No one else claimed to have surpassed level 25, so none were exempt from the first three rounds.
As a result, Dai Mubai led the group toward the final assessment area.
Glancing back at Lin Xian and Zhu Zhuqing, Dai Mubai couldn't shake a strange sense of familiarity.
"You two… have we met somewhere before?"
He slowed slightly, turning his head.
"Nope. Never met," Lin Xian replied casually.
"Then I must be mistaken."
Dai Mubai frowned faintly but said nothing more, continuing ahead.
"Hahaha! Didn't expect so many little monsters this year. That old fox Flender must be laughing in his sleep!"
A loud voice rang out.
"Hello, everyone. I'm your chief examiner today—Zhao Wuji, Vice Dean of Shrek Academy."
"The rules are simple. All of you attack me together. If you can last for the time it takes an incense stick to burn, you pass."
"I'll give you time to discuss tactics. Begin when ready."
Hearing this familiar setup, Lin Xian almost laughed.
Wasn't this basically a stage tailor-made for Tang San?
Since he wanted the spotlight so badly… Lin Xian might as well give it to him.
A mischievous plan instantly formed in his mind.
"My name is Tang San. Spirit: Blue Silver Grass. Control-type Spirit Master. I'll take command of this battle."
Tang San scanned the group, his gaze briefly lingering on Lin Xian.
This guy had insulted his teacher—but for now, cooperation came first. Revenge could wait until after admission.
Everyone quickly introduced themselves.
"I'll stay in the center for control. Lin Xian supports me. Xiao Wu attacks from the front. Ning Rongrong provides support from the rear. Zhu Zhuqing flanks."
"Let's begin!"
While Tang San arranged tactics, Lin Xian and Zhu Zhuqing quietly communicated through Stellar Power.
"Zhuqing, let's hold back later."
"What do you mean?"
"Just act. No need to go all out."
"What if we fail?"
"He won't fail us. And there's a good show coming."
"…Alright. I trust you."
"Make it convincing."
"Don't worry."
Soon, the battle began.
Tang San and Xiao Wu's coordination was impressive, repeatedly forcing Zhao Wuji back.
But the actual damage? Minimal.
Lin Xian played his role, activating his second spirit ability—Starry Sky Binding—successfully restraining Zhao Wuji at key moments.
Zhu Zhuqing attacked from the side, but without using her full amplification, her strikes appeared underwhelming.
After some time, Zhao Wuji activated gravity enhancement.
Everyone's movements slowed drastically.
Zhu Zhuqing and Ning Rongrong were the first to be "eliminated." Lin Xian was also "accidentally" caught in the aftermath and removed from the fight.
As Tang San began to struggle, Xiao Wu used her Charm ability—only to suffer backlash.
Perfect.
Everything was set.
Now it was Tang San's time to shine.
He stepped forward and challenged Zhao Wuji to a one-on-one.
Zhao Wuji had originally intended to pass them—but since someone insisted on continuing, he was more than happy to oblige.
Meanwhile, Lin Xian casually walked to the side, found a flat spot, and waved his hand.
A table appeared.
Then a few stools.
Zhu Zhuqing looked at him, confused—but still followed.
The next moment—
A plate of spicy rabbit heads appeared.
Golden, glossy, perfectly prepared—each one soaked in rich, aromatic broth. The air instantly filled with the numbing spice of Sichuan pepper and the heat of chili oil.
Zhu Zhuqing didn't even question it anymore.
At this point, she was used to Lin Xian pulling out bizarre things.
And… it smelled amazing.
Just then, Xiao Wu barely recovered—
Only to see a table full of rabbit heads.
She nearly fainted again.
This guy… does he have a personal grudge against rabbits?!
Too much. This was too much.
If they weren't about to become classmates, she might've already attacked him with hidden weapons.
"Let me teach you the proper way to eat these," Lin Xian said seriously.
"First, shake it gently so the sauce coats everything evenly."
"Start with the cheek meat—it's the most tender. One bite, and you'll taste both the meat and the broth."
"And don't forget to suck the sauce—that's the essence."
With his demonstration, Zhu Zhuqing and Ning Rongrong began eating.
Especially Ning Rongrong—she had been holding back for a while.
As both the young miss of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan and a total foodie, she had nearly lost control from the smell alone.
Now that she'd been invited, she rushed over without hesitation and sat down.
Only Xiao Wu remained where she was, refusing to come closer.
She simply couldn't accept it.
Watching them eat rabbit heads while enjoying Tang San's battle…
It felt wrong on every level.
Meanwhile, the fight raged on in front of them.
A perfect show.
And the perfect snack to go with it.
Only two pairs of eyes burned with fury as they stared at Lin Xian.
One belonged to Xiao Wu.
The other—
To Dai Mubai.
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