Transcending the Magic Era: The Supreme Female Archmage

Following the announcement of the capital's decision, the City Lord's Mansion also received a detailed response from His Majesty the Dharma King regarding the decision.

Once it was confirmed that the two children would be going to the capital to study, the servants in the mansion immediately got busy packing and organizing their belongings.

Chu Qiuchi stood aside, quietly watching the servants busily moving things, but a strange sense of melancholy welled up in his heart.

"Little brother, are we really leaving here? I don't want to leave our home, Mom and Dad, and my friends here."

Chu Yichen gently held her sister's hand, her eyes also showing reluctance: "Yes, I'm also reluctant to leave Mom and Dad, as well as Xiyang and Ahuan. We even promised to go to the academy together."

At this moment, Qiu Jingya walked over with two exquisite red hats, her face beaming with a gentle smile: "Xiao Chi, Chen Chen, Mom made a hat for each of you. It will look great with your red magic robes when you get to the capital."

Chu Qiuchi and Chu Yichen took the hats, their eyes slightly reddening.

Chu Siyuan carefully instructed the housekeeper to prepare more commonly used medicines in case the children suffered from water and soil acclimatization problems, so that they could be dealt with in a timely manner.

Just as everyone was busy with their tasks, a series of hurried footsteps suddenly came from outside the door.

Everyone looked on curiously, and saw a figure running over in a hurry, her little face full of anxiety.

It turned out to be Xu Xiyang. He had heard that Chu Qiuchi and Chu Yichen were about to set off for the capital to study, so he was extremely anxious and rushed over here without stopping.

When Xu Xiyang finally saw the two people he had been longing for, he was so excited that he rushed forward and looked at Chu Qiuchi and Chu Yichen with a wronged expression.

"Sister Qiuchi, and Yichen, why are you going to study in the capital? Didn't we promise to study here together? Could it be... could it be that you're really planning to abandon us like this? Waaaaah..."

As he spoke, Xu Xiyang's eyes gradually welled up with tears, and his voice involuntarily carried a hint of sorrow and unease. It was as if he could burst into tears the moment Chu Qiuchi and Chu Yichen dared to nod in agreement.

The Xu couple rushed over. They had barely stepped inside when they heard Xu Xiyang's mournful words. They exchanged a glance, both looking embarrassed.

Mother Xu coughed lightly, cleared her throat, and said, "Oh dear, what are you talking about abandoning! Why do you talk like a resentful woman confined to her chambers? This is a good thing! The capital has better educational resources, which is a rare opportunity for Xiao Chi and Yi Chen."

Father Xu immediately nodded in agreement: "That's right! Son, don't be sad. You should also work hard in your cultivation. Maybe you'll have the opportunity to study in the capital in the future, and then you can reunite again."

Chu Qiuchi and Chu Yichen also quickly stepped forward and comforted Xu Xiyang.

Chu Qiuchi gently patted Xu Xiyang's shoulder, her tone encouraging: "Yes, Xiyang, didn't you say you wanted to become a great general? Even though we're not here, you must continue to cultivate diligently. We'll be waiting for you in the capital."

Chu Yichen nodded vigorously, "Yes, Xiyang, work hard, we'll be waiting for you in the capital!"

Hearing everyone's warm and encouraging words, Xu Xiyang's eyes were red, but his voice was firm and strong: "I will work hard to cultivate, and I will definitely come to the capital to find you in the future."

Before long, the other friends arrived one after another. They brought all sorts of gifts and heartfelt blessings to say a final goodbye to Chu Qiuchi and Chu Yichen.

Just as they were having their final celebration, Butler Lin came to Chu Qiuchi's side and said, "Miss, Miss Shao says she wants to see you. She's currently in the reception room."

Chu Qiuchi raised an eyebrow, looking surprised. "Her? She wants to see me?"

"Sis, what's she doing here? She can't be here to drop you off, can she?" Chu Yichen also curiously came over.

Chu Qiuchi shook his head. "I don't know. You guys play first, I'll go take a look."

Seeing that she was about to leave, Chu Yichen quickly grabbed her, "Sister, why don't I go with you? What if she bullies you?"

"Are you kidding me? She can't possibly bully me. I think you just want to watch the show. Stay here and have a good talk with hope Yang and the others." Chu Qiuchi tapped his forehead, then turned and strode out.

In the reception room, Shao Yuping looked at the door with a complicated expression. When she saw Chu Qiuchi coming over, she stood up reflexively.

"What do you want to see me about?" Chu Qiuchi raised an eyebrow and gestured with his chin toward her. "Sit down and let's talk."

She walked over and sat on the other side of the table, resting her chin on one hand, her peach blossom eyes lazily staring at Shao Yuping, waiting for her to speak.

Shao Yuping took a deep breath, a hint of sadness flashing in her eyes, "Chu Qiuchi, you are such an annoying person."

Chu Qiuchi frowned slightly. "If this is what you came here to talk about, then please leave!"

Shao Yuping ignored her words and continued, "You have loving parents and a doting brother. Originally, I was superior in aptitude during my first awakening, and I finally managed to outshine you, making life at home a little easier."

As she spoke, her eyes gradually reddened, and her voice carried a hint of hysteria, "But now you have awakened for the second time, and you still have awakened the best aptitude, and you were even lucky enough to catch up with the seed class of the Imperial Academy. Since you awakened, my life at home has become even more miserable. Do you know how much I hate you?"

Looking at her excited expression, Chu Qiuchi was somewhat puzzled. "What does my awakening have to do with you? And what does it matter to me whether you're doing well at home?"

"Of course it's related!" Shao Yuping shouted excitedly at Chu Qiuchi. "My parents have always compared you to me since I was little. Whenever I was inferior to you in any way, I would be beaten and punished by them. After my first awakening, they started to be gentler to me and care about me. But now, everything has gone back to the way it was before, and it's even worse than before. Do you think I should hate you?"

Chu Qiuchi lowered his hand and quickly said, "Hey, hey, stop! Although I sympathize with your situation, you really shouldn't hate me. You should hate your parents. It's clearly their problem. You're just powerless to fight back against them, so you've transferred your hatred onto me."

Caught off guard by Chu Qiuchi, Shao Yuping chuckled softly, tears streaming down her face as she murmured, "Yes, I should hate them, but I can't... they'll definitely change..."

Chu Qiuchi stepped forward and handed her a tissue, saying softly, "You're being naive. With parents like these, you should give up as soon as possible. Instead of hoping they'll change, you should focus on cultivating yourself. Only with strength can you have a voice and better protect yourself!"

Shao Yuping stopped crying and glared at Chu Qiuchi. "You make it sound so easy. No matter what, they are still my parents."

Chu Qiuchi shrugged. "Not all parents are good. Haven't you heard the saying, 'If the father is not kind, the son will run away to another place'? As children, we can't choose our birth, but if our parents are not kind, that's their fault. Some things, if you can't get them by asking, don't force them. You have to let go of what you have to let go of!"

Hearing Chu Qiuchi's bold words, Shao Yuping was deeply shocked. She composed herself and said, "I will work hard in my cultivation. As long as I am good enough, I believe they will definitely change..."

Chu Qiuchi nodded perfunctorily, "Alright, alright, then you'd better work hard. Is this all you came here for?"

"Of course not, I'm here to challenge you. Don't get cocky just because you're talented now. I'm no worse than you. We'll see." Shao Yuping raised her chin and looked at Chu Qiuchi with arrogance.

"Alright, I got it! And stop tilting your head back, your nose hairs are showing!"

Shao Yuping was immediately furious, "Chu Qiuchi, you are as annoying as ever!"