A Taste After Many Years

In the open space enclosed by flowerbeds.

Ye Qiu transformed, roaring at Tang San, his expression somewhat ferocious. The muscles on his body bulged with explosive power, like a wild beast.

Puff!

Ye Qiu once again used brute force to break through Tang San's Blue Silver Binding, taking a blow to the chest from the Profound Jade Hand. His body, however, turned into soft liquid, absorbing and dissipating the force, leaving him completely still. He opened his large hand and swiped at Tang San.

"Ye Qiu, your defense is indeed quite good." Tang San, treading the Ghost Shadow Perplexing Track, quickly dodged.

"Of course, otherwise, my cultivation wouldn't have improved for nothing, right?" Ye Qiu said with a smile, patting his chest. His second Soul Ring lit up beneath his feet.

Swish!

Black tentacles immediately grew from Tang San's body, continuously entangling him and devouring his Soul Power, growing wildly.

"It's not just you who can parasitize!"

Tang San smiled, not in a hurry. He knew this was Ye Qiu's second Soul Skill, a parasitic ability similar to his own.

As his voice fell, Blue Silver Grass began to grow on Ye Qiu's body.

After multiple battles, Tang San knew how to deal with Ye Qiu's attacks. His Soul Power surged and churned, and it took a considerable amount to break free from Ye Qiu's entanglement. Tang San had to admit that Ye Qiu's Martial Soul and Soul Skills were superior to his own.

While Tang San was breaking free, Ye Qiu had already torn apart the Blue Silver Grass and charged in front of him.

"I'm not fighting anymore. I have to travel tomorrow." Tang San's breathing was slightly hurried. Seeing Ye Qiu charging at him, he hastily waved his hand.

"Alright! Then I'll let you off today." Ye Qiu smiled triumphantly and dispelled his Martial Soul Avatar.

Tang San said indignantly, "Hey, what do you mean 'I let you off'? If I were serious, you might not have been able to do anything to me."

"Ah, yes, yes, yes, our little San is still hiding his strength. I know." Ye Qiu nodded perfunctorily, smiling and patting Tang San's shoulder. "If there's a chance, let me see it, okay?"

"There will be a chance."

Tang San smiled. He wasn't annoyed by Ye Qiu's underestimation. Showing off deliberately was the lowest form of skill; only by revealing one's strength at a crucial moment could one leave a deep impression and win hearts.

"Then I'll be looking forward to it."

Ye Qiu didn't care what Tang San thought. He turned and walked towards the Seventh Dorm.

Since Ye Qiu's cultivation surpassed Tang San's, their spar, which was evenly matched at the beginning, had gradually tilted in Ye Qiu's favor, and the gap was widening.

The control ability of Blue Silver Grass was indeed good, but its restriction on Ye Qiu was limited. Moreover, Ye Qiu's Venom naturally grew tentacles. Entanglement was not a skill he couldn't replicate.

As for Tang San's Ghost Shadow Perplexing Track, it seemed insufficient in the face of Ye Qiu's powerful perception. In close-quarters combat, Ye Qiu was even less afraid.

As for hidden weapons, Tang San hadn't used them on him yet.

"Ye Qiu, I'm going to see Teacher Old Jack."

"Mm, go ahead."

Ye Qiu didn't look back. He wasn't particularly curious about Tang San going to Yu Xiaogang; it was probably just to have Tang San bring back some books for him to read during the holidays.

In the Seventh Dorm, Xiao Wu had already packed her belongings. She was sitting on the edge of the bed, patting the quilt and cursing Ye Qiu, sulking.

"I say, it's just a holiday away, do you have to hate me this much?" Ye Qiu's teasing yet helpless voice sounded behind her.

Xiao Wu turned her head, her face full of displeasure. She snorted coldly and ignored Ye Qiu.

Ye Qiu smiled, disregarding her reaction, and placed the prepared package into Xiao Wu's hands.

"Here, this is the Gold Soul Coin I prepared. Please help me deliver it to Grandpa Jack. You know where the house key is. Oh, and there are my leftover candies inside, consider them your reward."

"Who cares about your candy? I don't need any reward." Xiao Wu glared at Ye Qiu and, with a sullen face, stuffed the items into her bag.

"If you don't want a reward, then consider it a gift from me." Ye Qiu smiled indifferently, sat on the edge of the bed, and cupped Xiao Wu's face.

"You, what are you doing? Let go of Sister Xiao Wu." Xiao Wu struggled, shaking her head vigorously, but Ye Qiu held her face firmly. As she looked at Ye Qiu leaning closer, she slowly stopped struggling.

"Do you remember what I told you? Don't get too close to him, understand?" Ye Qiu said with a serious and earnest expression.

"No. I don't want to listen to you." Xiao Wu shook her head angrily.

"..." Ye Qiu's dark eyes narrowed, a hint of displeasure in his heart. He looked at Xiao Wu calmly and asked, "Are you serious?"

As he spoke, the grip on his hand tightened considerably.

"I..." Seeing Ye Qiu's expressionless face, Xiao Wu, who had intended to be stubborn, immediately felt a pang of panic. She grabbed Ye Qiu's sleeve and explained, "I was joking, really..."

"You better be joking. Otherwise, when I go out this time, I'm not coming back." Ye Qiu smiled and ruffled Xiao Wu's cheek. If Xiao Wu didn't heed his warning and acted recklessly, what would be the point of him returning?

"No, I was really joking. I remember what you said. I definitely won't get too close to him." Xiao Wu looked at Ye Qiu. She could tell Ye Qiu wasn't joking, and her face turned a little pale. She hastily corrected herself.

"Heh, it's good that you remember. I won't harm you. I will protect you, understand?" Ye Qiu chuckled softly and rubbed her still baby-faced cheek.

Hearing Ye Qiu's words, a watery sheen seemed to appear in Xiao Wu's crimson eyes, her face felt hot and flushed. Her small hands clutched Ye Qiu's clothes tightly, and she declared solemnly, "I, I will protect you too. Whoever opposes you, Sister Xiao Wu will beat them up~ Really!"

"Haha. What a silly rabbit."

Ye Qiu burst into laughter. Such a love-struck fool was also good; he liked it very much. Looking at her pretty face, Ye Qiu couldn't help but lean in slowly and capture the sweet, soft lips he hadn't tasted in years.

Xiao Wu stared blankly, her eyes brimming with affection. Her red lips, which she had been biting lightly, parted slightly, meeting Ye Qiu's.

This was their third encounter.

Five years had passed since Ye Qiu took the initiative, and four years since she did. Was Ye Qiu going to be his girlfriend?

Feeling the moisture and movement on her lips, Xiao Wu's long eyelashes fluttered. She looked at Ye Qiu before her, joy in her eyes. She really liked this.

The next morning.

Ye Qiu and Xiao Wu said goodbye at the entrance of Notting Academy.

Xiao Wu's face no longer held its previous unhappiness. Perhaps it was because of last night, or perhaps because Ye Qiu had teased her again before parting, giving her a light kiss.

Wishing everyone a pleasant life!