Wang Feng and Wang Dong managed to catch up with Huo Yuhao, who had just left the dormitory building.
At that moment, Wang Feng called out from behind, "Hey, do you really have to go sell grilled fish? Didn't I already tell you that I can sponsor your schooling? Why waste time? You should focus more on training."
Huo Yuhao paused for a moment after hearing Wang Feng's words. With his back facing Wang Feng, he finally replied, "Wang Feng, thank you for your kindness. Ever since we met in the Great Star Dou Forest, and when you helped me get into school with my own abilities, you've helped me so much. I've come this far because of your support."
"You could say you're the best person to me after my mother. But I can't keep relying on you like this. I have nothing, and I just want to live through my own efforts. One day, I'll avenge my mother! And if possible, I also want to help you with your revenge…"
As he spoke, his expression turned grim, as if painful memories were haunting him. His voice trembled slightly.
Hearing this, Wang Feng felt uneasy. Huo Yuhao was still so young, yet he had to carry such heavy burdens.
With sympathy, Wang Feng stepped forward and gently wrapped an arm around Huo Yuhao's neck. "Alright, alright, little Yuhao. If you want to be independent, I won't force you anymore. I didn't consider your feelings earlier. Just live the life you want. And as for avenging Auntie, I'll help you. You don't have to carry this burden alone."
Huo Yuhao felt the touch on his shoulder and neck. His face instantly flushed red, and his voice trembled as he said, "Don't… don't…"
Wang Feng, initially confused, asked curiously, "What do you mean by 'don't'?"
In a weak tone, Huo Yuhao replied, "Don't put your hand on my shoulder. It's really ticklish…"
Wang Feng was speechless after hearing that, feeling a bit baffled. He's pretty sensitive for someone his age… he thought to himself. With a small chuckle, he finally withdrew his hand.
Meanwhile, Wang Dong, who had been watching their interaction, had mixed feelings. Even though he knew Wang Feng only intended to comfort Huo Yuhao, he couldn't help but feel a bit uneasy seeing how close they were.
However, the three of them were completely unaware that their scene had caught the attention of a few female students passing by.
The girls whispered among themselves, imagining all sorts of scenarios in their heads.
Their cheeks flushed, and their expressions sparkled, as if thinking of something far too mature for kids their age.
Meanwhile, Wang Feng, Wang Dong, and Huo Yuhao remained immersed in their conversation, completely oblivious to the growing speculation around them.
As they continued walking, they encountered Tang Ya, who was waiting with an impatient expression.
Tang Ya's teasing voice rang out in front of everyone, "Did you still remember to come out? I've been waiting for ages."
Huo Yuhao responded in a pleading tone, "Teacher Xiaoya, please cut us some slack. We just had intense physical training. We need to go back to the dorms and clean up before we head out."
"Oh?" Tang Ya looked at Huo Yuhao's face in confusion after hearing his words. His handsome face didn't look pale from strenuous exercise—instead, there was a faint blush that was fading.
Huo Yuhao's appearance made Tang Ya feel a little uneasy. She asked, "Xiaoya-sis, what are you doing? Why are you looking at me like that?"
Upon hearing this, Tang Ya replied irritably, "I was just looking at you… I don't think you look like someone who just finished training. Seems like Zhou Yi, that old pervert, went easy on you today."
Huo Yuhao couldn't help but sigh inwardly after hearing Tang Ya's words: It's not like what you think! She's actually been super strict with us!
Tang Ya then noticed Wang Feng and Wang Dong following behind Huo Yuhao, and she greeted Wang Feng with a smile.
"Hello, Wang Feng. Are you coming to sell grilled fish with us?" Tang Ya asked with a smile.
Wang Feng nodded in agreement alongside Tang Ya.
Tang Ya looked at the person behind Wang Feng and exclaimed, "Wow, what a cute little kid! Wang Feng, is he with you?"
Hearing Tang Ya compliment his appearance, Wang Dong scratched his head shyly and said to her, "No way, sister, you're much prettier."
Wang Feng couldn't help but be stunned as he watched Wang Dong suddenly transform into an innocent little kid in front of Tang Ya.
Listening to the two of them talk proudly about their business, Wang Feng also replied to Tang Ya, "Alright, Sister Xiaoya, this is Wang Dong, Yuhao's roommate, and he's also helping us out today."
Wang Feng didn't have the guts to tell Tang Ya that the two of them were actually just there for free food and drinks.
After Wang Feng's introduction, Tang Ya looked at Wang Dong again. Judging from his physique, appearance, and external temperament, it was clear that Wang Dong wasn't someone ordinary. Seeing the restrained essence and strong soul power in him, she could tell his cultivation was far beyond Xiao Yuhao's.
So she joked, "Oh, he's Yuhao's roommate and seems to get along well with Wang Feng. Why don't you two, Yuhao and Wang Feng, work together to recruit him into our Tang Sect?"
Tang Ya had realized that Wang Feng and Wang Dong knew each other. Since Wang Feng was the one who first introduced Wang Dong, she assumed Wang Feng was closer to him, so she involved him in the suggestion as well.
When Wang Dong heard the words "Tang Sect," his body trembled slightly, and he asked in surprise, "You're from the Tang Sect?"
Tang Ya nodded repeatedly and said, "Yes, yes, there are only three people left in the Tang Sect now. I'm the current head. So, are you surprised? If you'd like to join, do it quickly. The Tang Sect welcomes you."
In truth, Tang Ya was only speaking casually. The Tang Sect had long declined and was no longer as glorious as before. She didn't actually expect a soul master from a wealthy family to join. She was a little naive, but not foolish.
Hearing that only three people were left in the Tang Sect, Wang Dong suddenly felt a sense of sadness and sorrow, as if he was grieving the misfortune and loneliness of the Tang Sect itself.
That emotion passed quickly. Wang Dong soon recovered and asked Tang Ya, "Sister Xiaoya—can I call you that?—you said just now that the Tang Sect only has you, Huo Yuhao, and Wang Feng left. What happened? I remember the Tang Sect used to be very powerful. Why are there only three of you now?"
After hearing this, Tang Ya realized that her words had caused a misunderstanding, and Wang Dong had taken her words the wrong way. She quickly explained, "I didn't mean that only the three of us are left. It's just Yuhao and me here. Wang Feng hasn't joined the Tang Sect. The third one is one of your seniors."
She then went on to tell the tragic story of the Tang Clan's downfall.
After hearing this, somehow, upon realizing that Wang Feng wasn't a member of the Tang Sect, Wang Dong's interest in joining began to fade. And after learning of the Tang Sect's current weakness, he didn't immediately agree to Tang Ya's invitation and instead said he would think about it.
Tang Ya wasn't surprised by Wang Dong's vague response. It was a typical reaction from someone hearing about the Tang Sect's decline. She thought Wang Dong had just gotten overly excited earlier.
Wang Feng found the whole conversation a bit strange. Why did little Wang Dong suddenly lose interest in joining the Tang Sect? Just a moment ago, he had seemed so enthusiastic just from hearing the name.
Thinking about this, Wang Feng turned to look at Wang Dong quietly, only to lock eyes with Wang Dong's pale blue ones. The moment their gazes met, both quickly looked away.
At that moment, Wang Dong thought to himself, Why is this creep staring at me? Wait, is he still thinking about what he saw when I was naked? No way, no way—this big pervert!!!
Just as that thought crossed his mind, Wang Dong suddenly walked over to Wang Feng. Before Wang Feng could react, Wang Dong stomped hard on his foot, then leaned in and whispered angrily, "Hmph, you perv. Don't you dare think dirty thoughts about me again. Next time, if you don't knock on the door, I'll beat you to death!"
As he spoke, Wang Dong waved his small, pink fist at Wang Feng.
Wang Feng, caught off guard and stomped on for no reason, felt completely helpless. He replied, "Didn't I also show you my back? We should be even now! Why are you still hung up on that?"
Wang Dong, recalling Wang Feng's back, blushed and snorted. "Hmph! It's your fault for not knocking!"
Watching Wang Feng and Wang Dong banter and mess around, Huo Yuhao, who had been silently observing them, couldn't help but feel a little envious.
And Tang Ya, the most observant of them all, had been secretly watching the entire time. Seeing the behavior and expressions of the three boys, she couldn't help but smile slyly.