Kolu stopped smiling. What he wanted was to put pressure on this useless Instructor Caelen through Instructor Hadrian. Of course, he had a mission for coming to Caelen’s class, but as the Young Master of a prominent family, he knew there would be a lot of eyes on him.
How could Instructor Hadrian appear in Class Thirteen without him knowing beforehand?
Although the Academy was said to be neutral and impartial, focusing only on suppressing the Savage Wilderness, it was still a gathering of humans. And where there were humans, there would naturally be a struggle for power and dominance.
Each family had its base and supporters in the Academy.
So, although Kolu wasn’t the one who had activated Instructor Hadrian, he was already aware of his arrival. What Kolu wanted to do was simple: use Instructor Hadrian to put pressure on Caelen so he could observe this weak Caelen for himself.
At the same time, by driving Instructor Hadrian away, he would cast himself in a good light and gain Caelen’s trust!
All in all, it was a good move to help him assimilate into Instructor Caelen’s class.
But who would have thought that Instructor Hadrian would be so unyielding? He was actually being so forceful, as if he truly wanted Kolu to join his class!
With this, Kolu realized that Instructor Hadrian’s arrival wasn’t just a probe. Those backing him were actually trying to force Caelen into something.
And the way Caelen was behaving... It didn’t match the information he had on him at all. All this meant that things were very problematic on both sides!
Caelen had changed, and there were people who knew about it. Were they here to probe him?
’Interesting! Truly interesting!’
None of his thoughts showed on his face. Kolu merely stopped smiling as he asked aloud, "What are you talking about, Instructor Hadrian?"
His voice carried a warning that he couldn’t entirely hide. In fact, he was deliberately allowing it to show.
Instructor Hadrian heard it but didn’t back down. "Lord Kolu, you might not be aware of the Academy’s rules yet, having only just arrived. But all teachers and students have the right to challenge each other. This is to make everyone stronger." Enjoying the story? Read on at novelping . com.
"Of course, Instructor Hadrian. But don’t you have to obtain permission from the Three Tail Flare Hall and get approval before you can challenge anyone?"
Without hesitation, Instructor Hadrian reached into the small pouch tied to his waist and retrieved a paper stamped with the unmistakable authority of the Three Tail Flare Hall.
What was the Three Tail Flare Hall? It was one of the five halls governing the Academy. It was the disciplinary hall responsible for dealing with all internal issues and maintaining law and order.
Nobody wanted to mess with them.
Kolu smiled. He had now confirmed that those behind Instructor Hadrian were not only powerful but also divisive in their methods. He said nothing more and simply looked at the silent Caelen, waiting to see what the instructor would say.
Why was Caelen so silent?
Caelen had already made up his mind. He would show that he was strong. He wanted to forcefully involve himself in whatever game was being played here instead of remaining a passive pawn! Especially now that he had realized he seemed to be at the very centre of the game!
And what better way to do that? They had sent someone to probe him, so he would simply bite the hand they had sent! He could be just as decisive!
He ignored Hadrian and Kolu, instead looking at Alina. "For our newcomers, explain the five halls and how they relate to the Academy. Also, explain how they relate to duels."
The room grew even more tense! Caelen had directly ignored both Kolu and Hadrian as if they didn’t matter. Was he actually using this opportunity to teach?
Of course, many of them sneered inwardly.
’So he’s pretending now that the matter of dueling has come up! Where’s all that bluster and shit he was spewing about killing someone?’
But nobody said anything since Kolu remained silent. Instructor Hadrian also said nothing, despite his ugly expression.
"I..."
Caelen looked at her with a cold expression.
Finally, she began to speak, her head still lowered as if all the eyes staring at her had gained physical weight.
"The Academy has five halls. They form the governing body of the Academy. The Headmaster oversees all five halls and directly controls the Celestial Hall, which administers the Academy. Another hall is the disciplinary hall, which deals with internal issues and security. Another is responsible for dealing with external threats and suppressing the Savage Wilderness. One manages the Academy’s resources, while the last deals with student affairs."
"We have the Celestial Hall, the governing hall directly controlled by the Headmaster. It oversees the other four halls, manages the Academy’s administration, and makes major institutional decisions.
"The Three Tail Flare Hall is responsible for internal security, investigations, discipline, and punishment. It enforces the Academy’s rules and deals with those who threaten its order.
"The Heaven’s Spear Hall is responsible for external threats, military expeditions, and suppressing the Savage Wilderness. It protects the Academy’s territories and confronts powerful beasts and hostile forces.
"Then there’s the Golden Vault Hall, which is responsible for the Academy’s wealth, treasures, cultivation resources, medicinal herbs, artifacts, equipment, and the distribution of supplies and rewards.
"Last is the Eternal Legacy Hall. It’s responsible for the Academy’s teachings, cultivation techniques, ancient records, examinations, and the preservation of its inheritance for future generations. It’s also responsible for preserving the Academy’s secret techniques and legacy."
"To answer your question, Instructor, the Three Tail Flare Hall’s approval means that Class Thirteen has been challenged and must respond. It doesn’t matter whether we accept the challenge or not, but if we don’t respond, our resources will be cut!"
’Interesting. This Academy is even more impressive than I thought!’
Of course, the reason he had asked Alina to answer the question was to gain the relevant information and context for himself.
So he asked, "And when we win?"