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Still, Shrek's current location was rather remote.

Moving to a more prosperous area would help Shrek Academy develop faster.

But on second thought, staying in Suotuo City might not be a bad idea.

There might be fewer obstacles to its growth.

"It's a good plan."

After considering it for a moment, Cao Kun finally spoke. "Go ahead with it. I'll draw some funding and basic resources from the sect for you first. After that, the academy must gradually establish its own businesses and become self-sustaining."

"You can recruit teachers yourself or submit your choices to the sect for coordination."

"As for the land needed for expansion, dealings with the Balak Kingdom, the Heaven Dou Empire, and so on..."

He paused. "I'll assign people to help Shrek Academy officially qualify as an Advanced Soul Master Academy, and secure enough land and policy support for its expansion in and around Suotuo City."

"Having the empire recognize it as an 'Advanced Soul Master Academy' will make many things easier."

Flender and Zhao Wuji were overjoyed!

Advanced Soul Master Academy status!

They had dreamed of it for years but had never managed to obtain it!

With that status, the academy's standing would change completely. Recruiting students, expanding, and dealing with other powers would all have official legitimacy!

The young master truly could work wonders!

"Thank you, young master! We'll never forget what you've done for us!" Flender and Zhao Wuji rose and bowed excitedly.

"No need for that."

Cao Kun waved a hand and continued, "I'll leave the academy entirely in your hands. Remember, be especially careful when selecting Inner Court students and core teachers. Better to have too few than admit the wrong people. At the Soul Master Tournament in two years, I want Shrek Academy's name to ring across the continent."

"Yes!