You should know, Yang Yan is not only the dean of Silver Moon Academy but also one of the Four Emperors respected in the Hidden World. 𝑓𝑟ℯ𝘦𝓌𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝑐ℴ𝓂

The Blue Sky Knight didn't think that, given the relationship between her and Yang Yan, the latter had to tell her everything.

Don't ask what's not to be asked, don't speak what shouldn't be spoken.

This has always been her guiding principle.

However, she didn't know that the reason Yang Yan didn't explain was simply because he was afraid she would see his less civilized side.

Lei Ming didn't remain unconscious for long, and soon, under the guidance of the Blue Sky Knight, they arrived at the dean's office.

"Teacher!"

Upon seeing Yang Yan, a burst of joyful delight first appeared on Lei Ming's charming face, but soon her face flushed red.

There was no need to guess; Yang Yan could tell that the girl was certainly conscious.

About her body being completely seen, she naturally knew it all too clearly.

"How are you feeling?"

Yang Yan was actually quite uneasy about this matter, so of course, he wouldn't bring it up.

He simply pretended to know nothing and asked.

Lei Ming quickly regained her composure, looked earnestly at Yang Yan and replied:

"Thank you, Master, not only for helping me break through the bottleneck at a critical moment, but also for refining the Power of Lightning within me to a terrifying degree."

Upon hearing Lei Ming's words, Yang Yan smiled and earnestly advised:

"You should also be aware that your recent improvement in strength is due to some external thing."

"Although this external power perfectly matches your body's Power of Lightning without any conflict."

"However, they are ultimately not acquired through your own diligent cultivation, so never try to strive for quick success, or else it will backfire in the end."

After hearing this, Lei Ming nodded, indicating she understood Yang Yan's words.

Then, Yang Yan's expression tightened, and his face became serious:

"Due to certain developments, I have something important to entrust to you for safekeeping..."

Before he could finish, the Blue Sky Knight interrupted and was about to leave the dean's office.

"Moonlight Dean, you two may continue your discussion, I'll step out first!"

Since Yang Yan, as one of the Four Emperors, intended to entrust something significant to his disciple, it was definitely extraordinary.

She was well aware that it was time for her to withdraw.

She should have known earlier and should have left immediately after bringing Lei Ming here.

Possessing something valuable can be a crime, but so can knowing about the possession.

Yang Yan was slightly stunned, but quickly discerned her thoughts.

He lightly chuckled:

"Even though you're from the Western Hidden World, I still trust you. Moreover, I hope you'll act as a supervisor for this item."

As he spoke, Yang Yan opened his palm, and the Lightning Ball representing the world's Origin quietly floated above his hand.

"This is..."

Both women, one older and one younger, widened their eyes and exclaimed in unison.

The Blue Sky Knight's reaction was even more exaggerated than Lei Ming's, as her entire body trembled violently.

"This is the Power of Origin of this world."

Facing the surprised and puzzled looks of the two, Yang Yan briefly explained the Power of Origin.

Finally, he stood up from his chair and solemnly handed the Lightning Ball to Lei Ming:

"From today onward, the world's Thunder Origin will be entrusted to you!"

As Yang Yan finished speaking, Lei Ming's eyes widened again, and her mouth gaped wide enough to fit an egg.

Gazing at the Thunder Origin in Yang Yan's hand, she stuttered:

"Master, are you... sure you want to give this to me?"

Even after being refined and restrained by Yang Yan, the power within the Origin ball had been subdued to a relatively gentler level.

But Lei Ming could still clearly sense that the energy it held was utterly cataclysmic.

She had no doubt that if this power were to be unleashed recklessly, it could obliterate an entire modern city at once, wiping it off the face of the Earth.

Yang Yan, however, was about to place it in her hands, causing Lei Ming to feel incredibly anxious.

Even the Blue Sky Knight beside her couldn't help but show a drastic change in expression, parting her lips as if to speak, but suppressing her words.

"Indeed, it isn't particularly wise to entrust this to her."

Understanding the thoughts weighing on the Blue Sky Knight's mind, Yang Yan chose not to hide it from her and explained:

"However, based on what I've gathered, the current invasion of the Demon Race from beyond is no ordinary threat."

"This battle could very well be the final stand for humanity. I have no choice but to make some risky decisions."

After Yang Yan spoke, the Blue Sky Knight was appalled, her face drastically changing color.

She hadn't expected Yang Yan, the most enigmatic of the Four Emperors, to utter such words.

If Yang Yan was speaking like this, it could only mean one thing: even someone like him held a grim outlook on the upcoming war.

"Demon Race?"

Lei Ming was perplexed by the news, having been unaware of recent events outside:

"Teacher, weren't the Demon Race eradicated many years ago?"

"And weren't their strongest, the Demon Emperor, slain by the Flame Emperor and the Yellow Emperor?"

In response to such assumptions, Yang Yan could only offer a bitter smile.

If he hadn't discovered the ancient secrets from the Dusk Race about the final chapter of the Ancient Human-Demon War, he would have thought similarly to Lei Ming.

But the reality wasn't so simple.

The Demon Race had not been completely eradicated, nor was the Demon Emperor slain.

Even now, their armies hovered around the Heavenly Dao Barrier of this realm, ready to launch a frenzied assault at any moment.

These things need not be concealed.

Yang Yan decided to speak bluntly, detailing the imminent invasion by the Demon Race and his contingency plans.

However, he refrained from mentioning Zi Xu Old Demon and the elder from Star-Picking Palace.

Even he, himself, couldn't fully grasp the identities and powers of these two, and dared not make premature judgments.

"Teacher, shouldn't such matters concern all of humanity? Why does it feel like you bear it alone?"

After a brief period of shock, Lei Ming questioned, puzzled.

Before Yang Yan could reply, Blue Sky sighed softly and said:

"Lei Ming, you witnessed the situation during the last competition. The Hidden World is no longer like ancient times, where everyone stood united against external threats."

"As time has passed, various factions have entrenched deep grievances, both openly and secretly, due to their own interests."

"Moreover, given how suddenly things escalated, bringing them together to resist the enemy in such a short period is impossible, even with your master's status as Moonlight Emperor."

Yang Yan nodded, acknowledging her words.

If he could truly unite them, he wouldn't resort to entrusting the Power of Lightning Origin to Lei Ming so recklessly.

Though its potent energy harmonizes with Lei Ming's talent, the force it harbors is staggeringly vast.

Given Lei Ming's current abilities, it's improbable she could completely control it.

If misused, it's highly likely the Power of Origin could backfire, with disastrous consequences.

However, despite this, Yang Yan found himself with no alternative choice.