Chapter 27 Visitor
Time flies, and more than a month has passed in the blink of an eye.
Everything in the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School is proceeding according to plan.
The internal and external distribution and transfer of disciples.
The secluded place and the construction of the new academy.
Even the phased purchase of fixed-equipment soul-guided artillery shells.
All of this was carried out secretly with Ning Hao's unwavering support, and it is gradually drawing to a close.
Even the news that the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Academy was about to be established spread like wildfire under his deliberate actions.
Undoubtedly, this news caused a huge sensation as soon as it was released.
However, compared to the observation and curiosity of ordinary sects and many academies.
Those sects that were also among the top sects on the continent mostly expressed their incomprehension and disdain.
After all, the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School is an ancient force that has been passed down for ten thousand years.
Although its situation has been awkward in recent years, it has always been in a position that is neither good enough nor bad enough.
But its inherent strengths are undeniable.
The current sect leader is also an ambitious person.
Even the empire would have to think twice before taking action against him.
Why did they suddenly have such a crazy idea and make such a big show of trying to turn their sect into an academy?
They voluntarily handed over their leverage to the imperial family and became subject to their restrictions.
Could it be that they saw the Heavenly Soul Royal Family befriending the Body Sect and were trying to secure their own future?
Unfortunately, no matter how curious the various mainland powers were, they ultimately had no way of knowing the reasons behind it.
We can only speculate wildly within our respective territories, without being able to confirm anything.
Only a small number of people who are on good terms with them, or those with a transcendent status like Shrek, dare to send people to inquire.
...
In front of the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Academy, two graceful black-haired women stood side by side.
"Senior Sister, what exactly is the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School after?"
"Why abandon a perfectly good sect and instead squander all your wealth buying land, building houses, and constructing an academy?"
Looking around at the massive complex of buildings before her, which was not yet fully completed but already resembled a top-tier academy.
One of the girls, whose breathing was slightly weaker, seemed quite puzzled.
The slender figure being questioned also shook her head, indicating that she did not know.
"Who knows?"
"However, I had the pleasure of meeting Ning Hao once. He is very shrewd and capable."
"Since he dared to carry out the reform despite pressure from various sides, it means he must have anticipated something!"
"That's why the elders asked us to 'ask' if we needed... 'help'."
At the end, the leading woman paused for a moment, a barely perceptible hesitation flashing in her beautiful eyes.
'Did the academy... do the right thing?'
She recalled the words of advice given to her by the elders before they left.
And the last phrase, "the privilege of using power to intimidate others when necessary."
She suddenly felt a little lost.
At this moment, the years of teachings from her teachers clashed with her own conscience, leaving her in a state of utter confusion.
Fortunately, she was not alone on this trip.
Upon noticing her unusual behavior, the woman beside her disregarded her own thoughts and began calling out repeatedly:
"Senior Sister, Senior Sister, Zhang Lexuan!!"
"Oh, Ruoruo, what's wrong?"
"You're asking me what's wrong? You were the one spacing out, okay?!"
"Sorry, I suddenly remembered something else."
As she spoke, Zhang Lexuan rubbed her temples, temporarily suppressing her thoughts on right and wrong.
"Let's go. I imagine Sect Leader Ning has already received the invitation."
"Um!"
As soon as she finished speaking, the previously closed door suddenly opened.
Immediately afterwards, a middle-aged man dressed in fine clothes but with an imposing presence strode towards the two of them.
The old man following closely behind was dressed in a simple white robe, with sword intent faintly surrounding him.
The newcomers were Ning Hao and Sword Douluo, who were stationed at the academy.
"When friends come from afar, we should treat them with great courtesy. However, the academy is not yet established, so the hospitality is somewhat lacking. Please forgive us."
The calm and powerful voice echoed in their ears, instantly dispelling the barely perceptible resentment in Han Ruoruo's heart.
Zhang Lexuan, on the other hand, felt a chill run down her spine, thinking to herself that this person was difficult to deal with.
"Sect Leader Ning, you are too kind. It is already impolite for my junior sister and me to come here so abruptly, how could we dare to ask for anything else?"
"Haha, the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School and Shrek Academy have a deep connection, so how can you say that you are being presumptuous?"
Upon hearing this, Ning Hao burst into laughter and stepped aside to invite them:
"It is truly an honor to have Shrek Academy as our guest today!"
"Come! Please come inside with me for a detailed discussion."
Seeing this, Zhang Lexuan stopped talking and turned to signal her junior sister to hurry up and follow.
Then, on the way to the reception room, Ning Hao kept talking the whole time.
He continuously explained the structure of the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Academy to the two girls.
From architectural style and functional areas to the academy's mission and future vision.
Aside from the hidden parts, it can be said that he recounted all the ideas he had recently come up with.
Even just based on the sincerity in his words, anyone who came would have to acknowledge the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School's determination to establish an academy.
Zhang Lexuan and Han Ruoruo were the same.
It's just different from the latter's chattering questions.
The former felt that something was wrong, so she remained silent the whole way.
They were completely unaware of the playful glint that flashed in Ning Hao's eyes.
'Young and inexperienced, they can't hide their true feelings, just like Xiao Huan.'
'But this is for the best; it's easier to deal with than for Yan Shaozhe to come in person...'
Thinking of this, a hint of gloom suddenly appeared in those shrewd eyes, unnoticed by anyone.
Shrek...
As domineering as ever!
They sent junior disciples from the inner courtyard to question the sect leader...
Time and time again, do they really think Ning has no temper?
Unfortunately, their overall strength was far inferior to that of others.
Even if he was filled with resentment, he had to suppress it until the plan was completed.
'One day, I, Ning, will not allow anyone to raise their voice at me!'
Suppressing his anger at being so easily scorned, Ning Hao finally led Zhang Lexuan and the other to sit down in the reception room.
Then, adopting a humble attitude, he personally stepped forward and poured two cups of tea.
The two women were flattered and immediately stood up to thank him repeatedly.
'It seems we can't generalize when it comes to Shrek...'
'At least these two little ones know what politeness and good manners are.'
Seeing this, Ning Hao nodded almost imperceptibly, and the dissatisfaction hidden beneath the surface finally eased slightly.
Then, feigning confusion, he said:
"There were many people just now, and to avoid any conflicting opinions, I, Ning, did not feel comfortable asking questions."
"You two have traveled a long way to visit my humble abode. Is there anything your esteemed institution wishes to discuss?"
As soon as he finished speaking, Zhang Lexuan's movements suddenly froze, clearly not expecting him to ask such a direct question.
As her mind raced, she realized that she had already completed most of her task.
The information the academy needed was given in great detail.
The reasons for the reform and the genius who summoned the ancestor remained unexplained.
Unfortunately, because Ning Hao took the initiative to explain, she ended up having no topics to talk about.
Not to mention getting him to reveal the most important part of the intelligence.
Left with no other choice, Zhang Lexuan had to go along with his approach and try her best to respond.
"The academy is well, Sect Leader Ning, please do not worry."
As she spoke, she took out a letter from her wrist, stood up, and respectfully presented it.
"This is a letter that Dean Yan asked me to deliver to you."
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