Lightning God caressed his slapped cheek.
It didn't hurt, that's for sure. But the laugh of Ori got followed by Xue Ren who sneered widely. His nervousness disappeared when Lightning God described the 'lovely' times in rather jokingly manner.
Of course, it was bad, but Xue Ren knew that this man was trying to probe him at every step. The friendly attitude meant that Lightning God had accepted Xue Ren and even might help him get stronger.
Thus, Xue Ren... felt like slapping him for looking at something he shouldn't have, then properly seated himself to listen seriously.
"When you took Gravei for yourself, I knew you took different path. And it seems like the fact that she is sullied didn't disturb you at all. You treat her like most of your women."
Next chapter is few years before Xue Ren's arrival in the academy.