Just as everyone was chattering away, Jiahao appeared behind them.
Today’s Ultimate Hao looked far more serious than usual, and the tense atmosphere quickly spread to everyone present.
At a moment like this, it had to be Jiaxin who stepped up.
Jiaxin: “Jiahao, your Hao Domain is really getting in the way.”
Jiahao froze for a second, then immediately understood what Jiaxin meant. He burst out laughing and shut off the Hao Domain.
“Haha! Bring it on!”
Jiaxin laughed just as hard and clapped the Ultimate Hao on the shoulder. The others relaxed too, all wearing easy smiles as they offered their blessings.
“Go on, you dumb hood guy — go prove you’re more than just a guy who makes a living off jokes.”
“If it gets too tough, switch with me.”
“Hang in there, Hao-ge.”
Watching this funny yet heartwarming scene, everyone’s inner tension eased a lot. And Jiahao’s response to all the cheers was a single, full-of-confidence shout:
“Alright!!!”
Will he win?
“He will!”
“If you can do it, then by all means, come and try.”
“Just so we’re clear beforehand… you’re the challenger!”