CHAPTER 509 BECOMING AN ENLISTED MEMBER OF THE ORIENTAL COLLEGE

"Sir, to be completely honest with you, I just couldn't help it. I knew I should not, and in fact I dared not

kill her. But at least I have to take all of the enlightening marks from her and force her to quit the

selection. Trust me, I did all I could to pull my punches," Ricky shrugged and replied indifferently.

"You might have managed to send her out for now, but I bet the spiritual emperors from the Luxurious

Chamber of Commerce will come knocking at my door soon. By then, I don't think I can refuse their

request of enrolling Pearl into the Oriental College, you know. As they say, the one who is strong is also

the one who is privileged," the Oriental Emperor said.

"So, in the end, Pearl will still have a place in the college, while you might have to deal with the

retaliation of the demi-spiritual emperors of the Luxurious Chamber of Commerce. You can be sure that

they will be planning their revenge as you have not only enraged them, but also made a fool of them."

"Actually, I knew the consequences the moment I defeated her, but I couldn't allow myself to let her go

without teaching her a lesson. I simply had to send her out or else it would have been a very hard pill to

swallow for me. On the contrary, I feel so refreshed and relieved even though I know that I have caused

big trouble for myself by taking this step. But trust me, I will make the same decision if allowed to do it

all over," Ricky declared with a smirk playing on his face.

"You are as stubborn as a donkey, aren't you, bloke?" the Oriental Emperor couldn't help his smile as

he heard Ricky's smug words.

To be completely honest, he quite appreciated this young man's frankness and resolve even though it

almost bordered on arrogance.

While it was true that Ricky had offended Pearl and the Luxurious Chamber of Commerce, he had also

shown his acumen to accurately analyse and judge the current situation. Even though he had been a

little smug and proud of his actions, he had also exhibited his self control as true to his words, he didn't

actually kill Pearl in the end. At the same time, he chose to deprive Pearl of her capability to participate

in the selection, and this clearly showed that he wasn't afraid of the Luxurious Chamber of Commerce

at all. He spared her life only because he felt it was the right thing to do. It was clear that he was both

unyielding and clearheaded, which combined with bravery were necessary qualities to have if one

wished to rise above the masses.

...

After all that had happened and all the upheaval it had caused, the Oriental College's selection drew to

an end.

Ricky's actions during the selection spread like fire. His name could be heard almost everywhere on

the land and all the warriors were talking about him. While the entire Oriental Realm was already

furious at his actions, all this attention that he was getting was really making their blood boil. Now in

people's eyes, Ricky was more than a peerless genius. He was also an ace genius who had the

courage to challenge the strong and the authorities.

What shocked everyone the most was that Ricky dared to kick Pearl—the spiritual emperor of the

Luxurious Chamber of Commerce—out of the selection. This was truly incredible.

"I think it's too presumptuous of him to do so. He might be talented and a brave one, a so-called ace

genius, but he has gone too far this time!" commented some of the warriors.

"That's right. He might be a genius, but before he becomes a full-fledged warrior, he's nothing

compared to those spiritual emperors. He should at least show some respect," some of the others

echoed.

"But from my point of view, his confidence and courage are exactly what differentiates him from the rest

of us. Maybe that's what a peerless genius is like, unafraid and unlike everybody else." some warriors

were truly impressed by Ricky and disagreed by expressing their admiration. "Anyway, one thing is for

sure, that Ricky guy is going to be more famous than Jasper from now on."

"Indeed. Speaking of which, I think the Oriental College would do everything they can to protect a talent

like Ricky and ensure that he grows up and gets polished. So, unless the Luxurious Chamber of

Commerce will go all out to take their revenge, I don't think Ricky has to worry about many

consequences," a couple of people pointed out.

"I don't think that the Luxurious Chamber of Commerce will escalate this matter, though I'm not sure

whether that organization will sit back. Besides, who knows if the Luxurious Chamber of Commerce will

join with that force and avenge on the Oriental College or not."

...

After a round of heated discussion, all the forces in the Oriental Realm had come to their own

conclusions. They would either try their best to erase Ricky from this world, in the most secret way of

course; or else, they would just keep themselves off from the young man and everything concerned to

him.

Luxurious City was the biggest city in the Oriental Realm, and it was here that the headquarter of the

Luxurious Chamber of Commerce lay. Apart from being the biggest, it was also the wealthiest and the

most prosperous area in the whole realm.

In the grandest palace of the Luxurious City, three men stood with utter poise. All three of them looked

quite ordinary and seemed to be waiting for something or someone.

While there was nothing special about them at the first sight, any wise man would recognize them—

they were the three demi-spiritual emperors of the Luxurious Chamber of Commerce. It wouldn't be an

exaggeration to say that they were among the best warriors in the whole realm and were renowned

throughout the Eastern Land for their skills and might.

Soon, the person they were all waiting for showed up. A black figure descended from mid-air and came

to them.

"Grandmaster!" Upon seeing the black figure, the three demi-spiritual emperors immediately knelt and

greeted it reverentially.

"I've heard all that I needed to know. Don't worry, I will talk to the Oriental Emperor about it. All you

three have to do is send Pearl to the Oriental College," the black figure ordered. He then paused for a

while before saying, "Well, the failure might be a good thing for Pearl, for difficulties do strengthen the

mind. After all, it is never easy to become the finest warrior. You all know that, and it's time for Pearl to

learn that lesson as well."

"We totally understand, grandmaster!" the three man agreed while nodding their heads.

"And one more thing, remember to keep our decorum on this matter. Make sure that you don't lose This is the property of Nô-velDrama.Org.

temper even if the Oriental College does not help us in this respect!" the grandmaster cautioned.

"What about that guy called Ricky, grandmaster?"

"I will go and talk with that force myself. I don't think they will refuse our offer, as the last thing they

want is the rise of another young man like Jasper. If things do come to that, we will try to cooperate with

that force as well. But before that, try not to fall out with the Oriental College. Is that understood?" the

grandmaster answered sternly with a hint of anger.

"Got it, grandmaster!" Having heard his instructions, the three men nodded again simultaneously and

bowed their heads, their voices determined and severe.

"One last thing. Tell Pearl that this was the last time that she was allowed to lose. Even if her next rival

is someone stronger and cleverer than Ricky, it will not be condoned. If she does meet Ricky again, I

want her to avenge the insult in full. Of course, if that Ricky guy is still alive by then," the black figure

added.

...

Shortly after the selection, Ricky and all the others who had been enrolled were led by the Heavenly

Ape Demi-spiritual Emperor to a big square in the Oriental College's outer court, along with the

disciples at the Demi-immortal Level. In the court, a grand welcome ceremony was arranged for them.

"Congratulations! You have now become members of the Oriental College! But I have to remind you

that this might be the beginning of a bitter and hard life here. Competition here is rather fierce, so those

less talented and competent, or those who are unwilling to work hard, might be eliminated sooner than

later. Don't be proud just right now. You might be kicked out half way, which is often worse than not

being chosen from the very beginning," the Heavenly Ape Demi-spiritual Emperor announced seriously.

It turned out that more than the best wishes, the opening speech was quite full of warnings.

"Want to become a top warrior? You cannot count on anyone except yourself. The Oriental College is

no place for lazy men or free riders.

Now, I will issue the jade tablets that will serve as your identity cards within the Oriental College!" the

Heavenly Ape Demi-spiritual Emperor warned the students. As he spoke, he waved his hand, and a

large number of jade tablets fell from above the square.

While the mood was somber because of the Heavenly Ape Demi-spiritual Emperor's warnings, each of

the warriors and creatures eagerly picked one of the tablets.

Of course, the demi-spiritual emperor beasts had agilely taken theirs with their claws or mouths.

"Everyone, feed the tablet with a drop of your blood, so that a connection will be built between you and

your tablet. This is the first step of your becoming an enlisted disciple of the Oriental College," the

Heavenly Ape Demi-spiritual Emperor instructed.

All the warriors and creatures did exactly as he said. As soon as their blood touched the jade tablet, all

of them felt a strange and strong connection as if their soul had dived into it. It almost felt like they

could control their tablet however they wished. They felt a thread tied between the tablet and their

body. If they tried to push their mind, the tablet would get into any corner of their body.

"Remember this, if unfortunately, you die, your jade tablets will instantly turn into dust. Their pair in our

Jade Tablet Palace will be gone as well. At that time, you will no longer be a member of this college. It

will be almost like you never existed in this world.

Remember, to survive and to get to the finest level of martial arts, you need to work hard! And, good

luck to you all!"

"Yes, sir!" all the new members answered in unison after listening to what the Heavenly Ape Demi-

spiritual Emperor had said. With their jade tablets in their hands or mouths, all of them believed that

studying in this college, they had a promising future ahead.

However, how many out of the thousands of new members could actually become the top warriors that

they wished to become, remained a mystery.

"There are some rules and regulations recorded in your jade tablets," the Heavenly Ape Demi-spiritual

Emperor went on. "I'll give you three days to find yourself a cave, and learn these rules and regulations

by heart. This is extremely important, as it may get you out of trouble in the future.

After that, as a reward for your success at the first stage, a unique opportunity will be offered to you to

enjoy the water in the Enlightening Pond of our college for once!"

"What? Did he just say the water in the Enlightening Pond? So soon? This is indeed the best college in

the Eastern Land. How incredible is this place!" The crowd got excited at once and the whole square

was filled with whispers. However, some of them were unable to share their excitement yet.

"Wait...what is the water in the Enlightening Pond?" Ricky secretly asked Madeline via telepathy as he

had no clue as to what they were talking about.