As for Xiao Yu's gaze, Bibi Dong didn't pay it much mind.
She knew Xiao Yu had many girlfriends, which spoke volumes about his character.
Therefore, she met his gaze without fear, staring back at him.
After a moment of mutual scrutiny, Bibi Dong was the first to speak, her expression complex.
"Xiao Yu, your talent is unparalleled. Would you be willing to join the Spirit Hall?"
Hearing Bibi Dong's routine inquiry, Xiao Yu shook his head.
"Thank you for your kind offer, Your Holiness. I prefer to live a carefree life, traveling the continent with my wives. I have no intention of joining any organization."
Bibi Dong nodded slightly at Xiao Yu's response.
She wasn't disappointed or regretful about his refusal.
After all, Xiao Yu was the Dragon Son of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan.
If he had agreed, Yu Luoming would have been the first to jump up and argue with her.
"Very well. In that case, I wish you continued progress in your cultivation. May you soon break through to the Title Douluo level. I look forward to seeing you in the Elder Hall for your Title Douluo certification next time we meet."
Bibi Dong smiled faintly.
"Thank you, Your Holiness."
With that, Xiao Yu took the tray holding the three spirit bones from Bibi Dong.
His expression remained calm as he turned and walked briskly back toward the Blue Tyrant team.
As he made his way back, countless eyes followed him, filled with envy and greed for the spirit bones.
If not for the presence of the powerful figures from Blue Tyrant Academy keeping watch, someone might have tried to snatch them.
With the final award ceremony concluded, the host announced loudly, "I hereby declare the Continental Advanced Soul Master Elite Tournament officially over!!"
"Coach, I may not be able to stay with the Spirit Hall any longer. I need to return and compete for the crown prince position with my elder brother."
As soon as the competition ended, Dai Mubai hurried to the red-robed bishop in charge of their team and spoke calmly.
"Very well. Go ahead. I'll inform Her Holiness the Pope."
The red-robed bishop wasn't particularly concerned about Dai Mubai's departure. After all, Dai Mubai was ultimately a member of the Star Luo Empire. His inclusion in the Spirit Hall had been a matter of convenience.
Now that his usefulness had run its course, he was free to leave. The Spirit Hall wouldn't miss a prince from a rival nation. If he failed in his bid for the crown prince position and wanted to rejoin the Spirit Hall in the future, it wouldn't be so easy.
"Bishop, I also don't wish to stay with the Spirit Hall. The Spirit Hall is great, but I want to return to Shrek Academy."
Seeing Dai Mubai leave, Oscar quickly spoke up.
"Little Ao, you're leaving too?"
Hearing Oscar's words, the red-robed bishop was taken aback.
His tone lost its earlier casualness.
Clearly, the bishop hadn't expected Oscar to want to leave as well.
Xie Yue and the others were equally stunned.
Oscar was a food-system soul master who had reached the Soul Ancestor level at a young age. He was quite important to the Spirit Hall team and the Spirit Hall as a whole.
"Yes, I've thought about it for a long time. I can't be as ruthless as Tang San and Dai Mubai. I was raised by Shrek Academy, nurtured by its teachers.
Shrek is my home. If it weren't for Shrek Academy taking me in, I don't know if I'd even be alive today. So, I want to stay at Shrek and continue being a carefree sausage seller!"
Oscar spoke with utmost sincerity.
"This... Alright. But Little Ao, if you ever want to return, the Spirit Hall will always welcome you!"
Seeing Oscar's determination, the red-robed bishop sighed and nodded.
Although he was deeply regretful, Oscar's heart wasn't in it, and he couldn't force him to stay.
"Thank you, Bishop!"
Oscar bowed respectfully to the bishop, Xie Yue, Hu Liena, Yan, and the others, then ran off excitedly toward the hotel.
Watching Oscar's retreating figure, the red-robed bishop sighed, then said calmly, "Alright, they were outsiders to begin with. If they want to leave, let them. Now, come with me to face Her Holiness the Pope's punishment."
Hearing the bishop's words, everyone present wore bitter expressions.
"Your Holiness, since the tournament has concluded, I shall take my leave. Farewell."
"Very well, Sect Master Ning. Thank you for your assistance earlier."
Bibi Dong smiled.
She then returned to the Pope's Hall with Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo.
After seeing Bibi Dong off, Ning Fengzhi, along with Dugu Bo, Sword Douluo, and Crown Prince Xue Qinghe, arrived at the Blue Tyrant Academy's camp.
As soon as they arrived, they heard Xiao Yu distributing the spirit bones.
"Here, this head spirit bone is for Sister Yan Yan. This leg bone is for Zhuqing. This one is for Teacher Erlong..."
"Dad!"
Seeing Ning Fengzhi arrive, Ning Rongrong, who had been smiling as she watched, immediately rushed over and threw herself into his arms.
"Good girl."
Ning Fengzhi patted Ning Rongrong's head gently and smiled.
"Brother Yu, you really outdid yourself this time! Even bringing out Soul Douluo-level combat power. That match had me on the edge of my seat!!"
Xue Qinghe, his face glowing with excitement, clapped Xiao Yu on the shoulder and laughed heartily.
Seeing his elder sister suffer such a defeat filled Xue Qinghe with immense satisfaction.
"You flatter me, Your Highness."
Xiao Yu smiled faintly.
As everyone chatted animatedly, Liu Erlong noticed Flender approaching with his hands behind his back.
Seeing this, Liu Erlong walked over and asked calmly, "Big Brother Flender, what brings you here?"
Flender looked at Liu Erlong, who seemed more radiant than ever, and gave a genuine smile.
"I just came to say goodbye. The tournament is over, and Shrek Academy is preparing to leave. I wanted to congratulate you on your victory before we go... Erlong, congratulations on winning the championship."
"Thank you, but it's all thanks to Xiao Yu."
Liu Erlong smiled.
Hearing this, Flender couldn't help but sigh inwardly.
He regretted not being braver back then.
In the end, all his thoughts condensed into a bitter smile.
"Then I'll take my leave."
"Alright."
Liu Erlong watched Flender walk away dejectedly, then calmly returned to the Blue Tyrant Academy.
"Dean Erlong, are you planning to leave today?"
Ning Fengzhi asked.
"Huh? We're planning to leave tomorrow. We'll rest today. Now that the tournament is over, we have nothing else to do."