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Chapter 766 - 436: The Oppressive Force from Xiao Huan! (6K for Monthly Pass)

Chapter 766: Chapter 436: The Oppressive Force from Xiao Huan! (6K for Monthly Pass)

Challenging the institution is a low EQ statement.

Red Sand Nation announced that it wished to have an exchange with the mentors of Torch Academy to learn from each other and make progress together.

This was a very international way of putting it, which posed no problems.

Some exchanges had taken place among the seven nations of the Great Domain of Yunhui, but they had never been so sudden or under such intense public scrutiny.

The Awakeners around the academy were astounded, but those from major forces and the more seasoned powerhouses were not particularly surprised.

"The structure of the Great Domain of Yunhui has been stable for a long time."

"If it were just a superpower or a super Oasis emerging, the seven nations might not care much. However, Torch Academy is different—its emergence is undoubtedly changing the situation in the Great Domain of Yunhui!"

"After all, the academy possesses unimaginably powerful training grounds, as well as equally formidable forces."

So spoke those with broader experience and knowledge.

Others nodded in realization and then, throwing their hands up, lent their spirited support to Torch Academy, condemning the shameless powerhouses of Red Sand Nation.

The monkey-faced vendor shook his head:

"I, too, hope Torch Academy can prevail, but if we analyze the situation rationally, it’s extremely disadvantageous for the academy at the moment."

He paused and continued, "Torch Academy isn’t short on legendary figures—there’s Roland of the Radiant Sword, Thousand-Handed Thunder Silk Luo Rui, and Wrathful King Ming Deng... First of all, let me clarify that the legends of the academy are really strong, but has anyone noticed something? All the mythic beings of Torch Academy are quite young; there are none who are elderly."

Those who had participated in multiple recruitment assessments were already familiar with the powerful mentors of Torch Academy.

A little reflection, and they discovered... it was indeed so!

Even the more senior legends like Ming Deng and Roland didn’t carry the air of age that came with the passage of time.

Continuing, the monkey-faced vendor said, "Without a doubt, the mentors of Torch Academy are extraordinary, but they’re too young, and that’s a significant disadvantage. How can a hundred-year-old legend compare with those who have cultivated for several hundred years?"

"And as for Red Sand Nation’s Hand of Quicksand, Wall of Yellow Sand, and Red Sand Lion, they’re all powerhouses from the previous generation and direct descendants of the Red Sand Nation’s royal family, with well-established reputations."

As the monkey-faced vendor spoke, the surrounding Awakeners who were unfamiliar with these three titles suddenly realized: it wasn’t that these three characters weren’t famous, but rather when they’d made their names, the listeners themselves hadn’t been born, and by the time they became active, these heavyweights had long since become old legends in the world of martial arts.

"So, does that mean Torch Academy is in danger?"

"Not necessarily, at worst they’ll only be defeated in the exchange of blows. Under the watchful eyes of all, the legends of Red Sand Nation likely won’t dare do anything drastic, and besides, this is Torch Academy’s territory, protected by numerous defensive arrays."

"Uh, knowing they’re outmatched, will Torch Academy refuse Red Sand Nation’s offer to exchange blows?"

Someone suggested.

If it were them, knowing they’d be defeated, they certainly wouldn’t accept the challenge.

They supported Torch Academy in spirit, but if this challenge match didn’t happen, and they missed out on the entertainment, they would be somewhat disappointed.

Stroking his chin, the monkey-faced vendor said, "Torch Academy... is unlikely to refuse, or rather... they can’t refuse."

...

"When you’re in the mix, face and reputation are everything."

Within the interior of a massive, pyramid-shaped aircraft, a figure gazed out at the grand doors of Torch Academy.

Indeed, he admitted that he coveted Torch Academy’s training facilities and Land of Inheritance. Having those, Red Sand Nation could cultivate more legends, allowing the existing ones to reach new heights, and possibly even birth a new Demigod.

But he would rather apply pressure using his influence and status than stoop to underhanded means of acquisition.

That was his pride, as well as his confidence.

He was confident that Red Sand Nation would not lose this exchange, and this probing was just the beginning.

"But it has to be acknowledged that Torch Academy, with its enviable training heritage, is also rich in talent! If they could develop for a few hundred to a thousand years more, it’s not impossible for them to catch up with us, the seven great nations."

Based on various clues, the intelligence department of Red Sand Nation determined that the entire Secret Realm of Torch Academy, including its variety of training grounds, belonged to a ’Candela Inheritance’.

And the time Torch Academy had acquired this Inheritance Realm wasn’t long.

No more than a hundred years.

Furthermore, Torch Academy’s predecessor wasn’t an Oasis power but rather a mercenary group, a guild or some secret organization without a steady stream of new talent. That was why they were understaffed and had no choice but to recruit externally in the form of students.

However, as far as the high command of Red Sand Nation was concerned, Torch Academy was too hasty.

If it were up to them, they would choose a secluded Great Domain, occupy an Oasis, and focus on cultivation for hundreds or thousands of years before reemerging.

Indeed, a young power with over ten legends could hardly withstand centuries of obscurity.

Legends are human too.

Legends too seek fame.

"Not just today, but you will witness the tremendous accumulation of old legends and a power far surpassing that of young legends."

...

Outside the Palace gates that connected to the Secret Realm, one silhouette after another stepped out from Torch Academy.

The students were seething with indignation, especially those from humble origins with no clear path to advancement.

Mage Ming Deng, Luo Rui, and others maintained calm expressions, but their chests were ablaze with the will to fight.

"I’ve long heard that the Great Domain of Yunhui is the pinnacle of human strength, with Red Sand Nation being one of its representative powers. Let me see for myself what they are capable of."