CHAPTER 99: CHAPTER 99: QUACK QUACK QUACK QUACK QUACK

"You all look like top-notch experts from the martial arts world; listen, these moves are so... so visually appealing. Of course, if you could inject a bit more passion when using the moves, that would be even better."

Xie Qingci turned to look at her, seemingly curious, "How does one define ’passion’?"

"Both expressions and actions need to follow suit; either you’re the cool, stoic kind that remains immovable as a mountain, or you’re furious at injustice... Anyway, your expressions aren’t lively enough, and your tone lacks forcefulness. How about this, I’ll take you to find Wei Yaoyao."

When it comes to singing and dancing on stage, Wei Yaoyao might not beat the two of them, but when it comes to letting loose and playing games, no one currently beats Wei Yaoyao.

Xie Qingci immediately nodded, "Sure."

Song Xi seemed a bit hesitant.

He also realized something was off, as he seemed overly focused on Yu Xia, which wasn’t a good thing for him.

But he didn’t refuse.

Many chaotic thoughts bubbled up in his mind; although he couldn’t sort them out one by one, he knew each was arguing for him to continue traveling with them.

Ultimately, he followed along.

With three people walking, there’s bound to be some peculiarities.

Yu Xia casually chatted with them about random topics, occasionally glancing at Song Xi — although most of these glances were blocked by Xie Qingci.

She was pondering how to talk to Song Xi today.

What happened on Monday couldn’t be ignored; since she knew Song Xi wanted to blackmail her, she believed it was better to strike first rather than play dumb and wait for him to act.

As for how to strike first, she needed to think about it. The measure must be precise, otherwise, failing to resolve this issue could lead to another.

For instance... Xie Qingci’s frosty gaze made her shiver.

Yu Xia coughed softly, her gaze wandered as she deliberately avoided looking at him.

"By the way, did you see others fighting before you came over?"

Xie Qingci’s voice was indifferent, "No."

Song Xi suddenly chuckled, bypassed Xie Qingci, and briefly exchanged glances with her, elaborating, "We saw Teacher He Mingjie and Sister Shu Ran, but we were too far away to hear clearly, and we were afraid they’d notice us, so we didn’t dare get closer."

"Oh, those two," she contemplated, "That means everyone should have gone through at least one challenge by now. Although you won’t know the exact level of others’ moves during a challenge, if you challenge often enough, you can roughly rank these moves."

This makes it much simpler; know yourself and your opponent, and you’ll be victorious in every battle.

However, for this ranking, more challenge results need to be understood; gossiping alone won’t suffice.

"Do you two want to form an alliance with me?"

Xie Qingci hit the nail on the head, "Is Sister Yu Xia looking for some errand boys?"

"...Of course not!" she corrected herself, denying, "This is a mutually beneficial matter! We are passionate youths gathered for the same goal!"

Xie Qingci: Blow, I just hear you blow.

His eyes turned cold, clearly displeased with her including Song Xi in the scope of "we."

However, Yu Xia had touched upon a good method to resolve the matter with Song Xi, unshakably deciding to include Song Xi.

Seeing Song Xi nodding politely in agreement, she smiled with narrowed eyes.

— Before the camera, chatting and laughing with Song Xi would certainly make netizens discuss more about her rumored romance with Song Xi, as many are already shipping them as a couple.

This way, won’t Xie Qingci be protected?

Ah, she truly is a good emperor, using all means to make others her concubine as a shield, ensuring her truly beloved consort’s safety.

She was almost moved to tears by herself.

Thus, her gaze towards Song Xi became increasingly peculiar.

Xie Qingci grew colder and colder.

Song Xi felt increasingly cheerful.

Maintaining a bizarre atmosphere, the trio walked several hundred meters more, hearing noises from the small garden ahead.

Faintly, it sounded like Wei Yaoyao was speaking.

Getting closer, it was indeed Wei Yaoyao, and he had confronted Chi Qiao.

They found an excellent spot to watch, Yu Xia put her finger to her lips and uttered a "shh," quietly saying:

"Watch and learn, ready-made materials are here."

Xie Qingci was not amused.

Among the three, only she was wholeheartedly focused on spectating, while the other two were out of sync, one on each side of her, looking forward but not at all concerned about Wei Yaoyao.

Each had their own thoughts, unknown to one another.

But her, she was like a wealthy lord watching cricket fights attentively, fixedly staring at Wei Yaoyao and Chi Qiao.

Chi Qiao was seen striking a Tai Chi Bagua Palm pose, beckoning Wei Yaoyao, "If you’ve got the guts, come and take my move!"

Wei Yaoyao flailed his hands about recklessly, hitting himself who knows how many times before finally striking a Mantis Fist pose, nodding his head, "Here I come, who’s afraid of who? Take my old mantis move—’excuse me!’"

This powerful English was pronounced with such rhythmic ups and downs, that the "cuse" was almost sung to the hills, Wei Yaoyao’s mouth turned into an underbite.

Such a signature move clearly startled Chi Qiao.

He shook laughingly while stepping aside, intermittently continuing, "You actually... pfft, you actually used that move! I suppose... I have no choice but to use the true technique of the Chi Family Army, ha! Watch my move!"

"Gah, gah, gah, gah~ gah!"

...This move was truly astounding, in that instant, Yu Xia felt as if a cluster of enlightened ducks surrounded her, ducks holding a village meeting, and when the village head duck got excited, it might sound just like this; from this sound, she heard the beauty and prosperity of the society.

She admitted some of it was exaggeration, but her mouth gaped open for several seconds, failing to find suitable words to comment further.

Eventually, apart from burying her head in laughter, there was no other way.

Having laughed enough, she earnestly instructed Xie Qingci and Song Xi: "Did you see that? This is the true battlefield, the kind that kills without blood; danger lurks everywhere in the martial arts world!"

Xie Qingci: "..."

Song Xi: "..."

Both wore identical expressions of disdain.

After the show was over, Yu Xia jumped out, openly watching the two’s match results.

The staff announced, "Chi Qiao wins, Wei Yaoyao leaves the level and awaits."

Wei Yaoyao was incredulous.

"Huh? He just uttered ’gah, gah, gah’ and that surpassed my move? What’s the level of that move?"

Staff member: "We won’t disclose the specific level to everyone."

"I don’t believe it! What if you’re cheating?"

The staff said indifferently, "Wei Yaoyao questioned the fairness of the sacred judge, yellow card warning."

Wei Yaoyao: "!"

Chi Qiao was happy though, and seeing the other three come over, enthusiastically said he wanted to challenge Yu Xia.

Yu Xia happily accepted.

But before the challenge, she asked, "What’s your secret manual?"

Chi Qiao kept mum, "No comment. It’s a secret."

Yu Xia: "Let me guess, is it called ’The Life of Duck O’ Heaven of Duck Village Revitalization’? Or ’Rebirth of Ultimate Good Duck – I Gah-ed’?"

Chi Qiao: "......"