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Chapter 290 – Toothed Bur Clover with Garlic (g)
Translated by Gumihou
Edited by Gumihou
[Gumihou: … brain holes, it’s all brain holes, potholes and plot holes everywhere!!]
As a student of the Imperial College, whatever she does would reflect on the College itself. Naturally, with the College’s deep background, it was hard to shake them but the opponent this time was not some minor force from the Ninth Realm. They could be facing some major powerhouses from the Upper Realms.
If Shiyu continues to walk down the road of vengeance, she could provoke a power that not even the Imperial College could defend against. Needless to say, the College’s condition would not be good and might even be dragged into trouble.
“Well, can’t we convince her to back down for the time being?” suggest Elder Liu.
Those children would definitely grow further in the future. If they could just endure, for now, they could still take revenge later, right?
Patriarch Liu [1a] shook his head, “The best time to take revenge is right away. Otherwise, if you have to endure and wait for a suitable time… [2a] When will be suitable? A few years? A few decades, or a few centuries? I don’t believe Shiyu would be able to leave the matter alone for so long.”
He had not known the girl very well, however, from the way she had moved her companions to deal with the Xue Clan, he could tell that she was a resolute and decisive person. She was not someone who talked a lot but showed results through her actions. Normally a low-key person, when this girl made a move, it cannot be ignored.
“Dean, the College is still weak against Upper Realm people. In the past 100 years, only a few have broken through to Divine Transformation Realm. If something were to happen… the foundation of the College would suffer a critical blow. We… should probably temporarily cut off our relationship with Shiyu. Shiyu should understand our difficulties and won’t blame us for it.” [2b]
Elder Gu sighed heavily, “Since she did not return to the College, [1b] she must not want to trouble the College. Dean, you must be rational about this matter, ah.”
A weak person could only think like this. The weak can’t gain justice for themselves when they lacked the strength to snatch it from the strong.
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“What do you think the Dean would do?” asked Feng Luo.
Lin Fan and Qing Chen shook their heads together, “Unclear.”
“However, no matter what decision the Dean makes, I will respect it,” said Lin Fan. [1c]
“The Dean has every reason to draw a clear line with Xiao Shi,” said Qing Chen. “There are a lot of things one must consider to make the best decision. It’s one thing to follow one’s heart but the College had more than just Xiao Shi as a student.”
There were just too many things to worry about, they can’t just move however they want.
[3] Feng Luo’s expression changed and he clenched his fists tightly. He stood up and was about to leave the room when he suddenly stopped.
[3] “You can’t go,” said Lin Fan.
[3] “… I know,”
[3] “You have the whole of Feng Clan behind you.
[3] “I know!”
[3] “Do you want Feng City to become the second Dawn City?”
[3] “…f*ck! Curse that mother*cker!!”
“No need to be too hasty. We should wait for the Dean’s decision first,” said Qing Chen.
[3] Feng Luo turned and smiled grimly, “We also have a few more comrades waiting to breakthrough. Let’s go beat those bastards up together.”
Lin Fan nodded, “Just wait a little longer.”
Meanwhile, Elder Gu and the rest were also waiting for the Dean to make his decision.
For now, the consensus was to temporarily distant themselves from Shiyu and secretly Cultivate their forces. Their strength was too low for an open confrontation. This was the best compromise they could make for the moment. They could not crush their opponent directly, but by convincing their people to Cultivate their strength secretly, they could limit any rash movements and minimise loss.
The Dean closed his eyes. He was still considering the pros and cons of the matter.
He had to admit, Shiyu and Lin Fan’s group are some of the most outstanding students to date. Their potential could be said to be unmatched, which was why he was willing to spend so much effort and capital on them.
His greatest hope was to build the Imperial College into a top Cultivation school in the Ninth Realm and nurture more people to the highest possible capabilities.
However, the road to power was doomed to many twists and turns. It looked like the road forward would not be as smooth as he had hoped.
[4] He did not want to alienate the person who had helped contribute so much to the College. However, if he does not draw a clear line between the College and Shiyu now, the Upper Realm forces might come down and destroy the College that he had worked so hard to build up. [4] [1d] On the other hand, even if they draw a clear line with Shiyu, those people might not necessarily let them go…
Aih.
The Dean sighed heavily and opened his eyes. He looked at the people around with [1e] resolution in his eyes, “I have decided. The Imperial College will advance and retreat with Shiyu!”
Too shocking! [1f]
What kind of decision is this?!
“Dean!” Elder Liu cried, “Please consider the matter carefully. It’s one thing for us old bones to die but we cannot involve the rest of our students, ah. How are we going to explain our decision to the rest of the world?”
“That is why I will inform my decision to the rest of the College students,” said the Dean calmly [1g]. “There are certain things that a man of principle cannot compromise on. While it is safer to retreat now, what if we end up retreating forever and never moving forward? What then?”
The elders were silent.
When no one spoke up, the Dean lowered his voice and said, “We all know who was responsible for the Dawn City Massacre. The College only deal with events and not people. If those people wish to go against us, we have the option to stay inside the College and not come out.”
[4] This was the reason for his confidence.
[4] The Heaven Switching Array and Barrier made by Wen Heng.
[1h] The elders mulled over the Dean’s words. It was not unreasonable, but… [1i] [1i] “What if the Heaven Switching Formation cannot withstand their attack?” [1i]
The Dean fell silent. While he had studied the Formation and checked against ancient books, he could not guarantee that this formation would not fall.
“Do not worry,” suddenly, Old Gu appeared at the door. He was dressed in his usual black cloak and hood. He nodded to the Dean once before addressing the others. “The person who created this array promised that it would last 200 years. Therefore, it would not fall for at least 100 years. Those who wish to break the Formation may try.”
Best of luck to those unlucky souls.
“I have one more piece of news for you. Two months ago a Master of Illusion visited the Imperial Capital. You might know him as Huan Mo. I have confirmed that he has accepted Shiyu as his disciple and is now her second master.”
Elder Gu was shocked. [1j]
Motherf*cker, this is it!
[Gumihou: …author-san, you’re not very good at building drama, are you?]
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[1] Deleted Stuff:
[a] … was the first (to shake his head)
… isn’t this remark kind of pointless?
[b] …already made it clear (she did not want to involve the College)
…why are you so clear? Why are you so sure she’s in the Imperial City?!
[c] The few of them are very respectful of the elders. After all, it was also thanks to their effort that the Challengers were able to raise their Cultivation.
Yes, very heartfelt, but unnecessary since you already made Qing Chen speak these heartfelt words. Impact reduced due to excessive repetitions. You make me suspect you just want to establish a situation before overturning it.
(Gumi was right)
[d] If they establish a clear boundary, they might buy some time for themselves…
Delete this because it contributes nothing and does not support the Dean’s conclusion
[e] …with guilt (in his eyes)
Kind of difficult to imagine him saying the next line in ‘!’ conviction with guilty eyes. Replaced with ‘resolute eyes’
[f] The decision by the Dean puzzled the other elders very much. From an emotional point of view it made sense but how could they make such an important decision based on emotions.
…can your shock be more boring and long-winded?
[g] he did not get angry because of Elder Liu’s opposition
…show don’t tell
[h] The elders were silent.
Same sentence twice, the heck?
[i] But after thinking about it, they still feel that something is wrong.
Triple hit, all similar sentence so deleted 3 times.
[j] …was amazed and then his eyes widened somewhat imperceptibly
…replaced with ‘he was shocked’. Yes, too many words are not good either.
[2] Brain Holes:
[a] …what happened to the traditional Chinese saying of ’10 years is not too late for revenge’? Are you still Chinese?
[b] Author did not indicate which blind and deaf idiot said this. Have they already forgotten that LF, Shiyu and FL had already crossed into Divine Transformation realm? Is this remark just here to stimulate the next paragraph?
[3] SPOOCS – Feng Luo:
Feng Luo’s face changed and changed again. If the College also draws a clear line with Shiyu, Shiyu would be helpless.
“No!” He stood up, and was about to walk out, “I have to let someone find out where she is now. I have also reached the Divine Transformation Realm, and I can help too, I…”
… are you Wen Xian?
Gave Feng Luo his young master poise back. You’re the best candidate to inherit the Feng Clan, act like it. Also, cut off some of Qing Chen’s dialogue and gave it to Feng Luo, because talkative QC is OOC.
[4] Dean’s Thoughts: Give him a more logical and step by step thought process for his decision.