Chapter 166: Qin Ming's Departure and the Exchange Application from the Four Element Academies
The group from Shrek Academy left the sparring grounds with ashen faces, not saying another word.
Zhao Wuji supported the unconscious Dai Mubai, Flender carried Ma Hongjun on his back, and Yu Xiaogang and the remaining students followed closely behind, quickly walking toward the academy gate.
Their retreating figures appeared exceptionally disheveled. The confidence and arrogance they had held upon arrival had completely vanished by now.
Dugu Bo stood in place, watching the direction in which they left. A faint, almost imperceptible arc curled at the corner of his mouth.
His fingers, hanging by his side, moved almost imperceptibly. A wisp of spirit power, so faint it was nearly invisible, drifted out silently and landed precisely on Tang San, who was at the end of the line.
The moment the spirit power touched his clothing, it vanished inside without attracting anyone's attention.
After doing this, Dugu Bo withdrew his finger, his expression returning to normal.
After the people from Shrek Academy left, the atmosphere in the arena became somewhat subtle.
Qin Ming stood in place, his hands clenched into fists, his knuckles turning slightly white from the force.
He took a deep breath, turned to face the three council members, and bowed deeply.
"Committee Member Meng, Committee Member Bai, Committee Member Zhi."
Qin Ming's voice was somewhat low.
"Qin Ming... is also leaving Heaven Dou Royal Academy."
As soon as these words were spoken, the expressions of the three council members changed simultaneously.
Committee Member Meng Shenji's brows furrowed tightly.
"Qin Ming, what do you mean by this?"
Committee Member Bai Baoshan also spoke up.
"Teacher Qin, you have taught at the academy for many years, and your teaching achievements are plain for all to see. Why must you, because of today's events..."
"The three council members need not persuade me further."
Qin Ming interrupted Committee Member Bai Baoshan and lifted his head, his eyes full of determination.
"Shrek Academy is my alma mater, and Dean Flender, Teacher Zhao Wuji, and the others are all mentors who once taught me."
"Regarding today's events, I could only watch from the sidelines, powerless to do anything."
There was suppressed pain in Qin Ming's voice.
"This feeling is truly unbearable. I have no face to remain in the academy any longer."
Committee Member Meng Shenji opened his mouth, wanting to persuade him further, but Lin Mo, who was standing at the side, raised his hand and interrupted his words.
Lin Mo took two steps forward, walked up to Qin Ming, and looked at him calmly.
"Teacher Qin."
Lin Mo spoke, his voice very light.
"You must think this through."
"If you walk out the gate of Heaven Dou Royal Academy today, then from this day forward, you will no longer be a member of Heaven Dou Royal Academy."
Qin Ming's body trembled slightly, but his gaze remained firm.
He bowed to Lin Mo.
"I appreciate the good intentions of fellow student Lin Mo, but... my mind is made up."
"A fine 'my mind is made up.'"
Dugu Bo, standing to the side, suddenly snorted, his tone full of disdain.
"A Spirit Emperor in his thirties. His talent is decent, but compared to a true genius, he is far behind."
He glanced at Qin Ming, a trace of mockery flashing in his emerald eyes.
"Not to mention comparing yourself to Lin Mo, even compared to those two girls, Yanyan and Lingling, you are far behind."
"I really don't know where this arrogance of yours comes from."
Qin Ming's face turned pale, but he did not refute.
He bowed deeply to the three council members once more, then turned around and chased in the direction where the Shrek Academy group had left without looking back.
His pace was fast, carrying a sense of resolve.
Watching Qin Ming's retreating figure, Committee Member Meng Shenji and the others exchanged glances, all seeing helplessness in each other's eyes.
Committee Member Bai Baoshan sighed.
"What a pity..."
Committee Member Zhi Lin also shook his head.
"Over the years, the academy has invested quite a lot of resources into Teacher Qin. We originally intended to groom him to succeed our positions."
Committee Member Meng Shenji was silent for a moment before slowly speaking.
"Forget it. Everyone has their own aspirations. One cannot force it."
His gaze turned to Lin Mo, who was standing at the side.
Compared to Lin Mo, whether Qin Ming left or not was no longer so important.
There were gaps even between geniuses.
And Lin Mo was undoubtedly the one standing at the very pinnacle.
At this moment, Yu Tianheng, who had been standing on the sidelines watching the battle, suddenly moved.
He cupped his hands toward the three council members and said, "Three Council Members, this student would like to chase after Teacher Qin and see if I can persuade him to change his mind."
Committee Member Meng Shenji looked at him and nodded.
"Go."
Yu Tianheng acknowledged him, his figure flashed, and he chased in the direction Qin Ming had left.
Although he said it was to persuade Qin Ming to change his mind, the three council members were very clear about Yu Tianheng's true purpose.
The relationship between Yu Tianheng and Yu Xiaogang was not a secret among the academy's higher ups.
Since Yu Xiaogang left the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, the uncle and nephew had not seen each other for many years. If not for the inappropriate occasion just now, Yu Tianheng would likely have rushed up to acknowledge him long ago.
Now he was chasing after them, claiming it was to persuade Qin Ming, but in reality, it was likely to see Yu Xiaogang.
After Yu Tianheng left, only Lin Mo and the others remained in the arena.
Xue Beng finally could not hold back any longer at this moment.
He quickly walked over to Lin Mo, an excited smile on his face, and raised his hand, intending to pat Lin Mo on the shoulder.
"Brother Lin Mo! You were truly amazing today!"
Xue Beng's tone was full of satisfaction.
"Those guys were arrogant beyond measure. They even dared to hit me yesterday. Today, I finally vented my anger!"
The more he spoke, the more excited he became.
"You not only helped me take revenge, but also brought honor to our Heaven Dou Imperial Family. From now on in the academy, I'd like to see who still dares to..."
"Xue Beng."
Prince Xue Xing's cold voice interrupted Xue Beng's words.
Xue Beng's body stiffened. He turned his head to look at Prince Xue Xing, only to see his uncle staring at him coldly.
He sheepishly withdrew his hand, which had been raised in midair, shrank his neck, and dared not say anything more.
Prince Xue Xing nodded slightly toward Lin Mo and Dugu Bo.
"Regarding today's events, many thanks to you both. As for the academy, this prince will handle it properly."
After speaking, he grabbed Xue Beng's arm and, without further ado, took him away from the grounds.
Although Xue Beng was unwilling, he could only follow obediently.
After Prince Xue Xing and Xue Beng left, Committee Member Meng Shenji walked over to Lin Mo, a smile appearing on his face.
"Lin Mo, your performance today truly opened this old man's eyes."
Committee Member Meng Shenji's gaze swept over Lin Mo, his eyes full of admiration.
"Not only is the combat power of your External Beast Martial Soul formidable, but your own physical fitness and combat awareness are also far superior to Spirit Masters of the same rank."
"Based on that battle alone, you already possess strength not weaker than a high-rank Spirit Ancestor with four rings. This truly surprises this old man greatly."
"After Teacher Qin left, the Heaven Dou level teacher position he left behind has become vacant."
Committee Member Meng Shenji looked at Lin Mo, his tone serious.
"Do you have any thoughts on taking on the position concurrently?"
Upon hearing this, Lin Mo was stunned for a moment, then shook his head.
"Many thanks for the kind offer, Committee Member Meng, but I am still a student. It would probably not be appropriate for me to hold a teacher position."
He paused, then added, "However, I remain the captain of the Imperial Fighting Team, and in the upcoming Continental Advanced Spirit Master Academy Elite Tournament, I will lead the team to achieve good results."
This was his promise to the three council members, and also a conclusion to this period of his academy life.
After the Spirit Master Competition ended, he planned to apply for graduation and leave Heaven Dou Royal Academy.
Cultivation here no longer held any meaning for him.
Upon hearing Lin Mo's answer, Committee Member Meng Shenji's face did not show much surprise.
That Lin Mo would refuse was already within his expectations.
With the talent and strength Lin Mo had shown today, Heaven Dou Royal Academy was too small a temple to hold such a great Buddha.
Being able to keep him at the academy for another two years and have him participate in the Spirit Master Competition was already more than enough.
However, before Lin Mo, Dugu Bo, and the others were ready to leave, Committee Member Meng Shenji called out to stop him again.
"Lin Mo, there is one more thing."
Committee Member Meng Shenji said, "The Four Element Academies within the Heaven Dou Empire have recently submitted an exchange application to the academy."
"Shenfeng, Chihuo, Tianshui, and Leiting. These four academies all wish to come to Heaven Dou Royal Academy for exchange and study for a period of time."
He looked at Lin Mo, his eyes meaningful.
"You surely understand the purpose of this exchange. They are coming for you."
"Therefore, this old man would like to ask your thoughts."
Committee Member Meng Shenji spoke slowly.
"Should we accept or reject this exchange?"
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