"What is the relation between this person and Teacher Chen?"

Mu Jinyu still wanted to confirm the person's identity, so he approached Teacher Xuu Lin, whom he knew quite well, to ask.

Under Mu Jinyu's guidance, Teacher Xuu Lin also noticed the young man who bore a resemblance to Teacher Chen and nodded, "Yes, this person is indeed a relative of Teacher Chen, a child of his younger brother, his nephew..."

"However, it seems his aptitude isn't that outstanding, making it difficult for him to pass this selection."

Teacher Xuu Lin sighed somewhat regretfully.

She was quite familiar with Teacher Chen, and by now, the matters of Cangyan State had concluded for some time.

But Teacher Chen had never returned.

Most people understood the implication of whatever had happened in between.

It's a pity that before Teacher Chen left, he destroyed his life medallion left in Dongyue Mansion, otherwise they could have confirmed Teacher Chen's fate more surely.

And would not have to rely on guesswork.

"Is that so?"

After hearing Teacher Xuu Lin's words, Mu Jinyu's face also turned somber, staring dazedly at the young man struggling on the combat platform.

Teacher Chen had always taken good care of him.

Without him, Chu Huaxiu and Ji Xiaoyun wouldn't have been able to enter Dongyue Mansion smoothly, setting in as maids on the master's peak.

And he and Chu Huannian probably wouldn't have felt secure in their cultivation after entering Dongyue Mansion.

Moreover, Ji Xiaoyun and the others might have faced danger outside.

It could be said that Teacher Chen was indeed a benefactor to them.

Now, with Teacher Chen missing, it's very possible he had perished in Cangyan State.

As for this junior of his, if he has the means, enduring some care wouldn't hurt.

However, it seems that at present, his aptitude isn't quite up to the mark, making his performance so difficult.

If only he had some Heavenly Mysterious Ice Spirit Marrow left.

Or, he could find some Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures with similar effects for him to use, perhaps improving his aptitude a bit.

Would it make things better?

Mu Jinyu pondered silently in his heart.

"Bang!"

At this moment.

The young man struggling on the eighth combat platform finally succumbed to exhaustion and was knocked out by a single blow.

He was flung off the combat platform.

Losing the qualification to advance.

"Puff!!"

The young man spat blood as he flew outside.

Seeing this, Mu Jinyu sprang into the air, caught him, and brought him down.

He then administered an elixir to him, and under the guise of the elixir, infused Blood Essence into his body to heal his injuries.

"Tap!!"

Once all this was completed mid-air.

The two just landed on the ground.

"Thank you, senior..."

The young man's eyes dimmed slightly upon seeing Mu Jinyu's Intermediate Student attire, then realizing it was him who helped, he quickly thanked him again.

"No need for such thanks; Teacher Chen had been a benefactor to others before, and you're considered his junior. Though I wasn't aware of your existence before, now that I know, it's only right to take care of you..."

Mu Jinyu communicated telepathically to the young man.

Because of concerns, worrying that the matter of killing so many Imperial Family Descendants might be exposed one day, which might lead to the royals coming after him, affecting others.

Mu Jinyu refrained from openly showing much closeness with the young man in front of everyone.

Lest it brings him trouble someday.

"Uncle? Well, thank you anyway..."

Hearing Mu Jinyu's explanation, the young man's expression grew even more sorrowful, responding in a low voice.

Mu Jinyu comforted him for a moment and then left.

"Who is this person?"

"Not sure, could be someone Mu Jinyu saved randomly?"

"..."

Currently, Mu Jinyu had gained some recognition within Dongyue Mansion. Once people saw him suddenly step in to save a Beginner Student.

Many started quietly speculating on the connection between this young man and Mu Jinyu.

But soon, as they witnessed Mu Jinyu saving the young man and quickly parting ways, then proceeding to help others as well.

People began guessing that maybe Mu Jinyu was in a good mood and saved people if he found them agreeable?

Or perhaps he had foreknowledge about something—that the upcoming Advanced Level student selection considered the character of Intermediate Students—and thus he stepped in to rescue others.

Trying to leave a good impression on the Teachers, the Institute Head, and the Mansion Master?

This latter speculation gained more traction among many aspiring Intermediate Students aiming for advancement.

Thus, in the subsequent Martial Arts Arena.

The students who initially fell from the combat platform were mostly ignored unless someone knew them.

But soon the trend shifted.

All the Intermediate Students began following Mu Jinyu's lead by catching these fallen Beginner Students and providing them with elixirs to heal their injuries.

Creating a harmonious scene of seniors caring for their juniors!

Seeing this, Mu Jinyu was at a loss.

His original intention was just to casually mask the relation between him and Teacher Chen's junior.

And if anyone wanted to investigate properly, they could figure it out too.

That's why he made such a half-hearted move.

But unexpectedly, it sparked such a trend, prompting others to follow suit.

These people are really something!

"Hehehe..."

Standing above in the void, Wei Qiankun saw this scene, and a smile appeared on his usually solemn face as he glanced at Mu Jinyu a few more times, saying, "This guy, seems to be that pureblooded human race, right?"

"Yes." Wang Yeqing nodded.

"Quite interesting indeed." Wei Qiankun smiled and nodded, "But it's a pity, this selection event only measures strength; if it did consider performance points, I'd add a few for him."

The Institute Head of the Demon Academy, Zhao Donglai, upon hearing the Mansion Master's conversation, looked displeased.

He always held grudges against Mu Jinyu and detested this guy. Seeing him gradually winning over Wei Qiankun's attention and favor.

He naturally couldn't stand it.

He wished they would drive Mu Jinyu out of Dongyue Mansion!

"Bang!!"

The combat platform, getting more intense.

But eventually, it came to an end.

As expected, Chu Huannian firmly secured a spot on the first combat platform.

And Chen Qinglian barely maintained her foothold on the fifth combat platform.

But if every combat platform ultimately only allowed five winners, she might be eliminated.

That said, she was comparatively lucky.

"Alright, the Beginner Level advancement selection has ended."

"Those hundred still standing on the combat platforms, once the event concludes, you may apply for a change of attire and raise your Identity Plaque to become Intermediate Students officially!"

As the battle involving thousands concluded.

Wang Yeqing slowly spoke, declaring the end of the combat, and Chu Huannian succeeded in advancing to Intermediate Student.

Replenishing the losses of those who recently died in the Tiangan Secret Realm. 𝒻𝘳ℯℯ𝑤ℯ𝒷𝘯ℴ𝓋ℯ𝘭.𝑐ℴ𝑚

After announcing, Wang Yeqing looked at the Intermediate Students in the Martial Arts Arena below and spoke again, "Alright, those interested in participating in the Advanced Level student selection can step onto the platform now."

Once he finished speaking.

Mu Jinyu immediately vaulted up, heading towards the combat platform still suspended in midair!

"Go Brother Jinyu!"

Chu Huaxiu and Ji Xiaoyun, among others, cheered for Mu Jinyu from below, shaking their little fists.

And then, as Mu Jinyu was the first to take action.

The other Intermediate Students followed closely, rushing towards those ten combat platforms suspended in midair.