Prelude to the Final Assault

In the main hall, Tai Cang and the other high-ranking members of the Northern Azure Spiritual Academy stared blankly at the white-robed man before them, their astonishment causing them to completely ignore the gleeful Bei Ming Long Kun beside them.

"Is what Lord Bei Ming said true?" Finally, Tai Cang expressed his feelings.

Is this person actually going to join their Northern Azure Spiritual Academy? Even if it's only temporary, it's still unimaginable.

To put it bluntly, with Xiao Han's abilities, their Northern Azure Spiritual Academy seems unworthy.

"Ahem..." Xiao Han coughed a few times, stopping Bei Ming Long Kun from speaking, and then said:

"Having just arrived, I am deeply sorry to trouble your esteemed academy. I hope you will all take good care of me."

"It's alright, it's alright," Tai Cang quickly said. "It's our Northern Azure Spiritual Academy's good fortune that you're willing to join us."

"In that case, Sir Xiao Han, you shall serve as the Heaven Seat Elder."

"Everything will be as usual, you don't need to worry about college affairs, how about that?"

In just a few words, Tai Cang clearly arranged Xiao Han's position.

Xiao Han had no complaints. According to his understanding, Heaven Seat Elder's status was second only to the Divine Beast Bei Ming Long Kun and Dean Tai Cang. Both of these people were irreplaceable, so Xiao Han had no such intention.

What's more, as the Heaven Seat Elder, he doesn't have to worry about anything. Simply put, it's a cushy job with plenty of money, no problems, and great benefits!

Thus, Xiao Han reached a consensus with the Northern Azure Spiritual Academy.

With the contract signed, it's time to get down to business.

"Elder Xiao, according to Lord Bei Ming, you have the ability to break the Ancient Grand Array of the Dragon Demon Palace?" Although he had already heard about it, Tai Cang still wanted a definite answer.

"I cannot guarantee that, but I am somewhat confident." Xiao Han did not speak too confidently, lest he suffer a setback and lose face in the other world.

"Well..."

"It's good that you're confident." Tai Cang and the others were aware of Xiao Han's concerns. They were also familiar with this kind of rhetoric, and at least the other party did have the ability to do so.

"After a short rest, we'll head straight to the Dragon Demon Palace headquarters in three days!"

Since the Grand Array could be broken, the Northern Azure Spiritual Academy naturally had nothing to worry about. Tai Cang even gave the order to mobilize manpower.

Three days later.

Northern Azure Spiritual Academy, North Sea Plaza.

The former training ground of the Bei Ming Long Kun has been transformed into a vast plaza after the establishment of the Northern Azure Spiritual Academy, serving as the venue for many important events of the Northern Azure Spiritual Academy.

Today, the North Sea Plaza is densely packed with students, instructors, and even Elder. After two years of war, the students of the Northern Azure Spiritual Academy have become much more ferocious. Even without any unusual movements, when they gather together, there is still an invisible aura of malevolence.

Since it was a surprise attack on headquarters, quality was more important than quantity, and this batch was carefully selected, consisting of the most powerful combat forces.

At this moment, they all turned their gazes to the figures in mid-air, their eyes filled with deep respect and admiration.

Seeing this, Xiao Han was also surprised. To be able to do this, Tai Cang's level of skill or character was indeed trustworthy.

Unable to know Xiao Han's thoughts, Tai Cang looked down at the crowd with a complicated expression and couldn't help but sigh. Although they had a high chance of successfully destroying the Dragon Demon Palace and ending the war once and for all.

However, it is undeniable that wars always involve sacrifices. After this incident, countless people will sacrifice themselves for the academy. As the Dean of the Northern Azure Spiritual Academy, Tai Cang was deeply saddened.

But this did not hinder his judgment. This was the best opportunity. A short pain was better than a long one. The sacrifice now would only be for a better tomorrow.

Taking a deep breath, Tai Cang began his pre-battle declaration.

"Elder, mentors, and children, our war with the Dragon Demon Palace has been going on for two years."

"In just two short years, we watched helplessly as our former companions and friends left us one by one."

Tai Cang's words immediately ignited anger in everyone's hearts. Over the past two years, who could remain uninvolved? Who hadn't lost friends on the battlefield? Now Tai Cang was reopening old wounds.

Amidst their grief, a fire burned fiercely within them.

Who is the culprit?

"Tell me!" Tai Cang's tone suddenly rose, even using a trace of Tai Cang Divine Sound.

"Dragon Demon Palace!"

With red eyes, everyone roared out the name that had shattered their peaceful academic careers, their anger almost overflowing.

"That's right!"

When Tai Cang spoke, the entire room fell silent.

"That's what I wanted to say too."

"Dragon Demon Palace!"

"We only have one goal this time."

"Destroy the Dragon Demon Palace!" Tai Cang declared emphatically.

"The people of the Dragon Demon Palace..."

"Kill!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Tai Cang's demeanor changed. He abandoned his usual gentle tone and spoke in a stern voice.

"Kill!"

"Kill!"

"..."

The deafening shouts of battle echoed throughout the entire academy for a long time.

Such a magnificent scene still stirred the blood of Xiao Han, who was used to seeing Grand Array.

Let's go!

After delivering the pre-war declaration, Tai Cang gave instructions to everyone.

"Zhu Tian and Cao Xiu, you two stay here at the academy. During our absence, the entire academy will be sealed off."

"If any petty thieves dare to cause trouble..."

Tai Cang stretched out his palm and cleanly and decisively sliced down, his movements extremely fierce.

"Kill without mercy!"

"Yes!" Zhu Tian and the other person replied crisply.

Then, Tai Cang turned his gaze to Xiao Han, his bitter expression completely devoid of the fierce and ruthless look from before. "Elder Xiao, you saw what happened today."

"If you can't break the formation and we return defeated, my position as Dean will be over!"

Xiao Han smiled slightly and said nonchalantly, "If Dean Tai Cang is willing, I can reluctantly accept the important responsibility of Dean."

"Really?" Tai Cang's tone was somewhat excited.

What do you think?

Under the helpless gazes of several Heaven Seat Elders, the two openly discussed the matter of changing the Dean the Northern Azure Spiritual Academy.

Finally...

Xiao Han stopped stalling and gave a definite answer, "Don't worry, Dean Tai Cang, as long as the information on the Grand Array you provided is correct."

"I guarantee that the Spirit Array won't last until tomorrow."

"So, does that mean I've kept my position as Dean?" Tai Cang's tone was somewhat reluctant.

He actually quite wanted Xiao Han to take over just like that. With this person in place, he wanted to see how that old bastard Tian Sheng would cause trouble.

Xiao Han's lips twitched involuntarily. This person actually actually intended to step down?

Fortunately, he didn't continue making the joke.

However, in the end, it was just a casual conversation between the two. Both Tai Cang and Xiao Han knew that the position of Dean could not be decided by a few people in a few words.

Xiao Han is still a stranger after all. Even if Tai Cang and Xiao Han reach a consensus, the other Elder are unlikely to agree.

"Get ready to go!" As the teleportation array was activated, the group stepped forward.