Not long after Shi Yi returned to the academy, Yu Xiaogang came looking for him.
"Teacher?" Just as he was about to head to the Cafeteria, Shi Yi opened his door and saw Yu Xiaogang's somewhat stiff face.
"Come on, let's talk." Yu Xiaogang sighed softly as he looked at Shi Yi.
Shi Yi smiled and nodded. Given Yu Xiaogang's ability to read people, it was only natural that he had noticed something unusual between him and Tang San.
Shi Yi and Yu Xiaogang slowly walked along a path through Shrek Academy.
"His Highness the Crown Prince didn't cause you any trouble, did he?" Yu Xiaogang asked softly, his voice full of concern.
Shi Yi smiled and shook his head. "His Highness the Crown Prince and Sect Master Ning are master and disciple. He probably just wanted to build a closer relationship with me in preparation for recruiting me later."
Yu Xiaogang looked at Shi Yi and nodded slightly. "Mm... Even if you have no interest in the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, joining the Empire's camp would still be a good choice."
Shi Yi smiled teasingly. "Teacher, don't you want me to join the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan?"
Yu Xiaogang had long grown used to Shi Yi's manner of speaking. A trace of melancholy appeared on his face. "Joining a sect does not suit you. Most sects developed from families, and in the eyes of the sect's direct-line disciples, you will always be an outsider. Of course, in my opinion, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect remains the best choice for you. Because they are support-type Soul Masters, they are the most inclusive of the Seven Great Sects."
"Why don't you think highly of Spirit Hall?" Shi Yi asked with a light laugh.
Yu Xiaogang looked at Shi