Just as Rong Ping was about to say more, a gust of wind blew by, and when she opened her eyes again, the person was gone.

Rong Ping quickly followed, and everyone saw a handsome young man in fine clothes followed by a dirty beggar.

"General! This way!"

"Here! Go in from here!"

"Yes, this is it!"

Panting heavily, Rong Ping plopped down in the alley, utterly exhausted: "This is where I met the young lady."

Bai Haotian's sharp eyes scanned his surroundings, his chiseled face showing a hint of determination. However, the alley was so narrow that he could see the end of it at a glance, but the person he wanted to see was nowhere to be found.

"Where is she?" Bai Haotian turned his head and looked at Rong Ping with annoyance.

Rong Ping looked up at the empty box and slapped his forehead: "Oh dear, General, I'm sorry, I did see the young lady here, but I heard they were going to the academy."

"An academy?" Bai Haotian's eyes lit up. "Feng Hua Academy!"

Rong Ping nodded hurriedly, and seeing Bai Haotian dash off, she opened her mouth wide: "My general! I haven't eaten properly for days! I really can't run anymore!"

Bai Haotian arrived at Fenghua Academy, immediately revealed his identity, and found Dean Hu.

Dean Hu stroked his beard and said slowly, "General Bai, rest assured, Young Master Ning is in our academy. We will definitely teach him well and ensure his safety."

"His Majesty means that Nanxiao is too stubborn and straightforward, and easily hurt. Please ask Master Hu to take good care of him."

Upon hearing this, Dean Hu smiled and nodded: "General Bai, rest assured, I understand."

Bai Haotian nodded, walked outside, and slowly said, "The first reason for coming to Fenghua Town this time is to send Nanxiao to the academy. The second reason is that Fenghua Town is adjacent to Baihe Kingdom. Our country has negotiated with Baihe Kingdom many times without success. If this also fails, we will have no choice but to go to war."

Dean Hu's expression turned serious.

"Does Dean Hu know why the Emperor agreed to allow you to establish a school here?"

Dean Hu opened his mouth, then sighed: "Of course I know that the universities in the capital are a complex web of factions, driven by self-interest. They call it studying, but in reality, they are just expanding their own networks. The so-called universities have long forgotten their original purpose."

"As for me, I run an academy far from the center of power, only to impart knowledge, teach skills, and resolve doubts, so that they can understand the principles of being a person and contribute their modest efforts to the court in the future."

Dean Hu cupped his hands towards the horizon, a resolute look appearing on his face.

Bai Haotian put his hands behind his back, looked at the scenery not far away, and slowly said, "It's good that Dean Hu understands. I'll have to trouble Dean Hu in the future."

"May I go and see these students?"

Dean Hu nodded: "Of course, General Bai, please."

"I've heard that Dean Hu also takes in girls so that they can learn a thing or two about morality. I'm particularly interested in that."

A faint smile appeared on Bai Haotian's face.

Dean Hu nodded: "General Bai, this way please. There is a building separating the girls' and boys' schools, and the same goes for the dormitories. The doors in the middle of the dormitories are locked."

"General Bai, look this way. This building is where our teacher rests. Anyone passing by can see it clearly."

"The teachers are all in class right now, so there's no one here."

Upon hearing this, Bai Haotian nodded: "Dean Hu's consideration is very thorough, I admire him."

Dean Hu smiled and waved his hand, "Not at all, not even a tenth of General Bai's skill."

"At birth, human nature is good..."

A girl's sweet voice drifted over, and Bai Haotian looked over to see the person inside shaking their head.

"The children are about eight years old, the oldest is ten, and the youngest is five."

"Five years old?" Bai Haotian looked at Dean Hu in confusion. "So young?"

Dean Hu said with a smile, "She is young, but very intelligent. Her two older brothers are even more exceptional talents. They will be able to rank in the top three in the preliminary examinations a month from now."

"Dean Hu thinks so highly of them?" Bai Haotian became interested. "Could I test them a bit?"

"It is their good fortune that General Bai is willing to provide guidance."

With that, Dean Hu led Bai Haotian to Chen Xingfeng and Chen Lingfeng's school.

Almost at the same time, Bai Haotian left, and Xiao Tuantuan looked up at the window, her little face showing curiosity.

"General Bai is here!"

As soon as get out of class ended, Han Weiwei ran over excitedly and said, "Did you see that? The person next to Dean Hu is General Bai!"

"General Bai?" Xiao Tuantuan asked softly, "Who is that?"

Han Weiwei's eyes sparkled: "General Bai is the mighty general of our Yuande Kingdom, holding the rank of third grade. He came to our town a few days ago."

"When I went back last time, I happened to see General Bai. I heard that General Bai single-handedly beheaded the enemy's chief general. He's really amazing!"

"Come on, let's go out and take a look!"

Encouraged by Han Weiwei, everyone followed her out. As soon as they arrived at the canteen, they heard gasps of surprise from inside.

"Look!" Han Weiwei pointed to the middle of the crowd and quickly pulled Xiao Tuantuan to squeeze in. "General Bai!"

Han Weiwei's excited shout made Bai Haotian look up. Looking at the little girl's excited expression, he chuckled and said, "So it's Weiwei, little girl."

"You two are good." Bai Haotian looked at Chen Xingfeng and Chen Lingfeng. "I'll be waiting for you in Beijing."

"Tsk! Pretentious!" Ning Nanxiao rolled her eyes, crossed her arms, and said with a half-smile, "What's the use of you waiting for them in the capital? They're going through the civil service route; if they're going to look for someone, they'll look for Uncle Bai."

Xiao Tuantuan finally managed to squeeze out from the back, and upon hearing Ning Nanxiao's words, her eyes widened: "Nonsense! My brother can also become a military officer!"

As she spoke, Xiao Tuantuan ran over, pushed Ning Nanxiao aside, put her hands on her hips, and said in a low voice, "Don't you dare ruin my two brothers' bright futures!"

This is General Bai!

Being favored by General Bai means I've avoided many detours!

If I were to become an official in the capital in the future, it would be good to have a powerful backer to rely on!

Ning Nanxiao raised his phoenix eyes slightly: "This young master can also protect Xingfeng and Lingfeng."

"No, no!" Xiao Tuantuan quickly waved her hand and shook her head. "You look like a troublemaker. If my two brothers get involved with you, they're probably going to get into trouble!"

"Pfft!" Bai Haotian couldn't help but laugh. "You've got a good eye for people!"

Xiao Tuantuan turned around, looked at Bai Haotian, straightened up, and said in a serious tone, "That's right, I'm the best at judging people! You like my two older brothers so much, you must be a good official!"

Bai Haotian looked down at Xiao Tuantuan, and the familiarity between her brows made him frown almost imperceptibly: "Little girl, haven't we met somewhere before?"

Xiao Tuantuan tilted her head and looked at Bai Haotian: "General Bai, your way of flirting with girls is outdated!"

"Hahaha!" Everyone couldn't help but laugh. Bai Haotian rubbed Xiao Tuantuan's head and said, "You little rascal."

After saying a few more words, Bai Haotian walked outside with Dean Hu.

"Dean, there's a beggar outside trying to get in! Please go and see! We can't stop him!"

Dean Hu was stunned: "Nonsense!"

Bai Haotian suddenly realized, "Sorry, that was my guard..."

"General!"

Hu Haotian's pitiful cries rang out: "General! You must do me justice! They actually called me a stinking beggar! Even if I were a beggar, I would still smell sweet!"

Rong Ping ran over while yelling, then suddenly stopped, meeting a sea of ​​curious eyes. Her face flushed: "Why are there so many little kids!"

Bai Haotian's lips twitched, and he rubbed his forehead, saying, "Dean, I don't know him. Please kick him out!"