[Fire-Breathing Dragon: Hmph! You bastard, showing up again to pull some new stunt?]
At Blue Tyrant Academy, Liu Erlong saw the familiar ID on the screen, and her face instantly darkened.
For the past two days, she and Bibi Dong had been arguing fiercely in the group. She was already at the end of her rope.
Now that she was looking at the instigator behind it all, she was even more furious.
[Fire-Breathing Dragon: I'm warning you, don't pull any more of your ridiculous stunts, and don't even think about targeting me!]
Ye Qiong read Liu Erlong's warning and curled his lips into a mischievous smile.
Threatening me? You're in for a world of trouble!
Meanwhile, at Spirit Hall.
Bibi Dong reclined on the luxurious couch in her bedchamber, gazing lazily at the screen.
Two days of reflection had already calmed her down from her initial fury and collapse.
She had taken another look at Qian Xunji's crimes, Yu Xiaogang's cowardice, and her own wretched past.
The hatred was still there, but it no longer clouded her heart.
Now, seeing Liu Erlong threaten Ye Qiong, a hint of satisfaction flashed through her dark red eyes.
Liu Erlong, last time you cursed me out with such gusto. Today, it's your turn.
She wanted to see whether this woman, driven mad for Yu Xiaogang's sake, could keep up her arrogant airs when faced with the naked truth.
[Face-Tanking Ultimate: No need to get so worked up, Dean Erlong.]
[Face-Tanking Ultimate: Today, let's not talk about anyone else. Let's talk about you.]
[Face-Tanking Ultimate: @All Members, breaking news! It's about the little tale between the "Corner of Slaughter," Liu Erlong, and the "Corner of Wisdom," Yu Xiaogang, in our Golden Iron Triangle. Who wants the juicy gossip?]
[First Cute Bunny: I do, I do!]
[Pagoda Suppresses River Demon: Bring on the gossip! Hurry up and serve it!]
[I Am Not Swallow: I've got my chair and sunflower seeds ready.]
[Heavenly King Covers Earth Fox: ...]
Inside Saintess Hall, Hu Liena wore a complicated expression.
After learning about Bibi Dong's past two days ago, she had mustered the courage to visit her teacher and confess her identity, hoping to comfort her.
Unexpectedly, her teacher had barely reacted to her words of comfort. Her eyes had held a weariness Hu Liena had never seen before.
Now, seeing that the Group Owner was about to spill more secrets, she instinctively glanced at Bibi Dong's profile picture, feeling a little concerned.
[Fire-Breathing Dragon: You dare!]
Liu Erlong was furious. A surge of Soul Power burst uncontrollably from her body, making the teacups on the table rattle.
[Most Beautiful Pope: Why wouldn't I dare? I'm looking forward to it.]
Bibi Dong's words poured over Liu Erlong's fury like a bucket of ice water.
[Fire-Breathing Dragon: Bibi Dong?! You!]
Liu Erlong hadn't expected Bibi Dong to suddenly speak up, let alone take the Group Owner's side.
[6G Sky Wing: Heh, this should be a good show.]
At Crown Prince Residence, Qian Renxue's eyes, too, gleamed with interest.
For the past two days, she had replayed that video again and again, the storm in her heart never abating.
She had also come to understand some things, such as that she shouldn't lay all her hatred at the feet of her mother, who was a victim too.
Now, she wanted only to be a pure bystander.
Nothing more. This group was just too entertaining.
[Face-Tanking Ultimate: All right, enough chatter. Here's the video.]
Ye Qiong didn't waste another word and immediately sent out the first video.
[Beep! Group Owner "Face-Tanking Ultimate" uploaded the video The Golden Iron Triangle: Their First Meeting]
Everyone clicked on it at once.
On screen, a downcast young man walked alone across the wilderness.
His Martial Soul had mutated, making his family consider him a disgrace. Then he'd suffered a setback at Spirit Hall. Now he wandered aimlessly, lost and at a loss.
That man was Yu Xiaogang.
"Alas..." Yu Xiaogang looked into the distance and sighed softly.
Just then, two figures raced over and stopped in front of him. The woman in red had a sharp gaze, and the long blade at her waist gleamed coldly. It was Liu Erlong. Beside her stood a tall young man with an open, hearty smile: Flender.
"Hey! Who are you? What are you sneaking around here for?" Liu Erlong planted her hands on her hips, her tone fiery.
Flender tugged at Liu Erlong's sleeve and said gently, "Erlong, don't be so fierce. He doesn't look like a bad person." Then he turned to Yu Xiaogang, clasped his hands, and said, "Brother, we're traveling Soul Masters. My name is Flender, and this is Liu Erlong. You seem to be on your own. Have you run into some trouble?"
Yu Xiaogang raised his eyes. Seeing no malice in theirs, he said softly, "My name is Yu Xiaogang. I'm just an ordinary drifter, cast out by my family and looked down on by Spirit Hall."
"Cast out?" Liu Erlong raised an eyebrow, curious.
Flender said, "A Soul Master's path isn't all about their Martial Soul. You seem like a man of distinction, brother. Why not travel with us? We're short one companion with a good head on his shoulders."
Yu Xiaogang froze. He hadn't felt this kind of kindness in a long time.
Looking at their sincere expressions, he hesitated for a moment before nodding. "All right... Thank you both."
The scene changed. The three of them fought side by side, their teamwork seamless.
After they hunted down a five-thousand-year Soul Beast, Flender raised his wine cup high. "From now on, the three of us will be known together as the 'Golden Iron Triangle'! Xiao Gang, you're brilliant, so you'll be the 'Corner of Wisdom.' Erlong, your fighting strength is unmatched, so you'll be the 'Corner of Slaughter.' As for me, I'll be the 'Corner of Flight' and keep you both safe!"
"Good! The Golden Iron Triangle will never part!" Liu Erlong raised her cup, her eyes shining with fervor. As she looked at Yu Xiaogang, a different kind of affection entered her gaze.
Yu Xiaogang's heart warmed. He raised his cup and clinked it against theirs. "Never part!"
Those days were filled with passion and warmth.
[First Cute Bunny: Wow, they used to be so close!]
[Flowers Blooming in Begonia: They really do look like good friends.]
[Pagoda Suppresses River Demon: Awesome! This team is kind of exciting!]
[Fire-Breathing Dragon: ...]
Watching her younger self in the video, Liu Erlong looked a little dazed. Those days really had been among the happiest of her life.
[6G Sky Wing: Heh, one Corner of Wisdom, one Corner of Slaughter, and the other a Corner of Flight? More like a Corner of Peacekeeping.]
Qian Renxue's jab hit the mark.
[Most Beautiful Pope: Wisdom? Just a house of cards built on lies.]
Bibi Dong's assessment was full of scorn.
[Fire-Breathing Dragon: Bibi Dong, quit making snide remarks!]
Seeing Bibi Dong mock Yu Xiaogang, Liu Erlong immediately snapped back.
Ye Qiong ignored their argument and sent out the second video.
[Beep! Group Owner "Face-Tanking Ultimate" uploaded the video The Golden Iron Triangle: A Marriage in Ruins]
The video's colors turned warm and romantic.
After fighting side by side for a long time, Yu Xiaogang and Liu Erlong fell in love.
Beneath the moonlight, Yu Xiaogang clenched his fists nervously and said softly to Liu Erlong, "Erlong... The days I've spent with you have been the happiest of my life. I... I love you. Will you marry me?"
Liu Erlong's cheeks flushed scarlet. With a hint of girlish innocence, she nodded firmly. "I will! Xiao Gang, I've been waiting so long to hear you say that!"
Not far away, Flender watched them, a hint of sadness flashing through his eyes before giving way to acceptance.
He walked over and patted Yu Xiaogang on the shoulder. "Xiao Gang, congratulations. Erlong, don't worry. I'll arrange the grandest wedding for you."
"Flender, thank you," Yu Xiaogang said gratefully.
Liu Erlong added softly, "Flender, you'll always be the best big brother to me."
On the wedding day, Liu Erlong wore her bridal gown, her face beaming with happiness.
But just as the two were about to bow to each other, a figure radiating authority suddenly burst in.
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