Xie Xie: I'm Scared, Guys [Seeking Recommendation Tickets]

Not long after, at the Eastsea Spirit Pagoda.

"I am Lu Wei, branch master of the Eastsea Spirit Pagoda."

"Greetings, Spirit Envoy Lu Li."

Inside the branch master's office, a sturdy, middle-aged man spoke solemnly before Lu Li.

He appeared to be in his forties, dressed in a formal suit, his resolute face filled with respect as he spoke directly.

The various branches of the Spirit Pagoda were divided into different factions, generally split between the faction of Pagoda Master Qiangu Dongfeng and the faction of Vice Pagoda Masters Han Tianyi and Leng Yaozhu.

And he was a direct subordinate of Leng Yaozhu.

Therefore, not to mention that Lu Li was already one of the four great Spirit Envoys of the Spirit Pagoda, the identity of the person before him as her personal disciple was enough to warrant his utmost respect.

Moreover, the eighteen-year-old youth before him was already a Title Douluo with a cultivation level no weaker than his own.

"Branch Master Lu, there is no need to be so formal."

Lu Li smiled, shook his head, and said softly.

"I have come to see you this time because I need your help in finding a suitable place to stay."

"A place to stay? You are in Eastsea City this time..."

"Are you planning to stay for a while?"

Hearing this, Lu Wei was momentarily stunned.

"Yes, I will be staying for a period of time."

"It would be best if you could help me find a suitable residence within today, Branch Master Lu."

Lu Li nodded with a smile and replied.

"Rest assured, Envoy Lu."

"Leave this matter to me."

Lu Wei suppressed his excitement, his mind beginning to indulge in unrealistic fantasies at this very moment; it seemed that the Spirit Envoy before him was likely planning to reside in Eastsea City for a long time!

And as the dignified master of this branch...

He would have to make sure this person truly experienced what it meant to be loyal!

"..."

"Actually."

"There was no need for it to be this big."

That afternoon, Lu Li held the keys to a large villa located in the city center. Looking at the luxurious interior, he sat on the sofa, momentarily at a loss for words.

Such a large villa.

It wasn't very convenient for just one person to live in.

Beyond his surprise, he couldn't help but sigh at how shrewd the man was; even if this villa wasn't gifted to him, the man would likely have given it to someone else just to build a connection...

This man was truly eager to climb the ranks.

"Oh well, big is fine, I suppose."

"I'll just make do with it."

Lu Li quickly regained his composure. Compared to this, he was actually more looking forward to what kind of missions he would have later.

Not to mention [Challenge Xie Xie], he would have plenty of time to study that once Donghai Academy officially started, which was only two days away.

"I'll spend the next two days in cultivation."

As he thought this, Lu Li immediately sat cross-legged on the sofa and began to meditate. His movements were very practiced, and he quickly entered a state of focus.

"..."

"My bottleneck still cannot be broken through."

Meanwhile.

At the Donghai Academy teacher apartments.

Wu Changkong, wearing duck-patterned pajamas, sat cross-legged on his bed, feeling the lack of progress in his cultivation, and sighed.

Sure enough, even if he tried to cultivate as hard as he once did, the fact that his cultivation hadn't increased even a bit told him it was nothing more than wishful thinking.

"The threshold of level 69."

"It has blocked me for too long..."

Wu Changkong sighed, murmuring to himself.

The gap between himself and Lu Li would likely only grow wider. Could a guy like him really catch up to the other?

Could a guy like him also reach the pinnacle?

"..."

Time flew by, and two days passed.

After going through the opening ceremony and a series of freshman arrangements, the first lesson for the first-year students officially began.

On the first floor of the teaching building, in the classroom for Class 1, Grade 1.

At this moment, most of the students were already seated in the classroom, and among them, naturally, were the figures of Tang Wulin and Xie Xie.

"Xie Xie, what do you think our first lesson will be about?"

Tang Wulin sat beside Xie Xie, his face seemingly filled with endless anticipation as he asked out of curiosity.

"I have no idea."

Xie Xie sat silently, showing little interest on his face; instead, his eyes held a hint of vigilance as he scanned the people around him.

According to his understanding, there were a full three top-tier geniuses in this year's Class 1 who had cultivation levels above that of a Soul Grand Master.

His own talent was still lagging behind just a little bit.

Slowly, under the expectant gazes of the students, the figures of Lu Li and Wu Changkong walked into the classroom together and stood at the podium at the very front.

"Quiet."

Wu Changkong's cold eyes swept across everyone in the class. With just those two words, the powerful aura honed from years of teaching caused the entire classroom to fall completely silent.

"My name is Wu Changkong, martial soul Sky Frost Sword, level 69 power attack system battle soul emperor."

"For the time to come, I will be serving as your homeroom teacher alongside Teacher Lu Li here beside me, guiding you through your courses."

Wu Changkong's expression was cold as he spoke slowly.

To this, Lu Li nodded slightly. Even though he didn't say anything and simply wore a faint smile, in the eyes of many students, his danger level was completely above that of Wu Changkong.

That aura of a powerhouse, which could not be concealed, made them lack even the courage to look him directly in the eye.

"Everyone, please introduce yourselves first."

"Let's start with the student on the far left."

Lu Li's gaze fell upon the student on the far left, and he smiled slightly. As it happened, this was exactly where Tang Wulin and Xie Xie were seated.

"Xie Xie, martial soul Light Dragon Dagger, level 18 agility attack system battle soul master."

"My name is Tang Wulin, martial soul Blue Silver Grass, level 14 control system one-ring battle soul master. It's a pleasure to meet everyone."

The two spoke up one after the other.

Among them, Xie Xie's cultivation didn't cause much of a stir in the class, but Tang Wulin, who followed him, completely shocked everyone present.

The class hailed as the strongest among the freshmen...

Had actually let a Blue Silver Grass soul master sneak in?

"Blue Silver Grass can cultivate this fast?"

"Did they pay a bribe to get in?"

"Shh, maybe they have connections at home. Keep it down, don't let them hear you..."

Bursts of discussion erupted in the classroom.

"No, what do you guys know!"

Before Tang Wulin could say anything, Xie Xie, who knew he had the real goods, became a bit anxious.

But since he couldn't tell others that he had been beaten up, he could only grit his teeth and glare in frustration.

"It's fine, Xie Xie."

"Don't let this affect your mood."

Regarding the whispers reaching his ears, Tang Wulin just smiled and shook his head, facing it all with composure. He had experienced too much of this kind of pressure since he was a child.

If he were the type to be defeated by such things, he wouldn't be who he was.

"Quiet."

Lu Li spoke with a calm expression.

In an instant, an invisible sense of oppression nearly exploded throughout the classroom. The powerful aura caused everyone who had just been talking to shut their mouths.

This included the friendly fire from Xie Xie as well.

"Phew..."

Sitting in the front row and feeling the terrifying pressure radiating from Lu Li, Xie Xie felt a chill run down his spine, his eyes filled with fear.

He was truly afraid.

It wasn't the first time he had felt the other man's powerful aura, but even so, he couldn't stop himself from marveling in his heart: just how strong was the person before him?

For no reason, he couldn't help but compare himself to the other man. By the time he reached the other man's age, would he be able to surpass him in cultivation...

Don't make Teacher Lu Li laugh!

"Teacher Lu Li's cultivation..."

"I'm afraid it's even above Teacher Wu's."

Xie Xie calculated silently in his heart.

[Congratulations to the host for completing the mission]

[Host, your momentum was like a rainbow; with just a single glance, you made Xie Xie retreat without a fight and bow his head to you]

[Mission exceeded expectations, rewards issued]

[Congratulations to the host for obtaining one million Federal Coin]

"..."

Listening to the voice in his mind, Lu Li, standing on the podium, felt his mouth twitch. He had certainly noticed the look of shock on Xie Xie's face, but he hadn't expected the result to be the early completion of the mission.

The missions nowadays are truly even simpler than I imagined.

Lu Li couldn't help but think to himself. Then again, how was this any different from having food fed directly into his mouth?

It seemed the only difference was...

It was faster than being fed.