Douluo Zone

The first time setting up a stall, we didn't buy many ingredients, only 20. After Huo Yuxi and the others ate 3, and we saved 1 for Bei Bei, there were 16 left. But clearly, more people were lining up than that.

Huo Yuhao called out to the people behind him, "Sorry everyone, since it's our first day setting up stall, we didn't buy many ingredients. We only have 16 left. Each person is limited to one, so please come earlier tomorrow if you're in line!"

Although those people had their complaints, they couldn't force a sale. After a few words, they dispersed.

Huo Yuxi wanted to say something, but she noticed they had all stopped moving, their eyes fixed on the main entrance. She turned her head to follow their gaze and was also stunned. A girl of unparalleled beauty, about 14 or 15 years old, with a tall, well-proportioned figure, and long, wavy golden hair cascading down her back, had appeared.

"What a beautiful older sister!"

Tang Ya heard her words and followed Huo Yuxi's gaze. Understanding, she explained, "That's Jiang Nannan. She's a famous beauty in our academy, known as the most beautiful girl in the outer court."

Hearing Tang Ya's explanation, Huo Yuxi looked at her and said earnestly, "Little Ya sister, you're very beautiful too. You're also a great beauty."

"Xixi, why are your words so sweet?" Tang Ya was overjoyed by the compliment. She turned and cupped Huo Yuxi's small face. Although she didn't care much about such things, who wouldn't want to be praised for their beauty?

Her eyes twinkled, and a mischievous thought struck her. She quietly asked, "Then Xixi, between your Little Ya sister and her, who do you think is prettier?"

Huo Yuxi's round little face creased. "Little Ya sister, don't compare yourself to others. You two are different. Your beauty is lively and cheerful, while that sister is a beauty with a melancholic aura. You're opposite types."

"Hahaha... Xixi, you're so good with words." Tang Ya laughed until she couldn't close her mouth.

While they were talking, the stunning girl had already arrived at the stall. She said softly, "Junior, are there any more grilled fish?"

"Apologies, Senior. Today's batch has already sold out. If you'd like to eat, please come earlier tomorrow."

Jiang Nannan nodded and turned to leave. She didn't mind, but the people around her were not happy. Regardless of gender, they all wore angry expressions, as if Huo Yuhao refusing to sell to her was a violation of heavenly law.

"Nannan, I have one here. Take it and eat it!"

"Senior Nannan, I have one here too. Take it first!"

"Thank you everyone, but no need. I'll just buy it next time." Jiang Nannan thanked them with a sincere smile.

Those who were responded to, without exception, looked like they had been noticed by an idol, their faces flushed with excitement.

"Little Ya sister, the beautiful senior seems to have a really good personality."

As soon as Huo Yuxi finished speaking, a sudden change occurred. A golden light flashed, and a gold soul coin embedded itself into the sign Huo Yuxi had just hung up. Then, a tall figure appeared, walked to the front of the stall, and reached for the grilled fish in Huo Yuhao's hand.

Huo Yuhao had been using his Spirit Eyes while grilling the fish. Just as the large hand was about to touch the grilled fish, he retracted his arm, pulling the fish behind him.

The young man who didn't get the grilled fish was furious. His face, with a slight baby fat, turned bright red. "Kid, I'm giving you money. Give me the grilled fish."

Seeing the purple school uniform he was wearing, Huo Yuhao knew this was a senior from the fourth or fifth grade. However, that didn't stop him from refusing to sell. "Senior, all the grilled fish have been sold. If you want to eat, please come earlier tomorrow."

Xu Sanshi clenched his fists. He suddenly grabbed Huo Yuhao by the collar and snatched the fish from his hand with the other. Although Huo Yuhao saw his opening, the gap in their cultivation was too large, and he couldn't dodge.

Seeing her brother being manhandled, Huo Yuxi couldn't stand idly by. The Soul Devouring Spider in her arms flashed with light and directly used its First Soul Skill.

As a sixth-grade student, Xu Sanshi's abilities were not to be trifled with. Sensing something was wrong, he immediately let go of Huo Yuhao, and a pitch-black turtle shell shield appeared in front of him.

The moment the Gui Yan Blade contacted the turtle shell shield, sparks flew. Huo Yuxi was furious and controlled the light blade to attack in other directions.

"Xixi."

"Xu Sanshi, stop."

Two voices came from different directions. The first was Huo Yuhao's. This was the first time he had seen Huo Yuxi so angry.

He could understand by putting himself in her shoes; he would probably be even more furious, but now was not the time for impulsiveness. The gap between Xu Sanshi's strength and hers was obvious. If they really fought, she would be the one getting hurt.

The second voice was Jiang Nannan's. She really hadn't expected that in the time it took her to turn around, this person would cause such a commotion again.

Bei Bei had just returned after buying something and intervened, breaking up the fight. He then took Huo Yuxi's place and started fighting Xu Sanshi.

Huo Yuhao quickly rushed over to pull Huo Yuxi aside and began to lecture her.

"Bei Bei, he dared to bully our Tang Sect people. Teach him a lesson." Tang Ya, enjoying the spectacle, egged Bei Bei on from the side.

Xu Sanshi was furious. He turned and walked towards Tang Ya. Bei Bei's tall figure suddenly appeared, completely shielding Tang Ya.

"Nyah nyah." Tang Ya poked her head out, still making faces at him.

She turned and looked at Jiang Nannan with a wronged expression, hoping for some comfort. To her surprise, she was met with Jiang Nannan's angry face.

"Xu Sanshi, I remember I've told you many times that there's no possibility between us. You've overstepped."

After speaking, Jiang Nannan came to Huo Yuxi's side and said apologetically, "I'm sorry, junior schoolmate. Are you alright?"

Huo Yuxi, who had been arguing fiercely with Huo Yuhao, blushed instantly when the beautiful senior apologized so closely.

"N-no, I'm fine."

By the time Huo Yuhao finished his lecture, Tang Ya and Bei Bei were already preparing to move to the Douluo Zone.

"Little Ya sister, what is the Douluo Zone?"

"The Douluo Zone is where the academy allows students to freely duel. Simply put, it's the place where the school lets students fight. If you dislike someone, you can challenge them here, and you even get academic credits if you win."

Huo Yuxi nodded as if she understood.

Huo Yuhao handed the remaining few grilled fish to those who were still watching the commotion and followed them to the Douluo Zone. Bei Bei and Xu Sanshi went to pay the venue fee of 10 gold soul coins each. Huo Yuxi and the others, who wanted to watch, had to pay an additional 10 silver soul coins each.

"The academy really knows how to make money," Huo Yuhao remarked, looking at the vast crowd.

"Of course," Tang Ya said, pulling the two of them to sit in the spectator stands. "Our academy is the number one academy on the continent. All the resources here are top-notch. If they don't find ways to earn more money, how can they support such a huge academy?"

"Do you know why the fees here are so high, yet they're still eager to come?"

Huo Yuhao shook his head. Tang Ya explained, "When people come here to participate in competitions, the academy only takes 50% of the ticket fees. The remaining 50% goes to the winner. Moreover, if you successfully challenge someone of a higher level, not only is the venue fee refunded, but the loser also has to pay compensation."

"Some of the spectators come to observe battles and accumulate experience. Those with higher comprehension might even develop their own soul skills while watching."

"The other part of the people are simply here to watch the show, just like us. Most students who can get into Shrek Academy come from well-off families, and this amount of money might not even be enough for one meal."