On a soft patch of grass, the girls of Skywater Academy's idol group sat in a circle alongside Qi Lin and Gu Yuena.
Once the girls learned that Qi Lin was actually younger than most of them—and lacked both the pride typical of a genius and the sternness of a teacher—they completely relaxed.
Everyone knew that, in certain situations, girls could be even more daring than boys. Especially in a secluded all-girls academy like Skywater… wasn't it practically a nunnery?
Qi Lin instantly became the darling of the entire group—their eyes gleaming as they chatted boldly and freely around him.
Their leader, Shui Bing'er, was soon met with a round of playful scolding.
From the other girls' perspective, Shui Bing'er had deliberately made them treat Qi Lin with the respect reserved for a senior or a teacher, clearly so she could keep him to herself.
Being bombarded by teasing from her sisters, Shui Bing'er's face turned red with embarrassment.
Always composed and reserved, she wasn't good at pretending. Her act immediately fell apart under the scrutiny of her friends.
The girls of Skywater Academy were in an uproar.
What had started as a joke about Shui Bing'er wanting him all to herself suddenly seemed… true!
"We're sisters—we share everything. But you're playing mind games behind our backs?"
"Acting all high and mighty, telling us to treat him with respect in public… and then planning to get all lovey-dovey with him in private?"
"Sis, don't blame us if we start fighting for our man!"
Whoever gets him, wins!
Especially Shui Yue'er—Shui Bing'er's younger half-sister—who went after Qi Lin openly and aggressively.
Shui Yue'er was a notorious face-con (obsessed with looks). Qi Lin's appearance and temperament had completely mesmerized her. She kept inching closer to him, giving her sister no face at all.
As for Qi Lin himself, being surrounded by beautiful girls with lively charm—he was having the time of his life!
At some point, someone took the lead, stepping out into the center. With everyone's eyes on her, she began twisting her waist and dancing gracefully.
Her exquisite features, long white legs, and vibrant youthful moves made Qi Lin cheer and applaud.
This trip to Skywater Academy had definitely been worth it!
The seven members of the Skywater idol group—Shui Bing'er, Shui Yue'er, Xue Wu, Yu Hairou, Shen Liuyu, Gu Qingbo, and Qiu Ruoshui—took turns dancing. First solo, then in pairs, trios, quintets, and finally a full seven-girl group performance.
Qi Lin was utterly dazzled.
Among them, Xue Wu and Shui Yue'er were the most daring.
Especially Xue Wu—midway through her dance, she suddenly glided over to Qi Lin and began performing right in front of him. Her tall, sultry figure nearly pressed against him multiple times.
This was classic "sword dancing to the Duke of Pei"—flirting under the guise of a performance!
Not to be outdone, Shui Yue'er mimicked her and began dancing seductively around Qi Lin as well.
But her bubbly, cutesy style couldn't quite compete with Xue Wu's natural allure, making her performance look a bit awkward in comparison.
Seeing this, Shui Bing'er realized that Xue Wu was serious about Qi Lin.
So, she let go of her reservations and joined the contest herself.
Now it truly looked like two goddesses vying for a man.
From the distant school building, the principal of Skywater Academy stood side by side with Xue Han, both gazing toward Qi Lin's group.
"This Teacher Qi Lin is really popular," the principal said with a laugh.
Xue Han nodded, adding, "You know how it is—these girls rarely even see boys their age. Now suddenly they meet someone this exceptional. How could they not be tempted?"
The principal nodded in agreement.
"Thirteen years old, Spirit Power at Rank 70, and capable of erupting with strength equal to a Titled Douluo…"
"Even that renowned Haotian Douluo couldn't compare to him at the same age!"
"Tell me, could this Qi Lin be the reincarnation of a god?"
"Otherwise, I just can't believe a talent like this could exist in the world!"
Xue Han was momentarily stunned by this idea—but the more she thought about it, the more plausible it seemed.
"What a pity…" she said playfully, "I'm already old—my daughter's nearly twenty. Otherwise, I might have tried to taste that little guy myself."
"Then, when he becomes a god, I could say I'd once slept with a deity!"
She chuckled to herself. Though she looked only in her thirties thanks to slow aging among soul masters and good maintenance, she was already forty-eight.
Her daughter? None other than Xue Wu!
Well, that dream was out of reach for her—but thinking of her daughter's personality, and then of Qi Lin's nature… she felt the odds weren't bad.
Qi Lin originally planned to stay at Skywater Academy for just three or four days, but in the end, he remained for a full week. It truly was: so much joy, he forgot to go home.
You could hardly blame him. The Skywater girls were just too enthusiastic. And those dances… dazzling!
In the end, Qi Lin simply couldn't resist and extended his stay.
Of course, he didn't freeload the whole time.
During that week, he played guest instructor for the Skywater idol group and even passed on a simplified version of his soul power cultivation technique.
Once the girls realized how powerful and rare that method was, they were not only grateful—they became incredibly affectionate.
Xue Wu, in particular, tried to sneak into Qi Lin's room in the middle of the night… only to be caught and knocked out cold by Gu Yuena.
Qi Lin, of course, had no idea any of that had happened.
So when he saw Xue Wu's resentful, longing gaze the next morning, he was totally confused.
On the eighth day, Qi Lin finally took his leave. The Skywater idol group all wore expressions of deep reluctance. One by one, they each kissed him on the cheek.
Fragrant breezes filled the air—it was enough to make any onlooker envious!
Even the coachman assigned to Qi Lin by Qian Renxue was utterly stunned by the sight, inhaling sharply.
"A true role model for us men!"
"How did he manage this?"
"Is being handsome and talented really a free pass to do anything?"
Standing before Qi Lin, Shui Bing'er said, "In a while, I'll apply to transfer to Heaven Dou Academy as an exchange student."
In her heart, she had already considered Qi Lin her fiancé. She had said she would devote herself to him—and she intended to keep that promise. Naturally, she wanted to spend more time with him.
That's the benefit of being both handsome and gifted.
If it were someone else, would Shui Bing'er have made such a promise so readily?
Beside her, Shui Yue'er whispered, "Brother Qi Lin, I'll come with my sister to see you!"
Qi Lin smiled gently. "Then I'll be waiting for you at Heaven Dou Academy."
Truth be told, the Skywater girls' hot dance performances really were worth seeing.
"Alright, I'm off for now. Until next time!"
Qi Lin waved to them, then boarded the carriage with Gu Yuena.
"Goodbye!"
As the carriage pulled away, the seven girls of the Skywater idol group gathered again, chatting nonstop.
They were clearly a bit heartbroken to see him go.
Having overheard the conversation between the Shui sisters, the others immediately began protesting.
"Big Sis, don't you dare leave us behind to hog him all for yourself again! If we're going to Heaven Dou Academy, we all go together!"
"Plus, we can check out the battle team members of this year's Heaven Dou Academy!"
"Exactly!"