Mu Qingge’s gaze had just shifted away.
Song Jinsan’s eyes swept in her direction and accurately captured Mu Qingge’s position. Upon seeing Mu Qingge, her eyes lit up, and an undisguised joy spread across her face.
"Jinsan, what are you looking at?"
Asked a curious woman standing beside her.
Song Jinsan had started her journey alone, and now, having just arrived at the Alchemy Institute, she had already made friends. It seemed she was someone very skilled in social interactions.
Song Jinsan restrained her excitement, turned to her companion, shook her head, and said with a smile, "It’s nothing."
"If it’s nothing, why are you suddenly so happy?" The companion murmured in disbelief.
Song Jinsan laughed, "I just saw an acquaintance. Though I know him, he may not necessarily consider himself acquainted with me."
The companion frowned, displeased, and said, "What a strange person." Song Jinsan’s explanation seemed even more inexplicable to her.
Song Jinsan smiled without explaining further, as they queued up together to register.
Occasionally, when people weren’t watching, she would sneak a glance at where Mu Qingge was standing. Naturally, she also saw the four people standing beside Mu Qingge, including Mei Zizhong.
The four of them had exceptional appearances, and three bore the emblem of the Inner Courtyard of the Alchemy Institute, which dimmed Song Jinsan’s eyes with disappointment.
No matter how confident she was, suddenly seeing Mu Qingge surrounded by such outstanding figures made her feel as insignificant as dust.
An unprecedented sense of inferiority rose from her heart.
’I don’t possess an outstanding appearance, just a small talent for Alchemy. Once I gain strength, I should be able to step by step enter the world that belongs to him.’ Song Jinsan thought to herself.
She held a complex impression of Mu Qingge.
She was amazed by her appearance, admired her strength, but most importantly, their time together on Yanghai had inexplicably made her feel a subtle dependency on Mu Qingge.
’She tops the Green Talent List, is the City Lord of Luoxing City, the only Holy Level Refiner in the Middle Ancient Realm, and now, she is also at the Alchemy Institute...’ In Song Jinsan’s mind, Mu Qingge’s image grew more imposing and unreachable.
Mu Qingge’s excellence left her only in awe, difficult to approach.
While she lost herself in her thoughts, on the other side, Mu Qingge had already forgotten about seeing her. After observing for a while at the registration place, Mu Qingge left with Zhao Nanxing, Mei Zizhong, Shang Zisu, and Zhu Ling.
They had registered, but they were not official disciples of the Alchemy Institute yet; they still had to pass the assessments starting the next day. Therefore, they couldn’t stay within the Alchemy Institute.
"Once we establish ourselves at the Alchemy Institute, for the sake of convenience, we will purchase a small courtyard here. During these days, Senior Brother Mei will be staying here, and Qingge, your room has already been prepared," Zhao Nanxing said as he led Mu Qingge and the group to a secluded, serene courtyard, opening the tightly closed gates to invite her in.
Mu Qingge stepped in, entering the courtyard.
The courtyard wasn’t large, merely about six to seven rooms. Besides the living room and kitchen, the remaining rooms seemed just enough for each of them to have one.
"We’ve occasionally stayed here over the years." Zhu Ling said with a smile.
A gentle breeze passed, rustling the leaves of the large tree in the yard, catching the attention of the group.
They all looked up at the ancient tree, the scene feeling familiar.
Past memories surged within their minds, and the five exchanged knowing smiles. In the Yu Country Medicine Tower Branch, Mu Qingge also had a small courtyard similar to this one.
In that yard, too, stood a large tree, under which stone tables and chairs were placed, perfect for cooling off, enjoying tea, and chatting.
The small courtyard at the Medicine Tower Branch was originally prepared for Mu Qingge’s subordinates, as a base.
Later, however, it became a place for the five of them to meet privately.
"First, let’s see if you’re satisfied with your room, then we can sit under the tree and reminisce about the past," Zhao Nanxing laughed.
"I’ll go prepare," Zhu Ling sweetly smiled and turned towards the kitchen.
Shang Zisu then approached Mu Qingge and said proactively, "Shall I show you to your room?"
Since Mu Qingge was a woman, her room could be considered a private chamber. Zhao Nanxing and Mei Zizhong, being polite and cultured people, naturally didn’t join in the tour, and walked to the tree first.
Mu Qingge followed Shang Zisu to a room, and Shang Zisu pushed the door open.
The two entered the room, and Mu Qingge glanced around. The room wasn’t large, but it was exquisitely arranged and very refreshing.
Most importantly, she discovered that the arrangement of this room was surprisingly similar to the one she had lived in back at the Medicine Tower.
She referred to the room she occupied after becoming the disciple of Lou Baichuan and moving into his courtyard.
"Does it feel a bit familiar?" Shang Zisu’s voice followed.
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