Inside Zhou Sheng'an's office.
Zhou Sheng'an led Ning Fengzhi and Sword Douluo inside, followed by Liu Erlong and Flender. Xiao Wu also trailed in behind them—after all, since this was about a Titled Douluo who had discovered her, she had to see for herself how things would be handled.
Flender made exaggerated expressions at Liu Erlong, patting his chest.
He was signaling that his heart could barely take it.
With Zhou Sheng'an sitting in the academy like a divine figure, there was no way things would ever stay peaceful!
First, the Clear Sky Sect's sect master and Poison Douluo had come. Now, even the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's sect master had arrived. At this rate, wouldn't the Pope of the Spirit Hall come knocking in the future too?
Blue Tyrant Academy, that once insignificant little academy, was truly about to become famous!
Liu Erlong had a smug look on her face. She pointed at Zhou Sheng'an, then at herself, as if to say—he's my man!
Flender smiled helplessly. Your man? If the entire Blue Tyrant Academy had to vote between keeping Liu Erlong or Zhou Sheng'an, there was no doubt—Liu Erlong would be the one kicked out without hesitation.
Just look at Zhou Sheng'an—even the sect masters of the three great sects didn't dare to underestimate him!
After entering the room, Ning Fengzhi once again apologized, "I sincerely apologize. I didn't know this young lady was Teacher Zhou's disciple, which led to a small misunderstanding. I hope you can understand. From now on, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect will assist Teacher Zhou in any way we can…"
He didn't say everything outright, but the promise was clear.
Because of Zhou Sheng'an, they wouldn't just refrain from harming Xiao Wu, a hundred-thousand-year soul beast in human form—they would even help cover for her!
As for how much help they could provide, that would depend on the future.
Zhou Sheng'an smiled slightly and said, "It's just a small matter, Sect Master Ning, there's no need to dwell on it."
Since the master of one of the three great sects had already shown him such respect, Zhou Sheng'an naturally wouldn't keep harping on the issue. Besides, he had his own use for the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, so there was no need to strain their relationship.
After a brief pause, Zhou Sheng'an asked, "Sect Master Ning, you mentioned you were looking for me. What's the matter?"
Ning Fengzhi immediately explained, "I've heard that Teacher Zhou personally selects spirit rings for Blue Tyrant Academy's students."
"Through specific ring combinations, they can achieve miraculous effects—fusion rings, spirit ring fusion techniques, soul power amplification… It was an eye-opener for me, so I came personally to meet the extraordinary man behind it all."
Sword Douluo nodded in agreement. "Indeed. Teacher Zhou's approach to spirit ring selection has given me many insights. If I had met Teacher Zhou earlier, perhaps my combat strength could have reached even greater heights."
Neither of them concealed their admiration for Zhou Sheng'an.
If their words were spread, the entire soul master world would be shaken, and everyone would want to meet this so-called 'extraordinary man.'
Zhou Sheng'an shook his head with a chuckle. If this had been before he obtained his god-level protection, he would have avoided such attention at all costs.
Did they think he wanted to be in the spotlight?
But now, with no threat to his life, he was more than happy to build his reputation—because it meant he could accomplish many things!
For instance, to achieve the grand alliance he envisioned, he first needed to establish authority!
After a moment of contemplation, Zhou Sheng'an said humbly, "You flatter me. It's nothing more than some unconventional ideas. Nothing too remarkable. After all, the theory behind fusion rings has long been part of the Huo Clan's inheritance in Divine Fire City. I merely built upon their existing knowledge."
Although Zhou Sheng'an downplayed his contributions, no one dared to take him lightly.
After all, the fusion ring technique was a closely guarded secret of the Huo Clan—yet Zhou Sheng'an had not only replicated it but had also applied it to a commoner student!
If that student developed properly, they could become the second coming of the Huo Clan!
Back then, Yu Xiaogang had merely compiled and summarized knowledge that already existed among various noble families before sharing it with the soul master world, earning himself the title of 'Grandmaster' with the support of the Spirit Hall.
Now, Zhou Sheng'an wasn't just summarizing—he was taking the very foundation of powerful clans' secrets and distributing them freely!
And to him, what others treated as sacred inheritance was merely one of many theories—nothing particularly special!
Ning Fengzhi took a deep breath and smiled. "Teacher Zhou, now that I've met you, I have an unreasonable request. I hope you will consider it…"
"Please, go ahead." Zhou Sheng'an nodded.
"I have a daughter, twelve years old, with innate soul power at level nine. Her talent is decent, but she's unruly and difficult to discipline. I hope Teacher Zhou will take her as a disciple. She will respect you just as I do…" Ning Fengzhi said slowly.
His intention was clear—he wanted Ning Rongrong to become Zhou Sheng'an's student.
And not just in a casual sense, but as a disciple in the truest form—one who would see Zhou Sheng'an as a father figure, binding the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect to him as a firm ally!
Zhou Sheng'an smiled. "Since Sect Master Ning has made such a request, how could I refuse?"
Ning Fengzhi also smiled warmly and engaged in further conversation with Zhou Sheng'an.
Within just a few brief exchanges, they had already formed a solid alliance for the future!
Meanwhile, Flender and Liu Erlong were completely sidelined.
Ning Fengzhi and Sword Douluo had come specifically for Zhou Sheng'an—they had no interest in paying attention to someone like Liu Erlong.
And rightly so.
Ning Fengzhi and Sword Douluo were on equal footing with the head of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan.
Liu Erlong? She was an entire generation below them.
Flender gave her a knowing look and sent her a voice transmission, "See that, Erlong? Zhou Sheng'an isn't someone you can control."
"Who said I can't control him?!" Liu Erlong glared at Flender.
But deep down, she couldn't help but think, 'Compared to him, Xiao Gang is really… pathetic.'
She had never thought about it before. She always assumed no one could surpass Xiao Gang. But now…
…
After seeing Ning Fengzhi and Sword Douluo off, Zhou Sheng'an spoke with Liu Erlong for a while, mainly informing her that in the near future, he was going to cause a major stir at Blue Tyrant Academy.
Liu Erlong stared at him blankly and asked, "Isn't this already big enough?"
"I'm going to become famous," Zhou Sheng'an said with a smile.
Liu Erlong was utterly baffled. What does he mean by 'become famous'?
Wasn't he already famous enough? The three great sects already knew his name.
Even various academies had sent letters to her, requesting to send students to Blue Tyrant Academy for studies.
And what baffled her the most was that the Four Element Academies, located in completely different regions, had somehow coordinated with each other to come learn as well!
Seriously? They're so far away—how did they even hear about Zhou Sheng'an?!
"This is such a hassle… Now I have to reorganize the academy to accommodate all these people…" Liu Erlong sighed, feeling the burden of a joyful problem.
…
Yes, Zhou Sheng'an planned to take the path of the Grand Sage Master. However, he would control the pace this time—unlike in his Grand Sage Master simulation, where he had acted too flamboyantly and provoked too much resistance from the nobility.
This time, he would make his name known but refrain from interfering in matters concerning the common folk for now.
His first goal was to stabilize the soul master world and establish the grand alliance.
Then, within two years, he would ascend to godhood.
At that point, he would have the power to dictate the future.
Once he was strong enough to abolish noble privileges, the two great empires would have no choice but to obey!
Back in his room, Zhou Sheng'an began organizing the theories he planned to make public.
Of course, this was just preliminary preparation—the real execution would take place in his simulation!
And in just a few days, the next simulation would begin—perfectly synchronized with the present.
It was bound to be an invaluable reference!