Academy Elder

Description

The Rank three Gu Master in charge of the academy. He teaches students how to use Gu and advance cultivation. He observes Fang Yuan's actions with mixed feelings, appreciating his battle experience but concerned about his behavior. In these chapters, he conducts the mid-year exam, oversees the assassination incident, and becomes more amicable towards Fang Yuan after suspecting he has been recruited by a clan faction.

Appearance

Old man with white beard and hair, high-spirited.

Personality

Pragmatic, observant, and focused on nurturing Gu Masters while maintaining order.

Relationships

Fang Yuan — mentor · Monitors Fang Yuan's progress and handles disciplinary issues involving him. (Ch.22)
Gu Yue Bo — subordinate · Academy elder reports to the clan leader and follows his guidance on handling Fang Yuan. (Ch.58)
Fang Zheng — teacher · Awards him for advancing first to upper stage. (Ch.72)