"Greetings, Dean Zhong." Xu Yuehuai bowed. Qi Guze did not come with him. His identity was special, and Dean Zhong knew him. If he appeared in front of too many people at this time, it would attract the attention of the higher-ups. Therefore, he sent Xu Yuehuai alone.
When Dean Zhong saw Xu Yuehuai's face clearly, he looked excited. "Good, good girl, all of you stop crowding around here. She just got back, let her rest. Alright, everyone disperse."
Dean Zhong was saying this to the others, who were lingering there and unwilling to leave. Xu Yuehuai couldn't do anything about it. Fortunately, they were quite obedient. After he said this, although they were reluctant to leave and kept looking back, they eventually left.
"Why are you back? Is something wrong?" Dean Zhong asked with concern.
Xu Yuehua nodded, "Yes, I came down to take care of some business and stopped by to see you all. I'm leaving today."
"So soon? Shouldn't you stay a few more days? Your master misses you terribly. In these past few days, news of Ji Yuanchi's death has spread far and wide. Although the Pu family hasn't openly discussed it, everyone knows the truth. There are no secrets that stay hidden forever. And because of this, many people suspect you're involved in Ji Yuanchi's death, saying some very unpleasant things." Dean Zhong told Xu Yuehuai about the current situation. He found Xu Yuehuai inexplicably trustworthy, so he was willing to say a few more words.
Xu Yuehuai hadn't expected this. Her eyes flickered slightly, but there was no major change in her expression. "I'll take you to meet your two masters first."
As soon as he finished speaking, Fu Jiayuan and Dean Guo rushed over. Dean Guo had deep feelings for Xu Yuehuai, who was his first apprentice. When he faced her, his eyes reddened.
At first, she ran here, but now she's walking, muttering sullen words as she goes, "What are you doing back here? Wouldn't it be better to cultivate properly up here? There are so many complicated things to do down here."
Dean Guo's eyes showed some reluctance, but his words were sharp. Xu Yuehuai didn't take it to heart at all. It had been a long time since she had heard anyone speak to her like that, and she even missed it for a moment.
After the three met, Xu Yuehuai was taken to Dean Guo's courtyard. Sitting in the courtyard, drinking tea, Xu Yuehuai explained in detail why she had returned, including the death of Ji Yuanchi. Logically speaking, Dean Guo was Ji Yuanchi's mentor, and he had the right to know how Ji Yuanchi died.
"So, the two of you have a good relationship, and it's not like what the outside world says, right?" Dean Guo's voice trembled slightly. After so long, he was finally able to hear the truth of the matter. He felt happy and his emotions fluctuated greatly.
Xu Yuehuai had learned a little about the rumors circulating outside, which was what Dean Zhong had just told her.
"No, no, A-Chi and I have a very good relationship," Xu Yuehuai said. Was she lying? Did she? Probably not, since Ji Yuanchi said before she died that they were still friends.
Upon hearing this, Dean Guo finally felt a little relieved, and a long-lost smile appeared on his face.
Dean Fu Jia, standing to the side, remained silent, watching them quietly. The questions they were asking were what she wanted to know, but there were many more things she wanted to know, such as how Quan Cang was doing and whether he was doing well.
Quan Cang was raised by her from the bottom to where he is now, so she definitely cares about him.
After finishing talking about Ji Yuanchi, Xu Yuehuai moved on to Quan Cang. "Recently, some accidents happened in the Zhentian Clan that Senior Brother Quan Cang went to. That is, the incident I just told you about. Their sect leader colluded with the Demon Lord, causing unrest within the sect. I was worried about Senior Brother's safety, so I brought him to Qingtao Valley."
After Quan Cang finished speaking, Dean Zhong, who was eagerly waiting for her to tell him about Baili Xiuwen and Fu Ziyi, stood by.
After thinking for a while, Xu Yuehuai told them the truth, and they couldn't believe it.
"You mean, those two lads have already risen to the position of elder's personal disciple in such a short time?! Good, good, they certainly haven't disappointed me." Dean Zhong had a happy look on his face. In terms of the current result, he had obtained the best possible outcome.
After visiting Dean Guo and Dean Fu Jia, Xu Yuehuai placed the gifts he had prepared for them on the table and then said, "It's getting late. I just came to see you. Now that I know you're safe, I have nothing more to say. In that case, I'll be leaving now."
Dean Guo stopped him, saying, "You've come all this way, can't you stay a little longer? Why do you have to leave so soon? Do you have something important to do later?"
Xu Yuehuai shook her head, and Dean Guo's eyes lit up immediately. "Since there's nothing important to do, why don't you stay here for a couple of days before going back?"
Dean Fu Jia, who was standing to the side, patted his arm as a warning, "Don't delay the junior from going back to study and cultivate. What time is it and you're still thinking about playing? Girl, don't listen to his nonsense here."
Xu Yuehuai actually wanted to stay a little longer, but that old man Zisangyi was afraid that Xu Yuehuai would be unable to bear the blow after such a big thing and would never come back after leaving. So he stipulated that she had to go back within two days, or he would come looking for her.
Therefore, Xu Yuehuai had no choice but to agree to this unequal treaty, forbidding him from going out to cause trouble.
On her way back, Xu Yuehuai felt a little reluctant to leave this place. Her gaze lingered on the academy, which could be considered the first stop on her journey. People always care extra about their starting point and destination.
"I'll bring you here again next time if there's a chance." Qi Guze's voice was steady. He placed a large hand on Xu Yuehuai's side, putting his arm around her shoulder. The two stood on a high place, overlooking the scenery below.
Dean Guo was somewhat melancholy on his own mountain peak. Dean Fu Jia stood beside him, looking at him with some doubt. "Isn't what you've been worried about the child not doing well? Now the child has come back and told you she's doing very well, and the matter of Ji Yuanchi was just an accident. With so much good news, why do I still feel that you're not very happy?"
Dean Guo took a deep breath and looked at Dean Fu Jia with some doubt in his eyes. "Are you really ignorant or just pretending? These kids always only report good news and never bad news when they come back. What she said may not be false, but there must be a lot of heartache in it. Just thinking about these things makes my heart restless."
Dean Fu was taken aback by what she said. She understood this simple principle. "If you're really worried, take on more disciples. That way, you won't be able to worry about everything, and you won't have to worry anymore."
She offered her sincere advice.
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