Chapter 387 Named Disciple_1

"A misunderstanding? You could watch all night because of a 'misunderstanding'?" Xu Ran cocked his head, looking at Huo Wu.

Huo Wu, being a young girl with good health, probably had never experienced such a thing before, which is why she suddenly tapped into her potential. Otherwise, even a robust man wouldn't have been able to last that long, right?

To think of enduring the entire night is terrifying.

For most people, their physiological functions would probably suffer major damage.

But Xu Ran didn't know whether Huo Wu had engaged in the slow motion of left hand, right hand the previous night.

Uh, he hadn't paid attention to that last night. But considering she slept so soundly this morning that she didn't even notice when he picked her up, he felt it was highly possible.

As for boys, there was the gesture of thumb and index finger touching tips to make a circle, but girls didn't have that many specifics.

"Can't you be a little more magnanimous? You're a boy, yet you're making things so hard for me." Huo Wu was so ashamed and angry at Xu Ran's words that she couldn't help but grip his shoulder more tightly.

"How am I making things hard for you? I'm just discussing the facts, and I'm actually worried you might go spreading rumors about me outside."

"Then I won't spill a word outside, and you should destroy all 'evidence' of that incident. Let's agree to owe nothing to each other from now on, okay?" Huo Wu had a sudden inspiration and proposed to Xu Ran.

"No way. It was you who peeked at me, not the other way around. You saw everything of me yesterday, and you think we can just let it go like that? Impossible." Xu Ran shook his head; he wasn't a fool.

"Then I might as well let you see too, so we're even." Huo Wu suddenly stood up, and right in front of Xu Ran, she unfastened her belt with a swoosh, exposing her pale and flawless legs.

What a situation.

Xu Ran was straight-up astonished.

Xu Ran had only intended to tease Huo Wu a bit but hadn't expected the girl to be so fierce.

"Cough cough, put it on," Xu Ran glanced briefly and averted his gaze. It wasn't anything special, although plump and juicy, but what hadn't Xu Ran seen before?

Just two thick slices of bread, but how could that possibly stir any feelings in Xu Ran?

He was a man of the world, not some tasteless old lecher.

Although abalone cures all ailments, Xu Ran was in perfect health.

"What's that look for?" Huo Wu pouted, irritated by Xu Ran's disdainful attitude. She stomped her foot but quickly pulled her pants back up. She hadn't expected to be so bold all of a sudden.

But in front of Xu Ran, she became so daring.

She even seemed to like the sudden flush of shame and the thrill of it.

No, no, she, Huo Wu, was not an exhibitionist. She just wanted to settle things with Xu Ran once and for all.

"What other expression should I have? You wouldn't want me to plaster my face close and stare, would you?" Xu Ran shrugged.

"You!" Huo Wu's eyes widened as her heart thudded erratically. The mere thought of that scene almost threw her mind into disarray.

Shameless, truly shameless. She had been single for so long, preserving her purity, and had no thoughts about that aspect at all. But after watching all night, sob, she was in despair—she had actually turned into a pervert, and it was all Xu Ran's fault, ahhh!

...

"Sect Leader, we've made some progress in our movement techniques. Would you like to come and see, and maybe give us some guidance?" At this moment, Xue Wu approached, casting a doubtful glance at Huo Wu before addressing Xu Ran.

As a support-class Soul Master, the Xu Sect's Ultimate Techniques significantly improved Xue Wu's overall strength. Therefore, she was the most dedicated learner of the techniques Xu Ran taught.

"Hmm, sure, you all come over. I'll also test and see how well you've done," Xu Ran nodded.

"What's this about a Sect Leader? And what secret skills?" Huo Wu's heart pounded in her chest. She had made inquiries and not only Shui Bing'er, but the strength of the others in the Tian Shui Battle Team had also soared, all due to Xu Ran.

Hearing the words "secret skills," she had a moment of realization. This was the secret behind the impressive power of the Tian Shui Battle Team.

Without a word, Huo Wu stood by silently, watching Xue Wu and the others demonstrate their skills.

Xu Ran had taught them a lot, but it wasn't possible for them to learn everything. It is not the quantity of knowledge, but the quality that truly matters. Spending too much time on these techniques and neglecting the cultivation of soul power was not good.

The Tian Shui Battle Team mainly focused on the Mysterious Heaven Method and Ghost Shadow Perplexing Track.

Members of the Tian Shui Battle Team stepped forward one by one, showcasing their mastery of what they had practiced. After learning the Ghost Shadow Perplexing Track, they moved much faster than before. Although Xu Ran felt their speed was still slow, it was quite formidable for their stage of development.

"This Ghost Shadow Perplexing Track is good. I'll have Rongrong and the others learn it too," Xu Ran muttered to himself.

"Sect Leader, how did we do?" Xue Wu asked expectantly, seeking praise. She then cast another glance at Huo Wu, clearly dissatisfied. How long had it been since she arrived at Tianshui College? And she was already clinging to Xu Ran? Fox Charmer, obviously not a decent woman.

"Not bad. But if you want to rapidly improve in Ghost Shadow Perplexing Track, there's only one way, weighted long-distance running. The more you run, the faster you'll improve."

"Then I will arrange a training plan after I get back," Xue Wu nodded earnestly, committing Xu Ran's words to memory.

For a Soul Master, soul power cultivation is most important. Don't neglect one for the other," Xu Ran reminded. Then he casually provided a few suggestions that resolved their issues with the Mysterious Heaven Method and daily soul power cultivation.

With Xu Ran's current "Cultivation Level," even his casual advice was invaluable. Huo Wu took his words to heart as well. What Xu Ran mentioned in passing illuminated the difficulties she had faced in her practice.

"It turns out there really are such terrifying geniuses in this world," Huo Wu watched Xu Ran in amazement, swallowing hard. The image of Xu Ran working diligently last night flashed through her mind; he was so focused.

"Hey, um, can I also join the Xu Sect? My strength is really strong," Huo Wu poked Xu Ran with her finger and asked, her eyes brimming with hope.

She, Huo Wu, was a genius of the Fiery Flame College. Joining the Xu Sect shouldn't be difficult, right?

"Your talent is still lacking, and so is your strength. To be one of us in the Xu Sect, it's a bit of a stretch," Xu Ran assessed Huo Wu.

"You! You're holding a personal grudge! How could my talent, Huo Wu, be lacking? Even if I'm a bit behind Shui Bing'er and Xue Wu, that doesn't mean I don't qualify to join. Didn't all the other members of the Tian Shui Battle Team enter the Xu Sect?" Huo Wu exclaimed, teeth clenched.

"That's because they're my students, they got in through the back door. If we're being strict, only Shui Bing'er and Xue Wu truly met the Xu Sect's entry requirements," Xu Ran spoke with conviction.

Rongrong, Zhu Qing, Xiaowu, Ye Lingling, Dugu Yan—none of them had lesser talent than Huo Wu. Those who were originally a notch below Huo Wu in talent had also, with Xu Ran's help, improved their strength and surpassed Huo Wu.

"You could be a Named Disciple and do miscellaneous tasks for our Xu Sect, like cooking, washing clothes, and such. Once your strength meets our standards, you can become a full member. That could work," Xu Ran said, pulling out a Token inscribed with "Named Disciple" from his pocket.

"Fine, have it your way. Named Disciple it is then. I want to see for myself what kind of people are in the rest of your Xu Sect," Huo Wu bit her lip, staring at the four characters for Named Disciple, her chest heaving in frustration.

"Alright, our Xu Sect headquarters is in Tiandou City. When you go there, you'll see. Compared to the bunch in Tiandou City, you're the weakest," Xu Ran stated, shrugging his shoulders; he was simply telling the truth.