Dinner with Tang Ya, Bei Bei's Depression

"Then thank you, Sect Master~" Ye Chen smiled faintly as he accepted it.

Something free was still something free.

Getting free stuff from Tang San just to disgust Tang San—just thinking about it was exciting.

Moreover, Ye Chen felt that if hidden weapons were combined with his first martial soul, "Silver Needle," the results should be formidable.

At the same time, cultivating the Tang Sect's secret arts would also help him earn Tang Ya's trust and affection. Nothing but benefits.

"Right, I haven't checked in yet..."

Ye Chen seemed to recall something and immediately chose to check in.

Check-in successful. Congratulations, Host, for obtaining the talent "Heaven-Defying Comprehension."

Heaven-Defying Comprehension: You can effortlessly master all cultivation techniques and spells. Comprehension +10000.

"This system really is great. What perfect timing. With this boost to my comprehension, I should be able to cultivate every technique to max level very quickly!"

Ye Chen's mood instantly improved when he saw the reward.

Tang Ya truly was a treasure—she gave him cultivation techniques and rewards alike.

Well, it would be even better if she gave herself to him...

As he thought this, Ye Chen's gaze swept over Tang Ya.

Tang Ya was already very beautiful, and with her high ponytail, she perfectly embodied the standard image of an academy senior.

Ma Xiaotao was a busty mature beauty.

Tang Ya was a petite busty senior.

Each had her own charm.

As for Bei Bei...

Bei Bei had merely taken advantage of Tang Ya's most vulnerable moment, entering her heart under Mu En's guidance.

Tang Ya might have feelings for Bei Bei, but they had definitely not reached the level of deep love.

Tang Ya's entire family had been exterminated, and she alone had escaped.

Mu En received the news immediately and sent Bei Bei to "run into" Tang Ya.

At that time, Tang Ya's heart was already dead. Forget Bei Bei—even if it had been any somewhat gentle, kind, and powerful boy, there was a ninety-nine percent chance he could have won Tang Ya's heart.

Ye Chen even suspected that Mu En had deliberately arranged all of it...

After all, Mu En was no philanthropist.

Back then, in order to make Zhang Lexuan into Bei Bei's child bride, he casually wiped out an entire noble family and helped Zhang Lexuan avenge herself.

Ye Chen had always believed in one principle—none of those who could become Title Douluo were decent people.

If a Title Douluo wanted you dead, it did not matter whether you were innocent. They would kill you without the slightest hesitation.

"Junior, what are you thinking about?" Seeing Ye Chen suddenly space out, Tang Ya waved a hand before his face.

Because she had leaned so close, the fragrant breeze carrying her scent also washed over Ye Chen.

"Nothing~"

Breathing in the faint, elegant fragrance at the tip of his nose, Ye Chen smiled and said, "Senior, are you free today? Since I've joined the Tang Sect, it's only right that I treat you to a meal."

Although this was a different world, treating someone to food and drinks was still one of the fastest ways to build a relationship.

"No, no, I should be the one treating you~"

Tang Ya smiled sweetly, then said, "Also, my name is Tang Ya. Usually, you can call me Sister Xiaoya, but when we're working, you have to address me by my position~"

"Got it, Tang Plant... ah, no, Sister Xiaoya~" Ye Chen chuckled.

"You rascal~"

Tang Ya shot Ye Chen a coquettish glare, then said, "All right, all right, let's go. I'll take you somewhere delicious~ After we eat, I'll introduce you to the other two members of our Tang Sect. You've met one of them already—Junior Yuhao. The other is my... mm, my classmate, Bei Bei."

For some reason, Tang Ya suddenly did not want Ye Chen to know about her relationship with Bei Bei.

In truth, Bei Bei had never properly confessed to her, and they had never officially established a romantic relationship.

It was merely an unspoken understanding between them; both had tacitly accepted that they were a couple.

Besides, for this meal, she did not particularly want to invite Bei Bei and Huo Yuhao along...

After all, this was a meal between the Tang Sect Master and Vice Sect Master. Bei Bei and Huo Yuhao were merely ordinary Tang Sect disciples, so naturally they were not qualified to join them at the table.

At that moment, outside Shrek Academy's gates, a handsome young man in an academy uniform hurried over to Huo Yuhao's stall, his face filled with anxiety.

The newcomer was none other than Bei Bei.

"Yuhao, have you seen Xiaoya?"

Bei Bei seemed to have something to discuss with Tang Ya, but when he could not find her, he came to Huo Yuhao instead.

Today was the anniversary of his first meeting with Tang Ya.

On such an important day, he naturally wanted to have a Candlelight Dinner with Tang Ya, drink a little wine, and so on.

But he had searched all the dormitories and asked Tang Ya's classmates, yet he still could not find her.

Normally, Tang Ya would be helping sell Grilled Fish at Huo Yuhao's stall around this time, sneaking a few bites for herself along the way.

Yet she was not here today. That was rather strange...

"Eh, I don't know. Teacher Xiaoya was just here a moment ago, wasn't she?"

Huo Yuhao looked around and, seeing no sign of Tang Ya, scratched his head subconsciously.

He had been too focused on grilling fish just now and had not paid attention to Tang Ya at all.

"Then I'll look somewhere else." Upon hearing that, Bei Bei turned and left.

"Hey, just now..."

Huo Yuhao had just been about to say something when Bei Bei had already vanished from sight.

"Sigh."

Huo Yuhao let out a sigh.

He had actually wanted to say that Tang Ya seemed to have left with Ye Chen just now.

But Bei Bei had left too quickly for him to get the words out.

Still, telling Bei Bei would not have helped, since he did not know where Ye Chen and Tang Ya had gone either.

Meanwhile.

Shrek City, Seven Treasures Hotel.

Thanks to Ning Tian, Ye Chen had become a Diamond VIP at the Seven Treasures Hotel. All expenses were half price, and... all expenses could be charged to the account, with Ning Tian paying the bill.

Though it did make him seem like he was living off a woman, Ye Chen gladly accepted.

His stomach had been weak since childhood. The doctor had said he should eat more soft rice.

"Ye Chen, this hotel is so expensive..."

When Tang Ya saw Ye Chen bring her to the Seven Treasures Hotel, she immediately hesitated.

She regretted offering to treat him. Wouldn't one meal here wipe out an entire month of her income?

All the money she had now was part of the assets her parents had left her. It was meant to rebuild the Tang Sect, not to be spent like this...

"Don't worry, Sister Xiaoya. I'm a Diamond VIP at this hotel, so everything is half price. I'll treat you to this meal."

Ye Chen smiled.

"Ah, that wouldn't be right..." Tang Ya felt a little embarrassed. How could she let the Vice Sect Master treat her...

"I've only just joined the Tang Sect, so I'll need Sect Master Tang to guide me in the future. It's only right that I treat you this time." Ye Chen gave Tang Ya an excuse.

"Mhm~ All right then~"

Only then did Tang Ya feel more at ease. Patting her chest, she promised, "If there's ever anything you don't understand about cultivating the Mysterious Heaven Skill or the Tang Sect's secret arts, just ask me. I'll definitely explain it to you carefully~"

"Then I'll have to trouble you, Sister Xiaoya~" Ye Chen smiled faintly.

"Don't say that. You're already the Tang Sect Vice Sect Master, so of course I have to take good care of you~" Tang Ya said somewhat bashfully.

After sincerely exchanging a round of polite pleasantries, the two entered the VIP Room.

Before long, all kinds of exquisite delicacies were served.

Tang Ya had never seen these dishes before, and neither had Ye Chen.

The atmosphere in the room was excellent, and their conversation gradually deepened...