Chapter 25

1

There is a stream by the long school road, which is a small branch of the Imperial Capital Canal. It runs through the campus. When looking back during the time when Demon Dragon was still in power, the rivers in The Human Realm were mostly black. But now they have returned to their natural colors. Two people dressed in red are walking by the river.

That's me and Qin Ying, both dressed in black capes with a vampire style. It's been a long time since I wore this kind of outfit, and I feel a bit uncomfortable. Qin Ying, on the other hand, is wearing a dark red dress with pleats, suspenders, and a backless design. This is not the first time I've seen her in this dress. When I helped her fix the zipper of her skirt, she found that my outfit didn't match hers and decisively changed into another one. Time is really tight right now!

"A lot of people are looking at you. Do they recognize who you are?" This road connects directly to the gymnasium from the dormitory, so there are many people rushing to the dance party, even more than the people on the street.

"It would be best if they can recognize me. Otherwise, who will vote for me?"

"Are you the person who wins by using contrast moe?"

"Today, I think anyone can use various tactics to win the prizes." Qin Ying proudly raises her long-preserved chest and smiles at me.

"Hey, look who's over there?" A small group of people dozens of meters away are discussing.

"The one on the left is Qin Yang. He dyed his hair black again. I wonder what hair dye he uses. It's so pure in color."

"Are you even a man? You got the focus wrong! The most important thing is the girl next to him, she's as beautiful as a goddess."

"But there aren't that many girls... hmm? I've never seen this girl before. What grade and class is she in?"

"You fool, you only saw the focus. What kind of eyes are you using?"

There is a short girl between them who doesn't blink her eyes. She finally comes to a conclusion: "Is it Qin Ying?"

"Don't be silly, Qin Ying is a male god."

"But she looks so similar! And don't you think her behavior is quite masculine?"

"No, maybe it's just an illusion caused by your same-sex aversion?"

The two of us intentionally pick up the pace and say next to them, "Qin Ying, aren't you tired of wearing high heels?"

"No, I'm fine."

"..." This conversation stunned the people around us for a few seconds before they reacted. "Qin Ying's chest isn't made of muscles, is it?"

"They suspect you. What should we do? Should we test the truth?"

"Do you want to try?" Qin Ying immediately holds onto my arm tightly, her whole body leaning on it, especially her chest. The softness stimulates blood circulation, completely eliminating the fatigue accumulated from days of work and refreshing the mind.

"Does this mean Qin Yang likes both genders?"

"Woo... Please don't, Qin Ying really doesn't like girls, and he has a clothing fetish!"

"Accept my condolences, infatuated fool."

2

"Dear fellow students, teachers, and friends from outside the school, as a representative of the organizers of the victory celebration dance, let me Qin Yang say a few words to everyone here." Standing on the stage before the dance party starts, I say, "To make a long story short, first of all, I want to express my gratitude to everyone in our student council for their efforts, whether it was during the competition or the preparations for the dance party afterwards. Everyone has been working hard. However, it is also regrettable that our former student council president had to temporarily leave our campus due to personal reasons. Even though she is not here today, her heart is still with us. Within the Three Realms, we are still together. Secondly, I came here for the voting for the next student council president in the next semester. Whether you like me or not, as long as you believe that the student council represents the highest fighting strength of our school, then I am such an existence. In addition, I bring you benefits tonight, which is the prize for this evening! Tonight's vote is fair, and the choice of cohabitation will be determined by everyone's accomplishments. Finally, the most curious question of whether I have a harem in the student council, the answer is..."

"The crowd was in an uproar, filled with discussions, mockery, and exclamations.

"There are no laws or school rules prohibiting me from doing this, right? So everyone, please don't overthink it. I will do my best to protect the girl who holds a special place in my heart. There's no need to say much about this, let's start tonight's dance party right away! We have the popular singer on campus, even though I don't really understand, but everyone knows and is familiar with her – Si Tu Li Yao. Let's invite her to sing the opening song for us."

I turned and left, leaving behind a stunned and excited crowd, as well as the dazzling stars.

"Wow!" As soon as I got off the stage, I was kicked hard.

"Do you have a hundred alpacas in your brain? Did they kick you stupid? You think all members of the student council will become your harem?"

"Qing, I...I made a mistake. Anyway, it doesn't matter, you don't like guys."

"I don't care, go clarify it right away!"

"Look, Qing, you're wearing a tailcoat today. All you're missing is a flower on your chest, let me find one for you!"

"You... don't go!"

Although I didn't want to, I used Space Magic to send the message to Hanya's side. As expected, she was dressed as a catgirl, and standing beside her was Li Liu, wearing a glamorous white dress, giving off a princess-like vibe.

"You chose to be yourself, just like Qin Ying."

"Qin Ying?" Qin Ying, standing out prominently in the crowd beside Li Liu, said, "Occasionally setting yourself free is never a bad thing."

"Big brother!"

"Magical girls, or rather, a group of them!" Wenxin was surrounded by similar outfits, probably her classmates.

"Wenxin, it's hard for you guys to win first place like this!"

"We don't intend to win first place, we just want to have some fun."

While everyone was chatting, I surveyed the whole venue and noticed that the Emperor of the Empire was not present. He was probably too busy with his duties.

In the corner, Lilith sat alone, without any particular outfit, quietly keeping to herself.

"Hmm?" Lilith felt a hat being placed on her head and quietly looked up.

"I borrowed this outfit for you to try on." It was borrowed from me and Wenxin, as Lilith's figure was harder to find.

"What did you say?" The sound system here was quite impressive. How could a New Year's dance be accompanied by elegant classical music?

"I said this outfit is for you!" I had to speak louder, it was really tiring.

"Do you think this will be my last dance?"

"I can't say. The Dark Fire is a flame that devours souls, and I can't save you like my adoptive parents. By then, you would have lost your soul and even the chance for reincarnation."

"They say that some innate powers come with a price. Until that day comes, you should live well. Now, go change your clothes!"

Lilith forced a smile and picked up the delicate dress, but hesitated.

"I..."

Suddenly, there was a different discussion in the crowd, signaling the arrival of the Emperor of the Empire. The royal guards cleared the way in grand fashion.

"We have an important guest. I'll go over there!"

"Qin Yang!" Suddenly, Lilith shouted my name and immediately grabbed my hand. The divine fire burned without reservation, and the celestial demon fire also ignited. There was no time for much chanting, and the combined "Fire of Doom" created a protective barrier.

"Boom! Boom!" The sound of two energy cannons hit two places in the sky - the Empire Emperor and me!

"Everyone, leave as quickly as possible!" It was Principal Guffy's voice. I had been wondering where she had gone!

"Qin Yang, let's go!" Lilith pulled me, preparing to leave.

"No, the second cannon is coming. We won't be able to leave in time! I will go and act as bait." I released Lilith, and the flames spread out their wings, shaking the air as they soared into the sky.

That thing in the sky was getting closer and closer, and its turret had already locked onto me.

"Boom!" The energy beam grazed past me. That was close. I managed to dodge it this time, but the second one was coming. "Boom!" I dodged it again.

"Click?" What was that sound? After a second, I knew what it was. It was the sound of changing modes, followed by a continuous firing of small energy cannons. The damage was not significant, but it was enough to stop me from moving forward. What kind of machine is this?

But then I saw a blue dot, getting closer and closer. It turned out to be a pure blue armor, surrounded by an exceptionally powerful magic barrier. And the driver inside was - Sito Liyao!

"Have you ever wondered about my purpose for coming?" Sito Liyao had asked me this question in the room. This was her purpose - to assassinate me and the Empire Emperor. Sito Liyao, what were you thinking? This is a self-destructive move.