Chapter 392 Mystic Tortoise Spirit Ling Xiao (2)

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The steward took a look at Free-and-Easy and was puzzled. Who is this kid How could he let Miss Lingxiao personally bring people here Miss Lingxiao is someone with real power, and being related to her— even the tiniest bit—could be immensely beneficial in Wu Xuan Family.

Now that this kid has been brought over by Miss Lingxiao herself, it means their relationship isn’t ordinary. One must handle this carefully.

However, according to regulations, even if someone is from Miss Lingxiao’s side, they still need to follow the rules. This place is a crucial area of Wu Xuan Family; nobody can enter just because of connections unless it's arranged by the head of the family.

"Well, Miss Lingxiao, our personnel requirements are quite strict," the steward said weakly.

"I understand. I'm not forcing you to hire him; just test him. If he passes, use him; if not, don’t." Wu Xuan Lingxiao said coolly, as though she didn't care about this matter at all.

"Understood. I know what to do," the steward replied and looked at Wu Xuan Lingxiao for a while, confirming that wasn't her true stance before beginning to talk with Free-and-Easy.

“What’s your name”

“Le Xiaoyao!” Free-and-Easy answered.

“Where are you currently working and how long have you been in Wu Xuan Family” the steward continued asking.

"I work at the Beast Cage, sometimes helping out elsewhere. I've been here for almost a year," Free-and-Easy replied.

Nearly a year That means less than a year; such little experience. But if he has ability and considering Miss Lingxiao’s influence, it could be acceptable.

"Come with me. I have some tasks that need doing; see how suitable you are," the steward said, leading Free-and-Easy to work on something—of course, quite simple tasks fitting his position.

He didn't assign him tasks beyond his level because he just wanted a helper who met the requirements, whoever it was. Moreover, since Xiaoyao came from Miss Lingxiao, he dare not be too harsh with him.

To Free-and-Easy, these simple tasks were child's play; even if they had been more difficult ones, he could handle them easily.

Therefore, Free-and-Easy passed the test!

"Miss Lingxiao… I kept you waiting."

Wu Xuan Lingxiao hadn’t entered but was nearby reading a book and waiting for news. The steward reported to her immediately after confirming Xiaoyao’s ability.

He found it strange that Miss Lingxiao would wait here. Did she really value the boy inside so much

He didn't know that Wu Xuan Lingxiao was waiting because if Le Xiaoyao failed, she planned to order this steward to make him study books for a month; just that and nothing more.

"How is it" Wu Xuan Lingxiao asked.

“He passed the test. He can stay,” the steward replied. Not only did he pass, but he did very well—clearly having experience in this field before.

The steward didn’t mention this; he assumed Miss Lingxiao knew about it and had brought someone to fill the vacancy because of that. She hadn't mentioned it possibly because she didn't want others to know.

Why she didn't want people to know was her business. As a subordinate, one mustn’t speculate on such matters; just do your job well.

"That’s perfect," Wu Xuan Lingxiao said and left without asking why Xiaoyao hadn’t come out or informing him that she was leaving.

In the steward’s eyes, it seemed like another deliberate effort to distance herself. Yet, in reality, there was nothing special about this.

"This kid seems non-trivial; give him some appropriate conveniences," the steward felt increasingly sure Xiaoyao had a connection with Miss Lingxiao and thus treated him much better, also paying more attention to him.

Given Le Xiaoyao's abilities, he easily earned the steward’s praise and was entrusted with more important tasks. Naturally, his authority grew larger; many crucial areas were now accessible to him.

Soon enough, Xiaoyao could basically see those relatively basic martial arts manuals—something that would take years for him to gather elsewhere, possibly not as comprehensive. Only powerful families or sects with long histories have such complete books.

A little more advanced ones, he should be able to see soon too. The most top-notch ones usually aren't in this academy but the head of the family's secret study room. This is true for any family or sect; the highest-level stuff always stays with a few core figures.

However, the martial arts manuals here are sufficient for him to indulge in his leisurely studies. Through accumulating these manuals, he can deduce even more advanced techniques; essentially, these manuals represent experience and exposure.

That’s why the top-tier ones aren’t much more valuable—those concepts might have already appeared in lower-level martial arts manuals.

Of course, if there's an opportunity to see them, Xianyao won't reject it!

Xianyao worked at the academy so he didn’t appear elsewhere. However, he continued with his work at the Beast Pavilion, leading Mr. Li of the Beast Pavilion to remain unaware that Xianyao had been reassigned; after all, they still had enough staff.

Typically, a steward's reassignment would be known by the manager, but this was only if they were informed from above or if the steward stopped coming. Since Xianyao continued to work and there hadn’t been any notice from above, Mr. Li remained unaware of it.

The reason Xianyao still handled Beast Pavilion matters included facilitating his care for his messenger hawk and also continuing conversations with Miss Wang.

Miss Wang appeared at the wall every dawn, and after chatting with her until just before daybreak, he then continued to work at the Beast Pavilion.

Another dawn arrived… "Steward, I've noticed that you're coming later these days. You even bring books with you when you come—do you find me bothersome" Miss Wang asked Xianyao.

Xianyao bringing books had already raised her eyebrows; however, since he could still chat while reading, she didn’t have a reason to be angry. But lately, his nightly tardiness was annoying her.

“I’ve been busy organizing some books recently!” Xianyao replied.

In reality, it wasn't because of the book organization that he was late; nor did he feel annoyed with Miss Wang. Rather, he had begun using certain methods to take advanced books from the academy—essentially, stealing!

Xianyao's proximity gave him an advantage: With a bit of effort, he could steal books at night and return them before anyone noticed in the morning.

These days, the books needed were at a high level; Xianyao didn’t have permission to access such materials. Since he had already read all the accessible books, he now turned to these advanced volumes.

It would take several months for him to gain the right to access those books, but that was too long to wait, especially since he was now working at the inner academy library—there was no reason not to take advantage of this opportunity.

Even though it violated rules, waiting wasn't an option. The likelihood of being discovered was minimal; a man shouldn’t be constrained by trifles when pursuing his goals.

"Organizing what books Aren’t you supposed to work at the Beast Pavilion" Miss Wang looked confused as she spoke to Xianyao, still unaware that he had switched jobs. But there was no need for her to know.

“I now work in the Inner Academy Library of the Black Tortoise Clan; the Beast Pavilion is just a side task,” Xianyao replied.

"Why switch roles Is it because you're paid more" Miss Wang asked.

“The pay’s about the same, and my status as a lower-tier steward hasn’t changed.” Xianyao answered. Even entering the inner academy wouldn't automatically elevate his status; he had to pass the annual clan assessment for that.

Xianyao had been here over a year, with an assessment held but skipped by him. He wasn’t unaware of it, just lazy about participating.

The assessment would only increase his pay and nothing else—he didn't lack those few coins!

Though he did need money for several women and their tuition fees, this couldn't be solved with a small amount; he had squeezed funds from various sources.

Making the most profit was selling medicinal pills—without revealing his identity, of course. He sold plenty of them, amassing quite an income in over a year.

Aside from covering women’s education and living expenses, he still had some left for another woman's needs; coughing, that’s just metaphorical.

"If your pay remains the same and you switch jobs, it's wasting my time," Miss Wang was displeased. She didn’t mind him working, but less chat-time upset her.

“I wish to read books and become a pillar of state,” Xianyao replied.

"Become a pillar of state Your ambitions are quite lofty. I wonder how you plan on achieving it" Miss Wang looked at him with a hint of mockery in her eyes.

“I plan to take the imperial exams and become an Imperial Scholar,” Xianyao said.

"…" Perhaps she had considered this possibility, but hearing it from him left her momentarily speechless.

“As a mere steward, why harbor such thoughts It’s not your place. You should be content with your role and only aspire to follow me,” Miss Wang said bluntly.no need for further absorption of inner energy through medicinal materials.Therefore, the term 'aloft' is quite heartless; it's purely a case of building one bridge and knocking another down!"Chicha.....