Regardless, this reward was excellent. Although Ao Yao couldn't use it himself, seeing the two God Position rewards still put him in a very pleasant mood, and he ambled out of the freshman dormitory.
But what Ao Yao didn't expect was that the students who usually headed for the First Year teaching building were now all running quickly in the opposite direction in unison, as if they had planned it collectively.
This sudden change left Ao Yao rooted to the spot in surprise.
Without a second thought, he instinctively grabbed a girl passing in front of him: 'What's happening? Why is everyone running in this direction?'
The girl wasn't tall; she even seemed a bit petite. Her features were delicate and pleasant. While not stunning at first glance, they were very easy on the eyes. She carried a gentle, soft aura, especially with the faint blush of shyness on her face, which made her look particularly captivating.
Is this... Xiao Xiao?
Ao Yao's expression showed a hint of hesitation.
It was mainly because he'd never really interacted with Xiao Xiao before, only catching a few distant glimpses of her when joining in on Huo Yuhao's excitement.
Xiao Xiao also didn't expect to be grabbed by Ao Yao, a blush appearing on her face—as a top-tier looks connoisseur, she absolutely adored Ao Yao's appearance.
Just looking into those charming, deep eyes, Xiao Xiao felt as if she was falling in love.
'Today is the day for Teacher Zhou Yi and the Class Three Homeroom Teacher to settle their bet. They're going on the Soul Dueling Platform, so everyone's heading towards it.'
Xiao Xiao, somewhat afraid to look at Ao Yao's face anymore, instinctively lowered her head, her voice also growing soft.
If not for Ao Yao's exceptional hearing, he might not have caught what Xiao Xiao said.
Seeing Xiao Xiao like this, Ao Yao couldn't help but smile, his eyebrows lifting slightly: 'A Soul Dueling fight between Teacher Zhou Yi and the Class Three Homeroom Teacher? I'd like to watch too, but... I don't know the way to the Soul Dueling Platform. How about you take me along?'
'Okay.'
Xiao Xiao agreed instinctively, feeling an inexplicable joy she couldn't quite explain herself.
'Ahem, there are so many people around, I'm afraid I'll get lost. How about... you hold my hand? That way I won't get separated.'
Hearing the voice beside her, Xiao Xiao couldn't help but look up, immediately meeting Ao Yao's penetrating gaze and the serious look on his handsome face.
Xiao Xiao felt she should refuse.
But... she found herself nodding as if bewitched, the blush on her cheeks deepening.
Seeing this, Ao Yao smiled with satisfaction.
This move doesn't require professional training; it relies on looks, not skill. Of course, for the handsome and dashing esteemed readers, this move is as easy as pie.
Since Xiao Xiao agreed, Ao Yao naturally didn't hold back. He directly reached out, covering Xiao Xiao's hand, completely enveloping her small hand in his.
The moment their skin touched, Xiao Xiao involuntarily shivered, her head growing dizzy.
Didn't you say I should hold your hand? How did it become you holding mine?
'Let's hurry, or we won't get a good spot to watch the match later.'
'Oh, oh, right!'
Xiao Xiao snapped back to reality and, no longer caring if Ao Yao's actions were somewhat inappropriate, started pulling him as she ran.
Soon, the two arrived at Shrek Academy's Soul Dueling Arena.
By now, the spectator area around the Soul Dueling Platform was already crowded, not just with First Year students, but many upperclassmen had also come.
Of course, most of them shared the same goal—to see Zhou Yi make a spectacle of herself.
Zhou Yi wasn't originally the teacher for this year's freshmen.
She initially taught Fourth Year, but because the promotion rate of her entire class was too low, she was reported by the students collectively and demoted to teach First Year.
Therefore, many current Fifth Year students had a very vivid impression of Zhou Yi.
Ao Yao was also here to see Zhou Yi's spectacle.
Because of Huo Yuhao's expulsion the past few days, he had almost forgotten about this bet between Zhou Yi and the Class Three Homeroom Teacher and nearly missed it.
He almost missed Zhou Yi's embarrassing moment!
In Ao Yao's view, Zhou Yi couldn't possibly win today.
First, she was only a Spirit Emperor, while the Class Three Homeroom Teacher was a seven-ring Spirit Saint. Second, Huo Yuhao had already been expelled, so even if Zhou Yi wanted to cheat using Huo Yuhao's Shared Spiritual Detection, she couldn't.
Third, and most crucially—Fan Yu had gone to the Sun Moon Royal Soul Engineer Academy for advanced studies, where would he find time to make spirit tools for Zhou Yi?
Standing on the platform, Zhou Yi also felt some regret. Not regret for making the bet, but regret for forgetting about it.
The matter of Huo Yuhao's expulsion had left Zhou Yi somewhat distracted these past few days, to the point she completely forgot about this bet.
Although Fan Yu had gone to the Sun Moon Royal Soul Engineer Academy, as his wife, Zhou Yi could certainly have found a few high-level spirit tools at home.
But she had But forgotten all about it and prepared nothing!
Damn it!
Looking at Liu Lan's confident expression across from her, Zhou Yi's face turned somewhat gloomy.
But Zhou Yi forced herself to take a deep breath, making her final preparations before the Soul Duel.
There was no other way... This duel would have to rely on her own strength.
Even if Liu Lan was a seven-ring Spirit Saint, she might not defeat her easily!
As long as she could seize Liu Lan's opening... she might not necessarily lose!
On the other side, Liu Lan wore a mocking smile.
She had endured for too long for this day, letting Zhou Yi act arrogantly in front of her for far too long.
Moreover, she had gathered information that Fan Yu was not currently at Shrek Academy.
So... Zhou Yi, just you wait!
Today, I'll definitely make you look bad!
...
Xiao Xiao, pulling Ao Yao along, nimbly weaved through the crowd with her petite figure. The blush on her cheeks never faded, her small hand enveloped in Ao Yao's felt slightly feverish, and even her steps felt a bit light.
Meanwhile, the instigator Ao Yao remained perfectly composed, letting her lead him. His gaze occasionally swept over the reddened tips of the girl's ears beside him, a hint of playful amusement flashing in his eyes.
'Let's sit here.'
Xiao Xiao finally found seats and instinctively tried to let go of his hand, but Ao Yao gave it a gentle squeeze. Warm breath brushed against her ear: 'Xiao Xiao, who do you think will win today's Soul Duel...?'
Xiao Xiao's face flushed a few shades redder. She didn't really hear what Ao Yao said, opening her mouth but unsure what to say, so she simply let Ao Yao continue holding her hand.
Seeing this, Ao Yao smiled with satisfaction.