Chapter 260: Full Alert

d a breathsword and returned to the valley, entering "Treasure Light Pavilion." He dug out a large jade board that Zhao Yanzi had once stolen and a vermilion cinnabar pen for drawing symbols, then he...Chapter 260: Full Alert

Hao Ren had no time to go back to his dormitory for his books, and thus he hurriedly changed into new clothes before heading straight to the classroom "for class."

When he reached the classroom door, the lesson was already halfway through. In these small classrooms where each class uses a different room, there is only one front door.

"Sorry, teacher, I'm late," Hao Ren stood empty-handed at the doorway.

"No problem! Hurry up and come in." Mr. Sun, who was known for his fierce demeanor, greeted Hao Ren with a friendly face.

“Sssst,”

The students sitting at the back, like Yu Rong, sucked in cold air.

They dared not skip any of these tough teachers’ classes, but for Hao Ren…

Hao Ren ran to sit at the back of the classroom. As he passed by Xie Yujia, she saw him wearing new clothes and smiled at him.

Hao Ren also smiled back at her and gave a little wave.

The Marina beside Xie Yujia deliberately elbowed Xie Yujia, with a mischievous look in her eyes.

At the back of the classroom, Zhao Jiayin made room for Hao Ren to sit next to him.

"According to reliable sources, you and Xie Yujia didn’t come back last night. Were you up to no good outside" Zhao Jiayin raised his eyebrows at Hao Ren.

“Which one of us is the cool guy The basketball team captain! Nowadays it’s hard enough just getting a glimpse of you!” Hao Ren changed the subject.

"Ahem!" Mr. Sun coughed loudly from the front of the classroom.

Hao Ren realized that he was speaking a bit loudly and quickly quieted down. His voice even became more resonant.

Xie Yujia looked back at Hao Ren with a faint smile.

Hao Ren also gave her a slight smile. Now they both kept the same secret, which brought them closer than before.

Zhao Jiayin didn’t know what their smiles meant and felt envious, his heart itching. Although he was now the basketball team captain with many girls coming to watch him play every day, none of them were as beautiful and gentle as Xie Yujia!

However, since Xie Yujia was Hao Ren’s woman, Zhao Jiayin naturally wouldn’t have any other thoughts. He just felt happy for his good friend in his heart.

After the class ended, Zhao Jiayin and others, who usually dragged Hao Ren to play video games, left with clear intentions of letting Hao Ren go find Xie Yujia.

However, Xie Yujia had no intention of being overly affectionate in the schoolyard. She explained to Hao Ren before riding her bicycle to borrow books from the library.

This kind of relationship was neither too close nor too distant, but it was just right.

Xie Yujia no longer felt that Hao Ren harbored numerous secrets in his heart, so her worries about him dissipated with the wind. A light interaction and a light attachment were enough.

Meanwhile, Hao Ren had his own matters to attend to. First, he ran behind the library and released Little White for some fresh air, which attracted a group of girls who came to feed it. Then, he went to Su Han’s office again to calmly cultivate, striving to absorb the Five Elements Qi from heaven and earth.

Cultivation could never be neglected. Although the dragon pill had its own function in absorbing natural energy from heaven and earth, if he didn’t actively control it, his cultivation progress would still be too slow.

The incident with the black wolf made Hao Ren realize that in the world of cultivation, despite various rules and constraints, fundamentally, it was still a world where the strong were respected.

Once high-level cultivators broke the rules and attacked low-level ones, as a low-level cultivator, there would be no resistance at all.

The time passed without notice, and after two hours of practice during lunch break, Hao Ren returned to his normal school life. He went straight to Zhao Yanzǐ’s house for tutoring when afternoon classes ended.

Dinner time was bustling on campus, and Hao Ren didn't want to draw too much attention, so he left his car at the administration building and took a bus to Zhao Yanzǐ's house instead.

About this time, Zhao Yanzǐ had just arrived home. Zhao Hongyu was preparing dinner while Zhao Guang was going through some documents in his study room.

"Uncle, Aunt, open the door," Ren said upon knocking.

"Haha, A Rén is here!" Zhao Hongyu came out of the kitchen with a plate of vegetables.

"Yeah, it's been a long time since I've tutored Zi." Little Hao Ren held up his tutoring materials; he had compiled these using an entire afternoon.

"A Rén has certainly been busy," Zhao Hongyu smiled at him.

"Busy with what I think he’s more busy dating!" Zhao Yanzǐ, who was sitting on the sofa watching TV, pouted and said.

"Dating Dating who" Zhao Hongyu asked curiously.

Upon hearing her mother's question, Zhao Yanzǐ suddenly closed her mouth and didn't want to speak anymore.

Zhao Hongyu didn't press the matter further but smiled at Hao Ren again. "Wait a moment more; I'll bring out another dish of stir-fried meat." She then called into the study room, "Zhao Guang, it's time for dinner!"

From inside his study room, Zhao Guang rubbed his head and stood up, walking over to nod at Hao Ren in greeting. He seemed deep in thought with many worries yet unresolved.

The four of them gradually sat down around the table where a variety of delicious dishes were already laid out, making Hao Ren miss those days when he used to freeload meals from others.

“I had you call your grandmother over today, but she insisted on staying at the seaside villa, so I couldn’t bring her here,” Zhao Hongyu said as she served their bowls and chopsticks.

"No problem, it's fine where she is. Uncle Wang returned today and can look after her," Hao Ren smiled gratefully. "By the way, how’s the situation at Dragon Palace"

“The elders are still recovering from their injuries; Star Moon Elder is looking after Su Han, while Zhao Yanzǐ's third uncle continues his travels outside. It seems to be a temporary period of stability,” Zhao Hongyu replied.

"Thirsty"郝仁 nodded, "Today, I dealt with Zeng Yitao,"

"No need to explain; we all know." Zhao Hongyu interrupted He Ren.

"Zeng Yitao" Zhao Yanzi seemed a bit curious.

"Just some minor matters. Focus on eating." Zhao Hongyu placed her chopsticks heavily in front of Zhao Yanzi.

Zhao Guang kept a solemn face, not speaking, still looking preoccupied with thoughts.

"Oh, and I've already arranged it with Elder Sun. You can go to his martial arts training hall for your practice whenever you have time. It's close from your school," Zhao Hongyu continued.

"Alright!" He Ren agreed readily.

Regular training wouldn't be a problem since there was a small forest on campus where he could train. However, to practice sword formations, an open space would be necessary.

With the East Sea and West Sea conflict intensifying, it was imperative to boost his abilities as soon as possible. Nonetheless, for the sake of his parents and grandmother, he couldn't completely abandon his university studies; he had to pass every examination smoothly at least.

Zhao Yanzi's side also required tutoring time. It seemed Zhao Hongyu and Zhao Guang wanted her to live an ordinary life as a junior high school girl without getting involved in this conflict.

After the dinner ended, Zhao Hongyu urged Zhao Yanzi back to her room for lessons. Though Zhao Yanzi wanted to watch TV, when Zhao Guang put on his stern face, she had no choice but to go upstairs obediently.

He Ren carried tutoring materials along and went up too; he prepared plenty of exercises this time to make up for what he fell behind earlier.

Seeing them all going upstairs, Zhao Hongyu looked at Zhao Guang. Her relaxed expression vanished as she voiced her concern, "The matter is somewhat troublesome"

"With Zeng Yitao's cultivation level reduced by a grade this time due to He Ren, given Old Man Zeng's nature and scheming mind, he will surely use it as an excuse to bring many West Sea experts to question Elder Sun. The whole city would be put on high alert.The barrier around the small villa shattered, causing the house to tremble slightly.Yue Yang and Hao Zhonghua who were sleeping soundly, along with Grandma, all woke up from their sleep in a fright.Ha...