"..."
Chen Shu's eyes widened. So that was the reason...
He spoke, "Let's go. It seems everyone has dispersed. Time to head home and sleep."
The two walked side-by-side on the streets on New Year's Eve, drawing frequent glances from passersby.
They were well-known figures in Nanjiang City, so walking together naturally attracted a lot of attention.
"Sister Fang Si, how many days will you have off for the New Year?"
Chen Shu casually asked, "Qingxue still needs you to teach her."
"I can stay for about three to four days."
Fang Si replied calmly, "The department has a rather important mission."
"Is that so..."
Chen Shu nodded and said, "Are there no fierce beasts in the city anymore? Why are there still missions?"
"It's not from Blue Star, it's from another dimension!"
"Matters concerning other dimensions? Shouldn't the Spirit Suppressing Army handle that?"
Chen Shu was slightly taken aback. "Besides, aren't there no special events in other dimensions right now?"
"Some places are not entirely peaceful."
Fang Si explained, "Moreover, the Spirit Suppressing Army is mainly responsible for guarding the dimensional passages. Other matters still require the Imperial Dragon Guards to handle."
Chen Shu nodded, having previously thought the Imperial Dragon Guards only dealt with matters on Blue Star.
He asked, "Is the mission... dangerous?"
"It's alright, it's all the same."
Fang Si shrugged and said indifferently, "Don't worry, Sister has the ability to protect herself!"
Chen Shu smiled and said, "That's true. You take after me in that regard."
"Hmm?"
Fang Si was momentarily stunned, then immediately understood what he meant by 'take after me'.
"Chen Pi!!"
Just as she was about to reprimand Chen Shu, he had already vanished...
...
Time passed slowly.
With nothing else to do, everyone began earnestly mentoring Wang Qingxue, hoping to nurture another genius from Nanjiang Second High School.
They were not old, but their strength and talent were considerable.
Especially Chen Shu and the others, who were all skilled. Even a little bit of their mastery could lead to great success.
On the fourth day of the New Year, Fang Si received notification from her department and left Nanjiang City.
Although it was only a short three days, she had taught Wang Qingxue a lot, especially in combat experience.
Chen Shu and the others also contributed their efforts, doing their best to nurture her.
The one-month winter break quickly passed.
Wang Qingxue had made significant progress, her Beast Taming level soaring directly to Level Seven Beast Tamer.
Of course, this was achieved by forcefully feeding her Beast Taming Pearls.
This was not something an ordinary family could afford; even no one in all of Nanjiang City would do this due to the immense cost.
In addition to her Beast Taming level, her contracted spirit's attributes, skills, and combat experience had all undergone earth-shattering changes.
Chen Shu had even specifically prepared relevant potions for her.
Most importantly, however, were the teachings of the Savage Bandit's Code and her mastery of the urea bags...
"Qingxue, you are quite formidable now!"
The group gathered on the rooftop of Chen Shu's building, their eyes filled with anticipation.
"Really?"
Wang Qingxue still sounded a little unsure as she petted the Snow Fox on her shoulder.
"Of course!"
Chen Shu nodded and said, "As long as you continue to improve, surpassing them will be no problem at all!"
"..."
Everyone turned to look, wishing he wouldn't compare them.
Wang Qingxue's gaze held a hint of mischievousness as she asked, "Then can I catch up to Brother Chen Shu?"
"Well, that..."
Chen Shu stroked his chin and said earnestly, "Qingxue, don't aim too high!"
No matter how great one's talent, it couldn't compare to a cheat, otherwise, he wouldn't have won the world championship.
"Qingxue, there's no problem with you surpassing him."
Xie Sunan stepped forward and said, "When Chen Pi was your age, he knew nothing."
"..."
Chen Shu remained silent, unable to refute.
Wang Qinghan spoke, "Alright, I'll take my sister back first. We need to prepare for the new semester."
"Okay, you two go ahead."
Chen Shu and the others nodded, watching the sisters leave the rooftop.
"The winter break is already over..."
Everyone sighed, lamenting the rare moments of such relaxed and leisurely times.
"Who says!"
Chen Shu pouted and said, "As long as I don't voluntarily return to school, the winter break isn't over!"
"..."
Xu Xingxing turned to look and said, "Chen Pi, school starts tomorrow. Aren't you going?"
"Do I have a habit of starting school on time?"
Chen Shu stated calmly and domineeringly:
"As long as I don't want to, even the King of Heaven himself can't do anything!"
[No matter how hard I try, I can't escape this world of flowers...]
As soon as he finished speaking, his phone rang.
"Hmm?"
Chen Shu looked at his phone, and his once domineering expression instantly changed to a fawning one. "Hello, Teacher Liu? I've missed you so much."
"What? School starts tomorrow, and we have a graduation assessment that requires an early arrival?"
"Absolutely no problem! I've always been quite punctual!"
"Alright, I'll be at the academy early tomorrow morning."
"..."
Everyone was stunned. This guy could really change his tune...
"Goodbye, Teacher Liu."
Chen Shu hung up the phone and looked at the others.
They all had extremely strange expressions, arms crossed, looking at him as if to say, 'we're just watching your performance.'
"Why are you all looking at me like that?"
Chen Shu raised an eyebrow and said, "Oh right, Xiao Xing, the academy opens tomorrow. Remember to arrive early."
Xu Xingxing asked, "Didn't you just say you don't have a habit of starting school on time?"
"Did I say that?"
Chen Shu asked with a look of confusion.
"Tsk!"
Xu Xingxing and the others let out a chorus of 'tsk's and collectively made a friendly international gesture.
Chen Shu shrugged, completely unbothered, and then asked, "When are you guys leaving? I'm heading out this afternoon, and Xiao Huang can give you a ride."
"Then we'll leave this afternoon too!"
Everyone said in unison, all expressing their desire to ride the dung monster, which was far more impressive than any high-speed train or plane.
"Alright."
Chen Shu nodded and said, "By the way, a ticket costs sixteen billion. Remember to transfer it to me via Super Trust."
"???"
Everyone immediately fell silent. This guy was no longer just robbing them...
Could this number be spoken by a human?
"Don't misunderstand."
Seeing their expressions, Chen Shu quickly explained, "I'm not talking about Huaxia currency!"
"I see."
Everyone breathed a sigh of relief, truly thinking Chen Shu had gone rogue.
Chen Shu smiled slightly and slowly said:
"I'm referring to... Huaxia points!"
"Get lost!"
In an instant, everyone turned and left, no longer wanting to deal with Chen Shu.
They hadn't expected that after so long, they still couldn't fathom Chen Shu's bottom line.