Merging with Demon Spirits-Chapter 397 - 296: I Am Ye Qiu

Inside the hotel room.

"You want to be a main player?"

The person asking this question was the team leader of the Great Wall Team, Sheng Qi. He sat on the sofa, his expression slightly changing, and his tone carried a hint of surprise.

The opening ceremony had just ended, and the finals would officially begin tomorrow. He never expected such a twist to occur.

Moreover, the person causing this stir was actually Ye Qiu.

Sheng Qi understood Ye Qiu’s character quite well. As a super genius, he was confident but not arrogant, and he got along well with classmates. There were no known conflicts or disputes, and Ye Qiu was very popular among students, with a high reputation.

Although Ye Qiu had outstanding talent, he was still young and had always been in a substitute role in the team. He never fought for anything.

In Sheng Qi’s view, perhaps due to his exceptional talent and sufficient resources, Ye Qiu lacked the vigor of young people and was even somewhat lazy.

But he never thought that at this crucial moment, this person who seemed indifferent to the world would want to cause a stir.

He had never fought for anything, but when he acted, it was to seize the position of the main player.

Opposite Sheng Qi, Ye Qiu stood straight, dressed in a white T-shirt and jeans. Facing the leader’s gaze, he nodded and said calmly, "Yes, I want to be a main player."

His tone remained calm and expressionless, yet it revealed an undisputable determination.

Sheng Qi glanced at the coach sitting beside him. The latter was smoking, seemed a bit helpless, and said, "Dean Sheng, don’t look at me. I just found out, and I came to you as soon as I knew."

The university’s team coaches were of a high standard, but their strength was generally not as strong and couldn’t be compared with coaches from the Glory Alliance.

Some coaches were even weaker than the team members and had very little authority, so the members didn’t really fear the coaches.

The coach was the first to know about Ye Qiu’s case but couldn’t make the decision; it still depended on the team leader.

If the leader agreed, he also had no objections.

"No wonder you want to participate in the rookie challenge tonight."

At this moment, Sheng Qi finally realized why the usually lazy and low-profile Ye Qiu wanted to replace Chen Xing and participate in this rookie challenge.

It was all premeditated.

First, he showcased his abilities and talent, as well as his extraordinary popularity, which gave him the confidence to propose conditions.

"Give me a reason that can convince me."

Sheng Qi looked at Ye Qiu.

In his opinion, no matter what reason was given, it would be unconvincing, and he wouldn’t agree.

After all, the five main players had prepared for this day since their third year, and they had a tacit understanding. They were in great shape now, with no injuries, and the finals were tomorrow. How could they easily replace someone?

Changing anyone would be inappropriate and unacceptable.

Furthermore, each of these five main players had family or consortium support, and replacing any one of them could not be easily resolved.

Reasons?

Ye Qiu indeed had reasons but couldn’t state them.

Just like Yang Ningbing’s urgency at the moment, Ye Qiu was the same. He had his father start collecting the soul skills he wanted, and they had already found them.

As long as the soul skill absorption was successful, there was a great hope for the main player position.

This was the reason he was fighting for.

Without finding a reason, Ye Qiu stood there in silence for a while. When Sheng Qi started to get a bit impatient, he finally said slowly, "I am Ye Qiu!"

I am Ye Qiu?

Is this a reason?

Hearing Ye Qiu’s response, Sheng Qi and the others were slightly stunned, almost bursting into laughter.

What kind of reason is that?

They admitted that Ye Qiu was extraordinarily talented and was nationally recognized as a super genius, having refined a high-level Thorny Demon Dragon demon spirit. He was the first young person nationwide and ranked fifth on the Glory Rookie List.

But even so, wasn’t this too arrogant?

With this reason alone, did he think he could replace the main player’s position and be accepted?

Seeing the slightly surprised and mocking expressions of Sheng Qi and the others, Ye Qiu felt somewhat embarrassed. After all, it did seem like self-praise. He thought for a moment and then said, "My strength is not weaker than Yun Kai and Dong Yunan. As part of the Three Heroic Academies, if they can be main players, I can too."

Upon hearing this, Sheng Qi raised an eyebrow. Facing Ye Qiu’s stubbornness, he felt a bit helpless. If it were anyone else, he would have already been furious. Not to mention the main role, they wouldn’t even have a substitute position, but facing Ye Qiu, such a favored individual, he could only suppress his anger and say, "That is the bet between Lin Feng’s team and the Red Cloud Team. Winning grants the qualification to be a main player. If you can find four more people and defeat the five main players, I have no objections."

Ye Qiu remained silent.

He naturally couldn’t gather four more players, and even if he did, they wouldn’t be opponents.

Seeing Ye Qiu silent again, his head slightly lowered as if dejected, Sheng Qi and the others secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

"You’re only in your third year, and you can participate in the next National College Glory League in two years. That’s your stage. There’s no need to be so anxious."

Sheng Qi advised.

But there was no response.

Just when the two thought Ye Qiu had given up hope, they heard him raise his head, "If I can’t become a main player this time, I won’t participate in the next one."

Upon hearing this, the coach’s expression changed, and Sheng Qi’s expression directly turned gloomy. He stood up, looking at Ye Qiu sternly, "Are you threatening me, threatening Great Wall University?"

At this point, Ye Qiu’s face was slightly pale.

To be the team leader, Sheng Qi’s strength was beyond doubt. As one of the three deputy deans of the Demon Spirit Master Academy, he was a Soul King expert. Just a slight pressure made Ye Qiu feel stiff, his heart racing, and it was extremely uncomfortable.

"No, I’m stating a fact."

Facing Sheng Qi’s stern gaze, Ye Qiu did not avoid it, and he said with determination, "If I can’t become a main player, I will drop out."

Drop out!

Undoubtedly, this was another threat!

Upon hearing this, the atmosphere became frighteningly oppressive.

Sheng Qi looked at Ye Qiu icily. This was the most talented student he had ever taught, and also the first one to dare threaten him.

Using dropping out as a threat, what a cur!

If it were anyone else, he would have expelled them long ago.

But, he’s Ye Qiu.

Not a student that could be easily expelled.

Furthermore, the threat of expulsion had no leverage on Ye Qiu, as he could easily switch to the other two hero academies. Red Cloud and Demon Star would welcome him warmly.

This situation was already heading towards a face-off, and Sheng Qi understood Ye Qiu’s determination wasn’t a test but a resolve to definitely become a main player.

"Who do you want to replace?"

After hesitating for a while, Sheng Qi asked.

"Gao Qiang."

Ye Qiu said without hesitation.

Sheng Qi frowned slightly.

The Great Wall Team’s main configuration is two mages, two warriors, and one support.

Gao Qiang refined the Ninth Grade Earth Demon Bear, which is an earth attribute combat series demon spirit, and his profession, like Ye Qiu, is inclined towards close combat as a warrior. Their fighting styles are also very similar. Even if substituted, the impact on tactics and teamwork is not that significant.

Of course, Zhan Tianyu is also a warrior, but as the captain, having refined the Six-armed Celestial Demon, and reaching the Sixth Grade Divine Fist Realm, he cannot be replaced.

Not even Ye Qiu.

It seems Ye Qiu has calculated carefully.

Replacing Gao Qiang wouldn’t significantly impact the team, but he is unwilling to do such a thing that could ruin someone’s future.

Becoming a main member and participating in the national college league is every student’s dream. For this day, Gao Qiang has worked hard and prepared for two or three years, suddenly replacing him with a substitute, who could accept that?

This position represents more than just the soul skill level!

Previously, when Yang Ningbing replaced the main member Xie Wei, even though it was due to winning by strength to secure this position, it still caused dissatisfaction among many students.

What would students say if Ye Qiu does this again?

If the main members of the team can be easily replaced, what meaning does the previous effort to enter the team have?

"Even if I agree, the other team members won’t agree."

Sheng Qi wanted to use this reason to shatter Ye Qiu’s naive fantasy.

Temporarily changing team members is a major taboo for teams.

The Glory Alliance is a five-person team battle, where cooperation is more important than individual combat strength.

Surely, the other team members would not easily agree.

Even if he agrees, it doesn’t matter if the team members don’t agree.

Previously, Yang Ningbing was able to replace Xie Wei as a main member, not only because of strong strength but mainly due to having Zhan Tianyu’s support.

As the captain, with his support, coupled with the effort of the Yang Family behind the scenes, paying a substantial price, only then could he successfully integrate into the team.

Zhan Tianyu and Yang Ningbing, both members of the Ten Great Clans of Shangjing, supporting each other is not surprising.

But Ye Qiu is from Jiang City.

Although he is the heir of a corporation and is not short of money, he still falls quite short compared to the Ten Great Clans.

"Zhan Tianyu, Yang Ningbing, and Chen Xing all agree for me to be a main member." Seeing Sheng Qi’s tone soften and seem somewhat agreeable, Ye Qiu quickly said.

All agree?

Chen Xing gave Ye Qiu the qualification for the rookie challenge, so Sheng Qi wasn’t surprised that he agreed, but it was unexpected for Zhan Tianyu and Yang Ningbing to agree as well.

"Old He, bring these three here," Sheng Qi said to the coach, Old He.

Soon, upon receiving notification, Zhan Tianyu and Chen Xing entered the room; Yang Ningbing went home, so she didn’t come.

Under Sheng Qi’s watchful eye, Zhan Tianyu first glanced at Ye Qiu, with some eye contact but no major response. Yet it was not surprising. It seemed they had received early notice.

"Ye Qiu wants to be a main member, do you agree?"

Without beating around the bush, Sheng Qi asked directly.

"Agree, very welcome."

Zhan Tianyu answered straight away without thinking.

Ye Qiu had already talked to him about this two days ago. If it were someone else, he wouldn’t have entertained it.

After all, Gao Qiang is stronger, and compared to Ye Qiu, their cooperation with Gao Qiang is more seamless.

But Ye Qiu is a member of the Avengers Alliance.

They fought against alien races in the Jade Seal Spatial Gate, experienced life and death together, even signed a contract, and share a secret. This kind of relationship is much more significant than that of team members.

This alliance can be said to be more important than the national college Glory League.

Though the champion’s reward is very tempting, obtaining diamond soul skills doesn’t mean you can absorb them.

If you cannot absorb them, what use is a divine level soul skill?

Lin Feng’s special ability is what matters most.

This is the key to the frightening cohesion and infinite future of the alliance.

This is the reason he agreed.

When Ye Qiu told him he wanted to be a main member, he and Yang Ningbing had no hesitation in expressing support. Even the rookie challenge qualification, he convinced Chen Xing to agree to it.

Chen Xing was somewhat taciturn, he said nothing, just nodded slightly.

Sheng Qi glanced at the two, didn’t say anything more, took out his phone, and made a call to Yang Ningbing, asked a question and hung up.

All three agreed, the opinion of the remaining main member was irrelevant.

Under Ye Qiu’s watch, Sheng Qi said lightly, "All three of them agree, you also have to defeat Gao Qiang."

Although very discontent with Ye Qiu’s threat, Sheng Qi ultimately agreed.

Of course, the premise is defeating Gao Qiang!

"Okay!"

Ye Qiu nodded, slightly bowed and left the room.

He had gotten the answer he wanted.

As for the battle, it’s inevitable.

He can compete for the main position relying on talent and the relationship with Zhan Tianyu and the three, but there are premises and bottom lines.

This bottom line is strength.

In the world of martial artists, strength reigns supreme.

Strength makes some controversies disappear.

Watching Ye Qiu and the others leave, Sheng Qi shook his head helplessly. At this critical moment, internal strife in the team, main and substitute battling is evidently foolish.

But it’s something that has to be accepted, even if he didn’t get the reason he wanted.

But as Ye Qiu said.

He is Ye Qiu!

An exceedingly arrogant, absurd but helpless, and irrefutable reason.