Chapter 2682: An Unexpected Reunion_1

As Tang Yuehua approached Xue Qinghe, she bowed slightly and said, "Crown Prince!"

Although the latter was a student of the Court Etiquette Academy, he was, after all, the Crown Prince of the Tiandou Empire, and even she had to pay her respects!

Xue Qinghe made a gesture to help her up but did not actually touch her, "Chief Tang need not be so ceremonious, just treat me as an ordinary student of the academy!"

Tang Yuehua, hearing this, then straightened her back, speaking in a gentle tone, "Alright, since the Crown Prince says so, I will dispense with the formalities!"

Immediately after, her gaze shifted to the silent Xu Sheng beside her, who was consistently radiant...

With a touch of curiosity, she asked, "Crown Prince, who is this?"

She could remember every student of the Court Etiquette Academy, and definitely not the former!

Xue Qinghe calmly explained, "His name is Xu Sheng, considered my attendant!"

Xu Sheng naturally nodded in greeting, "Good day, Chief Tang!"

Tang Yuehua returned the greeting with a polite smile, but her heart was filled with doubt about this explanation...

Such an outstanding child was merely the Crown Prince's attendant; it definitely couldn't be that simple!

But upon hearing this, all the other female students at the Court Etiquette Academy widened their eyes...

"Really... truly? Such a handsome and elegant boy, and he's the Crown Prince's attendant!"

"Yes, yes, hard to believe, he just radiates a noble's demeanor!!"

"The Crown Prince said he's considered an attendant... that doesn't mean he truly is just an attendant. Maybe they made a bet and the loser had to serve as an attendant!"

"Cough... who, who would dare to make the Crown Prince serve as an attendant! You should at least use your brain a bit!"

The male students, however, changed their previous attitudes, showing thick disdain...

"Psh, I knew it, just a bit better-looking, turns out he's nothing but a poor boy!"

"Not even a noble, seems there's no need to associate with this guy anymore, pah!"

"Waste of my time; better think about how to foster a good relationship with the Crown Prince!"

These murmured conversations clearly caused Xue Qinghe to feel displeased...

Tang Yuehua, clearly catching onto this, immediately addressed the gathered students, "Everyone, disperse, do not congregate here!"

She became even more certain of the unusual relationship between Xu Sheng and Xue Qinghe!

Upon her words, the students, though somewhat reluctant, obediently dispersed...

Xue Qinghe, seeing this, relaxed his expression slightly. As for Xu Sheng, although he said nothing, he knew what was happening in his heart...

However, what nobody expected was that Tang San, who had stood still and not left, walked straight over, "Um..."

But before he could finish, Tang Yuehua gently chided him, "Tang San, do not be rude!"

She had taught the child to be polite, yet he was acting so rashly...

Even more so, with the Crown Prince present!

Seeing the ordinary-looking Tang San suddenly appear, Xue Qinghe asked in confusion, "Who are you?"

Tang San paused, then said, "Crown Prince, I...my name is Tang San, a recent newcomer to the Court Etiquette Academy!"

He did not reveal his relationship with Tang Yuehua so as to avoid offending Xue Qinghe and prevent any implications for her.

Xue Qinghe responded with a slight, "Really? So, what brings you to me?"

Tang San, with a tinge of apology, said, "Crown Prince, I...I'm not here for you, rather..."

"Crown Prince, he's here for me!"

Xu Sheng automatically brought his hand to his forehead, feeling a bit of a headache...

Logically, Tang San should be at Notting Junior Academy now, shouldn't he? Why would he appear at the Court Etiquette Academy!

Upon hearing this, Xue Qinghe showed a surprised expression, then quickly regained his composure, "I see, are you here to find Xu Sheng? Then you two have a good chat!"

After speaking, he turned to Tang Yuehua, "Chief Tang, may I trouble you for a moment?"

Tang Yuehua snapped back to her senses, and replied, "Of course, Crown Prince, please!"

With those words, the two of them headed deeper into the Court Etiquette Academy...

Watching the two figures disappear, Tang San excitedly said, "Brother Sheng, it's great, I finally get to see you!"

Xu Sheng pursed his thin lips, "Hmm... But Xiaosan, why are you at the Court Etiquette Academy? Isn't this place supposed to only accept noble scions?"

Upon hearing this question, Tang San's cheeks turned slightly pale...

"Brother Sheng, after you were taken by the Martial Soul Hall, those Soul Masters from the Martial Soul Hall mercilessly slaughtered the villagers of Holy Soul Village. Chief Jack and all the villagers did not survive, only my father and I barely managed to escape!!"

"Since Holy Soul Village no longer exists, I had no way to use the village's quota to go to Notting Junior Academy as a working student!"

"Then... my father brought me here!"

Xu Sheng pondered for a while, seemingly wanting to say something...

He was aware of the annihilation of Holy Soul Village by the Soul Masters from Martial Soul Hall, but was curious why Tang Hao would bring Tang San here?

However, Tang San preempted him, "Brother Sheng, you're probably wondering how I, not being from a noble family, could study at the Court Etiquette Academy, right?"

"That's because Chief Tang is my aunt!!"

Finally, Xu Sheng had an epiphany, "Tang... Chief, you mean Tang Yuehua..."

So that was it, he had actually forgotten that Tang Hao and she were relatives!

No wonder Tang San was able to enter the Court Etiquette Academy...

Tang San quickly changed the subject, "Brother Sheng, now it's my turn to ask you. Weren't you captured by people from Martial Soul Hall? Why are you here at the Court Etiquette Academy, and moreover, with the Crown Prince!"

Xu Sheng simply brushed it off, "That's a long story. In short, I escaped from the Martial Soul Hall and sought refuge in the Tiandou Empire Palace..."

"As for why I'm with the Crown Prince, you must have heard earlier. I serve as her attendant, looking after her daily needs!"

Tang San swallowed hard, "I see..."

It seemed that Brother Sheng had it even worse than he did!

A genius with Innate Soul Power Level Ninety, reduced to someone else's attendant!

With a "thump," a sharp pain erupted at the top of Tang San's head, spreading throughout his nerves...

He said indignantly, "Brother Sheng, why did you hit me on the head for no reason?"

Xu Sheng just folded his arms, casually replying, "Nothing much, just thinking if you were up to some mischief!"

Tang San lowered his head silently, "What mischief could I possibly think of? I just feel that it's not fair for a genius like you, Brother Sheng, to be somebody else's attendant."

Xu Sheng gave his head another hard knock, "That's not for you to worry about. Let's go, since you've come to the Court Etiquette Academy, you might as well show me around!"

"After all, I've never been here before!"

Tang San's mouth fell open in astonishment, "Before? Brother Sheng, don't tell me you really do have a connection with the royal household?"

"Quit talking, lead the way!"

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