Xiao Yun was leaning behind the writing desk, flipping through an old book when Liu Erlong pushed the door open and entered.
She stopped in front of the writing desk and got straight to the point. "I want to take charge of Blue Tyrant Academy again."
Xiao Yun set down the book and looked up at her. "Have you thought it through?"
Liu Erlong nodded. "I have. I handed the academy over back then because I thought Flender could manage it well. Now those students have nowhere to go. I can't just ignore them."
Xiao Yun did not try to dissuade her. "As long as you've thought it through. I'll speak to the Crown Prince's side about the academy and have the instructors who didn't participate in the blood pool released first."
Liu Erlong froze slightly before answering, "All right."
After a pause, she added, "Thank you."
Xiao Yun waved his hand. "What are you thanking me for? Go handle your business."
Liu Erlong turned and took two steps toward the exit, then looked back. "I know this won't be simple. I've considered the money it will cost and the people I'll offend. Don't worry. With my current strength as a Soul Douluo, I can handle all of it myself."
Without waiting for Xiao Yun to respond, she strode out. Her footsteps gradually faded down the corridor.
Xiao Yun looked toward the doorway, then reopened the book in his hands.
Early the next morning, Liu Erlong brought Jiang Zhu to Blue Tyrant Academy.
The seals were still pasted across the academy entrance, scorch marks stained several corners of the walls, and a few passersby in the distance glanced over before quickly hurrying away.
Liu Erlong stood before the main gate for a while without saying much. She merely told Jiang