Chapter 67

"WHAT? Chen Wang and Chang Cheng were beaten and are now lying in bed." Sun Yan suddenly stood up, his face cold, and asked, "Lingxue, how badly are they hurt?"

Anger surged in his heart. He and Chen Wang were the best of friends, and he and Chang Cheng shared a similar temperament. Upon hearing that his good friends were beaten and lying in bed, he knew their injuries must be serious, and he could no longer remain calm.

A smile appeared in Feng Lingxue's eyes. "Don't get angry, calm down. They were beaten in a duel. They were outmatched and lost without a word to say. Besides, they were the ones who initiated the duel, so they have no reason to complain."

"Uh..." Sun Yan was taken aback. "What exactly happened?"

As Feng Lingxue slowly explained, Sun Yan and the others finally understood.

The Elite Division was divided into three academies: Donghuang, Qianlong, and Xieao. Although the students of the three academies belonged to the same Elite Division, they were always in healthy competition, and private duels were common.

In this year's batch of new students in the Elite Division, Qianlong Academy had the strongest overall strength. Although the school had not yet determined the list of seed students, six students from Qianlong Academy had already stood out and were considered among the top 100 most promising new students in the academy's history.

Each year, only 1-2 students from the three academies could make it into the top 100 most promising new students. This year, Qianlong Academy had 6 students on the list, which showed the strength of this year's batch and the trend of surpassing the other two elite academies.

On the first day of school, Chang Cheng's fighting spirit soared, and he dragged Chen Wang to Qianlong Academy, intending to challenge all the new students there.

Such a bold move did not go unnoticed by the new students of Qianlong Academy. Two talented students, Bai Zuwu and Feng Zhiming, accepted the challenge. Both of them defeated Chen Wang and Chang Cheng within ten moves.

After hearing the story, Sun Yan's face turned black, and he sighed inwardly. They had not only failed in their challenge but were also beaten up. No wonder Feng Lingxue had kept it a secret.

"Bai Zuwu, Feng Zhiming."

Sun Yan silently remembered these two names. Although Chen Wang and Chang Cheng were outmatched, as a friend, he would have to settle the score in the future.

Feng Lingxue suddenly said, "Starting tomorrow, the Elite Division will begin its closed training. In ten days, we will head to the Fengtuo Star's academy training base for a 100-day special training. I came today to say goodbye to you all."

"Oh, the special training for the outstanding new students in the Elite Division? Most of the outstanding students in the Elite Division will go. Competition is what drives progress!"

Uncle Tieshao, who clearly understood, smiled and said, "Feng, you must work hard. Students who perform well in the special training will receive at least 100 credits."

Sun Yan was slightly stunned. At this moment, he finally understood the difference between the Elite Division and the regular division. Such special training for outstanding students was something the regular division did not have.

However, thinking about being separated from his three good friends for more than three months, Sun Yan felt a bit reluctant. But he said, "Let Chen Wang and Chang Cheng wait. When I come back, I'll beat them up so badly they'll be crying and peeing their pants."

Feng Lingxue smiled and softly said, "I'm leaving. Yan, work hard!"

"Don't go yet. Before you leave, let's hug and kiss goodbye."

"Go to hell!"

Feng Lingxue glared at him, stood up, and left with Shui Lianqing, who she seemed to have a great connection with. They always had a lot to talk about when they were together.

Mutong hurriedly returned to the Technology Academy. After entering Difeng Academy, this mischief-making friend had shaken off his lethargy from Nanying Academy. There were many like-minded technology geniuses here, and a group of seniors to guide him, which greatly ignited Mutong's passion.

Sun Yan sat for a while and then got up to say goodbye to Uncle Tieshao.

At this moment, Li Er came over and shyly said, "Yan, can I live in your building in the future?"

"Uh..." Sun Yan was taken aback and asked, "Why not stay in the dormitory? Don't forget, the dormitory area has a battle scar layout that is very helpful for cultivation."

From Feng Lingxue, Sun Yan had already learned the benefits of living in the dormitory. He didn't understand why Li Er wanted to live in his building.

Suddenly, Sun Yan realized, his face turned pale, and he shivered. "You wouldn't... wouldn't be..."

Could he be gay? Thinking of Li Er's shy behavior, Sun Yan was horrified. Please, I don't discriminate against such relationships, but don't involve me!

Beside him, Uncle Tieshao said, "Yan, let Li Er live in that building. It's his long-held wish."

Hearing Uncle Tieshao's serious tone, Sun Yan was stunned for a moment and then nodded in agreement.

Li Er smiled excitedly and said, "Thank you, thank you, Yan! I'll make breakfast from now on, and I'll take care of all the cleaning. I'll go pack my things right away."

Watching the tall figure of the young man run away, Sun Yan asked, puzzled, "Uncle Tieshao, why does Li Er insist on living in that building?"

"Because 10 years ago, the student who moved into Liuli Street 4444 was Li Er's brother."

"Li Er's brother." Sun Yan was shocked and asked, "Where is his brother now?"

Uncle Tieshao took a sip of wine and sighed, "He's dead."

"Dead?"

Sun Yan fell silent and said nothing.

Ding, ding, ding...

At this moment, the wind chime at the door suddenly rang, and the door was gently opened, revealing the beautiful figures of Feng Lingxue and Shui Lianqing, one elegant like a lily, the other charming and lovely.

Outside, the cold moonlight fell, like a silver veil draped over the shoulders of the two girls, creating a hazy, translucent feeling. The beauties under the moonlight stepping forward were like a beautiful painting.

This scene left not only Sun Yan but also Uncle Tieshao, who was holding a long pipe, speechless and staring with his mouth open, forgetting to smoke.

Standing at the door, Feng Lingxue blinked her beautiful eyes and complained, "Yan, why are you standing there like a statue? It's so late, are you going to let two girls go back alone?"

"Uh, okay, I'll take you." Sun Yan was stunned for a moment, then quickly reacted and agreed.

Behind him, Uncle Tieshao burst out laughing, "Hahaha, being young is great!" Hearing this, Sun Yan and Feng Lingxue ignored it, but Shui Lianqing, who was more reserved, blushed and glared at the old man.

...

On the bright and quiet Liuli Street, the street was wide enough for twelve hover cars to travel side by side. The road surface was a single piece, as if carved from a huge rock, smooth and natural, making people more convinced of the legend that the thousand-year-old academy was built by the Martial Ancestor himself.

Despite the height of summer, the altitude made the street feel cool, with a gentle breeze bringing a refreshing chill.

Walking out of Liuli Street, Sun Yan was sandwiched between Feng Lingxue and Shui Lianqing. The fragrance of the two girls wafted to his nose, making his head feel dizzy. He lowered his head and didn't speak, lost in thought.

On either side of Sun Yan, the two girls chatted about various topics, occasionally bursting into pleasant laughter, as if he were invisible.

Suddenly, Shui Lianqing's voice rang out, "Yan, what do you think? Yan, Yan..."

After being called several times, Sun Yan finally came to his senses and said blankly, "What? I have no opinion." Lifting his head, he saw the two girls' slightly angry expressions.

Feng Lingxue smiled slyly, "Yan, which of our feet do you think looks better?"

"They both look great!" Sun Yan blurted out, then immediately realized his mistake, breaking out in a cold sweat. He inwardly sighed, women's sixth sense is indeed sharp. I just glanced at their feet, and they noticed.

"Hmph! Can't you be serious?" Feng Lingxue scolded.

Sun Yan scratched his head, feeling helpless. To be honest, he wasn't really lecherous; he just appreciated beauty. Of course, no one would believe him if he said that.

For a moment, the three of them were silent, walking quietly down the road toward the Elite Division.

After walking for a while, Feng Lingxue suddenly said, "Yan, do you know my father?"

"Huh? Your father, Lingxue?" Sun Yan was taken aback and shook his head. "I don't know. Is he the head of your Feng family?"

Hearing this, Shui Lianqing was surprised. "You don't know? General Feng Zhen, my family says he might be promoted to major general within ten years. He's one of the key figures in the Fifth Army Group."

"Major general? Key figure in the Fifth Army Group?" Sun Yan was speechless, then laughed. "Lingxue, congratulations! Are you planning a celebration?"

Feng Lingxue glared at him, but a smile appeared at the corner of her mouth. This young man was unique; he never felt inferior because of his friend's prestigious background, nor did he show superiority because of his friend's ordinariness.

"I'm not talking about that. I'm talking about my father's past." Feng Lingxue shook her head, her eyes filled with memories. "When I was four, my father brought my mother and me back to the Feng family. From then on, my ordinary life was gone. When we first entered the Feng family, my father faced many challenges. Some questioned his abilities, some mocked his past, and some ridiculed my mother for being too ordinary. Those days were very difficult, every step was a struggle."

"To protect my mother and me from interference, my father chose to join the military, and we moved out. However, this period didn't last long. Three years later, my father was promoted to major in the Fifth Army Group and became the acting commander of the 349th Division. From that day on, my life changed completely. The Feng family welcomed my mother and me back home, and half a year later, my grandfather persuaded my father to take over as the head of the Feng family..."

Under the moonlight, Feng Lingxue softly recounted her past. Sun Yan and Shui Lianqing listened in a daze, and the Elite Division was in sight ahead.

Stopping, Feng Lingxue smiled, her face as cold as the first snow of winter. "Yan, work hard!"

The three of them fell silent, no one speaking. Looking at the beautiful face of the girl, Sun Yan felt a wave of emotion. He then smiled and said, "I'm going to become a great martial artist. How can I be distracted by these small matters?"

However, although he said this, Sun Yan knew he would never forget these words and the good intentions behind them—life without trials is like a winter without the fragrance of plum blossoms.

Looking deeply at Feng Lingxue, Sun Yan said goodbye softly and turned to leave with Shui Lianqing.

The moonlight stretched their shadows long. Feng Lingxue extended her slender hand, trying to grasp the long shadow of the young man, but eventually let it go.

Under the night sky, a faint sigh echoed, as pleasant as a wind chime, carrying a hint of melancholy...