Engagement Canceled: I Can Extract Prefixes-Chapter 235 - 234: Looking Back Now, It Was Tianyi Academy Who Was Reaching Above Its Station for You
Upon arriving here, the students from the other Academies hadn’t yet realized what was happening.
They just assumed the competition was to be held near the cliff’s edge.
But it was only after someone from the Mountain Sea Academy spoke that they realized their misunderstanding.
In front of the waterfall, dozens of single logs are nailed into the cliff.
The competition planned by the Mountain Sea Academy requires students from each Academy to step onto these logs and stand on them to participate in the challenge!
A slight instability in stance and one cannot even stand properly, let alone compete.
Withstanding the pressure from above, how many can truly sustain themselves?
Shen Han looked up at the fellow students around him, their expressions were not good either.
Being eliminated in the first round is indeed quite embarrassing.
Inwardly, they couldn’t help but curse the Mountain Sea Academy, thinking they did it on purpose, deliberately choosing such a dangerous place to hold the competition, just to embarrass others.
But these things can only be cursed in their hearts.
Ultimately, it comes down to a lack of personal power...
After seeing the competition venue, Tianyi Academy set up camp a mile away.
The more difficult it is, the more important it is to maintain a good temperament and state.
Inside the tent, the Dean of Tianyi Academy emphasized once again in front of everyone.
Do not push yourself too hard, and if you can’t sustain it, give up immediately.
Also, don’t fear the cliff below, firstly because there’s a very deep river beneath it, falling into it wouldn’t be a big deal.
Furthermore, the tutors of Tianyi Academy are there to protect them.
During the fall, someone will naturally catch them.
After instructing everyone, the Dean of Tianyi Academy sought out Yu Jing again.
Seeing the competition venue, the dean’s old face acquired a few more wrinkles.
He is very worried now that the first test will eliminate a significant number of Tianyi Academy’s students...
The dean’s hopes are now entirely placed on Yu Jing.
From 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM, he talked for a full six hours before returning to the tent.
He looked at the group of students he personally taught, several of whom were slightly frowning.
This made him even more worried.
Standing on the edge of the cliff, with one foot on a log.
If there’s a problem with your temperament, how can you stand on it then?
Looking around, it was Shen Han, this student who is new to the Academy competition, who appeared rather calm.
Within his calm demeanor, there seemed to be a hint of determination.
After a moment’s thought, the Dean called Shen Han outside the tent.
Shen Han did not know the dean’s intention, he just followed him, wandering around.
"Speaking of which, Shen Han, you should be the first prodigy Tianyi Academy has taken in over the years.
When Prince Qingyuan sent you here, many Tutors in the Academy were quite displeased.
Looking at it now, it seems our Tianyi Academy is the one benefiting."
Upon hearing the dean’s words, Shen Han felt a bit awkward.
Ever since he explored the Secret Realm with the dean, the dean’s image had settled in his mind.
He was just an unserious old man whose mind was full of improper jokes.
But today’s words seemed overly sincere, not fitting the dean’s character...
"Dean, please don’t say that, the Academy provided me with shelter, and the tutors have been extremely kind."
Hearing this, a slight hint of gratification appeared on the dean’s face.
"As long as you’re not put off by the Academy’s lack of foundation, that’s good."
The two walked along, looking at the surrounding scenery.
In summer, everything around was lush and vibrant, completely different from the desolation of winter.
Witnessing such lively scenery makes one’s temperament much more positive.
After a long silence, the Dean of Tianyi Academy spoke again.
"This time I brought you out primarily to talk about the Academy competition."
Shen Han paused slightly, looking at the dean.
"Earlier in the tent, I noticed a certain seriousness on your face.
I suppose you’re preparing for tomorrow’s competition?"
Shen Han nodded.
After all, with tomorrow’s Academy competition, it’s necessary to consider how to proceed in one’s mind.
The Dean of Tianyi Academy, hearing this, didn’t seem to agree with Shen Han.
"As I said before, Shen Han, the responsibility for this year’s Academy competition doesn’t fall on you.
Shen Han, this year you’re only nineteen years old, and most of the students personally taught at the other Academies are three or four years older than you.
Among your peers, you are indeed outstanding, a rare talent.
But others are several years older than you.
Even though you are already at the Sixth Grade Half-Step Realm, among these older students you hold no advantage.
Two or three years from now, the results of the Academy will be your responsibility."
The Dean of Tianyi Academy looked at Shen Han and paused for a moment.
"This time, the outcome of the competition for Tianyi Academy mainly depends on Yu Jing.
Your brother Yu Jing, although not as exceptional in talent and potential as you, is currently slightly stronger than you.
He is the same age as your elder brother, Shen Ye, and has already reached the Fruit Realm of the Sixth Grade in strength this year.
In two to three years at most, he’ll reach the Fifth Grade Realm.
This strength qualifies him to be among the group of personal students in other academies.
So for you, Shen Han, this competition is more about feeling and experiencing.
You need to familiarize yourself and understand the intricacies of the Academy competition.
In the coming years, it will truly be up to you to support the future achievements of Tianyi Academy."
Shen Han didn’t quite understand the words of the Dean. He was just being serious, what was the issue with that?
"Dean... even for the sake of feeling and experiencing, shouldn’t I approach it seriously?"
The Dean of Tianyi Academy quickly waved his hand: "I’m not saying it’s bad for you to take it seriously; I’m just advising you, Shen Han, that this year’s Academy competition, you should focus on feeling and experiencing.
Don’t risk getting injured just for a score.
What I expect is for you to lead Tianyi Academy to prominence in two to three years’ time.
Silent until you astonish everyone.
Let’s not talk about the Mountain Sea Academy for now, I want you to first crush the Qiling Academy and Jade Dragon Academy for me!
If you push yourself too hard and get hurt this time, it would really anger me to death."
Hearing this, Shen Han finally understood what the dean meant.
Essentially, he was worried about Shen Han getting injured.
Shen Han nodded, indicating that he noted these words.
But in reality, he wasn’t too afraid of getting injured.
Practicing the "Unceasing Skill," his recovery ability was much stronger than ordinary practitioners.
Moreover, his understanding lay in "Desperate Intent."
Body and mind set on an irreversible path, ready for a life-and-death struggle.
To step from the Sixth Grade into the Fifth Grade, Desperate Intent might just be the last threshold.
Once crossed, he could reach the Fifth Grade.
Growing in a sheltered and protected environment like a hothouse flower was indeed too difficult for him.
In front of the dean, Shen Han still expressed that he would be cautious and not reckless.
Ultimately, how it would turn out would depend on tomorrow’s confrontation.
