119: Guide Beast

Teacher Lu secretly pondered, "I absolutely cannot let it stay idle like this; I need to find something for it to do, and fast!"

So, its eyes darted around, casually glancing to the side, where it happened to spot Li Wen's unfamiliar face. Instantly, a brilliant idea came to mind.

Teacher Lu walked over to Li Wen with a broad smile and said kindly,

"Little student, I guess you're probably not very familiar with our campus environment yet, are you?"

Li Wen nodded in surprise, politely replying,

"Mm, I really don't know much about it."

Seeing this, Teacher Lu quickly seized the opportunity, pointing to Teacher Lu next to him and saying,

"Well, in that case, how about we let this Teacher Lu, who knows the campus environment well, show you around?"

Teacher Lu, who had already packed his things and was joyfully anticipating his leisurely time after work, spun his head around sharply upon hearing this, his face aghast, his mouth wide open and unable to close for a long time.

"Ah? Me?"

Teacher Lu secretly grumbled to himself.

Slander, this is simply slander!

But facing Teacher Lu's undeniable gaze and tone, he couldn't openly refute, so he could only mutter helplessly,

"Uh... actually, I don't think it's necessary to go to such trouble. Everyone has their own way of exploring and discovering. Isn't it better to learn according to one's own needs?"

However, Li Wen himself was already prepared; he had diligently researched relevant guides beforehand, so he naturally wanted to politely decline this sudden "kindness."

Just as he was about to speak, he was decisively interrupted by Teacher Lu.

"Oh, it's fine! If you have any special requests or ideas, just tell Teacher Lu, and I believe with Teacher Lu's ability, he will definitely be able to meet all your needs!"

Teacher Lu said with conviction, simultaneously displaying the authority of his true form.

At this point, even though Teacher Lu was extremely unwilling, he dared not disobey Teacher Lu.

And Li Wen, being relatively weaker in strength, could only obediently follow the arrangements... Since any rebuttal would be useless, Teacher Lu naturally took Qing Yan's place, leisurely appearing on Li Wen's shoulder.

There was no other special intention; it was purely the self-cultivation of an inherently lazy beast.

For it, being able to walk even one step less meant absolutely refusing to take one more step.

At this moment, it lay there lazily, with an expression as if bored with the entire world, and asked feebly,

"So, in the end, what exactly are your needs?"

Although deep down he was quite reluctant to have such an elder-like presence constantly by his side.

But with things having developed to this point, there seemed to be no other option.

It might be better to calm down and ponder how to get along (and exploit) this special companion.

So, after a moment of thought, Li Wen responded with anticipation,

"I wonder if there is, um... I mean, if it's possible, is there such a secret realm?"

"It can not only enhance one's vitality but also strengthen soul power, and it also contains some high-quality precious seeds!"

Who would have thought that after Teacher Lu heard these words, his already somewhat lazy and listless eyes would suddenly roll upwards as if greatly stimulated, revealing a large expanse of white.

Immediately after, he said with a tone full of disdain and disbelief,

"I say, you fellow, have you been eating pre-made meals all the time and ruined your brain?"

"Although our school is quite comprehensive, what other schools have, we can basically find here."

"However, when it comes to secret realms, we really can't compare to Jingdao University!"

"Such a secret realm simply doesn't exist. But, if we break down the three conditions that make up that secret realm individually, we can barely put them together."

"The Chengjiang Secret Realm, which contains extremely vast life energy, yet completely lacks any signs of life within it. As far as the eye can see, there are only endless fossils."

"It was personally deciphered by our school's Old Principal! It is known as 'the place where the mysteries of the origin of life are hidden.'"

Hearing this, Li Wen's heart stirred. He secretly pondered.

How could it be such a coincidence? Since coming to this world, it has happened more than once, and now he hears a repeated place name—the Chengjiang Fossil Site.

This is also a relatively famous scenic spot, located in a rather remote area.

Is all this a coincidence, or is there some deeper meaning behind it?

Thinking of this, Li Wen felt increasingly that thisCrossing (transmigration) was full of mysteries.

But he knew that no matter what the reason was, the most urgent task was to quickly improve his strength.

After all, only with sufficient power would he be qualified to seek the truth of the matter.

"Secondly, Pingdu Mountain."

"Known as the 'Ghost City,' due to its overly abundant soul power, special creatures, 'Faceless Ghosts,' are constantly born within it."

"Their form is very similar to ghosts in movies and TV shows. After a pet beast defeats a 'Faceless Ghost,' it will transform into pure soul power that can be directly absorbed and utilized."

Hearing this, Li Wen could only say,

Indeed, there are only wrong names, no wrong nicknames, an identical "Ghost City."

According to "Yunji Qiqian" Volume 27, "Dongtian Fudi," Pingdu Mountain is the forty-fifth blessed land among the seventy-two blessed lands of Taoism.

Then Tiannan University can also be said to have a profound foundation.

"Then what are we waiting for? Let's go, let's get moving!"

Li Wen's heart was filled with curiosity and anticipation at this moment. He particularly yearned to witness firsthand what astonishing sights the "Ghost City" in this high-martial world would reveal.

However, just as he was joyfully preparing to embark on this adventure, Teacher Lu's understated remark poured cold water over him, instantly extinguishing his enthusiasm without a trace.

He heard Teacher Lu slowly say,

"Field secret realms are not places just anyone can enter!"

"500 academic credits will only allow you to stay for a short three days, and if you want to stay for a few more days, you'll need to pay as much as one thousand academic credits to enjoy a whole week!"

"We also have monthly passes for sale here, but unfortunately, with your spending power, you probably shouldn't even think about it!"

After saying that, Teacher Lu specifically added, "So, may I ask, do you have enough academic credits?"

Hearing these words, Li Wen immediately felt a wave of embarrassment. Although deep down he desperately wanted to boldly shout that classic line—"Don't bully a young man for being poor."

The harsh reality, however, was that he was truly poor.

Helpless, he could only weakly ask,

"So, are there any secret realms that are cheaper, or don't require academic credits to enter at all?"

Teacher Lu stretched, then lazily twisted his graceful body, and replied nonchalantly,

"I've already thought about that for you! Otherwise, where do you think I'd be taking you?"