Tan's eyes widened as he looked at Cass, his heart pounding in his chest. Sure, before Cass lost his healing power, he was a little better than him, but not by that much.
The fear Cass evoked, a skill typically mastered by seasoned healers, was impressive. Tan knew his own healing abilities couldn't compare, and now that Cass had performed, he was certain to secure a spot at Bei Academy.
No, Tan couldn't allow Cass to become Yuning's privileged student. This was his chance to spend time with Yuning and show him they were meant to be together.
Swallowing nervously, Tan resolved to convince Cass using his fabricated trauma. He was confident he could manipulate Cass, especially since Cass believed he and Shaifeng used to share a bed only because of his nightmares.
Shaifeng stared at Cass in disbelief. As he reflected on their conversation, a flush crept up his cheeks. Even though Tan was his soulmate, he knew he and Cass were incomparable.