Chapter 967: Academy Reopens
The Immortal Sun Emperor after coming out of the house and going to the roof to enjoy the sunset had suddenly called for the system. Among those who had always been with the Moon Goddess, only he knew about the existence of the system as he had worked for it until his physical vessel had been reborn. It can be said that the system and Shen Jueyang had the closest relationship before they found Ye Xuexia. As expected, when the Immortal Sun Emperor called for the system, he appeared not in the cute form, a chubby little white orca, to entertain the Moon Goddess.
The system appeared as a mature adult man but no one could see his face as it was hidden into some kind of black fog-like mask. However, seeing his inhuman vertical slit deep crimson gold irises staring at you, a lot of things can be imagined. But one thing is for sure, someone who possesses these beautiful eyes can never be ugly.
{It’s rare for you to call for me. After I helped you recreate your body, your connection with me is no more.} The system said as he suddenly appeared in thin air wearing, a black-red ancient robes with dragon embroidery.
The Immortal Sun Emperor stares at the system, observing him from head to toe. He noticed that this kind of robe on him was something no ordinary existence can wear. Normally, only emperors would wear a robe with dragon design on it. His formal robe was also one with dragon embroidery. It was only right now that Shen Jueyang had realized that this system was most likely a powerful being like them and not just someone who follows some kind of unknown rules and acts as something like a system.
Shen Jueyang moved his eyes away from the system and said, "The plan to go to the Ancient Nest for the dragon and phoenix had been postponed. Even with my influence the resources I can gather to heal one’s soul is limited. Do something for Xue’er to be able to accept things from your side, something that can heal her soul. At least until the Ancient Nest opens."
The system turned silent upon hearing these words, yet at the same time it didn’t decline right away this kind of unreasonable request from the Immortal Sun Emperor. Moreover, Shen Jueyang seems to be not asking but just informing the system. It was as if it already knew that the system would not reject his words.
{....Why are you so sure that I will agree?} The System asked. His voice is low and sounds slightly dangerous.
Likewise, the Immortal Sun Emperor also turned his head to meet the system’s cold gaze. Both eyes with the shade of crimson and gold. The only difference is that the system’s eyes possessed a deeper shade of red while the Immortal Sun Emperor’s irises had a deeper shade of gold. The two men stare at each other as if trying to read what the other is thinking.
The Immortal Sun Emperor said, "You will agree. Anything that involves Yue Xuexia’s well-being, her needs, her desires and her necessities. You will give it to her. It’s been like that from the very beginning up until now."
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"I do not need to know what you are and what you want to do. As long as you don’t hurt her I am willing to turn a blind eye at almost anything." Shen Jueyang was the first one to move his gaze away and looked at the already darkening sky above their heads and said, "I am not willing to lose her for the second time. Once is enough. At least if something happens to me in the future, I know you will always be by her side."
{I will handle it,} said the system before disappearing after glancing at the Immortal Sun Emperor with a narrowed gaze. It was unknown what kind of thoughts he had in his mind.
Even after the system had left, Shen Jueyang stayed outside to watch the sky until it completely turned dark and the night had descended. Only then did he return to the house and check on the Moon Goddess.
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When the sun rose the next morning, the people in the academy had gotten busy even Principal Wu Yao had to prepare for the reopening of the classes and a welcoming announcement had gathered all the students in the Dao Platform. Whether they are ordinary students or disciples of the peak masters, they had all gathered here today. The Hall Masters, even the Sword Immortal and the Library Guardian had also come. Principal Wu Yao and Principal Wu Zhou had all summoned them here today. Today is the day the Black Cloud Academy would officially welcome back the return of the Academy’s Holy Daughter and Holy Son.
Among the ordinary students, some had just arrived and didn’t know what was happening and some even had their parents and guardians who came to send their children back to school had gathered as well. Among these people the most eye-catching group is not that hard to guess. There is a group of people with either silver hair or silver eyes. These are the trademark features of an ancient clan, the Yue Clan.
After the Ancient Moon God, Yue Zhiyan and his wife, the Ancient High Elf Queen, Su Hialun had returned from their visit in this academy yesterday, the Moon family is now sure that their eldest princess had also entered this academy and had chosen one of the principal as her master. The fact that the Twin Moon Princess of the Ancient Moon Clan goes to this academy as well was something that confused the people from the Core Haven.
After all, a dignified ancient clan joined a weak group like the Black Cloud Academy whose strongest is at most only at False Emperor realm and its even a dying old senior who would most likely not break through in their whole life. The people of the Core Haven thought that the Yue Clan had gone crazy yet no one had openly criticized them for such a thing. They are still formidable with a Tribulation cultivator as an ancestor.
Meanwhile at the Dao Platform, seeing that the Ancient Moon Clan is getting all kinds of attention, Principal Wu Zhou had invited their family in a private space where their family will be treated as VIPs even when attending such ordinary welcoming ceremonies.
Wu Zhou treated them well and respected them. Not only because they are from an ancient clan but also because he heard from his elder brother that these people are his Martial Niece’s biological family. It was only then did Wu Zhou realize that Yue Xuexia, the disciple his brother had accepted was actually the eldest princess of the Everlasting Moon Empire and the Ancient Moon Clan. He was dumbfounded all night that he almost forgot to sleep.
"I would like to pass a message from my Martial Niece," Wu Zhou said.
The Yue family all turned their heads to look at him, which made Wu Zhou nervous.
Gulps~
"Martial Niece Xue says she wants to invite you to her Yueguang Peak after the ceremony. I shall come over after the ceremony to escort the esteemed guests to the Yueguang Peak," Principal Wu Zhou said.
The Everlasting Moon Emperor, Yue Yuya said, "Then we will wait for Principal Wu Zhou after the ceremony."
"Y-Yes, please excuse me. I shall take my leave now," said Wu Zhou before leaving the room for the Yue family.
After Wu Zhou left, the Yue Family hurriedly went to the veranda trying to find the figure they’ve always wanted to see. Unfortunately, Yue Xuexia isn’t even awake at this time.
The Second Moon Prince said, "Ge, have you found Xue’er?"
"There are so many students, how can I find her on my own? You should help too," said the Crown Moon Prince, Yue Leiya.
The Crown Princess, Lei Ruiye had to pull the two Moon Princes back to their seats and ask them to sit down.
"How about calming down, both of you?" Lei Ruiye said.
Only then did Yue Leiya and Yue Wuya notice that their parents and sisters didn’t even leave their chairs.
Yue Yuya who is checking the time said, "It’s still too early. The opening ceremony hasn’t even started. Do you think Xue’er will be awake this early?"
The two moon princes looked confused as they didn’t expect their father to say such words but for some reason, their mother and sisters didn’t seem to be surprised at all.
Yawning, Yue Jixia said, "Dage, Erge, even we wouldn’t be awake at this time if not for the fact that we have to leave the house early to come here. I would still be sleeping. Look at Ruru, she went back to sleep."
Not far away from her, a young lady with a book on her face leaning on the back of her chair was motionless. When the Second Moon Prince came to check he even heard soft snoring coming from the youngest princess.
Yue Wuya looked dumbfounded and said, "Is Ruru asleep?"
The Everlasting Moon Empress, Yue Lili nodded her head and said, "No need to wake her up. There is still an opening speech, introductory event and more before Xue’er comes on stage. Let her sleep for now."
"Then I will also take a nap," said Yue Jixia, who pulled a pillow from her storage and leaned on it with her eyes closed.
The two moon princes were flabbergasted. Never had they experienced this kind of scene before. But Papa Yue and Mama Yue seem to be used to this, as the three sisters have never been a morning person even in the mortal world. The two youngest sisters were already like this, how do you think the eldest princess is at this moment.
At the Yueguang Peak’s master’s bedroom, the Moon Goddess was enjoying her sleep while the Immortal Sun Emperor was having breakfast with Wu Yao.
Shen Jueyang asked, "Is it alright to leave the ceremony to Martial Uncle Zhou alone?"
"Don’t worry. It’s his fault for scheduling the welcoming ceremony for you two. Let Xue’er sleep long. There is no problem at all," Principal Wu Yao said while feeding his Life Gu and the little guardian of their Black Cloud Academy, Little Taotie.
It seems that in exchange for spirit food meals, Little Taotie agreed to become the Divine Beast Guardian of the Black Cloud Academy. As to be expected from a glutton.