Chapter 231: The Book of Heaven's Way (Part 2)

After searching for a long time, he found helplessly that the library still contained the same books, with nothing new added, and no so-called cultivation techniques.

"Was it all wasted?"

Zhang Xuan was utterly embarrassed.

If that were really the case, he could only cry.

Not to mention other effects, even just turning the knowledge in the library into his own would be remarkable. After all, he had accumulated the entire kingdom's book collection; if it all became his knowledge, even without profound theories, he would understand a great deal about many professions.

But in the end... nothing was useful, and it just disappeared?

Could it be any more disappointing?

Unwilling to give up, he searched for a long time but still couldn't find any so-called technique manuals. Zhang Xuan had no choice but to exit the library with a heavy heart.

As soon as his consciousness left, he heard a discussion enter his ears.

"I don't think Teacher Zhang is cultivating!"

"If not cultivating, what is he doing? Eyes closed, not moving at all? Could he be asleep?"

"If he were cultivating, there should be spiritual energy gathering around him, but there's none at all!"

"Not cultivating, not asleep, could it be that Teacher Zhang... Teacher Zhang, don't go, I can't bear to lose you..."

Before he could speak, he was hugged by a fat man, then shaken until he was dizzy.

Don't go? Go your sister! I just had my consciousness in the library, too focused to notice the outside. How did it become like I've passed away in your mouth?

Zhang Xuan was covered in black lines, almost losing his temper.

"Shut up!"

With a cold shout, Zhang Xuan opened his eyes.

"Ah, Teacher Zhang, you're not dead? Great, I thought you had traveled to the land of dreams..."

Seeing Teacher Zhang's face gradually turning green, Yuan Tao's voice grew softer.

Earlier, when they entered the classroom, they saw Teacher Zhang sitting on a stool with eyes closed, motionless. At first, they thought he was resting and didn't pay much attention, but after waiting for over ten minutes without any reaction, and even calling out several times with no response, they panicked.

One by one, they anxiously gathered around, leading to the scene just now.

Just as he was about to scold this reckless fool Yuan Tao, Zheng Yang walked over: "Teacher, Teacher Wang Chao and Master Wang Chong have been waiting outside for a while. Would you like to see them?"

"Wang Chao? Wang Chong? Let them in!" Zhang Xuan waved his hand.

"Wang Chong, along with my unfilial son Wang Chao, pay respects to Teacher Zhang..."

As soon as he entered, Wang Chong lowered his posture.

Zhang Xuan knew he must be apologizing for his son, so he didn't say much.

Although this Wang Chao had repeatedly targeted him, he hadn't caused any substantial harm. In truth, his nature wasn't bad; he targeted him to stand up for a friend.

Since he could even forgive Lu Xun, this guy naturally didn't count for much.

As for Wang Chao, who had originally harbored hostility, upon hearing that Zhang Xuan allowed Wang Chong to teach him the Heaven's Way Spear Technique, he immediately trembled with excitement.

The power of the Heaven's Way Spear Technique had been clearly seen at the chairman's seat, and he itched to learn it. Having obtained the promise of permission to learn, his resentment toward Teacher Zhang turned entirely into admiration and gratitude.

After the two left, Clan Leader Wang Hong, Clan Leader Bai Ming, and others came to visit one after another. Then, under the stunned gazes of Zhao Ya and the others, the dean, Elder Tian, President Ouyang, Teacher Shen Biru, Teacher Han Qiong...

The narrow classroom, previously remote and deserted with not even a ghost in sight, seemed to become the center of the entire academy. One by one, high-status figures who could command the wind and rain at Tianxuan Academy all came to pay their respects.

Zhang Xuan hated dealing with these things, but since they had come specially, he couldn't drive them away, so he had to brace himself.

However, fortunately, these people seemed to know he was somewhat displeased and didn't stay long before taking their leave.

"Zhang Xuan, are you going to leave Hongtian Academy?"

Shen Biru, who had entered last, stayed for a while before finally asking.

Originally, as the academy's number one beauty and an excellent teacher, she was radiant and had no intersection with a disreputable low-level teacher like him. But unexpectedly, Zhang Xuan had risen suddenly, making a big name for himself in less than twenty days and even becoming the senior brother of three famous teachers.

With such a promising future, a small place like Hongtian Academy could no longer contain him; sooner or later, he would go farther and farther.

Understanding this, she felt a slight bitterness in her heart.

Although they were only colleagues, this young man was the first person to arouse her curiosity and attention. If he left like this, she would feel somewhat reluctant.

"Mm."

Not knowing the girl's tangled thoughts, Zhang Xuan nodded.

The reason he had stayed at the academy was because of these students. Now that they had grown, and he had obtained the Star Teacher qualification and apprentice status, with his strength reaching the peak of the Tongxuan realm, it was time to go out and see the world.

Moreover, most importantly, he wanted to resolve the poison in his body as soon as possible.

Otherwise, carrying a time bomb would be uncomfortable for anyone. He didn't want to die again shortly after coming back to life, before even enjoying his new life.

"Then... where are you going? Bei Wu Kingdom?"

Upon confirmation, Shen Biru couldn't help asking.

Although she felt reluctant, she knew that with this young man's genius, the gap between them would only grow wider, their intersections fewer, and they would never meet again.

After all, they were from two different worlds.

"No, I want to go to Tian Wu Kingdom!" Zhang Xuan said.

The Honglian Mountain Range in Tian Wu Kingdom likely had a Poison Hall. Since he was leaving Tianxuan, he naturally wanted to go there first to have a look.

"Tian Wu, a first-class kingdom? That far?" Shen Biru was startled. "Although the two kingdoms are adjacent, they are actually tens of thousands of kilometers apart. How will you get there?"

"I'm considering that too..." Zhang Xuan hesitated.

From the geographical maps in the library, he knew that the continent he was on was vast and boundless, its true extent unknown.

What she said was correct. Although Tian Wu Kingdom sounded adjacent to Tianxuan, it was actually tens of thousands of kilometers away. Even the fastest horse would take several months to reach.

If it weren't so far, a small place like Tianxuan would have long been incorporated into a powerful kingdom; how could it be allowed to exist independently?

"What's there to consider? Just go to the Beast Hall and take a [Beast Mount]!" Han Qiong, who was nearby, stretched lazily and interjected with a smile.

"Beast Hall? Beast Mount?"

"The Beast Hall is an organization like the Alchemist Guild and Artifact Forging Guild, also known as the Tamer Guild. It is formed by tamers who have tamed countless flying beasts for people to use as transportation, i.e., Beast Mounts. The fast ones can travel ten thousand li a day. Although it's far from here to Tian Wu Kingdom, with a Beast Mount, it's only a few days' journey."

Han Qiong said.

"Oh?" Zhang Xuan's eyes lit up.

Wasn't this like an airplane in his previous life?

"Han Qiong, don't talk nonsense if you don't know!" Shen Biru gave her friend a look. "The Lightning Beast Mount you mentioned is the fastest. Each one is said to have the strength of a Grandmaster. The entire Beast Hall has only one, and only high-status famous teachers or official tamers are qualified to ride it. The ones we ordinary people ride are very slow; flying two or three thousand kilometers a day is considered good."

"Yes, Teacher Shen is right. The Lightning Beast Mount is indeed not something just anyone can ride; even famous teacher apprentices are not qualified!" Han Qiong nodded.

Zhang Xuan nodded in agreement. If such a fast mount were available to everyone, it wouldn't highlight privilege. He didn't dwell on the issue and continued asking.

"Does Tianxuan Kingdom have a Beast Hall?"

In the royal city, he had seen the Alchemist Guild, Artifact Forging Guild, and Teacher Guild, but never heard of a Beast Hall.

Although he hadn't spent much time in the royal city since his rebirth, his previous self had grown up there. If there really was one, he would have heard of it long ago. How could he be so ignorant, having heard nothing?

"There is a Beast Hall, but not in the royal city; it's in the nearby mountain range!"

Shen Biru smiled lightly. "You know, beasts prefer an unrestrained life; mountains and forests are their living environment. If the Beast Hall were built in the royal city, with beasts flying around all day, many people would be terrified!"

"That makes sense!" Zhang Xuan nodded.

Beasts are fierce. Without a sufficiently large environment, if kept in cages all the time, they probably wouldn't survive long.

It's like wild rabbits or wild boars being hard to domesticate.

"What, want to find the Beast Hall? Want me to take you there? I've been there several times and know the location well. I also have acquaintances there. If I take you, I might be able to help you find a very good flying beast."

Teacher Han Qiong smiled slightly.

"Hmph!" Seeing her friend's blatant words, Shen Biru frowned. "Teacher Zhang, don't listen to her nonsense. If you really want to go to the Beast Hall, I can take you there!"

"I might have to trouble Teacher Shen then!" Zhang Xuan felt a bit overwhelmed by this enchanting Teacher Han and couldn't help cupping his hands.

Compared to her, he felt more comfortable with Teacher Shen.

Besides, no matter what, the two of them were relatively familiar.

"Alright!" Shen Biru nodded. "When do we set off? I'll prepare in advance?"

"I have an open class tomorrow. I'll leave after it's over."

After a moment of thought, Zhang Xuan said.

The poison in his body needed to be resolved as soon as possible. Since he had decided to leave, there was no need to hesitate.

"Alright, I'll go prepare then!"

Teacher Shen nodded and left with Han Qiong.

As soon as they left the classroom, Shen Biru couldn't help looking at Han Qiong beside her. "Teacher Han, you're not really interested in Teacher Zhang, are you?"

"Me?" Han Qiong looked over with a smile. "Shouldn't I be asking you that? I was just testing to see how you would react. I didn't expect you to directly agree to take him there... Hehe, this shouldn't be something our school beauty, the ice queen, would do!"

"I..." Shen Biru's pretty face flushed.

"I know you might have feelings for him. To be honest, such an outstanding man is liked by everyone, but..."

Han Qiong shook her head, her previous frivolity gone, her beautiful eyes filled with gravity.

"With strength and talent, and the ability to endure for so long without regard for gain or loss... as long as he doesn't fall, he will eventually astonish the world and make a name for himself!"

"Such a person..."

"We are not worthy!"