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Only three days remained before the examination, and time was of the essence, leaving only one day for all the clan disciples to choose which branch of the academy to apply for!

As a result, they arrived at the academy early in the morning, eager to gather as much information as possible.

After getting an understanding, many clan disciples immediately made their choices, while others were still hesitant and indecisive even by noon...

"Murong, what’s the matter? Any doubts?"

At the entrance of the Mystic Academy, Bei Yu and the others looked at their companion with curiosity, "We’ve already inquired before, the Heavenly Institute primarily focuses on Array Technique, which is the most desired field for all the families, and although the other institutes seem to be for magicians, they feel more like craftsmen. "

Murong Bingyun shook her head at these words, "All the major clans heard about Nan Ming’s huge barrier and the vacancy drawing skills of the Jiangnan Array Masters, which is why they sent their disciples here, hoping to acquire the skills of the Jiangnan Array Techniques.

But having observed all day, I feel this might not be the best approach. "

"Why do you say that?" A black-clad young man was surprised, "An Array Master clearly aligns more with our expectations, and considering the status of Jiangnan Academy, being ranked in the Heavenly Institute and having the highest status, isn’t that correct?"

"It’s not that simple..." Murong Bingyun shook her head, "I got up early in the morning, earlier than you to the academy, and overheard many local disciples discussing which branches they were applying to.

Do you know that the Heavenly Institute actually had the fewest enrollees among the four institutes? "

"Ah?" The surrounding people were taken aback, "Why is that?"

"I asked around a bit..." Murong Bingyun said with a smile, "It’s because the other institutes are more likely to produce results and make big money.

For example, disciples of the Mystic Academy, especially those in the engineering department, are the most sought after.

Most of the innovative gadgets seen in Jiangnan are the handiwork of magicians from the Mystic Academy, and the magistrates from all over Jiangnan prefer to recruit Mystic Academy disciples. "

"That’s the mindset of the common people!

" Bei Yu shook his head in disagreement, "Common people pursue immediate profit without considering the long-term, only looking at short-term benefits. I admit that things created by Mystic Academy magicians are better for people’s livelihood, but in the end, the world is ruled by the strong. If you don’t have power yourself, all wealth is just an illusion, easily plundered by others at any time. "

"You..." Murong Bingyun shook her head, "are taking the law of the jungle on the steppes too seriously."

"Survival of the fittest is the eternal truth of the world!"

Murong Bingyun sighed at this statement.

The steppes were filled with too many people holding such thoughts; hence, their construction progress was always lacking compared to the Central Plains.

Even when they occupied the seven cities of Youyun, they turned such a prime piece of land into nothing more than a giant pasture.

.. Essentially, it remained just like the steppes. ..

"Look, it’s said that Heaven Academy Disciples require a vast amount of Art Energy for research resources, which is an extremely costly industry. You’ll agree with that, won’t you?"

Bei Yu frowned and nodded. Array Masters were historically known for burning cash, and the big families were so enthusiastic about the vacancy drawing technique not just because it enhanced the practicality of Array Masters but also because it saved costs.

After all, materials for stabilizing techniques had always been the most expensive part of arrays.

"So how do we ensure that the Heavenly Institute has enough Art Energy?"

"Huh?" Bei Yu frowned, "Isn’t it supported by Chen Qing?"

"He does support it, but where does he get so much Art Energy from?"

"This..."

Murong Bingyun sighed and shook her head, "As far as I know, disciples from the Huang Academy here at Jiangnan specialize in bioengineering for living creatures, as well as agricultural magicians who work on farming. It’s they who have developed many new crops, allowing Jiangnan to sustain billions of its population just with a few mountains. "

"With enough and good quality food to ensure food and warmth, ample labor is guaranteed. With sufficient labor, more engineering modifications can be undertaken. These engineering projects are what make Jiangnan’s Spiritual Energy so abundant.

With abundant Spiritual Energy, enough Art Energy can be collected for the Heaven Academy Disciples to continue researching more advanced formations. Do you understand now?"

Bei Yu and the others were startled and slowly began to understand.

"This is a positive cycle; missing any part of it wouldn’t have formed the Lyuzhou we see now.

" Murong Bingyun took a deep breath, "Therefore, we cannot all apply for the Heavenly Institute.

We must acquire a comprehensive set of knowledge to return and establish a Lyuzhou in the northern territories! "

"This..." Disciples from Gu Huang looked at each other with hesitation. They understood the logic, but none wanted to be the one to make the contribution...

Their families sent them to glean more Array Technique knowledge, and they themselves wanted to learn techniques that would bolster their own strength. As for construction-related tasks... they really did not want to stick their necks out.

"I’ll go first." Murong Bingyun looked at the group of hesitant disciples and sighed again. Human selfishness was a common occurrence; expecting them to sacrifice their interests and become part of the construction was clearly unrealistic. Instead, it had to be done step by step.

"I’ll apply for the Mystic Academy, with the engineering department as my primary target."

"Brother?" A younger sister from the Murong Family behind him was startled and began to grow anxious.

The family was willing to let her brother come here in hopes of learning profound techniques of Array Masters. If they found out he went to study engineering, he might have to face a severe scolding upon his return!

"It’s okay..." Murong turned to his anxious younger sister and comforted her, "Your talent for Art Calculation is better than mine, and you are actually more suitable to become a Heavenly Institute Technician. The family’s task can be fulfilled by you, so let your brother have a try at other possibilities. "

"But..."

"Enough... Listen to me!" Murong’s face became stern, and the younger members of the Murong Family immediately fell silent. Despite Murong Bingyun’s usual gentleness, he was a resolute decision-maker.

His boldness in coming to Jiangnan against many in his family’s opposition was due partly to his status, but it was also because of his forceful personality.