Chapter 53: Lanba Academy Admissions

Three months later.

In a wasteland near Tian Dou City.

Two medium-sized wagons slowly came to a halt.

Then Qian Fugui jumped down from the wagon and respectfully saluted Li Xuan.

"Master, we're about to enter the bounds of Tian Dou City. Shall we go straight into the city to rest today, or spend the night outdoors?" Qian Fugui's voice came from outside the carriage and asked Li Xuan.

"Fugui, we'll rest here today. Go into Tian Dou City and investigate a few matters for me: first, whether my wanted notice is still effective; second, whether you can arrange a false identity for me; third, check the schools nearby that are recruiting students. I'm of school‑age and want to experience a normal child's learning." Li Xuan said from inside the carriage, tossing a bag of golden Soul Coins.

"Yes, master, I'm off right now." After taking the bag, Qian Fugui turned toward Tian Dou City.

Liu San and Sun Si began to set up camp and prepare to rest.

Qian Fugui didn't know how long his information‑gathering in Tian Dou City would take, so he prepared to rest in advance, lest he suffer otherwise.

During the past three months, whenever these three showed any unsuitability, Li Xuan would punish them with Burning Heart Divine Flame; after three months of training, Qian Fugui and the others now fully obey Li Xuan's orders.

Thus, in the eyes of these three, Li Xuan is no different from a demon, for the Burning Heart Divine Flame is scorching, and each punishment is truly torment.

Next, Li Xuan lay down in the carriage, closed his eyes to rest his spirit, and waited for news from Qian Fugui.

Without news from Qian Fugui, Li Xuan would never enter Tian Dou City.

If he were captured, Li Xuan would surely suffer.

In fact, during these three months Li Xuan also endured many hardships. The day after he left White Wind City, his wanted notice was issued by the Spirit Hall, and it was personally signed by Ju Douluo; such a high‑level wanted notice is extremely rare in the Spirit Hall.

Li Xuan naturally understood the weight of that wanted notice, so after leaving White Wind City he chose only country lanes or routes that bypassed nearby cities, trying to avoid detection.

Because he avoided cities along the way, his pace was slow, turning a journey that should have taken a month into three months before reaching Tian Dou City.

Even after three months, Li Xuan still dared not lower his guard and rush into the city, so he sent Qian Fugui ahead to scout Tian Dou City before deciding whether to enter.

Time passed quickly, and as the sun was about to set, Qian Fugui jogged back to Li Xuan.

"Master, I've fully scouted the situation in Tian Dou City. Our wanted notice is still active, but its heat seems to have faded; hardly anyone cares now. Even if we walk in openly, no one will notice us," Qian Fugui said with some relief.

"That's excellent; that saves me a great deal of effort," Li Xuan said with a bright smile.

"By the way, master, this is a new identity I took the liberty of arranging for you," Qian Fugui produced a token from his pocket and handed it to Li Xuan.

"A new identity? Fugui, your efficiency is impressive," Li Xuan was momentarily stunned, then smiled at Qian Fugui. He took the token—a palm‑sized round disc—its front bore the name Li Feiyu, and its back showed two intersecting thorns; Li Xuan couldn't discern the material.

Although the wanted notice's heat has faded, Li Xuan still needs a legitimate identity to live normally in Tian Dou City.

Li Xuan never imagined Qian Fugui's capability was so strong that he could secure a new identity so effortlessly.

"Master, I used to be a broker, so I'm very familiar with this process..." Qian Fugui knelt anxiously on the ground and spoke quickly, fearing Li Xuan would blame him for acting on his own.

"I forgot your profession. Stop kneeling, stand up and tell me about this identity," Li Xuan said, fiddling with the token.

"Thank you for your generosity, master. This Identity Token isn't forged; it was bought from someone and only the name was altered. Its original owner was the sole heir of a fallen Soul Master Family, now extinct, so the identity won't be exposed. The original soul power was level 6, martial soul Fire Lotus; currently the soul power is level 11," Qian Fugui recited everything he had memorized to Li Xuan.

"Not bad, not bad. With this token, traveling across Douluo Continent will be much safer," Li Xuan pinned the token to his waist and kept looking at Qian Fugui.

"Master, one more thing: the Soul Master Academy you asked me to inquire about—only Lanba Academy is still recruiting. Other schools have essentially finished their enrollment this year, so Lanba Academy is our only option," Qian Fugui scratched his head and continued.

"Lanba Academy?" Li Xuan murmured softly.

After all, Li Xuan is a transmigrator, so he naturally knows what kind of academy Lanba Academy is.

"Master, have you heard of this academy?" Qian Fugui asked cautiously.

"I've heard of it. What are their enrollment requirements?" Li Xuan thought for a moment and asked Qian Fugui.

"Master, they only accept Soul Masters under twelve who possess a spirit ring; we should meet the criteria," Qian Fugui nodded.

"Not bad, seems like a good field," Li Xuan said, pursing his lips and nodding.

"One more thing, master: I've arranged a Courtyard. Once you agree, we can move in at any time," Qian Fugui said with a smile.

"No rush on the Courtyard; we can consider it after entering Tian Dou City. Let's rest here today, and set out at dawn tomorrow for the capital Tian Dou City of the Tian Dou Empire. I've troubled you all today," Li Xuan said, smiling at the three servants behind him.

"Master, you're too kind. We can just sleep on the ground," Qian Fugui, representing them, respectfully saluted Li Xuan.

"Alright, set up camp and prepare to enter Tian Dou City at dawn. I also want to enjoy the hospitality of the Tian Dou Empire!" Li Xuan said, laughing heartily from the carriage.

Apologies for the delay, dear readers; the two maps don't link well and look a bit sloppy. Sorry to all of you, dear readers; the upcoming chapters should not have this issue. Thank you for your support.

(End of Chapter)