"With what you just said, I understand now. This mage appeared in the archives of the Knight Academy." Lin Tian recalled the records about King Arthur. It could be said that this Great Mage played a crucial role in helping King Arthur ascend to the throne.

Xiao Manxue continued, "This statue originally stood at the entrance of the school, but due to some historical reasons, it was once destroyed. After King Arthur's era ended, a notorious plague broke out in Europe, known as the Black Death."

"The Black Death was actually the bubonic plague, but people of that era didn't understand and believed it was caused by witches. At the time, witches were extensively massacred, burned, and even mages were implicated."

"The Female College, being a school founded by a mage and with all its students being female, was affected. The principal at the time had to destroy the mage statue at the school gate to protect the school and its students, and also introduced disciplines like swordsmen and knights to show that the school was not teaching magic, let alone witchcraft."

"From then on, the Female College became a comprehensive academy. In some sense, you could say this was a good thing," Xiao Manxue remarked with emotion.

"Truly a legend," Lin Tian said.

At this moment, three female students ran in from outside. Seeing Xiao Manxue, they were all overjoyed and hurried over to her.

"Senior, it's really you! A classmate said they saw you enter the Mage Tower earlier." A red-haired girl said excitedly, as if she had seen her idol.

Xiao Manxue was a little puzzled and asked, "Do you know me?" Judging from her tone, she did not recognize the three female students.

The red-haired girl replied excitedly, "Of course we do! You are a distinguished student of the Hall of Fame. You defeated a teacher from the Knight Academy back in the day; you're our idol."

"Hall of Fame? Defeated a teacher?" Lin Tian said in surprise.

Although the red-haired girl found it strange that a man would appear in the academy, she excitedly explained, "The Hall of Fame is the Royal Women's College's hall of honor. Every year, the most outstanding students are selected, sculpted into statues, and placed in the Hall of Fame, including their achievements. It's the highest honor for students."

Lin Tian gave Xiao Manxue an unexpected look. Once a top student, she was not just a bookworm but possessed exceptional abilities.

"Senior, will you participate in the selection competition this time?" another female student asked expectantly.

"What selection competition? I haven't received any notification," Xiao Manxue replied in confusion.

Lin Tian's heart stirred. Could it be related to the important matter the Reina Sword Saint mentioned?

The three girls exchanged glances, and the red-haired girl said, "During the last hunting mission, our Guardian faced strong resistance, and a Guardian even died. The teachers believe that Wudu and the nearby towns are hiding powerful vampires."

"For safety's sake, the teachers have decided to conduct a joint action between the two academies for a full sweep of Wudu and its governed towns. Due to the operation's risk, only the strongest students from both academies can participate."

"This selection competition aims to determine the strongest groups and individuals. The top five individuals and the top five groups will partake in the hunting mission," the red-haired girl explained in detail, her tone very excited. It was clear that the young girl also wanted to participate; after all, this was not just an honor but also a practical combat opportunity.

"I see, it seems that what the mentor mentioned is this. But I really haven't received any notification." Xiao Manxue realized.

"So will you participate, senior?" the girls eagerly asked again.

Xiao Manxue hesitated for a moment, not immediately agreeing. Firstly, because of her status, as a graduate, she was technically no longer a student of the academy. Secondly, she felt that this hunting mission would not be significantly impacted with or without her.

More importantly, she had to consider Lin Tian's wishes, aware that he usually preferred to avoid troublesome matters.

Lin Tian suddenly said, "Don't worry, Xiao Manxue will participate in the selection."

"Really?" The three girls were thrilled and excitedly said, "That's great! I'll tell the others right away." With that, the three girls cheerfully ran out.

"Lin Tian, I'm surprised. You're usually not interested in these troublesome things," Xiao Manxue said curiously.

Lin Tian had his own plans. This selection competition aimed to prepare for the hunting mission, and the target of the hunting mission was, of course, vampires. Maybe they could uncover something.

But he couldn't state this directly, so Lin Tian smiled and said, "I just don't want your fans to be disappointed. You're their idol and role model. Besides, Reina Sword Saint not letting you leave Holy Spirit Town is a pretty clear indication, isn't it? She surely wants you to participate in this event."

"I don't mind whether I participate or not, as long as you don't oppose it," Xiao Manxue said.

"Since you've decided to enter the selection competition, shouldn't you sign up, Miss? Isn't it time to register?" Lin Tian smiled.

"I don't know where to register..." Xiao Manxue was saying when her phone suddenly rang.

She took it out and said, "It's a message from the mentor."

"It must be about the selection competition," Lin Tian stated confidently.

Xiao Manxue acknowledged, "And the registration location, it's at... Knight Academy."

"Haha, who came up with the bright idea to set the registration location at the Knight Academy? Isn't that sending the Female College's girls into the wolf's den?" Lin Tian laughed.

Xiao Manxue gave Lin Tian a sideways look and said playfully, "It's not as serious as you're making it out to be, do you think everyone is like you?"

"That's true, a handsome rogue like me is a rare find," Lin Tian said seriously.

Secretary Xu couldn't help but chuckle, and Xiao Manxue rolled her eyes at him before walking out of the hall.

"President Xiao, should we find a place to stay first, or go register?" Secretary Xu asked.

"Let's register first." Xiao Manxue said decisively and walked straight toward the school gate.

As they walked, they naturally attracted the attention of many female students. Those who gazed at Xiao Manxue were, of course, her admiring fans. Those who looked at Lin Tian probably did so because of what happened at the school gate. Although Lin Tian was new, due to his encounter with the "Pickup Artist Squad" at the gate, he had become a minor celebrity.

However, this celebrity status was the opposite of Xiao Manxue's, negative. Many girls didn't have a good impression of Lin Tian; publicly refusing a challenge was seen as weakness and cowardice in the eyes of these Westerners.

But Lin Tian didn't mind and continued chatting and laughing with Xiao Manxue. Exiting the school gate and crossing the square, they arrived at the entrance of the Knight Academy.

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