Jia Nan Academy had dominated the Black-Corner Region for so many years, yet this was the first time such a major incident had occurred.
Just who was so capable that they dared stir up trouble right under the noses of three Dou Zongs?
Not long afterward.
Teams of Inner Academy instructors arrived at the plaza with grave expressions and began evacuating the crowd.
"Everyone, an unforeseen incident has occurred at the academy. This year's Strong Ranking Tournament has been temporarily postponed."
"Please leave the Inner Academy with us."
"The academy will issue a separate notice regarding further arrangements."
Though the various factions were curious, none dared act presumptuously on Jia Nan Academy's territory.
They could only leave obediently with the instructors, their minds full of questions.
Along the way, everyone whispered among themselves, and all sorts of speculation spread like wildfire.
Some said an old monster living in seclusion had made a move, while others claimed a major faction from the Central Plains had mobilized...
As for the truth, aside from Lu Xia and the few Dou Zong powerhouses, no one else knew.
News of the disaster in the Inner Academy quickly reached the Outer Academy.
The Outer Academy students were soon abuzz with discussion.
"Hey, did you hear? Something happened in the Inner Academy!"
"What happened? Didn't the Strong Ranking Tournament just begin?"
"I don't know either. I heard some powerhouse broke in, and even the First Elder took action!"
"No way, right? Who would dare cause trouble at Jia Nan Academy?"
All across the academy, students gathered in small groups and discussed the matter without end.
Xiao Xun'er stood amid the crowd, an alarmed and puzzled look appearing on her exquisite face.
Her delicate brows furrowed slightly as she looked toward the Inner Academy.
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