Replace me as the top scholar? Go talk to my Marshal Grandpa!

After listening to Wang Ruxue's words, Wang Xian seemed to be deep in thought.

He did not continue the topic.

He paused, then asked:

"Sister Ruxue, what are the Seventy-Two Grotto-Heavens?"

Wang Ruxue's gaze became somewhat profound.

"The Seventy-Two Grotto-Heavens are the practical training grounds and cultivation grounds of Tsinghua and Peking Universities, and also the foundation of the universities."

She slowly recounted:

"These seventy-two grotto-heavens are seventy-two independent grotto-heavens owned by the academy."

"They come from many sources—some were created by powerful figures throughout history, some were modified after conquering other dimensions, and some were small world fragments plundered from other worlds."

"Each grotto-heaven has its own unique environment and characteristics. Some are suitable for cultivating a certain technique, some are suitable for honing a certain martial skill, and some are suitable for studying a certain alien creature."

Wang Xian listened intently.

Wang Ruxue continued:

"The most famous of these grottoes is called 'Langhuan Paradise'."

"Langhuan Paradise?"

"Yes. The most special thing about this cave is that the flow of time inside is different from that outside."

Wang Xian's pupils contracted slightly.

Is the time flow rate adjustable?

"A day of cultivation inside might only amount to a few hours outside, giving you more time to comprehend the cultivation technique," Wang Ruxue said.

"Furthermore, the academy's library is also located in Langhuan Paradise. Therefore, this grotto is the most popular, and you need to queue up and make a reservation if you want to enter to cultivate."

Wang Yuhao muttered to himself, "Before, I waited in line for a whole month just to get a turn..."

Wang Ruxue continued:

"There is another very famous grotto called 'Ten Thousand Demon Cave'."

"The Cave of Ten Thousand Demons?"

"Yes. It contains low-intelligence ferocious beasts captured from various worlds. Students can go in to hone their skills through practical combat, fighting those beasts regardless of life or death. It's extremely dangerous, but also the most effective."

Wang Xian's eyes flickered.

Real combat training, fighting against ferocious beasts... this is what a true martial arts academy should be like.

"There's also a grotto-heaven called 'Sword Tomb'," Wang Ruxue said.

"Powerful sword cultivators throughout history would leave their swords in the sword tomb before they passed away."

"Those swords often carry the sword intent of their entire lives. Those who are destined to enter the sword tomb have the opportunity to comprehend the sword intent and even obtain a famous sword to recognize them as their master."

Wang Yuhao muttered again, "What's so great about sword cultivation? If you ask me, I'd rather be a spear cultivator. Spear cultivation is both cool and imposing, a hundred times better than sword cultivation!"

Wang Ruxue ignored him.

Wang Xian looked out the window, secretly marveling at the sight.

Is this the premier academy of the Great Xia Dynasty?

This foundation is terrifying.

An independent grotto, the blessed land of Langhuan where the flow of time can be adjusted, the Demon Cave where ferocious beasts are imprisoned, and the Sword Tomb where sword intent remains...

Any one of these places, taken individually, would be a treasure trove capable of causing a sensation.

There are 72 Tsinghua and Peking Universities.

Is this the source of confidence for the "cradle of the strong" and the "land where the spark of civilization was ignited"?

Wang Xian took a deep breath, a glint of anticipation flashing in her eyes.

Tsinghua and Peking Universities, here I come!

……

The hovercar came to a steady stop at the main gate of Tsinghua and Peking Universities.

Wang Xian looked out the car window and was slightly taken aback by the scene before him.

It's so lively!

The school gate was packed with people, and countless luxurious hovercars were parked outside, stretching as far as the eye could see.

The cars included sleek sports cars, robust and stable business vans, and custom-made cars with extravagant designs; each one was quite valuable.

The young people who got off the car were all smartly dressed and had an extraordinary air about them.

There are scions of prominent families, children of business tycoons, offspring of political figures, and top geniuses who have been admitted from all over the country.

They gathered in small groups, some exchanging pleasantries, some observing coldly, and some chatting and laughing.

Without exception, they all had to park their cars outside and walk into the campus.

This is a rule at Tsinghua and Peking Universities—no outside vehicles are allowed inside.

However, the hovercar that Wang Xian and the others were riding in showed no sign of stopping.

It slowly and steadily opened the door.

This immediately attracted countless eyes.

"Hey? Why isn't that car stopping?"

"Trying to drive right in? Who is this person, so bold?"

"I don't know, maybe the freshmen don't know the rules. They'll be stopped soon."

"It's fine if you get stopped, but it would be ridiculous if you angered the security guards and got a demerit."

Some were curious, some mocked, and some gloated.

But most people were scrutinizing this unassuming hovercar.

Then, someone noticed the license plate.

888888.

Pure numbers, no letters, no special markings, just six simple 8s.

But it was those six 8s that made that person gasp in shock.

"Holy crap... six 8s?!"

His companion next to him was taken aback: "What's wrong with six 8s?"

"Are you stupid?!" the man said in a low voice, his tone full of shock. "License plates in the capital are already rare, especially those with consecutive numbers! A license plate with six 8s is simply not something money can buy!"

"Who could possibly get that?"

The man glanced at his companion and said, word by word:

"Those qualified to obtain this kind of license plate must be top-tier elites; their status and position are terrifying enough to scare you to death!"

His companion was stunned.

Those around who heard these words were also stunned.

The way they looked at the hovercar was completely different now.

Six 8s...

This kind of license plate is itself a symbol of identity.

The people sitting inside must have simple identities.

The security personnel maintaining order at the school gate also saw the car.

The security captain was a middle-aged man, burly and with a serious face.

He has worked at Tsinghua and Peking University for more than ten years. He has seen many people and all kinds of license plates.

But when his gaze swept over the car's license plate, his expression instantly changed.

Six 8s.

He recognized him.

This is the Wang family's license plate.

Moreover, it's a license plate reserved for core members of the Wang family.

Without saying a word, the security captain immediately waved for his men to make way, and then quickly stepped forward, preparing to personally guide the vehicle in.

however--

A figure suddenly stepped out from the crowd and blocked the car!

She was a young girl.

She was wearing a gorgeous dress, made of exquisite fabric and with a fine cut, which looked very expensive.

She had exquisite makeup on her face, and her features were quite pretty.

But at the moment.

Her expression, however, carried an undisguised arrogance and disdain.

She stood with her hands on her hips, blocking the car, and shouted at the driver inside:

"Stop the car! Who gave you permission to drive in?!"

The hovercar came to a steady stop.

The security captain's face immediately turned ugly when he saw this.

He strode forward and said to the girl in a deep voice:

"Excuse me, student! Please move aside! Don't obstruct traffic!"

The girl turned to look at him, her brow furrowed, and her tone became even more impolite:

"Are you the gatekeeper here?"

"I'm asking you, how were you doing guarding the gate? A car was trying to crash into the school, didn't you see it?"