After a long-winded speech, Shang Lingkong finally finished his rambling.
By now, it was already late afternoon, and the sunset had begun to paint the sky.
Most people hadn’t even had lunch in preparation for today’s assessment, and many were already starving.
“Alright, that’s all I have to say. At 8 PM tonight, you need to head to the East Gate. There, you will follow your respective academy teachers and board the airship to leave Skyshine City for your academies.
I hope you all achieve great things at the academy. That’s it from me. Dismissed. Ye Ling, come over here.”
After saying this, Shang Lingkong turned and walked to the side.
There was nothing more for him to do here; everything had been taken care of, and someone else would handle the rest.
At this moment, Ye Ling was suddenly called by name, indicating that Shang Lingkong was about to fulfill the promised reward.
Following directly behind, Ye Ling trailed Shang Lingkong, who was accompanied by several guards.
Soon, the group arrived at a warehouse, where Shang Lingkong stored his personal belongings.
All his collections were here, guarded by numerous sentinels, including some Spirit Tamers.
“Alright, Ye Ling, congratulations on becoming the top student. You didn’t disappoint me. Here is a list of the warehouse’s collections; you can choose any one item from it. Oh, and take this as well.”
As he spoke, Shang Lingkong handed Ye Ling a Federation Card.
“This card contains 300,000 Federation Credit Points, which is the reward I mentioned earlier. Do your best and bring glory to Skyshine City at Vermilion Bird Academy.”
Without hesitation, Ye Ling nodded, took the Federation Card and the electronic list from Shang Lingkong.
After pocketing the Federation Card, Ye Ling carefully examined the list of materials.
Since Blood Phantom had not yet completed her evolution, Ye Ling wasn’t sure what evolution materials she would need next.
He could only make an educated guess, but fortunately, Blood Phantom belonged to the Genus Undead, narrowing down the options significantly.
After much contemplation, Ye Ling finally chose the material he had his eye on.
The Undying Bone!
Ye Ling knew this material well; it was a highly advanced material.
It came from a very powerful undead demon. Even if Blood Phantom didn’t need it now, it might come in handy in the future.
Moreover, among all the materials, the Undying Bone was the most top-tier; there was nothing better.
Seeing Ye Ling’s choice, Shang Lingkong smiled but said nothing more.
Since he had already promised to let Ye Ling choose freely, he wouldn’t regret it.
“Alright, it’s getting late. Go pack your things.”
Shang Lingkong didn’t say anything further.
“Thank you, Lord Shang. I’ll take my leave now.”
After responding, Ye Ling turned and left.
Watching Ye Ling’s figure gradually recede, someone beside Shang Lingkong suddenly spoke.
“Lord Shang, that was the most top-tier material. Are you really giving it to him?”
He was puzzled, not understanding why Shang Lingkong would invest in a student who had just joined the Spirit Tamer Academy, with no guaranteed return.
Shang Lingkong shook his head slightly and explained.
“It’s no big deal. No one else can use it anyway. Giving it to someone who might use it in the future isn’t a bad idea. At least… if he grows strong, he won’t forget this favor.”
Hearing this, the person beside him said no more.
There was still plenty of time before 8 PM, and this time was for the students to pack their belongings.
As for why they weren’t leaving early the next morning, despite the more dangerous demons at night, it was because Skyshine City was quite remote and far from the academies.
Even by airship, it would take at least three to five days.
To ensure they reached the academies as soon as possible, they needed to depart early.
Most of the students were reluctant to leave.
After all, this was the place where they had lived for so many years. Leaving suddenly was hard to accept.
Some had to leave their homes and parents, making it even harder to part.
However, Ye Ling was quite eager to leave Skyshine City.
He had no attachments here, and staying or going to the Sacred City made little difference to him.
Moreover, being in this remote place made it much harder to grow stronger.
After Shang Lingkong left, the students began to disperse, most of them hungry and eager to find something to eat.
Then, they would go back and pack their bags, ready to leave that night.
After collecting his rewards, Ye Ling returned to the plaza.
“Old Ye, you really did it! So many top-tier academies are fighting over you. It’s amazing!”
At this moment, Chen Zhi appeared out of nowhere, throwing an arm around Ye Ling’s shoulder, his tone full of excitement.
He had never imagined that his good friend could get into a top-tier academy.
Although it might be hard for them to see each other in the future, as a brother, he was genuinely happy for Ye Ling.
Patting Chen Zhi’s shoulder, Ye Ling comforted him.
“Old Chen, even though it’s just a mid-tier academy, don’t be discouraged. Work hard, and you’ll get stronger too.”
Which academy one entered wasn’t something Ye Ling could control, but if he could help Chen Zhi, he would.
Waving his hand dismissively, Chen Zhi replied half-jokingly.
“Alright, alright, it’s no big deal. I know my own strength. A mid-tier academy is good enough for me.
By the way, when you make it big, don’t forget about me. I’ll come find you then.”
Hearing this, Ye Ling smiled.
“Of course, no problem. I’ll take good care of you.”
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