Chapter 71

"Yaojie." Qin Wentian's eyes were dazed as he looked at the face, and it was indeed Qin Yao.

As if sensing something, Qin Yao's gaze also turned toward Qin Wentian. The moment she saw him, her heart trembled violently, and her beautiful eyes showed intense emotion, wishing she could rush down and acknowledge him.

Their gazes collided in the air, and Qin Wentian reacted, striding over.

"No, Wentian is now valued at the Imperial Star Academy and has a firm footing. I shouldn't acknowledge him to avoid dragging him into trouble." Qin Yao's heart trembled as she saw Qin Wentian approaching. She then lowered the curtain and said, "Hurry up."

Her words made the group move even faster. Qin Wentian had already rushed into the crowd, heading toward Qin Yao, but a figure on horseback blocked his way, coldly saying, "No closer."

Qin Wentian's gaze sharpened, feeling the powerful aura from the rider. He knew he couldn't force his way through.

"How can this be? Yaojie saw me, why is she pretending not to know me?" Qin Wentian stood there, dazed. The rider glanced at him coldly, seeing that Qin Wentian had stopped, and then turned to leave.

Soon, the group was far away, leaving Qin Wentian standing there, dazed.

"Do you know someone in there?" Fan Le walked over and asked. Qin Wentian, still looking ahead, nodded.

"I heard from people on the street that she is one of the candidates for the Crown Princess of Snow Cloud Kingdom. You must be mistaken, right?" Fan Le muttered.

"Snow Cloud Kingdom, that's right. Yaojie went there for cultivation at the beginning of the year. What happened in these seven or eight months?" Qin Wentian's mind was in turmoil. Snow Cloud Kingdom, a candidate for Crown Princess?

"Let's go." With doubts, Qin Wentian turned and continued toward the Imperial Star Academy. He planned to investigate Qin Yao's situation further and find out what was going on.

After Qin Wentian and Fan Le returned to the academy with Little Bastard, they noticed that many people were looking at them strangely, which made them somewhat suspicious. Although they were somewhat famous at the Imperial Star Academy, today's gazes seemed peculiar, as if... they were sympathetic.

"Qin Wentian is back."

"This guy has been training for over two months. It's said he secretly went to the Dark Forest, but this time, he's in trouble."

Many people whispered, and the news of Qin Wentian's return quickly spread throughout the academy.

When Qin Wentian returned to his residence, he found many people outside, including Xin Ran.

"Xin Ran, what are you doing here?" Qin Wentian asked, somewhat puzzled.

"How did you offend Luo Qianqiu?" Xin Ran asked anxiously. Qin Wentian and Fan Le exchanged glances; they didn't seem to know this person.

"Twenty days ago, after Luo Qianqiu returned to the academy, he sent someone to tell you to see him when you returned." Xin Ran continued.

"Luo Qianqiu, could it be that Luo Shao?" Qin Wentian murmured. When he was competing for the Blood Flame Fruit, Zhao Yi and Feng Lin appeared, saying that Luo Shao was nearby, and Long Bo immediately offered the Blood Flame Fruit.

"Yes, it should be Luo Qianqiu. You really know how to cause trouble." Xin Ran sighed. "Luo Qianqiu is a prominent figure in the academy, extremely talented. The elders fought fiercely to recruit him. At the Seventh Level of the Wheel Pulse Realm, few dare to provoke him. Even the Knight Alliance members are wary of Luo Qianqiu and never offend him."

"I've also offended the Knight Alliance. Since it can't be avoided, one more won't matter." Qin Wentian remained calm. Luo Qianqiu was indeed domineering. In the Dark Forest, the Blood Flame Fruit he seized was his.

At the academy, Luo Qianqiu came to cause trouble and asked him to see him.

"You don't understand. Luo Qianqiu is different from the Knight Alliance. They still have reservations, but Luo Qianqiu does as he pleases, doing anything he wants. He hasn't killed anyone in the academy, but he's done everything else. He has even crippled several strong people over a disagreement. Moreover, it's said that the power behind him is terrifying." Xin Ran said anxiously.

"You understand now." A voice came, and Qin Wentian and the others turned to see Feng Lin walking over, the same person who appeared with Zhao Yi.

"You dared to steal what belongs to Young Master Luo. Later, bring the item and go to the Asura Alliance to beg for forgiveness. Perhaps Young Master Luo will be lenient with you two."

Feng Lin looked at Qin Wentian and Fan Le, the two guys and the dog who had stolen the Blood Flame Fruit.

"Steal?" Qin Wentian and Fan Le were taken aback.

"In the Dark Forest, whoever seizes the treasure, it belongs to them. How is it stealing? At the time, Luo Qianqiu wasn't even there, right?" Qin Wentian said calmly. Feng Lin's words were absurd.

"Since Long Bo gave the Blood Flame Fruit to Young Master Luo, it already belongs to him. No one can touch it."

Feng Lin saw Qin Wentian's rebuttal and coldly shouted, "Don't think that just because you are valued by the academy, you have the right to defy Young Master Luo. Even someone like Murong Feng, Young Master Luo can crush with one hand."

Feng Lin flicked his sleeve and turned to leave, continuing, "If you don't come to beg for forgiveness within a day, the consequences will be on you. You can't bear Young Master Luo's anger."

Qin Wentian watched Feng Lin's departing back, a cold glint in his eyes.

"Even a lackey can be so arrogant, truly a rarity." Fan Le said coldly.

"Teacher and Sister Ruohuan are here too." Qin Wentian saw two figures in the distance, Mo Shang and Ruohuan.

"Little Junior Brother, you really know how to cause trouble." Ruohuan smiled at Qin Wentian, making him smile bitterly.

It seemed that Luo Qianqiu was indeed extraordinary; otherwise, Teacher Mo Shang and Sister Ruohuan wouldn't be here.

"I didn't provoke him." Qin Wentian shrugged and explained the whole story.

"Blood Flame Fruit, no wonder." Ruohuan understood after hearing Qin Wentian's account. Treasures stir the heart, especially the Blood Flame Fruit, which can help Wheel Pulse Realm experts break through to the next level.

"Wentian."

At this moment, Mo Shang looked at Qin Wentian and slowly said, "From this incident, your actions were not wrong. On the contrary, you did well. But in this world, there is no absolute right or wrong; it's all about strength. You just had bad luck and ran into Luo Qianqiu."

"Luo Qianqiu." Qin Wentian murmured. When he offended Ou Chen, Mo Shang didn't take it seriously, indicating that Luo Qianqiu was more important to Mo Shang than Ou Chen.

"Wentian, since you came from Tianyong City, you should understand that the outside world is both exciting and dangerous. There are many strong people and numerous talented individuals from powerful families. Although you are talented, growing up is not as easy as you imagine. Many geniuses perish in their youth."

Mo Shang slowly said to Qin Wentian, "This is still in the academy. When you leave the academy and travel the continent, you will find it even more so. Sometimes, you need to be patient."

"Teacher, just tell me what you want to say. I understand." Qin Wentian smiled bitterly, knowing that Mo Shang had something to say but was afraid of discouraging him.

Mo Shang paused, then nodded slightly, "Go see Luo Qianqiu. If anyone in the academy dares to kill you, Luo Qianqiu would be one of them."

Qin Wentian's pupils contracted, and he asked, "What is Luo Qianqiu's identity?"

"You don't need to know yet." Mo Shang replied, "Ruohuan will accompany you. If you still have the Blood Flame Fruit, give it to Luo Qianqiu."

Qin Wentian pondered for a moment, then nodded and smiled, "I will go see him."

Qin Wentian understood that Teacher Mo Shang was doing this for his own good. Since Luo Qianqiu wanted to see him, he would go.

"Since that's the case, if there's anything, talk to Ruohuan. I'll leave first." Mo Shang said and left. Ruohuan patted Qin Wentian's head and smiled, "Little Junior Brother, you've grown taller and seem even more handsome."

Qin Wentian rolled his eyes and smiled bitterly, "Sister, I have something to ask for your help."

"What is it?" Ruohuan asked curiously.

"I saw my sister Qin Yao in the imperial city earlier. She came with people from the Snow Cloud Kingdom, and it's said... she is one of the candidates for the Crown Princess of Snow Cloud Kingdom. Can you investigate this?"

"Sure, I'll take care of it. I'll find you tomorrow, and then we'll go see Luo Qianqiu, okay?"

"Okay." Qin Wentian nodded.

Ruohuan and Xin Ran left, leaving only Fan Le and Qin Wentian. Fan Le looked at Qin Wentian and asked, "Are you really going?"

"Didn't you see that even Teacher Mo Shang came? I have to go." Qin Wentian walked into the room, and Fan Le followed, somewhat depressed, "It seems that in the future, we need to remember to eliminate all threats."

Qin Wentian understood Fan Le's meaning. If they had the strength to eliminate Long Bo, Feng Lin, and others at the time, they wouldn't be in this situation now.

"What about the Blood Flame Fruit? Do you plan to give it up?" Fan Le looked at Qin Wentian curiously. He knew that although Qin Wentian seemed casual, he was very proud inside. Going to apologize and giving up the Blood Flame Fruit would be a loss of face.

Qin Wentian took out the remaining Blood Flame Fruit and swallowed it all at once, making Fan Le's eyes widen in surprise. This guy was really ruthless.

After swallowing the Blood Flame Fruit, a sharp, cold glint flashed in Qin Wentian's eyes. He hoped Luo Qianqiu wouldn't go too far. As for the Blood Flame Fruit, there was no way he would give it up.

In this world, strength is the most important.

Without strength, what do you have to be proud of? Without strength, how do you protect your dignity? Without strength, you can't even protect yourself, let alone your loved ones and friends.