The Legend of the Dragon King

Tang Wulin’s gaze froze for a moment. “So you’re saying that the five great clans all played a part in the operation against Shrek back in the beginning?”

Mo Lan shook her head. “It’s not that. I don’t know who did it specifically, but in terms of interests, the powerful Shrek Academy was suppressing all the sects and clans such that the continent remained at peace for so many years. Do you think that the Hawk Faction’s intention to move against the Star Luo Empire was only for one or two days? Ever since the Federation was founded, I’ve lost count of the number of people who wished to wage a war. It had always been Shrek Academy’s mediation and repression which prevented a war from happening.”

“Right now, war is inevitable. There’s no way we can stop it even if we exhausted ourselves. It’s precisely because we’ve already lost the main pillar, Shrek. Under such circumstances, who do you think is willing to support another Shrek being reborn? It’s impossible.”

“Once you’re engaged in rebuilding Shrek, you’ll have to confront the five great clans. The Spirit Pagoda and the Holy Spirit Cult are hiding in the dark now. Any one of these opponents is capable of crushing you to pieces. It’s truly too difficult.”

“Little brother, I understand what you’re thinking. As the leader of the current generation’s Shrek Seven Monsters, it’s your responsibility as you’re duty-bound. However, will you please not act rashly before you’ve grown into a towering tree? I’ve already lost too many family members. I don’t want to lose you in the future as well!”

At this point, Mo Lan’s eyes turned red revealing her true sentiments.

Tang Wulin had always known that his mission to revive Shrek Academy was unimaginably difficult. However, he had not expected it to be difficult to this extent.

As mentioned by Mo Lan, he was about to confront all the great forces of the entire Douluo Federation once he engaged in rebuilding Shrek. All these great forces did not hope to see the powerful Shrek reborn. This will be the biggest challenge he was about to face.

Was he to give up just because it was difficult? As the leader of the Shrek Seven Monsters, he would need to embark on this path regardless.

In any case, Mo Lan’s advice reminded him not to act rashly before he was well prepared. Even if the Federation waged war against the Dou Spirit Empire and the Star Luo Empire, it would not be suitable for him to disclose the plan of rebuilding Shrek as there was still much preparation to be done covertly.

“Sister, don’t worry. I won’t act rashly until I’m confident. I’ll also hasten my growth as well.” It was heart-wrenching as Tang Wulin held Mo Lan’s hands and looked at her streaming tears.

Only a short while ago, sister Mo Lan had a happy family. The situation was so different right now.

He would need to sort out his thoughts again and accumulate his strength in secret as well. He would have to strive for more support, so he could stand firmly in rebuilding Shrek.

Tang Wulin continued consulting Mo Lan on the continent’s present political situation especially about the military’s current preparation for war.

Mo Lan still had a good understanding of the situation in the military. She told him that the Northsea Army Corps and the Eastsea Army Corps were used as bases to gather military strength.

Undoubtedly, the Douluo Federation was the most advanced when it came to soul weapons. Following the development of soul technology, an army’s troop numbers could not be used to determine the outcome of a modernized war. Meanwhile, the Federation was expediting the construction of giant-sized battleships.

Even though soul fighter aircraft were engaged in long-range battles, it was difficult to maintain a consistent supply route. On the other hand, giant-sized battleships were developed such that they were capable of transporting fighter aircraft and supplies. It would be a strategic weapon for military attacks against the Dou Spirit Empire and the Star Luo Empire. The publicity campaign promoting the preparation for war was carried out intensely. According to Mo Lan’s estimation, it would take about a year for the preparations.

“Sister Mo Lan, if the Federation were to wage war, could it be that the Federation is not planning to clean up its internal affairs? If the issue with the Holy Spirit Cult is not taken care of, what is the Federation going to do when the Holy Spirit Cult creates trouble within the Federation when the war is ongoing?”

Mo Lan spoke with a bitter smile, “Your question is our ploy to rile up the Hawk Faction at present. However, the Holy Spirit Cult is shrewd and reticent. There’s utterly no way we can get involved without having accurate information. The Hawk Faction’s idea is that we can’t give up eating for fear of choking. We can’t allow the Holy Spirit Cult to affect the entire Federation’s strategy.”

“The Hawk Faction is now supporting the research in cosmic exploration. They advocate the research of aerospace craft as well. Also, they’ve also proposed to search for planets which are suitable for mankind. As it is, the entire continent’s resources are depleting. There are not many resources remaining for research after fulfilling the necessities of the continent. On the other hand, the Star Luo Continent and the Dou Spirit Continent are filled with abundant resources. For the development of mankind, war is necessary since these two empires will never give us their resources. It’s only by unifying the entire Douluo Planet that we’ll be able to develop better soul technology to conquer the universe.”

Tang Wulin was speechless, but he could not deny that the Hawk Faction’s statement made a valid point. Nevertheless, the common people would be the first to suffer when war was initiated! The citizens of both the Dou Spirit Empire and the Star Luo Empire were part of mankind too who originated from the Douluo Continent back in the beginning. They were similarly born of the same ancestors. How could one conscientiously harm them?

Mo Lan spoke with a bitter smile, “The Hawk Faction’s maneuver has support from the Independent Faction. Moreover, they’ve received the common people’s support as well. After all, the war is not waged on our continent. It’s in a distant foreign land and it will not result in much loss for our people. This is the main reason why they are willing to accept this proposal.”

Tang Wulin frowned deeply. “All wars are mutually devastating. It’s a short-sighted plan. Since the Holy Spirit Cult is capable of destroying Shrek City, it’s possible they can destroy any city of ours. Don’t deal with the formidable enemy first, but they’ve yet to figure out a strategy. This is truly…”

Mo Lan heaved a sigh. “It’s useless to comment on this anymore. The war will inevitably occur. The Hawk Faction has mentioned that the War God Hall is going to cooperate with the Spirit Pagoda to guard the Federation in dealing with the Holy Spirit Cult anytime. Furthermore, they’re willing to bear the responsibility if there is a recurrence of the Holy Spirit Cult’s massacre. We’ve kept silent on this.”

Tang Wulin spoke, “So, does the Dove Faction have any follow-up strategy to deal with the Hawk Faction?”

Mo Lan shook her head. “We’ve yet to find any effective breakthrough, so we can only protect our strengths as much as possible at present. It’s also why I’ve no choice but to concede the incident with the Shen Clan earlier. Wulin, the strength of a single person is too small. Even if you’re capable of growing into a top-grade powerhouse in the future, you’re still on your own. Don’t ever act on impulse.”

Tang Wulin nodded quietly. “Understood. Don’t worry, I won’t act rashly and I’ll exercise propriety in whatever I do. Moreover, I think I’ve figured out how to deal with all these too. Sister, I’ll leave now. We’ll keep in touch.”

Mo Lan accompanied him until the outside of the building. She gazed after Tang Wulin’s departing figure as he boarded a rental car. She exclaimed in her heart, ‘Oh brother, you’re so young, and yet you’re putting so much burden on yourself.’ There was not much she could do to help him at present.

Tang Wulin immediately began meditating when he returned to his residence. He was going to rehash his thoughts and make certain improvements to some of his initial plans.

It was, of course, important to rebuild Shrek Academy. There was certainly no point denying this. However, it seemed impossible for him to achieve his initial idea as he could not rebuild the academy just by summoning Shrek Academy’s supporters and making a public appeal.