There was a lot of competition between Knights.
From a Knight apprentice to a Knight, and then to a Conferred Knight, everyone had to compete their way up. They would fight for resources, rankings, and positions. Every Knight was used to all sorts of competition.
Sasa, the level 29 Sword Saint of the Southeast, was naturally used to competition.
The legendary dragon's scale contained unrivalled profoundness. This was not an ordinary research job, and Sasa would not allow others to get involved. From the very beginning, he had only planned to study the dragon's scale by himself.
Therefore, Sasa rejected directly, "There's no need for that. I can study this ancient artifact alone."
James said, "How can we do that? This is the first project you're working on in our Great Western Region. How can we not give our full support? If others were to find out about this, they'd think that our Great Western Region Regional Academy is jealous of those with talent. "
"There's really no need for that." Sasa rejected once again, "Ancient artifacts mainly contain historical information and analysis of ancient cultures. It's useless even if there are more people. I alone will be enough."
After being rejected consecutively, James also seemed to sense that something was wrong. He threw a glance at the dragon's scale and asked, "Is it really enough for you alone? You'll need a few assistants to help you with the research, right? "
"Mmm, you can give me a few assistants." Sasa did not wish to reject too firmly, but he still added, "But I'd like to keep this ancient artifact in my residence for now and protect it closely. After all, this is an important discovery, and any damage to it would be a great loss."
James was about to agree, but Fang Xingjian could not allow Sasa to take the dragon's scale away just like that. Otherwise, how would he be able to absorb the sword intent within it?
Therefore, Fang Xingjian said directly, "The Sword Tower is very safe, and the researchers here are all professionals. There's no need for us to move it."
Hearing Fang Xingjian's words, Sasa frowned. He had to explain patiently to James, but why would he need to explain to a little brat? He reprimanded him as a senior, "I've been studying ancient artifacts in the Eastern Sand Region for over ten years. Are you the one who knows more about this? "Many of these ancient relics were preserved using ether particles, and they might break down if we're not careful. There are too many people in the Sword Tower, and it's inevitable that something might go wrong. It's safer for me to take care of them personally."
With Fang Xingjian's personality, how could he take the other party's reprimand to heart? He immediately retorted, "The Sword Tower also has a dormitory. Why don't you just stay here? The facilities, information, and personnel here are more complete. Are they going to follow you to your house?"
Seeing how Fang Xingjian was debating with the Sword Saint, the assistants and students were all stunned. Hoppes' disciple, Leon, gulped as he looked at Fang Xingjian with a hint of admiration.
To dare to go against a level 29 Conferred Knight, he did not know if Fang Xingjian was very daring or if he was brainless.
On the other side, Sasa's aura suddenly changed. He glared at Fang Xingjian and said coldly, "Are you in charge of this project or am I?" He turned to look at James and said, "Head of Department, do all the students in the Great Western Region teach the teachers how to research and cultivate?"
"Uhh, don't be anxious." He turned to look at Xingjian and used his Reduced Force Field to send a message, "Xingjian, what's going on? Why are you going against Sasa? "
Fang Xingjian replied, "I also wish to study this ancient relic. Moreover, I also feel that it's safer to keep it in the Sword Tower."
Hearing that Fang Xingjian also wished to study the dragon's scale, Sasa's eyes widened abruptly, as if killing intent was gathering in them.
How could he possibly allow others to lay their hands on the secret of the dragon's scale? Putting aside the fact that Fang Xingjian was merely a genius student, even if his parents and brothers were to come, he would not allow them to lay their hands on it.
This was like trying to snatch meat from Sasa's mouth. How could he possibly tolerate this? Moreover, seeing how insistent Fang Xingjian was, Sasa could not help but suspect if Fang Xingjian also knew the secret of the dragon's scale, or if he knew even more than he did?
The corners of his lips curled up, and he suddenly changed his tone, saying, "Xingjian, what you say makes sense. Why don't we do it this way? You can study it with me. This ancient relic can also be kept in the Sword Tower. I still have some research on the Ancient Era. If you're interested, I can teach you."
This was a retreat in order to advance. When Fang Xingjian became his subordinate, he would send him to look up the information and clean up the place. Fang Xingjian would not be able to get close to the dragon's scale. He could even think of ways to get some information from Fang Xingjian. He might even be able to get more information about the dragon's scale.
James nodded, very much in favor of Fang Xingjian and Sasa building a good relationship. However, Fang Xingjian was already on his guard against Sasa. He did not wish for Sasa to find out that he could read Chinese characters and could even absorb sword intent.
Therefore, he rejected firmly, "There's no need. It's better for us to study on our own."
Sasa's gaze narrowed. The more it was like this, the more he felt that there was something wrong with Fang Xingjian. He tried to persuade him, "Xingjian, you haven't studied the things from the Ancient Era, right? The civilization from that era was completely different from the present. If there's no one to lead the way, you'll probably be wasting a lot of time. "
Fang Xingjian took a step back, shook his head, and said, "I think it's better for me to study it alone." He looked at Head of Department James and said, "I hope that I can be in charge of this ancient relic alone."
In other words, he wanted to kick Sasa out. Everyone present looked at Fang Xingjian as if they were looking at a lunatic. To think that a Conferred Knight who had just completed his job transition wanted to kick out a level 29 Conferred Knight and work on his own?
However, what astonished them even more was James's behavior. He did not reject Sasa right away. Instead, he frowned and seemed to be deep in thought.
Fury surged in Sasa's heart as he looked at James and said, "Head of Department …"
"Alright, alright, don't quarrel …" James felt a slight headache. One was an important level 29 combatant, while the other was a super genius with a bright future. He did not wish to suppress either of them.
Of course, he was more inclined towards Fang Xingjian. However, if he were to suppress Sasa just like that, what would the other people in the academy think?
Just then, Fang Xingjian said, "Let me be in charge of this project. I'll tell you the first three levels of the Pantheon Monument's profoundness in one go."
James's gaze lit up, "Really?"
Sasa said furiously, "Headmaster, how can you exchange benefits for something like this? Moreover, Fang Xingjian, if you want to announce it, then do it for free. To use this to threaten the academy … Do you still have any morals? "
Fang Xingjian said, "I'll tell you tonight."
James shook his head at Sasa and said, "The profoundness on the Pantheon Monument is very important, but the academy is not an army. We won't force the students to hand over their comprehensions. If we want others to announce everything for free, that would be collective violence. "Therefore, we'll only exchange our comprehensions with the students. "And Fang Xingjian doesn't need money. He only agrees to use the profoundness on the monument in exchange for our support. I feel that this is very reasonable." After I've completely deciphered all seven levels of the profoundness, I'll also place them in the academy's library. This will be beneficial to the advancement of the entire Regional Academy. "
With the other party standing on the school's side, Sasa was unable to say anything in rebuttal. Moreover, looking at the students and teachers in the surroundings, it was impossible for him to say it in front of everyone.
James tried to persuade him, "But Sasa, you're an expert in the Ancient Era's relics. We won't completely stop you from researching them. How about this? Both you and Fang Xingjian can take turns to come into contact with the relics for a day. Each of you will be in charge of it. How about that?"
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