Chapter 32 Clan School 2 How did such a fine Heavenly Spiritual Root become a love affair...?

Amidst much anticipation, the Clan Academy is finally about to open its doors to the new generation of students.

Long before they enrolled, Xie Jiaoyue's cousins, who had been studying at the clan school for several years, had already spent many days there.

For example, Xie Lingliu.

Xie Lingliu has a gentle and kind appearance, and she is always surrounded by a lot of people. This day after school, as usual, she and a group of people made an appointment to cultivate together.

"Lingliu, I heard that your Xie family has produced two promising talents this year?"

Upon hearing this, everyone in the group perked up their ears.

Xie Lingliu was taken aback by the question, then sighed softly, "His talent is indeed remarkable, it's just a pity..."

One of the bolder ones said directly, "Your Xie Jiaoyue is a furnace cauldron, and Chu Xingjin is a son-in-law. Do you think they'll both come to the clan school this year?"

If we only talk about talent, the two are undoubtedly the envy of everyone, but once we think about the problems they face, a shadow is cast over them.

People couldn't help but start whispering among themselves. If these two were to come, they would be the first furnace cauldron and the first son-in-law in the history of Jinling City's clan school, which would be nothing short of making history.

Xie Lingliu smiled slightly, her gentle eyebrows curving, making her appear even more approachable: "Although he was once a waiter, he is also the son of a benefactor of the Xie family. Our Xie family would not be so cold-hearted towards the son of a benefactor. Chu Xingjin will naturally come."

She wasn't unaware that the other party had also asked Xie Jiaoyue, but her mind was entirely focused on Chu Xingjin right now.

After all, she knew that Chu Xingjin was the protagonist of this world.

The other party pressed on, "What about Xie Jiaoyue?"

Xie Lingliu hesitated for a moment, then said, "Although Jiaoyue is a furnace cauldron and was previously unruly at home, she does have a Heavenly Spiritual Root. I think that once she enters the clan school, under the guidance of her teachers, she will likely improve considerably."

These words, seemingly gentle and kind, actually drew people's attention away from the two people's talents and towards their problems.

People couldn't help but sigh, it was truly a pity. They hoped that the children would cultivate diligently and not waste their talents, which would be a great loss.

Several days after their senior classmates enrolled, Xie Jiaoyue and the others from the Xie family were finally about to enter the clan school.

Before Xie entered the clan school, a small incident occurred.

They have to spend money to get their disciples into the clan school. The key point is the money; some people think that the eldest son's family should pay for it, not the entire clan.

For some reason, the Third Elder, who had initially been the most vehemently opposed, immediately switched sides after meeting with Chu Xingjin again, firmly supporting Chu Xingjin's enrollment in the clan school and the Xie family's financial support for Chu Xingjin.

Thus, the three members of the Xie family's direct line—Xie Jiaoyue, Xie Xinghui, and Chu Xingjin—along with several collateral disciples, were about to be packaged and sent to the clan school.

Before leaving, Xie Jiaoyue first comforted the reluctant Gong Shirao, then turned around and saw Hua Yi with tears in her eyes.

Xie Jiaoyue pulled Hua Yi aside and whispered, "Don't rush to cry. Stay home and cultivate diligently with Aunt Lan. When I'm on vacation, I'll secretly teach you the cultivation methods from the clan academy."

"Tsk, it still feels too slow. I heard that the clan school is under closed management, otherwise we can secretly meet at the fence of the clan school at night. I will learn during the day and then secretly teach you at night."

Hua Yi: ?

Miss, you're ruining the sad atmosphere!

"Miss, it's enough for you to teach me during your vacation."

"Alright, alright, then don't forget about cultivation."

Hua Yi recalled those days when her mistress led her in continuous cultivation, and the fear of being controlled by her mistress returned.

During those days, she couldn't help but wonder if there was something wrong with her. Otherwise, why was the young lady's cultivation so natural, and why was Young Master Moyu teaching her with such enthusiasm?

She shuddered and wiped away her tears: "Miss, let's go quickly, we're running out of time."

It was indeed quite late, so the Xie family members were the last to arrive.

Before they arrived, the open space in front of the clan school was already filled with young talents from various aristocratic families.

Besides them, there were several senior brothers and sisters.

The more mature-looking senior students possess an irresistible charm that attracts the naive newcomers.

Especially Xie Lingliu, this senior sister is also a prominent figure in the clan school. She is not weak in talent, has a gentle and kind appearance, and does her homework very well.

It is said that she received countless suitors during her first year there.

Those who were bolder started to strike up conversations with her. Xie Lingliu was very good at this kind of situation and handled it with ease. In just a few words, she became a good senior sister in the eyes of her junior brothers and sisters.

She enjoyed the feeling of being admired and watched.

"Alright, alright, don't crowd around me anymore. My younger siblings will be here soon, and I'll need your help to take good care of them."

Lingliu's younger brothers and sisters?

Everyone immediately thought of Xie Jiaoyue and Chu Xingjin. They both have Heavenly Spiritual Roots, so why would they need their care?

Oh right, one of them is a waiter and the other is a furnace maker.

But these people are too young and haven't been disciplined by rigorous academic studies. They are at a rebellious age and scoff at those rules.

They were more open-minded than the elders in the clan school, and their main focus was on anticipation. The Heavenly Spirit Root was so rare, they wanted it to come out and show them something new.

Amidst everyone's anticipation, the Xie clan members arrived late.

"Do you think the first woman was Xie Jiaoyue?"

"No, no, I heard that Xie Jiaoyue is stunningly beautiful. The first one is also good, but she doesn't quite reach the level of stunning beauty."

"Was that man Chu Xingjin?"

"Hmm... If this is Chu Xingjin, I think Xie Jiaoyue is blind."

Xin Xiuying, who knew the truth, scoffed from the side. Ha, although this wasn't Chu Xingjin, and although the one in the back who was prettier was, she still thought that Xie Jiaoyue was probably blind.

And Feng Qianqian, who looked over there with great joy, also went blind.

Amid Xin Xiuying's complaints, Xie Jiaoyue and Chu Xingjin were finally drawn to attention.

Some fools were completely stunned.

But it wasn't because of Chu Xingjin, but because of Xie Jiaoyue.

She's so beautiful, has a Heavenly Spiritual Root, and is the only daughter of the richest woman in Golden Spirit City. Her older sister is so strong, and they love her so much.

Xin Xiuying snorted again, "What a spineless person."

She'd been tired of Xie Jiaoyue's face since she was a child. It no longer had any impact on her.

But she couldn't help but glance at her a few more times, the scene of her birthday banquet flashing through her mind. Back then, Xie Jiaoyue's cheeks were bloodied and her hair was disheveled. She was sitting on a blind little phoenix, but she was even more breathtakingly beautiful than she is now.

No, no, she has reconciled with Xie Jiaoyue, but she can't fall for Xie Jiaoyue and become her lapdog.

Seeing Feng Qianqian rush over and hug Xie Jiaoyue, Xin Xiuying felt a pang of jealousy.

This person was clearly their savior, so why is he so close to Feng Qianqian? Is he still holding a grudge against her? How petty!

The simple-minded Feng Qianqian didn't think so much like Xin Xiuying. She hugged Xie Jiaoyue tightly and said, "Jiaoyue, you're finally here. I've been waiting for you for so long."

Then, her gaze shifted to Chu Xingjin, her smile shy: "Xingjin, you're here too."

Strangely, Chu Xingjin felt that Feng Qianqian seemed to have a better relationship with Xie Jiaoyue than with himself.

It's probably just his imagination; he might just be more shy around him and therefore doesn't dare to get close.

Feng Qianqian pulled Xie Jiaoyue over to introduce her to the others: "This is Xie Jiaoyue. She has a Heavenly Spiritual Root. She and I are best friends."

Everyone's eyes darted back and forth between Xie Jiaoyue, Feng Qianqian, and Chu Xingjin, the relationship between the three seemed quite complicated.

Xie Jiaoyue hugged the soft, cuddly little phoenix: "Qianqian, what brings you to the clan school?"

She remembered that the Phoenix Clan had its own traditions, and pure-blooded descendants like Feng Qianqian did not need to come to the clan school to study.

Feng Qianqian smiled shyly: "Because my second uncle came to the clan school to teach you, and I always follow my second uncle in cultivation, so I came along too."

She was too embarrassed to say it aloud, but she wanted to cultivate with Jiaoyue, so she begged her family to come over.

However, her cultivation system is completely different from that of the human race, so she does not need to take the same courses as Xie Jiaoyue and can just follow her second uncle on weekdays.

She stuck out her tongue and whispered in Xie Jiaoyue's ear, "I'll let you in on a little secret: the first lesson after entering the Clan Academy is the freshman assessment. Good luck, Jiaoyue, and get first place! No, no, Jiaoyue, you have to take good care of yourself and not get hurt."

Xie Jiaoyue felt a warm feeling in her body after hearing those words.

After saying that, Feng Qianqian left reluctantly, and not far away, the teachers in charge of the new students began to announce the rules for the new student evaluation.

"Quiet."

A voice brimming with spiritual power swept across the entire venue, completely silencing the audacious newbies.

"To test your basic skills, the Golden Spirit City Clan Academy has set up a special assessment for new students. Although it is only a new student assessment, you have all given it your all. The first place winner in this assessment will be qualified to go to the Azure Kite Secret Realm."

The freshmen's pupils dilated in shock. That was the Azure Iris Secret Realm, the most famous secret realm around the entire Golden Spirit City. Although they didn't know what was inside, just thinking about it was exciting.

"Now, line up and follow me to the testing area."

On the other hand, for the senior students, the biennial freshman fun has finally arrived.

On this day, all classes were suspended, and the entire event was broadcast live. Everyone put aside their own affairs and gathered in front of the Water Mirror to enjoy the freshmen's fun.

"I've placed my bet! I've guessed first place! Place your bet now!"

Who do you think will be number one this year?

"I heard that the once-powerful Chu family has produced a person with a celestial spiritual root."

"That might not work. He's currently living with the Xie family, and cultivation requires so many resources. Would the Xie family be willing to provide them?"

"That Xie Jiaoyue also has a Heavenly Spiritual Root. Although she is a furnace cauldron, so what if she is a furnace cauldron? Maybe she can rebuild the glory of the furnace cauldron."

"No rush, no rush, let's take a look first before pressing."

The water mirror reflected the newlyweds in real time. Someone adjusted the image, and Xie Jiaoyue was seen standing next to Chu Xingjin, gazing at him with affection.

"Brother Chu," Xie Jiaoyue said, her voice filled with tenderness, "Although I don't know what the assessment will entail, don't worry. No matter what happens, Jiaoyue will protect Brother Chu and will never let him get hurt in the slightest."

Her expression was so serious, her tone so sincere, as if even if Mount Tai were to press down, she would use her frail shoulders to support Chu Xingjin and create a way out.

What a touching love story.

His words silenced everyone in front of the water mirror.

Oh no, oh no! How did such a wonderful Heavenly Spiritual Root turn into a love-obsessed person?

Who would dare to place a bet now!