"What are you looking at!" Xiao Yan glared slightly, making Dan Chen retreat a couple of steps involuntarily.
"Heh heh." Xiao Yan slowly walked in front of Dan Chen, a mischievous grin on his face as he looked at her.
For every step he took forward, Dan Chen retreated one step. Eventually, the young girl was cornered against the wall.
"Little wife, why aren't you rushing home? What are you doing watching me? Do you miss me?" Xiao Yan supported himself with one hand against the wall, his eyes fixed on Dan Chen's pretty peach blossom eyes.
At that moment, a flush of pink began to spread across Dan Chen's neck again, rising like a thermometer to her face.
She nodded, then shook her head, her mind momentarily blank. She could only say with a blushing face, "No, I don't."
"You silly goose." Xiao Yan was immediately amused by her, and couldn't resist reaching out to gently scratch her cute little nose. Although the feeling of soul-shocking was a bit unpleasant, watching her slightly furrow her brows but not dare to resist was truly adorable.
"Shall I walk you home?" Xiao Yan looked at her.
Dan Chen hesitated for a moment before nodding her head with a red face, "You, you mustn't be naughty?"
"Causing trouble? I, Xiao Yan, am a righteous gentleman, just like my teacher. How could I possibly cause trouble?" Xiao Yan said, his face stern.
Dan Chen's small face was filled with disbelief, but she still chose to walk with Xiao Yan.
The first stirrings of love in youth are always filled with magic. Whether it's a boy or a girl, almost no one can escape this black hole. Even knowing that danger lies ahead, they can't help but rush towards it like moths to a flame.
"Why didn't you use three types of Beast Fire when you were refining the Three-Patterned Azure Spirit Pill? With your Soul Strength, you should be able to handle the transitions of three Beast Fires."
Walking along the road, Xiao Yan changed from his usual flippant demeanor and began seriously discussing alchemy with Dan Chen.
"I, I was afraid that adding another one would lead to failure, so I played it safe." When alchemy was mentioned, Dan Chen shed her usual shyness and a glimmer of light shone in her gem-like eyes.
Xiao Yan took everything in, his face unchanged, and he continued to smile warmly as he discussed some alchemy-related issues with the girl.
Dan Chen's Soul Strength was actually not inferior to Cao Ying's, it was just that her Dou Qi cultivation was a bit behind. Of course, this was also related to her conservative personality.
Cao Ying was the type who had always sailed smoothly through life, from childhood onward. She was strong-willed and took a bold, aggressive approach to things.
In contrast, Dan Chen's introverted personality led her to be consistently cautious and careful in her actions.
Xiao Yan was different. He was audacious, meticulous, and thick-skinned, willing to use any means necessary to achieve his goals – a classic example of a Machiavellian personality.
"Actually, I think that if we use Snow Moon Clarity to replace the Dust-Washing Grass in the Imperial Extreme Pill's refinement, it won't just have no negative impact, but could also increase the success rate and quality of the pills."
Along the way, the usually reserved Dan Chen surprisingly became the main speaker, while Xiao Yan only chimed in occasionally, his words few but often hitting the mark.
"He's really bad, but he's also really amazing." Dan Chen said, looking up at the young man's handsome face, which held a hint of roguish charm.
For some reason, she felt a strange heat rising to her cheeks.
"Snow Moon Clarity would definitely improve the Imperial Extreme Pill's effects, but don't forget how expensive it is. It costs almost as much as a Grade 6 magical beast's core."
Speaking, Xiao Yan stopped, smiled, and glanced at Dan Chen. "We're here."
"Huh?" Dan Chen stared at the familiar mansion in front of her, startled, seemingly surprised at how quickly time had passed. Her pretty face showed a hint of reluctance as she nodded. "Oh!"
Silly girl, you're doomed. You're falling in love! Xiao Yan thought to himself, smiling. "See you tomorrow, little wife!"
With that, he turned and walked away without hesitation.
"See you tomorrow." Dan Chen's face flushed, and her lips moved slightly as she whispered, barely audible.
Only after watching Xiao Yan's figure disappear from sight did she turn and walk through the gate.
"What, what's going on?" The Dueling King guarding the gate wore a bewildered expression.
This young man had only known the young miss for about ten days, and this was only the third time he'd come to the Dan Residence. How, how could he call her his wife?
And judging by the young miss's expression, she seemed to feel nothing but shyness.
Ah, young love, the Dueling King thought to himself.
The next morning, the young people had arrived early in a classroom specially set aside in the Dan Tower.
"Who's the class monitor? Come and take roll call," a young man not much older than Ye Zhong said. He was only about twenty years old, but his alchemist robe bore the emblem of a Grade 6 Alchemist.
His youthful face was barely handsome, and his expression held a hint of arrogance. However, his gaze towards Cao Ying was subtly passionate.
"Yes, Teacher Song Qing," Ye Zhong nodded to the young man.
Song Qing was only two years older than him, but he was already a Grade 6 peak alchemist, rumored to reach Grade 7 within three years.
It was said that he was a disciple of the Dan Tower's Grand Elder, his talent second only to Cao Ying's within the Dan Tower. He had the potential to become the youngest elder of the current generation of the Dan Tower and even the next giant.
Song Qing was still a Grade 6 peak alchemist, so he wasn't at the level of a teaching instructor, but due to his deep qualifications and the Dan Tower's focus on cultivating him, he held the position of teaching assistant.
Responsible for managing some of the miscellaneous affairs of this class.
"Cao Ying, Que Peng, Zong Tu. Dan Chen, Shi Hao. Xiao Yan."
"Xiao Yan?" Ye Zhong called out again, but found Xiao Yan wasn't present.
"What's going on with this guy?" A bead of sweat appeared on Ye Zhong's forehead, as he could already sense Song Qing's furrowed brow nearby.
Just as he was thinking this, the doors opened, and Xiao Yan walked in, now wearing a black robe.
The moment he entered, several girls' eyes lit up.
When Xiao Yan wore a white robe, he always exuded a sense of sunshine and nobility, with a strong youthful vibe. But now, in the black robe, he had a mysterious, profound aura. Coupled with the hint of a roguish charm on his face, he looked rather captivating.
"Brother Xiao Yan, you're finally here." Seeing Xiao Yan walk in, Ye Zhong breathed a sigh of relief.
"Sorry, sorry, I'm late," Xiao Yan said, though his face betrayed no remorse. He was just the last one to arrive, not technically late.
Song Qing frowned at Xiao Yan.
"Flaunting your arrogance, you're asking for trouble!"
However, maintaining his composure, he said calmly, "Since everyone's here, find a place to sit."
The students scattered to find seats. Xiao Yan casually chose a spot, intending to greet Dan Chen and invite her over. But then, Cao Ying, swaying her alluring waist, approached.
"Oh ho, what brings Miss Cao to my humble seat?" Xiao Yan joked, crossing his legs.
He noticed a playful glint in Cao Ying's eyes as she sat down. "Brother Xiao Yan's alchemy skills are outstanding, of course, I must come to learn from you."
"Something's off, this woman's not right." Xiao Yan was pondering what felt wrong when he felt a cold gaze fix on him. He looked up and saw the assistant instructor, Song Qing, staring at him.
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