Upon hearing Ying Tianrui's words, Aotian couldn't help but feel a bit stunned. He truly did not expect that his rising fame would also elevate the development of the Starry Radiance Society to a new level.
"Tian Rui, tell me about the current situation of the Starry Radiance Society," Aotian said as he strode into the courtyard, asking as he walked.
Ying Tianrui nodded and respectfully replied, "Currently, the Starry Radiance Society has over five thousand members, with four thousand six hundred being Outer Academy Students and four hundred Inner Academy Students. Moreover, in terms of status, we are now on par with the Mo Association and the Sky Garment Gang, which are top organizations within Xuantian Academy."
Aotian was taken aback; he truly did not expect that the small gang of just a few dozen people back then had grown to such a large scale under Ying Tianrui's leadership.
Perhaps his own reputation played a role, but Ying Tianrui's efforts were undoubtedly crucial as well.
Of course, Aotian also understood that although the Starry Radiance Society appeared to be thriving, its true combat power likely depended on those four hundred Inner Academy Students. More specifically, it relied on the Inner Academy Students ranked in the Inner Courtyard Rankings.
"Indeed, the rapid development of the Starry Radiance Society is somewhat beyond my expectations. Tian Rui, you have done well," Aotian praised.
Hearing his leader's compliment, Ying Tianrui immediately showed a joyful expression and said, "This is my duty!"
Aotian smiled and then looked around, puzzled as he asked, "Where is Xue Qingcheng? Why isn't she here?"
Ying Tianrui quickly replied, "Since you left, Sister Xue Qingcheng announced her seclusion and has not yet come out. However, she should participate in this year's Dragon-Tiger Contest."
Aotian nodded after listening and then instructed:
"Tian Rui, please help my sister arrange for her to have the identity of an Inner Academy Student. Can you do that?"
As he spoke, Aotian pushed Xiao Hong'er, who was squatting nearby playing with ants, forward.
"Tian Rui brother!"
Xiao Hong'er looked at Ying Tianrui and sweetly called out.
Ying Tianrui was slightly taken aback. Hearing the little girl call him, a warm smile immediately appeared on his face as he gently stroked Xiao Hong'er's long hair and said:
"Boss, your sister only has Postnatal Nine Levels of strength. Arranging for her to be an Inner Academy Student might be a bit difficult since Inner Academy Students are all Innate Martial Artists."
Aotian pondered for a moment, thinking that it would indeed be unusual for Hong'er to become an Inner Academy Student with only Postnatal Nine Levels of cultivation.
In that case, he decided to settle for a second option! After all, as long as Hong'er was willing to work hard, becoming an Inner Academy Student was a sure thing. He didn't want to trouble the Grand Elder over such a small matter.
"Then the identity of an Outer Academy Student should be fine, right?" Aotian continued to ask.
"That won't be a problem! The Second Guardian is in charge of accepting Outer Academy Students, and our Starry Radiance Society has a good relationship with the Second Guardian. Plus, since this is a direct request from you, I believe the Second Guardian will give you some face," Ying Tianrui replied.
After hearing this, Aotian nodded and continued:
"Then take Hong'er to the Second Guardian to handle the relevant procedures and arrange a room for her in this courtyard."
Ying Tianrui responded and then skipped out of the courtyard with Xiao Hong'er, heading towards the residence of the Second Guardian.
"Alright, everyone disperse..."
...
At night, under the bright stars and moon, Aotian's courtyard was peaceful.
At this moment, Aotian was sitting cross-legged under a giant tree, cultivating. The surrounding Heaven and Earth Profound Qi surged towards Aotian's body like moths to a flame, causing every bone in Aotian's body to emit crisp cracking sounds.
Suddenly, a fierce wind blew fiercely towards Aotian, and his previously closed eyes snapped open.
At the moment Aotian opened his eyes, the ferocious wind that had seemed so threatening appeared to be hindered by an invisible force, dissipating into nothingness.
Aotian exhaled deeply, slowly standing up as a fierce power gradually spread from within him. At this moment, Aotian spoke:
"Who dares to intrude? What business do you have in my courtyard at this late hour?"
However, the response to Aotian was an even more terrifying attack. A sharp, icy sword aura shot in from outside the courtyard, causing the ground to crack under the pressure of the sword energy.
Aotian's gaze sharpened as he thought to himself that this girl had significantly improved her strength in just a few months.
Nevertheless, Aotian did not retreat; instead, he gathered his power into his right fist and struck fiercely towards the sword aura.
"Boom!"
The two collided, and the sword energy turned into nothingness, while a fierce punch surged out from Aotian's fist, roaring towards the outside of the courtyard.
"Boom"
Outside the courtyard was pitch black, but a muffled sound of impact could be faintly heard.
At that moment, Aotian's figure vanished like a ghost. If one observed closely, they would notice a shadow, barely perceptible, shooting towards the outside of the courtyard.
"Ah! Bad guy, how did you know it was me?!" Suddenly, a clear voice like that of a golden oriole echoed in the darkness.
"Hehe, of course I knew it was you! Otherwise, do you think after fighting for so long, none of the Starry Radiance Society members would have noticed?"
Under the moonlight, Aotian looked at the beautiful woman in his arms and smiled wickedly.
"Since you knew it was me, why did you call me a petty thief, you bad guy!"
The beautiful woman pouted adorably and reached out to pinch Aotian's waist lightly, causing him to gasp in surprise.
Of course, this action was entirely feigned by Aotian. After all, he had cultivated the Nine Transformations of the Divine Dragon Body; if he couldn't withstand such a light pinch, then all his training would have been in vain.
The reason he acted as if he were in pain was naturally to show off for the woman in his arms.
"Xue Qingcheng, I miss you so much!" After a long while, Aotian said affectionately.
Indeed, the beautiful woman in Aotian's arms was Snow Qincheng. From the very beginning, Aotian had known that it was Snow Qincheng who attacked him, which was why he didn't hold back; otherwise, he wouldn't have relied solely on his physical strength just now.
Of course, Snow Qincheng was not a killer from the Pride of the World; he simply wanted to test how much Aotian's strength had increased recently.
Returning to the main point, upon hearing Aotian's words, a blush suddenly appeared on Snow Qincheng's face, and then she replied in a voice that was almost inaudible, "Me too!"
Suddenly, dozens of members from the Starry Radiance Society emerged around them, clapping their hands and shouting, "Boss, kiss her!" "Boss, kiss her!" "Boss, kiss her!" Even Ying Tianrui and Niu Geng, the elders of the Starry Radiance Society, appeared out of nowhere and joined in the shouting.
With so many people watching, Snow Qincheng's face turned as red as a ripe apple. Meanwhile, Aotian, with his thick skin, leaned in and kissed Snow Qincheng's lips under everyone's expectant gaze.
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