"Tian Ge, I can finally see you. Xun'er has missed you so much." The shadow reported that Xiao Jietian had arrived in Peace Town and was heading to Canaan City.
As the shadow retreated, Xiao Xun'er stood up, staring toward Peace Town.
...
Xiao Jietian reached Canaan City in less than three hours. Following the road signs, he entered Jia Nan Academy.
At the entrance, a graceful figure in green ran toward him. Seeing her clearly, Xiao Jietian opened his arms and embraced her.
It was Xun'er, separated from him for over a year.
Xiao Jietian held her tightly, feeling her excitement and his own joy. He stroked her hair gently. "Xun'er, I've come for you. Sorry to keep you waiting."
"It's alright, Tian Ge. It's enough that you're here. I've missed you so much," Xun'er replied, trembling with happiness.
They hugged tightly, drawing the attention of passersby.
A cough interrupted them. Xun'er looked up and shyly hid behind Xiao Jietian. The one who coughed was Instructor Ruo Lin, who had been there when Xiao Jietian registered.
"Instructor Ruo Lin," Xiao Jietian greeted, scratching his head.
"I wondered who made Xun'er so excited. It's the Third Young Master of the Xiao Family, after more than a year," Ruo Lin said, slightly annoyed by his long absence.
"Some matters delayed me. As soon as they were handled, I came over," Xiao Jietian explained.
Xun'er pouted silently. Ruo Lin asked, "Where is your younger brother, Xiao Yan?"
"He's probably on his way," Xiao Jietian replied. He had contacted Xiao Yan to stay in the small world for now.
"Good timing. The Inner Academy selection starts tomorrow. Last year, Xun'er helped register you, but you didn't come. Don't make me chase you again," Ruo Lin said.
Xiao Jietian offered a jade bottle. "This is a Three-Pattern Azure Spirit Pill. Please accept it. I guarantee you will advance this year."
Ruo Lin's hand trembled. "Is this the highest-grade Three-Pattern Azure Spirit Pill?"
"Yes, I obtained it by chance. Accept it, or I won't join the competition," Xiao Jietian joked.
Ruo Lin sighed, waved, and left. Xun'er blushed deeply. "Tian Ge, let me show you around Jia Nan Academy."
Xiao Jietian smiled and took her hand. They walked slowly, Xun'er introducing buildings and interesting spots, both laughing happily.
Some of Xun'er's suitors tried to cause trouble, but an oppressive gaze from Xiao Jietian froze them. They collapsed in terror as he walked by.
Finally, Xun'er led him to an elegant pavilion. "This is Instructor Ruo Lin's residence. Cousin Xiao Yu and I usually live here too."
She giggled, stopping at a room. "This is your temporary accommodation. My room is right next door."
Xiao Jietian smiled. "Don't overthink. I have no other meaning." Xun'er ran to her room, blushing.
The room was simple and warm. Xiao Jietian activated his system. "System check-in."
"Ding! Checked into Jia Nan Academy Outer Academy. Obtained: Earth-rank high-grade cultivation methods of various attributes * 1, Youth Preservation Pill * 6, Huangji Pill * 12, Break-Sect Pill * 6, Thunder Origin * 1."
He noted the items and thought of their use: cultivation methods for loyal members, pills for Ya Fei, and a Break-Sect Pill for Old Mo.
Xiao Jietian vanished to the Eternal Heaven World. He planned to comfort Xun'er before bringing her in to avoid danger.
He appeared in front of Xiao Yan, who was cultivating. "Tian Ge, you're here," Xiao Yan said, alerted by Old Yao.
"Next time don't suddenly appear! What if…" Xiao Yan began.
"What if your head! If you had a girlfriend, I'd come through the front door. Do… you… have… one?" Xiao Jietian lightly slapped him, teasing.
"That stings, Tian Ge," Xiao Yan groaned, feeling the pain from a sibling's teasing.
"I heard…"