On the 15th of October, Sun Mo and Mei Ziyu arrived in Jing Province. After touring around for two days and seeing the local customs, they entered the Great Teacher Pavilion on the morning of the registration day.
This was the headquarters of the Saint Gate in Jing Province, and it oversaw everything.
This was a large auditorium that could accommodate close to 1,000 people. At this moment, over 70% of the examinees had arrived.
"There are so many people!"
Mei Ziyu wasn't interested in rising in stars, but since Sun Mo wanted to take the examination, she would accompany him. It could also be considered as spending more time together.
Of course, other than having a good impression of Sun Mo, Mei Ziyu also wanted to see the outstanding performance of a genius.
One must know that Sun Mo's goal was to become a 3-star, 3-champion in a year.
Sun Mo looked around. There weren't many young people, and most of them were great teachers in their thirties or forties. There were even some with slightly white hair.
Thinking about it, 3-star great teachers were the cornerstones of the great teacher world. In a famous school, they were also a cornerstone. Therefore, the difficulty of the examination was also very high.
The Saint Gate had to guarantee that every 3-star great teacher wouldn't lose the reputation of this star.
At 9, Tong Yiming walked up to the rostrum.
"I believe everyone has already understood the contents of the 3-star examination. The Saint Gate will let every examinee conceal their identity and then randomly arrange for them to enter a famous school to be a new teacher for three months.
"During this period, our examiners will conduct all sorts of tests on the examinees. However, the Saint Gate won't inform the examinees about the examinees' identities and contents.
"Therefore, I advise everyone to not do anything that will damage the title of a great teacher even if it's a disguise. Otherwise, you'll immediately fail. In serious cases, you might even be stripped of your great teacher title."
Tong Yiming introduced the rules.
There were no whispers below the rostrum. After all, everyone was a 2-star great teacher and they still had this bit of willpower.
"Actually, thinking about it, the examination is quite simple. Wouldn't it be fine if you just do it according to your usual teaching habits?"
A young man at the side curled his lips, feeling that it wasn't difficult.
A few wily old foxes who had participated in two batches of examinations laughed in their hearts when they heard this. Hehe, how naive.
If it was so easy to get a 3-star position, it wouldn't be worth much.
"The three schools we've chosen this year are the Skyraise Academy, Jixia Learning Palace, and Dragon Subduing Academy. Alright, everyone will go up the stage to draw lots now. Whichever school you draw will be the one to take the examination."
After Tong Yiming finished speaking, he lifted the red cloth covering the lottery box. Under everyone's gaze, he opened the seal to prove that no one had tampered with the box before.
However, no one went up. Even those old foxes were dumbfounded.
Oh my god, are you kidding me?
Why did they choose the Nine Greats as the venue?
"Te … Teacher, this … isn't this too difficult?"
Someone braced himself and asked.
"If you think it's difficult, you don't have to take it!"
Tong Yiming's reply was cold and emotionless.
"I just feel that it's unfair. Why is it that when other people take the assessment, they get A-grade or even B-grade famous schools, but when it comes to us, it's the Nine Greats?"
"It's not just a little bit difficult."
"I think I'm going to fail."
Almost all the students from the Nine Greats were geniuses. They were knowledgeable and talented. It was much harder to convince them than to convince the students from lower-grade famous schools.
It was like if you were in an ordinary school, you could easily lead an important class. But if you were in the elite classes of the entire country, you'd probably be crushed to the point of being autistic.
The pressure was different.
Who wouldn't want to teach genius students?
But the prerequisite was that you had to have several tens of capabilities.
"If you guys want to blame someone, blame Sun Mo and Jiang Ji. Because Sun Mo wants to take the top three places, Jiang Ji, who originally didn't plan on participating in the examination, has also stepped up. Moreover, their participation has also caused many elites to sharpen their blades, preparing for a great competition."
Tong Yiming's gaze was cold as he swept his gaze across the crowd. "So, there are many elites this year. If the grade of the schools used for the examination is too low, how are they going to select the most outstanding great teachers?"
"Damn, can't Sun Mo take a year off before taking the examination?"
"If I knew this, I wouldn't have registered."
"I'm too old and can't afford to wait. Otherwise, I'd definitely wait another year."
The examinees started grumbling.
"Silence!"
Tong Yiming reproached, "You guys should be thankful that I don't have the authority to judge. Otherwise, I'd judge all of these people who were grumbling as unqualified."
Sssss!
Hearing this, many examinees immediately shrank their necks, keeping quiet out of fear.
"A true great teacher should be filled with the spirit of not admitting defeat. It's just like those elites on the Great Teachers Hero Rankings. They originally didn't plan on participating in the examination, but in order to compete against Sun Mo and Jiang Ji, they came regardless of victory or defeat. Such a mentality is worthy of respect."
Tong Yiming looked down on cowards the most. "The champion I want is the champion after defeating countless geniuses and not a bunch of small fries."
Buzz!
Priceless Advice was activated.
Golden light spots engulfed the entire auditorium.
The clamoring of the examinees stopped and they started to reflect on their actions.
"Alright, go up and draw lots. If you give up on the examination, you can leave now."
After Tong Yiming said that, he stood at the side and looked at these examinees.
In fact, these people weren't the only ones participating in the examination. The other three examination venues were also drawing lots at the same time.
This was to increase the difficulty of the competition.
Because they didn't know who their opponents were, they had to go all out if they wanted to stand out.
After paying the registration fee, it was impossible for them to give up on the examination. Moreover, given the methods of famous schools, if they checked their records and found out that they had given up on the examination once, they would basically not be able to get in.
They could only scold Sun Mo. It was all his fault for increasing the difficulty of the examination this year.
The examinees went up the stage according to the order of their queues.
"God bless me, please don't let me draw the Dragon Subduing Academy!"
Many people in the surroundings were praying.
This made Sun Mo puzzled. He asked Mei Ziyu in a soft voice, "Shouldn't the Skyraise Academy be the most difficult?"
Among the Nine Greats, the Skyraise Academy was publicly recognized as the number one famous school in the world. The Great Zhou Dynasty it was in was also the strongest country in Middle-Earth.
This meant that Jing Province was the economic and cultural center of Middle-Earth. Not only did students from the Nine Provinces come here to seek knowledge, but there were also quite a number of westerners.
In fact, there were even great teachers from the Western Country who taught westerners.
"If there's no Dragon Subduing Academy, it's true that the Skyraise Academy is the most difficult."
Mei Ziyu had a long history of learning and was very familiar with such things. "The great teachers they want are all one in ten thousand. Moreover, after joining the school, they won't be able to feel at ease. There's a minor examination every three months and a major examination every six months. There's the risk of being fired at any time.
"Of course, once you get the school's recognition, you'll be treated extremely well. At the very least, you'll be given enough money."
"I also like a job that pays enough money."
Sun Mo chuckled. (I'm only afraid that I'll have to work 996 hours every day without a single cent of overtime pay.)
"The Central Province Academy is yours."
Mei Ziyu rolled her eyes at Sun Mo. After teasing, she continued to introduce, "You should also know that the Dragon Subduing Academy is built on the land of the barbarian tribes in the north. Their headmaster is the Great Chanyu who leads thousands of barbarian tribes of various sizes. Their students are all descendants of the tribes.
"To be more precise, they're all descendants of the nobles and warriors of the various tribes. They aren't like foolish commoners who are satisfied with having enough to eat and wear. They keep thinking about plundering in the south and expanding their territory, spreading the glory of the heavenly deities across the Central Plains."
"..."
Sun Mo was speechless. They were all a bunch of warmongers!
"There's a saying that goes very well. Those who aren't of our race are bound to have different intentions."
Mei Ziyu sighed. "Everyone is filled with wariness toward people from other races. Therefore, there are very few great teachers from the Central Plains working in the Dragon Subduing Academy. Moreover, there are even fewer who can get the recognition of the barbarian tribes."
"I understand!"
Sun Mo expressed his understanding.
Great teachers from the Central Plains who had the ability to gain a foothold in the Dragon Subduing Academy could easily work in any of the Nine Greats. Why did they have to teach in a school of the other races?
The majority of them went there for the sake of the great salary. Although great teachers would put their heart into teaching, the majority of their hearts wouldn't stay in this land.
"It's your turn!"
Mei Ziyu gave Sun Mo a light push.
Sun Mo went up the stage.
Although everyone was keeping it a secret and didn't say which school they were going to, he could basically guess it from their expressions.
Those who were frowning were definitely from the Dragon Subduing Academy.
Seeing Sun Mo going up, Tong Yiming, who had been wearing a cold expression, smiled and nodded.
"Well done!"
He was referring to Sun Mo's achievement of deciphering the murals in the Battlegod Canyon and obtaining the Battlegod Catalog.
"Many thanks for Teacher Tong's praise!"
Sun Mo thanked him and put his hand into the box.
"Let's get the Dragon Subduing Academy. Let those barbarian students witness what a genius great teacher is."
Tong Yiming hoped from the bottom of his heart.
"Can you not curse me?"
Sun Mo took out a wax pellet the size of a chestnut, crushed it, and opened up the note inside. After taking a look, he felt depressed.
"F * ck!"
Whatever he was afraid of came true.
If he got the Jixia Learning Palace, he'd definitely have a great life with Mei Yazhi's connections.
"Hehe, congratulations."
Tong Yiming happily recorded it down.
The next one was Mei Ziyu. When she opened up the note and saw the name of the school, she broke into a smile that was at ease.
"Is it the Jixia Learning Palace?"
Sun Mo regretted it. He should have brought Zhiruo here and patted her head before the lot was drawn. His wish would definitely come true.
"No, it's the Dragon Subduing Academy."
Mei Ziyu smiled sweetly.
"Then what are you happy about?"
Sun Mo didn't understand. (Are you a masochist like Gu Xiuxun?
？
Mei Ziyu turned her head and her ponytail swayed lightly. "I'm not telling you."
(Actually, it doesn't matter where I'm drawn. As long as I can be together with you, I'll be very happy.)
An hour later, the lot drawing ended.
"Now, come up one by one to receive your mask and fake name. Take note, try not to tell others."
As Tong Yiming spoke, a staff member carried a few big boxes over.
Very soon, Sun Mo received a thin mask and curiously rubbed it with his hands.
"Is this a human-skin mask?"
Sun Mo activated Divine Sight.
"A mask made from the skin of wild beasts. Although the craftsmanship is ordinary, it's enough to change one's appearance."
"Note: It might cause skin allergies."
Sun Mo's lips twitched. This thing wasn't impressive at all.
"Tomorrow at 9 am, after changing your appearance, wait in the northern part of the city. At that time, a horse carriage will send you guys to your respective examination venues."
Tong Yiming took out his pocket watch and glanced at it. "Sun Mo, Jiang Ji, Liu Zongyuan... the 12 of you stay behind for a while. The others can leave."
Swoosh!
However, no one moved. Instead, they turned their heads and looked around curiously.
"Sun Mo is here as well? Which one? Does anyone know him? "
"I wish to challenge him and experience the prowess of the Battlegod Catalog!"
"Aren't you afraid of being beaten up?"
The examinees mumbled.
In the crowd, Jiang Ji's countenance was a little unsightly. Once upon a time, no matter where he appeared, he would be the center of attention. But now, Sun Mo was radiating glory.
"Why are you all in a daze? Quickly leave. "
Tong Yiming urged.
The examinees dilly-dallied. After that, those who were quick-witted immediately thought of a way to find Sun Mo.
As long as they stood there and didn't move, they would definitely be the few who were called out.
The communication in Middle-Earth Nine Provinces was too backward. Moreover, this place was Jing Province, far away from Jinling. Therefore, there were very few people who had seen Sun Mo's appearance before.
It was said that Sun Mo was very young and had only joined last year. In that case, if those who were above 25 years old were excluded, it should be about the same.
Very soon, four people were exposed.
"Which one is Sun Mo?"
"It's said that Sun Mo is very handsome. If not, how could An Xinhui not object to this marriage?"
"That's right, the most handsome one is Sun Mo. There's no doubt about it."
As they discussed, everyone's gazes swept past the three average-looking people and landed on Sun Mo's face.
Jiang Ji's lungs were about to explode from anger.
Great teachers looked at talent, not looks.
"Are you guys done?"
Tong Yiming frowned and reproached.
A few minutes later, the auditorium was finally emptied.
"I'm sorry, the reason I asked the few of you to stay behind is to tell you guys not to use your signature abilities during the examination."
Tong Yiming pleaded.
Everyone frowned.
"Isn't this unfair?"
Someone doubted.
"Your abilities are too famous. For example, Teacher Sun's God Hands. Once you use it, you'll definitely be recognized. How are you going to take the examination then?"
Tong Yiming was helpless as well.
It was just like Sun Mo and Jiang Ji. If they were recognized, they'd naturally gain popularity. To the other examinees, it would be too unfair.
"Of course, you guys don't have to worry. Because you're forbidden from using your signature abilities, we'll give you extra marks based on your results.
"In fact, from the examiners' point of view, there's an 80 to 90% chance that you guys will pass the examination. The reason why we forbid you from using your signature abilities is because we want to see your true competitiveness."
Jiang Ji glanced at Sun Mo and shrugged. "I don't have any objections."
"Do we have a choice?"
An examinee grumbled.
Sun Mo didn't mind. Instead, he quietly assessed Jiang Ji.
This person looked a little ugly. He wasn't tall and his face was a little tanned. He belonged to the average-looking category. This was especially so for his pair of big earlobes that were almost drooping down to his chin.
"As expected, he has a phenomenon and doesn't seem like an ordinary person."
Sun Mo was very cautious. After all, this person was here to snatch the position of first place from him.
"Why? Teacher Sun keeps looking at me. Do you want to fight with me? "
Jiang Ji turned his head and asked.
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