They had deliberately chosen to discuss matters in the spacious courtyard precisely because they were worried that there might be a secret eavesdropping room inside.

The main structure of the residence wasn’t that far away from the courtyard, though, and those with higher cultivations could still hear what they were saying. However, once Qin Guangyuan took out a strange rock and put it on the table, the two of them inside the building discovered that they couldn’t hear anything anymore.

“That’s a soundproofing stone produced by the Royal Academy. It can prevent sound from leaving a certain radius.” Qiu Honglei was experienced and knowledgeable, and quickly explained what had happened.

“The Royal Academy?” Zu An was momentarily puzzled, but he quickly realized that this was probably the highest educational establishment in the Zhou Dynasty. It would be akin to the Imperial College of the olden days.

The most outstanding students from places like Brightmoon Academy would be enrolled in the Royal Academy to further their studies....