Looking at Mochizuki Chihaya collapsed weakly on the ground, Zhou Haoyu couldn't help but raise his brows.
Did he overdo it with the lightning?
"Brother Yu, I'm completely convinced now. To go at such a stunning beauty without the slightest mercy!"
From the stands, Zhao Manyan's face was filled with admiration.
Zhou Haoyu wore a helpless expression. He was being forced by the treasure chest.
That's right, this was all the treasure chest's fault!
Although the fight had been exhilarating, seeing such a beauty twitching on the ground did leave him with a tinge of heartache.
On the Japan's side, every mage stared wide-eyed in shock.
Zhou Haoyu's strength was far beyond their expectations. Even Water Curtain Heaven couldn't withstand that strike.
Mochizuki Meiken quickly snapped out of his daze and rushed onto the stage to check Chihaya's condition.
Fortunately, Mochizuki Chihaya had only suffered some external injuries. After some treatment, she regained consciousness.
Although Profound Yang Golden Thunder was powerful, Zhou Haoyu's Lightning Element was only at Advanced Level One, and he hadn't even used an Advanced Spell just now.
Yet in terms of might, it had even surpassed some Advanced Spells.
"This year's China team is really something. Their strength could rival captains from powerhouse teams like England and Greece."
"The last national team from their country was disappointing, but this time they've produced a monster."
"With a captain this strong, China's team could easily make the quarterfinals."
At first, the mages of the Japan had little goodwill toward Zhou Haoyu's group. But after witnessing such strength, their attitudes shifted immediately.
Japan mages somewhat revered the samurai spirit—strength admired at the very bones.
In truth, it was simply bullying the weak while fearing the strong.
Ignoring the numbness still coursing through her body, Mochizuki Chihaya lifted her gaze toward Zhou Haoyu. "Is your main element Fire or Lightning?"
Not only Chihaya but also Ai Jiangtu, Mu Nujiao, and the others found it hard to believe.
Both Lightning and Fire possessed Soul Seeds, and he even had a Domain.
This was complete all-round development. His Secondary cultivation even surpassed many others' Primary cultivation!
"Why should I tell you?"
Zhou Haoyu arched a brow. Why should he answer the question of a defeated opponent?
"Ahem~"
Mochizuki Meiken interrupted their exchange, turning to Zhou Haoyu. "It's already late. Why don't you all stay here at Nishimorigaku for the night?"
"Then we'll trouble you."
After thinking it over, Zhou Haoyu agreed. It wasn't that staying elsewhere was inconvenient, but because he had agreed to meet Mu Ningxue and the others at Nishimorigaku.
If they went searching for a hotel nearby, they'd have to locate the girls first.
After dinner, Zhou Haoyu and Mu Ningxue returned to their room to "discuss biology."
"Xue'er, try on this outfit."
"Husband, wouldn't this be a bit strange?"
"We hardly ever travel abroad. Let's try a new style."
"…Alright then."
Not long after, Mu Ningxue appeared gracefully, dressed in a Japanese Yukata. The hint of exposed skin perfectly highlighted her jade-like beauty.
Zhou Haoyu's eyes went wide. The sight before him set his blood surging.
"It still feels a bit strange… maybe I should change back?"
Feeling the heat in Zhou Haoyu's gaze, Mu Ningxue grew restless.
But before she could act, Zhou Haoyu had already thrown himself upon her.
By instinct, Mu Ningxue turned her head aside, unable to meet his eyes.
Yet Zhou Haoyu wouldn't let her escape, forcing her gaze back.
Without another word, he pressed his lips to her fragrant, cool ones. The taste carried a hint of icy sweetness, lingering like divine nectar.
Although Mu Ningxue was overcome with shyness, her eyes grew hazy as she looked at Zhou Haoyu.
Her body felt as though invaded by a warm sun.
There was a crucial reason Zhou Haoyu was in such a rush to cultivate his Fire Element to Advanced.
After Mu Ningxue had broken through with her Ice Element to Advanced, her body had become even colder than before.
In the past, he could still endure it with his body, which even counted as a minor buff. But now the temperature was far too low.
He couldn't exactly have Little Flame Belle stand guard every time, could he?
That would hardly be child-appropriate!
Now that he possessed Void White Flame as protection, Zhou Haoyu no longer had to worry about being frozen.
Under the night sky, Mo Fan slipped along the shadows of the artificial rock garden with Shadow Escape, arriving outside Mochizuki Chihaya's room.
Just as he was about to sneak in through the window, someone suddenly patted him on the shoulder.
Mo Fan nearly jumped out of his skin—he hadn't sensed anyone approach. Could it be some kind of ghost?
Trembling, he turned his head, only to breathe a sigh of relief when he saw Zhou Haoyu.
"Captain, what are you doing sneaking around here at night? You scared me half to death," Mo Fan said, pressing his chest where his heart pounded.
Appearing behind someone out of nowhere like that was a direct test of heart strength.
Zhou Haoyu pointed toward Mochizuki Chihaya's room and asked, "Shouldn't I be the one asking you? Creeping around in the middle of the night—you're not up to something, are you?"
Mo Fan instantly realized the situation. Sneaking around another person's room in the dead of night really did look suspicious.
He had thought no one would notice, but instead, he'd been caught red-handed by Zhou Haoyu.
If word of this got out, the people of Twin Guardian Pavilion definitely wouldn't let him off.
"Captain, I discovered that this place hides some secrets, and someone has been using the same Ghostwood as Mochizuki Chihaya. I came here to investigate."
Mo Fan explained earnestly, but his words still sounded weak.
Zhou Haoyu gave him a look of utter speechlessness. "What does Twin Guardian Pavilion's secret have to do with you?"
Mo Fan was left speechless. Right—wasn't it perfectly normal for such a large power to have some hidden matters?
Why had he let his curiosity get the better of him?
"Captain, if there's nothing else, I'll just head back to sleep. You can pretend I was never here."
With that, Mo Fan vanished with Shadow Escape.
Zhou Haoyu rolled his eyes. If he hadn't sensed Mo Fan's movements with his Spiritual Energy, he might have actually succeeded.
Although Zhou Haoyu didn't exactly have feelings for Mochizuki Chihaya, this concerned a major treasure chest.
The chest hadn't been unlocked yet—he absolutely couldn't allow Mo Fan to seize the advantage.
Zhou Haoyu looked up at the half-open window of the room. The light inside was still on.
"Since I'm already here, why not just open the chest in one go?"
A battle raged within his mind. Dealing with a woman from the Japan like Mochizuki Chihaya, he didn't have the patience he showed Mu Ningxue.
And the unlocking condition was conquest!
Having thought it through, Zhou Haoyu first used Spiritual Energy to confirm no one was around, then instantly teleported inside.
The moment he entered, a tantalizing fragrance assaulted his senses.
His gaze shifted—the scent came from a kimono hanging on the rack.
It was the very same kimono Mochizuki Chihaya had worn earlier that day.
From the bathroom came the sound of splashing water.
Extending his Spiritual Energy inside, Zhou Haoyu was immediately greeted with an indescribably alluring scene.
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