When Chen Yi and Xie Xiaoqing entered the Qi Blood Soaring Hall side by side, the main senior officials of the sect, including the Grand Elder, were already assembled and seemed to have been waiting for a while. The two dared not be disrespectful and immediately stepped forward to salute.
The Grand Elder's gaze fell on Chen Yi, and in those deep, starry eyes flashed a hint of approval. He nodded slightly. The Grand Elder had already watched the fierce duel between Chen Yi and Xie Xiaoqing in the martial arts arena with his vast spiritual power. After nearly a year of profound meditation, he was extremely satisfied with the strength Chen Yi displayed, especially the terrifying combat power that could threaten Soul Sages.
Being able to compete with Soul Douluos and force such powerful soul skills from an opponent—this was truly an unprecedented miracle in the long history of Soul Masters on Douluo Continent.
"With the protection of this spirit power, it will be convenient to make appearances both within and outside the sect."
The elder smiled secretly in his heart.
Sect Master Chu Shanhe, sitting at the head, glanced over the hall as Chen Yi entered, and lightly cleared his throat. The light conversation in the lobby immediately ceased. The elders sat down, all eyes on the sect master, waiting for important news.
Chu Shanhe spoke in a low, solemn voice, each word reaching everyone's ears with clarity.
"As you all know, our Body Sect has resolved to build our own Soul Master Academy, based on the former Skywater Academy."
"Today, the transformation and integration of Skywater Academy is nearly complete."
He paused, pride shining in his eyes as he looked out over the world.
"In two months, Skywater Academy will be officially renamed. A grand opening ceremony will be held."
"At that time, our Body Sect will seize the opportunity to fully display our sharpness and heritage to the world!"
As soon as these words fell, many elders' eyes filled with excitement. After years of endurance, their chance to soar was finally coming.
After everyone calmed down a bit, the Grand Elder continued, his tone calm but carrying undeniable authority.
"According to the highest decree of the sect, the position of the new Academy Dean will be held by the Second Elder, who will coordinate all matters."
Everyone nodded in agreement. The Second Elder, with rich experience and impartiality, was the perfect candidate.
"At the same time," the Grand Elder went on, "Qing Yun of the former Skywater Academy's Dean, and Yang Wudi, leader of the Breaking Clan, both broke through the level 90 bottleneck a month ago and have advanced to Title Douluo."
"After discussion with the sect, Qing Yun will serve as Vice Dean and Director of Academic Affairs, managing daily education and student discipline."
Qing Yun and Yang Wudi's breakthroughs were more good news. Since joining the Body Sect, she had gained great opportunities and growth.
The Grand Elder's voice resounded again, delivering even more shocking news.
"Under the Academy, there will be four departments: Power Attack, Agility Attack, Support, and Control. Each department will be headed by a Head."
The high elders announced the appointments:
"Head of Power Attack: Elder Yang Wudi!"
"Head of Agility Attack: Elder Hong Yue!"
"Head of Support: Elder Ye Cien!"
"Head of Control: Elder Dugu Bo!"
All four department heads were Title Douluo!
Even though they were mentally prepared, when the four appointments were announced, everyone in the Qi Blood Soaring Hall couldn't help but gasp! Some eyes burned with fire—words could not express the shock.
Five Title Douluo managing the Academy together—what an incredible lineup!
Throughout ten thousand years of Douluo history, had any academy ever boasted such a luxurious and terrifying faculty? Even the Spirit Hall's Advanced Soul Master Academy had never seen such a thing.
Moreover, though Elder Ye Cien of the Support Department had not yet broken through to Title Douluo, his Nine-Heart Begonia Martial Soul's power and status were no less than that of a true Title Douluo. He himself was in seclusion, attacking the bottleneck. Once he succeeded, the Academy would have six Title Douluo standing together!
If this news spread, it would shake all of Douluo Continent—all powers would be shocked and awestruck!
Standing below, Chen Yi couldn't help but gasp inwardly.
"Amazing. Five Title Douluo—this lineup is even more exaggerated than the original Shrek Academy. They're determined to build the first unprecedented academy on the continent!"
This would not only nurture the young generation but also establish the Body Sect's strength and status across the continent for years to come.
Chu Shanhe surveyed the reactions, pausing briefly before continuing, his eyes sharp as he swept across all the inner sect elders.
"Furthermore, another important decree: All students graduating from the new academy who are of good character, outstanding talent, and voluntarily choose to stay and serve—and whose background is verified by the sect—will be formally accepted as disciples of our Body Sect!"
He deliberately emphasized the term "outer disciple," then announced another key decision:
"From now on, Hong Yue, Yang Wudi, Yang Wushuang, Ye Cien, Qing Yun, and Niu Gao—these six will officially serve as elders of the outer sect, holding positions equal in honor and power to the inner elders!"
Chu Shanhe's voice was firm.
"Whether inner or outer sect, all disciples must show respect to the outer elders. If anyone dares defy, slander, or act divisively…"
Before he finished, the Grand Elder raised his head and swept the audience with a penetrating gaze. Though no soul power was released, an invisible pressure shook everyone's hearts like a cold blade.
The Grand Elder's quiet voice struck like a hammer:
"Anyone confirmed to violate this—regardless of background or merit—will have their cultivation abolished and be expelled from the sect!"
"Hiss——"
This harsh punishment shocked all the elders, who immediately understood the intent: From the moment the outer elders and disciples were accepted, regardless of their martial soul, they were truly "family."
Discrimination, division, or internal strife would not be tolerated.
The inner elders immediately rose as one, solemnly bowing to the Sect Master and Grand Elder.
"Understood! We will strictly obey the orders of the Sect Master and Grand Elder, treating our outer sect colleagues as brothers and sisters!"
Seeing this, Chu Shanhe and the Grand Elder nodded in satisfaction.
Chen Yi watched as a bystander, his heart full of emotion. He knew that in the original timeline, the Body Sect had been almost obsessively closed off, rejecting all non-body martial souls. Only twenty thousand years later, in the era of the Dragon King Legend, did non-body soul masters finally begin to be accepted.
But now, with the foresight and courage of the Sect Master and Grand Elder, they had broken down this wall in advance, avoiding the hidden danger of decline from internal strife.
Finally, Chu Shanhe's gaze settled on Chen Yi.
"The opening ceremony of the new academy is a millennial plan of the sect and of great significance. Therefore, the ceremony will be hosted by the elders and our young sect master, Chen Yi, representing the sect."
Chen Yi immediately stepped forward and bowed.
"Yes, Sect Master. Chen Yi will not fail your trust!"
He understood that at such an important occasion and as young sect master, he stood as the symbol and representative of the sect's future.
Raising his head, he looked at Chu Shanhe and asked the final, crucial question.
"Sect Master, what name will the new academy bear to announce itself to the world?"
Slowly, Chu Shanhe rose from his seat, his presence filling the Qi Blood Soaring Hall. His eyes seemed to look past the palace gates, out to the endless mountains, carrying a grand momentum that shook heaven and earth.
He took a deep breath, and his voice was like a great bell, declaring the name destined to resound across the land:
"Grand Martial Academy!"
The momentum of the sky was second to none in the world!
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