The weekend was brief.
After Xu Yue absorbed the soul spirit, tested the Self Martial Soul Fusion Skill, and woke from his coma, only one night remained.
He checked his communicator and found quite a few unread messages, all from Mu Xi, Xu Xiaoyan, Ye Xinglan, and Yan Xue, asking why he had not returned to the dorm over the weekend and whether he was all right.
Gu Yue had already replied for him, only vaguely saying that he had something to handle at the Spirit Pagoda and would be delayed for a day or two.
"Teacher, I should return to the academy."
Early the next morning, Xu Yue spoke to Leng Yaozhu.
Clear disapproval showed on Leng Yaozhu's breathtakingly beautiful face, her phoenix eyes filled with concern.
"Your body hasn't fully recovered, and your Soul Power fluctuations are still somewhat unstable. You should rest for another couple of days."
"As for Shrek, it doesn't matter if you go or not. The deal with Yun Ming has already been settled, so whether you attend that academy makes no difference."
Her tone was more direct than usual, even carrying a hint of unquestionable authority.
After Xu Yue's coma, the concern in her heart seemed to have become more openly displayed.
Xu Yue shook his head, his tone gentle but firm.
"Teacher, I'm fine. I just overexerted myself. A little rest will be enough."
Leng Yaozhu looked at his still somewhat pale face and wanted to persuade him further, but seeing the determination in Xu Yue's eyes, she ultimately only sighed and reached out to straighten his collar.
"...All right, then. Take care of yourself. If you feel unwell in any way, contact me immediately, or just come back."
"Mm, I understand, Teacher."
Xu Yue nodded in agreement.
In the end, Xu