminence, surely this isn't about the twenty laps I asked Ning Rongrong to run around the village this morning? It was just some physical training, and she wasn't alone; her classmates joined her as well."
Luckily, Su Ming and the others had accompanied Ning Rongrong during the run. If they hadn't, explaining things now would be even harder. At least the task had been completed.
Gu Rong hadn't expected Flender to spill the details so readily. Twenty laps around the village?
Using his spiritual power, Gu Rong scanned the area and noted the considerable size of the village. Twenty laps for my little princess? Is this some kind of joke?
Gu Rong's expression darkened. A show of authority on her first day?
Running was at best a method to strengthen the body. Rongrong had done such exercises daily in the clan but never to this extreme. It wasn't even that beneficial to her.
Initially, Gu Rong had only intended to warn Flender about Dai Mubai's behavior earlier that day. As a teacher, Flender was responsible for disciplining his students. However, upon hearing this, Gu Rong decided not to let things slide so easily. Whatever Flender's intent had been, he would ask Rongrong herself about it tomorrow.
Gu Rong stretched out his right hand and pressed downward, releasing a wave of pressure that only a titled Douluo could muster. The oppressive force enveloped Flender completely.
Feeling the weight of Gu Rong's power, Flender didn't dare to resist. He knew that any attempt to struggle would only worsen his situation. After all, a titled Douluo was far beyond his league; escape wasn't even an option.
"Your Eminence, could there be some misunderstanding here?" Flender stammered.
Gu Rong's voice turned icy. "You tell me if there's a misunderstanding. As for tonight, my little princess was nearly attacked by your student, Dai Mubai. Consider this a warning: keep him under control. If this happens again, I don't care if he's the third prince of the Star Luo Empire—I'll kill him without hesitation. He's nothing but a stray dog to me."
Gu Rong's eyes burned with cold fury. "Given these two incidents, do you think it's unreasonable for me to be here? You're the headmaster of Shrek Academy. My family's little princess came here to study, and instead of taking care of her, you make things difficult for her? Even her father and we elders wouldn't bear to treat her like this—what gives you the right? Huh?"
As the pressure on him grew heavier, Flender dared not speak. Gu Rong's reputation for fiercely protecting his own was well-known. Resistance would only make things worse.
And what about Dai Mubai? Flender's mind churned. Did he really think his royal status could compare to Ning Rongrong's? Such arrogance!
Tomorrow, he would definitely get to the bottom of what had happened after he left last night.
Without waiting for Flender's pleas, Gu Rong delivered a straightforward beating. Flender, unable to resist, endured it with a face full of humiliation.
The next morning, Flender summoned Dai Mubai to his office, while the others focused on their own cultivation.
The moment Dai Mubai entered and saw Flender's face, he was shocked. "Headmaster, what happened to your face?"
Flender snorted coldly. "Why don't you tell me what happened? Mubai, I told you to escort the others back to the academy. Why did you end up in a conflict with Ning Rongrong?"
Seeing Flender's anger, Dai Mubai realized the injuries were likely connected to this incident. Not daring to lie, he recounted the events of the previous night in detail.
Flender's expression darkened further. "It's a good thing Su Ming stepped in to defuse the situation. Otherwise, you wouldn't be standing here in one piece. Even if you survived, you'd be crippled, and your royal family wouldn't lift a finger to help you. At most, they'd offer some reparations—what good would that do?"
Dai Mubai's face turned pale. "Headmaster, are you saying your injuries were caused by a Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan expert? Was that person there last night?"
Flender glared at him. "If it had been anyone else, it might not have been so bad. But last night, the one who came for me was none other than Bone Douluo, one of the two titled Douluo of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan! He dotes on Ning Rongrong excessively. I suspect Ning Fengzhi sent him to check on her. You'd better stay out of trouble and apologize to Ning Rongrong. Otherwise, no one will be able to save you!"
Cold sweat dripped down Dai Mubai's back. He hadn't expected his confrontation with Ning Rongrong to be witnessed by Bone Douluo himself. The rumors about how much the clan's leader and titled Douluo treasured Ning Rongrong were true.
Had Su Ming not intervened last night, Dai Mubai realized, he might have lost his life. In a way, Su Ming had saved him.
After all, he was the one who struck first yesterday. Even if the Star Luo Imperial Family wanted to advocate for him, they wouldn't have a valid stance—and whether they would even try was uncertain.
At this realization, Dai Mubai's resentment toward Su Ming diminished slightly. However, he didn't know that Su Ming couldn't care less about what he thought. Anyone who crosses me or those I care about? I don't care who you are.
While Flender was in the middle of his discussion with Dai Mubai...
On the training grounds of Shrek Academy, Su Ming suddenly detected a spatial fluctuation nearby. His expression tensed, and he quickly placed Xiao Wu behind him, issuing a low warning:
"Be careful. There's a powerful individual approaching!"
All eyes turned toward the source of the disturbance. Their gazes were heavy with apprehension—except for Ning Rongrong, whose expression lit up with joy. The unique soul power signature was all too familiar to her. She exclaimed excitedly, "Bone Grandpa! Why are you here?"
From the distorted space ahead, a figure emerged—a middle-aged man clad in black armor. Though his appearance seemed youthful, Bone Douluo Gu Rong was well over a hundred years old.
Su Ming's face grew grim. Why is Gu Rong suddenly here? This doesn't align with the original storyline.
He leaned closer to Xiao Wu and whispered, "Xiao Wu, the incoming person is a Titled Douluo. Quickly suppress your aura to the lowest level. The effects of the talisman disguising your presence are still active, so you shouldn't be detected. But if he notices you, I'll hold him off while you use your teleportation to escape back to the Star Dou Forest. Got it?"
Seeing the concern in Su Ming's eyes, Xiao Wu felt a warm sense of comfort. She nodded softly and whispered back, "Don't worry, Brother. I won't be discovered."
After all, she had the system-granted aura concealment ability, making it impossible for even a Titled Douluo to recognize her as a 100,000-year soul beast.
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