Chapter 29: Dinner with Tang Ya, Bei Bei's Depression
"Then thank you, Sect Master~" Ye Chen smiled faintly and accepted what she handed over.
Free gifts shouldn't be wasted.
And besides, taking Tang San's stuff for free just to annoy him—now that was truly satisfying.
Ye Chen also felt that if hidden weapons could be combined with his first martial soul, Silver Needle, the results would be extraordinary.
At the same time, cultivating the Tang Sect's secret techniques would allow him to win Tang Ya's trust and affection more easily—a win in every way.
"Ah, I almost forgot about my sign-in..."
He suddenly remembered, then chose to sign in mentally.
[Sign-in successful. Congratulations, host! You have obtained the talent: Heaven-Defying Comprehension.]
[Heaven-Defying Comprehension: You can master all techniques and spells effortlessly. Comprehension +10,000.]
"The system really knows timing—it's a godsend! With such a boost, I'll be able to master all techniques in no time!"
Seeing the reward, Ye Chen was elated.
Tang Ya really was a treasure—she not only gave him cultivation techniques but seemed to trigger the system's rewards too.
Hmm, if only she'd offer herself as well…
As that thought crossed his mind, Ye Chen's gaze naturally drifted toward Tang Ya.
Tang Ya was undeniably beautiful—the high ponytail, the confident poise—she was the perfect image of an ideal senior in the academy.
Ma Xiaotao was the fierce, thunderous one.
Tang Ya was more like the gentle yet teasing type—each had their own charm.
As for Bei Bei…
He had just happened to enter Tang Ya's wounded heart when she was most vulnerable, guided by Elder Mu En.
Tang Ya might have feelings for Bei Bei, but they were far from deep love.
After all, when the Tang Sect was exterminated, only Tang Ya escaped alive.
Mu En heard the news immediately and sent Bei Bei to "coincidentally" encounter her.
At that time, Tang Ya's heart was completely broken. It wouldn't have mattered who showed up—any strong, kind man had a 99% chance of winning her heart.
Ye Chen even suspected that all of it had been orchestrated deliberately by Mu En himself.
After all, that old man was far from benevolent.
Back then, just to help Zhang Lexuan become Bei Bei's child betrothal, he casually wiped out an entire noble family—just to avenge her.
Ye Chen always believed one simple truth—anyone who reaches the rank of Titled Douluo is no saint.
If they wanted someone dead, guilt or innocence didn't matter—they'd kill without hesitation.
"Junior, what are you thinking about?" Tang Ya suddenly waved her hand in front of Ye Chen's blank face.
Her subtle fragrance drifted to his nose as she leaned closer.
"Oh, nothing~" Ye Chen smiled faintly, breathing in that sweet scent. "Senior Sister, are you free today? Since I've joined the Tang Sect, it's only right that I treat you to dinner."
Even though this world was different, dining and drinking together remained the fastest way to build connection.
"No, no, it should be me treating you~"
Tang Ya smiled gently. "And by the way, you can just call me Sister Xiao Ya when it's not official business, but during work, you'll have to use titles properly, alright?"
"Okay, Sect—oops, I mean, Sister Xiao Ya~" Ye Chen chuckled mischievously.
"Such a tease~"
Tang Ya glared playfully at him before saying, "Alright, let's go then. I'll take you somewhere nice. After dinner, I'll introduce you to the other two Tang Sect members—one you've already met, Junior Yuhao, and the other... um, my classmate, Bei Bei."
For some reason, Tang Ya suddenly didn't want Ye Chen to know she and Bei Bei were more than just classmates.
Strictly speaking, Bei Bei had never formally confessed, and they weren't officially together. It was just a silent understanding between the two.
Moreover, she kind of didn't want to invite Bei Bei or Huo Yuhao tonight anyway.
After all, this dinner was between the Tang Sect Master and Vice Master—a private meeting. Those two ordinary members had no right to join.
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At that same moment, near Shrek Academy's gate, a handsome young man in school uniform rushed toward Huo Yuhao's food stall, looking anxious.
It was Bei Bei.
"Yuhao, have you seen Xiao Ya?"
He seemed desperate to find Tang Ya but couldn't locate her anywhere, so he went to check with Huo Yuhao.
Today marked the anniversary of the day he and Tang Ya first met—of course he had planned a candlelit dinner with a little wine to celebrate.
But after searching all around the dorms and asking her classmates, he found no sign of her.
Normally, Tang Ya would be helping at Huo Yuhao's stall around this time—grilling fish, sneaking a few bites.
Yet she wasn't there today, which was odd.
"Eh? No idea. Teacher Xiao Ya was just here a moment ago, though..."
Huo Yuhao looked around, scratching his head in confusion.
He'd been concentrating so much on grilling fish that he hadn't noticed when Tang Ya left.
"Then I'll keep looking elsewhere," Bei Bei said hurriedly, turning to leave.
"Wait, just now—"
Huo Yuhao tried to say more, but Bei Bei had already gone.
He sighed softly.
He had actually seen Tang Ya leave earlier—with Ye Chen.
But now it was too late to say anything, and even if he did, he didn't know where they went.
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Meanwhile.
In Shrek City, at the Seven Treasure Hotel.
Thanks to Ning Tian, Ye Chen was a diamond-status VIP there—all expenses came at a 50% discount, and everything was charged to Ning Tian's account.
Even if it looked like he was mooching, Ye Chen didn't mind.
He had a weak stomach since childhood—the doctor said eating "soft meals" was good for his health.
"Ye Chen, this place looks so expensive..."
Tang Ya hesitated when she realized where he had brought her.
She regretted offering to pay—one meal here would consume her entire month's savings.
What little money she had left was her inheritance, meant for rebuilding the Tang Sect, not splurging on food!
"Don't worry, Sister Xiao Ya. I'm a diamond VIP here—everything's half-off. My treat tonight."
Ye Chen smiled.
"Ah, but that doesn't feel right..." Tang Ya fidgeted slightly—when had a vice sect master ever treated the sect master before?
"I've only just joined the Tang Sect. I'll be depending on your guidance from now on—this is the least I can do."
Ye Chen offered her the perfect excuse.
"Hmm, alright then~"
Tang Ya nodded, finally relaxing. "In that case, if you ever have trouble understanding the Profound Heaven Skill or the Tang Sect's secret arts, just ask me anytime—I'll patiently guide you."
"Then I'll rely on you, Sister Xiao Ya~" Ye Chen smiled warmly.
"Oh, it's nothing. You're our Vice Sect Master, after all—I'm supposed to take good care of you~"
They exchanged polite compliments and soon entered the private diamond-suite dining room.
Before long, an array of exquisite dishes filled the table.
Even Tang Ya had never seen such delicacies before—and neither had Ye Chen, truth be told.
The atmosphere was warm and comfortable, their conversation gradually turning deeper…
(END CHAPTER)
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