The "Three Lifetimes' Destiny" segment continued.
About two-thirds of the slips remained in Lan Muzi's lottery box, so the male students still held onto hope.
"Next up, junior Yuanen Yehui," Lan Muzi announced.
Xie Xie and Le Zhengyu immediately looked up, watching her nervously while others observed with interest. As one of the few girls who'd received multiple confessions, everyone wondered what choice she'd make.
Yuanen Yehui gazed ahead calmly and declared, "To earn my choice, you must defeat me in battle. I won't submit to anyone weaker."
This statement elicited different reactions—Xie Xie became excited and eager, while Le Zhengyu's face darkened with displeasure. As the young master of the Angel Clan, he considered his pursuit of her already a grand gesture of sincerity. By placing him on equal footing with others, she was clearly looking down on him.
"Oh? A perfectly reasonable requirement," Tang Yinmeng said with a smile, her eyes locking onto Xie Xie and Le Zhengyu. "Gentlemen, what's your decision?"
"No problem! I'll definitely beat you!" Xie Xie declared without hesitation, eyes shining with excitement.
"I refuse!" Le Zhengyu coldly retorted. "This is an insult."
Nodding, Tang Yinmeng said, "In that case, junior Xie Xie, the opportunity is yours. Do your best!"
Xie Xie stiffened momentarily before nodding firmly and stepping forward.
"Xie Xie, go for it!" Tang Wulin, Luo Guixing, Xu Yu Cheng, and Yang Nianxia cheered him on simultaneously.
Jing Shaoyu watched the match curiously, recalling that in the original storyline, Xie Xie had won this fight against Yuanen Yehui because she'd gone easy on him—allowing him to win her heart. But without their prolonged history, if Yuanen Yehui still held back now, it would seem like Someone Tang had cast a spell on her.
Events unfolded exactly as Jing Shaoyu predicted. Yuanen Yehui didn't go easy in the slightest. Initially, Xie Xie managed to use his agility-attack system soul master speed to keep his distance, but the power gap between them was too vast for tricks to bridge.
Yuanen Yehui's soul power hovered around levels 58-59, while Xie Xie's barely reached 52-53. Combined with the disparity between their martial souls, Xie Xie ultimately stood no chance.
When the match ended, Yuanen Yehui remained expressionless while Xie Xie looked utterly devastated, the defeat hitting him hard.
"What a pity," Tang Yinmeng sighed. "Don't lose heart, junior Xie Xie. This loss isn't final—regroup and try to defeat junior Yuanen next time."
"Yes, senior sister," Xie Xie replied with a smile that looked more like a grimace, forcing himself to acknowledge her encouragement.
"Let's continue..." Lan Muzi said.
Jing Shaoyu withdrew his gaze and shook his head regretfully. Xie Xie, as Tang Wulin's closest companion and someone with dragon bloodline himself, had shown no changes in his Martial Soul whatsoever. It was truly hard to justify, especially considering Wang Jinxi had only interacted with Tang Wulin for a few months before his Martial Soul underwent positive mutations.
"Next, Junior Sister Xu Xiaoyan," Lan Muzi called out a name, causing Jing Shaoyu to immediately lift his head.
"Giggle, finally my turn," Xu Xiaoyan's pretty face lit up with joy as she called out sweetly, "Brother Shaoyu, here I come!"
With that, she controlled the lotus leaf beneath her feet to float right in front of Jing Shaoyu, smiling charmingly with radiant delight.
Jing Shaoyu ruffled her silky hair and smiled, "What are you all planning to do?"
"Hehe, it's a secret~ You'll find out soon," Xu Xiaoyan replied mysteriously, giving an answer similar to Na'er, Ye Xinglan, and Wu Siduo's earlier responses.
Jing Shaoyu could only sigh helplessly, offering a wry smile as he said, "I hope you don't take things too far."
The crowd wasn't particularly surprised by Xu Xiaoyan's choice either. Tang Yinmeng and Lan Muzi didn't comment and simply drew the next girl to participate, continuing the event smoothly.
"Next, Dai Yuner," Lan Muzi drew another wooden slip. His eyes swept over it, and a playful expression flickered across his face—though his composure was impeccable, vanishing almost instantly before he called out solemnly.
All eyes immediately turned to Dai Yuner. As an outsider and a genuine princess, her choice naturally piqued everyone's curiosity. Of course, some sharp observers also glanced between Jing Shaoyu and Long Yue.
After all, Dai Yuner had only lit lanterns for these two before—one being her fellow companion from the Star Luo Empire, and the other having crossed paths with her there while also being one of the Inner Academy's top disciples. Whomever she chose wouldn't be surprising.
Long Yue gazed deeply at Dai Yuner, a trace of nervousness flashing across his face before it twisted into pain. He looked down to find Xu Mier's hand pinching the soft flesh at his waist with pinpoint accuracy.
"I told you, once you've chosen me, you can't pick anyone else!" Xu Mier threatened.
"You—" Long Yue was exasperated, but Xu Mier paid him no mind.
The commotion didn't hinder Dai Yuner's actions. Her eyes fixed on Jing Shaoyu, the lotus leaf beneath her slowly drifting toward him. Her direction was unmistakable—everyone understood her choice, including Jing Shaoyu himself, who could only sigh in resignation. Being too charismatic was troublesome; Dai Yuner was far too persistent.
Na'er, Xu Xiaoyan, Wu Siduo, and Ye Xinglan all darkened at the sight of Dai Yuner approaching Jing Shaoyu. They exchanged glances before their lotus leaves shifted in unison, forming a defensive line in front of Jing Shaoyu to block Dai Yuner's advance.
The scene instantly electrified the onlookers. A four-against-one standoff was entertaining, but what they really wanted was the full spectacle—five women fighting over one man!
Dai Yun'er had no choice but to stop. She didn't look at the expressions of Na'er and the other three girls, instead gazing past them at Jing Shaoyu. With a hint of melancholy, she said, "Jing Shaoyu, do you really refuse to accept me? Whatever they can do, I can do too! I'm not asking for your exclusive favor—just a place by your side. Is that too much to ask?"
"Your Highness, I'm not worthy of such devotion," Jing Shaoyu replied tactfully, unwilling to agree. "You'll find someone far more suitable than me."
"Must you be so cruel?" Tears streamed down Dai Yun'er's face as her voice trembled with despair.
"Hey, even if Shaoyu agreed, we wouldn't!" Xu Xiaoyan interjected bluntly before Jing Shaoyu could respond. "You'd better leave now if you want to keep some dignity. Otherwise, don't blame us for being harsh!"
Hearing Xu Xiaoyan's threatening words, Dai Yun'er's defiance and stubbornness flared up. She wiped her tears away and glared fiercely. "You think I'll leave just because you say so? Who do you think you are? Don't assume standing here makes you superior. If he hadn't met you first, what right would you have to stand beside him?"
"You—" Xu Xiaoyan was momentarily speechless, her face flushing with anger before she smirked. "Hah! What's wrong? Jealous? Let me tell you—I grew up with Shaoyu. What can you possibly do about that?"
Unable to counter, Dai Yun'er ignored Xu Xiaoyan and turned to Tang Yinmeng. "Senior Sister Tang, isn't it against the rules for them to stop me from choosing Jing Shaoyu?"
Tang Yinmeng hesitated before nodding. "That's correct. However, Junior Sister Dai Yun'er, are you absolutely certain? It's not too late to reconsider."
"I've made up my mind. There's nothing to regret!" Dai Yun'er declared firmly.
With that, Tang Yinmeng said nothing more and addressed Xu Xiaoyan and the others. "Xiaoyan, according to the rules, you indeed cannot prevent her from choosing Junior Brother Jing Shaoyu."
"Let her choose if she wants. It's not like we're stopping her," Xu Xiaoyan retorted irritably. "This place is huge—why does she have to stand so close to Shaoyu?"
Tang Yinmeng had no response to that. Pressing further would risk offending Xu Xiaoyan and her group. Antagonizing the Seven Monsters team over an outsider like Dai Yun'er was clearly unwise.
Tang Yinmeng's silence was expected by Dai Yun'er, who was already grateful for her support. This outcome was favorable—she had stood her ground and still had a chance.
This interlude left Long Yue's expression dark with fury. A cold snort escaped him as an intimidating aura radiated from his body, causing the boys nearby to instinctively step away. Meanwhile, Xu Mier's eyes sharpened, her face contemplative as if lost in thought.
"Ahem! Well then, let us welcome the next Sea God Fairy," Lan Muzi coughed, steering the event back on track. With a smile, he drew a wooden slip and announced loudly, "Junior Sister Lan Fozi!"
The crowd's attention shifted from Dai Yuner to Lan Fozi. Compared to a foreign princess, Lan Fozi, who became a member of the Shrek Seven Monsters within just a year of enrollment, was far more captivating to the students of Shrek Academy.
Becoming one of the Shrek Seven Monsters in just a year was a rare feat even in the history of Shrek Academy.
Lan Fozi was also currently the youngest disciple in the Inner Academy, not yet eighteen (?)—just like Na'er. By all rights, neither of them should have met the age requirement to participate in the Sea God's Fate event. However, due to their special status and the fact that Na'er had the most influential godfather in Shrek Academy, both were granted special permission to join this year's Sea God's Fate.
Upon hearing Lan Muzi call her name, Lan Fozi immediately responded. The lotus leaf beneath her feet rippled with waves, propelling her toward Jing Shaoyu's position. Her face was radiant with a vibrant, Primordial Qi-filled smile, which grew even brighter upon reaching her destination.
"Hehe, Brother Shaoyu, you wouldn't mind if I chose you, right? Sister Gu Yue and Sister Xiaoyan both agreed to it," Lan Fozi said playfully, fully aware that she was different from Gu Yue, Xu Xiaoyan, and the other four girls. She came prepared with immunity to objections, grinning mischievously.
"What else can I say after that?" Jing Shaoyu shrugged helplessly.
"Brother, Fozi is different from the others. After all, she's our companion," Na'er whispered in explanation, though her words were clearly not just meant for Jing Shaoyu—Dai Yuner, standing nearby, heard every word.
Dai Yuner frowned slightly but made no other reaction.
Seeing Lan Fozi also choose Jing Shaoyu, the spectators on the shore erupted in even greater excitement. With this, Jing Shaoyu now had six girls by his side, while the other boys had only one—or even none at all. Such a stark contrast was almost unbelievable.
The draw continued. After Lan Fozi, two more Sea God Fairies took their turns before Lan Muzi announced another attention-grabbing name.
"Next, junior Gu Yue."
Jing Shaoyu's eyes immediately turned to Gu Yue, shimmering with anticipation. Upon hearing her name, Gu Yue instinctively looked up and met his gaze. Her cheeks flushed faintly at the sight.
In his eyes, she saw encouragement and affection, which eased much of her hesitation.
"Junior Gu Yue, you may make your choice now," Tang Yinmeng said with a warm smile. She held great fondness for Gu Yue—not just for her strength, but for her unique aura.
If Na'er had the highest beauty in the Inner Academy, then Gu Yue possessed the most exceptional presence. Even standing in an inconspicuous corner, she was impossible to overlook.
Gu Yue nodded lightly and waved her hand. The lotus leaf beneath her jade-like feet surged toward Jing Shaoyu at an astonishing speed—twice as fast as the others'. This peculiar phenomenon naturally drew everyone's attention, their eyes fixed on her lotus leaf.
They witnessed a scene that left them astonished. The lake water beneath the lotus leaf rippled outward, while a gentle breeze swirled around the leaf. With the aid of the wind and water, Gu Yue's speed far surpassed that of others.
In the blink of an eye, Gu Yue arrived in front of Jing Shaoyu. The girls, including Na'er and Xu Xiaoyan, instinctively made way for her. She smiled gracefully, lightly raised her delicate hand, and held Jing Shaoyu's hand without saying a word.
Jing Shaoyu also remained silent, wearing a similar smile, and everything was conveyed without words.
Seeing the tacit interaction between Jing Shaoyu and Gu Yue, Xu Xiaoyan beside them pouted in dissatisfaction. Wu Siduo and Ye Xinglan bit their teeth in unison, while Lan Fozi showed an envious expression. As for Na'er, there seemed to be a hint of concealed satisfaction in her brows.
The Elders on the Tower Ship were not surprised that Gu Yue chose Jing Shaoyu; they were more concerned about the abilities she had displayed.
"Alas! It's such a pity that such an outstanding child like Gu Yue did not become one of the Seven Monsters; it is indeed a regret," Cai Yue'er lamented, her gaze darting towards Long Yeyue.
Long Yeyue remained unfazed, offering no response.
The remaining Sea God Fairies numbered less than ten. Lan Muzi drew a stick, and it was Zheng Yiran. Without hesitation, she chose Tang Wulin, which delighted him but saddened Yang Nianxia. However, unlike Xu Lizhi, he did not jump into the water directly, seemingly still unwilling to give up.
"Next, Mo Hentian!" Lan Muzi called out.
Finally, it was Mo Hentian's turn, the last of the Seven Monsters, the child goddess in the eyes of the Outer Academy students, and the most significant among the goddesses. She flashed a pure and sweet smile at Jing Shaoyu, making everyone clear about her choice.
It was a choice that was both sad yet not surprising.
"Eh... so she is a disciple of the Haotian Sect? Not bad!" A hidden presence exclaimed in surprise upon seeing Mo Hentian, but when he saw her choice, he felt somewhat defensive. "Hmph! Short-sighted fools!"
He looked at Jing Shaoyu, surrounded by girls, then glanced at the solitary Tang Wulin before a flicker of displeasure crossed his eyes, muttering, "Truly a group of blind fools! Hmph, this grandson is too disappointing!"
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