Chapter 175: Absorbing the Sea Heart Flame, Arrival at Peace Town
Wu Tian, the Guardian Spirit, arrived at a secluded spot in Black Corner Region and took out the Sea Heart Flame, which had previously belonged to Han Feng.
This was a Heavenly Flame ranked fifteenth, just behind the Fallen Heart Flame, proving its immense power.
Although it wasn't quite as terrifying as the Bone Chilling Flame, it was still an extremely potent flame.
As for absorbing Heavenly Flames, Wu Tian was already an expert. His soul strength, which had previously reached Three Star Dou Zong, surged to Six Star Dou Zong after absorbing the Sea Heart Flame.
Meanwhile, his physical strength, which had only reached Two Star Dou Ling, skyrocketed to Seven Star Dou Ling.
Although this power was still too weak for Wu Tian's liking, it was the perfect level to infiltrate Jia Nan Academy.
After all, the top ranked student in the Inner Academy was only a Dou Wang at best.
Heh… This is going to be fun.
Emerging from his hiding spot, Wu Tian found that dusk had fallen.
But instead of waiting until morning, he deliberately chose to travel at night.
With Jia Nan Academy nearby, traveling under the cover of darkness was the best way to avoid unnecessary attention.
He didn't use Dou Qi Wings, as that would be too conspicuous. Instead, he relied on Void Step, covering vast distances in an instant.
Even for a Dou Huang, his speed would be terrifyingly fast.
This time, Wu Tian didn't stop at any cities. Instead, he headed directly to an area about a hundred miles away from Jia Nan Academy.
Within this range, no high level fighters were allowed to fly.
Otherwise, they would immediately be attacked.
Since his physical strength was still at the Dou Ling level, using flight abilities would draw too much attention.
Besides, he didn't want to provoke unnecessary trouble.
He was here for one reason only to seize the fourteenth ranked Heavenly Flame, the Fallen Heart Flame.
This accelerant was his for the taking.
Of course, if he found other "accelerants", he wouldn't refuse.
Wu Tian landed on a small hilltop, scanning the distant landscape.
In the far horizon, between two towering mountains, a deep, shadowy ravine was visible.
As the morning light began to emerge, a small town flickered into view.
Peace Town.
Walking along the dusty yellow road leading into the ravine, Wu Tian noticed the sparse flow of travelers.
Many exuded a fierce, bloodthirsty aura, but their faces were devoid of killing intent.
This was Peace Town.
Anyone who acted recklessly would face only one outcome death.
Even the most lawless warriors from Black Corner Region behaved like obedient children here.
The Jia Nan Academy's Enforcers ensured that everyone fell in line.
Those who refused to obey?
Well… their corpses were already hanging at the town gates.
Compared to the chaos of Black Corner Region, Peace Town was like a paradise tranquil, orderly, and peaceful.
So much so that it felt unnatural.
For Wu Tian, however, this was nothing unusual.
After all, even in Black Corner Region, he had never experienced any "chaos".
Weren't they all pretty obedient?
All those old men were such good boys.
A few minutes later, Wu Tian arrived at the town entrance.
As expected, the large sign read "Peace Town."
This was the first stop for anyone entering Jia Nan Academy from Black Corner Region.
To the left of the entrance, a large tree stood ominously.
Dangling from its branches were several corpses, their presence sending a chill down anyone's spine.
Among them, Wu Tian noticed two Dou Wang corpses and a single Dou Huang corpse.
These executed powerhouses served as a warning a reminder that even high ranking fighters had to obey the rules here.
The message was simple: Defy the Enforcers, and you die.
Peace and Hell coexisted here.
And they didn't even bother to hide it.
As Wu Tian stepped into the town streets, a group of uniformed Enforcers was already waiting for him.
They weren't here to cause trouble.
They were simply conducting routine inspections.
The leading officer, a middle aged man, spoke up:
"Anyone entering Peace Town must register their identity, name, and affiliation. Otherwise, you will be immediately expelled."
"Additionally, you must swallow this pill it detects hidden killing intent."
Wu Tian smirked faintly.
"I am a new student of Jia Nan Academy, Wu Gan. I was granted a leave of absence and have now returned."
"Wait… You traveled through Black Corner Region alone?"
The middle aged officer and the surrounding younger Enforcers were stunned.
Even senior students needed escorts to cross Black Corner Region safely.
A fresh student managing to cross it alone?
That was insane.
Everyone's gaze locked onto Wu Tian, as if trying to see through him.
Wu Tian simply smiled coldly and stated:
"Wu Gan. Eighteen years old. My mentor is Ruo Lin."
"What?! Eighteen years old?!"
The middle aged officer's jaw nearly dropped.
"An eighteen year old successfully traveled across Black Corner Region alone?"
"This kind of boldness and strength… I've never seen anything like it!"
"I wouldn't be surprised if you qualify for the Inner Academy selection next year!"
Wu Tian sighed internally.
Next year?
I'm entering the Inner Academy THIS year.
With his Seven Star Dou Ling strength, if he wasn't qualified, then who the hell was?
Unless the Inner Academy's elders were blind, there was no way they'd reject him.
At that moment
"Wu Gan?!"
The young officer checking the registry suddenly gasped.
His voice trembled as he shouted:
"He's Wu Gan!"
"He's the one Xun'er talks about every day her 'big brother Wu Gan'!"
Instantly, all the young men in the Enforcer squad froze in shock.
Meanwhile, the female officers…
Their eyes sparkled.
Wu Tian sighed to himself.
As expected…
With Xun'er's looks and talent, it was inevitable that she'd attract a bunch of jealous fanboys at Jia Nan Academy.
The middle aged officer quickly retrieved a blue emblem from his storage ring and handed it to Wu Tian.
"Take this it will grant you access to the Academy."
Wu Tian accepted it, nodded in thanks, and turned to leave.
But just as he was about to walk away, the officer suddenly spoke up:
"One more thing!"
"Tomorrow is the Inner Academy Selection."
"If I recall correctly, Mentor Ruo Lin already signed you up."
Wu Tian paused for a moment.
Ah, that woman…
Ruo Lin was like a gentle stream, but beneath the surface, hidden currents flowed unpredictably.
Her calm demeanor could shift into a fierce storm in an instant.
Still, her softness and cunning were likely due to Xun'er's constant persuasion.
Without her influence, there was no way Ruo Lin would've entered him into the selection so easily.
"Jia Nan Academy still has a vast primeval forest to cross before reaching the main city," the officer added.
"I can have someone fly you there on a griffin what do you think?"
Wu Tian smirked.
"Sounds good."
The officer turned to the Enforcers.
"Anyone want to give Wu Gan a ride?"
"I do!"
"Me too!"
"Me three!"
The female officers screamed excitedly.
The male officers stood in devastated silence.
(End of Chapter)
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