Chapter 267: Chapter 208: A Light Boat, A Light Heart

Chen Yi knew full well how many people were looking for him.

He could count them on his fingers.

There were Chen Yunfan, Cui Qingwu, and Fang Hongxiu, the Hundred Households from the Imprisonment Department, all of whom he had drugged unconscious.

There were the Xiao Family’s Hidden Guards he had saved, and even the Xiao Family’s old master and Xiao Jinghong were looking for him.

And then there were the Hidden Guard Lou Yuxue and her people.

Fortunately, his identity hadn’t been exposed, so for the time being, he didn’t have to worry about them targeting him.

So, he was able to spend the afternoon peacefully cultivating the Four Symbols Skill.

He was now not far from the Upper Sixth Grade and estimated he could break through in another day or two.

He should be able to do it before the Mid-Autumn Festival.

After assessing his Cultivation progress, Chen Yi summoned the glowing screen to take a look.

He skipped past the Daos of chess, calligraphy, medicine, and martial arts and their corresponding Technique Realms, his gaze falling on the final line:

[Opportunity: 488]

’488... The higher the Dao Realm, the more Opportunity points it requires.’

’Excluding my Saber Dao, which is still at Minor Success, and my Calligraphy Dao, which has already reached the Perfection Realm, the rest of my Daos are all at the Great Success Realm.’

’And to raise any one of them to Perfection requires a thousand Opportunity points.’

Chen Yi shook his head to himself. If he relied solely on Opportunity points, how long would it take to raise all his Daos to Perfection?

’The fastest way is still through an epiphany, just like what happened with my Calligraphy Dao.’

’But epiphanies require the right trigger. They’re a matter of chance, not something he can control.’

’I’ll just have to keep up my Cultivation. That’s the only way to create opportunities.’

Chen Yi looked out the window at the rain falling from the dim sky and sighed softly.

’Even though Xiao Jinghong isn’t in the Prefecture City right now, Xie Tingyun is still here in Jiaxing Garden.’

’Practicing Fist Technique, Spear Technique, or Saber Technique would cause too much of a commotion. There’s no way he could hide that from the Eldest Senior Sister of the Celestial Sect.’

’Looks like I’ll have to get Wang Ji to find another secluded residence tomorrow, one specifically for practicing Martial Arts.’

As these thoughts ran through his mind, Chen Yi raised his Saber Dao to Great Success.

The profound mysteries of the Saber Dao, as vast and powerful as a great river, instantly flooded his mind before gradually settling.

After a moment of simple comprehension, a smile touched Chen Yi’s lips.

’If I can fully master these profound mysteries before my duel with Liu Lang, I can use him to test my new skills.’

’I’m sure the look on his face will be priceless.’

Chen Yi laughed, then shook his head, pushing the mischievous thought aside.

He knew exactly where the "Madman" in "Saber Madman" came from.

’If Liu Lang found out he’d also achieved Great Success in the Saber Dao, he’d probably pester him for a duel every single day.’

Just then, the sound of footsteps came from downstairs.

Xiaodie knocked on the door and said, "Young Master, the Eldest Miss invites you to Jiaxing Garden for dinner."

Chen Yi called back, "I’ll be right there," changed into a light robe, and headed straight for Jiaxing Garden with Xiao Wuge and Xiaodie.

「During the meal.」

Xiao Wan’er took out the booklet she had updated that afternoon and asked for Chen Yi’s opinion.

Chen Yi flipped through it and was mostly full of praise.

"As it stands, the charter for the Medical Dao Academy is already quite comprehensive. The remaining details can be adjusted once the physicians are in place."

A smile graced Xiao Wan’er’s face. After carefully putting the booklet away, she said, "I’ll go talk to Grandfather about it later and see if he agrees."

"The old master is a magnanimous man. I’m sure he won’t refuse."

"I hope so. I’m just worried my preparations aren’t sufficient and that I’ll be stumped by Grandfather’s questions. Actually..."

Chen Yi understood her implication. He thought for a moment, then shook his head. "Eldest Sister, you compiled the charter for the Medical Dao Academy from start to finish all by yourself."

"Even if the old master asks about certain details, just answer him truthfully. If his points are reasonable, add them to the charter. If they’re unreasonable..."

He paused, then looked at Xiao Wan’er encouragingly. "I’m sure you’ll find a way to persuade the old master."

Xiao Wan’er met his gaze and said hesitantly, "I’ll give it a try."

Chen Yi nodded and said with a smile, "While the academy is still in its early stages, there’s no harm in gathering opinions from many sources."

"You gain clarity by listening to all sides, after all."

"Besides, if we can’t find a suitable Medical Saint Hand later on, you can serve as the dean for the time being, Eldest Sister. That would be enough to get the academy up and running."

Xiao Wan’er, who already lacked confidence, shook her head repeatedly upon hearing this. "No, I couldn’t..."

She blushed and said, "My knowledge of Medical Skill is superficial at best. How could I possibly take on the role of dean? I would just be leading the students astray."

Chen Yi’s tone grew more serious. "The main reason to have a Medical Saint Hand as dean is to better attract students who are passionate about the Medical Dao." 𝒻𝓇𝑒𝘦𝘸𝑒𝒷𝓃ℴ𝑣𝘦𝑙.𝒸ℴ𝘮

"The actual teaching will mostly be handled by the instructors."

"Take Mr. Yue Ming of Guiyun Academy, for example. His scholarship is passable, but he’s not proficient in Music, Chess, Calligraphy, or Painting. And when it comes to teaching, he has no idea how to tailor his methods to his students’ aptitudes."

"If he can be the dean, why can’t you, Eldest Sister?"

Xiao Wan’er couldn’t help but let out a small laugh at hearing him speak of Mr. Yue Ming that way. As if realizing it was improper, she quickly suppressed her smile and said:

"Mr. Yue Ming is still a learned man. Otherwise, why would all those scholars be vying to study under him?"

"His scholarship is mediocre at best... Never mind him. In any case, could you at least consider my proposal as a backup plan, Eldest Sister?"

"If we really can’t find a Medical Saint Hand to head the academy, it wouldn’t be good to leave the dean’s position vacant."

After some persuading, Xiao Wan’er finally gave a slight nod. "That’s a matter for later. I’ll ask for Grandfather’s opinion first."

After she spoke, she seemed to remember something and turned to Chen Yi.

"If this plan succeeds, I’m afraid I won’t be able to manage the affairs of the medicine halls as well."

Chen Yi raised an eyebrow slightly, understanding she was referring to the expansion of Hundred Herbs Hall.

"The few medicine halls here in the Prefecture City, with those medicinal teas you’ve introduced, should be able to guarantee a steady income."

"As for Hundred Herbs Hall’s expansion, it shouldn’t need the family’s help in the early stages. That Boss Chen should be able to handle it."

"The family will only need to step in when he runs into trouble he can’t solve on his own. When that time comes, you can handle it as you see fit, Eldest Sister."

After a pause, Chen Yi continued, "If you’re still worried, Eldest Sister, you could also assign someone to oversee the Hundred Herbs Hall expansion. From what I’ve seen, those few shopkeepers from before are all quite sharp-witted."

Xiao Wan’er thought for a moment before nodding. "You’re very thoughtful, Brother-in-law. It’s just..."