The middle-aged officer at the front sighed softly and turned around.
His once-stern face was now filled with helplessness.
This "shortcut" test had been arranged by Instructor Ruolin herself, so he had to follow through.
But looking at these little troublemakers.....especially the two pairs at the front, who seemed to treat the whole thing like a walk in the park...he couldn't help but shake his head.
Xiao Yu, noticing Xiao Ning's pale face, finally realized the situation and frowned at the officer. "Senior Ke, are you deliberately making things difficult for us?"
"Heh, those who take shortcuts must face some trials.
Orders from Instructor Ruolin," the man replied with a faint smile.
"Besides, you all seem to be having a fine time. Laughing, chatting… you don't look like you're suffering."
Xiao Yu sighed and gave up the argument. Taking Xiao Jian's hand, she led the group deeper into the plaza.
At the center stood a wide green tent. From there, they could see the crowd outside.....a sea of young faces, each burning with anticipation.
From time to time, a few who had passed the earlier tests would emerge from the channels, faces bright with excitement as they entered the inner square.
"Yu'er!"
Just as they approached the tent, a playful feminine voice called out.
A streak of red shot forward, and a girl in crimson robes tackled Xiao Yu with a laugh, wrapping an arm around her waist and teasing,
"Let me see if you've gained weight, hmm?"
Xiao Yu was still holding Xiao Jian's hand, so when she turned her head and saw his amused, teasing expression, her face immediately flushed crimson.
She hastily pushed the red-clad girl away and shot her a glare.
"This is my good friend from Jia Nan Academy, Xue Ni. She's a four-star Dou Practitioner."
"Nice to meet you, Senior Xue Ni," Xiao Jian said with a polite nod and smile.
His gaze swept over her briefly. Xue Ni's looks were slightly inferior to Xiao Yu's, but her figure was stunning...slim waist, graceful curves, and a bright, open smile that perfectly matched her outgoing personality. It was easy to see why the two were close.
"Wow, he's handsome!" Xue Ni exclaimed, turning toward Xiao Yu with a mischievous grin. "Yu'er, don't tell me this is the little brother you keep dreaming about?"
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Xiao Jian raised an eyebrow, giving Xiao Yu a playful look. "Oh? Is that true?"
Xiao Yu's face turned bright red, her eyes darting around in panic.
Xue Ni instinctively reached for Xiao Yu's hand.....but paused when she realized Xiao Yu was already holding Xiao Jian's.
Her eyes widened in shock. She looked back at Xiao Yu, her tone full of disbelief. "Yu'er… but he's your younger brother!
Hearing Xue Ni's heartbroken voice.....so full of pain that she sounded like she'd trade places with her if she could.....Xiao Yu could only cover her face with one hand in pure exasperation.
This was too embarrassing!
If they hadn't already hugged earlier, she wouldn't even admit to knowing this woman.
"We're not even related by blood! Can you please act normal? Be rational!"
Grinding her silver teeth, Xiao Yu leaned close to Xue Ni's ear and hissed fiercely,
"Litchi? Where do you see litchi?"
"Where? Where?" Xue Ni's eyes instantly lit up like stars.
Xiao Yu fell silent.
She really couldn't hold it anymore.
Fortunately, it was just family here....otherwise, this would have been mortifying beyond belief.
Taking a deep breath to steady herself, she began introducing Xue Ni to Xiao Jian and the others.
"Wow, your family's bloodline is amazing.....so many handsome men and beautiful women!"
Xue Ni's gaze swept over Xiao Jian's group, her tone full of admiration.
"Hmph, of course! These are all my clan members...don't get any funny ideas!" Xiao Yu proudly lifted her chin.
"Yu'er, you're so heartless," Xue Ni sighed dramatically.
"You found yourself a new lover and forgot about your old flame.
You won't even let me find someone new!"
"Enough! Stop making things up. I still need to take them for the exam." Xiao Yu, helpless, pushed away this walking chaos.
"Heehee, fine, follow me. I'll take you there."
Wiping away her mock tears in an instant, Xue Ni turned to lead the way...but just as she took a step, she suddenly paused and glanced back with a mischievous smile.
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