Douluo Dalu 2: The True God King-Chapter 292: [DD2]:

His eyes revealed a hint of worry.

Logically speaking, Shrek's downfall wasn't necessarily a bad thing for him.

However, the problem was that Zhang Lexuan and Meng Hongchen were also at Shrek Academy.

If Shrek Academy suffered such a heavy blow, what if they were injured too?

It was completely beyond Su Yu's expectations that Xuanzi would suddenly go berserk.

Back then, Mu Wu had mentioned that Xuanzi had hidden dangers within him and that if triggered, he might relapse into madness.

Su Yu had assumed that even if that were true, it would take a few more years before Xuanzi lost control.

Who could have expected the explosion to come so soon?

That old guy didn't follow any conventional path.

Now, Zhang Lexuan and Meng Hongchen were inevitably at risk.

Even though Zhang Lexuan had the protection he left her and a ninth-level soul-guided missile, when it came to his closest people, how could Su Yu not be anxious?

"Young Master, rest assured, both Young Mistresses are safe and sound."

Hearing this, Su Yu immediately breathed a sigh of relief.

As long as Zhang Lexuan and Meng Hongchen were unharmed, that was all that mattered.

But upon second thought, Su Yu frowned again.

"You said Xuanzi still managed to escape in the end?"

The informant nodded. "After breaking out of Shrek Academy, Xuanzi vanished without a trace."

Su Yu furrowed his brows and muttered, "Xuanzi went berserk, and his cultivation reached level ninety-eight—even Yan Shaozhe couldn't stop him."

"Now, a rampaging, bloodthirsty beast is roaming free. Who knows how many will suffer because of it?"

"If we let Xuanzi wander around unchecked, it will be far too dangerous."

According to the Ice God Palace's informant, Xuanzi not only went berserk but also completely lost his mind.

A lunatic who had succumbed to pure beastly instincts—one could only imagine the carnage he might unleash.

At this rate, who knew how many people would die?

Su Yu didn't care about Shrek Academy's fate, but he absolutely couldn't allow such a dangerous Xuanzi to run amok.

After all, if one had to trace the cause, Xuanzi's berserk state had some connection to him.

Rubbing his temples, Su Yu spoke solemnly, "With this unexpected situation, we'll need to adjust our original training plans."

"The priority now is to track Xuanzi down and subdue him as soon as possible to prevent excessive casualties."

"Senior Mu Wu, I'll leave this task to you. If you find any trace of Xuanzi, don't hesitate—take him down immediately."

"If necessary, eliminate him. Letting that old monster roam free is a massive threat to everyone."

"Also, notify Lu Yuan and Feng Xue to keep an eye on the Holy Spirit Church's movements in Radiant City."

"Xuanzi's rampage was so intense that all the major factions have probably caught wind of it by now."

"The Holy Spirit Church will be no exception."

"A berserk Xuanzi is practically on par with Zhongli Wu."

"With such immense power, the Holy Spirit Church won't let this slip by so easily."

"They might make a move, so we need to stay alert."

"Understood. I'll make arrangements right away."

Mu Wu cupped his fists and swiftly departed.

Su Yu waved the informant away, then walked to the window.

Looking out at the bustling streets of Heaven Dou City, he couldn't help but sigh.

"What's wrong? Have you suddenly grown sentimental?"

Snow Empress appeared beside Su Yu, teasing him as she saw him sighing deeply.

Su Yu smiled faintly. "Not sentimental, just marveling at how unpredictable life is."

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"All these years, I've plotted against Shrek Academy so many times, but none of it compares to Xuanzi's one-man slaughter."

"He truly lives up to his status as the Holy Spirit Church's Supreme Elder. Too strong."

"Holy Spirit Church's Supreme Elder?"

Snow Empress was slightly confused, her clear and ethereal eyes filled with curiosity.

Su Yu chuckled and explained, making Snow Empress laugh in amusement.

"So that's the Supreme Elder you're talking about? You know how to mock people."

"You're such a troublemaker."

Snow Empress playfully slapped Su Yu, feigning irritation.

Su Yu grinned, gently grabbing her hand and pulling her into his embrace from behind.

"Little Snow, you smell so good."

He buried his face in her hair, speaking with a hint of infatuation.

Snow Empress's delicate face turned slightly red as she lightly stepped on Su Yu's foot. "You're impossible."

"Hehe."

Su Yu chuckled, holding Snow Empress tightly.

With no one else around, Snow Empress seemed unusually compliant.

Her bare, delicate feet rested on Su Yu's shoes, smooth as jade yet carrying a faint chill.

Breathing in Snow Empress's faint fragrance, Su Yu muttered, "Little Snow, why don't you like wearing shoes?"

"Though bare feet look nice, it's not very practical."

Walking barefoot without getting dirty was possible only because of soul power.

Every time her feet touched the ground, a thin protective layer of soul power formed to keep them clean.

That was why Snow Empress's feet remained as pristine as white jade despite always being bare.

"Mind your own business. I'll do whatever I want."

Snow Empress lifted her head proudly.

"Hmph, I will meddle! Today, you must wear shoes."

"Come, let's buy you some shoes."

With that, Su Yu scooped Snow Empress into his arms.

"Hey, let me go!"

Snow Empress pounded lightly on Su Yu's chest, struggling nonstop.

Then, Su Yu took her shopping all over Heaven Dou City for clothes and shoes.

One had to admit, while Douluo Continent might lack in some aspects, its fashion industry was thriving.

Not only were there plenty of styles, but they were also quite trendy.

Mini skirts, white stockings, and, ahem, other special outfits—everything one could imagine.

After several hours, they returned with their hands full.

"Su Yu, give up already! I will never, ever wear that kind of outfit!"

"Ugh, shameless!"

Snow Empress shot Su Yu a disdainful glare, exuding the elegance of a queen.

Yet, instead of being discouraged, Su Yu only became more excited.

"Yes, Little Snow, that's the look! Even fiercer!"

Snow Empress: "...This pervert!"

Unable to outargue Su Yu, Snow Empress finally agreed to wear shoes, but as for the other outfits... she swore she'd never wear them, even in death.

Su Yu knew when to stop and started helping Snow Empress change her shoes.

Gently holding Snow Empress's delicate, jade-like feet, Su Yu felt as if he were holding a piece of soft jade—an incredibly pleasant sensation.

Especially with that fair, slender leg exposed beneath her dress, his heart couldn't help but race.

"These legs... I could admire them for a whole year."

Su Yu praised in admiration.

Long, straight, slender, and impossibly fair—they had completely won him over.

"Admire your head, you beast!"

Snow Empress finally lost her patience and kicked Su Yu to the ground.

How could he still have such thoughts given her current appearance?

Truly a pervert.

Su Yu simply laughed heartily, deciding not to tease her further. Instead, he quietly slipped the crystal shoes onto Snow Empress's feet.

Snow Empress glanced at Su Yu as he focused on fastening her shoes. Seeing his serious expression, her heart stirred slightly.

When this guy was being serious, he was quite handsome.

But when he acted shamelessly, he deserved a beating.

"All done. Absolutely stunning."

Su Yu clapped his hands, admiring his work.

Dressed in an ice-blue palace gown, with diamond-studded crystal shoes to match, Snow Empress looked like the Princess of Ice and Snow—pure, ethereal, breathtakingly beautiful, yet exuding an air of nobility and elegance.

Snow Empress glanced down as if indifferent, her expression still icy.

But if one looked closely, they would catch a fleeting trace of amusement in her frozen gaze.

"Have you decided on your sixth soul ring?"

Snow Empress asked Su Yu.

Su Yu set down Snow Empress's foot, sat beside her, and sprawled onto the bed, stretching lazily.

"Not yet. Ice-type fierce beasts aren't exactly common."

"If I really can't find one, I might head out to sea and hunt a sea soul beast with a cold attribute."

"Water and ice are closely related. A sea soul beast's ring should work for me too."

"No!"

Snow Empress shook her head firmly.

"While a sea soul beast's ring may be usable, it's far inferior to one from an actual ice-type beast."

"Since you don't have a target, just follow me back to the Extreme North. I'll have Xiaobai sacrifice itself for you."

Su Yu was stunned.

"Little Snow, are you serious?"

"That's Xiaobai we're talking about."

"Do you not want Xiaobai's soul ring?"

Snow Empress stared straight at Su Yu.

Su Yu spread his hands.

"Of course, I want it. But I don't want you to be heartbroken."

"You mean far more to me than a fierce beast-level soul ring ever could."

"Hmph, saying sweet words to trick me again? I'm not as gullible as Wang Dong'er. You won't fool me."

Snow Empress raised her chin proudly.

Su Yu chuckled but said nothing.

Lying beside him, Snow Empress couldn't help but reach out and gently touch his forehead, murmuring:

"I'm not just doing this for you. It's also for Xiaobai."

"Xiaobai's third heavenly tribulation isn't far off. With its current strength, its chances of survival are slim."

"Rather than being reduced to nothing under the tribulation, it would be better to entrust its fate to you, betting on the chance of eternal life."

"Even though you have plenty of flaws, at least your talent is... passable. Following you, Xiaobai might have a future."

Snow Empress's expression—filled with admiration yet pretending not to care—was a little too adorable.

"Hey, I'm talking to you! Are you listening?"

Seeing Su Yu staring at her in a daze, Snow Empress grew annoyed and smacked him.

Su Yu caught her delicate hand and pulled her into his arms.

"Little Snow, I heard you."

He smiled warmly.

Feeling his breath against her ear, Snow Empress's body shivered involuntarily, as if all her strength had drained away.

Su Yu chuckled and kissed her on the cheeks.

...

Three days later, Su Yu and Snow Empress set off once more for the Extreme North.

Radiant City.

Inside a courtyard.

Lu Yuan opened a letter, scanning it briefly before exchanging a glance with Feng Xue beside him.

"What did Big Brother say?"

Feng Xue asked curiously.

Lu Yuan handed the letter to Feng Xue, who quickly read through it, a sharp gleam flashing in her eyes.

"Big Brother wants us to keep an eye on the Holy Spirit Church?"

Lu Yuan nodded.

"It's also the Young Master's orders."

"He's worried the Holy Spirit Church might target Xuanzi."

Feng Xue nodded in understanding.

"That makes sense. The Young Master is concerned that the Holy Spirit Church will gain another powerhouse."

"But... we can't just abandon Illustrious Virtue Hall. The Body Sect has been restless lately too."

Lu Yuan and Feng Xue had been monitoring both Illustrious Virtue Hall and the Body Sect for quite some time.

Lately, something seemed off with the Body Sect.

Feng Xue suspected they were about to make a move.

If they diverted their attention to investigating the Holy Spirit Church now, it might spread them too thin.

Lu Yuan shook his head.

"Since the Young Master has given the order, we'll follow through."

"Some matters take priority over others. The potential threat to Xuanzi is more urgent."

"Here's the plan. I'll keep an eye on Illustrious Virtue Hall and the Body Sect."

"You go investigate the Holy Spirit Church. See if there's anything unusual."

"Be careful not to alert them."

"If you can't uncover anything, don't put yourself in danger. That has always been the Young Master's stance."

"I understand. I'll do my best."

Feng Xue nodded.

...

Two days later, Feng Xue did indeed notice something unusual and reported her findings to Mu Wu via letter.

Meanwhile, as she was busy with her investigation, the ever-restless Body Sect finally made their move.

Deep in the Mingdou Mountain Range, a group of people suddenly appeared.

Leading them was a tall elder with long green hair trailing behind him, though the top of his head was completely bald.

He was, surprisingly, bald despite his long hair.

The aura he exuded was overwhelmingly strong, tyrannical, and terrifying.

"Enough talk. We've been preparing for this moment for over a year."

"Everything is in place, and all that's left is the final push. We cannot afford any mistakes."

"Old Duan, retrieving the item will be your responsibility. You and your team can use the underground tunnels to reclaim what belongs to our sect."

"The rest of us will draw their attention head-on."

"This time, we will make the Sun-Moon Empire witness the fury of the Body Sect!"

The elder's voice was filled with battle fervor.