"I won't stand on ceremony then!"
Su shi hesitated for a moment before continuing, "Even if you don't know about the standing of the League of Nations on the continent, I believe that you should have at least heard of it, right?"
Having read quite a few books, Zhang Xuan already knew that due to the existence of master teachers, this continent was known as the Master Teacher Continent.
It was a vast land with no end in sight.
Among them, there were countless kingdoms, sects, and independent forces. They were as numerous as the sands of the universe, too many to count.
Even though the League of Nations was the strongest existence among the kingdoms, it was nothing much in the context of the entire Master Teacher Continent.
Seeing the confused looks on the faces of many master teachers, Su shi shook his head and said, "Even if you know, it's likely that you only know a little about it. Allow me to explain it in detail!
"I believe that all of you should be familiar with the ranks of kingdoms. They are: Unrated, Tier 2, Tier 1, and Conferred!
"Our Tianwu Kingdom is a Tier 1 Kingdom, a vassal of Xuanyuan Conferred Kingdom. There are a total of 142 kingdoms on the level of Xuanyuan Kingdom under the jurisdiction of the League of Nations! "
"So many?"
Zhang Xuan was taken aback.
The map that he had seen only indicated that there were Tier 1 Kingdoms, so he wasn't too sure about the exact number of Conferred Kingdoms.
He thought that the so-called League of Nations was just a figurehead, but at this moment, he realized that the number of kingdoms under its jurisdiction could only be more than just a few.
There were more than 140 Conferred Kingdoms, and Xuanyuan Kingdom had more than 20 Tier 1 Kingdoms like Tianwu under its jurisdiction. If one were to go further down... the sheer number of kingdoms made it difficult for one to remember them clearly.
"Indeed. The rise of kingdoms is related to history, and the existence of the Mingshi Tang Empire as well. Thus, I won't talk too much about it today. I'll just say a few words about the League of Nations! "
"The League of Nations controls the territory of all kingdoms. It sounds massive, but in truth, it's nothing more than a drop in the ocean on the Master Teacher Continent. There are several thousand powers on the same level as it in the entire continent, such as the neighboring Mingxia Empire and Henghai Empire... Of course, there are also some powerful Tier 3 sects like Luosha Sect and Frigid Gale Sect. "
"There are powers on the same level as the League of Nations?"
Everyone was astonished.
He knew that the Master Teacher Continent was vast, but he didn't think that it would actually be this vast.
In their eyes, a gathering of more than ten thousand countries was already a huge feat. Who could have thought that there would be several thousand powers of the same tier?
How terrifying!
"The League of Nations sounds domineering, but because the kingdoms are independent and do not communicate with each other, it is considered the weakest among the powers of the same level."
"Just like the Ming Xia Empire, whether it is the number of experts or the economy, they are much stronger than us. The Flowing Cloud Sect and the Luo Sha Sect also have many geniuses."
"Of course, these forces also have their own Mingshi Tang, which is controlled by the headquarters."
"In order to better select talents and make the Great Teacher Occupation even more dazzling, the League of Nations and the 27 neighboring powers of the same level have jointly organized a Great Teacher Competition!"
"It's held once every ten years, and only master teachers under the age of thirty are allowed to participate. The winner will be rewarded handsomely. "
"This competition has been held seventy-seven times in a row. It's a pity … the Mingshi Tang of the League of Nations has always been at the bottom. Their best result was only twenty-third place …"
At this point, Su shi's face reddened.
Of the 27 competing powers of the same level, their best result was only twenty-third place, which was the fifth from the bottom. It wasn't hard to imagine the difference in results.
It was no wonder why he was embarrassed.
"This time, the newly appointed Pavilion Master Kang has been working hard to turn the tides … He wants us to pay close attention to all of the kingdoms, and as long as there are any capable geniuses, we should select them and groom them! So that they can participate in the tournament three months later … "
Su shi looked at Jiang Jiang expectantly.
"Su shi means that … you intend to invite Zhang Shi to participate in this tournament?"
Pavilion Master Jiang came to a realization.
"That's right!" Su shi nodded. "Despite his young age, Zhang Shi has already achieved such great results, breaking countless records in Mingshi Tang consecutively. Even in the League of Nations, his talent is unmatched. Thus … I would like to invite him to participate in the tournament!"
"This …"
Not expecting the request to be this, Pavilion Master Jiang turned to look at Zhang Xuan.
The gazes of the other master teachers also fell on him.
Since there was a competition, there would be winners and losers. Participation was voluntary, and no one could force the other party to do so.
"This …" Zhang Xuan was taken aback as well.
"Zhang Shi, there's no need to be in a hurry to reply. I'll give you two days to consider it. You can also discuss it with your teacher as well. It won't be too late for you to reply after receiving an accurate reply!"
Su shi said.
"Alright, I'll consider it …"
Zhang Xuan nodded.
He had never heard of the Master Teacher Tournament before, and he had no idea how it would be held. Thus, it was best for him to be careful and not agree to it blindly.
His main goal at the moment was to find a way to become a 9-star master teacher before thirty. Everything else was of secondary importance.
"That's all I have to say. Zhang Shi, I'll have to trouble you to introduce us. Ling shi and I would like to meet your teacher, Yang shi! "
Su shi chuckled.
To be able to groom a heaven-defying genius like Zhang Xuan, Yang shi's capability was probably even higher than theirs. Since they were here, it would be impolite of them not to pay their respects.
"I'll report to the both of you as soon as teacher returns."
Hearing that the other party hadn't forgotten about this matter, Zhang Xuan felt a headache coming on.
Seeing how serious the two 4-star master teachers were, he knew that he wouldn't be able to avoid it. Thus, he could only grit his teeth and continue acting.
However, to act before a 4-star master teacher … He wasn't confident at all.
"If there's nothing else, I'll be taking my leave!"
Seeing that there were no other arrangements, Zhang Xuan clasped his fist and bowed.
"Farewell!" The crowd nodded.
Now that he had passed the great teacher examination, he had finished explaining and changing the recognition. It was about time for him to return and take a look.
Truth be told, he hadn't walked around as Zhang Xuan yet, and it hadn't been long since he arrived at the capital.
Walking out of the conference hall, Mu Xueqing and Lu Chong walked up to him.
"Teacher!"
Their eyes were filled with admiration.
They thought that their teacher was just an ordinary teacher, but to think that he would be the renowned genius of the capital, Zhang Xuan!
With such a teacher, they would surely be able to leap over the dragon gate and soar into the sky.
"Teacher …"
Zhao Ya and the others walked over as well. All of them looked like defeated roosters, no longer as confident as before.
This was especially so for Zheng Yang and the others. As though mice meeting a cat, they trembled in fear.
"The few of you, see how I'll teach you a lesson when we return to the residence!"
This was the Mingshi Tang Academy, and there were many people watching. If outsiders were to know that his students were trying to kill him every single day, they would definitely laugh their heads off.
The prestige he had just earned from the 2-star master teacher examination would crumble in an instant.
One shouldn't air one's dirty linen in public. He would teach this bunch of arrogant fellows a lesson when they returned.
"The rest of you, follow me as well!"
Glancing at Mu Xueqing, Lu Chong, and the others, Zhang Xuan gestured grandly.
Since the two identities had become one, it was time for the two groups of students to settle their differences.
"Yes!"
The crowd nodded and followed behind him.
Returning to the residence, Liu Shi, Bai Chan, and the others had already received the news, and they couldn't help but lament.
Arriving at the main hall, Zhang Xuan sat on the main seat. Looking at the kneeling Zheng Yang, Yuan Tao, and the others, his face turned livid.
As soon as he arrived, the few of them explained the matter in detail to him.
"Regardless of who that Liu laoshi is, whether he is me or not, as a teacher, you should respect him. How dare you poison him just because of a slight grudge? How dare you!"
Zhang Xuan bellowed.
These few fellows were really too reckless.
It wasn't a big deal for them to poison him, but what infuriated him was their actions. Disregarding the dignity of a teacher, they had no morals at all.
Once a person lost his morals, no matter how strong he was, he was nothing more than trash!
As a teacher, not only did he have to impart knowledge, he also had to nurture their character and heart.
Just like nurturing flowers, one didn't just have to water them and fertilize them. One had to prune them regularly. Otherwise, not only would they look unsightly, they would also spoil one's appetite.
"Teacher, we won't dare anymore..."
This was the first time they had seen their teacher so angry. Zheng Yang and the others paled in fright.
"Won't dare anymore? Since you dare to lay your hands on your teacher, what else do you dare not do? I, Zhang Xuan, don't have such students, and I can't afford to lose my face! "
Flinging his sleeves, Zhang Xuan harrumphed.
"Teacher..."
Zheng Yang and the others staggered.
This was equivalent to expelling them from the teacher's tutelage!
"Teacher, please retract your words. Zheng Yang and the others didn't mean it..."
Zhao Ya hurriedly stepped forward and pleaded with Zhang Xuan.
"You're not allowed to plead for mercy. Let them kneel. We'll talk about it when they come to their senses!"
After reprimanding Zheng Yang and the others, Zhang Xuan turned to Mu Xueqing and the others.
"It was because of my disguise as Liu Cheng that we were fated to be teacher and student. Now that I have regained my identity, our fated relationship has come to an end. I'll leave behind a cultivation technique that will allow you to reach Zongshi realm. You can all return now!"
His fated relationship with these students was limited to Tianwu Academy. Now that he had completed his mission, there was no need for him to continue.
Besides, Tianwu Kingdom was still too small for him, and it was only a matter of time before he left. Bringing along Zhao Ya and the others wasn't an easy task, so he couldn't possibly bring all of them along!
"Teacher..."
The eyes of Mu Xueqing, Meng Tao, and the others reddened. "Alright, all good things must come to an end. Even if you aren't my students in the future, you must still work hard on your cultivation!"
After instructing them, Zhang Xuan waved his hands. "You can all return now!"
"Yes..."
The crowd kneeled down and kowtowed simultaneously. Their eyes reddened.
"Teacher, I... want to follow you. I'll follow you wherever you go!" Mu Xueqing gritted her teeth.
"You? You're Apothecary Mu's only daughter. If you leave, how are you going to fulfill your filial duties? Return! "
Zhang Xuan waved his hands.
"I..." Mu Xueqing was at a loss for words.
She didn't have a mother from a young age, and her father had painstakingly brought her up. If she were to leave, how was she going to account to her father?
"If you still want to follow me in the future, you can settle the matters regarding Apothecary Mu and come to look for me. Don't worry, as a master teacher, it isn't difficult for me to track you down! "Zhang Xuan chuckled.
If she wanted to follow him in the future, all she had to do was catch up to him.
"Yes, teacher. Thank you for your hard work in grooming me!"
Mu Xueqing came to a realization. Bending down, she kowtowed heavily a few times.
Zhang Xuan nodded. Just as he was about to say something, his mind suddenly jolted. The depths of the bookshelf shook, and another golden book appeared.
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