Last night, although he was tricked by Dugu Yan, Lin Yang completely subdued her, made her call him "Daddy," and kept her enthralled until midnight.
The next morning, the two yawned as they came out of the room.
After transforming, Dugu Yan became even more charming and beautiful. Every movement of hers carried a unique style.
She was only a little over twenty years old, yet her aura was in no way inferior to that of a mature older woman.
Seeing their appearance, a look of understanding flashed in Ye Lingling's eyes.
This kind of action was typical of Yan Zi. She really was impatient.
Ye Lingling's lips curled slightly. "Are you satisfied now?"
Dugu Yan snorted lightly and waved her hand casually. "Average!"
The moment she finished speaking, a tangible gaze shot at her from behind like a needle. Her body involuntarily stiffened.
"Average?"
Lin Yang's voice sounded like it was squeezed out through gritted teeth, with a faint grinding sound.
"You just said… average?"
Human dignity could not be described with words like "average."
"Ah… haha… actually, I meant it was okay…"
"Enough?"
Lin Yang's smile became increasingly dangerous.
Dugu Yan chuckled and tried to slip away quietly.
However, the moment she took half a step, her wrist was grabbed.
"You haven't properly explained what you wanted to say. Where do you think you're going?"
Dugu Yan turned back awkwardly and met Lin Yang's narrowed eyes.
She was certain that if she didn't clarify this matter today, Lin Yang would immediately drag her back to his room and give her a severe beating.
She had already suffered enough last night. If it happened again, would she even survive?
"Alright, alright! I'm satisfied! Very satisfied! Happy now?"
Faced with Lin Yang's threats and inducements, Dugu Yan finally couldn't resist and shouted it out all at once, her face red.
Then she glared at him.
"Shameless! Why do you even want to hear that!"
Lin Yang ignored the second half of the sentence and let go with a satisfied expression, unable to suppress the smile on his face.
Ye Lingling, who had witnessed the entire scene, quietly shook her head with an indifferent tone.
"Boring!"
Dugu Yan immediately became indignant. "You were clearly watching very carefully just now."
"I was just watching how a stubborn personality turns into a gentle one."
Ye Lingling remained unmoved. "It's quite interesting."
"You—!"
Dugu Yan was furious but could do nothing. Then, as if remembering something, she approached Ye Lingling and whispered something.
A blush instantly spread across Ye Lingling's ears. She quickly turned her face away and said somewhat awkwardly,
"Breakfast is ready. I'll go wake up Xiao Wu."
Lin Yang looked at Dugu Yan curiously and asked in a low voice,
"What did you just say to Lingling?"
Dugu Yan looked at him as if he were an idiot.
Why was he so nosy about the girls' romantic affairs?
After breakfast, the four of them headed to Heaven Dou Royal Academy together.
Qin Ming had sent someone in advance to inform them that there was important news and they should come to the academy.
In fact, after all four of them had reached level 50, Qin Ming no longer paid much attention to them.
After all, level 50 already met the academy's graduation requirements.
Qin Ming himself was only a Soul Emperor.
The reason he hadn't left was because Lin Yang had previously agreed, out of respect for the three members of the Education Committee, to win the championship for Heaven Dou.
The three spirit bones from Spirit Hall had become a secondary matter.
Moreover, it was still unknown whether Spirit Hall was willing to give up the three spirit bones in this tournament.
This was why they enjoyed the privilege of not having to attend university classes.
However, the simulated training grounds, library, and other facilities were fully open to them, and they could use them as much as they wanted.
After arriving at the academy, the four went straight to the training ground where they usually practiced.
"Team Leader Lin!"
The Shi brothers, Osler, and Yu Feng, who had been waiting, all stood up to greet them.
Although Lin Yang hadn't shown his face at the academy for a long time, anyone who underestimated him would definitely meet a terrible fate.
Lin Yang nodded lightly, then turned his gaze to the Shi brothers with a smile on his lips.
"Congratulations on entering the Soul Ancestor!"
The Shi brothers scratched their heads awkwardly.
This team was full of monsters. Since their cultivation level was already low, how could they not give it their all?
Lin Yang then looked at Osler and Yu Feng.
They hadn't reached level 40 yet, but they were close. They should reach it in another one or two months.
After chatting for a while, Lin Yang also learned about the academy's recent situation.
Just then, Qin Ming appeared at the training ground accompanied by Education Committee member Meng Shenji.
"Teacher Qin, Director Meng!" Lin Yang lightly lowered his head.
"Lin Yang, you're back from seclusion?"
Qin Ming showed a slightly surprised expression, his smile deepening.
"Then that's even better. Because from now on, you're the protagonist."
Eh?
While Lin Yang was wondering, Meng Shenji stepped forward and said kindly,
"Don't worry, it's nothing major."
"A few days ago, the Five Elements Academies submitted an application to send students to our academy for exchange and study."
Meng Shenji's gaze was fixed on Lin Yang, a meaningful light in his eyes.
"I don't think I need to say it—everyone can guess who they're targeting, right?"
The Five Elements Academies were Blazing Fire Academy, Thunder Academy, God Wind Academy, Sky Water Academy, and Elephant Armor Academy.
These five academies were among the strongest in the Heaven Dou Empire.
Although Heaven Dou Royal Academy was known as the "Number One Academy of the Heaven Dou Empire," it didn't have enough power to truly convince the Five Elements Academies.
There had never been any precedent for such exchanges between academies in the past.
But now they had suddenly sent people here under the pretext of exchange and learning. In reality, they were here to investigate and gather information.
However, didn't this also show that the Five Elements Academies were already wary of Heaven Dou Academy?
Lin Yang thought for a moment and said,
"Director Meng, what is the content of this exchange and study session?"
"The students from the five academies will stay at our academy for one to two months. During this period, classes, sparring, and other activities will be held, no different from regular classes."
Meng Shenji paused and looked at Lin Yang.
"Lin Yang, what do you think?"
Lin Yang shook his head. "No, this is a good opportunity for the team to cooperate."
"Good!"
Meng Shenji nodded and continued,
"However, I've discussed this with Xiao Gang and think I should also tell you."
"Lin Yang, Xiao Wu, Dugu Yan—the three of you must not use any spirit skills during communication."
"You can only fight using self-created spirit skills."
Dugu Yan was surprised. "Team Leader, why?"
"It's because of Spirit Hall."
Qin Ming stepped forward to explain.
"Among the Five Elements Academies, except for Elephant Armor Academy, the other four academies generally have closer ties with the Heaven Dou Empire. However, the Elephant Armor Sect behind Elephant Armor Academy has always been an enthusiastic supporter of Spirit Hall."
"This year's Spirit Master Elite Tournament finals will be held at the Spirit Hall."
Therefore, Lin Yang, who had previously defeated the Spirit Hall team, had naturally become a troublesome existence on their path to the championship.
"Elephant Armor Academy's visit for this exchange was probably under Spirit Hall's instructions. Their goal is to investigate Lin Yang's background."
"I see!" Dugu Yan nodded thoughtfully.
"But you don't need to worry about being restricted."
Meng Shenji stroked his beard, a sharp light flashing in his eyes.
"Don't tell me you think the students sent by the Five Elements Academies can force you to use spirit skills?"
Upon hearing this, the others immediately exchanged meaningful smiles.
That's right. This year's Heaven Dou team was the strongest in Heaven Dou Academy's history.
They were truly a golden generation.
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