After arriving in the Black Horn Region, Victor and his companions flew for a while before finally reaching Canaan Academy.
Just like his previous trip to Wutan City, Victor made no attempt to hide his presence. He walked openly through the air, arriving directly above the inner courtyard of Canaan Academy.
This bold entrance naturally attracted considerable attention.
Three figures soon appeared before Victor and Medusa.
An elderly man in black robes stepped forward. White hair and beard framed a weathered face, while eyes as sharp as blades assessed the newcomers. He clasped his fists toward Victor respectfully. "Senior, may I ask what brings you to Canaan Academy?"
The oppressive aura Victor unconsciously emanated made the old man's scalp tingle.
Even when facing the dean, he'd never felt this kind of fear.
This person's strength is probably no weaker than the dean himself!
Victor asked, "Are you Mang Tianchi, the dean of Canaan Academy?"
The old man shook his head slightly. "I am Su Qian, the First Elder of Canaan Academy, not the dean."
Ah, it was him.
Victor still had some impression of Su Qian from the original story.
Of course, this impression mainly stemmed from his thirteen-year-old adopted daughter, Zi Yan, the little princess of the Ancient Void Dragon clan who had accidentally eaten a Transformation Grass and became a human loli.
To be honest, Victor was quite interested in that little dragon girl.
Not because she was a loli, of course.
But because of her identity as an Ancient Void Dragon.
The dragon race was one of the most noble species in any fantasy world.
If he could bring that little girl back and train her properly, she might become one of his most capable subordinates in the future!
However, this matter required careful consideration. For now, obtaining the Blood Essence Demon Fruit was the priority.
Refocusing his thoughts, Victor asked Su Qian, "Where is your dean now?"
Su Qian breathed a slight sigh of relief.
Judging from the other party's tone, he didn't seem to be here to cause trouble. That was good.
"I apologize, but the dean enjoys traveling and we don't currently know his whereabouts."
Right, Victor had almost forgotten. The dean of Canaan Academy was a hands-off leader who never managed anything.
"You're the First Elder, so I assume that when the dean is absent, you're in charge here, correct?" Victor asked.
Though he didn't know what the other party wanted, Su Qian nodded. "Yes, when the dean is away, I serve as the acting administrator."
"Perfect. I came here today to request something from your academy."
"What might you be seeking?"
"The Blood Essence Demon Fruit."
Blood Essence Demon Fruit?
Su Qian's brow furrowed immediately.
The Blood Essence Demon Fruit was a primary ingredient for high-tier alchemy. It was extremely precious. Even Canaan Academy only possessed one.
"I understand. If Senior needs it, I will naturally offer it with both hands."
To be honest, he wanted to refuse directly.
But when he considered the other party's overwhelming strength, he didn't dare say a word of protest.
If only the dean were here, at least then there would be room to negotiate.
Now he could only surrender the Blood Essence Demon Fruit obediently.
After all, he was responsible for the safety of all the academy's students.
Although the Blood Essence Demon Fruit was precious, it wasn't worth more than the lives of every student in the academy.
Su Qian glanced at the person beside him, who nodded and flew toward the academy's treasury.
After a short while, the man returned.
A blood-colored fruit emanating waves of spiritual energy appeared in his hand.
Victor waved his hand, and the Blood Essence Demon Fruit flew directly into his grasp.
"Yao Lao, is this the Blood Essence Demon Fruit?"
Victor didn't know whether this was genuine.
Just to be safe, he needed Yao Chen to verify it.
After hearing the summons, Yao Chen's soul emerged from the ring.
He examined the blood-colored fruit in Victor's hand and nodded without hesitation. "Yes, it's the Blood Essence Demon Fruit!"
"And judging by its size and quality... it's quite mature. An excellent medicinal ingredient!"
After Su Qian saw Yao Chen's soul, he instantly guessed Victor's purpose for wanting the Blood Essence Demon Fruit.
But he said nothing more.
"Since you've obtained what you wanted, we'll take our leave."
"Wait a moment!"
Su Qian and the others were about to depart when Victor stopped them.
"Senior, is there something else?"
"I've never been the type to take advantage of others, unless they're my enemies."
As he spoke, Victor tossed a long spear spiritual weapon he'd refined during his free time to Su Qian.
"You gave me a Blood Essence Demon Fruit, so I'll give you this in return."
"This is..."
Feeling the majestic destructive aura contained within the spiritual weapon, Su Qian and the others widened their eyes.
What an extraordinary weapon!
Holding this spear, one could actually mobilize the power of heaven and earth!
Though the amount wasn't much, it could greatly increase one's strength!
Such a magical weapon was worth far more than the Blood Essence Demon Fruit!
Su Qian looked up to express his gratitude to Victor, only to find that Victor had already departed with Medusa and Yao Chen.
Nevertheless, he still clasped his fists and bowed deeply toward where Victor had just stood, expressing his thanks.
Meanwhile, Victor and his companions had now arrived at Black Seal City in the Black Horn Region.
Next on his list was the Evergreen Spirit Vine.
This item was also available in the Black Horn Region, specifically at the auction house in Black Seal City.
In the original story, Xiao Yan had obtained the Evergreen Spirit Vine at a high price at the Black Seal City auction several years later.
However, compared to the Blood Essence Demon Fruit, the Evergreen Spirit Vine wasn't particularly rare.
Therefore, it occasionally appeared at the Black Seal City auctions.
The facts aligned with Victor's expectations.
When Victor arrived at the auction house, they had indeed acquired an Evergreen Spirit Vine and were preparing to auction it next month.
However, Victor obviously didn't have time to wait until next month, so he directly sought out the person in charge of the auction, hoping to purchase the Evergreen Spirit Vine from them immediately.
As for where Victor's money came from?
He simply materialized it through his abilities.
Unfortunately, the purchase attempt failed, the other party rejected Victor's request to buy directly.
The reason was simple: the auction had already released information about the Evergreen Spirit Vine.
If they sold it directly to Victor now, they would need to change the auction proceedings.
They were unwilling to do so, and naturally refused.
"Since I can't buy it, I'll just have to take it myself."
Victor was too lazy to waste more time negotiating with them.
He beat them up, then took the Evergreen Spirit Vine he wanted.
While he was at it, he also looted the entire auction house.
Victor had no favorable impression of this auction house.
Beneath its seemingly bright and beautiful facade hid countless shameful activities.
This also brought Victor an unexpected windfall.
A portion of blood essence from the seventh-rank magical beast Blood Soul Canglang, and Snow Bone Ginseng!