Academy Assignment Ceremony Begins, Old Friends Gather
The entrance ceremony for the Wandao Academy was held in the main square, which was already packed with people.
In the center of the square, a massive Nine-story High Platform stands majestically, with three enormous Light Screen projected from the Law Artifact beneath it, corresponding to the Xuanyi Academy, the Shenwu Academy, and the Lingyun Sword Academy, respectively.
On the high platform, the dean of the Wandao Academy and several Core Elder sat upright.
When Qin Wangchuan and Qin Zhaoer arrived, the atmosphere in the square had already reached its peak.
All the disciples who had passed the Heavenly Ladder test gathered here, waiting for the ceremony to begin.
Not only people from the Ten Directions Immortal Court, but also many Prodigy from the lower, middle and upper Three Thousand Provinces have been selected to come to the Immortal Court for cultivation.
Although their activities are strictly restricted to the courtyard, it remains Holy Land of cultivation that countless people dream of.
Qin Wangchuan's mere appearance caused quite a stir.
"Look, it's Qin Wangchuan!"
"Is he the first monster to step into the Celestial Being Realm and walk the true Heavenly Road?"
"I've studied his teachings!"
"Who's that woman next to him? She's so beautiful!"
Beside Qin Wangchuan, Qin Zhaoer's originally indifferent expression unconsciously turned up slightly at the corners of her mouth.
She appeared calm on the surface, but in reality, she listened intently and was quite pleased with what she heard.
A cultivator nearby, who considered himself well-informed, immediately chimed in, his tone tinged with certainty and envy:
"You don't know this?"
"To stand shoulder to shoulder with him, with unparalleled grace and a cool, aloof demeanor like the moon, such a match made in heaven must be none other than the legendary Li Qingluan!"
"Li Qingluan?!"
How could it be Li Qingluan!
Qin Zhaoer turned her head sharply to look at the Prodigy who had spoken, her face instantly turning bright red, her anger reaching its peak.
"You blind fool! Who are you calling Li Qingluan?!" she shrieked, like an enraged little beast, baring her teeth and claws as she charged at the man, letting out a threatening growl.
"If you dare to spout nonsense again, I'll skin you alive!"
"I am Qin Zhaoer —Qin! Zhao! Er! Remember that!"
The disciple was so startled by her sudden outburst that he took several steps back, and those around him also turned to look.
Qin Wangchuan reacted swiftly, stepping forward and grabbing Qin Zhaoer with a swift movement, thus preventing a pet-related injury incident.
As Qin Zhaoer was being dragged away, she struggled fiercely, waving her little fists wildly and cursing incessantly:
"You wait, if I ever run into you, I'll rip your tongue out and feed it to the dogs!"
Seeing that she still wouldn't behave, Qin Wangchuan sighed helplessly and simply picked the girl up and carried her on his back.
Qin Zhaoer was dumbfounded.
"Wait! Skirt! Put me down!" she exclaimed, her voice tinged with panic and embarrassment.
Wearing such an exquisite Immortal Dress, being carried like this was utterly humiliating.
"This is so embarrassing! Put me down right now!" Qin Zhaoer's struggles weakened instantly, leaving only a low growl of shame and anger.
Qin Wangchuan ignored him, simply using his arm to gather the girl's skirt to ensure there was no accidental exposure.
He then walked steadily towards the line of students waiting to be assigned to their respective departments.
Chu Wujiu and the others had already reserved a spot for Qin Wangchuan at the very front, and upon seeing this scene, they burst into a low chuckle.
"Haha, is Young Master Qin taming a wildcat?" Chu Wujiu crossed his arms, laughing in a way that was incredibly irritating, his tone full of relaxed enjoyment of watching the show.
Yan Wujin stroked his chin, giving expert advice. "Based on my experience training birds, to deal with this kind of fierce temperament, you have to establish your authority first. If it were me, I'd give her a beating first, to teach her what obedience is."
Upon hearing this, Qin Zhaoer immediately shifted all her anger to another target.
She turned her head abruptly, her eyes blazing with fury, staring intently at Yan Wujin.
"I'll obey your head! Believe me or not, I'll tear your mouth off too!" Qin Zhaoer's voice was filled with barely suppressed anger, as if she was about to pounce on him at any moment.
Yan Wujin showed no fear whatsoever, instead defiantly raising his chin. "Oh, you've got quite a temper. But you'll have to run into me first—"
Before he could finish speaking, he caught a glimpse out of the corner of his eye that Qin Wangchuan had already gently put Qin Zhaoer down.
Yan Wujin's expression changed instantly, and his previous arrogance vanished.
Almost instinctively, he turned around abruptly and ran away!
"Damn it! You tricked me!" Yan Wujin ran away, but didn't forget to turn back and give him a disappointed look, his voice full of accusation of being "betrayed".
Qin Wangchuan did not answer, because Qin Zhaoer had already chased after him like an enraged little leopard.
"Stop right there! I'll kick your ass until it's raw today, or I'm not Qin Zhaoer!"
Upon seeing this, Yan Wujin let out a strange cry and took off running, "Hey! A gentleman uses words, not fists! Qin Wangchuan, your little wildcat bit someone!"
Qin Zhaoer was extremely fast. Although Yan Wujin was of a higher cultivation level, he was unable to fight back and could only dodge in a sorry state on the square.
Everyone watching this scene couldn't help but chuckle.
But at that moment, Qin Wangchuan felt several gazes.
Turning my head, I noticed several familiar faces standing in the crowd.
Among the Upper Thousand Provinces' forces, Xie Qingshang and another man looked over, their eyes burning with fervor.
Xie Qingshang stared intently at Qin Wangchuan, a surge of barely suppressed excitement welling up inside him.
She has put in so much effort and endured so many hardships to achieve this moment.
What is an easy trial for a Prodigy like Qin Wangchuan is a one-in-a-million selection for thousands of people across Upper Thousand Provinces.
Fortunately, hard work eventually pays off.
When Qin Wangchuan's gaze finally pierced through the crowd and met hers in mid-air, Xie Qingshang felt her heart leap.
All the hardships and perseverance seemed to have paid off at this moment.
A thousand words welled up in her throat, almost escaping her lips.
However, the moment her lips parted slightly, her gaze shifted away without the slightest lingering affection, as if brushing past a speck of dust.
A sharp sense of loss pierced Xie Qingshang's heart, but immediately, an even stronger force rose from the depths of his soul—
Yes.
This is just the beginning; how can we expect him to be with us forever at first sight?
The journey to the Academy is far from over.
The man beside her was Xie Nian.
Xie Nian was defeated by Qin Wangchuan in one move on the Upper Thousand Provinces Arena out of fear, and that humiliation and shock are still etched in his memory.
He clenched his fists, muttering to himself with an barely suppressed longing in his voice, "Qin Wangchuan... let's fight again!"
An invisible fighting spirit spread out.
Qin Wangchuan seemed to sense something and looked over. Although he didn't know who it was, he guessed it must be one of his defeated opponents.
He glanced at it calmly, which could be considered a response to this obsession.
His gaze then continued to scan the area, finally settling on an unexpected person.
"Oh."
In the Middle Thousand Provinces team, Gu Tianye stood alone, raising his hand to greet Qin Wangchuan.
This was once Sacred Body, and once known as the Roast Meat Brother.
Now, having shed some of his youthful naiveté, his gaze is calm yet dangerous, and he faces everyone's stares with composure and fearlessness.
Upon closer inspection.
Beside him, a petite girl was hiding closely, only her bright eyes peeking out as she curiously observed Qin Wangchuan.