Chapter 9

The conversation with Teacher Xiao Yunmeng took an unconventional turn, greatly inspiring Yuan Hanshuang and achieving the goal of persuading her to study.

Upon learning that the top one in the grade could be exempt from tuition, and with the freedom to skip classes at will, Yuan Hanshuang, spirited and energetic, embarked on her intensive cramming sessions.

There’s not much to say about practical training classes; after coming here, she diligently exercised, engaging in daily fights at the combat arena, surpassing her peers in physical fitness. As for theoretical classes, she effortlessly dominated the entire field.

In the first year, Yuan Hanshuang easily clinched the title of the top student in her grade.

So, in the second year, with her privileges, she openly skipped classes.

Of course, skipping classes aside, she unfailingly appeared in the academy cafeteria at mealtimes.

While she may lack in other areas, she excels in the art of eating.

Yuan Hanshuang’s enthusiasm for meals led to an interesting consequence: for the past two years, no one complained about the poor taste of the nutrient liquid in the primary college, as they couldn’t get any if they arrived late!

At the end of the second year, she once again defended her title.

Meanwhile, Young Master Gu also solidified his position as the “second-best” in the grade.

“Look at Young Master Gu’s expression, did you see it, boss?”

Ke Junda gloated, “He’s having his share of trouble too.”

Young Gu usually carried himself arrogantly in the academy, appearing as if he were the number one young master in the world.

His family’s prestige on the 1999 Star was indeed remarkable, to the point that even the college teachers dared not treat him poorly, and there were countless students who tried to curry favor with him. The only one who dared to give him face-to-face trouble was Yuan Hanshuang. Because of this, he harbored deep resentment towards her, viewing her as his only rival in life.

Yuan Hanshuang naturally noticed the hostility from the young master, but with her limited time at school and her mind focused on making money and getting stronger, she couldn’t be bothered with such trivial matters.

These two years, perhaps due to advancing to the second tier, Yuan Hanshuang’s appetite doubled again, requiring her to spend more time in the combat arena to earn money.

Although her earning ability was several times that of before, the living conditions at home had not improved much. Especially after becoming a second-tier talent, even with the intake of a large amount of nutrient liquid, she still often felt hungry, and her cultivation speed slowed down, with no solution in sight.

Unable to cultivate smoothly, she could only concentrate on making money for now.

“The summer vacation is coming soon.”

Yuan Hanshuang stretched lazily, “By the way, didn’t you say last time that you wanted me to train with you guys?”

“Round up everyone in the class willing to train, and we’ll start at seven tomorrow morning. Let’s be clear—I’m not teaching for free. It’s a three-day trial, and if you want to continue after that it’s your choice, you’ll need to pay for the training.”

Ke Junda was about to remind the boss that they didn’t have a summer vacation this year. After resting at home for a few days, they had to join the school’s forces for practical combat training on a nearby low-level pollution star. Unexpectedly, upon hearing this, he was overjoyed and stammered, “Th-thank you, boss!”

How strong Yuan Hanshuang was, everyone could see.

Although many insisted that Yuan Hanshuang was formidable because she entered a year later, giving her an extra year of cultivation, thus surpassing them in cultivation level, they dismissed it with disdain.

However, the fact remained that, so far, no one could defeat her in a half move during practical training courses, not even students in higher grades.

In these two years, Yuan Hanshuang frequently skipped classes, and combined with her martial arts style, reminiscent of ancient martial arts, many suspected she had some unique training method or secret technique.

Watching Ke Junda excitedly go to inform the students in Class 2, Yuan Hanshuang shrugged and raised her voice, “Did everyone hear just now? Anyone who wants to train together can come.”

She hadn’t intentionally lowered her voice during her conversation with Ke Junda, so many people heard.

Now, the playground was crowded with people just after the exam.

Immediately, younger students expressed their interest, “Can students from other classes join too?”

“Of course.” Yuan Hanshuang looked at each person as they moved their money bags and kindly said, “As long as you’re willing to pay, everyone is welcome. I strongly recommend that next year’s middle school entrance exam candidates sign up for the training camp. I have a set of exclusive techniques that can help you improve your scores by at least 20 points. If it doesn’t work, I’ll refund the training fee.”

A lively discussion erupted among the crowd.

A good training method is priceless, let alone one that effectively improves scores. Who wouldn’t be interested if it really worked?

“Did you hear? The entire Class 2 plans to train with Yuan Hanshuang.”

Soon, the news reached Class 1 through the grapevine. “I knew it. She always seems idle and skips class, but she’s secretly training!”

“No wonder she’s a fallen noble from the Capital Star. She must have her own unique martial arts training methods.”

Someone envied, “I didn’t expect her to be so kind, training with her classmates. That’s great.”

“Yeah, she doesn’t limit it to her own class. I’m starting to consider going too…”

Young master Gu growled irritably, “Shut up!”

As the young master spoke, the entire Class 1 fell silent.

Would the people from the Capital Star really care about such a small amount of money?

Gu had previously believed Yuan Hanshuang’s nonsense and asked a relative living in the Capital Star if people there liked to sew patches on their clothes. It turned into a big joke.

But if someone isn’t from the Capital Star… why should they care?! Whether it’s morphing or talent, what’s he lacking?

Why hasn’t he won a single time in two years?!

“I want to see what amazing techniques she has!”

Watching the golden figure hurriedly leaving, Gu clenched his fist and suddenly threw the teleportation button to his butler, “I’ll be home a bit late later tonight. Don’t follow me.”

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