Chapter 1265: Chapter 1265: Time to Show Your Edge
"We have arrived at Heavenly Hidden Academy."
Elder Hei Xuan waved his hand, signaling the academy’s team to halt.
Ahead lay the mountain gate of Heavenly Hidden Academy.
Beyond the gate, a towering mountain stretched across the sky like a natural barrier.
Soaring high into the clouds, formations were naturally present, with jet-black iron chains crossing among them.
Magnificent, vast, shrouded in mist, with an immortal breeze whispering through.
The First Academy of the Central Region truly stood out in grandeur.
Just this first glance was enough to leave one in awe, drawing attention.
Only Xiao Yi, with piercing eyes, gazed past that towering mountain, fixing his sight on a farther peak.
Heavenly Hidden Mountain Peak.
The highest peak of Heavenly Hidden Academy.
He had once crossed the Xuan Lock Chain, braved the Sky-reaching Formation, and stood there, overlooking the entire Heavenly Hidden Academy.
But at that time, he was on the peak to do so.
He had once said that one day, he would rely on his own strength to ascend above that peak and gaze upon the earth below.
Unfortunately, to this day, he had yet to achieve it.
However, two years later, he was no longer in the Heavenly Extreme Realm, no longer the youth who could be bullied by any Saint Realm Martial Artist.
Now, he could slay a Saint Emperor Realm as easily as killing a chicken.
Elder Yun Yuan discreetly glanced at Xiao Yi.
No, to be precise, he looked at the sharpness in Xiao Yi’s eyes.
"I checked your information at the academy a few days ago."
"You’ve been at Black Cloud Academy for nearly two years, right?"
Elder Yun Yuan asked mildly.
In fact, Elder Yun Yuan rarely involved himself in academy matters, and didn’t even recognize all the academic disciples.
Except when a disciple needed to exchange for Academic Task Points and required his guidance, he was mostly in seclusion.
He mentioned a few days ago because it was only then that he learned of this disciple named Xiao Yi from the academy.
The "few days ago" was exactly when he returned to the academy from the Four-direction Territory and wanted to check on the information of the academic disciple who had "falsely died" under his hand.
"Yes," Xiao Yi nodded.
"Two years," Elder Yun Yuan said with satisfaction, "growing from the mere Heavenly Extreme Realm to a Saint King Realm powerhouse now."
"In terms of cultivation improvement, it’s not that remarkable."
"But those achievements are enough to surprise anyone."
"Surprise?" Xiao Yi chuckled, finding Elder Yun Yuan’s description somewhat inexplicable.
Elder Yun Yuan’s expression turned serious, "Traveling for two months, talking with you for two months."
"I initially did not understand why a supreme sword cultivator, who should be showing his sharpness, would act so mature and composed, even appearing cautious in everything."
"Now, I understand." Elder Yun Yuan looked towards the distant towering mountain.
Xiao Yi smiled without saying a word.
Elder Yun Yuan withdrew his gaze and looked at Xiao Yi, "In your heart, there’s a mountain pressing down."
"Perhaps it’s not this one in front of you, perhaps it’s one somewhere in the Central Region, or even higher than this one."
"But, it’s definitely heavy."
Xiao Yi continued to smile, saying nothing.
Elder Yun Yuan’s expression turned serious, "You are not like me; you are still young and can fully reveal your own sharpness."
"As for other concerns, those are things that only the old folks need to worry about."
"Like the Vice Dean, or the various elders within the academy."
Xiao Yi showed a moment of realization, no wonder he felt Elder Yun Yuan’s words were somewhat inexplicable.
Elder Yun Yuan said he had been in Black Cloud Academy for nearly two years.
In fact, what he meant was that Xiao Yi had been away from Heavenly Hidden Academy for the same amount of time.
Indeed, after leaving Heavenly Hidden Academy, Xiao Yi directly entered Black Cloud Academy under the Vice Dean’s guidance.
The time spent at Black Cloud Academy equaled the time since leaving Heavenly Hidden Academy.
Elder Yun Yuan said he had a mountain in his heart, perhaps not the one in front of him, but perhaps one in the Central Region.
In truth, Elder Yun Yuan’s words were not complete.
But Xiao Yi understood.
Even if it’s not the one in front of him, he could start to reveal his own sharpness from this very one.
He didn’t need to worry because behind him stood Black Cloud Academy.
Sometimes, words do not need to be said directly, understanding is enough.
"Thank you, Elder Yun Yuan." Xiao Yi smiled, not saying much more.
"As always, no need to thank me." Elder Yun Yuan shook his head.
"I am the supervising elder, having brought you here, and will take you back as well."
"But..." Elder Yun Yuan gazed seriously at Xiao Yi, "I hope to see a truly sharp sword not obscured by any mountain."
"Even if you cannot currently cleave this mountain, you can shake it and let your brilliance shine."
"I understand." Xiao Yi nodded with a smile, "Then what about Elder Yun Yuan’s sword?"
Xiao Yi didn’t clearly say.
But Elder Yun Yuan understood.
"My sword?" Elder Yun Yuan chuckled, "Though my sword’s edge is concealed, no mountain can pin it down."
"I simply hide it within the clouds, bury it inside my heart."
"Oh," Xiao Yi laughed softly, "it seems Elder Yun Yuan is even more formidable than I imagined."
"Oh?" Elder Yun Yuan replied in a surprised tone, "You seem to understand my intent?"
"I do." Xiao Yi lightly laughed, "I hope there will be a chance to witness it."
"Haha." Elder Yun Yuan nodded, "No wonder the Vice Dean thinks so highly of you."
"I suppose there’s no need for me to say much more."
Elder Yun Yuan maintained a soft tone while speaking, but now, a smile of appreciation appeared.
"Still, thank Elder Yun Yuan for his kindness," Xiao Yi said sincerely.
Whoosh...
At this moment, a figure broke through the sky from the towering mountain in the distance.
"Is this the team from Black Cloud Academy?"
The figure stopped flying and immediately asked.
Elder Hei Xuan took a step forward, nodded, and presented the academy token in his hand.
The newcomer accepted the token, nodded, "With the grand event about to start, teams from various academies have come."
"Our Heavenly Hidden Academy is busy with hosting, so any neglect, please forgive."
"You’re too kind." Elder Hei Xuan waved his hand.
The newcomer was a deacon of Heavenly Hidden Academy.
Subsequently, guided the academy team into Heavenly Hidden Academy.
Before long, the academy team flew past the towering mountain and landed on a peak adjacent to Heavenly Hidden Mountain.
On the mountain, exquisite pavilions and towers, not overly luxurious but elegantly arranged.
"The Heaven and Earth Spiritual Energy is so dense." Several academic disciples were stunned.
The Heaven and Earth Spiritual Energy atop the mountain was indeed incredibly dense.
The academy deacon smiled, "Our Heavenly Hidden Academy is surrounded by peaks, some towering, some unique."
"With this mountain as the primary, the surrounding four peaks, known as Five Spirit Peak, is where we host our guests."
"And this mountain is the head of Five Spirit Peak, the peak where spiritual energy is most abundant."
Saying this, the academy deacon led the academic team to a building, "This area is where the Black Cloud Academy resides during the event."
"The Martial Arts teachers of Black Cloud Academy may arrange as they see fit."
"If there’s anything else you need, you can come to find me."
"Thank you," Elder Hei Xuan cupped his fists.
"You’re welcome." The academy deacon cupped his fists back and turned to leave.
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First update.
