"Did something happen?"
Everyone's expressions changed. This was the first time Zero Burial had issued such a stern order, showing just how important this operation was. Moreover, from his solemn expression, they could sense a gravity unlike before. Even when the Ninja Sect had been surrounded by the major factions, Zero Burial had not worn such an expression.
"The Five Academies Grand Competition involves too many matters. We of [Akatsuki] must participate fully!" Zero Burial said simply and directly.
Hearing this, everyone exchanged glances, somewhat unable to make sense of it. Only Bu Lianshi showed a thoughtful expression.
To everyone, although Mu Yuyi cultivated at Heavenly Mystery Academy and the Five Academies Grand Competition was extremely important to him, there was no need to involve all of [Akatsuki]. Not only was it completely unnecessary, but even winning the competition would bring Mu Yuyi no substantial benefit. At most, the title of first place would sound impressive.
"If we win this Five Academies Grand Competition, it will be equivalent to ruling half of the entire Southern Bright Continent—perhaps even more!" Mu Yucun suddenly said, instantly shocking everyone.
"How so?" Northern Dipper Meng Jingxian asked impatiently.
"Because of the foundations and resources controlled by the five academies?" Southern Dipper seemed to have realized something and said gravely, "The Bright God Sect once unified the Southern Bright Continent. The five academies already existed then. As far as I know, throughout all the years the Bright God Sect ruled the Southern Bright Continent, even that elder brother at the Great Ascension stage never touched those five academies. Though the reason is unknown, the foundations of the five academies are clear enough!"
"According to the records of the Great Sound Pavilion, the five academies have existed for an extremely long time, and their founders are