"Old Peel, we've eaten our fill, so is it time we should be departing?"
"It would be better to head back early and rest. I have a lot of matters to attend to tomorrow, and I certainly don't have time to keep wasting it with you."
Du Gubo was the one who spoke just now.
He had already taken to heart what Ye Feng had said.
The Lingfeng Sect that Ye Feng started still needed Du Gubo's help to manage. During this period, it would be troublesome for Du Gubo to pay extra attention!
Originally, a part of the Lingfeng Sect was managed by Zhu Zhuqing. Since participating in the final national Continent elite competition, everyone had graduated and returned to their respective Empires!
And some were doing things they liked.
Ye Feng might have to make a long journey soon!
As for where he was headed, Du Gubo did not inquire.
Even if Ye Feng were to tell him, he wouldn't divulge it!
That's someone's personal matter.
"Old Poison, you're going to have a tough time these next few days. I'm heading out on a long trip to handle some business, and I need you to take good care of my Lingfeng Sect."
"I'll definitely make it up to you when I get back," said Ye Feng to Du Gubo.
"Make it up to me! What could you possibly compensate me with, kiddo? In the end, it's just me working for you for nothing. I truly regret why I ever agreed to help you manage the Lingfeng Sect!"
"Ah, forget it, it's all in the past. Dwelling on it now serves no purpose," Du Gubo said.
If Du Gubo hadn't been beaten to an inch of his life by Tang Hao,
fortunately, Ye Feng intervened just in time, saving both Tang Hao and him.
Du Gubo was treated well by Ye Feng's efforts.
Because Old Poison had been plagued by viruses coiling around his body for years,
Ye Feng then spent nearly a week crafting various antidotes, testing each one, before he managed to stabilize Du Gubo's condition.
Meeting Ye Feng was the greatest fortune of Du Gubo's life!
"Old Peel, why don't you come over to the Dugu Family and have some tea? My Yen'er still mentions you from time to time, hoping you could come visit her, and maybe discuss each other's future plans."
Du Gubo was the one speaking again at this moment.
This was him providing an opportunity for Ye Feng!
He hoped that Ye Feng could bring his Yen'er into the family.
It might sound absurd, but Du Gubo's esteem was usually well-placed.
"Oh, I think I'll pass, Old Poison. If I really came, wouldn't I be disturbing you all? That would be quite embarrassing, don't you think? I, Ye Feng, still have many things to accomplish. When I'm not so busy one day, I'll be sure to come by personally."
"Besides, I can visit the Dugu Family anytime I want without having to inform you all," said Ye Feng with a smile.
Even if Du Gubo sincerely invited him to visit the Dugu Family, he wouldn't go!
He'd rather spend more time training.
"Old Poison, I'm off."
"Let's meet up another day, alright?"
Ye Feng found Du Gubo's displeased expression rather amusing!
He hadn't expected Du Gubo to actually invite him over to his home.
The idea felt strange – apart from Old Poison's illness, Ye Feng generally wouldn't go to Du Gubo's home except for special circumstances!
Unless Du Gubo was on the brink of death and urgently needed Ye Feng to save him, then perhaps he would consider it!
In fact, what Ye Feng feared most was Du Gubo entrusting Dugu Yan to him.
Having someone to look out for each other in the future would be helpful. Du Gubo didn't know when he might fall, and only Dugu Yan would be left home alone!
But who Yen'er had in her heart, she knew herself, there was no need for family to arrange this marriage for her!
"Old Peel, I might...!?"
At that moment, Du Gubo was lost for words.
He was stumped!
Of course, the reason for entrusting Yen'er to Ye Feng was that the other party was exceptional, which would greatly benefit the Dugu Family in the future. It was natural for him to have such thoughts.
"What's wrong, Old Poison, you still got something to say? If not, then I'm leaving," said Ye Feng in a cool manner.
Seeing Old Poison hesitating to speak, Ye Feng turned and walked away.
Without turning his head, he walked forward.
"This Old Poison seems to have a hidden message, but he won't come out and say it. What on earth is he thinking!?"
"Ah, why bother with him so much!"
"When I return, I'll ask and see what he wants to tell me. Perhaps it's about my Lingfeng Sect."
At this moment, Ye Feng muttered to himself.
If it's truly about my Lingfeng Sect, then I am quite interested.
Before heading to my next cultivation destination, I should meet with my old classmate. It's not good to reject them time and again!
Let's see what attractive aspects their Empire has to offer.
If their place turns out to be a good training ground for me, I might consider staying in their Empire!
But first, I should just take a look. It's too soon to make any decisions yet!
Seeing is believing, after all.
On the other hand, there's Tang San.
Early the next morning.
Tang San and his aunt arrived at the academic building.
They found that the students had already arrived in the classroom, waiting for Yuehua!
"This is a new student, his name is Tang San. You will be studying together for the coming year."
"You must learn from each other and not cause any mischief, otherwise, I will have you expelled from the Moon Pavilion," Yuehua said with a serious demeanor.
The students in the room were baffled.
A new classmate at Moon Pavilion Academy was a surprise to them all!
Typically it was those born in noble families who were first considered for entry to Moon Pavilion Academy, but Tang San was different, coming from a poor family and unable to compete in material terms.
Yuehua's gaze shifted to Tang San, giving him a meaningful look.
It was a hint.
Tang San caught on fairly well.
He then walked towards an empty seat.
Returning to his own designated seat.
"Could it be that he plans to complete three years' worth of courses and obtain his graduation qualifications within a year!?"
"That would probably be very difficult for him to achieve," a girl with short hair commented.
Her words were overheard by the other students.
The students covertly covered their mouths!
Fearful of being scolded by Yuehua if discovered; not just a verbal education but a physical one as well.
"Starting today, harp practice time will gradually increase. Before the graduation ceremony, I will select the best student from among you to represent the class in the graduation performance. The graduation representative will definitely be Princess Xue Ke; she is the sister of His Highness Crown Prince and is born with a noble temperament that others cannot imitate," Yuehua addressed the crowd.
Her pair of cold eyes scanned over everyone present.
"She only wins because of her illustrious bloodline," a voice suddenly interjected.
A male student worried about his classmate surpassing him!
Indeed, just as Yuehua said, noble students are troublesome!
Jealousy extremely strong!
Unable to stand seeing you more excellent than the other.
"So you all need not feel sad for yourselves. This is just the beginning. You must believe that through your own efforts, you too can represent the class in the graduation performance. Everyone will have a chance; opportunities often go to those who are prepared."
If not for the fact that I shared the same cohort with her, with my stature as the Duke's Eldest Daughter,
You all would be trampled under my feet!
The short-haired girl silently recited in her heart.
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