"How do you all find this place?"
Flender's question was directed at the other teachers.
Shao Xin leaned back on the sofa, relaxing completely."Not bad at all. Better than I imagined. I really like the air here."
Zhao Wuji kept nodding."This is indeed a great place to retire someday. It's close to Heaven Dou City, and everything's convenient."
Flender laughed. His old friends were clearly satisfied.
Before long, the sound of hurried footsteps echoed, and Qin Ming strode in, his face bright with joy.
After exchanging a few quick words, Qin Ming explained that everything had already been arranged. He then led everyone to a courtyard that had been specially prepared for them —a private area belonging solely to Shrek Academy.
It stood apart like its own little world, even larger than their original academy.
Everyone sighed in admiration at Qin Ming's efficiency.They didn't realize that Qin Ming now held a high position within Heaven Dou Royal Academy.
"Originally, I wanted to invite the teachers and fellow students to a nice restaurant in Heaven Dou City to welcome you properly," Qin Ming said."But since it's already late, we'll eat something simple here at the academy. Once everything is settled tomorrow, the academy will host a formal banquet for you."
Flender smiled warmly. He was very pleased with this student."Qin Ming, you know us. We're not much for formalities, so don't trouble yourself too much."
Though Qin Ming called it a casual meal, he still treated them with the highest standard — the dinner was lavish and refined.
After dinner, everyone finally got the chance to rest properly after their long journey.
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Early the next morning, just as Tang San finished his Purple Demon Eye cultivation, Qin Ming arrived,bringing along a chef hired by the academy with trays of steaming breakfast.
"Xiao San, you're up so early?"
Qin Ming happened to see Tang San jumping down from the roof and greeted him with a smile.
Tang San chuckled. "Senior, you're up early too!"
Qin Ming patted Tang San's shoulder."Among the eight Shrek students, aside from Ye Fan, the one who impressed me most is you."
"I don't quite know how to put it — your talent may not be exceptional, but the way you find new methods of attack is impressive."
"It's a bit disgusting, yes," he added with a grin, "but I can't deny — it's effective."
"Keep it up. Senior believes in you."
Tang San's smiling face immediately darkened.Was that supposed to be a compliment?
Lack of talent?Him?
Ridiculous!He wasn't even thirteen yet,and his soul power had already reached Level 25.
He could even assist his wife in cultivation.
Who lacked talent now?
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Soon, the others from Shrek Academy woke up one by one.While they ate breakfast, Qin Ming gave a brief explanation of the structure of Heaven Dou Royal Academy.
The students were divided into three levels:those newly enrolled or below Level 25 were in the Tianwei Rank,those between Level 25 and 30 were Tianzhi Rank,and those above Level 30 entered the highest Tiandou Rank.
The members of the Emperor Team were among the top of the Tiandou Rank,while the students they had met at the foot of the mountain yesterday were only Tianwei Rank.
Teachers were ranked the same way, though the requirements were higher.
Soul power at Level 40 was the basic threshold to qualify as a teacher in Heaven Dou Royal Academy — as in most advanced soul master academies.
Teachers between Level 40 and 50 were Tianwei Teachers.Those between 50 and 60 were Tianzhi Teachers.Above Level 60 were Tiandou Teachers.
The teacher they met yesterday, Sun Buyu, was a Level 53 Tianzhi Teacher,while Qin Ming had only recently advanced to the Tiandou Teacher rank.
Because the academy was directly under the Heaven Dou Empire's royal family,its nominal dean was none other than the current Emperor himself.
Thus, there was no formal dean's position.
Instead, a council of three elder Tiandou Teachers — the most senior and powerful — served as the Education Committee.
These were the "academy high officials" Qin Ming had referred to.
All important matters were decided by the Education Committee,and any major issue had to be reported to the royal family.
Though the Emperor himself had little time to personally oversee the academy,he usually appointed a high-ranking royal to handle affairs on his behalf.
Currently, the three elders on the committee were all Soul Douluo above Level 80 — an incredibly strong teaching force.It was rare to have even one Soul Douluo as an instructor.
There were also eight Tiandou Teachers who were Soul Emperors.
After hearing all this, Flender laughed."Then by your explanation, we could all count as Tiandou Teachers, right?"
Qin Ming grinned. "Of course. Tiandou Teachers hold a high status here. They usually only instruct Tiandou-level students."
"And those make up barely one-tenth of the total student body."
"The teaching work is light, but the pay is excellent.Not only does the academy cover all living expenses,but there's also a monthly salary of three thousand gold soul coins."
"If there are special contributions, there can be additional rewards as well."
"Three thousand?!"
Flender was stunned.Three thousand gold soul coins could fund Shrek Academy's staff for several years —even more if he "adjusted" salaries.
Now he finally understood the benefits of joining a major institution.He used to dislike the idea, thinking it meant losing independence —but now? It was too good to refuse.
That pay was simply irresistible.
As Qin Ming said the number, Flender's face bloomed with satisfaction.His opinion of Heaven Dou Royal Academy rose sharply.
"Qin Ming, lead the way. Let's go meet those three elders from the Education Committee."
"Yes, sir."
The Education Committee building stood at the very center of the main campus.It was the largest structure there — though only one story tall, it stood ten meters high,somewhat reminiscent of the Spirit Hall's architecture.
When they arrived at its doors, three elderly men were already waiting.
Though they stood quietly, their presence radiated an extraordinary aura —as if they were the very heart of Heaven Dou Royal Academy itself.
Even with gentle smiles on their faces,the power of true experts could not be hidden.
Each wore the black robe exclusive to Soul Douluo,their appearance dignified and commanding.
Flender felt his heart tremble. He hurried forward and bowed deeply.After a few polite greetings and introductions,
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