Dinner was unimaginably sumptuous.
When everyone arrived at Dorm 233, they almost started drooling before they even stepped through the door.
Upon entering the dining room, their eyes widened even further.
Dozens of dishes were laid out on a round table, practically half of a Manchu-Han Imperial Feast!
Copico swallowed hard and said, “Isn't this a bit too sumptuous?!”
Zhang Ye smiled and said, “It's to celebrate little Xi Ya's grand victory, and also to celebrate Class One's opening triumph. Plus, it'll help you nourish your body.”
Hearing this, a warm feeling welled up in Copico's heart. Overwhelmed with emotion, he lunged straight toward Zhang Ye.
“Brother Ye, if you don't mind, this little brother is willing to offer himself to you in marriage!”
Zhang Ye replied with a look of horror, “Go away! I absolutely mind!”
“I don't care! From now on, you're my big brother—my boss!”
Hearing this, everyone burst into laughter. Even Renomon sighed with feeling, “If I were a girl, I'd definitely fall in love with Brother Ye too.”
Beside him, Samanra nodded in silent agreement.
Zhang Ye shuddered at their words and quickly changed the subject. “The chicken soup is still simmering. Brother-in-law, help me control the fire. Samanra, help me slice the Thunderbolt Dates.”
Renomon and Samanra immediately nodded and set to work.
Seeing this, the others wanted to help out too.
“Brother Ye, what about me? What about me?” Lina asked, pointing to herself.
Xi Ya's small face also flushed slightly as she whispered, “I... I want to help too, if you don't mind...”
Zhang Ye smiled and replied, “Alright then. Lina, you and Xi Ya wrap the dumplings together.”
“On it!” Lina immediately took little Xi Ya to wrap dumplings.
“Sabiba and Sacra, squeeze some fruit juice.”
“No problem!” Sabiba and Sacra also immediately got to work.
“What about me?” Copico asked.
“As an injured patient, you should just sit and rest,” Zhang Ye laughed.
“How could I do that? I can't just sit around while everyone else is busy,” Copico protested.
“Then... you can set the table.”
“You got it!”
Just then, the doorbell rang. When Zhang Ye opened the door, he saw Talia and Paige. Both had been invited by him, and since they had run into each other on the way, they had come together.
Talia had brought some local specialties—Rock Lychees, which could serve as dessert.
Paige, on the other hand, had brought some musical vegetables, perfect for making a salad!
Nan watched all of this before silently walking up to Zhang Ye, staring at him... and staring...
Zhang Ye felt a bit unnerved by the gaze, but he also found it amusing.
This tsundere Nan wanted to help but was too embarrassed to say it.
So, Zhang Ye cleared his throat and said, “A-Nan, could you help me debone the roasted pig?”
Nan nodded, picked up the roasted pig, grabbed a knife, and walked toward the backyard. A moment later, the backyard lit up with flashes of lightning.
Zhang Ye swallowed hard. Using an ultimate move just to debone a pig... as expected of A-Nan!
Suddenly, the doorbell rang again. This time, Zhang Ye didn't even need to think to know who it was and rushed to open the door.
Sure enough, the moment he opened the door, he saw the beautiful lioness standing there.
“Big Nana!” Zhang Ye beamed with joy. “Hurry inside!”
Leona curved her red lips, reaching out to ruffle Zhang Ye's hair. She smiled and said, “Such a grand setup. I could smell the aroma from miles away. Anyone who didn't know better would think it's New Year's.”
Zhang Ye laughed heartily.
Soon, with everyone working together, the delicious feast was ready!
Time to dig in!
This meal was the most satisfying one everyone had ever had from the bottom of their hearts. It wasn't just the satisfaction from the delicious and diverse dishes, but also the warmth and happiness overflowing around the dining table.
Even Bolabo, Labella, Tei Tei, and her babies weren't left out; Zhang Ye had prepared a sumptuous feast for them as well.
The entirety of Dorm 233 truly felt like it was celebrating the New Year.
Having eaten and drunk their fill, everyone chatted in the living room while eating fruit salad.
Good grief, those Rock Lychees were incredibly hard. Without the strength of a Tier Seven, one couldn't even crack them open, leaving little Xi Ya to watch longingly.
Seeing this, Zhang Ye peeled a few large lychees for her. The girl was so moved that her eyes turned red.
There was also the musical salad. Biting into different vegetables produced different sounds, and Zhang Ye actually managed to eat his way through a whole song, earning sighs of admiration from everyone.
“You can take the exam to become a magic researcher after the Monthly Test. Are you guys going to take it?” Samanra suddenly asked.
“Yes!” Lina said immediately. “I want to be like Brother Ye too!”
“I want to try taking it too. What if I pass?” Copico chuckled.
Renomon scratched his head. “Count me out. I can't memorize that kind of stuff.”
Everyone laughed, then looked at Zhang Ye. “Brother Ye, how did you pass the exam?”
Hearing this, Zhang Ye replied with a look of pure innocence, “Exam? You have to take an exam for that?”
Everyone: “...”
Your name is actually Zhang Versailles Ye, isn't it?
“I'll ask around for you guys later, but let's make one thing clear: I won't help you cheat,” Zhang Ye said.
Everyone nodded. “Don't worry, we wouldn't do something like that!”
Everyone present was a genius, with their own pride and bottom lines.
As night fell, everyone began to head back.
“Goodbye, Brother Ye,” Xi Ya waved obediently, then turned and ran toward her dorm.
Zhang Ye watched her and sighed softly.
This girl was still too insecure. He had to guide her slowly to help her build confidence. Otherwise, it would be difficult for someone so insecure to become a true powerhouse.
Beside him, Leona leaned against his shoulder and asked, “Where did you kidnap this little girl from?”
“Pfft...” Zhang Ye choked and said, “What do you mean, kidnap? You make me sound like some sketchy uncle...”
Leona smiled. She naturally knew Zhang Ye wasn't that kind of person. She rubbed his head, her voice drifting over softly.
“Little Ye'er.”
“Hmm?”
“Hurry up and get stronger, okay?”
Zhang Ye turned to look at Leona. Seeing her gentle expression and the slight ripple in her eyes, a fire instantly ignited in his heart.
“Don't worry, I'll become strong very quickly!”
“I won't make you wait too long!”
Zhang Ye said solemnly.
Leona grinned, wrapping an arm around his neck and planting a kiss on his cheek.
“I believe you.”
With that, Leona soared into the air, flying away as swiftly as a flaming meteor.
Zhang Ye gently touched his cheek, where her warmth still lingered, a faint fragrance brushing past his nose.
“Woohoo!” Zhang Ye leaped 36.6 meters into the air, happily returning to the dorm. With a wave of his hand, he called out,
“A-Nan, let's cultivate!”
Seeing how full of energy he was, Nan didn't even need to think to know what this guy had been doing outside.
He must have been kissed by Leona again.
He pursed his lips, then followed Zhang Ye into the room, got onto the bed... and cultivated!
...
The next day, the Monthly Test continued!
Zhang Ye kept his eyes locked on Gajeel like a hawk.
Although Nan had already taught Gajeel a lesson, Zhang Ye still felt he had to do it himself.
Unfortunately, for some unknown reason, today was just like yesterday—he simply couldn't get matched up with Gajeel no matter what.
The same went for Gajeel. Knowing he was no match for Nan, he only wanted to fight Zhang Ye.
Yet, he just couldn't cross paths with Zhang Ye.
Consequently, he could only take his anger out on others. It was fine if his opponents were from Class Two, but if they were from Class One, they would basically end up severely injured!
This made Zhang Ye burn with rage, growing increasingly impatient to face him.
When it came time to advance to the top six, Zhang Ye drew a bye, and Gajeel's opponent was none other than Nan!
Zhang Ye immediately urged Nan, “Beat him up severely for me again!”
Gajeel's perception wasn't poor, so he naturally heard every word clearly, nearly charging over to throw a punch in his fury.
Watching Nan nod and leap onto the arena with a murderous aura, Gajeel's heart skipped a beat, and his hatred for Zhang Ye grew even deeper.
Don't let me run into you, or I'll definitely tear you apart!
And then, he was knocked unconscious by Nan...
This was the second time.
At the moment he was being cut down and forced into retreat by Nan, he mentally cursed Zhang Ye's entire family tree from top to bottom.
In the end, Gajeel was eliminated from the top six, and today's first place went to Nan.
This was because Zhang Ye had promised Nan that since Nan had conceded last time, he would concede this time.
But Nan wouldn't accept that easily. Since he had been forced to concede last time while Zhang Ye was conceding voluntarily, he felt he was still at a disadvantage. Thus, he insisted on fighting Zhang Ye. Catching Zhang Ye off guard, he locked him in a Thunderous Armbar, forcing Zhang Ye to frantically tap the floor and howl in surrender.
Only then was Nan satisfied.
...
...
Rate on N.U.
