A month passed in the blink of an eye.
At the Outer Court Academy—Red Maple Campus, the promotion assessment for Named Disciples had concluded.
Inside Red Maple Hall, Bibi Dong was organizing the test papers and performance evaluations of the various disciples, sealing each one into an archive bag.
Her movements were neat and methodical.
Stacks of documents covered the desk before her. Each file contained the results of a disciple's hard work over the past month.
This assessment had been particularly important.
Not only were theoretical knowledge and academy regulations being evaluated, but the disciples' Spirit evolution progress and overall cultivation performance were also taken into consideration.
As the appointed examiner, Bibi Dong had spent considerable effort ensuring the assessment was conducted fairly.
Although some people still doubted her impartiality, she had no intention of giving anyone an excuse to complain.
One by one, the files were sealed.
Soon, all that remained was to submit the results to Xin for final review.
Outside Red Maple Hall, tall red and golden maple trees swayed gently in the autumn breeze.
Scarlet leaves occasionally drifted from the branches, creating a picturesque scene.
Near the hall, a group of Named Disciples had gathered around a stone table after completing their assessment.
Qiu Ruoshui, Xue Wu, Yu Hairou, Gu Qingbo, and several others were discussing tomorrow's promotion results.
Everyone appeared relaxed on the surface, but they all knew how important this announcement would be.
Only three promotion spots were available.
Many excellent disciples would inevitably be left behind.
"Senior Sister Xue Wu's talent is naturally outstanding, and her Spirit is very rare. Senior Sister Xue Wu will definitely be on the list for this Core Disciple promotion."
One of the younger disciples spoke confidently.
The others nodded in agreement.
Over the past few years, Xue Wu's progress had been obvious to everyone.
Not only had her cultivation improved rapidly, but her understanding of Spirit techniques and academy teachings was also among the best in the Outer Court.
Xue Wu shook her head modestly.
"Don't say that. Before Teacher announces the results, any one of us could be promoted."
Her voice remained calm.
Despite her confidence in her own abilities, she did not dare underestimate the others.
Heart of Fire Academy was filled with talented individuals.
No one knew what criteria Teacher Xin would ultimately prioritize.
"But Senior Sister Xue Wu, your chances are greater, right?"
Another disciple immediately responded.
"Senior Sister Xue Wu can already perform Ice and Snow Falling by herself, and her spirit power has exceeded Rank Fifty. You usually study better than the rest of us too. Senior Sister Xue Wu, stop being modest."
The others laughed.
Even Xue Wu couldn't help smiling helplessly.
The discussion quickly shifted toward the remaining promotion spots.
"Who do you think will get the other two places?"
Someone suddenly asked.
The atmosphere immediately became more lively.
Several names were mentioned one after another.
"Ruoshui once defeated Demon Subduing Douluo before. She should have a good chance of being promoted, right?"
Upon hearing her name, Qiu Ruoshui quickly waved her hands.
"Senior Sister Hairou, stop making fun of me."
She smiled bitterly.
"Your secret technique, Dark Concealment, not only increases movement speed and burst attacks, but also allows your body to enter a nearly invisible state. If you had fought Senior Demon Subduing Douluo, he probably wouldn't even have been able to touch you before losing."
Everyone immediately turned to look at Yu Hairou.
Dark Concealment was indeed an extremely powerful technique.
Whether used for assassination, surprise attacks, or battlefield maneuvering, it possessed tremendous value.
Yu Hairou chuckled and shook her head.
"You shouldn't say that."
She raised both hands as if surrendering.
"Demon Subduing Douluo is a Titled Douluo powerhouse. How did he suddenly become someone we can casually defeat in your conversations?"
The group burst into laughter.
Yu Hairou continued,
"I need to clarify this. Senior Demon Subduing Douluo is very strong. If it were me, I'd probably be sent flying with a single strike."
The humorous comment made everyone laugh even harder.
"Senior Sister Hairou, have you mastered the art of social graces now?"
Someone teased.
"If I had known, I would've suggested to Teacher that you participate in public relations training too."
The joke immediately triggered another round of laughter.
Yu Hairou rolled her eyes.
"Stop messing around."
"None of us even know whether we'll be promoted, and you still have the energy to fool around."
Her expression became slightly more serious.
"Don't forget that we also have two new classmates."
The mood immediately settled down.
Everyone knew exactly who she was referring to.
Qian Renxue.
Hu Liena.
Although they had joined later than everyone else, their talent had left a deep impression on the academy.
"I remember when they tested their Spirit attributes and Spirit quality, their results were even better than Senior Sister Xue Wu's."
Yu Hairou sighed softly.
"When the list is announced tomorrow, don't come crying if none of us get promoted."
The others exchanged awkward glances.
The possibility certainly existed.
After all, the academy never judged solely based on seniority.
Talent, effort, Spirit quality, and future potential all mattered.
After a brief silence, Gu Qingbo suddenly leaned back in her chair and spoke leisurely.
"Sigh, if we don't get promoted, then we don't get promoted."
Everyone looked toward her.
Gu Qingbo shrugged casually.
"Anyway, being a Named Disciple isn't bad. We have everything we need, and the treatment is even better than at Tianshui Academy."
A carefree smile appeared on her face.
"We're all Teacher's students, so I'm content!"
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