Chapter 85: Threefold Glory Exchange

Chapter 85: Threefold Glory Exchange

"Tang San, let's seal the deal."

In the waiting area, Ning Rongrong looked at Tang San with a mischievous smile.

Facing Ning Rongrong's smile, Tang San frowned slightly, but he reluctantly nodded his agreement.

Ning Rongrong could tell that Tang San was truly reluctant.

Although she often shirked her cultivation duties, only putting in minimal effort before losing interest, Ning Rongrong had traveled extensively with her father and grandfathers, granting her a wealth of life experiences beyond her years.

Thus, she could tell that Tang San was genuinely feeling the pinch of their agreement.

As for Tang San's flip-flopping, Ning Rongrong merely smiled.

It was only because of Tang San's teacher's position in the Blue Electric Tyrant Dragon School that he held any sway. If Tang San dared to renege on their deal, the Blue Electric Tyrant Dragon School would never side with him and risk offending her.

Dai Mubai had no interest in the transaction between Tang San and Ning Rongrong. Instead, he was eagerly anticipating the effects of the immortal herbs that Tang San had mentioned.

According to Tang San, Zhu Zhuqing's rapid improvement was due to consuming these herbs.

He wondered if consuming one of these immortal herbs could also cause his own strength to soar.

Oscar sat up straight, but his eyes were anything but well-behaved as they continually strayed towards Ning Rongrong.

Although the identity of the girl who had captured his heart was somewhat out of his league, at least for now, they had some connection.

Just as the atmosphere in the room grew tense, a familiar voice echoed from outside the corridor.

"Rongrong, I found you. It's almost time for the match, and it would've been embarrassing if I couldn't find you."

Hearing Wang Si's voice, Tang San subconsciously took a couple of steps back, feeling a twinge of guilt.

Ning Rongrong's reaction was very natural. She quickly ran towards the corridor, turned the corner, and then threw herself into Wang Si's arms.

"Hehe, I was just waiting for you here."

Wang Si ruffled Ning Rongrong's hair helplessly.

"I heard that Rongrong has been staying in the outer court these days. Are you not adapting well to the rigorous life in the inner court?"

Mentioning the inner court caused Ning Rongrong's face to fall, and she pouted slightly.

"How can you say that? The last time I left the inner court, there was an explosion. How could I possibly stay in such a dangerous place?"

Ning Rongrong argued with a straight face.

Wang Si had no rebuttal to this reason, because it was the truth.

As he entered the waiting room, Wang Si noticed the group of Shrek Academy students who were about to compete.

Unlike Ning Rongrong's carefree attitude, the two people following Wang Si looked relaxed, while the students from Shrek Academy appeared somewhat somber and guilty.

"Come on, give it your all. All inner court students have a chance to win a hundred-year-old immortal herb.

This time, the prizes are three immortal herbs of the right age, specially prepared by me. Don't let me down."

Noting the silent tension among the Shrek Academy students, Wang Si offered words of encouragement.

Hearing Wang Si's encouragement, the students from Shrek Academy stood up.

"Dean, we will," Oscar replied politely.

His politeness wasn't due to an excess of manners, but because Ning Rongrong was currently standing beside Wang Si.

Tang San and Xiao Wu's reactions were simpler—they both nodded.

Dai Mubai fixed his gaze on Wang Si and then looked at Zhu Zhuqing, who stood behind him.

"Dean, Zhu Zhuqing is my fiancee. If I win, can I take her with me?"

Dai Mubai's purpose was simple: to enter the inner court, obtain the immortal herb, and then use the imitation cultivation field here to enhance his strength.

His eldest brother would also be participating in this session of the Youth Soul Master Competition. In previous years, he had heard that his brother's cultivation of the "Hundred Refining Bone" technique had encountered problems, so his strength must have declined.

"Student Dai, I'm afraid I don't have the authority to decide such matters. Whether or not you can take her with you depends on her willingness to leave with you."

Dai Mubai turned to Zhu Zhuqing once more, but without a doubt, he was met with the same cold and mocking gaze.

Having been repeatedly looked down upon by Zhu Zhuqing, Dai Mubai could no longer bear the humiliation. He could only let out a cold hmph.

"Greetings, everyone. Our competition is about to begin..."

Just as the atmosphere in the waiting room grew tense, Xue Qinghe's voice echoed from outside.

Within the academy, the most influential figure wasn't Wang Si, who presided over the inner court, as he rarely showed his face.

Although everyone knew that Wang Si was the master of the Tianwu Duchy, this title couldn't compare to that of the first prince of Tiandou.

There were even rumors that Xue Qinghe would return to Tiandou City in the future.

If one could leave a good impression on this first prince, marrying into the royal family or establishing a remarkable achievement would be effortless!

Hence, whenever Xue Qinghe organized a large-scale event, regardless of its theme, it was destined to attract a massive crowd.

"Go on, the stage outside awaits you."

Wang Si gestured for them to proceed towards the competition venue.

Dai Mubai and A Lan stepped forward almost simultaneously, followed by Tang San and Zhu Zhuqing, with Ning Rongrong and Oscar bringing up the rear.

The two teams marched side by side.

As he watched the two teams depart, Wang Si took the initiative to pat Xiao Wu on the shoulder.

Xiao Wu turned to face Wang Si and bowed politely.

"Greetings, Dean."

Wang Si nodded and then pointed behind him.

"They probably won't go on stage for another ten minutes. Why don't you take a seat and wait for a while?"

Xiao Wu gazed through the waiting room's glass wall at the bustling competition arena outside and sighed softly.

She turned to the tea table behind her, where some food was laid out.

Having been hungry for days, Xiao Wu sat down by the table and started eating the fruits.

For some reason, lately, she could only feel full after eating cooked meals.

She craved something light and refreshing, like her favorite carrots, which she hadn't been able to eat in a while because they didn't fill her up.

"Little Yellow Rabbit, are you craving carrots?"

Wang Si smiled as he noticed Xiao Wu holding a carrot and staring into space.

Xiao Wu, who had been lost in thought, seemed to be triggered by Wang Si's words, and her eyes gradually became obscured by a layer of black mist.

She lifted her head, revealing a surprised expression on her face.

"Senior, what are you doing here? Where's the Dean?"

Wang Si sat down next to Xiao Wu and took the carrot from her hand.

"Is Little Dance craving carrots?"

Xiao Wu pouted, displeased that her carrot had been taken away, but she quickly put on a pitiful expression.

"Senior, I don't know why, but lately, I can't seem to get full from eating carrots. Those thin and short carrots do appeal to me when I'm hungry, but no matter how much I eat, I still feel hungry. Why is that?"

Xiao Wu was a bit frustrated, and she took the carrot that Wang Si handed back to her.

"You're not getting full, huh? I have a method that might help, but I'm not sure if it will work. We can give it a try, though.

But since you're still hungry, why don't you eat your fill first, and then I'll teach you afterward?"

Wang Si fiddled with the carrot in his hand, contemplating for a moment before asking tentatively.

Xiao Wu could only nod helplessly in response...

(End of Chapter)

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