Just then, a cold voice sliced through the heavy atmosphere like a blade breaking ice. "I'll take the field!" The three turned toward the sound and saw a familiar figure before them. "Senior Ling!" Lin Qianyi cried in delighted surprise.
It was indeed Ling Luochen. She nodded and slowly walked to Lin Qianyi's side, gently patting her shoulder. Her tone softened slightly. "I'll compete. You and Yuhao will take the field with me."
Lin Qianyi had wanted to ask about Wang Dong, but seeing Wang Dong shake her head in warning, she swallowed her question. "All right, Senior Ling," she replied firmly. Huo Yuhao nodded as well and said steadily, "In that case, let's discuss our strategy with Teacher Wang Yan."
When they entered the arena, the drawing results were announced—Shrek Academy would face Changning Academy in a Team Battle. Changning Academy's members immediately noticed that Shrek Academy appeared severely depleted. Unconcealed excitement gleamed in their eyes, as though victory were already within reach.
Yet on Shrek Academy's side, only Ling Luochen, Lin Qianyi, and Huo Yuhao slowly stepped onto the field. Beibei could not help asking, "Senior, is it only the three of you?" His voice carried a trace of concern and doubt.
Ling Luochen nodded firmly. "Yes. Don't worry, I'm confident." Her gaze was blazing as she stared ahead, radiating unquestionable resolve.
Beibei still hesitated. "This..." He knew this battle would not be easy, and his heart was filled with conflicting emotions.
Lin Qianyi said softly, "Senior Disciple Brother, please believe in us." Her eyes were full of trust and determination.
Huo Yuhao also nodded solemnly. "Don't worry, Senior Disciple Brother."
Ling Luochen's voice was steady and forceful. "I would never make a joke of Shrek's honor." Her words struck everyone's hearts like a heavy hammer, deeply moving