Decisive Failure

Su Ping saw the Lightning Rat looking quite stressed and couldn't help but smile. "Hey, little guy. Miss me?"

The creature immediately hid behind Su Yanying's leg and trembled upon seeing Su Ping's wicked grin, one that had been imprinted deep inside its memory. Its recent life was quite enjoyable because Su Yanying always made sure there was enough food, care and rest. But as soon as it saw Su Ping again, it was reminded of all the nightmarish training it received a while back.

Su Yanying, on the other hand, was glad that she brought her Fallen Phoenix as a back-up plan. Still, she wondered why her Lightning Rat was afraid of Su Ping, instead of the Thunder Basilisk on the other side of the stage.

Unfortunately, she couldn't read her pet's mind with more accuracy yet.

Wait, why is HE up there? Su Lingyue saw his brother showing up together with the "runner up" of the third year and failed to believe her eyes.