The Glory of the Sun and Moon in the Peerless Tang Sect

Xu Zihuang paid no attention to Ma Xiaotao. At this moment, he was staring at Ye Guyi and Ning Tian.

However, he did not delay the next male students from taking the stage. Once the minute was up, he withdrew his martial spirit and retreated.

Xu Zihuang's performance raised the bar for the male trainees who came on stage to introduce themselves to a hellish level.

After all, he was too perfect. Even though the male trainees were indeed quite outstanding, they would inadvertently be compared to him by the female trainees. As a result, it was naturally difficult to see the strengths of the male trainees.

The "love at first sight" segment continued. Regardless, this was the male trainees' last chance to showcase themselves. They had to seize it.

Several male students showcased their abilities, including dazzling soul skills and unique martial soul abilities. Most were between twenty-five and thirty-five years old, and their cultivation levels were primarily Soul Emperor or Soul Saint.

Before long, Beibei and He Caitou made their appearances one after the other.

Compared to the senior students who appeared before them, their biggest advantage was that they broke through to the Soul Emperor realm before the age of twenty. Breaking through to the Soul Emperor realm before the age of twenty is the threshold for measuring top geniuses.

Even when He Caitou introduced himself, it improved the female students' impressions of him considerably. A food-type Soul Emperor under twenty years old, and like Yu Tianhuang, a seventh-level Soul Master, was enough to prove his talent.

Finally, it was Xu Sanshi's turn to appear, as he was last in line.

Chapter 350 A Predestined Fate Across Three Lifetimes

Xu Sanshi took a deep breath and walked step by step toward the center of the lake, which had solidified into dark red crystal.

A series of cool, clear soul-guided lights fell on the dark red crystal lake, scattering a hazy halo that entered his eyes.

Jiang Nannan, one of the female trainees, kept her head down and did not look at Xu Sanshi, who was walking towards her.

However, Xu Sanshi did not pester her relentlessly as she had expected, but instead calmly stopped between Zhang Lexuan and Han Ruoruo.

Although Xu Sanshi appeared calm on the surface, Zhang Lexuan and Han Ruoruo could both sense the turbulent emotions within him.

Zhang Lexuan offered a soft reminder.

"Sanshi, we can begin."

Xu Sanshi nodded, gazing at Jiang Nannan across from him. From the moment he met Jiang Nannan, scenes from the past began to surface in his mind.

"Nannan, I'm back again. I don't even know how many times I've confessed to you. My buddies are all asking me how to pursue girls. I tell them that first, you need to be bold, attentive, and thick-skinned. Especially thick-skinned. As long as you put aside your pride and sincerely care about the girl you like, and do things for her, you'll eventually be moved."

Xu Sanshi's calm tone seemed to conceal something. The male trainees, who had initially chuckled at his words, gradually lost their smiles.

After a brief pause, Xu Sanshi gave a bitter and self-deprecating smile.

"But now I understand that it was all just my own wishful thinking. True love is equal, and one-sided entanglement is meaningless. Sometimes I really envy Beibei and Tianhuang, and the deep feelings they have for Xiaoya and Ningtian. Their simple daily interactions are what I yearn for but can never have."

“A senior once jokingly called me a turtle, saying that I had given up my dignity as a man for you, and that it wasn’t worth it for me to do this. But I know that you should be the one who is suffering the most. Because of my entanglement, I disrupted your life. And because of me, you suffered such pain.”

"Nannan, we've known each other for so many years, from our teenage years to our youth, and right now. I believe you can see how I've treated you. I know that perhaps today's answer will be no different from before. But I still want to try, and I don't want to miss even the slightest chance. Nannan, can you open your heart and give me a crack?"

Xu Sanshi clenched his fists, his eyes firm and resolute. Deep within his gaze lay a surge of emotion and a yearning for hope.

After years of silent dedication, he really wanted a response from Jiang Nannan, even just a little.

Jiang Nannan's delicate body trembled slightly. She had witnessed everything Xu Sanshi had done for her over the years, and she was indeed touched. But this touch was not enough to overshadow the resentment in her heart. The hurt Xu Sanshi had caused her that time was far too deep, far too deep.

Both remained silent. At this moment, more than a minute had passed since Xu Sanshi left his seat, but no one urged him on.

Jiang Nannan kept her head down and refused to look at Xu Sanshi.

Xu Sanshi didn't wait long, because he already knew the answer in his heart. The self-mockery on his face deepened.

At this point, he saw things more clearly and had a sudden realization.

It is undeniable that he had feelings for Jiang Nannan, but these feelings were initially based on his guilt and sense of indebtedness towards Jiang Nannan, or rather, self-pity.

"I understand." Xu Sanshi sighed softly, his words carrying a sense of relief.

Under everyone's gaze, he bowed deeply to Jiang Nannan.

"I'm sorry for the trouble I've caused you over the years. From today onwards, I will no longer bother you. Everyone has their own dreams, and everyone can live their own wonderful life."

Then Xu Sanshi smiled wryly at Zhang Lexuan and Han Ruoruo.

"Senior Sister Han, I am withdrawing from this year's Sea God's Fate Blind Date Event."

After saying this, Xu Sanshi turned and left. Reaching the edge of the dark red crystal surface, he stepped onto the Xuanming Tortoise Shell Shield and disappeared into the darkness.

At this moment, Jiang Nannan suddenly raised her head and looked in the direction Xu Sanshi had left, as if she had lost her soul. Her eyes were red, and she was biting her lip tightly.

Even though Xu Sanshi had decided to stop bothering her, she felt empty inside, as if she had lost something in an instant.

"Nannan".

Jiang Nannan only snapped out of her daze when Zhang Lexuan's voice rang in her ears. After calming herself down a bit, she apologized to Zhang Lexuan and Han Ruoruo.

"I'm sorry, Senior Sister Han. I'm giving up my qualification for this year's Sea God's Fate Blind Date Event."

Jiang Nannan then left in another direction. This start made the atmosphere somewhat dull. Both the male and female trainees were discussing it animatedly.

Xu Zihuang, Bei Bei, and He Caitou's eyes met briefly in mid-air.

The female trainees' impression of Xu Sanshi changed drastically. How many people could dedicate themselves to the girl they liked for years, giving their hearts without expecting anything in return? Moreover, Xu Sanshi was exceptionally outstanding in every way.

Wu Ming, with her straightforward personality, gave a light thumbs-up.

"I never expected Xu Sanshi to have this side to him."

Ma Xiaotao, standing beside her, nodded in agreement. The two of them had drawn adjacent numbers, number six and number seven respectively.

But no matter what, the Sea God's Fate Blind Date Event will continue.

Zhang Lexuan addressed the crowd, saying, "Next, we will begin the fourth segment, 'Destined for Each Other.' In this segment, the female students will take turns introducing themselves, choosing their preferred male student, and going to his side. Male students, please stand apart; some may be more charming and attract more than one female student. By the end of this segment, if a male student has not been favored by any female student, then I'm sorry, you will be leaving our Sea God's Fate Blind Date Event. The rest of you will proceed to the final segment."

Undoubtedly, in this fourth round, more male trainees will be eliminated. Xu Sanshi and Jiang Nannan have left, leaving twenty-two male and nineteen female trainees. Even if the female trainees ultimately choose one-on-one, three male trainees will still be eliminated.

However, this situation is too idealistic. In reality, it is not uncommon for multiple female students to choose the same outstanding male student.

"Let's begin. Since Nan Nan has voluntarily given up her qualification for this year's Sea God's Fate Blind Date Event, please let the second female contestant introduce herself and make her choice."

The second female student strode over to Zhang Lexuan and Han Ruoruo. Her steps were light and quick, yet possessed a graceful, effortless quality.

Pink lotus flowers quietly bloomed around her, and seven spirit rings—two yellow, two purple, and three black—appeared simultaneously.

The female student looked to be around twenty-seven or twenty-eight years old. Her facial features were soft; while not exceptionally beautiful, she was still quite pretty.

"My name is Hua Yao, and I am thirty-one years old today. My martial soul is the lotus, and I am a control-type battle soul saint. I only want to find a gentle man to accompany me and live out the rest of my life in peace and tranquility. This is what I pursue."

Although she's thirty-one years old this year, age difference isn't a problem among high-level Soul Masters. Powerful individuals at the Title Douluo level often live for hundreds of years. They can easily maintain their bodies in a youthful state for nearly a century. This wouldn't even affect their ability to conceive.

Zhang Lexuan asked with a smile, "So, what's your choice?"

Hua Yao's pretty face flushed slightly, and her beautiful eyes swept over the group of male students before finally settling on a male student who looked to be about thirty years old.

This male student was tall and slender, and although his appearance was somewhat ordinary, he possessed a calm and composed demeanor. He had performed admirably in the previous rounds and was also a Soul Saint, with a cultivation level similar to Hua Yao's.

With Xu Zihuang's help, the lake surface was solidified into solid crystal, saving a lot of trouble.

Hua Yao moved swiftly and arrived beside the male student. The two exchanged a smile, sharing a tacit understanding that was understood without words.

The male trainees started cheering and jeering. This was finally a good start!

Zhang Lexuan smiled slightly.

"Now, please welcome the next girl, number three."

The third girl was Ning Tian. Although she wore the same white dress, Ning Tian's demeanor was distinctly different from Hua Yao's. Her hands were crossed and rested on her lower abdomen; she moved with graceful, composed steps. It was the refined elegance cultivated from childhood by someone from a prominent Soul Master family.

Two yellow, two purple, and one black spirit rings rose from beneath her feet. She raised her right hand, and a dazzling light appeared in her palm, transforming into a nine-story pagoda, radiating magnificent light. The spirit rings floated above, encircling the pagoda, making it even more dazzling under their glow.

"Nine stories, nine colors?! A nine-treasure glazed pagoda?!"

When the nine-story pagoda appeared, everyone's pupils constricted sharply. Even Elder Xuan and the others on the ferry were no exception.

It is no exaggeration to say that once a Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda Soul Master grows up, he will have the powerful ability to change the outcome of a war.

"My name is Ning Tian, ​​and I am a support-type Soul Master. I am a level 57 support-type Weapon Soul King. Because of Tianhuang, my Martial Soul has evolved into the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda as I wished." With a charming smile, Ning Tian came to Xu Zihuang's side and recited softly.

"The Nine Treasures transform into Glazed Glass, which is firstly Power, secondly Speed, thirdly Soul, fourthly Defense, and fifthly Attack."

The Nine Treasures Glazed Pagoda in her palm slowly floated out, growing larger. The five spirit rings surrounding the pagoda shimmered like waves, landing steadily on Xu Zihuang. In an instant, Xu Zihuang felt his cultivation level surge, and not only his cultivation level, but all his attributes increased by sixty percent.

When Ning Tian's cultivation reached the Soul King realm, his control over the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda also reached the level of "Five Apertures Dispersion." As the sole heir to the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's next sect master, it was only natural that he could achieve this.

The gazes of many male students around him became incredibly intense.

After ten thousand years, the legendary Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda has reappeared. Having a Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda Soul Master as a support is something every Soul Master dreams of.

Ning Tian stood beside Xu Zihuang, her pretty face beaming with a confident smile.

Ye Guyi, who appeared next, once again attracted the attention of countless people. However, Ye Guyi did not introduce herself, but simply stood silently on the other side of Xu Zihuang, facing Ning Tian, ​​her aura instantly overshadowing Ning Tian's.

Ning Tian froze, unable to resist scrutinizing Ye Guyi out of the corner of his eye.

Yu Tianhuang was the first to lift Ye Guyi's veil, so how could she not care? Besides, Ye Guyi's appearance and temperament were in no way inferior to hers, and she had previously demonstrated such formidable strength.

The fourth round continued. After the fifth female contestant chose a male contestant, it was Golden Crow Saintess Wu Ming's turn to appear.

Wu Ming floated out, a pair of golden wings unfurling behind her. With a flap of her wings, she was already in the air.

Chapter 351 Xu Zihuang's Choice

"My name is Wu Ming, and I'm thirty-two years old. Everyone calls me the Golden Crow Saintess. I know some people say it's because I'm left over. There's nothing I can do about it; I'm getting old, and my temper isn't good, so it's normal not to be liked."

As she spoke, Wu Ming swooped down from the sky, a dazzling trail of golden flames trailing behind her. While flying, she surveyed the group of male students opposite her.

Almost all the male students in the inner court who were familiar with Wu Ming hurriedly avoided his gaze, fearing that they would be chosen by him.

While Wu Ming wouldn't be considered a stunning beauty, she was certainly a strikingly beautiful woman. Golden flames coiled around her curvaceous figure, adding a touch of ethereal beauty to the enchanting night. However, her combative nature meant few male students could tolerate her temper.

Normal men generally prefer girls with gentle personalities. Of course, there are exceptions, such as those with unusual fetishes who find pleasure in masochism.

Wu Ming was already used to everyone's reactions, but her body still trembled slightly. She was a normal girl, after all. But every time she revealed her feelings to someone, the other person would avoid her like the plague. Over the years, she couldn't help but feel a little resentful.

However, being strong-willed by nature, she naturally wouldn't show her vulnerable side in front of others. Her gaze finally settled on Yu Tianhuang, whose expression remained calm. Yu Tianhuang was the only one who treated her with equanimity.

When she looked over, Yu Tianhuang gave her a gentle smile. It was an expression of understanding and approval, showing he wouldn't treat her like a tiger. For a moment, she felt a lump in her throat.

Wu Ming paused briefly in mid-air, and just as everyone's hearts skipped a beat, she landed precisely in front of Xu Zihuang.

"I've looked around, and there's no one who's particularly suitable. In that case, why don't I choose the best one?"

Wu Ming's beautiful face blossomed with an infectious, confident smile, her jade-like neck raised, as if she possessed an arrogance that came from her very bones.

All the male trainees breathed a sigh of relief, but upon hearing Wu Ming's words, most of them looked somewhat uneasy. Wu Ming's implication was that none of them were as good as Yu Tianhuang. But these were undeniable facts.