[CHAPTER 29: Liyue Academy]
The receptionist was an "Elder" sister who appeared to be in her early twenties.
After sizing up Bei Bei and the other two, she remarked, "I think you three are under 20 years old, right?"
Upon hearing this, Bei Bei, Tang Ya, and Huo Yuhao nodded. Bei Bei, the oldest among them, was only fifteen or sixteen years old, so it was impossible for him to be twenty.
Seeing this, the receptionist continued, "If you want to become stronger, you three can consider joining our Liyue Academy. This is an academy founded by the Martial God and supported by the Liyue Seven Stars and the Nine Treasures Liuli Sect."
At this point, the receptionist paused and added, "Unlike the Soul Master Academy, Liyue Academy not only teaches soul masters but also educates ordinary people on how to survive."
"There are wealthy businessmen who discuss commerce, chefs who teach cooking, and..."
"Liyue Academy has everything you need. As long as you are a resident of Liyue, you can study there for free!"
After saying this, the "elder" sister looked proud, as if she felt honored.
She was also a member of Liyue Academy, studying etiquette and mathematics.
What surprised her was that occasionally, members of the Seven Stars would come to the academy to teach!
These are the most influential figures among the wealthy businessmen.
If one can learn some knowledge from them, they will never have to worry about food and drink in their lifetime!
For most ordinary people, this knowledge is more valuable than that of soul masters.
After all, without innate soul power, one cannot become a soul master, and learning soul master knowledge is mostly futile.
However, learning other skills is different.
Upon hearing this, Bei Bei's eyes twitched, and he looked somewhat confused.
He wasn't familiar with the Seven Stars of Liyue, but the Nine Treasures Glazed Sect...
Could it be that the Nine Treasures Glazed Sect is involved in Liyue's academy?
What a remarkable Nine Treasures Glazed Sect!
"What if it's an outsider?" Tang Ya touched her chin and asked seriously.
To enroll in Shrek, one needs to pay ten gold soul coins, which is an old tradition of Shrek Academy.
But Liyue Academy is free for Liyue residents?
"Outsiders can sit in on the lectures, but they will be charged for food and accommodation," the "Elder" sister replied without hesitation.
Bei Bei and the others were stunned again. They only charge for food and accommodation?
"Can we take a look around first and then decide?" Huo Yuhao stepped forward and said solemnly.
He didn't know what choice Tang Ya and Bei Bei would make, but he was genuinely moved at this moment.
There are so many benefits just by becoming a resident of Liyue!
If he had not met Tang Ya and Bei Bei, he would have joined Liyue without hesitation and settled here!
"Of course, I will show you three around Liyue Academy!" the receptionist said with a smile, then made a gesture of invitation and led the way.
The framework of Liyue Harbor had just been completed, and now the entire street was almost filled with people doing renovations or stocking goods, waiting for the official opening.
Soon, the group of four arrived at Liyue Academy. Just by looking at the entrance, they could sense that this was an ancient academy.
The academy did not cover a large area but was divided into many sections.
"This..." The three of them were stunned and slightly confused.
Having seen the world-renowned Shrek Academy, it was a bit hard to adjust to the "small" Liyue Academy.
This place seemed too small to be a suitable location for teaching.
As if sensing the confusion of Huo Yuhao and the others, the receptionist simply smiled and did not say much.
There were no dormitory buildings in Liyue Academy, nor any unnecessary facilities.
Apart from the libraries, the teaching building consisted of a single classroom that could accommodate a thousand people.
The teaching here differed from that of ordinary academies.
A course might only be offered once every two to three days.
For example, from 8 to 10 in the morning, they discussed business, and from 10:30 to 12:00, they covered cooking... Those who were interested would naturally come to learn, while those who were not could simply skip the class.
Liyue Academy was not a closed institution.
The courses were streamlined, and students could return home after class, so there was no need for dormitory buildings.
The receptionist seemed to recall something.
She glanced at the sky and said to Huo Yuhao and the other two, "You've come at the right time. This is the period for imparting knowledge to soul masters. I'll take you to have a look."
Huo Yuhao and the other two exchanged glances.
Though still puzzled, they followed the receptionist and walked toward the classroom.
The academy was not large to begin with, and the sound soon reached the ears of the four.
"For a soul master, the body is everything. Whether it's absorbing soul rings, engaging in combat, or escaping, a strong physique is crucial."
"Of course, today is different from the past. The emergence of soul tools has altered traditional practices..."
"I once personally hunted down a ninth-level soul engineer. His physique was inferior, far from matching mine. However, he wielded a ninth-level flying soul tool, and I couldn't catch up to him!"
"But think about it this way. With my strong body and soul power, combined with a ninth-level soul tool, I would be on equal footing with him. With the same equipment, I would undoubtedly be stronger!"
"I've said all this to emphasize that whether you're a soul master or a soul engineer, physical fitness is of utmost importance!"
"As for methods to improve physical fitness, I'll explain them in the next class. I need to prepare some materials to help you better understand the scientific approach to physical training..."
Huo Yuhao, Bei Bei, and Tang Ya: "..."
Who was this person teaching? Why did the explanation cut off at the crucial moment?
Bei Bei and Huo Yuhao exchanged looks. They didn't seem to have any objections to soul tools.
After hearing the teacher's "experience," the two of them began to grasp the significance of soul tools.
Upon reflection, what the "teacher" said made sense.
If they had possessed an identical ninth-level flying soul tool while hunting down that ninth-level soul engineer, wouldn't it have been easier to capture the target with their superior physical strength?
Hunting down a ninth-level soul engineer...
The one teaching was a Titled Douluo!
"Teacher Wu, please continue. The next class won't start until three days later!"
"Yes, Mr. Wu, please tell us more!"
"I thought the emergence of soul tools would change the role of soul masters, and that traditional auxiliary soul masters would rise to prominence. I didn't expect... the hierarchy among high-level soul masters to remain unchanged."
Exactly. If you have the same soul tool, the previous dynamics won't shift.
"I'm not the type to keep you late. Go back and digest what you've learned. If you have any questions, ask them in the next class. That's all for today."
Teacher Wu?
He was Elder Wu Yun from the Nine Treasures Glazed Sect.
Teaching here was simply his personal wish, to share his experience and theoretical knowledge with others.
Liyue Academy was just that, an academy, a place for teaching and answering questions.
If you had no doubts or questions, it didn't matter if you didn't attend