Chapter 89: Sister-brother romance is destined to be a trend

Old Wang hesitated. "Really?"

"Really!" Mo Tong swore.

"Then let's make a deal. Can you go a bit easier on him?" Old Wang still looked reluctant, after all, that was the softest spot in his heart.

"That won't help him improve!" Mo Tong confidently said, "Trust me, true strength is forged through hardship. This is our Mahoraga creed. I became strong this way since I was young!"

"Alright then... fine!" Old Wang struggled to make up his mind, "Junior Brother Mo Tong, I'll leave it to you! Fantasia is my best buddy, please train him seriously! And try to be a little gentler..."

"I'll take care of it! But I have one condition: you must be present. After all, I'm not familiar with that Fantasia!"

"Ah, well, Junior Brother, it will hurt my heart. When it hurts, I need medicine. The cost of the medicine..."

"No problem. Forget about the medicine fee; I'll even cover the coffin expenses!" Mo Tong laughed happily. Although he couldn’t beat Wang Feng, he could beat his most precious person right in front of him. Watching Wang Feng’s pained expression would be satisfying enough.

When Li Sitan returned, he didn’t continue the previous lesson but announced something else.

"There's a temporary notice from the academy. You three need to go to the small auditorium for a lecture on current affairs. A hero is visiting us."

Lectures on current affairs usually meant a renowned hero was visiting. Only the top students from each faculty were eligible to attend, as they were the future pillars of the League of Blades.

By the time they arrived at the auditorium, there were already dozens of people there—students from the Martial Dao Courtyard, the Wizard Academy, the Institute of Potions, and the Soul Beast Master Academy, among others. Many familiar faces were present.

Members of the Eight Houses were also there, notably Lucky Heaven, who was sitting in the front row wearing a mask—a rare sight indeed.

The princess rarely appeared in the academy; at least half of the students had never seen her in person. Her presence caused a stir, with many whispering and discussing her.

Old Wang scanned the room and saw only a few administrative staff members. Karida wasn’t there, but surprisingly, the handsome Blue Sky stood silently in a dark corner of the auditorium. If not for Old Wang’s keen sense, he might not have noticed him.

What wind blew him here? Old Wang wondered, but immediately, Blue Sky’s sharp senses detected him, giving him a faint glance.

Old Wang quickly composed himself, pretending to be innocent.

Mo Tong and Yin Fu naturally went to join the Eight Houses, leaving Old Wang to sit alone in the back, coincidentally next to someone familiar.

"You actually have the privilege to attend this lecture," Winnie smiled at Old Wang. She hadn’t wanted to come; these lectures were essentially brainwashing sessions. If she needed real intelligence, her family’s database was far more comprehensive.

"I didn’t want to come either, but what can I do?" Old Wang patted his head, sighing, "After all, I’m the face of the Rune Department. What about you?"

Curiously, Old Wang asked, "Winnie, you don’t seem like the type to obediently attend lectures."

"Neither did I have a choice!" Winnie revealed a side of herself that showed her helplessness, "The woman teaching today is close to my old man. If I didn’t come, she’d complain to him!"

"Interesting!" Old Wang’s eyes lit up, "Who is this bitch?"

This term ‘bitch’ struck a chord with Winnie, and she was suddenly eager to chat.

"A hero from the Temple Headquarters! Her name is Qin Xuan, an exorcist." Winnie gritted her teeth, "Don’t let her being an exorcist fool you; she’s powerful within the League of Blades, comparable to our principal. She’s also part of the ‘Light and Shadow’ organization and holds a high position in the Holy City."

The Holy Sanctuary academies are affiliated with their respective cities or countries, without armies. They serve as elite reserves for various factions and maintain good relations with local authorities. However, there is a central headquarters known as the Holy City, which has significant influence over the entire League of Blades, both in name and reality. It is the spiritual center of the League.

This arrangement ensures peaceful coexistence between the Holy Sanctuary and traditional powers of the League.

The Temple Headquarters has its own army, consisting of the top students from each academy every year. These elites are selected to permanently reside in the Holy City, making it exceptionally powerful, rivaling Datura Empire’s elite forces. Heroes renowned in the Holy City hold positions equal to Karida.

As for Light and Shadow, it is the Holy Sanctuary’s unique intelligence network, complementing the Li family of the League. High-ranking officials of Light and Shadow often interact with the Li family, which makes sense.

Old Wang understood. As they spoke, the so-called ‘bitch’ entered.

She appeared to be a mature woman in her forties, with a high bun and exquisite features. Despite her formal attire, her voluptuous figure was evident, making her quite attractive.

Her presence was commanding. With just a casual glance, the chatter from the elite students ceased, and the auditorium fell silent.

Amazing!

Not referring to Qin Xuan, but Old Wang was surprised to see Blue Sky, standing in the shadows, looking at her with admiration.

Damn, a May-December romance? How did two intelligence operatives end up falling for each other?

Important intel, a shocking news story. He should jot it down for future leverage against Blue Sky.

"My name is Qin Xuan, from the Holy City. I am your lecturer today."

Qin Xuan’s voice was not loud but carried clearly, as if amplified by a speaker. Yet, it sounded natural, like a conversation right beside you, indicating advanced soul power techniques.

A truly powerful exorcist uses their abilities subtly and seamlessly, and Qin Xuan clearly had reached such mastery.

"All of you are the elite of the Rose and the future of the League of Blades. True excellence isn’t just about combat prowess but also inner cultivation and understanding of the world..."

It was the usual rhetoric, first brainwashing, then boasting. However, some points caught Old Wang’s attention, especially those related to his predecessor’s employer.

"As we all know, the Nine Gods Empire is the common enemy of all our clans and factions. The tragic holy war years ago left both sides severely weakened, leading to a ceasefire agreement. In recent years, the Nine Gods Empire has made significant progress in potion-making and rune mechanics, thanks to the research manuscripts left by the Supreme Saint and the Eight Sages. Their overall national strength, technology, and military power have greatly improved. We haven’t been idle either, but today I want to emphasize that the Nine Gods Empire is much stronger than any of you imagine."

"We’ve enjoyed peace, and everyone feels serene, but I must say, this is all an illusion. The Nine Gods Empire has never stopped infiltrating and attacking us, just in different forms."

Qin Xuan turned and wrote several names on the board.

"Their relentless efforts are more insidious than battlefield warfare. They attempt to undermine our faith and systems, but we have thwarted them. This is a long-term battle, and we cannot afford any negligence. These individuals are key figures you need to know."

Qin Xuan tapped the board, pointing to four names: Long Kang, Long Zhen, Long Xiang, and Long Jing.