If you want to survive after transmigrating, become the male protagonist's new mother.

That night, Pei Yuening locked herself in her room and did nothing but concentrate on studying the two magic diamond storage rings.

The Royal Diamond was a gift from Luo Ren, and the Cushion Diamond was a gift from Ye Jiyun.

So here's the question.

Whose is it?

Although Pei Yuening really wanted to wear them all to show off her large breasts, the rules of the Three Schools Cup didn't allow it.

Perhaps this is the trouble of being rich.

Pei Yuening sat at the table, staring at the two rings for a long time.

Suddenly, a brilliant idea struck him.

He took off the ring on his left hand, carefully aligned it with the ring face on his right hand, and gently pushed it on—

The ring disappeared.

Pei Yuening paused for a moment, then reached into the ring on her right hand.

Sure enough, the royal diamond ring had been properly stored away.

"…Holy crap," he couldn't help but mutter under his breath, "They really do nesting dolls."

So let's just have Brother Dai give it to us, otherwise it'll be hard to explain if he sees it later.

Anyway, you can just coax your husband.

After finishing with the ring, he began to carefully pack his things.

In addition to the tent provided by Ye Jiyun, he also brought a change of clothes, toiletries, and various emergency items.

After stuffing a bunch of random things into the kitchen, Pei Yuening stood up, slipped on her slippers, and trudged into the kitchen.

Eating is the most important thing.

He first took an empty storage box and filled it with his frequently used bottles and jars.

Soybean paste, vinegar, sesame oil, salt... and so on, were all stuffed in.

Whether we need it or not, we'll take it first.

What if I suddenly crave it?

Pots and knives are also essential.

Pei Yuening thought for a moment.

Four people, five days and four nights, using materials found locally.

That should be enough.

Finally, the kitchen was completely looted.

But Pei Yuening still had a conscience and had already left enough food reserves for Gao Gao and the others.

He prepared a lot of pre-made dishes so that the chef could just heat them up and they could eat them later.

If all else fails, there are always the xiaolongbao (soup dumplings) I made before, which can be a nice change of pace every now and then.

Accommodation has been arranged.

The older brother had to be on duty the night before, so Luo Ren would take them back to the Duke's mansion.

I would sleep with him at night, and then go to the stadium the next day to replace my brother, and so on.

Although it sounds a bit pitiful, Gao Gao and the others were actually quite excited.

Since Philo is back, and Little Wind Wolf is there too, they have another playmate.

The night before the match, Pei Yuening did a final check on the ring.

Everything he needed for living and daily life was provided; he couldn't remember anything else.

"Alright," Pei Yuening stretched, "Done."

Before we knew it, it was time for the Three Schools Cup. The streets near the Holy Academy were filled with all sorts of food stalls and souvenir booths.

A band floated in mid-air, playing a cheerful and grand melody that almost drowned out human voices.

The stands were packed with people, including representatives and their entourages from the three countries, as well as a large number of nobles and commoners who had come from all over the empire to watch the spectacle.

Because we've all heard some things about the ancient dragons.

The referee's stand was set up directly in front of the grandstand, with a row of seats reserved on each side.

Qin Shuxing sat at the head of the table, indulging in a hearty meal, while Lin Yun sat below him.

There's also Xin Tong, and Luo Ren in his crisp military uniform.

Ye Jiyun held the snowball, still wearing a forced smile.

Not long after, the representatives of the Kingdom of Seres arrived.

He was followed by only a young attendant, and the two bowed slightly towards the referee's table before taking their seats.

Lin Yun stood up from his chair and returned the greeting with a half-bow.

The posture wasn't exactly formal, but it was respectable enough for the occasion.

"You've come all this way, you must be tired," Lin Yun said.

The middle-aged man smiled slightly: "Thank you for your consideration. The imperial grandeur is indeed magnificent."

The two exchanged a glance, nodded to each other, and took their seats.

Qin Shuxing took it all for granted, acting as a hands-off manager, only sitting up straight and exchanging pleasantries when she occasionally needed him.

Lin Yun rolled his eyes.

Immediately afterwards, another series of footsteps came from the entrance.

Qin Shuxing paused in her act of cracking sunflower seeds.

They are from Rekeaea.

Leading the way was a newly conferred male duke whom Qin Shuxing had never seen before and did not recognize.

He paused for a moment before taking his seat, his gaze quickly sweeping over the referee's table, then nodded slightly and sat down.

There were no pleasantries, no eye contact.

His posture was impeccably respectful, yet he exuded a perfectly measured aloofness.

Lin Yun returned the greeting as always.

Luo Ren didn't care. His face remained expressionless, but his gaze was fixed on the direction of the contestants' entrance below.

Pei Yuening was there. He was holding Juanjuan and excitedly chatting with Ryan.

But what they were looking at was the delegation from the Kingdom of Seres.

"Ryan Ryan...look!" Pei Yuening whispered in his ear.

"Um?"

Following the direction he pointed, Ryan immediately spotted the four elegantly dressed figures.

They all had gentle faces and soft features, with their black hair tied back with only a wooden hairpin.

The four people had no extra adornments, yet they exuded an inexplicable dignity in their every gesture.

Pei Yuening couldn't help but chuckle.

He knew that their hometown was not the country he was familiar with.

But in this other world, only they are closest to that indescribable feeling.

Every part of them exuded an aura that was both familiar and distant to him, belonging to another memory.

"...It looks good," he said softly.

Lin Huaijin raised an eyebrow: "Your aesthetic sense is quite Eastern."

"Don't you find that simple and elegant feel comfortable?" Pei Yuening said, "Unlike the dresses here, which seem to want to be studded with every jewel."

Lin Huaijin chuckled: "You're right. If you ever switch careers and become a tailor in Seres, remember to leave me a sample."

"Get lost!"

Pei Yuening retorted, but out of the corner of her eye she caught a gaze.

On the referee's stand, Luo Ren was looking at him with his lips pursed.

His face was expressionless, his gaze fixed across half the arena, unwavering and unblinking.

Pei Yuening's mind went blank for 0.3 seconds.

Then his face slowly turned red, starting from the base of his neck.

"Oh~" Egg's voice came from above, long and drawn out.

Juanjuan: "Ew~"

Gao Gao: "Ugh—"

Pei Yuening: "..."

He took a deep breath, turned his back, and showed Luo Ren his back.

Why are you being so jealous!

Just then, outside the contestants' queue, Claude had somehow walked up to them.

He was dressed in a well-tailored hunting outfit today, his pace neither hurried nor slow, but his goal was extremely clear.

He walked to a spot two steps to Ryan's left and stopped, tilting his head slightly, the curve of his lips just right.

"Ryan," he said, placing his hand on his chest and leaning slightly forward, "it's been a long time."

"..." Ryan didn't want to talk to him, but out of courtesy, he nodded slightly: "Your Highness Claude."

"During this time of training alone, I've thought about our last conversation every day." Claude's smile remained unchanged. "I hope Lord Ryan hasn't forgotten me."

"Well……"

Before Ryan could say anything, Ollie next to him turned red.

He took half a step forward, his fingers almost touching the scabbard.

At the crucial moment, Lin Huaijin stopped him: "Don't be impulsive."

"Fighting here is against the rules, can't you see that from the referee's stand?"

"He'd love for you to blow it up, so as not to put your father and His Majesty in a difficult position."

"..."

Ollie gritted his teeth, his gaze fixed on Claude's irritating face, and forcefully suppressed his anger.

Claude then turned around: "Lord Ollie is here too. My apologies."

"you--"

"Your Highness Claude." Pei Yuening stood in front of Ollie without making a sound.

The egg on his head opened its eyes, and Gao Gao stood with her hands on her hips, glaring at him through her nostrils.

Especially the curly ones.

It nestled obediently and quietly in Pei Yuening's arms, but in fact, a subtle but powerful aura had already begun to emanate from it.

Claude's smile froze.

Pei Yuening smiled and said, "The competition is about to begin. Please go back."

"Alright, Young Master Pei." Claude wisely took a half step back, stepping aside to make way. "See you at the arena."

he's gone.

Gao Gao folded her wings and whispered in Pei Yuening's ear, "Master, who's that idiot?"

"Children shouldn't swear!"

Gao Gao smiled apologetically, "Oh, okay, okay."

Pei Yuening sighed, "He is the heir apparent of the Prince of Rekeaia. I don't know what's gotten into him. He kept harassing Ryan a few days ago."

"Huh? Like Brother Huaijin, a prince's heir?"

"It's not that impressive. Your brother Huaijin is the heir apparent of the empire, and Rekea is much more classy."

Lin Huaijin, who was listening nearby, was so engrossed that his veins were throbbing.

"...Could you masters and servants chat a little behind the backs of the people involved?"

Ryan burst out laughing.

"Hahaha, okay, okay." Pei Yuening said, patting Gao Gao and Dan Dan's heads. "Alright, it's almost time. Go find your brother at the referee's table."

"Oh... alright then." Gao Gao reluctantly hugged Pei Yuening's face and kissed him. "Then Master, please be careful. We'll meet you at the entrance of the secret realm!"

Egg jumped off his head: "Stay alive, or I'll starve to death."

"...Okay, okay, go ahead."

"Okay!"

Gao Gao flew away, clutching the egg.

The contestants' queue began to move.

The light curtain at the entrance has been fully opened, revealing only a passage covered by vines and moss.

A damp scent filled the air, and faint animal cries could be heard nearby.

Finally, the academy bell rang.

Qi Zhiyue's voice came from the amplification array: "All contestants, please prepare, the Three Schools Cup is about to begin."

"The competition will be held in the Kara Rainforest for five days and four nights, and will use a points-based system."

"The team that kills the most monsters within five days wins."

"The rules are reiterated: each participant is only allowed two items. Anyone exceeding this limit will be disqualified."

"Special referees will monitor your condition at all times to ensure your safety."

"Now—the players enter the arena."