Spirit City.
"Bibi Dong, give me one last chance. I promise to use all my wisdom to help you fully control Spirit Hall."
Not far from the city gates, Yu Xiaogang looked at Bibi Dong with what he believed to be deep affection, his voice filled with confidence.
In his opinion, their defeat to Lin Mu in the tournament was due to the Golden Generation's refusal to follow his instructions.
Moreover, he had not thoroughly understood the Royal Fighting Team. Had he known they possessed so many hidden trump cards, he would have devised countermeasures in advance, perhaps even developing a Seven-in-One Fusion Technique.
He had previously observed Blue Sunshine Academy's match, intending to secretly teach the Seven-in-One Fusion Technique he had learned. However, the Golden Generation rejected the idea outright.
Especially Xie Yue and Hu Liena, they had no trust in Yu Xiaogang's abilities whatsoever.
Given their current level of coordination, attempting such a fusion technique would have been nearly impossible and a complete waste of time.
Hearing Yu Xiaogang's sharp voice, a trace of disgust flashed across Bibi Dong's beautiful eyes.
Not long ago, in order to protect himself, Yu Xiaogang had exposed their past relationship, causing her reputation to plummet. That act completely shattered her image of him as a wise and resourceful master.
Perhaps his so-called brilliance had always been nothing more than an illusion.
After a brief silence, she spoke coldly:
"Yu Xiaogang, from this day forward, we have no connection whatsoever. If you dare to mention the past again, you will bear the consequences."
Yu Xiaogang froze in disbelief.
In the past, a few profound theories were enough to persuade Bibi Dong. But now, everything had changed.
Could it be that because his appearance had deteriorated, she had changed her heart as well?
Rage surged within him.
These women were all the same. Now that he had fallen from grace, they distanced themselves, even looked down on him.
Did they not know the saying: never underestimate a middle-aged man in poverty?
Although his cultivation had been crippled, he still had his personal disciple. If he could nurture Ma Hongjun into a god, then the mere Spirit Hall would be insignificant!
"Bibi Dong, remember this! If you drive me away today, I will never return! I, Yu Xiaogang, swear it!"
He stood with his hands behind his back, eyes blazing, as if he were the one abandoning Spirit Hall.
Bibi Dong remained indifferent and turned away without hesitation.
Watching her leave, Yu Xiaogang felt a faint pang of regret.
Without Spirit Hall as protection, cultivating disciples would be secondary, even preserving his own life would become difficult.
After all, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan was searching for him. Once discovered, even if he escaped death, he would likely be imprisoned for life.
"Teacher, where do we go now?" Ma Hongjun asked.
Although he had been misled by Yu Xiaogang again, he did not complain. This time, Yu Xiaogang had taken the blame, and Ma Hongjun himself had suffered little loss.
At this point, he possessed nothing except his life.
"We'll return to Shrek Academy first and ask Flender for some money. After that, we'll head to Hanhai City."
Yu Xiaogang's eyes gleamed confidently.
Even if the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan searched several cities, they would never guess he would flee to Hanhai City.
This was his so-called astonishing wisdom.
While in hiding, they would continue training. Once Ma Hongjun reached Rank 60, they would travel to Sea God Island to seek divine inheritance.
Just as they were about to leave, Dai Mubai and Oscar approached.
"Master, may I go to Hanhai City with you?" Dai Mubai asked humbly.
Ma Hongjun sneered.
"Dai Mubai, you dragged my teacher into this mess. Do you really think we'd still help you, you worthless prince?"
Dai Mubai's face darkened, his fists tightening, but he remained silent.
After losing the match, he could no longer rely on Spirit Hall's support. Sooner or later, he would be handed over to the royal family of the Star Luo Empire.
Given Dai Weisi's personality, assassins were likely already waiting outside Spirit City.
To survive, he had to leave with Yu Xiaogang. At the very least, Yu Xiaogang's former relationship with Bibi Dong might make potential assassins hesitate.
"Enough, Hongjun," Yu Xiaogang said calmly. "We're all in the same situation. I'm not a petty person. Since Mubai wishes to join us, then he may come."
He spoke with apparent magnanimity, as though harboring no resentment.
A trace of surprise flashed in Dai Mubai's eyes.
This old man agreed so easily, it saved him considerable effort.
"Master, I was indeed disrespectful before. Your magnanimity truly lives up to your reputation."
Dai Mubai forced a flattering smile.
Yu Xiaogang returned a faint smile, appearing pleased, though inwardly calculating.
His true reason for agreeing was simple: safety.
The journey to Sea God Island would be extremely dangerous. Ma Hongjun alone was insufficient for protection. He needed additional "bodyguards."
Turning to Oscar, Yu Xiaogang asked, "Little Oscar, would you like to join us?"
"I'd rather not," Oscar refused immediately.
He had thought he was cautious, yet he had still been deceived. He had no desire to fall into another scheme.
"Our destination isn't merely Hanhai City," Yu Xiaogang continued. "It's Sea God Island. Legend says gods reside there. If we gain their favor, your current troubles will cease to exist."
"Sea God Island?"
Dai Mubai and Oscar were shocked.
Did gods truly exist in this world?
Even so, Oscar remained somewhat rational. Even if gods were real, why would one help him?
Seeing his hesitation, Yu Xiaogang pressed further.
"If you obtain divine assistance, your strength will increase tremendously. At that point, would you still worry about failing to win Ning Rongrong's heart?"
That struck a chord.
Since Ning Rongrong left Shrek Academy, Oscar had nearly lost hope.
The reason he accepted the herbs Yu Xiaogang provided was to regain her attention.
After a long pause, Oscar nodded.
No matter how slim the chance, he could not afford to miss it.
Soon, Yu Xiaogang led the three away from Spirit City.
Not long after their departure, several men dressed in black silently followed them, assassins sent by Dai Weisi.
Previously, Dai Weisi had shown some restraint.
But now that Dai Mubai's spirit had mutated and he had been injured, Dai Weisi had every reason to eliminate him.
Even if Dai Mubai no longer posed a threat to the throne, it was better to remove him completely, just in case.