Let Those Who Would Ferry Others Across First Ferry Themselves
As a senior renowned figure, Fu Qian was already acting outside the rules of his own accord. He had no intention of making things difficult for anyone.
It was only polite to offer a solution at the same time as making a request.
"Please wait a moment."
After sneaking a glance at Veil beside him, the stunned gatekeeper went through a brief inner struggle. In the end, he decided against making a pointless stand on principle.
"Please come in."
After asking Fu Qian and Veil to wait a little, he handled the request with impressive efficiency.
When he returned, his expression was complicated, but he didn't dawdle. He opened the door briskly and decisively.
"Dean Li said you and your friend are welcome to look around."
"Thanks for your effort."
Brother Wei Xuan really knew how to do things.
Praising him inwardly, Fu Qian thanked the gatekeeper warmly, then gestured to Veil.
Wasn't his influence a little too great...?
The vast interior of the Sword Pavilion was just as it had been the last time Fu Qian visited, filled with the chilling presence of sharp weapons.
Yet with such a rare opportunity before her, Veil, the female swordswoman who had been granted special access, found it hard to focus on the swords around her.
It felt a little strange, but Professor Fu's words from earlier were becoming harder and harder to dispute.
Had she encountered the legendary stroke of fortune today?
Yes and no.
"Make the most of your time."
Fu Qian understood the meaning of the look she gave him. He blinked and offered a reminder.
Of course, their meeting hadn't been a coincidence. He'd noticed Veil's hesitant figure and slowed down to wait for her.
He had