Jin Yina was deep in thought, her mind in turmoil.

Standing in the cold wind of the night, she pondered for a long time, finally gritting her teeth and making a decision!

To keep the appointment!

She must go!

Even if not considering the possibility of suddenly choking to death while drinking water one day, or being struck by lightning on the road after standing up a meeting with the Prophet, Martial God, and Demon Child; just thinking about the potential benefits, Jin Yina could not possibly turn back to her dormitory to sleep.

As a National Guardian level ability user herself, Ma Ran was different from Su Qiangwei and Gray.

The three had distinctly different personalities.

Martial God Su Qiangwei, innocent and straightforward by nature, optimistic and cheerful, but somewhat lacking in maturity.

God Gray, gentle and kind, sincerely treats everyone, but deeply afflicted with being a Holy Mother, which would sooner or later be his downfall.

Only Prophet Ma Ran is different!

His talent and ability need no further description, mature and steady in nature, keeping his promises; during the Lotus City Demon Mountain incident, he promised Sword Master to take care of the visitors from Cangming Star.

Later, Demon Child Zhang Kuang descended on Earth, eccentric, cruel, bloodthirsty, extremely selfish, regardless of the occasion, acting as he pleased.

Despite this type of person, he could maintain a good relationship with the Chinese side...

In Jin Yina's view, this is probably entirely thanks to Ma Ran's efforts.

Otherwise, the Demon Child would have started a massacre shortly after arriving on Earth.

"I am going to the appointment now! Zhuge Stele..."

Jin Yina glanced at the time, feeling a dull ache in her wrist.

Su Qiangwei's grab earlier, although probably not exerted with any force and merely a reflex, was still beyond what she could tolerate.

Thinking of this, Jin Yina not only felt no anger but joy instead.

She was about to form an alliance with Ma Ran, Su Qiangwei, the Demon Child, and others; join their circle and get support from all three...

The stronger these allies, the more benefits she would gain.

By that time, the situation would be completely different!

Who knows, she might actually bind with someone unbelievably powerful!

Even if they're an alien, so be it!

Jin Yina was determined not to miss this golden opportunity!

She wants to be stronger!

To become the strongest in South Korea!

No longer heeding the so-called "seniors," no longer enduring those humiliating unwritten rules!

With these thoughts, Jin Yina checked the map and soon arrived at the Zhuge Stele.

There were more than two hours until the agreed time.

Jin Yina stood in the cold night wind, looking at the inscription-laden Zhuge Stele, which appeared as an ordinary stone stele, silently waiting.

Time ticked by.

Ten o'clock.

Half-past ten.

Eleven o'clock.

Twelve o'clock!

Finally, Jin Yina had reached this pivotal moment of destiny!

The more she waited, the more she felt she had made the right decision to come to China this time.

If she missed this chance, there might never be another.

Even though her S-level ability user identity was directly exposed, Jin Yina thought Prophet Ma Ran might have long prophesied her existence; staying hidden in South Korea would be nothing but being a turtle hiding in its shell.

Ostrich behavior is unacceptable.

"You seem to have been waiting for a while?"

A familiar yet unfamiliar youthful voice sounded in her ear.

Jin Yina turned around sharply, discovering Ma Ran and Demon Child Zhang Kuang, who had nonchalantly killed Leonard Baholi, had somehow appeared behind her.

Swoosh!

With a soft rustle, a graceful figure appeared in the pavilion.

The young girl was holding a large bowl full of soup noodles, with firm noodles and thick slices of beef, steaming hot, and the aroma of braised beef noodles wafted through the air.

Daring to eat so much late at night, and with such a well-maintained figure, who else could it be but Su Qiangwei?

"Didn't… haven't waited too long."

Jin Yina's lips were somewhat dry from the night wind, her voice hoarse: "Just arrived a little bit early."

She had no idea what kind of movement method they used.

The gap in status was too great.

Having already received a subtle warning earlier and now witnessing their display of abilities, Jin Yina's petty thoughts had completely evaporated, no longer daring to fantasize about binding with Ma Ran.

Although the Emotional Tribulation was overpoweringly strong, only requiring physical contact to complete the binding, however...

Jin Yina didn't believe she had a chance to get close enough to Ma Ran.

Even if they were only separated by mere centimeters, it would remain the same.

In Jin Yina's view, the Demon Child, who had not uttered a single word since arriving here, seemingly savoring his wine, was likely focusing all his attention on her.

As for Su Qiangwei, fully engrossed in enjoying her beef noodles, she was probably just putting on an act.

She was a dignified Martial God, one of only two National Guardian level superpower users in China. Would Grass Hut Academy ever let her starve?

Just an ordinary bowl of beef noodles, how could it possibly make her so happy?

Jin Yina didn't believe for a moment that the famed Martial God would lower her guard at such a time.

The carefree and simple-minded sand sculpture girl image was just a facade of the Martial God!

Jin Yina wouldn't be fooled!

Just as Jin Yina was suppressing her impulse, Ma Ran's voice suddenly sounded in her ear.

"We don't have much time to waste here with you."

"There's no need to overthink it."

"Today's invitation is merely to offer an opportunity for cooperation, nothing more."

"No need for mind games, no need for testing each other."

"If you're willing, that's great. If not, we won't force you."

Jin Yina forced a smile, her previously throbbing wrist now feeling slightly numb.

Although she had no idea what the partnership entailed, however...

No one wanting to be "suicided," does she have the right to refuse?

"Let's get straight to the point."

Ma Ran said calmly, "In the near future, we will provide you with a powerful opposite-sex binding target."

"If all goes well, your Emotional Tribulation ability could grant you combat power akin to 'God'."

"And we, in turn, will gain an ally."

Mentioning God, Jin Yina felt they were hinting at something: "So, my target for binding is Matt Gray?"

That "God" was actually a good choice as one of her top three targets.

Jin Yina no longer possessed her previous confidence.

Whether S-level or National Guardian level, fundamentally, they referred to entities powerful like monsters, capable of influencing the world's equilibrium.

Except for Jin Yina herself.

"..."

Jin Yina was now feeling somewhat despondent.

If she hadn't just undergone Su Qiangwei's "National Guardian quality inspection," Jin Yina might seriously doubt she had overestimated the level of her Emotional Tribulation ability.

Heaven knows how many bizarre subsidiary abilities other S-level superpower users possess!

"No, the divine authority of God is quite unique."

Ma Ran explained, "Sharing it would dilute its power, lowering it from an Upper-Rank National Guardian to a Middle Rank National Guardian status."

Beside him, Su Qiangwei slurped the last of the noodle soup, waving her hand.

The noodle bowl, stained with red oil and soup residues, was spotless and brand-new in the blink of an eye.

This was the effect of the Under Development level superpower, "Tableware Cleaning," at work.

Su Qiangwei firmly believed that in the world, no superpower was trash, only superpowers without a suitable application.

Even "Tableware Cleaning," considered the bottom of the Under Development level, had its chance to shine!

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