Kapitel 4: Chapter 4: Since We Are All Brothers, We Will Take a Bath Next Time!
Heavenly Capital Palace.
"What! The people I sent out are dead?" Xue Qinghe's expression changed slightly.
"How many were on the other side?"
"One… just one."
"Do we know who it is?"
"This person is named Lu Yuan, a student of Tiandou Royal Academy…"
Twelve years old! Soul Sect! The information echoed in Xue Qinghe's mind. He hadn't expected to find such a genius in a place like Tiandou Royal Academy, where he thought most students were good-for-nothings. His intention was to probe whether any strong spirit masters were protecting Xue Beng, and now he had discovered Lu Yuan.
"Arrange for me to meet him!" Xue Qinghe commanded. He wanted to win over this peerless talent.
"Gulp, gulp… Ha!"
"Lingling, that orchid I gave you, once you eat it, your spirit power will soar like a rocket."
Ye Lingling didn't bother asking what a "rocket" was, as she had grown used to Lu Yuan's strange words whenever he was drunk.
"Goose, you too! After you eat that herb, we'll have eight children."
Dugu Yan: "…"
Just as they reached the doorway, two gasps escaped as Lu Yuan grabbed both girls and pulled them into his arms. In an instant, his long sword was in his hand. "Who's there?"
"Brother Lu Yuan, don't misunderstand!" A figure slowly emerged from the shadows, followed by two others.
"My name is Xue Qinghe. I've heard Brother Lu Yuan enjoys fine wines, so why not try mine?" Xue Qinghe opened the wine jar.
Lu Yuan caught the scent of fine wine from several meters away, and his expression softened.
"Brother Lu Yuan, I'm only here to make friends."
"Friends, huh? I like that!" Lu Yuan said, giving Xue Qinghe a bear hug.
Suddenly, an unseen force separated the two. Lu Yuan sobered up slightly, and Xue Qinghe's expression briefly faltered before returning to normal. Both had felt that strange power.
"Come inside! Let's drink!"
"Brother Lu Yuan, I don't drink."
"What? You can't be my brother if you don't drink!" Lu Yuan said, his eyes narrowing.
Xue Qinghe hesitated briefly, then nodded. "Alright, today I'll drink with Brother Lu Yuan."
"I like that! Let's drink until we can't anymore!" Lu Yuan laughed, patting Xue Qinghe's chest.
Xue Qinghe grimaced. "Brother Lu Yuan, we're two grown men. This hugging and slapping isn't very appropriate."
Slap! Lu Yuan smacked Xue Qinghe's backside. "What's the problem?!"
Dugu Yan and Ye Lingling exchanged glances, both bewildered. Since when did Lu Yuan get so close to men, let alone slap them on the behind? Was he… bent?
After three rounds of drinks, Xue Qinghe was completely dazed, lying limp in Lu Yuan's arms.
"Since we're all brothers, we should take a bath together next time!" Lu Yuan said, grinning.
Xue Qinghe sobered up immediately. "Brother Lu Yuan, it's getting late! I should leave. Let's meet again some other time."
The cool night air cleared the rest of Xue Qinghe's drunkenness. Tonight, Lu Yuan had felt him up thoroughly, but thankfully hadn't discovered that he was actually a woman in disguise. Still, what was that strange force that had separated them earlier?
Later, Lu Yuan lay on his bed, staring at the sword in his hand.
"You didn't like her, did you?" he muttered, addressing the sword. He realized that the force separating him and Xue Qinghe had come from the sword. But why?
"Why think so much? Drinking is more fun."
"Gulp, gulp, gulp…"
Ding!
Detected that the host is drunk. Second spirit ring age +50.
At the Academic Affairs Office of Tiandou Royal Academy, a document titled The Importance of Real Combat Experience for Soul Masters was placed on Mengshenji's desk.
"Teacher Qin Ming, are you planning to have the Royal Fighting Team participate in the Soul Fighting Competition?"
"Yes, Chief Master! Real combat experience is crucial for soul masters. I plan to take the seven members of the Royal Fighting Team to the Great Fighting Arenas in various cities, so they can gain experience and improve."
This plan had been Qin Ming's idea overnight. He desperately wanted to escape from the advanced class for a while. With Lu Yuan drinking in class every day, it was a terrifying ordeal. Who knew when Lu Yuan might drink too much and cause chaos? For the first time, Qin Ming felt like teaching was a high-risk job, and the risk came from a student. Taking the Royal Fighting Team away for a while would give him some much-needed relief. Maybe when he returned, he wouldn't even have to teach advanced classes anymore. It was perfect!
Mengshenji, the chief of the Academic Affairs Council, was satisfied after reading Qin Ming's proposal.
"Very well! I approve your request on behalf of the Academic Affairs Council."
"Thank you, Chief Master!" Qin Ming could barely contain his joy. Finally, he could escape that dangerous student, Lu Yuan!
"Wait a moment, Teacher Qin Ming," Mengshenji said, adjusting his glasses. "You will also be taking Lu Yuan with you."
Qin Ming's heart sank instantly. His joy turned to despair in an instant, and he felt petrified by the news.
"But… Chief Master, Lu Yuan isn't a member of the Royal Fighting Team. Isn't it inappropriate to bring him?"
"There's nothing inappropriate about it. Lu Yuan is a student of Tiandou Royal Academy, and his strength speaks for itself. He just doesn't want to join the team. Take him along this time. I'm sure his presence will make your journey smoother. Besides, he also needs real combat experience."
Real combat experience? Qin Ming was speechless. Lu Yuan probably had more combat experience than he did!
"Chief Master…"
Mengshenji raised a hand, cutting him off. "No more discussions, Teacher Qin Ming. This is a decision made by the Academic Affairs Council, and it cannot be changed."
Qin Ming sighed. "Yes, I'll follow the Council's decision."
"Don't look so upset, Teacher Qin Ming. This decision reflects the Council's faith in you. If all goes well, there's a high chance you'll be admitted to the Council next year. Isn't that good news? Now smile!"
Though internally fuming, Qin Ming forced a grin. "Thank you, Chief Master."
As soon as he left the office, Qin Ming's face dropped. What did Mengshenji mean by 'smooth journey'? How could anything be smooth with Lu Yuan around?
Meanwhile, Mengshenji, now alone in his office, sighed in relief. He was glad to see Lu Yuan leaving the academy for a while. The boy was both a blessing and a curse. His talent was unmatched, but his behavior was out of control. How many teachers had Lu Yuan driven away over the years? Tiandou Royal Academy was a prestigious institution for noble children, and one day, Lu Yuan's drunken antics might get out of hand and bring trouble.
At least, for now, he could relax.
"Sorry, Teacher Qin Ming," Mengshenji muttered to himself. "But this is your burden to bear for now. Hehe…"
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