"This is truly a genius."
"Moreover, compared to Han Yue, who is a seven-star Dou Grandmaster at 19, she will receive more training at the academy, utilize more academy resources, and feel greater gratitude toward the academy."
"In the future, the possibility of her reaching Dou Emperor, Dou Ancestor, or even higher is far greater than Han Yue's. At that time, the academy will gain yet another top-tier connection."
Many Jia Nan Academy elders present were extremely pleased.
Qian Sen immediately sent a message to Hu Qian, Vice Dean of the Outer Academy, reporting the appearance of a student with astonishing talent during the enrollment process.
"This classmate's name is Xun Er? I must make her turn her head."
"A beauty with talent—she should become my Dao Companion!"
"Actually, I prefer Qing Lin. I hope I get the chance to pursue her."
"Little Fairy Doctor is so elegant and refined, truly charming!"
"I like Han Yue. She's strong and has a cool temperament. I can be the little bird that snuggles up to her."
"You all have zero self-awareness. Do you only dream every night?"
"…"
Xun Er gently leaned close to Little Fairy Doctor and Qing Lin, always wearing a faint smile. She looked like an orchid blooming quietly in a valley—isolated from the world.
The astonishing results she achieved in the assessment seemed insignificant to her; they elicited no further reaction.
Many boys around her fell for her at first sight. Quite a few also fell for Little Fairy Doctor, Qing Lin, or Han Yue.
Ninety-nine percent of the boys present were captivated by these four girls.
The remaining 0.1% naturally belonged to Xiao Yan.
He would never covet his brother's wife. The thought of lusting after his brother's wife had never crossed his mind.
"If you fall for Xun Er and the others, you won't have any chance," Xiao Yan said with crossed arms and a mischievous look.
He was looking forward to seeing how these people would react when they learned Xun Er already had someone she liked.
He was even more eager to see their expressions when they learned of Xiao Ting's talent and strength.
"Ruo Ling, I never expected you to find four geniuses exceeding S-rank this time. You win." Huo Qing Er snorted lightly, looking unconvinced.
However, a faint trace of blessing and happiness flashed in her eyes.
Instructor Ruo Ling, who had achieved such excellent results, would undoubtedly be promoted to Profound-rank instructor and receive commendation from the Vice Dean. She was confident Ruo Ling could reach Dou Spirit in a few years.
It was a shame the reward would be reduced. She also didn't know when she would gain the strength to avenge her brother.
"Four people?"
Ruo Ling, unaware of Huo Qing Er's hidden emotions, curled her lips slightly and said with a proud expression, "Who said I only recruited four?"
The moment these words were spoken, the entire place fell silent. Many people looked at each other in confusion.
Xun Er was the last student in Ruo Ling's class to be assessed. Where would she summon a fifth student from?
"Indeed, there are more than four." Xun Er parted her lips slightly. Her beautiful voice echoed across the plaza. "There is one more—my brother, Xiao Ting. His talent is even better than mine."
Everyone: !!!
Do you want to hear what you're saying?
You are a genius, but how many people are stronger than you?
Is he the same age as you and has skills similar to Han Yue?
"Ahem."
Just thinking about what she was about to say made Ruo Ling feel extremely good. Xiao Ting was truly the best student she had chosen. He was really amazing.
"Reporting to the Elder." Ruo Ling bowed to Qian Sen. "In Wu Tan City of the Jia Ma Empire, I recruited a student named Xiao Ting from the Xiao Clan. He is Xiao Yan's cousin."
"He is only one month older than Xun Er, but his strength is…"
Ruo Ling deliberately dragged out her words to tease everyone. Only after seeing Huo Qing Er's anxious expression and her desire to hurry her did she continue.
"Six-star Dou Spirit!"
Boom!
Ruo Ling's words were like a bomb, leaving the sea of people completely stunned.
The vast plaza instantly fell silent. Everyone could clearly hear their own breathing; it was so quiet a pin dropping could be heard.
However, after a few breaths, various discussions erupted. Most expressed disbelief or suspicion that something was wrong with their ears.
"Ruo Ling, you're mistaken!" Huo Qing Er licked her dry lips, eyes wide with shock. "Six-star Dou Spirit, not six-star Dou Master, right?"
He was only one month older than Xun Er, so he was not yet sixteen and about three years younger than Han Yue.
Han Yue came from the Han Clan, which had Dou Ancestor ancestors. Reaching seven-star Dou Grandmaster at nineteen was rare talent.
Xiao Ting was one star below her but far more talented. Ordinary genius could not describe him. He was an unparalleled genius.
If he did not die midway and received proper opportunities in the future, he might become a Dou Venerate powerhouse famous throughout the Battle Continent!
"That's right." Noticing everyone looking at her, Ruo Ling blushed but spoke excitedly. "Six-star Dou Spirit. Xun Er and the other students who went recruiting with me can all testify."
Whoosh!
It was true.
A youth not even sixteen years old had reached Dou Spirit—what kind of monster was this?
Probably only the top disciples of powerful forces that possessed Dou Venerate experts could achieve such a feat.
"Where is Xiao Ting!?"
Suddenly, a whirlwind appeared in the air. An elder with wings formed from Battle Qi descended from the sky with burning eyes.
"Greetings, Vice Dean!"
All instructors and elders present bowed to the suddenly appearing elder.
This person was none other than Hu Qian, Vice Dean of Jia Nan Academy's Outer Academy and a peak Dou Emperor expert.
The Outer Academy Dean spent most of his time traveling the Battle Qi Continent and rarely returned to Jia Nan Academy. Therefore, Hu Qian could be considered the de facto person in charge of the Outer Academy.
"No need for formalities." Hu Qian waved his hand lightly, looked around, then asked Ruo Ling, "Where is the Xiao Ting you mentioned?"
Jia Nan Academy recruited new students from all over the continent every year. They usually studied at the Outer Academy. Once their strength reached six-star Dou Master or above, they could participate in the annual Inner Academy selection test.
The top 50 in the selection test could enter and study at the Inner Academy. In principle, they had to graduate within five years, but especially talented individuals could apply to postpone graduation by two years.
Jia Nan Academy's foundation lay in the Scripture Pavilion and the Blazing Sky Qi Refining Tower. The Scripture Pavilion housed not only Earth-level cultivation methods but also high-grade spiritual herbs.
The latter could increase a cultivator's training speed and was extremely useful before reaching Dou King.
Therefore, even forces commanded by Dou Ancestor were willing to send young members to study at Jia Nan Academy.
After all, students would return to their original factions after graduation and could use others' resources to train their own disciples. No one would miss such an excellent opportunity.
Jia Nan Academy did this not for charity, but to gain benefits.
The most basic thing was to build connections and also to find ordinary geniuses who would come to you relying on your reputation.
However, most Inner Academy students did not possess six-star Dou Spirit strength upon graduation.
Xiao Ting had met the graduation standard before turning sixteen—this was exactly like having a top-tier connection delivered right to his doorstep.