Once the Blackwater Bandits were dealt with, Wei Yi and his companions quickly resumed their journey.
No one came to intercept them this time.
After all, the combined forces of the Wei and Zhu families numbered nearly a hundred, and each warrior was elite. Ordinary bandit forces simply lacked the courage to disturb them.
"Yu Wenbei... and the Blackwater Bandits..." Wei Yi mused in his heart.
"As for Yu Wenbei, I'll deal with him once I've entered the Overlord Sect. There will certainly be an opportunity for that," he thought.
"But the Blackwater Bandits, who have opposed me time and time again... I must find an opportunity to give them a severe lesson."
"However, the Blackwater Bandits are always good at hiding. No one really knows where their base is. That's a tricky problem..."
Thinking of this, Wei Yi couldn't help but feel a bit of a headache.
Although he had confidence in handling the Blackwater Bandits, finding their base wasn't an easy task.
The reason the Blackwater Bandits had remained untouched all these years was precisely because they were experts at hiding. Otherwise, with their reckless nature, they would have been wiped out long ago.
Helpless, Wei Yi could only put this matter aside for now.
The most important thing for him right now... was entering the Overlord Sect.
...
In the afternoon, Wei Yi and Zhu Ling'er returned to Zhenwu Academy.
"Big Brother Wei, if you want to join the Overlord Sect, you must first secure a spot. Have you made preparations?" Zhu Ling'er asked, having grown closer to Wei Yi during the journey.
Knowing what Wei Yi had in mind, she took the initiative to inquire.
"How do I secure the spot?" Wei Yi asked, knowing there were ten spots, but unclear about the details.
"These ten spots are usually arranged by the headmaster personally. If you want one, you'll first need to earn the headmaster's approval," she explained.
"How about I take you to see the headmaster?" Zhu Ling'er offered.
She had already secured a spot herself and seemed to have a special relationship with the headmaster.
"That would be troublesome for you," Wei Yi replied, not refusing her offer.
"It's no trouble at all. In fact, I'd be happy if you got a spot. Qingqing can't accompany me, and if you go, I'll at least have a companion," Zhu Ling'er said with a bright smile on her face.
"Heh, alright, once we're in the Overlord Sect, I'll make sure to look after you!" Wei Yi said, patting his chest in a gesture of reassurance.
"You're promising, huh? I'm taking you seriously," Zhu Ling'er said, her bright eyes twinkling with playful mischief.
"Of course," Wei Yi nodded without hesitation.
With his current strength, he truly had no fear of anyone among his peers, not even the elite geniuses trained by the Overlord Sect.
At the sound of Wei Yi's promise, Zhu Ling'er's smile grew even brighter.
She didn't say anything else.
Soon, Zhu Ling'er led Wei Yi to the headmaster's office.
Knock knock knock...
Zhu Ling'er politely knocked on the door.
"Come in," an aged voice responded.
Zhu Ling'er and Wei Yi entered.
Inside, there were quite a few people in the headmaster's office. In addition to the elderly headmaster seated at his desk, there were seven or eight faculty members standing around.
Upon seeing Zhu Ling'er and Wei Yi enter, all eyes turned toward them.
Zhu Ling'er, being the daughter of the Zhu family, with her uncle as the academy's vice headmaster and her title as the "flower of the academy," was well-known to everyone present.
Even the headmaster smiled and nodded at her, his eyes filled with affection.
As for Wei Yi, though previously obscure, his sudden rise had made waves recently. He had even defeated two faculty members, gaining considerable fame not just among the students, but also among the teachers.
However, the faculty's attitude toward him wasn't as kind. They were nowhere near as warm as they were toward Zhu Ling'er.
For Zhu Ling'er, they were friendly and affectionate.
But for him, most simply looked on with cold detachment.
After all, an unruly student who had embarrassed two faculty members didn't garner much affection.
Only the headmaster's expression remained unchanged.
"Ling'er, my dear, you haven't visited me in a long time. What brings you here today?" the headmaster asked with a smile.
"Not much," Zhu Ling'er said, blushing slightly at the headmaster's words. "I just came to see you as soon as I returned to the academy."
"Really? You came to see me as soon as you returned? Well, since you've seen me, you can leave now," the headmaster said, with a knowing smile.
The headmaster was quite sharp, and Zhu Ling'er was no match for him.
The others in the room couldn't help but laugh.
Zhu Ling'er froze for a moment, speechless, before she pouted and said, "Grandpa Headmaster, how could you say that... I'll tell my grandfather that you're bullying me!"
Despite the headmaster's sharp tongue, he was helpless in the face of Zhu Ling'er's playful antics.
"Alright, alright, I'm sorry, I'm sorry… But don't go telling your grandfather, or he might just come and tear down my academy!" the headmaster chuckled, conceding.
"You can tell me what you want now," he added with a helpless expression.
"I came to ask about the ten recommended spots for the Overlord Sect... I believe there are still a few remaining, right?" Zhu Ling'er said, not wasting time and directly stating her purpose.
"Didn't I already give you a spot?" the headmaster replied, but his gaze had already shifted to Wei Yi, who stood beside Zhu Ling'er.
He seemed to understand Zhu Ling'er's intent.
At that moment, there was no need for Zhu Ling'er to say more. Wei Yi took the initiative and stepped forward.
He clasped his hands in a respectful salute to the headmaster and spoke, "Headmaster, I would like to request one of the spots for the Overlord Sect."
"Oh?" The headmaster's eyes flickered as he appraised Wei Yi. "You're the one from the Wei family, Wei Yi, correct?"
"Yes, I am Wei Yi," he answered.
"Hmph, you think you deserve a spot for the Overlord Sect? You're only a second-year student. Do you really think you're qualified?" At this point, one of the teachers sneered coldly.
Wei Yi narrowed his eyes.
He looked up and gave the teacher a glance.
"Teacher Xu, I'm also a second-year student. Do you think I don't have the qualifications to enter the Overlord Sect?" Zhu Ling'er interjected, stepping forward.
Her words made the situation a little awkward.
Although Zhu Ling'er was a second-year student, she had been one of the first to secure a spot.
Teacher Xu's expression twitched, and with Zhu Ling'er's powerful background at the academy, he didn't dare to offend her. He could only mutter begrudgingly, "Miss Zhu, you're different. You were personally chosen by Elder Ximen of the Overlord Sect. Of course, you're an exception."
At these words, Wei Yi couldn't help but glance at Zhu Ling'er.
He hadn't known that she had such connections.
"Cough, cough," the headmaster cleared his throat.
At once, everyone's attention shifted to him. After all, he was the headmaster of the academy and held authority over the ten spots.
"Wei Yi, I understand your desire to join the Overlord Sect," the headmaster said slowly.
"However, Teacher Xu's words are also true."
"After all, you're only a second-year student. There are many third- and fourth-year students who are also waiting for their chance. They are older and in greater need of this opportunity," the headmaster continued with a neutral tone.
"Grandpa Headmaster..." Zhu Ling'er's expression shifted slightly, and she was about to speak up for Wei Yi.
Teacher Xu, on the other hand, wore a smug expression.
Wei Yi stepped forward, stopping Zhu Ling'er. He addressed the headmaster directly, "There are always exceptions. The need for opportunities is relative."
"If I can prove that I'm more outstanding than the third- and fourth-year students, would I be qualified for one of the spots?"
A flicker of admiration appeared in the headmaster's eyes. "Well, that's one way to look at it. But how do you plan on proving that you're more qualified than them?"
"Actually, I have a suggestion," at that moment, Teacher Xu interrupted, his gaze flashing as he spoke with a sly smile.
"Let's see if Wei Yi dares to accept it..."