Gerbach and the others were shocked. Even though they had guessed that this would happen, they still couldn't accept the fact that they had been so easily defeated by Schutz.
They were the top elites of the Great Yu Empire's younger generation, and losing to Lu Yin wasn't a big deal since they had never treated him as a peer. Now that they had been defeated so easily by Schutz, they couldn't hide the disappointment in their hearts.
Even further away, the elites of Yu Academy were watching. Gerlaine, Jeraldine, Zhao Yu, Huan Sha, Fu Xiaoshu, Zhen Tong, Song Shi, and the others from Earth were all present. They had personally witnessed Schutz crush Gerbach and the others, and they were equally shocked. This was the strength of the Great Yu Empire's former number one expert.
"This is the power of the Astral Combat Academy students. The difference is too great." Tianming was the first to speak, but he couldn't hide the bitterness in his voice.
Schutz replied, "The difference between the Innerverse and the Outerverse is very obvious. Our use of star energy, battle experience, battle techniques, and comprehension are all on a different level. My current strength can only be considered average in the Astral Combat Academy."
Gerbach and the others narrowed their eyes. "You're only average?"
Schutz nodded, and his gaze swept past them. When he saw Gerlaine, Jeraldine, and the others, he raised his voice. "I came back because I promised Lu Yin that I would reorganize Yu Academy and raise the strength of the younger generation. At the same time, I would select the elites to be taught in Astral-10."
Everyone was delighted. The Astral Combat Academy was the dream of countless people in the Outerverse, and after seeing Schutz's strength, they were even more eager to go.
"Senior Schutz, how strong is the strongest person in the Astral Combat Academy?" someone asked.
Many people looked at him as if he was an idiot. The person felt wronged. "Did I say something wrong?"
Song Shi sneered. "The strongest person is the Royal Regent. Lu Yin, did you not watch the Tournament of the Strongest?"
The person was shocked. "The Tournament of the Strongest?
No, I only watched the Astral Combat Tournament. "
Huo Zhong explained, "Not everyone can watch the Tournament of the Strongest. The Astral Combat Tournament is broadcast to the entire universe, and the Tournament of the Strongest is only broadcasted in a few regions. Your Earth is an exception. The Royal Regent was born on Earth, which is why you can watch it."
Song Shi and the rest were filled with pride. That's right, the Royal Regent had been born on Earth, and they had witnessed the strength of the Astral Combat Academy's top powerhouses. It was a pity that they could not comprehend it.
Schutz's gaze turned cold. "Seeing is one thing, but understanding is another. The Royal Regent's strength is something that even ordinary space-exploring powerhouses cannot comprehend, let alone you. What you need to do now is to increase your strength as much as possible and enter Astral-10. When that time comes, the Royal Regent will personally take you to the Innerverse."
"The Innerverse?
Isn't Astral-10 in the Frostwave Weave? "Gerbach asked.
Schutz shook his head. "The Royal Regent became the champion of the Tournament of the Strongest. Astral-10 is now ranked first and has officially moved to the Innerverse."
Everyone fell silent. He had single-handedly allowed Astral-10 to return to the Innerverse. This was Regent Lu Yin's influence, and it was not something that they could comprehend.
A few days later, Darkstar Gorge and the Nine Allied Nations officially came into contact. As Lu Yin had expected, although both sides tried their best to restrain themselves, they still maintained a certain level of hostility. The Nine Allied Nations were wary of the powerhouse from Darkstar Gorge whose power level was over 200,000, while Darkstar Gorge was also wary of the powerhouse from the Darkmist Weave.
However, Darkstar Gorge had always been domineering, and this time, it was perfectly justifiable. They could not tolerate it for much longer and would definitely think of a way to obtain Shuta Planet. Puyu would also make a move, as this would affect his reputation.
Lu Yin observed the situation for a few days and knew that there was no turning back. Unless one side gave up on Shuta Planet, both sides would definitely waste some time. He considered whether or not he should add fuel to the fire, but after some thought, he decided against it. He could not do anything too obvious, or else he would be discovered.
What he needed to consider now was the Northline Flowzone.
A few days ago, the Ten Arbiters Council had ordered Lu Yin to go to the Northline Flowzone to witness the Northgate Platform Competition.
The Northgate Platform was the symbol of the Northline Flowzone, and there were seventeen families there. They were united because of a rule that had been passed down from generation to generation. The winner of the Northgate Platform Competition could decide the direction of the Northline Flowzone, and the seventeen families could not object. Because of this, even the Eight Great Flowzones did not dare to underestimate the Northline Flowzone.
When the Northline Flowzone had been given to Lu Yin, Feng Shang's attitude had been very strange. The Northline Flowzone was very united against outsiders, and it would be very difficult for Lu Yin to interfere.
Lu Yin looked at the information on the Northline Flowzone again and fell into deep thought.
This time, he would only be able to witness the Northgate Platform Competition, but what about the future?
The Ten Arbiters were all fighting for territory, and since the Northline Flowzone had been given to him, if he could not even interfere, then no one would care about him in the future.
Furthermore, the Northline Flowzone was located between the Blazing Mist Flowzone and the Beast Tamers Flowzone. The powers from these two Flowzones would probably send people to witness the Northgate Platform Competition. Lu Yin did not have a good relationship with the powers from the Blazing Mist Flowzone, so he could not afford to make any mistakes. At the very least, he could not embarrass the Ten Arbiters.
Lu Yin raised his head, feeling rather vexed. This sort of united Flowzone was the most difficult to break through.
At that moment, he received a video call from Astral-10's Old Cai.
Lu Yin was astonished. He had basically left Astral-10 to its own devices, and there were no missions for him to complete. Why would Old Cai contact him for no reason?
"Kid, how have you been?
I heard that you've done quite a few things. "Old Cai was still the same, his mustache sticking out as he beamed at Lu Yin.
Lu Yin respectfully replied, "Thank you for your concern, Old Cai. May I know why you're looking for me?"
Old Cai smiled. "It's nothing much. Do you still remember the purpose of the Astral Combat Tournament?"
An idea flashed through Lu Yin's mind, and his eyes lit up. He had an idea of what to do.
Old Cai frowned. "Kid, there's something wrong with your expression."
Lu Yin fervently looked at Old Cai. "The Astral Combat Tournament is to determine the rankings of the Astral Combat Academies. Old Cai, since I'm the champion, will Astral-10 be changed to Astral-1?"
Old Cai laughed heartily. "That's right, in theory, but Astral-10 has been weak for too long, and the resources available to the students and teachers cannot match the reputation of Astral-1. Even if Astral-1's name is used, it's useless. That's why we old fellows rejected it. However, Astral-10 will be able to return to the Innerverse thanks to you, kid."
Lu Yin's eyes lit up. "It's good that we can return to the Innerverse. Old Cai, I have a request."
Old Cai narrowed his eyes and looked Lu Yin up and down. "Kid, I'm only telling you because you have the right to know. It doesn't mean that you have the right to decide on Astral-10's matters. Think before you speak."
Lu Yin's expression changed, and he respectfully bowed. "I understand. I don't have any excessive requests. I just hope that Astral-10 can stay in the Northline Flowzone for a while after entering the Innerverse and leave after the Northgate Platform Competition."
Old Cai was astonished. "The Northgate Platform Competition has started again?"
Lu Yin nodded.
Old Cai stroked his mustache and grinned. "I know. You're just trying to intimidate others. Are you afraid that the Blaze Realm and the Ross Empire will oppress you?"
Lu Yin laughed dryly. "Of course not. I represent the Ten Arbiters Council, and those powers won't dare to be too obvious. Besides, I'm also a member of the Lockbreaker Society."
"Is that so? If that's the case, then it's the same for you to go alone. I'm hanging up."
Lu Yin hurriedly replied, "Of course. My most important identity is that I'm a student of Astral-10, and I'm also your disciple. No one would dare to not give Astral-10 face, and no one would dare to offend you."
Old Cai was in a good mood when he heard this, and he thought about it for a moment. "Alright, I agree. I'll go to the Northline Flowzone first, and I'll leave after the Northgate Platform Competition."
"Thank you, Mentor." Lu Yin was overjoyed. With Astral-10 by his side, he felt even more at ease. Astral-10's mentors were not easy to deal with, and Lu Yin had seen the might of a Hunter before. He didn't believe that Old Cai and the other old fellows were just Hunters. Maybe, maybe, maybe they were Enlighters!
Lu Yin hadn't forgotten that someone had once said that Astral-10 was a prison. He guessed that the prison was the crazy headmaster. If that was the case, then these mentors were definitely not simple. Even if he borrowed the courage of the Blaze Realm's powers, they wouldn't dare to embarrass him in front of Astral-10.
Lu Yin was worried that the older generation of experts from the various powers would embarrass him. If that happened, the Ten Arbiters would be dissatisfied with him and question his abilities. He did not want to make any mistakes.
"Kid, you've made a great contribution to Astral-10. We originally planned to give you a reward, but we've decided to forget about it. Going to the Northline Flowzone will be a substitute reward," Old Cai said.
Lu Yin was speechless. How stingy. "Mentor Rainmaster has already helped me develop the Overlaying Stacks Path to Thirty Stacks, so that reward is enough. Thank you for your kind intentions, Mentors."
"Haha, at least you know how to talk. Actually, you're wrong. As long as you safely reach the Northline Flowzone, the Northline Flowzone will guarantee your safety. No one will be able to do anything to you, not even the Blaze Realm. Do you know why?" Old Cai smiled at Lu Yin, as if his scheme had succeeded.
Lu Yin did not understand.
Old Cai slowly explained, "In the Outerverse, it's rare to see an Enlighter, but in the Innerverse, the larger flowzones all have Enlighters, and the Northline Flowzone is no exception. There are seventeen families in the Northline Flowzone, and there are three almighty Enlighters with power levels over 200,000. They are the Northgate family's Elder Northgate, the Lily family's Granny Chan, and the Barthe Jacques family's Tie Sa. Since you're representing the Ten Arbiters Council, those three won't watch you get bullied.
Lu Yin smiled. "No matter what, the academy's presence in the Northline Flowzone will give me some courage. I won't regret it."
Old Cai smiled and nodded before ending the call.
With Astral-10 overseeing things, Lu Yin did not have to worry about anything. If anything unexpected happened, he could just cause a ruckus. Even if Astral-10 could not do anything, he still had Leon's Armada behind him, which was a force that dared to challenge the Daynight clan.
When he thought about all of this, Lu Yin felt his back straighten up.
Although the Northgate Platform Competition would determine the power structure of the Northline Flowzone, it would also greatly affect the surrounding flowzones.