Chapter 30: Going to School Together

Chapter 30: Going to School Together

"Is it really necessary to go? I don't see the point of going to such a place."

Watching as Wang Si packed his belongings, Qian Renxue looked down at the ground with a hint of anxiety.

"Why wouldn't it be meaningful? At the current rate, Xue Qinghe will most likely be crowned prince when he turns twelve.

If he becomes the crown prince, he will likely have control over the Royal Academy. After all, for a crown prince, it's important to have talented and virtuous people by his side.

I'm taking you to the Royal Academy now so that you can get a head start on understanding it, and you won't be caught off guard when you deal with matters related to it in the future."

As Wang Si packed the necessities for their stay at the academy, he shared his thoughts with Qian Renxue.

Upon hearing Wang Si's explanation, Qian Renxue nodded thoughtfully.

She had always been intelligent, but spending too much time with Wang Si tended to make her forgetful.

Nevertheless, she still had some concerns.

"I still feel it's not a good idea. I already have limited opportunities to get close to Xue Qinghe, and now by going to the Royal Academy, won't I have even fewer chances to interact with him?"

After storing the pillow she had grown accustomed to sleeping with into her soul guide, Wang Si turned to look at Qian Renxue, who was frowning.

He reached out and gently rubbed her temples, and after her frown smoothed out, he cupped her face seriously.

"People are changeable, and no one's life can be smooth sailing all the time. Everyone will encounter setbacks and difficulties of varying degrees.

Some trials can even change a person's character and behavior."

Wang Si paused for a moment before leaning in and placing a kiss on her face.

"Rest assured, even if you really fail in your undercover mission, you still have me, don't you?"

Qian Renxue struggled free from Wang Si's grasp and then solemnly wiped the saliva from her face.

"Who are you to plan my future?" she said, feigning indignation.

Wang Si simply smiled at her earnest expression and closed his eyes.

When he felt the warmth on his face, he slowly opened his eyes.

Qian Renxue had already turned away, her voice calm as she issued orders to Wang Si.

"Why are you still standing there? Hurry up, I don't want to be late on my first day!"

Wang Si wiped the moisture from his face and followed.

As they stepped out of the room, Wang Si spotted a familiar figure—Xue Qinghe.

"Brother Wang, I've already arranged the carriage. Since I have nothing else planned for today, I might as well accompany you both to the Royal Academy."

Xue Qinghe greeted "Xue Ya" and then walked past her with a smile to stand by Wang Si's side.

Hearing that Xue Qinghe wanted to accompany them to the Royal Academy, Wang Si raised an eyebrow in surprise.

Xue Qinghe had said he would go to the academy to take a look, not that he would escort them there.

Xue Qinghe probably hadn't been to the Royal Academy before, as he had been taught reading and etiquette by private tutors since he was young, leaving him with no opportunity to attend.

In a way, it was quite pitiful.

But thinking about his position as the eldest son, it made sense. The process of raising Xue Qinghe was a journey of trial and error for his parents.

Fortunately, Xue Qinghe had turned out well. Otherwise, with Snow Night Emperor's methods of upbringing, Xue Qinghe might have gone astray.

However, Xue Qinghe, who had never set foot in the Royal Academy before, suddenly expressing interest in going there must mean that he had something to take care of.

And so, led by Xue Qinghe, Wang Si and Qian Renxue boarded the carriage.

Once inside, Xue Qinghe pulled Wang Si's arm and led him to one side of the carriage.

He glanced at the distance between them and Xue Ya, ensuring they wouldn't be overheard, before lowering his voice.

"Brother Wang, I have a little gossip to share, the kind that I can't confirm the truth of."

Seeing Xue Qinghe being so secretive piqued Wang Si's curiosity. What kind of news could make Xue Qinghe act like this?

Wang Si leaned in close to Xue Qinghe's mouth and signaled to Qian Renxue to move away, as her keen ears would easily pick up any whispers in the confined space of the carriage.

Satisfied that Xue Ya was out of earshot, Xue Qinghe finally spoke.

"Brother Wang, I have a favor to ask of you."

"Brother Xue, please speak. If it's within my power, I'll definitely help."

Wang Si's voice also lowered unconsciously.

"Brother Wang, there's a Title Douluo among the honored elders of our Sky Dou City, right?"

Hearing Xue Qinghe's tone, Wang Si immediately knew who he was referring to—the only publicly acknowledged Title Douluo in the Sky Dou Empire: Duan Hibiscus, one of the honored elders of the Sky Dou Empire.

At that moment, Qian Renxue said nothing and simply turned her head to gaze out the window.

Xue Qinghe coughed awkwardly upon seeing Wang Si's reaction. "Brother Wang, it's not what you think."

Wang Si gave Xue Qinghe a disdainful look. "What do you mean it's not what I think? You clearly are thinking that, and you're deliberately avoiding Xue'er because you feel guilty!"

"Alright, Brother Wang. I admit I want you to get close to the granddaughter of a Title Douluo. It is a bit of a difficult request, but befriending a Title Douluo could bring you great benefits..." Xue Qinghe looked at Wang Si earnestly, hoping he would recognize the value of having a Title Douluo as an ally.

In response to Xue Qinghe's earnest advice, Wang Si could only nod and try to steer the conversation to a close. "Brother Xue, I'll do my best."

As he said those words, Wang Si felt a slight chill down his spine.

Sensing Wang Si's dilemma, Xue Qinghe realized he was putting his friend in a difficult position. "Alright, I won't force you to get too close to her. Just make sure you don't become enemies."

Wang Si could only nod in agreement.

Although the topic had ended, the atmosphere in the carriage remained somewhat subdued.

After Wang Si and Qian Renxue, disguised as Xue Ya, were dropped off at the academy, Xue Qinghe parted ways with them, as he was off to prepare for the arrival of the granddaughter of the Sky Dou Empire's only Title Douluo.

Wang Si, accompanied by Qian Renxue, made their way to his dormitory.

Of course, he intended to room with Qian Renxue, but their training would be separate.

After all, "Xue Ya" was an ordinary person. Although she had been training with Wang Si for a while, her current soul power was only at the sixth level.

For an ordinary eight-year-old, having sixth-level soul power would be considered impressive. However, at the Sky Dou Royal Academy, it was unremarkable.

Wang Si, being a full-soul-power prodigy, would undergo training of a much higher intensity than the ordinary classes, so naturally, they couldn't train together.

To be honest, if Qian Renxue were placed in the same class as Wang Si, she would reveal herself immediately during their first battle.

While others were still Soul Scholars or Soul Masters, having a Soul Emperor in their midst would be extremely unfair.

Arriving at the dormitory he had once stayed in two months ago, Wang Si began tidying up the room.

Qian Renxue, on the other hand, strolled leisurely around the room, seemingly testing its soundproofing.

After half an hour, Wang Si finally finished arranging the room to his liking. He plopped down on the bed and patted it, signaling for Qian Renxue to join him for a moment of rest.

Qian Renxue smiled softly at the familiar setup of the bed and obligingly lay down, but she gently pushed away Wang Si's arm when he tried to pull her into an embrace.

Noticing her action, Wang Si turned onto his side to face her, his gaze falling on her serene expression. He couldn't help but pinch her delicate cheeks playfully.

Qian Renxue glared at him, then turned onto her side as well, facing him directly. "I think you should get to know the granddaughter of the Poison Douluo. Your current protection is still a bit lacking.

The Bone Douluo from the Seven Treasures Glazed Glass Sect is publicly known as your teacher, but that identity may only intimidate ordinary people.

If they investigate further, they'll realize that your connection with the sect isn't as strong as it seems.

But if you can get closer to Dugu Yan, other forces will definitely think twice before making a move against you. After all, not many people dare to provoke the Poison Douluo."

Qian Renxue spoke with a serious expression, her eyes never leaving Wang Si's.

Wang Si returned her intense gaze with a solemn nod. "I'll try."

Hearing Wang Si's immediate agreement, Qian Renxue felt as if a huge rock had lodged in her chest, making it difficult to breathe.

Noticing the captivating emotions playing across Qian Renxue's face, Wang Si took a step forward and did something that caused her brain to momentarily short-circuit.

As he savored the sweetness of Qian Renxue, Wang Si couldn't help but inwardly lament.

Some people aren't single because they're restricted from dating. Even if you lift those restrictions, they'll use their actions to prove that they're meant to stay single.

In his previous life, Wang Si had realized too late that his single status throughout high school and college was because he was giving himself too much face...

(End of Chapter)

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