Sword Aura to the Heavens
Chapter 116 - 112 The Gentleman

Chapter 116: Chapter 112 The Gentleman

At this moment, passersby on White Deer Street all stopped, as if time had frozen in an instant.

They listened intently to the sound of deer calling, the sound lingering in the air, creating a sense of comfort, accompanied by the Spiritual Energy of heaven and earth brushing past their faces like a spring breeze.

As if realizing something, everyone’s gaze on the street turned simultaneously towards the direction of Bai Lu Academy.

"This is..." Waves rose in their hearts.

They had all heard that there was an Array on White Deer Street, and the source of this Array lay within Bai Lu Academy.

It’s said that it tests the cultivation of those coming to Bai Lu Academy, and would give a response if a Great Practitioner or crisis were encountered.

Some say it’s for testing talent, but no matter what, this Array is extremely extraordinary and rarely triggered.

The sound of deer calling, integrated into the wind, was especially pleasant to the ear, as if welcoming a guest from afar.

So, is this guest from afar a Great Practitioner or a prodigy with exceptional talent?

Who has set foot on White Deer Street?

Realizing this, the crowd shimmered and moved towards the starting point of White Deer Street, wanting to see who stepped onto White Deer Street at this moment, hoping to find the source and understand for whom the deer call sounded.

And undoubtedly, the most shocked at this moment were Yun Zhiqiu and Ji Xue’s group.

They had just been laughing and joking, discussing the Array on White Deer Street, but the next moment, the sound of deer calling rang out, freezing the smile on Yun Zhiqiu’s face as he looked at Ji Xue, a bit startled.

Ji Xue was also stunned; she naturally heard the sound of deer calling. Her beautiful eyes showed a hint of anomaly, followed by a stir in her heart.

Although she didn’t think the Array would be triggered before, and she knew that her talent wasn’t that high, the sound of deer calling still truly entered her ears, making it hard not to be excited and wonder if the sound was for her.

They looked around and noticed a few others on White Deer Street, but they didn’t seem out of the ordinary.

Still, those people’s gazes also fell on them, thinking that Ji Xue’s group, whose presence was more outstanding, had triggered the sound of deer calling.

"Junior Sister Ji..." Yun Zhiqiu looked at Ji Xue and smiled, "Did you trigger the Array on White Deer Street?"

"It shouldn’t...be..." Ji Xue felt very conflicted at this moment. She felt it wasn’t her, yet there was hope, suggesting it might be her.

She looked at Ji Feng and those around them; it was clear they could be ruled out.

She then looked at Li Fan and Liu Ji, but saw that Li Fan was looking at her, clearly not thinking it was him but her instead.

As for Liu Ji, being Li Fan’s maid, it was naturally unlikely.

As if everything pointed to her.

Li Fan was a bit frustrated at this moment as he too heard the sound. It was as though a divine deer was softly whispering in his ear, making him feel extremely comfortable.

That feeling was like welcoming his arrival.

Although he didn’t understand the reason for triggering the Array on White Deer Street, Li Fan suspected it was him.

After all, there were indeed many places in him that were different from others.

For example, he harbored a Demon within him.

Another, there was a Divine Sword within him!

So, who else could it be?

But regardless of the reason for its triggering, it was something Li Fan couldn’t disclose to others, so he immediately looked at Ji Xue.

"This Array on White Deer Street is truly peculiar," Li Fan thought to himself.

Beside him, Liu Ji saw Li Fan looking towards Ji Xue and couldn’t help but lower her head to chuckle softly.

Pretend!

She too saw Ji Xue not admitting it, yet still unable to hide a hint of heart flutter, finding it amusing.

Who doesn’t wish that the remarkable person is themselves?

Unfortunately, she was overthinking.

"Junior Sister Ji, if it’s not you, then it wouldn’t be anyone else," Yun Zhiqiu looked at Ji Xue, his eyes revealing some peculiarity, not expecting Ji Xue to be so outstanding?

The Ji Family is a family of Jiangzhou; perhaps she has talents different from ordinary people.

"Senior Brother Yun, don’t be so certain. People cannot be judged by appearances; it might be someone nearby," Ji Xue said softly.

Yun Zhiqiu smiled and said, "It could also be that Junior Sister Ji has some mystical quality that even she doesn’t realize."

Ji Xue asked herself, is that so?

Maybe, she hadn’t noticed it herself?

"When we reach Bai Lu Academy and meet the teachers, we’ll know," Yun Zhiqiu added, "or perhaps the triggering of the Array has already caught the attention of the teachers who noticed Junior Sister Ji’s arrival."

Ji Xue remained silent, not saying more, unsure of herself.

At this time, the pedestrians on White Deer Street came over, looking for the person who triggered the Array. Many eyes fell on Ji Xue’s group, and Li Fan quietly moved to a corner, not stealing Ji Xue’s limelight.

"Junior Sister, let’s go," Yun Zhiqiu said with a smile, and the group continued onwards.

Many even followed along, and someone curiously asked, "Are you academy students?"

"I’m Yun Zhiqiu of the academy."

"So it’s Mr. Yun. Do you know what happened with the Array?"

"I’m not sure specifically, but just now, as I entered White Deer Street with Junior Sister Ji, who is from the Ji Family of Jiangzhou City, an elder of the academy entrusted me to escort her here," Yun Zhiqiu said. The implication was clear to everyone, and many eyes turned to Ji Xue.

The group continued onwards, followed by a stream of people. Soon, some from the academy arrived, and someone asked, "Senior Brother Yun, who triggered the Array on White Deer Street?"

"I don’t know, but when the deer called, I had just entered White Deer Street with Junior Sister Ji," Yun Zhiqiu repeated.

"Maybe it was just a coincidence." Seeing the crowd’s eyes on her, Ji Xue felt a bit anxious.

As everyone moved forward, Ji Xue found herself like a star among the crowd.

Quickly, news spread on White Deer Street. Everyone knew that the daughter of the Ji Family from Jiangzhou City was going to Bai Lu Academy to study, causing the White Deer Street Array to activate.

This news was even spreading to other areas.

Bai Lu Academy, as a sacred place for cultivation in Jiangzhou, was renowned in Yun Meng City.

And as the ’culprit’ of this event, Li Fan quietly followed behind, even considering whether to slip away?

But Ji Feng was particularly enthusiastic, accompanying him and saying, "Brother Yang, I wanted to find an opportunity to match you with my sister, but now it seems there’s no hope."

"Is her talent truly so high?" Ji Feng was also somewhat doubtful.

"Brother Ji, don’t speak recklessly to cause Miss Ji’s displeasure with me," Li Fan said. Ji Feng was just talking; although he was straightforward, he wouldn’t really match his own sister with someone casually.

He just thought Li Fan didn’t have a chance anyway.

The group arrived at the residence arranged by the Ji Family, a very good location just under the Bai Academy. They could see the grand academy ahead by looking up.

Li Fan could see it at a glance, with the academy’s high-rise buildings resembling a book.

"Mr. Ji has arranged everything. Junior Sister will stay here today and go to the academy tomorrow," Yun Zhiqiu said, "Tonight I’ll host a welcoming dinner for Junior Sister Ji, and introduce Bai Academy and Yun Meng City."

"Thank you, Senior Brother Yun," Ji Xue gave a formal bow of thanks.

"Junior Sister Ji, there’s no need to be polite. Rest up, and I’ll come again this evening," Yun Zhiqiu said and then took his leave.

Two stone sculptures stood at the courtyard entrance, with six steps leading up. The large bronze door was open, and the group entered in single file.

This mansion was large, with hiding places and several detached courtyards within.

"This place is a bit small," Ji Feng said, seemingly not very satisfied.

"Do you think you’re in Jiangzhou City? Here on White Deer Street, having a place like this should be considered fortunate," Ji Xue said, "Once I enter the academy, Uncle Zhang will stay, and you should leave two more people to take care of daily affairs. The rest should return to Jiangzhou City."

"Understood," Ji Feng pouted.

"Brother Yang, choose a courtyard to live in," Ji Feng warmly offered.

Li Fan was thoughtful; the matters regarding the Array on White Deer Street made him feel it was best not to be associated closely with the Ji Family.

Not knowing if Bai Lu Academy could trace him through the Array.

While Li Fan was pondering, a figure appeared outside.

"Sir comes here?" Coachman Uncle Zhang asked.

"Just passing by," the person replied with a smile, casting their gaze inside.

Ji Xue and others were somewhat curious as they looked over, seeing a person dressed in a cyan long robe, with hair tied up by a crown, a tall and elegant figure with a gentle scholarly presence.

Upon first sight, Ji Xue could tell this person was extraordinary, and bowed, "Sir, please enter."

"Thank you," the middle-aged man courteously returned the gesture, entering the courtyard, assessing the group in front of him, and asked Ji Xue, "First time in Yun Meng City?"

"Yes, from the Ji Family of Jiangzhou City, here to study at Bai Lu Academy, planning to go to the academy tomorrow," Ji Xue said with a bow, speaking politely.

She sensed that the person might be from the academy.

Was it because of the Array, that he came to see her?

"This journey of thousands of miles, crossing mountains and wilderness, a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. Since you have stepped forward, you will surely gain," the man said with a smile. He looked at Ji Feng and Li Fan, smiling as he asked, "Are you here to study as well?"

"I would like to, but I fear the academy won’t accept me," Ji Feng replied with a laugh, "I’m here with my sister. If sir has connections, perhaps I could get in?"

"Ji Feng," Ji Xue glared at him.

"No harm done," the middle-aged man laughed heartily at Ji Feng’s words, then turned his gaze to Li Fan, with a focused look as he asked, "And you, young man?"

"In response to sir, I come from the wilderness, passing through Yun Meng City, staying for a while," Li Fan replied.

"Coming from the wilderness, you are not of the Ji Family?" the middle-aged man smiled and asked, "Just passing through, with no intention to study?"

"Brother Yang is a friend of the Ji Family, why not give him a chance to try the Academy?" Ji Feng suggested.

"Ji Feng, don’t be rude," Ji Xue was a bit helpless. What did her brother think he was?

Li Fan shook his head, "Perhaps a brief stay, then return to the wilderness for training."

"I see," the middle-aged man nodded slightly, then turned to Ji Xue, "You’ve traveled a long way, I’ll take my leave after interrupting your rest. Since you’re here to study, keep from arrogance, stay calm in all matters, and you’ll surely succeed. When you enter the Academy tomorrow, feel free to come to me."

"Thank you, sir," Ji Xue bowed deeply, her heart a bit excited.

The middle-aged man nodded with a smile, casting a quick look at Li Fan before leaving with a relaxed demeanor.

"Sister, this gentleman is surely an unusual person," Ji Feng stated, but Ji Xue didn’t respond, having realized this herself.

"Was his final remark a reminder not to be arrogant?" Ji Feng continued, "He clearly wants to recruit you as a disciple, indicating it’s truly you."

Ji Xue pondered, trying to understand the man’s words.

Waves formed in her heart.

But as the gentleman said, stay humble, and keep from arrogance and complacency.

Even if she had undiscovered talent, Bai Lu Academy was full of geniuses, and she needed to remain humble.