Chapter 6, the unique traditions of the academy

Yes. Zhang Ping nodded with fervent eyes, stating, "If a Grand Soul Master were to use this soul weapon, ordinary leather armor and steel armor would surely be pierced through"

In his understanding, this is a world that is ancient beyond measure, where everything outside lacks even the slightest trace of modern language. This is why some of the things he said while in Lulin Town were considered nonsense, leading the people of Lulin Town to call him Lin Er. In the private schools and academies outside, one is merely referred to as a teacher or instructor. However, at Qingluan Academy, they not only use the titles of lecturer and professor, but also categorize them into various departments, which he finds quite difficult to accept. The people of Lulin Town call him Lin Er, and the private schools and academies outside only refer to teachers or instructors, yet at Qingluan Academy, they not only use the titles of lecturer and professor, but also categorize them into various departments, which he finds quite difficult to accept.

I truly know nothing about Qingluan Academy. What departments does Qingluan Academy actually have?

"Lin Xi, do you not even know about soul power? It seems that the formidable guard who brought you here did not mention this to you either," Meng Bai said, observing Lin Xi's curious expression as if it were the first time she had seen such a thing, and his gaze towards her began to show a hint of sympathy.

In a place like the academy, outsiders are generally unaware of the internal situation, and the academy never disseminates information. To learn about Director Zhang, it seems that only those who have entered the academy would know. Li Kaiyun explained this to Lin Xi, then began to sing softly with deep respect: "He roams the world with the Qilin and the Divine Phoenix, he has traversed deserts where no one has set foot, he has beheaded demons, he has easily taken the heads of generals amidst thousands of troops, and his glory at the Falling Star Lake is unmatched by anyone..."

Lin Le was stunned for quite a while again

Tian Gong and Meng Bai exchanged glances with Li Kaiyun and Xiang Lin, saying, "We originally thought you wanted to enter the Department of Liberal Arts"

"Your grandfather actually graduated from Qingluan Academy?" Lin Xi was taken aback, "Then how come you are still such a 'country bumpkin'?"

"And the picture book is indeed so." Zhang Ping and Meng Bai both nodded, feeling that Lin Xi's expression was quite strange

Mengbai's freckled face flushed, and for a moment she felt quite embarrassed. The one who spoke the least, however, was Lin, who offered a slight smile to Linxi and said: "Originally, our Qingluan Academy was not called this. After Dean Zhang became the head of Qingluan Academy, he changed the name to this. Although it is somewhat peculiar, due to Dean Zhang's contributions and reputation, it has been used ever since and is unlikely to change. Instead, it has become a tradition of Qingluan Academy"

When I arrived, I heard that our Yunqin Empire has three major academies. Are all three academies referred to as teachers and professors, and are they all divided into different departments?" After forcefully swallowing a piece of uniquely fragrant yet difficult-to-chew dried beef, Lin Xi asked again.

The Department of Artifice primarily studies weapons and armor, the Department of Pharmacology focuses on pharmacology and rescue methods, or the means of poisoning others, the Department of Warfare studies the command of armies, military operations, and reconnaissance and assassination, the Department of Civil Administration emphasizes the governance of internal affairs, the Department of Internal Affairs explores the mysteries of the body and the activation of its potential, while the Department of Spiritual Rituals deals with astronomy, meteorology, and communication with certain spiritual beasts. Meng Bai explained: Generally, those who graduate from the Department of Artifice will go to the Ministry of War, those from the Department of Pharmacology may go to the Pharmacological Office or possibly become undercover assassins, graduates from the Department of Warfare will all go to the border troops to guard a region. Naturally, those from the Department of Civil Administration will go to the civil service, while graduates from the Department of Internal Affairs will either go to other academies or remain in the academy, and those from the Department of Spiritual Rituals will all become priests.

Then will this soul weapon possess greater penetrating power and lethality? Lin Xi inquired

"Huh," Lin Xi let out a sigh

"Director Zhang? Is it only the Qingluan Academy that calls him that?" Lin Xi was taken aback

Lin Xi's gaze was instantly captivated and absorbed deeply

You are truly the most ignorant among the crowd, probably the only one unaware of this. Meng Bai chuckled and said, "Soul power is the inner strength within each of us. The primary focus of the Qingluan Academy is to teach us methods of cultivating soul power. According to the customs of our Yunqin Empire, it is categorized into nine levels based on strength. The first level is called Soul Scholar, which allows one to use soul power to enhance their physical body, resulting in a significant increase in strength. The second level is called Soul Master, where soul power can envelop the body, spreading to the surface. The third level is called Great Soul Master, where soul power can be infused into weapons. The fourth level is called National Scholar, where soul power can condense into a core. The fifth level is called Great National Master, capable of merging souls. The sixth level is called Holy Master, where soul power can leave the body. The seventh level is called Great Holy Master, where soul power can solidify into weapons. As for the eighth and ninth levels, there are no specific descriptions; they are simply figures akin to deities.

If we are to speak of the best, it is undoubtedly the Zhi Ge Department. After all, in our Yun Qin Empire, we prioritize military achievements over literary pursuits, with military merit being paramount. The highest officials in the mausoleum and provinces are all appointed based on their military accomplishments. Essentially, students from the Zhi Ge Department ascend the ranks the fastest and are most likely to become prominent figures. However, the Zhi Ge Department is also the most perilous, often requiring the execution of life-threatening missions. My family has maintained a direct lineage for three generations, and since I cannot endure hardship, I would prefer to enter the Imperial Medicine Department or the Spirit Ritual Department. Meng Bai said: "As for how I know so much, I can be considered one-third of a golden spoon. My grandfather was also a student at Qing Luan Academy, and he was in the Imperial Medicine Department, which was then called the Imperial Medicine Palace."

This is what we refer to as a magical treasure in our world, isn't it? Lin Xi smiled faintly, remaining silent for a long time, and then asked earnestly, What kind of story does that director have? What kind of person is he? Is he still alive?

That luck is indeed somewhat lacking in relation to books Lin Xi sincerely remarked

Li Kaiyun's voice was soft; at first, he was the only one singing a cappella. However, moments later, one voice after another joined in, and the entire camp resonated with solemn and majestic singing

"Zhang Ping, take out your treasure for Lin Xi to see," Meng Bai and Li Kaiyun immediately urged.

I?" Lin Xi hesitated somewhat. To be honest, for the Yun Qin Empire, he was merely a traveler. The significant events that occurred were distant and unfamiliar to him, so he did not possess the innate aspirations and sense of glory that these young people had. The most crucial point was that all of this was quite novel to him. "Aside from the civil governance, I think everything else is fine..." After a moment of hesitation, he said. Aside from finding civil governance a bit boring, he felt that everything else was quite good.

This is truly unexpected, several "local bumpkins" exclaimed simultaneously

Lin Xi's surprise is well-founded, for on the way here, Liu Bo had already informed him that students from the three major academies, upon graduation, are essentially equivalent to the position of town supervisor. If one can only attain a position like that of a county supervisor in their lifetime, it would be considered extremely poor for students graduating from the three major academies.

Lin Xi was very curious, "What exactly do these six departments study?"

Zhang Ping carefully unwrapped a package behind him and took out a black dagger about one foot long

"What? You don't know?" Zhang Ping looked at Lin Xi with a puzzled expression

"Meng Bai, you keep referring to our Qingluan Academy as if we are already students there, but we haven't even seen what Qingluan Academy looks like yet." Upon hearing Meng Bai's words, Zhang Ping and Li Kaiyun burst into laughter.

I want to enter the Department of Heavenly Engineering, Zhang Ping said

"By the way, what does 'soul weapon' mean, and what do the patterns on the soul weapon signify?" Lin Xi also smiled and then asked the question he had been wanting to ask earlier

Before departing from Lulin Town, he had little interest in Qingluan Academy. However, now, the various departments and titles of Qingluan Academy have sparked an intense curiosity within him. He is even eager to meet Director Zhang, who changed the original term "Palace" to "Department" and referred to instructors as lecturers and professors.

The guy with the crooked nose... his face seems to glow, at least it's a manifestation of soul power, indicating he is a soul master. Your formidable bodyguard was able to effortlessly break his nose, demonstrating strength so great that he couldn't even get up for a while, which at least suggests he is at the level of a great soul master. Zhang Ping expressed his approval of Meng Bai's statement, while also waving the cold black dagger in his hand, which seemed to have a layer of rolling waves, at the dazed Lin Xi, saying, "A great soul master can enhance and extend soul power to such soul weapons."

I don't know. Lin Xi nodded decisively

The dagger is very thin and sharp, and it feels quite cold. A thin layer of mist quickly forms on its surface, and the dark, glossy surface is adorned with patterns that resemble layers of deep and shallow waves.

I do not know

"I want to join the Stop War faction," Li Kaiyun suddenly spoke. This boy, with very blonde hair and the most slender among several people, had a face shining with the light of glory, evoking a sense of respect in others.

"Lin Xi, it seems you truly know nothing at all," the chubby boy Meng Bai said in surprise as he looked at Lin Xi. "Apart from our Qingluan Academy, the other two academies do not have such a term. It was only after Dean Zhang that we at Qingluan Academy started calling it this way"

According to www.hetushu.com, it is divided into six major categories: Tiangong, Yuyao, Zhige, Wenzhi, Neixiang, and Lingji. "Meng Bai also pulled a piece of beef jerky and said seriously.

You are not picky at all. All the "country bumpkins" burst into laughter.

"There are lecturers and departments, so are there also professors?" Lin Xi looked at these few "country bumpkins" and couldn't help but say this.

Although I have helped my father manage quite a few businesses, Zhang Ping shook his head, but the patterns on those soul weapons attract me even more. I am fond of those unique patterns, and ever since I saw that kind of pattern, I have already decided to enter the Department of Heavenly Craft.

What kind of academy is this? Lin Xi was momentarily at a loss for words, merely smiling wryly as he chewed on the old beef jerky in his mouth

Several "local bumpkins" shook their heads, yet even in their ignorance, there was a glow of reverence and glory on their faces

I also want to join the Stop War faction" Xiang Lin said, straightening his chest and speaking earnestly. His eyes were also shining with a light that pertained to the dreams and sacrifices of youth, unrelated to the promotion and quick advancement mentioned by Meng Bai

"Lin Xi, which department are you most interested in right now?" Before Lin Xi had the chance to ask anything, Meng Bai had already patted his shoulder and eagerly inquired.

My grandfather passed away early, so I became a dirt bag instead of a golden spoon. Meng Bai's face flushed, and he puffed his cheeks as he spoke in a muffled voice

Which department do you think is the best, and which one do you want to go to? Meng Bai, how do you know so much? Lin Xi looked at Meng Bai, and while Meng Bai was speaking, the other three "country bumpkins" listened quietly without interrupting. It was evident that Meng Bai was the most knowledgeable among these "country bumpkins".

Is this the cultivation system of the strong in this world? Soul power? ... It sounds quite interesting ...