Chapter 78 Mu En questions Xuan Zi: Is it that Liu Yuan?
Of course, Liu Yuan and the others were unaware of Xuanzi's struggles and despair in the shadows.
Since returning to the hotel after the grand banquet last night, Liu Yuan and his group did not engage in any further cultivation but went directly to their rooms to rest.
The next morning, when sunlight streamed into the room through the huge French windows, Liu Yuan slowly opened his eyes.
According to the original plan, they should have set off to return to the Body Sect today. However, it was a rare opportunity for them to leave the sect. Normally, whether it was Liu Yuan, Long Aotian, or Chen Lu, they would stay in the sect to carry out tedious and intense hard training, and rarely had the opportunity to experience the customs and culture of the outside world.
Vina had clearly considered this as well. While everyone was still washing up, she had already sent someone to invite them to enjoy themselves in the Heavenly Soul Imperial City for a few more days.
As Vina's future fiancé, it was perfectly reasonable for her to invite him, and after discussing it, Liu Yuan and Long Aotian both agreed.
So early this morning, Vina took the initiative to come to the State Guest Hotel to find them.
Although she was in the heart of the Heavenly Soul Imperial City, with familiar people and guards on the streets behind her, Vina still didn't act like a princess at all.
Today she was dressed in a light lotus-colored outfit, and the personality she displayed in her every move was basically the same as when she was cultivating in the Body Sect: cheerful and generous.
Moreover, since officially announcing her engagement last night, Vina has become even more proactive in front of Ryu Won.
She found Liu Yuan early in the morning, and before he could even say hello, she naturally took his arm.
Her delicate, pretty face was beaming with a smile that stretched almost to the back of her ears, radiating an indescribable sense of happiness.
This scene, witnessed by Wang Yanfeng, Chen Lu, and others who came out from behind, naturally sparked another round of ridicule.
"Seriously, you two? Are you planning to be this sweet this early in the morning?" Wang Yanfeng crossed his arms and looked at the two of them with an exaggerated expression.
Chen Lu chimed in, rubbing his eyes dramatically before saying to Gu Tong, "Gu Tong, when we go shopping later, I need to find an eyeglasses store in the capital to buy some sunglasses. Otherwise, I feel like my eyes will be blinded by those two sooner or later!"
As Vina listened to their teasing, her pretty face flushed slightly, but she didn't let go of Liu Yuan's hand. Instead, she hugged him even tighter as if to show her defiance.
She feinted at Chen Lu, laughing and scolding, "You're getting bolder and bolder, daring to joke with me now, huh?"
The group walked out of the hotel, joking and playing around together.
After walking a short distance and entering the bustling commercial street, the group, which had originally been moving together, began to show subtle changes.
Wang Yanfeng suddenly reached out and grabbed Gu Tong, pointing to a stall selling rare minerals in the distance, indicating that he wanted to go and check out that interesting shop.
Chen Lu reacted quickly. He grabbed Long Aotian, who was about to follow Liu Yuan forward, and turned to walk in another direction.
Long Aotian hadn't reacted yet and asked, somewhat puzzled, "Lawyer Chen, why did you pull me? Aren't we going to stay with Liu Yuan and the others?"
Chen Lu was completely dumbfounded by his senior brother's tactless question.
He lowered his voice and said, "Senior brother, don't you have any sense of atmosphere? They just got engaged and want to spend some time alone. Do you want to go along and be a third wheel?"
Long Aotian was slightly taken aback, then his old face turned red, revealing an embarrassed expression, and he said repeatedly, "Yes, yes, I was confused, let's go, let's go."
Ahead, Vina, arm in arm with Liu Yuan, was leading him away from the main group.
Throughout the journey, the two did not discuss any topics related to cultivation, martial spirits, or sect competition.
Vina took Liu Yuan on a tour of the city's streets and alleys, from various exquisite snacks to unique handicrafts, and even the silk garments unique to the Heavenly Soul Royal Family. Vina led him on all sorts of casual conversations, shopping trips, and food and drinks.
In the realm of cultivation, Liu Yuan might be able to suppress the top experts of his generation, but in the details of worldly life, he is indeed not as refined as Vina.
In the past, his only goal in life was to become stronger.
Now, with Vina by his side, all his schedules, preferences, and details are arranged perfectly.
Liu Yuan discovered that in this environment where he didn't need to think about the rhythm of battle, he actually found it quite comfortable to just stroll around with Vina.
This rare moment of mental relaxation made his soul power, which had been somewhat agitated due to his rapid breakthrough, much smoother and more stable.
Over the next few days, Liu Yuan enjoyed a rare period of stress-free time.
However, the fact that Liu Yuan is so relaxed doesn't mean that Xuan Zi can relax as well.
At this moment, a gray-brown figure stood quietly at the entrance of Shrek Academy.
After that night, Xuanzi rushed back to Shrek almost without stopping.
But when he actually stood at the school gate, a symbol of eternal glory, his steps felt as heavy as if they were made of lead.
He stood at the doorway, head down, not taking a step for a long time.
He was still struggling intensely inside.
He hadn't figured out how to face Mu En after entering the Sea God Pavilion, nor what words to use to explain that cruel truth.
Just as Xuanzi was hesitating, the gatekeeper recognized him.
"Isn't this Elder Xuan? You're back! Why are you standing at the door instead of going in?" the gatekeeper greeted him warmly.
Xuanzi was brought back to his senses by the shout. He looked up at the gatekeeper, forced an awkward smile on his old face, and said with a laugh, "Oh... I was just thinking about cultivation and got lost in thought. I'll go in now."
Xuanzi lowered his head and strode into the academy.
His back looked somewhat hunched in the sunlight, as if he had aged ten years overnight.
Inside the Golden Tree at the heart of Shrek Academy.
Lord Mu En of the Sea God Pavilion remained lying quietly on the wooden recliner.
Although his eyes were closed, he was fully aware of the movements inside the Sea God Pavilion.
Mu En turned to a liaison officer beside him and asked, "Judging by the days, Xuanzi should be back today after going to Tianhun Imperial City to investigate. I wonder what concrete information he will bring back this time."
"I hope you won't disappoint me..."
As soon as Mu En finished speaking, another staff member quickly entered the pavilion and reported in a low voice, "Elder Mu, Elder Xuan has just entered the academy and is heading towards the Sea God Pavilion."
Moon's previously calm face showed a slight tremor in his eyelids before he opened his eyes, a sharp glint in his eyes: "He's back? Good, bring him to see me immediately."
The staff member received the order and immediately went to fetch Xuanzi, who was dawdling on the way.
After learning that Mu En already knew about his return, Xuanzi dared not delay in the slightest.
He knew very well that there was no point in trying to avoid Moon.
A moment later, Xuanzi pushed open the door to the Sea God Pavilion's conference hall.
Inside the pavilion, Mu En sat quietly, his gaze fixed intently on Xuan Zi as he entered.
"How was it, Xuanzi?" Mu En cut straight to the point as soon as they met, his tone carrying a hint of urgency and expectation that even he himself didn't realize. "Did you see that child named Liu Yuan in person when you went to the Heavenly Soul Empire? Was his identity... confirmed?"
Xuanzi stood in front of Mu En. He, who was usually very carefree, now had his hands crossed and hidden in his sleeves.
Faced with Moon's questioning, his face instantly turned extremely embarrassed, his lips trembled slightly, but he couldn't utter a single word for a long time.
He didn't know how to tell Mu En that the genius they had tried so hard to obtain was actually Liu Yuan, whom he had driven away back then.
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