Chapter 781: I Have My Own Plans (II)
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"As a child, one should learn to be filial. Respect your teachers and friends, and study the rites."
Amidst the verdant hills and rolling mountains stood an ancient academy, its halls rich with tradition. The rhythmic chants of students reciting their lessons filled the air, so soothing it felt like a spell.
A tall, slender woman dressed in red brocade robes embroidered with gold approached the academy’s outer walls. She exuded a heroic aura, and her long hair was tied into a ponytail.
A man stepped out from within the academy and apologized in a calm, gentle voice. "I was unaware of the Sixth Princess’s arrival. Please forgive me for not welcoming you sooner."
Dressed in simple scholar’s robes, he carried a refined and gentle air. His bright, intelligent eyes added to his scholarly demeanor. This was Zhang Chen, the former head disciple of the Ascending Dragon Academy, now a teacher at Yushan Academy.
The woman standing before him was none other than Princess Jingyang, the Sixth Princess of the Yu Dynasty.
Among the members of the imperial family in this generation, three inherited the gift of the Divine Fire Spirit. They were the Second Prince Xia Qi, the Sixth Princess Xia Shu, and the Thirteenth Prince Xia Luo.
Back then, the Thirteenth Prince had been killed by Chu Liang. After that, the Second Prince, Xia Qi, became the crown prince. The Sixth Princess, Xia Shu, began handling matters of the imperial court. She was capable and highly trusted. She had always been the most talented member of this generation. If she had not been a girl, she would have surely been named the crown prince.
Able to act independently now, Xia Shu, the Sixth Princess, had arrived at Yushan Academy.
"This was never an official visit. There’s no need for such courtesy," Xia Shu responded, her tone devoid of emotion. While she spoke, she stared at Zhang Chen with such bright, clear eyes.