Ning Rongrong didn't answer right away.
Thinking back on what had happened that night, she clenched her small fists tightly.
It was just a pity that her martial soul was the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda.
It was just a pity that her strength was still lacking.
If she had the power, she really wanted to give Dai Mubai a solid beating—
and throw Tang San's own words right back in his face.
As for Oscar…
Forget it. She hadn't thought much of him to begin with.
While Ning Rongrong was lost in thought, Zhu Zhuqing suddenly dropped a bombshell.
"Three months ago, before I met him, my spirit power was the same as yours—only level 26."
Zhu Zhuqing had already seen through everything.
With such a powerful martial soul and those special planetary-bond attributes, there was no way Lin Xian wouldn't have women around him.
Rather than letting him flirt freely, it was better to take the initiative herself.
That way, she could also maintain her position as the 'big sister' among the girls.
That was why she chose to reveal this secret.
After all, judging by the current situation, this little white rabbit was about to be effortlessly swallowed by the big bad wolf.
The information was simply too shocking.
In just three months, going from level 26 to level 35 was unbelievable.
What's more, Ning Rongrong had personally sensed Zhu Zhuqing's martial soul—it was terrifyingly powerful, her strength completely unfathomable.
Could all of this really be thanks to that young man?
"Zhuqing, let's go back," Lin Xian said calmly. "She's clearly unwilling. Let's just forget it."
As he spoke, he grabbed Zhu Zhuqing's hand and prepared to leave.
"I'm willing! I'm willing!"
Seeing Lin Xian about to go, Ning Rongrong hurriedly shouted.
Zhu Zhuqing turned to look at her, a teasing smile on her face.
Only then did Ning Rongrong realize how eager she'd sounded, and her delicate, porcelain-like cheeks instantly flushed red.
"Alright," Lin Xian said. "For the next month, you'll stay by my side. If you pass the assessment, I'll teach you this special cultivation method as well."
Ning Rongrong nodded.
A flash of determination appeared in her eyes.
Back at the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, everyone had praised her as a genius.
But after coming to Shrek Academy, she realized she was actually the weakest.
So she had to work harder than anyone else—and then stun them all.
This opportunity was right in front of her. There was no way she would let it slip by.
"Good. Then there are three rules," Lin Xian said.
"First, anything extraordinary you see while staying with us must never be spread outside."
"Second, you may be curious, but don't ask about things you shouldn't."
"Third, do your job properly as a little maid and don't act on your own initiative."
Ning Rongrong nodded. All of this was within what she could accept.
Besides, she was genuinely curious about what kind of 'miracles' she would get to witness.
"Alright, that's it for now," Lin Xian continued. "Swear in the name of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School. Of course, even if you wanted to break your word, it wouldn't really matter."
Ning Rongrong looked at Lin Xian seriously and said in a firm voice,
"The honor of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School will never be tarnished because of me!"
"I, Ning Rongrong, swear by the honor of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School…"
Seeing her solemn expression, Lin Xian smiled. She was completely in his grasp now.
"Is that enough?" she asked.
"Of course," Lin Xian replied. "We trust you. Remember to come report tomorrow."
"Okay!"
Since they were heading in the same direction, the three of them walked together.
Lin Xian led the way, with Zhu Zhuqing and Ning Rongrong following behind.
The two girls quickly found common topics and began whispering to each other.
Before long, they reached the residential area.
The dormitories they had chosen were fairly close to one another, located on the opposite side from the others.
To reach them, they had to pass through a small bamboo grove.
Just as they arrived at the grove, they spotted someone sitting on a stone bench.
She was petite, with a scorpion braid trailing down her back.
Xiao Wu!
Why was she here?
Ning Rongrong glanced at Zhu Zhuqing and noticed there wasn't the slightest hint of surprise on her face—she had clearly expected this.
"Lin Xian, I'm here," Xiao Wu said. "Hurry up and tell me."
Lin Xian glanced at her indifferently.
"Is that how you ask for a favor?"
Xiao Wu froze for a moment. Lin Xian wasn't playing along, and she clearly hadn't reacted in time.
But she had no choice. This concerned Tang San's secret.
"Please… please tell me the secret."
"I never said I wouldn't tell you," Lin Xian replied calmly. "It's just that this isn't the right place. I already told you where to find me."
Of course Xiao Wu remembered. She had gone to look for him near his dormitory.
But after knocking, there'd been no response.
So she guessed he hadn't returned yet and waited for him here, the only path he could take.
"I did go to look for you… you weren't there."
"Then let's go now," Lin Xian said. "After all, you wouldn't want that secret to be made public, would you?"
Xiao Wu clenched her fists, stood up, and followed behind him.
"You two talk things out," Zhu Zhuqing said. "I'll stay at Rongrong's place tonight."
She knew Lin Xian definitely had his own purpose for this. It was better not to interfere.
"Good girl. Here's your reward."
As he spoke, Lin Xian wrapped an arm around Zhu Zhuqing and kissed her on the cheek.
Both Ning Rongrong and Xiao Wu saw the scene clearly, their eyes widening in shock.
After passing through the bamboo grove, the four split into two groups and headed in different directions.
Ning Rongrong's dormitory was closer.
Not long after, the two girls were already sitting inside.
Ning Rongrong's face was full of curiosity.
"Zhuqing… aren't you worried?"
"What's there to worry about?" Zhu Zhuqing replied calmly. "I trust him. He wouldn't hide anything from me."
Ning Rongrong looked at her carefully. Indeed—she truly had the confidence to say that.
Then she looked at herself.
Sigh…
The road ahead is long, and the responsibility is heavy.
"Zhuqing," she asked softly, "then tell me—what kind of person is he, really?"
"Him…"
Meanwhile, on the other side, Lin Xian and Xiao Wu arrived at their destination—Lin Xian's dormitory.
"Come in," he said. "It's simply furnished, so don't mind it."
Xiao Wu didn't respond, but an inexplicable sense of unease rose in her heart.
Still, thinking of Tang San, she forced herself to step inside.
"Lin Xian, hurry up and tell me," she urged. "What exactly is this secret?"
"I know you're anxious," Lin Xian said slowly, "but don't rush."
Then he looked at her with a faint, inscrutable smile.
"Tang San doesn't know your identity yet, does he?"
…?!
At first, Xiao Wu didn't understand.
The next instant, it felt as if she had plunged into an icy abyss.
Her identity… had been exposed?
No wonder he kept calling her 'little rabbit'…
Had she been discovered long ago?
Xiao Wu's entire body tensed. Her gaze locked firmly onto Lin Xian.
"What exactly are you trying to say?"
At the same time, on the other side of the academy, Tang San was holding a plate of meat as he knocked on Xiao Wu's dormitory door.
There was no response.
It was already so late—what was she doing out?
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