Lin Xiuyan patted Xiao Yao on the shoulder and said with a smile, "Xiao Yao, it seems Liu Qing has already regarded you as a formidable opponent. But don't worry. At the Strong Ranking Tournament, I believe you'll prove those rumors true."
After saying that, Lin Xiuyan turned and left with Han Yue and Yan Hao, heading toward the seats on the elevated platform.
After Lin Xiuyan, Liu Qing, and the others left, the atmosphere atop the platform became lively once more.
At that moment, Xun Er gently tugged at Xiao Yao's clothes, blinked playfully at him, and smiled.
"Brother Xiao Yao, Xun Er suddenly wants to join you in this Strong Ranking Tournament. You wouldn't disagree, would you?"
Hearing that Xun Er wanted to participate in the Strong Ranking Tournament with him, Xiao Yao could not help but freeze. Then, understanding her reason, he smiled softly and pulled her into his arms. He spoke gently into her ear, his scorching breath making the soft, delicate tip of her ear instantly flush crimson.
"Xun Er, I know you want to vent my anger for me, but for something like this, it's better if I handle it myself. Don't worry. In this Strong Ranking Tournament, I'll let everyone know just how outstanding your Brother Xiao Yao is."
Xun Er raised her refined and delicate face, her beautiful eyes carrying a trace of anticipation as she looked at Xiao Yao. Her gentle, pleasing voice reached his ears.
"Mm. Then Xun Er will stay here and watch Brother Xiao Yao shine."
Watching the two of them embracing so lovingly in public, Hu Jia could not help saying, "Xun Er, Xiao Yao, have you two hugged enough? The match is about to begin."
At her words, Xiao Yao released Xun Er, though a shy