While in Battle Through the Heavens, one can pre-appoint oneself as an emperor.

New student accommodation area.

When Chen Xiao brought Zi Yan back, Elder Su Qian had just finished settling the new students, which suddenly brought a lot of life to this rather desolate place.

However, because the freshmen had suffered some losses in the fire-element hunting competition, they all looked disheveled. Walking among them, it was almost impossible to see a single person who was unharmed. Coming here was like entering a village of the disabled and old, which was quite comical.

"Old Su."

"Elder."

Upon approaching, Zi Yan and Chen Xiao greeted each other.

Elder Su Qian gave Zi Yan a helpless smile, his gaze lingering briefly on Chen Xiao.

"You've been to the Heavenly Flame Refining Tower? What was it like?"

"It does help with condensing battle qi, but I haven't really felt any increase in cultivation speed. Staying in the tower even makes me feel a bit uncomfortable. I met an elder named Liu, who advised me not to waste too much energy in the Heavenly Flame Qi Refining Tower, lest I put the cart before the horse," Chen Xiao answered truthfully.

"Old Man Liu is right. The Heavenly Flame Refining Tower is indeed not worth your time and energy. In comparison, the arena might be more useful to you. I've reviewed your information in detail these past two days. How about I help you devise a three-year training plan?"

Elder Su Qian said with a smile.

Upon hearing this, Chen Xiao was somewhat surprised.

This Grand Elder is a genuine Dou Zong expert and the current head of Canaan Academy. The cultivation plan he personally devised is definitely quite sophisticated.

"Please enlighten me, Elder."

"Just a suggestion. From your information, I found a very obvious problem: your background is far from matching your talent. You are growing too fast, so your experience is not keeping up with your strength."

"To put it more directly, your accumulation is seriously insufficient. This invisible and intangible thing may seem dispensable, but it is actually very important. It can determine whether you can forge your own path in the future. Take combat skills and techniques for example. Only with sufficient accumulation can you have the ability to create and innovate, instead of just continuing the path of your predecessors."

"In addition, from my brief interaction with you, I've noticed a minor issue: you possess a heroic spirit, but lack a certain assertiveness. This may be related to your living environment and your age, and it's something that needs to be addressed."

It must be said that the Grand Elder is quite capable.

Chen Xiao could not refute either of the two points he raised.

Moreover, Chen Xiao himself was aware of these problems.

That's why he used to often seek out ancient books from Xun'er to read; otherwise, his knowledge would have been even worse.

As for the so-called toughness, it's even simpler. Ultimately, it's the influence of his previous life's education. Even though Chen Xiao has gradually integrated into this dog-eat-dog world, it still shows itself sometimes unintentionally.

Su Qian smiled slightly and continued, "In my study, there are tens of thousands of miscellaneous books. Some of them record anecdotes and interesting stories from all over the continent, while others record the life stories of some powerful figures, as well as their ingenious ideas when creating combat techniques and other such things. They are all-encompassing. In the future, in the inner courtyard, I will grant you the privilege of freely entering and leaving my study. You can read as many books as you can. This is the first thing you need to do."

"The Heavenly Flame Qi Refining Tower will have limited use for you. Spending some time each month condensing your battle qi will be beneficial and harmless. This is your second task."

"The last thing is related to the Black Corner Region. The Black Corner Region has a bad reputation, but it has also been of great help to Canaan Academy. The outer academy's law enforcement team uses the Black Corner Region to hone themselves. Sometimes, the kids on our inner academy's strong list also go to the Black Corner Region to experience the baptism of blood and humanity. You should go there often in the future. In at most six months, you will feel the changes in yourself."

"These three things are what you need to stick to from now on. As for how to allocate your time, you can plan that yourself."

"In addition, you can occasionally experience the arena in the inner courtyard and the vast mountains behind it."

This is the benefit of having guidance. After Elder Su Qian's advice, Chen Xiao had an unprecedentedly clear understanding of how to cultivate next.

More importantly, the Grand Elder's proposal did not conflict with his advance payment plan.

"Thank you, Elder, I will remember this!"

"Hehe, our inner academy is not lacking in geniuses. I don't need to say much about fire attribute, the Heavenly Flame Refining Tower is the biggest help. As for other attributes, I will naturally pay more attention to them, so as not to ruin the reputation of the inner academy. And judging from the results over the years, my suggestions are often quite pertinent."

After speaking with Chen Xiao, the Grand Elder turned to the restless little dragon man beside him.

"Your temperament isn't suitable for going to the Black Corner Region for the time being. You'll need someone to keep an eye on you. Those people on the Black List won't give our academy any face. If they catch you, I can't save you."

Su Qian knew Zi Yan all too well.

This girl is always busy.

If we really let her into the Black Corner Region, news of the treasure vaults being looted will soon spread from various sects.

Although Zi Yan possesses an innate spatial talent, even the most persistent person will eventually get their shoes wet.

Therefore, Su Qian was not comfortable letting her go out into the outside world for a short period of time.

Zi Yan pouted slightly, "I have absolutely no interest in the Black Corner Region. Even if you asked me to go, I wouldn't go."

Elder Su Qian almost believed it. He glanced at the two figures rushing towards them from a distance, chuckled, and vanished from the spot.

With no regard for the elusive Grand Elder, Zi Yan turned her attention to Chen Xiao.

"By the way, you still haven't told me why you asked me to come here today."

Chen Xiao glanced at the man and woman who were getting closer and closer, and replied with a smile, "Look, didn't you think it was hard to eat medicinal herbs directly? I've found a kind person for you who can solve this problem for you."

After the Fire Energy Hunting Competition ended, the Black and White Duo returned to the inner courtyard. Fu Jun, the captain of the White Duo, was undoubtedly the one who suffered the most severe losses. His fire energy was completely drained, and he had no chance to recover.

Because those fifty new students had already been completely wiped out by the previous students, leaving only the minimum number...

Back in the inner courtyard, Fu Jun tried to remain calm for a while, but the more he thought about it, the angrier he became. He immediately found his lover in the Medicine Gang, ready to say a few harsh words and save face.

As for anything more, he really didn't dare.

Chen Xiao was able to easily defeat him as soon as he entered the inner courtyard, so it's easy to imagine that the gap between them will only widen in the future.

Therefore, minor squabbles are fine, but it's completely unnecessary to offend someone too severely.

"Rongrong, it's him! This kid is so arrogant! I already told him you're from the Medicine Gang, but he still didn't care and robbed me of everything! You must..."

Before he could finish speaking, as they drew closer, Fu Jun could clearly see the girl in the white dress standing next to Chen Xiao.

In an instant, the words that were on the tip of his tongue vanished, and he stood frozen in place, a jolt running through his body.

The woman he called "Rongrong" also changed her expression drastically, her beautiful face turning pale.

My god, what a brute force king!