Martial arts have become extinct worldwide, yet I am forced to have a large family.

"Principal, you think too highly of us."

Zhou Xiyan carefully considered her words before speaking, "Yang Xian... he has mastered three divine-level cultivation techniques. The two of us are probably no match for him."

What a joke! I've personally witnessed Yang Xian's strength.

In the secret realm, even the most powerful monsters from the four realms were as fragile as paper in front of him, and could be killed in an instant.

He could even hold his own against a heavily injured fifth-realm demon beast.

Now, shall we, the two at the third realm, challenge him?

You think too highly of us.

"Principal, please reconsider..." Ye Huairou whispered in agreement.

She was reminded of the scene outside the city when her arrow, which she had poured all her strength into, was cleaved in two by a single blade.

At that time, Yang Xiancai was only at the second realm.

He has now reached the third realm.

Even if the two of them attacked together, or even ten or eight more, they probably wouldn't be a match for him.

Whether on stage or in bed.

Putting aside their strength, Yang Xian is their man now. Even if he could beat them, they wouldn't want to embarrass their man in front of outsiders.

But Principal Chen was clearly unaware of the relationship between the three.

"Don't worry." Principal Chen waved his hand dismissively.

"If I wasn't confident at all, I wouldn't have let either of you play."

"This year's inter-university competition will be held at our Canglan University. I can just tweak the rules a bit."

"For example, the use of divine-level techniques is prohibited throughout the entire competition, and bringing any contracted beasts onto the field is also prohibited..."

Zhou Xiyan and Ye Huairou exchanged a glance, both seeing a hint of speechlessness in each other's eyes.

Is this what you just said, to defeat him fair and square?

On the surface, imposing the same restrictions would be fair to both sides.

But in reality, this is a disguised way of drastically weakening Yang Xian's personal strength.

Even after achieving this, they felt that their chances of defeating Yang Xian had only increased from a hopeless 0 to a slim 10%.

Most people outside only know that Yang Xian possesses three divine-level cultivation techniques, but the two of them are very clear that the man's ice-type cultivation technique is also not just for show!

Not to mention, this year's competition is a 2v2 match, who knows what kind of teammate Chengwu University will assign Yang Xian...

However, they also knew that if they didn't do this, the outcome of this year's competition between the two schools would probably be a foregone conclusion.

Principal Chen was still lost in his own daydreams:

"With the restrictions placed on divine-level cultivation techniques and contracted beasts, Yang Xian's strength has been reduced by at least 90%!"

"Plus, with the tacit understanding you two have cultivated over the years, Chengwu's side has absolutely no chance against you!"

"Principal, but..." Zhou Xiyan wanted to try again.

"No buts!" Principal Chen interrupted her directly. "Among the students below the fourth level in our school, you two are the most outstanding! Geniuses must have the pride of geniuses; they must not back down when facing any opponent!"

Principal Chen was completely absorbed in his fantasy of thoroughly humiliating Huang Meng.

Zhou Xiyan and Ye Huairou listened silently to the side, saying nothing more.

What can they say now?

At worst... I'll just give Yang Xian a heads-up beforehand and ask him to go easy on me.

We'll just go through the motions then!

At least we can lose with some dignity...

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at the same time……

Chengwu University, President's Office.

"Ha ha ha ha!"

Principal Huang Meng beamed with joy, patting Yang Xian on the shoulder, his face full of admiration:

"Yang Xian, your performance today was truly outstanding!"

"Those three golden beams you shot at us were practically the best possible knockout blow for our school!"

"I can almost picture that old guy getting furious."

He was referring to President Chen of Canglan University.

The two were longtime friends, but also lifelong rivals.

"Principal, please stop teasing me."

Yang Xian waved his hand and gave a wry smile. "Strictly speaking, those three cultivation techniques weren't something I comprehended from the 'Enlightenment Stone.' The one who should really be praised is Nan Shunian."

To be honest, Yang Xian himself was somewhat surprised.

It's unbelievable that Nan Shunian, who seems so carefree and uninterested in anything, could actually gain the approval of a divine-level cultivation technique.

It is said that when choosing a successor, a divine cultivation technique places great emphasis on whether the successor's personality is compatible with that of the original owner.

I wonder which senior she is who is similar to that gamer girl.

"Hehe, pretty much the same, almost the same!" Huang Meng chuckled, waving his hand dismissively. "The process doesn't matter, as long as others think so!"

He cleared his throat and finally got to the point:

"Yang Xian, I've called you here today to formally ask you if you'd like to be my student?"

"Although I have never created a divine-level cultivation technique in my life, I am still a seventh-level Martial Emperor, and I have decades of experience teaching students."

"Since you and Bai Chuyi have both become my disciples, you'll have companions in your cultivation journey and can encourage each other."

Having two unparalleled geniuses under one's tutelage at the same time—how prestigious that must be!

More importantly, with Yang Xian by her side, given Bai Chuyi's personality, her cultivation efficiency will definitely improve by leaps and bounds, progressing by a thousand miles a day!

However, Yang Xian's heart skipped a beat.

broken!

I was actually treated as some kind of unparalleled genius.

Aside from the few cultivation techniques the system forced upon me, I can't learn anything else at all!

The inherent flaws of an F-rank talent are there for all to see, and they can't be overcome by sheer willpower alone.

I absolutely cannot let myself hinder Principal Huang's guidance of Xiaobai.

Thinking of this, Yang Xian took a deep breath and solemnly bowed to Huang Meng.

"Thank you for your kind offer, Principal. However, I would much rather forge my own path, so... please forgive me for not being able to agree."

Principal Huang tried to persuade him further, but no matter what he said, Yang Xian remained unmoved and firmly disagreed.

In the end, he had no choice but to give up.

Well, geniuses are geniuses after all; they all have their own pride and persistence.

He wants to venture out on his own and forge a path that no one has ever walked before, and as an elder, I shouldn't interfere too much.

"In that case, I won't make things difficult for you."

Huang Meng sighed, then put on a smile again. "However, if we can't be master and disciple, we can still find another kind of relationship."

"I have another matter to discuss; I would like to ask you to be a tutor in our college."

"Mentor?" Yang Xian was completely dumbfounded, wondering if he had misheard.

To have a freshman as a mentor?

What kind of operation is this?

"Don't rush to refuse." Huang Meng's smile carried a hint of mystery:

"I want you to teach Nan Shunian the kung fu."

"Today, she comprehended that divine-level cultivation technique within the Enlightenment Stone..."

"It's your 'Void Shadow Step'!"