Published: February 12, 2025
Ye Zhongming frowned and said nothing.
"I know you don't believe it, and I appreciate your disbelief because having confidence is ultimately a good thing," the Old Dean said with a smile.
At that moment, the person responsible for the equipment area walked in, bringing two cups of the drink Ye Zhongming had bought before.
"Is there a charge?" Ye Zhongming asked.
The person grinned, but the Old Dean laughed heartily and said, "This cup is free."
"I know you find it hard to believe that it will take a hundred years. After all, geniuses tend to believe in themselves more. But I must say..." The Old Dean took a sip of his drink and continued, "This timeframe doesn't consider some unexpected factors. If we factor everything in, it could take one hundred fifty years or even two hundred years."
"These are based on the premise that you will definitely succeed. But can you really guarantee success, no matter how confident you are? Let's not even talk about the super clans; given your current strength, how do you plan to challenge the various races? Just those you’ve offended could easily crush you with just a few of their people."
The Old Dean spoke with seriousness.
"You should be grateful that the rules preventing them from taking action have protected your lives, but those very rules are what you want to break."
He looked at Ye Zhongming and said, "So, everything you initially do must be done secretly. Otherwise, once you are exposed, they will use the excuse of breaking the rules to kill you all."
"Don't think that Jie Su's identity will protect you until you complete your growth. Let alone that his identity can only intimidate those without power; even if he were the head of the Su Clan, it wouldn't be a blanket shield."
At this point, the Old Dean suddenly said, "Let me tell you something. The matters involved in this new rookie battlefield are far more complicated than you imagine. If it weren't for the slave clan causing trouble, the Su Clan... might have already ceased to exist."
Ye Zhongming's expression showed surprise. The Su Clan, one of the three giants, could cease to exist?
However, the old man didn't want to elaborate, continuing, "Therefore, you need help."
"The Library Palace?" Ye Zhongming said softly.
At this point, Ye Zhongming understood everything. What he didn’t understand was why the Library Palace wanted to help him.
Logically speaking, the Library Palace shouldn't meddle in worldly affairs. They were bound by very strict rules and had only three thousand people, even fewer than the Bronze Camp. How could they assist Ye Zhongming?
Relying on this old man's top-notch skills? Perhaps it could be useful, but in the end, individual prowess was no longer the decisive factor.
Ye Zhongming confirmed that the Old Dean was indeed a top expert, but he didn't believe he was stronger than the few super clan members.
"Yes, the Library Palace," the Old Dean answered with vigor.
Ye Zhongming fell silent, unsure of what to say next.
Should he agree or refuse? Neither option seemed right.
The Old Dean didn't mind the silence and continued, "I know you may feel that the Library Palace can't offer you much help, but listen to me. If you still refuse, then let today be as if nothing happened."
Ye Zhongming nodded. Since the old man had said this, he had to listen. Plus, he was curious about what the Library Palace possessed that made this old man so confident.
"The Library Palace has books."
Ye Zhongming was taken aback and couldn't help but smile awkwardly.
"Most books."
"The Library Palace has teachers, the best teachers."
"If willing, the Library Palace can be the best school, an all-encompassing school."
The embarrassment on Ye Zhongming's face disappeared, and now he looked seriously at the Old Dean, sitting up straighter.
Upon reflection, the Old Dean was indeed correct; the Library Palace not only had countless books but also book keepers who read every day! The knowledge they possessed was enough to make them excellent teachers.
Thinking further, if people could be sent here to learn, perhaps a few years later, they could become strong.