The Great Seminary

Chapter 346 Reminder
People are constantly changing as their living environment and personal circumstances change.

Seeing that Sun Chonghe, the once innocent and charming young lady from a refined family in the mortal world, had now become gentle yet firm, Zhang Gui shook his head and smiled, ceasing the argument.

Anyway, as a 'side character,' no one will pay attention to him after the banquet starts.

When people meet for the first time, they usually just eat, drink, and flirt to build rapport. Do you really think they'll hit it off immediately?

At most, it's just a chance to meet; having more friends means more opportunities in the future. Why hold a grudge?

And so, after several rounds of drinks and several dishes, the conversation continued.

Just as Zhang Gui had predicted, apart from two or three people who seemed to be naturally immature or arrogant, everyone drank alone in silence.

Everyone else was circling around Sun Chonghe.

Fortunately, the host, Chu Tianhe, was a very tactful person and would chat with Zhang Gui from time to time, so there were no awkward silences.

By evening, only leftover wine and cold food remained at the banquet.

Fresh fruits and vegetables were served.

According to the banquet etiquette of the underground world, the meal was considered finished with everyone enjoying themselves.

Zhang Gui imitated everyone else present, chewing on a piece of crisp radish, washing his hands with a cool, snow-white, damp cloth, and then getting up to leave his seat.

Everyone lingered at the table for several hours, drinking until their faces were flushed.

Even if the friendship is not genuine, we are still much more familiar with each other than when we first sat down.

When we left the restaurant and said goodbye, there was a touch more warmth and politeness between us.

Zhang Gui had come with Wu Quezi, but when they were leaving, Chu Hezi called Wu Quezi back, clearly indicating that the two disciples still had something to say to each other.

So Zhang Gui set off alone, strolling towards the 'plain' where his flying boat was parked.

The city of Poyuan Zuo is even more bustling at night than during the day.

After crossing two streets, the 'flat land' could be seen.

Sun Chonghe followed the crowd and somehow ended up next to Zhang Gui.

The two hadn't made an appointment, but Zhang Gui didn't mind and asked:
"Miss Chonghe, didn't you say you were going back to your 'quiet room' in your cave to meditate? Why are you wandering around looking for me again?"

"I'm here to remind you, those who consume Qi are gods!"

Sun Chonghe replied quietly, "If you want to hide your talents, then put some effort into it."

You used to eat too much, stand out too much, and be different from everyone else.

Now, however, they eat too little, yet they still stand out and are different from everyone else.

If you truly can no longer enjoy the comforts of everyday life, you might as well buy some fasting pills and pretend you've developed the habits of 'frugal eating, cherishing blessings, and cleansing your body' during your spiritual practice."

Zhang Gui was taken aback, then said angrily, "We haven't seen each other for a long time. Zhen Shijing must have told you about my increased appetite."

Can't you women, who are like best friends, talk about something more "nutritious" normally?
Talking about how much a grown man can eat is utterly pointless!

"How many 'big men' in the world can eat more than thirty pure meat pills in one meal?"

Sun Chonghe asked in return, expressionless:
"Such a strange thing, and it was done by a close friend of one of my sisters, how could I not tell her?"

"If you men were chatting casually and you knew a woman who could eat as much as a dragon or an elephant in one meal, would you keep quiet about it?"

Upon hearing this, Zhang Gui was speechless. Finally, he opened his mouth and said:

"I used to eat a hundred pure pills a day because it was hard to buy top-quality elixirs that nourished the body in the human world."

Actually, the nutrients from a hundred pure breast pills can be equaled by just one 'True Nourishing Pill'. Oh well.

There's no point in saying any more. In short, after thinking about it carefully, I still have to thank you for reminding me.

I'll pay attention to that in the future. Thank you, thank you so much.

“Ceyang Longhu, you’re a really strange person,” Sun Chonghe said with a peculiar expression.
"What does it mean to be a 'spirit-eater'?"
That's one of the thirty-three rules for becoming a 'True Seed'. I actually had a feeling you had the potential to become a 'True Seed', so it's not surprising.

What's strange is how your brain distinguishes between 'importance' and 'urgency'.

What's even stranger is that someone like you seems to be born with incredible luck, getting whatever you want!

“Miss Chonghe, since you reminded me once, I will return the favor once.”

If you have a narrow-minded perspective, be careful not to be plagued by inner demons.

We must understand that we live in a vast world with billions of compatriots. The more we focus on one particular person, the more we limit ourselves and get stuck in a rut.

But even if I am truly blessed with good fortune, what does that have to do with you?

Does that mean that if I ever lose my luck, you'll suddenly rise to great heights? That's utterly absurd!
Why not broaden your horizons and let all things vie freely under the frosty sky!

Zhang Gui thought for a moment, then said seriously,
"If one day I reach the peak, I will naturally stand out from the crowd and trample all those who want to step on me."

Sun Chonghe was stunned for a long time after hearing this, then suddenly sighed and said:

“As expected, extraordinary people must have extraordinary qualities. Sun Chonghe has learned a lot.”

"It's good that you've come to your senses," Zhang Gui said with a smile.

As they spoke, the two walked side by side to the entrance of the 'Pingdi'.

"Miss Okuriku, I'm going back to my farm. Let's say goodbye."

"Alright, I should go back to my 'quiet room' to cultivate now."

Dragon and Tiger: In our 'human' world, serving the emperor in the imperial court is like serving a tiger; the emperor has no personal feelings.

My great-grandfather served the Ming and Song dynasties, working tirelessly for three reigns until his death, but ultimately met a tragic end.

They even had no choice but to send me to the underground world.

Furthermore, those royal princes and nobles appear aloof and dignified.

In reality, it was a world of deceit and intrigue, with everyone scheming against each other.

When it comes to vying for the throne, they are so eager to devour each other alive.

The sects in the underground world are actually quite similar.

That's why I thought of joining forces with Senior Brother Chu and his gang of sect playboys, forming cliques, and taking advantage of each other.

Before I met you, I was even forced to offer some conditions that I could bear, or promises for the future.

I risked asking them to accompany me down into the underground cave to take a shortcut and learn the art of 'man and sword as one'.

But fate intervened and provided a better option…

Sun Chonghe was not a naturally cunning person after all. Once the mental barrier was removed, his attitude towards Zhang Gui quickly made a complete 180-degree turn.

He opened his heart and poured out his heart, finally declaring with great pride:
"I will send you the jade talisman for practicing the 'Compass Technique' first thing tomorrow morning."

"I'll also have a set of rare and ancient books that you might have brought from the underground world to read as leisure books copied for you."

Zhang Gui's nature is to reciprocate kindness; when others became generous and polite, he stopped being so reserved.

With an exceptionally sincere expression, he said, "In that case, I'm ready to accompany you down to the underground cave and up to the next level anytime."

"Mm." Sun Chonghe nodded heavily, feeling as if a huge weight had been lifted from his heart, a long-lost sense of ease.

Looking at Zhang Gui's solemn promise, a sudden idea popped into his mind.

"Longhu, since you plan to run a 'retirement court' at the 'Three Saints Sword Northern Sect' mountain gate, why not join the sect and become a free and unrestrained disciple?"

(End of this chapter)