Cang Yue had already given the instructions, and the three of them entered Skywater Academy smoothly.
Upon entering the academy, many students couldn't help but take a second look at Gu Wuchen.
It's really beautiful.
They had been in the academy for so many years, and this was the first time they had ever seen a boy enter the academy.
One of them recognized Gu Wuchen.
"Isn't that Gu Wuchen, the eldest son of the Gu Clan?"
"He actually came to the Skywater Academy?"
Upon hearing this, the crowd immediately became lively.
Gu Wuchen paid no attention to the discussions at the academy and quickly arrived at the dean's office.
Pushing open the office door, I entered to find a mature woman in a light blue dean's robe, sitting in a chair.
Xia Qingyue raised her head and met Gu Wuchen's gaze.
" Young Master Gu, how have you been?"
"You still came in person."
Xia Qingyue gestured for her to sit down.
Besides Cang Yue and Gu Wuchen, there was another woman with a powerful aura, whose strength was definitely not simple, but that did not prevent them from talking.
" Young Master Gu wants to acquire Skywater Academy?"
"Besides providing a sponsorship of five million Gold Soul Coin, I'd like to know Young Master Gu's purpose?" Xia Qingyue asked.
Gu Wuchen smiled and said:
"The goal is simple: the Gu Clan needs talent. I want to be the behind-the-scenes boss of your Four Elements Academy. You will still be responsible for the daily management of the academy, but if Dean Xia doesn't listen, he might be replaced."
Of course, Dean Xia will also have the opportunity to break through to the Soul Douluo, and he will have priority access to all new products released by the Gu Clan each month, such as this month's new Immortal Snow Moon Skirt, which costs tens of thousands of Gold Soul Coin and is considered a luxury item.
Immortal Snow Moon Skirt.
Xia Qingyue really wanted it; that dress was so beautiful. What woman doesn't love pretty clothes?
However, to be the one in power behind the scenes, one essentially has to sideline the dean.
"Dean Xia, think about it carefully. You are only Soul Saint now, and haven't broken through to the Titled Douluo yet. In the current high-level academies, apart from the three academic affairs officers of the Heaven Dou Royal Academy who are Soul Douluo, which dean of any other high-level academy is Soul Douluo?"
Xia Qingyue's fingers unconsciously rubbed against the table, her brows furrowed tightly, her heart filled with intense struggle.
For so many years, Skywater Academy has been guarding this small world, watching one class of female students after another graduate from here. In their hearts, they have long regarded the college as their lifeblood.
She certainly didn't want to relinquish control of the academy, but the reality of the predicament was right in front of her.
Unlike the Heaven Dou Royal Academy, Skywater Academy does not receive continuous financial support from the Empire. Its annual funding relies entirely on tuition fees and a small amount of sponsorship, leaving it struggling to make ends meet.
Many talented students, unable to afford expensive training resources, ultimately fade into obscurity.
The academy's buildings were long overdue for renovation, and the equipment and facilities in the training grounds were severely outdated, but she couldn't afford it.
Five million Gold Soul Coin would be enough for her to double the size of the academy, equip all the students with the best training equipment, and even offer exorbitant salaries to poach outstanding teachers from all over the continent.
Not to mention that Gu Wuchen also promised to help her break through to the Soul Douluo realm.
She's been stuck at the peak of the Soul Saint for a full fifteen years.
For fifteen years, she tried every possible method, but her Soul Power never improved at all.
She knew better than anyone that without a fortuitous encounter, her life would have remained the same, and Gu Wuchen was clearly the one who could bring her such an opportunity.
As for the Immortal Snow Moon Skirt, although it is only a luxury item, it also proves the Gu Clan's strength.
Even a dress can fetch tens of thousands of Gold Soul Coin and still be in short supply. She couldn't even imagine how terrifying the Gu Clan's wealth was.
With such a powerful backer, Skywater Academy will no longer have to be subservient to anyone or worry about being bullied by other academies.
"That's enough."
Xia Qingyue let out a long sigh, and the struggle in her heart finally dissipated.
She raised her head, her eyes becoming incredibly resolute. " Young Master Gu, I promise you. Skywater Academy belongs to the Gu Clan."
A satisfied smile appeared on Gu Wuchen's lips:
"Dean Xia is indeed a smart man. Rest assured, I mean what I say. As long as you manage the academy well, I will never mistreat you or anyone at the Skywater Academy."
As soon as she finished speaking, Cang Yue, who was standing to the side, immediately stepped forward, took out the contract that she had prepared in advance from her Storage Soul Tool, and gently placed it in front of Xia Qingyue.
The terms of the contract were clearly written, exactly as Gu Wuchen had just said, and there was even an additional clause that free cultivation resources would be provided to outstanding students of the academy every year.
"Dean Xia, please take a look. If there are no problems, please sign here." Cang Yue's voice was clear and capable.
Xia Qingyue picked up the contract and carefully read it over and over again.
After confirming that there were no traps, she picked up a pen and solemnly signed her name at the end of the contract.
The sound of a pen slicing across paper faded away, and Skywater Academy officially became part of the Gu Clan's business.
Gu Wuchen picked up the contract, glanced at it, stored it in his Storage Soul Tool, and then took out a black gold card and pushed it in front of Xia Qingyue:
"Here are five million Gold Soul Coin. Take them and use them for now. The first batch of cultivation supplies will be delivered to the academy in three days. As for helping you break through to Soul Douluo, I'll arrange that after I've finished dealing with the other three academies."
"Thank you, Young Master Gu." Xia Qingyue looked at the black and gold card on the table, her heart filled with mixed emotions.
With this money, Skywater Academy can finally welcome a true new student.
"By the way, Young Master Gu, we have a genius student in our academy named Shui Bing'er. Her Martial Soul is the Ice Phoenix, and she has extremely high talent. She also has an ice-attribute Martial Soul. Do you have any tips for improving Young Master Gu?"
Xia Qingyue didn't know exactly how strong Gu Chen was, but he was definitely much stronger than Shui Bing'er.
"My suggestion is for her to go to the Far North to cultivate. Since that's the case, let's bring Shui Bing'er over. We can discuss subduing the Shui Family then."
Gu Wuchen knew that the Shui Family was a decent family, and it was better than not letting any of them go.
Xia Qingyue was taken aback; Young Master Gu really was thoughtful.
Immediately, someone was summoned to fetch Shui Bing'er.
Not long after.
A graceful young woman in an ice-blue dress walked in.
She had long, icy blue hair that cascaded down her back, skin as smooth as jade, and delicate features.
"Dean, what brings you here to see Bing'er?" Shui Bing'er's voice was clear and melodious.
Xia Qingyue said, "This gentleman, Gu Wuchen of the Gu Clan, has a way to make you stronger. Would you like to try it?"
" Gu Wuchen of the Gu Clan?" Shui Bing'er looked at Gu Wuchen and was clearly stunned for a moment. What a handsome face.
" Young Master Gu, I've long admired your name, but since you claim you can help me become stronger, please let me see your abilities."
Shui Bing'er had just opened her mouth when Xia Qingyue was about to speak again.
Gu Wuchen raised his hand to stop him. "It's alright. As the number one genius of your academy, it's understandable that you have your own pride. If you want to see my strength, of course, no problem."