"Beibei is waiting for her on Sea God Island?"
Yan Shaozhe deliberately said this to Jiang Qingtong — did he think she would be eager to rush over to see him?
What a joke!
That Bright Phoenix Douluo, who had always been proud and never suffered a single hardship in her life, actually thought Jiang Qingtong would be happy to hear this news?
Seeing his expression, Jiang Feixin muttered under her breath, "So what if he's out of seclusion? What does that have to do with our Qingtong?"
Jiang Shengyu, however, directly took hold of Jiang Qingtong's hand, pulling her slightly behind him. Wearing a smile that didn't reach his eyes, he said, "Dean Yan, don't worry. We'll be sure to pay our respects to Student Beibei."
Yan Shaozhe nodded, then asked Xuedi to accompany him to the Sea God Pavilion to meet Xuanzi.
Xuedi's gaze lingered for a moment on Jiang Shengyu and Jiang Qingtong's tightly clasped hands before she responded softly, "Alright."
After the two departed, everyone else began to disperse to their own quarters. Ling Luochen and Wang Dong'er had already made their own plans when Yan Shaozhe mentioned the upcoming Sea God Fate Affinity Festival — both wanted to shine during the event.
Xiao Hongchen, on the other hand, was utterly uninterested. With his identity, if anyone from Shrek Academy took a fancy to him, it would be a miracle.
Meanwhile, Jiang Shengyu and Jiang Qingtong set out for Sea God Island to meet Beibei, with Jiang Feixin tagging along stubbornly. She insisted she didn't trust this so-called Beibei.
On the open ground near the island's shore stood Beibei, now noticeably taller than before. Dressed in the inner courtyard uniform of Shrek Academy, he was, objectively speaking, both handsome and refined. Ever since awakening his Bright Holy Dragon martial soul, his aura had grown even more extraordinary.
When he saw Jiang Qingtong, Beibei's expression softened. Yet when his gaze fell on Jiang Shengyu standing beside her, a faint frown creased his brow.
"Dean Yan said you were waiting for me here. What did you want to say to me?" Jiang Qingtong asked as she and her companions came to a stop before him. She looked steadily at Beibei, whose demeanor toward her and toward Jiang Shengyu was strikingly different.
"I'd like to speak with you alone," Beibei said to Jiang Qingtong.
His meaning was obvious — he wanted Jiang Shengyu and Jiang Feixin to step aside.
At that, Jiang Shengyu burst out laughing. "And what could you possibly have to say that I can't hear?"
"This matter has nothing to do with you," Beibei frowned and said.
Jiang Shengyu tightened his hold on Jiang Qingtong's hand. "Anything that concerns Qingtong concerns me. Whether it's 'related' or not isn't something you, an outsider, get to decide."
"That's right!" Jiang Feixin chimed in, nodding vigorously. Though she'd only just met Beibei, her instincts told her that letting Jiang Qingtong be alone with him was a terrible idea.
Seeing that neither intended to leave, Beibei took a deep breath and spoke evenly, "In that case, I won't insist."
His eyes settled on Jiang Qingtong. "Qingtong, I've completed the evolution of my martial soul — I am now the Bright Holy Dragon! I will reach the heights of the Limit Douluo, just like Ancestor Xuan! When that time comes, I will become the Pavilion Master of the Sea God Pavilion, wielding the power to stand against all!"
As he spoke, Beibei released his martial soul. Platinum light burst from his body, and two yellow, two purple, and one black soul ring rose from beneath his feet. Behind him, the majestic image of the Bright Holy Dragon manifested — its draconic eyes gleaming with divine might, surveying the world with contemptuous authority.
A wave of oppressive power swept toward Jiang Shengyu and Jiang Feixin.
Yet the pressure had no effect on Jiang Shengyu. As for Jiang Feixin, she directly unleashed her Golden Dragon martial soul — an even more dazzling golden brilliance erupted, and a dragon's might far superior to Beibei's crashed down upon the area. For an instant, Beibei's aura froze.
He stared at Jiang Feixin in astonishment and asked hesitantly, "You… what martial soul is that?"
Jiang Feixin didn't bother to answer him. She simply regarded him with cold disdain. It was Jiang Shengyu, ever the helpful one, who replied with a smile, "Golden Dragon! When it comes to dragon bloodlines, she's far nobler than your little white dragon."
Beibei's expression darkened. He drew in a deep breath to steady himself before retracting his martial soul.
Then, turning back to Jiang Qingtong, he said, "Qingtong, my soul power has reached fifty-eight! Before the next Soul Master Tournament, I'll definitely break through to the sixth ring — the Soul Emperor realm!"
With the power of the dragon core continuously nourishing him, Beibei's cultivation would only accelerate from here. The foundation Mu En had laid for him was strong enough to ensure smooth progress all the way to the Super Douluo level. Beyond that, talent and luck would determine everything.
Jiang Qingtong nodded lightly. "I understand your accomplishments. But they have nothing to do with me."
Beibei pressed on, "The Sea God Fate festival is coming soon! You know what that means…"
Seeing that he still couldn't bring himself to say things plainly, Jiang Qingtong found it almost laughable. "If there's nothing else, I'll be leaving. We've just returned from training and we're quite tired."
At that, Beibei clenched his fists. "I hope that during the Sea God Fate, I can stand by your side! You are a Heaven's Chosen — someone like you deserves a strong man as your partner, someone you can rely on!"
"A Heaven's Chosen doesn't need someone to rely on," Jiang Qingtong said calmly, looking straight at him. "I am the one others rely on."
Beside her, Jiang Shengyu added lightly, "Also, if I recall correctly, you're my defeated opponent, aren't you? Doesn't sound very 'strong' to me."
Beibei frowned. "Next time we fight, I might not lose."
"Then we'll see when the time comes."
Jiang Qingtong had no intention of wasting more words. Taking Jiang Shengyu and Jiang Feixin by the hand, she turned and left.
Beibei stood there in silence, watching the three of them walk away.
Back in Shrek Academy's male dormitory area, Ning Tian walked in with a serious expression. She stopped outside Jiang Shengyu's room, hesitated for a moment, then knocked.
Xiao Hongchen opened the door. When he saw her, she said, "Is Jiang Shengyu here? I need to talk to him."
"Another one?" Xiao Hongchen muttered, looking at her oddly. Then he called over his shoulder, "Hey brat, someone's looking for you!"
Jiang Shengyu came to the door and asked, "Ning Tian, what brings you here?"
"Can we talk inside?" Ning Tian glanced around at the students passing by, lowering her voice.
"Of course—"
Before Xiao Hongchen could object, Jiang Shengyu had already said cheerfully, "Of course! Hongchen, go buy some sunflower seeds!"
Xiao Hongchen just gave him a long, speechless look — a giant question mark on his face.
After sending him off, Jiang Shengyu invited Ning Tian inside. Once they were seated, he asked, "So, Ning Tian, what did you need from me?"
Ning Tian seemed conflicted. She stayed silent for a long while before finally saying, "My father… wants to meet you."
"What's the problem with that? You could've just said so normally." Jiang Shengyu frowned slightly at her awkward expression. "What's w
ith that look? You act like we're meeting the parents or something."
What's going on with this girl?
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