Ignoring Zhao Wuji's suspicious gaze, Lin Yang looked at Flender and nodded.
"Dean Flender, it's good to see you again. I didn't introduce myself properly last time. My name is Lin Yang. I am Teacher Qin Ming's disciple. Thank you for taking care of Little Wu during this time."
Flender stared at him for two seconds. Suddenly, a figure surfaced in his mind, gradually matching the face before him. He had grown taller, but his appearance hadn't changed much.
"So it really is you." Flender chuckled. "I never imagined that even I, the 'Four-Eyed Cat Owl,' could be fooled."
"Dean, it wasn't convenient to say anything at the time. Sorry about that." Lin Yang smiled. It was an apology.
It was clear that Flender had realized Lin Yang was the "Blade Demon."
Zhao Wuji, who had been holding back for a long time, finally couldn't endure it any longer.
"Wait, what are you two talking about? Flender, who exactly is this kid?"
"Didn't I just say it? He's Xiao Ming's disciple," Flender chuckled. "He's also the partner of the duo Xiao Wu used to form—Dao Gui!"
Zhao Wuji was momentarily stunned. The Blade Demon? What was going on? Had that brat had a boyfriend before? Meaning Flender himself had known about this, but his own teacher hadn't?
He opened his mouth as if to ask another question, but Lin Yang had already continued speaking.
"Dean Flender, Teacher Zhao, right now the most important thing is to treat Little Wu's injuries. We can talk about everything else later."
With that, Lin Yang carried Xiao Wu toward a corner of the lounge.
"You…" Zhao Wuji wanted to follow, but Flender stopped him.
"Old Zhao, don't rush. Let's treat Little Wu's wounds first. We'll talk about the rest once she wakes up."
Lin Yang laid Little Wu on a soft sofa in the rest area. He quickly sprinkled hemostatic powder on her wounds, then stuffed a piece of Dragon's Beard Leaf into her mouth. Finally, he took out a small bottle containing a blood-red medicine and injected it directly into her neck.
The medicine entered her body. Xiao Wu's wounds began forming granulation tissue at a speed visible to the naked eye, then healed rapidly. Fortunately, they were all minor injuries. Otherwise, even Lin Yang's blood-circulation-promoting medicine wouldn't have helped her recover so quickly.
Seeing this, Flender's eyelids twitched, and his gaze fixed on the medicine in Lin Yang's hand. Was this a new type of medicine on the market? Why had he never heard of it before?
"Mmm…"
Xiao Wu's eyelids fluttered, and she slowly opened her eyes.
"Xiao Wu."
A familiar voice reached her ears. Xiao Wu's eyes were initially a little dazed. After a few seconds of blank silence, she suddenly returned to reality.
Lin Yang's voice? She looked up, and sure enough, a familiar face was looking at her with a worried smile.
"How do you feel?"
Xiao Wu said nothing and simply stared blankly at Lin Yang.
Lin Yang waved his hand in front of her and said half-jokingly, "Eh? It's only been a few months—have you forgotten about me…?"
Before he could finish, Xiao Wu threw herself into his arms. Her eyes instantly turned red as she sobbed.
"Damn it, it's not just a few months—it's been ten months and five days!"
During this long period, she hadn't cried even when she felt lonely or when she was hurt. But now, her tears flowed uncontrollably, soaking a large area of Lin Yang's clothes.
Lin Yang looked down at the little rabbit in his arms, his eyes softening.
"I'm sorry. You've worked hard."
"Ah, that's right," Xiao Wu suddenly raised her head. "Um… I already know the method."
Lin Yang nodded lightly. "Yes, I saw it."
Xiao Wu was initially surprised, then blurted out, "Then… can I go to Heaven Dou with you too?"
Lin Yang nodded. "You can do it whenever you want. But first, let your teachers know, okay?"
He stepped aside, revealing Zhao Wuji and Flender behind him.
Seeing the two familiar faces, Xiao Wu's face flushed red. At school, she usually acted like a queen. Xiao Ao and Ma Hongjun even called her "Dance Sister." Had she ever shown such a girlish side before?
"Teacher Zhao, Dean," Xiao Wu greeted them politely.
Zhao Wuji stared with wide eyes, his expression incredulous. "Did this brat suffer brain damage? Should we take her to a proper healing soul master?"
The little rabbit's eyes widened. "Big Bear, if you don't want to hear my voice, I won't shout either."
Yes, that was exactly the flavor! His brain didn't seem broken.
Zhao Wuji snorted coldly and cracked his wrist with a "crack" sound.
"You arrogant brat, arguing with you is too troublesome. When we get back to school, I'll make you pay for sneaking out to fight evil spirits."
The little rabbit hopped two steps and hid behind Lin Yang, then peeked out with half her head.
"I didn't lose, and don't think I don't know that you two bet on me every time I fight a mental battle."
Hearing this, Zhao Wuji felt a little embarrassed. He still had a sense of shame. Betting on one's own student was unacceptable anywhere.
"Ahem!" Flender coughed lightly. His skin had long since thickened, so he felt no embarrassment at all. Instead, he spoke as if it were only natural. "As you know, the school is short on funds. What we're doing is also to secure income for the academy."
Before Xiao Wu could speak, Flender quickly changed the subject. "Alright, let's head back to the academy first. We'll talk about the rest there."
The group moved at extremely high speed using soul power. Of course, this was all under the premise of taking care of Xiao Wu, who was still recovering from her injuries.
As soon as they returned to the academy, the chubby Ma Hongjun and Oscar appeared out of nowhere and began greeting everyone one by one.
"Teacher (Dean), Teacher Zhao, Big Sister Xiao Wu…"
Oscar naturally noticed Lin Yang and looked around with darting eyes, seeming deep in thought.
Ma Hongjun approached with a pained expression. "Big Sister Xiao Wu, today while I was supposed to be watching you, Teacher Zhao nearly beat me to death. Look at this handsome face… it's all ruined now."
Xiao Wu waved her hand lightly and ignored him. "Go play somewhere else. Your face looks like it underwent plastic surgery. Teacher Zhao should teach you a lesson."
"Big Sister Xiao Wu, you're not that heartless, right?"
"Hmph, get out!" Xiao Wu raised her fist. "I'm in a good mood today, so I won't punish you."
"Alright!" Ma Hongjun awkwardly retreated a few steps. Xiao Wu's kicks were powerful enough to take half his life; his small body couldn't withstand them.
After seeing off Ma Hongjun and Oscar, Little Wu hesitated slightly before submitting her graduation application to Flender.
"Eh? Graduation?" Zhao Wuji's voice was so loud that everyone's heads buzzed, and his eyes nearly popped out. "What is this brat plotting? We haven't even settled today's matter yet, and she's already threatening us with graduation?"
Xiao Wu was unusually calm. "Teacher Zhao, I'm serious. I want to graduate."
"This…" Zhao Wuji instantly panicked. He opened his mouth but couldn't say anything. He could only turn to Flender with a pleading look.
Flender, it's your turn now! A little monster like Xiao Wu couldn't be allowed to leave the academy.
Flender remained calm on the surface, but he sighed inwardly.
"The day has finally come!"