Chapter 393: Training Arrangements

"Cough, cough, cough—"

The Ice Snow Giant let out a roar, finally collapsing powerlessly onto the vast snowy plain. Its body, hundreds of feet tall, was tightly bound by spiked chains, one of which had pierced directly through its chest.

Seeing this, the pale-faced Bing Yu managed a forced smile, then immediately began to cough violently; droplets of blood drifted into the air and rapidly congealed into brilliant red crystals.

This time, he could be said to have exhausted every means at his disposal. Even though his opponent was merely a low-intelligence Ice Snow Giant, the gap in strength of those two small realms was not something an ordinary person could cross.

Just as Bing Yu was preparing to contemplate life, the surrounding scenery changed once again. His vision blurred, and the snowy plain was replaced by a field of flowers. The rich fragrance of the flowers scrambled to drill into Bing Yu's nostrils, and the clear, spiritual aura caused his tense muscles to relax instantly.

Looking around, the first thing that caught his eye was a small courtyard, and he was currently standing in the flowerbed in front of it. The blue and white petals could not be called beautiful, but that faint fragrance was addictive.

"Not bad, you didn't let that fellow Bei Ming down."

Suddenly, a cold voice entered Bing Yu's ears. He subconsciously looked in the direction of the sound, and a young man in a plain white robe was calmly observing him.

"Student Bing Yu, pays respects to Elder Xiao!"

Bing Yu hurriedly stood up and bowed respectfully. He was even more surprised in his heart; perhaps in the entire Northern Heavens Spiritual Academy, only this person could address Lord Bei Ming by his name directly.

Nodding faintly, Xiao Han did not beat around the bush and said straightforwardly:

"I already know the reason for your visit this time."

Hearing this, Bing Yu's breathing suddenly hitched, and his fists clenched involuntarily. Success or failure rested on this one move.

Noticing Bing Yu's nervousness, Xiao Han could not help but shake his head. "Rest assured, since you have already passed the test I set, I naturally will not refuse your request."

"I agree to that matter."

"From now on, you are my Registered Disciple, and I will go help you resolve the matters with your family."

"Many thanks, Elder Xiao." As Xiao Han's last word fell, Bing Yu was overjoyed and immediately performed a grand bow.

"Still calling me Elder?"

Xiao Han smiled slightly.

Bing Yu understood immediately. "Disciple Bing Yu, pays respects to Teacher."

"Follow me; the others are all waiting for you." Xiao Han gave the instruction and turned to walk into the room, and Bing Yu followed, filled with joy.

Entering the room, Bing Yu was stunned to find that the room, which looked small from the outside, was actually so spacious. The others who had accompanied him had already arrived and were in good condition, though the subtle scars and messy auras on some of their faces indicated that they had not had a pleasant experience either.

After Bing Yu walked into the room following Xiao Han, the others also gathered their gazes on him, their eyes flashing with intense shock. The process of the former defeating that terrifying Ice Snow Giant had been seen by everyone, and they could only feel endless amazement in their hearts.

Without exception, they had all been left struggling under the Ice Snow Giant's offensive and had been sent out one after another.

"Cough—"

Xiao Han's voice pulled everyone away from their thoughts, and they turned their gazes toward him.

"I don't need to say much about the results of this test. Some people's cultivation and strength do not seem to match." Xiao Han glanced indifferently at another student at the Tongtian Realm Late Stage besides Bing Yu, and the latter, upon noticing, lowered his head in shame and covered his face.

In the test just now, he had actually come out before a student at the Tongtian Realm Mid-Phase.

"You are all geniuses of the Northern Heavens Spiritual Academy; the pride in your hearts will not lose to anyone. If you have lost now, just win it back later."

"If you don't take my words seriously..."

Xiao Han's voice suddenly turned unkind.

"Then don't blame me for sweeping you out. I don't believe that the Northern Heavens Spiritual Academy is so big that I can't find a few people to participate in the competition."

The cold air he inadvertently emitted caused the temperature of the surrounding space to drop significantly, and many people couldn't help but shiver.

The only one whose expression remained natural was Bing Yu, who was from the Ice Spirit Clan. At this moment, he looked at Xiao Han in surprise, feeling pleasantly surprised in his heart. Judging solely from his current performance, Xiao Han's strength had already surpassed the vast majority of people in his own lineage; perhaps the other party really did have a way.

"Of course, since Taicang sent you to me, I naturally won't let you suffer a loss."

As the atmosphere on the scene grew increasingly heavy, Xiao Han suddenly changed his tone, dispersed the surrounding cold air, and said gently.

"The most urgent task is to raise your cultivation."

Xiao Han's words made everyone look forward to it; this spoke to their hearts. No matter what, cultivation was the top priority.

If they cultivated normally, it would be impossible for their cultivation to have any significant breakthrough within half a year. The Cultivation Secret Realm of the Northern Heavens Spiritual Academy did have that capability, but the danger was too high, which was why Taicang had sought help from Xiao Han.

"Bing Yu, Wang Zhi, Lietian Yu, Jinhong Yue, step forward!" Xiao Han's voice became suddenly serious.

The few people who were called looked at each other strangely. Bing Yu was the most outstanding of the ten, while the other three were the only remaining ones at the Tongtian Realm Early Stage. This combination was somewhat bizarre!

Although they were confused, the four still followed Xiao Han's wishes and stepped out.

"I have other plans for you four; the others follow me."

Leaving the four confused people behind, Xiao Han took the six students to the backyard.

"You will leave the Northern Heavens Spiritual Academy for a period of time in this half year."

Leave?

Everyone was confused, but they didn't say anything; they would just do as they were told.

Then, Xiao Han tapped his finger lightly, and a Transfer Spirit Array appeared under their feet. With a flash of light, the figures of Xiao Han and the six students disappeared without a trace.

"Whoosh!"

After experiencing a brief moment of dizziness, the students opened their eyes. The scene before them was no longer the upright and peaceful atmosphere of the courtyard. The blinding golden light made everyone subconsciously squint their eyes, and when they opened them again, the sound of gasping could be heard incessantly.

This was a magnificent and spacious grand hall. Gold was the main theme of the entire building. Hundreds of giant golden pillars, thick enough for two people to embrace, were carved with lifelike dragon patterns. On both sides of the giant pillars, a crystal-clear jade the size of a human head was placed, and the brilliant light made the hall as bright as day.

Apart from the most eye-catching golden pillars, the other decorations in the hall were all rare treasures that ordinary people rarely saw, yet now they were placed casually in various parts of the hall like ordinary ornaments.

In many places, one could even faintly see tiny spiritual energy vortexes; this was clearly the effect of a Spirit Array. Hundreds of Micro Spirit-Gathering Arrays filled the entire hall with spiritual energy, making even regular cultivation much faster than in other places.

It was full of nouveau riche vibes!

"Look at the way you all look, so lacking in composure." Xiao Han glanced indifferently at the group, who looked almost stunned, and shook his head incessantly.

Hearing this, the others couldn't help but feel sheepish. Even though the forces behind some of them were not weak, they hadn't reached the point of using these treasures and hundreds of Spirit Arrays for decoration. This was a first in their lives!

"Elder, may I ask what place this is?" Someone asked curiously at this time. Hearing this, the others also looked over.

Glancing at the group indifferently, Xiao Han said casually:

"Hanyi Chamber of Commerce."