"Luo Chuan..."
"I hope it's as you say."
Gu Yue nodded helplessly, glancing at the dark night outside the window before responding. Luo Chuan's deep emotional nature was undeniable, and she believed just as Na'er had said.
After all, this was the man she had firmly chosen.
But with so many girls pursuing him, the mere thought of it was enough to give her a headache...
She could only hope he would rein it in a little.
"..."
Meanwhile, at Tang Luochuan's dormitory door, someone rang the bell, and a voice sounded from inside.
"Hm? Who is it?"
Tang Luochuan pushed the door open in confusion, only to freeze momentarily as a golden-haired figure appeared before him—none other than Dai Yun'er, who had just arrived.
At this moment, she wore a charming smile, one that visibly brightened the instant Tang Luochuan appeared.
"Luo Chuan, it's me."
She said cheerfully, her beautiful eyes never leaving the young man before her, as if he were the most dazzling sight in the world.
"Yun'er, it's so late..."
"Is there something you need?"
Tang Luochuan clearly hadn't expected her, but he quickly regained his composure and asked.
"What..."
"Luo Chuan doesn't even want to invite me in?"
Hearing this, Dai Yun'er paused slightly, a trace of melancholy flashing across her face as she murmured.
"Ah? No, no."
"Come in first, then we can talk."
Seeing her dejected expression, Tang Luochuan quickly shook his head, realizing he might have been inconsiderate.
As he spoke, he stepped aside to let her in. Yun'er coming to see him at night—surely it wasn't for anything outrageous.
"Hehe, great!"
At his words, a spark of joy reignited in Dai Yun'er's eyes as she giggled, her graceful figure swiftly slipping into the room, leaving Tang Luochuan momentarily stunned.
Well, this mischievous princess...
"So, what brings you here tonight, Yun'er?"
In the living room, Tang Luochuan poured her a glass of water before turning his gaze to her and speaking slowly.
As his eyes settled on her, a flicker of something unreadable passed through them.
Na'er's words from earlier that day, along with Yun'er's bold declaration during enrollment, still echoed in his mind.
Though his expression remained calm, his thoughts were anything but.
"I..."
"I've never attended Shrek Outer Courtyard before, so I don't really know how things work here. I thought I'd ask you."
Dai Yun'er steadied herself before offering a gentle smile, speaking deliberately.
"Coming to ask me..."
"Actually, Si Duo could've told you too, right?"
Tang Luochuan couldn't help but chuckle at her excuse, his expression tinged with amusement. This Yun'er...
Using coursework as a reason—she really had the guts to say it outright.
Whether she was here for answers or just to see him, he wasn't blind to the truth.
"Well..."
"Sister Duoduo is cultivating right now, and I didn't want to disturb her. That's what she told me."
"She has to train super seriously every night, otherwise the gap between her and everyone else will only grow wider."
A hint of embarrassment flashed across Dai Yun'er's face, but she quickly composed herself and spoke earnestly, every word the truth.
"Training at night, the gap growing wider..."
Hearing this, a thoughtful expression appeared on Tang Luochuan's face. The person Si Duo was so desperate to catch up to seemed to be...
"Luo Chuan, you wouldn't refuse me, would you?"
Dai Yun'er looked at him expectantly.
"Alright."
"Then I'll tell you about it."
Seeing the hopeful look in Dai Yun'er's eyes, Tang Luochuan gave a light nod. Since he was already here, he couldn't just let her leave empty-handed.
"Yay!"
Hearing Tang Luochuan's affirmative answer, Dai Yun'er's eyes immediately lit up, her mood soaring with excitement. She hadn't expected Sister Duoduo's advice to actually work.
Yes, it was Wu Siduo who had suggested this.
Wanting to spend some time with Luo Chuan but afraid she wouldn't find the right words, she had followed the other's advice and come to ask Luo Chuan about the curriculum under the pretense of not knowing.
At first, she hadn't understood—wouldn't it be more appropriate to ask Duoduo about this? Wouldn't coming to Luo Chuan be too awkward? But now, thinking about it, as long as he didn't reject her...
Didn't that mean he was well-disposed toward her?
Hehe, as expected of Sister Duoduo, a genius who could research the Self Martial Soul Fusion Skill—her little brain was truly brilliant.
"Then I'll explain it to you. Life at Shrek Outer Courtyard can generally be divided into theoretical classes and personal training time. The former takes place in the mornings on Workshop Days, and the latter in the afternoons."
"In the first semester, what we cover includes Mecha and Battle Armor. The content is..."
Unaware of Dai Yun'er's ulterior motives, Tang Luochuan smiled patiently as he explained.
"..."
Dai Yun'er nodded from time to time, her gaze never leaving him, watching with rapt attention. Slowly, her thoughts drifted away from the dorm.
"Yun'er? Yun'er?"
"Hmm..."
"Are you even listening?"
Seeing the dazed look on the girl before him, Tang Luochuan couldn't help but show a hint of contemplation. As he spoke, he waved a hand in front of her face and asked softly.
"Ah..."
"Where were you just now, Luo Chuan?"
Dai Yun'er's face flushed red as she snapped back to reality, then she smiled shyly, somewhat embarrassed to admit.
Her real purpose in coming had been to see Luo Chuan—everything else was just an excuse. As for the so-called curriculum...
How could she possibly have paid attention? She hadn't come to Shrek Academy for classes.
"You..."
"Actually, the curriculum isn't too different from what you had on the Star Luo Continent. I don't think you'll have trouble keeping up. Even if you do, you can always ask the teachers for extra lessons."
Tang Luochuan chuckled helplessly, speaking without much concern.
"By the way, Yun'er, at this hour..."
"You should go back and rest or meditate."
Tang Luochuan looked at her. It wasn't that he didn't trust himself, nor that he didn't trust Yun'er...
But a man and a woman alone at this hour—it just wasn't the best idea.
"I know."
"But, Luo Chuan..."
"It's been so long since we last met. Can I hug you?"
Dai Yun'er nodded obediently, then suddenly changed the subject. She lifted her head slightly and spoke softly.
"Hmm?"
"Hug?"
Hearing this, Tang Luochuan wore a puzzled expression. Why was she suddenly asking for a hug...
But before he could even voice his refusal, a soft warmth had already rushed into his embrace.
"You didn't say anything."
"So I'll take that as a yes."
Dai Yun'er murmured with a giggle, then quickly let go, her face flushing pink. Her large, sparkling eyes shyly darted away.
This was exactly the feeling she wanted!
Dai Yun'er, you're truly the bravest princess!
"Luo Chuan, you should rest early."
"See you tomorrow, I..."
"I'm leaving now!"
Dai Yun'er waved hurriedly, her face bright red, and dashed out of the dormitory in a flash, leaving only a bashful silhouette behind.
As the old saying goes: when a man chases a woman, it's like climbing a mountain; when a woman chases a man, it's like parting a veil. If a girl takes the initiative, there's no man she can't win over.
And right now, Dai Yun'er's advantage was that other girls didn't dare to make a move under the overwhelming talents of Gu Yue and Na'er.
But she, Dai Yun'er...
Had always been extraordinarily bold!
(End of chapter)