Douluo Continent: The creation of Jixia Academy made Bibi Dong drool with envy.

Chapter 27: Summoning a New Hero? Ning Fengzhi's Investment?
"The preliminary selection is over."

Sima Yi's cold voice rang out again, calming everyone's excited emotions.

He glanced at the twenty-seven students whose mental state had returned to its peak.

His eyes showed no emotion.

It felt like that thrilling "hunter game" we had just played.

And Zhuang Zhou's mentor's miraculous group healing ability was all taken for granted in his eyes.

Just when everyone thought he was about to announce the rules for the second round of selection.

Dean Yan Boshan's voice, however, came from the audience seats, calm yet authoritative:
"The subsequent selection of the Xiaochu team."

And from this moment forward, all matters concerning leading the team in the competition will be entirely entrusted to Mentor Sima Yi.

what?
Should Sima Yi, the mentor, be given full authority?

And she's even serving as the team leader?!
This decision surprised all the students.

The twenty-seven students who advanced were especially alarmed.

Sima Yi's mentor's abilities are beyond doubt.

But his harsh, even "ruthless," training style was well-known in the academy.

He will be in charge of the next selection process and lead the team…

It is foreseeable that the days ahead will definitely not be easy!

But at the same time, an even more fervent fighting spirit ignited in their hearts.

Only a strict teacher can produce a good disciple.

To receive personal guidance and recognition from Sima Yi, one's mentor, is an honor in itself.

"As ordered."

Sima Yi bowed slightly to Yan Boshan, a chilling smile curving his lips.

He has already begun to conceive of the idea.

What "interesting" methods should we use next to properly "hone" these future "elites"?

Immediately afterwards, Yan Boshan turned his gaze to another mentor.

"As for the Kings team..."

He looked at the refined scholar with a feather fan and silk turban, who always seemed calm and collected.

"Kongming, you shall be the team leader."

"Liang, I obey."

Zhuge Liang smiled and cupped his hands in greeting, his eyes gleaming with wisdom.

He is indeed a suitable person to lead the Kings team.

Not only because his strength as a Title Douluo was enough to command respect, but also because his wisdom and tactical skills allowed him to maximize the potential of the King's Team members.

The two teachers in charge of leading the team have been appointed.

Yan Boshan's gaze inadvertently swept over the six members of the King's Team.

Mirror, Mulan, Yao, Pei Qinhu, Gongsun Li, Ji Xiaoman…

The six of them were indeed formidable, enough to make them stand out among their peers.

However, according to the competition rules, a team consists of seven people.

One more...

Yan Boshan felt a slight stirring in his heart and secretly communicated with the core of the Ark.

Perhaps... it's time to use up some of the accumulated luck.

Can a suitable hero be summoned from the King's Continent to complete this "King's Army" that is destined to shock the continent?

Whom should we summon?
Do we need a powerful front-line tank?

Or is it a long-range attack turret?
Or... a powerful support character who can control the overall situation?
Just as Yan Boshan was pondering this in secret.

The Heavenly Dou Crown Prince Xue Qinghe, who had maintained a perfect smile throughout, stood up once again.

He had just witnessed the entire preliminary selection process of Jixia Academy.

Regardless of the terrifying strength displayed by those six "hunters".

It's still those twenty-seven "prey" who can still show remarkable potential even in dire circumstances.

Or perhaps it's the mystery surrounding the mentors of Jixia Academy and even its dean, Yan Boshan.

All of this elevated his/her evaluation of Jixia Academy to an unprecedented level.

This also subtly changed his original intention of merely testing and winning him over.

Such a force.

Such a genius.

If it cannot be used by me... then I must...

No, now is not the time to think about that!
The most urgent task is to bring as many of these people as possible to our side.

At the very least, sufficient connections must be established first.

Xue Qinghe's face revealed an even more sincere smile, even carrying a hint of "eagerly seeking talent."

He bowed again to Yan Boshan:
"Dean Yan, fellow mentors, fellow students."

He spoke in a clear and gentle voice, yet full of power, enough for everyone present to hear him clearly.

"Today, witnessing the grand selection process at Jixia Academy has broadened Qinghe's horizons and benefited him greatly."

The abundance of talented individuals and the strength of your esteemed institution are truly a blessing to our Heavenly Dou Empire.

A boon to the soul master world of the mainland!

He began with an unreserved praise, elevating the Jixia Academy to an extremely high level.

Then he extended another invitation, this time a more "grand" one.

"My father, Emperor Xueye, has long admired the Jixia Academy."

At the palace banquet two weeks later, the Emperor specifically instructed Qinghe to make sure, absolutely sure, invite Dean Yan and all the other learned mentors! "Not only that."

His gaze swept over the six members of the King's Team, then looked at the twenty-seven students who had just passed the preliminary selection, his eyes filled with admiration and... a hint of possessiveness that was barely perceptible!
"Father also hopes to witness the brilliance of our young talents at Jixia Academy."

Therefore, Qinghe cordially invites the six students of the "Jixia Kings Team" and these twenty-seven outstanding students who have just proven themselves in the selection process.

"Let's go together to the Heavenly Dou Imperial Palace to attend this grand banquet!"

"This will give the younger generation of the Empire the opportunity to communicate and learn from each other. It can also be seen as a way to celebrate the upcoming Soul Master Competition."

Wow.

Xue Qinghe's words caused another stir.

Not only are the dean and mentors being invited, but even the students are being invited?
What kind of courtesy is this?

Even the twenty-seven students who had just advanced mostly showed expressions of being flattered and surprised.

A banquet at the Heavenly Dou Imperial Palace.

This was an honor they never dared to dream of before.

Ning Fengzhi and Sword Douluo exchanged a glance, both seeing the surprise in each other's eyes.

This Crown Prince... what a grand gesture, and... such deep scheming.

He wanted to use a banquet to "capture" as much of the present and future of Jixia Academy as possible.

Establish connections and exert influence.

His intentions are crystal clear.

All eyes were once again focused on Yan Boshan.

Faced with His Highness the Crown Prince's "sincere" invitation, how will the mysterious Dean Yan respond?
However, Yan Boshan remained as calm and composed as ever.

He didn't seem to be very impressed with Xue Qinghe's attitude.

Instead of answering immediately, he announced:

"Selection complete, disband."

Done.

He then gestured to his mentors that they could go and rest, while he leisurely continued to enjoy his tea.

It was as if Xue Qinghe's words had just passed by unnoticed.

This……

Xue Qinghe's smile froze slightly, but he quickly recovered.

He knew that haste makes waste.

This Dean Yan was far more unpredictable than he had imagined.

And then Yanboshan announced its temporary disbandment.

The atmosphere in the square immediately relaxed.

Although disappointed, the students who were eliminated gathered together in twos and threes.

They were discussing the match that had just taken place, as well as the performances of the players who advanced.

The 27 players who advanced mostly started looking for their teammates immediately and discussing their next tactics.

Ning Rongrong, on the other hand, couldn't contain her excitement at the first moment.

He jogged towards Ning Fengzhi's location.

"Dad, Grandpa Jian!"

The girl's clear voice carried a hint of joy at a long-awaited reunion and... a barely perceptible sob.

"Rongrong!"

Ning Fengzhi looked at his daughter who had run up to him. Although she was still pretty, her brows now held a hint of determination and confidence.

My heart is filled with boundless emotion and tenderness.

He reached out, intending to pat his daughter's head as he used to, but found that she took a small step back.

They seemed a little embarrassed.

Ning Fengzhi chuckled, withdrew his hand, and carefully examined his daughter:

"Hehe, our Rongrong has really grown up and become stronger."

Dad saw what you did just now.

Excellent!

"Hehe, of course!"

"Don't you even know whose daughter I am!"

Ning Rongrong felt a little proud when her father praised her, but then stuck out her tongue a little shyly.

"However... compared to Captain Mirror and the others, I'm still far behind."

"Yes, not arrogant or impatient, very good."

Ning Fengzhi nodded in satisfaction.

Then, as if he had thought of something, his expression became serious, and he said to his daughter:

"Rongrong, besides seeing you, Daddy has another matter to discuss with you this time..."

He turned his head and bowed deeply to Yan Boshan.

"I will always remember the kindness of Jixia Academy in nurturing my daughter."

"To express our gratitude, and also to help Jixia Academy cultivate more outstanding talents..."

Ning Fengzhi smiled gently and sincerely, and before Yan Boshan and the others could react, he continued:
"Our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School wishes to provide a grant to Jixia Academy."

I hope to contribute my modest efforts to the development of the college.

Funding?

Or is it funding from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, one of the wealthiest sects on the mainland?
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