Chapter 106
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Volume 3 + Chapter 106: The Shameful Battlefield!
Tonight’s freshman social gathering was about to enter its final segment—
The grand dance.
Many of the new students at Laurel Academy had long heard about this event through various channels and had actively prepared for it, inviting suitable dance partners and practicing whenever possible.
A standout performance at the dance could significantly elevate one’s personal image—truly a game-changing opportunity.
Take last year’s Lia Schubert, for example.
At the freshman social, she stunned everyone with her brilliance, quickly becoming one of Laurel Academy’s top figures.
The more outstanding one’s image, the more others would be willing to engage with them—a potential windfall of social capital.
If there was a chance to compete, they had to seize it.
The competition had begun the moment they stepped into Laurel Academy.
Those participating in the dance moved toward the center of the venue, eagerly searching for the best spots.
Those who had no intention of joining retreated to the edges.
After some adjustments by the attendants, the center of the venue had transformed into a dance floor.
“I have to perform well this time. No pressure.”
“I want to surpass Lia and become the queen of the dance…”
“We don’t have the talent or family resources like others. This is our chance to turn things around.”
As Xia Yi walked toward the edge of the venue, she overheard the hushed conversations between the young men and women.
This place felt less like a dance floor and more like a battlefield.
Beneath the glamorous surface, the participants were under immense pressure.
But that has nothing to do with me.
This time, Xia Yi planned to stay on the sidelines and just watch.
Meanwhile, elsewhere—
Hidden in a corner, Yue Liu was secretly observing Xia Yi.
“Perfect. As expected, my rival still has no dance partner… Hehehe!”
Little Fox grinned.
Yes, she had a plan.
To thoroughly conquer her hated rival!
Not just in combat—but in every other aspect as well. She would dominate completely, pressing the Silver Dragon Princess beneath her!
She had already gathered intel.
Before the dance officially began, the emcee would leave a brief window for those without partners to make last-minute invitations.
It was during this moment that Little Fox would step forward—in front of everyone—and invite Xia Yi to be her dance partner.
She would take the lead role, forcing Xia Yi into the follower’s position, completely controlling her detested rival.
Yes, this was the Nine-Tailed Fox Princess’s Ultimate Rival Conquest Plan!
“Just wait, my rival. You’ll regret ever opposing me!” Yue Liu’s gaze locked onto Xia Yi.
But Yue Liu wasn’t the only one watching.
Elsewhere—
Lia was also observing Xia Yi in silence, waiting.
The lighting in the center of the venue shifted, dimming around the edges and focusing on the dance floor.
The emcee stepped into the spotlight, smiling under the crowd’s attention.
“Thank you all for attending tonight’s freshman social. Next up is our grand finale—the dance! Participants, please find your partners quickly.”
As the emcee announced, the music faded.
The participants, already in position, eagerly readied themselves.
Seeing that the timing was right, the emcee grinned.
“It seems some attendees still haven’t found their partners yet? Before the dance officially begins—would anyone like to make a last-minute invitation?”
It was time—the spontaneous invitation segment.
This was also the most entertaining part of the freshman social.
Because these impromptu invitations carried a hint of public confession.
Without prior notice, one would step forward, relying on charm or sheer boldness to persuade someone to be their partner.
Success would steal the spotlight, making them the talk of the night.
But failure? The risks were immense—becoming the subject of gossip, even social suicide.
In past years, the worst cases had even lost all romantic prospects for their entire time at Laurel Academy.
Because of this, most attendees wouldn’t dare take such a risk.
Even the highly sought-after student council president had secured his partner in advance.
Both participants and spectators buzzed with anticipation.
“It’s happening, it’s happening, it’s happening…!”
Yue Liu pumped herself up, inexplicably nervous.
I will conquer her! I will conquer her! I will conquer her!
With this mantra fueling her, Little Fox’s excitement peaked.
She was about to charge forward—
“Xia Yi, would you accept my invitation?”
Lia stepped in front of Xia Yi, disregarding the crowd, and extended her hand to the black-haired loli.
“My dance partner can only be you.”
“Eh…?”
Xia Yi froze.
What was happening?!
“This—this is…! Lia is acting differently from last year!”
“She’s actually inviting Xia Yi?! A personal invitation?!”
“And she’s outright declaring it has to be her—are the rumors true?!”
The atmosphere in the venue erupted. The two girls effortlessly stole everyone’s attention.
Seeing this, Yue Liu’s breathing grew ragged.
This was a scenario she hadn’t anticipated—she didn’t know how to react.
But if she just stood by, her rival would become someone else’s partner.
No…
No!
Absolutely not!!
Without thinking, she sprang into action, stepping in front of Xia Yi and blocking Lia.
“Lia Schubert!! Xia Yi is my dance partner! I won’t yield her to you!”
The venue fell silent for a few seconds—then exploded into chaos, the excitement nearly blowing the roof off.
“What’s happening?! Yue Liu is also inviting Xia Yi?!”
“What kind of legendary love triangle is this?!”
“They’re fighting over Xia Yi! Neither is backing down!”
This was unprecedented in the history of Laurel Academy’s freshman socials.
In the past, there had been cases of two people inviting the same girl—but never before had it been—
Two incredibly popular, stunning girls competing for the same girl!
This was the kind of scene only found in fiction—three beautiful maidens in a dramatic standoff.
“Eh??”
Xia Yi’s brain short-circuited. She couldn’t comprehend how things had escalated like this.
The crowd grew even more excited, eagerly watching where this shameful battlefield would lead.
But the situation was about to take an even more unpredictable turn.
A third contender—one no one expected—was about to storm into the fray, unleashing a storm of chaos!
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Oing 123
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