The villains are redeemed, and the heroines cry and beg for forgiveness.

As a telekinetic, the world's fastest learner and "reading seed," Gu Ran read many medical books and materials while studying at the Saint-José University Library and the Lanxin University Library.

He possesses unparalleled theoretical knowledge, even surpassing that of senior figures in the medical field like Ming Dexin.

Ming Dexin once told him regretfully that if he were a medical-type superhuman, he would definitely become a peerless doctor who would be recorded in history!

Although what he said was almost true, because Gu Ran was so high-profile in "bragging," everyone in the Zhichun Martial Arts Hall thought that Gu Ran was just bragging.

This guy's here to cause trouble!

Despite their indignation at Gu Ran's reputation, the people from the Pure Martial Arts Academy refrained from speaking ill of him.

On the contrary, Kang Yunchun, who had just been "cursed" into immobility by Gu Ran, came out to welcome Gu Ran with a smile on his face.

"Oh my, isn't this the famous Consultant Gu Ran? Weren't you just out clearing out those Star Stone Aberrations in the city? What brings you to our shabby place?"

Gu Ran looked at Kang Yunchun, who was forcing a smile to hide her panic, and smiled slightly before saying:

"What? Does Master Kang think I shouldn't be here? Is he not welcoming me?"

Kang Yunchun quickly waved his hand: "Ah, don't misunderstand, I didn't mean to interfere with you. Of course you can go wherever you want. It's an honor for Zhichun Martial Arts Academy that you can come to Zhichun Martial Arts Academy!"

Then he bent down and gestured for Gu Ran to come in: "Come, come, please come in! I was just thinking, why didn't you let us know in advance? Otherwise, we could have been prepared and given you a grand welcome ceremony."

Gu Ran scoffed inwardly.

So you have time to figure out a way to fool him, right?

Gu Ran was too lazy to waste time with formalities and said directly, "Alright, Master Kang, do you think you're having a secret talk inside the Pure Martial Arts Academy, where no outsiders can hear you?"

"Let's be frank. Either your Pure Martial Arts Academy sends all its experts to eliminate the Star Stone Aberrations in Azure Dragon City, or... the Pure Martial Arts Academy will be removed from the list of the Eight Great Martial Arts Academies!"

Kang Yunchun's smile froze on his face, but he didn't react. He paused slightly before continuing:

"Haha, Advisor Gu Ran is quite the joker. However, this joke has gone a bit too far. Perhaps you don't know, but the eight martial arts schools in Canglong City have their own rotation rules, which outsiders cannot interfere with. These rules have been established for hundreds of years, and even Principal Xue must abide by them."

Kang Yunchun adopted a humble posture and spoke in a weak tone, but the meaning behind his words was sharp and veiled.

Although you are powerful, the Eight Great Martial Arts Halls are not something an outsider like you can interfere with. Even Xue Yingsong, who has a higher reputation than you, cannot do so!

Gu Ran already knew the rules for rotating the spots among the eight martial arts schools from Cheng Caimeng.

This rule was indeed established hundreds of years ago, when Starstone Technology had only just begun to develop, the era of sects was coming to an end, and the new era of martial arts dojos was just beginning.

It has been used for hundreds of years, and even Xue Yingsong cannot directly intervene.

Of course, there's no need to intervene.

If intervention were truly necessary, Xue Yingsong would certainly have a hundred ways to forcefully intervene.

Gu Ran knew all this, but he still chose to say it.

Because he had long been dissatisfied with these conservative, privileged guys.

This phenomenon of people who contribute nothing to society but enjoy privileges solely because of their "ancestral blessings" is something he must reform in the future.

Power and responsibility must be commensurate.

"That was the old rule. From now on, I will set the rules for Azure Dragon City. You should know that, right?"

Gu Ran looked at Kang Yunchun and said calmly, "From now on, there will be no more martial arts schools among the eight major martial arts schools that have made no contribution to Canglong City, make excuses when encountering difficulties, or even lie and deceive. Because such martial arts schools are not worthy of being the eight major martial arts schools of Canglong City, and are not worthy of being the brand of Canglong City!"

"I will establish a merit point system for the eight martial arts halls. If any martial arts hall makes a contribution to Canglong City, it will gain a certain amount of merit points. The period is one year. The hall with the lowest merit points will be kicked out of the eight martial arts halls and stripped of all privileges."

Kang Yunchun was stunned by Gu Ran's answer. He pointed at Gu Ran with trembling hands:

"How...how could you do this? You've broken rules that's been in place for hundreds of years! How dare you act like this? The other eight martial arts schools will absolutely not agree to this plan!"

"Rules? Disagree? Heh." Gu Ran laughed. "Rules are made by people. If they are unreasonable, they should be changed. You gentlemen have enjoyed privileges for hundreds of years. It's time for you to do something."

"As for the other martial arts dojos disagreeing? Heh, if they agree, that's fine; if they really disagree, then we don't need their consent."

243. Shocking! Gu Ran's current strength! 4.1k

Although Gu Ran smiled throughout, Kang Yunchun sensed a chilling murderous intent and a threatening tone emanating from him.

What does it mean to say, "If they really disagree, then their consent is not needed"?

This blatant threat made Kang Yun's blood boil.

As someone who was established as the successor of the Zhichun Martial Arts Hall from a young age, when has he ever suffered such humiliation?

If he hadn't witnessed Gu Ran's battle with the demon general Lilith and knew that Gu Ran was definitely not someone to be trifled with, why would he be so "submissive"?

But what's infuriating is that even though he was being so "humble," Gu Ran was still incredibly aggressive!

They even have the audacity to try to change the rules of the eight major martial arts dojos?

That brat is utterly inhuman!

Kang Yunchun's tone hardened considerably: "Advisor Gu Ran, the eight martial arts halls are the cornerstone of Canglong City, cultivating countless martial arts experts for Canglong City every year. Your words will displease everyone in the eight martial arts halls, and even Principal Xue will not approve of you."

"If Consultant Gu Ran takes back what he just said, I can pretend that nothing happened. Didn't Consultant Gu Ran want Zhi Chun Martial Arts Academy to contribute? For Consultant Gu Ran's sake, our Zhi Chun Martial Arts Academy can help send a martial arts grandmaster to be under Consultant Gu Ran's command."

"I know that Consultant Gu Ran enjoys Principal Xue's trust, and we'll be working together for a long time to come. So I hope we can be understanding of each other. Otherwise, if misunderstandings like today happen again, it won't be good for any of us. If Consultant Gu Ran is willing to clear up the misunderstanding with us, then everyone will be happy!"

Kang Yunchun felt that he had already made a very big concession.

He was willing to overlook Gu Ran's rude remarks and even sent a martial arts master to help, implying that the Pure Martial Arts Academy would stand on Gu Ran's side in the future.

Of course, the last point is also that Kang Yunchun wanted to invest in Gu Ran so that they could have a "win-win" situation in the future.

Gu Ran himself possesses formidable strength, enjoys a high reputation in Canglong City, and has also received Xue Yingsong's full support.

Although the temporary special committee is only for one year, if Gu Ran were to run for one of the central government positions at that time, no one would be able to beat him.

And he will definitely take over as the president of Xueying Songlanxin University.

At that time, he will still enjoy unparalleled power in Canglong City.

If they could turn enemies into friends, Kang Yunchun felt that it wouldn't matter if he "suffered a little loss" now.

"Sigh, you really disappoint me. I really can't expect you to understand human language. I've explained it so clearly, but you still have so many twists and turns in your minds, making simple things so complicated."

Gu Ran used his telekinesis to keep a close eye on the situation in Canglong City. Although the people of Canglong City were spontaneously clearing away the Star Stone aliens, there were still many areas contaminated by them because the number of Star Stone aliens in the previous wave was too large.

Every minute of delay means another area will be contaminated.

I spoke a few more words to Kang Yunchun before, but only in the hope that he might realize his mistake in time, and it was indeed inappropriate to "punish without teaching".

Since the other party has not come to their senses and remains stubborn, there is no need to continue the conversation.

Often, persuading people with reason is less effective than persuading them with physical methods.

"I've heard that the techniques practiced at the Pure Martial Arts Academy place great emphasis on physical training, resulting in martial artists whose bodies are far stronger than those from other sects. Now I'd like to learn from them."

In an instant, Gu Ran concentrated his mental power, forming a huge hammer, which he then materialized and slammed down on Kang Yunchun!

Kang Yunchun sensed something was wrong as soon as he heard Gu Ran's words, knowing that the talks had broken down. However, he did not expect Gu Ran to be so bold as to attack him inside their Zhichun Martial Arts Hall.

A sense of crisis washed over him, and he quickly circulated his cultivation technique, causing his martial arts golden core to absorb a massive amount of spiritual energy from the surrounding area.

Kang Yunchun's originally thin and weak body suddenly swelled up several sizes, his muscles bulged high, and his skin surface shimmered with fluorescence.

After completing his "transformation," Kang Yunchun's entire aura was completely different, which was quite awe-inspiring.

"what!"

With the sense of danger that a martial artist possesses, Kang Yunchun felt the invisible giant hammer above his head and punched it!

fighting?

Head-to-head?

Come on then!

The martial artists of their Pure Martial Arts Academy have never been afraid!

However, the moment Kang Yunchun made contact with the psychic hammer, his expression changed.

He sensed the immense power contained within it!

boom!

Kang Yunchun, who was like a small giant, was smashed into the ground by the psychic hammer, and a large cloud of dust immediately rose up at the scene.

However, Gu Ran knew that he was fine, just a minor injury.

"It really has a hard shell."

Gu Ran made his assessment of the other party without any self-awareness.

"Cough cough..."

Sure enough, Kang Yunchun climbed out of the pit after a short while, but his body was covered in dust and gravel.

"Master!"

Seeing Kang Yunchun in such a disheveled state, the disciples of Zhichun Martial Arts Hall exclaimed in surprise.

"It's nothing... This little skill of yours can't do anything to me!"

Kang Yunchun reached back to stop his martial arts school disciples.

Even if he were seriously injured, let alone if he were actually fine now, he would still do the same thing to reassure his disciple.

Otherwise, if he loses face in front of his own disciples, how can he continue to be the head of the school?