Chapter 46: Yo Yo Yo, Ordinary Classmate
Chapter 46: Yo Yo Yo, Ordinary Classmate
Seeing the sudden arrival of the figure, Xue Ruyan was pleasantly surprised but not too shocked.
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Jiang Tian Immersed in His Own World
"Student Jiang, my aunt is here. I'll go over there first." Xue Ruyan waved at Jiang Tian and trotted over.
Jiang Tian waved back, watching her leave with her aunt until they disappeared from sight.
Then, he turned and walked away, already deep in thought.
His mind was filled with every detail of his cooking journey during the awakening assessment.
He meticulously recalled Xue Ruyan's suggestions—each one extremely valuable.
They would help him improve his craft significantly.
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Xue Xiao's Unexpected Announcement
Meanwhile, as Xue Ruyan walked with her aunt, she heard an announcement that caught her off guard.
"This is a big deal. Mom and Dad have already forbidden you from staying in Yue City," said Xue Xiao as they walked.
"You'll be leaving with me later to go home."
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Xue Ruyan's Reaction
"I'm sorry for making Grandpa and Grandma worry," Xue Ruyan said apologetically.
But then she froze.
"Wait... what? We're leaving now?"
Xue Xiao nodded firmly.
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"You came here to work hard on your own without relying on your father's influence."
"You also wanted to experience your mother's past and study at her old school."
"But you've been here long enough—it's time to go back."
"After what just happened, do you really think the old couple in our family can rest easy letting you stay?"
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Reluctance and Reflection
Xue Ruyan hesitated, then nodded after a moment.
"I understand."
She knew that her recklessness had nearly led to disaster.
Now, she had to listen to her grandparents' arrangements and avoid unnecessary risks.
If she were in the provincial capital, Starry Sky Gate wouldn't have had the ability to pull off such a plan.
Her safety was one thing, but if others were harmed because of her, that would be unforgivable.
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Aunt's Teasing Begins
At that moment, Xue Xiao suddenly leaned in with a sly smile.
"You look so reluctant... is it because of your boyfriend?"
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Xue Ruyan Turns Red
Xue Ruyan's face instantly turned bright red.
"Aunt! What nonsense are you talking about?!"
"He's just an ordinary classmate! We're not even in the same class!"
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Xue Xiao Continues to Tease
"Oh? An ordinary classmate, huh?"
"Then why do you look so reluctant to leave?"
"Since when did our little Ruyan become so friendly with boys?"
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Flustered and Defensive
Xue Ruyan was utterly embarrassed.
"He saved my life!" she argued.
"Should I be indifferent to my lifesaver?"
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Doubts About Jiang Tian's Strength
Xue Xiao raised an eyebrow.
"That child saved you?"
She found it hard to believe.
As soon as their family received the news, she rushed here immediately.
At first, she feared the worst.
Fortunately, things were resolved quickly.
By the time she arrived, she had already been informed that Xue Ruyan was safe and that Huang Hui was personally escorting her.
Otherwise, her grandparents would have come in person.
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Xue Ruyan's Carefully Crafted Story
Xue Ruyan calmly explained the "agreed-upon" version of events:
"Well, he has great observation skills and discovered the Starry Sky Gate's tracks."
"He's also very good at hiding, so he took me to avoid the enemy and stalled for time."
"In the end, we successfully waited for Lord Huang to arrive and were saved."
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A Carefully Planned Cover-Up
This story was pre-discussed between her, Jiang Tian, and Huang Hui.
Huang Hui even stabbed a few corpses himself to make it seem like he had handled everything.
Xue Ruyan had promised to keep Jiang Tian's strength a secret, even from her own family.
Jiang Tian had risked his life to protect her and exposed his terrifying power in the process.
She wouldn't repay that kindness with betrayal.
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Flashbacks to the Battle
She remembered that hopeless moment, standing in the middle of a battlefield full of corpses...
Then, Jiang Tian had walked out of the thick smoke.
Like a devil who had just wiped out an army.
She also thought about those past few days, when he had been shoving food into her mouth like a fool.
Even now, she still felt bloated.
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Auntie Sees Through Her
Xue Xiao watched her niece carefully.
Then, she suddenly smirked.
"Ohhh~ 'ordinary classmate,' huh?"
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Xue Ruyan Turns Red Again
"AUNTIE!"
Her face burned even brighter as she pushed Xue Xiao away in frustration.
But Xue Xiao only laughed.
She hugged her niece and ruffled her hair.
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Aunt's Serious Advice
Then, her expression turned serious.
"Listen, Ruyan."
"I won't interfere, but you need to stay calm."
"Our family doesn't care about 'status'—but the world does."
"You need to be absolutely sure of your feelings."
"And you have to think about whether our family's influence will put too much pressure on him."
"Most importantly, you need to make sure no other guys try to mess with him because of you."
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Xue Ruyan's Confidence
Xue Ruyan shook her head with a small smile.
"Aunt, there's no need to worry."
"Nothing fazes him."
"All he thinks about is cooking."
"As for those other guys trying to mess with him..."
She scoffed inwardly.
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"Do any of them even stand a chance against Jiang's punch?"
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Xue Xiao's Final Thoughts
Xue Xiao sighed, touched her niece's head, and let her be.
She wouldn't interfere.
Instead, she would let things take their course.
If they drift apart, so be it.
If they overcome all obstacles, then… maybe it was meant to be.
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Meanwhile, In a Secret Room…
At that moment, Jiang Tian—the "ordinary" boy Xue Xiao had underestimated—
Was sitting inside a secret room at the base.
In front of him, Zhou Shang—Hongwu University's president—
Was fiddling with a portable testing instrument.
He was about to measure Jiang Tian's current strength.
Zhou Shang's expression remained calm…
But his hands were trembling slightly.
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If possible…
Zhou Shang really wanted to ask:
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"What should I do… if I've taken in a monster as my apprentice?"