308 Juicy Forum ? (1/2)
One day before the official commencement of cat king competition, Zhao Yao was standing beneath a magnolia tree, browsing the contents of the cat forum.
Opposite him stood Zhao Xue, who was in the midst of her intense training, as she continued sparring with the magically conjured Matcha.
Zhao Yao realized that this platform was not restricted to cat kings of the respective districts. Many apostles and supercats had successfully entered. Zhao Yao suspected that the cat king of the north had started distributing his superphones to them.
However, this made the forum way livelier than before with all sorts of comments flying through the place.
One particular thread was exceptionally popular, bursting with replies. The thread was titled, hot favorites for this year's cat king competition.
”Oh, that is something that I should be looking at. I must do my homework and gain a better understanding of my upcoming opponents.”
He began by reading the first post on the tread, ”The current Jiangmen City was unlike the past, with all sorts of powerful apostles and supercats roaming the streets. However, only one person will prevail and clinch the title of cat king. That person is none other than Chimera.”
A reply popped up, ”Who is Chimera?”
Another reply quickly followed behind, ”You don't even know who is Big Bro Chimera? He could easily burn the entire city to a crisp if he wishes to.”
Zhao Yao curled his lips in disgust and muttered, ”Exaggeration! However, this name sounds so familiar. Isn't this the cat which the Japanese brought in previously?” Zhao Yao suddenly recalled that this was the fire-breathing cat which Nanami brought from Japan. However, Chimera had gone missing since that incident.
Zhao Yao can't believe that Chimera had turned into a cat king during this period and it's even participating in the competition.
Another reply popped up, ”King Hanada! He is a well-respected cat king who embodies the perfect culmination of wit and strength. I will submit unconditionally to his rule if he were to become the cat king of Jiangmen City.”
”Who even cares about what others think of him? Are you still living in some godforsaken era? The Cat King of the North is definitely the richest amongst them all. With him as the cat king, we will not have to fret for food or water!”
”The four cat kings have already said that they weren't participating. In my opinion, the headless horseman stands a good chance.” A smile crept up Zhao Yao's face when he read that comment as he secretly left a like.
”What's so good about the headless horseman? All he knows is to catch those petty thieves. Last time, I saw one pair of apostle and cat leading an entire army, but I've no idea if they're participating.”
”All the cats combined together will not hold a candle to Saint Cat!”
”Emperor Cat is laughing at all of your silly arguments!”
Suddenly, a black curtain descended on the screen once again. Zhao Yao rolled his eyes instinctively. He knew exactly what commercial awaited him.
Immediately, a black and white cat ambled forward with a bowl of cat rice dangling by its mouth.
”Have you thought of what to give for the upcoming new year celebration? Fret not, we have the perfect gift for you!”
”Northern cat cat food, your trusted partner.”
Zhao Yao finally endured through the commercial as he began sifting through the forum.The forum abounded in information of participating supercats, turning it into a marketplace for a squabble. However, this had allowed Zhao Yao to gain an insight into the situation in Jiangmen City.
There were three supercats which were widely expected to sweep the competition. They were Chimera, Saint Cat, and Emperor Cat.
These cats were involved in a few large-scale operations and were thrown into the limelight ever since. With their large fan base, it was natural that they enjoyed the greatest fanfare for their participation.
While he was busy scanning through the messages, Zhao Yao noticed Zhao Xue stopping in her tracks. He raised his head and noticed her gasping for breath, with beads of sweat falling from her body.
”Done with practice?” Zhao Yao muttered while nodding his head. With one finger running across his phone, he controlled Matcha's illusion and said, ”I guess that's it for today. I will give you the power of invisibility for you to return.” With that, he instantly shook Roly Poly awake with a kick to his belly.
Roly Poly struggled to open his heavy eyelids before letting out a long and loud yawn.
However, Zhao Xue's face was a mixture of confusion and hesitation when she whispered, ”King George, there is something that I wish to tell you but I'm not sure how to put it across.”