The Master’s Mask Unveiled Again
Chapter 969 - 968: Three Masters of Jinjing, Gather at Qing University Campus!

Chapter 969: Chapter 968: Three Masters of Jinjing, Gather at Qing University Campus!

But now, no one would say that anymore.

With Lu Mian’s score right there—736 points—it’s just not enough to compare!!

It’s likely that no one will ever surpass this score again in the future.

Professor Peng Xi added, "But I heard she’s been living abroad and self-studied to get into Qing University. Her abilities are indeed impressive."

Kang Hongbin didn’t think much of it. He even puffed his chest out with pride, "Our department’s Lu Mian has never seriously attended a single lecture, but didn’t she still score 789?"

All the teachers: ... Not attending lectures is something to brag about?

Yes, it is.

She scored 789 points!

Anyone who can achieve what Lu Mian has, skipping school wouldn’t even be a concern!

Kang Hongbin, full of anticipation and pride, instructed students to keep an eye on the campus gate. As soon as they noticed any sign of Lu Mian, they were to report immediately.

One student asked Kang Hongbin, "How do we find her without a photo?"

Kang Hongbin’s answer was simple: the first girl you spot in the crowd will be the most outstanding college entrance exam scorer.

Students: ... That’s as good as saying nothing.

——

But, the entire day on the 24th passed, then the 25th and 26th slipped by, and neither Kang Hongbin nor the professors saw Lu Mian.

Now it was down to the last day for checking in, the 27th, and Kang Hongbin grew increasingly uneasy.

Could Lu Mian possibly have gone back to high school again?

On the night of the 26th, Sui Yuan, who had already moved into the Qing University Dormitory, found out that Lu Mian hadn’t arrived at school yet. So, he privately sent her a text message.

[Mianmian, when are you coming to Qing University?]

Lu Mian replied quickly: [Tomorrow afternoon.]

[Alright, let me know in advance when you’re coming. It takes 35 minutes to walk from my campus to the Physics Department.]

Lu Mian pursed her lips, her gaze lingering on the words "35 minutes," clearly dissatisfied.

It’s truly inconvenient not being on the same campus.

[Just stay in your dorm room, don’t move—I’ll come find you.] she replied.

After sending the text, Lu Mian pulled out Qing University’s campus map, starting with the Chinese Language and Literature Department where Sui Yuan was located, and began looking for nearby majors to consider.

——

Indeed, Lu Mian wasn’t in any rush to head to school. Even though Mo Si had been nagging her like a parent for days, she remained steadfastly unmoved.

Over at the hospital, Lu Beihua had been in the ICU for three days before his condition finally stabilized.

Lu Mian stayed with Ya Ling and Yun Sang for three days. It was only after Lu Beihua was transferred to a regular ward that she finally felt reassured.

Yun Sang, standing nearby, found his heart aching.

Lu Mian’s tender care and attentiveness were infused into her every action.

He understood it all.

Lu Mian was protecting Ya Ling.

He knew this, too.

When Lu Mian wordlessly produced a special medicine, it was for Ya Ling.

She didn’t offer any explanations, nor did she dramatize the situation or seek pity. Her actions spoke volumes.

In contrast, a certain someone...

Her own grandfather was hospitalized, yet she had rushed off to school early and hadn’t come to visit even once over three days. She constantly complained about how schoolwork was overwhelming and time was tight.

The gap between people couldn’t be more glaring.

Yun Sang shook his head with a sigh, "Sis, everything is settled here. You should head back tonight. Tomorrow is reporting day at school."

"Alright." This time, Lu Mian didn’t refuse.

While feeding the old man some nutritious porridge, Yang Can casually asked, "Miss Lu Mian, which school did you get into?"

In any case, no school could top the one their family’s eldest daughter attended.

Yun Sang draped his long legs over the coffee table, leaned against the sofa, and lazily smiled, "Qing University."

"Huh? Wait a minute, isn’t Qing University’s check-in period already over?" Yang Can couldn’t stop himself from blurting out.

As if they didn’t know—talking nonsense without even preparing a draft!

Yun Sang gave a meaningful smile, "Yes, tomorrow’s the last day to check in."

Upon hearing this, Lu Beihua, who was half-sitting on the hospital bed, momentarily froze, and the porridge about to touch his lips no longer seemed appetizing.

If even Lu Mian could stay by his side for three days, yet his biological granddaughter Lu Yutian...

Some comparisons are best left unmade—they only end up chilling the heart.

"Sir..." Realizing he had misspoken, Yang Can awkwardly scooped another spoonful of porridge, "Would you like another bite?"

"No need."

Lu Beihua was in low spirits. Leaning back onto the bed, he began talking with Lu Mian.

His eyes were still covered by bandages from his surgery, so he could only vaguely focus on a random spot.

"Miss Lu, which major did you choose?"

Lu Mian paused for a moment; she had pretty much forgotten after her application process, "Probably Physics Department."

Yang Can set down the bowl and spoon, his expression carrying a hint of condescension.

Even in Qing University, majors are segregated into ranks. Her vague response suggests it’s definitely not a top-tier program.

Yun Sang didn’t miss Yang Can’s mockery. He had long despised this secretary of his grandfather—snobbish and sycophantic.

Especially when he tried smearing his sister’s reputation.

Disdain aside, Yun Sang remained polite on the surface.

After all, the Yang family had been working for the Lu Family in O Continent for many years. Yang Can’s father had been one of Lu Beihua’s trusted aides, deeply rooted in Lu Family affairs. Unlike earlier years when Yun Sang’s father had split from the family, they didn’t dabble in Lu Family decisions anymore.

Nevertheless, Yun Sang wouldn’t let Lu Mian be mistreated.

He ignored Yang Can and replied with a cold smirk, "Well, my sister’s performance was just too outstanding. Professors and department heads are desperate to have her, of course!"

"Oh?" Lu Beihua, suddenly intrigued, asked, "How much did Miss Lu score on the entrance exam?"

"789. The exam score was 749, with 40 extra credit points added."

Lu Beihua was shocked. He hadn’t expected Yun Sang’s so-called adopted sister to be so extraordinary, "So sensational—how come I hadn’t heard anything about it?"

Yun Sang directed a frosty glance at Yang Can, his voice chilling, "The more capable someone is, the more lowkey they tend to be!"

Yang Can: ...

——

On the 27th.

Lu Mian packed some luggage in the morning, and by the afternoon, she headed to Qing University accompanied by Xiao Jianli and Xiao Qimo.

To Kang Hongbin, it was as if a deity had descended upon him. He immediately ushered the three VIPs into his office with overwhelming enthusiasm.

Lu Mian didn’t have to lift a finger—everything was handled through expedited channels, and her admission procedures were completed swiftly. Heaven forbid a delay that might result in Lu Mian switching to another department.

Kunyang had been lingering around the Physics Department the entire time. Now finally seeing Lu Mian, he practically clung to Kang Hongbin’s office.

Eventually, Jing Pei somehow caught wind of the news and, together with his protégé Su Luo, rushed to the Qing University campus.

When it came to Lu Mian’s orientation, every courtesy had to be afforded!

Soon, whispers began spreading across the Qing University campus.

"Have you heard? The Three Masters of Jinjing have come to our school!"

"Whoa, what’s so special about today that it’s got all three titans mobilized?!"

"This is practically a once-in-a-lifetime sighting! Come on, let’s go take a look. Who knows when we’ll see the Three Masters together again!"

Students at Qing University who had even a passing knowledge of the Three Masters weren’t missing this opportunity.

After much searching, everyone discovered that the trio was all gathered at the Physics Department?

Huh?

Since when did the Three Masters take an interest in Physics?