Qian Daoliu withdrew his gaze from the Competition Platform; Ye Zhi's Soul Ring Configuration was clearly a testament to the capabilities of the Shrek Academy.
Qian Daoliu still remembers the shock he felt when he saw the nine 100,000-year Soul Ring beneath Yun Ming during their fight; that terrifying pressure still makes his heart sink.
After thinking about this, Qian Daoliu's gaze involuntarily fell on the young man in the center of the platform.
From the start of the competition until now, the dean has not uttered a single word. He has simply sat there quietly, his face devoid of any extra expression, revealing neither joy nor anger, nor any intention whatsoever.
Even now, Qian Daoliu still can't figure out this young man.
He brought so many powerful individuals, so many resources, and so many extraordinary methods to the Shrek Academy. What exactly does he want?
Qian Daoliu's brow furrowed almost imperceptibly, but before long, the list of the next group on the Competition Platform was announced.
"Next match: Zhu Zhuqing from Suotuo City versus Dai Yun'er from Suotuo City."
Two figures walked onto the Competition Platform.
The girl on the left is tall and voluptuous, her black dress accentuating her alluring curves. Her face is indifferent, her black eyes devoid of any emotion, and her long hair flows freely down her back.
The girl on the right also has a hot figure, with striking long golden hair and a pair of bright, smiling eyes. She looks much gentler than the one on the left, with a warm and gentle temperament, and even a faint smile on her lips.
" Zhu Zhuqing, Level 43, Martial Soul Hell Spirit Cat."
" Dai Yun'er, level 53, Martial Soul souls: Hell Spirit Cat and Spirit Eye."
Level 43 versus Level 53, that's another 10-level difference.
In the audience, Dai Mubai was casually watching the match while leaning back in his seat, but when the name Zhu Zhuqing came out of Fang'er's mouth, he suddenly sat up straight and fixed his gaze on the girl in black.
His breathing became more rapid, and his pupils contracted slightly.
Zhu Zhuqing, that name... he was all too familiar with it.
Ma Hongjun, who was standing to the side, was the first to notice Dai Mubai's unusual behavior. He saw that Dai Mubai was sitting very upright, so he frowned and reached out to tug at Dai Mubai's sleeve.
" Boss Dai, what's wrong?"
Dai Mubai didn't answer. Ma Hongjun followed his gaze and looked at the girl in black on the Competition Platform. Then he looked at Dai Mubai's expression, his heart skipped a beat, and he quickly lowered his voice and said.
" Boss Dai, that Shrek Academy is not one we can afford to mess with. We were beaten badly enough last time, so don't be impulsive!"
Last time in Suotuo City, they were thoroughly humiliated by the Shrek Academy, and Ma Hongjun still feels pain all over when he thinks about that beating.
But Dai Mubai seemed not to hear him, his gaze still fixed on Zhu Zhuqing on the stage, and he finally spoke after a long while.
"She... is my fiancée."
Upon hearing this, everyone present from the Monster Academy was stunned.
Oscar was the first to react; his mouth gaped open and his eyes widened.
" Boss Dai... what did you say? Zhu Zhuqing is your fiancée?"
Dai Mubai nodded without saying anything more, but his expression said it all.
Flender sat to the side, and after hearing these words, remained silent for a moment before speaking.
"That's true."
" Dai Mubai's true identity is a prince of the Star Luo Empire, while Zhu Zhuqing is from the family of the Duke of Nether in the Star Luo Empire. The two families have been linked by marriage for generations, and this is not a secret in the Star Luo Empire."
After Flender said those words, the atmosphere in the room suddenly became subtle.
Ma Hongjun's gaze darted back and forth between Dai Mubai and Zhu Zhuqing several times, then his small eyes lit up, and he looked at Dai Mubai with envy.
" Boss Dai... you're so lucky!"
"Your fiancée is already level 43?"
As he spoke, he leaned in even closer, a rather obsequious smile plastered on his face.
" Boss Dai... do you think it's possible for your fiancée to get some good stuff from that academy so we can benefit from it too?"
"Those pills that help you level up..."
"I've been eyeing those Shrek Academy items for ages. If I could get my hands on one, I, Ma Hongjun, would definitely be able to take off!"
He spoke with great enthusiasm, his face full of longing.
Oscar stood aside, not as eager to gain benefits as Ma Hongjun, but instead frowned and glanced at Dai Mubai.
" Boss Dai, why didn't you recognize me when we were still in Suotuo City?"
Upon hearing this, Dai Mubai couldn't help but show a somewhat embarrassed expression. He remained silent for a moment before explaining in a low voice.
"His appearance has changed so much; I only recognized him by his name."
"Besides... I escaped on my own, so there's no way I could ask her to do anything for me."
Ma Hongjun's smile froze for a moment, while Yu Xiaogang, sitting to the side, remained silent for a while after hearing Dai Mubai's words before speaking.
"That may not be the case."
Dai Mubai looked up at Yu Xiaogang, a hint of doubt in his eyes.
Yu Xiaogang continued speaking slowly and deliberately.
"Women are always soft-hearted. If you apologize and then spend some time with them, you might be able to make up."
"Moreover, Zhu Zhuqing has a family behind her; she is not alone. Even though she is a student at the Shrek Academy, she is still a member of the Star Luo Empire."
"If you sincerely apologize and then ask your Father Emperor for help, it might work."
When Yu Xiaogang finished speaking, his tone was quite confident, as if he had complete assurance about it.
After hearing this, Ma Hongjun's eyes lit up, and he nodded repeatedly.
"I didn't expect you to actually know something. Now I acknowledge you as Grandmaster!"
Dai Mubai, however, still frowned and shook his head.
"No... I have an older brother."
" Dai Weisi is stronger than me, I can't beat him. If I go back now..."
Yu Xiaogang interrupted him directly, his gaze falling on Dai Mubai's face, before he slowly spoke.
What rank is Dai Weisi at now?
Dai Mubai paused for a moment, then answered.
"At his cultivation speed, he should be at the fourth ring now."
Yu Xiaogang nodded and continued his analysis.
" Zhu Zhuqing is also a fourth-ring cultivator, and she will become even stronger within the Shrek Academy."
"Your competitors can't beat her, so your most important task right now isn't to compete with Dai Weisi, but to win back Zhu Zhuqing. As long as Zhu Zhuqing is on your side, the scales of victory will tip in your favor."
"There's nothing shameful about being a kept man."
After hearing these words Dai Mubai suddenly felt that they made a lot of sense. He thought that doing this might really allow him to regain everything he had. A glint of light appeared in his evil eyes.