White Tiger Institute

The next day.

Today is the day where Han Jun and the other youths leave for White Tiger Institute. Han Zhen and Qin Yu were waiting at the entrance of the manor.

Qin Yu gave Han Jun a gentle look and said, "Make sure you don't get any thinner alright?"

Han Jun gave Qin Yu a light hug before looking at Han Zhan.

Han Zhan had a proud look in eyes and offered a few words of encouragement.

"I know this is your first time leaving White Cloud City. However, a man is bound to leave home one day. I hope you come back as a proud man with a multitude of experiences."

Han Jun gave his father an affirmative nod before turning around.

"Don't worry father. It will soon be my turn to support the Han clan."

With that, Han Jun left

….

In an empty field.

The elder Gu Yijun was standing with his hands behind his back and his eyes closed. Beside him were a couple of other youths, seemingly waiting for something.

"What's taking them so long", muttered Bai Ling as she stood impatiently. Bai Ling was excited about attending White Tiger Institute and arrived rather early. Beside her was Zhan Kun, who decided to do a few exercises out of boredom.

A few minutes later, Han Jun arrived, followed by Teng Zemin.

Gu Yijun slowly opened his eyes.

"Now that everyone is here, we will now leave."

Gu Yijun waved his hand and all the youths were swept up by a large white cloud. He then jumped onto the cloud, causing it to start flying into the sky.

"Not even father can fly like this. Elder's cultivation must at least be at the Spirit Forming stage," remarked Han Jun as amazement.

"Hmph, I will also be able to do such things in the future," replied Teng Zemin, who simply stood with a cold expression.

Next to him, Zhan Kun scratched his head and said, "I wonder how long that will take."

Teng Zemin simply snorted and closed his eyes.

The flight was uneventful as the cloud eventually reached a massive ravine. The distance from one side to the other is greater than 5 kilometres. As for the width, there was no end in sight.

Curiosity filled the eyes of the youths as they looked at the gargantuan ravine. However, a serious look appeared on Gu Yijun's face.

"This is the continental ravine"

"For some reason, every continent has a similar ravine near it's center. When you approach the continental ravine, you will experience a suction force. Even with my strength, getting sucked in will result in my death."

In response to those words, the faces of everyone on the cloud paled.

"Hold tightly onto the cloud. We will now be crossing."

*Bam*

As the cloud crossed over the ravine, it slowed down slightly as everyone on the cloud experienced a strong gravitational pull.

Unfortunately, Teng Zemin was standing and he instantly collapsed face first onto the cloud. Han Jun, Bai Ling, and Zhan Kun fared better as their backs arched. However, the other six youths struggled to resist the pressure as sweat poured down their faces.

Time passed.

Eventually, the pressure disappeared as the cloud finished crossing over the ravine.

"Finally, it's over."

The youths breathed a sigh of relief as they stretched their aching muscles.

"Teng Zemin! That was a marvelous faceplant. Truly worthy to be a star of White Cloud," laughed out Zhang Kun.

Teng Zemin's expression darkened.

He coldly replied, "No need to make a fuss."

However, a faint red hue could be seen appearing on his face.

A puzzled expression appeared on Han Jun's face. Could this suction force really threaten a Soul Formation expert? However, this question was quickly answered as he realized that the cloud was currently at a high altitude. Perhaps the suction force gets stronger the closer you get to the ravine. At the same time, Gu Yijun was likely bearing most of the pressure, reducing the stress on the youths.

Gu Yijun turned around to face the youths.

"You have done well in resisting the pressure. We will arrive at White Tiger Institute very soon."

Before long, what seemed to be a small city slowly appeared into view.

"The White Tiger Institute is in that city?" asked Bai Ling.

"Haha."

Gu Yijun let out a hearty laugh.

"Incorrect. That's the White Tiger Institute you're looking at."

Bai Ling's eyes sparkled while shocked expressions immediately appeared on the faces on the other youths.

"That's the entire institute?"

"How many students will there be?"

Zhan Kun had an excited look in his eye as he remarked, "Looks like I won't have a lack of sparring partners."

Han Jun was also very surprised as he looked at the Institute. It was at least twice the size of White Cloud City.

The cloud slowly descended in front of a gate guarded by two students. Upon seeing Gu Yijun, the two students saluted.

"Greetings elder."

Gu Yijun gave them a nod as he led the youths into the White Tiger Institute.

Passing the gate, Han Jun looked in awe as he saw numerous students bustling about.

"Get used to this. You will also be busy if you don't want fall behind your peers," commented Gu Yijun.

He led the youths toward a small building. On top of the building hung a sign [Registration Office|. Gu Yijun gestured the new students towards a counter.

When Han Jun reached the counter, the lady behind the counter asked, "What's your name and age?"

"I'm Han Jun and I turn fifteen this year."

The lady inscribed something under the table before handing Han Jun a token and a bag. The token was a simple wooden tablet with Han Jun's name inscribed on it while the while the bag was made of cotton and looked ordinary.

"This is your student token while that is a storage bag. New students are entitled to bags that have 2 cubic meters in space. I hope you enjoy your stay at White Tiger Institute."

Han Jun thanked the lady and moved out of the way.

"The White Tiger Institute is quite generous," pondered Han Jun.

After all, storage bags weren't common. In White Cloud City, Han Jun had only his seen his father and a few other important individuals holding one.

After the rest of the new students registered, Gu Yijun pulled them to the side before he began explaining a few rules.

"As new students, you will be admitted into the junior division. To promote into the senior division, your cultivation must reach the foundation stage. If you can't promote by the age of 19, you must leave White Tiger Institute."

"As for your student tokens, they hold contribution points which are useful in our Institute. New students get 100 contribution points to start with. Those that did well in the selection competition will receive a bonus. If you wish to earn more points, you may go to the task building."

"As for what to spend these points on… You will figure that out in your time here. Cui Chunhai, take them to their residence."

With that, Gu Yijun disappeared as an older male came out to greet the students.

"Follow me, I wil lead you to your residence."

While walking, the group passed by a female student wearing a green dress. She had a look of surprise before a mocking smile appeared on her face.

"Cui Chunhai, looks like your batch of students this time isn't quite up to par."

Cui Chunhai only let out a cold snort before he continued walking. It was only after awhile that he began to explain a few more things.

"As you know, the White Tiger Institute is quite large. Therefore, it's not a surprise that it contains many factions. Every three years, an elder from each faction is sent to a different area in Western Tiger Continent to recruit students."

He then let out a sigh.

"We're part of the Towering Toads while she's part of the Soaring Swans. Our factions have always been at odds."

Bai Lings face instantly darkened.

"Why are we called toads?"

She was not amused.

Cui Chunhai could only let out a helpless laugh.

"You can ask the first faction leader. Anyways, I heard that the Soaring Swans recruited a very talented student this time. Looks like we might lose face in this year's initiation match."

Han Jun's interest got perked.

"Initiation match?"

"That's right. Every batch of new students will have a match with the new students of another faction. The winning faction will receive slight benefits. Coincidently, we're matched up against the Soaring Swans this year."

As Cui Chunhai spoke, a large building appeared into view. It was a few metres tall and had 20 doors. Most likely, each door represented a room.

"Anyways, we've arrived at your residence. Pick a room and tap your student token on the handle. Rest well, the initiation match is tomorrow."

With that, Cui Chunhai left.

"Tomorrow?"

A few of the students were puzzled.

Zhan Kun had a big grin on his face.

"Already a fight on the second day. Perfect!"

Each of the students picked a room and entered. Han Jun chose a room next Bai Ling's and entered as well.

The room was rather spacious. There was work desk, table and a bed.

Han Jun sat on the bed and decided to cultivate.

"A genius by White Tiger Institute's standards huh?"

"I wonder how strong he is."