Most importantly, after the Fallen Heart Flame exploded, its consciousness was merely extinguished, but its original flame seed was not damaged.
This was, on the contrary, a great boon for Canaan Academy.
Because the Fallen Heart Flame, with its consciousness extinguished, was like a newborn infant; it wouldn't cause commotions and impact the formation beneath the Sky Burning Qi Refining Tower at every turn, unlike before.
If Canaan Academy nurtured it properly, there might truly be a chance to cultivate this Fallen Heart Flame into a Fire of Inheritance.
Su Qian and the others quickly discovered this, their faces revealing expressions of wild joy.
The Elders gathered around, their faces filled with pleasant surprise.
"Great Elder, that golden light just now, which senior made the move?"
"Could it be that the Dean, that old man, has returned?"
Su Qian shook his head, but a glint of light flashed in his eyes.
"It wasn't the Dean who made the move, but I think I know who did."
He thought of the secret message he had received from Hu Gan not long ago, which led to his speculation.
"No matter who made the move, he has helped our Canaan Academy solve a major problem!"
"Indeed, the Fallen Heart Flame, which even we couldn't contend with together, was casually dealt with by him. Could it be a senior of the Dou Zun level who made the move?"
The Elders spoke one after another. Su Qian listened to their remarks, then handed over the aftermath to them, while he himself hurried alone to the Outer Courtyard.
At the same time!
After casually helping Canaan Academy suppress the Fallen Heart Flame, Qi Lin smiled at Hu Gan and the others, "Dean Hu Gan, I have already resolved the issue of your academy's Fallen Heart Flame."
"Oh... Oh!"
Hearing Qi Lin admit it personally, Hu Gan was stunned again, then immediately reacted and gratefully said to Qi Lin, "Thank you, Sir Qi Lin!"
Qi Lin waved his hand.
"No worries, it was merely a small effort!"
After speaking, he chuckled lightly, teasing, "This way, Dean Hu Gan surely won't suspect us of coveting your academy's Fallen Heart Flame anymore."
Hu Gan and the other Elders listened to Qi Lin's teasing, and their faces immediately showed an awkward smile.
"It was indeed us judging a gentleman by the heart of a villain!"
At this moment, Huo Wu suddenly spoke, "A'Lin, there's still an abnormal flame in the sky!"
As soon as these words came out, everyone subconsciously looked towards the sky.
They saw a deep blue flame quietly floating in mid-air.
It was precisely the Sea Heart Flame left behind after Han Feng's death!
"I almost forgot about it!"
Qi Lin glanced at the Sea Heart Flame and casually grabbed it.
The next second, under the shocked gazes of Hu Gan and the others, the Sea Heart Flame was directly collected by Qi Lin.
Of course, Qi Lin had no intention of refining the Sea Heart Flame; he merely placed it into his Cave Paradise.
Throughout the entire process, this abnormal flame, ranked fifteenth on the Abnormal Flame Ranking, showed not the slightest resistance.
Gulp~
Seeing Qi Lin easily collect the Sea Heart Flame, Hu Gan and the others couldn't help but swallow a mouthful of saliva.
With Qi Lin possessing such unfathomable methods, it was no wonder he would look down on the Fallen Heart Flame.
After collecting the Sea Heart Flame, Qi Lin smiled and said to Hu Gan and the others, "Do you all have anything else?"
This courtyard was Gu Yuena's residence, a student's residence; although exquisite, its area was a bit small, how could it accommodate such a group of people?
Moreover, including this courtyard, it was all Canaan Academy's territory, and Qi Lin and his group were considered guests.
How could guests invite the hosts in the hosts' home?
Hu Gan heard this, then glanced at the courtyard, and immediately cupped his hands, "Nothing, but if someone of your stature condescends to visit our Canaan Academy, and we fail to entertain you properly, if outsiders were to know, I fear we would be ridiculed."
After speaking, Hu Gan solemnly said, "I, Hu Gan, on behalf of Canaan Academy, sincerely invite Sir Qi Lin and all you young friends to move to the Heavenly Heart Pavilion, so that we may fulfill our duties as hosts."
Qi Lin saw Hu Gan's sincere words, and thus smiled faintly, "Since Dean Hu Gan sincerely invites us, how can we refuse?"
Hu Gan was overjoyed to hear this.
As the Vice Dean of Canaan Academy, he was naturally happy to see the academy form connections with a powerful individual like Qi Lin.
The other Elders were also greatly pleased, their thoughts not much different from Hu Gan's.
After all, judging by the strength Qi Lin had displayed, he was most likely a legendary Dou Zun powerhouse.
Perhaps even among Dou Zun realm experts, he could be considered a strong one.
To be able to form connections with such a powerhouse, even if it was just sharing a meal or exchanging a few words, could be said to be an immense honor for them.
If they could receive a few pointers from him, that would be an even rarer opportunity, one in a hundred years.
"Sir Qi Lin, young friends, this way please!" Hu Gan gestured with an open hand.
Subsequently, Qi Lin and the women followed Hu Gan's lead to the Heavenly Heart Pavilion.
According to Hu Gan's introduction, the Heavenly Heart Pavilion was only opened when entertaining the most distinguished guests of Canaan Academy.
It was rumored that at the beginning of Canaan Academy's founding, the Dean had entertained more than one Dou Zun powerhouse in the Heavenly Heart Pavilion.
However, this was merely a rumor, and even Hu Gan found it difficult to ascertain its authenticity.
Qi Lin, however, acknowledged this tradition, as it was perfectly normal for someone of Mang Tianchi's status and strength to have several Dou Zun realm friends.
Along the way, although Hu Gan's attitude was respectful, he was not as reserved as the other Elders.
He said to Gu Xun'er and the other women with emotion, "Before, I had thought of taking you young ladies as disciples, but I never expected your true strength to be so terrifying; I'm afraid even I might not be a match for you young ladies."
But as soon as he finished speaking, the expression on his face suddenly froze.
Because in his perception, the auras of Gu Xun'er, Zhu Zhuqing, and the other two women instantly weakened, becoming the strength of a Dou Ling or so.
Although it was still much stronger than when he first met them, compared to a Dou Huang, it was clearly a world of difference.
What is going on!
Hu Gan was shocked, and the other Elders of Canaan Academy also felt it was unbelievable.
Damn it, how did the strength of these four people suddenly regress so much?
Did they hide their strength again at the same time?
However, they were all very sensible and did not continue to ask.
Along the way, their group attracted the attention of many academy instructors and students, who cast curious glances.
They had clearly recognized the identities of Hu Gan and the others.
And it wasn't just Hu Gan; although Gu Yuena and Xue Ling had only joined the academy for a few months and had kept a low profile after entering, they were also popular figures in the Outer Courtyard and recognized by many students.
Connecting this with the recent large-scale battle that broke out in the Outer Courtyard, these people's minds conjured up many more details.
...
Soon, Hu Gan led everyone to the Heavenly Heart Pavilion.
The Heavenly Heart Pavilion was nestled in a serene bamboo forest; though not luxurious, it appeared very elegant and grand.
Just as Qi Lin and the others were about to enter the Heavenly Heart Pavilion.
In the distance, a figure in white robes flew hastily, stopping in front of the Heavenly Heart Pavilion.
The person who arrived was precisely the Great Elder of the Inner Courtyard, Su Qian!
After Hu Gan repeatedly sent messages via secret method that Qi Lin's strength was not simple, Su Qian naturally dared not show the slightest neglect.