Xiao Yan breathed a sigh of relief, confirming that Tang Hao wasn't lurking nearby. He then looked at Zhu Zhuqing seriously.
Zhu Zhuqing asked curiously, "What did you figure out?"
After organizing his thoughts, Xiao Yan began, "On our first day in Soto City, we encountered Dai Mubai."
Thinking about that day, Xiao Xue still remembered it vaguely and pouted, "That Dai Mubai was with two twin beauties at the time."
Zhu Zhuqing snorted in disdain regarding Dai Mubai, "What does that have to do with me?"
"Don't be impatient. At the time, I saw that he wasn't old, yet he had the strength of a thirty-seven-level Soul Elder. My first thought was that he was a pampered young master from a prominent family. After a fight, I learned he was from Shrek Academy, so I let him go."
"We met again later at the entrance of Shrek Academy. You were also there. Dai Mubai quickly noticed you and said you might be able to use a Martial Soul Fusion Skill with him."
I followed his gaze and realized your strength was at Level 27. At twelve years old, Level 27. With such talent, there's a high probability you come from a distinguished background.
Back then, I had two guesses: one was that Dai Mubai's luck was unbelievably good, and he encountered a Soul Master capable of performing a Martial Soul Fusion Skill; the other was that you two both came from prominent families, perhaps even families that knew each other."
Zhu Zhuqing didn't expect Xiao Yan to be not only strong but also so meticulous in his thinking.
Just from a few words, he'd seen through their situation.
"Perhaps it was just good luck," Zhu Zhuqing defended.
"Really just luck?"
"You didn't react much to Ma Hongjun's actions, but you paid extra attention to Dai Mubai, and immediately mentioned his age. Linking those two things together isn't so simple. Most importantly, you came to me to ask for mentorship."
Zhu Zhuqing asked, puzzled, "What's wrong with me asking for mentorship?"
Xiao Yan smiled slightly. "Now that I know these things, I have a pretty complete guess."
"You and Dai Mubai should know each other, and you both come from different large families. Because your families' Martial Souls can perform a Martial Soul Fusion Skill, your families have a good relationship. There might even be marriage rules."
Zhu Zhuqing blushed. Although Xiao Yan wasn't entirely correct, she did have a marriage agreement with Dai Mubai.
Seeing Zhu Zhuqing's reaction, Xiao Yan knew he was probably right. He continued,
"Although large families sound wonderful, the internal competition must be very cruel. Dai Mubai could leave a beautiful childhood sweetheart behind and come to the godforsaken Shrek Academy, probably to temporarily escape this competition.
Dai Mubai has good talent, but sometimes, the gap in time is hard to make up for with talent. He probably isn't his parents' first child. His enjoyment of life is mostly due to his future tragic fate, so he decided to enjoy himself while he can."
Zhu Zhuqing's eyes widened slightly. Was Xiao Yan too smart?
They had only met a few times, yet he had guessed seven or eight parts of their backgrounds and the relationships between them.
Xiao Yan continued, "Now that you've seen the reality of the situation, you know relying on Dai Mubai isn't going to get you anywhere. And with Shrek Academy's teaching methods, you alone won't be able to win in the upcoming family competition. That's why you came to me.
If you hadn't come, I would have assumed my earlier guess was wrong. But now that you're here, I can be sure that while I might not be entirely right, I'm close.
I imagine if you lose the competition, your life will be in danger, right?"
Xiao Yan's words were almost exactly what Zhu Zhuqing was thinking. However, she didn't confirm whether he was right or wrong. Instead, she asked again, "Can you teach me?"
"As long as you're not afraid of death, then there's no problem," Xiao Yan said with a smile, agreeing.
Zhu Zhuqing wanted to become stronger, and he needed an experimenter. They were a perfect match.
Zhu Zhuqing was somewhat surprised. "You're willing to teach me unconditionally?"
"Conditions? If you die, then what's the point of conditions? You should think carefully. Once you decide to train with me, you'll have to follow my instructions," Xiao Yan said seriously.
Zhu Zhuqing replied even more earnestly, "As long as it makes me stronger, I can endure any hardship. I might die because of the family competition. Dying later or dying now, I'd rather use this life to fight for a chance to survive. Even if I die in the end, at least I'll have fought for it."
Xiao Yan sneered, "Dai Mubai, a man, is even less courageous than you, a girl. What a coward."
He'd run into Tang Hao before, and now Dai Mubai. Men were really losing face.
However, he was still very happy to have Zhu Zhuqing.
Compared to the old fogeys at Shrek Academy, a young Soul Master like Zhu Zhuqing had greater physical plasticity. The effects of training would be better, and the conclusions reached would be more universally applicable.
Moreover, if inner strength and soul power clashed, he was absolutely confident in saving Zhu Zhuqing's life.
"Come with me back to Shrek Academy first. Go pack your things. You won't need to study at Shrek Academy anymore. I'll arrange a training schedule for you tonight."
Zhu Zhuqing was a little worried. "I'm afraid the academy's teachers won't let us leave so easily, will they?"
Xiao Yan waved his hand, saying calmly, "If we want to leave, no one can stop us. Just pack your things."
Could it be that Xiao Yan was still hiding his strength? Zhu Zhuqing nodded slightly, feeling a sense of peace for the first time.
As time passed, the bright moonlight turned gray, as if foreshadowing an impending battle.
Ning Rongrong sat on a large stone at the entrance of Shrek Academy, swinging her legs. The cool evening breeze blew over her, especially onto her long, fair legs. The soreness from running in the morning was immediately relieved, making her feel incredibly comfortable.
Oscar's expression was somewhat unsightly, his eyes betraying a hint of unwillingness. He occasionally glanced at Ning Rongrong, clearly having run into some obstacles.
Dai Mubai returned to Shrek Academy and looked at Oscar and Ning Rongrong at the entrance: "What are you doing here?"
Ning Rongrong jumped off the stone: "Of course, we're waiting for you. Where are Xiao Yan and the others? Why did only you come back?"
Dai Mubai was feeling vexed and replied casually: "I didn't go the same way as them; they should be back soon."
"That cold and elegant girl, Zhu Zhuqing, hasn't returned either. Judging by your expression, did you get rebuffed by her?" Ning Rongrong asked with a smile.
Dai Mubai's eyes flashed with cold light: "Ning Rongrong, watch your mouth. This is Shrek Academy, not your family's. Others might fear your Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, but I, Dai Mubai, don't. If you provoke me, be careful, I might just rape you first, then kill you, and then rape you again." (lol)
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