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Chapter 81 Soul Beast Brings Wealth
Chu Xinghe slowly walked towards Tang San, who was lying on the ground. Xiao Wu immediately stood in front of Tang San, her eyes filled with tears as she glared at him angrily, saying, "Chu Xinghe! How could you lay such a heavy hand on your former classmate!"
Chu Xinghe remained calm, his gaze passing over Xiao Wu to Tang San: "You've wasted too much time at Notting Academy. The outside world is vast and worth exploring."
Tang San stood up, clutching his chest, his face pale but still stubborn: "The cultivation methods our teacher taught us have their own reasons."
"Third Brother!" Xiao Wu stomped her foot angrily. "What kind of time is this to still defend him? That Yu Xiaogang can't even beat me, all he knows is empty talk!"
Chu Xinghe did not participate in their argument, but simply stood quietly in place.
Yang Yaozong walked over quickly and said apologetically to Chu Xinghe, "Xinghe, I'm really sorry about what happened today. It's all my fault for not teaching properly."
"Dean, there's no need to apologize." Chu Xinghe waved his hand. "I understand Tang San's feelings. Anyone would feel resentful to see a classmate who was once inferior to them now become someone they have to look up to."
Yang Yaozong glanced at the stubborn Tang San, then at the composed Chu Xinghe, a hint of smugness flashing in his eyes.
He thought to himself that he hadn't misjudged the man; the disciple Yu Xiaogang, who called himself a master, was far inferior to Chu Xinghe, whom he had his eye on.
"Dean, remember to take the Black Jade Divine Bamboo on time," Chu Xinghe carefully instructed. "I need to rush back to Xiaoyuan Village to see the uncles and aunts who have taken care of me like family."
Yang Yaozong nodded repeatedly, a relieved smile appearing on his wrinkled face: "Xinghe, don't worry, be careful on your journey."
Chu Xinghe glanced one last time at Tang San and Xiao Wu, who were still arguing, then turned and walked away.
...
Golden sunlight gently shone on the dirt road leading to Xiaoyuan Village as Chu Xinghe led the Tian Dou Royal Delegation slowly forward.
As the scene at the village entrance gradually came into view, a large group of villagers had already gathered there to wait. Leading them was the old village chief, Lin Manfu, with his white hair and elm-wood cane.
The old man had a hunched back, but he still tried his best to straighten his back, his cloudy eyes constantly looking towards the end of the road.
When Chu Xinghe finally came into view, a bright smile immediately bloomed on Lin Manfu's wrinkled face. He took a few shaky steps forward, his cane tapping the ground excitedly.
The villagers of Xiaoyuan Village behind them also stood on tiptoe, and the children couldn't wait to rush forward.
"Xinghe is back!" Someone shouted first, and the villagers immediately erupted in excitement.
Several children broke free from the adults' hands and skipped and jumped forward to greet them.
Chu Xinghe quickly dismounted and walked briskly to Lin Manfu, bowing respectfully: "Grandpa Village Chief, I'm back."
"Good boy, good boy!" Lin Manfu patted Chu Xinghe's shoulder excitedly, tears welling up in his cloudy eyes. "The city lord sent someone to say you were coming back. The whole village is waiting for you!"
Chu Xinghe looked around at the familiar faces; these were all relatives who had watched him grow up.
He took a deep breath and said loudly, "Dear uncles and aunts, I have good news to tell you all."
The villagers immediately fell silent, staring at him with curiosity.
"First of all, I have already broken through to the Soul Master realm." As he spoke, he released three soul rings, two yellow and one purple, which shone brightly in the sunlight.
The villagers gasped in amazement, and several children clapped their hands excitedly.
"Secondly..." Chu Xinghe paused, a gentle smile appearing on his face, "Thanks to His Highness the Crown Prince's favor, I have been granted the title of Viscount of the Heavenly Dou Empire, and Notting City will become my territory."
For a moment, the village entrance was completely silent.
The old village chief, Lin Manfu, looked excited, but he couldn't utter a word despite opening his mouth wide.
"I have already ordered the lord of Notting City to exempt Xiaoyuan Village from all taxes," Chu Xinghe continued. "This is a small token of my gratitude for your kindness in raising me."
After a brief silence, a deafening cheer erupted from the crowd.
Aunt Wang hugged Chu Xinghe tightly, tears streaming down her face: "Good boy, you've made something of yourself!"
Uncle Li slapped his thigh hard: "I knew Xinghe would amount to something great in the future!"
Lin Manfu, leaning shakily on his cane, tears streaming down his face, exclaimed, "Our Xiaoyuan Village has finally produced a truly great person!"
As the sun sets, its golden rays bathe the open space in the center of Xiaoyuan Village.
More than a dozen large iron pots had already been set up, and wisps of smoke mixed with the enticing aroma of food drifted and lingered in the air above the village.
Laughter, the clatter of spatulas, and the sounds of children playing rose and fell, echoing for a long time in the twilight.
Chu Xinghe took out carefully prepared packages from his storage soul tool and distributed the gifts he had brought back from Tiandou City to each household.
"Aunt Wang, this is your new loom."
"Uncle Li, these are excellent blacksmith tools."
"Little Tiger, this stationery set is for you."
The villagers held their gifts, their faces beaming with happiness.
Chu Xinghe directed several strong young men to pour bundles of medicinal herbs into the boiling pot one by one.
As the fragrance of Ganoderma lucidum mingled with the aroma of several herbs gleaming with an unusual light, a rich herbal scent quickly filled the village.
Nato, the head of the royal delegation, stood aside and couldn't help but click his tongue in amazement.
Those rare herbs mixed into the medicinal cuisine are priceless treasures even in Tiandou City, yet Chu Xinghe used them on these ordinary villagers.
"Master Nato, come and try our village's medicinal cuisine!" Old village chief Lin Manfu greeted him warmly, his rough hands holding a steaming bowl of medicinal soup.
Nato awkwardly accepted the bowl, and looking at the simple, smiling faces of the villagers around him, a sense of shame welled up inside him.
These villagers, whom he usually looked down upon, were now sharing their most precious things with him without reservation.
Chu Xinghe walked to Nato's side and said softly, "Does Lord Nato find this strange?"
Nato smiled awkwardly: "The Viscount does indeed treat these villagers with exceptional favor."
Chu Xinghe looked at the children playing in the distance with a gentle gaze: "I lost both my parents when I was young. These villagers took turns bringing me food, Aunt Wang sewed clothes for me stitch by stitch, and Uncle Li taught me to read and write."
He turned to look at Nato and said seriously, "Without them, there would be no Chu Xinghe today."
Nato was stunned; the medicine bowl in his hand was slightly hot.
He tilted his head back and drank the medicine in one gulp, then suddenly bowed solemnly to Chu Xinghe: "Your Excellency, today I finally understand what true aristocratic demeanor is."
Chu Xinghe patted him on the shoulder with a smile: "Come on, try our village's specialty dishes. Tonight, we won't leave until we're drunk!"
Laughter echoed through the night sky of Xiaoyuan Village, illuminated by the campfire.
Nato sat among the villagers and experienced this pure warmth for the first time.
Just as the banquet was in full swing, Natto suddenly widened his eyes.
He saw Chu Xinghe feeding a rare herb that glowed with a faint blue light to the big yellow dog lying at his feet.
"Viscount, this…" Natto almost dropped the wine glass in his hand.
Chu Xinghe chuckled and scratched the big yellow dog's chin: "Lai Cai, open your mouth."
The dog, as if understanding human nature, opened its mouth and swallowed the priceless herb whole.
"To be honest," Chu Xinghe said, a mischievous glint in his eyes, "this was my childhood dream. When I became successful, I would definitely turn the village dogs into spirit beasts too."
When one person attains enlightenment, even their chickens and dogs ascend to heaven.
Nato's lips twitched, unsure how to react for a moment.
Just then, Lai Cai suddenly let out a low growl, and his fur began to glow with a golden light.
Its body swelled at a visible speed, its fangs became sharp, and there were faint fluctuations of soul power around its body. It had become a hundred-year-old soul beast!
"Woof!" The evolved Lai Cai excitedly pounced on Chu Xinghe, almost knocking him over.
The villagers were not afraid at all; instead, they gathered around and marveled at the sight.
"Good lad! Lai Cai has made something of himself!"
"Now let's see who dares to steal chickens from our village!"
As Nato watched this scene, his facial muscles twitched uncontrollably.
He simply couldn't understand why this young and promising viscount would have such a peculiar hobby.
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Chapter 82 Arguments at the Head of the Bed are Made Up at the Foot
Just as Xiaoyuan Village was celebrating joyfully.
Inside Dormitory 7 of Notting College, shrouded in night, the candlelight flickered violently, casting two opposing figures onto the mottled wall.
Xiao Wu's long pink hair moved without wind, and her eyes blazed with anger. She questioned, "Third Brother, how long are you going to be so stubborn? Yu Xiaogang's theories are nothing but empty talk! You saw Chu Xinghe's strength today!"
Tang San stood in the shadows, his voice calm but tinged with a hint of strain: "Our teacher has his own considerations. We don't need to compete with Chu Xinghe for a moment; the one who laughs last laughs best."
His knuckles turned white from the force he exerted. The fact that his former classmate, whom he had once considered a good-for-nothing, had now left him far behind was gnawing at his proud heart like a venomous snake.
Xiao Wu laughed in anger, kicking over the wooden stool next to her: "Consider? He can't even beat me! Look at Chu Xinghe, he's only been training outside for less than two years and he's already become a Soul Master, and now he's a Viscount of the Heaven Dou Empire with his own territory!"
In the corner, the other work-study students huddled on their beds, trembling. The aura unleashed by the two Great Soul Masters made them afraid to even breathe.
"Enough!" Tang San suddenly raised his voice, but then softened his tone, "Xiao Wu, your teacher has treated us all these years..."
"I've had enough!" Xiao Wu interrupted him abruptly, a resolute glint in her eyes. "I'm leaving Notting Academy to see the real world."
She took a deep breath, her voice trembling slightly: "Third brother, are you coming with me or not? If you choose to stay, then we'll part ways here, and our sibling relationship will end here."
The dormitory suddenly became eerily quiet; even the sound of burning candles could be clearly heard.
Tang San's expression changed drastically. He rushed forward, grabbed Xiao Wu's wrist, and said urgently, "Don't talk nonsense!"
His mind flashed back to all the moments he had spent with Xiao Wu over the years.
After a long silence, Tang San finally relented: "I'll go and persuade the teacher to take us to that monster academy."
He gritted his teeth and added, "If the teacher doesn't agree, I'll go with you."
The anger in Xiao Wu's eyes gradually subsided, but she still stubbornly turned her face away.
...
As night deepened, Tang San stood in front of Yu Xiaogang's dormitory door and gently knocked three times on the door with his fingers.
"Come in." Yu Xiaogang's distinctive deep voice came from inside the room, carrying a deliberately constructed air of authority.
Tang San pushed open the door and entered, seeing Yu Xiaogang standing with his back to him by the window, the moonlight casting a long shadow of him.
Only an oil lamp was lit inside the room, casting an unpredictable shadow on Yu Xiaogang's serious face.
"Teacher, you...you already know?" Tang San's voice was a few decibels lower than usual.
Yu Xiaogang slowly turned around, his eyes beneath his gray eyebrows flashing with a gloomy light: "About losing to Chu Xinghe?"
He snorted coldly and said in a deep voice, "What, has one failure shaken you?"
"No, teacher!" Tang San hurriedly explained, "I just..."
"Remember this," Yu Xiaogang interrupted him, his voice suddenly rising, "You are a genius with twin martial souls! Right now, you're only adding soul rings to the weakest Blue Silver Grass. Later, when you add soul rings to the Clear Sky Hammer…"
A glint of fanaticism flashed in his eyes, "Ten Chu Xinghes wouldn't be enough for you!"
Tang San lowered his head, his fingers unconsciously twisting together: "But teacher, Xiao Wu, she..."
"What happened to that girl again?" Yu Xiaogang frowned even more.
"She said if I didn't leave Notting Academy with her, she would... she would sever our sibling relationship." Tang San's voice trailed off.
Yu Xiaogang slammed his hand on the table, making the teacups rattle: "Nonsense!"
His face was terribly grim. "What do you know? The path of cultivation is not child's play."
Tang San raised his head, a hint of stubbornness flashing in his eyes: "But Xiao Wu is serious, Teacher. She said she wants to see a wider world..."
These words were not only spoken on behalf of Xiao Wu, but also reflected Tang San's true feelings at that moment.
"A wider world?" Yu Xiaogang sneered, tapping his fingers on the table. "What does she think the Soul Master world is? Without my theoretical guidance, you wouldn't even know how you died!"
A brief silence fell over the room.
Yu Xiaogang paced back and forth in the room with his hands behind his back, and Tang San could clearly hear his heavy breathing.
Finally, Yu Xiaogang stopped and his tone softened: "Never mind."
He walked to the bookshelf, took out a yellowed map, and said, "Since you're so eager to see the world, I'll take you to that real monster academy, Shrek Academy."
Tang San's eyes lit up: "Really, teacher?"
"Don't be too happy yet," Yu Xiaogang said coldly, pointing his finger at the map. "Shrek Academy only accepts true monsters. Only those under twelve years old with a soul power of level twenty-one are eligible to participate in the entrance examination."
He gave Tang San a meaningful look, "With your current strength, I'm afraid..."
"We will definitely pass the test!" Tang San interrupted impatiently, his eyes blazing with fighting spirit.
Yu Xiaogang's lips twitched almost imperceptibly: "Confidence is a good thing, but..."
He hesitated for a moment, then finally just waved his hand and said, "Go ahead, we'll set off for Shrek Academy in three days."
"Thank you, teacher!" Tang San bowed excitedly and turned to leave.
"Xiao San." Yu Xiaogang suddenly called out to him, his voice unusually gentle. "Remember, you are my most prized disciple. Don't… disappoint me."
Tang San nodded emphatically, a complex look flashing in his eyes.
The moment he closed the door, he faintly heard a long sigh coming from inside the room.
...
Tang San pushed open the wooden door of the Seventh Dormitory, his face beaming with undisguised joy.
Xiao Wu was sitting on the edge of the bed, sulking. When she saw him come in, she immediately turned her face away.
"Xiao Wu, great news!" Tang San quickly walked over and squatted down beside her. "Our teacher has agreed to take us to Shrek Academy. We'll leave in three days!"
Xiao Wu suddenly turned her head, her long pink hair drawing an arc in the air: "Really?"
The anger in her eyes vanished instantly, replaced by a look of delight.
"Of course it's true." Tang San nodded with a smile. "Our teacher said it's an academy that specializes in training monsters, which is perfect for us."
Xiao Wu suddenly threw herself into Tang San's arms, her voice choked with sobs: "Third Brother, I'm sorry. What I said just now was just said in anger, please don't take it to heart."
Tang San patted her back gently, his voice soft: "It's alright, I know you're doing this for my own good."
He deliberately put on a stern face and imitated Yu Xiaogang's tone, "We Soul Masters must be tolerant of others."
Xiao Wu burst into laughter through her tears, and lightly punched him with her small fist: "You're so good at talking!"
As night deepened, the other work-study students in Dormitory 7 quietly huddled on their beds.
They looked at Tang San and Xiao Wu, who were snuggling together intimately under the same blanket as usual, and couldn't help but exchange bewildered glances.
"He's already a Great Soul Master and he's still like this..." A thin boy muttered under the covers.
"Shh!" Her companion quickly stopped her, "You'll be in trouble if they hear us."
In the corner, a girl with braided pigtails pouted and silently complained to herself, "The Spirit Hall subsidy she receives is enough to buy ten blankets, yet she insists on squeezing in together. She's shameless..."
But no one dared to say these words.
Soon, even breathing filled the room. Only the moonlight shone through the window, quietly illuminating the quilt shared by the two people.
Occasionally, one could hear Xiao Wu's drowsy murmurs: "Third Brother...when we get to the new academy...we'll live together too..."
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Chapter 83 Tang San's Challenge
Three days later, before the morning mist had dissipated, Chu Xinghe led the royal delegation on a slow journey, watched by the villagers of Xiaoyuan Village.
At the same time, Yu Xiaogang also took Tang San and Xiao Wu on their journey to Shrek Academy.
The two teams met unexpectedly at a crossroads outside Nottingham.
As Yu Xiaogang rode his horse, he saw the orderly royal delegation behind Chu Xinghe in the distance, and a shadow of gloom flashed in his eyes.
He subconsciously thought of his own martial soul, Luo Sanpao, and a surge of resentment welled up in his heart. Both were mutated martial souls, so why was Chu Xinghe's martial soul able to continuously evolve, while his own martial soul remained forever stuck in that laughable state?
"Teacher, it's Chu Xinghe and the others," Tang San whispered a reminder.
Yu Xiaogang composed himself, his face regaining its usual indifference: "Ignore it, let's go."
However, Tang San had already spurred his horse forward and said loudly, "Xinghe, what a coincidence."
Chu Xinghe reined in the reins and nodded slightly: "Tang San, Xiao Wu, are we going on a long trip?"
"We're going to a monster academy for further studies." Tang San straightened his back, his eyes flashing with fighting spirit. "When I return after completing my studies, I will definitely fight you again."
Chu Xinghe simply smiled faintly upon hearing this: "Then I wish you success in your studies."
Tang Sanzang clenched his fist tightly in his sleeve, his nails almost digging into his flesh.
He suppressed his anger and forced a smile: "I hope you won't disappoint me then."
Xiao Wu silently observed the interaction between the two, and a sudden wavering arose in her heart. Looking at Chu Xinghe's composed demeanor and then at Tang San's suppressed anger, she began to doubt her decision to follow Tang San.
"Let's go," Yu Xiaogang urged coldly. "Getting on our way is the priority."
The two teams parted ways at the crossroads. Chu Xinghe followed the royal delegation towards Tiandou City in the northeast, while Yu Xiaogang and his two companions turned southwest and went further and further away.
Tang San, on horseback, frequently looked back, his eyes burning with resentment.
Xiao Wu kept her head down, her slender fingers gripping the reins tightly, lost in thought.
...
After a five-day journey, Chu Xinghe finally returned to the Heaven Dou Royal Academy.
When he pushed open the villa door, Dugu Yan was sitting by the window with her legs crossed, impatiently tapping the table with her fingertips, making a rhythmic sound.
Ye Lingling quietly brewed tea, the fragrant aroma slowly spreading in the air, adding a touch of tranquility to the room.
"Oh, so you finally decided to come back?" Dugu Yan glanced at him sideways, her tone filled with displeasure. "You've been gone for so many days. I thought you'd been kidnapped by some noble lady."
Chu Xinghe smiled as he closed the villa door, walked straight to Ye Lingling and sat down, taking the tea she offered. "I had a lot of things to do on the way, which delayed me."
He took a sip, his brow relaxing. "Your tea is still the best."
Ye Lingling smiled slightly and asked softly, "Was the journey smooth?"
"Not bad." Chu Xinghe put down his teacup, a hint of excitement flashing in his eyes. "I went back to Xiaoyuan Village."
Dugu Yan scoffed, "What's so great about going back to that kind of rural place? Are you going there to show off your current status?"
Chu Xinghe ignored her teasing and said with great interest, "I fed that Fire Spirit Ginseng to Laicai."
"Lai Cai?" Dugu Yan frowned. "The mongrel from Xiaoyuan Village?"
"Yes." Chu Xinghe nodded. "It's no longer an ordinary dog. It has evolved into a hundred-year-old soul beast and can breathe fireballs."
Ye Lingling's eyes widened slightly, a rare hint of surprise on her face: "Is it... alright?"
"That's great!" Chu Xinghe laughed. "It's just that the village chief was terrified. Now everyone in the village avoids it when they see it."
Dugu Yan rolled her eyes: "Boring, running so far just for a dog?"
"What, are you jealous?" Chu Xinghe raised an eyebrow. "Should I find you a soul beast to raise too?"
"Who cares!" Dugu Yan turned her face away, but the corners of her mouth turned up slightly.
Ye Lingling asked softly, "Does it still remember you?"
"Of course." Chu Xinghe's tone softened. "It pounced on me as soon as it saw me, and almost knocked me over."
Dugu Yan snorted: "Stupid dog."
Chu Xinghe looked at her, then suddenly reached out and ruffled her hair: "Shall I take you guys to see it next time?"
"Don't touch me!" Dugu Yan slapped his hand away, but the tips of her ears turned slightly red.
Ye Lingling lowered her head, pursed her lips, and smiled, her fingertips gently stroking the rim of the teacup.
Chu Xinghe looked at her, then at Dugu Yan, his smile deepening: "What, neither of you wants to go?"
"Fine, I'll go." Dugu Yan crossed her arms, feigning indifference. "But if that dog dares to bark at me, I'll let it taste the venom of the Jade Phosphorus Snake."
Ye Lingling looked up, her voice gentle: "It's afraid of fire."
Chu Xinghe laughed: "Don't worry, it's very smart now. It knows who you can mess with and who you can't."
Dugu Yan glared at him: "What do you mean?"
"The literal meaning." Chu Xinghe shrugged, a mischievous glint in his eyes.
Ye Lingling watched the two bickering, a hint of tenderness flashing in her eyes.
...
The day after returning to the Heaven Dou Royal Academy, Chu Xinghe received an invitation from Xue Qinghe.
As the morning sunlight streamed through the stained-glass windows into the Crown Prince's study, Xue Qinghe was reviewing memorials.
The attendant whispered, "Your Highness, Young Master Chu has arrived."
"Let him in." Xue Qinghe put down his brush and straightened his sleeves.
When Chu Xinghe entered the study, he smiled gently: "Xinghe, sit down. I heard you just returned to the academy yesterday, so I invited you over today. I hope it's not too tiring?"
Chu Xinghe bowed respectfully and took his seat: "It is my honor to be summoned by Your Highness."
The waiter served two cups of tea, and Xue Qinghe gestured for everyone to leave.
He picked up his teacup and took a small sip: "Was your trip back home smooth?"
"Thanks to Your Highness," Chu Xinghe said, holding the teacup in both hands. "When I handed the document granting the title bestowed by Your Highness to Lord Notting, his hands were trembling."
Xue Qinghe chuckled: "The lord of this small town has always been arrogant and domineering; it's time someone taught them a lesson."
He put down his teacup, his gaze becoming profound. "But I'm more interested in knowing how the villagers reacted when you exempted Xiaoyuan Village from taxes?"
Chu Xinghe's eyes softened slightly: "The old village chief cried on the spot and said he wanted to erect a longevity tablet for His Highness."
"No need for that." Xue Qinghe waved his hand, then suddenly changed the subject, "I heard you also brought back some rare medicinal herbs?"
"Yes," Chu Xinghe said frankly, "I shared some with my mentor and old friends."
Xue Qinghe gave him a meaningful look: "You do seem to cherish the past. However..."
Just as he was about to continue, a clear female voice suddenly came from outside the door.
"Brother Crown Prince! Father sent me to retrieve the weapon blueprints we agreed on last time!"
Ning Rongrong walked in quickly, lifting the hem of her light pink skirt. When she saw Chu Xinghe, she stopped abruptly, her cheeks instantly flushing red: "Ah... Brother Xinghe is here too."
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Chapter 84 The Favor of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School
A hint of amusement flashed in Xue Qinghe's eyes: "Rongrong, where is your father?"
"They're in the back." Ning Rongrong tried to appear calm as she straightened her skirt, but couldn't help stealing a glance at Chu Xinghe. "Father said I should go first..."
Before he could finish speaking, Ning Fengzhi's gentle voice came from outside the door: "Your Highness, I apologize for disturbing you."
Xue Qinghe stood up to greet him: "Sect Leader Ning, what brings you here today?"
Ning Fengzhi bowed elegantly, but his gaze swept over Chu Xinghe: "I heard that young friend Chu has returned from his hometown. Rongrong has been saying that she wants to hear about the local customs and culture of Nottingham City."
"Father!" Ning Rongrong stamped her foot anxiously, "I didn't..."
Chu Xinghe subtly moved aside to offer Ning Fengzhi his seat: "Sect Leader Ning is too kind. Notting City is just a small place, how can it compare to the grandeur of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School?"
Ning Rongrong took the opportunity to sit down in the chair next to Chu Xinghe: "I've heard that Notting Academy has produced quite a few talented people. I've also heard that besides you, there's another genius with innate full soul power?"
She blinked her big eyes, "Brother Xinghe, can you tell me about it?"
Xue Qinghe almost burst out laughing when he saw Ning Rongrong's feigned innocence. He deliberately said, "Xinghe was just talking about exempting Xiaoyuan Village from taxes."
"Really?" Ning Rongrong asked, resting her chin on her hands. "Brother Xinghe is so good to our hometown."
Ning Fengzhi cleared his throat lightly: "The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School has recently been researching how to improve the lives of its affiliated villages. If you, young friend Chu, are interested, you are welcome to come to the sect to exchange ideas."
Just as Chu Xinghe was about to answer, Ning Rongrong suddenly leaned closer: "By the way, Brother Xinghe, Tiandou City is holding a Soul Master Exchange Conference next week, would you like to..."
"Rongrong," Ning Fengzhi gently interrupted his daughter, "Young friend Chu may already have made arrangements."
Chu Xinghe then said, "I do need to accompany my girlfriend to the college event."
The room fell silent. Ning Rongrong's smile froze on her face: "Girl...girlfriend?"
"Yes," Chu Xinghe said calmly, "Dugu Yan and Ye Lingling."
Ning Rongrong suddenly stood up, her skirt swaying and knocking over a teacup: "You're dating two girls at the same time?!"
Her mischievous side instantly erupted, "This is ridiculous! You should break up with them!"
"Rongrong!" Ning Fengzhi's face darkened. "Watch your words and actions."
Xue Qinghe stepped in to smooth things over, saying, "When it comes to young people's relationships, it's all about mutual consent. Outsiders shouldn't interfere."
Ning Rongrong's eyes reddened: "But...but he..."
Ning Fengzhi pressed down on his daughter's shoulder and smiled apologetically at Chu Xinghe: "My daughter was rude."
He then changed the subject, "However, young friend Chu is so young and has a bright future ahead of him, so there is really no need for him to settle down so early."
Chu Xinghe replied neither humbly nor arrogantly, "Thank you for your concern, Sect Leader Ning, but I am very satisfied with my current relationship."
Ning Rongrong bit her lip and suddenly said, "What can they give you? The Dugu family is just a declining family of poison masters, and Ye Lingling's Nine Heart Begonia is only a healing skill! Our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School..."
"Rongrong!" Ning Fengzhi shouted sternly, "Go back and reflect on your actions!"
Ning Rongrong shook off her father's hand and ran out of the study crying.
Ning Fengzhi shook his head helplessly: "Please excuse my poor appearance."
Xue Qinghe said meaningfully, "Young people are a bit hot-tempered, which is understandable."
Ning Fengzhi stood up to take his leave, patting Chu Xinghe on the shoulder as he went: "Young friend Chu, remember what I said. Some choices are worth considering carefully."
After the Ning family father and daughter left, Xue Qinghe finally couldn't help but laugh out loud: "It seems that the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School is determined to take you as their son-in-law."
Chu Xinghe shook his head with a wry smile: "Your Highness, please don't make fun of me."
Xue Qinghe suddenly said seriously, "However, Ning Fengzhi is right. With your talent, you will definitely become a Title Douluo in the future. The resources and connections of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School can indeed save you a lot of detours."
"Your Highness means..."
"I didn't say anything." Xue Qinghe picked up his teacup, a deep meaning flashing in his eyes. "I'm just reminding you that in this world, strength is the foundation of everything."
Chu Xinghe nodded thoughtfully.
Outside the window, Ning Rongrong's sobs could be faintly heard, while in the distance at the Tiandou Royal Academy, Dugu Yan and Ye Lingling were waiting for him to return for lunch.
...
After leaving the Crown Prince's residence, Chu Xinghe went straight back to the Heaven Dou Royal Academy.
As I pushed open the villa's gate, the rich aroma of food instantly dispelled all my worries.
He looked up and saw Dugu Yan bending over to set out the plates. Her tight-fitting cheongsam accentuated her stunning curves, her full breasts swaying slightly with her movements, her slender waist leading to her pert buttocks, and her long, beautiful legs gleaming under the light.
"Have you seen enough?" Dugu Yan said without turning her head, her voice carrying a dangerous undertone.
Chu Xinghe swallowed hard and said with an awkward smile, "Yanyan looks really good today."
"Hmph, glib tongue." Dugu Yan turned around, hands on her hips, her ample bosom swaying slightly with the movement. "So you know to come back for dinner now?"
Ye Lingling walked out of the kitchen, her slender body wrapped in a light blue dress, the soft fabric outlining her exquisite figure.
Her wrist, holding the soup bowl, was so slender it looked as if it would break at any moment. As she walked, her skirt swayed gently, like a blue lotus flower swaying in the wind.
"Xinghe, wash your hands and eat," Ye Lingling said softly, her voice as light as a feather brushing against your ear.
Chu Xinghe couldn't help but step forward and hug Ye Lingling's slender waist from behind, pulling her petite and soft body into his arms.
Ye Lingling exuded a faint fragrance, and her delicate body trembled gently in his arms.
"No, don't do this..." Ye Lingling's ears turned red, and her voice was barely audible.
Dugu Yan grabbed Chu Xinghe's ear: "You dare to flirt with Lingling in front of me?"
"Ouch, ouch, ouch!" Chu Xinghe cried out dramatically, but took the opportunity to put his other hand around Dugu Yan's waist.
It has amazing elasticity to the touch, and you can feel her firm skin through the thin fabric.
Dugu Yan slapped away his groping hand, her beautiful eyes wide open: "Eat!"
After the three of them sat down, Chu Xinghe's gaze shifted between the two women.
Dugu Yan keenly noticed his unusual behavior, put down her chopsticks, and asked, "You're acting strange today. What happened?"
Chu Xinghe hesitated for a moment before deciding to be honest: "I ran into Ning Fengzhi at the Crown Prince's residence today. He wants me to become the live-in son-in-law of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School."
Dugu Yan tapped her fingers lightly on the table, a dangerous smile curving her red lips: "Oh? So what do you think?"
She leaned forward, her ample bosom almost touching the edge of the table.
Chu Xinghe swallowed hard, then quickly said seriously, "Of course I refused! I told him I already have two girlfriends who are as beautiful as angels."
Ye Lingling listened quietly, her slender fingers unconsciously twisting the hem of her clothes.
Chu Xinghe suddenly leaned over, pulled her soft body into his arms, and gave her a loud kiss on her rosy cheek: "My Lingling wife is the best!"
Ye Lingling froze, her soft body slightly burning in his arms, her face instantly turning as red as a ripe apple.
Dugu Yan snorted and stood up, her voluptuous figure fully revealed beneath the tight-fitting cheongsam: "Then I'll leave?"
Chu Xinghe quickly released Ye Lingling, rushed to Dugu Yan's side, and pulled her voluptuous body into his arms.
Dugu Yan's skin texture was completely different from Ye Lingling's, full of elasticity and strength.
"My wife Yanyan is just as good!" He kissed Dugu Yan's sexy collarbone, causing her to tremble slightly.
"Don't give me that!" Dugu Yan pushed him away, her face flushed, but the coldness in her eyes had already dissipated.
She sat down again and placed a piece of meat on Chu Xinghe's plate: "Eat!"
Ye Lingling gently ladled a bowl of soup for Chu Xinghe, her slender wrist almost transparent under the light: "Drink it while it's hot."
Chu Xinghe put one arm around Ye Lingling's soft waist and the other on Dugu Yan's supple thigh, and sighed contentedly, "It's so good to have you guys here."
At this moment, he completely forgot about Ning Fengzhi's suggestion.
What Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, what live-in son-in-law, none of them can compare to the warm happiness before my eyes.
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Chapter 85 Ning Rongrong's Persistence
Six months later, today is the day the new students enroll.
A large crowd gathered at the entrance of the Heaven Dou Royal Academy. Chu Xinghe stood in the most conspicuous position, waiting for Zhao Tiezhu to come and register at the Heaven Dou Royal Academy.
Standing to his left was Dugu Yan, dressed in a purple cheongsam. The close-fitting silk fabric perfectly outlined her voluptuous figure, and her long, snow-white legs, partially revealed by the high slit, drew frequent glances from passersby.
On the right is Ye Lingling, wearing a light blue long dress. The light gauze sways gently in the wind, making her temperament even more elegant and refined.
"Why hasn't Brother Zhao arrived yet?" Chu Xinghe looked into the distance.
Dugu Yan leaned lazily against the stone lion, her full breasts, encased in a cheongsam, rising and falling slightly with her breath: "What's the rush? There's still plenty of time before enrollment."
She parted her red lips slightly and spat out a grape seed. "You care so much about your senior brother, you don't happen to have some kind of special fetish, do you?"
Ye Lingling covered her mouth and chuckled, her slender fingers gently adjusting the wind-blown hem of her skirt: "Sister Yan Yan, stop teasing him."
Dugu Yan snorted lightly: "You're quite enthusiastic, dragging us here to wait for someone so early in the morning."
Ye Lingling gently tugged at Chu Xinghe's sleeve: "Do you want to wait in the shade over there? The sun is too strong."
Just as Chu Xinghe was about to answer, a clear female voice suddenly came from behind him: "Brother Xinghe, it's been a long time. How have you been?"
The three of them turned around at the same time and saw Ning Rongrong wearing a light pink dress and delicate gemstone hair accessories, smiling at them.
Chu Xinghe was a bit of a headache. Ever since Ning Rongrong expressed her feelings to him last time, he had reduced the number of times he went to the Crown Prince's residence to avoid running into Ning Rongrong. He didn't expect that Ning Rongrong would still relentlessly chase after him to the Heaven Dou Royal Academy.
Chu Xinghe forced a smile and asked, "Rongrong, what are you doing here?"
Dugu Yan narrowed her eyes and grabbed Chu Xinghe's arm: "And who is this?"
Ning Rongrong gracefully bowed: "Ning Rongrong of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School greets both elder sisters."
She deliberately emphasized the word "older sister".
Ning Rongrong's feelings for Chu Xinghe were not purely romantic. As the little princess of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, she had long been accustomed to measuring everything by self-interest.
In her eyes, Chu Xinghe was nothing more than a suitable marriage prospect. Exceptionally talented, with unlimited potential, he was very likely to become a Title Douluo in the future.
Such a genius is exactly the kind of son-in-law the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School needs most.
However, Chu Xinghe's straightforward rejection was like a resounding slap in the face to Ning Rongrong.
From childhood to adulthood, she had never failed to get what she wanted, so she had never been treated so coldly before. This sense of frustration ignited a raging fire of anger in her heart.
She secretly vowed to make Chu Xinghe fall in love with her, and then cruelly abandon him, so that he would also taste the pain of rejection.
Dugu Yan glanced at Ning Rongrong's flat chest, sneered, and looked down at Ning Rongrong: "Little brat, you haven't even grown your hair yet and you're already trying to steal men?"
Ning Rongrong puffed out her cheeks, her pink skirt swaying gently as she stomped her feet: "I'm eleven years old this year! And..."
She glanced defiantly at Dugu Yan's impressive bust, her voice trailing off, "I'll grow up eventually..."
Clearly, Ning Rongrong was skeptical about whether she could grow to such a scale in the future.
Ye Lingling gently tugged at Chu Xinghe's sleeve and whispered, "They're about to fight."
Chu Xinghe quickly stepped between the two and emphasized, "Miss Ning, I already have two girlfriends."
Ning Rongrong pouted: "Although Brother Xinghe rejected my father's suggestion, I haven't given up."
She suddenly leaned closer to Chu Xinghe, winking playfully, "I think we're a perfect match. Besides, I'm younger and more energetic than them."
Dugu Yan pulled Chu Xinghe behind her: "Little girl, do you believe I'll let you taste the venom of the Jade Phosphorus Snake?"
Ning Rongrong was not afraid at all: "Come on, let Brother Xinghe see your true colors."
Seeing the tension between Dugu Yan and Ning Rongrong escalating, Chu Xinghe quickly came up with a plan. He scanned the crowd and locked his gaze on Yun Wuyai, who was looking around in the distance.
"Yun Wuyai! Come and help me!" Chu Xinghe shouted, raising his voice as he waved vigorously in that direction.
Yun Wuyai was intently observing this year's freshmen when he heard the shout and reluctantly turned around: "What is it? I'm busy appreciating the quality of this year's freshmen."
He strolled over slowly, his eyes occasionally glancing at the group of new students.
Chu Xinghe grabbed his arm: "Stop talking nonsense and take this junior to the registration office."
Yun Wuyai was about to refuse, but his eyes lit up the moment he saw Ning Rongrong. The girl in front of him had short, ear-length hair, and her pink dress made her skin look as white as snow. Her delicate face exuded an innate nobility.
He immediately straightened his collar and flashed what he considered his most handsome smile: "This junior, I am Yun Wuyai, a student in the special training class of Tiandou Royal Academy, known as the King of Guns. May I ask your name?"
Ning Rongrong crossed her arms and asked directly, "Are you very familiar with Brother Xinghe?"
"Of course!" Yun Wuyai patted his chest. "Brother Chu and I were a well-known golden duo back in Hope City. Although he was at the Battle Maniac Academy and I was at the Heavenly Spirit Academy, we were always the most compatible opponents in every Soul Master Exchange Competition in the city."
Ning Rongrong raised an eyebrow: "Oh? So do you know what you should call me now?"
Yun Wuyai didn't react for a moment: "Junior...junior sister?"
"Wrong!" Ning Rongrong raised her little face. "I am Xinghe's future wife, you should call me sister-in-law."
Yun Wuyai almost choked on his own saliva, then turned to look at Chu Xinghe: "Brother Chu, what's going on now? Do I have another sister-in-law?"
Chu Xinghe sighed and rubbed his forehead in exasperation: "Don't listen to her nonsense, we're just friends."
"Just friends?" Ning Rongrong stamped her foot.
"Ahem!" Chu Xinghe hurriedly interrupted, feeling the death stare from Dugu Yan behind him. "Yun Wuyai, quickly take her to register."
Yun Wuyai's eyes darted around, then he suddenly clutched his stomach: "Ouch, my stomach suddenly hurts..."
Chu Xinghe sneered, "Fine, then I'll personally spar with you during next week's combat training. I heard you've been researching new moves lately? Perfect, let me see them."
Yun Wuyai's face turned deathly pale instantly, recalling the horrific sight of Yu Tianheng being beaten black and blue by Chu Xinghe last time: "No, no, no! I'll go right now!"
He turned to Ning Rongrong and forced a smile: "Xue... uh, beautiful lady, please come with me."
Ning Rongrong gave a soft snort, and before leaving, she didn't forget to say to Chu Xinghe, "Brother Xinghe, I will come to see you often!"
Ning Rongrong didn't press the matter. She knew this wasn't something that could be accomplished overnight. She waved to Chu Xinghe and then left with Yun Wuyai.
Watching the two figures walk away, Dugu Yan said coldly, "The little princess of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School? It seems you're quite popular outside."
Ye Lingling gently tugged at Chu Xinghe's sleeve: "That girl... seems serious."
Chu Xinghe sighed: "She's just being childish, she'll be fine in a while."
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