Super Gene Hunting Ground-Chapter 1003 - 998: Same Name and Surname? (Third Update)

The first day of the exchange competition is for the Empire Level Primary Level Realm group.

The square of the stadium, which accommodates over twenty thousand people, was packed, even more bustling than the last match between Yang Xiao and Qin Xiaotian.

According to the rules of the competition, both sides would send out three people each for a draw to form a three-on-three competition line-up.

In principle, the side that wins two out of three matches is the champion.

However, the losing side has the opportunity to initiate a challenge match to turn the tables by sending their strongest person to challenge the opponent. If they can consecutively defeat three of the opponent's members, they can successfully reverse the outcome.

The match is scheduled to start at 10 AM, and by around 9 AM, the venue was already full.

On the rostrum, the headmasters and the leading mentors of both sides were seated.

Dean Xinghai was in a good mood, turned his head to Long Kui beside him and said:

"Brother Long Kui, just thinking about getting your Heavenly Dragon Sword gives me a little thrill inside."

Long Kui gave Xinghai a side glance and chuckled,

"Brother Xinghai, are you so sure you can win the championship? I, on the other hand, am thinking about your Flying Leopard Thunder Hammer."

"Alright then, we'll wait and see, the result will be out soon, have some tea."

...

In a corner of the mentors' audience, Yang Xiao, Xiao Ling, and Elder Ye sat together.

Elder Ye wore a large straw hat that concealed his face. Without careful observation, one might not recognize him as the old guy who organizes books in the library.

The news of Yang Xiao's participation in the match was kept secret, known only to Xiao Ling, Elder Ye, Zhu Peng, Master Lei, Xinghai, and a few others, to prevent the Heavenly Dragon Academy from getting the data in advance.

The competition was hosted by Vice Dean Zheng Nan.

Zheng Nan approached Xinghai and Long Kui and asked:

"Headmasters, the time is about right, shall we start the match?"

The two nodded.

Zheng Nan leaped and flew to the center of the stadium.

"Everyone, please be quiet!"

Vice Dean Zheng Nan's voice was thunderous, everyone felt a buzzing in their ears, and the entire venue fell silent instantly.

"Today marks the biennial student exchange competition between Heavenly Dragon Academy and Flying Leopard Academy. First, let us warmly welcome the guests from Heavenly Dragon Academy!"

"Hua hua...."

Applause thundered!

"Next, let's welcome the participants from Heavenly Dragon Academy for this Empire Level Primary Level Realm exchange competition: Long Jing, Lin Xian, and Ye Sui."

"Hua hua,,,,"

Amid applause, Long Jing and the two young men flew to the center of the arena.

However, Long Jing had a different attire today, wearing a black veil on her head, covering herself meticulously down to her lips and chin.

After arriving at Flying Leopard Academy yesterday, Long Jing felt her appearance was overly attractive.

Cui Yuan and Gong Yu always looked at her with some ambiguous eyes, which would impact her ruthlessness in action. She couldn't go all out against someone who gazed at her longingly.

Although the exchange match between the two academies wasn't a life-and-death battle, the result was very important. To prevent any unexpected influence, Long Jing decided to veil her beauty so that both her opponents and herself could focus on the battle for a truly fair competition.

Zheng Nan glanced at the veiled Long Jing, feeling puzzled inside, but he couldn't question it as there were no rules against wearing a veil, respecting personal privacy and freedom.

Yang Xiao, sitting by Xiao Ling, felt a strange sense upon hearing "Long Jing," as if the name was familiar but couldn't recall why.

From his spot, he was over a hundred meters away from the center of the arena, only seeing a veiled woman enter the venue, leaving him puzzled.

"Is that participant wearing a veil?"

Xiao Ling laughed beside him:

"I heard people say she's a stunning beauty. Oh, when you face her in battle, don't hesitate just because she's a beauty!"

Yang Xiao chuckled,

"A beauty? Is there anyone in this world more beautiful than you?"

"Hee hee, you're annoying!"

Elder Ye, not pleased, cleared his throat,

"Could you two stop showing off your affection? Spare an old man's feelings, will you? I've got goosebumps all over."

Xiao Ling quickly laughed, holding Elder Ye's arm and acting charming:

"Grandpa, how could you say that? Don't you want to see me and Yang Xiao doing well?"

Elder Ye quickly withdrew his arm,

"Fine, you continue showing off with the brat, just pretend I'm not here."

"Hee hee!"

Yang Xiao and Xiao Ling both laughed.

Zheng Nan began announcing again,

"Heavenly Dragon Academy's handsome and beautiful trio has arrived; next, let's welcome our Flying Leopard Academy contestants, Yang Xiao, Gong Yu, and Wang Qian to the stage."

After careful consideration, Master Lei decided to have Cui Yuan as a substitute, sending Wang Qian and Gong Yu to assist Yang Xiao in the match.

Standing a few meters away from Zheng Nan, Long Jing shuddered slightly when she heard "Yang Xiao," and her gaze began searching around.

Yang Xiao? Isn't that the person who's been on her mind for over three years?

But how could Yang Xiao be on Witch Star? Moreover, how could he represent Flying Leopard Academy in the competition?

This couldn't be. It must be someone with the same name, right?

Awareness settled that there's no hope, aware it's someone of the same name,

But,

Upon hearing "Yang Xiao," Long Jing was still excited, her body shuddered lightly, and her beautiful eyes searched around beneath the black veil. 𝘧𝘳𝘦ℯ𝓌𝘦𝒷𝘯𝑜𝑣𝘦𝓁.𝒸𝘰𝓂

Simultaneously, the whole audience stirred upon hearing "Yang Xiao's" name.

Many had witnessed the battle between Yang Xiao and Qin Xiaotian, yet, even so powerful, how could Yang Xiao participate in this exchange competition?

"Damn it, did he pronounce the name wrong? Or did I mishear? Yang Xiao actually joined the exchange match?"

"Didn't mishear, it's indeed Yang Xiao."

"It must be someone with the same name, right? How could the Yang Xiao have the qualifications to participate in such a grand competition? Only Empire Level Primary Level Realm talents have the eligibility."

...

The audience was also searching around, trying to see if this "Yang Xiao" was the Yang Xiao in their minds.

Gong Yu and Wang Qian simultaneously flew up from the seats, landing beside Zheng Nan.

Yang Xiao was still beside Xiao Ling.

"Xiao Ling, I'm off."

"Mm, be careful, and good luck."

Yang Xiao nodded, leaped, and flew into the air.

Elder Ye gave Xiao Ling a glance, speaking blandly:

"Little girl, rest assured, your little lover will surely succeed."

"Hee hee, I know he'll succeed." Xiao Ling replied, filled with confidence and pride.

Elder Ye rolled his eyes at her.

Xiao Ling took out a large bag of five-spice peanuts from her Space Ring, handing it to the old man.

Delighting in this, the old man took it, grabbing a handful and tossing it into his mouth, crunching it with gusto.

"Little girl, bring it out earlier, why don't you? Made me watch you two showing off affection. In the future, when you scatter dog food, remember to give me a bag of snacks in advance."

Xiao Ling: "..."