Full-Time Magister: The Strongest Summoned Beast is Actually Myself

Chapter 79, Arrival in the Capital

Chen Hao was taken aback. He hadn't expected that Dean Xiao would be so perceptive, as if he had sensed something, when he had just casually mentioned it to see if he could scam some insurance money.

With a quick thought, Chen Hao immediately came up with a reason: "I'm worried about the Black Jueting's retaliation. They suffered heavy losses this time, and it's hard to guarantee they won't take action. Even Pearl Academy was infiltrated like that, so the Imperial Capital Academy is probably in even worse shape. I'm not afraid of anything inside the academy, but I'm afraid of leaving Anjie."

"Besides, I'm also worried about whether I might encounter some leader-level demons out foraging in the wild. Although the probability is very low, I just have this feeling that something unexpected might happen on this training trip."

Dean Xiao did not respond immediately, but slowly tapped his fingers on the table, making a steady and rhythmic sound.

His gaze, peering through his glasses, fell on Chen Hao's face, his expression complex.

Ultimately, he didn't choose to verify further, but silently nodded and chose to believe, after all, she was his student.

“Take this,” he said, flipping his palm to take out a moon-white, key-shaped magical artifact, its entire body as if carved from crystal, with a faint silver star mark appearing in the center. “Activate it immediately in the event of unforeseen circumstances.”

Chen Hao took the demonic artifact, examined it closely for a long time, but couldn't figure it out. He couldn't help but ask:
"Teacher Xiao, what kind of magical artifact is this? It looks so advanced. Is it a spatial artifact?"

"Hehe." Dean Xiao lightly slapped the table, looking as if he had finally convinced a stubborn child, and said smugly, "Something that can save your life this time is good enough. Now, are you alright? Still feeling impulsive?"

"No problem! I guarantee I'll complete the mission!" Chen Hao's eyes were firm and full of confidence.

……

Even if a magical artifact given by a master of forbidden spells is a one-time use item, it must have some hidden power, right?

It's not unreasonable to easily manipulate a high-level mage, is it?
Little Lu Nian, just you wait!

He had been pondering how to secretly follow Mo Fan and the others to plan the blood potion, but now he was relieved.

They snatched it directly and openly from Lu Nian's hands!

He's not afraid that others can't use it.

The dog system will definitely provide a perfect solution—besides, it's already written in the original work that there's a solution: as long as you withstand the backlash from the first wave of demon sacrifice, you only need to devour a large amount of essence to repay the demon loan.

What's a dead end for others is just a matter of resources for him.

Demonic types are indiscriminate in their consumption of raw and raw energy, and can absorb energy from any type—it's believed that battle aura is no exception.

……

On the plane, Chen Hao, Mo Fan, Zhao Manyan, Mu Nujiao, Bai Tingting, Song Xia, Luo Song, Shen Mingxiao, and Zheng Bingxiao embarked on their journey to the capital.

Compared to the original work, the only character absent is Peng Liang, but the impact is minimal.

The team leaders were Gu Han and Qiu Yuhua—two high-level mages, but they were completely useless, not even as good as e-sports coaches.

As the saying goes, "He who has not climbed the Great Wall is no true man," so the first thing everyone did upon arriving in the capital was naturally to take a well-funded tour.

They stood atop the majestic mountain ridge, overlooking the massive Great Wall that winds its way along the mountain ridge, with distant mountains stretching endlessly, creating a magnificent landscape.

"The Great Wall was built by Qin Shi Huang, originally to defend against demons..."

Professor Qiu Yuhua couldn't help but recount that magnificent history of magic.

The crowd was getting drowsy.

"Was magic back then rather primitive?" Mo Fan yawned and complained. "The Great Wall must have been built with the blood and flesh of countless people. It wasn't as convenient as earth-based construction techniques are now, was it?" "You don't know anything!" Qiu Yuhua immediately exploded. "The Ancient King was not only a great monarch, politician, and strategist, but also the most powerful earth-based mage in our history! What kind of ordinary stones do you think were used to build the Great Wall? Even if you threw a hundred powerful punches, you wouldn't be able to punch a crater in it!"

"I have a question. Since the stones of the Great Wall are so sturdy, aren't they incredibly precious? Has no one ever thought of digging them up or stealing them? Even if they were used to make magical tools, they would be top-notch materials, right?" Chen Hao asked. He had to admit that he was a little tempted. If he could dismantle some of the Azure Dragon's corpse and make equipment, it would probably last him a very long time.

"Hmph, at least you asked a serious question." Qiu Yuhua rolled up his sleeves. "The Great Wall stretches for tens of thousands of kilometers. Even with our country's laws explicitly punishing thieves severely, it's impossible to prevent those greedy people from stealing. But this brings us to the greatness of the ancient king. His creations contain magic that we can't comprehend. Every brick and stone on the Great Wall, when they are a whole, is a magical material. But if they are separated from the wall, they quickly weaken until they become useless stones! To this day, the National Judicial Research Association still hasn't figured out the principle behind it."

"I see, I've learned something." Chen Hao looked slightly disappointed; it seemed his plan had fallen through.

"Tomorrow we'll go to the Magic Palace in the Forbidden City again, where more historical treasures are kept, which are still very meaningful today," Qiu Yuhua said.

……

After visiting several sacred sites of Chinese magical civilization, the group finally entered the Imperial Capital Academy.

Without any unnecessary pleasantries, after a day of rest, the 4V4 friendly match between Mingzhu and the capital city kicked off immediately.

The two mentors were already on edge when they met, almost exchanging insults about each other's families.

"Professor, let me go first!" Luo Song gritted his teeth. "I've disliked that Xu Dalong for a long time! Today I'll show him the power of Mingzhu Academy."

The others were also eager to try, looking like they couldn't wait to rush up and fight.

Gu Han, that good-for-nothing, had just been mocked by people in the capital with sarcastic remarks and didn't dare to utter a word. He was holding back his anger and wanted to regain face by relying on his students, but when he took attendance, he didn't have any sense of propriety and just randomly called a few people to form the first team.

"Luo Song, Shen Mingxiao, Zhao Manyan, and Song Xia, the four of you will play the first match," Gu Han said.

"Yes, mentor." ×4
Chen Hao's face darkened immediately, and he frowned, questioning, "I disagree. What kind of lineup is this? Isn't picking these people just throwing the game away?"

The moment he said that, the entire room fell silent, and the four men's faces turned extremely grim.

Shen Ming opened his mouth as if to retort, but then held back; Luo Song clenched his fists, his face twitching, his eyes filled with resentment.

Gu Han's face darkened: "Chen Hao, are you questioning the mentor's arrangements?"

“That’s right, I have my doubts!” Chen Hao said without backing down, his eyes sharp. “Since Dean Xiao entrusted this matter to me, I must do my best. I can’t afford to lose a single match. I will not allow anyone to hold me back!”

These words were tantamount to a public falling out.

Gu Han's face had turned a deep purplish-red, and his chest was heaving violently; he was clearly furious. However, due to the presence of many people and the potential for conflict, he ultimately did not dare to retaliate.

"Mo Fan!" Chen Hao's tone shifted abruptly, his voice turning icy. "You go! Luo Song, you come down!"

Mo Fan was leaning against the wall, arms crossed, watching the show. Hearing the roll call, he perked up, stretched his neck, and a playful smile appeared on his lips: "Alright, I was just thinking of testing how good these geniuses from the capital are. Don't worry, I'll make sure they question their existence."

"Wait, why me?" Upon hearing this, Luo Song immediately became anxious and looked aggrieved.

“You’re the most out of place. Alright, everyone from the capital is here, you can go on stage.” Chen Hao didn’t bother to explain and simply confirmed the matter.

"Chen Hao! I'm the mentor!" Gu Han was so angry he was practically fuming, but he didn't know how to vent his anger. He could only say fiercely, "If we lose, you'll have to explain to Dean Xiao yourself."

Chen Hao ignored him.

(End of this chapter)