Of course, the little raccoon on the periphery of the power grab was unaware of these things.

She hasn't been idle since the academy rejected the opera troupe outright.

Mainly, it was out of trust in Shang Yanting; she felt he was absolutely capable of becoming the dean. If he did become the dean, he couldn't go back on his word to the disciples who supported them.

With no performances, everyone started practicing on their own.

In addition to the original cast, other opera troupes that were originally selected also practiced together.

Entertainment is a great career.

In this entertainment-scarce land, even a slightly decent play can be well-received by the public. Jia Xitong plans to manage it well; who knows, she might become the number one in the entertainment industry, and then the opera troupe will become her second path to wealth.

Ordinary people at Hsien Lung Peak have a fulfilling time during their practice.

No one felt the drastic changes brought about by the outside world; it was just that the number of Wanqi tribe members inside the mountain was decreasing until there were none left.

Everyone who aspires to reach the pinnacle of power possesses a decisiveness and ruthlessness that are uncommon among ordinary people.

Shang Yanting was the best among these people; he was ruthless and eliminated them completely.

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Outside, chaos and bloodshed raged, but inside the peak, all was peaceful.

This peaceful atmosphere lasted for a long time, until one day Shang Yanting did not return to the mountain peak all day. Huo Rui, Niu Chuanchuan, and the others gathered everyone together late at night with solemn expressions.

Hu Changxiu held over a hundred high-grade spirit stones, while several colorful defensive arrays above Xianlong Peak shone brightly.

No one could sleep, and they stayed up until the early hours of the morning, filled with fear and uncertainty about the unknown.

A series of thunderous sounds could be faintly heard in the distance.

Amidst the roars of demonic beasts, they gradually approached Xianlong Peak. The sounds were hostile, suggesting that many people and demonic beasts had surrounded Xianlong Peak, causing the giant stone rhinoceroses to paw at the ground in agitation, while the Iron Egg Flower reappeared in its divine phoenix form, letting out a long, mournful cry.

Shang Yanting is not here.

All of this has caused widespread anxiety.

Jia Xitong had no choice but to take his place and remain calm and composed throughout, holding the Wuxiang Brush in her hand, as if she would be the one to hold up the sky if it fell.

fortunately

These sounds remained outside the defensive formation; from beginning to end, no one or any magical beast actually broke into their Xianlong Peak.

Until Shang Yanting returned.

The sounds of people and monsters outside disappeared, as if it were all an illusion.

"what happens?"

On the surface, Jia Xitong appeared calm and composed, but in reality, she was panicking. She rushed towards Shang Yanting, anxiously checking him for injuries, "Did you go out and get into a fight?"

"No."

Shang Yanting grasped her hand as she examined him, then hugged her tightly. "It's alright!"

"Was someone trying to attack us outside just now?" Jia Xitong looked at him blankly, somewhat confused by his words. "What have you been doing from yesterday to today?"

“Those are people from the other three hospitals.”

Shang Yanting said softly.

Now, the most difficult hurdle to becoming the dean has been overcome, and Dingtian Academy is about to return to the era of the Four Academies.

Two days later

New announcements from Dingtian Academy were posted in the school buildings and dormitories, with the largest banner announcing the appointment of the new dean – Yan Qing, the peak master of Xianlong Peak.

It is perfectly legitimate and what everyone expects!

Xianlong Peak was filled with joy. The stage was rebuilt, and Journey to the West was broadcast for three consecutive days, with nine episodes airing in a row.

"Yay! Shang Yanting has become the dean!"

Jia Xitong was also super happy.

Upon hearing the news, she couldn't help but hug Shang Yanting and jump up. She couldn't resist taking out her collection of fine vintage wines to celebrate.

Oh, she didn't.

"Ah, I'm so happy!"

Jia Xitong was especially happy.

She was even happier than when her brother got into a top 10 university.

She looked at the white jade crown with inlaid gems that Shang Yanting wore on his head, representing the dean. As soon as she stretched out her hand, Shang Yanting lowered his head slightly, allowing her to touch the largest gem on it.

"Wow, this stuff is so cool."

She commented on the jade crown, which represents the highest status of Dingtian Academy, saying, "But it looks especially good on your head."

A smile appeared in Shang Yanting's eyes; he was, of course, extremely happy.

He held out his hand, holding a box. "This is for you."

She has it too?

Jia Xitong took the crown and opened it, finding inside a jade crown that looked similar. However, the crown feathers were smaller and the curled arc was extremely delicate.

It's the same bracelet as the one from the Jade Crown.

“I originally wanted to have a jade crown made for you, but a jade crown is too plain and does not suit you.”

He took out the jade crown and prepared to put it on her hand, but when he saw the Hun Tian Bracelet on her right hand, he switched the jade crown to her left hand.

She now has two bracelets.

Jia Xitong tried raising her hand, feeling that the jade crown was cool, but also a bit fragile. "It won't break easily, will it?"

"Won't."

After he finished speaking, he picked up the second item from the box.

Another small stamp.

It's strung together with a chain of special material and hung around the neck, looking just like an ornament.

But it wasn't just decoration; it was a life-size replica of the dean's seal.

"Shang Yanting, you've given me another seal."

Speaking of which, when he became the peak master, he gave her a small seal. "That's the peak master's seal, and this is the dean's seal. Does that mean I can become the dean too?"

Little raccoon, big dreams.

Jia Xitong chuckled slyly. Wouldn't that mean she had snatched Shang Yanting's victory without lifting a finger?

"Who is the dean is not determined solely by the seal."

Looking at her smiling face, Shang Yanting guessed that she had thought of something strange again. "But if you're thinking of the dean, you can be my dean."

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