Xiao Han Was a Good Man
Ignoring Dean Tai Cang's ecstatic joy and schadenfreude, and the confusion and bewilderment of the other spiritual academies.
"How come there's only fifth (seventh, eighth) place?" A huge question filled the minds of the three spiritual academy Dean.
It should be noted that not only did the Northern Azure Spiritual Academy become the strongest in nearly a hundred years under Xiao Han's tutelage, but the other spiritual academies of the Five Great Academies also achieved the same result.
As a result, the strength of the participants from the other Five Great Academies has also increased dramatically. They should have grown bigger and stronger and created new glories, but now they have become the minimum requirement.
No matter how hard they racked their brains, they couldn't understand the reason behind it.
Could it be a conspiracy?
The three Dean shook their heads; they themselves were the biggest culprits.
"Perhaps something unexpected happened."
That was the only way they could console themselves.
The only saving grace is that their academy at least made it to the finals of the Spiritual Academy Tournament, qualifying them to compete for the ultimate crown.
"Well done."
Upon seeing the five figures at the highest point of the central Battle Stage, even the usually stoic Tai Cang couldn't help but smile.
"Junior Bing is awesome!" The student who had been trying his best to pretend to be a cloud of air next to Bei Ming Long Kun and Elder Bing Yi could no longer suppress his restless heart. He stood up instantly, and his loud and penetrating voice pierced the sky.
"Huh?"
Seemingly sensing the silence around him, the student even complained a little.
Where are the cheers? Where are the shouts?
Our own team achieved first place! Shouldn't you be proud of that?
"What are you doing..."
As soon as he turned his head, he was met with two calm, aged faces and a group of friends with complex expressions that were a mix of surprise, admiration, and emotion.
To jump out while two senior figures are chatting away—for that courage alone, I'll give you an extra point.
"Um... Lord Bei Ming, I..." the student said hesitantly.
Before he could finish speaking, Bei Ming Long Kun slightly raised his hand, and a hearty smile suddenly appeared on his indifferent face, revealing a set of neat teeth that contrasted sharply with his sparse hair.
"What are you looking at?"
"Our Northern Azure Spiritual Academy won this time, let's cheer them on!"
As soon as he finished speaking,
"Go, Northern Azure Spiritual Academy!" xN.
Glancing at the thunderous cheers erupting from the stands of the Northern Azure Spiritual Academy, Dean Tian Sheng of the Saint Spiritual Academy frowned imperceptibly but said nothing more.
Since the Northern Azure Spiritual Academy was the first to gain the upper hand, shouldn't they be allowed to celebrate?
Being petty about such a small matter will only make others think that the Saint Spiritual Academy can't accept defeat.
The finals of the Spiritual Academy Tournament were launched with Tian Sheng's announcement, marking the start of a brand new journey.
Northern Azure Continent.
The white-clad phantom left its unique mark on the vast continent, while those below looked up and saw the sky still shimmering with a mesmerizing blue and white.
"Call out!"
With a whooshing sound, Xiao Han rushed into the territory of the Northern Azure Spiritual Academy without any hindrance, and continued to rush deeper into the area without stopping.
However, this blatant and reckless rampage naturally did not escape the notice of the Northern Azure Spiritual Academy.
"That is..."
Could it be that someone is planning to attack the Northern Azure Spiritual Academy?
Many of the new students at the Northern Azure Spiritual Academy who knew about the war between the academy and the Dragon Demon Palace a few years ago tensed up, their faces turning pale as they gripped their weapons tightly.
Amidst everyone's doubts and anxieties...
"Who dares to trespass on my Northern Azure Spiritual Academy?"
Zhu Tian's majestic voice echoed over the Northern Azure Spiritual Academy.
"Stop it..."
However, the figure still did not respond. This arrogant behavior completely enraged Zhu Tian. Just as he was about to take action himself, a leisurely voice entered his ears.
"Zhu Tian, are you sure you want to attack me?"
"Who are you..."
Zhu Tian was taken aback. Although Xiao Han and he were both Heaven Seat Elder of the Northern Azure Spiritual Academy, the former was just an empty shell, an outsider, and did not follow the clock-in system. In most cases, he was outside the decision-making of the Northern Azure Spiritual Academy.
Therefore, it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that the relationship between the two can be described as one of complete estrangement.
But soon, a not-so-pleasant memory flooded his mind, Zhu Tian's face twitched. He then withdrew his attack and aura that were about to be unleashed.
"Elder Xiao?"
"It is indeed I." At this moment, Xiao Han appeared in the Elder Hall and said with a smile.
Seeing this, Zhu Tian was completely relieved.
"With nothing to do this time, all members of the Northern Azure Spiritual Academy should perform their duties."
After receiving Zhu Tian's announcement, the Northern Azure Spiritual Academy, though still full of doubts, continued with its own work.
"It seems like the Spirit Academy is a bit paranoid?"
Xiao Han recalled the reactions of the people from the Spirit Academy earlier and asked in confusion.
Upon hearing this, Zhu Tian could only smile wryly. Not only the students and teachers, but even he, as the Heaven Seat Elder, was living in fear!
From the Dean and Divine Beast to the students and senior students, a full 70% of the Northern Azure Spiritual Academy's resources went to watch the competition.
Now is arguably the time when the Northern Azure Spiritual Academy's defenses are at their weakest. If someone were to plot against them, even if they were to die in front of them, they would not be able to withstand the catastrophic consequences of a significant loss of fresh blood.
Thinking of the competition, Zhu Tian suddenly remembered,
"Elder Xiao, an elder from Bing Yu's family recently came looking for you. He is currently at the Spiritual Academy Tournament finals."
"Oh."
Xiao Han understood immediately, his eyes gleaming. "Has this day finally come?"
"Thank you for informing me, Elder Zhu Tian."
Then Xiao Han took out a palm-sized Jade Bottle from his sleeve and handed it to Zhu Tian.
"This is..."
Zhu Tian didn't take it; instead, he looked at Xiao Han with a searching gaze.
Given the former's shrewdness, he naturally knew that what Xiao Han had was no ordinary item. However, it was precisely because the other party was extraordinary that Zhu Tian dared not accept it. Caution was ingrained in this old man's bones.
Xiao Han understood that his sudden gift-giving was somewhat puzzling, so he smiled and explained:
"Elder Zhu Tian, rest assured, this is just a small parting gift from Han. It's not just you; Dean Tai Cang and the others also received one."
"This little bit of stuff is nothing to me."
"And..."
Xiao Han chuckled and shook the Jade Bottle in his hand.
"This is the Supreme Heaven Pill, Elder Zhu Tian, are you really going to refuse?"
Zhu Tian 'Elder lips twitched a few times, but in the end, he decisively put the Jade Bottle into his pocket.
"Then I shall respectfully comply."
He wanted to refuse, but the Supreme Heaven Pill was just too tempting. It was a legendary pill that could raise a person below the Tier 4 Supreme to the next rank without any side effects. He couldn't afford to be coy or hypocritical.
Besides, since Xiao Han said that everyone would receive this gift, there's nothing wrong with him accepting it... right?
After all...
Xiao Han is a good person!
"Elder Xiao, would you like to go watch the finals?" After accepting the Jade Bottle, Elder 'Zhu Tian old face visibly broke into a smile as he chuckled and suggested.
"Of course, then we'll trouble Elder Zhu Tian to guard the students."
Xiao Han cupped his hands slightly and said.
"It's alright, it's alright."