Chapter 286: Academy Head Old Huang!
Lu Qingyang’s voice was like a bell, clear and resolute.
With his knowledge, he instantly grasped the key.
That’s right — the Cultivation Academy!
“This academy is on the same level as the Academy, mainly to take in cultivators with Spirit Roots.”
He continued, “Anyone who meets the requirements can come here to study and obtain immortal fate.”
“The Cultivation Academy is divided into three levels: junior, intermediate, and senior. We will select Outer Gate disciples from the graduates of the Senior Cultivation Institute.”
“Unlike the Academy, the Cultivation Academy has no age limit. Any citizen of the Chaotian Sect may join.”
“Both the Academy and the Cultivation Academy must be developed as quickly as possible, to cultivate outstanding disciples!”
“And unlike the Academy, the Cultivation Academy sets no age limit. All Chaotian subjects may enter!”
Lu Qingyang spoke calmly, explaining it all in a measured tone.
“The matter of the Cultivation Academy will be overseen by you. The name will be the same as the Academy — it will be called the Chaotian First Cultivation Academy.”
“The Two Academies — the Academy and the Cultivation Academy — must be spread out quickly. We must cultivate sufficiently outstanding disciples as soon as possible!”
“As for the Academy Head… let Old Huang do it.”
Lu Qingyang stood high atop the steps.
His gaze burned like a torch.
Radiating incomparable confidence and determination.
Like a majestic eagle.
Looking down upon the broad and empty hall below.
A hint of scrutiny and control flowed from his eyes.
With the sound of his hammer, the entire power structure of the Chaotian Realm seemed to gradually become clear in his hands.
Like a magnificent scroll slowly unfurling.
That invisible great wheel began to slowly turn.
The rumbling sound seemed to pierce through layer upon layer of clouds, shaking the surrounding air.
Lu Qingyang could not help but sigh inwardly, the changing times intertwined with his own growth.
And he himself had never expected that, after the baptism of years, the Chaotian Sect would develop into the vast structure of One Palace, One Gate, Two Halls, Two Academies.
One Palace — representing the core of the Chaotian Sect — the Chaotian Palace.
Here, the halls were majestic, the aura magnificent; spirit stone tiles glowed brilliantly under the sunlight.
Every disciple who walked out of the Chaotian Palace was a monstrous prodigy blessed with extraordinary talent.
Brilliant as stars.
They cultivated diligently here, and one could even see Soul Transformation cultivators seeking guidance from Nascent Soul cultivators.
A belief circulated within the Chaotian Palace: as long as one entered here, it was like setting one foot upon the ascension clouds, with a future beyond measure.
And One Gate was the Outer Gate of the Chaotian Sect.
Like a towering bridge, connecting the vast multitude of cultivators.
As the governmental office with the most people in the sect, the Outer Gate bore the future and hope of the Chaotian Sect.
Becoming the cornerstone of countless disciples pursuing cultivation.
Every disciple who walked out of the Outer Gate harbored dreams, longing to ascend to the Inner Gate.
In this flourishing scroll, the Two Halls respectively governed mortal Puppet Armor and the world’s cultivators.
Though not as prominent as the Chaotian Palace and the Outer Gate.
They were an important link maintaining this system.
As for the Two Academies, they were respectively the Academy and the Cultivation Academy.
Though they seemed insignificant in the eyes of Outer Gate cultivators.
In the hearts of ordinary commoners, they bore infinite hope.
People spread the word, faces brimming with brilliant smiles.
As if a brand-new future was about to arrive.
Whenever the Two Academies were mentioned, a ditty even circulated in the streets: “Enter the Two Academies and fate is changed; this life shall debate with immortals and gods!”
Such fervent expectation was enough to show the importance and sacredness of the Two Academies in the people’s hearts.
In the eyes of ordinary commoners, that was a road to heaven!
What money, what official career — none was as good as entering the Two Academies.
But when Old Huang learned he had been appointed as the Academy Head of the Cultivation Academy, his heart was filled with bitterness…
Within the Chaotian Palace, inside one of the halls.
Old Huang, his face somewhat aged, stared blankly at the appointment jade talisman before him.
Waves surged in Old Huang’s heart.
The appointment jade talisman grew slightly warm in his hand.
As if bearing countless people’s expectations and dreams.
At this moment, he stood within the Chaotian Palace, this palace majestic in aura, its presence vast.
Between carved beams and painted rafters emanated a mysterious and solemn atmosphere.
As if it were a sacred place between heaven and earth.
Yet such a scene brought Old Huang not a shred of comfort.
Instead, it only made his heart grow heavier.
He held the jade talisman, his fingers trembling slightly, his gaze deep and vacant.
At this moment, he seemed caught in a massive whirlpool.
No matter how he struggled, he could not escape.
Everything before his eyes seemed shrouded by this light and shadow, turning into a suffocating painting.
“I obey the Sect Master’s command!”
After a long while, Old Huang’s voice echoed through the empty hall, carrying a trembling note of helplessness.
Even if his heart held a thousand reluctances, he could not defy Lu Qingyang’s will.
The baptism of years had taught him that refusing the Sect Master’s command was no different from betraying his faith.
Though years of tempering had left him unable to take pride in his younger self.
At this moment, he still knelt prostrate on the ground, full of reverence.
His body trembled slightly, as if piously praying to the Heavenly Dao.
In my whole life, my talent has been mediocre. Only by being obedient and dependable could I walk this far on the path of cultivation.
Old Huang’s heart was filled with emotion as he recalled the点点滴滴 of these years.
These years, his talent had been poor, but relying on being obedient, dependable, and diligent in handling matters, he had been entrusted with heavy responsibilities by Lu Qingyang.
His cultivation had even risen straight to Void Return!
Originally, with his talent, it should have been impossible to reach such a realm.
He should have passed away sitting in meditation several hundred years ago.
Yet even so, Lu Qingyang had forcefully pulled his cultivation up.
And precisely because of this, Old Huang could not refuse this appointment.
Were it not for Lu Qingyang’s patronage, he would long ago have been forgotten in the river of time.
Sigh, the head of an academy… it looks prestigious.
But how could it compare to my position in the Chaotian Palace?
The moment I descend to the Lower Realm, even a Great Vehicle of the Outer Gate would not dare treat me too negligently.
Old Huang sighed inwardly.
His thoughts could not help but drift beyond the Chaotian Palace.
This was the place he had once found incomparably comfortable. Everything here was familiar faces and warm emotions.
In this sacred land, he had been respected and looked up to.
Yet after becoming the Academy Head, he would have to permanently reside within the Chaotian Realm.
His status would naturally change as well.
Forget it, this is also the Sect Master thinking highly of me.
Old Huang sighed softly, finally deciding to accept his fate.
As he rose, a wave of exhaustion washed over him.
As if after a night of spring rain, all things revived — yet it also brought endless troubles and responsibilities.
At this moment, he made up his mind. Though the road ahead would be difficult, he was willing to dedicate everything to Lu Qingyang.
I only hope I do not fail the Sect Master’s trust in this life.
Old Huang murmured softly, his gaze gradually firming.
He slowly rose.
Deciding to accept his fate.
But what he did not know was that becoming the Academy Head was the second most correct choice he had ever made in his life!
The other was when he had decided to follow Lu Qingyang loyally back when he was only at the fifth layer of Qi Refining…