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Shen Mo gave Su Xiao an appreciative look: "Junior Sister Xiao's words are exactly the key point. At the beginning of the academy, there is no need to force it; those who are willing will come."

"What we need to do is to make it the premier cultivation holy land in the Southern Region! To make entering the Dao Academy an honor, a symbol of status!"

He looked at everyone and said decisively, "The site of the academy will be located in Qixia Valley on the east side of the main peak. It is a place with abundant spiritual energy and a tranquil environment. Elder Han, you will be in charge of the overall construction and allocation of all materials."

"Li Xiaocao and Zhao Qingyan, you two are responsible for drafting the introductory teachings for the alchemy and formation arts. They should be presented in a clear and concise manner, showcasing the strengths of my Liuyun lineage. Shi Tie!"

"I'm here!" Shi Tie exclaimed in surprise.

"You, the War Hall, will be responsible for the physical training and basic combat skills courses at the academy! Don't turn these kids into brutes who only know how to fight blindly; cultivate their spirit and energy!"

"Understood!" Shi Tie grinned. "Don't worry, Sect Leader, I know what I'm doing! I guarantee you'll get solid training!"

"Su Xiao," Shen Mo concluded, "the Shadow Guards will assist in screening the backgrounds of the first batch of trainees, ensuring their integrity. At the same time, we must closely monitor the reactions of the major powers, especially the Blazing Sun Sect and the Heavenly Sword Sect."

"Yes!" Everyone answered in unison, eager to get started, their eyes filled with the passion to create a new business.

The news spread like wildfire throughout the alliance.

At the foot of Qingyun Mountain, the Sihai Market and even further afield, the gathering places of independent cultivators and the mountain gates of small sects were in complete uproar.

For those small sects struggling at the bottom of cultivation and rootless rogue cultivators, this is undoubtedly a ray of light shining through the darkness!

"Heavens have eyes! The Qingyun Alliance is righteous! There's hope for my son!"

"Quick! Go back and take out all our savings to buy the kid a 'spirit-opening pill.' We have to give it a try, no matter what!"

"I heard that once you enter the Dao Academy, you'll have the chance to learn the true teachings of the Qingyun Sect! You can also exchange contribution points for access to secret realms!"

"What are you waiting for? Sign up now!"

For a time, the roads leading to Qingyun Mountain were filled with many people carrying children and looking travel-worn.

Parents have high hopes for their children to succeed, while the faces of teenagers are filled with a mixture of nervousness and anticipation.

Some sect leaders and elders even personally led their most outstanding disciples, prepared generous gifts, and arrived at Qingyun Mountain early to make arrangements, hoping to increase their chances of being selected.

At the registration point outside Qixia Valley, long queues have formed for days, and the Qingyun Sect disciples in charge of registration and verification are extremely busy.

However, in stark contrast to this bustling scene, the traditional strongholds of major sects such as the Blazing Sun Sect and the Heavenly Sword Sect are desolate and rife with undercurrents.

The Crimson Sun Side Hall of the Lieyang Sect.

The atmosphere inside the hall was heavy, with the fragrance of sandalwood wafting through the air, yet it couldn't dispel the oppressive smell of gunpowder.

Huoyun Daoist sat in the main seat with a somber expression, while the core elders below him all looked grim.

"Bang!" A hot-tempered elder slammed his hand on the armrest, his crimson beard and hair standing on end. "Outrageous! That brat Shen Mo has gone too far! He actually dares to set up some kind of Dao Academy, undermining the foundation of our sects! This trend must not be allowed to continue! It must be strongly resisted!"

Another, more composed elder stroked his beard, looking worried: "Resist? Easier said than done. The Qingyun Alliance is powerful now, and it's using the righteous cause to win people's hearts. If we openly oppose it, we'll only earn a reputation for hindering newcomers and being narrow-minded."

"Those small sects and independent cultivators are all hoping that this academy can turn its fortunes around."

"Are we just going to stand by and watch him plunder all the promising talents?" the fiery elder roared. "Without fresh blood, how will our sect continue its lineage?"

Huoyun Daoist slowly opened his eyes, flames flickering within them, his voice hoarse: "Shen Mo's actions are a calculated scheme. If we openly oppose him, we will play right into his hands, allowing him to use this opportunity to criticize us for being complacent and push smaller forces towards the Qingyun Alliance."

He paused, then said coldly, "Pass down the order: the Blazing Sun Sect and its affiliated sects are strictly prohibited from having their core disciples participate in this selection. As for... those outer disciples, or those who are not very important collateral disciples of smaller sects, if any of them 'voluntarily' go, do not forcibly stop them, but record them and observe them secretly."

"I'd like to see what tricks his Qingyun Dao Academy can come up with!"

"Sect Master is brilliant!" The elders were taken aback at first, but then they understood. This was an open attempt not to oppose, but a covert effort to trip them up, while also sending in a few inconspicuous pawns to probe the situation. It saved face while leaving room for a backup plan.

Heavenly Sword Sect, Burial Sword Pavilion.

The atmosphere here was even colder. Jian Wuhen sat in the shadows, his entire being resembling a drawn sword, exuding a chilling aura. Below him, several elders of the Sword Hall remained silent, trembling with fear.

"Qingyun Academy? Hmph, a den of iniquity!" Jian Wuhen's voice was like the friction of ice shards. "Disciples of my Heavenly Sword Sect, with unyielding integrity, how could we learn those unorthodox methods and be tainted by the corrupt atmosphere of the Flowing Cloud Sect!"

An elder, forcing a smile, said, "Elder Wuhen, that may be true, but the alliance is powerful now. If we refuse outright, I'm afraid... some of the younger disciples will become restless."

"Issue my sword decree: Anyone under the Heavenly Sword Sect who dares to register will have their cultivation crippled and be expelled from the sect! Their respective sects will also have their resource quotas revoked for three years!"

The order was issued, and the area under the influence of the Heavenly Sword Sect was filled with solemnity. However, under such pressure, undercurrents were bound to surge.

Some talented but resource-poor young disciples, upon hearing of the academy's generous conditions, inevitably felt a sense of resentment and longing, but dared not express it due to the sect's rules.

The Treasure Pavilion, a secret branch.

Chen Hao held the purple clay teapot, took a satisfied sip of spiritual tea, and smiled at his trusted manager, "Look at Alliance Leader Shen's generosity! How many pills, magical artifacts, talismans, and array plates will be needed once the academy opens?"

"And then there's the food, clothing, and other necessities for the trainees—tsk tsk, this is a huge, long-term business!"

"Hurry up and prepare all the high-quality, reasonably priced 'Qi Refining Stage Packages' in our warehouse! Also, try to get on the good side of Elder Li Xiaocao and Elder Zhao Qingyan and see if the academy's procurement procedures have been finalized!"

"Boss, are we going to offend the Blazing Sun Sect and the Heavenly Sword Sect by being so proactive?" the confidant asked with some concern.

Chen Hao scoffed, "Offend? We're businessmen, harmony brings wealth! If the Blazing Sun Sect and the Heavenly Sword Sect could offer such lucrative deals, I'd cooperate with them too!"

"Right now, anyone with eyes can see that the Qingyun Alliance is gaining momentum. If we don't latch onto this powerful force, we'll be left with nothing!"

"Don't worry, Alliance Leader Shen is a sensible person and knows our value."

Qingyun Mountain, Liuyun Palace.

Han Lin compiled the intelligence gathered from various locations and reported it to Shen Mo. The old man frowned slightly, a hint of worry in his eyes: "Sect Leader, as you predicted, the Blazing Sun Sect and the Heavenly Sword Sect are indeed at odds. The Heavenly Sword Sect has even issued a strict order forbidding its disciples from participating."

"Of those who have applied this time, eight or nine out of ten are independent cultivators or disciples of small sects. I'm afraid... it will be difficult to find top talents."

Su Xiaoqing, who was standing to the side, spoke coldly: "The Blazing Sun Sect does not seem to have explicitly prohibited it, but according to the Shadow Guard's investigation, most of the people who signed up for its affiliated sects were peripheral disciples or people who were not valued, which is intended to test them."

"The Heavenly Sword Sect is under immense pressure, and there is considerable discontent within its ranks. Some disciples have already been secretly inquiring about the situation at the Dao Academy."

Shi Tie yelled, "Who cares! Come or don't come! We have good stuff, why are we afraid no one will learn it? Perfect, saves me, old Shi, the trouble of teaching!"

"Those kids from the big sects are all so arrogant, they'd rather be a hassle than be here!"