The Heart-Questioning Formation is complete! Li Fan: Is that all?

While Lin Mo was frantically making money on the battlefield of Zhenyuan Pass and had unexpectedly gained a super thug, Lei Jingxiao...

Far away in another dimension on Blue Star's Great Xia,

Deep in the Qinling Mountains, in front of the majestic mountain gate of Taibai Academy, there was also a scene of bustling activity.

"Phew..."

"Ouch, finally finished!"

"After two days and two nights of tossing and turning, this Heart Questioning Array is finally fully set up before the official start of school!"

Standing below those ten thousand steps that seemed to lead straight to the clouds,

Lin Xiyue watched as Gu Zhiyun slammed the final Top-grade Dragon Crystal, engraved with complex Formation patterns, into the Formation eye deep underground.

As the Formation eye settled into place, the entire mountain-climbing stone staircase was instantly shrouded in a layer of faint white mist, appearing ethereal and mysterious, as if it truly led to the legendary Immortal Realm.

"..."

"Sister Yue, seeing how tired you look, someone who didn't know better would think you were the one doing the work!"

In mid-air, Gu Zhiyun wiped away the non-existent sweat from her forehead and slowly descended.

She looked at Lin Xiyue, who was rubbing her waist and stamping her feet as if her body had been hollowed out, and couldn't help but roll her eyes, teasing with a smile.

One must know that during these two days and nights, she had been acting as both father and mother.

Not only did she have to re-derive the Formation map based on the terrain of Mount Taibai, but she also had to personally carve the Formation patterns and bury the Formation foundations.

She even had to constantly monitor the spiritual energy fluctuations of the Formation, fearing even the slightest error.

In contrast, Lin Xiyue, the commander-in-chief... besides cracking sunflower seeds, handing over water, and shouting "Go Xiao Yun" and "Xiao Yun is great" from the side, it seemed... she really hadn't done anything?

"Oh, Xiao Yun, you can't say it like that."

Facing Gu Zhiyun's teasing, Lin Xiyue didn't blush or feel her heart race as she waved her hand righteously.

"Even though you're the one doing the work, I'm the one putting my heart into it!"

"Watching you work so hard and exhaust your mind, I've been on edge by your side the whole time, feeling exactly what you feel!"

"This kind of mental exhaustion is often more draining than physical fatigue!"

As she spoke, she even feigned weakness by supporting her forehead, looking as if she "hadn't had it easy either."

"Fine, fine, fine, everything you say is right."

Gu Zhiyun shook her head helplessly; she had already experienced her good sister's thick skin.

"Alright Sister Yue, jokes aside."

Gu Zhiyun's expression turned serious as she pointed at the mist-shrouded ten thousand stone steps before them, her voice tinged with pride.

"This Asking Heart Grand Formation is now completely set up."

"Not only does it incorporate the Dragon Crystals unique to your Great Xia as an energy source, but I also specifically added some variations of illusion Formations."

"Now, shouldn't we find someone to test the effects?"

After all, it was the first time setting up such a grand Formation targeting Heart-Nature on Blue Star. Although it was theoretically fine, she still needed to test it on-site to be sure.

"Of course!"

"We must test it! And test it thoroughly!"

Lin Xiyue's eyes lit up, and she immediately pulled out her communicator.

"Don't be in a hurry. How can only the two of us be present for such a moment of witnessing a miracle?"

"I'll call people over right now!"

After saying that, her fingers tapped quickly on the screen, sending out a group message.

Not long after.

Several voices came from the distance.

Li Zhanjun, Qin Ming, Zhang Zhenghua, Liu Jianshe, and Li Fan, who was carrying an iron sword, arrived at the scene one after another.

And behind them were two more people.

One was Lin Guohui, his face glowing with health.

And the other walking beside him, a middle-aged man wearing a simple, ancient robe with an elegant and easy-going temperament,

Was none other than Lin Mo's cheap Revered Master—Sikong Yang!

"Eh?"

"Uncle Sikong, you came with my dad to watch the fun too?"

Seeing Sikong Yang walking arm-in-arm with her own father like best brothers, Lin Xiyue blinked, not feeling surprised at all.

Since Sikong Yang was transported over, after a short period of adjustment, he quickly hit it off with Lin Guohui, his "In-law"... uh no, his disciple's father.

One was Lin Mo's father, and the other was Lin Mo's Revered Master.

Although their life backgrounds were worlds apart, their topics of conversation were surprisingly consistent—praising Lin Mo!

Over time, the two of them became like soulmates who regretted meeting so late, quickly becoming close friends who shared everything.

"Haha, after all, I am also a member of the academy now."

Hearing Lin Xiyue's greeting, Sikong Yang gave a gentle smile and looked at the majestic mountain gate before him, his eyes full of emotion.

"The academy is about to open, and this Heart Questioning Array is the key to selecting talent. As the vice academy master, I naturally have to pay more attention to this place."

That's right!

After arriving in Great Xia, following discussions between Lin Xiyue, Li Zhanjun, and others,

Sikong Yang also had an official position—vice academy master of Taibai Academy!

He was specifically responsible for assisting Lin Guohui in managing the daily cultivation affairs of the entire Taibai Academy!

"Tsk, that's right!"

Beside him, Lin Guohui also laughed and patted Sikong Yang on the shoulder, his face full of relief.

"I really need Brother Sikong to help me!"

"Everyone knows I'm just an ordinary person who started late. Although I hold the title of Academy Head, as for how to manage a Sect full of Cultivators... cough, a school, I'm truly in the dark!"

"I was so worried a while ago that my hair almost turned white."

"But since I've had Brother Sikong's experience and assistance, I finally feel completely at ease!"

Lin Guohui's words were from the bottom of his heart.

Who was Sikong Yang?

He was a Sect Master who had once managed a Sect properly!

Although the Qingxuan Sect was small, it was well-equipped, and his management experience was solid.

With such a "professional" as an assistant, Lin Guohui felt his backbone had stiffened quite a bit!

"Brother Guohui is too kind. From now on, we will support each other, and we will surely build this Taibai Academy into the number one academy in the heavens!"

Sikong Yang spoke modestly, but the light in his eyes showed that he was also excited about it.

In Great Xia, he no longer had to worry about being hunted by enemies, didn't have to worry about resources, and could continue to engage in the education career he excelled at, contributing his remaining energy.

This was simply the retirement life he had dreamed of!

"Alright, alright, you two elders, we can talk about the mutual flattery later."

Seeing that the two of them were about to start complimenting each other again, Lin Xiyue quickly interrupted.

She pointed to the ten thousand stone steps behind her and brought the topic back on track.

"The main reason I called everyone here is to inspect the results."

"The Heart Questioning Array is set up. Next, who is willing to be the first to test the waters?"

"To test the depth of this Dragon Gate Formation for our future students?"

Lin Xiyue's gaze scanned the crowd, her eyes full of expectation.

"This..."

Qin Ming and Li Zhanjun and the others looked at each other, all somewhat hesitant.

After all, they were older. Although their cultivation had improved, something like Heart-Nature,

Once the illusion stirred up past events, they feared they might not be able to come out for a while, which would be embarrassing.

But to say they would get trapped was also impossible.

Because they had all successfully cultivated the Nine Nether Demon Seeding Heart Sutra!

"Let me go first."

Just then, Li Fan, who had been silent, took a step forward and volunteered.

He looked around; everyone was either an elder or a girl. This kind of task of testing the Formation should naturally be carried by a young man like him.

Moreover, he also wanted to take this opportunity to temper his Sword Heart!

"Great!"

"Little Brother Li is indeed straightforward!"

Lin Xiyue's eyes lit up, and she immediately clapped her hands in praise.

"Good luck! I have high hopes for you!"

"Although this Formation will suppress spiritual energy and mainly test Heart-Nature, I believe that with your Sword Dao Will, it will definitely be no problem!"

"Go ahead!"

Under everyone's gaze, Li Fan took a deep breath, adjusted his state, and with the iron sword on his back,

He took a firm step and entered the mist-shrouded ten thousand stone steps.

Buzz!

As his figure disappeared into the mist, the Formation was instantly activated.

Everyone held their breath, eyes wide, staring intently in that direction, waiting to see what would happen next.

According to Gu Zhiyun's words, this Heart Questioning Array would stir up the deepest fears, desires, and obsessions in a person's heart.

Even for those with a firm mind, it would take some effort to walk out.

However.

One minute passed.

Two minutes... no, it hadn't even been a minute!

While everyone was still guessing what kind of trial Li Fan would encounter.

Tap, tap, tap... a steady and powerful sound of footsteps suddenly came from the mist.

Immediately after.

Li Fan's familiar figure, with a calm and even somewhat bewildered expression, walked out... from the other end of the Formation?!

He looked around, then at the dumbfounded crowd, scratched his head, and asked in confusion:

"Is it... over just like that?"

"I didn't feel any illusions?"

"Is the... Formation broken?"

As soon as these words were spoken.

The whole place fell silent.

Even Gu Zhiyun, the one who set up the Formation, had her mouth wide open, completely stunned!