As soon as Dan Heng left the courtyard, Qian Daoliu was immediately "ushered" out behind him.
Qian Daoliu quickly caught up to Dan Heng, his old face flushing red.
"Mr. Dan Heng, I made you waste a favor on me… truly, I…"
He was both ashamed and embarrassed, deeply regretful in his heart.
He had finally managed to make Mr. Dan Heng owe him a favor—To use it on a matter involving a woman—wasn't that a bit too wasteful?
Dan Heng shook his head slightly. "No need to say more."
Qian Daoliu obediently stopped dwelling on it and sighed. "Mr. Dan Heng, I don't know why, but I feel like I've… become more human? Is that normal?"
Dan Heng nodded and asked, "What do you think?"
"I feel like I've distanced myself from the Angel God, but I also feel like I've finally broken free from the shackles of my identity. Maybe… one day, I might truly succeed. If that day comes, I won't forget your kindness, Mr. Dan Heng!"
Qian Daoliu was incredibly serious. If he ever became a god, he'd see Dan Heng as his greatest benefactor.
Dan Heng didn't respond and returned to Blue Tyrant Academy on his own.
Seeing this, Qian Daoliu couldn't help but smile.
Perhaps only someone as carefree and transcendent as Mr. Dan Heng could reach such a profound realm?
If he could achieve even half of Dan Heng's level… he might already have become the Angel God!
As he thought this, Qian Daoliu suddenly realized:
He had to seize this opportunity to ask Dan Heng some important questions!
"Mr. Dan Heng, I have a very serious question I'd like to ask you," Qian Daoliu said with a smile.
Dan Heng shook his head. "I'm not very skilled in that area."
"No, no, not that kind of thing."
Qian Daoliu walked alongside him, his face turning even redder as he explained, "It's… it's about men and women."
"???"
Dan Heng gave Qian Daoliu a startled look.
Had this man become too human?
Putting aside his identity and personality—even just his age—he really shouldn't be dabbling in romance, right?
Seeing Dan Heng's expression, Qian Daoliu felt even more embarrassed and awkwardly said:
"Because… I love her!"
"…Mm."
"Mr. Dan Heng, how were you able to win your wife's heart? What did you do to gain her affection? Did you go through this kind of phase?"
Qian Daoliu asked earnestly.
In his entire life, he had only fallen for Bo Saixi!
For this late-blooming love, he didn't even mind being laughed at by Dan Heng.
And he had met Dan Heng's wife—her stunning beauty utterly eclipsed Bo Saixi!
Surely Mr. Dan Heng had some experience in this area!
But Dan Heng shook his head and replied:
"I don't have much experience in that. Back then… it was my wife who came to me."
He quickly explained how the couple had met.
"???"
Qian Daoliu's jaw dropped, staring at Dan Heng in disbelief.
So marriage could be that casual?
That goddess-like woman had pursued Mr. Dan Heng herself?
He thought about it, and then it all made sense.
This was Mr. Dan Heng, after all!
If you asked him now whether he'd let his granddaughter be a concubine to Dan Heng, he'd say yes a hundred times over!
"This… Mr. Dan Heng, I can't learn anything from that…"
Qian Daoliu sighed heavily.
Dan Heng remained silent as they crossed a street and returned to Blue Tyrant Academy.
Qian Daoliu stayed where he was—he needed time to process.
Since Mr. Dan Heng couldn't help him, he'd have to figure things out himself!
Afternoon.
Dan Heng and Gu Yuena walked out of the library together.
Dan Heng recounted what had happened earlier that day.
This was part of their daily routine—it had taken Gu Yuena many requests to get Dan Heng to "tell stories" like this.
She simply wanted to learn more about him.
The couple walked down the library steps.
After hearing the story, Gu Yuena giggled and said, "Husband, it wasn't quite that simple at the time! Maybe it seemed straightforward from your perspective…"
"But to muster the courage for that move, I secretly watched you for several years. I even lived nearby, gave gifts to the curator every year to make sure she looked after you and gave you easy work."
She tilted her head proudly as she spoke.
Dan Heng suddenly realized, looking at Gu Yuena in surprise. No wonder his time in the library had been so peaceful.
So it was thanks to her.
He gently said, "Thank you, my wife…"
Gu Yuena leaned against his arm and whispered, "Husband, then tonight… uh…"
She froze mid-sentence, her face turning awkward.
She was pregnant now!
For the next few years, she wouldn't be able to be intimate with her husband.
Thinking of this, she pouted and mentally started counting the days—it completely ruined her mood.
Dan Heng patted her head, though a few inappropriate images flashed through his mind.
How could he not give his all when his wife had done so much for him?
Gu Yuena then asked, "About that favor from Poseidon, the one to help Qian Renxue awaken her divinity—how's it going, husband? You're not in trouble, are you?"
She narrowed her eyes cautiously. She was keeping an eye on things—Qian Renxue definitely had impure intentions toward her husband!
And then there was that dead woman, Qian Yuhan!
Dan Heng was silent for a moment, then replied, "I'm trying another method. It should work."
Gu Yuena's eyes narrowed further—just as she suspected.
That dead rival in love was definitely trying to stir up trouble again!
Not even death could stop her!
If she were still alive, Gu Yuena would've taught her a lesson she'd never forget!
Still, she had to stay on guard!
Just then, a figure quickly rushed toward them from below the steps.
Almost bumping into the couple, the figure hurriedly stopped.
"Mr. Dan Heng! It's been so long!"
A hoarse, surprised voice rang out.
It was none other than Poison Douluo, who had been gone for some time.
Dan Heng nodded in greeting.
Indeed, it had been a while since they'd seen each other.
Poison Douluo's face darkened as he cursed, fuming, "Mr. Dan Heng, you don't know how badly I've been screwed over! I've been doing hard labor this whole time!"
"I just got back today and rushed straight over to see you. What luck that I ran into you! Mr. Dan Heng, how about a drink?"
He extended the invitation with great enthusiasm.
But before the words were fully out, he felt a chill run down his spine.
Gu Yuena was calmly staring at him.
Dan Heng shook his head. "No."
Poison Douluo got the message and didn't press further. He simply followed alongside them down the steps.
"Oh, right, there's one more thing I wanted to ask you about, Mr. Dan Heng."
Dan Heng asked casually, "What is it?"
"It's about a riddle related to Seagod Island. Supposedly, solving it can lead to the Seagod's inheritance. Mr. Dan Heng, any idea what it means?"
'A pure heart bears the sun and moon; an eternal thought becomes the vast wave.'
Poison Douluo looked at him expectantly.
"…"
Dan Heng rubbed his forehead.
Great—Poseidon had really dug a hole for him this time!
(End of Chapter)