Dragon Raja: Lu Mingfei, let them live with regrets for the rest of their lives.

Word of Power. Serpent of the Vacuum, Sequence 37. For the caster, it means releasing the glittering serpent stored deep in the mind to act as a messenger and help them explore the surrounding environment.

As an offensive form of incantation, it is equivalent to nothing.

However, it is very useful as a supplementary investigation.

From Ye Sheng, Chu Zihang learned that the words of power of most hybrids only play a supporting role; in fighting opponents, it's not as useful as having a lump of iron in hand.

"Senior Sister Aki, what is your Word of Power?" Chu Zihang asked.

Since passing the interview and attending the first class of the semester, becoming a student at Kassel College was already a certainty, Chu Zihang used respectful terms for Ye Sheng and Jiu Deyaji in advance.

“My Word of Power is Vortex, a power that can control the flow of water, but it can’t compare to my…” Shudeya said, as if he was thinking of someone but didn’t say it. He then changed the subject and continued, “However, the conditions for releasing Vortex are that my body and Ye Sheng’s body remain still and our consciousness is concentrated, just like mine.”

This is also why, during the battle between Shudeya and the Serpent Dead, despite the heavy rain and the environmental advantage, they did not use their Word of Power.

It's pretty useless.

"I don't even know what my Word of Power is," Chu Zihang muttered to himself.

He knew that his bloodline was B-grade, the same as Ye Sheng and Jiu Deyaji, while Lu Mingfei was S-grade.

The difference is enormous.

So, after going to Kassel College, I have to work even harder to catch up with Lu Mingfei, otherwise I'll end up being the one being protected again.

“I remember it’s almost time for the Chinese college entrance exam. After the exam, when you come to the academy, there’s a special place to test students’ verbal abilities,” Shuto Aki said softly. “You’ll find out then.”

Chu Zihang nodded.

However, given his B-grade bloodline, his incantation abilities are probably not very strong.

"Senior Sister Aki, do you know about Mingfei's Word of Power?" Chu Zihang asked again.

"Lu Mingfei doesn't seem to have awakened his Word of Power yet. However, with his bloodline, his Word of Power will definitely be strong. There aren't many S-rank hybrids in the academy; the principal and vice-principal are two of them."

The Principal's Word of Power is Time Zero, Sequence 84. The Vice Principal's Word of Power is Discipline, Sequence 106.

"As far as I know, the Precepts are already the highest-ranking Word of Power the academy possesses," said Jiu Deya. "Which Word of Power on the periodic table will Lu Mingfei be? It certainly intrigues and evokes longing."

At that moment, Ye Sheng reacted; he suddenly covered his eyes and groaned. Shudeya was startled and rushed over to check on him.

"Watch out! I've been spotted!" Ye Sheng said in a low voice, enduring the sharp pain in his eyes, "It's a man dressed as the McDonald's clown!"

Shudeya was shocked. She and Chu Zihang had been chatting and laughing, completely unaware that a clown was hiding next to them.

If the other party takes advantage of this opportunity... the consequences could be dire.

"He ran away after I discovered him."

Ye Sheng, having adjusted to the burning sensation in his eyes, slightly opened them and spoke.

The Vacuum Serpent is essentially an electromagnetic signal. After Ye Sheng "saw" Mr. Clown, Mr. Clown suddenly emitted a strong magnetic field, which directly disrupted the Vacuum Serpent, stinging Ye Sheng's "eyes" and causing temporary blindness.

"Should we go after them?" Chu Zihang asked.

“We’re probably no match for Lu Mingfei,” Ye Sheng said. “I’ve memorized the McDonald’s clown’s physical characteristics. Norma will be monitoring the entire city from now on; he won’t be able to escape.”

Chu Zihang hummed in agreement.

Then the problem is coming.

Where is Lu Mingfei?

……

Seaside resort.

Lu Mingfei, Chen Wenwen, and Liu Miaomiao agreed to meet under a large sycamore tree at the entrance.

Taking into account the need for "work-rest balance," Lu Mingfei only brought a change of clothes and did not bring the exam papers.

He was dressed casually today, in a short-sleeved shirt and shorts, revealing his well-defined and strong forearms and calves. He had a tall and straight figure, and from behind, he looked completely different from before.

[Senior, I won't save you lunch. Have fun!]

Lu Mingfei recalled what Xia Mi had said before she left for work that morning.

Xia Mi said she found a temporary job today and wasn't home all day.

Lu Mingfei also forgot to ask what kind of job Master Xia had found, but guessed it was handing out flyers.

Even though she already has tutoring subsidies... it seems Xia Mi still really needs money.

Lu Mingfei thought to himself.

He was also short of money.

It's time to find a way to make money.

As for my aunt... I heard from the lawyer that she's started divorce proceedings with her husband in order to delay paying child support expenses.

Ugh.

As expected of you, Auntie!

As Lu Mingfei's thoughts raced, two girls, Chen Wenwen and Liu Miaomiao, came into view, and his eyes lit up.

Today, Chen Wenwen tied her black hair into a smooth low ponytail and wore a beige wide-brimmed sun hat.

She wore a light-colored cotton short-sleeved top paired with loose-fitting, thin shorts in the same color, revealing her even and slender legs, and her skin looked radiant and glowing in the seaside sunlight.

She was wearing a pair of flat sandals, and the delicate lines of her instep were particularly beautiful.

Chen Wenwen was just an ordinary person like most of the other tourists who came to the resort, but her beautiful face and graceful figure were unforgettable, and she wondered which boy would be lucky enough to have her.

Liu Miaomiao's style of dressing is slightly different from Chen Wenwen's.

Her hair was loosely tied up in a half-updo, and she wore a light mint-colored square-neck cotton-linen top paired with a tulle skirt.

She also wore a string of seashell beads on her wrist, which made her look soft and relaxed, with a unique seaside charm.

Lu Mingfei noticed that Liu Miaomiao was wearing a pair of crisscross strap sandals, with delicate straps crisscrossing and wrapping around the instep, revealing her neat and delicate toes.

The white soles of her feet have smooth, elegant lines, giving them a refreshing look.

Liu Miaomiao's nickname is "Little Piano Beauty," from which we can glean three pieces of information: piano, little, and beauty.

The term "little beauty" can be broken down and analyzed.

Liu Miaomiao's face still retained a touch of her soft, cute, and childlike appearance.

Low emotional intelligence, a naive young girl.

High emotional intelligence, and a natural beauty.

Lu Mingfei thought of Liu Miaomiao, who was in the first year of junior high school in the script. Compared to her, she had grown up and was developing normally.

Unlike some shrimp, this one seems to be lacking in nutrition.

In short, Lu Mingfei was somewhat surprised by Liu Miaomiao's mature appearance. He looked away and said to the two of them, "Let's go in."

Chen Wenwen nodded slightly and walked side by side with Lu Mingfei, while Liu Miaomiao deliberately lagged behind to observe the two of them.

To reiterate, Liu Miaomiao didn't want to come because Lu Mingfei would also be there; she felt it was more worthwhile to practice piano on the weekend.

Moreover, Liu Miaomiao knew that Chen Wenwen had told her parents that it was just the two of them, without mentioning Lu Mingfei's existence at all.

Liu Miaomiao also had to bite the bullet and lie to her parents.

There was nothing she could do; Liu Miaomiao was kind-hearted and couldn't refuse Chen Wenwen's request, yet she was also worried and concerned that Chen Wenwen might do something foolish.

However, Chen Wenwen's mental state is much better today. Maybe she's... overthinking things?

Then I'll try my best to be invisible, a third wheel, and as insignificant as air.

Liu Miaomiao thought to herself that she would leave the space to Chen Wenwen and Lu Mingfei later.

She went on a solo trip and did some research on the resort, and found that some people mentioned that mermaids were said to exist there.

No matter how crazy Lu Mingfei and Chen Wenwen are, they would never do it in public... Well, she needs to keep a close eye on them when they're sleeping at night.

Disciplinary Committee member Liu Miaomiao reports for duty!

We must prevent any behavior that goes beyond the bounds of friendship between classmates!

On the other side, Chen Wenwen was talking to Lu Mingfei, her heart pounding.

……

Chapter 74 Chen Wenwen: "I will keep watching you."

"I heard there will be an open-air movie and a bonfire party tonight," Chen Wenwen said casually, her gaze fixed ahead, her shoulder hovering near the boy beside her.

"What movie are they showing?" Lu Mingfei asked curiously.

Chen Wenwen shook her head, her eyes flickering slightly: "I don't know. Let's go take a look tonight."

"Okay. Where's Liu Miaomiao?" Lu Mingfei turned his head and saw Liu Miaomiao with her hands behind her back, walking lightly, looking as if she was lost in thought.

"You called me?" Liu Miaomiao snapped out of her daze, a puzzled expression on her face.

"It's alright. You go ahead with your work."

Next, the three of them went to the resort homestay they had booked in advance to check in, register their information, get their room keys, and go upstairs to put down their backpacks.

Naturally, there are three rooms, not one.

Otherwise, a gentleman like Lu Mingfei would never dare to come, fearing he'd be tricked into a trap. Boys must also learn to protect themselves when they're out and about.

After getting ready, the group didn't make any plans and simply strolled towards the beach, the sea breeze carrying a faint salty taste.

The resort boasts a natural, gentle beach with safe waters free of sharks. The nearshore area is shallow, making it perfect for swimming and wading.

However... Lu Mingfei is a landlubber and has no intention of going into the water; he just wants to take a walk.

This disappointed Chen Wenwen, as it seemed she wouldn't need the swimsuit she had prepared.

The three of them wandered around and visited the landmark Conch Tower, so the trip wasn't a complete waste.

"Wow, there seem to be a lot of little crabs over there. I'll go take a look." Liu Miaomiao pointed in a direction and ran off without waiting for Lu Mingfei and Chen Wenwen's reply.

Lu Mingfei and Chen Wenwen exchanged a glance, remaining silent.

That's way too obvious.

At the same time, a black Rolls-Royce came to a steady stop at the entrance of the resort.