86: Chapter 86 Glory Awaits! The Road Ahead is Clear!

The competition concluded, and the crowds gradually dispersed.

On the bustling plaza.

The atmosphere was filled with both partings and expectations.

Students were either excited or dejected as they left with their families, each face bearing the marks left by this extraordinary day.

Before leaving, Zhao Tiezhu and Shang Xiaoxiao.

Specially came over to Jiang Yun to say goodbye.

“Jiang Yun, see you at the provincial academy! You've got to look out for me then!”

Zhao Tiezhu punched Jiang Yun’s chest with force.

He grinned, his eyes full of sincere admiration.

Shang Xiaoxiao also gave a faint smile, her tone soft yet firm: “Jiang Yun, congratulations. I look forward to seeing your even more dazzling performance on a bigger stage.”

Their parents stood not far away.

The gaze they directed at Jiang Yun was full of kindness and undisguised appreciation, even carrying a hint of subtle respect.

Jiang Yun's deeds in the Misty Forest had already spread; being on good terms with such a future powerhouse with limitless potential was a blessing for any Family.

Jiang Yun also responded politely.

He watched them leave with their families.

Soon, his younger sister Jiang Yunyun pounced over like a happy little bird, tightly hugging Jiang Yun's waist.

Burying her small head in his chest, her voice carried a sob and lingering fear: “Brother! You scared me to death! When I heard how dangerous it was inside, I thought... I thought...”

She couldn't go on, only hugging Jiang Yun even tighter.

Jiang Yun's heart softened, and he gently stroked his sister's hair, comforting her warmly: “Alright, Yunyun, isn't brother fine? Look, brother even took first place.”

Jiang Yunyun looked up.

She broke into a smile through her tears and nodded vigorously: “Mm! Brother is the most amazing!”

At this moment, their mother also walked over, looking at her safe and sound, more upright son, her eyes glistening with tears of relief.

A thousand words were condensed into a gentle reminder: “It's enough that you're safe.”

“Mom, I made you worry.”

Jiang Yun gave his mother a smile to put her at ease.

Just then.

Principal He Tiangang, Family Head Su Chengtian, and the Mayor walked over together.

The Mayor had a warm smile, first nodding in greeting to Jiang Yun's mother.

Then he looked at Jiang Yun.

His tone carried undisguised praise and support:

“Jiang Yun, you are the pride of our C City! In the future, if you encounter any difficulties in your cultivation or life, feel free to come to the Federal Government to find me, or find the City Defense Team! No need to be polite, C City is your strongest backing!”

Principal He Tiangang was even more radiant.

This time, because of Jiang Yun.

Five people from their Qingquan No. 1 Middle School had advanced.

He was naturally incredibly happy.

“You brat, you really brought honor to the school this time! Remember, Qingquan No. 1 Middle School is always your home. Come back and visit whenever you can; the school gates will always be open for you!”

Facing the public support and promises from these two top figures of C City, a warm current flowed through Jiang Yun's heart. He bowed respectfully: “Thank you, Mayor, thank you, Principal! This Junior will certainly work hard and live up to your expectations!”

As the two big shots departed.

Coach Lin and Coach Wang also stepped forward.

Without many words, they just heavily patted Jiang Yun's shoulder, their eyes full of pride, recognition, and the silent praise of 'good lad, well done'.

Just as that concluded.

Su Chengtian approached slowly with the ethereal and peerless Su Qingxue.

Su Chengtian also exchanged a few pleasantries with Jiang Yun's mother first, his attitude gentle, without any of the arrogance of a top aristocratic Family head.

Then, he turned his gaze to Jiang Yun, his tone carrying a meaningful recognition:

“Little friend Jiang Yun, you are young and promising, with a limitless future. If you have some free time, you're welcome to visit the Su Family. As for the matter between you and Qingxue...”

He paused, glanced at his calm-faced daughter beside him, and smiled: “You young people have your own ways of getting along. As elders, we won't interfere too much.”

Although those few words didn't state it explicitly.

It was almost a disguised admission and tacit approval of the rumors regarding Jiang Yun and Su Qingxue.

Jiang Yun felt a chill upon hearing this.

He didn't want to have too much to do with this dangerous Nine-Tailed Fox!

Just as he wanted to speak up and explain the misunderstanding.

Su Qingxue suddenly took a step forward, leaning close to his ear.

To outsiders, this posture looked incredibly intimate, like lovers whispering.

A faint, strangely seductive fragrance drifted into Jiang Yun's nose.

Then, her cold yet slightly playful voice softly rang out:

“The magic core... you got it, right? I'm really looking forward to you getting stronger quickly...”

After saying that, she gracefully stepped back.

Leaving behind a meaningful look.

And a charming smile.

If it were anyone else, they would find this smile so enchanting.

But in the eyes of Jiang Yun, who knew her true nature.

This smile appeared extremely eerie.

Jiang Yun's heart suddenly jolted.

This Nine-Tailed Fox seemed to be watching him constantly, and her purpose was becoming increasingly mysterious.

Behind this Opportunity, there must be a deeper scheme hidden.

As for what she was actually after?

He simply couldn't figure it out.

Su Chengtian coughed twice at the right time, breaking the slightly ambiguous atmosphere, and then took his leave with Su Qingxue.

When Su Qingxue turned around.

That backward glance still made Jiang Yun feel an inexplicable sense of unease.

Before Jiang Yun could think further.

Another group of people had arrived.

It was Xiao Zhan with three Xiao Family Juniors: Xiao Ling, Xiao Hong, and Xiao Yutian.

Xiao Zhan's face was solemn.

His gaze swept over the apprehensive faces of Xiao Ling and Xiao Hong, and he said in a deep voice:

“Little friend Jiang Yun, earlier, Xiao Ling and Xiao Hong from my Family had many conflicts with you. I have already heard about it; they didn't know the height of the heavens! This old man has investigated the reasons, and today I have brought them here specially to apologize to you!”

After saying that, he shouted sternly: “You two wretched obstacles, why aren't you kneeling and apologizing to little friend Jiang Yun! And guarantee that you will never trouble little friend Jiang Yun again in the future!”

Under the pressure of their own Family's Old Ancestor.

Xiao Ling and Xiao Hong didn't dare to disobey in the slightest. Even though their hearts were filled with immense reluctance, they could only thud to their knees in front of Jiang Yun.

They apologized in low voices and made their guarantees.

Xiao Zhan continued: “To show our sincerity, Xiao Hong's behavior was improper and he is hereby expelled from the main family to return to the branch family! Xiao Ling, after returning to the manor, go to the ancestral hall and ground yourself for a month to reflect deeply!”

Hearing this, Xiao Hong's face turned ashen, and he slumped to the ground.

If he had known today would come.

He wouldn't have stood up for Xiao Ling in the first place.

Xiao Ling's face was also pale, but he didn't dare to argue.

Only then did Xiao Zhan look at Jiang Yun.

His tone softened: “Little friend Jiang Yun, are you satisfied with this handling? If you have other requests, feel free to speak.”

This man, the number one person below amethyst rank, had lowered his posture so much, clearly to resolve the grudge and intentionally befriend him.

Jiang Yun naturally knew to stop while he was ahead.

He smiled slightly and cupped his hands: “Old Xiao, you're too kind. Since the two of them know their mistakes, the grudge between me and them is hereby wiped clean.”

A look of satisfaction appeared on Xiao Zhan's face, and he gestured to Xiao Ling and Xiao Hong: “Hurry up and thank little friend Jiang Yun for his magnanimity!”

The two could only kowtow in thanks again.

Not daring to have the slightest complaint.

Finally, Xiao Zhan said warmly to Jiang Yun:

“Little friend Jiang Yun, if you have free time in the future, you're welcome to visit the Xiao Family as a guest. You can also exchange beast taming insights with Yutian more often. There are other trivial matters, so I'll take my leave first.”

Jiang Yun bowed slightly upon hearing this.

With those words finished.

Xiao Zhan then left with the three of them and the Xiao Family crowd.

In the distance, Qin Feng, who had witnessed all of this, clenched his fists until they turned white, his nails digging deep into his palms, his eyes filled with jealousy and malice.

“Jiang Yun... you wait! I will never let you keep basking in glory... I want you dead!”

He whispered hatefully.

Then he turned away indignantly and disappeared into the crowd.

“Brother, you're so amazing now! Even the Xiao Family's Old Ancestor is so polite to you!”

Jiang Yunyun looked up with her small face.

Her eyes were full of stars of worship.

Jiang Yun rubbed his sister's hair and smiled: “Because brother has to become even more amazing to better protect Yunyun and Mom.”

Hearing this, the mother looked at her son.

Her eyes were full of relief and pride, and she said softly: “Yun'er, you've really grown up.”

“Mom! Let's go! Let's go home too!”

The mother nodded.

The three of them walked together... and returned home.

After soothing his still-excited sister.

Jiang Yun returned to his room alone.

His heart had already flown to that magic core obtained from the altar.

Upon returning to his room, he took it out and began to study it.

Feeling the vast and chaotic energy contained within this dark purple crystal, Jiang Yun became increasingly curious and expectant.

“Today, I'll let Little Cloud Sparrow and Little Fire rest well in the Beast Taming Space for a night.”

“Tomorrow, I'll go find a quiet place outside the city.”

“Let Little Fire and the Wind Thunder Cloud Sparrow absorb this magic core and spiritual crystal to complete their evolution!”

Jiang Yun planned in his heart.

He could sense it.

This evolution would surely bring about earth-shaking changes.

It was still unknown how much of a commotion the two tamed beasts would cause during evolution; to avoid causing unnecessary disturbance, staying away from the city area was the safest choice.

Expectation spread through his heart like wild grass.

If the two tamed beasts evolved.

Not only would they change in form.

Their Aptitude would also undergo a transformation.

They would even gain more powerful skills.

Their Physique would also undergo subtle changes... all of this made Jiang Yun extremely expectant.