Chapter 82: chapter -82 Awkward illusion of fire dance.
Chapter -82.
The match concluded, and the audience in the stands, captivated by the thrilling battle, erupted into cheers, chanting Ye Chen's shadow nickname. The previously quiet supporters of the Imperial Academy were now proudly waving their banners, celebrating the Morning Snow Imperial Academy's triumph and the Thousand Snow Team's victory as their voices rang throughout the arena.
However, this festive atmosphere didn't last long before the shocking sight of Fire Dance leaping toward Ye Chen left the crowd stunned; they were unable to fathom why the two former adversaries were now sharing a kiss.
In an instant, the earlier excitement faded into an unusual silence as the audience, wide-eyed with envy, curiosity, and confusion, fixated on the two figures on stage, as if they were eager for an even more thrilling follow-up.
Ye Chen remained oblivious to the surrounding commotion; his gaze was fixed on Fire Dance in his arms, her beautiful face flushed and her body radiating warmth, her eyes brimming with intensity that hinted at surging emotions.
"What on earth did she see in the illusion? Why is she suddenly so eager?"
At that moment, Fire Dance appeared utterly consumed by her desires; she was no longer just kissing Ye Chen but had wrapped her long, strong legs tightly around him, creating an awkward scenario for them both.
In front of such a sizable audience, Ye Chen couldn't afford to act recklessly; he had to condense his spiritual body and enter the illusion that Fire Dance was experiencing to get to the bottom of it.
Since he hadn't revealed his identity during their battle, Ye Chen had hurriedly used illusion control, leaving him unaware of the details that transpired.
Before long, his spiritual essence arrived outside a familiar hollow building. The sight of the Roman columns stirred memories of the Royal Academy's council hall.
"Wait a moment, this looks like the council hall."
He remembered vividly that Feng Xiaotian, Dai Mubai, and various disciples from different academies were training their extraordinary methods, leaning against the stone pillars— a scene he could never forget.
But he couldn't figure out why Fire Dance's illusion revolved around a place she had only visited for a few days. Did the council hall hold special significance for her?
Lost in thought, a peculiar sound caught his attention from behind a nearby Roman column. Ye Chen frowned and crept closer.
"Mm mm~~"
What unfolded before him was beyond chaotic; Ye Chen struggled to grasp how Fire Dance's fantasy involved two men.
Watching the explosive and enticing spectacle, he felt compelled to hide his face. What astonished him even more was that one of the men bore a striking resemblance to him.
The other, clad in a black robe, had an obscured identity, yet there was a sense of familiarity about him.
"No way, no way, no way, it can't be..."
He swallowed nervously. Despite his good looks, there were plenty of men in the world. Just because one looked like him didn't mean both figures in her fantasy were based on him.
As he pondered, he noticed Fire Dance suddenly push the black-robed man aside and focus intently on embracing his illusion, moving into the final stages.
Ye Chen glanced back at the ignored black-robed figure, who shared the same mask as he did, and shook his head with a sigh as he stepped away from the bustling illusion.
Returning to reality, Ye Chen found Fire Dance in close proximity, persistently kissing him. He realized that even if her fantasy figure resembled him, it didn't imply a deeper meaning; simple illusions had a way of activating profound desires, leading individuals to become ensnared.
But why were both illusions related to him? Ye Chen found it hard to wrap his mind around it.
Gently pushing Fire Dance away, Ye Chen tapped her forehead to dispel the illusion. Instantly, Fire Dance awakened, and upon seeing black-robed Ye Chen in front of her, she screamed and bolted off the stage.
The audience, regaining their composure, erupted into another round of loud cheers for the fleeing Fire Dance, with Ye Chen becoming the center of their revelry.
In mere moments, he had gained seven or eight nicknames, such as Time Manager, Seven Horsemen, and the Empty Prince—titles that felt rather unsettling upon reflection.
"As we move on to the next competition, the shadow of the Thousand Snow Team prevails! Congratulations to the Morning Snow Imperial Academy for securing a direct ticket to the finals!"
The professional female host stepped in amidst the pandemonium, announcing the final scores of the match, reminding the spectators that Ye Chen, the one they had been criticizing, was indeed the victor of this new competition.
Within just a few minutes, their opinions had flipped dramatically, crafting an awkward atmosphere in the venue.
Meanwhile, the one who had been both praised and condemned had slipped away early, returning to the Imperial Academy's lounge. However, upon his arrival, Ye Chen found no peace. Just as he settled onto the sofa for a moment of respite, Liu Erlong approached, adorned in sleek battle armor, casually saying, "It must be quite enjoyable to receive such a passionate kiss from a young girl."
Upon hearing this, Ye Chen couldn't help but cough, and just as he composed himself, Liu Erlong glanced at a fellow disciple beside him and asked, "Zhang Ming, if your girlfriend is Li Jing and another girl kisses you passionately right now, would you 'endure' it?"
"Teacher, I don't have a girlfriend yet," Zhang Ming responded, cleverly avoiding the question.
But Liu Erlong raised an eyebrow, falling silent, her commanding gaze making Zhang Ming fidget in apprehension. He reluctantly said, "If I had a girlfriend, no woman would dare come close to me. Haha, a couple of laughs and I'd put them in their place."
Hearing this, Liu Erlong nodded in satisfaction. But just then, Li Jing piped up, "What a joke! I clearly saw the vice-captain with two girls last night, walking into a hotel called 'Spring Breeze is Not as Good as You,' and they only booked 'one room.'"
With a thud, Zhang Ming toppled off the sofa, sitting on the ground, his expression one of innocence. "Junior sister, you must have mistaken me. I'm a very dedicated man; you've got the wrong person."
"How could I mistake it? It has to be you!"
Before she could finish, the door swung open, and a girl in blue walked in graciously. After spotting Ye Chen, she asked, "Are you free tonight? I want to invite you." The newcomer was a woman whose fragrance was enchanting, even with her face partially concealed.
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