"Mhm, mhm. Phoenix Cry loved Mother and Father most of all too. I wanted to stay by your side forever," Phoenix Cry said softly, blinking her large eyes at Xun Er.
"All right, it's time to get down to business. In a moment, you'll witness a miracle." Xiao Yao cleared his throat and interrupted their conversation, putting on a solemn face.
Everyone's eyes turned toward Xiao Yao, their faces carrying traces of anticipation and excitement. After all, this was the first time they would witness the spectacular sight of magical beasts transforming into human form.
Just then, a dense patter of footsteps came from outside the courtyard, drawing Xiao Yao and the others' attention.
A blue-clad figure with somewhat dark skin walked in, followed by several dozen others.
Xiao Yao looked closely and realized it was A Tai, one of the more active new students. Helplessly, he said, "A Tai, don't tell me you all heard from Xun Er about what was going to happen early this morning, so you came over one after another?"
"Brother Xiao Yao, I wasn't the one who told them. I'm curious how they found out too." Xun Er blinked at Xiao Yao and mischievously stuck out her little tongue.
"Xiao Yao, I was the one who told them to come and witness this grand feat. You can't blame them. Besides, after this, your reputation as the Pavilion Master of Immortal Fall Pavilion will resound throughout the Inner Academy. When the next batch of new students arrives, they'll flock to Immortal Fall Pavilion by reputation. This is an important opportunity to become the strongest faction in the Inner Academy. An opportunity like this must not be missed!" Xiao Yu said with a faint smile.
A Tai scratched his head and replied awkwardly, "Brother Xiao Yao,