“Ancestor, he is an inner disciple of the Institute,” Elder Xavier spoke before Billy could respond. After a brief pause, he added, “There’s something else to report. He has mastered the ‘Cracked Sky’ blade technique and can wield nearly seventy percent of its power.”
“Are you joking?” The phantom dean looked at Elder Xavier. “He is only at the third-rank Entering Dao Realm and can exert seventy percent of ‘Cracked Sky’s’ power?”
Clearly, he didn’t believe it.
“Billy, show the ancestor,” Elder Xavier said to Billy.
“Alright!” Billy nodded. He switched the shadow blade in his hand for the kylin blade.
Seeing the blade in Billy’s hand, the phantom dean’s eyes narrowed slightly. He hadn’t expected the academy to give Billy the treasured kylin blade.
The next moment, Billy gripped the kylin blade and activated ‘Cracked Sky.’ The blade’s light tore through the void like lightning, leaving a pitch-black crack that quickly healed under the law of heaven and earth.
“Hmm?” Sensing the power of the strike, the phantom dean’s eyes brightened. He now believed Elder Xavier’s words. This strike indeed displayed about seventy percent of ‘Cracked Sky’s’ power.
“A third-rank Entering Dao Realm achieving such feats is impressive!” The phantom dean showed a hint of satisfaction. With such a talented genius, the Institute had a promising future.
“Thank you for your praise, senior!” Billy bowed slightly.
“The position of the next dean should go to him, right?” The phantom dean turned to Elder Xavier.
“Uh…” Billy was about to explain but was interrupted by Elder Xavier.
“Rest assured, Ancestor, we had already considered this!”
Billy was speechless. Did Elder Xavier just set him up?
“Good!” The phantom dean nodded and looked at Billy again. “Give me your blade!”
“Okay!” Billy handed over the kylin blade.
“Your earlier strike was good but lacked some finesse. Watch closely!” The phantom dean stepped forward, gripping the blade with one hand. He slashed towards the sky, creating a thunderous blade light that left a thousand-meter-long pitch-black crack in the void, much longer than Billy’s previous attempt. It resembled an abyss and took a while to heal.
The sheer magnitude was enough to instill despair!
“Thank you, senior!” Billy bowed in gratitude. Witnessing the true ‘Cracked Sky’ technique firsthand was invaluable.
“Unworthy descendant Spencer Bailey greets the ancestor!” Spencer Bailey arrived with Aubree and Harleen. The remaining members of the Holy Ghost Tribe lay lifeless on the ground.
“You are the current dean of the Institute?” The phantom dean asked Spencer Bailey.
“Yes!” Spencer Bailey bowed.
“Too weak!” The phantom dean remarked.
Spencer Bailey’s mouth twitched slightly. “My talent is mediocre; I have disappointed you…”
“Hmm?” The phantom dean’s gaze shifted to Harleen. “Who are you? Why do you hold the feather sword?”
“Senior, Harleen is my beloved,” Billy explained.
“Oh?” The phantom dean was slightly surprised. “A well-matched couple!”
“Thank you for your praise, senior!” Harleen bowed.
“A natural Crystal Spirit Physique, excellent!” The phantom dean’s eyes gleamed. “Have you practiced ‘Five Elements Blade Dance’?”
“Without your permission, please forgive me!” Harleen bowed again.
“Hahaha… No matter!” The phantom dean laughed heartily. “With you two watching over the Institute, I am relieved!”
“Thank you for your kindness, senior!” Harleen bowed again after a brief surprise.
“Your cultivation level is too low. Before my soul consciousness fades completely, let me give you a gift!” The phantom dean smiled again.
He then turned to Billy. “Boy, take good care of Canyon View Institute for me!”
With that, he transformed into a white light and entered Harleen’s forehead.
The next moment, the phantom dean’s voice echoed in Harleen’s mind: “Sit cross-legged and circulate your cultivation technique; leave the rest to me!”
“Alright!” Harleen complied and sat down.
Billy and the others knew that the phantom dean was helping her improve her cultivation, so they didn’t disturb her.
About an hour later, a powerful aura erupted from Harleen. Her strength had increased several levels compared to before, revealing her first-rank Entering Dao Realm cultivation!
“Harleen, did you break through to Entering Dao Realm?” Ivy asked in surprise when Harleen opened her eyes and stood up.
“Yes!” Harleen smiled and nodded.
Everyone couldn’t help but marvel.
“Congratulations, Harleen!” Spencer Bailey smiled at her.
“Thank you, Elder Xavier and Dean!” Harleen bowed gratefully to both of them.
“Haha… It’s all thanks to Ancestor; we didn’t help at all!” Elder Xavier laughed.
Then he turned to Billy. “Billy Boy, don’t forget your promise to Ancestor. You are the next dean of Canyon View Institute!”
Billy choked on his saliva. After a brief pause, he said, “Elder Xavier, this isn’t appropriate. I’m not worthy…”
“Nonsense!” Elder Xavier interrupted him. “This is Ancestor’s personal decision; nothing could be more appropriate!”
“Elder Xavier…” Billy tried to continue.
“Enough! This matter is settled!” Elder Xavier interrupted again.
Billy’s mouth twitched slightly.
“You all should heal your injuries today. Tomorrow I’ll take you to choose martial techniques!” Elder Xavier said to Casey and the others.
“Thank you, Elder Xavier!” they replied in unison.
A few minutes later, after a brief conversation with Billy, Elder Xavier and Spencer Bailey headed towards the back mountain.
“Azure Fang, Bob, Ian, collect the storage rings from those Holy Ghost Tribe members!” Billy instructed after Elder Xavier left.
“Got it!” Azure Fang and the others nodded.
Billy and Ivy then began treating everyone’s injuries. Though not severe, it took them less than two hours to stabilize everyone’s condition.
“Azure Fang, what’s in Ace Hatfield’s storage ring?” Judge asked Azure Fang.
“A lot!” Azure Fang replied.
“… How much is a lot?” Judge’s mouth twitched.
“See for yourself!” Azure Fang flicked his finger, sending the storage ring to Judge.
“Damn! Did he stash the entire Holy Ghost Tribe’s treasury in his storage ring?” Judge exclaimed after probing it with his spiritual power.