Chapter 13: Crossroads of Destiny

Minh Hoang entered the classroom with a mixed mood, Ngoc Han's words still echoing in his mind. Her words made him unable to stop thinking about what was waiting ahead. The battle in the Elite Assembly was not just an intellectual competition, but also a place where relationships were tested, where honesty and calculation could determine fate.

Just sat down, he saw Thanh Khai's eyes from behind. He was silent, intently looking at him, without saying a word. Minh Hoang could feel a patience, an expectation in his eyes, but he did not know how to respond.

At this time, Lieu entered the classroom with a confident demeanor. She passed by Minh Hoang and Thanh Khai's table, her eyes glancing over them coldly. Lieu said nothing, only gave a mocking smile and sat down in her place.

Thanh Khai remained unchanged, he just quietly turned back to look out the window, as if everything around was no longer important.

Minh Hoang could not help but feel a little strange at Thanh Khai's silence. He was used to him always saying what he thought, but today was completely different. This feeling made Minh Hoang unable to stop wondering. Could it be that Thanh Khai was hiding something? Or could he be thinking about what had happened over the past time?

"What are you thinking about?" Ngoc Han suddenly spoke, interrupting Minh Hoang's train of thought. She was sitting in front of him, turned back and looked at him with curious eyes.

"Nothing much..." Minh Hoang replied vaguely, but his answer could not hide the awkwardness in his eyes.

Ngoc Han raised an eyebrow, not revealing surprise, but clearly she had noticed something. "You can share with me if you need. Anyway, I'm always ready to listen."

Minh Hoang felt a bit confused, but Ngoc Han's invitation made him feel more comfortable. "I don't know whether to participate or not. It feels like everything is forcing me to join this vortex, but I don't want to be a part of this war."

Ngoc Han looked at Minh Hoang for a long time, then she smiled lightly. "Actually, no one can decide for you. You can only choose for yourself. But once you step in, there is no turning back."

Ngoc Han's words were like a bell ringing in Minh Hoang's heart. He knew she was right, but that did not make his decision easier. This competition was not just an intellectual test, but also a battle of power, influence, and perhaps even feelings.

When the class ended, Minh Hoang stood up to prepare to leave when a familiar figure walked in. To Nhuan - the one he had met in recent days. That girl had a cold demeanor, but made others feel the determination in every gesture. Her long hair fluttered in the wind, and those eyes always contained an unwavering determination.

To Nhuan passed Minh Hoang without stopping, but her eyes suddenly glanced at him, and then a vague smile appeared on her lips. That look made Minh Hoang feel like a wordless message, a challenge that he could not help but accept.

"What are you going to do?" Minh Hoang could not stop asking himself as he watched To Nhuan's figure.

Ngoc Han stood beside him, heard Minh Hoang's question, then she smiled lightly. "To Nhuan is a very different person. She is not simple. And if you really decide to participate in the Assembly, then there will be times to face people like her."

Minh Hoang nodded, feeling the choice became more complicated than ever. He not only struggled with himself, but also had to face challenges from those around him. The Elite Assembly was not a simple game, and he had begun to realize that every decision he made could lead to unforeseen changes.

The battle had begun, and Minh Hoang could not stay out of it forever.