NOVEL NEXT Canaan Academy
Protector Wu was clearly aware of the unfathomable strength of Heaven Ascending Pavilion. Let alone auctioning off a Heavenly Flame listed so high on the Heavenly Flame Ranking like Bone Chilling Flame, the Hall of Souls wouldn't be willing to let go a Tier-8 Bodhisattva Pill so casually regardless whether they had it or not.
Yun Shan's remark hit him on the sore spot. Indeed, the Hall of Souls definitely wouldn't want to offend such a mysterious force over a minor matter involving the Jia Ma Empire.
"In that case, we'll have to cancel our cooperation," Protector Wu shrugged. "Yun Shan, considering the influence of the Heaven Ascending Pavilion, we'll forget the debt you owe us, but I hope if you get something valuable in the future, I hope you won't forget the Hall of Souls' kindness to you."
"Certainly."
Yun Shan nodded, expressing his agreement. His recent breakthrough to the Dou Ancestor realm was all thanks to the Hall of Souls. Although his foundation was somewhat shaky, he was still a genuine Dou Ancestor regardless. Thus, he had no intention of breaking his words and would upheld his promises to them.
Protector Wu let out a sinister laugh before his body transformed into a mist of black smoke, vanishing from Misty Cloud Sect's Main Hall.
…
Outside the Misty Cloud Sect.
After learning that her teacher had been removed from her position, Nalan Yanran was baffled as to why the old sect master had made such a decision. She wanted to go back and reason with him but was stopped by Yun Yun.
Perhaps this was a test from her teacher. If they could establish a relationship with the Heaven Ascending Pavilion, the Misty Cloud Sect would undoubtedly become the strongest force in the entire Northwest region and possibly even rise to prominence in Central Plain.
In the past, Yun Potian had made a name for himself in Central Plain, and Yun Shan naturally aspired to follow in the footsteps of his ancestors, bringing glory to the Misty Cloud Sect.
"Master, where are we heading next? Back home?" Bai Ling asked softly as she approached Li Xiao.
"I've heard that the Canaan Academy in the Black-Corner Region houses a Heavenly Flame known as the Fallen Heart Flame. Acquiring it would significantly enhance our cultivation speed. Of course, such a treasure isn't exactly unique at our pavilion,but it will still be a valuable resource," Li Xiao replied.
Just a month ago, Li Xiao discovered that the Heaven Ascending Pavilion could devour Heavenly Flames. It would absorb all the energy within the flame, converting it into a special power that would enhance the overall strength of the pavilion. The Fallen Heart Flame happened to be one of those flames.
Ranked fourteenth on the Heavenly Flame List, the Fallen Heart Flame could continuously temper the user's Dou Qi, earning it the title of a cultivation cheat code. It was said to refine one's Dou Qi and bones constantly, making it as if the user was perpetually in a state of cultivation with enhanced efficiency.
Currently, Xiao Yi Xian and Qing Lin's cultivation levels were still too low. To help them progress quicker to the Dou Emperor realm, they required even stronger energy. While Li Xiao could purchase resources from the system store, as a businessman, he never missed an opportunity to obtain things for free.
Bai Ling nodded, made a grasping motion towards the space in front of her, and instantly, a large portal materialized before them.
Tearing through space… is she a Dou Venerate? Nalan Yanran covered her mouth in astonishment, her eyes wide.
Bai Ling bowed slightly to Li Xiao. "Master, please."
Li Xiao stepped through the portal, followed by Yun Yun and Nalan Yanran. It was the first time for the two ladies to experience the power of Dou Venerate, and it gave them goosebumps on the neck. Such strength was indeed awe inspiring.
Once inside, the scene shifted from the Misty Cloud Sect to the infamous Black-Corner Region, spanning over ten thousand miles.
Canaan Academy was divided into an outer and an inner branch. New students recruited from across the continent would first train in the outer branch. Once their strength reached a certain level, they could participate in the annual inner branch selection competition.
As long as you make it into the top fifty in the selection competition, you'll qualify to enter the inner branch. Unlike the Outer Branch, which is merely a place to assess new students, the true core of Canaan Academy lies within the inner branch.
Bai Ling lightly tapped her right foot in the air, causing ripples to spread through the void. As the ripples dissipated, she had already located Canaan Academy.
"Pavilion Master, I've found it."
"Let's go," Li Xiao nodded. With Bai Ling, a Nine Transformation Dou Venerate, finding the location of Canaan Academy in the Black-Corner Region was a breeze.
Yun Yun held onto Nalan Yanran's hand to prevent her from falling. Nalan Yanran hadn't yet broken through to the Dou King realm and couldn't transform her Dou Qi into Dou Qi Wings, so she had to rely on her teacher's help to stand in mid-air.
In just an instant, the four of them arrived at Canaan Academy in the Black-Corner Region. Under the immense pressure, all the students at Canaan Academy looked up in shock.
"What terrifying power! I feel my Dou Qi boiling inside me!"
"So scary! There are enemies invading! Quick, report to the Great Elder!"
As the voices fell, several figures rapidly flew out from the inner branch, rushing toward the outer branch.
"It's the Great Elders! Even they've come out!"
"Oh my god, what kind of powerful experts are these to alarm even the Great Elders? This is too scary."
"Everyone, leave the Outer Branch immediately, quick!"
The outer branch disciples were astonished. They never expected that even the Great Elders from the Inner Branch would be alarmed!
The outer branch elders, understanding the strength of the visitors, quickly organized the enforcement team to evacuate the outer disciples to avoid unnecessary trouble during the battle.
Bai Ling gazed into the distance and said softly, "Master, a Dou Ancestor and several Dou Emperors are approaching."
At this moment, Li Xiao also sensed the strong auras speeding toward them. The leading Dou Ancestor should be Su Qian, the Great Elder of Canaan Academy.
Just as she finished speaking, an elderly man in a black robe appeared before them. The old man had white hair and a beard, and his eyes were as sharp as blades.
"I am Su Qian, Great Elder of Canaan Academy. May I ask what brings you here?"
Su Qian's voice carried a hint of respect. As a Three-Star Dou Ancestor, he could naturally sense the powerful auras of these visitors. He recognized Yun Yun, the Sect Master of Misty Cloud Sect, a Dou Emperor expert.
But the other two gave him the feeling of celestial beings descending to earth, a truly astonishing presence.
Li Xiao took a step forward and said, "I am Li Xiao, the Pavilion Master of Heaven Ascending Pavilion. Greetings, Great Elder Su Qian."
"What! You are Li Xiao, the Pavilion Master of Ascension Pavilion?" The pupils of Hu Qian, the vice-principal of the Outer Branch, contracted sharply. As a peak Dou Emperor, the rumor about the emergence of a mysterious and unfathomable auction house in the remote corner of Magical Beast Mountain Range had entered his ears.
Who'd expected such an esteemed person would appear in their Canaan Academy one day?