Spirit Master Girl: Contracting with an SSS-Level School Beauty at the Start
Chapter 156: An Unexpected Joy, Crystal Jade Skin Pill

Chapter 156: Chapter 156: An Unexpected Joy, Crystal Jade Skin Pill

Xiao Zhan smelled a strange scent of gunpowder, but more than that, he was curious about what gift had been prepared for him.

After all, his relationship with Zhu Rong was just average; they had barely spoken.

Today was their first encounter.

But just as he had taken half of it, Zhu Rong suddenly said, "Come, let me open it for you to see."

The conspicuous appearance of the package made Xiao Zhan pause.

He had a feeling that he was not the protagonist today.

As expected, when the box was opened, inside was the Dark Fire Heavenly Origin that Zhao Jiwu had lost.

A very pure black crystalline body, with an eternal flame burning inside it, the flame was also black. But within the crystalline body, the layers were distinct, emanating a solemn aura.

Xiao Zhan was taken aback.

This was actually the Dark Fire Heavenly Origin, a Sixth Grade artifact refining material that was not circulated in the market, one of the top-tier refining materials.

Very rare.

In terms of preciousness, it was just a grade below the Ghost Blood Eye he possessed.

Was this old fellow so generous?

We haven’t even met face to face, and he’s already giving this to me?

What the hell... is he trying to become my adoptive father?

Xiao Zhan expressed the skepticism in his eyes, looking up to glean some clue from Zhu Rong’s face, firmly believing that there is no free lunch in the world.

But he found that Zhu Rong was not even looking at him, but rather with a sidelong glance, always aiming in the direction of Zhao Jiwu.

Seemingly... very pleased?

Feeling smug about giving a gift, nobody else does that.

Doesn’t it pain him to part with this item?

Xiao Zhan didn’t care, a good thing like this should be taken first; let others worry about any pitfalls.

"Many thanks to Dean Zhu for his profound affection, I shall not stand on ceremony."

He quickly took the box.

Zhu Rong withdrew his gaze, his face beaming like a spring breeze, "It’s nothing, just a small Sixth Grade artifact refining material. Compared to you, a pillar of talent, it is well worth it."

Alright, it’s only to the things he can’t use that he doesn’t feel pained.

To casually call it a ’small’ Sixth Grade.

Seventh Grade not forthcoming, who else is there to contend?

"Dean Zhu overpraises, I will definitely remember the teachings, diligently cultivate, progress daily, and contribute to the building of the Federation!" Xiao Zhan flattered.

"Well said, good, one can see you have extensively studied the classics, speaking much like the olden days."

Zhu Rong lavished more praise, then suddenly exclaimed,

"Eh, Vice Dean Zhao, didn’t you also prepare a gift for Xiao Zhan, why haven’t you brought it out yet?"

Zhu Rong truly spared no quarter, even adding the word ’vice’.

At this moment, Zhao Jiwu was grinding his teeth, Zhu Rong was unscrupulous, having swindled his item, and further hurt his feelings.

He was figuring out how to get back at Zhu Rong in the future, to trample him twice as hard, when suddenly he heard those words and was momentarily stunned.

When the hell did I say I prepared a gift?

Damn...

Suddenly, he realized, and a towering rage was about to erupt in his heart!

Damn you Zhu Rong, you took my stuff to give away, and now you’re putting the knife to my neck!

Not only making me bleed but also forcing me to cut my own flesh!

Could a person really do such a thing?

His fiery eyes could hardly be suppressed, ready to erupt in rage!

Zhu Rong, don’t push people too far!

But just then, as if Zhu Rong had anticipated this, he quickly signaled Xiao Zhan with his eyes.

Xiao Zhan had already sensed that something was off.

Zhu Rong’s behavior was indeed a bit odd, making it impossible not to feel eerie.

Now, seeing Zhu Rong giving him meaningful looks, he immediately understood Zhu Rong’s intention.

So, before Zhao Jiwu could get angry, he took the opportunity to speak first, "Dean Zhu prepared a gift for the student, and the student is already flattered. To think that Vice Dean Zhao also prepared a gift, the student really doesn’t know what to say."

"This kindness, I am deeply grateful! Many thanks to Vice Dean Zhao!"

Xiao Zhan deliberately spoke very loudly, aiming to attract the attention of other teachers and students.

Just now, Zhu Rong had already spoken very loudly, aiming to put Zhao Jiwu in a difficult position.

But after all, being a teacher and with students present, it wasn’t good to go too far.

However, Xiao Zhan didn’t have as many restrictions, the louder his voice, the more respect he showed to the teachers!

Thus, his words, were like a booming bell!

Instantly attracting the eyes of the people around.

Zhao Jiwu suddenly became the center of attention!

"Gift, there’s still a gift?"

"I’m so envious, there were no such gifts in previous years."

"Vice Dean Zhao is really nice, even preparing a gift for Xiao Zhan."

Such compliments reached Zhao Jiwu’s ears, and with so many people watching, it forcefully suppressed his burgeoning rage.

Xiao Zhan saw his face turning the color of liver!

But for some reason, Xiao Zhan felt an inexplicable thrill in his heart.

"Good, good!"

"Forced into a corner!"

Zhao Jiwu screamed inside!

He truly wished he could kill that dog Zhu Rong, really too cunning!

The king of bootlickers over there, isn’t even as servile as you!

He made an expression uglier than crying, "As the dean, preparing a little reward for outstanding students is proper, especially since you are the youngest prodigy in history."

Saying this, he painfully took out a brocade box, "This is especially prepared for you, take it. I hope after your graduation you will cultivate diligently, not only to slay demon beasts but also to slay enemies, especially those shameless kinds!"

The shameless one, that was a veiled reference to Zhu Rong.

Zhu Rong also heard it but didn’t mind at all.

Because what he cared more about now was what was inside this brocade box.

"Xiao Zhan, why don’t you open it and see what’s inside to properly thank Vice Dean Zhao."

Zhu Rong eagerly egged on.

If the item was trash, he would still tease Zhao Jiwu somewhat.

Xiao Zhan heard it too.

Without being courteous, he opened it right in front of everyone, after all, he was also graduating so even if he offended Zhao Jiwu he wasn’t worried.

Moreover, he wasn’t afraid of offending.

Opening the brocade box.

Immediately, a refreshing fragrance filled everyone’s noses, seeming to cleanse those who smelled it, causing everyone’s spirits to sharpen.

Following that, they saw a white-as-jade pill lying inside.

The pill was the size of a marble, round and glossy, and radiantly multicolored.

Exuding a medicinal fragrance, it was clearly no ordinary item.

Seeing this, the expressions of Zhu Rong and others slightly changed.

"This is..."

Zhao Jiwu immediately said with a face full of pride, "This pill is called the Crystal Jade Skin Pill, unlike its cultivation effects, this pill focuses more on maintaining the body."

As he spoke, he looked towards Ye Youlong, "Taking this pill, the body and skin will reach a perfectly tender state, like crystal, shining brightly and exuding eternal youthful vigor."