Battle Through the Heavens: Achievement System at the Start

"Yu'er, let's take him out. Soaking his body in the water for too long is not good for his health..." Instructor Ruolin turned her head and said softly to Xiao Yu.

Just as Instructor Ruolin was about to finish speaking, a confident laugh rang out.

"Professor Ruolin, I'm sorry, it seems I can't escape this year's vacation."

Everyone stared in shock at Xiao Yan, who was standing amidst the mist with a beaming smile. They exclaimed in astonishment, "Holy crap, this guy actually withstood Instructor Ruolin's Xuan-rank fighting technique and is still standing there unharmed!"

Looking at the smiling young man before her, Instructor Ruolin said softly, "Little fellow, you do have some talent. I was a bit mistaken. Since you've fulfilled my requirements, I'll approve your year-long vacation. But when you come to Canaan Academy, you must perform well and not let your instructor down. Ah well, that's all for now..."

"Thank you for your kindness, Instructor Ruolin. Don't worry, Xiao Yan will do his best and will not let you down." Xiao Yan's face was beaming with smiles.

Looking at the new students before her, Instructor Ruolin put away her whip and said softly, "Alright, let's end today's recruitment here. We will continue recruiting in the city for the remaining seven days."

Just as Ruolin finished speaking, Xiao Yao released Xun'er's hand, stepped forward, looked at the helpless-looking mentor Ruolin, and smiled slightly: "Um... Mentor Ruolin, I might also need to ask for a leave of absence."

Hearing Xiao Yao's words, Xun'er's delicate face darkened considerably. She idly played with her hair. Her initial excitement at being able to go to Canaan Academy with her brother Xiao Yao and experience a different life quickly turned into a waning mood.

Upon hearing this, Instructor Ruolin slammed her slender hands heavily on Xiao Yao's shoulder. The smile on her face instantly froze. Gritting her teeth, her body trembled slightly as she questioned him, word by word, "You're also asking for leave? You're not going to ask for a year's leave too, are you? So, you two brothers didn't conspire to come here on purpose to annoy me, are you?!"

Looking at the ashen-faced instructor Ruolin in front of him, Xiao Yao could only smile awkwardly and say, "We really have something to do. There's really nothing to learn in the outer courtyard of Canaan Academy, so it's better for me to go out and gain experience on my own this year."

"Do you know that the inner court of Canaan Academy is full of powerful experts? To get in, you need to reach the level of a Great Dou Master. Without the cultivation resources of Canaan Academy this year, it will be very difficult for you to achieve this." Instructor Ruolin covered her forehead and replied irritably.

"What if I have already reached the level of a Great Dou Master? Could Instructor Ruolin grant me a year's leave?" Seeing that there was a chance, Xiao Yao quickly asked.

Looking at Xiao Yao's confident appearance, Instructor Ruolin was stunned for a moment, then looked him over suspiciously. "Have you really reached the Great Dou Master level? If you can reach the Great Dou Master level, I can arrange not only this year's vacation, but two years' vacation for you."

Xiao Yao's lips curled into a smug smile. He subtly channeled his battle qi, and a golden battle qi armor covered his body.

The crowd gasped in surprise as they looked at the golden armor formed from battle aura, which meant that the other party had already stepped into the Great Battle Master realm.

Instructor Ruolin gently covered her slightly open mouth, her face showing shock as she looked at the person in front of her clad in golden battle aura armor. She spoke in a soft, sweet voice, "Tsk tsk, little guy, you've actually reached the Great Battle Master level? Is this really your full strength? Or is this just a portion of your power? Never mind, everyone has their secrets. I won't ask any more questions. Here's your year-long vacation."

"Thank you for your kindness, Instructor Ruolin, but this is truly all of my ability," Xiao Yao replied without batting an eye.

"Mentor, why don't you stay at our Xiao family's place while we're in Wutan City?" Seeing Mentor Ruolin about to turn and leave, Xiao Yu hurriedly ran forward, grabbing her arm and giggling.

"To the Xiao family?"

Slightly taken aback, Instructor Ruolin frowned slightly. She hesitated, saying, "Canaan Academy has a designated reception area in Wutan City. And wouldn't going to the Xiao family be a bit of a disturbance?"

"It's alright. It's an honor for our Xiao family that Instructor Ruolin could personally come to visit us," Xiao Yao and Xun'er said together as they walked up.

Xun'er then said softly, "Yes, Instructor Ruolin, why don't you come and stay with our Xiao family? Xun'er would also like to ask you about the situation at Canaan Academy, so that it will be easier to understand when the time comes."

Seeing their warm invitation, Instructor Ruolin smiled and said, "Alright, then I'll trouble the Xiao family for a few days."

Upon seeing Instructor Ruolin nod in agreement, Xiao Yu immediately smiled and playfully hugged her soft, slender waist.

"Rob, you and Gola can go back to the reception area first. Come back here again tomorrow. Remember, don't cause me any trouble!" Ruolin, the instructor, affectionately patted Xiao Yu's head and turned to look at Rob and the others, giving them instructions.

Luo Bu watched as Xiao Yu and the other women, who had been playing and laughing, gradually disappeared into the distance, and nodded helplessly: "Understood, Instructor Ruolin."

Upon hearing the news that the Canaan Academy's admissions advisors had arrived at the Xiao family, Xiao Zhan and the three elders, who were discussing matters in the council hall, were stunned. After a moment, they all stood up with faces full of surprise.

They exchanged a glance, then hurriedly walked out of the hall and rushed to the family gate, where they greeted the group of beautiful women with smiles on their faces and led them into the family compound.

With Xiao Yan's introduction, the two sides finally got to know each other. After learning the purpose of Ruolin and the others' visit, Xiao Zhan readily agreed and immediately sent people to prepare an empty room in the backyard. This decisive action won the favor of Ruolin and the others.

As night fell, the Xiao family, as the hosts, naturally provided the highest level of hospitality, and everyone enjoyed a sumptuous dinner.

Xiao Yao noticed that ever since he asked for a year's leave, Xun'er's smile had disappeared, and she had become very silent.

After everyone finished dinner, Xiao Yao made up an excuse and left with Xun'er.

The two came to a small path, where Xiao Yao stopped. Looking at the sullen Xun'er, he gently patted her shoulder and asked softly, "What's wrong? Are you unhappy because you heard that your brother Xiao Yao can't accompany you to Canaan Academy?"

Xun'er slightly raised her crystal-clear eyes, as clear as autumn water, looking at Xiao Yao with deep reluctance and longing. Her light and melodious voice echoed in the quiet path, as if carrying a faint sadness.

"Brother Xiao Yao, why did you take a year off? With your talent, you could get better resources and improve your strength at Canaan Academy. Don't you find Xun'er annoying because she's always following you around?"

"I won't look down on Xun'er. Only by honing your skills can your brother Xiao Yao improve his strength so that he can marry you in front of your father in the future." Xiao Yao reached out and gently stroked Xun'er's little nose.

"Brother Xiao Yao...you don't already know about the power behind Xun'er, do you? Xun'er won't look down on you just because of your strength...Even if Brother Xiao Yao were just an ordinary person, Xun'er would still be with you no matter what."

"Don't worry, Xun'er, no matter how powerful your family is, even if your clan refuses to marry you to me, I, Xiao Yao, promise you that I will openly and honestly take you home in front of them. This is my promise to you!" Xiao Yao looked at Xun'er with a determined expression.