Douluo: Wuhun Qimen Formation, control everything!

The color drained from her face; her desperate courage seemed like a joke in the face of reality.

Yes, feelings aren't about impulse. Tonight, my behavior might just seem like a childish and foolish act to him.

Her eyes welled up with tears, and she forced them back, but her stubbornness seemed incredibly fragile at that moment. Just when everyone thought the farce was about to end with the girl's sad exit, Zhou Xuan suddenly changed the subject.

“But,” he looked at Xiao Xiao’s eyes, which had dimmed instantly, “there are some things that can’t be solved by running away. Your courage makes it impossible for me to continue pretending to be stupid.”

As he spoke, to everyone's surprise, including Jiang Nannan and Xiao Xiao, Zhou Xuan reached out his other hand and gently took Xiao Xiao's cold hand under her gaze.

He held Jiang Nannan's hand in one hand and Xiao Xiao's hand in the other.

He pulled both girls to his side.

Xiao Xiao's face froze; she didn't know what to do.

She could only be pulled along by Zhou Xuan like a doll, her face as red as a boiled shrimp.

"Am I seeing things? He chose both?"

“Is that right?”

"Is this what the adult world is like? He wants it all!"

Jiang Nannan, who was standing next to Zhou Xuan, glanced at him with a mixture of amusement and exasperation.

She tightened her grip slightly, pinching Zhou Xuan's palm lightly with her fingernail, then leaned close to his ear and said in a voice only the two of them could hear, "You're really something. Looks like I'll have to keep a closer eye on you from now on."

There was a hint of jealousy in his words, but no real anger.

After all, this was something I had planned for a long time; this is the trouble of having such an outstanding boyfriend.

Zhou Xuan turned his head and met her eyes, which seemed to be both angry and amused, and simply returned a helpless smile.

"Holy crap..." Huo Yuhao, standing in a corner of the crowd, nearly popped his eyes out and blurted out the word instinctively.

He turned his head to look at Wang Dong'er beside him, only to be met with a pair of beautiful pink-blue eyes that seemed to be filled with "murderous intent".

"Hmm? You want to do that too?" Wang Dong'er's tone rose slightly, carrying a strong sense of danger.

"No! Absolutely not, you're all I need!" Huo Yuhao snapped to attention, his survival instincts kicking in instantly. "I meant to say, Brother Zhou Xuan... he's really amazing! Yes, really amazing!"

Wang Dong'er then gave a satisfied hum and rolled her eyes at him.

On Poseidon Lake, Zhang Lexuan was completely stunned.

She has hosted so many seasons of the Sea God's Fate show, and she has seen failed confessions and many people vying for one person, but she has never seen a man take away two at once!

But looking at the strange yet inexplicably harmonious scene on the shore, and at the smile on Xiao Xiao's face after the storm, she finally shook her head helplessly, a look of bewilderment on her face.

She cleared her throat and used her soul power to spread her voice throughout the entire venue, bringing to a close this event that had been full of twists and turns.

"Ahem... It seems that our Sea God's Fate tonight has indeed been full of surprises."

"Although... the process was somewhat unexpected, fate is a wonderful thing. Since the parties involved have made their choice, we will respect their decision."

"Let's give a warm round of applause to all the talented men and beautiful women who have successfully paired up tonight!"

The thunderous applause lasted for a long time. After tonight, the name Zhou Xuan will probably add a few more legends to Shrek Academy's history.

The noise and applause receded like the tide, and the shores of Poseidon Lake gradually returned to tranquility, leaving only moonlight and lotus lanterns casting dappled shadows on the water.

Zhou Xuan stood still, holding Jiang Nannan's hand with his left hand and Xiao Xiao's hand with his right. The two girls' hands felt different; one was warm and smooth, the other slightly cool, but both were equally soft.

He could clearly feel two equally complex gazes fixed on him, and a subtle awkwardness filled the air, making him feel uneasy for a moment.

He finally let go of their hands, and this sudden separation startled both girls slightly.

"Let's find a place to talk," Zhou Xuan said, rubbing his temples. He broke the silence first; he needed to give the two of them an explanation for what had happened today.

Jiang Nannan simply crossed her arms and looked at him with a half-smile.

Xiao Xiao lowered her head, clutching the hem of her clothes, a blush spreading from her cheeks to her ears, not daring to look at the other two.

The three of them walked along the lakeside path to a secluded spot under a weeping willow. It was a rather remote place, usually deserted, with only the cool moonlight and the sound of flowing water.

"Speak," Jiang Nannan said first, leaning against the willow tree with a hint of mockery in her tone.

Zhou Xuan looked at her, then at Xiao Xiao beside him who was hanging her head and almost burying herself in the ground, and felt completely overwhelmed.

He spoke first, his voice exceptionally clear in the quiet night: "About tonight, I..."

"What do you mean, 'you'?" Jiang Nannan interrupted him. She crossed her arms, walked up to Zhou Xuan, and pointed her index finger lightly at his chest. "You really stole the show tonight. Now the whole college knows that you, Senior Zhou, are incredibly loving and have women on both sides. How impressive!"

Her tone was unreadable, but her clear eyes held a scrutinizing quality that made Zhou Xuan feel a sense of pressure.

Xiao Xiao lowered her head even further, her fingers nervously twisting the hem of her skirt, and whispered in protest, "It has nothing to do with Zhou Xuan, it's...it's my own fault..."

"I didn't ask you." Jiang Nannan's gaze swept over, her voice not loud, but it made Xiao Xiao tremble all over. She swallowed back all the words she was about to say. Although she didn't mind Xiao Xiao's existence, there should be a first-come, first-served order, right?

Jiang Nannan withdrew her gaze and focused it back on Zhou Xuan: "So? What are you planning to say? Are you trying to tell me that you acted out of pity for her because you were soft-hearted?"

Zhou Xuan was silent for a moment, then shook his head in response to Jiang Nannan's gaze: "I'm not that kind of person. If I'm not willing, I won't agree even in front of the whole academy."

"Hehe~"

Hearing Zhou Xuan's words, Xiao Xiao lowered her head and chuckled foolishly.

Jiang Nannan glared at Xiao Xiao with annoyance.

Zhou Xuan paused, glancing at Xiao Xiao beside him, who was so nervous she was almost unable to breathe.

"I do have feelings for her, but I rejected her before because she looked too young at the time."

Humans are visual creatures, and Zhou Xuan had nothing to hide about that. Being attracted to beauty is a man's nature. Who wouldn't like a beautiful girl who is also interested in you?

Zhou Xuan continued, "But my feelings for her are one thing, and that's different from my feelings for you. You are my lover, and that will never change, no matter when or where."

Xiao Xiao pouted and poked Zhou Xuan, "What about me?"

"Uh~"

"the same as you."

Hearing Zhou Xuan's words, she smiled again. Jiang Nannan suddenly burst out laughing after hearing this: "You're honest."

She glanced at Zhou Xuan, then turned around and walked over to Xiao Xiao.

Xiao Xiao was already nervous, and when she saw Jiang Nannan walking towards her, she subconsciously took a half step back and swallowed.

"Senior...Senior..."

Jiang Nannan stopped in front of her. Her height advantage allowed her to look down at Xiao Xiao slightly. She reached out and gently lifted Xiao Xiao's chin, forcing her to look at her.

"Don't be afraid, I won't eat you." Jiang Nannan's voice was tinged with laughter, but it only made Xiao Xiao more flustered. "Tell me, what do you like about him?"

The question came so suddenly that Xiao Xiao's mind went blank. She stammered for a long time, her cheeks turning bright red.

"I...I don't know...I just...I just like it..."

Jiang Nannan looked at her pathetic state and felt both annoyed and amused. She let go of her hand and sighed.

"Sigh, you," she said, circling Xiao Xiao as if examining an object. "You mustered up the courage to confess your feelings in public, and now you can't even utter a complete sentence. How can you compete with me like this?"

"I...I never thought of competing with you, senior..." Xiao Xiao's voice was barely audible, filled with a lack of confidence.

"Never thought about it?" Jiang Nannan stopped and raised an eyebrow. "Then what are you doing standing up tonight?"

Xiao Xiao's face paled, and she bit her lip tightly.

Jiang Nannan looked at her, her tone softening slightly: "I'm not trying to make things difficult for you, I'm teaching you. Since you also want to stand by his side, you need to act in a way that is worthy of him."

At the very least, you need to show me that you're not an appendage to be summoned and dismissed at will, but a partner who can stand on equal footing with him.

Zhou Xuan watched from the side without saying a word. He understood what Jiang Nannan meant; she wasn't trying to exclude Xiao Xiao.

Instead, they are using their own methods to help themselves deal with this tricky situation.

Come to think of it, it had been a long time since he had seen Nan Nan like this. Although Nan Nan usually appeared obedient and well-behaved around him, she was generally very cold and indifferent to outsiders.

The fact that she could say so much to Xiao Xiao is enough to show that she doesn't dislike her.

"Alright, that's all for tonight." Jiang Nannan stretched and walked back to Zhou Xuan's side, naturally taking his arm and giving him a sweet smile. "We should go back now."

After saying that, she looked at Xiao Xiao, who was still standing there in a daze: "As for you, think carefully about what I told you. I don't want to see you like this next time we meet."

After saying that, she grabbed Zhou Xuan, turned around and left, not giving Xiao Xiao any more chance to speak.

Zhou Xuan was pulled by her and looked back.

Under the moonlight, Xiao Xiao stood alone under the willow tree, her figure appearing somewhat frail. Perhaps Jiang Nannan's words were more effective than any comfort or promise she could make.

Zhou Xuan withdrew his gaze and let Jiang Nannan take his arm as they walked along the lakeside path.

"What? Feeling sorry for me?" Jiang Nannan's voice came softly.

"No," Zhou Xuan said with a wry smile. "I just feel that you are better at handling this kind of thing than I am."

"Of course." Jiang Nannan snorted lightly, her chin slightly raised, with a hint of smugness. "Who told you to get yourself into this mess? If I don't help you deal with it, do you really think I'm going to just hand over my man to someone else?"

She stopped, turned around to face Zhou Xuan, stood on tiptoe, and gently pecked him on the lips.

"Remember, you belong to me, Jiang Nannan. Even if I have to share some with others, it's up to me."

What else could Zhou Xuan say but reach out and pull her into his arms, feeling her unique warmth and softness.

The aftershocks of the Sea God's Fate Night were far greater than imagined.

The next day, Zhou Xuan's name became a legend that was talked about throughout the inner and outer courtyards. In the past, everyone knew that he was strong and a genius.

But now, his legend has been enriched with a new and colorful addition—"one dragon and two phoenixes, embracing each other on the left and right."

While the others weren't particularly impressed by his strength, it wasn't surprising that a few exceptionally talented individuals would emerge from Shrek Academy.

But the fact that this devilishly handsome man has a beautiful woman in love with him makes people feel extremely unbalanced.

As Zhou Xuan walked along the academy road, he could always feel all sorts of gazes coming from all directions—some envious, some jealous, and some simply curious.

"Brother Xuan, you're really an idol in our academy now." Huo Yuhao leaned closer with a mischievous grin. "When I got back yesterday, Dong'er was still nagging me, saying I shouldn't be as 'philanthropic' as her."

Before he could finish speaking, a slender hand pinched the soft flesh around his waist hard.

"Hiss—" Huo Yuhao gasped, turning around to meet Wang Dong'er's "kind" pink-blue eyes.

Zhou Xuan was too lazy to pay attention to the flirting between the two clowns.

Lunchtime, in the cafeteria.

As soon as Zhou Xuan sat down, Jiang Nannan naturally sat down opposite him with her tray.

A moment later, Xiao Xiao also came over with her lunch, hesitantly stopping not far from their table, looking somewhat at a loss.

Jiang Nannan rolled her eyes, amused. "What are you afraid of? Come and sit down."

Xiao Xiao smiled and sat down next to Zhou Xuan, just like Jiang Nannan. Although Jiang Nannan had said those things to her yesterday, that was just her personality, and it wouldn't be easy to change it in a short time.

This went on for several days.

Zhou Xuan was caught in the middle, and what started as a headache gradually turned into a habit.

Xiao Xiao, too, is gradually changing under this relationship dynamic, becoming increasingly bold.

Everything is moving toward a delicate balance.

Time flies, the years are like a shuttle.

Two years passed quietly in a peaceful and fulfilling life of cultivation.

Zhou Xuan's soul power had long since reached level sixty, but he had not yet obtained a soul ring because he was preparing to condense one himself, something he had planned long ago.

However, this process cannot be rushed, because it not only requires the formation of a soul ring on its own, but also the true integration of the broken Feng Hou Qi Men formation into its body. Ma Xiaotao's evil fire has not been completely refined yet, so Zhou Xuan cannot rely on her for the time being and can only find a way on his own.

Meanwhile, Huo Yuhao and Wang Dong'er, this divine couple, have made rapid progress in their strength. Huo Yuhao is currently unaware of Wang Dong'er's supposed illness from the original story, perhaps because of himself. Many things have changed completely from the original narrative. (End of Chapter)