bookbashuk Chapter 26 Departure, the Zhang Family
Chapter 26 Departure, the Zhang Family
Chapter 26 Departure, Homecoming
The hall was quiet for a moment.
A complex emotion flashed in Bibi Dong's purple eyes.
At twelve years old, his physical body was comparable to that of a Title Douluo, his martial soul weighed 50,000 jin, and he was empowered by four ten-thousand-year soul rings.
Such a genius is absolutely capable of carrying the banner of the Spirit Hall after me.
"By the way, how are Yang Jian and Nana's relationship?"
Bibi Dong suddenly changed the subject, "Have you progressed to being boyfriend and girlfriend?"
Upon hearing this, Yue Guan's smile became somewhat subtle.
Not yet.
"In my opinion, Nana definitely has that kind of intention."
"As for Yang Jian—"
He shrugged, not finishing his sentence.
Bibi Dong probably understood.
It seems I'll have to give Yang a push once he gets back from rehearsing.
We should also formally accept him as our personal disciple.
Meanwhile, Yang Jian was on her way back to the courtyard.
The flowers and trees on both sides of the bluestone road are in full bloom, and a gentle breeze carries their delicate fragrance.
"Yang Jian".
Suddenly a familiar voice came from the side.
Yang Jian turned his head and saw Xie Yue slowly approaching from another side road.
After several years, Xie Yue had grown considerably taller. His short silver hair remained as aloof as ever, but his brows now held a touch of maturity.
"Senior Brother Xieyue." Yang Jian stopped in his tracks.
The two greeted each other and walked forward side by side.
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Xie Yue looked at the boy beside her who was half a head taller than her, and then remembered that the other party was much shorter than her six years ago, and felt a mix of emotions.
As Hu Liena's brother, Xie Yue was naturally aware of his sister's feelings for Yang Jian.
To be honest, he had no complaints about Yang Jian.
His talent, temperament, and ability are all impeccable.
This kid just doesn't seem to get it when it comes to relationships.
Xie Yue recalled his younger sister's angry yet helpless expression every time Yang Jian was mentioned, and couldn't help but sigh inwardly.
"Didn't Nana just come looking for you?" Xie Yue snapped out of her thoughts and asked casually, "Why are you here alone?"
"I need to go out and gain some experience for a while," Yang Jian answered truthfully. "I just told my teacher, and I'll go back and pack my things before leaving."
Xie Yue nodded knowingly.
"Be careful. Nana, Yan, and I are preparing to participate in the Spirit Hall's elite training program, aiming to break through to Soul King in a few years. We'll spar again when you return."
"Okay." Yang Jian nodded.
After walking for a while, Yang Jian suddenly remembered something and casually asked, "By the way, what has Yan been up to lately? It's been so long since I've seen him."
Xie Yue paused slightly, a somewhat helpless expression on his face.
"Him—" Xie Yue sighed, "Ever since that incident six years ago, he's been cultivating like a madman. He goes to the training ground before dawn and doesn't come back until dark. His personality has also changed a lot. He doesn't like to talk anymore, and he's always gloomy."
"I guess you left a bad impression on him."
Yang Jian responded with an "oh" and didn't say anything more.
He didn't have a good impression of Yan.
Anyway, it's best not to mess with yourself anymore.
Otherwise, we'll have to teach this guy another lesson.
After saying goodbye to Xie Yue and returning to the courtyard, Yang Jian packed his luggage.
There's really not much to tidy up.
It's nothing more than a few changes of clothes.
He put the items into a ring-shaped storage soul tool and was about to leave when he saw Yue Guan walk in from outside the courtyard.
"Ready?" Yue Guan glanced at him.
"Um."
"Then let's go. His Holiness the Pope has ordered me to protect you closely."
Yang Jian did not refuse.
After all, having another Title Douluo by my side would definitely make things much easier for what I'm about to do.
The two walked out of the courtyard and headed towards the gate of the Spirit Hall along the bluestone path.
I met quite a few people on the way.
"Brother Jian! Want to go for tea together?"
"Brother Jian, are you going out?"
"Brother Jian, remember to come visit us when you get back!"
Most of them were students who had witnessed that battle at the training ground six years ago.
Over the past six years, they have made numerous trips to visit Yang Jian and invite him to various gatherings and events.
Yang Jian responded with a smile, neither appearing cold nor overly enthusiastic.
He knew it in his heart.
These people did so because they demonstrated sufficient talent and ability.
So they want to curry favor with me.
But he didn't mind.
It's important to understand that in a place like the Spirit Hall, connections are sometimes more important than strength.
These people might become my help in the future.
Maintaining the relationship is also important.
Yang Jian calmly dealt with the people who tried to get close to her for a while.
soon.
The gates of the Spirit Hall appeared in front of them.
Yang Jian was about to leave.
But then I heard a series of hurried footsteps behind me.
"Yang Jian!"
Hu Liena came running up, panting, her chestnut hair disheveled by the wind, and a hint of anger on her delicate face.
"Why didn't you tell me you were going out to gain experience?" She stood in front of Yang Jian, hands on her hips, glaring at him angrily. "If the teacher hadn't mentioned it earlier, I wouldn't have known!"
Yang Jian couldn't help but smile when he saw her like this.
"Don't make it sound like a life-or-death separation." He reached out and tidied her wind-blown hair. "It's just an experience trip, not like you're never coming back."
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Hu Liena bit her lip, her eyes reddening slightly.
"Take me with you."
"No way." Yang Jian shook his head decisively. "Senior Brother Xie Yue told me that you have to participate in the elite training program and can't come with me."
Hu Liena remained silent.
The Elite Training Program is the most prestigious training program in the Spirit Hall. Countless people would fight tooth and nail to get in, and once enrolled, there is no way to withdraw.
"Then—then remember to come back soon, I'll be waiting for you."
Hu Liena's voice lowered, tinged with reluctance. She then stepped forward, wrapped her arms around Yang Jian's waist, and buried her face in his chest.
"I'll give you a gift when you come back."
Her voice was very soft, so soft that only Yang Jian could hear it, and her face was slightly flushed.
Yue Guan stood to the side watching this scene, and the corners of her mouth unconsciously turned up, revealing a very standard auntie smile.
Young people have such a good relationship.
"understood."
Yang Jian nodded, feeling the pressure from Hu Liena.
He wasn't sure what the gift meant, but he didn't ask any further questions.
The two hugged quietly for a while.
"Alright." Yang Jian released his hand. "Go back now."
Hu Liena hummed in agreement, but did not move.
At this moment, Yue Guan had already summoned a luxurious carriage, which was parked outside the gate.
He wisely refrained from urging them and simply stood patiently by the car, waiting.
Yang Jian turned and walked towards the carriage, then boarded it.
He leaned out of the car window and waved to Hu Liena.
"Go back quickly."
Hu Liena stood there, biting her lip.
The carriage slowly started moving.
Hu Liena watched the carriage gradually disappear into the distance, the figure leaning out of the window growing smaller and smaller until it became a blurry outline and vanished at the end of the road.
She secretly made up her mind.
I must break through to the Soul King level next time we meet.
We can't afford to fall too far behind Yang Jian!