To the northeast of Othrie lies a country that artists yearn for. Its coastline is beautiful, with two-thirds of its territory being sea. Magic is not particularly strong in this country, known as The Human Realm, but it has the ability to protect itself. Among the five Raku organizations that exist in this country, the strongest is located here. This country has had a powerful ability to create stars for a long time. Most people who are able to stand on stage in this country can become shining stars in The Human Realm. Some even become idols that captivate the people of The Demon Realm. However, most of the celebrities who have made it into the hearts of the gods and demons are female stars.

This country is called Lanhuan, and every spring, in the last month, the island of Mang will host a grand event that influences half of the entertainment industry. This event, called the Qinglong Awards, is even more magnificent than the local beauty pageant in Othrie. Every year, the people who attend and watch this event fill up the island, which occupies one-fourth of Lanhuan's territory. Every artist who debuts in The Human Realm is excited for several days at the thought of attending the Qinglong Awards. Winning an award at this event is a lifelong pursuit, and receiving an award means that their international status is as stable as Mount Tai, and their popularity will increase exponentially.

In addition to hosting the Qinglong Awards, Mang Island is also the capital of Lanhuan. Due to the lack of land and abundance of sea in Lanhuan, many of their islands have artificial platforms extending from them like octopuses. These platforms are commercial and industrial areas. However, the capital, Mang Island, does not have such platforms. It has been developed into a high-quality resort area facing the three realms. The scenery is enchanting, and the mornings are the most peaceful. There is an unwritten rule on Mang Island that no one is allowed to go out before 6 a.m. All outdoor activities must be stopped at midnight and can only resume after 6 a.m.

As a tourist, Princess Ziliu of Othrie came to Mang Island, but to avoid unnecessary formalities and troubles, she concealed her name.

Elena Brandt and Hisa Brandt visited Mang Island as representatives of The Divine Realm. They were attacked in this sea area and were stranded here. Elena tried her best to ensure that their journey continued, but the older members of their group, who were from the divine race, insisted on demanding an explanation from Lanhuan. Otherwise, the support of the divine race for Lanhuan's magic would be reduced. It is not surprising for a country in The Human Realm to receive support from the gods and demons, and Othrie, even before Qin Yang appeared, was no stranger to receiving support from both races at the same time.

It is here that Ziliu and Elena, the best of friends, reunite. For Ziliu, it has been only two months, but for Elena, it has been two years. However, to Elena, it feels as if they have never been apart.

Elena receives the support of her Uncle Hisa and decides to open up her heart to Ziliu. Deep in Elena's heart, no matter how hard she tries, she cannot feel any animosity towards Ziliu. After becoming a valkyrie, she lost all her friends and only had a relationship of faith and being worshiped.

2

On the second floor of the dessert shop, facing the sea, with a light breeze blowing, there is a slightly salty taste on one's face. For girls, a cup of red tea or milk tea paired with a small cake that is guilty for their bodies is truly a comfortable life.

Ziliu sits in a dignified posture, elegantly cutting a small piece of cake with her graceful movements.

"Ziliu, that's your name, right?"

"It's best not to call me that name here, Leader."

"I can promise, but don't call me the president. In my memory, I have never been your president. You might have mistaken me for someone else."

"Elena Brandt, is that your name?"

"Yes."

"I can understand mistaking a name and appearance, but it's unlikely that everyone got it wrong. You can try wearing The Chishin Academy uniform and walking on our school road. I guarantee that no one will fail to recognize you."

"Okay, I'll try if I have the chance. It seems like you're giving me another life to live." Elena held a warm cup of tea in her hand, smelling the aroma and saying, "But what memories did you show me?"

"It was when we first met, about two years ago."

"To be honest, I don't know why there are so many discrepancies between me and the person you mentioned. But I still want to be friends with you."

Li Liu licked the cake slowly on her tongue and said, "Did the Valkyrie say that?"

"It was a girl, is that okay?" Elena smiled friendly at Li Liu, and in Li Liu's eyes, this smile was so familiar. She believed in friendship between girls.

"If you think I can be your friend, what about Qin Yang?"

Li Liu had heard that every meeting with Qin Yang in the story ended in a fight. What was going on?

"I hate him. When I first met him, that guy named Qin Yang was our enemy. I've disliked him every time I saw him afterwards. The thing I dislike the most is the different girls always around him."

"When you say 'you,' who are you referring to?"

"The Divine Realm's Holy Dragon, his sword is already at Lord Holy Dragon's throat." Elena expressed her admiration for Lord Holy Dragon.

"Holy Dragon? Are you sure who the Holy Dragon is?"

After Li Liu finished licking the cream off the cake, she put it in her mouth. She liked to eat cake this way, separating the cream from the cake.

"You're not going to say that Qin Yang is the Holy Dragon, right? Don't joke with me! I can tell who is who." Elena's mouth curled with a hint of contempt. She single-mindedly believed in Marutian.

"Elena, I won't argue with you. I also know the legend of the Dragon Maiden. I believe you will discover the truth. Let's not talk about that bad guy Qin Yang, his popularity with girls seems natural."

"I don't want to talk about him either, but are his many fiancées legal? I heard that Othrie requires the consent of multiple parties to make it legal. Did you give your consent?"

Li Liu shook her head with a bitter smile. "Disagreeing, what can I do? On the surface, he belongs to the Othrie Empire, but who can give him orders? If we try to bind him with laws, he can just show off that identity... it's all useless. The king of the jungle always has multiple lionesses, right?"

"Forget about him, my head hurts." Elena massaged her forehead. She hated hearing about Qin Yang, but why was this emotion so strong and strange?

The two girls sat on the second floor, laughing and chatting, oblivious to the increasing coldness brought by the sea breeze.

3

Tony, a katana pressed against his neck, stood on a high platform. Tianhe Justice stood beside him, and below them were a crowd of black-clad people, dressed uniformly, with masks on—stars, moons.

"Is everyone here?" Tony asked.

"Yes, everyone is here, Mr. Tony. Can we proceed now?"

"Listen up, everyone. Take this person's photo and find him, but do not kill him! Let's go."

Tony tossed a pile of photos down, and Qin Yang's photo was prominently displayed on top.

"The game begins!"