Ning Fengzhi was momentarily stunned. He was well aware of the four single-attribute clans, but he couldn't understand why Li Xun had brought them up.
After a moment of contemplation, Ning Fengzhi said, "The Breaking Clan is a subsidiary of the Clear Sky Sect. Although I've never had direct contact with them, I've heard that their leader, Yang Wudi, is incredibly strong. However, it's said that they retreated into seclusion alongside the Clear Sky Sect many years ago."
"Xiao Xun, why are you thinking about them now?"
Li Xun then explained the situation with Yang Qianjun to Ning Fengzhi, discussing the possibility of bringing the Breaking Clan into the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School. However, he deliberately omitted the part about the Immortal Herb, wanting to keep it as a surprise.
"Alright, Xiao Xun, go ahead and handle this matter with confidence. If you encounter any issues you can't resolve, I'll step in personally," Ning Fengzhi said with a smile, lightly tapping the table.
If they could indeed bring the Breaking Clan into the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, the strength of their sect would undoubtedly see a significant boost. Even if the plan didn't succeed, it would still serve as a valuable experience for Li Xun, making it a win-win situation regardless.
"Teacher, I'll do my best."
The Heavenly Dou Royal Academy was located on a mountain outside the Heavenly Dou City. Established by the Heavenly Dou Empire to cultivate elite talents, the academy had initially been founded with noble intentions. However, over time, things had gradually changed.
With the influx of more and more nobles and wealthy individuals, the academy had slowly deviated from its original purpose, becoming more of a school for the privileged.
When Li Xun arrived, the first thing that caught his eye was a magnificent and opulent teaching building. Its level of luxury was on par with the landmark structures of the major cities. Even Ning Rongrong, who had grown up in a life of luxury, widened her eyes in amazement. "Brother Li Xun, Sword Grandpa, this place is so grand!"
The three of them slowly made their way up the mountain, surrounded by rare and valuable plants along the path. The cost of maintaining these alone must have been substantial each year.
Before long, they arrived at the academy's entrance, where a group of people was already waiting to greet them.
"Greetings, Sword Douluo Chenxin," Xue Qinghe and Meng Shenji, among others, bowed slightly to Sword Douluo.
"You're too kind, esteemed educators. I'll leave Rongrong and Xiao Xun in your care," Sword Douluo Chenxin nodded to the group.
"Haha, the geniuses of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School joining our Heavenly Dou Royal Academy—we will naturally provide them with the best guidance. You can rest assured, Your Excellency," Meng Shenji said with a smile, stroking his beard.
Sword Douluo chuckled lightly, then soared into the air, heading back in the direction of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.
"Xiao Xun, Rongrong, let me introduce you to the three deans of our academy," Xue Qinghe said, stepping forward to introduce Li Xun and Ning Rongrong after Sword Douluo had left.
"The gentleman in the middle is our academy's Dean, Senior Meng Shenji, an 86th-level Battle Soul Douluo with the Spirit Black Demon Martial Soul," Xue Qinghe explained. Meng Shenji nodded at Li Xun and Ning Rongrong with a smile.
"The one on the left is Vice Dean Bai Baoshan, an 85th-level Battle Soul Douluo with the Spirit Heavenly Star Furnace Martial Soul."
"And the one on the right is Third Dean Zhi Lin, an 83rd-level Tool Soul Douluo with the Spirit Azure Vine Martial Soul."
Bai Baoshan and Zhi Lin also nodded in acknowledgment as Xue Qinghe introduced them.
"Esteemed deans, these are the two geniuses from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School that I've often mentioned to you," Xue Qinghe said with a smile, introducing Li Xun and Ning Rongrong to Meng Shenji and the others.
"Excellent, excellent. I heard that Li Xun possesses Innate Full Soul Power, and Ning Rongrong has Innate Level 9 Soul Power. They truly deserve the title of geniuses."
Meng Shenji stroked his beard, his eyes filled with satisfaction.
Due to the upcoming Soul Master Competition, various academies across the continent were scrambling to recruit geniuses, hoping their students would shine in the competition and elevate the academy's status and influence.
Although the Heavenly Dou Royal Academy boasted a strong faculty, the rankings of their disciples in past Soul Master Competitions had been less than impressive. This was despite their guaranteed spots in the finals; otherwise, their results would have been even worse.
Meng Shenji and others were deeply troubled by this situation. However, the internal dynamics of the academy were complex, and even they found it difficult to impose strict regulations.
"Greetings to the three deans," Li Xun and Ning Rongrong bowed slightly in respect.
"Good, good. As expected of disciples from a major sect, they are well-mannered and respectful."
Seeing the well-behaved demeanor of Li Xun and Ning Rongrong, the three deans exchanged smiles.
With introductions out of the way, Xue Qinghe took his leave. He was currently in a critical period, as the outcome of the crown prince position was imminent. It was already a challenge for him to find time to visit the academy.
After seeing Xue Qinghe off, the three deans led Li Xun and Ning Rongrong into the academy. Along the way, students who saw Xue Qinghe and the deans escorting two children were filled with curiosity, eagerly inquiring about the identities of Li Xun and Ning Rongrong.
Soon, they arrived at the administration building.
At the foot of the building, a young man was already waiting.
"Xiao Xun, Rongrong, this is Teacher Qin Ming, whom I've arranged for you."
"Don't be fooled by Teacher Qin Ming's youth. He's just turned twenty-seven but has already reached the 51st level as a Battle Soul King. Such a young age for such an achievement is rare even across the continent," Meng Shenji introduced with a smile.
Li Xun's heart stirred, and he clasped his hands in greeting. "Greetings, Teacher Qin Ming."
Although Qin Ming had a history of switching to Shrek Academy to gain prestige in the Soul Master Competition, as a commoner Soul Master, reaching the 50th level at such a young age was a testament to his talent.
When Qin Ming saw Li Xun and Ning Rongrong, he was slightly puzzled. As the leader of the Heavenly Dou first team, he was only responsible for training the team members and did not teach ordinary students. When Meng Shenji had sent for him, he had assumed the dean had found him two strong team members. To his surprise, they were two children of seven or eight years old.
Seeing Qin Ming's confusion, Meng Shenji understood.
"Qin Ming, don't underestimate these two children. They are genuine geniuses."
"Xiao Xun possesses Innate Full Soul Power. At eight years old, he's already at the 19th level of Soul Power."
"Rongrong is also eight years old, with Innate Level 9 Soul Power and currently at the 17th level. Her Martial Soul is the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda," Meng Shenji explained, smiling as he watched Qin Ming's reaction.
"At eight years old, already at the 19th level of Soul Power..." Qin Ming looked at Li Xun and Ning Rongrong in astonishment.
He had thought Yu Tianheng was impressive enough, but Li Xun's talent surpassed even his. Yu Tianheng was thirteen years old and at the 29th level of Soul Power. With Li Xun's talent, he could easily surpass Yu Tianheng at the same age.
Moreover, there was another child with the continent's top support-type Martial Soul.
Qin Ming took a deep look at the two, feeling a surge of excitement. Although they were young, they were more than qualified to be reserve members for the Soul Master Competition six years later.
"And Ning Rongrong can even be used as a formal team member. If we had a few more geniuses like her, the future Soul Master Competition..."
Qin Ming couldn't help but think.
"Qin Ming, I'll leave these two children in your hands."
Seeing Qin Ming's expression, Meng Shenji nodded in satisfaction and then walked towards the Education Committee building.
"Xiao Xun, Rongrong, follow me."
Meng Shenji's words snapped Qin Ming back to reality. He composed himself and spoke to Li Xun and the others.
Soon, they arrived at the student dormitory.
I think the original setting for geniuses like Yu Tianheng and Dugu Yan is quite unreasonable. According to the original work, Yu Tianheng's Innate Soul Power was only around four or five.
Therefore, I made some adjustments, setting it to match Dai Mubai's Innate Soul Power of level eight.
The original work needs some changes...
(End of Chapter)