Huo Yuhao was truly anxious to find a teacher and explain the situation. After all, he didnt want to get expelled just like this! Thus, he didnt notice how embarrassed Wang Dong was.

After leaving their dorm, Wang Dong finally calmed down. The dim light of the night was everywhere, and he suddenly felt peace of mind as he looked at Huo Yuhao, who was in front of him. At this moment, all of his worries had vanished from the face of the earth. The release of the baggage from his heart even caused him to feel tired.

Just what in the world were you doing? You even lied to a teacher. Taking two steps forward, he caught up to Huo Yuhao. Wang Dong then walked along with him side by side.

Huo Yuhao smiled bitterly, Its hard to explain everything. Ill talk about it once we find Teacher Zhou. I cant explain everything right now.

Wang Dong said, In any case, be a bit more careful. I feel that being late wont be much of a problem. Though the academys rules are quite stringent, theyre much more relaxed for core disciples like us. In any case, youre a core disciple of the Soul Tool Department. Problem is, youll now have to explain the reason why you were lying to the teachers in order to stop them from pursuing the matter. As long as Teacher Fan Yu and Teacher Zhou are willing to protect you, there wont be any big problems. Im sure youre aware of Teacher Zhous temper. Teacher Fan Yu hasnt said anything about it, but hes definitely very worried.

Huo Yuhao had already thought of a plan during his journey back. Nodding, he said, Ive truly got a special reason for why I did what I did. I believe theyll definitely understand it.

As the two continued to speak, they arrived at the teachers office area. The teachers from the outer courtyard were living within the office block. The lower floors were the office blocks, while the higher floors were the teachers homes.

However, Huo Yuhao and Wang Dong had never been to Zhou Yis house. Thus, they could only try their luck at the office.

Their luck wasnt bad at all; the light in Zhou Yis office was still on.

Before theyd even reached the door to Zhou Yis office, Huo Yuhao and Wang Dong heard the sounds of Zhou Yis roaring

Fan Yu, what the heck did you just say that brat Huo Yuhao wanted to do? Weve done all we could to cultivate him, but he actually lied to us and ran away. He hasnt even returned yet. Just what reason do you think he had to lie to us? Dont tell me that a teacher helping him to obtain a soul ring wont be useful to him? I really didnt think that Id actually make a mistake. Originally, I thought that he was an extremely honest student who was willing to work hard. I didnt think that hed be an ungrateful brat like this. This really pisses me off. Dont let me see him again. If I do, Im going to flay all of his skin off.

Hearing Zhou Yis words, Huo Yuhao couldnt help but shiver instinctively. He felt his scalp go numb. With a somewhat pleading look on his face, he looked towards Wang Dong.

Wang Dong looked towards him with a smile that wasnt a smile, then made a gesture that said Youre on your own now. Just who asked you to lie to everyone here? Who asked you to come back too late? Serves you right!

Bracing himself, Huo Yuhao carefully shifted towards Zhou Yis office. At this moment, Fan Yus voice rang out.

Okay, stop being so angry. Do you think Im any less anxious than you? Dont you know how hard it is to find an inheriting disciple? Yuhao is more talented than Caitou. Dont you know how much hope Ive placed on him? Now that hes lost, Im even more worried than you. But, I feel that youve said something incorrect. After being in contact with him for so long, I understand him quite well. Though hes made a lot of plans, hes a very kind and steady person. He definitely wont do anything silly. Since hes lied to us in order to go by himself, I believe that he definitely has a reason for doing so. Now, we can only wait for him to come back. That way, I believe that hell give us a logical explanation.

Zhou Yi unhappily said, Hes already late, so what damn use is there for him to come back? Wont he get expelled anyway?

Fan Yu said, That might not be the case. As long as he has a reasonable explanation, we can reveal the fact that hes a core disciple of the Soul Tool Department to let him remain in the academy. His treatment as a core disciple of your Martial Soul Department is already coming to an end, so hell definitely be stripped of his privileges if he cant give an astonishing performance during the assessment. Since thats the case, we can just reveal it. In any case, Dean Qians already fallen for our trick.

Huo Yuhao felt moved as he listened to the husband-and-wife duo. He had lied to his teachers, but they were still worried about him. An intense sensation of guilt flooded his heart, and he wanted to reveal the truth to them right there.

The Skydream Iceworms faint voice rang out in his mind, If you dont want to be used as a guinea pig, youd better control your mouth.

Huo Yuhao immediately regained his senses after listening to the Skydream Iceworms reminder. Right! No matter what, he couldnt reveal the truth. A million year soul beast, in addition to one of the Three Emperors of the Extreme North, had become his intelligent soul ring. This situation couldnt even be described using the word astonishing anymore.

Clenching his teeth, Huo Yuhao quickened his footsteps, reaching Zhou Yis office door.

Zhou Yis office door wasnt shut, and there was no longer anybody left within the teachers office buildings at this time. Huo Yuhao peeked his head in just in time for him to see an extremely gentle scene.

Zhou Yi didnt have her mask on, and her beautiful face was filled with rage. However, she was sitting on Fan Yus thigh, while her hands were cradling Fan Yus neck. Fan Yus arms were wrapped around her waist.

Cough, cough. Teacher, Teacher Zhou, Im back.

Fan Yu and Zhou Yi were both stunned by Huo Yuhaos appearance. Zhou Yi subconsciously jumped up from Fan Yus thigh.

Wang Dong was right behind Huo Yuhao, and he was stunned to the point of being flabbergasted by this scene. Though hed heard about Zhou Yis mask from Huo Yuhao, this was still the first time hed seen Teacher Zhous true appearance. Furthermore, this had happened in a situation where she hadnt concealed herself at all.

Huo Yuhao, you still know how to come back! Zhou Yi shot towards him angrily.

It had to be said that Huo Yuhao was truly lucky. The flabbergasted Wang Dong subconsciously blurted out, Teacher Zhou, youre really pretty.

The overbearing Zhou Yi was stunned for a brief moment. In an instant, the flames of anger within her heart diminished by over 30%. Pausing her footsteps, she glared fiercely at Huo Yuhao, Follow me in and close the door.

At this moment, Huo Yuhao completely understood why Zhou Yi normally had to keep her old grandma mask on her face. Not only was she beautiful, her facial features were extremely gentle and soft. Though she was currently filled with anger, it was simply too hard for her to keep a deterrent effect up for the other students. On the contrary, the others would think that she was a beauty who was throwing a tantrum.

Fan Yu sat there unmoving, his gaze fixed on Huo Yuhao. Though he had just exonerated the disciple he was proud of, could he truly be not angry at all?

Lowering his gaze, Huo Yuhao obediently entered Zhou Yis office. On the other hand, Wang Dong shut the door after entering.

Huo Yuhao walked up to Fan Yu, falling to his knees with a putong, Teacher, Ive done wrong.

Fan Yus heart was originally filled with the flames of anger. Huo Yuhao had returned, and he was waiting for the disciple he was proud of to give him an explanation with an extremely stern look on his face. However, Huo Yuhao hadnt given a reason to exonerate himself. Instead, hed immediately fallen to his knees in order to admit his wrongdoing. The stiff lines of Fan Yus face immediately softened slightly.

It had to be said that any teacher would be slightly more lenient towards the students they were fond of. Zhou Yi and Fan Yu werent an exception to that case. Zhou Yi was extremely strict towards her students, but she didnt utter a word with Fan Yu there. Instead, she stood behind Fan Yu, giving the initiative to her husband.

Why? Fan Yu said indifferently.

Huo Yuhao raised his head, giving a reply filled with guilt, Teacher, Ive done wrong. I shouldnt have lied to you and Teacher Zhou. However, I- I was scared that youd be worried about me. That was why I had to concoct a lie before I could leave. This was because I wasnt even sure whether I would be able to come back when I left.

Hed already thought of many ways he could give this apology. With the Skydream Iceworms help, there were basically no holes in his excuse. His guilt-filled tone wasnt fake, but he couldnt tell the truth. Regardless of whether it was for him or his two teachers, telling the truth might not necessarily be a good thing!

Huh? Hearing Huo Yuhaos words, Fan Yu, Zhou Yi, and Wang Dongs interest were piqued.

Zhou Yi couldnt help but say, Is there anything the academy cant help you settle? Did you absolutely have to do this by yourself? Are you telling me that we wouldnt be able to help you if youd told us the truth?

Huo Yuhao shook his head softly, You wouldnt have been able to help me. A problem came up with my martial soul. Teacher Zhou, do you remember? During Teacher Wangs class, he told us that the most terrifying thing to a soul master was the shattering of their martial soul.

Zhou Yi was greatly astonished, What? Your martial soul

Huo Yuhao nodded, When the school year had just ended, I noticed a problem with my martial soul. I occasionally felt absent-minded when I was using my Spirit Eyes, and there were even signs of my martial soul fracturing. At that time, I thought about what Teacher Wang said. He said that if a martial soul didnt have enough talent, and if a person who had relatively low innate soul power tried to forcefully cultivate, there was a very small chance that a martial soul could shatter. Moreover, the shattering of a martial soul was a catastrophe to a soul master. If they were lucky, they would lose all of their soul power, and their martial soul would shatter and disappear; if they were unlucky, it could even endanger their lives.

At this moment, even Fan Yus expression had changed. If Huo Yuhaos martial soul was truly shattering, then there was truly nothing that could save him. Even a Titled Douluo wouldnt be able to do anything.

A martial soul was the internal core of every soul master. If any problems arose within that internal core, then not even heavenly treasures could do anything about it. That was equivalent to a death sentence!

Yuhao, then, you Right now, Fan Yu didnt even care about how angry he felt anymore; his voice was filled with concern.

Zhou Yi said unhappily, Since hes able to properly kneel here, theres clearly nothing wrong anymore. Yuhao, continue.

Huo Yuhao said, During the few days before the academic year ended, those feelings were getting increasingly clearer. I was starting to be afraid. I was afraid for my martial soul, and I was afraid that Id be unable to live up to the love you two have shown me. I thought about it carefully, and I decided not to tell you two about it. If my martial soul truly shattered, then talking about it would be of no use; if it didnt shatter, Id definitely come back. Thus, I lied to both of you. I didnt want you to worry about me.

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