"You!"
The smile vanished from Ning Rongrong's face. Ever since she was little, people had always gone out of their way to please her. This was the rare occasion where she had taken the initiative to be friendly with someone—and he didn't give her the slightest bit of face. Naturally, she felt extremely displeased.
Just when Su Xiaoqi and Zhu Zhuqing thought Ning Rongrong was about to drop her facade and show her true colors, she unexpectedly smiled again.
At that moment, a wave of cheers erupted from the registration area ahead, and the previously crowded scene began to disperse.
The middle-aged man from earlier approached Su Xiaoqi with a grin. "Young man, you should've seen the look on those Shrek Academy folks' faces—it was so satisfying."
Su Xiaoqi asked, "What happened, brother? Did they cough up the registration fees they took earlier?"
"Those bastards didn't dare not to!" the man cursed before continuing, "At first, they tried to use force to kick us out. But there were over a hundred of us—like hell we'd be scared! I told them straight: either refund our money or kill us all. Otherwise, we'd go report them and make sure their crummy academy gets shut down for good. In the end, they chickened out. Damn satisfying."
"Brother, you're awesome." Su Xiaoqi gave him a big thumbs up.
"Come on, don't say that. It's everyone's duty to deal with scammers like this." After saying that, the man noticed Ning Rongrong standing next to Su Xiaoqi and gave him a knowing smile that only men understand.
"Well, young man, I've got to take my son to register at another school. I'll leave you to it. Until next time."
"Big brother, goodbye," the boy chimed in.
Su Xiaoqi waved. "Take care, brother."
As the crowd cleared, only two children and a blond-haired man remained at the registration area.
Su Xiaoqi turned to Zhu Zhuqing and said, "Zhuqing, let's go register."
Zhu Zhuqing tightened her grip on his arm and nodded. "Okay."
"You two better watch out!" Ning Rongrong huffed and stomped her foot when she saw they were still ignoring her. She quickly chased after them.
By the time Su Xiaoqi and the other two reached the registration booth, the two kids ahead had just passed the preliminary exam and were about to be led into the academy by the blond man.
"Hello, we're here to register."
Su Xiaoqi addressed the elder, Li Yusong, calmly while glancing sideways at Tang San, Xiao Wu, and Dai Mubai.
His words drew the trio's attention. When Dai Mubai saw Zhu Zhuqing holding onto Su Xiaoqi's arm, his pupils suddenly contracted. He was sure he'd seen her somewhere before, but couldn't immediately recall where.
Li Yusong looked at Su Xiaoqi with a frown. "You saw what just happened, didn't you? Aren't you worried your registration fee will be wasted?"
"To be honest," Su Xiaoqi replied, "my admiration for Shrek Academy runs as deep and wide as the endless river. The name of Dean Flender is renowned far and wide."
"I traveled a great distance just to witness the prestige of Shrek Academy for myself. So when compared to my admiration, a little registration fee is hardly worth mentioning."
As soon as Su Xiaoqi finished speaking, Zhu Zhuqing almost burst out laughing. How could someone lie through their teeth so effortlessly?
Ning Rongrong, on the other hand, laughed out loud with no restraint. This guy was just too entertaining—her interest in him only grew stronger.
Xiao Wu looked at Tang San and whispered, "Brother, this guy's here for the fame too—just like you."
Tang San nodded. "Yes. I didn't expect there to be others who recognize the academy's value. Unfortunately, based on his age, there's no way he can pass the exam."
Li Yusong, now with a softer expression, said, "Young man, since you admire Shrek Academy so much, I won't hide the truth from you. You're too old to meet our requirements. There's no point wasting your money."
Su Xiaoqi smiled. "Of course I know the admissions criteria. I'm just here to accompany my girlfriend."
"She's not only beautiful and kind, but incredibly talented too."
"I chased her for ten years before I finally won her over. Being with her is the greatest blessing of my life."
"I treat her like the most precious thing in the world—hold her in my hand, afraid she'll fall; keep her on my lips, afraid she'll melt. Let me tell you, I—ow!"
Unable to listen any longer, Zhu Zhuqing pinched him hard. At first, she was enjoying the praise, but this guy was getting ridiculous—ten years of pursuing her? Ten years ago she was barely two years old!
Everyone present had awkward expressions. Li Yusong cleared his throat and said, "Alright then. If your girlfriend can pass my exam, I'll waive your registration fee."
"Much appreciated." Su Xiaoqi smiled and looked at Zhu Zhuqing. "Go ahead. Don't worry about anything else."
Zhu Zhuqing nodded and stepped forward to stand in front of Li Yusong, holding out her hand.
Li Yusong squeezed her hand briefly and nodded. "Age is suitable. Please release your spirit."
Zhu Zhuqing turned her head and looked at Su Xiaoqi. When she saw him smiling and nodding at her, she activated her soul power.
"This is..."
Li Yusong gasped when her martial soul appeared.
He immediately recognized the Netherworld Spirit Cat and instinctively turned to glance at Dai Mubai.
Dai Mubai stared at Zhu Zhuqing in disbelief. He had a vague idea of who she was now. But...
The image of her just now, clinging to another man's arm, made his expression turn grim. Still, he chose not to act yet—he needed confirmation.
Zhu Zhuqing asked coldly, "Did I pass?"
"You passed. Mubai, take her inside."
Li Yusong returned to his seat. Even though he was starting to piece things together, it wasn't his place to interfere—he was only responsible for the entrance exams.
"Yes." Dai Mubai stepped forward and looked coldly at Su Xiaoqi. "She passed and can enter. You can't."
Zhu Zhuqing walked back and hooked her arm around Su Xiaoqi's again, glaring at Dai Mubai. "Wherever he is, I am."
Dai Mubai frowned and muttered under his breath, "You'd better remember who you are. We'll settle this later."
Su Xiaoqi stepped forward and shielded Zhu Zhuqing with his body, staring Dai Mubai straight in the eyes.
"Hey, buddy. I know my girlfriend's beauty turns heads and hearts, but trying to hit on her in broad daylight is a bit much, don't you think?"
"Are you trying to disgrace Shrek Academy? Tarnish its reputation?"
"You—!"
"That's enough, Mubai. This is Shrek Academy."
Li Yusong's stern voice cut off Dai Mubai. After what had just happened earlier, they couldn't afford another scene—Shrek Academy's reputation was already hanging by a thread.
Li Yusong turned to Su Xiaoqi. "Young man, Dai Mubai was right about one thing. Only those who pass my test can enter."
"So you can either wait here for your girlfriend—or leave."
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