Inside the lobby of the luxurious hotel, brilliant crystal chandeliers cast a soft glow, illuminating the entire space with opulence.
Fang Yang and his group had just stepped into the hotel lobby, ready to find Teacher Wu Changkong to report on the competition.
Just then, a uniformed waiter quickly approached them, politely blocking their path.
"Hello, are you students from Eastsea Academy's Zero Class?" The waiter bowed slightly, his voice gentle.
As the captain, Fang Yang naturally stepped forward: "Yes, I am Fang Yang, captain of Zero Class. Is there something you need?"
The waiter gave a professional smile: "Excuse me. Mr. Wu specifically instructed that once you all return, please proceed directly to the restaurant on the third floor for your meal."
"Alright, thank you for letting us know." Fang Yang nodded politely in thanks.
"You're welcome, it's my duty." The waiter bowed slightly, then turned and left.
After the waiter had gone, Tang Wulin scratched his head in confusion: "Teacher Wu told us to go eat? That's unusual."
"Could it be a celebration banquet?"
Xie Xie's eyes lit up, and he rubbed his hands excitedly, "We won a splendid match!"
Zhang Yangzi and Wang Jinxi exchanged glances, both seeing the same confusion in each other's eyes.
Their usually strict Teacher Wu would never proactively arrange such an event.
"Fang Yang, do you know what's going on?" Xu Xiaoyan gently tugged on Fang Yang's sleeve and asked.
Although Gu Yue didn't speak, her calm eyes also cast an inquiring gaze.
Fang Yang shook his head: "I'm not sure about the specific situation. But since Teacher Wu arranged it, we'll know when we go up."
Everyone nodded in agreement.
Although their hearts were full of questions, they naturally had to obey Teacher Wu's arrangements.
The group of seven took the hotel's Spirit guide elevator to the third floor.
As the elevator doors opened, they were greeted by elegant piano music and a faint aroma of food.
The entire restaurant was exquisitely decorated, with crystal chandeliers illuminating the space brightly but not harshly.
"Welcome, are you the distinguished guests from Eastsea Academy's Zero Class?" A waiter immediately came forward.
Fang Yang nodded: "Yes, we are looking for Mr. Wu."
"Mr. Wu has been waiting for a long time in private room 313, please follow me."
The waiter made a 'follow me' gesture, leading them through the corridor.
Arriving at the door of private room 313, the waiter gently knocked, then pushed the door open for them.
The scene inside the private room stunned everyone.
Wu Changkong was dressed in white as snow, his long hair flowing.
Beside him stood a woman, appearing to be twenty-six or twenty-seven years old, with an extremely beautiful face.
A cascade of white hair fell behind her, her eyes were dark green, and she wore a light green long dress that accentuated her snow-like skin and elegant demeanor.
Seeing this, Wu Changkong's voice remained cold: "This is Shen Yi, an old acquaintance of mine..."
"But given our relationship, do you still need to introduce me so formally, Changkong?" Shen Yi smiled slightly, interrupting Wu Changkong.
Her tone carried a hint of intimacy.
Except for Fang Yang and Gu Yue, everyone else, upon hearing this, immediately had a spark of gossip in their eyes, exchanging meaningful glances.
Their usually serious Teacher Wu actually had such a beautiful old acquaintance?
"Hello, students."
Shen Yi stepped forward, elegantly introducing herself: "My name is Shen Yi, I am your Teacher Wu's Junior Sister..."
"Hello, Teacher Shen."
Fang Yang led the group in a unified greeting, their voices neat and consistent.
Just then, a surprised cry suddenly came from the corner of the private room: "Fang Yang? Is that you all?"
Ye Xinglan had been curious earlier, wondering who Teacher Shen's Senior Brother's students would be? She hadn't expected it to be Fang Yang and his group.
Everyone's gaze turned to the source of the sound.
Ye Xinglan was looking at them in surprise, and the other five Shrek Academy students also cast curious glances.
Xu Lizhi was still staring at Fang Yang with an unfriendly expression, though his disguise was flawless.
"Xinglan, long time no see." Fang Yang responded with a smile, his tone carrying a hint of pleasant surprise.
No sooner had he spoken than he felt a sharp pain in his waist. Gu Yue and Xu Xiaoyan, one on each side, simultaneously pinched his waist.
Fang Yang endured the pain, trying hard to keep his facial expression calm.
He quietly turned his head and saw Gu Yue staring at him with dangerous eyes, while Xu Xiaoyan pouted, her face full of displeasure.
The atmosphere in the private room suddenly became subtle.
The piano music faintly drifted in from outside the door, forming a stark contrast with the current silence.
Wu Changkong lightly coughed, breaking the awkward situation: "Since everyone is here, please take a seat."
As Wu Changkong and Shen Yi took their seats, the students from both sides also sat down in order.
The round table in the private room was spacious enough, but at this moment, it somehow seemed a bit crowded.
"Waiter, you can serve the dishes now." Shen Yi instructed.
The waiter outside respectfully responded: "Yes, honored guests."
"Those beside Teacher Shen are all Genius students from Shrek Academy."
Wu Changkong's indifferent gaze swept over the Shrek Academy students, "Teacher Shen, why don't we let the students introduce themselves?"
"Since Teacher Wu has asked, then let's all introduce ourselves." Shen Yi smiled slightly, looking in everyone's direction.
Upon hearing this, the Shrek Academy students rose one by one.
"Yu Tiangang, 48th-rank attack system Spirit Ancestor, Spirit Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon." A tall young man spoke first, his voice clear.
"Ning Xinrong, 38th-rank support system Spirit Elder, Spirit Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda." A graceful young woman said softly.
"Shi Lie, 45th-rank defense system Spirit Ancestor, Spirit Stone Soul Shield." A heavily built young man introduced himself steadily.
"Su Yan, 42nd-rank control system Spirit Ancestor, Spirit Azure Vine." The bespectacled young man pushed up his glasses.
"Bai Hua, 40th-rank agility-attack system Spirit Ancestor, Spirit Bai He!" The slender young man's voice was clear.
"Ye Xinglan, 28th-rank attack system Spirit Grandmaster, Spirit Star God Sword." Ye Xinglan said briefly.
"Xu Lizhi, 27th-rank support system Spirit Grandmaster, Spirit Bun." Xu Lizhi smiled honestly.
The seven of them reported their strengths one by one, and although they were not old, their strength was remarkable.
"You see."
Wu Changkong looked at the Zero Class students, his expression still calm, "These are the team members who previously defeated the youth group champions. Even when facing opponents nearly ten years older, they can easily win."
"You should learn from them, Cultivate diligently, and improve yourselves."
"Yes, Teacher Wu."
The Zero Class students simply responded, but they didn't feel much emotion in their hearts.
In their opinion, Fang Yang and Gu Yue's strength far surpassed these Shrek Academy students, and it was only a matter of time before they themselves surpassed them.
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