After a moment's hesitation, Headmaster Xu slowly began to speak: "Just as the bandits were about to succeed, the newly arrived vocal music teacher from the academy happened to pass by and stepped forward to save them."

"I never expected your academy to be full of hidden talents, with such a martial arts master?" Li Xi couldn't help but feel curious about the teacher.

"That's for sure." A hint of pride appeared on Xu Shanchang's face. "This teacher is named Luo Yun. Although he looks like a refined scholar, his skills are extraordinary. It is said that he is a master swordsman, and his swordsmanship is as smooth as flowing water, which is breathtaking."

Li Xi listened intently, thinking to himself: If I could befriend such a powerful person, it would be beneficial for Xiao Yi.

Moreover, he was Xiao Yi's savior, so she should go and thank him, both out of courtesy and reason.

Baichuan Academy is extremely large; its area is beyond imagination.

From a distance, the academy's walls resemble a winding dragon, encircling the entire academy and protecting it tightly.

Luo Yun was a distinguished guest whom Master Xu had carefully selected and warmly invited to serve as a vocal music teacher.

For this reason, Master Xu specially prepared a quiet and elegant private courtyard for him, so that this wise teacher could teach in peace, devote himself to the study of music, and be free from the noise and disturbance of the outside world.

This small courtyard was separated from the residences of the other scholars, forming its own independent community.

The courtyard has a pleasant environment, with shady trees and blooming flowers.

Several elegant rooms are scattered throughout the complex, including a spacious and bright music room filled with a variety of precious musical instruments.

This place is like a paradise, peaceful and beautiful.

Li Xi raised her hand and gently knocked on the slightly antique-looking door in front of her, producing a few crisp sounds.

Not long after, with a creak, the door slowly opened, and an elderly servant dressed in gray with a wrinkled face appeared before him.

The old servant's eyes were somewhat cloudy. He looked Li Xi up and down and asked with a puzzled tone, "May I ask what brings you here, young master?" His voice was a little hoarse and aged.

Li Xi replied respectfully, "Old sir, I have come to pay my respects to Master Luo. I am Li Yi's elder brother, and I have come today to express my gratitude for your saving my younger brother's life."

"In that case, please wait a moment, young master." After saying this, the old servant turned and walked into the courtyard, leaving Li Xi to wait quietly in place.

Before long, the old servant led Li Xi to Master Luo Yun's music room.

He gently pushed open the door and gestured for Li Xi to come in.

As Li Xi stepped into the room, a faint scent of sandalwood wafted into her nostrils.

Master Luo was sitting in front of a guqin, his fingers lightly brushing the strings, producing melodious sounds.

The music was like a clear spring flowing, like a gentle breeze caressing the face, captivating the listener.

Li Xi stood quietly to the side, immersed in the beautiful music, as if she had forgotten all her troubles.

When the music ended, Master Luo gently lowered his hand.

Looking up at the person who had come, she smiled slightly and said, "Oh, it's you. We're quite destined to meet."

His voice was gentle and deep, as if it possessed a unique charm.

When Li Xi saw him, a hint of surprise flashed in her eyes.

She walked quickly to Master Luo, looked him over carefully, and said with an incredulous expression, "It's you, Brother Yunyi! I never thought you were Master Luo!"

Upon hearing this, Luo Yun's lips curled into a faint smile as she replied, "Oh, I see. How is Li Yi now? Is he still feeling unwell?"

"Thanks to your concern, Master, Li Yi has just woken up and is now in good health. I came here specifically to express my gratitude to you." As Li Xi spoke, she secretly thought that she should prepare a generous gift for her master another day to express her thanks.

"It's nothing, just a trivial matter! When we encounter injustice, we should step forward to help; it's a righteous act for us. Besides, Li Yi is also my student. As his teacher, protecting my disciple is my duty," Master Luo waved his hand and replied humbly.

"Master, you are so kind! You have shown me the way before, and I will never forget your kindness! I have always wanted to find an opportunity to repay you. Today, I happen to meet you. I wonder if you have the time to join me at a restaurant for a small gathering, so that I can show you some hospitality and treat you to a meal to express my gratitude?" Li Xi said earnestly, bowing with his hands clasped.

"Since that's the case, how about tomorrow? I'm new here today and need to rest for a while." Luo Yun looked troubled.

Li Xi suddenly realized what Xu Shanzhang had said and blushed. He said awkwardly, "It was my rashness and lack of consideration. I will come to pick you up again tomorrow at Shenshi."

"That's excellent."

"Then this junior will not disturb you any longer, Master."

Li Xi returned to Xu Shanzhang's courtyard, where Qin Xiaolin was playing chess with him.

As soon as she came in, neither of them looked up and continued eating.

The game of chess was finished after about fifteen minutes.

Qin Xiaolin then asked with concern, "How did it go?"

"I've arranged to have dinner with the teacher tomorrow at Shenshi (3-5 PM). You two must do me the honor of coming along," Li Xi said to them.

"If there's something delicious, I'll definitely have to give you some face!"

Xu Shanchang said with a smile, "I didn't expect Luo Yun to be so approachable. Over the past few years, I have written no less than ten letters seeking talent and visited him several times before he agreed to serve as the vocal music teacher at our Baichuan Academy."

"I never expected that Master Luo would be so skilled in both literature and martial arts," Li Xi echoed.

“That’s for sure.” Headmaster Xu nodded. “If he can stay in our academy, he will definitely be able to cultivate more outstanding students.”

When Li Xi returned to Li Yi's place, Headmaster Xu specially arranged for him to recuperate in his courtyard. After all, Li Xi was one of his disciples.

This time, he stood up for his classmate, a quality that is truly rare, which makes Headmaster Xu even more satisfied with him.

"Xiao Yi, does your wound still hurt? I have some painkillers here. Take one if the pain gets unbearable." Li Xi gently placed the porcelain bottle on the small tea table beside his bed.

"Okay." He forced a smile, but the smile looked somewhat ferocious, as if to tell Li Xi that he was alright.

However, every time the wound was aggravated, the pain would surge like a tide, turning his face pale.

"Stop laughing. You look really unreliable right now. I'll hire a security escort agency to help you travel and study from now on." Li Xi estimated it wouldn't cost much money.

"Brother, no need. I'll practice martial arts properly after I recover from my injuries, and I won't be as weak as I was this time." He felt that as a man, he shouldn't always let his sister plan everything for him.

“Xiao Yi has a point; he has to grow up eventually,” Qin Xiaolin advised.