Eastsea City, Soul Guidance Train Station.
With a long whistle, a Soul Guidance Train slowly entered the platform, its wheels grinding against the tracks with a low rumble.
After the train came to a stop, the doors slowly opened, and passengers disembarked one after another.
Outside the luxurious private compartment, Xiong Jun's burly figure almost blocked the light in the corridor.
He lowered his voice and respectfully said, "Master, we have arrived at our destination."
Inside the luxurious private compartment, Fang Yang slowly opened his eyes, the morning light spilling onto the bed from the train window.
He looked down at Gu Yue, who was still lightly sleeping in his arms; the girl's fair face looked exceptionally serene in the morning light.
Fang Yang's fingertips gently brushed her hair, and he softly said, "Gu Yue, we've arrived in Eastsea City."
"Mm..."
Gu Yue's eyelashes trembled slightly, and she lazily responded, but still nestled into his embrace with reluctance.
Fang Yang couldn't help but chuckle, gently pinching her soft cheek: "Alright, time to get up."
Gu Yue then opened her eyes, her black pupils hazy with the blur of just waking up. She hummed softly and sat up, her black hair cascading like a waterfall.
Fang Yang tidied her slightly disheveled long hair, then took her hand and walked out of the compartment.
Xiong Jun was already respectfully waiting outside the door. Seeing the two emerge, he immediately whispered, "Master, what are the arrangements now?"
Upon hearing this, Fang Yang took out a purple crystal card from his Storage Ring.
He handed the card to Xiong Jun: "Xiong Jun, you just need to guard us from the shadows from now on. The federal currency in this card is enough for you to purchase or rent an apartment near Eastsea Academy, which will make your movements easier."
He paused, then solemnly instructed, "Remember, act discreetly and avoid conflicts with others."
Xiong Jun took the purple card, and a rare trace of solemnity appeared on his rugged face: "Master, don't worry, I understand."
Fang Yang nodded in satisfaction, then led Gu Yue off the Soul Guidance Train.
The platform was bustling with people, and in the distance, the shouts of vendors rose and fell, along with the broadcasts from the Soul Guidance radio.
The unique hustle and bustle of Eastsea City washed over them.
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Eastsea Academy.
The new semester had begun, and Eastsea Academy, quiet for a month, became lively once again.
At the academy's entrance, students streamed in continuously, and everything appeared vibrant, full of life and energy.
After a month-long holiday, the students had recovered much of their vitality from the heavy studying and Cultivating, and smiles adorned everyone's faces.
This was already the second half of the semester. After this semester, students would be promoted to the next grade, and the pressure of exams would follow.
For students of Intermediate Spirit Master academies.
They must Breakthrough to two rings and become a Spirit Grandmaster by the time they graduate from the sixth grade of the Elementary Department, otherwise, they will not be issued a graduation certificate.
And the Advanced Department requires a Breakthrough to three rings to officially graduate.
Neither of these is something all students can achieve; the higher the grade, the more urgent the time becomes.
In contrast, first and second-year students were much more relaxed; they didn't have to face these pressures yet.
Fang Yang and Gu Yue strolled along the academy's path, conversing in low voices as they walked toward the Zero Class classroom.
"Fang Yang!"
A clear voice came from behind.
Fang Yang turned around, slightly surprised: "Oh, it's you, Xie Xie."
Xie Xie walked over quickly, his gaze lingering for a moment on their clasped hands.
He grinned mischievously, "Hehe, Fang Yang, you and Gu Yue..."
"Xie Xie, have you not been beaten for a month and are feeling uncomfortable?"
Fang Yang asked with a raised eyebrow.
Almost simultaneously, a blue light flashed in Gu Yue's hand, and a chilling ice cone had already condensed.
"No, no! Brother Fang Yang, Sister Gu Yue, I was wrong!"
Xie Xie immediately raised his hands in surrender, his expression showing great caution.
Gu Yue snorted coldly, and the ice cone in her hand then dissipated into specks of blue light.
Fang Yang looked at Xie Xie and changed the subject: "How was your one-month holiday?"
Xie Xie sighed upon hearing this: "Alas, besides Cultivating in the villa, there wasn't anything special."
After saying that, he realized his words were a bit inappropriate and quickly added, "Of course, I mean Cultivating was very fulfilling!"
Fang Yang shook his head helplessly: "Xie Xie, if you can't speak properly, say less."
"Sorry, sorry, I spoke too quickly," Xie Xie scratched his head and chuckled awkwardly.
Just then, Xie Xie suddenly asked, "By the way, has Tang Wulin not come to the academy yet?"
Fang Yang heard this and shook his head: "I haven't met Tang Wulin, but he should be on his way."
"Alright, that kid Tang Wulin..." Xie Xie pouted.
Fang Yang laughed: "Xie Xie, are you envious?"
"No way, it's just that he found a school beauty senior..." Xie Xie said stubbornly.
"Alright, my son Xie Xie, you should find one too," Fang Yang teased.
Xie Xie said, "Hajiyang, you rascal!"
The three of them walked towards the Zero Class classroom, chatting and laughing like this.
"Fang Yang, Gu Yue, Xie Xie, it's you guys, good morning!"
A familiar voice came, it was Zhou Changxi from the original Fifth Class.
Seeing the three, he proactively stopped to greet them.
"Zhou Changxi, long time no see." Xie Xie responded with some surprise.
"Mm, hello." Fang Yang nodded politely.
Although they had a past disagreement, since the other party was taking the initiative to be friendly, he wouldn't push them away.
Gu Yue's expression was indifferent, as if she hadn't seen the other person.
Seeing this, Zhou Changxi quickly said, "Uh, I have something else to do, let's chat when we have time later."
With that, he hurried away.
Meanwhile, in the Academic Affairs Office.
"Teacher Wu, please, you must accept this student. After the academy's investigation, she absolutely qualifies for the Zero Class."
Long Hengxu said solemnly to Wu Changkong.
Wu Changkong coldly glanced at the young girl standing beside Long Hengxu: "My class only accepts monsters, not ordinary people. She is only a two-ring Cultivator, do you think she's qualified?"
Long Hengxu leaned closer to Wu Changkong, lowering his voice: "Teacher Wu, her Family has donated a large amount of Cultivation resources and funds to the academy. And you also know the expenses of the Zero Class; if we don't replenish some funds..."
Compared to his previous seriousness, the current Long Hengxu, who was asking for a favor, seemed much more humble.
He had no other choice; after all, this was a task personally assigned by the Dean.
Wu Changkong was silent for a moment, his voice icy: "Alright, I'll give her a chance. If she doesn't meet the requirements, don't blame me for making her leave."
Long Hengxu, hearing this, also breathed a sigh of relief.
He knew that Xu Xiaoyan's Spirit indeed had its unique qualities; otherwise, the academy wouldn't have made an exception.
At this moment, Xu Xiaoyan stepped forward and respectfully said, "Hello, Teacher Wu, thank you for giving me this opportunity. My Spirit is the mutated Spirit, Star Wheel Ice Staff."
Wu Changkong raised an eyebrow: "Continue."
"During the day, the Star Wheel Ice Staff has nothing special, but at night it mutates and can control Star Power."
Xu Xiaoyan explained confidently.
Wu Changkong scrutinized the girl in front of him and slowly nodded: "Alright, I'll temporarily accept you. Remember, if you don't meet the standards, you'll have to leave the Zero Class."
"I understand, Teacher Wu." Xu Xiaoyan nodded solemnly.
"I look forward to your performance."
Wu Changkong turned to Long Hengxu and greeted him, "Director Long, if there's nothing else, I'll take her to arrange a dormitory."
With that, he turned and walked out, and Xu Xiaoyan quickly followed behind him.
She thought to herself, "Fang Yang, I'm here!"
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