Abyssal Ascetic Association and the Demon Race.
The former is an illegal group within the East Prosperity Imperial, posing a great threat to social stability and committing countless crimes.
The latter is the enemy of the entire Human Race, an alien race.
And a rare type among them that prefers cunning over brute strength.
Most aliens, upon encountering humans, would charge and slash without a word.
Muscle-bound aliens are indeed terrifying.
But those with brains pose a greater danger.
Zhao Tianxing considered his words and slowly said, "Actually, Maple County City takes this situation very seriously, but since the Chief and General Pang are here, along with that member of the Qiong Family, the Prefect has decided not to personally take action. I’ve also reached out to Maple Leaf Martial Arts University, but it’s inconvenient for them to step in."
Zhao Tianxing is the advisor for the Martial Arts School Alliance in Linjiang City.
In charge of all educational matters in Linjiang City, he hopes the city can resolve these issues promptly.
Nevertheless, with that member of the Qiong Family here, it’s not his place to intervene.
The Chief nodded, "With that Qiong Family member here, there’s no need for others to interfere. The reason Abyssal Ascetic Association chose to cause trouble in Linjiang is likely because Kaz is imprisoned in Hades Prison, and we even suspect Allen’s betrayal is connected to Kaz."
Before Allen’s betrayal, he had indeed met with Kaz.
Abyssal Ascetic Association has two Grand High Priests, holding the highest positions within the association.
Kaz is one of them, known for his expertise in manipulating minds and swaying people’s thoughts.
This manipulation is not a simple or brutal process.
It is subtle and gradual.
So subtle that people wouldn’t notice and might even think these thoughts are their own.
He himself is a terrifying Sequence Three Extraordinary, and although he has not cultivated Blood Qi, his eerie abilities are elusive and unpredictable.
"These are their final days."
Zhao Tianxing’s eyes flashed with murderous intent, "I’ve received reliable news that a team of experts from ten martial arts schools in Sakura County has found the headquarters of the Abyssal Ascetic Association, and the whereabouts of the other Grand High Priest have also been discovered. The Martial Arts School Alliance is cleansing this batch of terrorists."
As the massive machine of the East Prosperity Imperial began to operate, no matter how hidden the Abyssal Ascetic Association was, it would eventually be eradicated.
Indeed, in Sakura County.
On such post-apocalyptic wastelands, these worms seem to thrive better.
The morning passed quickly.
Zhao Tianxing chatted about educational issues with the Chief all morning, while Pang Fei’s phone incessantly rang.
For even minor issues like a parent wanting to send a water bottle to their child, calls were directed to him, frustrating him to no end.
When the exam bell rang.
Baiyu packed his papers and pens, letting out a long breath.
This set of questions...
As expected, it was really simple.
The feeling of knowing all the answers at first glance, with no problems whatsoever, was exhilarating.
Is this what it feels like to be a top student?
I love it, I really do.
"Baiyu, judging by your expression, you must have answered everything?"
Yue Zian looked over.
Baiyu replied without hesitation, "With Brother Zi’an being so confident, it surely wasn’t difficult for you either."
This led to the usual mutual flattery between them.
The two walked out of the exam hall with their arms around each other’s shoulders, their mischievous demeanor making people think they were discussing those infamous Sakura County films.
The exam schedule allows one subject per day, giving students ample time to rest.
The following two days.
Baiyu still arrived at school with Ning Qian in the morning, left the exam hall with Yue Zian after the exams, and often had dinner with Qin Shou in the evenings, while revising as well.
During this time, he finally returned to his quiet past life.
Eating, studying, resting.
The three days of written exams passed quickly, and the papers would enter a tense evaluation phase.
It is said that in the past, overworked teachers during the grading process experienced distortions, so the East Prosperity Imperial officially stipulated a one-week grading period with no overtime allowed.
The written exam scores only make up a portion.
Is the crucial part for those wanting to become a Martial Artist and enter a Martial Arts School, the martial arts exam!
The exam venue is not in Linjiang.
It’s in Zenith City, the county seat of Maple County.
There’s only one train from Linjiang to Zenith City per day, and because of the college entrance exams, trains have been given priority.
The journey isn’t long.
Although Magic Energy seems distant to ordinary people, it has indeed benefitted all aspects of reality. For example, this Magic Energy steam train, which reaches speeds of up to 400 kilometers per hour.
So it only took half a day, and under the guidance of Advisor Zhao and Vice Principal Jiang Gan, Baiyu arrived in Zenith City.
Maple County’s county city.
Equivalent to the capital of a province in the great foodie country of his previous life.
Zenith City is peculiar.
This is a city built on water.
Zenith City is surrounded by waterfalls, endless gigantic waterfalls.
As if an entire river and sea have been cut off by a massive waterfall.
From afar, it looks like a flowing line of water in the sky. The waves ripple, white waves surge, and the thunderous sound of water resonates in the eardrums, sounding like the clang of horses and swords.
Right in the center of this ring of waterfalls.
The entire city is a colossal island in the river and sea, filled with modern buildings, occasionally seeing large passenger planes taking off.
A city where fantasy and reality merge.
Baiyu searched online and found that the total area of Zenith City is 10,500 square kilometers. The island of the main city occupies 4,000 square kilometers, while the remaining 10,000-plus square kilometers comprise the outskirts around Zenith City.
Its population has reached a staggering 20 million.
To enter the main urban area of Zenith City, one must cross a bridge over a hundred kilometers long.
Bridges are crisscrossed over the entire Zenith City island.
According to Jiang Gan, there are even underwater trains below the river.
The students arriving in Zenith City for the first time widened their eyes, filled with curiosity about this magical city.
But Ning Qian, who sat next to them, appeared quite calm.
Is this the demeanor of a well-bred lady?
These four words flashed in Baiyu’s mind, just as he was planning to praise her, the foolish woman blushed and said, "Brother Bai, come to my house for dinner later."
"Your house... is in Zenith City?" Baiyu carefully and cautiously asked.
Zenith City is different from other regions.
As the county city of Maple County, the most powerful and important city in its 600,000 square kilometers, the housing prices in its main city have skyrocketed to astronomical levels.
Even if Baiyu hadn’t visited Zenith City, he frequently saw online complaints about housing prices there.
Besides the locals, only wealthy merchants and High Tier Martial Artists from other places could buy a house in the main city of Zenith City.
They are people who are not short of money.
"Ah, my family has real estate in every city in Maple County, but my parents usually live in Zenith City. They said they want to meet you." Ning Qian’s face grew even redder.
Your family doesn’t just own a mine, damn it.
In Baiyu’s eyes, Ning Qian immediately transformed into a shining little rich lady.
In the mind of a foolish woman, upon seeing such a unique city, she would certainly exclaim "Wow" in amazement.
The reason for such calmness was because she was already accustomed to it.