Shui Bing'er's Arrangements, Xue Qinghe

Xue Qingluan was obviously joking with Oscar. After such an incident, it was impossible for Shui Bing'er to stay at the academy.

With an invitation from the Oscar, the Sword Sect is indeed a good place to go. It has a strong background and resources, which will also help Shui Bing'er's growth.

Of course, Xue Qingluan would be happy to see Shui Bing'er and Oscar get together, since they are not only of similar age, but the other is also so capable.

If it really works out, it would be quite a story.

Masters marry masters, apprentices marry apprentices... Why do I suddenly feel like I'm at a disadvantage?

No, not at all. One is the Great Elder, and the other is the sect's heir. They've directly leaped into the hands of the most powerful forces.

Xue Qingluan stopped teasing Oscar: "Come with me, I'll take you to see Bing'er."

"Please rest here for a while, elders. We'll be right back."

Oscar paused for a moment, then got up and followed Xue Qingluan.

Following Xue Qingluan out of the pavilion, the two went straight to the Simulated Training Ground. At this time, Shui Bing'er was diligently cultivating! Back in the Soul Master Competition, at the age of sixteen, she was already a level forty-three Soul Ancestor. Now, more than a year later, she has reached level forty-seven, not far from level fifty.

Based on Shui Bing'er's cultivation speed, she will most likely be able to break through level 50 by the age of eighteen. This talent fragment is not as good as Ma Hongjun and others who have taken Immortal Grade Pill, but it has indeed surpassed the three Golden Generation of the Spirit Hall.

Looking across the entire continent, Shui Bing'er's talent is perhaps the truly top-tier one.

She's even old enough to participate in the next competition, and she'll only be twenty-one years old then. But by then, Shui Bing'er might already have at least level fifty-five or higher. This kind of talent is absolutely rare in this era. Even Tang Hao in his youth couldn't be more exceptional.

Therefore, from this perspective, Shui Bing'er definitely has the potential to reach level 100 in the future. If she also has the abundant resources of the Sword Sect, her future achievements may not be inferior to Ma Hongjun's.

The more Oscar thought about it, the more he wanted to get to know this genius. If he could win this genius over, Oscar's team would gain another powerful member.

Upon seeing Xue Qingluan and Oscar, Shui Bing'er finished her cultivation and came to the two of them. "Teacher, Young Sect Master."

Shui Bing'er had naturally met Oscar before; she had been captivated by Oscar charm during the Soul Master Competition.

Oscar smiled and said, "Don't be so polite, junior. We're the same age. Although I've already graduated, you can call me Senior Student if you'd like."

Shui Bing'er looked at the handsome, dashing, and warm Oscar and gave him a sweet smile, "Senior Student."

Oscar smiled and agreed, while Xue Qingluan smiled as well, "It seems you two know each other, so I don't need to introduce you."

Afterwards, Xue Qingluan led the two to a pavilion to sit down. Xue Qingluan originally did not intend to tell her about Xu Que, but now that she wanted to make her willingly go to the Sword Sect, she had to tell her.

After hesitating for a moment, Xue Qingluan revealed the whole story. After learning all the details, Shui Bing'er couldn't help but burst into tears.

"Teacher, thank you. I thought you were sighing all day because you were reluctant to leave the academy, but I never imagined it was because of Bing'er..."

Shui Bing'er was very emotional. Even with Oscar beside her, she couldn't help but burst into tears. Her teacher had endured so much for her behind the scenes, and she didn't know how to repay him.

Xue Qingluan gently patted her back and comforted her softly, "Alright, everything has been resolved. You definitely can't stay at the academy any longer. How about this, you go to the Sword Sect with Xiao Ao today?"

Shui Bing'er shook her head, choking back tears. "I want to be with you, Teacher. Your wedding is in two months. How about Bing'er be your bridesmaid?"

Oscar's eyes lit up. "That's a good idea. Anyway, there are only two months. We can just have my junior and my Master's Wife come over then. We won't have to go through any trouble."

Xue Qingluan nodded upon hearing this. "Alright, I happen to have a lot to say to Bing'er."

Shui Bing'er suddenly asked, "Then can Yue'er and Father come with me?"

Xue Qingluan explained, "Bing'er also has a half-sister and his father. Shui Yuntian has made many contributions to the academy over the years. My original intention was to make him the dean of students, but now that this has happened, it's not good for him to stay."

Oscar thought for a moment and said, "No problem. Uncle and Junior Sister Yue'er can both go to the Shrek Academy to teach and study. What level is Uncle at now?"

Shui Bing'er replied, "Father just broke through to level 75, so he'll definitely be able to be a teacher."

Oscar was delighted upon hearing this. "A Soul Saint expert is always welcome anywhere. He won't be treated badly when he takes a position at the Shrek Academy."

Upon hearing this, Shui Bing'er thanked Oscar, saying, "Thank you, Senior Student. Bing'er have no way to repay you. From now on, I will definitely consider the Sword Sect my home."

Oscar waved his hand. "No need for that. We're all family now. Don't thank me. Your best effort in your cultivation is the greatest reward you can give to your Master's Wife and us."

Shui Bing'er nodded, her resolve growing stronger with each passing moment. Having gone through this experience, she understood perfectly that only absolute strength could free her from the control and dominance of others.

It was already evening when Oscar and his group left the academy. They found a hotel in Skywater City to rest for the night and planned to return to the Sword Sect the next day.

Late at night, the two elders completely dropped their pretense. "Xiao Ao, you did a great job today! Your teacher gives you a thumbs up."

Oscar smiled and said, "Poor teacher, you've been holding back for so long. Were you afraid your Master's Wife would notice something was amiss?"

Gai Yue gave a wry smile, "Although I haven't known Azure Luan for very long, we somehow have a great understanding. I'm afraid that if I show too much, she will notice something is wrong."

Oscar smiled and said, "It seems you and your Master's Wife are truly a match made in heaven, a perfect couple."

Gai Yue coughed and said, "Let's not talk about me. What do you think of that girl Shui Bing'er? I noticed the way she looked at you when she left. It was quite a look."

Oscar's face immediately darkened upon hearing this. "Teacher, don't talk nonsense. I only have my sister in my heart. If you try to play matchmaker, you'll get a beating from my sister."

Gai Yue smiled wryly upon hearing this. He naturally hoped that Oscar would remain loyal, but now that he was the heir to the sect, there were some things he was not in control of.

No matter what kind of relationship you want to maintain, family ties are always the most effective bond.

With the troublesome Xuan Ming Sect resolved, this matter can be considered temporarily over.

Furthermore, they not only gained the genius Shui Bing'er, but also a Soul Saint and the equally talented Shui Yue'er.

The team was not in a hurry to return, and it took them half a month to reach Heaven Dou City. Shortly after Oscar entered the city, a group of golden-armored soldiers arrived.

"Greetings, Sect Young Sect Master requests your presence." The leader in golden armor presented Xue Qinghe with his token.

Oscar was quite surprised by this; he hadn't expected Xue Qinghe to come looking for him at this time.

Oscar gave some instructions, telling the two elders to return directly to Mori City, while he himself followed the golden-armored soldiers to a magnificent garden.

Upon entering the garden, led by a servant, they arrived at a pavilion, where only Xue Qinghe was present.

He sat elegantly in the center of the pavilion, brewing tea in the gentle breeze. When he saw Oscar approaching, he immediately stood up.

"Xiao Ao, I apologize for inviting you here today, I hope you don't mind."

Oscar smiled slightly, "Brother Xue, you're too kind. Since you personally sent someone over, I naturally had to come."

The two took their seats, Xue Qinghe poured tea for Oscar. Oscar took the teacup, took a sip, and smiled brightly, "It seems that Brother Xue has remembered my taste. This tea is not only not bitter, but also incredibly sweet, like fine wine."

"If you like, bring some back with you." Xue Qinghe filled Oscar's cup again.

"I wonder what brings you here today, elder brother?"

Xue Qinghe put down the teapot. "My father knows about the happy occasion of your clan's Great Elder and the Dean of the Skywater Academy, so he invited you today to offer his congratulations."

Oscar raised an eyebrow. "You think inviting me here alone is as simple as it seems?"

"I knew I couldn't hide it from you." Xue Qinghe smiled. "Besides congratulating you today, I have a few things I'd like to ask you."

Oscar waved his hand. "As the Crown Prince, you have experienced far more than I have. Why would you need to ask me for advice?"

"Otherwise, you have already made a name for yourself in just over a year since you returned to the sect as consul. Your handling of many matters and diplomacy has impressed me greatly. In terms of ability, you are no less capable than your elder brother."

After a pause, Xue Qinghe sighed helplessly, "Moreover, in my current position, there are not many peers who can speak up for me. I would like to hear some of your advice."

Oscar, upon hearing this, no longer declined. "In that case, please speak, brother."

Xue Qinghe didn't keep them in suspense and went straight to the point. "Over the past year or so, many kingdoms and duchies under the Empire's rule have been behaving strangely, and have been in frequent contact with the Spirit Hall. Although they are in secret, I don't think this is a good thing. If you were in this situation, how would you handle it?"

Oscar's expression didn't change when he heard the question, but he was somewhat puzzled.

Oscar knew perfectly well that the other party was a spy from the Spirit Hall, so why did Xue Qinghe ask him this question?

Was he testing his attitude towards the Spirit Hall? Or was he simply curious to see how he would handle the situation?

Oscar didn't answer immediately, but instead asked, "What does Big Brother think of the Spirit Hall? Or do you have any thoughts on the Spirit Hall?"

Xue Qinghe was slightly taken aback, but after thinking for a moment, he replied, "As the leader of the Spirit Master World, the Spirit Hall is naturally not worth commenting on, but if they interfere in the affairs of the Empire, that is absolutely intolerable."

Oscar laughed upon hearing this, "In that case, doesn't Big Brother already have a solution?"

"The Spirit Hall commands Soul Master on the continent, and is undoubtedly the leader in the Spirit Master World. But now that they have begun to interfere in the affairs of the Empire, they are clearly ambitious. If it were me, I would never tolerate it."

Xue Qinghe nodded. "Then what do you think is the best course of action?"

Oscar thought for a moment, "First, send official letters to all the kingdoms and duchies, inviting princes from each country to enter Heaven Dou City as hostages under the guise of inspection or conferment of titles."

"Currently, the major kingdoms are only secretly contacting the Spirit Hall, so they don't seem to have any real intention to rebel. But if anyone disagrees, we can send a large army directly."

"The Empire must take swift and decisive action against such injuries."

Xue Qinghe nodded in agreement, saying, "With the protons, the commotion from other countries will subside. Then we can take them down one by one and solve the problem."

Oscar smiled and said, "That's right. Although the Spirit Hall commands Soul Master on the continent, it doesn't dare to clash with the Empire next year. Otherwise, its million-strong army wouldn't be to be underestimated."

Xue Qinghe smiled and said, "It seems that you and I have similar thoughts Xiao Ao."

"But besides the Empire, those Soul Master forces also seem to have close contact with the Spirit Hall. How should we deal with this?"

Oscar paused for a moment. "Then it depends on Big Brother's methods. No matter how powerful the Soul Master forces are, they still need to rely on the Empire to survive, otherwise they will be like those Hermit Sect who hope to live in seclusion."

Upon hearing this, Xue Qinghe glanced at Oscar and asked, "If the Spirit Hall were to negotiate with your sect at that time, what would you choose?"

Oscar and Xue Qinghe exchanged a glance. "Brother, what do you think the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect will choose?"

Xue Qinghe thought for a moment and said, "My teacher is like a father to me. I believe that the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect will stand firmly on the side of the Empire."

Oscar smiled and said, "Our Sword Sect has only recently emerged and is the least willing to see war break out. Therefore, we will not explicitly choose sides, but we will certainly not allow anyone with ulterior motives to start a war."

Upon hearing this, Xue Qinghe's brow twitched. "Hehe, I understand what you mean."

Then Oscar left, and the two of them drank tea and chatted for a while, but that was the end of it.

Oscar was a little dazed when he left. That's it?

After Oscar left, countless golden snakes emerged from every corner of the pavilion, transforming into a tall man. A giant Pufferfish slowly appeared in the water, transforming into a burly giant.

Xue Qinghe took a sip of tea. "What do you two uncles think?"

Snake Lance Douluo glanced at Oscar's departing figure and said, "Young Master, I don't know if it's just my imagination, but I have a feeling that he has discovered us."

The Pufferfish echoed, "I feel the same way."

Xue Qinghe raised an eyebrow. "How is that possible? No matter how talented he is, only a little over a year has passed. At most, he's at the Soul Emperor level. How could he possibly have noticed you?"

Snake Lance Douluo was silent for a moment. "If it were just me, it might be an illusion, but the Pufferfish also has this feeling."

The Porcupinefish Douluo in. "Although it was only for a moment, it was indeed true."

Xue Qinghe found this unbelievable. "Could it be because he absorbed that Spirit Gathering Wisdom Skull?"

The Snake Lance Douluo wasn't focused on that. "Young Master, the most important thing right now is your identity! What if he notices something..."

Xue Qinghe interrupted the Snake Lance: "Uncle Yu is overthinking it. Although the Empire does not have Titled Douluo in the next year, how could his Sword Sect know the Empire's secrets? Even if he has some doubts, it will not have much impact on the current situation."

"On the contrary, his ideas may become an obstacle to our unification of the continent."

P. S.: Typos will be corrected first and then fixed later.