Summoning Newcomers

Layla watched the star chart Ning Rongrong had drawn, while Ning Rongrong nervously rubbed her hands, awaiting the final result.

"Although there are many mistakes, you've still managed to draw the overall star chart. For a newcomer who's just encountered star charts, this is quite good."

"So, Teacher Layla, did I pass?"

"Yes, you passed. Welcome to the Rtawahist, let's explore the starry sky together and seek the trajectory of fate."

"Mhm! Thank you, Teacher Layla, I will definitely study hard."

Layla then took out a copy of the "Akademiya Student Handbook" and handed it to Ning Rongrong.

"You need to memorize this. Absolutely do not break any of the school rules inside, or it'll be terrible if the Discipline Officers notice you."

Looking at the thick "Akademiya Student Handbook," Ning Rongrong's face fell.

"Teacher Layla, do I really have to memorize all of it?"

"Of course. Memorization is a fundamental skill. You should know that Senior Faruzan's Rtawahist graduation requires learning 20 languages. It's terrifying."

Memorizing was unavoidable, so Ning Rongrong could only brace herself and get to it.

Xiao Wu and Tang San also received their "Akademiya Student Handbooks," and they too wore bitter expressions.

Although they had attended Notting Academy for six years, it could also be said that they had wasted those six years.

Because of Yu Xiaogang, they had never received a proper education and didn't even know how to be a good student.

Now that they had entered the Akademiya, they had to settle down and learn how to be good students.

Ouyang Kong was quite satisfied with the current situation. The Akademiya valued quality over quantity. When the academic trend eventually swept across Douluo Continent, the Akademiya would naturally attract more students.

After the Akademiya branch officially opened and began accepting disciples, Ouyang Kong gained four more summoning slots.

He arrived at the Akademiya branch's Surasthana and drew cards with Nahida.

"I wonder who these four slots will summon. All the playable characters from Sumeru should be here already. Oh well, no use thinking about it, let's rely on luck!"

Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh! Four golden pillars of light appeared, and three figures emerged from them.

Ouyang Kong immediately recognized Jahoda and Little Durin, but he couldn't recall the other girl dressed as a Forest Watcher for a moment.

However, noticing the Dendro Vision on her waist and the axe in her hand, Ouyang Kong finally remembered. And remembering her made Ouyang Kong's heart ache a little.

"Lana!"

"Yes, greetings to the Grand Sage, Lesser Lord Kusanali."

Nahida also smiled and nodded at Lana.

"Thank you for taking care of the children and for your contributions to clearing the Withering Zones."

Lana appeared flattered.

"It is my honor to receive recognition from Lesser Lord Kusanali."

At this moment, Nahida also smiled and greeted Jahoda and Little Durin.

"Hello there."

"Hello, Lesser Lord Kusanali. I've heard of you from Scaramouche. Is Scaramouche here too?"

"Yes, but he's gone to another city. Do you want to find him?"

"Can I?"

"Of course. Kong, you have the map, right?"

"Yes, Little Durin, here's the map. Scaramouche is in Martial Soul City right now. He'll be very happy to see you too."

"Thank you, Grand Sage. I'll be going now."

After receiving the map, Little Durin left Surasthana, spread his wings, and flew away. With Little Durin's flying speed, he should reach Martial Soul City soon.

Ouyang Kong then turned his gaze to Jahoda. Jahoda also smiled, but her expression clearly showed nervousness.

"Hehe, hello everyone!"

"Don't be nervous, your boss is here too."

"Ah! Boss is here too? Phew, that's good, that's good."

"Lana, you should know Tighnari, right?"

"Forest Watcher Tighnari? Yes, we know each other. He's also helped me a lot and taught me many things."

"It's good that you know him. Take her to Tighnari. They are recruiting below right now, and Nefer is also there."

"Understood, Grand Sage."

"Great! I get to see boss again."

After Lana took Jahoda away, Ouyang Kong realized.

"Wait a minute, I summoned four people, but only three appeared. Where's the other one?"

Just then, a voice echoed throughout Heaven Dou City. At the same time, the people of Heaven Dou City saw an incredibly huge green figure. This figure was so enormous that it even encircled the entire Heaven Dou City.

"Tiny god, tiny human, you disturb my slumber again. No! This is no longer Teyvat. Tiny god, what have you done?"

Ouyang Kong and Nahida exchanged a glance; they were both familiar with this voice. It was the voice of the Grass Dragon King Apep.

They left Surasthana and, sure enough, saw the massive form of Apep.

"How did you summon her here? This is going to be a bit tricky."

"Kong, do not worry. Apep is not a being with whom one cannot communicate."

They then approached Apep. Upon seeing Nahida, Apep demanded once more, "Little deity, what exactly have you done?"

"Apep, please do not be agitated. This is no longer Teyvat, and we have all broken free from the shackles of Teyvat's fate. Although we summoned you here, we have no intention of harming you. You may look at this world and experience its unique scenery."

"Little deity, do you think such words can move me? Hmph!"

Ouyang Kong muttered to himself, Why is this Grass Dragon King Apep acting a bit tsundere? Did I not pay close attention when I was doing the quest?

"I believe in you. Gods love the world, and you are no different."

"A laughable notion. To me, humans are nothing but ants. Why would I love a group of ants?"

"Then I wonder if you might be interested in the dragons of this world? The main branch of the Akademiya currently has two—no, three of them. If you are interested, you can go take a look, but please do not destroy the Akademiya."

"Dragons of another world? That is worth a visit. The dragon race is the only one worthy of being my subjects."

With that, Apep's massive form soared into the sky, vanishing into the air in the blink of an eye.

The ground where she had just been coiled was instantly covered in green vines and branches, thanks to the power of the Dendro element.

The walls of Heaven Dou City seemed as if they had been fitted with an extra layer of green armor.

Apep's departure allowed the people of Heaven Dou City to breathe a sigh of relief; the pressure she exerted was simply too immense.

Jahoda was so frightened that she clung tightly to Lana and refused to let go. Even though she had once traded blows with a Moon Hunter, her courage was truly not that great.

Nefer stroked Asheru at this moment and asked, "Thoth, you are there, aren't you? Was that..."

"That is correct. That was the Grass Dragon King Apep, whom the Scarlet King had unilaterally pulled into one of the Seven Pillars. I never expected her to be dragged into this other world as well. If only my true form could be pulled over here as well."