Chapter 33: Awakening the Domain

**"Teacher, I've gone to find Meng Bei.

I no longer wish to live under your shadow.

I believe we can carve out our own path without you.

However, I will always be your student."**

The Master stared blankly at the brief letter in his trembling hands. He read it word by word, his hand shaking more and more.

Tears suddenly spilled from his cloudy eyes, soaking the letter.

His expression turned dazed, and his knees gave way, making him collapse to the ground.

"No, Xiao San!"

He shouted, scrambling to his feet, stumbling forward in a desperate sprint toward an unknown destination.

Fatty picked up the letter that had fallen to the ground, curiosity gleaming in his eyes.

The others gathered around, reading it over his shoulder.

After a quick glance, everyone understood the situation.

"It seems Third Brother has abandoned his teacher," Fatty commented bluntly.

"Shut up, Fatty!"

Dai Mubai snapped, silencing him.

But even without Fatty's words, the truth was clear to everyone.

However, most of them harbored little goodwill toward the Master to begin with. Since this was a personal matter between the Master and Tang San, they chose not to interfere.

Some, like Dai Mubai, even admired Tang San's decision.

Tang San's choice appeared rash but was actually a smart move. By leaving with Meng Bei, he had aligned himself with the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Clan—a decision that promised a brighter future than remaining at Shrek.

Dai Mubai couldn't help but feel envious.

Yet, as jealous as he was of Tang San, he envied Meng Bei even more.

In just two months at Shrek Academy, Meng Bei had somehow won over Ning Rongrong, the clan's precious daughter.

A mere commoner had ascended to the heavens in one leap and was rumored to receive personal guidance from Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo.

Dai Mubai regretted not making a move earlier.

He believed he was no worse than Meng Bei and had known Ning Rongrong longer. If he had been proactive, he would have had a much better chance.

If he could have married Ning Rongrong, with the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Clan's backing, his elder brother Davis wouldn't stand a chance—even with a six-year age gap!

But now, it was too late.

Ning Rongrong had already been claimed.

Dai Mubai could only sigh at his missed opportunity.

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*A Few Days Later, Heaven Dou City*

As the capital of the Heaven Dou Empire, the city's grandeur rivaled modern metropolises despite its outdated architecture. The outer walls alone, towering over 100 meters high and constructed from marble, exuded majesty and strength.

A carriage calmly entered the bustling city.

*[Ding! Main Quest 2: Lead Shrek Academy to defeat the Emperor Team and travel to Heaven Dou City. Task complete. Domain unlocked.]*

*[Ding! Main Quest 3 will activate upon rebuilding Shrek.]*

In an instant, the rewards were granted.

Inside the carriage, Meng Bei's aura surged uncontrollably, exuding an immense pressure.

Tang San and Ning Rongrong were immediately overwhelmed, collapsing unconscious from the spiritual shock.

Xiao Wu, however, reacted differently. Enchanted as if by a spell, her body grew soft and instinctively leaned toward Meng Bei, nuzzling into him.

Meng Bei quickly steadied himself, guarding his belt as the changes brought by his newfound domain continued. The surrounding temperature dropped sharply, causing the horses to kneel, and even the guards at the city gate began to sway, as if about to faint.

"Uncle Hao, move quickly!"

Meng Bei ordered urgently.

Tang Hao snapped the reins, but the horses remained frozen in place.

Realizing the futility, Tang Hao leaped down, hefted the horses onto his shoulders, and pulled the carriage into the city by sheer force, preventing the situation from escalating further.

Once inside, Tang Hao parked the carriage in a secluded alley and stood guard outside.

Inside the carriage, a white diamond-shaped mark appeared on Meng Bei's brow, and snow began to fall within a kilometer radius.

As the mark fully formed, information about the domain flooded his mind.

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*[Ding! Domain Awakened: Demon Emperor Domain]*

- *Effect 1: Snowfall*

Activating the domain changes the weather to heavy snow. While active:

 - Your attack power increases by 30%.

 - Non-ice attribute enemies' attack power decreases by 30%, and their speed decreases by 30%.

- *Effect 2: Demon Emperor*

Activating the domain exerts a pressure on all beings with bloodlines inferior to yours.

 - Creatures with similar bloodlines experience a charm effect.

 - Dragon bloodlines suffer doubled effects.

- *Effect 3: Blood Refinement*

You can refine advanced bloodlines to enhance your own. Refining dragon bloodlines or related bloodlines grants double benefits.

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In the carriage:

*Slap.*

Xiao Wu tossed Meng Bei's belt out of the carriage with a mischievous grin.

"Master, please…"

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*The Next Morning, At a Luxury Hotel*

Ning Rongrong stirred awake, her head aching slightly. She found herself nestled in Meng Bei's warm embrace, his hand resting on her.

Startled, she quickly sat up but relaxed upon realizing it was Meng Bei.

"What happened yesterday? I think I fainted all of a sudden," she asked, confused.

Meng Bei explained calmly:

"A mysterious powerhouse passed by the city gates yesterday and accidentally released their aura. It knocked you all unconscious."

"I see…" Ning Rongrong nodded, her confusion easing.

Clenching her small fists, she muttered, "How dare they! If I ever find out who it was, I'll make them taste Grandpa Sword's aura!"

"Alright, don't get angry."

Meng Bei gently patted her head.

"Since you're awake, let's check on Third Brother and Xiao Wu," he suggested.

"No!"

Ning Rongrong pouted, puffing out her cheeks.

"It's been so long since we've been alone. Let's stay like this a little longer!"

She playfully squirmed closer to him, her actions stirring something within Meng Bei.

Thinking it over, Meng Bei decided that since Xiao Wu wouldn't wake up for a while, spending more time with Ning Rongrong wouldn't hurt.

Smiling, he lifted her into his arms.

"Ah! Stop it—this is so embarrassing!"

Ning Rongrong blushed and shut her eyes tightly.

Meng Bei kissed her cheek and teased, "What are you thinking, little troublemaker? I was just taking you to the bath. Are you thinking of something naughty?"

He carried her to the bathroom, where the luxurious suite's large bathing pool awaited, its waters always fresh and temperate.

Playfully tossing her into the pool, Meng Bei joined her.

Ning Rongrong splashed and kicked in protest, her face flushed.

"No! I don't want to bathe with you!"

Meng Bei dove underwater, emerging beside her and pulling her close.

With a few playful moves, Ning Rongrong melted in his arms, unable to resist.

"Such a tsundere," Meng Bei teased, smiling.

And then…

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