[DD2]: 22

"Always talking about Shrek's glory, aren't you? Well then, let me completely shatter your so-called glory."

Su Yu didn't have a good impression of Shrek Academy. In the original story, Shrek wasn't just your average group. Cheating in competitions, bullying the weak, arrogance, and unreasonable behavior—they repeatedly took advantage of others. These weren't isolated incidents.

Even toward their people, Shrek wasn't always kind. What kind of treatment did Huo Yuhao receive at Shrek Academy? Despite clearly winning the Freshman Competition, he wasn't even given the title of core disciple. It was Huo Yuhao's team all along, but when it was time to receive the award, they deliberately changed it to Wang Dong's team. Isn't that disgusting?

Later, when they discovered Huo Yuhao's Ultimate Ice Martial Soul, they instantly changed their attitude. That disgusting two-faced behavior could make anyone sick.

Huo Yuhao was indeed talented, but with just a few words, they moved him to tears, making him feel utterly grateful. They gave him a little favor, and he felt endlessly indebted. He even shamelessly said that everything he had was thanks to the academy. What a joke!

Wasn't everything he had given to him by the Skydream Iceworm and the Ice Jade Scorpion Emperor? Without them, what would Huo Yuhao be? Would Shrek even look at him? Shrek brainwashed him so thoroughly that he went around saying, "The Academy is my home. If anyone harms the Academy, I will harm them."

He was completely tamed by Shrek Academy.

Huo Yuhao's personality was partly to blame, making him so easy to manipulate. But Shrek Academy's brainwashing abilities were indeed powerful. One phrase—Shrek's glory—was enough to brainwash so many people.

But Su Yu wasn't like Huo Yuhao; he wasn't so easily manipulated.

"What you say is reasonable. But human society is full of dangers. If you want to learn, you'll inevitably have to enter one of their top academies. By that time, even Di Tian may not be able to protect you. You must understand that," Gu Yuena said, looking at Su Yu with a serious expression.

This journey would come with risks.

"Sister Na'er, I understand. But risk? I've never been afraid of that," Su Yu grinned. He still had a Super Sect Card. What was there to fear?

"Alright, seems like I can't convince you. Take this."

Gu Yuena raised her hand, and a silver dragon scale the size of a washbasin appeared in the air. In the next moment, it quickly shrank to the size of a palm.

The silver dragon scale emitted powerful elemental fluctuations and carried a faint, ancient, majestic aura. Su Yu didn't flinch at the pressure it emitted and casually took it.

The scale was smooth and flawless, as bright as a mirror, and cool to the touch. However, the divine energy it contained made it clear that this was no ordinary object.

"This is my reverse scale. Keep it with you. In times of life-threatening danger, it will ensure your safety," Gu Yuena said softly, her red lips slightly parted.

This silver dragon reverse scale was the hardest scale on her entire body. Anyone below an Ultimate Douluo couldn't break through its defense. However, it wouldn't activate under normal circumstances—only in life-threatening situations would it trigger. Once it did, Gu Yuena would immediately sense it and come to his rescue. But she didn't mention this part, as she didn't want Su Yu to become overly dependent.

"Additionally, the reverse scale can suppress the leakage of your Dragon God aura. Right now, you can't fully control the power of the Dragon God," she explained. Although Su Yu didn't use the Dragon God Seal martial soul in daily life, the Dragon God's dignity would instinctively retaliate if provoked. She had already proven this point.

Who knew how many powerful individuals with dragon-type martial souls were out there? What if Su Yu encountered one? If they released their pressure, the Dragon God Seal might instinctively fight back, revealing his martial soul. Exposing this too early would only lead to trouble.

Upon hearing Gu Yuena's explanation, Su Yu's eyes lit up.

"This is great!"

Now, he no longer had to worry about his Dragon God Seal being exposed.

"Sister Na'er, you're so good to me. I don't know how to repay you."

With a playful smile, Su Yu took two steps forward, getting closer to Gu Yue Na.

"How about I offer myself to you?"

Gu Yue Na was stunned for a moment, then speechless. This little rascal had guts to speak to her like that. But she couldn't do anything to him. After all, he was the reincarnation of the Dragon God, the hope of the soul beast race.

"You little rascal, all you do is daydream," Gu Yuena scolded sternly, knocking on Su Yu's head.

Su Yu, however, grabbed her hand, much to her disbelief. Holding it in his, he looked into her eyes with unprecedented seriousness.

"Sister Na'er, when I become invincible in this world, will you marry me?" he asked boldly.

Call it reckless, call it daring, but Su Yu felt it was necessary. Over the past few months, he had spent a lot of time with Gu Yue Na. He indeed had feelings for her. Her beauty was unmatched, making it only natural to be attracted to her. Even if he didn't love her, he certainly desired her. He couldn't even imagine how enchanting her body must be.

Another reason was her personality. While Gu Yue Na appeared cold and aloof, like an abstinent goddess, in reality, she was a hopeless romantic. Once she fell in love, she would be all in. In the third Douluo story, Gu Yuena falls in love with Tang Wulin, and the soul beast clan ends up betrayed.

Su Yu didn't want to be in the same situation—working hard for the Soul Beast race only to get stabbed in the back by Gu Yuena. Wouldn't that make him a fool? It seemed like he was overthinking, but it was better to be prepared. He didn't like situations that were beyond his control. And this ticking time bomb needed to be dealt with.

There were only two ways to deal with it: eliminate it directly or make Gu Yue Na fall in love with him. He couldn't defeat her, and she had saved him by bringing him out of the Dragon Valley. Di Tian and Bi Ji were sent by her to care for him. Didn't she deserve some credit for that?

So, the only option was to win her over. Once she loved him, with her hopeless romantic tendencies, betrayal wouldn't be an issue.

As for his advantages, he had plenty. His status as the Dragon God's reincarnation was his greatest asset. He could hold her hand and confess without facing any consequences. That was his special privilege. Anyone else would've been reduced to ashes by now.

If you want to make Gu Yuena fall for you, the first thing you need to do is make her take you seriously and focus her attention on you.

In this regard, Su Yu undoubtedly met the requirements.

"Little guy, stop messing around," Gu Yue Na shook her head, her voice soft.

"Sister Na'er, I'm not messing around. I'm serious," Su Yu said, staring intently at Gu Yue Na, his expression filled with determination.

He had to make her understand that he wasn't joking.

Gu Yuena was startled. Looking into Su Yu's determined gaze, she felt a bit dazed. Was this child serious?

All along, she had treated Su Yu like a child, but now, it seemed he had truly grown up. He could think things through and was quite mature.

After a brief moment of contemplation, Gu Yuena smiled.

"Fine, when you're invincible in this world, I'll marry you."

She thought about it seriously. Given her status, there were very few people in the world who could be a match for her. Su Yu, without a doubt, was the most suitable candidate. He was the reincarnation of the Dragon God, upright in character, and full of limitless potential. Plus, they shared common goals and could support each other.

It wasn't that Gu Yuena had any real romantic feelings for Su Yu at this moment, but he was a fitting match. Moreover, if using herself as motivation made Su Yu work harder and care more about the Soul Beast race, it wouldn't be a bad thing. Who she married didn't matter much. If Su Yu truly became invincible, what harm was there in marrying him? For the sake of her race, she was willing to make sacrifices.

At this point, Gu Yuena was clear-headed and driven by logic, not emotions.

"Sister Na'er, are you serious?"

Su Yu's eyes lit up with surprise.

"But I have one condition. I'll only give you twenty years. In that time, you must become a god," she said.

"In twenty years, you'll be thirty-one. For an ordinary person, becoming a Title Douluo by that age would be impressive, but you're not ordinary. An ordinary person wouldn't be worthy of me, Gu Yuena."

Her tone was cold, with a trace of arrogance. After all, she was the noble Silver Dragon King—how could just anyone be worthy of her?

Of course, Gu Yuena didn't expect Su Yu to become a god by thirty-one. This was merely a way to push him to cultivate harder. She didn't want him to be distracted by the temptations of human society, which were far greater than those in the Great Star Dou Forest. If she could use herself to keep him on the right path, it would be worth it.

"Alright, I accept. Sister Na'er, just wait to marry me," Su Yu agreed without hesitation, his voice quick and firm. If Tang San could become a god at twenty-five, how could he, Su Yu, be any worse? He would definitely ascend to godhood before twenty-five.

"Just make sure you follow through. I don't like people who make empty promises," Gu Yue Na sighed softly.

Su Yu laughed heartily.

"Sister Na'er, just watch. I, Su Yu, will never let you down."

Su Yu felt a surge of pride. As a transmigrator with cheats, how could he allow himself to be underestimated?

"Just wait, you'll be my woman."

He knew that Gu Yue Na didn't have any real feelings for him yet and was just pushing him, but he didn't care. He never expected a quick success. He hadn't even expected her to agree this time; he simply wanted to let her know that he was no longer a child. He needed to change the way she saw him. If she kept viewing him as a child, then there wouldn't be any hope in the future.

To his surprise, she had agreed. That was even better—it gave him more reason to win her over and conquer her heart. But it was clear to him now: Gu Yuena was truly ruthless, even using her feelings as a bargaining chip. So, this is what she was like before falling in love? Once she did, she'd be a completely different person.

"So, Sister Na'er, we've made a deal. Neither of us can go back on it," Su Yu said, extending his right hand. Gu Yuena hesitated for a moment before extending her delicate hand.

"Clap!"

"Clap!"

"Clap!"

They exchanged three hand slaps, sealing the agreement.

Su Yu's eyes gleamed mischievously. Suddenly, he opened his arms and pulled Gu Yuena into an embrace before she could react.

The masculine scent hit her, making Gu Yuena's heart tremble. Having never been this close to a man before, she was both shocked and angry, with an indescribable feeling stirring inside her.

"This little guy, how dare he?"

She felt an urge to hit him but couldn't bring herself to do it.

As Su Yu spun her around, his forehead touched hers, and he could feel her breath. Her body carried a mysterious, intoxicating fragrance, making her all the more alluring.

"Su Yu, you're being outrageous!"

Gu Yue Na's face flushed, though it was unclear whether it was from embarrassment or anger.

"How dare you…"

Before she could finish, Su Yu pressed his lips against hers. Her soft, delicate lips had an indescribably wonderful taste.

Gu Yuena was stunned for a moment, lost in the unfamiliar yet intoxicating sensation. But she quickly regained her senses, and fury filled her face as an overwhelming aura surged out from her. Su Yu was sent flying, crashing into the distant wall of space. A silver shield appeared around him, protecting him.

Realizing what had happened, Gu Yuena's face filled with concern. She quickly appeared by Su Yu's side, anxious.

"Su Yu, are you alright?"

Luckily, Su Yu wobbled to his feet.

"Ouch, ouch, ouch!" he grimaced, feeling sore all over. Thanks to the Silver Dragon Reverse Scale, he wasn't seriously hurt. The scale had recognized the attack as life-threatening and activated just in time to protect him.

After examining him and confirming he was alright, Gu Yuena sighed in relief. But in the next moment, anger surged again.

"You little rascal! How dare you act so recklessly! Do you have a death wish?" she scolded, grabbing Su Yu by the ear.

Her usual calm, cold demeanor had been completely shattered by Su Yu's audacity. If anything had happened to him, she wouldn't have known what to do.

"Hehe!"

Despite being scolded, Su Yu couldn't help but laugh.

"Laughing? You're still laughing?"

Gu Yuena was even more furious, lightly hitting him with her other hand.

"Do you not value your life? Do you even know how dangerous that was?" she snapped, still shaken by what had happened. If not for the Reverse Scale, Su Yu could've been reduced to a pile of flesh.

This little rascal—his courage knew no bounds.