218: Lock the Sutra Repository

The entire square instantly fell into a dead silence, followed by an earth-shattering uproar!

"One, one move?!"

"Liu Hanshuang is a Half-step Dou Ling! She couldn't even withstand one move?!"

"What kind of monster is this Jiang Donghua?!"

Countless gazes were fixed on the figure on the arena, their eyes filled with shock, awe, and even a hint of fear.

Even a true Dou Ling Expert would find it extremely difficult to instantly kill a Half-step Dou Ling with one move!

Yet, Jiang Donghua accomplished it effortlessly!

Just how strong was his power?

Below the stage, the faces of the top talents on the fengyun ranking all changed at this moment.

"This guy hid his strength too well!"

"It seems the variables in this selection competition are even greater than imagined!"

And in the stands, the group of already fanatical female students went completely wild!

"Ahhh—Senior Brother Jiang is so handsome!!!"

"I'm going to faint! I'm going to faint!!"

They waved silk ribbons embroidered with Jiang Donghua's name, their screams almost tearing off the roof, their cheeks flushed, and their eyes filled with infatuation.

Young age, formidable power, plus that mysterious Alchemist identity.

These conditions combined were simply a fatal poison that captivated the hearts of countless young girls!

"Senior Brother Jiang! Look over here!!"

"Senior Brother Jiang! I want to bear your children!!"

Some bold female students even rushed down from the stands, wanting to get closer to the arena, but were stopped by the elders maintaining order.

Listening to the mountain-and-sea-like screams in his ears, Jiang Donghua's mouth twitched slightly.

"These women are even more troublesome than opponents."

He shook his head helplessly and turned to leave the arena.

However, just as he turned around.

"Jiang Donghua!"

A cold voice suddenly rang out.

Jiang Donghua's steps paused, and he looked back.

He saw Liu Hanshuang struggling to stand up, blood still on her lips, but her eyes were still defiant.

"I've remembered today's humiliation!"

"The Inner Academy selection competition isn't over yet. We'll see!"

Upon hearing this, Jiang Donghua merely smiled faintly.

"I'll be waiting anytime."

With that, he no longer lingered and walked straight off the arena.

And behind him, the entire Outer Academy was already boiling because of him!

As the last match ended, the list of the top fifty in the Outer Academy selection competition finally settled.

In the square, an elder held a scroll and announced in a loud voice.

"Today's selection is over, the top fifty have been decided! Tomorrow will be the ranking battles to determine the final standings!"

Below the stage, the expressions of the promoted students varied.

Some were ecstatic, some secretly felt lucky, and even more secretly glanced at that lazy figure, their eyes full of apprehension!

Jiang Donghua!

This monster, who had crushed Half-step Dou Ling Liu Hanshuang with an absolutely overwhelming posture in today's battle, had become a nightmare in everyone's hearts!

"It's over, it's over. If I draw him tomorrow, I'll just surrender directly."

"Nonsense! Even Liu Hanshuang couldn't withstand one of his moves. Wouldn't we be seeking death by going up there?"

"This guy's power can definitely make it into the top five! He's definitely secured a spot for the Scripture Pavilion!"

Among the crowd, several top ten talents on the fengyun ranking were also silent, their expressions solemn.

They clearly knew that Jiang Donghua had become the biggest variable in this selection competition!

At this moment, Jiang Donghua himself was deaf to these discussions.

He stretched lazily, his gaze sweeping towards the distant Scripture Pavilion, a slight smile playing on his lips.

"The Scripture Pavilion spot is finally mine."

He had never intended to hide his power in this selection competition.

If he was going to compete, then he would directly crush all opponents with the most dominant posture!

Top fifty?

That was just the starting point!

His goal had always been first place!

Thinking of this, he withdrew his gaze and turned to walk towards the Alchemy Department.

And behind him, countless gazes, whether awed, jealous, or infatuated, lingered for a long time.

The moment Jiang Donghua stepped into the Alchemy Department's gate, the entire Alchemy Department instantly erupted!

"Senior Brother Jiang is back!!!"

Someone shouted, and the previously quiet courtyard immediately burst into an uproar.

"Whoosh—"

Dozens of junior brothers and sisters from the Alchemy Department poured out from various corners, their cheeks flushed, their eyes sparkling with excitement, as if they were welcoming not a senior brother, but a triumphant hero!

The Alchemy Department, mocked for so many years by other departments as "medicine jar" and "weaklings," finally had its moment of glory today!

"Senior Brother Jiang! You were so handsome today! That Liu Hanshuang woman usually looks down on everyone, but today she was knocked down by your one move. It's truly satisfying!"

"Hahaha! Let's see who still dares to say that our Alchemy Department only knows how to take medicine and not fight!"

A petite female student squeezed to the front, holding a cup of steaming spiritual tea in both hands, her face flushed, her voice as soft as a mosquito's buzz.

"Senior, Senior Brother Jiang, this is tea I brewed with a third-grade spiritual herb. It can restore Dou Qi. You, please try it!"

Jiang Donghua was stunned for a moment. Before he could take it, several junior brothers rushed over, chattering excitedly.

"Senior Brother! Your Flame Palm move was so domineering! Can you teach us?"

"Yeah, yeah! Our Alchemy Department's Fire Control Technique isn't bad to begin with. If we could use it in combat like you, wouldn't we be invincible?!"

Jiang Donghua was surrounded by these overly enthusiastic guys, unable to move, and rubbed his forehead helplessly.

"Alright, quiet down everyone."

His voice wasn't loud, but it carried an undeniable authority. Everyone immediately shut up obediently, though the adoration in their eyes remained undiminished.

At this moment, the Alchemy Department's steward, a middle-aged man who was usually serious and rigid, walked over with a beaming smile and patted Jiang Donghua's shoulder.

"Donghua, you really brought honor to our Alchemy Department today!"

"I've already had people prepare a banquet. Tonight, we won't go home until we're drunk!"

No sooner had he spoken than a clattering of pots and pans came from the backyard, followed by a rich aroma wafting out.

The Alchemy Department was going to hold a celebration banquet!

Soon, long tables filled the courtyard, laden with various delicacies cooked with rare spiritual herbs, and there were even several jars of Hundred Grass Brew, fermented from fourth-grade spiritual fruits. Just smelling it made one feel invigorated!

"Come on, come on! Today, our Alchemy Department has finally risen!"

"A toast to Senior Brother Jiang!"

Everyone raised their cups and cheered, the atmosphere so lively it almost tore off the roof.

Jiang Donghua was seated at the head table, his front piled with various dishes, and his wine glass had been refilled three times by the attentive junior brothers and sisters.

He smiled helplessly, raised his glass, and drank it all in one gulp.

"What a blast!"

"Senior Brother Jiang can really hold his liquor!"

After three rounds of drinks, everyone's courage grew.

"Senior Brother, how exactly do you cultivate? Your alchemy is so strong, and your combat power is so monstrous!"

"Exactly! Do you have some secret method? Tell us secretly!"

Jiang Donghua swirled his wine glass, a slight smile on his lips.

"Secret method?"

"It's very simple. Just beat down those who mock you, one by one."

Everyone was stunned at first, then burst into laughter!

"Hahaha! Senior Brother is right!"

"From now on, let's see who still dares to look down on our Alchemy Department!"

Night deepened, but the laughter from the Alchemy Department lingered for a long time.

That night, the Alchemy Department finally shed its "medicine jar" label!

And all of this was because of one person—Jiang Donghua!