"!!!"
"Are you serious?!"
Not only Yuan Qing and Jin Qiong, but even Liu Qingyun and Li Yunxi, who were following behind and had been relatively calm, were stunned.
This news was not small. If it were true, it would surely shock many people.
Ding Yujing smiled with a touch of indifference, "Yes, before the Century Cup even started, I was already planning. Later, it just so happened to coincide with the Century Cup, so I used this to let the child get some practice."
"Since this child is also outstanding, that's why we have this gathering today. I believe that with the help of you few big shots to train her, the subsequent international speeches won't be a problem."
Ding Yujing muttered, his mouth not stopping once he started speaking, his tone showing no hint of boasting.
The others around, "......"
They didn't expect that after not seeing him for so long, this guy's thick skin had become so…
International speeches, the reincarnation matches haven't even started yet... truly... confident…
However, despite what they thought in their hearts, after hearing Ding Yujing speak, they did feel a little bit of anticipation.
If she could really walk onto that stage, then they would naturally benefit as well.
"So, I'll trouble you all for the next period of time. Thank you for your hard work!"
Boasting aside, the necessary words still had to be said.
Yuan Qing waved his hands, "Forget about it. I'm actually looking forward to this day myself. Let's just go crazy with you old man for once."
Ding Yujing, "......"
He just needed to agree, right? Why call him an old man?
He's only ten years younger than him…
Jin Qiong, who was talkative, immediately nodded in agreement after Yuan Qing finished.
Although Liu Qingyun and Li Yunxi still looked calm, their slightly upturned lips revealed their inner thoughts; they were certainly looking forward to it.
Only Yan Xingming had fallen silent as soon as Ding Yujing began to speak.
His expression was calm, and no one knew what he was thinking.
"Alright, then it's settled. You all go back and check your schedules. If you have time, I'll arrange it, and my student will find you, okay~"
The others nodded, "Okay, we'll listen to you. We'll give you our information when we get back, and you can make the arrangements."
"Good, then we'll leave it at that for today. We've already taken up quite a bit of time. You all should go back now."
"Especially Yuan Qing and Qingyun, you have a meeting with students later, so hurry up."
The two nodded, "Yes."
Time was indeed almost up, and they could just make it back if they left now.
As they spoke, the two of them said their goodbyes first and then headed out.
They even glanced at Qiu Xi, who was still engrossed in her work, and thinking that they were short on time, they didn't go over to say a few more words.
Not long after following them, Jin Qiong and Li Yunxi also walked out.
Finally, only Ding Yujing and Yan Xingming were left inside.
"Xingming, why are you so quiet?"
Ding Yujing began to feign ignorance…
He believed that with Yan Xingming's intelligence, he should have already noticed something.
"But none of that matters. We can talk about it later."
"You heard what we discussed just now. See if you're free recently, and I'll tell the young lady myself…"
Seeing his old friend pretending to be oblivious and trying to cover it up with other words, Yan Xingming understood everything.
"Old Ding, we've known each other for so many years, how could I not know your character?"
"There's no hurry with this training. I have a leisurely position, so I have plenty of time…"
Drawing out his words, Yan Xingming stared at Ding Yujing, "Why don't we talk about this girl's master first?"
Ding Yujing, "......"
As expected… I can't hide it…
"Xingming, what are you talking about? What master?"
Yan Xingming looked at the person feigning ignorance and understood.
He originally just wanted to test him, but Ding Yujing's subconscious gesture of touching his hand just now made him certain.
He knew this master!
He was originally just curious about who was so lucky to have encountered such a spiritually endowed child.
He didn't expect to dig up anything more…
Thinking this, Yan Xingming, however, looked at Ding Yujing with a solemn expression, remaining silent.
"......"
"No… Xingming, don't stare at me like that…"
He was already old, and facing this old friend, he still couldn't quite handle it…
"You don't want me to stare…"
"Hmm…"
"Then it's simple… just tell me clearly, and then everything will be fine, and we can all be happy…"
"......"
Whether you're happy or not, I don't know, but I'm certainly not very happy…
Old Du was right; I can't hide anything from this old fellow!
Thinking of this, Ding Yujing simply pulled over a stool and sat down.
"If you ask me, why don't you just guess?"
Yan Xingming glanced at him, his brows furrowing slightly, clearly not liking this approach.
However, with this sudden display of childish defiance, he truly had no other way.
Fine… let's try guessing.
"Pretty boy?"
Ding Yujing shook his head.
"Little rascal?"
Ding Yujing shook his head again, "......"
After guessing several names in a row, Ding Yujing was speechless.
How much animosity did these old fellows have with Xingming that they remembered all these playful nicknames from back then?
After guessing several, Yan Xingming was getting impatient.
His tone had a hint of exasperation, "It's not this, not that, it couldn't possibly be that old dog Du Bin, could it?"
As he said this, Ding Yujing's eyes widened slightly.
And with just that one look, Yan Xingming was surprised.
With a hint of hesitation, the words blurted out, "No… is it really that guy?"
Since it had come to this, Ding Yujing no longer kept it a secret and nodded with a shrug.
Hearing this confirmation, Yan Xingming was stunned for a long time, leaning back against the armrest of his chair.
After a long pause, his voice finally emerged.
"He's already back?"
"Mm."
"When?"
"Almost a year now…"
"He kept it really well hidden… but that's typical of him."
"As for you, to be able to keep it a secret for so long…"
Hearing this, Ding Yujing paused slightly, "Perhaps it's because I'm getting old…"
"Indeed, it's been so long."
As they spoke, the two suddenly fell silent.
After a while, the conversation resumed.
"Alright, when you have time, go ask him. We should meet."
"Mm."
With that, the two dropped the topic.
Yan Xingming calmed himself, stood up, adjusted his clothes, and walked out.
Upon stepping out, he saw the young girl sitting there diligently writing.
Recalling their conversation just now, he suddenly felt a sense of relief.
He walked over slowly and looked at the papers on the table, becoming even more satisfied.
She's such a disciplined and motivated child~
Suddenly, a shadow fell upon him, causing Qiu Xi to look up.
"Teacher Yan."
Yan Xingming smiled and nodded, "Mm."
Just then, Ding Yujing also walked over.
"Xiao Xi, are you done writing?"
"We're finished here. Those teachers had other matters and left earlier. You can pack up, and we'll head back."
"Okay."
As soon as Ding Yujing finished speaking, Qiu Xi immediately began to pack.
There wasn't much to pack; a quick shake and it could all fit into her backpack.
"Teacher Ding, I'm ready."
As soon as she finished packing, Qiu Xi followed behind Ding Yujing.
"Mm, then let's go."
"Xingming, let's go."
After saying that, the three of them walked out.
"Xingming, why don't we two see you off?"
Qiu Xi had driven them here for convenience, so now it was just right.
However, Yan Xingming looked at the two of them and shook his head, "No need. It's not far for me. I can get there in two bus stops."
Upon hearing this, Qiu Xi was quite surprised.
However, Ding Yujing reacted normally and nodded, "Alright, then we'll be going back."
"Mm, but you must handle what we discussed properly!"
Before leaving, he still remembered to remind him.
Ding Yujing, "......"
"Don't worry, I'll inform you as soon as there's any news."
"Mm~"
Hearing this, Yan Xingming left with his hands behind his back, looking satisfied.
Ding Yujing no longer wanted to watch and urged Qiu Xi, "Xiao Xi, let's hurry back too."
"You've been out all day, you must be tired. Go back, eat something good, and get some rest. You might be busy for a while."
Qiu Xi responded, "Okay, I'll keep that in mind~"
With that, the two of them got into the car and headed towards the school.