Douluo Continent: Getting Stronger After Heartbreak

Chapter 29 Go with Brother Xue

"The number one trainee group is..."

Tang Yuehua's gaze swept over the uneasy Ning Rongrong and Xue Ke, and a faint smile slowly appeared on her lips.

She then stepped forward, stood between Qin Jian and Xue Qinghe, and said, "The first place will be decided in these two groups."

"Oh dear..."

The trainees and audience members, who were so flustered by her behavior that they dared not even breathe, immediately began to complain.

"Teacher Yue, we know that the first place will definitely be between those two groups, but the key question is, which one?"

"That's right, Ms. Yue, just tell me directly!"

"..."

Not only were the students offering their opinions, but even Emperor Xueye, Ning Fengzhi, and others were somewhat amused and exasperated. Although they wouldn't care too much about such things given their status, their interest had been completely piqued...

Seeing the enthusiastic crowd, Tang Yuehua chuckled and said, "The Crown Prince and Princess performed exceptionally well this time. Both the stage setup and the quality of the backup dancers greatly enhanced the performance..."

As soon as she said this, everyone looked at Xue Qinghe and Xue Ke.

Could it be that the two of them are actually number one?

Many people in the audience frowned.

Although they acknowledged that Xue Qinghe and Xue Kedao's performance was impeccable and indeed excellent, in terms of being truly impactful, they were far inferior to the combination of Qin Jian and Ning Rongrong.

A look of delighted surprise had already begun to appear on Xue Ke's face, but Xue Qinghe remained calm: "Don't be too happy yet..."

Before she could finish speaking, Tang Yuehua changed the subject: "But if we're talking about the emotional impact of the performance, then they're far behind. As a teacher, I much admire Qin Jian and Ning Rongrong's graduation performance. In my heart, they are undoubtedly number one!"

Xue Ke's joyful expression vanished, but enthusiastic applause erupted throughout the venue.

Ning Fengzhi and the others breathed a slight sigh of relief, as they had never expected that Tang Yuehua, who looked so noble, would be so unappetizing.

"Qin Jian, Qin Jian, we won! We won!"

Overjoyed, Ning Rongrong clung to Qin Jian, becoming increasingly indifferent to the opinions of others.

Since Xue Ke appeared, Ning Rongrong has inexplicably learned how to assert her dominance…

"This little girl is getting less and less reserved..."

Ning Fengzhi patted his cane, then glanced at Sword Douluo beside him and said, "Uncle Sword, I think that year's mimicry training didn't temper Rongrong's character, but rather found her a man..."

"This must be fate..."

That's all Sword Douluo can say.

Although he thought to himself, "Even without that year of closed training, Rongrong wouldn't have escaped... Fate, in other words, is destiny..."

The enthusiastic applause lasted for a long time.

"From now on, Qin Jian and Ning Rongrong will become my formal students and can come to Yuexuan to ask me questions at any time."

Tang Yuehua handed Qin Jian and Ning Rongrong each a dark silver name tag, once again drawing envious glances from the other students.

While this status might not mean much to Qin Jian and Ning Rongrong, it was a source of pride and honor for these noble children, something their families valued.

"Then, this graduation performance is now over. The rest of the time is now in Your Majesty's hands."

She bowed slightly in the direction of Emperor Xueye and slowly withdrew.

But everyone's gaze was still involuntarily drawn to her beautiful, noble, and charming figure, until Emperor Xueye stood in the center of the stage.

"Congratulations to the students who won first place! You guys are amazing, even I, at my age, am moved."

Emperor Xueye nodded slightly to Qin Jian and Ning Rongrong, then turned to the crowd below and said, "It is a rare occasion for everyone to gather here. The royal family has prepared a sumptuous banquet, and we hope that everyone can attend."

Then countless maids came in and began to guide the nobles toward the banquet.

"Qin Jian, I'll register you for the Heaven Dou Royal Academy's Soul Hunting Grounds. You can go there directly in a few days."

At this moment, Xue Qinghe stepped forward. She showed no sign of disappointment; instead, her eyes were fixed on Qin Jian, a hint of fervor flashing deep within them…

That moving performance touched not only the audience, but even her opponent was moved.

Qin Jian nodded and said, "Then thank you very much."

He then turned to look at Ning Rongrong, his eyes flashing with various emotions: "Let me do one last thing for you..."

At this moment, Ning Fengzhi walked up to Emperor Xueye and said, "Your Majesty, there are still matters to be dealt with within the sect, so I will not stay any longer."

Emperor Xueye naturally wouldn't stop him.

"Rongrong, Qin Jian, come home..."

Ning Fengzhi smiled warmly, then waited for his precious daughter to rush over to him as she always did…

"Dad, did I do well today?"

As a result, Ning Rongrong subconsciously took two steps forward, but stopped just as her left hand was free. She turned around and took Qin Jian's right hand again before walking over.

Ning Fengzhi's eyes twitched.

He felt like he had raised his precious daughter for ten years, only to have her run off into someone else's arms in just one or two years...

"Teacher, are you taking Rongrong and Little Brother Qin back to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School?"

Xue Qinghe's voice suddenly rang out.

Qin Jian couldn't help but glance at her.

When did the way you address someone evolve into "Little Brother Qin"...? You're the little brother... no, you don't even have that...

"It's Qinghe..." Ning Fengzhi smiled slightly.

Xue Qinghe bowed slightly and said, "Teacher, you can be absent from tonight's banquet, but our first-place winner cannot be absent."

She smiled and pointed at Qin Jian.

Ning Fengzhi was taken aback, then laughed and said, "Then let them stay and go home tomorrow."

Sword Douluo patted Qin Jian's head and then quietly gave him a thumbs up: "You did a great job with the performance. You didn't embarrass your teacher."

Qin Jian rolled his eyes slightly.

After Ning Fengzhi, Sword Douluo, and the others had all left, Xue Qinghe walked up with a smile and said, "I'll selfishly ask you to stay another night, so please don't be angry with me."

"Your Highness is too kind," Qin Jian said seriously.

Xue Qinghe shook his head helplessly and said, "Brother Qin, it's been half a year, why are you still so distant with me? Can't you just call me Brother Xue?"

It seems she'll make Tang San call her Brother Xue from now on...

Does this guy have some kind of peculiar fetish for being the boss?

"I dare not address His Highness the Crown Prince as a brother."

Qin Jian shook his head and took two steps back.

Then I casually used my first soul skill, and as expected, it had no effect...

"Haha, Brother Qin, you're too kind..."

Xue Qinghe walked forward with a loud laugh, and without saying a word, hooked her arm around Qin Jian's neck and walked out of the hall. Even Ning Rongrong was stunned and couldn't follow.

"Come on, let's go to the banquet with Brother Xue. I guarantee it will be tastier and more beautiful than what your Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School makes..."

(End of this chapter)