Crimson Alert

That evening, the two of them strolled around for a while. In the end, Cheng Xiaoyu still went with Mu Ningxue to Mu Family Manor, and naturally had to endure her father's nagging.

However, Mu Zhuoyun did not say much. He was quite satisfied that this "Yellow-haired Boy" had brought his daughter back, and casually told him to come to the manor tomorrow to watch the match.

Cheng Xiaoyu did not refuse. Early the next morning, he brought Ye Xinxia over to freeload a meal, conveniently saving himself the cost of breakfast.

The moment Ye Xinxia appeared, Mu Yanqiu and Mu Ningxue immediately walked over. The three sisters chatted nonstop, their voices bright and lively, having an absolute blast.

After greeting Mu Bai, Cheng Xiaoyu found a seat and started eating breakfast.

Today, Mu Zhuoyun had started the banquet bright and early, inviting every person of status in Bo City. It could be said that he was in high spirits.

Mu Yuang was a somewhat talented junior of the family, while Mo Fan was the son of the driver, Mo Jiaxing. Mu Zhuoyun had also given him some cultivation resources before, so he could be considered half a member of the Mu Family.

In other words, no matter who won or lost this Quota Battle, the Mu Family would be the one to benefit in the end. How could that not make him happy?

Cheng Xiaoyu also ran into Teacher Tang Yue at the banquet. She sat alone in her seat, ignoring the attempts of the men around her to strike up a conversation. When she saw him, she immediately walked over.

"Teacher Tang Yue could actually try accepting their invitations. Why come looking for a student like me?"

"Get lost. Teacher isn't interested in those old men. Student Xiaoyu is young and handsome instead. Maybe I can give you a chance."

Faced with Tang Yue's teasing, Cheng Xiaoyu could only chuckle helplessly and did not continue the topic.

After her identity as a judge had been revealed, the two of them had a pretty good relationship. At the very least, it was better than those classmates at school he had never spoken to.

"I still haven't asked you. Which university are you planning to apply to?"

Hearing this, Cheng Xiaoyu pondered for a moment before answering.

"Mingzhu University, I guess."

"Mingzhu University... That is indeed a good choice. I thought you would go to Gudu Academy."

Tang Yue had previously learned that Cheng Xiaoyu had gone to awaken his second element. Only after confirming it did she find out it was actually the relatively rare Undead Element. Going to the ancient capital to personally experience the aura of the undead would have been the better choice.

"Mm, I suppose it's because of a promise. After I go there, I should be able to join a hunter institute and earn some extra money."

Cheng Xiaoyu had known an Online Friend a long time ago. When he had first become a Hunter Magician, he had received a lot of help from that Online Friend. The other party had solemnly promised that he could go straight to them later. That hunter institute seemed to be called... Qingtian Hunter's Institute.

"Fine, then. I won't ask too much about your university matters, but you can consider The Tribunal after you graduate!"

Tang Yue whispered softly by Cheng Xiaoyu's ear. After saying that, she did not forget to throw him a flirtatious look, looking exactly like an older sister trying to seduce Xiao Chunan.

"Uh... sure."

After a tedious process, they finally arrived at the most important part—the match. Cheng Xiaoyu did not care how it ended, but the process left him extremely shocked.

That Mo Fan was actually a Naturally Dual-System magician. Not only had he awakened the Fire Element, but he had also awakened the Lightning Element, leaving everyone present utterly dumbfounded.

"I didn't expect him to be Naturally Dual-System. Does this kind of Innate Talent really exist in this world?"

"Hahaha, looks like our Bo City is going to become famous again. The last one was Mu Ningxue!"

"Sigh, I heard this Mo Fan is the son of Mu Zhuoyun's driver. Why does the Mu Family get all the good things?"

Listening to the discussions and envious gazes around him, Mu Zhuoyun finally recovered from his shock. Soon after, a burst of wild joy surged up in his heart.

Sure enough, helping that kid Mo Fan back then had been the right choice. He had actually become an angel investor!

"Hahaha, Old Mo, your son has made something of himself!"

"Ah... oh, I still have to thank Big Brother Zhuoyun for his help."

Mo Jiaxing did not understand things like magic, but from the expressions of the people around him, he could tell that his son really was a magic genius!

Cheng Xiaoyu was not interested in what happened afterward. He was shocked by the Naturally Dual-System, sure, but it had nothing to do with him. However, he could at least have a good meal at the evening banquet.

"Sigh, I feel like eating all day today is going to make me fat again."

After returning home, Ye Xinxia pinched her lower belly and sighed helplessly.

"That's fine. Isn't it better for girls to have a little flesh on them? Otherwise, what's good about being like a bamboo pole?"

Cheng Xiaoyu actually did not like girls who were too skinny. Someone like Mu Ningxue felt quite full when held. But looking at it this way, younger sister's talent was even greater.

"Is... is that so..."

Ye Xinxia's fair, pretty face flushed slightly. Although she had developed quite well, she could not exercise to begin with, so she had to control her diet. Otherwise, it would not be good if she became too fat... But as long as Older Brother did not mind!

After being treated with [Repair Potion], she really did feel that her legs had improved a lot. Now, she could walk a short distance, though she would still feel tired. Even so, she was already very satisfied. At the very least, she had seen hope for life.

Mu Ningxue returned to Imperial Capital Academy. Since she did not want Cheng Xiaoyu to apply there, she had to endure the pain of a long-distance relationship... It was just that neither of them had admitted for the time being that they were lovers.

One day, Cheng Xiaoyu first sent Ye Xinxia to the hospital to visit her mother, then went to the Hunter Union to receive the mission he had chosen before heading Outside Safe Zone.

The weather today was not very good. It had started raining early in the morning, making people feel extremely uncomfortable.

But just as he had walked out not too far, a strange light flickered in the gloomy sky. A scarlet color instantly covered the entire heavens, illuminating the whole city in an even more terrifying hue!

"Crimson Alert?!"

Seeing the blood-colored light in the sky, Cheng Xiaoyu's pupils could not help trembling, and a shocked expression appeared on his face.

How was that possible? Why had a Crimson Alert been sounded? Could it be that Demon Beasts were attacking the city?!

Without anyone noticing, the rain grew much heavier, pouring down in relentless sheets. The dim, murky sky shrouded the entire Bo City in a stifling atmosphere, while not far away came one heart-palpitating roar after another.

"Sha... sha..."

A rustle of leaves came from the woods beside him, and Cheng Xiaoyu immediately went on alert, his sharp gaze fixed in that direction.

A hideous wolf's head poked out. Its crimson vertical pupils locked onto the human before it, a thick greed flashing through its eyes.

Seeing the One-Eyed Demon Wolf charge at him with a snarl, Cheng Xiaoyu drew his dagger and met it head-on. With one step, he leaped into the air, the blade in his hand tracing a beautiful arc before he landed steadily on the ground.

A crimson line of blood flashed past. The One-Eyed Demon Wolf's head fell straight to the ground, blood spraying into the heavy rain as a thick stench of blood filled the air.

"Roar!"

Suddenly, roar after roar came from the woods. Massive figures emerged one by one and instantly surrounded Cheng Xiaoyu.

Seeing this, Cheng Xiaoyu's brow lifted slightly. His taut body suddenly relaxed, and his gaze swept over the surrounding One-Eyed Demon Wolves, his eyes utterly calm.

"One... five... eleven... Nineteen One-Eyed Demon Wolves in total?"

Looking at the nineteen One-Eyed Demon Wolves, the corners of his mouth could not help but curve up. A dense black sheen gradually seeped into his eyes, and a powerful aura radiated from his body.

"Perfect. I'll use you all for practice."

He reined in his smile, his tone turning extremely solemn and cold as he spoke.

"Arise!"

The moment his words fell, the shadow behind him stretched backward in an instant. The next second, Shadow Soldiers rose from within the darkness one after another, standing in perfect formation behind Cheng Xiaoyu and becoming the sharpest Knight Legion.

Cheng Xiaoyu slowly raised his arm and waved his hand.

"Go. Kill them all."