"With exams over, it's almost time for vacation. What are everyone's plans?"
That afternoon, the members of Zero Class had gathered together. The end of the final exams undoubtedly marked the beginning of their break, and their vacation plans were naturally part of their cultivation journey.
"This break, I plan to refine my Soul Power further and strive to break through to Grand Soul Master as soon as possible," Tang Wulin said earnestly. Among them, he was the only one who hadn't reached Grand Soul Master yet—he had to push himself hard!
"Jin Xi and I are about the same."
"Aside from cultivation, we'll also refine our Martial Soul Fusion Skill," Zhang Yangzi added. The Martial Soul Fusion Skill was their greatest trump card, and if there was room for further improvement, that would be even better.
"Yeah."
"I plan to find ways to enhance my spiritual power. Right now, I'm the only one in Zero Class who hasn't undergone Spirit Ascension," Wang Jinxi said with determination in his eyes. As the only one present with a yellow Soul Ring, he still had a lot of work to do.
"My family is taking me to visit relatives. They said every vacation from now on will include special training for me..." Wei Xiaofeng shook his head with a bitter smile. Among them, he was currently the weakest, so he had no choice but to work harder.
According to Teacher Wu's plans, they were all expected to apply to Shrek Academy in the future. But given his current state, he really would drag everyone down.
"What about you, Gu Yue?" Tang Luochuan asked softly, turning toward her.
"Me?"
"I have some matters to handle outside. I probably won't return to Eastsea City before the semester starts. Don't miss me too much." A faint smile played on Gu Yue's lips. As the disciple of the deputy tower master of the Spirit Transfer Pagoda, staying away for too long wasn't ideal—it could affect her future plans to take control of the Spirit Transfer Pagoda.
She still needed to make appearances from time to time.
As for Luo Chuan joining the Spirit Transfer Pagoda, currently, only the branch tower master of Eastsea City and her teacher, Leng Yaozhu, knew about it.
This was her ace in the hole.
But now wasn't the time for Luo Chuan to step forward.
"Is that so?"
"I'll wait for you to come back," Tang Luochuan said with a smile, not dwelling on it too much.
"That's more like it."
That same night, as Gu Yue was packing her things, a phone call came through.
"Gu Yue-jie."
"When can I see Luo Chuan-ge?"
An eager voice sounded from the other end of the line—it was Na'er, who had left earlier.
Her heart was filled with one word: longing.
Ever since she arrived at Shrek Academy half a year ago to study under her master, she couldn't stop thinking about their little home in Orlais City and the times she had spent with Luo Chuan-ge.
Fortunately, longing is silent. Unfortunately, longing is silent.
"Na'er, you've only been gone for such a short time..." Hearing this, Gu Yue couldn't help but laugh helplessly. Of course, she understood the girl's feelings, but it had only been half a year since Na'er left for Shrek.
Was she already unable to hold on?
What happened to the determination to become the Silver Spear Goddess?
Was she really going to abandon other important things just because Luo Chuan mattered so much? How shallow!
"But..."
"You get to see Luo Chuan-ge every day. I don't." Na'er's voice was tinged with dejection, full of grievance.
The saying that sisters share the same heart certainly wasn't false. She could tell that ever since Gu Yue (older female) went to Eastsea City and stayed by Luo Chuan's side, her mood had improved immeasurably.
But what about her? Not being able to see Luo Chuan every day—how could she not miss him?
Her sister got to be with Luo Chuan all the time, while she was left alone at Shrek Academy. Even with her teachers and their wives around, she still couldn't help but feel nostalgic.
"Na'er."
"What you need to do now is focus on cultivation and raise your Soul Power level, isn't that right…?"
Hearing this, Gu Yue shook her head seriously. Na'er's little thoughts were far from righteous.
Unlike her, who had never understood what emotions were.
"But—"
Before Na'er could say anything, Gu Yue abruptly cut her off.
"No 'buts.' You don't want to end up as a useless burden clinging to Luo Chuan in the future, do you?"
Gu Yue countered.
"I…"
Hearing these words, Na'er wavered. Just as Gu Yue had said, she didn't want Luo Chuan to see her as nothing more than deadweight.
Never in this lifetime.
"Gu Yue (older female), I understand."
"But promise me—the reason you won't let me see Luo Chuan isn't because you want to keep him all to yourself."
Na'er could only nod, but she quickly spoke bluntly. She could agree to Gu Yue's terms, but…
Gu Yue had to promise her too!
"Hmm…"
"Of course. I would never do something like that."
Hearing this, Gu Yue nodded solemnly, agreeing with utmost seriousness. Keeping Luo Chuan all to herself…
How could she ever do something like that?
Had she? She certainly didn't remember doing so!
"..."
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A month later.
Inside Zero Class, Tang Luochuan and the others had already gathered. After a vacation spent cultivating, everyone's strength had improved.
Tang Luochuan had advanced by one level, while Gu Yue had caught up to him, both reaching Level 33. Meanwhile, Tang Wulin had reached Level 19—just one step away from becoming a Grand Soul Master.
"Today, Zero Class welcomes a new student."
"Let's welcome Xu Xiaoyan."
Wu Zhangkong arrived uncharacteristically late.
Behind him, a girl with twin ponytails followed shyly.
"Huh?"
"It's her."
Everyone except Tang Luochuan froze at the sight of the newcomer. It was none other than the sister of the ice-staff guy they had encountered in the Spirit Ascension Platform.
She was joining Zero Class?
"Ah… ah?"
Upon recognizing the group, Xu Xiaoyan visibly stiffened. Running into Tang Luochuan and the others here was clearly unexpected.
The memory of her brother being one-shot was still fresh in her mind. And now, she was going to be classmates with these people?
"Hmm?"
"You know each other?"
Watching the scene unfold, Wu Zhangkong couldn't help but be surprised. His students really had a wide social circle.
"We've met once before…"
Tang Luochuan said calmly, while the others wore expressions of helpless amusement. Once was an understatement.
Back in the Spirit Ascension Platform, her brother had been instantly defeated by Gu Yue. If Xu Xiaoyan hadn't remembered them, that would've been the real surprise.
"That's even better."
"Let's all get to know each other first."
Wu Zhangkong gave a faint smile and spoke unhurriedly.
"I... I'm Xu Xiaoyan. Nice to meet you all."
Xu Xiaoyan spoke somewhat shyly, her gaze drifting toward Tang Luochuan at the front as she spoke softly.
"Nice to meet you too."
"Welcome to our Zero Class."
As the leader, Tang Luochuan smiled slightly, and the rest of the group greeted her warmly.
"Thank you..."
Xu Xiaoyan responded quietly, though inwardly she couldn't help but worry—everyone here was far stronger than her.
Would she be able to...
Keep up with everyone's pace?
"Hmm?"
At that moment, only Gu Yue observed the newcomer thoughtfully—such a well-behaved and cute girl.
Surely she wouldn't...
Do anything to provoke Luo Chuan, right?
"Hopefully."
"Probably not."