“Brother Qi certainly has a sense of humor.”
Su Yuan calmly took a sip of tea.
Qi Wuhui shook his head and said, “I’m dead serious. From our conversation just now, I realized your artifice skills far surpass mine. I might only rank fifth in the Second Frontline, but even the number one isn’t much stronger than —maybe twenty to thirty percent at best. There’s no way his level is higher than yours!”
Su Yuan waved his hand dismissively. “This isn’t about skill level. Serving as the head of an academy requires seniority. You don’t need to have disciples all over the world, but you should at least have cultivated a considerable number of talented individuals. I’ve only just stepped foot into the Second Frontline. I’m nowhere near qualified to take on the position of academy head!”
Qi Wuhui was montarily stumped. Su Yuan’s words did hold so truth.
There was no way soone could just waltz in and beco an academy head right away.
Qi Wuhui had subconsciously placed Su Yuan on the sa level as seasoned veteran artificers like himself. Around them, who lacked seniority? What they lacked was skill.
But Su Yuan was the complete opposite, which left him sowhat speechless.
He fell silent for a mont before saying, “I’ll discuss this with the other artificers later. I believe if they agree, it won’t be too difficult to push through.”
“Forget it. I’m not really interested anyway.” Su Yuan shook his head.
“If you won’t be the academy head, at least becoming a prestigious professor should be doable, right?” Qi Wuhui imdiately lowered his expectations.
Su Yuan pondered for a mont and then said, “That works!”
Qi Wuhui bead with joy. “Your skills don’t need any testing. I’ll send you the professor credentials from the Artificer Academy directly when the ti cos. You just need to show up at the academy to teach!”
Su Yuan nodded. Becoming a professor or a renowned teacher could boost his reputation. It only required so ti, posed no danger, and he wasn’t opposed to it.
After finalizing this matter, Qi Wuhui didn’t linger any longer.
Soon after, he bid farewell and left.
Elsewhere.
After dropping Su Yuan off, the Chaos Stone Eagle dove into the Heavenly Palace and found the Third Speaker, Xie Tingfeng.
“Brother Feng, I’ve made three major contributions!” the Chaos Stone Eagle imdiately bragged.
Xie Tingfeng raised an eyebrow in surprise. “What major contributions?”
“I safely delivered the Seven Stars to the Second Frontline. That counts as one major contribution, right?” the Chaos Stone Eagle said.
“It counts.”
Xie Tingfeng nodded. The Seven Stars held a high place in his heart. This was an exceptionally skilled artificer, soone worthy of being called a front-line-level figure!
He was comparable to a Speaker!
Ensuring his safe arrival was no small feat—calling it a major contribution wasn’t an exaggeration.
“Second, I killed a seventieth-tier Nothingness Dominator!”
The Chaos Stone Eagle proudly displayed the record of killing the Cyan Lion.
“This guy?”
Xie Tingfeng’s expression shifted with surprise. “I know him. He used to be very active on the battlefield, but I hadn’t seen him in a long ti! Wait, weren’t you supposed to pick up the Seven Stars? Don’t tell …”
“That’s right. I ran into the Cyan Lion in Black Fla City. I found him, resolved the life-or-death crisis for Master Seven Stars, and also eliminated a hidden threat to the Third Frontline. Doesn’t that count as another major contribution?” the Chaos Stone Eagle said, extrely pleased with himself.
Hearing this, Xie Tingfeng took a deep breath. “This news is far too important. Your contributions are indeed substantial, but the question is—how did the Cyan Lion manage to cross the Second Frontline and enter the Third Frontline? Was it because of… the forr Seventh Speaker?”
The Chaos Stone Eagle was taken aback and said awkwardly, “I’ve already slain that guy.”
Xie Tingfeng nodded. “You were right to kill him—can’t give anyone a chance to escape. But the reason behind this must be thoroughly investigated. Whether it was the Seventh Speaker’s help or a systemic loophole on the front line, this matter is critical. I need to discuss it with the other Speakers!”
He paused for a mont before adding, “Continue protecting Master Seven Stars in secret. That’ll count as another major contribution for you!”
“Easy peasy!” The Chaos Stone Eagle patted his chest with his wing.
Xie Tingfeng nodded. After obtaining the detailed intelligence from the Chaos Stone Eagle, he imdiately called for a Speakers’ eting.
Soon.
The six Speakers gathered once again.
When Xie Tingfeng relayed the intelligence,
all the Speakers wore grim expressions.
The First Speaker, Ying Wenzheng, frowned and said, “How is this possible? Imdiately investigate how the Cyan Lion crossed the Second Frontline!”
This resolution required no vote. They imdiately ordered an investigation.
The six Speakers acted simultaneously, conducting a joint inquiry.
With that investigation,
they soon uncovered the cause.
It was indeed the forr Seventh Speaker who had helped clear a path. Further investigation revealed that not only one seventieth-tier being had passed through, but also three sixtieth-tier ones.
They imdiately dispatched tracking and reconnaissance squads to the Third Frontline to hunt down the enemies.
Ying Wenzheng spoke up, “This ti, Xie Tingfeng, you’ve done exceptionally well. Not only did you uncover an outstanding artificer, but you’ve also eliminated most of the hidden dangers on the Third Frontline. Your contributions are imnse!”
Xie Tingfeng smiled. “Luck! All luck!”
He humbly dismissed the praise before continuing, “The military’s logistical pressure has eased sowhat, but the situation remains grim. We must continue to ramp up the training of artificers, alchemists, and other talents. Master Seven Stars has such exceptional artifice skills that I propose appointing him as the director of the Military Artifactory Headquarters.”
“Oh? You think so highly of him?” Ying Wenzheng asked in surprise.
Xie Tingfeng nodded. “From what I understand, his artifice level is likely the highest in the Second Frontline right now. The Military Artifactory Headquarters’ skill level lags far behind civilian counterparts. Most artificers dislike being constrained and are unwilling to serve as military artificers. We urgently need to raise that standard!”
“I see. So this Master Seven Stars would be willing to take on the director position?” Ying Wenzheng asked.
Xie Tingfeng chuckled. “I’ll go and persuade him. I believe he’ll agree to take on this role!”
“If you can get him to accept the directorship, I’ll approve it,” Ying Wenzheng said.
“Then there’s no problem!”
Xie Tingfeng smiled faintly.
The eting concluded.
Xie Tingfeng then vanished and headed straight for Su Yuan’s current residence, landing directly in front of the No. 77 mansion.
The Fla King was guarding the entrance. When he saw Xie Tingfeng appear out of nowhere, he imdiately went on high alert.
“Who goes there?” the Fla King asked warily.
“I am Xie Tingfeng. Go and announce my arrival!” Xie Tingfeng said calmly.
The Fla King dared not be careless and imdiately relayed the ssage to Su Yuan.
Upon receiving the news, Su Yuan hurried over to the entrance.
“The Third Speaker graces my humble ho with his presence! Su is truly honored! Please, co in, quickly!”
Su Yuan was extrely surprised by Xie Tingfeng’s visit. Even if he wanted to see him, he could have simply summoned him. He never expected the Speaker to co in person.
By now, news that the No. 77 mansion had an owner had already spread far and wide. Many factions had secretly dispatched personnel to observe the mansion’s situation and gather firsthand information.
Xie Tingfeng’s appearance stunned everyone.
This was the most honored Speaker of the Second Frontline, personally paying a visit to Su Yuan’s doorstep. What an incredible honor!
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