X-Dragon Era

During her contemplation, Xin Yun said with a smile, "But if you join our class, I'm afraid your seat as the top-ranking student will be..."

With an annoyed glance at Xin Yun, Yi Luo Xiang pouted and said, "Who cares about being the top student or not... it's all a bunch of nonsense."

Hearing this, Xin Yun nodded with a smile and said, "If you don't care about being the top student, then why are you and Yan Qingying looking so troubled?"

"This... I..." Upon hearing Xin Yun's words, both girls were momentarily stunned. Yes... was being the top student that important? Upon further reflection, they realized it was nothing more than vanity. If they lost it, they lost it.

Why be anxious and troubled over such a thing? Wasn't this creating problems for oneself?

Seeing that the two girls seemed to have come to a realization, Xin Yun continued, "If I were you, facing an impending challenge, I would be very excited. Having so many experts to spar with for free is an opportunity money can't buy, yet you're still frowning and worrying. I really don't understand you."

Hearing this, even if the two girls were fools, they probably understood Xin Yun's point now. They both let go of their burdens. Yes... what did winning or losing matter? If they lost the top student title, so be it. Vanity wasn't worth boasting about.

With that thought in mind, Yi Luo Xiang spoke up, "I understand what you mean. Don't worry... I won't be afraid anymore. Just like you said, such a great training opportunity is truly hard to find."

"Mhm..." Nodding with a smile, Xin Yun continued, "Exactly, this is just a competition. With instructors watching over us, even if we lose, nothing serious will happen. If we don't take the time to train now, when we get to the battlefield, there won't be anyone to look after us. At that time, losing could mean death. So...

let go of the pressure of win or loss and train yourselves well through real combat!"

Hearing Xin Yun's words, Yi Luo Xiang and Yan Qingying's eyes lit up. They exchanged a glance and finally swept away the clouds that had been hanging over them. Facing the upcoming challenges, they no longer had any fear; instead, they were incredibly excited.

Seeing that the two girls had relieved themselves of their burdens, Xin Yun nodded with satisfaction. As for himself, he had even less to worry about. Although he would also face the whole class's challenge, Xin Yun didn't actually believe anyone would exercise that right.

Leaving Xin Yun's thoughts aside, Yi Luo Xiang and Yan Qingying huddled together and murmured quietly. Glancing ahead at Xin Yun, Yi Luo Xiang whispered, "Qingying, Xin Yun is getting more and more impressive. Whatever we think about or worry about, he sees right through. He easily dispels our concerns. Is he really our peer? Why can't our instructors do this?"

Hearing Yi Luo Xiang's words, Yan Qingying glanced at Xin Yun and then murmured, "He's really peculiar and profound. I can't fathom him, but without a doubt, he's a frightening presence, a person who is countless times more mature than adults in spirit. Being with him is the greatest fortune for you and me."

"Mhm mhm mhm..." Hearing Yan Qingying praise Xin Yun, Yi Luo Xiang couldn't stop smiling, feeling even happier than if she had been praised herself. In her eyes, Xin Yun was indeed the most amazing person in the world.

With her arm around Yan Qingying's, Yi Luo Xiang whispered in Yan Qingying's ear, "Since this opportunity is so rare, don't you think we should plan properly? We should defeat all ten of those guys, apart from Xin Yun, one by one!"

Feeling Yi Luo Xiang's closeness, Yan Qingying's gaze softened—a look she never even bestowed upon Xin Yun. In the entire world, only Yi Luo Xiang knew such tenderness from her. Find adventures at empire

In Yan Qingying's eyes, Yi Luo Xiang was like her little sister—intelligent but still naive, with a kind heart and gentle nature. Someone like her would bring joy to anyone she was with.

After a moment of pondering, Yan Qingying lowered her voice and said, "Since you're determined, let's do this: once we get to the academy, the first class will definitely be an open one, according to tradition. When it ends and we disband, let's challenge them in front of all the students. What do you think?"

"Mhm mhm mhm..." Hearing Yan Qingying's words, Yi Luo Xiang nodded excitedly. In such a setting, once they issued the challenge, it would be tough for the others to refuse. Otherwise, they would have no standing.

In the midst of their excitement, Yi Luo Xiang suddenly frowned and pointed at Xin Yun ahead, saying with a bitter taste, "But what about him? If we challenge him as well, we might not win."

Hearing Yi Luo Xiang's words, Yan Qingying frowned deeply. Yes... if they publicly issued challenges, it would inevitably include Xin Yun, the top student. If they really faced him, then...

As Yan Qingying was pondering, Xin Yun appeared beside them without notice, chuckling, "Don't worry, just challenge away. There won't be any problems."

Hearing Xin Yun's words, both girls were bewildered. What was Xin Yun thinking? What was he planning to do? Could it be that he would participate in the match and then deliberately lose to them? Both knew that Xin Yun would never oust them from their top student positions. So, if he couldn't win, he would have to lose on purpose.

But just like they didn't want to be dethroned by Xin Yun, they didn't want to embarrass him in public either.

In the large classroom, thousands of students sat quietly, while Instructor Mei Wu stood on the podium and said sternly, "Alright, that's all I have to say. From now till the end of this month, it's the open challenge period. During this time, even if you fail the challenge, you won't face any punishment, to ensure the credibility of this ranking competition."

Hearing Instructor Mei Wu's words, everyone took a deep breath. Except for the bottom student in each class, every person present could face a challenge. Even though the number of people who would actually issue challenges wouldn't be many, anyone could be a target, which made them extra cautious.

Looking around the room, Instructor Mei Wu declared, "That will be all for this class." Hearing this, Yan Qingying and Yi Luo Xiang stood up again, and loudy ordered all the students to arise to see the teacher off. (To be continued, for further details please visit www.qidian.com. More chapters available, support the author, support genuine reading!)