"..."
Lin Daiyu's heart tightened again when she heard Jia Zheng mention her master.
Of course she knew her second uncle's worries weren't unfounded. Her master really... really was far too much trouble.
So she thought it over, then pressed her lips together slightly and said in a shy, quiet voice:
"Don't worry, Uncle. Master..."
"She hasn't been causing much trouble these past few days. She just sleeps in the courtyard every day, eats snacks, and occasionally goes out for a stroll around Divine Capital. She hasn't... caused any more trouble."
"When I get back, I'll naturally... try to persuade her again."
Honestly, even she didn't sound very convincing.
After all, if her troublesome little girl of an immortal master were willing to listen to Lin Daiyu, the sun would probably have to rise in the west!
"Haah—!"
Jia Zheng had clearly caught the meaning behind Daiyu's words, so all he could do was give a bitter smile, sigh deeply, and wave his hand.
Then, as if unwilling to talk any further about the immortal who gave him such a headache, he changed the subject, his tone turning gentle:
"Never mind!"
"Just remember this."
"Since the Heavenly Emperor is wise and has chosen not to pursue the matter, you needn't keep worrying about it."
"What's past is past. Set your mind at ease, and study and cultivate at home. Prepare for the White Jade Capital palace examination two years from now."
"That is the right path for you, and the future of both your Lin Family and our Jia Family depends on it. Don't let other matters distract you and ruin your prospects!"
"Remember that! Remember!"
At the mention of the palace examination, a hint of embarrassment and shyness crossed Lin Daiyu's face.
But she didn't dare let it show