Tyrannical Tycoon Haunts Me Relentlessly-Chapter 954: More Important Than Life Itself

Amid the enthusiastic applause, Yuan Yaying was led onto the stage by the usher.

She had a slight smile on her lips, her steps steady, not so excited that she couldn’t move her feet.

On the road to victory, she never thought of giving up, but there were some things she had come to understand.

Just like Yu Wanqing, whose results must not be worse than hers, yet she was powerless.

Today’s achievement was beyond Yuan Yaying’s expectations.

Besides Yu Wanqing, she actually had another competitor, her friend Xia Yinian.

She knew Xia Yinian’s alchemy skills well and was aware she might not be a match for her.

"Miss Yuan Yaying is a student at Kyoto University and the third-place winner of the last Alchemy Competition..." the Emcee introduced Yuan Yaying.

Standing at the highest position, Yuan Yaying kept her gaze locked on Xia Yinian.

Only she knew that without today’s surprise, she might not have been the champion this time.

"Next, please welcome this year’s runner-up, Miss Li Yuetong. Everyone, give a warm applause!" the Emcee’s loud voice resonated.

Xia Yinian steadied her breath, curling her lips slightly.

Yu Wanqing was this year’s third-place winner. Whether her score was manipulated was still uncertain.

However, she knew Yu Wanqing must be deeply frustrated now.

On the screen, besides Yuan Yaying being the champion, there was Leng Zhishuo in fourth place.

This meant that she, Yuan Yaying, and Leng Zhishuo all had the opportunity to participate in the year-end International Alchemy Competition.

The competition was held abroad, and Ye City was sending representatives for the first time.

As long as there was still a chance, Xia Yinian’s mood wasn’t too bad.

After carefully reviewing her score, she truly felt increasingly confident in herself.

"Please welcome Lady Qing, Yu Wanqing!" the Emcee smilingly reminded for the third time.

"Lady Qing, please!" The usher stood beside Yu Wanqing, bowing respectfully several times.

Yu Wanqing took a deep breath before slowly standing up.

She was the third-place winner, how could that be? Grandpa didn’t say it like this.

She was sure she had the ability to win, how could she be third?

Even though Xia Yinian’s name came after hers, seeing the words "Xia Yinian" on the screen was something Yu Wanqing couldn’t accept.

How could a rookie appear on the same screen as her name?

Yu Wanqing couldn’t calm down at all, but in such a public setting, she could only make herself appear elegant and noble.

Her man was still on stage, she couldn’t embarrass him, nor could she embarrass the Yu Family.

Today’s competition couldn’t be streamed all day, but at such an important moment, it was definitely being broadcasted.

Yu Wanqing stood at her designated position, and Leng Zhishuo also went up.

"Lastly, please welcome our fifth-place winner today, who is also the last eligible contestant for the year-end International Alchemy Competition, Xia Yinian onto the stage." 𝒻𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘸ℯ𝒷𝘯𝘰𝑣ℯ𝑙.𝘤𝑜𝘮

"There was a bit of an incident today, Miss Xia was a little frightened, but at the last moment, she still protected her product."

"Her quality of valuing alchemy above her own life is worthy of everyone’s learning."

"Now, let’s warmly applaud Miss Xia Yinian!" the Emcee bowed with respect.

Gu Lingqian said nothing, lifting Xia Yinian into his arms and walking toward the stage.

Next to Yu Wanqing’s position, Gu Lingqian gently placed Xia Yinian down.

He held her tightly, letting her weight lean against him to reduce the pain in her legs.