Chapter 199: Entering the Tower for Fun, Wu Tian Starts Emitting White Smoke
When Wu Tian saw Wu Hao frantically scanning the crowd, clearly searching for him, he shook his head helplessly.
With his hands behind his back, he leaped down from the tree, landing silently beside Wu Hao.
With a faint smirk, he said, "Looking for something, oh great Alliance Leader?"
Wu Hao's mouth twitched as he complained, "Boss, cut it out. In my heart, you're the real boss. Don't call me that!"
Then, with a frustrated expression, he added, "Also, you're way too fast! I was running at full speed and still couldn't catch up!"
Wu Tian chuckled mysteriously. "If you could keep up with me, you might as well graduate from Jia Nan Academy."
Wu Hao was momentarily stunned. Though he felt something was off about that statement, he couldn't quite put his finger on it.
Wu Tian patted his shoulder with a relaxed smile. "This is the Heavenly Flame Training Tower. Let's go have some fun inside."
"Have fun…?"
Wu Hao was completely bewildered. But deep down, he was excited this was the place where Fire Energy truly showed its value.
He couldn't wait to see what kind of surprises were waiting for him inside.
However, looking at the dense crowd ahead, he frowned and asked, "Boss, are we really going to squeeze through all these people?"
Wu Tian glanced to the side, where an empty path lay, and smiled. "No need to squeeze. Look over there someone's coming."
Wu Hao turned his gaze and saw a large group of figures rapidly descending from the sky.
About ten people landed with astonishing speed, each as fast as Wu Hao himself.
However, unlike Wu Hao, they weren't using movement techniques this was pure speed.
Judging by their movements alone, their strength was impressive, likely even surpassing Wu Hao at the moment.
Wu Hao's expression tensed. "These guys are strong…"
Wu Tian, however, merely glanced at their uniforms, particularly the leaf shaped emblem on their chests.
He let out a mocking laugh. "Looks like things are about to get interesting today."
As the group strode forward, the massive crowd instinctively parted, opening a clear pathway for them to enter.
Wu Tian casually gestured to Wu Hao and followed at the back of the procession, completely at ease.
A few clever students nearby noticed and immediately mimicked their movements, slipping in behind them.
Wu Tian glanced at these opportunists, smiling in amusement. "Smart ones, huh? If they keep improving, they might really make a name for themselves one day."
Thanks to their unexpected escort, Wu Tian and Wu Hao secured a prime position at the entrance.
"Tsk tsk… Looks like if you want to survive in the Inner Academy, you need to join a powerful faction. Otherwise, you'll be bullied even when just trying to enter the tower," Wu Tian mused.
Just then
"DONG "
A deep, ancient bell tolled across the area.
Instantly, the once noisy crowd fell silent.
"Open the tower!"
A voice as old as time itself resonated from within the black structure.
A moment later, the massive ebony doors began to creak open, releasing a wave of intense heat.
The temperature rose slightly, and many students visibly tensed in anticipation.
Feeling the heat, Wu Tian smirked.
"Enter!"
The ancient voice commanded once more.
And with that, the students surged forward, racing into the tower like a swarm of locusts.
Wu Tian patted Wu Hao's shoulder, saying casually, "Let's go."
As they approached the tower, Wu Tian noticed something
Despite the raging heat emanating from within, the outer walls were surprisingly cool, almost emitting a chilling aura.
Interesting.
The moment Wu Tian stepped inside, he felt something stir within him.
A tiny wisp of Fallen Heart Flame was instantly absorbed into his body.
And then… it vanished completely.
For Wu Tian, it was like a single drop of rain falling into the ocean not even a ripple.
Despite its reputation, the Fallen Heart Flame was only ranked 14th among the Heavenly Flames.
Meanwhile, Wu Tian already possessed three Heavenly Flames Green Lotus Core Flame, Sea Heart Flame, and Bone Chilling Flame.
Together, they far surpassed the Fallen Heart Flame, likely ranking among the top eight.
To the Fallen Heart Flame's small fragment, his presence was overwhelming, like an older brother suppressing a younger sibling.
Thus, Wu Tian remained completely unfazed.
His expression was calm and indifferent, as if he had just entered an air conditioned room.
Meanwhile, beside him
Wu Hao was the complete opposite.
The instant he stepped in, his face turned red, as if he had just been thrown onto a blazing grill.
Faint white smoke started rising from his body, accompanied by the sizzling sound of seared flesh.
And was that a faint roasted meat aroma?
Wu Tian, of course, knew exactly what was happening.
But instead of helping, he simply watched in amusement.
This was an important lesson for Wu Hao
If he got too comfortable just because Wu Tian was around, he would never grow stronger.
However…
To make things more entertaining, Wu Tian secretly manipulated his flames, making it look like he, too, was suffering.
A moment later
Thick white smoke billowed from his own body, even more intensely than Wu Hao's.
The surrounding students were instantly choked by the fumes, coughing violently.
It was like a toxic gas leak.
A true Oscar winning performance.
Even if Su Qian, the Grand Elder of the Inner Academy, were here, he wouldn't be able to tell it was fake.
Seeing two seemingly clueless freshmen struggling at the entrance, the old students behind them started mocking them mercilessly.
"Hahaha! Another clueless freshman who walked into the Heavenly Flame Training Tower without preparation!"
"Serves them right! Newbies always suffer their first time!"
Hearing the taunting laughter, Wu Hao gritted his teeth.
But with his body on fire, he couldn't even argue back.
Then
"Someone go get a tower elder! If we don't get help soon, they'll be burnt to crisps from the inside out!"
A few students rushed off to find a senior elder, concerned for the 'doomed' freshmen.
Soon after
Inside the dimly lit tower, a large group of students gathered, whispering amongst themselves.
Many of them were grinning smugly, sneering at Wu Tian and Wu Hao for their naivety.
Suddenly
"Make way! Elder Liu is here!"
The crowd quickly parted, making room for a stoic old man in simple robes.
Approaching the two 'struggling' students, Elder Liu smirked slightly, shaking his head.
"Foolish brats," he muttered.
"Charging into the Heavenly Flame Training Tower without preparation what a pitiful mistake."
Wu Tian: "You old fool… we'll see who suffers soon enough."
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(End of Chapter)
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