The red demons in the outermost area flew up one after another, as if some terrifying creature was rushing in, invincible in every way.
"What's going on? Isn't that the evil leader above the Immortal King?" People were shocked.
The outermost layer of the grand formation is meant to repel evil demons above the Immortal King realm. Only demons at the Immortal King realm and below are allowed in. The outermost layer is a place of absolute death, and even the high-ranking Immortal King realm members of the Academy are not allowed to set foot there.
"Puff puff puff...
Suddenly, a blade light shot skyward. Wherever the blade passed, blood and flesh flew everywhere. The red-scaled demons shattered in fragments, and blood rain rained down from the heavens.
"Boom!"
Suddenly, a fiery lotus blossomed, a sea of fire surged, sweeping across the world. Countless red-scaled demons let out piercing roars, their bodies set ablaze by flames.
"What about the Lotus ...?"
"Isn't it Senior Brother Long Chen's ultimate move, the World-Destroying Fire Lotus?" Someone cried out in alarm.
"Puff puff puff...
Amidst the endless sea of fire, blade light rampaged as the red-scaled evil demons were slain one after another. Amidst the fire, a man dressed in a black robe and wielding a blood-red long blade descended like a god, charging in from the sea of evil demons.
"Oh my god, it really is Senior Brother Long Chen—no, Dean Long Chen."
When they saw the man wielding a blood-red broadsword, who would cut down any red-scaled demon blocking his way, wherever he passed, the demons retreated and were invincible, causing people to cry out in shock.
That person was none other than Long Chen. Long Chen had already approached Lingxiao Academy, but holding his knife, he slashed for nearly half an hour before slashing from the outskirts all the way to the academy. Along the way, he killed countless red-scaled demons. If he weren't for his strong sense of direction, Long Chen would have feared losing himself.
When Long Chen saw the academy's grand formation, he was fortunate not to stray from it. The red-scaled demons in front of the formation were the most numerous, desperately biting at the formation. But Lingxiao Academy's formation was exceptionally sturdy and completely unaffected. They roared anxiously but were helpless.
When Long Chen appeared, they unleashed all their anger at him. The divine ring behind Long Chen trembled, and with one man and one blade, he charged forward with brute force. With one strike, the red-scaled demons fell in waves. He slammed his broadsword onto his shoulder, took a few steps forward, and slashed fiercely again, stepping over the corpse of the red-scaled demon as he advanced.
"Dean Long Chen is so handsome."
Among the academy disciples, countless female disciples couldn't help but scream in shock at Long Chen's unparalleled heroic presence.
Inside the academy, countless disciples at the Divine Fire Realm and the Transcendence Realm, because they were not qualified to go to battle, could only watch from behind, training their courage and learning from experience.
Some of them had later joined Lingxiao Academy, having only heard of Long Chen's reputation but never seen him.
Now, seeing this renowned figure in the Tianlan Domain, everyone was overwhelmed with excitement and shouted loudly.
"Puff, puff, puff... Long
Chen slashed wildly all the way and finally reached the boundary realm. Entering the barrier, many red-scaled demons lunged at him from behind, but Long Chen didn't even glance at them.
This barrier is specifically designed to target evil spirits; academy disciples can freely come and go without any restrictions.
"Well done, I knew I hadn't misjudged you." As soon as Long Chen entered the barrier, a burly figure clad in battle armor stood before him, laughing heartily.
"Haha, Elder Tianlei, long time no see." Long Chen recognized the powerful figure—it was Elder Tianlei, who had just joined the academy and backed him up.
The academy had four great elders: Heaven, Earth, Wind, and Thunder. Back then, Long Chen couldn't discern Elder Tianlei's cultivation, but now he realized that Elder Tianlei was actually a terrifying Immortal King. No wonder he didn't even pay attention to the Alchemy Institute back then.
Seeing Elder Tianlei, Long Chen was also very surprised. He had always remembered the encouragement from Elder Tianlei back then.
At this moment, seeing Elder Tianlei's vital energy surging like a sea, thunder roaring within his body, as if a barbarian dragon was lurking, his pressure overwhelming. Only then did Long Chen realize just how terrifying Elder Tianlei's strength truly was.
At the same time, he understood that Lingxiao Academy was truly full of hidden talents, hidden far too deep.
Elder Tianlei was also very happy to see Long Chen. He patted Long Chen the shoulder and shook Long Chen's body vigorously.
If he weren't strong enough, he probably would have slammed him into the ground. Feeling Long Chen's formidable body, Elder Tianlei's face showed a proud expression:
"I told you, I wouldn't be wrong. I'm making progress faster than I imagined. Slaying half-step Realm King-level evil demons is as easy as slicing melons. The younger generation really is formidable."
"Elder Tianlei, you flatter me." Long Chen felt a bit embarrassed by the compliment.
"Go to the academy and meet the dean. Everything here is minor; everything is within controllable limits.
He deliberately lets the kids practice their skills, gain experience, and give them some perks, so they won't be scared out of their wits when facing real demons in the future. Elder Tianlei said with a smile.
Hearing Elder Tianlei's tone, Long Chen finally understood that the situation was not as serious as he had imagined.
He was still thinking, with Elder Tianlei's strength, killing those red-scaled evil demons would be no pressure at all. It seemed he was deliberately besieging the city, letting the disciples grow under pressure.
Elder Tianlei was actually here to supervise, which made him worry for nothing.
As Long Chen walked forward, countless disciples greeted him. Long Chen waved to them and reminded them to focus on killing enemies, not treat them as a game. Life is one's own, it belongs to family. Not knowing how to cherish life is not bravery, that is foolishness.
At first, Long Chen was gentle and friendly, but when it came to life and death, his expression turned cold. These disciples weren't true warriors; many were spoiled and careless. If you didn't treat them strictly, if they really went to the battlefield, they'd easily lose their lives in a confused way.
With Long Chen's cold expression, the disciples immediately became serious, even more effective than the stern warnings from the elders and mentors.
Once inside the academy, the newly initiated disciples at the Divine Fire Realm and the Mortal Transformation Realm no longer had so many reservations. They all waved to Long Chen, and after greeting them, a dedicated elder took Long Chen to meet the dean.
When he saw the dean, Long Chen was shocked. Only then did he realize that the ordinary old man who wiped the scriptures in the Divine Path Scripture Pavilion was actually the dean, Bai Letian, the grandfather of Bai Xiaole and Bai Shishi.
Seeing Long Chen's surprised expression, Bai Letian smiled and said, "What's wrong?" Is the Director very surprised? "
Dean, please don't call me that. It feels a bit unbearable. You should just call me Long Chen, or else it would feel strange." Long Chen hurriedly said.
Although he was the branch hospital director, he had never truly considered himself one; it was just for fun, just to put on a bluffing title.
"Then I won't be polite. I'll call you by your name in private." Bai Letian nodded, then said with a somewhat serious expression:
"Let me tell you, the opponent's target this time isn't the main academy, but your Seventh Branch. Moreover, the Seventh Branch is currently under siege by three major forces, and the situation is extremely critical."
"The three major powers?" Who are they? Long Chen was both shocked and furious. So many forces were targeting him?