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Tang Cheng's mind was filled with thousands of thoughts, but Qin Fang could not possibly know them. He simply followed behind Tang Cheng, walking towards the courtyard.

The Chu Family had indeed many visitors; the spacious courtyard was dotted with clusters of people standing around and chatting in groups of twos and threes.

Some were discussing scientific research projects, others were debating about the trends of next year's college entrance examination, and yet others were engaged in talks about commerce, finance, and so on...

This, to some extent, also proved just how extensive the Chu Family's involvement was. Although their main focus was education, their achievements in other areas were quite formidable as well.

After all, Elder Chu had students all over the country, many of whom had made significant achievements. Their network of contacts was extraordinarily strong; a slight utilization of it was a considerable asset. Along with a bit of intelligence, it would be hard for the Chu Family not to succeed!

However, it was clear that the small courtyard was not Qin Fang's destination. As Tang Cheng greeted people he knew, he led Qin Fang towards the main hall of the small building.

There, too, many people had gathered, and Qin Fang could already faintly see a figure dressed in cheerful traditional attire, seated in the seat of honor, smiling and looking in good spirits.

In just a short distance, Qin Fang and Tang Cheng had already arrived at the entrance of the hall. Elder Chu, seated inside, seemed to have been watching the entrance the whole time.

"Xiao Qin, you've finally arrived. This old man has been looking forward to seeing you..."

Upon seeing Qin Fang and Tang Cheng enter, Elder Chu, who had been sitting upright, couldn't stay seated any longer. With the help of others beside him, he started to walk towards Qin Fang.

"Elder Chu, you are too kind..."

Qin Fang dared not neglect his duty; as a junior, how could he allow an elder to greet him in such a manner?

He quickened his step significantly, moving like a fleeting shadow. He covered the distance of five or six meters in a few steps, managing to support Elder Chu before he even left his chair, even though his own words had not yet fully settled.

The members of the Chu Family were still a bit slow to react, especially those who had been standing between Qin Fang and Elder Chu. They only felt a breeze pass by and then noticed that Qin Fang had already reached Elder Chu's side. Their mouths hung open in shock, and they struggled to close them for quite some time.

Fortunately, Tang Cheng was there to explain that Qin Fang was a martial artist, and a formidable one at that. This helped everyone to understand and accept the situation.

While it's true that scholars often looked down on martial artists, that was a matter from many years ago. In today's society, individual capabilities were what mattered. If martial artists were competent, they were held in high regard. Scholars might have extensive knowledge, but if they couldn't even support themselves, it was all in vain...

Besides, the subjects taught in schools now didn't include the old archaisms like "Zhi Hu Zhe Ye"; mathematics, physics, and chemistry, which were not part of the ancient curriculum, were emphasized now more than ever, not to mention physical education... If one were to argue, these could also be included under the category of "martial" disciplines.

After what had just happened, the Chu Family members, who were already quite interested in Qin Fang, focused even more attention on him.

"This young man is good! He's very spirited and robust..."

"Indeed, he is excellent, full of vitality and vigor..."

Of course, with many eyes upon him, some comments were inevitable. The Chu Family was large, so naturally, there were many women, and the numerous aunts were particularly talkative.

Fortunately, their discussion was more in favor of Qin Fang... Since the elder liked Qin Fang, they naturally followed suit with their fondness!

Especially since these people were of a certain age, the youngest being over thirty and coming from a teaching background, their judgment of character was not as superficial as that of the women outside who might only judge by appearance and attire.

For these women, looks were not important. They particularly despised pretty boys, who they described as "extremely unreliable!"

As for money, the Chu Family was a scholarly lineage, a family of educators. Having enough money to get by was sufficient. Plus, with the family's various businesses for support, they weren't concerned with the amount of money.

This could be seen by looking at the cars parked outside, which were primarily economical and practical rather than flashy sports cars... This was the result of their family's educational environment.

Having eliminated these two factors, Qin Fang, in the eyes of these people, was truly outstanding, almost beyond reproach, and given that the Qin and Chu families had been good friends for generations, they looked upon Qin Fang with even greater esteem.

Even though Qin Fang had grown a thick skin from his martial training, he still felt overwhelmed by the scrutiny and discussion.

Helpless, being a martial artist, his senses were much sharper than those of ordinary people. Even though the people around were only whispering, Qin Fang could hear every word clearly...

"Good, good... Good lad, your agility... It's a match for your grandfather in his heyday!"

The Chu Family members had seen what happened, and Elder Chu, looking directly, saw even more clearly. Being supported by Qin Fang made the old man's wrinkled face bloom with a delighted smile, and he began to praise Qin Fang profusely.

"Eh... My grandfather also practiced martial arts?"

Upon hearing this, Qin Fang was instantly taken aback. Evidently, this was something he did not know. He had very little knowledge of his father and grandfather.

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