In the depths of the dense forest, Huang Ye looked around to ensure no one was there before stripping down to just a pair of shorts for modesty.

This was a method he had come up with after much thought, not because he was reluctant to part with his clothes, but because he couldn't handle his roommates' enthusiasm.

Every time he returned from body training, they would strip him and take turns washing his clothes.

Even with the combined shamelessness of two lifetimes, he couldn't endure this daily routine.

So he simply stripped down, knowing that in the depths of the forest, no one would come by at night.

Those students who were in love would only venture to the outskirts of the forest.

Two hours later, Huang Ye was satisfied as he looked at his increasingly sturdy flesh.

The first time he collided, he used only ten percent of his strength; now he could use thirty percent.

The first time, he was covered in bruises and bloodstains, but now it was hard to break through unless he increased his strength.

He seriously suspected he was becoming addicted, feeling uncomfortable if he didn't crash into something hundreds of times a day.

After washing up, he saw that the three were already asleep and quietly left the house.

After leaving the academy, he headed towards the City Lord's mansion.

Once again reaching the forest outside the mansion, he avoided the patrolling guards and climbed over the wall into the mansion.

Returning to his small courtyard, he didn't go in directly but instead hid nearby.

This late-night return was to see if anyone continued to monitor the place after he left.

If there was someone, it meant Qing'er and Yue'er were also their targets. If something happened to him, they might be in danger.

After quietly lurking for half an hour, aside from two guards patrolling past, there was nothing unusual.

Only then did Huang Ye feel at ease.

He slipped into the courtyard and pushed the door open.

"Who's there?" The voices of two women came.

"Shh! It's me."

"Ah! Young master is back!"

Yue'er got out of bed and lit the lamp.

Huang Ye looked at the two of them in their disheveled state, a puzzled look in his eyes.

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But he didn't ask; he understood the scene. This way, he didn't have to worry about being cuckolded while he was away.

"Did you miss me?"

"Of course, we missed you every day!" The two of them checked Huang Ye up and down to see if he was missing any parts.

"Young master, isn't it dangerous for you at the academy?" Yue'er asked.

"It's okay. Their people have appeared at the academy, but they haven't acted yet. They might be waiting for an opportunity."

"I came back to make sure you two are safe. Only then can I feel at ease fighting them."

"I heard the Second Madam went back to her family a few days ago. She might be seeking help from them," Qing'er said.

"Oh! What kind of people are her family?"

"Her family is the Qu family, ranked third among the four major families in Silver Moon City."

"The strength of the four families is not weak, even the City Lord gives them some respect."

"It seems there are quite a few capable people in the City Lord's mansion. Do the First Madam and Third Madam also have families?"

"We don't know about that. The First Madam's background is very mysterious; she has been with the City Lord for a long time."

"The Third Madam is said to be not from Silver Moon City, so no one knows about her."

"Uh, these people's backgrounds are quite complicated. It seems I really need to be careful."

"Yes, young master, please be safe. If you can't win, just run. Run far away and don't worry about us."

"As long as you're alive, they probably won't touch us."

"Don't worry, I have my plans. I won't leave unless absolutely necessary."

"Young master, are you staying here tonight?" Qing'er bravely asked.

"Yes, I must stay. I'll leave before dawn."

"Great, let's practice."

"You two are a bit too eager. Aren't you curious about my life at the academy?"

"Young master, time is precious. As long as you're safe, your life there doesn't matter."

With that, the two women surrounded Huang Ye on the bed, and the small courtyard, quiet for days, was once again filled with passion.

Before dawn, Huang Ye left the courtyard satisfied, and the two women continued to sleep contentedly.

Absence makes the heart grow fonder, and this cyclical training method was effective.

Unfortunately, he couldn't come back every day. Walking by the river often, one is bound to get their feet wet.

Occasionally returning was fine, but if he came back every day and the City Lord found out, he would definitely become suspicious. If he saw Huang Ye's strength, it would be even worse.

When he returned to the dormitory, the three were still sleeping like logs.

Huang Ye didn't sleep; he felt his body was still excited. He sat cross-legged on the bed, continuing to cultivate while also summarizing the past few days.

His hidden weapon skills had improved significantly, and he got along well with Tang Xin.

But Father Tang clearly didn't like him, making his plan to target Tang Xin more difficult.

He had intended to discuss advanced hidden weapons and poison path knowledge with her in the next few days.

He wasn't sure if her attitude towards him would change. He would take it one step at a time.

Once he got his first pot of gold, he planned to further his studies in the internal skill class and deal with those guys.

After the morning hidden weapons class, Huang Ye was called to the back hall again.

Seeing Tang Xin's hesitant expression, Huang Ye spoke first.

"Honey Teacher, I've completed my task. Shouldn't you fulfill your promise?"

This sentence calmed Tang Xin's chaotic thoughts a bit.

She took out a pouch from her bosom, counted five silver notes, and handed them to Huang Ye.

"Do you like money that much?"

"Teacher, this is my hard-earned reward. I must take what's rightfully mine."

"Aren't you curious about what happened yesterday?"

"Teacher, if you want to say it, you will. If you don't, asking won't help."

"In my eyes, improving my strength is my ultimate goal; everything else is just fleeting clouds."

"Then why are you so attached to those two maids?"

"Because they have been kind to me."

"Do you have any thoughts about me?"

"Of course, you're excellent. Although not as good as me, you're still a good match. But I don't want to force anyone."

Tang Xin, surprisingly, didn't retort. She just said softly:

"My father doesn't want me to be with you. He says you're dangerous."

"Haha, your father means it's dangerous to be around me, right?"

Tang Xin's eyes lit up.

"You know your situation?"

"What do you think?"

"Indeed, my father said you came to the Martial Arts Academy to avoid disaster."

"You're wrong. I'm here to study sincerely."

"The danger your father mentioned is nothing to me. If they dare to come, I don't mind making them regret coming to this world."

With that, he released his aura.

Tang Xin looked at Huang Ye in shock. She felt the aura just now, and it made her feel fear.

"What level are you?"

"I don't know either, but I can tell you, you can't beat me."

"Impossible, I'm a Martial King at the third level, a master of hidden weapons."

"Heh, do you think your hidden weapons can harm me?"

"Hmph, what you've seen can't harm you. You've read the textbooks. Can you be sure you can dodge high-level hidden weapons?" Tang Xin pouted.

"I can't guarantee it, but as long as your hidden weapons aren't poisoned, even if they hit me, it's useless."

"Even if they're poisoned, before I die, I can kill you."

Tang Xin's big, bright eyes widened, and her little temper flared up. She raised her small hand to smack Huang Ye on the head.

Huang Ye instinctively moved, dodging the blow.

"You little brat, you dare to dodge your teacher."

Huang Ye wore a bitter expression. This girl, knowing she couldn't hit him, played the teacher card.

Tang Xin rushed over, and this time Huang Ye didn't dodge, letting her smack his head several times.

As she hit him, she muttered, "I'll teach you to kill, dare to kill the teacher, you little brat, don't you know to respect your teacher?"

"Teacher, I surrender!"

Seeing Huang Ye admit defeat, Tang Xin finally withdrew her hand.