"Even a gifted scholar like Junior Brother Zhu is worried about the team. I've already made an appointment with a few other students. If Junior Brother Zhu wants to join us, that's fine too. After all, Junior Brother Zhu is very strong. Everyone is very willing," Chu Yanyan said with a smile.
Zhu Minglang awkwardly scratched his head. He blamed himself for not attending classes and chatting with his classmates. His social circle was a bit narrow.
"We plan to depart early in the morning the day after tomorrow. Let's meet at the broken bridge then?" Chu Yanyan said.
"Alright. Thank you for taking me along, Senior Sister," Zhu Minglang said.
"Don't mention it. Our team's strength is mediocre. We'll have to rely on Junior Brother Zhu to show off his prowess if we encounter a Great Demon Beast," Chu Yanyan said very politely.
A humble smile appeared on Zhu Minglang's face.
"Oh, where's Teacher Bai Yishu?" Chu Yanyan suddenly remembered something and looked for Teacher Bai Yishu in front of the classroom. "Junior Brother Zhu, I'll talk to you later. I have a few questions to ask Teacher Bai Yishu …"
Before Zhu Minglang could say anything, Chu Yanyan quickly ran out of the classroom.
In fact, as soon as the class ended, many Senior Sisters and Junior Sisters followed Teacher Bai Yishu out. They also seemed to be muttering, "I have a few questions to ask." Chu Yanyan was afraid that there were no seats left.
Walking out of the classroom, Zhu Minglang could not help but sigh when he saw Teacher Bai Yishu surrounded by female students who were thirsting for knowledge.
In terms of appearance, they were on par, but in terms of knowledge, they were still lacking. He should also work hard to become a knowledgeable person …
… …
After returning to the courtyard, before Zhu Minglang entered the courtyard, he saw a thin figure at the entrance. He was standing in front of the door meticulously, as if he did not dare to disturb him, but he was very patient.
Zhu Minglang was a little surprised. He did not expect it to be this person.
"Brother Zheng." Zhu Minglang had a smile on his face. After all, this was someone he admired.
"Brother Zhu!" Zheng Yu was indeed like that. Even though they had met many times and were familiar with each other, he still maintained a serious etiquette.
Zhu Minglang followed suit and bowed.
Interacting with a person like Zheng Yu, he felt that his recklessness would be reduced by a lot.
Zhu Minglang said, "I still haven't thanked you in person for the Silver-Cyan Ore. Brother Zheng actually came to visit me first. I'm ashamed."
It should not have been long since the Wasteland mining started, but Zheng Yu had already sent over so much silver-green ore. It could be seen that he had spent a lot of effort in this area. Zhu Minglang was very grateful. If not for the silver-green dragon armor, he and Big Black-tooth might have met with misfortune.
"It's nothing. It's a gift in return. I've just finished mourning for Commander Ke Bei, but I don't know where Commander Duan Lan is, so I'd like to express my gratitude and apology in person … "Zheng Yu said.
Zhu Minglang thought that Zheng Yu was just saying it casually. He did not expect that Zheng Yu would really come all the way to Zulong City just to mourn for Ke Bei.
Taking a closer look at Zheng Yu, he found that Zheng Yu was indeed travel-worn, and there was a bit of fatigue on his face.
"Let's talk in my room first." Zhu Minglang led Zheng Yu to his room.
He poured a cup of hot tea for Zheng Yu. Zheng Yu's lips were slightly chapped.
He was a weak scholar to begin with, but he was too particular about his manners. He could have waited in the courtyard, but he kept standing at the door.
"Duan Lan's people have taken her back to recuperate. I've paid her a visit, but her people said that she needs to rest and is not suitable for guests. I couldn't meet her either," Zhu Minglang said to Zheng Yu.
"I've collected some money and bought some Lingzhi. I hope I can do something to help," Zheng Yu said.
"I'll bring it to Teacher Xiao Li in the sanatorium. She should be able to deliver it for you," Zhu Minglang said.
Xiao Li seemed to be closer to Duan Lan. As a woman, it would be easier for her to meet Duan Lan compared to the two men.
"Thank you, Brother Zhu." Zheng Yu stood up again.
"No, no, no. Sit down and catch your breath. Drink something warm to warm your body. You must be busy in Rong Gu City. Why did you come all the way here? You can just instruct your subordinates to do these things," Zhu Minglang said.
"I still have to come personally to mourn. Besides, Leader Zhang Tuo is indeed a capable person in the Wasteland. I don't have much to worry about. On the other hand, the opening of the mining route is imminent. I need to visit the city-state more often," Zheng Yu said.
"It's a good thing that the mining route is open. Ancestral Dragon City is rich, but ores have always been in short supply. We need to buy them from the neighboring cities at a high price …" Zhu Minglang said.
"Yes, Her Highness is far-sighted. She also hopes that I can settle the mining route between the city-state and the Wasteland as soon as possible. Unfortunately, it's quite troublesome. I originally wanted to go to the cities in the upper reaches of the Li River to contact my old friends and persuade the other City Lords, hoping that they would support the opening of the trade route. However, I've recently left the Demon Desolate Land. They have no interest in this matter. Even the soldiers don't dare to escort me. Sigh … "Zheng Yu said with a wry smile.
"You're just a scholar. You don't know martial arts or dragon herding. You could easily lose your life if you go to the upper reaches at this time," Zhu Minglang said in surprise.
"Even though I know that God decides everything, sometimes I still have to force myself … It's a pity that I can't have a long chat with Brother Zhu. I'll drink and chat with Brother Zhu after the trade route is open," Zheng Yu stood up. He was clearly thinking of a way to go to the upper reaches.
"Brother Zheng, don't be in such a hurry. Why don't you listen to my suggestion?" Zhu Minglang said.
Zheng Yu had already opened his hands and was about to cup them. He had no choice but to slowly sit back down.
"The day after tomorrow, I will head to the upper reaches with the other students of the academy. Our main goal is to protect the people and kill the wandering Man-eating Fiends. Brother Zheng can come with us. I'll be your guard," Zhu Minglang smiled.
Zheng Yu looked at Zhu Minglang, as if he was trying to see if Zhu Minglang had any intention of saying that. He did not wish to trouble Zhu Minglang because of his matters.
"I can't accept that," Zheng Yu said.
"The Dragon Tamer Academy has always been trying to get rid of the Demon Desolate Land. Our team will send you there. It's just a small matter," Zhu Minglang said.
"Oh, oh, oh. Then … then thank you so much, Brother Zhu," Zheng Yu stood up again and bowed seriously.
Zhu Minglang knew that Zheng Yu was a particular person, so he did not stop him.
It was indeed a small matter. They were going to visit several cities, and Zheng Yu wanted to persuade the various City Lords. It would be good to travel together. Zhu Minglang did not wish for Zheng Yu to die in the upper reaches. Even if there were soldiers protecting him, Zhu Minglang would not be at ease.
"In the future, if we want to call each other friends, there's no need to be so polite," Zhu Minglang said.
Zhu Minglang wanted to be friends with a friend like Zheng Yu.
"It's Zheng Yu's honor," Zheng Yu said.
"Not at all. I, Zhu Minglang, admire you," Zhu Minglang said.
"Admire what?" Zheng Yu suddenly raised his eyebrows, looking as if he already knew the answer.
Zhu Minglang was stunned.
Was he really not going to be so polite?
"You said before, 'I see that Brother Zhu is also a wise man.' I admire your discerning eyes," Zhu Minglang said.
Zheng Yu was also stunned.
The other party's skills were better than his.
Zheng Yu laughed dryly and clinked his teacup with Zhu Minglang. He drank the tea instead of wine.
… …
… …
Today was the day of departure. Zhu Minglang had just left the house when he saw Li Shaoying, who was in the house next door, also carrying his luggage. He looked like he was going on a long journey.
"Li Shaoying, have you finally been expelled by the academy?" someone in the courtyard mocked.
Li Shaoying was the kind of person who was easily provoked. His face immediately turned red as he explained angrily, "I'm going back to visit. My house is in the upper reaches of the city!"
"Oh, then you have to be careful. If anything happens to you, we won't have a regular handyman here anymore," the person continued.
The courtyard still maintained the fine tradition of having a competition every week. Li Shaoying could not take the provocation and participated every time. However, he always came in last and was responsible for cleaning the courtyard.
"Just you wait. I'll definitely cross the dragon gate before you all. When that time comes, you won't even be qualified to clean my shoes!" Li Shaoying rushed out of the door. His high-spirited words echoed in the courtyard for a long time.
The daily taunting became the most cheerful thing in the courtyard. Zhu Minglang shook his head. He felt that living in the courtyard was more lively.
Li Shaoying was not qualified, but he had applied to go home for a visit from the academy. There should be a team that would take him home. He did not have to worry too much about the journey.
… …
Zhu Minglang went to the White Cliff Bridge and saw that the others had already gathered there. Chu Yanyan and Zheng Yu were both there.
Chu Yanyan knew Zheng Yu. When she learned that he was going with them, she excitedly told the other students about Rong Gu City's magnificent feat.
There were some intermittent rumors about Rong Gu City's incident in Zulong City. However, most people did not understand how Rong Gu City survived the riot. When they heard that it was Zheng Yu who had used this method to stop the riot, the students were even more impressed.
Zheng Yu was a good talker. He soon became familiar with the students of the Dragon Herding Academy. They began to talk about the things that happened in the upper reaches of the city.
"Zhu Minglang, over here, we're over here!" Chu Yanyan reached out her slender arm and waved at Zhu Minglang. A few beautiful silver ornaments on her wrist were tinkling.
Many people had gathered here. Most of them were heading to the upper reaches of the city today.
When Zhu Minglang arrived, he noticed that there were not many people in the group. There were six people in total. Five of them were women, and one was a man. Including Zhu Minglang and Zheng Yu, the ratio of men to women was five to three.
"So you're Zhu Minglang?"
"You don't look strange, do you?"
"Are you really having an affair with Her Highness?
"How did you meet Her Highness?"
"Is Li Yunzi really the most beautiful woman in Zulong City? What do you think of me? Is she prettier, or am I?"
A few female classmates immediately asked. They did not give Zhu Minglang a chance to answer properly. They did not even need Zhu Minglang to answer. They asked all the questions they had in their hearts in one breath.
"Since everyone is here, let's go. We can't fall behind the others," the only male student said coldly.
"Sure, we'll follow Senior Brother Jin," Chu Yanyan said.
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