"Hm?"
Jiang Yunzhou raised a brow. After thinking for a moment, he began laying out his grand reasoning. "Xiao Wu, if you don't even know how to cherish yourself, what right do you have to expect others to understand and tolerate you?"
"You are you. You don't need to explain yourself to anyone, including me."
"Let the past stay in the past. People need to live in the present. Understand?"
Xiao Wu was moved once again, experiencing what true understanding and acceptance felt like.
Could she really let go of the past and begin her life anew?
She could. Teacher said people had to live in the present, and Teacher would definitely help her.
At that thought, it seemed as though something within her suddenly became clear.
Heavens, this man's body was so hard, yet his heart was so soft and warm. How could someone be this good?
The lingering conflict and unease in her heart were once again gently swept away by Jiang Yunzhou's few simple words.
"Alright, go back. Since you've made your decision, say goodbye to the past."
"Could... could you come with me?"
"No."
Jiang Yunzhou refused without hesitation. "You have to face this alone. Go on. Let me see your determination."
Xiao Wu understood.
Some roads could only be walked alone.
She nodded, then turned and headed toward Shilaike Academy.
Jiang Yunzhou, meanwhile, returned to Supreme Academy, though his gaze never truly left the other side.
Distracted and uneasy, Xiao Wu arrived outside Tang San's dormitory. She raised her hand several times, but never found the courage to knock.
Just as she gathered her courage once more, Tang San's voice suddenly came from behind her.
"Xiao Wu? Were you looking for me?"
Xiao Wu jumped at the sound. How did this person walk without making