C114 Gekka I Really Regret It!

Confronted with Gong Lizi, it was as though she had encountered a complete stranger.

"Starting today, you're going to change. My only feeling is deep regret."

Gong Lizi let out a sigh, gazing up at the sky. As she looked at Yang Ming, a profound sense of remorse flickered in her eyes. She resembled a devout believer, or a vegetarian monk who had inadvertently indulged in meat and harbored improper thoughts. Upon realizing her transgression, she was filled with repentance.

"There's no use in regretting. That's just the nature of the world."

Yang Ming spoke calmly, his words not befitting a five-year-old but rather echoing the wisdom of a seasoned elder who had weathered many storms.

He was reminiscent of Uchiha Itachi, who, having faced life and death and witnessed the cycle of rebirth, possessed a profound understanding of life beyond his years.

Yet, Yang Ming's unique aura stemmed from his rebirth; the combined experiences of two lifetimes, along with the powers of creation and destruction granted by Wood Escape, crafted his distinctive presence.

"So, you believe that's simply how the world works? Your clarity of vision is astonishing. It's hard to believe you're only five, yet you speak like a sage who has unraveled the world's mysteries."

Gong Lizi sighed, her gaze upon Yang Ming intense and brimming with sincerity.

"Nobody is perfect. Despite my past wrongdoings, I was a Grass Ninja and an orphanage director. If I vow to mend my ways, would you consider giving me another chance?"

Her demeanor was exceedingly respectful, a stark contrast to her previous attitude, and it didn't seem feigned.

Yang Ming nodded in response and uttered a single word.

"Indeed."

He was ready to depart when Guan Shang, Katsura Atsuhiro, and others approached. They had come to greet Gong Lizi and were surprised to find Yang Ming there as well.

"Gekka, I didn't expect to see you here!"

Guan Shang initiated the greeting but quickly disengaged.

It was nothing more than a polite acknowledgment.

Jin Cou and his companions didn't spare Yang Ming a glance.

Katsura Atsuhiro, however, gave Yang Ming a fleeting look, a spark of combativeness in his eyes, before turning away.

Upon seeing this, Yang Ming simply smiled and shrugged it off. He turned and made his way toward the Grass Kage.

Today, he was the star of the show, and the Grass Kage and company had been waiting for quite some time.

"Gekka Ming, where do you think you're going? We're just students; our place is here. Over there is where the Grass Kage's VIPs are. Don't forget your manners and give the Grass Ninja a bad name!"

Chang Jiaye caught sight of Yang Ming's destination and quickly stepped forward, grabbing his arm and whispering urgently.

In this setting, she had shed her usual aloof demeanor and was careful to keep her voice down.

"Laugh at me? Who would dare? They've all come for me. If I don't show up, they'll just be left waiting."

Yang Ming couldn't help but smile at Chang Jiaye's well-meaning concern.

After all, these were his classmates and fellow alumni. Despite their usual disagreements, they were all Grass Ninja, ninjas from the same village. Maybe he didn't need to hold any animosity towards them.

In this context, Chang Jiaye's intentions were genuinely good, without a hint of ulterior motive.

"Waiting for me? Gekka Ming, I'm aware of your abilities, and even Teacher Hino Le has given you free rein, but you need to understand the context. Everyone here is for Lord Yuejun. Though only five years old, he already possesses the strength of an Elite Ninja. Today, our Grass Ninja clan intends to officially promote Lord Yuejun to Elite Ninja status before witnesses. Don't stir up trouble here, or you'll tarnish the reputation of all the Grass Ninja!"