Ouyang Chuanqi was about 30 years old yet looked like an 18- or 19-year-old youth. His conspicuous red hair whipped about wildly, and with a set of crimson armor and a fiery spear hanging on his back, he walked toward Xiang Shaoyun in a spirited manner. He was one of the 10 freaks rarely seen in public. Nobody knew where he had been cultivating all this while. Even so, that did not hinder his fame from spreading within the academy.

Similar to the Yu Clan, the Ouyang Clan was an ancient influential clan. They had great accumulation, and Ouyang Chuanqi was the genius from that clan. It was natural for him to be as dazzling as the sun. Wherever he went, he was the center of attention.

With Xiang Shaoyun’s recent growth in fame, Ouyang Chuanqi's act of walking toward him attracted a lot of attention. When Xiang Shaoyun sensed the uproar, he looked toward Ouyang Chuanqi's direction. And when his gaze landed on Ouyang Chuanqi, he blanked out slightly as a familiar feeling rose within him.

Soon, a certain scene appeared in his mind as he exclaimed, "It's him!"

After joining the academy, Xiang Shaoyun had never met Ouyang Chuanqi. But now, he found that this Ouyang Chuanqi was not someone he had never met before.

Ouyang Chuanqi arrived before Xiang Shaoyun and smiled cordially. "Haha, we meet again!"

"Yes. I didn't expect that you were actually Ouyang Chuanqi. Well, as the saying goes, you make friends from fights," Xiang Shaoyun replied with a smile.

How did he know Ouyang Chuanqi? It was related to the Devil Domain. Back then, Ouyang Chuanqi and some Emperors were fighting over the devil edge grass. Ultimately, Xiang Shaoyun snatched the prize from them.

Ouyang Chuanqi and the others were indignant and wanted to snatch the devil edge grass back. However, Xiang Shaoyun's Nether Soul Domain scared them off, and Xiang Shaoyun even forced them to pay for their freedom. It was an incident Ouyang Chuanqi had never forgotten.

"Well said, you make friends from fights. In fact, I am itching to fight with you right now," said Ouyang Chuanqi, his battle intent surging.

"If that is your wish, I am ready at any time," replied Xiang Shaoyun without shrinking back.

"Forget it. You're a freak. I still know my strength well," said Ouyang Chuanqi with a sign.

The people in the surroundings were overwhelmed with shock when they heard their exchange. They could tell that Ouyang Chuanqi was backing off from Xiang Shaoyun, and it was an incredibly shocking piece of news. Even Ouyang Chuanqi was not Xiang Shaoyun's match?

In truth, during their first meeting at the Devil Domain, Ouyang Chuanqi was given a big fright by Xiang Shaoyun's Nether Soul Domain. Back then, Xiang Shaoyun was still at the Skysoar Realm, while Ouyang Chuanqi was already a fourth-stage Dragon Ascension Realm cultivator.

Even in that situation, Ouyang Chuanqi still needed to obediently pay Xiang Shaoyun for his freedom. From that, one could see how freakish Xiang Shaoyun was. It was also Ouyang Chuanqi's first defeat in the hands of someone with a lower cultivation level, and he would never forget that experience. When he found out who Xiang Shaoyun was, he was filled with complicated emotions.

"You are exaggerating. You are one of the strongest disciples in the academy. I might not necessarily be your match," said Xiang Shaoyun humbly, giving Ouyang Chuanqi the respect he deserved.

Ouyang Chuanqi's public admission of defeat had greatly improved Xiang Shaoyun's impression of him. Ouyang Chuanqi was evidently a candid and honorable person.

"Don't even bother. Others might not know you, but how would I not?" Ouyang Chuanqi waved his hand. "This trip into the Gleamstar Blessed Land is quite a boring game, to be honest. How about I play alongside you?"

"You're looking to join the Overlord Legion?" Xiang Shaoyun asked.

The eyes of the Overlord Legion members shone when they heard that. If Ouyang Chuanqi really joined them, their prestige would rise to a level comparable to the four greatest factions. From then on, the academy would have five great factions.

After all, Ouyang Chuanqi had great fame. A lot of people worshiped him, wishing to become his followers.

Ouyang Chuanqi smiled. "If you can fight me and make me suffer a defeat I wholeheartedly accept, I won't mind joining. But for now, I don't have any interest in that. I merely find you pleasing to the eyes. Perhaps if we enter together, there will be a pleasant surprise waiting for us."

"Sure. Just make sure not to drag us down when the time comes," Xiang Shaoyun said nonchalantly.

Ouyang Chuanqi almost coughed blood in anger. There was no need to mention how strong he was. Yet Xiang Shaoyun was telling him to not be a burden? That was an insult!

"You bastard, a time will come when you need something from me," Ouyang Chuanqi grumbled. "Do you have any liquor? Just waiting like this is really boring."

A jar of liquor appeared in Xiang Shaoyun's hand. He tossed it over and said, "Are you really just here to ask for liquor?"

Ouyang Chuanqi opened the jar and took a delightful chug before saying, "You don't know this, but I have long finished my liquor supply, and I didn't have the chance to restock before coming."

Xiang Shaoyun took out another jar of liquor and said, "It's dull to drink alone. Let me drink with you."

He then took a bold chug as well.

"F*ck yeah. This is the leisurely feeling I am seeking. Gleamstar water? Who cares? Life goes on whether I get it or not. No point in thinking too much about it," said Ouyang Chuanqi. He was completely at ease and did not seem to care much about the gleamstar water.

Xiang Shaoyun smiled but did not say anything. He continued drinking. Inwardly, he laughed, What a great actor. If you don't care about the gleamstar water, why would you bother looking for me?

The two started drinking and chatting as if they were old friends who had known each other for years. The sight of them was very thought-provoking for the academy disciples.

Some felt that only another freak knew a freak well, and this was a partnership of the strong. Some felt that Ouyang Chuanqi was lowering himself by befriending Xiang Shaoyun and was making an unwise decision. Some felt that Xiang Shaoyun was incredibly lucky to be able to befriend a freak like Ouyang Chuanqi.

Regardless of their thoughts, they now had to readjust their mindset toward Xiang Shaoyun. In the past, they viewed him as someone destroying his own prospects by cultivating nine powers. But now, not only had Xiang Shaoyun displayed great strength, he had even befriended Ouyang Chuanqi. In the future, he would also shine brightly.

Without realizing it, the masses reached a decision to avoid offending the Overlord Legion if possible.