Ms. Diviner: The Prodigal Daughter's Return

Chapter 1154: Chapter 1154: He Gave Her Such a Precious Gift

”Does Young Master Mu look down on me? Although I, Zhou Wuqing, might not be renowned, when it comes to the Array Formation, I am not necessarily weaker than other teachers. Even if Lord Gan and Lord Tian make things difficult for me, I am not afraid of them,” Zhou Wuqing said confidently, waving his sleeve.

Han Yan’s eyes lit up. From Zhou Wuqing’s tone, he evidently had enough confidence in his Array Formation skills, not inferior to Gan Qiyi. Han Yan had met such high-level experts before, possessing astonishing skills but indifferent to fame and fortune, hence their low profile.

However, such experts either hide in seclusion or among the world. Zhou Wuqing in front of him was likely the latter.

”Lord Zhou has misunderstood. I am not even a beginner in Array Formations. How dare I look down on you? In truth, I just want to quickly learn the most basic Array Formation techniques. What you are explaining is still a bit too profound for me,” Han Yan tactfully refused, though he speculated that Zhou Wuqing’s expertise might be on par with Gan Qiyi. If guided sincerely by him, Han Yan’s future achievements in Array Formation could be limitless.

The Array Map of the Heavenly Sword Seven Killings Array dwelt in her mind, so now she wanted to swiftly master the foundational Array Path to deduce the Array Principles and comprehend the Star Falling Eight Desolate Sword. Zhou Wuqing’s step-by-step teaching method was excellent for others but a bit time-consuming for her.

”I heard you solved the Heavenly Sword Seven Killings Array yesterday. Though the array was old and in disrepair, not everyone could unravel it. With such talent, it would be a pity to only learn the most basic Array Formation techniques,” Zhou Wuqing advised, puzzledly looking at Han Yan.

”Master Zhou, you might not know, but our Mu Family has a hereditary Array Formation technique. I managed to crack the Heavenly Sword Seven Killings Array thanks to that, and also due to some serendipity. However, the Mu Family’s hereditary Array Formation technique is too profound. Having never studied arrays before, it’s challenging to comprehend. That’s why I want to practice the most basic Array Path to comprehend the Mu Family’s hereditary Array Formation technique,” Han Yan acknowledged Zhou Wuqing’s kind intentions without directly refusing him but fabricated a reason.

”Ah, I see,” Zhou Wuqing nodded in realization.

The Mu Family was one of the Eight Great Families of Anyun City. Ten thousand years ago, it was even one of the two great families, unmatched by any others. It was only logical for them to have a hereditary Array Formation technique, so Zhou was not suspicious at all.

”In that case, I won’t insist. Here’s this book, ’Array Dao Secret,’ take it and comprehend it on your own,” Zhou Wuqing thought for a moment and then handed an ancient book to Han Yan.

”Lord Zhou, you’re too kind. This ’Array Dao Secret’ is too valuable, how could I accept it?” Han Yan declined humbly.

The book ’Array Dao Secret’ had a yellowing cover, faintly emitting a sealed aura, evidently ancient. It survived to this day due to the protection of the seal, and Zhou Wuqing carried it with him, showing how much he treasured it. Han Yan felt uncomfortable accepting something so dear to him.

”Haha, this ’Array Dao Secret’ is no secret manual. The academy bookstore sells it, and it’s available in outside bookstores too. This one is just older. Don’t be fooled by its worn appearance,” Zhou Wuqing chuckled.

”Lord Zhou speaks the truth. I’ve also seen ’Array Dao Secret’ in the academy bookstore,” Tan Yu added in explanation.

”Then thank you, Lord Zhou.” Hearing Tan Yu say so, Han Yan no longer stood on ceremony. Habitually refusing would indeed seem disdainful.

”It’s just an elementary Array Formation ancient book, no need to be so formal,” Zhou Wuqing waved his hand casually.

Upon receiving the ’Array Dao Secret,’ Han Yan bid farewell to Zhou Wuqing and returned to Wenjian Valley.

After all, it’s merely the most basic introductory Array Formation ancient book, available anywhere, so Han Yan need not worry about Gan Qiyi and his apprentice berating Zhou Wuqing. It’s unlikely other Array Masters would ostracize him over such a trifle.

After dinner, everyone practiced on their own, and Han Yan returned to her room to start reading the ’Array Dao Decision.’

Upon opening the book, Han Yan was utterly astonished, her fingers even slightly trembling.

Zhou Wuqing did not lie. This ’Array Dao Decision’ is indeed a common Array Formation book, not only sold in the academy bookstore but also obtainable in outside bookstores with some effort.

However, Zhou Wuqing didn’t reveal to Han Yan that this ’Array Dao Decision’ contained the notes and insights from generations of Zhou Wuqing’s predecessors, with writing varying in depth, evidently passed down for decades.

Judging by the handwriting, many predecessors made notes more than once; initial insights when first learning Array Formation, different insights upon mastering, and yet deeper insights upon achieving mastery, all recorded in this ’Array Dao Decision.’

On the surface, this ’Array Dao Decision’ is merely a basic Array Formation book, almost an introductory reader, but it encompasses the essence of Zhou Wuqing’s predecessors’ lifelong efforts, truly a comprehensive work.

Gently flipping through the ’Array Dao Decision,’ Han Yan made yet another startling discovery. The seal not only protected the ancient book from the ravages of time but also had the function of storing space; otherwise, binding all the notes from predecessors together would have amounted to several feet thick, impossible for portable carrying.

In Han Yan’s mind appeared again the serene and transcendent smile of Zhou Wuqing, evoking immense gratitude within her.

Unexpectedly, merely out of an apology and some regret, Zhou Wuqing gifted her such a remarkable book. Such character and conduct indeed embody the true spirit of a mentor.

Previously, due to Nie Fangsheng’s troubles and Tian Wenliang’s malice, Han Yan had a poor opinion of Longyan Academy’s mentors, perceiving them as perhaps powerful but only nominally virtuous.

Now she realized her perspective was somewhat biased. Among Longyan Academy’s mentors, though there were those morally bankrupt like Tian Wenliang, there were also kind and virtuous figures like Zhou Wuqing.

Unconsciously, Han Yan finally developed some sense of belonging and recognition for Longyan Academy.

In the days that followed, Han Yan decided not to bother visiting the Array Dao Hall, endure others’ looks or sarcasm, and instead stayed at Wenjian Valley, independently comprehending the ’Array Dao Decision.’

In her spare time, she also guided Tan Yu and the Yu Shulin Feng brothers in their cultivation. Although taking them as disciples was merely to avoid seeing them pitifully expelled from Longyan Academy, since they hold the title of master and disciple, Han Yan could not bear to see them squander their time.