Among the crowd, many were warriors from the Heavenly Dragon Continent who had arrived on the Divine Phoenix Continent years ago. They were unaware of these young people’s betrayal of the Holy Dynasty and their allegiance to the True Demon Empire.
To them, these individuals represented the hope of the Heavenly Dragon Continent.
“Alliance Leader Bian, it’s truly moving. Back when we crossed the ocean to reach the Divine Phoenix Continent, only you entered Divine Phoenix Academy for advanced study. The rest of us had no chance. But this time, Mo Wushang, Qin Bixue, Bai Qianjiao, Hong Li, Dao Wuming, and the others are really bringing honour to the Heavenly Dragon Continent.”
The speaker was a middle-aged warrior in his forties.
The Alliance Leader Bian he mentioned was Bian Tianyan, the current leader of the “Heavenly Dragon Alliance” on the Divine Phoenix Continent.
As the name suggested, the Heavenly Dragon Alliance was an organisation formed by warriors from the Heavenly Dragon Continent.
It accounted for eighty percent of the Heavenly Dragon warriors on the Divine Phoenix Continent, making it the largest such group.
“You’re right, Chen Hai. In the future, we should build stronger ties with these young people. If possible, invite them to join our Heavenly Dragon Alliance. That way, the strength of Heavenly Dragon warriors on the Divine Phoenix Continent will grow even greater.”
Bian Tianyan said with a smile. “For a long time, human warriors have had little status on the Divine Phoenix Continent. This might just be our opportunity.”
Clearly, even Bian Tianyan held high hopes for these individuals.
Ling Xiao happened to be standing nearby, overhearing their conversation clearly.
He couldn’t help but sigh inwardly.
To those unaware, these warriors, who were either from the sea tribes or human traitors, had become the hope of the Heavenly Dragon Continent, the beacon for humanity’s rise.
It was profoundly ironic.
But they were simply in the dark for now. One day, the truth would come to light.
Traitors and the shameless would eventually face punishment.
And humanity’s true hope would fully emerge.
Ling Xiao never saw himself as superior, but he hoped to inherit the Human King’s aspirations and elevate humanity to greater heights.
After all, he was human too.
Moreover, he had received many benefits from the Human King. If he did nothing, his conscience would never be at peace.
“Ladies and gentlemen! Today, I introduce three heavyweight figures who will become the pillars of Divine Phoenix Academy’s future!”
A voice rang out from the high platform.
The figure followed shortly after.
It was Divine Phoenix Academy’s vice-dean, Fengming Wanzhong.
“I’ve heard Divine Phoenix Academy recruited many talents from the Heavenly Dragon Continent. This vice-dean is probably introducing them.”
Amid the crowd, countless people murmured to themselves.
“Indeed, Divine Phoenix Academy’s rise seems unstoppable.”
Some felt a pang of worry for Clear Void Academy.
Clear Void Academy disliked entangling with the imperial family, so it wasn’t favoured by the royals.
In the current emperor’s eyes, not supporting him meant backing the Fire Phoenix Clan. What else could they be but enemies?
“The first is the renowned Demon Flame Heavenly Venerable from the Heavenly Dragon Continent! A first-stage Cave Heaven Realm powerhouse!”
Whoa!
The crowd erupted in enthusiastic applause.
This showed Demon Flame Heavenly Venerable’s fame was considerable, and Divine Phoenix Academy was highly regarded by warriors on the Divine Phoenix Continent.
Moreover, a first-stage Cave Heaven Realm expert commanded respect.
“The second is the greatest contributor to today’s founding of Divine Phoenix Medical Academy, Masterful Heavenly Venerable Sun Shang, the most outstanding alchemist from the Heavenly Dragon Continent. His cultivation is astonishing, at the ninth-stage Cave Heaven Realm!”
Whoa!
Even louder applause broke out. Sun Shang excelled not only in alchemy and medicine but also in cultivation, drawing even greater attention.
“The last one is even more impressive! He was once a student of our Divine Phoenix Academy. After completing his studies, he returned to the Heavenly Dragon Continent and became the sect master of its strongest sect, Heavenly King Sect. His cultivation has reached the terrifying Yin-Yang Realm. His name is Sikong Zun!”
This time, the venue fell silent for a moment before exploding into a roar like a volcanic eruption.
Everyone was stunned.
Sikong Zun had been a famous genius during his time at Divine Phoenix Academy. Many warriors on the Divine Phoenix Continent regretted his departure to the Heavenly Dragon Continent.
Unexpectedly, after so many years, he had returned, stronger than ever.
“Demon Flame Heavenly Venerable will become an instructor at our Divine Phoenix Academy. Masterful Heavenly Venerable will serve as dean of Divine Phoenix Medical Academy!”
Fengming Wanzhong continued. “As for Sikong Zun, he will be appointed vice-dean of Divine Phoenix Academy, at the same level as myself.”
Divine Phoenix Academy originally had only Fengming Wanzhong as vice-dean, with the second position vacant.
Unexpectedly, it went to Sikong Zun.
Ling Xiao was immensely grateful he hadn’t joined Divine Phoenix Academy. Facing these people, survival would have been nearly impossible, let alone achieving anything in martial arts.
“Alright, that’s all the announcements. I’ll return to my cultivation. Vice-Dean Sikong Zun will handle the rest!”
With that, Fengming Wanzhong departed, soaring away.
He was a martial arts fanatic, devoted solely to cultivation.
If Sikong Zun became vice-dean, Divine Phoenix Academy might soon fall entirely under his control.
But to most, Sikong Zun was a genius produced by Divine Phoenix Academy. His appointment as vice-dean posed no issue.
Even if Ling Xiao revealed Sikong Zun was the Lightning Demon King, who would believe him?
Moreover, Divine Phoenix Academy’s fate had nothing to do with Ling Xiao.
“Ladies and gentlemen, on this auspicious day, I also announce two pieces of great news!”
Sikong Zun’s voice was steady and capable, exuding wisdom and strength, fitting for a vice-dean.
If he weren’t the Lightning Demon King, if he weren’t from the sea tribes, he would be more suitable for the role than Fengming Wanzhong.
“First, from today, all pharmacies under Divine Phoenix Academy will openly sell yellow-grade low-tier elixirs at half the current market price! Additionally, yellow-grade mid-tier elixirs will be available in limited quantities periodically, also at half price!
Beyond that, warriors affiliated with Divine Phoenix Academy can purchase yellow-grade high-tier elixirs at a twenty percent discount!”
If heard in isolation, this news might not seem exaggerated.
But understanding the Divine Phoenix Continent’s situation revealed its significance.
For a long time, no shops on the continent sold superior-grade elixirs. Yellow-grade low-tier ones were accessible only to nobles, and even then through connections.
Yellow-grade mid-tier and high-tier elixirs were unseen, unavailable even to nobles. To obtain them, one had to buy from other continents.
