Chapter 405: Su Ming on Qian Renxue’s Unexpected "Love Brain"

Su Ming nodded without hesitation, full of admiration. "Impressive. Based on what I know, this is the strongest martial soul fusion skill I've seen at the same level. I'd say that no one else's fusion can match yours—Fire Dance's fusion might not stand a chance either since fire is restrained by ice."

Hearing this, Fire Dance let out a huff. "Hey, Su Ming! What's that supposed to mean? Saying that right in front of me! Who's to say who would win? How do you know my fusion can't stand up to Shui Bing'er and Xue Wu's fusion?"

Though reluctant to admit it, Fire Dance also believed that Shui Bing'er's fusion skill might be stronger, but she wasn't ready to give up without a fight. After all, her own fire mastery was on par with Shui Bing'er's ice mastery.

Shui Yue'er chimed in playfully, "Haha! Our team can use a three-person martial soul fusion. A simple fusion is no big deal!" Su Ming sighed to himself, wondering if they really understood the difference between martial soul fusions and simple fusions. A martial soul fusion amplifies each soul master's strength to an extraordinary degree, whereas Fire Dance's strength mainly stems from her own abilities.

Clearing his throat, Su Ming decided not to pursue Fire Dance's argument further—only actions could truly prove a point. So, he shifted topics and smiled at Shui Yue'er, "Your progress is impressive too, Shui Yue'er. During our practice match, you were at level 41, and now you've reached 42. Good work!"

Shui Yue'er beamed with delight. "Hehe! My sister was right; as long as I keep leveling up, Su Ming notices me."

Just then, Shui Bing'er looked at Su Ming, curiosity evident. "Su Ming, do you think you'd be able to withstand Xue Wu's and my fusion skill?" Xue Wu looked equally interested, waiting eagerly for his response.

Su Ming gave a sly smile. "Well, that's something you'll have to guess."

Just then, a royal guard approached Su Ming respectfully. "Mr. Su Ming, the Crown Prince has summoned you."

Nodding slightly, Su Ming gestured for Xiao Wu and the others to head back to the academy, while he followed the guard toward the palace.

Inside the Crown Prince's Residence

As Su Ming entered, Qian Renxue had the door shut behind him and led him further inside, finally stopping in a private chamber.

"Qian Renxue, what's up?" Su Ming asked, smiling.

Qian Renxue looked at him, a touch of frustration in her eyes. "Su Ming, how could you say that? Think about it. How long has it been since you last visited me? Every time we meet, I have to be the one to summon you. Can't you take the initiative to visit me once in a while?"

Su Ming chuckled awkwardly. "Well, you are the Crown Prince, after all. I'm just an ordinary citizen—it wouldn't be appropriate for me to come to see you on my own."

Of course, this was just an excuse to placate Qian Renxue. He didn't mind visiting her, but without a valid reason, it was best to avoid drawing too much attention.

Qian Renxue saw through the excuse but chose not to push it. They couldn't meet too frequently, after all. She knew Su Ming's aloofness only added to her curiosity and interest. He'd once told her he only wanted to be friends, but to truly win Qian Renxue over, he knew he'd have to surpass her not just in power but also in wisdom.

He wanted to avoid following Tang San's path in the original story, where Qian Renxue both relentlessly pursued and inexplicably fell for him.

In comparison, Bibi Dong and Hu Liena's reasons for their feelings were easier to understand. Qian Renxue's attraction to Tang San, however, seemed inexplicably sudden—especially after he'd mortally wounded her. It was downright baffling.

Observing Qian Renxue's quiet resolve to wait for him, Su Ming asked, "So, Qian Renxue, what did you want to discuss with me?"

Qian Renxue nodded. "Recently, Ghost Douluo spotted Tang Hao. And, with Tang San possessing the Clear Sky Hammer martial soul, there's no doubt—Tang San is Tang Hao's son."

Su Ming wasn't surprised. The reappearance of the Clear Sky Hammer was bound to reach Qian Renxue and Bibi Dong's ears.

Qian Renxue continued, "Since Tang San has been targeting you, and with Tang Hao and Tang San being sworn enemies of Spirit Hall, this seems like the perfect chance. I wanted to discuss plans with you."

Su Ming casually asked, "So, you and Bibi Dong have decided to take action against Tang Hao and Tang San? When and where?"

Qian Renxue replied, "Yes, we're planning to make a move right after the qualification matches, when they travel to Spirit City."

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