Time flew like an arrow, the sun and moon shuttled past, and ten years had gone by in the blink of an eye.
Within the Que Luo Immortal Abode at the Incense Accumulation Sect's mountain headquarters, a teacher in blue robes held a textbook as he taught Yan Ji knowledge far beyond the Academy's syllabus.
Calm and graceful, Yan Ji listened attentively, building up her foundations just as she always had.
Whenever something puzzled her, she asked in a clear, pleasing voice and immediately received an answer.
A little under an hour later.
"That concludes today's lesson, Miss Yan. Once you return, you can read through this book carefully. In the latter part of the month, we'll discuss the various changes produced by mixing incense essences."
"Thank you, teacher. I understand."
Yan Ji spoke politely, though her expression remained composed.
Highly satisfied, the teacher rose and left the room.
"Teacher Yang, have you finished? We've prepared tea and refreshments. Please stay for a while."
Several attendants were already waiting outside to serve him and the other teachers who had taught that day.
Their duties did not end once they finished teaching Yan Ji. They also had to compile the material covered into booklets and place them on record.
Beforehand, they had to prepare lesson plans and teaching notes, submit applications, and complete every other required procedure.
Although the rules were somewhat cumbersome and consumed considerable time and energy, the compensation was exceptionally generous.
Hu Gou had never shortchanged them in either pay or courtesy. Thus, although they felt there were too many rules and their employers were difficult to serve, they swallowed it all as sweet as honey.
"Fellow Daoist Yang, have you finished today's lessons?"
"Yes. Are you still busy, Fellow Daoist Han?"
"Heh, I've nearly finished organizing the