At the moment when Tang San and Tang Hao, who was hiding in the dark, were both dumbfounded, Ling Yun faintly sensed a fluctuating aura stirring in the shadows.
Therefore, Ling Yun could confirm that Tang Hao had not left.
This was even better for him — taking Tang Hao's son as his adopted son right in front of Tang Hao.
To Tang Hao, it wouldn't cause much harm, but the insult would be immense.
However, if Ling Yun successfully took Tang San as his adopted son, Tang Hao would undoubtedly feel even more assured entrusting Tang San to him for guidance.
After all, the upper three sects had always shared the same breath and stood united. At certain times, they could even be said to be as close as family.
Precisely because of this, the former upper three sects had the confidence to contend against the Spirit Hall.
But now, the Clear Sky Sect had secluded itself, leaving only the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan and the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School active in the world.
Even if it was merely due to the relationship among the upper three sects, Tang Hao was certain that the "Grandmaster" would absolutely never mistreat his son.
Now that the "Grandmaster" intended to take Tang San as his adopted son, he would surely spare no effort on his "adopted son" in the future.
Soon, the subtle fluctuation hidden in the dark disappeared. Ling Yun secretly sneered in his heart, his eyes lowering to gaze at the still-bewildered Tang San.
"What? You're unwilling? If you're unwilling, I won't force you. I originally thought that after living half my life alone…
Now that I'm old, I could take in an adopted son and pass down everything I've learned throughout my life. Seems like I was just overthinking."
Ling Yun revealed a sorrowful expression, his eyes filled with grief.
Tang San's eyes shifted, as though calculating the pros and cons of becoming the "Grandmaster's" adopted son.
About half a minute later, Tang San once again knelt down on both knees, speaking respectfully:
"Your child Tang San greets his adoptive father."
Ling Yun nearly burst out laughing inside, but on his face he deliberately appeared tearfully moved.
"Good child, come, stand up quickly, quickly. Your adoptive father will take you to register at the Academic Affairs Office."
To make himself appear more emotional, he intentionally used his Slime ability to secrete a large amount of moisture from his palms, making it look like he was sweating from excitement.
With Tang San's sharp senses, he would definitely notice it.
This was a psychological tactic — making Tang San understand that Ling Yun was not trying to take advantage of him.
At the Academic Affairs Office, Ling Yun, just like in the original story, handed Tang San's documents to Director Su, who was in charge of registration.
"Grandmaster, why are you here? A rare guest! Please, have a seat."
Director Su wore a face full of smiles, but unlike in the original story.
In the original, his smile was a disdainful one, believing the Grandmaster to be a fraud, a complete weakling.
But now, after witnessing the "Grandmaster" punch a level-forty-one teacher into a wall with a single blow, how would he dare ridicule him?
The academy's teachers had long unanimously agreed that the Grandmaster had been hiding his abilities all along.
On the surface, he looked like a useless level-29 Soul Grandmaster, but in reality, he was unfathomable.
Otherwise, with only level-29 strength, dreaming of punching a level-41 Soul Sect into a wall? Impossible.
Normally, a level-41 Soul Sect, even if standing still and letting a level-29 hit them, their defense might not even break.
From this alone, it was clear the "Grandmaster" was no ordinary person.
Ling Yun glanced at Director Su indifferently.
"No need. Just register him quickly. He's my newly taken adopted son. Make sure you don't discriminate against him, or you know the consequences."
"No, no, of course not! How could I? I've always treated every student equally,"Director Su shook his head like a rattling drum, righteously proclaiming his attitude as a teacher.
After finishing Tang San's admission procedures, Ling Yun directly took out a pouch of money from his chest — Tang San's tuition and fees.
Since Tang San was now his adoptive son in name, Ling Yun had to at least keep up the appearance.
"This is my adopted son's five years of tuition and fees. Settle it all at once. Go ahead and count it."
Ling Yun's sudden action stunned both Director Su and Tang San.
As a work-study student, Tang San didn't need to pay tuition.
By helping the academy with daily cleaning, he could offset all school fees and even receive additional pocket money.
But Ling Yun's generosity — paying all five years of fees in advance — was something they had not expected.
"G-Grandmaster, isn't he a work-study student? He… he doesn't need to pay tuition…"Director Su stammered.
Ling Yun cast him a faint glance and replied domineeringly:
"My adopted son has no need to be a work-study student…"
That single simple sentence instantly raised Ling Yun's image in Tang San's heart to unprecedented heights, filling him with deep emotion.
Had he not known that his father was a drunken good-for-nothing back home…
He might have suspected that he was actually the "Grandmaster's" illegitimate son.
Tang San looked at Ling Yun seriously and said firmly:
"Adoptive father, I appreciate your kindness, but this money… consider it a loan. I will definitely repay you in full in the future. My father once taught me…"
Before Tang San finished speaking, Ling Yun directly cut him off.
"Xiao San, no need to say so much to your father. As a student, the most important thing is to study. Understand?"
Ling Yun's display of a "good father" image at this moment made Tang Hao, who was watching everything from the shadows, feel deeply ashamed.
Even he, Tang San's biological father, could not compare to this "Grandmaster's" fatherly behavior.
Ever since his wife Ah Yin died, he had become decadent, drowning himself in alcohol every day — a useless man, a scumbag.
If not for Tang San's uncanny maturity and early wisdom, not only the child, but even he might have starved to death long ago.
Feeling guilt yet moved, Tang Hao was deeply touched. The "Grandmaster" already treated Tang San with such care.
If, in the future, Tang San revealed his Clear Sky Hammer martial spirit, and the "Grandmaster" learned he was the child of an old acquaintance, wouldn't he treat him even more sincerely?
Tang Hao fully relaxed his guard about entrusting Tang San to the "Grandmaster," and he silently left Nuoding Primary Soul Master Academy.
Sensing that Tang Hao had finally gone far away, Ling Yun's lips curled into a faint, hidden evil smile.
Tang Hao was reassured — now he could act whenever he wanted.
Still, to be safe, Ling Yun felt he'd better remain cautious to avoid unnecessary complications.
After handling Tang San's admission procedures, he personally took Tang San toward Dorm Seven.
On the way to Dorm Seven, they unexpectedly ran into Xiao Wu.
When she saw Ling Yun, she bounced over cheerfully and called out affectionately:
"Brother…"
Ling Yun's mouth twitched speechlessly. Why was this girl here?
Didn't he tell her to report to her class? Why was she wandering around now?
Seeing Ling Yun holding the hand of a boy around her age, Xiao Wu looked curiously and asked:
"Brother, who is this?"
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