Playing Dirty

Hong pondered, "Yes, I've met the owner of that ruin before, and it was indeed like that. Since it said so, it shouldn't be wrong."

Unexpectedly, Luo Feng's assessment will take such a long time; it seems his previous idea will have to be scrapped.

"Did the owner of the ruins tell you anything else? Like how to break through to the next level?" Hong asked.

"No, it didn't tell me anything about cultivation, but besides the Black God Set, it also gave me a bow, which is high-tech," Xu Qing showed off his wrist guards.

Hong glanced at it, somewhat curious, "It can even transform?"

"That's right, watch closely," Xu Qing thought, and the wrist guard on his hand immediately glowed, quickly forming a bow.

Hong looked at it with interest, then he noticed that the high-tech bow had no string. "No bowstring?"

"Ahem, it said that I need to break through to reach the minimum standard to use this bow. I don't have it now, but I will in the future," Xu Qing explained.

"Oh, but did they really give you this bow?" Hong asked, somewhat suspicious.

When he and Thor passed the trial, the owner of the ruins didn't give them anything, but simply taught them about Warrior arts cultivation.

"Really, it's what it gave me. Oh, it said that since I'm a peerless genius and the first one to pass the trial, it's giving me a good bow for free as an extra reward," Xu Qing said proudly.

Hong laughed. This kid really thinks he can't see through it? He even wants to show off in front of him. How naive.

"Yao Rao told me she wanted to invite you to dinner, but you refused?" Hong looked at him.

"That's right, I'm not familiar with her. We Warrior must always be wary of being deceived, especially by women, or rather, beautiful women," Xu Qing said seriously.

"You kid, it's not that serious... Never mind, in my opinion, you two are really not a good match," Hong said with a smile, shaking his head.

She knew Yao Rao quite well; she admired the strong. She only became interested in Xu Qing because Xu Qing was strong enough. Otherwise, she wouldn't have cared who Xu Qing was.

Not everyone can accept this kind of personality.

Although Yao Rao is very beautiful, Xu Qing is clearly not the kind of person who only cares about looks, so it will be difficult for the two of them to get along.

Otherwise, he would be quite happy to see the two of them together; the union of strong individuals would result in even stronger genes for their offspring.

"Mmm," Xu Qing nodded.

He paused, then asked, "Master of the Dojo, during the trial, I heard about levels like Apprentice Level and Planetary Level. Do you know what that means?"

When Xu Qing asked, Hong didn't hide anything, "That's right, this is the real ranking system. Fighter, War General, and War God are all titles I set myself. Originally, they were all Apprentice Level."

"Above the Apprentice Level, which is Beyond War God, is the Planetary Level. Once you reach the Planetary Level, you can fly freely and will awaken corresponding abilities."

"Above the Planetary Level are the Star Level and Universe Level. Earth is just one planet in the infinite universe. There are many powerful beings outside. We are still too weak."

"This is also a problem I've always worried about. If one day those powerful aliens arrive, what will become of us? It will definitely be terrible. So I hope that more powerful beings can be born on Earth."

At this point, Hong looked at Xu Qing, "Both you and Luo Feng are candidates I have high hopes for."

"I understand, don't worry, Master of the Dojo, I will work hard to become stronger," Xu Qing replied earnestly.

He had already guessed it when he heard the term "Planetary Level," and he didn't expect it to be true.

Those Ancient Civilization Ruins must be advanced cultivation civilizations from outer space. Beyond Earth, there are countless planets, countless living beings, and countless powerful beings.

Apprentice Level, Planetary Level, Star Level, Universe Level, and perhaps more to come—it's truly exhilarating.

"Alright, although the owner of that ruin didn't mention anything about breaking through, I think it's unnecessary. Although you're following the path of Warrior, you're also a powerful Spirit Controller."

"So, your breakthrough should be easy. I don't really need to say anything, but I'll just add one more thing: the key to a breakthrough lies in spirit and will," Hong said to Xu Qing.

"Spirit and will? I understand, thank you, Master of the Dojo," Xu Qing nodded, having roughly grasped the mystery.

"Well, there's nothing else to do. You can continue doing what you want to do, and the restrictions can be lifted. I hope you can achieve even greater success," Hong said with a smile.

Upon hearing this, Xu Qing's eyes lit up. "Really? Thank you, Master of the Dojo. Leave it to me. Watch how I drag those King Level monsters out of the sea and take them down one by one."

"Haha, that's ambitious! Go for it!" Hong laughed, also wanting to see if Xu Qing could pull it off.

The ocean is vast, and even for him, the strongest being on Earth, it would be difficult to find those King Level monsters in the sea.

Xu Qing is Spirit Controller and quick-witted; he might have a solution.

Later, Xu Qing returned the Black God Set to the Dojo, since he now had his own set of Black God Set.

After leaving the headquarters, Xu Qing thought for a moment, then looked in the direction of the Elite Training Camp, "Since we're already here, let's go see Teacher Jiang Fang and the others."

Elite Training Camp.

A silver-white Smart Fighter Jet landed on the lawn, and Xu Qing stepped out.

"Hey? Isn't that Xu Qing? I heard he graduated, why is he back?" Some students noticed him.

"Hello, I'm here again," Xu Qing waved to them naturally, after all, he was still a student just over a month ago.

The trainees smiled and gestured, "Xu Qing, is this fighter jet yours?"

"That's right, it's mine. Don't be envious. You'll have it too soon. You'll have bread, you'll have cola, you'll have everything. Keep going, brothers and sisters," Xu Qing encouraged.

The crowd was somewhat amused and exasperated. Did they think they didn't recognize the Smart Fighter Jet of the Limit Martial Arts Hall? These weren't things that could be obtained through mere effort.

Jiangnan Pavilion.

Xu Qing returned to the place and found that Zhao Ruo and Shi Jiang were not there; they must have gone to cultivate.

He went to the attic where he and Luo Feng had lived. Everything inside was still the same as before. It seemed that no new people had come after they left.

"There's nothing to eat. Maybe we should go check with Senior Sister Zhao Ruo," Xu Qing said after looking around. There was nothing there, since he and Luo Feng had packed everything up before they left.

Then, Xu Qing arrived at the attic where Zhao Ruo lived.

In the first-floor reception room, Xu Qing opened the refrigerator and skillfully took out snacks and drinks. He and Zhao Ruo had a history of fighting, and he knew she liked these kinds of things.

"Since we're on good terms, I'll have a little," Xu Qing said, looking at the table full of food before sitting down and starting to eat.

Zhao Ruo returned halfway through the meal.

As she reached the door, Zhao Ruo saw someone sitting in the living room and frowned. But upon closer inspection, she recognized Xu Qing.

Immediately, her face lit up with surprise, "Junior brother!"

As soon as she finished speaking, she rushed towards Xu Qing.

When Xu Qing saw Zhao Ruo return and rush over, she assumed Zhao Ruo was about to attack. She immediately put down the snacks she was holding, grabbed Zhao Ruo's hand just as she reached her, and threw her away.

Bang!

Zhao Ruo lay on the ground, completely bewildered. She had been thrown out?!

"Senior sister, you still need to practice. You've regressed since I last saw you," Xu Qing said, clapping his hands in a condescending tone.

Upon hearing this, Zhao Ruo's initial joy turned into a deep sense of grievance, and she lay on the ground crying.

"Huh?" Xu Qing heard Zhao Ruo sobbing, looked over, and froze on the spot.

No way, he Zhao Ruo cry!

"Senior sister, I was wrong. I shouldn't have eaten your snacks. I only ate a little bit. Don't worry, I'll buy them back for you. Is that alright? Don't cry anymore, okay?" Xu Qing quickly helped her up from the ground and obediently admitted her mistake.

This was the first time he had ever made a girl cry; it was a historic moment, especially since it was his senior, Zhao Ruo.

Zhao Ruo, her eyes red, stared at Xu Qing, making him feel extremely guilty. "Senior sister, it's just a few snacks, you don't have to be like this."

"You think it's just a matter of a few snacks? I saw you were quite happy, but you just threw me out like that," Zhao Ruo accused him.

Xu Qing scratched his face awkwardly, "I just thought you were going to hit me. This is a normal reaction."

"Did I hit you?" Zhao Ruo continued to stare at him.

"No... no, oh dear, I was wrong, okay? Why don't you throw me too, and we'll be even," Xu Qing knew he was in the wrong, so he could only say that.

"No, what's the point of me throwing you? You were already prepared," Zhao Ruo snorted.

"Then what should I do to make you stop being angry, senior sister? How about I take you to buy some snacks?" Xu Qing didn't know what to do either.

Zhao Ruo pouted, "Do I need these snacks? If you want to apologize, fine, then close your eyes."

Upon hearing this, Xu Qing immediately became wary. Was she planning to take this opportunity to retaliate?

"Hurry up, close your eyes," Zhao Ruo urged.

"Huh? Senior sister, if you want to beat me up, just come at me. I'm a grown man, I'm not afraid at all, so there's no need to close your eyes, right?" Xu Qing hesitated.

"Who said I was going to beat you up? Hurry up and close your eyes," Zhao Ruo glared at him.

Xu Qing sighed helplessly, "Fine, fine, I'll close my eyes then."

However, when he said he closed his eyes, he was actually just squinting, leaving only a slit.

"Keep your mouth shut," Zhao Ruo tapped his head.

"Okay, okay," Xu Qing said helplessly, and had no choice but to shut up and continue talking.

Seeing that Xu Qing had closed his eyes, Zhao Ruo no longer hesitated. She stretched out her arms, hugged Xu Qing's neck, stood on tiptoe, and kissed him.

Xu Qing immediately sensed it, abruptly opened his eyes, and froze upon seeing Zhao Ruo's face, which was so close.

"Waaah..." Xu Qing wanted to say something, but forgot that her mouth was covered. She grabbed the other person's waist with both hands and gently pushed her away.

However, Zhao Ruo held him tightly, giving Xu Qing no chance to break free.

Xu Qing didn't know what to do. It was the first time he had been forcibly kissed by a girl, and that girl was his senior sister.

He blinked, hesitant to throw her away forcefully, afraid of hurting her.

Zhao Ruo only let go of him when he was almost out of breath from the kiss.

"Hoo," Zhao Ruo's face was flushed, her wheat-colored skin slightly red, giving her a wild look. Her lips were also red, and her eyes were dreamy. She was very beautiful.

Xu Qing looked at her, wanting to back away, but her arms were still wrapped around him. The burning sensation on his lips made him realize that what had just happened was not an illusion.

"Junior brother, I like you. When you're not around, I can't help but think about you. Junior brother, I want to be your girlfriend. Please give me a chance." Zhao Ruo confessed.

Xu Qing looked at her; her eyes were filled with affection for him, and she was serious.

"But, senior sister, I..."

"I know you have someone you like, and I don't mind," Zhao Ruo interrupted him, hugging him tightly, her heart pounding like a drum.

Xu Qing didn't know what to say. He could be indifferent and ignore Yao Rao, but he couldn't do that with Zhao Ruo.

Seeing that Xu Qing remained silent, Zhao Ruo asked him, "Junior brother, do you hate me?"

"I don't dislike it," Xu Qing answered honestly.

Hearing this answer, Zhao Ruo smiled happily, "Then please give me a chance, okay? Junior brother, I beg you, if you don't agree, I won't let go, I'll follow you wherever you go."

As she spoke, she clung to Xu Qing like an octopus, locking herself onto him.

Xu Qing was dumbfounded. Wasn't this his trick? "Senior sister, come down first, can we talk this out properly?"

"No, if I let go, you'll definitely run away. Unless you promise me, I'll never let go, even if it kills me," Zhao Ruo knew Xu Qing all too well.

"Oh dear, senior sister, you're so shameless! How can a girl act like this? You'll never be able to get married," Xu Qing said, pouting.

He's always the one who acts shamelessly towards others; no one else ever acts shamelessly towards him.

"I don't care, I don't care, I'm sticking with you for life," Zhao Ruo declared.

"Ahem... you two are really going all out," Shi Jiang said, standing at the doorway and smiling like an aunt as she watched the two of them being so intimate.

He said that Zhao Ruo hadn't been eating or drinking these past few days, and it turned out she was thinking about Xu Qing.

Even more coincidentally, Xu Qing came back today, and it seems Zhao Ruo even confronted Xu Qing.

Xu Qing looked embarrassed. "Senior sister, come down quickly. It wouldn't look good if someone saw us."

"No, Senior Brother Shi Jiang, you're my witness, if Xu Qing doesn't agree to be my boyfriend, I won't come down," Zhao Ruo said.

Shi Jiang, who also loved watching the drama unfold, said, "Fine, I'll be your witness. If Xu Qing doesn't agree, just keep bothering him."

Seeing Shi Jiang egging him on, Xu Qing was furious. When did it become his turn to be the one being watched?

He originally thought today was an auspicious day, which is why he wanted to come back here, but he didn't expect it to be a very unlucky day at all.

"Alright, alright, alright, I promise you, okay?" Xu Qing had no choice but to agree.

Zhao Ruo looked delighted. "Really? Then tell me clearly, what did you promise me?"

"I...I promise you, I'll be your boyfriend," Xu Qing rolled his eyes. This guy really didn't fight with him for nothing; he'd learned most of his style.