In Xiao Ye's eyes, the goddess dean Yunxi still wore her usual cool and indifferent expression, yet her actions and tone now carried a hint of warmth.
It was clear the template adjuster's repair had a significant effect.
"Xiao Ye, take this," Yunxi said, retrieving a small Kunpeng figurine from the pocket of her bulky robe.
The Kunpeng was a massive creature, capable of soaring miles high and traversing vast oceans and cosmic voids, mastering the power of space laws.
Xiao Ye accepted the small figurine with a puzzled expression, examining it carefully but finding nothing unusual.
Yunxi explained, "I've imbued it with a spatial teleportation ability. If you're ever in mortal danger, it will automatically transport you to me."
Xiao Ye's eyes lit up. This was a valuable item indeed.
"Thank you, Yunxi."
Yunxi frowned slightly, displeased, "Call me Sister Yunxi!"
Xiao Ye accepted gladly, "Sister Yunxi, could I have two more? Siyao and Bingxi might need them too. It wouldn't be right if only I were saved, leaving them behind in danger."
"You're quite blessed, having two beast girls," Yunxi remarked, pulling out two more Kunpeng figurines from her pocket and handing them to Xiao Ye. "Here you go."
Xiao Ye was delighted to receive them. Such items were lifesavers, and he didn't mind having more.
To express his gratitude, Xiao Ye proposed, "Sister Yunxi, I have a principle. Since you gave me two extra figurines, I'll give you a second massage in ten days."
Yunxi waved her hand, generously saying, "No need. These three figurines are your reward for helping me this time."
Xiao Ye insisted, "Sister Yunxi, it's my principle. Since I accepted three lifesaving figurines, I must serve you three times!"
"Alright then," Yunxi agreed, seeing that she couldn't persuade him otherwise.
However, recalling how she had undressed completely for a simple leg massage, her face flushed with embarrassment. Next time, she would be more prepared.
Little did she know, Xiao Ye's chart was provided by the template adjuster, and even he didn't know which part would be the focus next time.
Xiao Ye then took his leave, heading towards Vice-Dean Yunbing's villa, just a short distance away. Unfortunately, Yunbing wasn't home.
He had intended to ask about the rule Dao rhythm energy, but that would have to wait.
Back at Villa No. 1, after Xiao Ye left, Yunxi called out, "Yunbing, how long are you going to hide? Come out!"
From the void of the sofa, a mature and seductive figure emerged—it was Yunbing. Her beautiful eyes were filled with resentment as she glared at Yunxi, her pouty lips indicating her displeasure.
"Ha!" Yunxi covered her mouth, laughing, momentarily dimming the surrounding space.
Yunbing was surprised; it was the first time in nearly a century she had seen her sister Yunxi smile!
Seeing Yunbing's resentful gaze, Yunxi asked, puzzled, "What's wrong?"
Yunbing spoke softly, "Yunxi, why did you say I was in heat and tell Xiao Ye?"
"Doesn't that imply I'm in heat for Xiao Ye?"
"Ah! Now I'm too embarrassed to face Xiao Ye!"
Yunxi snorted, "Is that why you were spying on me?"
"You think I didn't notice? Ever since I brought Xiao Ye here, you've been watching!"
Yunbing shrugged, indifferent, "What do you mean spying? We look exactly the same. Watching you is like watching myself!"
"But it's you who's made it hard for me to face Xiao Ye!"
Such cheeky words left Yunxi speechless, as she had once said the same to Yunbing.
Yet Yunbing's current state was truly off.
Could she really have feelings for Xiao Ye?
Yunxi advised, "Sister, you need to let this go."
"Having feelings for Xiao Ye won't benefit either of you. You can't form a contract."
Yunbing's gaze darkened, her expression turning somber. She huffed, "I don't need your reminder! I'll handle these feelings that shouldn't exist!"
With that, Yunbing's figure faded from view, leaving the area.
Dean Yunxi frowned, thinking: this is troublesome!
One mustn't lose emotions, but neither should one be trapped by them.
Having regained some emotional sensitivity, Yunxi felt a variety of emotions in such a short time.
Emotions are like a wall; those inside can't get out, and those outside can't get in.
Yunxi longed to regain emotions, but Yunbing was trapped in an emotional prison, unsure if it was good or bad.
The next day.
Xiao Ye was disappointed. Early in the morning, he went to Vice-Dean Yunbing's villa to ask about Dao rhythm energy, but she wasn't there. He called out several times without response.
Perhaps she was busy with school matters, Xiao Ye thought, before leaving.
Little did he know, a pair of beautiful eyes watched him intently from a third-floor window.
"Darn Yunxi, so annoying!"
"Why did she say I was in heat for Xiao Ye?"
"How am I supposed to face him now?"
"I'm too embarrassed!"
Inside, the seductive Yunbing lay, gritting her teeth.
Suddenly, Yunbing touched her mature, beautiful face, feeling warm, and exclaimed, "Could I really have feelings for Xiao Ye?"
In the past two days, she had been reminiscing about the comfort of Xiao Ye resolving her defect, with his handsome face occasionally flashing in her mind.
It was the first time in her life she had been seen and touched like that, a memory she would likely never forget!
Yunbing wasn't sure if she liked Xiao Ye, but she devised a plan.
"Since he's seen and touched me, I'll do the same to him. Then I won't like him!"
"But I need to find a chance!"
With determination, Yunbing's body faded into the void, existing on the back of space, concealing all presence. Only a Supreme could see or touch her.
She stealthily followed Xiao Ye to the academy's teaching building.
Xiao Ye, accompanied by two beautiful beast girls in beast-ear form, headed to the elite class.
Yesterday was the start of school; today, classes officially began.
On the way, Xiao Ye, flanked by two beautiful girls, drew the attention of many new and old students.
"Look, those are the three top scorers who single-handedly reformed the student council!"
"Wow, such beautiful girls, school beauties and top scorers!"
"Jealous! Xiao Ye is so lucky to have such company."
Amidst the attention, Nangong Siyao and Cheng Bingxi, the two beautiful beast girls, showed charming expressions as they leaned in and kissed Xiao Ye on his handsome cheeks.
Smooch! Smooch!
In the shadows, Yunbing's eyes widened, annoyed: Great, got fed two mouthfuls of dog food!