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Witnessing this scene, "Xue Qinghe" felt nothing but disdain.
Three Soul Douluos actually thought they could take Zhongli's maidservant as their disciple?
Most crucially, this was no ordinary maidservant!
Even if it were a Title Douluo who harbored the slightest desire to take her as a disciple, someone like Chiyu would have them fighting tooth and nail!
Though she didn't understand why Chiyu was so "monstrously talented," if anyone were truly qualified to take her as a disciple, it would only be her grandfather, Qian Daoliu, or her grand-uncle, Golden Crocodile!
A genius like this—did they really think they could just casually take her in?
Hmm…
Suddenly, "Xue Qinghe's" eyes lit up.
That's right—why not discuss it with Zhongli and have Chiyu become her grandfather's or grand-uncle's disciple?
After all, her grandfather, Qian Daoliu, was the pinnacle of human strength—a 99th-ranked Ultimate Douluo!
And her grand-uncle, Golden Crocodile, was a 98th-ranked Transcendent Douluo!
Only existences of that caliber were worthy of taking a prodigy like Chiyu as their disciple!
Wait—
"Xue Qinghe" suddenly shuddered, as if struck by a terrible realization.
No, no, no!
If Chiyu became Qian Daoliu or Golden Crocodile's disciple, wouldn't that make her Chiyu's junior?
As their granddaughter, she'd have to call Chiyu Martial Aunt…
Who could endure such a thing?!
Ahem—
"Xue Qinghe" cleared her throat deliberately, drawing everyone's attention back to her.
"Deans, as for the matter of taking a disciple… it should still depend on Miss Chiyu's own wishes—"
Before she could finish, Meng Shenji straightened his posture and declared righteously:
"Your Highness, with this old man's guidance, Miss Chiyu will save at least two years of detours. In the future, she will undoubtedly become a powerful Title Douluo for the empire!"
Ahem—
"Xue Qinghe" waved her hand, giving Meng Shenji a meaningful look.
"Miss Chiyu is Lord Zhongli's maidservant…"
Meng Shenji: "…"
Everyone else: "…"
Only now did they remember—Chiyu was Zhongli's attendant.
At this realization, the three old men felt their hearts ache. Such a genius, such a monster… was merely a maidservant?
Of course, they didn't actually mind her status. After all, she was a Title Douluo's attendant!
If she were willing, they could even jointly petition Emperor Xue Ye to grant her a noble title, elevating her to aristocracy on the spot!
And they could guarantee that title would be no lower than a Viscount!
As her soul power rank increased, her noble rank could rise accordingly.
Silence.
An oppressive silence fell over the crowd.
Seeing this, Zhongli shrugged.
"I won't interfere with any of Chiyu's decisions. If she's willing, she may take anyone as her master."
"But if she isn't willing…"
At this point, an overwhelming pressure radiated from Zhongli for just an instant—
And in that moment, the backs of everyone present bent three inches lower!
Well, there was no need to finish that sentence. They all understood what he meant.
If Chiyu refused and someone still insisted… things wouldn't end with mere "discussion."
"If she isn't willing, I, too, am somewhat proficient in fists and feet."
Zhongli still voiced the words aloud. After all, this was his personal attendant—he couldn't let her be bullied outside.
Hearing this, a chill ran down everyone's spines.
Several nobles who had been considering pursuing Chiyu immediately abandoned the idea!
Terrifying. Absolutely terrifying!
Just a flicker of his aura had made the three deans' expressions change!
One could only imagine how frightening this "Title Douluo" truly was!
Somewhat proficient in fists and feet?
What an understatement!
This was nothing short of a warning—no, a threat!
A Title Douluo with a 100,000-year soul ring, claiming to be only somewhat proficient?
The crowd trembled. Sometimes, playing dumb was the wisest course of action.
Somewhat proficient?
If he was only somewhat proficient, then no one in this world truly was.
Meng Shenji and the other two exchanged glances before nodding.
This matter couldn't be rushed.
Since Lord Zhongli had spoken, they would simply have to take it slow.
They refused to believe Chiyu wouldn't eventually be moved.
After all, she would be studying at Heaven Dou Royal Academy—they had plenty of time.
After some more small talk at the gates, the three deans suddenly remembered—they hadn't even invited everyone inside yet!
Chiyu's display had been so stunning that they'd forgotten even the most basic etiquette!
But no one blamed them.
Put in their shoes, who could resist such "temptation"?
Fame and accomplishment—right there for the taking!
Once inside the academy, the students and teachers were forced to disperse.
Though they wanted to linger, the three deans gave them no opportunity!
Arriving at the Dean's Office, Meng Shenji personally handled Chiyu's enrollment.
"Little Chiyu, if you ever need anything in the future, just come to the Dean's Office and find this old man. As long as it's within my power, I will never refuse!"
Meng Shenji spoke solemnly. This was a prime chance to build a connection!
Sincerity was the ultimate weapon!
Later, he would apply for a 10,000-year soul bone for Chiyu. He refused to believe he couldn't move her enough to take her as his disciple.
As the chief dean of Heaven Dou Royal Academy, he had the authority to request soul bone resources for a prodigy like her—this was his confidence.
"Thank you, Dean Meng."
Hearing this, Meng Shenji stroked his beard, his smile unwavering. He shot a smug glance at Bai Baoshan and Zhi Lin.
When it came to winning people over, as the chief dean for so many years, he was far more polished than these two old men.
After all, because of Qin Ming's words, he had once dressed in full regalia and personally led the second and third deans to welcome the Shrek group.
If not for that useless Prince Xue Beng and Prince Xue Xing, those young talents would have undoubtedly become pillars of the empire!
What a pity—they had all been driven away.
For the sake of the Heaven Dou Empire, Meng Shenji was willing to give his all, even unto death!
Of course, Bai Baoshan and Zhi Lin were the same. Otherwise, how could such an important institution as Heaven Dou Royal Academy be entrusted to them?
It wasn't just because they were Soul Douluo-level powerhouses—it was also their unwavering loyalty to the empire.
After all, every student at Heaven Dou Royal Academy had to be either a noble descendant or the heir of a major sect or faction.
These were the future of the Heaven Dou Empire—how could the academy not be important?
"Deans, might I borrow your academy's library for a time?"
At this moment, Zhongli cupped his hands slightly and spoke calmly.
Heaven Dou Royal Academy was no ordinary place. Established shortly after the founding of the Heaven Dou Empire, it had a history spanning thousands of years.
Even if many texts had been lost to poor preservation, there would still be enough for Zhongli to learn what he needed.
Of course, when it came to knowledge of martial souls and spirit beasts, the Spirit Hall's archives were undoubtedly more comprehensive.
Otherwise, how could a fraud like Yu Xiaogang have become a "Grandmaster of Spirits" by plagiarizing their research?
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