38: This is outrageous!

Zhu Daxiang stood up abruptly, pointing at Xu Le, his whole body trembling.

He was both ashamed and furious, but due to the overwhelming anger, he couldn't utter a single word.

The representatives from the other schools flickered their eyes upon hearing this, secretly feeling lucky that they hadn't rushed forward.

If it were them suffering such social death, wouldn't it be more unbearable than actual death?

Only Hong Yuantai beamed with joy, almost standing up to applaud and cheer.

Even his previous scrutinizing gaze turned into one of appreciation.

He was not afraid of power, and more importantly, he wasn't a brainless brute; he was reasonable, well-founded, courageous, and resourceful.

He could even see through the Rank of that old dog, Zhu.

This kid is like me; he can enter the Demon Slaying Academy.

"My apologies." Xu Le, who had been on a roll, suddenly softened his stance, nearly causing everyone to throw out their backs in shock.

Zhu Daxiang hurriedly straightened his collar.

He didn't forgive him, but upon hearing the apology, his mood eased slightly.

Xu Le continued, "I shouldn't have insulted pigs. Rumor has it that pigs Rank in the top ten for intelligence among animals; they definitely wouldn't come up with such idiotic thoughts."

"Pfft!"

Zhu Daxiang was so enraged that he spat out a mouthful of blood.

"Originally... *cough, cough*, I was prepared to give you a chance to join the Blue University Combat Department. You... you don't deserve it!"

By the end, his voice was shrill, forcing out an awkward, rustic tone.

Xu Le snorted coldly, "You old dog came here and started with the Yin and Yang sarcasm right from the start. Could you have any good intentions? Eat sh*t!"

He had become increasingly uninhibited.

Life has countless choices; Blue University is not the only one.

At worst, he could join the Great Wall Guard Army. Although it was strict, disciplined, and restrictive, there was no shortage of monsters to kill, which was still better than suffering humiliation at Blue University;

At worst, he could kill this old dog and get exiled to the Fallen Zone.

Life would be harder and his status lower, but with his talent, it was only a matter of time before he took off.

Seeing Xu Le's gaze becoming increasingly dangerous, Zhu Daxiang felt a chill in his heart.

Suddenly remembering that he was the Rank 72 representative of Blue University, he was about to explode in shame and anger, but Hong Yuantai of the Demon Slaying Academy spoke first.

"Good, good, good! Student Xu Le, would you be willing to join the War God Department of my Demon Slaying Academy? I guarantee you the top-tier treatment."

Academy?

Xu Le paused. Just from the name, it sounded a tier lower than other universities; it didn't have much prestige.

However, his seat was the second one to the left of Zhu Daxiang. In terms of positioning, it was the strongest first-tier university outside of the three top universities.

Seeing this, the other universities hurriedly began to compete for him.

"Xu Le, come to my Huazhou University. We are a top-tier university with the best faculty, the most generous benefits, and strong support from the higher-ups. It is absolutely your best choice."

"Heh, is my Shenjing University not a top-tier university? Our faculty..."

"..."

Except for Blue University, all the university representatives wore amiable smiles, arguing until their faces were red, all wanting to pull Xu Le to their own schools.

However, first impressions count. When that old dog Zhu was picking a fight earlier, these people were clear-headed, gloating, and definitely had no good intentions either.

They boasted about faculty, resources, and dungeons, even mentioning that they had many girls, yet they didn't mention any actual benefits.

The only possibility was that they had originally planned to slowly manipulate him, but seeing Hong Yuantai enter the fray, they got anxious.

Xu Le looked at Hong Yuantai. Although he didn't use Mind Link, he could feel his appreciation.

Naturally, he chose the Demon Slaying Academy directly.

Everyone looked at each other, their expressions somewhat gloomy.

Even gloomier was Zhu Daxiang. He had originally planned to PUA the top student and exile him to the Combat Department, where he could mold him however he pleased.

He hadn't expected an unexpected intruder to jump out halfway.

He said viciously, "Teacher Hong, one should learn to be a person before doing things. Does the Demon Slaying Academy really accept someone who confronts teachers face-to-face and has no respect for elders?"

Hong Yuantai laughed loudly, "Teacher Zhu, a teacher's job is to preach, teach, and resolve doubts."

"The best way to preach is by demonstration."

"I am now recruiting him into our school with an open mind, hoping that in the future, while maintaining his fearlessness against power, he can also balance it with tolerance and grace."

Damn it!

Zhu Daxiang wanted to pull out a weapon and hit someone.

Calling him "Teacher Zhu," and talking about "maintaining fearlessness against power" and "tolerance and grace"...

Wasn't this calling him a tyrant and also calling him a pig at the same time!

Those dog-cursed brutes from the Demon Slaying Academy, they could be so malicious when insulting people.

If only he could beat him...

Zhu Daxiang took a deep breath and glared at the staff member next to him, "What are you standing there for? Call the next one!"

...

When Xu Le left, he gave Li Yang a hint.

Soon, he came out.

"Brother Le, I also wanted to go to the Demon Slaying Academy in the First City, but I was looked down upon. In the end, I could only go to Ke Wu University in the neighboring Second City."

"That's also pretty good! Keep an eye on the Tang Family and Ke Wu University. Think things through, and don't act on impulse."

Xu Le patted Li Yang on the shoulder; this little brother was prone to impulsiveness.

...

That night.

A piece of information was simultaneously released on the official websites of all major universities.

[To establish a career, one must first establish oneself; to establish oneself, one must first establish virtue. Universities are sacred halls; even if one is a top student, if they lack virtue, our school will absolutely not admit them.]

The onlookers were instantly stunned.

Why did all the major universities suddenly release such a message?

Something is fishy!

Many smart people, upon seeing the mention of "top student," immediately understood and began to investigate the top students of the nine great cities.

The name Xu Le soon reached their ears.

Contractor, disrespectful of hierarchy, confronts teachers, malicious heart, harms humanity's pillars for personal gain.

Furious!

Everyone was furious!

Monsters are rampant, yet he actually conspired to kill a fellow Genius; what kind of behavior is this?

Human traitor!

Traitor!

Suggest execution by firing squad ten thousand times!

The entire internet was in an uproar, sparking a "Kill Xu Movement," and Xu Le was cursed so severely that he didn't have a single shred of dignity left.

"President Tang, there are currently over thirty thousand posts online insulting Xu Le, over three hundred posts raising funds to assassinate him, and even an Alliance to Kill Xu Dog, with over 1.3 million members."

Tang Qianchuan heard his confidant's report, and his gloomy face finally softened a little.

The confidant quickly added, "Should we secretly sponsor a few?"

"No need! Professional matters should be left to professionals. Help me contact the Shadow Hall and give them a chance to eliminate harm for the people!"

Tang Qianchuan waved his hand, a cruel smile appearing at the corner of his mouth.

Occupying a high position means having the ability to control the overall situation. Even if he could jump out of one trap, he wouldn't be able to escape the other.

This is called the trend!

...

Outside, the situation was already chaotic.

Xu Le was completely unaware and was fast asleep.

Suddenly, there was a banging sound at the door.

Xu Le woke up with a start, opened the door, and found Li Yang in a rush.

"Brother Le, are you okay?"

"I was fine, but now I have to hear it from you."

Xu Le stretched. With his spirit attribute, he could go three to five days without sleeping, but he liked the feeling of sleeping.

Li Yang scratched his head, feeling a bit awkward, "It's nothing. I just thought we'd be parting ways tomorrow, so I came to see you, and then... then crash on your sofa for the night to soak up some of your good luck."

Xu Le: "...Just tell me! Coming to visit at three in the morning, and your surname isn't Su; this isn't your script."

Seeing he couldn't keep it hidden, Li Yang finally told him about the information online.

Xu Le opened the internet and was shocked to find that the number one trending topic was [Knife in hand, kill Xu Dog!]

This is f*cking too much deception!