Having returned to the work-study dormitory, Xie Xie sprawled out on the bed in the shape of a big character and exclaimed while looking at the ceiling, "Phew, I almost died from exhaustion today."
Then, he glanced sideways at Yuanen Yehui and said, "Thanks for lending us a hand, Ye Hui."
Without her, he definitely wouldn't have gotten such a powerful Spirit Soul, even though the soul skill she provided was somewhat unsatisfactory!
On hearing this, Yuanen Yehui gave him a cold look and said calmly, "Don't be so familiar with me; I'm not that close to you! Besides, I didn't help you unconditionally; it was just an agreement with Tang Wulin, that's all!"
Scratching his head with a smile, Tang Wulin chuckled, "Heh heh..."
However, Xie Xie, who was already accustomed to Yuanen Yehui's tone, was not annoyed but instead asked with curiosity, "Agreement? What agreement? Tang Wulin, stop grinning like an idiot; can you share with us?"
Tang Wulin paused and started to speak, "It's nothing important... It's just that I..."
Before he could finish, Yuanen Yehui covered his mouth with her hand and coughed lightly, "Cough cough..."
Her Beautiful Eyes then shone with a glint as she said coldly, "Tang Wulin, this matter is a secret between us two. If you spill it, don't blame me!"
Obviously, she didn't want Xie Xie to know!
Tang Wulin choked for a moment and looked at Xie Xie guiltily. "Well... Xie Xie, see, Ye Hui said that, so it's not good for me to tell you. Let's just skip this topic... Ahahaha."
Xie Xie's mouth twitched, and he said disdainfully, "What's this? You won't even tell us? Our friendship has waned, it's fading!"
But even though he said that, he tactfully did not continue to pry...
Instead, he thought to himself, "What exactly did Tang Wulin use to get Yuanen Yehui to agree to help with the tower climbing? The stakes mustn't have been small!"
Suddenly, Tang Wulin's eyes widened as though struck by a thought, he hurriedly said to Xie Xie, "Oh no, Xie Xie, it seems like we've forgotten all about the forging!"
In the past few days, they had been so focused on how to obtain Spirit Souls that they had completely forgotten about making Battle Armor!
If they were to fail, they could likely get eliminated by Shrek Academy!
And even Teacher Xu wouldn't be able to protect them!
Xie Xie's face also turned an ugly shade as he said anxiously, "Right! How could we have forgotten about this!"
Yuanen Yehui, who happened to hear this conversation, raised her eyebrows and said, "Forging? I remember the first-year forging assessment is just to make some Mecha, right? Tang Wulin, you have the strength of a level 5 Forging Master, it should be a breeze for you!"
Tang Wulin shook his head and denied, "No, that's not it; our forging goal isn't the same as the other academies."
Yuanen Yehui pursed her lips, "Oh? Can you tell me?"
A task that even a level 5 blacksmith finds difficult certainly piqued her interest!
Xie Xie, seizing the moment with a trace of pride, said, "That's our secret, we can't tell you!"
It was about time Yuanen Yehui got a taste of her own medicine!
Yuanen Yehui gave Xie Xie a sidelong glance with her Beautiful Eyes and said indifferently, "If you won't say, then never mind!"
With these simple words, she turned her head away...
And Xie Xie was left saying, "Eh?"
This was not the reaction he expected. He thought Yuanen Yehui would keep pressing for answers, but she gave up just like that!
Instantly, his face darkened...
Noticing the mood turning a bit sour, Tang Wulin tried to smooth things over, "We're all dorm mates; there's no need for this..."
Unexpectedly, both Yuanen Yehui and Xie Xie shouted in unison, "Shut up!"
The rebuked Tang Wulin sulkily shrugged his shoulders...
However, at that moment, Yue Zhengyu's voice, teasing in tone, rang out, "Yo, yo, yo, you're arguing now? How can you have a brawl without me!"
Seeing the newcomer, Xie Xie couldn't help but say irritably, "You, can you not add fuel to the fire!"
For some inexplicable reason, he felt annoyed with Yue Zhengyu!
Even though he didn't know why!
Tang Wulin responded with a wry smile, "Yue Zhengyu, our dorm is already like this, so please stop the sarcasm."
If it weren't for Yue Zhengyu's reminder, he definitely wouldn't have thought to get away from Yuanen Yehui, so deep down he was quite grateful!
Only Yuanen Yehui calmly glanced at Yue Zhengyu and then closed her eyes without speaking any further…
The latter said helplessly, "Fine, but I'm actually here to find you, Tang Wulin!"
Tang Wulin asked in surprise, "Looking for me?"
Yue Zhengyu nodded earnestly, "That's right, you've broken through to a level 5 blacksmith, so I want you to help me forge some things!"
Tang Wulin looked embarrassed, "This... I still need to prepare for the forging assessment, so..."
Seemingly having anticipated this, Yue Zhengyu's lips curved into a smile as he held up three fingers, "Is that so? What if I offered you triple the usual price?"
His Holy Angel Clan had plenty of federation coins!
At those words, Tang Wulin exclaimed in shock, "What did you say? Three... triple!!"
Is this the power of a great clan?
He had to admit, he was indeed tempted!
Xie Xie's words were laced with a hint of sarcasm, "Tsk... it really is great to be the offspring of a big clan, no need to fight or scramble for anything!"
Thinking about their own struggles for Soul Rings, risking their lives in tower challenges, it was like a world apart!
Yuanen Yehui also unexpectedly grunted in agreement!
Yue Zhengyu glanced coldly at the two of them, "What does this have to do with you two? Can you shut it?"
Tang Wulin hurriedly tried to mediate, "Yue Zhengyu, they didn't do it on purpose; please don't be angry!"
Yue Zhengyu shook his head, "I don't care about what they do, but what's your decision, Tang Wulin?"
After careful consideration, Tang Wulin said seriously, "I can agree to it, but could you change the payment to rare metals?"
The metals needed for Forging Battle Armor were indeed much more valuable, and with Yue Zhengyu willing to pay triple the price, it would definitely ease their pressure!
Yue Zhengyu ran his fingers through his hair, smiling, "No problem! That's a small matter for me. Then it's settled; I'll come to you tomorrow evening to discuss the specifics!"
With that, he waved his hand and quickly left...
Knowing that Yuanen Yehui was the evil Soul Master, there was no need to stay any longer in this humble work-study dorm!
After he left, Xie Xie finally lamented, "Tang Wulin, why did you agree to forge for this guy? We still have a forging assessment!"
Tang Wulin rolled his eyes. "If I don't help him forge, are you going to buy the precious metal materials?"
Xie Xie swallowed hard and chose to remain silent...
Yuanen Yehui, with her eyes closed, reflected, "Precious metals? They shouldn't be necessary for forging low-level Mechas, right? Moreover, the material is provided by the school!"
"Could it be that their goal is..."
If that was indeed the case, she could also ask Tang Wulin to forge her future Battle Armor!
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