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Chapter 96: Princess Vina came calling
It was dusk once again.
Desolate twilight shrouded the earth, and all of Shrek Academy seemed immersed in golden-red light and shadow.
Ten full months had passed since the start of school, and the semester was nearing its end. The seasons had changed along with it, from early spring to deep winter. After nearly a year of study, every student in Class One of the first year had matured considerably without realizing it.
In the setting sun, mist hovered hazily over Sea God Lake in the distance, and a faint chill mingled with the damp air.
Ye Xixuan took a deep breath, letting the fresh air fill every corner of his chest. His medium-length black hair swayed gently in the evening breeze.
Tang Wutong had once again claimed the seat beside Ye Xixuan. Her long, wavy pink-and-blue hair had grown even longer. With her sitting so upright, it cascaded down her back, its ends almost brushing the floor.
Noticing Ye Xixuan's inadvertent glance, Tang Wutong immediately turned her head with a haughty air and reached back to flick her long hair.
In the glow of the setting sun, her exquisite face was radiant, individual strands of hair dancing through the air. The scene seemed frozen in time, preserved in every Class One student's memories of their youth.
Even Xiao Xiao, her roommate who spent every day with her, had to admit inwardly that Tang Wutong's beauty truly was unparalleled.
Standing beside Tang Wutong only made the contrast more obvious.
Princess Tang seemed to be the darling of heaven and earth. Anyone compared with her appeared dim and dull, whether in looks, bearing, talent, or strength.
Only when Ye Xixuan stood beside her did the two of them look harmonious.
Tang Wutong elegantly crossed