Seeing the undisguised admiration on Bai Chenxiang's face, Bai He's eyes flashed with a hint of mischief. He coughed lightly and asked half-jokingly, "Xiang Xiang, is this friend of yours a boy or a girl?"
"Of course, it's a boy."
Bai Chenxiang's cheeks instantly flushed slightly, and the corners of her mouth curled up uncontrollably, unable to hide her smile. She said excitedly, "And he's really handsome, and strong too. As soon as he enrolled, he became the dream guy for all the girls in our freshman class!"
Bai He stroked his beard and laughed heartily, "Hahaha, in that case, Grandpa doesn't mind you spending more time with him."
After a pause, he continued, "If you have time, bring him back. We can help you vet him."
Soul Masters mature early, especially those from Soul Master families. Having grown up in such an environment, Bai Chenxiang naturally understood the deeper meaning behind her grandfather's words.
In an instant, her cheeks turned as red as a ripe apple. She was both shy and annoyed as she chided, "Grandpa! What are you talking about? I don't like Gu Feng. He's just... just my friend."
"Alright, alright, Grandpa believes you," Bai He replied, though the teasing expression on his face remained unchanged, and his eyes still held a glint of mischief.
"Hmph, I'm not talking to you anymore," Bai Chenxiang huffed, turning her head away as if she didn't want to engage further.
But within moments, she turned back and started complaining:
"You have no idea how exhausting it is to train with Gu Feng. I really don't know how he does it. We're all only six years old, but his physical strength is like a monster's."
"Sometimes I really wonder if he's even human!"
Once she started talking about Gu Feng, Bai Chenxiang's emotions poured out like a floodgate opening. Apart from her overwhelming admiration, there was also an endless stream of complaints.
After all, she was the top genius of the Four Clans, but in front of Gu Feng, she felt like a dim star. Not only did she fail to shine, but she was completely overshadowed by his brilliance, unable to make even a ripple, utterly insignificant.
The gap between them was like comparing dirt to gold—there was simply no comparison.
A flash of surprise crossed Bai He's eyes. He knew his granddaughter's talent all too well.
For someone to make his granddaughter feel inferior, he must be an exceptionally outstanding young man.
After a moment, Bai He said meaningfully, "So, Xiang Xiang, don't you have any other thoughts? Although our Speed Clan has always avoided intermarriage with other clans, if it's him, Grandpa wouldn't object."
As soon as these words were spoken, Bai Chenxiang's face turned completely red. She stomped her foot and said angrily, "Grandpa! If you keep saying things like that, I... I really won't talk to you anymore!"
"Alright, alright, Grandpa won't say it anymore, won't say it anymore."
Bai He clearly understood the principle of not overdoing it and quickly took the opportunity to back down.
However, Bai He silently noted Gu Feng's name, secretly planning to send someone to investigate him thoroughly when he had the chance.
Seeing Bai Chenxiang engaged in idle chatter and not getting to the main point, Yang Wudi, standing nearby, was as anxious as an ant on a hot pan. He was inwardly frantic, and his expression grew increasingly anxious. Finally, he couldn't help but ask again, "Xiang Xiang, when do you plan to return to the academy? Do you want Grandpa Yang to escort you there?"
Bai Chenxiang gently tucked a strand of golden hair behind her ear and replied cheerfully, "Next week. I've finally come back, so I want to stay a few more days. But there's no need for an escort; I can go by myself." She thought Yang Wudi was worried about her safety, so she straightforwardly declined his offer.
However, she had no idea that Yang Wudi's thoughts were completely different from what she assumed.
Yang Wudi was so anxious he almost stomped his foot and quickly explained, "That's not what Grandpa Yang meant. Grandpa Yang mainly wants to discuss something important with your friend."
"Oh, I see. Then sure, you can accompany me next week, okay?"
Bai Chenxiang instantly understood and readily agreed.
Hearing this, Yang Wudi's heart, which had been hanging in suspense, finally settled, and a look of relief spread across his face.
At this moment, only two sentences echoed in his mind:
"After waiting so long, today has finally come!"
"After dreaming for so long, the dream is finally coming true!"
Now, Yang Wudi's only hope was that Gu Feng hadn't wasted the Secluded Fragrance Kirin Immortal Grade.
As long as it hadn't been wasted, Yang Wudi was determined to obtain the Secluded Fragrance Kirin Immortal Grade at any cost.
Even if it meant kowtowing to Gu Feng in public, Yang Wudi wouldn't hesitate for a moment.
...
At the same time.
The Power Clan was on their way back.
Tailong, his face flushed with anxiety, shouted, "Grandpa, we can't just let this go! Xiang Xiang is mine; I like her!"
Hearing this, Titan immediately flared up, his beard bristling, and snorted in annoyance, "Nonsense! You call that liking? You're just lusting after her body, you shameless brat!"
Titan, always blunt and straightforward, saw through his grandson's intentions at a glance and didn't hesitate to call him out.
But Tailong, unashamed, straightened his neck and declared loudly, "So what? Before coming here, I had no idea Xiang Xiang would turn out to be so stunning! Who would've thought that old man Bai He could have such a beautiful granddaughter?"
Seeing that his provocation had worked, Titan felt pleased and waved his hand, saying, "Hmph, fine, do as you wish. If you really have what it takes to win Xiang Xiang's heart, I'll support you."
"That's great! Thank you, Grandpa! Just relax and leave it to me. Once we get back, I'll have my father find out which academy Xiang Xiang is attending. Then I'll enroll there too. As they say, 'the moon is closest to the water's edge,' so how could I not win her over?"
Tailong was brimming with confidence, as if he could already see a bright future with Bai Chenxiang, completely unaware that the gap between them wasn't just about strength.
"You rascal, you've got a bit of my old self in you."
Titan looked at his grandson, a glimmer of approval in his eyes, as if seeing the fearless young man he once was.
However, Titan's thoughts were far more complex than that.
He always firmly believed that one day, his master Tang Hao would return.
In order to accumulate strength for his master's future revenge, he had to do everything in his power to win over the other three clans.
Niu Gao, the leader of the Defense Clan, was like a brother to him, so winning him over was not difficult.
However, the situation with the Speed Clan and the Breaking Clan was much more complicated. Both clans had suffered heavy losses in the past, and Yang Wudi, in particular, harbored deep hatred for Tang Hao.
Moreover, the Breaking Clan had the closest relationship with the Speed Clan, and Yang Wudi treated Bai Chenxiang as if she were his own daughter.
That was why, during the banquet earlier, Titan had suggested that Tailong should approach Bai Chenxiang, even proposing a marriage alliance. He hoped to use this opportunity to ease tensions with the Speed Cla
n and pave a smooth path for Tang Hao's eventual return.
It was indeed a well-calculated plan.
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