84: Jiutian College

Most of the people on the stage were Vice Deans from various academies, along with some Deans.

They looked at the students before them, their eyes revealing a hint of admiration.

These individuals would be the pillars of the entire Meteor Empire in the future.

Whether the Meteor Empire prospered or declined, all depended on these guys.

"If you ask me, you Old guys don't need to worry about these matters; I think the champion has already been decided."

Just then, a figure landed on the high platform and spoke softly to the crowd before him.

"Greetings, Prince Jiang Lin!"

Everyone bowed to Dean Jiang before them, their eyes showing a hint of respect.

"No need to be polite."

Jiang Lin waved his hand and took the main seat.

"Dean Jiang, you said the first place in this grand competition is already decided. Is it true or false? Is there some inside information?"

"You're not trying to manipulate it, are you?"

"This isn't your style. Could it be that you've taken a liking to a certain student?"

Many Deans looked at Jiang Lin before them and asked one after another.

"This Old Man disdains doing such things. It's just that one person's strength has already far exceeded the imagination of normal people. His strength is terrifying; the disciples you've taught probably aren't his match."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Lin waved his hand and chuckled softly.

What a joke! Am I such a person of low moral character?

"Who are you talking about?"

"Is it that young man named Su Bai?"

"I just observed that young man; he's enveloped by an invisible barrier, making it impossible to discern his depth."

"However, calculating from his college entrance exam until now, even if this guy continuously broke records and also cleared Disaster Grade dungeons quickly, his level couldn't possibly exceed three turns. How can you be so optimistic about him?!"

Everyone looked at Jiang Lin, unable to help but voice their confusion.

"You'll find out later. What's going on with the people from Nine Heavens Academy? Why haven't they arrived yet?"

Looking at the crowd before him, Jiang Lin gently waved his hand, his brows slightly furrowed.

Nine Heavens Academy ranks second in the entire Meteor Empire, and its strength should not be underestimated.

Their academy is located near the starry sky, and these students have all fought their way out of the Demon Abyss.

Precisely because of this, the talent level of this academy has always been the highest among all academies, and their killing intent is the most intense.

"They must have been delayed by something. That Old guy, Nine Songs, is always dragging his feet."

The Vice Dean of Royal Academy said softly.

"Who's speaking ill of this Old Man behind my back?!"

"Greetings, colleagues. Long time no see."

Looking at the crowd before him, an Old Man in a black robe landed on the stage and cupped his hands towards everyone.

"Nine Songs, why are you so slow, you guy?"

"Exactly, you're late today. You'll have to punish yourself with three cups later."

"That's a must. We Old guys haven't seen each other in a long time, and you don't even know to be proactive."

Many Deans looked at the Vice Dean of Nine Heavens Academy before them and scolded him coldly.

"Wasn't I delayed by something? But you're about to witness a miracle."

Upon hearing this, the Vice Dean of Nine Heavens Academy chuckled softly and looked towards the entrance.

A strong killing intent immediately swept over, instantly attracting everyone's attention.

"Those killers from Nine Heavens Academy are here."

"It looks like they're coming aggressively!"

"I wonder how well those killers have been trained this year and if their strength is formidable?"

Many academy students closed their mouths and looked towards the entrance.

Seven people walked in from the entrance, their killing intent already solidified into a tangible form.

A layer of blood-colored mist covered their heads, slowly moving towards the crowd.

"Are these people from Nine Heavens Academy?"

Su Bai had some understanding of the five major academies and naturally knew the prowess of Nine Heavens Academy.

"That's right. Don't underestimate this group of people; their strength is very formidable."

"These people have been fighting in the Demon Abyss for years, and their strength is undoubtedly great."

Upon hearing this, Mu Yan stood beside Su Bai and nodded gently.

"But I feel like something isn't quite right?"

"These guys seem to have something strange about them, a smell that makes me feel very disgusted."

Su Bai narrowed his eyes and cast Illusion Breaking Divine Eye on the leading man.

[Name: Pojun]

[Profession: Six-Turn Slaughter God]

[Level: 182]

[Combat Power: 3.79 million]

[Affiliation: Meteor Empire]

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"He's actually six-turn?"

Su Bai looked at the leading man and couldn't help but be stunned.

For this guy to reach six-turn, his strength directly rivals Mu Yan's, his talent is absolutely terrifyingly strong.

But why did he feel a hint of uncomfortable aura from them? Could it be that his feeling was wrong?

Impossible, absolutely impossible.

Su Bai's Illusion Breaking Divine Eye could see through everything in the world; there was no reason he couldn't discern the identity of these guys. That aura was definitely real, but it was hidden by them.

Could it be because they lived in the Demon Abyss for a long time and were tainted with the aura of the Demon Abyss?

"Indeed, these killers are as strong as ever."

"I just don't know if these people can win first place; they're always suppressed by the Imperial Academy."

"Seeing how aggressively they're coming, they're probably not here for good."

"I wonder if the Imperial Transcendent University can withstand the pressure from this group this time."

Many academy students swallowed subconsciously when they saw these killers.

Nine Heavens Academy has always been independent; only extremely rare and top-tier geniuses can enter their academy.

They recruit very few students each time, only two hundred, and each must have excellent talent.

Because they constantly travel in the Demon Abyss, they don't have deep interactions with other academies, making them the most isolated existence among the many academies.

"Good heavens, I never thought that guy Pojun would actually reach six-turn. No wonder you're so confident."

Jiang Lin narrowed his eyes upon seeing this, a hint of surprise in his expression.

"It's all thanks to himself; it has nothing to do with me."

The Dean of Nine Heavens Academy smiled slightly, subconsciously stroking the beard on his chest, a hint of pride flickering in his eyes.

"Since everyone has arrived, let the banquet officially begin."

Jiang Lin glanced at the guards beside him and said softly.

As the bells gradually rang, tables appeared before everyone, and slender palace maids carrying food walked directly to the gathering place.

"This is an annual tradition; they always let the talents from various academies get to know each other first."

Mu Yan glanced at Su Bai beside her and quickly explained.

Upon hearing this, Su Bai suddenly understood.

This was to prevent these students from truly fighting and engaging in offline PK; losing even one talented student would be a loss for the entire Meteor Empire.