Chapter 24 - 24: There Are Still Many Good People in This World

Why don't I... try bringing Diao Chan out next time? But at most, it can only divert my attention and cannot truly suppress the agitation of [Gluttony]. After being five or six tenths full, I still have to rely on willpower to fight against the madness of instincts. The real cure is still to enhance the [Dao Heart]! Zhu Haomiao had a vague premonition that as long as the level of [Dao Heart] surpassed [Original Sin], then it would become much easier for him. He wouldn't be in this current state, like a child riding a wild horse, about to be thrown off with a kick of its hoof, completely unable to control it! Sighing, Zhu Haomiao tidied up his mood and leisurely made his way to the school infirmary. "I thought you weren't coming today? Don't you have classes this afternoon?" In the infirmary, Nangong Su'e was still in her usual indolent manner, with a faint, indifferent smile at the corner of her lips, as if she had seen through worldly affairs, or maybe immersed in the tranquility of her inner world. Her graceful, voluptuous figure leaned back on an ergonomic chair, exuding a quiet, lazy charm that filled the room. She resembled a bored cat, sprawled on the chair, yawning lazily, drawing people irresistibly to her alluring charisma. "Uh... I do have classes, but I felt that getting a freebie—no, I mean, treating my body is more important!" It took a great deal of willpower for Zhu Haomiao to break free from the allure of Teacher Su'e's charm. He vaguely realized that the charm she unconsciously exuded must be of supernatural level; otherwise, he would not be so overwhelmed and frequently lose focus. Upon hearing this, Nangong Su'e rolled her eyes at him with mild annoyance, her coquettish glance making Zhu Haomiao's heart skip a beat again. "Lie down." "..." Why do all you women ask me to lie down? Am I a public restroom? Lie down whenever you want? Clenching his fists, Zhu Haomiao was momentarily angered, but then obediently lay down on the examination bed. On the other side, Nangong Su'e prepared the potion, coming over with the same colorful nutrient liquid as yesterday to hang it on the infusion stand. "From now on, attend your classes obediently, no skipping. Do you hear me?" While giving him an injection, Nangong Su'e kept nagging. "Oh..." As Zhu Haomiao lay by her side, listening to her continuous nagging and smelling the faint osmanthus fragrance she emanated, his heart gradually settled into peace and tranquility. Various bubbling desires that had been churning inside like boiling water slowly dissipated, and he unexpectedly found that serene, indifferent state he had in a past life. "Teacher Su'e..." "Hmm?" "Do you know any mentors above associate professor level?" "I am one, why?" "Ah??!!" Zhu Haomiao shot up before he could speak, but Nangong Su'e reached out with a slender finger and gently pressed him back down on the forehead. "Lie back and don't move!" "..." After she had taped the gauze to his hand, Zhu Haomiao finally spoke up. "Teacher, I want to participate in the [U18 Ascension Competition], can you help me?" "Huh? The registration is about to close, and you're only saying this now, all the domestic slots have been allocated." Looking at Zhu Haomiao strangely, Nangong Su'e pulled a chair over and sat beside him, explaining leisurely. "The [U18 Ascension Competition] is also called the [Hidden Dragon Ascension Competition] domestically. It's the opportunity for most prodigies to showcase themselves to the world for the first time." "Such an important competition is typically contested years in advance, gradually identifying the candidates. They've been rigorously trained since childhood for this day, why the sudden impulse to participate?" "I..." Zhu Haomiao opened his mouth but couldn't tell the truth, so he just bit his lip with a bitter smile. "I'm just... a bit anxious." Nangong Su'e rolled her eyes at him without ill intent, clearly sensing the boy's insincerity, and asked softly. "Are you really in such a hurry?" "Hmm?!" Noticing the softening in Teacher Su'e's tone, hope welled up in Zhu Haomiao's heart, and he nodded eagerly. "Really in a hurry!" "How urgent?" Facing Teacher Su'e's teasing glance, Zhu Haomiao was at a loss for several seconds. Finally, looking into her eyes, he spoke with determination as clear as if he were taking an oath. "Teacher, give me a chance, I really want to be a good person." "..." Seeing his earnest and slightly goofy expression, Nangong Su'e's lips trembled uncontrollably, unable to suppress it no matter what. "Pff~" Watching Nangong Su'e cover her mouth, her shoulders shaking with laughter, Zhu Haomiao was bewildered. No way, why is your sense of humor so weird? We're discussing something very serious! This could potentially relate to world peace! "Ahem ahem~" After a good while, Nangong Su'e finally calmed down, affectionately ruffling Zhu Haomiao's hair, displaying an expression of helplessness. "Hand over your student ID." "Huh? What for?" "Didn't you ask me to help you apply?" "Huh? Can you really do it?" Ecstatic, Zhu Haomiao quickly handed over the student ID hanging from his neck. Grinning~ Nangong Su'e gently pushed off from the ground with her feet, elegantly sliding her chair over to the table, picking up a tablet to operate it smoothly. "Zhu Haomiao... 16 years old..." "Enrolled at Central Supernatural Academy... Student ID number..." "Recommendation Reason... Wants to be a good person... Very urgent..." Hearing Nangong Su'e muttering such an odd recommendation reason to herself, Zhu Haomiao was silent behind her, his hand outstretched as if in protest, wanting to speak but holding back, ultimately keeping quiet. "Recommender... Nangong Su'e... Done!" She clicked to confirm and submit, then set the tablet down, turning to Zhu Haomiao with an OK gesture. "Thank you, Teacher Su'e, but regarding the recommendation reason... Emmm... Can that really pass the review?" "I wouldn't know about that." Nangong Su'e shrugged, her hands spread wide, with a wide-eyed expression of innocence. Despite her mature, charming aura, this childish gesture seemed to mesh without a hitch, lending her an unspeakable, endearing childishness, causing Zhu Haomiao's heart to race, leaving him speechless. Searᴄh the NôvelFire(.)net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. After a moment of silence, Zhu Haomiao gathered his emotions and spoke solemnly, looking into Nangong Su'e's eyes. "Regardless, thank you very much, Teacher Su'e." Nangong Su'e smiled sweetly, sliding her chair over to Zhu Haomiao, gently patting his head. "If you truly want to thank me, be that good person you spoke of." Finishing, Nangong Su'e returned the student ID to Zhu Haomiao, then with a light press of her finger, pushed him back onto the bed. "You're still on an IV, stay down!" "..." Lying in bed, watching Teacher Su'e glide her chair back to her desk to continue her work, Zhu Haomiao inexplicably felt a thread of belonging to this world. There really are more good people in this world...