Perfect: I am Shi An from Shicun, and I am Huang’s brother!

Chapter 285: The same lineage

"Master Qi? Could it be Qi Daolin from that Supreme Daoist Temple?"

Feng Wu frowned slightly, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes.

"It seems that the old man who suddenly appeared on the stage that day was Qi Daolin from the Supreme Dojo."

Tianyao, who was standing to the side, also had a glint in her eyes.

Meanwhile, Senior Brother Zhang on the other side also looked enlightened: "No wonder he was able to do this. So he's that person's disciple. Truly... they're from the same lineage!"

"Cough cough!"

Senior Brother Zhang's words made Huo Ling'er feel awkward for a moment, because this senior brother had clearly misunderstood that Daoist Qi. In fact, even before becoming his disciple, Shi Hao's style of doing things was already like this... unconventional.

Of course, Huo Ling'er wouldn't say any of this. She just smiled and changed the subject, saying, "Never mind all that. Since everyone's here, why don't we go to the academy gate and see what's going on? Maybe we'll see what amazing thing that guy does next."

"Alright!"

Upon hearing this, everyone smiled, and a sense of curiosity arose in their hearts. They nodded and followed Huo Ling'er toward the academy gate.

Unfortunately, when they arrived at the gate, they found the place deserted. Shi Hao was nowhere to be seen, leaving only traces of a fight and a group of students still discussing the matter.

"It seems we're a step too late."

Qingyi chuckled softly, her gaze sweeping around her, trying to glean more information about Shi Hao from the students.

"Oh dear, what a pity, I missed such a wonderful scene."

Ye Lingxue seemed somewhat regretful, lamenting that she had missed witnessing the brilliance.

"It doesn't matter, he's in the Supreme Dojo next door anyway, we'll have a chance to meet again in the future."

Looking at Ye Lingxue's regretful face, Tianyao said gently, she was also full of curiosity about Shi Hao, this "senior brother" who suddenly appeared.

Feng Wu looked eager to try: "When I see him next time, I will definitely have a match with him and see just how powerful this genius who has climbed the Heavenly Ladder really is."

Upon hearing this, a hint of excitement flashed in Senior Brother Zhang's eyes: "That might just be a fierce battle, enough to shake the Heavenly Immortal Academy and even several nearby states."

Just as everyone was discussing and full of curiosity and anticipation for Shi Hao, Shi Hao, who had returned to the Supreme Dojo, was met with Qi Daolin's "friendly greetings".

Qi Daolin was lying on a blue stone, staring at Shi Hao with a half-smile in his eyes, which made Shi Hao feel uneasy.

"Kid, you sure know how to cause trouble. You set up a stall at the entrance of Tianxian Academy and acted as a thug, causing chaos at the academy."

Qi Daolin's lips curled up slightly, seemingly in a teasing manner, but Shi Hao clearly caught a hint of danger in his eyes.

However, despite this, Shi Hao still scratched his head casually and chuckled, "Master, I was just thinking of making some extra money and stretching my muscles at the same time. Look at me, I've made my business very successful."

"Hmph, stop being so cheeky."

Seeing Shi Hao still grinning, Qi Daolin immediately snorted coldly and sat up straight: "Do you know that because of your commotion, those old guys from Tianxian Academy are thinking of arresting you and giving you a good lesson? If I hadn't stopped you, you'd probably be lucky to escape with your life." Hearing this, Shi Hao's heart skipped a beat. He hadn't expected that just setting up a stall would make those old guys from Tianxian Academy want to make him suffer.

Shocked, Shi Hao quickly smiled apologetically, "Isn't it because you're here? You certainly wouldn't watch your only disciple, the sole heir to revitalize the lineage, get into trouble, would you!"

"Huh, glib!"

Seeing that Shi Hao still looked nonchalant, Qi Daolin glared at him irritably, then kindly advised, "You should be more careful in the future. Don't forget, that's the territory of the Heavenly Immortal Academy. Be mindful of your actions and don't go too far."

"Otherwise, even I might not be able to protect you."

These words immediately brightened Shi Hao's eyes, because Qi Daolin's ability to say such a thing meant that his anger had subsided, and he probably wouldn't be given a hard time later!

Hesitantly, Shi Hao saw Qi Daolin casually take out a black metal token and toss it to him: "Didn't you want to enter the Tribulation Transcending Divine Lotus Pool? Take this, and you can enter."

"Really? You think I can enter the Tribulation-Transcending Divine Lotus Pool just by having this? Are you kidding me?"

After listening to Qi Daolin's explanation and looking at the black metal plate in his hand, Shi Hao was very suspicious. He even stared at Qi Daolin with an expression that said, "I'm not falling for this."

"roll!"

Seeing that Shi Hao still dared to doubt him, Qi Daolin was furious. He raised his hand and slapped Shi Hao on the head: "You brat, I kindly gave you an opportunity, and you still dare to doubt me? If you don't get out, believe me, I'll throw you out right now!"

Although the slap on the head sobered Shi Hao up a bit, he still couldn't help but mutter, "I'm just being cautious. What if this brand is fake? I'd have been happy for nothing."

"Hmph, fake? Take it or leave it!"

Upon hearing this, Qi Daolin felt his anger rise again, and he immediately ignored Shi Hao and disappeared without a trace.

"That's it?"

Looking at the spot where Qi Daolin disappeared, Shi Hao couldn't help but purse his lips, and then strode happily toward the Heavenly Immortal Academy.

As for the news he overheard at the academy gate that many people were coming to cause him trouble, Shi Hao didn't take it too seriously. Besides, they weren't coming right now. The most important thing right now was the Tribulation-Crossing Divine Lotus.

And so, Shi Hao arrived at the Celestial Academy once again, and this time he did not stop at the entrance of the academy, but went straight in.

In fact, this is because the Celestial Academy is powerful enough and is an open academy with lax gate checks, even allowing people from the market to come and go. Otherwise, Shi Hao really wouldn't have been able to get in for a while.

At the same time, this also demonstrates the strength of the academy, which is not afraid of outsiders invading!
The sunset glowed like fire, turning Tianxian Academy into a brilliant orange-red, making it appear even more peaceful. Although there were many students coming and going, they were all very self-disciplined, quiet and orderly, and no one made a sound.

At this time, Shi Hao was only seventeen or eighteen years old. He had a handsome appearance and did not stand out from the crowd. Everyone thought he was their classmate and a student of the academy.

As for why no one recognized him as the thug who had set up a stall at the academy gate, it was because Shi Hao used the Seventy-Two Transformations to slightly change his appearance, so outsiders couldn't recognize him for a while.

Upon entering the Celestial Immortal Academy, Shi Hao did not rush to find the location of the Tribulation-Crossing Divine Lotus. Instead, he would stop from time to time to admire the picturesque scenery of the academy, as well as a series of wonders and miracles such as the cliff inscriptions bearing the imprint of the Great Dao.

(End of this chapter)