Yu Tianming looked up at the midday sun and said to everyone, "Now that everyone's roles have been assigned, let's go have a meal together. We can also check out how the Blue Tyrant Academy's cafeteria is."
Blue Tyrant Academy wasn't exactly large, but not small either. It didn't take long before everyone arrived at the cafeteria.
The Shrek Academy's meals were all handled by village aunties. Hygiene aside, just the taste alone couldn't compare with the outside world. For the Shrek Seven Devils, whenever the Master cooked up a pot of soul beast soup, it felt like celebrating New Year's.
But Blue Tyrant Academy was different. Not only was it fully decorated and well-equipped, they even specially hired chefs from Heaven Dou City.
Upon walking into the cafeteria, Ma Hongjun and Oscar—who had only ever been to small eateries—had their eyes wide open. Even Tang San, who had lived two lives, couldn't help but be silently amazed, glancing around with Xiao Wu bouncing happily beside him.
After leading everyone to a private room on the top floor of the cafeteria, Yu Tianming turned to Flender and said, "Please don't be polite, everyone. This will be your place for studying and living from now on. Just treat this as your home."
Everyone took their seats, but what surprised them was that Zhu Zhuqing, without any concern for others' seating, first glanced shyly at Yu Tianming before smoothing out the wrinkles on her pants and sitting directly beside him.
Seeing this, Xiao Wu—who was close to her—pulled Tang San along and sat down beside Zhu Zhuqing, making the two girls in the Shrek Seven sit together.
Zhu Zhuqing was born into royalty and knew better than most women how to utilize the resources around her. Among those present, Yu Tianming held the most power and strength. Whether or not she could escape the Star Luo royal family rested entirely in his hands. Naturally, she wouldn't miss any chance to get closer.
Looking at the tall, curvy girl beside him, Yu Tianming smiled faintly but said nothing more.
Unlike Yu Tianming's calm, Evil-Eyed White Tiger Dai Mubai felt his heart burn as he saw his fiancée sitting beside another man, showing shyness and flattery in her eyes.
As a man, Dai Mubai understood the difference between himself and Zhu Zhuqing. She had youth, beauty, and a stunning figure, perfectly capable of using her body to climb higher. But he was just a crippled prince, with nothing Yu Tianming could value. He didn't believe begging would gain him any help. So instead, he pinned all his hopes on leading the team to victory in the Soul Master Tournament and defeating Davis.
Now that he had given up on clinging to Yu Tianming's coattails, his possessiveness toward Zhu Zhuqing surfaced. Yet, constrained by strength, he didn't dare to act out.
While Dai Mubai was staring at Zhu Zhuqing, Tai Long's eyes were glued to Xiao Wu, who sat directly across the table.
Xiao Wu's race was like Blue Silver Grass—ordinary ones were low-tier soul beasts and common food for herbivorous beasts. But once cultivated for 100,000 years, she became a Blue Silver Emperor, transcending her race. As its ruler, she amplified the powerful vitality traits of Blue Silver Grass to their limits, no weaker than any beast of noble blood.
Regular Soft Bone Rabbits only had pretty fur and fast legs. Due to their high reproduction rate, they were common prey for carnivorous soul masters. But Xiao Wu, a 100,000-year-old Soft Bone Rabbit, had evolved into a Soft Bone Charm Rabbit, not only more agile but also possessing a devastating charm ability.
As a 100,000-year Soul Beast, Xiao Wu mainly attacked with soft skills. But her charm wasn't inferior to that of Spirit Hall's Hu Liena.
Although she didn't have Zhu Zhuqing's outrageously curvy figure, her dancer-like body was slender and straight. Every move she made was graceful and alluring. With her youthful vitality and high innate spirit power, she was exactly Tai Long's type.
The moment they sat down, Tai Long couldn't stop staring at Xiao Wu, not even sparing a glance for Tang San beside her—a mere Soul Elder meant nothing to him.
Tang San noticed Tai Long's blatant gaze and grew furious. Yet, due to the situation, he didn't throw any hidden weapons. Instead, he glared back at Tai Long, his eyes filled with hostility.
How could a 100,000-year-old bunny spirit like Xiao Wu not see the tension in their eyes?
Usually, Tang San acted all wooden, always treating her like a sister, never once hinting at romance. But now, stirred up by Tai Long, he was finally showing his feelings and confronting another man for her.
To Xiao Wu, Tai Long's arrival was a sign of hope—a chance for Tang San to confess. So, she didn't stop the tension and instead enjoyed having two men fight over her.
Tang San and Tai Long stared each other down, neither making a move.
Xiao Wu thought, 'Looks like the provocation isn't strong enough. I need to throw on more fuel—if I don't push San-ge, he'll always see me as a sister.'
Thinking this, her gaze toward Tai Long slowly changed. She didn't do much—just winked and smiled sweetly at him.
Tai Long was instantly dazed, blood dripping from his nose. Mind and soul, entirely entranced by Xiao Wu.
Dai Mubai and Ma Hongjun, both veterans in matters of love, instantly understood what had happened. Dai Mubai, forgetting all about Zhu Zhuqing's earlier humiliation, watched the show gleefully.
'If Xiao Wu gets snatched by Thunder Academy's team leader too, I wonder what face Little San will make? Can he even beat a Soul Ancestor?'
As everyone watched the drama unfold, Tang San's expression gradually froze. He stared in disbelief at Xiao Wu beside him. 'Why is Xiao Wu smiling at Tai Long like that? Is this still the innocent girl I knew?'
Moments later, he snapped back, his jealousy boiling over. He completely lost his usual composure. The purple light in his eyes turned crimson. One hand touched the sleeve dart hidden in his cuff, while his eyes burned toward Tai Long. If not for Yu Tianming's powerful presence, he would've ended Tai Long right there.
Caught in his charm-induced trance, Tai Long was shocked awake by Tang San's killing intent. Yet with his Soul Ancestor cultivation, he didn't fear Tang San. Wiping the blood from his face, he smiled and said to Xiao Wu, "Junior, hello! Let me formally introduce myself. I'm Tai Long, team leader of Blue Tyrant Academy, already a Soul Ancestor."
Xiao Wu noticed the murderous gleam in Tang San's eyes. To push him further, she decided to add even more fuel to the fire.
Facing the enthusiastic Tai Long, she said sweetly, "Senior, you're amazing! Already a Soul Ancestor? I'm Xiao Wu, the 'dance' in my name means dancing. Please take care of me in the future."
At that moment, her eyes sparkled like autumn water, making Tai Long's heart flutter wildly.
He was so lost he'd even thought up names for their grandchildren. Grinning like a fool, he said, "Xiao Wu, you can come to me for anything in the future."
Though Tang San had lived two lives and was even a former assassin, he had zero experience with love. How could he compare to a 100,000-year-old bunny spirit like Xiao Wu when it came to emotional manipulation?
With a bit of coaxing, Tang San completely lost his cool.
He glanced at Yu Tianming, who was calmly resting with his eyes closed, then took a long breath, forcefully pressing down his rage. Grabbing Xiao Wu's hand, he said sternly, "Xiao Wu, what's wrong with you today? That Tai Long guy is obviously a player—don't let him trick you!"
Before Xiao Wu could speak, Tai Long crossed his arms and sneered, "Xiao Wu, Tang San's so rude and aggressive, and you're this cute. Is he really your blood brother?"
Xiao Wu had always loved a bit of chaos. Now that the drama had reached her, she didn't feel alarmed—instead, she was even more thrilled. "Senior Tai Long, don't misunderstand. San-ge and I really are brother and sister."
Tang San looked at Xiao Wu, then at the smug Tai Long. His face flushed red like blood.
He sat there like a bullied goody-two-shoes, unable to believe it. 'Is Xiao Wu still the girl I knew? Are all these years of affection about to be stolen by Tai Long?'
Just when his rage peaked, Tang San suddenly calmed down.
Despite having lived two lives, emotionally, he was still completely green. But when it came to killing, few on the continent could compare.
He calmly looked around, then gently pulled Xiao Wu's hand and said softly, "Xiao Wu, let's talk about this after we eat, alright?"
Thinking he was finally going to confess, Xiao Wu nodded sweetly, unable to hide her joy.
Just as the commotion settled, Yu Luomian entered the private room with Liu Erlong.
Something had clearly happened between them. Yu Luomian's face was radiant with joy, while Liu Erlong remained expressionless, only showing slight emotion when looking at Yu Xiaogang.
As they sat down, the food was served.
Yu Luomian, seated at the head, looked around and smiled warmly. "Tianming must've arranged your positions by now. Eat and drink well today. The Soul Master Tournament is coming, and training starts tomorrow. I'll prepare all necessary resources, so don't slack off."
He then looked at Flender and Yu Xiaogang.
His tone was kind, nothing like the raging man who had ruined Yu Xiaogang's wedding years ago. "Flender, Xiaogang, it's been over ten years since we've seen each other. Now, the Golden Iron Triangle has reunited here at Blue Tyrant Academy. I value the bond created by your Martial Soul Fusion Skill. I hope that bond doesn't go sour again."
Because Yu Yuanzhen had been obsessed with training in his early years, Yu Luomian had handled most of Yu Xiaogang's upbringing. His years of harsh discipline had left a deep scar on the Master's heart. The moment he saw Yu Luomian, he looked like a scolded child, lowering his head and falling completely silent.
Flender didn't notice his friend's change. Although Yu Xiaogang and Liu Erlong hadn't reunited, just seeing the Golden Iron Triangle together again made it feel like the old days.
Watching this, Yu Tianming thought: 'Yu Luomian really had the skill to tear them apart back then. Now, just by sitting here, he makes them act like mice in front of a cat. So this is a father's authority.'
With Yu Luomian present, no one dared to stir up more trouble. After dinner, everyone returned to their quarters.
Only Tang San stopped Xiao Wu under the trees near the dorm.
"San-ge, you asked me to stay—what is it?" Xiao Wu looked full of anticipation, her heart pounding. 'Is San-ge going to confess? I really am a genius—just a little trick and I've got him right where I want him.'
As a 100,000-year-old Soul Beast, Xiao Wu was far more mature emotionally than Tang San. But she didn't understand his heart. She didn't know how hard it was for him to speak of love. The more people approached Xiao Wu, the more he resisted.
Looking at the love-struck Xiao Wu before him, Tang San felt bitter. Gripping her hand, he said emotionally, "Tai Long's not a good guy. Just look at him—you know he's tricked plenty of girls. Xiao Wu, don't let him fool you!"
But Xiao Wu's smile slowly faded.
She flung off Tang San's hand and said coldly, "San-ge, what exactly is our relationship? Why do you have to interfere just because I said a few words to someone? Whether Tai Long is good or not, I'll judge that myself. I don't need your opinions."
Tang San stood frozen, eyes full of disbelief. 'How could my Xiao Wu say something so heartless? After all these years together... why has everything changed?'
Finding no answers, the assassin-turned-straight-man did the only thing he knew.
"As your brother, I have a duty to protect you from being deceived—at any cost."
"Only a brother?" Xiao Wu looked at the completely clueless Tang San, laughed in anger, and said, "If that's how you feel, then we've got nothing more to talk about." With that, she turned and walked away without looking back.
Tang San stood there, staring at her retreating figure, feeling an emptiness in his heart. He couldn't understand—why had Xiao Wu changed so much after arriving at Thunder Academy?
That night, back in her dorm, Xiao Wu also tossed and turned restlessly. 'Were my words too harsh earlier? Did San-ge get hurt? Why did I act so strange today, like I was possessed, just to provoke him?'
(End of Chapter)
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