Chapter 117: Vice Dean Suxin

As time went on, more and more new students filled the Judian, the noise swelling to a roar.

And on the tiered, circular viewing stands, the leaders of the various top powers of the Great Xia Kingdom began to appear one after another, which showed the transcendent status of the Saintly Mystic Star Academy — every faction held a measure of awe for it.

Especially when a bell and drum sounded, several figures could be seen emerging amid a cluster of attendants on the topmost circular stand, drawing much attention.

Among them was a beautiful woman in a crimson robe; above the robe, stars twinkled, and at the center of those stars, moonlight bloomed.

The beautiful woman's expression was gentle, giving one a sense of closeness.

"That is Vice Dean Suxin of the Saintly Mystic Star Academy. It seems this Teacher Selection Competition will be presided over by her." Some voices rose from among the new students.

Li Luo gazed at this beautiful woman in crimson; the feeling she gave him was like an ocean — beneath the gentleness lay a vast, surging presence.

It was said that the Vice Deans of the Saintly Mystic Star Academy were all selected from among the Purple-Glow Mentors, so clearly this beautiful woman also possessed the strength of the Marquis Realm, and was a standout among them at that.

Beside Vice Dean Suxin was a child in a golden robe; the child looked to be only seven or eight years old, with a delicate and pretty face, fair skin, and large jet-black eyes that radiated an air of spirit.

The dragon patterns embroidered on his golden robe revealed his identity — clearly the present ruler of the Great Xia royal court.

"The little Emperor I saw at the Golden Dragon Treasure House?" Li Luo looked at the child. His appearance was somewhat different from that day, so clearly he had altered his looks somewhat last time.

Beside the little Emperor was a tall, graceful figure, wearing a white palace gown, her dark hair coiled into a phoenix bun pinned with a dangling golden hairpin that swayed in elegant arcs, her entire being radiating an aura of nobility.

Her features were also exceedingly beautiful — a tall, delicate nose, narrow, long eyes, skin like snow — but what struck one most was the full, towering swell of her chest, that magnificent curve that made Li Luo sigh inwardly: at last he had seen a woman who could rival Sister Cai Wei.

However, the two women's temperaments were utterly different — one alluring, the other noble with a touch of majesty.

"It's His Majesty today, and the Eldest Princess!"

"The Eldest Princess is currently still a student of the Four-Star Academy of our Saintly Mystic Star Academy, and she also commands the Enforcement Team, so don't cause any trouble inside the Academy in the future — no one will be able to save you." Some whispered voices rose.

After admiring the Eldest Princess for a moment, Li Luo's gaze shifted to the last person — a tall, sturdy middle-aged man whose aura was thick and deep, like an abyss, giving one an unfathomable impression. He was merely standing there, yet in terms of presence, he even surpassed Vice Dean Suxin somewhat.

Li Luo stared at this imposing middle-aged man, yet in his heart he already knew his identity.

This person should be the most powerful figure in the Great Xia today — the Regent, Gong Yuan.

When the four appeared, countless people in the Judian bowed toward where they stood. Within this Saintly Mystic Star Academy, no one prostrates themselves — even when the ruler of the royal court comes here, he is merely a visitor.

The four also nodded in acknowledgment to those present. The little Emperor, the Eldest Princess, and the Regent each took their seats, while Vice Dean Suxin came to the very front of the viewing stand.

"New students, on behalf of the Saintly Mystic Star Academy, I welcome you to this ancient academy."

Vice Dean Suxin's gentle voice swept across hearts like flowing water, and the clamor in the Judian gradually stilled; everyone's state of mind became calm.

Li Luo also sensed this change and was somewhat shocked. This Vice Dean Suxin was truly unfathomable — with mere words, she could affect the shift of one's state of mind.

The originally dull and boring welcoming speech, in this Vice Dean Suxin's mouth, became something that soothed the heart, listened to in quiet attention.

"Next, we will begin the most important Teacher Selection Competition for new students entering the Academy. This competition will determine your future mentor at the Saintly Mystic Star Academy, and for you, it will be of the utmost importance."

When Vice Dean Suxin mentioned the Teacher Selection Competition, everyone focused intently, not daring to miss a single word, because they all understood the importance of this competition.

"When the Teacher Selection Competition begins shortly, the teleportation array beneath your feet will be activated, and you will be sent into a designated area. Within this area, there exist many Spirit Beasts of varying ranks, and these Spirit Beasts will carry silver or gold talismans."

"Silver talismans correspond to Silver-Glow Mentors, gold talismans to Gold-Glow Mentors. Defeat a Spirit Beast and obtain any Fu Yin, and you will subsequently be assigned to the corresponding mentor."

"However, beyond this, if you can complete certain tasks, you may also obtain gold or silver Fu Yin. As for how the tasks are issued, you will find out once the Teacher Selection Competition begins."

"Of course, some of you may ask — what about the Purple-Glow Mentors?"

Vice Dean Suxin smiled slightly and said, "Purple-Glow Mentors have no corresponding talisman tokens, because they will observe the performance of all students during the Teacher Selection Competition. If they feel you have that potential, they will naturally grant you the qualification in person."

Waaah!

The hall erupted in an uproar; many students whispered among themselves. Some students with a clear sense of their own strength shook their heads in regret — everyone knew that the Purple-Glow Mentors of the Saintly Mystic Star Academy were all Marquis Realm experts. If one could study under them, the guidance and cultivation resources one could obtain would surpass those of other students. But clearly, being chosen by a Purple-Glow Mentor was not an easy matter.

Li Luo also frowned slightly. This so-called "performance" was really rather vague.

Vice Dean Suxin spoke a few more rules, and finally encouraged, "In ten minutes, the Teacher Selection Competition will begin. All students, please prepare yourselves."

Having said that, she said no more and turned to take her seat.

"Vice Dean Suxin, I heard that five Purple-Glow Mentors will be selecting students this time?" The Eldest Princess asked with an affectionate smile toward Vice Dean Suxin.

Vice Dean Suxin nodded and smiled, "I wonder which little ones they'll take a fancy to."

"The quality of this batch of new students is still quite high. That one from the Grand General's Residence will surely spark a contest among the five Purple-Glow Mentors," the Eldest Princess said.

"An Upper Eight-Grade Resonance, in any batch of new students, is rare as can be — sparking a scramble is inevitable."

As the two spoke, the Regent beside them smiled faintly and said with some feeling, "Compared to the excellence of the students, it's the foundation of the Saintly Mystic Star Academy that is more astonishing. Marquis Realm strength, if in Great Xia, would be enough to found a sect or establish a house, yet they are willing to stay at the Saintly Mystic Star Academy as mentors. That truly is enviable."

Vice Dean Suxin smiled and said, "The royal court governs a hundred commanderies of Great Xia; its strength and foundation are equally not to be underestimated. The Regent is too modest."

"I wouldn't dare compare, wouldn't dare compare." The Regent said with a chuckle.

As they spoke, within the Judian, the bell and drum suddenly sounded. Everyone's expression tightened, and then they saw brilliant light surge up from the floor of the great hall.

Rings of light appeared one after another, covering all the students within them.

A blinding light appeared before Li Luo's eyes. Before he could adjust, he felt the world spin.

The Teacher Selection Competition had begun.

(Today on the public WeChat, a picture of Lv Qing'er will be posted — everyone can go take a look.)