Chapter 80 Young people, sometimes, just fight for a bit of pride.
Chapter 80 Young people, sometimes, just fight for a bit of pride.
Huo Yuhao's words instantly dissipated the anger that was rising in Long Huantian's heart, and he began to seriously consider the boy's suggestion.
After a moment of silence, Long Huantian looked at Huo Yuhao with a much more serious expression and said in a deep voice, "If... this can really be accomplished, then it would indeed be a win-win situation."
The Skysea Alliance Grand Tournament will be broadcast to the entire Federation.
The reason for spending a lot of money to invite Shrek Academy to conduct an exhibition match is not just to motivate local students.
On a deeper level, it also leverages the immense influence of Shrek Academy's prestigious brand to promote the Tianhai Alliance Tournament.
But then, Long Huantian looked at Huo Yuhao with a slightly probing gaze and asked, "However... what benefit would this bring you?"
"By taking on this doomed match, you will only earn a reputation for being 'overconfident'."
Clearly, in Long Huantian's mind, even the previous youth group champion of the Tianhai Alliance was no match for the Shrek Junior Team.
The zero-class students in front of us, whose average age is probably only ten or so, have absolutely no chance of winning!
Facing Long Huantian's puzzled gaze, Huo Yuhao straightened his back, a bright and pure smile appearing on his young face.
"When adults do things, they often have to weigh the pros and cons and consider the gains and losses."
"But we young people, sometimes, just want to prove ourselves!"
These words resonated deeply, giving Long Huantian a sudden jolt.
Huo Yuhao met the other person's gaze, his smile revealing strong confidence.
"Besides... senior, nothing in this world is absolute."
"Before the results are in, who dares to say for sure that we... will definitely lose?"
Upon hearing this, Long Huantian was momentarily dazed.
How many years has it been since he heard of such a pure, even somewhat "foolish," motive?
In the adult world, self-interest has long replaced passion, and calculation often overshadows enthusiasm.
His eyes flickered, clearly indicating that he was undergoing intense internal deliberation and decision-making.
After a moment, Long Huantian took a deep breath, a resolute glint in his eyes.
He looked at Huo Yuhao and said in a deep voice, "Fine! Since you are so determined, the Tianhai Alliance is not unreasonable."
"As long as you can get Shrek Academy's consent to accept this challenge."
"Then, on the closing ceremony of the Tianhai Alliance Grand Tournament, we will prepare a formal arena for you!"
"Okay! It's settled then!"
Upon hearing this, Huo Yuhao finally broke into a bright smile.
He stared intently at Long Huantian, as if afraid that he might change his mind at any moment.
Then, he immediately turned his expectant gaze to Wu Changkong.
The most critical official obstacle, through his "manipulation," has been resolved with Long Huantian's approval and a promise of "if it succeeds, then it will be done."
The next big thing, of course, is whether Wu Changkong, this "senior brother," can persuade Shen Yi, the teacher in charge of Shrek Academy.
Wu Changkong had already retrieved his six soul rings and returned to his usual aloof and reserved demeanor.
He first glanced at Huo Yuhao with his icy blue eyes, his expression complex and unfathomable.
He then turned to Long Huantian, his voice still calm and indifferent: "Can we leave now?"
Long Huantian stepped aside to clear the doorway and gestured for her to proceed: "Of course, please go ahead, Teacher Wu."
Wu Changkong said no more and turned to walk straight out of the corridor.
Huo Yuhao and Gu Yue exchanged a glance and quickly followed.
The middle-aged man who arrived first watched the three of them leave and couldn't help but ask, "Dean Long, are we just... just letting them go like that?"
Long Huantian glanced at him indifferently, letting out a cold snort: "Otherwise what? Do you want me to fight them here?"
The middle-aged man turned pale at his words, quickly lowered his head, and repeatedly said, "I wouldn't dare, I wouldn't dare..."
Seeing Long Huantian's displeased expression, he dared not utter another word.
On the other side, after leaving the corridor of the broadcasting room, Wu Changkong showed no signs of slowing down. He continued to stride silently toward the exit with his long legs.
Huo Yuhao and Gu Yue had to quicken their pace just to keep up with his rhythm.
Although Wu Changkong didn't say anything, his reaction showed that he was still angry about Huo Yuhao's behavior today.
Gu Yue gently squeezed Huo Yuhao's hand, looking at him with her calm black eyes, her gaze filled with a hint of questioning and worry.
Huo Yuhao understood what she meant, and then gently shook his head, indicating that he should not say anything more for the time being.
Thus, in a subtle and tense silence, the three quickly left the upper level of the stadium.
Tianhai Stadium, which belongs to the preparation area of Donghai College, is now completely empty.
The main group had already returned to the hotel to rest, leaving only Tang Wulin, Xie Xie, and Xu Xiaoyan from Class Zero anxiously waiting in the vast area.
Xie Xie paced back and forth, occasionally craning his neck to look towards the entrance of the passage.
Suddenly, his eyes lit up, and he stopped abruptly, pointing into the distance and shouting, "Hey! They're back! They're back! Teacher Wu and the others are back!"
Soon, Wu Changkong's iconic white figure, along with Huo Yuhao and Gu Yue following behind him, came into clear view.
They knew perfectly well what Huo Yuhao and Gu Yue had been doing.
When Huo Yuhao's voice came over the radio, they knew that the first step of their plan had succeeded!
But what is the official stance of the Tianhai Alliance? Is Shrek Academy willing to accept the challenge?
Everything depends on the news these three people bring back.
Seeing the undisguised anticipation in the eyes of Tang Wulin and the other two, Wu Changkong's icy expression seemed to grow even colder.
He instantly realized that he, the homeroom teacher, was the only one kept in the dark about today's audacious broadcasting incident.
Wu Changkong had always thought that Huo Yuhao was a calm and mature child who knew how to act properly and was the most worry-free child in the class.
But today he realized that the more carefree a child is usually, the more likely they are to cause a stir once they decide to "stir things up." They can create a major news story that will make the entire Tianhai Alliance take notice!
Huo Yuhao first gave Tang Wulin and the other two a look that told them to calm down, then took a deep breath and walked to Wu Changkong's side.
He looked up at his teacher's still expressionless profile and asked cautiously, "Teacher... Dean Long from the Tianhai Alliance has agreed to arrange a fighting arena at the closing ceremony, as long as Shrek Academy agrees."
"You...should be able to persuade Mr. Shen Yi of Shrek Academy to accept our challenge, right?"
Wu Changkong's gaze first fell on Huo Yuhao, and then his eyes slowly swept over the other students in Class Zero.
He remained silent for a moment before his cool voice rang out in the empty preparation area.
"You guys... really want to play against Shrek's team?"
This time, he was met with five heads that slammed down almost simultaneously, their movements perfectly synchronized and their gazes unwavering.
That was not an impulsive decision, but a well-considered one.
Huo Yuhao met Wu Changkong's gaze and said, "Teacher, some things we must take back honestly and fairly, relying on our own strength!"
Wu Changkong understood the meaning of Huo Yuhao's words; he had already learned the whole story of yesterday's conflict.
The fault does not lie with the students in Class Zero, but with the Shrek Academy students' deep-rooted arrogance and rude suspicion.
He fell silent again for a brief moment, as if weighing something.
Finally, Wu Changkong spoke again: "Wanting to challenge the Shrek Academy team... no problem."
He paused, his gaze sweeping over the five people one by one, his voice suddenly becoming more forceful: "But..."
"You must guarantee that in the end... you will be the ones to win."
"yeah!!!"
After a brief silence, Xie Xie was the first to burst out with a soft cheer!
Then, the others also broke into barely suppressed smiles of excitement.
Because they all understood that since Wu Changkong had made such a request, it meant... he had already agreed!
Huo Yuhao's smile grew even brighter, a smile brimming with the unique confidence of a young man.
He straightened his back and replied in a firm and resonant voice, "Teacher, don't worry!"
(Latest update: Douluo Continent: Huo Yuhao's Dual Transmigration into the Peerless Dragon King)
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