Chapter 45 Landing on the Island to Revitalize the Cultivation World (45% complete)
After enduring the presentation, 444, under the strange gaze, stepped off the stage, sat back in his seat, and sighed deeply.
“Why bother?” 3344, sitting next to me, sighed as he held the thickest performance report in the room. “You, 444, are a top-ranking administrator. There’s no need for you to compromise yourself for the sake of humanity. If the host isn’t suitable, just change it. My experience of changing hosts eight times before tells me that these things are all predestined. You can’t force fate.”
It stretches out its round, spherical little hand, making an "eight" shape.
444 looked at the thick stack of white paper in its hand, separated by nine safety pins, and was speechless: "Then, like you, you tie eight a year?"
3344 stared at it with a profound and unfathomable look: "It's all about returning to the origin. Quantitative change leads to qualitative change. You need to reach a certain quantity to accumulate quality. That's how I became the ninth host. You lack experience and don't understand this principle."
444: "..." It even became proud.
3344's white eyes, bathed in light, brimmed with emotion: "Let me give you a piece of advice: how can you say you understand humanity if you haven't experienced nine hosts? You need to go through more experiences."
444 turned her head away and ignored its chanting: "Different situations require different treatment. Although I sometimes feel disappointed in my son, Jiang Yun is a very worthy and good child."
"Aren't all humans pretty much the same? I really don't understand why so many systems like to raise animals. If you ask me, it's better to just find a strong one than to start from scratch." 3344 felt puzzled.
"Then why did you choose your ninth host?" 444 asked.
"Because she's strong," 3344 replied without hesitation.
444 choked.
People are different from one another, and even different groups have different experiences and perspectives.
It seems that it and 3344 are destined to choose their next host based on vastly different standards.
It vaguely remembered that when it was taking classes at the Systems Academy, the dean seemed to have said once that she did not want systems to become homogenized. Perhaps the dean's expectations had been met.
I glanced at 1314 on the stage, who was saying, "So, dear friends, don't be discouraged if you encounter a host who doesn't cooperate with the binding. We should use love and effort to influence them." Little Ball 444 was bowing to 3344, who was admiring his nine "works" next to him.
"Your turn."
"oh oh!"
3344 strode confidently to the podium, picked up the performance report marked with the number "one," and recited it with great emotion:
"Dear leaders and systems, I hold a different view from the previous two. I believe that binding a host doesn't need to be so complicated. If someone is disobedient, goodbye, the next one will be more obedient. Next, I will share with you my exciting experience of changing hosts eight times and having served nine different hosts..."
The performance review report has been turned into a thought conference.
However, the brightest light from the leadership seats below the stage did not hinder its actions.
The large ball of light revealed a look of praise on Jun Huilian's face, which was hidden deep within the light.
Different systems and different ideas will give rise to endless possibilities. After the establishment of the System Academy, she had a flash of inspiration and asked the first batch of systems to come back to give a report, and at the same time enlighten the second batch of clueless little systems. This decision seems to be particularly correct.
One hundred and eight systems were carrying out their reports and sharing in an orderly manner, and she turned her attention to Feng Wujue on the other side.
The airship traveled at an extremely fast speed, overtaking several lone mission personnel. Helian Yi casually gave them a look, and the former gritted his teeth.
007, in particular, spat out a curse and called him a "pretentious freak."
The luxurious airship quickly overtook all those who had set off earlier. Those who had braved the storm a few days earlier were soon left behind. Those who had arrived early and were trying to fight the storm could only watch helplessly as the airship slowed down and approached. Then, the raging storm, which had no apparent pattern of movement, miraculously parted to make way for the airship.
The stunned crowd hesitated for a moment before rushing over to try and hitch a ride, only to be blown away by a gust of wind.
Only then did they notice the proud golden-red figure guarding the airship.
"Phoenix!"
Unaware that the rumors had gone viral, the cultivators were so excited that their eyes turned red.
"That Pixiu totem is the symbol of the Dao Ancestor, right? So this is the legendary ship that's responsible for transporting people from the island?"
"My God, is that a crystal palace on that flying ship?"
"Just how many high-grade spirit talismans were used for protection?!"
"A high-grade spirit talisman? Don't be ridiculous. That's the Dao Ancestor. Even a super-grade spirit talisman wouldn't be enough to compare."
"There's a phoenix here? I thought divine beasts in the cultivation world had long since disappeared."
"You're really out of the loop. I heard about the Phoenix's descent and the change of power in the demon realm a few years ago, but there's been no news about it in recent years. This Phoenix Venerable is probably the current master of the demon realm, the legendary one and only phoenix in the world."
"Is this the Heavenly Evolution Academy? Even the phoenix is willing to escort you to school."
"After all, that was... the Heavenly Evolution Dao Ancestor!"
Amidst the constant chatter around them, they watched the airship sail into the island's territory, continuing their arduous struggle.
Many disciples from powerful families were present, making their situation much easier than that of lone cultivators. The experts appointed by their families took care of everything for them, and all they had to do was seize the fleeting opportunity to rush in when the experts forcibly broke through the storm.
While the others struggled against the storm, the airship had already sailed into the academy's territory.
Huangfu Mian clung to the edge of the spaceship, her bright eyes brimming with barely suppressed curiosity: "Is this where Brother Lin lives?"
"It's so beautiful! There are even cranes!" Dai Kui exclaimed excitedly, pointing into the distance.
"Yay! We're number one!" As soon as the flying boat came to a stop, Su Xiaoyao flipped off and landed, raising her hands in a victor's pose.
"After you arrive, register your information and then choose a room to stay in."
"Dhyana? What do you mean by dhyana? Dormitory?" Su Xiaoyao asked instinctively.
After asking her the question, she realized something was wrong.
Who is speaking?
She turned around and met a familiar smiling face.
Su Xiaoyao's eyes widened instantly: "Xiao Ye! Xiao Hei! What are you doing..."
Then it dawned on me: "Oh right, of course you're here! You're students of Tianyan Academy!"
Behind her appeared Jun Huilian and Jun Feibai.
Jun Huilian held the roster in one hand and a brush in the other, quickly memorizing their names.
She closed the roster and looked at Su Xiaoyao with a radiant smile: "Long time no see."
"Long time no see!" Su Xiaoyao skipped over happily, showing no signs of awkwardness despite not having seen each other for three years. "Xiao Ye, you've been a huge help to us! You told us about Tianyan Academy, which gave us three years to slowly prepare!"
Three years ago, they learned of the existence of Tianyan Academy through "Junlaiye," which triggered the system's main quest. Otherwise, this main quest would probably have been activated only after news of Tianyan Academy was officially released.
From Su Xiaoyao's perspective, she was very grateful to Jun Huilian for his generous sharing of information.
"How are the preparations going?" Jun Huilian looked at her with a smile, pretending that he had been unaware of their movements for the past three years.
Su Xiaoyao patted her chest: "It won't be long before I'm your junior sister, so senior sister will have to take good care of me."
"Alright, I have faith in you. I'll bet you'll be number one in the assessment." Jun Huilian glanced at the enormous figure behind her, pretending not to know the inside story. "Are they all your friends?"
“Yeah, they’re all your future junior brothers and sisters.” Su Xiaoyao hooked her arm and winked. “Senior sister, you said you were betting on me to get first place in the assessment. Where did you make that bet? Can you include me in the bet?”
Jun Huilian lowered his voice mysteriously: "Students cannot participate in the betting within our academy, otherwise it would be suspected of manipulating scores."
"Oh, I understand. So, the internal bidding among test takers won't affect anything, right?" she asked.
Jun Huilian moved even closer to her: "Of course you can. Before the rules of the academy are released, you can try whatever you want. After you go to the dormitory to claim your bed, you will get a communication stone. You can use it to connect to the academy's intranet. You came early, so you can wait for the next person when the opening ceremony starts."
"It has an internal network?" Su Xiaoyao exclaimed in shock. "That's so advanced!"
"It's not advanced; it's been common in the Immortal Realm for a long time."
"Really? Are there any games or anything like that?"
"Yes, there are many recreational activities."
"I'm envious."
"Strive to ascend to the heavens as soon as possible."
The two of them huddled together, chatting and getting happier as they went.
This is what the others saw as they disembarked from the airship.
"Is that someone she knows?" Helian Yi was somewhat surprised that Su Xiaoyao actually knew someone from Tianyan Academy so early on.
"I guess so," Xiao Tingyuan hesitated.
Is it cooked? It's cooked... I guess.
He doesn't understand the world of social terrorists.
“Since you know each other, why don’t you ask what to do next?” he said.
"Next, you'll choose your dormitory room. First come, first served. You're free to move around until the registration deadline. The assessment will begin once everyone is here," Jun Feibai said directly.
Helian Yi noticed Jun Feibai and immediately clasped his hands in greeting.
Jun Feibai nodded calmly: "The island has three heavens. Before you enroll, you can only stay in the first heaven."
Helian Yi's eyes flickered slightly: "May I ask which courtyard is closest to the sycamore grove?"
Jun Feibai finally gave him a look, and said with a half-smile, "Southeast corner."
"Thank you," Helian Yi nodded in thanks.
Xiao Tingyuan asked in surprise, "Brother Helian, have you been here before?"
"No."
"Then how did you know there was a grove of sycamore trees here?"
"The phoenix perches on the parasol tree." He looked at the spot where Feng Wujue had been standing.
The phoenix disdains interacting with humans and disappears without a trace after reaching the shore.
Upon hearing this news, the others became excited.
"A phoenix! That's a phoenix!" Huangfu Mian found everything fascinating. "I wonder where Brother Lin is now? Is his residence near the Wutong Forest?"
“There are three realms on the island, and Brother Lin probably won’t be staying on the first one,” Xu Lingyou said.
"Let's wait until we enroll in school." Huangfu Mian was already quite content with being here.
Su Xiaoyao and Jun Huilian shared what they had seen and heard at the Lingzhou Grand Gathering, and the two of them burst into laughter.
They parted reluctantly when more monks landed on the island.
"Go choose your room. You still have a few days, so prepare well." Jun Huilian patted her shoulder. "I have faith in you."
Su Xiaoyao gave a thumbs up: "I guarantee you'll make a fortune."
"That's great! To ensure fairness, your entrance exams will be conducted across four continents, so you'd better do your best." Jun Huilian winked at her.
Su Xiaoyao was taken aback: "Deployment?"
"Yes." Jun Huilian smiled lightly, "After all, our Dao Ancestor has been away for a long time and has declined quite a bit. We were worried that people wouldn't feel comfortable sending their children here to study. Besides, you'll be tied to this place until you get your graduation certificates, and you won't be able to participate in other martial arts competitions. Nowadays, the cultivation world values fame and fortune so much that it wouldn't be good for you to fall behind others."
Her tone was normal, but there was an inexplicable hint of sarcasm in it.
The expressions of those listening in subtly changed.
Projecting the entire assessment screen across four continents... This alone is something that probably no one in the cultivation world can do right now.
"Get a good night's sleep. The first round is similar to the other sects, using illusions to test your character. You can find the details on the intranet." Jun Huilian encouraged them to use the intranet, which was an enhanced version of the system forum she had carefully created, and it couldn't be without an audience.
"Testing one's character is no easy task." Su Xiaoyao stood tall and proud, "I am invincible because I have no desires!"
"That's called being heartless." Jiang Yun held his sword, a slight smile appearing in the corner of his eye.
"Why are you trying to sabotage me, kid?"
A group of people, laughing and joking, bid farewell to Jun Huilian and headed towards the first level of heaven.
Jun Huilian watched them depart, then continued to greet the next group of cultivators arriving on the island with an NPC-like smile.
“Su Xiaoyao is no match for Helian Yi. I believe I will win,” Jun Feibai said firmly.
"Place your bets now and wait and see," Jun Huilian said lazily, raising his eyes with a smile.
There were only six of them betting on the game. Jun Feibai bet on Helian Yi, while she used her clones to bet on one of each, giving her a 5/6 chance of crushing the little Pixiu.
"The cultivation world is really interesting," Jun Huilian remarked. "I can't wait to let them see the teaching materials I've painstakingly compiled."
Jun Feibai felt a chill for no reason and suddenly shivered.
Someone who had never formally attended school buried herself in studying to compile textbooks. After emerging from seclusion, she was completely transformed and declared that her textbooks would be used to their fullest potential.
Hmm... make the most of everything.
The little Pixiu prays for its future disciples.
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Author's Note: I encountered a really ridiculous situation in real life that's causing me a huge headache. I still have to owe you a chapter (fingers). I'll try to make it up to you next week when I have some free time, lol. I'll try my best to update daily afterwards, but if I can't, I'll post a leave notice. Because I can't guarantee consistent daily updates, I won't be going to go to VIP chapters until this is resolved. I won't abandon this project; I still want to write it to 100% (maybe there's still 99.99, 99.99 → VIP → in between). It's just that I haven't been feeling well these past few days, so I might have to work on it a bit longer. Updates will probably be a little later tonight, so please don't wait up if it's too late. Goodnight, my little cuties~
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