Chapter 61: Crimson Sea Academy
Chapter 61: Crimson Sea Academy
“Well, well? Doesn’t this just make things for us far more convenient in the future?” Kali’s eyes showed genuine interest.
She may have the utmost disdain for nearly everything on this mortal planet. But an organization consisting of only fable World Spirit Masters is certainly numerous steps above any powerful Mortal Sect!
And Cain was in the exact same agreement. His interest grew with each passing second.
The book detailed that the World Spirit Master Branch is an organization entirely separated from all Martial cultivation powers.
This place was comprised of only World Spirit Masters, and all of them have quite the loft status.
The numbers in the World Spirit Master Branch are far lower than most Sects within the City. But what they lack in numbers, they made then made up for it within influence, wealth, and power.
Even down to 1st Class World Spirit Master, they have statuses higher than most highly talented geniuses.
The sheer might of this organization is even more majestic than the domineering Azure Lightning Sect!
No other Martial organization, whether it’s the City Lord himself or the mighty Azure Lightning Sect, dares to make an enemy out of them.
‘And considering these guys’ abilities, I can see why. Hell, our Imperial Palace places the utmost importance on them. So now the question is should we join them no or later….’ Cain quietly mused to himself.
Undoubtedly he and Kali would enjoy numerous benefits on joining the World Spirit Master Branch now. By becoming one, they would essentially be highly difficult to touch.
And this utmost protection wasn’t only because of the World Spirit Masters’s strength.
It is said that the World Spirit Master Branch has an incredibly deep background backing them up.
Whoever or whatever is backing this organization up is said to be at a level only Sage Core experts wouldn’t dare to mess around with.
Considering this exclusive backing, their reputation being fearsome is to be expected.
The World Spirit Master Branch has a reputation similar to Azure Lightning Sect, though not to their extreme level of arrogance.
Simply put, if one is willing to pay the price, the World Spirit Master Branch can undoubtedly get it done.
And if one foolishly decides to become an enemy, they will become terrifyingly cruel. It is known this organization will never let anyone off, no matter their backing or personal strength.
Considering all of this fantastic status, it seemed like a no-brainer to become World Spirit Masters.
But….Cain felt very strange about it. Deep within his soul, he can feel himself disagreeing about this subject.
Although it’s literally their best option, choosing the easy way out just didn’t sit well with Cain at all. His brows furrowed a bit as he thought, ‘Don’t tell me….is my Draconic heritage really influencing me that much? But even so, I’m sure any mighty and proud Dragons would bask in the respect and power of being a World Spirit Master. So….is it really just me….?’
Subconsciously, Cain tossed his gaze over to Kali. Upon doing so, he had nearly let out a wry sigh.
Just like he thought, Kali’s initial excitement soon turned into a deep contemplating look. Then, after only a few moments, it morphed into her usual slight ego-filled smirk.
That expression just told everything Cain needed to know about that decision.
Her confident stride, indifferent eyes, and superior expression would genuinely make any average cultivator wan beneath her.
Still, despite knowing her thoughts, Cain wanted to hear it directly from the source. So he decided to ask, “Want to join this place after we make a huge name for ourselves in the Crimson Sea Academy?”
“Hehe~, know me so well, brother.” Kali gave Cain a pearly white smile as she then continued to say, “Besides, it’s not like we’re purely doing it out of our own interest. Once we have a lofty genies status within the Academy, it’ll only add a layer of protection. Furthermore, even within the Branch guild, we can make sure other World Spirit Masters back off from us since we’re not some no-name nobodies. Plus, we still need to hone our Martial Cultivation. And that is obviously far better suited within a Martial organization.”
Cain paused for only a moment before nodding to Kali’s explanation. He kept his thoughts to himself, but he kind of didn’t expect Kali to have a detailed explanation.
Cain could admit to himself that he believed Kali only had battle and pride mainly on the mind. But as soon he thought so, he promptly squashed that idea.
When looking back on it, Kali was the one who initially came up with most of the plan to silently leave their Imperial Palace.
She also was the one to make a critical and accurate judgment over the Sword Genius Qiu Lan.
Indeed, if she wants to, Kali could be just as much of a leader as him.
But the fact that Kali regulates herself to following nearly everything he says leads Cain to almost forget this fact.
Although considering his outright broken abilities, Cain also sees why she does so, even barring her utmost love for him.
“In any case, after this, we’ll change our clothes and prepare ourselves for tomorrow. Luckily, we came on the day when the annual entrance exams for the Academy began. And also, Kali. At least try not to put that much ire upon us.” Cain said while closing up the book.
“Hmph!” Kali defiantly snorted in response. “In the end, our cultivation rises far quicker than even the peak talented lower realm geniuses. It won’t take long at all for us to surpass all though who would want to seek trouble with us.”
“Well….I guess you’re right. Still, be careful just for caution. We won’t have excellent protection until we get famous and join the Branch guild.” It really wasn’t like Cain could reasonably dispute Kali’s points.
Their cultivation speed is simply freakish, even among God Galaxies. And in this environment, it’ll sure to explosively grow even more.
The only thing Cain wondered about was the sheer coincidence that Crimson Sea Academy was having their exam right when they came to the City.
These exams only happen every six months, and many youthful talents take the whole other six months to properly prepare.
And here they were, just catching the exam on time.
Before his thoughts could divulge any further, Cain quickly dismissed any bubbling theories in his mind. He instead put his entire focus on properly adjusting his mental state along with Kali.
….
The next day.
At the east district of Azure Lightning City, here held one of the grandest sites within the whole City.
This place expanded for dozens of miles, reaching far into the horizon, making it seem like this organization has no end.
The inter-connected buildings were comprised of the finest materials and designed in hypnotic oceanic blue coloring, emitting an aura of natural peace. Anyone who was to gaze upon this site would be instilled with a sense of calmness.
This place was the Crimson Sea Academy.
And today, a significant annual event was occurring within the Academy. Yes, this was the time for their annual entrance exams to begin!
These exams are one of the top events within the whole of Azure Lightning City!
Hundreds of aspiring youths, coming from all kinds of Clans and Families backgrounds, participate in these exams for a chance to join this prestigious Academy.
Everyone in Azure Lightning City knows of the immense benefit of joining the Crimson Sea Academy. It was a temptation not even high-level Families or Clans could possibly ignore.
The power one can obtain at the Crimson Sea Academy wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say it’s quite literally a life change.
As for where the exam is being held, it is in an enormous courtyard just right next to Crimson Sea Academy.
Hundreds of all kinds of youthful cultivators gathered here and were orderly sorted into a single straight line, waiting to take on the first text.
And within this long line were two youths who wore plain black clothes.
These youths didn’t exude a particularly strong aura, but their faces had a beautiful appearance that didn’t match their ordinary clothes at all.
These two were Cain and Kali.
Excitement and blood-pumping anticipation were running through the hundreds of youths there. And yet, Cain and Kali were incomparably calm.
Kali was indifferently gazing around while Cain was taking note of the intricate design of this massive courtyard.
Cain was genuinely intrigued about everything regarding this courtyard. Even when he extended his Spirit Sense far out for several miles, he still couldn’t tell what the borders were.
Fitting hundreds of people within the courtyard was an effortless task here.
As for the design and feel of this place, Cain felt it was truly magical.
The ground here was all-natural, being a prosperous grassy field. Spring blooming trees were placed all around in the courtyard, extending high into the skies, casting long shadows onto the ground.
It was like stepping into a garden blessed by earthly deities.
The air also complemented the natural feel. Within this courtyard, the Qi energy was incomparably richer. It was far richer than the general City or even Cain’s previous hotel inn room.
Merely just cultivating here would significantly enhance anyone’s cultivation. Simply breathing the air could relax one’s impure pores, passively cleansing them without even noticing.
“You know, despite the numerous of commons, I’m slightly surprised there are as many Nascent youths here. I truly thought it would be mainly peak Spirit Opening and some first-level Nascent here.”
Kali quietly muttered to Cain with a faint pang of interest. Because of the high rumbling noise from other youths, nobody else had heard her.
But Cain could perfectly make out her voice no matter the noise. Of course, this was also attrited to the fact that they were right next to each other.
Curling his eyebrows as he looked around their competition, Cain said, “I suppose it would also make sense. If it’s just reaching the Nascent level, this City has more variety of means than the Tribal Domain. Though, who knows if their shortcut benefits are truly worth it.”