Transmigrated as the Treacherous Official's Childhood Sweetheart-Chapter 258: Return to Dragon Tiger Mountain with Me

Noon.

After finishing lunch, Shen Chen headed towards Qingqiu Courtyard.

That was the residence of the State Preceptor, where the two had agreed to meet at noon.

As one of the ten disciples, Shen Chen usually practiced at Qi Yun Courtyard and rarely came here. This was true not just for him, but for all the disciples of Qi Yun Courtyard, who almost never visited.

Princess Qinglian, however, treated Qingqiu Courtyard as her second home and even had a small room there.

There were some wayward scholars spreading rumors, saying that Pei Wanmu disregarded propriety and was too close to the young girl, with words implying illicit liaisons.

For a woman, this was undoubtedly an insult.

Later, it was unclear what method the State Preceptor used, but the rumors ceased to spread.

The Little Traitor pushed open the wooden doors and entered, closing them behind him.

The courtyard was a classic residence, with covered verandas and side rooms on both sides, a flowerbed in the center, a few potted flowers and plants above, and a plum tree in the corner. The flowering period was not yet over, and it was the most flourishing plant in the courtyard.

The entire courtyard appeared ancient and serene, and the presence of this plum tree added a touch of vitality to the place.

"Come in."

A magnetic male voice came through, though the person was unseen, only the voice could be heard.

There was a rumor among the people: sitting in the Jade Pavilion, understanding the affairs of the world, observing the wind and clouds, calculating the future.

The State Preceptor possessed autumn water-like clarity in his eyes and jade-like bones, with elegant whiskers and phoenix eyes, beauty and intellect combined. Through these times of interaction with the State Preceptor, Shen Chen felt that he was quite remarkable.

He walked casually to the main door.

The host was dressed in a snow-white robe with straight collar, the fabric draped excellently, and at his waist was a perfectly crafted round jade pendant of ink, red, and green. His face was as beautiful as a jade, seated elegantly in the center main seat.

Upon seeing the visitor, Xiao Shuxuan opened his mouth: "Xiao Chen is here, please sit."

The affectionate appellation caused a momentary pause for the little figure at the door.

The State Preceptor had previously seemed to either directly call him or refer to him as Shen Chen, why the sudden change in manner?

His doubts quickly faded away as he stepped through the doorway and chose a seat near the main seat, sitting relaxedly.

No one spoke first.

Pei Wanmu, in a leisurely manner, with gracefully lowered eyelids, his long and elegant fingers moving as fluid as clouds and water, brewed himself a cup of tea and said plainly, "Do you want some tea?"

The sound drew him to raise his head.

The slender and icy youth seated at the secondary position had lively eyes, shook his head, and replied, "No, thank you."

He sighed slightly in his heart, eager to start the main topic.

Yet, outwardly, he appeared composed and very patient.

After drinking the tea in the Furong White Jade Cup, Pei Wanmu placed the cup on the table and slowly opened his mouth, "Are you glad to become my closed-door disciple?"

The Little Traitor was taken aback, um, this question...

"The State Preceptor calculates the world, possesses talent and intelligence, becoming your disciple is naturally a joy."

The man on the main seat nodded in satisfaction, "Among the ten disciples, the one I initially favored was not you, but our destiny charts perfectly match. You carry the Lone Star of Killing, and in the future, you will advance swiftly in the court."

Advance swiftly in the court?

In Shen Chen’s mind, he recalled the delicate little girl who once confidently said: In the future, if anything happens, the Ye Mansion will support you, and you can use my name, Ye Zhi, to back you up. Shen Chen, I will rally the power of the Ye Mansion to help you advance swiftly in the court.

Pei Wanmu continued, "Your fate differs from others, and in the coming years, it is not suitable for you to stay in the Capital City. If you wish to keep your friends safe, come with me to Dragon Tiger Mountain. I will treat you as my closed-door disciple and teach you diligently. How much you learn will depend on your abilities."