Ruolin Arrives

Xiao Yu was stunned for a moment and looked at Xiao Ning in disbelief, asking, "What are you talking about?"

Xiao Ning could only force a bitter smile and explain his results from the last family test. However, Xiao Yu still found it hard to believe, "A fifteen-year-old becoming a four-star Dou Practitioner? This kid is stronger than I am now?"

After a brief moment of contemplation, Xiao Yu thought, "No, although this little brat can be annoying, if this is true, I need to inform the teacher."

She then turned to Xiao Ning and said, "Don't worry. As long as you train diligently, Xiao Yu won't bully you. But I heard you've been bullying family members, haven't you?"

Xiao Ning mumbled, unable to respond. Xiao Yu shot him a glare and said, "Xiao Yu is already a four-star Dou practitioner at fifteen, and you're two years older but still at Dou Qi level 8. You'd better train hard during this period and not go anywhere!"

Xiao Ning wore a bitter expression, "Please, sis, I…"

But Xiao Yu's sharp glance immediately silenced him.

After leaving the room, Xiao Yu quickly sent a message back to her teacher at Jia Nan Academy, Instructor Ruolin, and planned to find Xiao Yu to ask about the situation. However, she couldn't find him in his room, so she gave up.

At that moment, Xiao Yu was in the chaotic rock forest behind the mountain, training his Dou Technique. He didn't have time to waste.

Early the next morning, Xiao Yu took Xun'er to the family training grounds. Today was the day of the family coming-of-age ceremony predictions. Originally, Xiao Yu hadn't planned to attend, but the system assigned him a task, so he had to go. Besides, he was curious to witness Xiao Yan's famous moment of redemption.

Many family members had already gathered at the training grounds, their faces showing nervousness and anxiety. Xiao Yu sat with Xun'er in a corner. Xun'er asked softly, "Is Xiao Yu not planning to take the test?"

Xiao Yu rolled his eyes, "I'm already a Dou Practitioner, why should I bother?"

Xun'er smiled like a blooming lotus and asked, "That's true. But what are your plans, Xiao Yu?"

Xiao Yu turned to Xun'er and saw the hope in her eyes. Just as he was about to answer, a female voice interrupted from the side, "Little brat, Xun'er, what are you two doing here?"

Xun'er chuckled, "I'm talking with Xiao Yu about our future plans."

Xiao Yu immediately grabbed Xun'er's hand and said, "You should come to Jia Nan Academy. With your talent, it'd be a waste not to."

Xun'er didn't respond but instead looked at Xiao Yu. However, Xiao Yu was busy with the system task in his mind: "Ding! Congratulations, Host, for successfully checking in. Reward: Burning Sky Sword Technique! Please check your inventory."

Just as Xiao Yu was processing this, the system continued, "Next check-in location: Magical Beast Mountain Range, Yun Yun's unconscious spot! Reward: Unknown!"

"Unknown?" Xiao Yu was puzzled. This had never happened before, but he was intrigued by the check-in task. Of course, he was only interested in the system's task and rewards, definitely not because of Yun Yun! Absolutely not!

Returning to the present, Xiao Yu said, "Maybe I'll go, but I still have some things to handle, so I don't know when I'll go."

Xiao Yu pouted and said, "What, you have conditions now?"

Xiao Yu grinned smugly, "Of course! A genius should have some privileges."

Seeing Xiao Yu's annoying expression, Xiao Yu almost wanted to punch him. Then, she heard Xiao Yu continue with a smile, "Besides, if Jia Nan Academy doesn't agree, I can delay for a year or so. And of course, I'll take Xun'er with me!"

Xiao Yu crossed her arms and said, "You're taking Xun'er too? Dream on! Isn't that right, Xun'er?"

But Xun'er remained silent, only looking at Xiao Yu, which made Xiao Yu angry. "I don't know if you've been enchanted by him!"

Then again, the sight of these two exceptionally talented youngsters together was truly a perfect match!

"Alright, enough of this. This test is pointless; let's go back to training," Xiao Yu said, standing up, hands behind his head, casually walking away. Xun'er bid her farewell and followed him.

As expected, during the family test, Xiao Yan regained his former glory, his Dou Qi returning to level 7 of dou disciple. His honor had been restored, while Xiao Yu was busy creating his own legend!

Days passed, and soon it was time for Jia Nan Academy's admissions. On this day, the Xiao family welcomed some esteemed guests from Jia Nan Academy: Xiao Yu's mentor, Instructor Ruolin, and her good friend, Xue Ni.

Upon seeing Instructor Ruolin, Xiao Yu immediately rushed over and playfully bit her tender earlobe, saying, "I missed you so much, teacher!"

Instructor Ruolin, with her clear, water-like eyes, said, "Oh? If I hadn't discovered a talent, would you have sent me that message?"

Seeing the teasing look in Instructor Ruolin's eyes, Xiao Yu's face flushed. Standing nearby, Xue Ni pouted with a hint of jealousy, "What, am I invisible to you? Hmph!"

"Welcome, welcome!" Xiao Yu laughed, linking her arm with Xue Ni's.

"That's better!" Xue Ni replied, satisfied.

The group entered the Xiao residence, where Xiao Zhan personally greeted them and arranged accommodations. After settling in, Instructor Ruolin asked Xiao Yu, "Where's that genius you mentioned?"

Xiao Yu whispered, "That little brat is elusive. I haven't seen him for days, but Xun'er probably knows where he is."

"Xun'er? Is she another of the geniuses?" Instructor Ruolin asked.

Xiao Yu quickly nodded, "Teacher, you should really thank me. I found you not one but three exceptional talents!"

"Three?" Ruolin was surprised.

Xue Ni, too, looked at Xiao Yu curiously. Xiao Yu explained, "It's Xiao Yu's third brother, Xiao Yan. His talent has returned, and now he's a three-star Dou Practitioner at sixteen!"

A look of shock flashed in Instructor Ruolin's eyes. "Your Xiao family really is full of geniuses!"

Xue Ni, however, was puzzled, "Why isn't your talent as good as theirs?"

Xiao Yu glared at Xue Ni, "They're freaks. I'm the normal one, okay?"

After some playful banter, Xiao Yu quickly found Xun'er. Upon seeing the graceful, lotus-like girl before them, both Instructor Ruolin and Xue Ni couldn't help but exclaim, "So beautiful!"

"Cousin Xiao Yu, is there something you need from me?" Xun'er naturally noticed Instructor Ruolin and Xue Ni in the room.

Xiao Yu smiled and said, "Nothing major, just wondering if you know where Xiao Yu is."

Xun'er glanced at them and asked, "And they are?"

Xiao Yu introduced, "This is my mentor, Instructor Ruolin from Jia Nan Academy, and this is my good friend Xue Ni. They've heard that our Xiao family has produced several geniuses, and Instructor Ruolin would like to recruit them into her fold."

Xun'er immediately understood and said, "Xiao Yu doesn't like being disturbed. I can relay your intentions to him."

Instructor Ruolin could tell that this graceful girl had a protective attitude toward Xiao Yu, but she didn't press the matter. After all, she had plenty of time.

Xun'er soon left and headed toward the chaotic rock forest behind the mountain.

While training in the forest, Xiao Yu quickly sensed Xun'er's presence. He turned and saw her standing there, smiling at him.

A smile appeared on Xiao Yu's face as well. "What brings you here today?"

Xun'er replied directly, "Cousin Xiao Yu's mentor, Instructor Ruolin, is at the Xiao residence and wants to meet you."

"Oh?" Xiao Yu naturally knew about Instructor Ruolin. He hadn't expected her to arrive so soon, or that she'd want to meet him. It seemed Xiao Yu had told her something!