Taiyang Academy. Yao Li returned to her dormitory and began to prepare for tomorrow's lessons.
Because she was outstanding in her studies, she was the best in almost every subject. Hence, she was now the assistant of a certain teacher and needed his help to organize the teaching materials. It seemed a little difficult, but only such a student could be recommended at the front of the academy.
She also had another identity, and that was Xuanfu's unofficial disciple.
Nowadays, Dongting Xuanfu no longer rejected students without aptitude. Anyone who was interested in cultivation and passed a certain test could join. They could learn breathing techniques and cultivation knowledge, and understand the secrets of cultivation.
After finishing their studies, unofficial disciples didn't have to become cultivators. They could also do other things. However, they understood cultivators and cultivation, so there wouldn't be too much of a gap between them.
This was also because Xuanfu had learned from past experiences and tried to strengthen the communication between cultivators and ordinary students. Because one day, the upper echelons of Xuanfu might be their former classmates, so there wouldn't be too many obstacles to communication.
As early as half a month ago, Yao Li had some achievements in her breathing technique. She had already passed the last stage before entering the path of cultivation. Now, she could try to choose a true cultivation technique or comprehend a chapter of the Great Dao at any time.
However, she didn't take that step.
She walked to the side of the glass window. First, she fiddled with the mysterious plant she planted. This was a wine cup shaped bright red flower bud. As she touched it, it swayed a few times in response and let out a bird-like sound.
She sat down on the white and soft cushion on the windowsill. A four-legged snow-white kitten jumped up, wagging its tail as it lay on the side.
She opened her book and carefully sorted out her notes.
The bright flower on the windowsill sensed her concentration and gradually turned pale blue. The light in the room also turned gentle. The atmosphere was very quiet.
At this moment, a gurgling sound came from outside. It sounded like something fell into a well.
She put down her book and walked out. She saw a letter in the box that connected the inside and outside of the door. The creator bird that delivered the letter had already left.
She took out the letter and glanced at the address. Seeing that it was sent from Fu Zhou, her eyes lit up slightly. She turned back to the windowsill and opened it. A smile appeared on her face.
Her other two teachers, Zhen Chuo and Zhao Rou, were allowed to relieve themselves of their duties in advance because they had been stationed in the forest for the past two years.
It was just that the two of them hadn't decided where to go yet, but they wanted to see her disciple first.
In fact, the two of them had also benefited from the cooperation of the Shangchen Dao veins this time.
Zhen Chuo was Ying Chong's disciple. Although Ying Chong didn't think much of him in the past, he was still a disciple of Ying Chong's. There was still a master-disciple relationship between them. Considering this, Xuanting let them go.
Of course, it was also because of their outstanding performance. They had guarded the dangerous area in the depths of the forest for several years. Not only had they persevered, they had also ensured that there were no casualties. This not only required strength, but also some luck.
After Yao Li finished reading the letter, she thought for a moment and also wrote a reply.
In the letter, she told the two teachers that they might as well settle down in Dongting. The things in Dongting were very cheap, and the people's livelihood was highly valued. It was also very good to cultivate here.
In the past few years, Dongting Prefecture had invested most of its profits into the people's livelihood. This made Dongting flourish, and it had become a famous tourist attraction overseas. Moreover, the scenery here was different from other places. It could be said that it was unique in the inner layer.
Although the other three prefectures had been doing well these years, they were far from being comparable to Dongting. They could only compete with each other.
After she finished writing the letter, she sealed it and put it in the box. Then, she turned back and continued to organize her homework.
After some time, she heard the sound of wind chimes. Her roommate Xie Lan walked in like a gust of wind and said, "Little Li, you're still here? What are you looking at? Stop writing, Teacher Lu is looking for us. He said that there's something he wants to announce in the academy. We, Xuanfu's in-name disciples, have to go. "
Yao Li told her to wait a moment. She wrote a few more words and patted the cat's head. The cat's ears twitched. It squatted there and watched them simply tidy up before walking out.
Yao Li and Xie Lan walked out of the academy. They walked on the cobblestone road, passed through a rattan corridor, and crossed a stone arch bridge. They arrived at a wooden hall with double eaves.
Many students had already arrived, and many of them were whispering to each other. Standing in the hall was the female teacher in charge of the school dormitory. Seeing them enter, the female teacher said in a rare gentle tone, "Sit down, don't be nervous. I called you here today to tell you some things that you need to know."
After Yao Li and Xie Lan bowed to her, they went downstairs and sat down.
After waiting for a while, they saw a middle-aged man dressed in the robes of a school teacher walk in. They all recognized this person. He was the academy's school teacher, Zhu Anshi.
In fact, they didn't like this school teacher too much. This person was rigid and never smiled. He was also strict with his students and required them to follow the rules.
However, at the same time, the students admired this person.
This was because this person was upright. He only ate simple tea and simple food every day. Most of his salary and earnings from his studies were donated to the governor's office. The governor's office was responsible for helping the needy.
In addition, this person's knowledge was unadulterated.
Zhu Anshi looked at everyone and said: "Everyone's time is very precious, so I won't take up any more of your time. Simply put, everyone, you are all outstanding geniuses of the academy, and are also all disciples of the Profound Palace in name. Therefore, there are some things that you need to know."
He paused. "You must have heard about Yuan Xia's matter some time ago?"
The students all nodded.
Naturally, there was no need to tell them about Yuan Xia evolving into Tianxia. What they heard was that a power that originated from the same source as Tianxia but walked on a completely different path was preparing to annex Tianxia.
Zhu Anshi said, "Yuan Xia has already invaded Tianxia several times without any of you knowing. However, they were all repelled by Xuanting. Yuan Xia also suffered heavy losses."
When the students heard this, they were instantly excited. Someone said, "Good fight." Although his voice was very loud, no one cared. They all secretly applauded in their hearts.
Zhu Anshi only looked at that student with a serious gaze but didn't say anything. His expression was solemn as he said, "However, Yuan Xia's attack will not stop once it starts. Now that we have Xuan Zun supporting Tianxia, the war won't affect us for the time being.
However, the war is ever-changing. I don't know when it will invade our inner land, the inner and outer continents, and our Dongting. I don't wish for that day to come, but I have to be prepared for it.
All of you are Xuanfu's disciples in name. All of you shoulder the heavy responsibility of protecting the people of Tianxia. If the people in front of you fall, then you will have to take over. You will be the one supporting the sky of Tianxia. "
Hearing his words, all the students were solemn. Their hearts were also somewhat fearful and heavy. However, at the same time, there was a resolute mood flowing among them.
After Zhu Anshi said a few more words, he called out a few names, including Yao Li and Xie Lan. He said, "The students whose names are called, stay. The rest of you can go back first."
The students were very disciplined. After a bow, most of them left in an orderly manner.
Zhu Anshi looked at the students who stayed behind and said, "I asked you to stay because you are the most outstanding among the students. Although you are Xuanfu's disciples in name, you should know that only a few of you can successfully enter Xuanfu.
Right now, the Tenki-in Hall is preparing for the war and needs to recruit a group of people. This is an opportunity. You can go directly to the Tenki-in Hall to learn about creation and become a craftsman there.
If you feel that you are still suitable to embark on the path of cultivation, then you can wait.
I can't make the decision for you. Go back and think about it carefully. Give me a reply in three days. Time is a bit tight. If you have any questions or don't understand, you can come to me. I will solve them for you. "
After the briefing, some of the students came forward to inquire, while others left to discuss with each other. It was difficult for them to make a decision at the moment.
One had to know that many of the students who graduated from Taiyang Academy went to other continents to work as administrative officials. They might not necessarily stay in the Eastern Court. Now, many of the students who graduated from the Eastern Court were working in other continents.
However, if one became a craftsman of the Eastern Court's Tenki-in Hall, he wouldn't have to leave his hometown. Moreover, the craftsmen of the Tenki-in Hall were also very respected. Several of them were also students of the academy.
However, there were also some who felt that they were more suitable for cultivation.
After Yao Li and Xie Lan walked out of the hall, Xie Lan said, "Father and uncle want me to work as an administrative official. However, if I become a craftsman, they won't object. Because this way, I can stay in the Eastern Court. Yao Li, what about you?"
Yao Li was a bit uncertain. She did well in all her studies, and her breathing technique was very solid. Going to the Xuanfu wasn't a problem either. It seemed like she could choose both.
At this time, she saw a young man wearing a hat standing there with a Dragon Li cat at his feet.
Yao Li looked at the Dragon Li cat and greeted Xie Lan. Then, she walked over and said, "Senior Brother Yan?"
Yan Yuming grunted and took off his hat. His expression was serious as he said, "Hello, Junior Sister Yao Li. This time, I …" At this time, the Dragon Li cat at his feet meowed at him and scratched him a few more times. He said helplessly, "Okay, okay, Little Biao, stop messing around. If we're done here, I'll take you to eat the delicious food from last time."
Yao Li couldn't help but smile.
Yan Yuming comforted Little Biao and coughed. He looked at Yao Li and said, "Junior Sister, did the academy tell you how to choose?"
Yao Li said, "They did."
Yan Yuming said, "Then what do you plan to choose?"
Yao Li shook her head and said, "I'm not sure." She was still going with the flow. She would do whatever she was told to do. And it seemed like she could do anything.
Yan Yuming looked at her and asked seriously, "Then, what do you think is better? Cultivation or creation?"
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