Chapter 36: Seat Occupation!

Northern Region.

Compared to the Southern Region, the Cangdao Academy here is more prosperous.

This was the first impression it gave to Ye Qiubai and his group.

There were numerous disciples, and within the academy, there were various secret realms.

However, unlike the Southern Region,

the Cangdao Academy in the Northern Region had a more oppressive atmosphere.

The Confucian Academy Elder explained, "The Cangdao Academy in the Northern Region follows the principle of survival of the fittest."

"Here, if you fall behind even a little, you will be eliminated."

Upon hearing this, everyone understood.

In such a high-pressure environment, it was normal for the academy to be consistently strong and always rank first.

However, Ye Qiubai preferred the atmosphere of the Cangdao Academy in the Southern Region.

Discussing martial arts and exchanging understandings through sparring.

It felt very peaceful.

At this moment, a few elders approached them.

Leading them was an elder with long eyebrows and a long beard.

He made a slight bow and pulled out a smile, saying, "Welcome, everyone. Your accommodations have been arranged. Please follow me."

This man was Nie Qing, the Confucian Academy Elder of the Cangdao Academy in the Northern Region.

This was explained by the Martial Hall Elder.

As they headed to their accommodations, some people from the Cangdao Academy in the Northern Region whispered nearby.

Their words were full of disdain.

"These people are from that barbaric land in the Southern Region, right?"

"Yes, they're here for the Four Regions Academy Exchange."

"With just them? Their cultivation levels don't even seem to be higher than mine. I doubt we even need Senior Brother Jian to deal with them."

Their voices were clearly heard by everyone.

Huo Qingming's face turned angry, "They're looking down on us too much!"

Xin Hongyi also drew her sword, her face cold, "I want to see just how strong they really are."

Lin Ce's face was also very unpleasant.

Only Huang Yuan said calmly, "There's no need to argue over this now. Save your strength for tomorrow's martial arts exchange."

Hearing this, Huo Qingming snorted coldly and suppressed his anger.

Xin Hongyi, however, did not listen and was about to step forward when Ye Qiubai pulled her back.

"There's really no need. We'll use our strength to slap their faces tomorrow."

Upon hearing this, Xin Hongyi finally put away her sword.

Huang Yuan glanced at Ye Qiubai more intently.

Earlier, his own words had no effect, but Ye Qiubai's words immediately worked...

The group arrived at their accommodations.

The Cangdao Academy in the Northern Region did not play any dirty tricks and provided decent lodgings.

"Tomorrow is the martial arts exchange, please rest well tonight."

After saying this, Nie Qing left.

The Confucian Academy Elder and the Martial Hall Elder also followed him, obviously to discuss something.

As for Qin Tiannan, he left after entering the Northern Region.

Seeing the two elders leave, Huo Qingming cursed angrily, "Such arrogance! Just because they've won first place a few times, this time we'll take them down!"

Lin Ce said with a grim face, "Tomorrow, the truth will come out in our battles."

Ye Qiubai shrugged, about to return to his cultivation.

Just then, another group pushed open the courtyard gate and walked in without greeting.

"Who are you?"

Zhong Wu frowned slightly and said, "Don't you have any manners?"

A tall and thin man among them sneered, "What manners do we need with southern barbarians?"

"You!"

Huang Yuan held back Huo Qingming and stepped forward, "If you are here just to provoke us, there's no need."

The leader of the group gave the tall, thin man a cold look.

Seeing this, the tall, thin man closed his mouth.

"Apologies, everyone. My junior was too rash."

"We are here to invite you to a banquet."

"Tonight's banquet will host the talents from the Four Regions Academies, allowing everyone to get to know the young elites from the four regions."

Huang Yuan pondered for a moment and looked at the others.

It was clear he was seeking the opinions of Ye Qiubai and the rest.

Huo Qingming snorted coldly and said nothing.

Xin Hongyi, seeing Ye Qiubai nod, also nodded.

Zhong Wu and Lin Ce had no objections.

Only then did Huang Yuan say, "Alright, we will attend the banquet tonight."

Seeing this, the man nodded in satisfaction. "We look forward to your presence."

With that, the group left.

Lin Ce calmly said, "This banquet is likely a Hongmen Banquet, intended to assess the strength of each region."

Zhong Wu nodded in agreement. "That's probably their goal. There will likely be opportunities to display our strength."

Huang Yuan also said, "Try to keep your trump cards hidden and focus on the exchange. If we end up last again, the Cangdao Academy in the Southern Region might be taken over by others."

If they ranked last several times, the main academy would send someone else to take over.

At that point, Qin Tiannan would also face punishment.

This was something none of them wanted to see.

So, upon hearing these words, even the most impulsive Huo Qingming nodded solemnly.

Huang Yuan looked at Ye Qiubai and said, "Also, there might be people from the Sunset Dynasty at the banquet. You must control yourself."

Ye Qiubai's situation was no secret.

After all, it had spread throughout Tianyuan City, and anyone who inquired a little could learn the whole story.

Ye Qiubai's calm expression faltered slightly, and he lowered his gaze without speaking.

Seeing this, Huang Yuan said no more.

After all, even his own master praised Ye Qiubai's talent highly.

Time fast-forwarded to the evening.

Huang Yuan and the others went to the banquet.

The banquet was held in the Martial Hall.

At this moment, the Martial Hall had around a hundred tables and chairs set up, each table adorned with various types of food.

However, anyone paying attention could notice a pattern.

The closer the tables were to the back, the simpler the food became!

The closer to the head table, the more exquisite the food!

Zhong Wu couldn't help but chuckle, "Looks like there's a special event planned."

Just as he finished speaking, a group of people walked over.

"Everyone should have seen the tables and chairs in front of you. Sit wherever you like based on what you want to eat."

"Of course, the seats are earned. If more than one person wants the same table, you'll need to work it out amongst yourselves."

His words were ambiguous, but everyone present understood the implication.

If two people wanted the same table, they would have to fight for it!

Whoever won would have the right to sit and eat!

After saying this, the man took a seat at the head table and smiled, "Of course, if you want to eat at my table, you're welcome to try, as long as you have the strength to match."

"Alright, everyone, take your seats."

At first, no one moved.

However, after only a few seconds, a man stepped forward with a laugh and said, "Since everyone is being so polite, I'll take the initiative."

With that, he leaped to a seat just below the head table!

He sat down with a thud.

"If anyone wants this table, they can come now."

Seeing this, others began stepping forward and taking seats.

For now, no one was trying to take anyone else's spot!