Chapter 157: Academy Exchange
Although Dugu Yan had tricked him last night, Lin Yang still managed to bring her to heel, making her call him "Daddy" until they were exhausted late into the night.
The next morning, the two of them walked out of the room, yawning.
Having undergone a transformation, Dugu Yan appeared even more charming and alluring, with every gesture carrying a unique flair.
Although she had just turned twenty, her aura was in no way inferior to that of a mature older sister.
Ye Lingling saw their appearance, and a flash of understanding crossed her eyes.
This kind of behavior was just like something Yanzi would do; it seemed she was truly desperate.
Ye Lingling had a hint of mockery at the corner of her mouth: "Are you satisfied now?"
Dugu Yan gave a soft snort, waved her hand casually, and said nonchalantly: "Average!"
As soon as she finished speaking, a gaze as tangible as needles pricked her back, causing her body to stiffen involuntarily.
"Average?"
Lin Yang's voice seemed to be squeezed out from between his teeth, filled with a gnashing tone: "You just said... average?"
As a man's dignity, it absolutely could not be described with the word "average".
"Ah... haha... actually, what I meant was, it, it was okay..."
"Okay?"
Lin Yang's smile grew increasingly dangerous.
Dugu Yan laughed awkwardly and tried to slip away.
But as soon as she took half a step, her wrist was grabbed.
"You haven't finished speaking, where are you trying to run?"
Dugu Yan turned back sheepishly, meeting Lin Yang's narrowed eyes.
She knew that if she didn't clarify this matter today, she had no doubt that Lin Yang would immediately drag her back to the room and drill her thoroughly.
She had already been unable to handle it last night; would she even survive another round?
"Alright, alright! Satisfied, very satisfied, happy now!"
Facing Lin Yang's coercion and temptation, Dugu Yan finally couldn't hold out, and blushing, she shouted it all in one breath.
Then she glared at him fiercely: "You stinking man, you had to hear words like that, how shameless!"
Lin Yang automatically filtered out the second half of the sentence, released her hand in satisfaction, and couldn't suppress the curve of his lips.
Ye Lingling, who had watched the whole thing from the side, shook her head gently and said in a calm tone: "Boring!"
Dugu Yan immediately bristled: "You were clearly watching very intently just now."
"I was just watching the whole process of someone going from being stubborn to being soft-mouthed."
Ye Lingling remained composed: "It was quite interesting."
"You—!"
Dugu Yan was choked with anger but could do nothing about her; then, thinking of something, she leaned in close to Ye Lingling and whispered a few words.
A flush of red appeared on Ye Lingling's ears at a visible speed; she immediately turned her head and said somewhat unnaturally: "Breakfast is already prepared, I'm going to call Xiao Wu to get up."
Lin Yang looked at Dugu Yan curiously and asked in a low voice: "What did you just tell Lingling?"
Dugu Yan rolled her eyes at him: "Why are you asking so much about girls' business?"
After breakfast, the four of them went to the Heaven Dou Royal Academy together.
Qin Ming had sent word earlier, saying there was an important matter to notify them about, and they must go to the academy.
In fact, after all four of them reached level 50, Qin Ming didn't really manage them much anymore.
After all, level 50 had long since met the academy's graduation requirements.
Qin Ming himself was only a Soul Emperor.
The reason he hadn't left was also because Lin Yang had previously, for the sake of the three Faculty Committee members, promised to help Heaven Dou win the championship in the next tournament.
As for the three Soul Bones from Spirit Hall, they had become a secondary matter.
Moreover, whether Spirit Hall would be willing to bring out three Soul Bones for this tournament was an unknown.
It was precisely because of this that they enjoyed the privilege of not having to attend classes at the academy.
However, all simulated Cultivate grounds, libraries, and other places were fully open to them, to use for as long as they wanted.
After the four arrived at the academy, they headed straight for the training ground where they usually trained.
"Boss Lin!"
The Shi brothers, Oslo, and Yu Feng, who had been waiting for a long time, stood up one after another to greet them.
Although Lin Yang hadn't appeared at the academy for a long time, anyone who dared to underestimate him would definitely suffer a miserable fate.
Lin Yang nodded slightly, then his gaze landed on the Shi brothers, and a smile appeared on his lips: "Congratulations to you both for stepping into the Soul Sect realm!"
The Shi brothers scratched their heads embarrassedly.
This team was full of monsters; their cultivation was already lagging behind, so how could they not push themselves?
Then Lin Yang turned his gaze to Oslo and Yu Feng.
Although the two of them hadn't reached level 40, they were close; it would likely be a matter of a month or two.
After chatting for a while, Lin Yang also learned about the recent situation at the academy.
Just then, Qin Ming's figure appeared on the training ground, and accompanying him was Chief Educator Meng Shenji.
"Teacher Qin, Chief Educator Meng Shenji!" Lin Yang bowed slightly.
"Lin Yang, you've finished your seclusion?"
Qin Ming looked slightly surprised, his smile deepening: "That's even better, after all, you are the protagonist in what's to come."
"Hm?"
Just as Lin Yang was puzzled, Chief Educator Meng Shenji took a step forward and said gently: "Don't worry, it's not a big deal."
"The academy recently received applications from the Five Elemental Academies; they want to send students to our academy for a period of study and exchange."
Chief Educator Meng Shenji's gaze fell on Lin Yang, carrying a meaningful expression.
"I don't think I need to say it; you've already guessed who they are coming for, right?"
The Five Elemental Academies are Blazing Fire, Thunder, Kamikaze, Heavenly Water, and Elephant Armored Academy.
The strength of these five academies is among the best in the Heaven Dou Empire.
Although Heaven Dou Royal Academy is called the "Number One Academy in the Heaven Dou Empire," it does not possess the strength to make the Five Elemental Academies truly concede.
In previous years, there was no precedent for such academy exchanges.
Now that they are suddenly sending people over, on the surface it is for study and exchange, but in reality, they are here to scout the situation.
However, doesn't this just show that the five academies have already started to fear Heaven Dou Academy?
Lin Yang thought for a moment, then said: "Chief Educator Meng Shenji, what is the content of this study exchange?"
"The people from the five academies will stay at the academy for one to two months. During this time, there will be classes, sparring, and similar activities; it's no different from regular classes."
Chief Educator Meng Shenji paused and looked at Lin Yang: "Lin Yang, do you have any thoughts?"
Lin Yang shook his head: "No, it will be a good opportunity to use this time to synchronize the team."
"Good!"
Chief Educator Meng Shenji nodded and then said: "However, there is one point that I discussed with Little Qin, and we felt we should tell you."
"Lin Yang, Xiao Wu, Dugu Yan—the three of you are not allowed to use any Soul skills during the exchange."
"You can only use your self-created Soul skills to fight."
Dugu Yan was stunned and immediately asked: "Chief Educator, why is that?"
"It is because of Spirit Hall."
Qin Ming stepped forward to explain: "Among the Five Elemental Academies, except for the Elephant Armored Academy, the other four academies are generally close to the Heaven Dou Empire, but the Elephant Armored Academy behind the Elephant Armored Academy has always been a staunch supporter of Spirit Hall."
"The finals of this year's Spirit Master Elite Tournament will be hosted by Spirit Hall."
"Therefore, Lin Yang, who once defeated a Spirit Hall team, has naturally become a thorn in their side on the road to the championship."
"The Elephant Armored Academy coming over for this exchange very likely has the backing of Spirit Hall. The purpose is to scout Lin Yang's background."
"So that's how it is!" Dugu Yan nodded thoughtfully.
"However, you don't need to worry about being tied down."
Chief Educator Meng Shenji stroked his beard, a sharp glint flashing in his eyes: "You don't really think that the students sent over by the five academies could force out your Soul skills, do you?"
As soon as these words were spoken, the others smiled knowingly.
That's right; this year's Heaven Dou team is the strongest in the history of the Heaven Dou Academy.
They are the absolute Golden Generation.
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