Chapter 202: Han Yue's Subtle Intentions, and the Clever "Matchmaker" Elder Liu
Seeing Han Yue, who had momentarily set aside her obsession with cleanliness, shaking hands with Wu Tian, Elder Liu was slightly stunned. After a brief moment, he regained his composure, glanced at Han Yue with a meaningful look, and then chuckled:
"Wu Tian, you should know you're one of the very few male students in the Inner Academy who have had the honor of shaking hands with Han Yue!"
As soon as he said this, Han Yue's sharp gaze instantly turned toward him.
"What kind of nonsense is this? Few male students have shaken my hand?!"
If Elder Liu weren't a respected elder, she would have already lashed out at him.
Even so, her expression turned icy, and she quickly turned to Wu Tian.
"Wu Tian, don't misunderstand. Those few others were simply my opponents it was unavoidable!"
Hearing her explanation, the surrounding students were dumbfounded.
"Wait, why is she explaining this to him?"
"It's just a handshake why does she feel the need to clarify?"
This… could only mean one thing Han Yue already viewed Wu Tian as an equal. Or perhaps… something more.
Wu Tian, of course, understood.
"The icy fortress has been exposed to the sun. Now, all I have to do is keep shining, and it will eventually melt."
With a calm smile, he replied, "Senior Han Yue, I understand. It is my honor."
Han Yue smiled slightly. "Wu Tian, under your leadership, this year's freshmen have made quite a name for themselves. Your reputation will be etched into Canaan Academy's history."
Wu Tian sighed dramatically, pretending to be troubled.
"Ah, Senior Han Yue, you may not know this, but because of my reputation, my fellow freshmen are now facing a lot of trouble."
"Oh?" Han Yue raised an eyebrow, her eyes flashing with curiosity. "So, the older student factions have already started targeting you?"
She quickly nodded in understanding, a playful smile curving her delicate lips.
Wu Tian nodded. "Indeed. The 'Green Mountain' faction has already come after us."
Han Yue's bright eyes studied him as she casually remarked, "Wu Tian, your 'Sun Flame Alliance' may have numbers, but right now, you're the only one truly holding it together."
"Every faction in the Inner Academy depends on absorbing new talent. Since you've monopolized all the new students, it's inevitable that the other factions will take action against you."
"They might even join forces to deal with your Sun Flame Alliance."
Beside them, Elder Liu nodded in agreement, acknowledging Han Yue's keen insight.
Wu Tian's lips curled into a confident smirk, his eyes flashing with a sharp gleam.
"If they come, I'll deal with them. If they don't know their place, I'll make sure they suffer the same fate as 'Green Mountain.'"
"What?!"
Han Yue's beautiful eyes widened in shock. "You… you already destroyed 'Green Mountain'?"
Wu Tian nodded nonchalantly. "On my way here, I took care of them. At this point, they probably can't even remain in the Inner Academy."
Han Yue and Elder Liu exchanged glances, both silently stunned.
"This boy… is dangerous."
Han Yue took a deep breath, then met Wu Tian's gaze.
"Wu Tian, if you ever need help, you can come find me. I will do my best to assist you."
Elder Liu: "…"
Wu Tian smiled warmly and nodded. "Then I must thank Senior Han Yue in advance."
Even though he wanted to pull Han Yue and her faction into his own ranks, he knew he couldn't be too aggressive.
Someone with her level of cleanliness and pride wouldn't accept being forced into anything. Everything needed to happen gradually.
Han Yue gently shook her shimmering silver hair, her voice cool and crisp.
"Don't thank me just yet. This is an alliance. If my 'Moon Spirit' faction ever needs your help, you'll have to assist us as well."
Wu Tian chuckled. "Of course. Not just 'Moon Spirit' if you ever need help personally, I'll be there too."
His words hit Han Yue right in the heart.
For a moment, her gaze wavered slightly, as if she were avoiding his eyes.
"He saw through my plan instantly?"
Indeed, Han Yue had a reason for tolerating physical contact with Wu Tian.
She needed to recruit a strong ally for a mission, and Wu Tian fit the role perfectly.
So, she had deliberately played the 'Ice Beauty' card, hoping to entice him into cooperating.
Yet, this man saw right through her from the beginning.
What puzzled her even more was if he saw through her intentions, why did he still accept the alliance?
Han Yue couldn't figure it out at all.
Wu Tian: "Want me to explain?"
Han Yue elegantly turned, brushing her silver strands behind her ear.
"Well then, Wu Tian, I'll let you explore the Heavenly Flame Training Tower with Elder Liu. I have matters to attend to on the fourth floor, so I won't stay."
She gave him a slight nod, her figure graceful and poised.
Wu Tian nodded with a charming smile. "Alright. I'll be sure to visit Senior Han Yue soon so we can 'discuss' things further."
Han Yue's lips curved slightly, before she turned away and walked toward the depths of the tower.
Wu Tian watched her mesmerizing silhouette disappear into the warm glow of the tower's interior before finally shifting his gaze away.
"Hehehe~ Wu Tian, what do you think of Han Yue?"
Elder Liu, acting like a proud matchmaker, grinned slyly as he asked.
Wu Tian glanced at him, then smirked. "She must have quite a few admirers in the Inner Academy, huh?"
Elder Liu nodded. "Oh, plenty! But few have ever caught her attention. The way she acted with you today that's an excellent sign."
"With your skills and charisma, you might just have a chance to win her over!"
Wu Tian glanced at the mischievous old man, noting how he looked nothing like the stern elder he had first met.
He was more like a meddlesome old matchmaker, his grin full of sly amusement.
Wu Tian sighed. "Elder Liu, I appreciate your enthusiasm, but… I already have someone."
Elder Liu: "…"
"What do you mean, you 'already have someone'?
"You don't just have 'someone' you have TWO!"
"A man living alone with two women in the same dorm what difference does one more make?"
"Wouldn't it be even better with three?!"
Elder Liu rolled his eyes dramatically.
Wu Tian chuckled, then waved his hand dismissively. "Elder Liu, no need to guide me around the tower. I'll explore on my own."
Elder Liu smacked his lips. "You're trying to get rid of me, aren't you?"
This wasn't about Wu Tian handling things alone it was about whether Wu Tian respected him or not!
"I know you have a Heavenly Flame. Sure, you won't have issues in here.
"But what if you accidentally trigger something?!"
"This entire tower could become a furnace of death!"
Despite his frustration, Elder Liu had no choice but to follow Wu Tian closely.
After all, he was the guardian elder. If something happened, he'd be held responsible.
As Wu Tian reached the center of the tower, he suddenly pretended to be surprised.
"Huh? What's this big, deep, black hole radiating heat?"
Elder Liu: "…It's a hole! A black hole! What else?!"
(End of Chapter)
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