The towering buildings came into Lin Feng's view, but what caught his attention most was the figure that had suddenly appeared before him.
"Elder Lin Feng, I am Su Qian."
The genial words made Lin Feng pause slightly. A Grand Elder had come to greet him the moment he entered the Inner Academy—when had he become such a big deal?
Hu Gan, standing beside him, smiled in greeting before giving Lin Feng a nudge.
"Elder Lin Feng, I specifically passed news of you to the Grand Elder. That was why he made time to meet you personally."
Within three sentences, Hu Gan had revealed his true motive.
"Since Elder Lin Feng has received this favor, don't forget about my pills!"
"I will certainly remember the Vice Principal's kindness."
Lin Feng clasped his hands lightly, his tone firm. Setting aside their previous deal, Hu Gan had made the final decision and even secured a promise from the academy for him free of charge. Lin Feng was already deeply grateful.
And recommending him to the Grand Elder this time was another enormous convenience. With his talent, he would eventually have attracted the Grand Elder's attention anyway. But a recommendation from an acquaintance meant he would naturally be treated more like one of their own.
Otherwise, matters involving secrets—such as the Heavenly Flames—might not be revealed to him for who knew how long. Though Lin Feng had never once entertained designs on the mature Fallen Heart Flame.
Its Dou Zong strength alone was enough to make Lin Feng shrink back, let alone the fact that he did not have a Grandfather to help him absorb it. Besides, if he truly took that Heavenly Flame, not only would he end up alienating everyone and acting against his principles, but whether he could even leave