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Chapter 12 Long Hengxu, Donghai College
Donghai City—the second-largest city on the East China Sea coast of the Sun-Moon Federation—is renowned for its vital port status, advanced maritime transportation, and abundant marine resources. With a permanent population exceeding three million, the city thrives on its exploitation of marine resources, earning it a solid ranking among the second-tier cities within the Sun-Moon Federation.

Donghai City boasts a long history, and its cityscape retains its quaint style. The Sun-Moon Federation has placed special emphasis on preserving ancient architecture over the past few hundred years, resulting in a plethora of historical buildings over a thousand years old, creating a scene where time seems to have stood still.

Whether it is the booming business atmosphere or the tourism industry, the economic strength of Donghai City has soared in the entire Sun-Moon Federation.

At the Donghai City Soul Guide Train Station, a dark blue Soul Guide Train slowly pulled in and gradually slowed down. In the Donghai region, almost all Soul Guide Trains were primarily blue, symbolizing the depth and vastness of the ocean.

The train came to a steady stop, the doors opened, and passengers filed out, many carrying heavy luggage. The station instantly became lively, with a bustling stream of people surging towards the exits, showcasing the city's energy and bustle.

"Are you Chen Zhou?"

Long Hengxu looked at the photo in his hand, comparing it with the face that looked so aloof, and for a moment he regretted asking such a stupid question.

"Yes, you are the teacher Long that Teacher Lin mentioned?"

Chen Zhou didn't let Long Hengxu continue to feel awkward. Instead, he took the initiative to speak, breaking the slightly awkward atmosphere. His voice was low and calm, with a subtle sense of detachment, as if he was observing everything around him calmly.

Long Hengxu nodded, secretly relieved. He had originally thought Chen Zhou would be difficult to approach, but his attitude, while cold, was not arrogant. He quickly adjusted his mood and gave a professional smile. "Yes, I'm Long Hengxu, the Dean of the Intermediate Department of Donghai College. Teacher Lin specifically instructed me to give you a good reception."

Chen Zhou nodded slightly, saying nothing more. His eyes swept across the bustling crowd in the station, as if searching for something, or simply observing. His expression remained calm, as if everything around him had nothing to do with him.

Seeing this, Long Hengxu couldn't help but feel a little puzzled. He had seen many talented young men, but this was the first time he had encountered someone as calm, almost apathetic, as Chen Zhou. He couldn't help but ask, "Chen Zhou, what are your impressions of Donghai City? How do you feel about this first time here?"

Chen Zhou was silent for a moment before he slowly spoke: "It's very lively, but also very unfamiliar."

Long Hengxu was stunned for a moment, then smiled and said, "Yes, Donghai City is the second largest city in the Sun-Moon Federation. It has a large population and a developed economy. You will definitely get familiar with it as you live here in the future."

Chen Zhou did not respond, but just nodded slightly.

"Chen Zhou, let's go to the academy first. Xi Meng is my junior sister. She called me and asked me to take care of you. If you have any learning difficulties in the future, you can come to the teaching office of the intermediate department to find me."

"I'll help you register and move into the dormitory later. You can rest for a while then."

As Long Hengxu spoke, he walked towards the station exit and motioned Chen Zhou to follow him.

Chen Zhou said nothing, but followed Long Hengxu silently. The two of them walked through the bustling station, walked out of the platform, and came to the streets of Donghai City.

On both sides of the street, ancient buildings and modern skyscrapers complement each other, showing the unique charm of this city. The streets are bustling with people and traffic, showing the prosperity and vitality of Donghai City.

Chen Zhou's gaze lingered for a moment on the buildings lining the street, seemingly intrigued by these ancient structures, but he quickly regained his composure. His steps were brisk and steady, as if each step had been precisely calculated. He neither lagged behind Long Hengxu nor drew too close, maintaining a subtle distance.

Seeing this, Long Hengxu sighed in his heart: "This child is really different."

He originally thought that Chen Zhou would be curious about the new environment in Donghai City, or even a little nervous, but the other party behaved so calmly, as if everything here was under his control.

The two walked along the street in silence, heading towards Donghai College. The people on the street were hurrying around, each doing their own thing, outlining the bustle and vitality of the city.

The roadside shops were overflowing with goods, the cries of hawkers echoed one after another, and the air was filled with the aroma of seafood, as if telling of the maritime culture of Donghai City. "Chenzhou, have you been to Donghai City before?"

Long Hengxu tried to break the silence and get closer to Chen Zhou.

"No, this is the first time."

Chen Zhou's answer was concise and direct, without any unnecessary explanation.

Long Hengxu nodded and continued, "How much do you know about Donghai College? Has Teacher Lin introduced it to you?"

"Teacher Lin mentioned some, but not much."

Chen Zhou's tone remained calm, as if he didn't care about all this.

Long Hengxu felt a little helpless, but he didn't show it. He had never seen a boy like this before. He was only nine years old, but he was like an adult with a completely closed mind. His calmness made people feel a little uneasy.

"Donghai Academy is the top soul master academy in Donghai City. Although it is not as good as Shrek Academy, it is still among the best in the entire federation."

As they walked, Long Hengxu introduced the academy to Chen Zhou, "The academy is divided into intermediate and advanced departments. You are about to enter the intermediate department. The academy has very rich teaching resources, especially in the training of spirit masters, and has a deep foundation."

Chen Zhou still didn't show much interest, just said "hmm" lightly as a response.

Seeing this, Long Hengxu sighed inwardly, but he did not force it too much. After all, Lin Ximeng only asked him to take care of her a little. Since the child had such a personality and refused to approach him, it was no wonder that he did not take good care of her.
Climbing into the car, the bustling city began to recede into the distance. Long Hengxu drove the car, weaving through the streets of Donghai City. The scenery outside the car window constantly changed, ancient buildings intertwined with modern skyscrapers, forming a unique urban landscape. Chen Zhou sat in the passenger seat, gazing calmly out the window, seemingly unsurprised by all this.

The car was completely silent, broken only by the roar of the engine and the occasional honking of a horn. Long Hengxu wanted to speak several times, but seeing Chen Zhou's indifferent expression, he ultimately chose to remain silent.

Finally, we arrived at the gate of Donghai College. The gate was simple and solemn, with the four characters "Donghai College" carved on the lintel. The characters were bold and majestic, showing the college's prestige.

The majestic stone gate tower stands tall and majestic, demonstrating the extraordinary heritage of Donghai College.

As a large-scale spirit master academy with both intermediate and advanced college qualifications, Donghai College is divided into two major teaching areas: the intermediate college department and the advanced college department. Long Hengxu is the director of the teaching department of the intermediate college department.

However, the difference between intermediate and senior colleges is not just a step, but a world of difference. Intermediate colleges implement compulsory education and are tuition-free. Although they occupy two-thirds of the total area of ​​the college, the real essence lies in the senior college department, which only occupies one-third.

In Donghai City and its surrounding towns, any spirit master with a letter of recommendation from a junior academy could enter the intermediate academy for six years of spirit master education. However, by the time they graduated from the sixth grade, less than one in ten students could successfully enter the advanced spirit master academy.

Advanced academies were no longer compulsory education, but rather required students to pass a series of rigorous assessments to gain admission. Those who were able to enter these academies were all elite soul masters.

In short, the Junior College lays the foundation for the basic knowledge of martial spirits and spirit masters, while the Intermediate College focuses on teaching how to apply this knowledge, unleash one's own martial spirit potential, and position oneself for the future. The Advanced College, on the other hand, is a true hall of advanced learning, cultivating the top talents in the spirit master world.

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