“What kind of technique is this?” Edward couldn’t help but ask.“The Smoke Blade Technique,” responded the Great Blade.“Wow, it’s a good name. And Impressive work, truly,” Edward praised, extending his thumbs up in approval.Witnessing their two robots instantly reduced to nothingness, Benson and Peter felt an unprecedented weight bearing down on them. Little did they know that the young man before them could actually trump their ace in the hole. It was simply too incredible to believe.Now, he wished he could pull a disappearing act like a vanishing trick, or find a rabbit hole in the hotel's floor to crawl through. But all those hopes were in vain. Now, Edward's two Robot Warriors were slowly closing in on them.With a thud, they both dropped to their knees in an instant."Spare us, please."Edward waved his hand, and his two Robot Warriors immediately stepped back. Another wave, and both of them shrank back to their original size, resembling nothing more than small cell phones. Ed
Evelyn had finally returned to her snug and inviting dorm room, the warmth of which embraced her like old friend."Well, well, look who's back in the game," chimed a girl slightly shorter than Evelyn, her hair cascading in waves like a river's embrace."I was on the verge of dialing 911," she continued with a wink.This girl was Zoe, Evelyn's roommate. Despite not towering over Evelyn, Zoe possessed a charm of her own, especially with a figure sculpted as if by the hands of a gym artist."Yep, Evelyn, you have no clue the levels of anxiety you've put us through. We were brainstorming abduction scenarios and everything. So, how'd it go? Did you snag that leading lady role?" injected another roommate, Linda.Her speech was a rhythmic dance as her twin braids swayed in tandem as if in sync with her bubbly persona, creating an endearing sight.Her expression transformed, lips pursed, eyes widened as if awaiting a juicy secret."I'm itching for the deeds!" she exclaimed."I apologize for p
"I was just pulling your leg," Edward quipped, a glint of mischief in his eyes. "Come on, let me sweep you off to a French feast that'll leave your taste buds dancing the tango.""No need for all that fancy jazz, a burger and a splash of charm are right up my alley," Lily retorted, a playful spark in her gaze. "This way, we'll be back in the comfort zone before the night's stars even start their shifts. I've always had a soft spot for the laid-back life. Cozying up at home with you to watch TV is like finding the lost chord of happiness.""Alright, the baton is in your hand," Edward quipped, a gentle smile teasing his lips. "You've got some real magic up your sleeve, Lily."With the cue taken, Edward chauffeured Lily to the neon-lit fast-food joint they'd caught sight of through the car window. In a minute, Edward and Lily came out of it with a bundle of burgers."It looks like we didn’t buy any coke," Lily arched an eyebrow, a note of regret in her tone."No worries, we've got plenty
As night's curtain fell, the Ford University campus shimmered like a celestial river of stars. The dance of lights from the freshman soirée adorned the entire square. Edward strode into the vibrant scene, clad in a sleek ebony suit that exuded confidence. The melody of the music wove through the air, intermingling with joyous laughter and merriment.Edward found himself amidst a bustling throng, a sea of young souls swaying and twirling, liberating torrents of hormones. He couldn't help but be swept up by the contagious atmosphere, surrendering to the music's embrace and grooving gently.In the midst of this, a light tap on his shoulder interrupted him. Edward turned, eyes widening in pleasant surprise as he saw it was Ray. Their gaze locked, as if traversing a temporal tunnel, and the joy of reuniting again surged through their beings."Thrilled you made it," Ray beamed at Edward, his expression painted with delight. "Tonight's your night to revel. Found a dance partner yet?"Edward
The grand hall was a cauldron of animated chatter, unleashing waves of excitement that reached towering heights."Look at that greenhorn, he doesn't even know which way the wind blows. Our president's kid, that blond-haired lad, not only has blue blood coursing through his veins but also grew up amidst stacks of bills. His mum's a billionaire, for crying out loud. The entire school's tough guys wouldn't dare ruffle a single hair on his head. I reckon the newbie is in for a major embarrassment.""But who's to say the newbie's the one in for trouble? It might just be the other way around.""Can't say for sure. This new bloke seems to have some tricks up his sleeve. If he manages to put that cocky lad in his place, that would be a showstopper. I mean, who asked the president's son to be such a big shot?"Within the dance floor arena, the blond-haired lad fixed his gaze upon Edward, his sinister smirk freezing onto his face as if carved in stone."Alright then, let's set the rules for thi
In the midst of Edward's introspection, Daniel had already earned a symphony of cheers. As the spotlight cascaded upon him, it illuminated a more confident and vivacious image. His every move was precise, dance steps flowing with the grace of a seasoned master. Suddenly, Daniel decelerated, his body flowing like liquid. The arch of his back was soft and seamless, as if propelled by some enigmatic force. Then, in a swift motion, he pressed his body to the floor, executing a roll - a move of impressive complexity. The audience watched in rapturous awe, emitting sporadic bursts of cheers. “He’s truly living up to the title of our school's hip-hop dance king." From within the crowd, some girls joined in the chorus, "I adore you, hip-hop prince!" It appeared that as long as a man had talent, even if his character were questionable, he wouldn't be lacking in foolish admirers. At this point, Edward's attention was snared by the chorus of screams. Subsequently, Edward, amid the audien
Chapter 105"You... bastard, you just wait for your punishment," Daniel groaned as he lay on the ground, his gaze fixed angrily on Edward.Edward stepped forward and delivered a few more swift kicks."I’ve told you, I was just doing you a favor,” said he, a sardonic twist to his lips."Right, a favor!" the crowd chimed in unison, a chorus of agreement.Edward decided he'd had enough, not wanting to further engage with Daniel.He walked over to Evelyn, flashing a grin."Well, it seems I've finally aired grievances for you and all women here at Ford University. Looks like this ball is coming to an end. Shall we depart?"Just then, Edward's childhood friend Ray and his girlfriend joined them. Ray gave a thumbs-up."You nailed it, Edward. Who knew you were such a champion of justice? Though I fear trouble might be knocking at your door soon."At that moment, Rachael also gave Edward a thumbs-up."Who'd have thought you were a dancing maestro? And kudos for standing up for what's right. Ev
After Edward sauntered back home, Lily had wrapped up her day's toil and was back at their love nest. “Darling, these roses are for you,” Edward purred as he handed Lily a bouquet of 999 roses.Lily's eyes lit up like a sky full of stars.“Thank you, Edward, you're quite the Casanova,” she cooed as she embraced the roses.“But honestly, every time you flood me with these blooms, I'm practically playing Jenga with my arms. Can't we tone it down next time to just one, perhaps?”Edward's laughter was like a symphony of romance.“Oh, my dear, I can't settle for anything less than 999. It's the magic number that weaves our love's eternal tapestry.'Lily cocked an eyebrow, throwing a curveball.“That's just a retail jingle, you know. In the words of ancient wisdom from the land of the Great Wall – I believe it says, 'One gives birth to two, two gives birth to three, and three gives birth to all things.' It means that the essence of everything is rooted in one. So, when you gift me a single