86: Go to the inner courtyard

On the square.

There was a sea of people.

Besides those heading to the Inner Academy, there were also other students who came to see them off.

On Lin Xiu's side, not only Lin Dun, Han Pu, and Qin Zhi were there, but even Xiao Ning, Xiao Yu, and Xiao Mei were present.

Compared to the former, the latter three had somewhat complex expressions.

Especially Xiao Mei.

Seeing Lin Xiu's rapid strength improvement in just over a year, and even securing a top-five spot in the Inner Courtyard Selection Competition.

She became even more convinced that her initial judgment was correct.

However, though the falling flowers desired the flowing water, the flowing water was indifferent; she still didn't seize this opportunity.

Lin Xiu was conversing with Lin Dun and others when he suddenly felt a gaze fall upon him.

He turned his head to look.

Towards the back of the crowd, Bai Shan was coldly staring at him.

Their gazes met, and Bai Shan gave a cold smile, his lips carrying a hint of inexplicable meaning.

“Still thinking of me?”

Lin Xiu was startled; was his charm that great?

However.

He was about to enter the Inner Academy, so he wouldn't have a chance to teach him a lesson, but if Bai Shan continued to cause trouble, next year's Fire Energy Hunting Competition could offer him a big surprise.

In the original work, Bai Shan followed Xiao Yan and took many advantages along the way, but when facing the Black Fiends Team, he abandoned them and fled.

“Brother Xiu, Brother Xiu.”

Hearing Lin Dun's voice, Lin Xiu snapped back to reality and, following his pointer, saw Wu Hao approaching.

“Something wrong?” Lin Xiu looked at the young man standing before him.

As soon as he got close, the thick scent of blood on him permeated the air.

“Are you interested in joining the Enforcement Team?” As soon as Wu Hao finished speaking, the expressions of Han Pu, Qin Zhi, and others nearby changed.

Canaan Academy was broadly divided into two parts.

Students and special departments.

Among them, the Enforcement Team and the Alchemy Department were such special departments.

Members of these departments, if they wanted to join the Inner Academy, could completely bypass the Inner Courtyard Selection Competition.

Xiu Yan was a member of the Enforcement Team, but the reason he participated was for a chance to enter the Hidden Scripture Pavilion.

“What are the benefits?”

After a slight pause, Lin Xiu inquired.

“It can ensure you aren't bullied in the Inner Academy.” Wu Hao's words were very direct.

He saw Lin Xiu raise an eyebrow, thought for a moment, and then explained: “The Inner Academy doesn't prohibit private duels, so the forces within are complex and factions are numerous. With your personality, you'll definitely get into trouble. Joining the Enforcement Team can give you a more peaceful Cultivate environment.”

“I'll consider it.” Lin Xiu showed a hint of curiosity on his face, “Is inviting me your idea? Or…?”

“It's our leader's intention.” Wu Hao's mind flashed back to the conversation he had with his godfather after the competition that day.

Wu Hao himself was an orphan, picked up and raised by Wu Tianlang of the Enforcement Team.

In Wu Tianlang's eyes, Wu Hao was very outstanding, and given time, his achievements would not be low.

However.

Wu Tianlang didn't expect that Xiu Yan, whom he once favored, would lose, and moreover, lose in terms of raw power to a new student. This made him consider something.

The Enforcement Team was established to maintain the stability of Canaan Academy in the Black-Corner Region, eliminating anyone with malicious intent towards Canaan Academy.

Such a team needed strong individuals, and Lin Xiu was very strong, both in terms of strength and combat experience.

“I understand.” Lin Xiu nodded again, not rushing to agree.

Seeing this, Wu Hao seemed to have completed his mission and didn't press for an answer, turning to leave.

“Junior Brother, what a great opportunity, why are you still hesitating?” Before Wu Hao walked too far, Han Pu eagerly said.

Qin Zhi also echoed: “The leader of the Enforcement Team holds a position no less significant than the Dean. He personally invited you, yet you're still hesitating about such an opportunity.”

The two wished they could agree on Lin Xiu's behalf.

Beside them, Lin Dun also looked puzzled. Having been at the Academy for a year, he had transformed from knowing nothing to understanding many internal matters.

Among them, the Enforcement Team held immense power, capable of directly bypassing Elders and instructors to apprehend students.

Such a team sometimes even made Elders wary.

For Lin Xiu, who was about to enter the Inner Academy and go to an unfamiliar place, this was a huge reliance.

“What are you all rushing for? I'm not even in a hurry. Besides, I haven't refused, just considering it. Is there a problem?” Lin Xiu said with a smile.

He could feel their concern, but he wasn't so weak as to need to rely on others.

At this moment, Hu Qian arrived with a group of Elders, and numerous griffins descended from the sky.

The journey to the Inner Academy was about to begin.

“That's enough talk. You all Cultivate well and strive to enter the Inner Academy next year.” After greeting the three, Lin Xiu went to gather with the others.

“Alas, Junior Brother's life is pretty much like my dream.” Han Pu sighed, looking at Lin Xiu's retreating figure, his eyes filled with intense envy.

Entering the Inner Academy would involve flying on griffins for a period of time.

Because the Inner Academy and Outer Academy were not in the same location.

Each griffin's back had several seats.

Hu Qian had a rather good impression of Lin Xiu and called him over.

Seeing this, Lin Xiu called over his two teammates.

“Dean.”

Su Xiao and Leng Bai didn't expect to have such close contact with the Dean, and both were a bit reserved.

It was somewhat different from Lin Xiu's natural demeanor.

“There are two more seats here.”

Hu Qian nodded slightly and looked at Lin Xiu, “Find two more people, preferably strong ones. Trust me, you'll understand once you enter the Inner Academy.”

He wanted to say something but was worried about breaking the rules.

Hu Qian's words were somewhat veiled.

“Senior Brother Xiu Yan, Senior Brother Du.”

However, Lin Xiu didn't have so many thoughts. As if ignoring Hu Qian's reminder, he called out to two people he was more familiar with.

As for Xiu Yan, Hu Qian still acknowledged his strength, thinking Lin Xiu had taken his reminder to heart.

But.

Seeing Lin Xiu call Du Chaoping, Hu Qian was immediately stunned.

A student who wasn't even a Great Fighter? Was he not going to be a burden?

At this moment, Su Xiao saw Lin Xiu call Du Chaoping and frowned slightly, but said nothing.

“Senior Brother Xiu Yan, if you don't have a team, how about we form one?”

Lin Xiu did not ask for Du Chaoping's opinion.

Because it wasn't important, and besides, Du Chaoping would definitely agree.

“Okay.”

Xiu Yan readily agreed, without any animosity despite Lin Xiu having defeated him and taken away his chance to enter the Hidden Scripture Pavilion.

The people of the Enforcement Team were very pure; in their eyes, most of it was about killing and preventing all illegal activities.

“Junior Brother, I…” Du Chaoping glanced at the other three, feeling out of place.

Was this kind of team something he could participate in?

During a fight, he'd probably have to hide ten meters away just to watch.

“Senior Brother, we're about to depart, quickly take your seat, or the Dean will get angry.”

Lin Xiu pressed Du Chaoping's shoulder, cutting off what he wanted to say.

In fact.

Su Xiao's reaction also didn't escape Lin Xiu's notice, but his choice of Du Chaoping had a deeper meaning.

However, it was difficult to explain this matter now.

No choice, Hu Qian was right beside them. If he mentioned the Fire Energy Hunting Competition, how would he explain how he knew about it?

Du Chaoping saw Hu Qian had already turned around and knew they were about to depart, so he didn't speak further.

Soon, all the students and Elders on the griffins' backs had their wings flapping, carrying their passengers into the high sky.

Below, the figures of Lin Dun and others waving became smaller and smaller.

Thank you to all the kind brothers for your recommendations and monthly passes, I've seen them all and will work hard to update. We've finally entered the Inner Academy, it's been a bit long, I'm truly sorry. I will learn from past lessons, maintain a fast pace, and continuously improve along the way!