"Free Federation's Norton Lane, Level 69, Profession: Chaos Demon."
"Giant Kingdom's Albert Love, Level 66, Profession: Thunder Law King."
"Elven Forest's Lorna Sylph, Level 67, Profession: Storm Law King."
"Night Empire's Andy Hordan, Level 68, a vampire, Profession: Blood Spirit Law King."
"Dwarf Nation's Bonnie Atherton, Level 67, Charlotte's sister, Profession: Giant Destroyer."
"Fusang Country's Momoko Gojou, Level 66, Profession: Great Onmyoji."
During the banquet.
The two divine beast girls, Yun Man and Chang Yue, tired of eating spiritual fruits and nectar, abandoned Ling Zhan and indulged in gourmet food.
After changing back into his formal attire, Ling Zhan was forcibly pulled into the dance area by Li Chaoge, reluctantly dancing an elegant waltz.
During the dance, Li Chaoge listed the information of the top contenders in the Global Monster Beast Tournament, including their contracted beasts.
It's worth noting...
Norton Lane's profession does not have a second turn.
For demon professions, except for lower-tier demons like succubi and essence demons, they almost never have a second turn.
Their third turn directly makes them 'Demon Kings.'
The 'Chaos' prefix signifies the power controlled by Norton's demon bloodline.
At the hundredth level, the fourth turn is called 'Chaos Demon God.'
Additionally...
Many of these top talents chose mage professions.
It shows that these talents are very confident in their kiting abilities. Being known as undefeated geniuses with such fragile professions indicates their solo combat prowess must be formidable.
In summary, they love showing off their skills.
Ling Zhan listened calmly, holding Xiang Yu in his arms.
As the dance ended.
He had learned most of the information about the strong teams.
Seeing Ling Zhan deep in thought, seemingly strategizing, Li Chaoge felt inexplicably stifled and angry.
Always confident in her charm, she was completely ignored by a man for the first time!
Somehow, feelings of shame and annoyance spread in her heart.
A sudden image of her mother pinching her father's waist when angry flashed in her mind.
Almost instinctively...
Her jade hand reached for Ling Zhan's waist.
Hmm!?
Ling Zhan raised an eyebrow, his hand swiftly catching Li Chaoge's delicate wrist.
He looked at Li Chaoge in confusion, not understanding why she suddenly attacked him!
And why was her attack so... soft!
It felt like a playful couple's spat.
This...
Ling Zhan, don't be conceited or take yourself too seriously!!
In an instant, Ling Zhan dismissed the thought.
Three major illusions in life.
I can win this.
I can counter-kill.
She likes me.
As the thought faded.
Ling Zhan quickly released Li Chaoge's delicate wrist.
But he had to admit... it felt quite nice.
Actually...
On the other side, although Li Chaoge's face remained calm, she was panicking inside!
She didn't expect herself to instinctively make such a move on a man she had just met!
Damn it!
Why hadn't she done such foolish things before?
"I need to step out for a bit."
Li Chaoge tucked her hair behind her ear, trying to remain composed.
Ling Zhan nodded calmly.
But just then...
"Ladies and gentlemen, I apologize for interrupting the banquet..."
An old man in an imperial robe walked into the hall with a voice full of apology.
Swoosh!!
As the various national talents saw the old man, they immediately stopped chatting.
Instead, they looked at the old man with solemn respect!
Even Li Chaoge, who had just made an excuse to leave, instantly regained her cold demeanor!
Hmm?
Who is this old man?
Ling Zhan raised an eyebrow, curiously looking at the long-haired, white-bearded elder.
"He is one of the chief judges of this Global Monster Beast Tournament..."
"Mr. Angus."
Seeing Ling Zhan's slightly puzzled look, Li Chaoge explained softly.
As she spoke.
She frowned again.
Wait!
Why did it feel like...
She had become this guy's assistant!
Previously, it was always her bespectacled, trouble-making female assistant who explained things to her.
Now...
The top student of Dragon Nation's third year, the number one seed of Dragon Nation's solo team.
The highly anticipated female lead.
Had become this guy's information officer!
"Hmph!"
Li Chaoge snorted angrily, like a girl throwing a tantrum, turning her pretty face away.
Ling Zhan frowned slightly, not understanding why this woman was angry again.
Indeed...
Women are trouble!
Meanwhile, Nine-Tailed Fox, refusing one suitor after another.
Looked helplessly at Li Chaoge.
My dear mistress!
I just got beaten by this nasty man!
Why are you suddenly smitten with him?
You used to ignore all those excellent men!
Could you please go back to being aloof and cold?
The elder, glancing at the talents, nodded and said with a warm smile:
"Considering you all traveled far and expended much energy, unable to maintain peak condition..."
"After discussion among the important figures, the tournament officials decided to delay the start by three days!"
"The opening ceremony will be held in three days at the Royal Arena of the Holy Light Empire!"
"Fifty thousand spectators will attend the event live!"
"And the event will be globally broadcasted!"
"I hope you all achieve satisfactory results and provide the audience with thrilling battles!"
"Also... a friendly reminder."
"If you find these three days boring, you can explore the 'Dungeon Secret Realm' to the south."
"It offers rich experiences and equipment rewards, and its layer-by-layer clearing mode will be a new experience for you!"
"That's all from me, please continue to enjoy the banquet!"
Thanks to the 'nano translation devices' installed throughout the palace.
Even if the languages of various countries and races differed, everyone understood the elder's message.
After the elder left.
Many students showed no surprise.
This was expected...
Not all countries have infrastructure as advanced as Dragon Nation!
Those costly, high-maintenance ultra-long-distance giant teleportation arrays aren't something every country can afford!
Therefore...
Many countries' participants had to endure countless transfers through medium and small teleportation arrays to cross billions of kilometers!
Some teams even had to depart half a month early!
Naturally, they were exhausted!
So, a rest period was necessary to ensure fair competition!
For Ling Zhan, these three days were perfect for exploring the famed 'Dungeon Secret Realm'!
And...
To let his long-idle experience bar move a bit...
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