Chapter 1958: Chapter 1958: Shenfeng Academy

When he reached the doorway, he immediately heard a commotion coming from inside!

It was reminiscent of a corporate meeting back on Earth!

This was normal, after all, the merger of the Four Major Academies was an enormous event for them; some disagreements were inevitable!

Just as the argument reached a fever pitch, suddenly the door swung open!

Everyone immediately turned to look and saw a young man walk in!

The moment they saw this young man, everything abruptly went silent!

Many had seen Su Chen before, and even those who hadn’t could guess!

"Greetings, Young Master Su!"

The next instant, everyone stood up and respectfully greeted him!

Su Chen nodded slightly, his face calm and expressionless!

Li Changting saw Su Chen arriving and immediately prepared to give up his seat to him!

He knew very well that Su Chen carried much more weight than he did!

To be precise, there was simply no comparison!

However, Su Chen waved his hand and said:

"Dean, this is your seat, please keep it!"

Then, he stood next to Li Changting!

This stance conveyed a wealth of information, most directly, it showed his absolute support for Li Changting!

"I heard the commotion outside just now, if anyone has any opinions, feel free to speak up!"

Su Chen glanced around the room and said calmly.

Despite his gentle tone, everyone couldn’t help but feel a shiver in their hearts!

Perhaps, this is a person’s charisma!

For a moment, no one dared to speak!

"It’s fine, anyone can voice their opinions now, even if you want to point at my nose and curse, it’s okay!"

Su Chen spoke calmly, then his expression turned cold:

"But after today, once a decision is made, if there is any more whining, I won’t take it lightly!"

Upon hearing this, everyone trembled slightly!

Many exchanged glances and began to speak!

Of course, pointing at Su Chen’s nose to curse was impossible; even given a hundred or a thousand guts, they wouldn’t dare!

But he had made it clear, any opinions or demands should be raised today!

Without Su Chen instructing, the earlier cacophony ceased and they began to speak one by one!

This discussion went on for an hour before it stopped!

During this hour, Su Chen did not interrupt their speaking, instead listening quietly!

Though there were many voices, they boiled down to a few key points!

The first issue was the name of the new academy after the merger!

If it were named Zhaixing Academy, it wouldn’t be a merger of the Four Major Academies, but instead Zhaixing Academy swallowing them!

Though, in fact, it did have that implication, who could blame Zhaixing Academy for having someone like Su Chen?!

This ultimately didn’t sound very pleasant!

So the question arose, should a new name be given, and what should it be? Each academy naturally hoped to incorporate their original name!

But as a name for a power, it can’t be thrown together carelessly, and even if it were, there’s the issue of order!

Although it seems trivial, it was worth the debate!

The second issue was about location; the new merged academy’s scale was bound to be larger, possibly much larger!

Each academy naturally hoped to use their own site for expansion, with arguments like their place being larger or better situated!

Some even argued their academy had better feng shui, with all sorts of reasons!

Of course, these two issues are ultimately about face!

More importantly, it involved power and interests!

This not only meant contesting with Zhaixing Academy, but also between the other three!

Moreover, there was the matter of the new academy’s goals and future!

All these concerns and differences were within Su Chen’s expectations!

After all, no one is a saint, so he wouldn’t demand such from others!

Moreover, since the new academy was yet to be established, it was normal to maintain one’s academy’s original reputation and interests out of habitual thinking!

For instance, Li Changting would naturally want to remain partial to Zhaixing Academy, despite being chosen as the head upon the Four Major Academies’ merger!

However, Su Chen believed that with time, once the Four Major Academies truly fused into one, and everyone felt a sense of belonging, many conflicts would naturally disappear!

At this moment, all eyes were on Su Chen, because though they had all sorts of demands and thoughts, everything depended on Su Chen’s attitude!

Su Chen glanced at everyone and then spoke:

"Regarding the new name after the merger, I think continuing with Zhaixing Academy isn’t quite appropriate. I have a suggestion; how about calling it Shenfeng Academy?"

"Shenfeng Academy?!"

Upon hearing this, everyone murmured the name again.

Indeed, it fit quite well, resonating well upon hearing!

Moreover, since they were situated in the Imperial Capital of the Shenfeng Dynasty, it was fitting to name it Shenfeng Academy, echoing the many groups on Yunxiao Continent named after geography or mountain names!

It also subtly conveyed goodwill to the royal family!

"What does everyone think of this name?"

Su Chen asked.

Everyone nodded in agreement!

Of course, the elders of Zhaixing Academy naturally still wished it to remain Zhaixing Academy, since they led the merger affairs!

But they also understood that if it continued as Zhaixing Academy, the other academies might emotionally struggle to accept it! 𝕗𝐫𝐞𝕖𝕨𝐞𝗯𝚗𝕠𝘃𝐞𝚕.𝐜𝗼𝚖

Further, since it was Su Chen’s proposal - the academy’s most glorious figure in its history - Zhaixing Academy’s elders had no objections!

"Concerning the second issue, the location, I’ve decided we’ll expand based on the existing site of Zhaixing Academy!"

Su Chen declared, allowing no disagreement.

Regarding this issue, Su Chen’s stance was completely different!

Primarily because, as the leading academy in this affair, letting go of the name was enough; if the location was also forsaken, what would that lead to?!

Not to mention, it would dishearten the other elders of Zhaixing Academy!

Conveniently, once the merger was complete, the other academies wouldn’t be needed, and the deconstructed materials could be used for expansion!

Su Chen’s decision had another intent: not to let these people think he was too easily swayed!

The balance between firmness and flexibility is paramount!

Having led the Nether Temple as Hall Master, he naturally understood the art of leadership!

The other academies also felt that the name issue had seen Zhaixing Academy stepping back, so it was their turn to step back regarding the location!

And the elders of Zhaixing Academy were pleased!

Everyone was wise enough to know that not everything could align with their own side’s wishes!

Moreover, Su Chen making a concession already showed respect towards them!

If he stayed firm, what stance could they take, what stance dared they take?!

One can’t act so obliviously, right?!

Soon enough, everyone agreed on the location issue!