Chapter 81 – Xia He Joins the Star Martial Police Department, Old Qin Stop Slacking Off!

“Teacher, I have another request. Since you happen to be here, I’ll trouble you to approve it.”

In the office, Li Zixuan looked at Elder Li before her, took a paper application out of her bag, and handed it over.

“What’s this?”

Elder Li took the application, his eyes scanning the content. Surprised, he said, “Leave School Application? Are you planning to leave the campus recently, Xuan Xuan?”

“Yes.Li Zixuan lowered her gaze, looking at the undulating sportswear. A literal translation “undulating sportswear” doesn’t make sense. Possibly it refers to her own breathing or emotions causing her clothes to shift? Without clarity, it’s best to omit or interpret cautiously. I’ll assume it’s an error and skip translating it for coherence.), and said softly, “I want to leave the city and go train in the wilderness.”

As her words fell.

Elder Li across from her frowned deeply and asked in a serious tone, “Why? Give your teacher a reason, Xuan Xuan.”

The wilderness outside Jianghai City was rampant with Star Beasts, lurking in the forests waiting for an opportunity to strike.

Its danger level was far beyond what the urban area could compare to; the slightest misstep could mean no return.

Since Li Zixuan’s family had entrusted her to his care, he felt responsible for protecting this junior.

“Teacher, there’s no need to persuade me. I will take responsibility for myself.”

Li Zixuan’s gaze was firm as she explained seriously, “Since that day of the competition, I have already reached the Acquired Realm Ninth Layer.

Moreover, after observing the Grandmaster Realm battle up close in Sword Valley later, I also gained some insights. I’ve reached the peak of the Acquired Realm, just one step away from touching the Innate Realm.”

“What? So soon?”

Upon hearing this, Elder Li’s eyes widened in shock.

Li Zixuan’s current cultivation speed had far surpassed all the geniuses he had ever seen; it was exceptionally rare.

How old was she now?

Sixteen? Seventeen?

Reaching the Innate Realm before even coming of age? That was truly terrifying!

“The younger generation is formidable… truly formidable……”

Elder Li murmured, leaning back in his office chair, somewhat dazed, almost having his Dao heart shaken by his own disciple.

The office suddenly fell silent.

After a long moment.

Li Zixuan spoke again, “Teacher, now I have finally touched the threshold of the Innate Realm. I’m just one step away from crossing over, and this training journey is the stepping stone I need.”

Saying this, she bowed her head respectfully. “I ask for Teacher’s approval of this student’s request.”

“This……”

Elder Li worriedly tried to persuade her, “Xuan Xuan, you are still young, there’s no need to be in such a hurry… and your family might not……”

“Teacher, I’ve already discussed it with my family.”

Li Zixuan suddenly spoke up, her voice trembling slightly. “They fully support me going to break through.”

“What?”

Elder Li was stunned, then said incredulously, “Your family has agreed?”

“Yes.”

Li Zixuan nodded.

“This… ah… I, your teacher……”

Elder Li, hearing this, was momentarily speechless, not knowing how to respond.

He had understood before that Li Zixuan’s family was somewhat extreme, placing almost all their heavy burdens on her, betting that she would achieve great mastery in the Sword Dao and revitalize the family.

The pressure and expectations for her growth were evident.

This time, Li Zixuan’s urgency might well be due to someone in her family pushing behind the scenes.

“Xuan Xuan, listen to me, some things shouldn’t be rushed……”

Elder Li opened his mouth, wanting to persuade further.

But Li Zixuan shook her head and refused, “Teacher, my mind is made up. After that day’s competition, I understood where my shortcomings lie.

The most fundamental issue is my lack of practical combat experience. My sword lacks killing intent; it’s far less sharp than Huyan Jian’s. I must go out and train!”The resolute words fell with an undeniable finality, carrying an unyielding determination.

“Ah, I understand what you mean, Xuan Xuan.”

Elder Li sighed heavily and sank back into his chair. “The city environment is too mild. Only by going to the outskirts to battle Star Beasts… can one truly temper that courage.”

As he spoke, he lifted his aged eyes to look calmly at Li Zixuan:

“You’re right. I can protect you for a while, but I can’t watch over you forever. You’ll have to leave eventually, Xuan Xuan… so go ahead.”

Elder Li picked up a pen and signed the school leave application.

“Thank you, teacher.”

Seeing this, Li Zixuan breathed a sigh of relief in her heart.

“But you must prepare escape items for the journey. If anything happens, run first. Your life comes before everything else.”

Elder Li handed over the application form and added a few more worried reminders.

“Understood.”

Li Zixuan nodded, accepting the application form from Elder Li. Her hand holding the paper trembled slightly.

………………

In the following days, time flowed slowly as Qin Yang continued entering the Enlightenment Space to deepen his understanding of the “True Array Decryption.”

From time to time, he would encounter several interesting Array Formations. Without needing to set up actual formations, he could simply use his body as a small universe, calming his mind and focusing his spirit to gather the vast righteous energy.

Moreover.

The treasure-gathering formation at home was also being improved with many valuable additions, causing it to accumulate even more spiritual charm.

The effects were remarkably noticeable.

Staying up late no longer harmed his health.

Every now and then, he would even find money on the roadside.

And it was red bills!

Each day brought new delights, making life thoroughly comfortable.

One day, while Qin Yang was idly completing his daily check-in, he suddenly saw Xia He jogging over and slapping a badge onto the table.

“Check this out, Old Qin! Something good!”

Xia He declared with a smug, triumphant expression.

“What is it?”

Qin Yang glanced sideways and was surprised to see it was a Star Martial Police Department badge.

Moreover, it actually had “Xia He” printed on it?

“???”

Qin Yang was stunned, looking at Xia He in disbelief. “When did you join the Star Martial Police Department?”

And how dare the Police Department accept someone like Xia He, who spent every day hanging out at Platinum Ocean?!

This was truly something you’d only see after living long enough!

“What, are you not convinced?””

Xia He crossed his arms and raised his chin. “I’ve had an epiphany, decided to stop slacking off! From now on, I’ll work hard in the Star Martial Police Department. It’s my way of serving the country!”

“You…”

Qin Yang remained silent for a long moment before slowly giving a thumbs-up: “Impressive.”

This guy had originally come to the Library specifically to idle away his time and embrace the slacker life.

But after not seeing him for just three days, he’d secretly taken the civil service exam behind my back?

“Old Qin, you should stop slacking off too!”

Xia He declared earnestly, waving the police badge before Qin Yang’s eyes. “Study hard, you can get in with an administrative position. Then we can both slack off… ahem, work hard together in the Department!”

“Forget it, forget it. I just got my permanent position.”

Qin Yang waved his hand dismissively, then suddenly had a realization and narrowed his eyes at Xia He. “You didn’t… use your money power to get in, did you?!”

“……”

Hearing this, Xia He fell silent, his heart skipping a beat.

Damn?

Old Qin actually figured it out?

If my old man hadn’t suddenly gone crazy and insisted on stuffing me into the police system, would I be in this situation?!

Isn’t the slacker life wonderful?!

Seeing my good brother slacking off every day makes me so envious!”Ahem…”

Xia He coughed lightly, desperately concealing his inner turmoil as he patted Qin Yang’s shoulder and said, “Stop overthinking, Old Qin! I didn’t! And don’t you slack off either—focus on your cultivation!”

“???”

Qin Yang was rendered speechless by these words.

For fuck’s sake, I’m almost at the Supreme level, and you’re calling me a slacker?!

(End of Chapter)