Nanako chimed in with a giggle, “Hee hee, Hong Tianshi mentioned that I progressed really quickly, but I believe it’s thanks to the elixir that Charlie gave me earlier! It must be the elixir that helped me find my way so swiftly!”
Charlie responded, “Elixirs can enhance your physical abilities and assist in opening your meridians, but if you don’t learn to utilize the meridians effectively, all that effort is for nothing. Even if your meridians are fully opened, without understanding the essence of internal observation, circting your true energy remains out of reach. Your talent is exceptional—there’s no denying that.” At this point, Nanako felt shy, pursing her lips and gazing at him.
After staring at her phone for a while, she gathered her courage to ask, “Mr. Charlie, do you have some time tonight? I’d like to treat you to a meal as a personal thank you!”
Charlie inquired, “Why do you want to thank me?”
Nanako replied, “You’ve helped me so much and even arranged for my martial arts lessons here. Now that I’m finally making progress, I think it’s only right to host a meal for you. Consider it a thank-you banquet. Would you be willing to honor me with your presence?”<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">
Charlie pondered for a moment before responding, “Of course! Just let me know the time, and I’ll be there.”
Nanako said, “Master Hong’s lectures end at 6:30 every evening, so we can meet a bitter, around 8 o’clock. How does that sound?”
“Sounds perfect,” Charlie replied. “Then make sure to practice hard, and I’ll see you tonight.”
Nanako beamed with happiness and quickly responded, “See you tonight!”
Understanding her eagerness to practice, Charlie decided not to disturb her further and said, “Focus on your practice for now, and we’ll chat when we meetter.”
“Okay!” Nanako replied, switched her phone to flight mode once again, tucked it under her futon, and refocused on circting her true energy.
Charlie didn’t greet Hong Changqing again and quietly left the Champs Elysees Hot Spring while everyone else headed toward the restaurant, unnoticed by them.
On his way back, he found himself reflecting on the marvelous scene Nanako had described to Aurora. Although he wasn’t a warrior himself, he thought he could try to apply Nanako’s insights, believing it might be beneficial.
Just then, his phone rang—it was Lisa calling.
During the call, Lisa asked, “Brother Charlie, what have you been up totely?”
Charlie smiled and replied, “Busy with various tasks. Why, is there something you need?”
Lisa said, “Aurous Hill University is about to start sses, and udine Ya will be registering tomorrow. Would you like to apany her with me?”
Charlie expressed surprise, “Registering so soon?”
Lisa exined, “Today is August 24th, and the freshmen at Aurous Hill University will start registering tomorrow! Right after registration, military training begins.”
“Oh!” Charlie realized he had never been a freshman and thought they usually started school earlier, considering there were still two weeks of military training for him.
Recognizing that udia had no rtives nearby except for Mrs. Lewis (Aunt Angie), Lisa, and himself, he decided he would definitely be there to support her during registration.
Thus, he readily agreed, saying, “No problem! I’ll drive to pick you up tomorrow. What time do you n to leave?”
Lisa replied, “Don’t worry, there are two days for registration, so you can arrive at any time. I imagine the morning will be busy, so how about we set off around ten o’clock?”
“Sounds good.” Charlie then asked, “Should we prepare some daily necessities for udia? Didn’t she get assigned a bedroom?”
Lisa sighed, “Oh, Mrs. Lewis (Aunt Angie) has already taken care of that for her. She’ll be going with her tomorrow, so you just need to drive and help us out.”
“Alright,” Charlie said with a smile, “Then I’ll aim to arrive around 9:30 tomorrow to pick you up at home!”<fn1a27> For original chapters go to FιndNovel</fn1a27>
“Great! It’s a deal!”