Chapter 51: Invest 10,000 gold coins

If Qin Feng were to join Shrek Academy, he would undoubtedly be one of the most extraordinary, monstrous talents the academy had ever seen. Such a person, with abilities like his, wouldn't need to invest a single coin to gain entry—Shrek would consider themselves fortunate to have him.

Flander, having traveled the continent for many years, had encountered many powerful young talents. But he had never come across someone as overwhelmingly gifted as Qin Feng. This young man was exceptional, not just in business but also in cultivation—an epic anomaly.

Usually, those who excelled in business often fell short in cultivation due to the focus on their trade. But Qin Feng seemed to break all conventions.

"I wonder if someone like me can be admitted into Shrek Academy, Dean Flander?" Qin Feng asked with a slight smile, the corners of his mouth curving upward.

"Gulp."

Flander swallowed hard, visibly stunned.

"With your talent Feng shao, it would be an honor for Shrek Academy to have you," Flander said, placing a hand on his chest in a gentlemanly gesture.

Shrek was a school for monsters, and standing before him was a super monster—it was almost unbelievable.

"Oh?" Qin Feng replied, raising an eyebrow. "It seems the Dean has agreed to let me join. But I'm not in a rush. I'd like to see if the teachers at Shrek are really as strong as you say."

Qin Feng smiled as he spoke, but he had another reason for delaying. His system had just issued him a third mission: "Take Down Zhao Wuji." It was simple and straightforward. He needed to fight Zhao Wuji, and he saw this as the perfect opportunity.

Under normal circumstances, he would have to challenge Zhao Wuji after officially joining the academy, but that would be too public. Not only would Xiao Wu and the others be there, but so would the other applicants. He didn't want to reveal his twin celestial hammers in front of such a crowd. Though he was strong enough to protect himself, exposing his powerful weapons prematurely wasn't wise.

Moreover, if he were to fight Zhao Wuji, it had to be in private, away from prying eyes. A full-force battle with the celestial hammers wasn't something to take lightly, and he didn't want to seem as if he was underestimating the Immovable King.

"So, Qin Feng, what are your plans?" Flander asked, a hint of curiosity in his voice.

"I'll randomly select one of your teachers over the next two days to test them," Qin Feng said, his smile growing wider. "If I find them satisfactory, then I'll join Shrek Academy."

Flander blinked in surprise. "You... want to test our teachers?"

What kind of student was this? Challenging the teachers before even entering the academy? And only if he was satisfied with the outcome would he agree to enroll?

"Why, Dean Flander, didn't you just say your teachers were strong enough?" Qin Feng teased.

"N-no, of course! If you want to challenge a teacher, we would be honored," Flander quickly replied, taking a sip of his coffee to hide his astonishment.

"Well, then," Qin Feng said with a grin, "let's talk about my investment in Shrek Academy..."

Flander's demeanor shifted slightly, his eyes narrowing as a shrewd glint appeared. After all, securing an investment from Qin Feng was still a priority.

"How about an initial investment of 10,000 gold coins?" Qin Feng said after a brief pause, watching Flander's reaction closely.

Flander's eyes widened in shock. "Ten thousand gold coins?!"

In this world, one gold coin was worth around 4000 dollar appox in Earth's currency, meaning Qin Feng was offering a sum equivalent to more than 40 million dollars in one go.

With 10,000 gold coins, Shrek Academy could undergo much-needed renovations. It would be enough to sustain the academy for another year or two without worry.

Qin Feng was truly generous, and Flander could hardly contain his excitement.

"This was a worthwhile trip," Flander thought, his heart racing. "I definitely didn't waste my time bringing so many gifts along."

However, Flander didn't realize that if he had brought rare ores and metals instead of local specialties this time, Qin Feng might have been even more impressed.

Over the past six years, Qin Feng had multiplied his initial 500 gold coins tens of thousands of times, and his net worth had already reached a million gold coins. So, taking out 10,000 or even 20,000 gold coins was not difficult for him at all.

"Qin Feng, this is your admission letter. Please take it."

With a heavy stamp, the new admission notice was handed over to Qin Feng. Luckily, Flander had brought along a soul guide, the admission letter, and a pen this time. By giving this notice to Qin Feng, Flander was confident that there would be no complaints.

"I'm really a clever dean, always thinking of the students. Shrek Academy will definitely thrive under my leadership," Flander thought, smirking with a narcissistic expression.

"I'll take this admission letter for now, but don't be too happy, Dean Flander. We'll see how things go after I've tested the teachers at the academy," Qin Feng said calmly while sipping his coffee.

"Of course! Feel free to test them until you're satisfied," Flander responded with a wide grin.

"Oh, I didn't realize we've been chatting for an hour or two. Qin Feng, with the new term just starting at Shrek Academy, there are many things to handle. I won't be able to chat with you any longer," Flander said, pretending to check the time and acting as if he was in a hurry.

"All right, if Dean Flander has other business to attend to, I won't keep you," Qin Feng replied cheerfully.

"Heh, trying to make a quick getaway after securing the investment, huh?" Qin Feng thought. But he wasn't going to lose out in this deal. After all, Flander had previously shared the investment ratios with him: for any investment over 10,000 gold coins, he would automatically receive a 30% stake in Shrek Academy.

At this point, Qin Feng had essentially become the largest shareholder of Shrek Academy, second only to Flander. There might not be much profit right now, but once they started competing in tournaments and earning top rankings, the returns would multiply.

In Qin Feng's eyes, Shrek was a prime investment, one that would eventually pay off handsomely. The 10,000 gold coins he invested today would be returned many times over in the future.

"Well then, Qin Feng, I won't disturb your leisure time. I'll be going now," Flander said, finishing the coffee in his cup before leaving.

Qin Feng remained in the café for a little while longer, gazing out at the beautiful scenery through the window as he sipped his coffee alone. After about half an hour, he glanced at the pile of local specialties that Dean Flander had left on the table, wondering what to do with them.

Just then, he heard a commotion outside.

Suddenly, the door to the private room Qin Feng was sitting in burst open, and as his gaze met the person at the door, his eyes filled with surprise.