Chapter 1004: Chapter 1004: YUAN Mingchi Wrecked Ji Qingwei (1)

Chen Wenxin and Wu Wanying shared the same mentor. Initially, he also looked down on Si Fuqing, admitting it was his mistake to judge her without knowing the facts.

Later, he apologized multiple times, and Si Fuqing didn’t hold a grudge. Instead, she taught him many things, making him feel even more ashamed.

However, Wu Wanying still didn’t think she was in the wrong.

“Professor Li wants to see you,” Chen Wenxin shook his head. “Wu Wanying, this is your own doing.”

With that, he left with his roommates, leaving Wu Wanying standing there in a daze.

Great Xia University did not suppress the academic scandal as Wu Wanying had hoped. Instead, they issued a stern statement.

Any future offenders would be dealt with according to school regulations, with no leniency.

Great Xia University, the top school in the Great Xia Empire, also held a high international reputation.

The plagiarism scandal gained significant attention, and soon, Wu Wanying’s name was dug up.

[Oh, Wu Wanying, I remember her. In the first episode of ‘The Birth of a Staff,’ she had an arrogant attitude, looking down on everyone. Luckily, she didn’t appear much after that. I didn’t expect her to plagiarize her thesis too.]

[Look at Wei Chengyun and Chen Wenxin, both from Xia University. How can the difference be so vast?]

[Academic fraud? Who knows what she’d do as a doctor? I wouldn’t trust my health or life to someone like her.]

[Great Xia University’s stance is commendable. A top school is indeed a top school! Other universities should follow Great Xia University’s example!]

[Dear top scorers taking the college entrance exam this year, please don’t make it too competitive. Give us humble students a chance to get into Great Xia University.]

Teachers in Great Xia University’s admissions office suddenly found themselves swamped with work, baffled by the sudden increase.

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The next morning, Si Fuqing received a call from YUAN Mingchi.

He said he had a surprise for her and asked her to come over.

After freshening up, Si Fuqing rode her bicycle to the address YUAN Mingchi had given.

YUAN Mingchi’s expression was complicated. “You’re riding a bike now?”

“Eco-friendly, saves money,” Si Fuqing said lazily as she dismounted. “What’s not to like?”

“Just unexpected,” YUAN Mingchi chuckled. “After all, I know you can pilot a rocket.”

But the benefits of cycling were indeed many. He thought he’d suggest to the finance department of Cloud Summit that everyone should cycle more.

“Fifth senior brother, what’s the surprise?” Si Fuqing curiously poked her head around. “Did you find a gold mine?”

“Little Nine, after four years, you’ve really become obsessed with money.” YUAN Mingchi laughed heartily. “I brought the person who stole your luck. Come see if it’s her.”

Si Fuqing finally noticed a person lying unconscious under a tree behind YUAN Mingchi.

This was her first time seeing Ji Qingwei in person.

With just one glance, she felt an innate repulsion, stronger than when she had seen Old Master Zuo’s corpse.

“It’s her,” Si Fuqing nodded. “How did you bring her out?”

YUAN Mingchi replied nonchalantly, “Orochi brought her.”

The miniaturized Yamata no Orochi wagged its tail happily.

“Impressive,” Si Fuqing praised.

Little Bai was displeased and extended its paw to swipe at Yamata no Orochi.

Unfortunately, Yamata no Orochi was just a shikigami, and Little Bai’s paw passed through it.

Little Bai growled in frustration.

“You have to reclaim your luck yourself. I can’t help with that, but I can do other things.” YUAN Mingchi’s expression was calm. “Restore her original appearance. I’m sick of this face.”

The eight heads of Yamata no Orochi nodded vigorously in agreement.

Little Bai rolled its eyes, calling Yamata no Orochi a bootlicker.

“Fifth senior brother, won’t it affect you if you take action against her?” Si Fuqing frowned. “I don’t want to drag you into this.”

YUAN Mingchi raised an eyebrow. “Little Nine, you only know how to fight. She used your luck. As your senior brother, avenging you aligns with the will of heaven and earns me merit.”

“That’s good,” Si Fuqing sighed with relief. “I don’t mind if anything happened to me, but you guys must stay safe.”

YUAN Mingchi paused, giving her a deep look before sighing softly. “Orochi, get to work.”

Yamata no Orochi swished its tail at Little Bai and then floated over to Ji Qingwei.

Ji Qingwei, lying on the ground, let out a painful and piercing scream.

YUAN Mingchi watched coldly, showing no sympathy.

Only when Ji Qingwei’s appearance changed slightly did he speak again, “Orochi, throw her back. Don’t let her be an eyesore.”

Yamata no Orochi quickly wrapped up Ji Qingwei and left, returning ten minutes later.

YUAN Mingchi closed his eyes, his fingers weaving intricate signs, his body radiating the power of Yin-Yang and Five Elements.

Suddenly, he opened his eyes, grunting in pain, vivid blood trickling down the corner of his mouth.

“Fifth senior brother!” Si Fuqing’s eyes widened in alarm. She quickly took out a pill. “Take this.”

YUAN Mingchi swallowed the pill, his expression grim. “This person’s methods are indeed extraordinary. I can’t trace them!”

Hearing this, Si Fuqing’s expression turned serious. “If you can’t trace them, does that mean their power surpasses that of elder senior brother and master?”

YUAN Mingchi specialized in tracking among all the Yin-Yang techniques and had successfully tracked even their elder senior brother and master before.

“Not necessarily. There might be a place that’s blocking my tracking,” YUAN Mingchi shook his head and took out three talisman papers. “Little junior sister, keep these talismans with you. If you’re in danger, I’ll sense it even from the Free State.”

Si Fuqing placed the talismans in a sachet and kept it close. “Thank you, fifth senior brother.”

“No need to thank your senior brother.” YUAN Mingchi’s voice was gentle. “Third senior sister is a Class-S evolved being. With her by your side, I’m at ease. When I return to the Free State, I’ll pave the way for you.”

He intended to bring Si Fuqing back to the Free State in a grand and dignified manner.

No one could replace her position.

Si Fuqing suddenly asked, “Fifth senior brother, are you interested in Oracle?”

YUAN Mingchi was puzzled. “?”

“My friend just started playing Oracle and is not very good at it,” Si Fuqing said seriously. “Can you help her?”

“Which friend?” Yuan Mingchi raised an eyebrow. “Little junior sister, you have so many friends. Even the elder daughter of the Kusonoki family came to see you in person. I’m jealous.”

“Yes, it’s her,” Si Fuqing put her hands together. “My power haven’t fully recovered, and she always wants to spar with me. You’re so good-natured; can you take my place?”

Before YUAN Mingchi could respond, Yamata no Orochi was already nodding on his behalf.

“Then it’s settled.” Si Fuqing happily reached an agreement with Yamata no Orochi. “I’ll get you guys some gear. Ask me if you need more.”

YUAN Mingchi glanced at Yamata no Orochi, which immediately became obedient.

He sighed, rubbing his temples. “Since it’s your request, how could I refuse?”

“I knew you’re the best to me, fifth senior brother.” Si Fuqing blinked. “Look, now you have an extra sparring partner, killing two birds with one stone.”

YUAN Mingchi smiled helplessly, agreeing to everything. “Alright, alright. I’ll accompany you back to An City before returning to the Free State.”

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Meanwhile, at the Ji residence.

Ji Qingwei’s sudden disappearance nearly drove Mrs. Ji insane. The butler and servants searched the entire residence but couldn’t find her.

Just moments earlier, Ji Qingwei had been quietly staying in the bedroom, making it impossible for her to have left.

Mrs. Ji felt as if she had seen a ghost.

Just before she was about to call the police, Ji Qingwei’s personal maid ran out excitedly. “Madam, Second Miss is in her room. She hasn’t gone anywhere!”

Mrs. Ji was stunned and hurried to the bedroom, finding Ji Qingwei indeed lying on the bed.

She approached, waking Ji Qingwei. “Qingwei, where did you go? Even though your health has improved, don’t wander off.”

Ji Qingwei pressed her lips together, confused. “I’ve been sleeping here the whole time. I didn’t go anywhere.”

The international joint examination was starting at the end of June.

Before Mrs. Ji could question further, she noticed something odd. “Qingwei, your face…”

“What’s wrong with my face?” Ji Qingwei turned to look in the mirror and screamed. “What’s wrong with my face?”

This wasn’t her appearance! It wasn’t!

Her face hadn’t been tampered with, yet it looked completely different from before.

It wasn’t disfigured, but it now resembled Mrs. Ji and Ji Longtai more, losing all its previous charm.

Ji Qingwei was terrified.

She hadn’t coughed up blood in days, so why had her appearance changed?

At this rate, would she lose her life too?

When would her godfather come to save her?

But all she could do was sit and wait, watching helplessly as Si Fuqing continued to take her luck.

Ji Qingwei’s face turned pale, and she spoke in a trembling voice, “Mom, I might be too tired. Let me rest, okay?”

Hearing this, Mrs. Ji swallowed her questions, her concern taking over. “Alright, rest well. Call me if you need anything.”

She left the room but couldn’t shake her unease, immediately heading to Guanghua Temple.

The monk, having received a recent donation, was overseeing repairs to the main temple.

“Master!” Mrs. Ji rushed forward. “Master, my daughter’s health is worsening. Please come and see her.”

Ji Qingwei’s face had subtly changed, but she was no longer as beautiful, even less so than Ji Qingyao.

A thorn had lodged itself in Mrs. Ji’s heart.

The monk turned around, his gaze indifferent. “You still don’t know?”

Mrs. Ji was confused. “What should I know?”

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