Chapter 42: Became Tang Sanzang's Flesh

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**Volume One: First Entry into Another World**

The staff member instructed him, "Go in yourself. After you've seen the principal, return to the classroom you were just in." It was clear the principal hadn't intended to see him, and the staff member, understanding the situation, left after bringing him there.

Zu An pushed open the rather heavy door. Before him was a massive, imposing desk. Although he couldn't tell what kind of wood it was made from, its immense value was immediately apparent. Next to the desk stood a row of huge bookshelves, packed with all sorts of books. Zu An's casual glance turned into a stare of surprise. His vision was excellent now, and at such a close distance, he should have easily been able to read the book titles. Yet, even straining his eyes, he could only discern blurry text.

"You are Zu An?" a cold voice emerged from the side.

Zu An looked toward the sound. The principal, it turned out, was not seated at the desk but on a nearby sofa. What first caught his eye was a pair of long, alluring legs. Dark, almost black, stockings seemed to shimmer with a captivating luster. Her full, rounded thighs, paired with a form-fitting pencil skirt, created an 'absolute territory' that stirred an undeniable urge to explore. A snug shirt accentuated the perfect curves of her chest, and her flawless face, topped with a neatly coiled bun, complemented by a beautiful, long, swan-like neck, made her appear even more noble and elegant.

This woman was clearly Principal Jiang Luofu, the renowned beauty from Wei Suo's 'Registry of Beauties.' She was indeed an unparalleled masterpiece.

"Do I look good?" Jiang Luofu asked, her slender fingers interlaced, her expression cold and glamorous as she gazed at him.

"Yes, beautiful," Zu An instinctively nodded.

"However, I find your gaze quite rude." The instant Jiang Luofu's words fell, the air in the room seemed to plummet several degrees.

Rage value from Jiang Luofu: 99!

Zu An felt a powerful oppressive force surge toward him, rendering him almost immobile. He quickly blurted out, "Odd-even transformation?"

Jiang Luofu: "???"

Zu An, undeterred, asked again, "Heavenly King covers Earth Tiger?"

Jiang Luofu immediately fixed him with a stare usually reserved for an imbecile. *Is this guy an idiot?* she thought.

Feeling the pressure on him suddenly abate, Zu An excitedly lunged forward. "Sister, are you truly also a transmigrator? This little brother begs for your protection!"

Before he could even reach the sofa, Jiang Luofu lifted a foot and pressed it against his chest, stopping him dead in his tracks.

"Transmigration? What are you talking about?" Jiang Luofu furrowed her elegant brows, utterly bewildered. While rumors painted this son-in-law of the Chu family as a good-for-nothing, she'd never heard he was an imbecile.

Zu An froze. "You're not a transmigrator? Then what's with that office lady outfit you're wearing?"

"What utter nonsense," Jiang Luofu snorted, annoyed by his disjointed words. "I stumbled upon this in a secret realm and found it interesting, so I had some replicas made. Why, have you seen it before?"

"Uh, I dreamed about it," Zu An replied, naturally unwilling to reveal his true origins. Meanwhile, he wondered what a 'secret realm' was, though it was clear she had no intention of explaining.

In this world, due to wars with other races, the aesthetic preferences of different peoples had gradually begun to merge. At some unknown point, more modern clothing elements had slowly become popular. Thus, while Jiang Luofu's attire was somewhat avant-garde, it was not beyond public acceptance.

"Dreaming?" Jiang Luofu's brows furrowed slightly as she sank into thought. It wasn't entirely impossible; this world harbored too many wonders that defied common explanation.

It was then that Zu An suddenly realized something. His gaze inadvertently dropped, and their current posture seemed to reveal something he shouldn't be seeing.

Zu An felt a powerful jolt in his chest, and he was sent flying.

Jiang Luofu's cold voice resonated: "Duke Mingyue entrusted me with your care, but with your penchant for courting death, you probably won't last two days in this academy."

Zu An picked himself up from the ground, coughing up a mouthful of blood. To his surprise, his injuries weren't severe; clearly, she had deliberately held back. "It's not that serious, is it?" he asked.

Jiang Luofu gave him a penetrating look. "Your strength doesn't seem to be as useless as the rumors claim," she observed.

Zu An's expression flickered, but then he heard her continue, "Don't worry. Whether you're secretly cultivating your strength or playing the fool to outsmart others, it's none of my concern. Duke Mingyue and I aren't familiar enough for me to confide everything in him."

Zu An wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth. "Thank you, Principal," he said.

Jiang Luofu said calmly, "While your strength is somewhat surprising to me, it's not considered outstanding within the academy. Furthermore, many families here are no less influential than the Chu family, so do not even think about stirring up trouble."

Zu An puffed out his chest. "Am I really the kind of person who causes trouble?" he retorted.

Jiang Luofu utterly disregarded his words and continued, "Private fights are prohibited within school grounds, but if both parties agree, a formal duel can be held. In such cases, the school administration cannot show favoritism to anyone. Therefore, do not casually agree to duels."

"Thank you for the reminder, Principal." Zu An was a little surprised; her words suggested a degree of care for him. Was it because of the Chu family? But she had just claimed not to be familiar with Chu Zhongtian. Could it be... she was captivated by his charm?

Jiang Luofu picked up a newly delivered document, and her brows immediately furrowed. "Your aptitude is D-minus? Impossible! Wait, the test orb directly exploded when you first took the assessment?"

Zu An inwardly cursed. However, many had witnessed the incident, and as principal, she could easily uncover the truth with a simple inquiry. He could only acknowledge it with a 'Hmm,' admitting, "The test orb must have been faulty."

"Come here," Jiang Luofu gestured to him with a finger.

Zu An, utterly bewildered, approached her, wondering if the woman was about to kick him again.

"Extend your finger," Jiang Luofu commanded from the sofa, her tone leaving no room for doubt.

"What for?" Zu An instinctively extended his hand. His eyes immediately went wide as she straightened her posture, then parted her crimson lips and took his finger into her mouth.

What was this situation? Had the academy's esteemed top expert, the high and mighty beauty principal, been so utterly captivated by his dashing looks that she'd fallen in love at first sight, desired his body, and decided to exploit him using her position and cultivation?

What a joke! I, Zu An, am a man of unyielding resolve; I cannot be swayed by riches, nor succumb to beauty...

Still, with such a magnificent woman as Jiang Luofu, perhaps I should just yield? I only ask that she be gentle when she 'ravages' me.

"Ah!"

A sharp sting erupted, and Zu An let out a yelp.

"A grown man, unable to bear such a small amount of pain?" Jiang Luofu pushed him away, her eyes filled with disdain.

Zu An saw a small bite mark on his finger, from which blood steadily seeped. Jiang Luofu, meanwhile, licked her lips, the fresh blood clinging to her rosy mouth, giving off a subtly enchanting allure.

"Are you a dog?" Zu An blurted out, no longer caring about propriety. The reality was just too far from his expectations.

Uncharacteristically, Jiang Luofu didn't get angry at his words. Instead, she gave him a complex look. "Your aptitude is actually the legendary super-tier," she stated.

Zu An's heart jolted. He finally understood that she had tasted his blood for this very purpose.

Jiang Luofu closed her eyes, appearing to hesitate, then to ponder. After a long moment, she let out a deep sigh. "Who else knows about this matter?" she asked.

Zu An instinctively took a step back. "Don't get any ideas! Plenty of people know about this. My wife, my in-laws, they all know. Plus, there's so-and-so..." he stammered.

Seeing him react as if facing a formidable enemy, Jiang Luofu let out a soft laugh, her usually serious and icy face softening like melting snow. "Are you afraid I'll kill you to silence you, you little rascal? You've carried the name of a good-for-nothing for so many years; surely you have grand designs, so why would you tell this secret to anyone else?"

Knowing he couldn't hide it, Zu An steeled himself. "You're right, I haven't told anyone else. But many people knew I was coming here today. If anything happens to me, you won't be able to escape suspicion either," he stated.

"Alright, alright," Jiang Luofu said, rubbing her temple with a slender index finger, a hint of headache in her voice. "Who said I was going to kill you?"

"Then why are you asking?" Zu An even secretly summoned his 'Rich Woman's Joy Orb,' calculating that if she made a move, he could at least fight to the death, and perhaps with that and his 'Certain Death Dagger,' he might even pull off a counter-kill.

"I merely wanted to warn you," Jiang Luofu said. "Your current strength is far too weak. If word gets out about your legendary super-tier aptitude, it will bring you fatal danger."

Zu An froze. "Is it that serious?" he asked.

Jiang Luofu rolled her eyes at him. "Super-tier aptitude has always been a legend throughout history; no one has ever witnessed it. What do you think?"

Fearing he didn't fully grasp the gravity of the situation, she continued, "A super-tier aptitude is something all major factions will undoubtedly vie for. If they cannot obtain it, they will certainly seek to destroy it, to prevent any rival power from cultivating such a talent. Furthermore, legend has it that the vital blood of a person with super-tier aptitude can..."

As she spoke, a faint, almost imperceptible blush colored her cheeks. "In short," she concluded, "unless you are powerful enough, you absolutely must not reveal this matter."

Zu An swallowed, largely grasping the gravity of the situation. "So, you're saying I've become like Tang Sanzang's flesh?"

"Tang Sanzang's flesh? What are you talking about?" Jiang Luofu looked puzzled.

Zu An quickly changed the subject. "Although not many people witnessed my assessment at the school gate earlier, there were at least a dozen, right? What if they spread the word?"

Jiang Luofu shook her head. "Don't worry. After all, super-tier aptitude is just a legend; generally, no one would consider that possibility. Furthermore, your past facade as a good-for-nothing was highly successful, so others will be even less likely to suspect. I will destroy the relevant records, and you should maintain a low profile for a while. After some time, no one should remember."

Zu An nodded vigorously. "Thank you, Principal," he said.

He paused, then asked somewhat hesitantly, "Principal, why are you being so kind to me?"

Jiang Luofu replied calmly, "As the principal, it is my natural responsibility to protect every one of my students."

"That's all?" Zu An asked, his face full of skepticism.

"What else would it be?" Jiang Luofu shot him a sidelong glance. "You're not suggesting I've fallen for you simply because you're handsome, are you?"

"I find that reason far more convincing," Zu An nodded enthusiastically.

Jiang Luofu looked at him, and after a long moment, simply sighed. "It's a miracle you've survived until now," she stated.

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