Two hours seemed too short for Feng Xiaotian and his companions.
They were soon led out by Teacher Gu. Only
after leaving the grounds of the Heavenly Burning Soul Refining Tower did Feng Xiaotian and his companions regain their composure.
"Teacher, return to the academy immediately and inform Grandpa and Father of what's happening here. If I can cultivate here for a long time, I'm confident I can break through to level 50 before the Soul Master Competition begins," Feng Xiaotian declared solemnly.
The two hours he had just spent were equivalent to several days of training.
Furthermore, he didn't believe Han Yu had the ability to build such a unique place. It was likely already there, discovered by Han Yu and occupied beforehand. For
a moment, the teachers and students from the three academies were somewhat frustrated. If they had discovered this place beforehand, their academies would surely have reached new heights.
Of course, each of them had their own agenda.
They wouldn't publicly proclaim the virtues of the Heavenly Burning Soul Refining Tower. Firstly, it was to prevent the continued expansion of Canaan Academy's influence. Secondly, if more people knew about this and all came to practice, their lead in the Spirit Master Competition would vanish.
Not far away, watching these people hurriedly leave the academy, Han Yu couldn't help but smile.
"Let the bullets fly a little longer!"
...
"Canaan Academy's strength is just so-so," said Yu Tianheng, who, with his level 40 spirit power, dominated the Soul Master Arena, with a sneer.
His spirit was already from the top-tier Spirit Hall, and with the advantage in spirit power, it would be strange if he were to fail.
"Xiao Wu, how are you?" Seeing Xiao Wu's dismay, Tang San hurriedly asked.
Xiao Wu stamped her foot. "My opponent is a control spirit master. His spirit is a piece of wool, thinner than your Blue Silver Grass, Third Brother. I can't break free."
Entanglement-type control spirit masters are most vulnerable to attack-type spirit masters who lack sharp attacks. Unfortunately, Xiao Wu was restrained by them. Even with teleportation, she would have difficulty escaping.
Tang San consoled him, "Xiao Wu, it's okay. This kind of spirit is your nemesis."
Fighting in an open arena wouldn't necessarily mean Xiao Wu would lose, but the arena's size was limited. As long as a Control-type Spirit Master filled the entire arena, their opponent would have difficulty escaping.
"Now, we're in the top four to three. Don't worry, Xiao San. Tianheng and I will fight back in the High-Level Spirit Master Division." Dai Mubai patted Tang San's shoulder and smiled.
Tang San felt somewhat relieved. With the upcoming opponents getting stronger, Xiao Wu was inevitably at risk of injury.
Being eliminated by a Control-type Spirit Master with minimal damage wasn't unacceptable.
Half an hour later, the first round of qualifying concluded, and the second round began.
"Dai Mubai, Yu Tianheng, please proceed to the third arena to perform your Spirit Duels."
Yu Tianheng and Dai Mubai exchanged glances at each other after hearing the announcement over the PA system.
"Damn it! They're targeting us!" Tang San gritted his teeth and raged.
"This..." Yu Tianheng said helplessly, "Tang San, if we don't play, we will be disqualified. Mu Bai and I also want to have a good fight, so let's take advantage of this opportunity."
Dai Mubai agreed, "Tang San, you are the only one in the primary Soul Master field. They may arrange for strong players to fight you, so you should be careful."
"It doesn't matter. As long as Han Yu doesn't play himself, I am confident that I can win the championship of this division." Tang San said confidently.
Dai Mubai and the other two took the stage, and Tang San's match soon arrived.
Elsewhere, the deans of the Feng, Shui and Huo families, who had received the news, had already arrived at Canaan Academy.
"Old Huo, Old Shui, you are all here," Feng Changlin sighed.
Feng Xiaotian was his grandson, and he knew full well that his grandson wouldn't act without purpose. That Sky-Fen Soul Refining Tower seemed to have miraculous effects.
"The rise of Canaan Academy is unstoppable. Hey, the three of us old fellows will go talk to Dean Han and see if we can open this Soul Refining Tower just to us."
"Deans, our dean guessed you'd be back and asked me to wait here for you," the waiter greeted them respectfully with a smile.
To save money and use it on the construction of Canaan City, Han Yu filled unimportant positions with ordinary people without soul power.
"Haha, let's go. I hope we can reach an agreement this time."
Not long after, in the reception room of Canaan Academy,
Han Yu had already brewed tea and had been waiting for a long time.
"Deans, come and taste the fine green tea bestowed upon you by His Majesty."
However, Feng Changlin and the other two had no time to bother with tea.
Huo Lie, the oldest of the three, spoke first, "Dean Han, let's not beat around the bush. Our descendants have all experienced the effects of the Skyburn Soul Refining Tower. The price is negotiable, but we'd like to see if your academy can close the tower to the public."
Han Yu smiled faintly, pushed his teacup in front of each of them, and then said, "It doesn't matter. The Skyburn Soul Refining Tower charges a high fee, one thousand gold soul coins per hour. I think, besides you, only the Royal Academy can afford it. But, the students there are all playboys and won't come."
The price is negotiable, and setting a higher price is just to leave room for negotiation. Of
course, Han Yu's bottom line is simple: Shrek and members of the major sects are off-limits.
"Dean Han, we're sincerely seeking business with you, but your price is excessive!" Huo Lie fumed.
Shui Ningbing, however, understood Han Yu's meaning. "Don't worry, Dean Han, we won't publicize the Skyburn Soul Refining Tower. We sincerely hope to cooperate with your academy, but the price is a bit unacceptable to us."
Han Yu leaned back in his chair and smiled. "As for the price, that's easy to negotiate. However, I do have a request, and I wonder if you three can agree to it!"
"Dean Han, please feel free to ask."
"I heard that Element City originally only had your three academies. Later, Thunder Academy moved in, but you chose to remain silent, fearing the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex family behind them."
Han Yu continued, "In recent years, Elephant Armor Academy has also moved in, but you've also chosen to remain silent."
"Excuse me, if major forces like the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect and the Heaven Dou Empire were to open new academies in your city, what would you do?"
Huo Lie and the other two frowned in unison. These issues had always been a thorn in their hearts.
Over the years, Thunder Academy had maintained a low profile, and they had come to accept it. But Elephant Armor Academy's style was giving them a headache.
"Dean Han, what do you mean by that? Canaan Academy is backed by the Spirit Hall and the Heaven Dou Empire. Are you planning to annex us?"
Han Yu shook his head. "It just so happens that I'm planning to build a city called Canaan City, centered around Canaan Academy. If you're interested, you can move your academy here. I can guarantee there won't be a fifth academy in this Canaan City."
The construction work around Canaan Academy couldn't be concealed. Even if Han Yu didn't say anything, others could guess his intentions.
"Dean Han, are you kidding? Elemental City has been the foundation of our three families for centuries. How can we just move it away?" Feng Changlin said gravely.
If they really moved here, wouldn't they be mere pawns at their mercy? They weren't fools; they saw through it all.
"Don't rush to give me an answer. Feel free to come to me when you have your thoughts straightened out. As for the Skyburning Soul Refining Tower, I'll charge each of you one hundred gold soul coins per hour."
(End of Chapter)
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