Becoming a life winner from infancy

The last situational challenge theme reignited some contestants' fighting spirit to compete for the title of Moe King, which even Yue Yipei considered good news.

Frankly, she admitted she really hadn't expected those two little rascals to hold out till now without dropping out.

Indeed, they were performing even better than she had during her first time on the show.

It was as if they wanted to compete with her for the title of "Strongest of the Century"!

But if the two of them advanced, then things would get really tricky.

Yue Yipei, analyzing her opponents and the situation daily, certainly knew how wildly the "Nuo Nuo Shake" had taken over the internet.

Originally she thought You You would be tough to deal with, but she and Fang You were both considered powerhouse contestants, so it was somewhat evenly matched.

If Nuo Nuo got to the final stage, with her popularity and the perfect match for the Moe King vibe, Yue Yipei might as well declare she'd compete again next year.

Now, she had to rely on the following few contestants to step it up...

The ones closest in points to Xia Nuo were the basketball prodigy Lu Weizhuang and the motorbike prodigy Su Mumu. Your next chapter is on m v|l-e'm,p| y- r

They seemed at least to be more reliable than the street dance prodigy Xin Luhan and the foreign language prodigy Li Dani.

And according to the rules for points, it wouldn't be surprising if some dark horses emerged later on.

Let's have a bit of expectation...

Following the staff, the group arrived at the final challenge arena, the trailhead behind Shepherd's Flute Village, festooned with lanterns on both sides of the mountain gate, truly giving off a festive vibe.

This place had been in preparation ever since they arrived; it seemed the show's budget was all spent here.

[No way, the final challenge is actually a test of courage?]

[Don't start something, program team, if I don't see Nuo Nuo advance, we're not finished]

[You all think this challenge is no good? I think it's quite a good opportunity for Nuo Nuo's growth, after all, she can't rely on You You to protect her forever]

[Why does Nuo Nuo have to leave You You, isn't it good to be together always?]

It was evening now, and looking at the mountainous path stretching endlessly ahead, Xia Nuo did not hop and skip as usual but clutched Fang You's hand tightly.

Nuo Nuo was indeed very afraid of ghosts.

Actually, it wasn't just ghosts.

She was also very afraid of the dark.

Every night, she would hug herself tightly.

Snuggling into her own embrace.

And she would demand to still be held.

She only felt very safe with her back against someone else.

"You You, do you think I'm very cowardly?"

Xia Nuo mumbled with her head down, "I'm already five and still like this."

"What do you mean, 'already five'... You're quite amazing, aren't you?"

"But, how come You You isn't afraid of anything!"

"Don't compare yourself to me."

Fang You said, "I'm not like the other kids."

"How are you different, are you talking about the pee-pee thing?"

Xia Nuo said, "Don't worry about that incident at all, even if everyone else mocks you, I would definitely never do that."

"Well, that's not really what I meant..."

Fang You smiled, "When you grow up, you'll understand."

In fact, walking along, Fang You also knew that Xia Nuo was indeed quite an extraordinary kid.

She could talk at 1, appeared on shows at 2, learned piano at 3, and danced at 4.

Apart from not being tall, her athletic and artistic talents also far surpassed those of her peers.

I'm sorry, Nuo Nuo!

It's just because I'm too excellent, inevitably putting pressure on you, making you wonder if you're not doing good enough.

I will take responsibility for you!

So, Fang You decided to put aside his pride and encourage Xia Nuo as a good friend:

"However, I think being afraid of the dark isn't something to be ashamed of, just like wetting the bed. Look at sister Yue Yipei, despite how awesome she is now, she was so scared on her first show that she wet the bed."

"No way... didn't the Orchid Fairy join her first competition at 7, and she still wet the bed?"

[Yue Yipei heard you laughing at her! Emotional Energy +5]

"What I mean is... Everyone has a weakness, doesn't the Jasmine Fairy also have a fear of bugs?"

"Then... what's You You's weakness?"

Xia Nuo tilted her head and asked Fang You, "We've been living together for so long, and I don't know what You You is afraid of."

Fang You thought for a moment, "It should be not being able to bear seeing Nuo Nuo upset, I get sad when Nuo Nuo is sad."

He smiled faintly, "I love to see our Nuo Nuo laughing."

"When I laugh, you always like it?"

"Like it, yes." Fang You nodded.

"Like this?" Xia Nuo made a funny face, grinning with his teeth showing.

"I like it."

"How about this smile?" Xia Nuo squinted while smiling, his mouth turned up high.

"Um..."

"Then how about this—"

Xia Nuo was trying hard to produce a very funny expression, which earned Fang You's disdain.

"Enough!"

Fang You smacked Xia Nuo's head, then hugged and fiercely straightened him out.

Worrying about Nuo Nuo's mental state was really superfluous...

The final survival challenge in Shepherd's Flute Village wasn't starting until seven in the evening, so everyone started by drawing lots to determine the order of participation.

Thanks to Fang You's comforting just now, Xia Nuo's mood had stabilized a lot.

She drew the third position for the challenge, while Fang You, quite fairly, ended up with the very last spot.

At this point, Xia Nuo also firmed up her resolve.

"You You, You You, listen to me, I've thought it through..."

Xia Nuo spoke earnestly, "The Moe King exists to bring people courage and strength. If I'm always afraid of the dark and ghosts, and think of relying on you whenever I face a little difficulty, then I don't deserve to be the Moe King."

"Not bad, quite spirited."

Fang You patted Xia Nuo's head, "I'll be here waiting to hear you play the shepherd's flute."

"Mm-hmm!"

Seeing Xia Nuo's firm determination to compete, Qu Mo nearby couldn't help but let out a laugh.

A timid little friend scared of ghosts is boasting about wanting to be the Moe King...

It seems that tonight we'll be treated to a drama of crying, calling for mommy, or even getting so scared that someone wets their pants!

"Hey, what are you laughing at that's so funny? Share it with me too."

"Nothing..."

Caught in the act, Qu Mo became a bit nervous.

Su Mumu asked curiously, "Do you think you're sure to win?"

"Not exactly."

"Even though you're ranked last, you're still so confident?"

"Ah, no, that's not what I meant!"

Sweat beaded on Qu Mo's forehead.

Su Mumu pondered, stroking her chin.

"But even if you get first place, you won't enter the top three, right…"

"I, I know."

Qu Mo wiped the sweat from his forehead and watched Su Mumu walk past him.

To kill one needs not only strength but also resolve!

Su Mumu and Xia Nuo held hands, swaying as if to cheer Xia Nuo on.

Tsk...

Was she standing up for Nuo Nuo just now?

Insisting on crushing me.

Hmph... If it weren't for me being out of sorts, how could I possibly fear you!

Women are so annoying, thinking they're so great just because they're pretty.

It's because I've been constantly overshadowed by that five-year-old kid that I feel so lacking in confidence right now.

Ending the round of challenges like this leaves me feeling somewhat unsatisfied...

By now, the players waiting at the temple gate began to grow impatient.

"Sheesh, sitting and waiting is so boring. Can't they speed things up a bit?"

"Then, why don't we find something interesting to do?"

"What interesting thing to do? Any ideas, everyone?"

...

Listening to everyone's discussions and seeing Xia Nuo sitting on the side, an evil thought suddenly popped into Qu Mo's mind!

So he stood up and suggested, "Since it's an event to test our courage, why don't we all share some ghost stories to liven up the atmosphere a bit? How about it?"

"Yeah, yeah, that's a great idea! Sounds like fun!"

And then Qu Mo saw Xia Nuo's face suddenly turn anxious.

Exactly, exactly, that expression, love to see it, the more the better!

I'm such a villain!

Qu Mo felt very happy.