A few days later.
Soto City, in front of Heart of Fire Academy.
A figure in a gold and white dress, with golden hair tied up in a high ponytail, looked quite vibrant. A noble hairpin adorned her hair, and an angel-wing-shaped mark was on her brow. Standing beneath the cherry blossoms, she resembled an angel of the cherry forest.
The golden-clad woman slightly cupped her hands towards the cherry forest and uttered a few words: "Xue'er has come to Heart of Fire Academy to report and study."
The soft wind drifting through the cherry blossoms made petals swirl gently around her figure, as if nature itself was acknowledging her arrival. Despite her noble appearance, there was a subtle restraint in her posture, as though she was deliberately suppressing her usual pride in a foreign environment. Her gaze lingered on the academy grounds hidden beyond the sea of pink blossoms, carefully observing every detail.
Beside her was a middle-aged man with short black hair who looked very capable. He gazed at the cherry blossom forest before them and said in a deep voice:
"Is this Heart of Fire Academy?"
His tone carried both curiosity and skepticism. His eyes narrowed slightly as he studied the surroundings, as though trying to see through the structure of the academy hidden behind the natural beauty.
"What a grand display! The Supreme Pontiff Palace's branch hall is on the right, and the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School is on the left. On this continent, besides the capitals of the two great Empires, there's probably no one else who could have such a setup."
The man's gaze shifted slowly across the distant buildings. The layout alone was enough to surprise him. It was not just a place of learning—it was a symbol of influence and power, positioned deliberately among some of the most prestigious forces on the continent. The balance of presence between the major organizations suggested that this academy was far from ordinary.
He crossed his arms and continued in a colder tone.
"Holy Maiden, with your status, why do you need to announce yourself like this? Just go straight in."
There was a faint trace of arrogance in his voice, as if he believed strength and status alone were enough to bypass formalities. The air around him subtly tightened as his spirit power unconsciously radiated outward, disturbing a few drifting cherry blossoms mid-air.
Qian Renxue quickly spoke to stop him:
"Seventh High Priest, please maintain respect for Teacher Xin. Although Grandfather was not at ease with me coming to Heart of Fire Academy to study, he only asked you to accompany me to observe the academy's standard, not to cause trouble."
Her tone was calm but firm. Despite addressing someone of higher seniority within the organization, she did not show hesitation. However, beneath her composed expression, there was a hint of caution. She knew very well that the man beside her was not someone easily restrained.
The Seventh High Priest paused for a moment, then let out a low snort.
"Alright, since Holy Maiden, you've said so, then I'll give them some Face. I hope this Heart of Fire Dean doesn't disappoint me, otherwise, my Coiling Dragon Rod won't show mercy."
As he spoke, a faint pressure emanated from his body again, heavier this time, like an invisible mountain pressing down. The implication behind his words was clear—if this academy failed to meet his expectations, he would not hesitate to challenge it.
The capable middle-aged man retreated. His identity was precisely the Offering Hall's Seventh High Priest—the Level 96 Super Douluo, Demon Subduing Douluo.
Even among top-tier Soul Masters, such a title represented overwhelming strength. A Level 96 Super Douluo was already standing at the peak of human power, and few on the continent could rival him directly. His reputation alone was enough to make most forces tread carefully.
Three or four years ago, the Soul Master Competition concluded in Spirit City, and the championship was claimed by Heart of Fire Academy.
After the competition, both the Holy Maiden and the Second High Priest highly praised Heart of Fire Academy.
Moreover, the Holy Maiden claimed to have become a Disciple of the Heart of Fire's Master and wished to go to Heart of Fire Academy to study.
This action caused some surprise and doubt among the High Priests in the Offering Hall. The High Priest also did not trust this Heart of Fire Teacher Xin, even though he had taught a championship team.
One must know that the Holy Maiden was no ordinary person; her best teacher was within the Angel Temple!
It was only after the persistence of the Holy Maiden and the Second High Priest that the High Priest slightly relented, but he still dispatched Demon Subduing Douluo to accompany them and ascertain the true standard of this Heart of Fire Academy's teacher.
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