《Tsundere Campus Goddess and Rogue Master》 Tsundere Campus Goddess and Rogue Master – Synopsis and Cover Book Name: °Á½¿Ð£»¨Æ¦¸ßÊÖ£¨Tsundere Campus Goddess and Rogue Master£© Author Name: ÎÒ³ÔÂéÀ±ÌÌ £¨Wo Chi Ma La Tang£© Cover: Synopsis: Wang Xiao waspelled to descend from the mountain by his master, with his intrinsic energy cloistered, and a lovely woman erroneously believing him to be her betrothed. In a bid to safeguard his mistakenly assigned fianc¨¦e, he resolved to remain in the school teeming with enchanting beauties. With the same intent to defend his intended, he managed to transform the currents of power within the city. Chapter 1 C1 ¨C I am not your finance really!!! On the periphery of Forest City, a dashing young man treaded a precarious mountain path. The trail was hemmed in by a sheer drop on one side, lending it a rather perilous air. ¡°Foolish old man, your regard for women is overblown. You just wait. Upon my return, I¡¯ll undoubtedly put you in your ce.¡± Wang Xiao was heaving, simultaneously cursing under his breath. Beads of sweat, asrge as beans, traced paths down his forehead, falling onto the sun-baked earth below. As far as he could remember, he had resided in a humble, thatch-roofed cabin nestled in the mountains, sharing a peaceful existence with an elderly man who spent his days in meditation. A few days prior, a nun in her thirties had appeared on the mountain. The modest cottage could barely amodate two, let alone three. Consequently, Wang Xiao found his internal energy sealed by the old man before being unceremoniously dismissed from the mountain. Before executing his decision, the old man gave Wang Xiao¡¯s shoulder a reassuring pat and dered, ¡°Disciple, I feel a calling from the Heavenly Dao and shall engage in seclusion with the Abbess. Your time to descend the mountain and practice hase.¡± In his heart, Wang Xiao cursed the old man countless times. It was obvious that he was perceived as a nuisance. What pretense was the old man weaving? He had wandered in the wilderness for several days, without food or water. He had barely managed to navigate his way to Forest City, and his physical reserves were on the brink of depletion. ¡°Hehe, atst, I¡¯ve evaded capture. Tong Waner, today I shall make my escape from Forest City. Don¡¯t entertain the thought of trapping me in matrimony!¡± At this moment, a youngd dressed in casual attire approached on his motorcycle. His speed was moderate, and his voice emanated a sense of determination. The driver appeared to not register Wang Xiao¡¯s presence as he sped directly towards him. Alerted by this, Wang Xiao¡¯s reflexes were lightning-fast, nimbly sidestepping the oing motorcycle. ¡°Sorry, brother. I didn¡¯t do it on purpose.¡± The youth too realized his near-collision with a pedestrian. Hastily wheeling around, he issued an apology to Wang Xiao before speeding off. Wang Xiao¡¯s countenance altered. His eyes filled with bewilderment as he stared at the retreating figure on the bike. He couldn¡¯t trust his own sight. The youth bore a striking resemnce to him! ¡°Could it be that hunger has driven me to hallucinations?¡± Wang Xiao shook his head, dispelling the bewildering thoughts, and uttered in a tone of resignation. ¡°Look, son-inw is here!¡± Suddenly, a thunderous voice echoed from behind Wang Xiao. A ck Toyota van pulled up swiftly before Wang Xiao. Several bodyguards d in dark suits sprang from the vehicle, encircling Wang Xiao. Aunt, son-inw? Who should he call? Wang Xiao¡¯s eyes widened in surprise as he took in the bodyguards encircling him. ¡°Young Master, the Miss has been anticipating your return home for quite a while now. You¡¯ve been gallivanting about for six months. It¡¯s high time you came back,¡± one said. The chief bodyguard stepped forward, addressing Wang Xiao with a stern tone. ¡°You must be mistaking me for someone else. I don¡¯t recognize you,¡± Wang Xiao asserted. He directed his gaze to the lead bodyguard as he made his statement. Disregarding Wang Xiao¡¯s ims of mistaken identity, the bodyguards promptly moved in to apprehend him. Starved for several days and with his inner energy sealed by histe master, Wang Xiaocked the strength to resist and was swiftly hoisted into a Toyota MPV. The bodyguards then set off towards Forest City. ¡°Young Master, your game of make-believe is getting old. You¡¯ve resorted to this ruse far too often.¡± Tong Hu, seated in the front passenger seat, turned around, offering a resigned smile towards his mischief-loving son-inw who relished the game of hide and seek. Their son-inw always proved elusive, requiring considerable effort to locate, and every time they did, he¡¯d feign ignorance of their identities. ¡°Why don¡¯t you trust me¡­¡± Wang Xiao looked helpless. Hold on, a son-inw? Could it be the young man from before? The memory of the youth on the motorcycle suddenly resurfaced in Wang Xiao¡¯s mind. So, his earlier impressions were not mere illusions, but thed on the bike truly bore a striking resemnce to him? ¡°I assure you, there¡¯s been a mix-up. I just encountered a casually dressedd who happens to look a lot like me. If you pursue him immediately, you may yet catch up with him. I¡¯m serious!¡± Wang Xiao asserted his point with a grave countenance to Tong Hu. Upon hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s assertion, Tong Hu pivoted to face him, fixing him with a stern gaze, remaining speechless. ¡°Why are you looking at me like that?¡± A tad disconcerted by Tong Hu¡¯s intense scrutiny, Wang Xiao cleared his throat and spoke up. ¡°Young Master, we haven¡¯t crossed paths in half a year. It seems your aptitude for detecting untruths has declined. If you can¡¯t fool Miss, even I can¡¯t trick you.¡± A wry smile danced on the corners of Tong Hu¡¯s mouth as he shook his head in response. This is absolutely absurd! Wang Xiao was nearing the edge of his patience, especially as Tong Hu appeared unbending in his disbelief. His mind then harked back to the motorcyclist¡¯s words. Clearly, the man harbored no intentions of marrying the girl named ¡°Tong Waner.¡± Could it be that this girl called Tong Waner was extremely ugly? Thinking of this, Wang Xiao shivered. ¡°Young Miss, we brought Young Master back.¡± Tong Hu escorted Wang Xiao to an opulent vi nestled in the Eastern City of Forest City. He addressed the reclining girl on the vi¡¯s living room sofa with reverence. Wang Xiao nced towards the sofa, observing an elegant girl, donned in an off-shoulder T-shirt and a ck pleated skirt,nguidly stretched out. She held a scarf in her hands, engaged in weaving it, exuding an aura of gentleness and virtue. This girl was gorgeous! Wang Xiao¡¯s gaze ignited with interest, uncontrobly trailing along her straight, bnced legs. She possessed a svelte waist, twin prominent curves, and a porcin white neck. Her exquisite oval face, lengthy eyshes,rge eyes resembling ck gemstones, high-arched nose, and radiant red lips allbined to relentlessly remind Wang Xiao that he was in the presence of an extraordinary beauty! ¡°This girl is pretty, why is that brother so afraid of her?¡± Wang Xiao gently touched his chin, his eyes surveying the stunning woman before him with a mischievous grin. Tong Hu leaned in and whispered into the beautiful girl¡¯s ear, as if recounting the tale of his encounter with Wang Xiao. As Tong Hu concluded his narrative, the gorgeous girl finally lifted her delicate face to observe Wang Xiao. A captivating smile traced her lips as she sauntered towards him. Sensing her eyes on him, Wang Xiao coughed subtly. With a smile, he addressed her, ¡°This beauty, your fianc¨¦ may have fled, and for that, I sincerely sympathize. But with your stunning looks, you need not worry about attracting another man¡­ Pfft! ¡° Before he could finish, the beautiful girl tightened her fist andnded a punch in Wang Xiao¡¯s abdomen. Waves of acute pain instantly swept over him. In an instant, Wang Xiao understood why that brother ran away! This punch packed at least 30 kilograms of force. How could a mere mortal withstand such a blow?! ¡°Wang Xiao, you scoundrel. You constantly deceive me with tales of ascending the mountain for skill acquisition, only for Tong Hu to continually find you loafing around in the bar. And now, you pretend not to recognize me, is that it?¡± Tong Waner delicately bit her ruby lips. Her eyes, clear as crystals, were fixated on Wang Xiao, brimming with indignation as she let out a frosty snort. Wang Xiao, hearing this, was taken aback once more. This couldn¡¯t be a jest, could it? That man bore the same name, Wang Xiao? ¡°Your betrothed shares my name, Wang Xiao?¡± Wang Xiao couldn¡¯t resist posing the question. Bang! On hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s words, Tong Waner¡¯s beautiful countenance contorted with rage. Sheunched another assault on Wang Xiao¡¯s midsection with her dainty, pink-d fist. ¡°You good-for-nothing! Why persist with this charade? If you¡¯re not to call me Wang Xiao, then what should you call me?¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s eyes widened and hisplexion turned ashen. Cold sweat incessantly trickled down his forehead. The punch packed a staggering force of at least 40 Jin. He was dumbfounded. This was too much of a coincidence. In this world, it was fine if there was someone who looked exactly like him¡­ And they even had the same name? ¡°Miss Tong, I assure you, I¡¯m not your fianc¨¦, even though your intended shares my name and bears a striking resemnce to me¡­¡± Wang Xiao spoke to Tong Waner, his sentence culminating in an inevitable wry smile. Even he found his own words bordering on absurdity. How could there be another individual sharing both his name and his appearance? Bang¡­ ¡°You¡¯re still pretending!¡± Observing Wang Xiao¡¯s persistent denial of their engagement, Tong Waner¡¯s expression clouded over. Sheunched another fist in his direction. Wang Xiao experienced a sharp twinge in his midsection. Concurrently, his heart was engulfed by rage. Despite his sealed inner energy and his state of hunger and dehydration leaving him weak, he found himself unable to retaliate. Yet, a true warrior could face demise, but never dishonor! ¡°I really am not your fianc¨¦¡­¡± Bang¡­ Before Wang Xiao couldplete his sentence, he was cut off once again by Tong Waner. She asked authoritatively, ¡°Are you my betrothed?¡± ¡°Yes¡­¡± Wang Xiao promptly raised his hand in surrender. A wise man knows when to bend, and when to capitte! Pah! Hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s acquiescence, Tong Waner transformed her clenched fist into an open hand, delivering another p to Wang Xiao¡¯s face, causing one side of his face to puff up. Wang Xiao cradled his swollen cheek. Despite my confession of being your betrothed, why the continued aggression?! ¡°Am I, Tong Waner, the woman betrothed to your childhood friend?¡± Tong Waner fixed her deep, gem-like eyes on Wang Xiao, her voice resonant with inquiry. ¡°Of course, the person I love the most is you!¡± Without a moment¡¯s hesitation, Wang Xiao responded with a grave expression, primarily to avoid being physically chastised, he preempted the answer. ¡°Bothersome! Wang Xiao, dear brother, there¡¯s a crowd present. Don¡¯t you feel a trace of embarrassment uttering such words?¡± After hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s utterance, Tong Waner¡¯s lovely face immediately flushed crimson. She nestled into Wang Xiao¡¯s arms like an adorably shy girl-next-door. Had it not been for the ache in Wang Xiao¡¯s abdomen, the gentle girl before him seemed unrecognizablepared to the previously aggressive persona. A wry smile graced his face. So this was how he acquired a bargain betrothal? And it was the kind that was very violent! The surrounding bodyguards shot sympathetic nces towards Wang Xiao. Clearly, this wasn¡¯t their inaugural viewing of the youngdy¡¯s penchant for physically disciplining their future son-inw. Poor son-inw, another bout of torment awaited him¡­ Nightfall enveloped the area, and the vi¡¯s dining room was filled with the tantalizing aroma of food. Tong Waner, the picture of grace and virtue, kept piling food into Wang Xiao¡¯s bowl. After days of gnawing hunger, Wang Xiao didn¡¯t resist. He tucked into the food with the ferocity of a famished wolf. In between, he managed to extract a significant amount of information from Tong Waner. The real ¡®Wang Xiao¡¯, Tong Waner¡¯s ¡°former¡± fianc¨¦, shared familial ties as their fathers were as thick as thieves in their living days, and the two families had once mutually proposed marriage. Later, the actual fianc¨¦¡¯s parents tragically perished in a car ident. The orphaned boy was then absorbed into the Tong family while quite young. He and Tong Waner, being childhoodpanions, were simply awaiting college graduation to tie the knot. Wang Xiao surmised that the original fianc¨¦ probably felt overwhelmed by Tong Waner¡¯s somewhat abusive betrothed, leading to a difficult existence, and had made several attempts to escape. The current situation was just a fortunate coincidence where he stepped in to take the fall. ¡°After all, I needed to descend the mountain for training, and it conveniently includes provisions and shelter here. Why not endure a minor dent to my dignity and stick around for a while?¡± Once the sequence of events became clear, Wang Xiao cast a nce at the gorgeous Tong Waner, subconsciously licked his lips, and harbored a mischievous chuckle. Bang¡­ Just as Wang Xiao was deep in thought, the abrupt sound of shattering ss punctuated the silence. A sudden shift was visible in Wang Xiao¡¯s expression. ¡°Tong Waner, dangerous!¡± Chapter 2 C2 ¨C Tendon Cutting Broken Bone Hand In an instant, Wang Xiao¡¯s expression changed drastically. He swiftly grasped Tong Waner¡¯s head, who was still eating, and ced her on hisp. A glint of icy cold light streaked through the space where Lin Waner had been seated and surged towards Wang Xiao. Though confined to his seat, Wang Xiao managed to catch the sharp cold light with his teeth. Upon inspecting the object, Wang Xiao found it to be a pitch-ck flying knife. ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao, what are you doing?¡± Tong Waner found herself pressed between Wang Xiao¡¯s legs, her face flushing red. She sat up and pouted at him. Tong Waner wondered when Big Brother Wang Xiao had be so mischievous, even trying to take advantage of her. As Tong Waner looked up, she also noticed the ck flying knife in Wang Xiao¡¯s mouth. Her expression changed slightly. Judging from the trajectory of the flying knife, it seemed to have flown from behind the seat she had upied earlier. If Wang Xiao hadn¡¯t pressed her head down, the flying knife would have pierced through her head by now. The realization of this danger made Tong Waner feel like she had just narrowly escaped a cmity. Ignoring Tong Waner¡¯s question, Wang Xiao kept a cold gaze fixed on the broken window and responded icily, ¡°Since you¡¯re already here, why note in and join us? How about sharing a meal together?¡± Bang! As soon as Wang Xiao¡¯s voice echoed, two figures d in ck attire leaped through the shattered window. They held daggers firmly, their gazes fixed intently on Wang Xiao. ¡°I thought dealing with the bodyguards outside would make the task a breeze. Little did I know there¡¯s a skilled expert in this mansion!¡± One of the ck-d individuals licked the edge of his dagger, casting a cold and disdainful look towards Wang Xiao. ¡°What have you done to brother Tong Hu and the others?¡± rmed by the revtion that the ck-d men had incapacitated the bodyguards, Tong Waner¡¯s expression changed as she hurriedly confronted them. Tong Hu, her protector for over a decade, held a special ce in her heart as a beloved older brother. ¡°Haha, don¡¯t worry about them. They¡¯re merely unconscious. It¡¯s you we¡¯re here to eliminate!¡± The ck-d man sneered coldly at Tong Waner, his eyes filled with intense killing intent, seemingly unmoved by her appearance. As soon as he finished speaking, the ck-d man sprang into action, wielding his sharp dagger and aiming it directly at Tong Waner. His speed was astonishing, intending to take her down with a single lethal strike. A sudden pallor washed over Tong Waner¡¯s face as her crystal-clear eyes widened upon spotting a menacing ck dagger rapidly approaching her. Although she wanted to dodge, her limbs felt weak and unresponsive. The ck-clothed Man wore a cruel smile as he saw Tong Waner paralyzed with fear, realizing that she would soonplete her mission. ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao, I must leave now. Please take care of yourself!¡± Tong Waner said with a tremor in her voice. In despair, Tong Waner closed her eyes, fully aware that even Tong Hu and the others were knocked unconscious, leaving her fate sealed. Just as the ck dagger hovered inches away from Tong Waner¡¯s throat, arge hand suddenly materialized in front of her, grabbing the weapon firmly. ¡°My woman, did you think you could harm her so easily?¡± A soft voice echoed through the vi, reaching the ears of the two ck-clothed Men. Wang Xiao gazed at them indifferently, as if they were already lifeless corpses. Having decided to pose as Tong Waner¡¯s fake fianc¨¦, Wang Xiao understood that he had a responsibility to protect her as a man should! ¡°Hehe, so what if I am injured?¡± The ck-clothed Man frowned and sneered as he witnessed the young man effortlessly block his dagger. Attempting to retrieve the dagger that Wang Xiao had grabbed, he realized it was firmly mped as if by an iron grip, refusing to budge. However, Wang Xiao¡¯s hand showed no signs of injury from the sharp de. Upon closer inspection, the ck-clothed Man¡¯s expression immediately changed. ¡°The Sky Silkworm Glove! I didn¡¯t expect you to possess such a thing. It seems your background is far from ordinary!¡± he remarked. The ck-clothed Man gazed solemnly at Wang Xiao and spoke in a deep voice. Wang Xiao couldn¡¯t help but smirk mischievously, saying, ¡°Your eyesight is impressive. You indeed recognized my Heavenly Silkworm Glove.¡± A yful smile formed at the corner of Wang Xiao¡¯s mouth. Then, he turned to Tong Waner and spoke warmly, ¡°Waner, please step aside for now. Let me handle them.¡± Tong Waner¡¯s beautiful eyes widened as she seemed lost in thought. But upon hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s words, she snapped back to reality. ¡°Huh? Big Brother Wang Xiao, you¡¯re not their match. You can¡¯t¡­¡± p. Tong Waner couldn¡¯t finish her sentence as Wang Xiao rudely interrupted her, reaching out to pat her bouncy butt. He asserted in amanding tone, ¡°Do you understand the meaning of being a wife? You¡¯ll obey whatever I say!¡± Instantly, Tong Waner¡¯s pretty face flushed red, and the sensation of his touch sent electric currents through her, making her heart race. ¡°You scoundrel! How dare you touch me in front of others¡­¡± Rogue! It¡¯s so embarrassing! Tong Waner¡¯s heart was in turmoil, and she didn¡¯t know how to retreat discreetly. ¡°No need to make thingsplicated. Both of you will die today!¡± The ck-clothed Man holding the dagger sneered coldly at Wang Xiao. Simultaneously, he drew out another dagger with his free hand and thrust it towards Wang Xiao¡¯s hand that held the first dagger. Witnessing the attack, Wang Xiao quickly released his grip, letting go of the dagger. ¡°Go to hell!¡± The ck-clothed Man¡¯s eyes emitted a chilling killing intent as he watched Wang Xiao release his grip. He grasped the dagger with both hands and swung it towards Wang Xiao. ¡°Good timing!¡± Seeing this, Wang Xiao¡¯s expression remained indifferent, and a faint smile appeared on his lips. ¡°Jia¡¯yi, be careful, don¡¯t!¡± Sensing that something was amiss, the other ck-clothed Man furrowed his brow and quickly warned the dagger-wieldingpanion. Regrettably, it was toote. The dagger and ck-clothed Man were mere inches away from Wang Xiao¡¯s chest when suddenly, he vanished from his spot. A softughter followed, ¡°You¡¯re too slow. Observe closely!¡± The dagger and ck-clothed Man witnessed a momentary blur before Wang Xiao had distanced himself several meters away, as if nothing had happened. However, their astonishment grew when they noticed the two daggers in Wang Xiao¡¯s hands. ¡°Those are my daggers!¡± Hastily looking down, the ck-clothed Man realized the daggers had vanished from his hands. He couldn¡¯t help but be rmed, ¡°When did this kid take my daggers? How did I not notice it at all?¡± Plop¡­ Before he couldprehend what had transpired, a blood bracelet, formed from blood beads, appeared on his wrists, and his two palms separated from his arms, causing blood to spurt from the wounds. ¡°Ah, my hands¡­ Eh!¡± The expression of the ck-clothed Man wielding the dagger instantly changed as he witnessed both of his palms falling off. Terror filled its eyes, and it let out a cry of rm, but before it could finish speaking, its voice abruptly stopped. A bright red blood ne had slowly appeared on its neck. The ck-clothed Man widened its eyes, mouth agape, and lunged forward. ¡°Such incredible speed with the de! In the blink of an eye, he severed both of First A¡¯s hands and killed him!¡± Horrified, the other ck-clothed Man eximed upon witnessing the scene. Without hesitation, he turned around and fled out of the vi. Dealing with an expert like this was beyond what a bronze-level assassin like him could handle. ¡°You think you can leave without asking me first?¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s face turned cold. He flicked his finger, and the dagger in his hand transformed into a cold light, shooting towards the ck-clothed Man. The dagger pierced through one of the ck-clothed Man¡¯s thighs, eliciting a muffled sound, but he continued to climb over the wall in an attempt to escape. ¡°Waner, go check on Tong Hu and the others. I¡¯ll pursue him!¡± Wang Xiao turned around and gave instructions to Tong Waner before setting off in pursuit. ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao, be careful.¡± As Wang Xiao chased after her, Tong Waner clenched her teeth, feeling worried. She gazed at Wang Xiao¡¯s departing figure with gentle eyes. Since when did Big Brother Wang Xiao be so formidable? Could it be true that Big Brother Wang Xiao had really left home to train on the mountain? Was that the reason for his newfound power? In the quiet street, Wang Xiao swiftly caught up to the injured ck-clothed Man. ¡°Tell me obediently, who sent you to assassinate Waner!¡± Wang Xiao coldly interrogated the wounded ck-clothed Man in a deep voice. Wang Xiao stared at the injured man, his expression indifferent yet intense, as he asked the question. ¡°Dream on. I won¡¯t tell you anything. You can kill me if you want; I don¡¯t care. I¡¯d rather die than talk!¡± The ck-clothed Man disdainfully retorted to Wang Xiao. The ck-clothed Man coldly harrumphed and responded with contempt. ¡°Die?¡± A cold smirk formed on Wang Xiao¡¯s lips upon hearing this. He looked at the ck-clothed Man with an icy smile and said, ¡°Sometimes, death is the easy way out, but living can be the most excruciating torment!¡± ¡°What do you want to do?¡± The ck-clothed Man¡¯s expression changed as soon as it heard this, and a trace of fear flickered in its eyes while looking at Wang Xiao. ¡°Lately, I¡¯ve been mastering an extraordinary technique called the Tendon Splitting and Bone Breaking Hand. Would you be interested in learning it together with me?¡± Wang Xiao asked, wearing a sly grin. Wang Xiao approached the ck-clothed Man with a smirk on his face. Upon hearing the words ¡°Tendon Splitting and Bone Breaking Hand,¡± the ck-clothed Man¡¯s face turned pale instantly, and a hint of resolve shed in its eyes, as if it was about to say something. ¡°Who would have thought that the assassin would resort to this method of suicide? It seems quite old-fashioned, don¡¯t you think?¡± Wang Xiao remarked casually. Seeing this, Wang Xiao forcefully covered the ck-clothed Man¡¯s mouth and delivered a punch, knocking out a few teeth. Then, he extracted a hidden poison sac from the broken teeth, wearing a faint smile. Chapter 3 C3 ¨C Released That Girl The ck-clothed Man¡¯s face turned pale as he saw the poison sac being snatched away. ¡°Ah!¡± The excruciating pain, as if his whole body was being torn apart, forced the ck-clothed Man to let out a miserable cry, sending shivers down one¡¯s spine. Wang Xiao didn¡¯t immediately inquire if the ck-clothed Man was willing to talk. Instead, he dislocated and then reconnected the man¡¯s joints several times before finally stopping. ¡°How does it feel? Not pleasant, I presume? Do you still want to die?¡± Wang Xiao asked the ck-clothed Man, sporting a bright smile. ¡°Yes, I want to die. It¡¯s the Chen Family¡­ It¡¯s the Chen Family who wanted to kill that girl¡­¡± With his face ashen and lips turning blue, the ck-clothed Man trembled all over, drenched in sweat. He gazed at Wang Xiao with sheer terror, as if facing a devil from hell. In a quivering voice, he confessed the truth. ¡°Chen Family?¡± Wang Xiao silently noted the name in his heart upon hearing it. At this moment, the ck-clothed Man seemed to have a mental breakdown. It grabbed onto the corner of Wang Xiao¡¯s clothes and let out a bitter roar, ¡°Just kill me! Please, end this torture!¡± ¡°Sigh, you haven¡¯t confessed yet that you belong to that assassin organization. So, I can¡¯t let you die just yet!¡± Upon hearing this, a harmless smile formed on Wang Xiao¡¯s lips as he looked at the ck-clothed Man. Unexpectedly, when the ck-clothed Man heard Wang Xiao¡¯s words and saw his ¡°devil-like¡± smile, it rolled its eyes and its body twitched. It was literally frightened to death. ¡°How did it end up dying of fright? Am I really that terrifying?¡± Witnessing the pitiful demise of the ck-clothed Man, Wang Xiao¡¯s mouth twitched slightly, and a wry smile appeared on his face. Despite the ck-clothed Man¡¯s demise, it didn¡¯t hinder Wang Xiao from gathering information. He examined the dagger in his hand, finding no identifying marks. Opening the man¡¯s shirt, he discovered a mandara flower tattoo on the man¡¯s chest. His eyes lit up, and he whispered to himself. ¡°A mandara flower, a bloom from the Yellow Springs Road, symbolizing the coexistence of the living and the afterlife¡­¡± ¡°It seems this is the work of a top-tier foreign assassin organization, the Rebirth Camp. I never expected them to start infiltrating already. The old man chased me down the mountain and put me through rigorous training. Is he trying to reestablish the underground order here?¡± ¡°Very well, now that we¡¯vee down from the mountain, it¡¯s time to drive these scumbags away!¡± Wang Xiao maintained a faint smile on his lips, but his eyes gleamed brighter with every word he spoke. It was as if he didn¡¯t care at all about the reputed overseas top-ss assassin organization, Rebirth Camp. Casting a nce at the lifeless body of the ck-clothed Man on the ground, Wang Xiao nonchntly retrieved a small jade bottle. Sprinkling some powder from it onto the corpse, the body boiled and transformed into a pool of blood in the blink of an eye. With the corpse handled, Wang Xiao turned around and left the scene. ¡­¡­ The Chen Corporation¡¯s headquarters, situated in the bustling business center of the eastern part of Lin City, rose magnificently over forty stories high. Its stylish ss exterior exuded an air of grandeur. A number of uniformed security guards patrolled in an orderly manner outside the Chen Corporation building, wielding steel rods with solemn expressions. Their eyes gleamed with determination, and they appeared far from idle. Passers-by, witnessing this scene, looked on with envy, as if being employed by the prestigious Chen Group was a tremendous honor. The Chen Group, a family-owned enterprise, primarily hired members of the Chen Family as its employees and rarely considered outsiders. Consequently, the entrance requirements were exceptionally stringent. ¡°I never thought the Chen Group¡¯s security would be this tight. I initially nned to meet with the Manager of the Chen Group.¡± Wang Xiao mumbled softly from a discreet spot near the building. Ultimately, he gave up the idea of sneaking in, reasoning, ¡°Forget it, I¡¯ll leave this matter to Tong Waner¡¯s father. Trying to infiltrate now might only alert the enemy.¡± Wang Xiao had already learned about Tong Waner¡¯s background and her father¡¯s influence in the eastern part of the city during his previous meal. The involvement of the Chen Corporation in the attempted assassination of Tong Waner likely had something to do with his ¡°bargain-bin father-inw.¡± ¡­¡­ After leaving the Chen Corporation, Wang Xiao strolled through the streets, under the vast expanse of the high-hanging moon, apanied by a gentle breeze that brought him a feeling of contentment. Memories of the old man resurfaced in Wang Xiao¡¯s mind. Every time the elderly man drank, he would recount stories of his past¡ªthe world¡¯s foremost god of ughter, the dreaded Prison Department that instilled fear in all nations¡­ As the old man finished speaking, his eyes would shimmer with a certain radiance. Lost in contemtion, Wang Xiao suddenly heard amotion emanating from a distant alley nearby. ¡°What do you want to do? Don¡¯te over!¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s brow furrowed, and a glimmer of anger shed in his eyes. He followed the sound, directing his gaze toward the secluded alley. ¡°Such a serene and picturesque moonlight, and yet you dare to disturb it in front of me? You¡¯re practically seeking death!¡± Wang Xiao coldly snorted, and in a swift motion, he vanished from his original position. ¡­¡­ In the dimly lit alley, a gorgeous woman d in a white shirt and a ck miniskirt leaned against the wall, her panic evident as she nced at the gangsters before her. Her body trembled with fear. ¡°You! If youe any closer, I-I¡¯ll call the police!¡± After finishing her task of correcting exam papers at schoolte into the night, Ding Mengqi, feeling utterly exhausted, had only wanted to make her way back to her apartment, take a quick shower, and get some sleep. However, she never anticipated encountering these ruffians in this secluded alley. They had cornered her, coercing her to join them for a drink. ¡°Call the police? Hehe, that depends on whether we feel like giving you that chance.¡± The mischievous grins on the faces of the hoodlums were chilling. The ringleader even wiped his mouth,ughing wickedly, and said, ¡°Darling,e have a few drinks with me. Keep mepany, and I might consider letting you go.¡± ¡°That¡¯s right, just have some fun, and we¡¯ll let you go.¡± ¡°Boss, this girl is incredible. I¡¯ve been in the bar scene for years, but never encountered someone like her. And she¡¯s even a teacher.¡± The group of thugs chuckled maliciously, their eyes fixated on Ding Mengqi with lustful desire, joined by some sleazy henchmen. If she had known earlier, she wouldn¡¯t havee closer. What should she do now? As Ding Mengqi sensed the mischievous gazes of these thugs, regret filled her heart, and her face disyed sheer panic. She couldn¡¯t bear to let these hooligans defile her; she would rather die. With this in mind, Ding Mengqi gritted her teeth lightly, her pair of snow-white hands clenched tightly, as if she intended to resist until the very end. Witnessing the resolute stance of this stunning beauty before them, the hoodlums were initially taken aback, but soon they burst into loudughter. ¡°Hey, this girl still wants to put up a fight. Boss, what should we do?¡± One of the hoodlumsughed heartily and turned to ask their leader. ¡°What else can we do? Naturally, we¡¯ll need to y along and let this little beauty have a go at us a few times.¡± The leader chuckled yfully, mischief glinting in his eyes. Hearing this, Ding Mengqi¡¯s fair face turned as red as a ripe apple. She clenched her fists and gritted her teeth, then charged at the head thug. However, being just a delicate girl, she couldn¡¯t really harm the leader. Her punch seemed more like an itch to him. ¡°Beautiful, your punchcks strength. Are you hesitating to hit me?¡± The lead gangster taunted, wearing a mischievous grin. He revealed his hideous scar, making him appear even more menacing. As he spoke, hisrge, coarse hand reached out for Ding Mengqi¡¯s delicate pink hand. ¡°Don¡¯te over, go away!¡± Ding Mengqi¡¯s expression shifted, and her little pink fist quickly retracted. Nervously, she stared at the scar-faced hooligan and spoke with a cold tone, her eyes betraying fear. ¡°Hehe, little beauty, there¡¯s no escaping tonight. Surrender obediently!¡± Observing Ding Mengqi¡¯s pink fists iling, the scar-faced hooligan seemed provoked. His evil grin widened, and he prepared to forcefully seize her. ¡°Stop! Release that girl!¡± Just then, a voice filled with righteousness echoed through the secluded alley from outside. The speaker¡¯s tone carried an air of valor, as if they were ready to fight to the death for justice. Chapter 4 C4 ¨C A Beauty Fell In Love With Me! When hearing him, the gangsters all turned their heads and observed a young man walking into the alley from outside, his expression serious. ¡°Kid, you¡¯ve watched too many movies, huh? Trying to y the hero and rescue the damsel in distress?¡± Disturbed by Wang Xiao, the scarred thug¡¯s face grew darker. He red fiercely at Wang Xiao, motioned to his subordinate, andmanded, ¡°Teach this kid a lesson and show him how things really work!¡± The other thugs¡¯ faces also darkened as they clenched their fists, ready to pounce on Wang Xiao. ¡°Wait a minute, you misunderstood!¡± At this moment, Wang Xiao quickly raised his hand, stopping the thugs. He spoke earnestly, ¡°I¡¯m not here to save a damsel in distress. I simply noticed you guys having some fun, so I thought I¡¯de and learn a few tricks.¡± Learning skills? The thugs were taken aback by Wang Xiao¡¯s words, their fists suspended in midair. They exchanged puzzled nces, stunned by his unexpected response. The thug with the knife scar was also surprised. Seizing the moment, Wang Xiao continued with a wicked smile, ¡°It¡¯s my first time witnessing something like this. Naturally, I should learn from the best. We¡¯re all in the same line of work, and I won¡¯t breathe a word about what happened here. You guys can carry on. Of course, if it¡¯s possible, I wouldn¡¯t mind getting a piece of the action too.¡± The thug with the knife scar suddenly realized that the guy before him was cut from the same cloth. He burst into an evilugh, patting Wang Xiao¡¯s shoulder. ¡°So, you¡¯re one of us. You should¡¯ve said so earlier. Don¡¯t worry, since you¡¯ve seen it, you deserve a share just like anyone else. Why don¡¯t you go first?¡± The other thugs¡¯ vignce towards Wang Xiao faded away, and they joined in the wickedughter. ¡°Oh, I couldn¡¯t possibly. Big brother, you go ahead.¡± Wang Xiao quickly waved his hand, shing an evil smile at the knife-scarred thug. That was exactly what the scar-faced thug had hoped for. If Wang Xiao had agreed outright, he would have attacked him without hesitation. Seeing Wang Xiao¡¯s response, the thug also looked relieved and replied, ¡°Alright, then I¡¯ll go first. You¡¯ll be next.¡± Ding Mengqi initially thought Wang Xiao hade to save her and called out to the scar-faced thug. She thought he was a good person and felt joyous. Little did she know this guy was here to get a piece of the action. The hope in her heart suddenly turned into despair! ¡°Beauty, obediently obey me!¡± The scar-faced thug turned his head, giving Ding Mengqi an evil grin. His brutish hands reached out to grab her clothes. Panic spread across Ding Mengqi¡¯s face. She wanted to step back to avoid the scar-faced thug¡¯s clutches, but soon realized she was backed against a wall. There was no escape. ¡°Am I going to be vited by these thugs tonight?¡± Ding Mengqi bit her lip, her eyes filled with pain, herplexion turning pale. ¡°Big brother, wait a moment!¡± However, just as the knife-scarred thug¡¯s hand was about to grab Ding Mengqi¡¯s clothes, Wang Xiao swiftly extended his hand, stopping the thug once more. ¡°Kid, what do you think you¡¯re doing? Weren¡¯t you supposed to be the second one?¡± The knife-scarred thug impatiently snorted at Wang Xiao, his eyes burning with anger, as if to say, ¡°If you don¡¯t have a good reason, you¡¯ll face the consequences.¡± ¡°Big brother, you made mee in the wrong way,¡± Wang Xiao said, shaking his head solemnly, addressing the knife-scarred thug seriously. ¡°If you don¡¯t force it, how can you force it?¡± The scar-faced thug said impatiently. ¡°Brother, we¡¯re gangsters. Gangsters need to have a unique way of asserting themselves. What you did just now is different from how bandits use force. Forcing is an art!¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s expression turned serious. He looked at the scar-faced thug with intensity and spoke earnestly. His eyes gleamed with a devout light, as if there was some kind of fervor burning within. ¡°Oh? There are many different ways to assert ourselves? Come on, enlighten me.¡± It was the first time the scar-faced hooligan had heard that being a hooligan also required a distinct approach to asserting oneself. Intrigued, he gazed at Wang Xiao and asked for guidance. Not only him, but even the gangsters behind him were curious. Suddenly, they realized that being a gangster also involved its own expertise. This bastard! Ding Mengqi observed Wang Xiao talking about this matter seriously in front of her, and her heart filled with anger as she shot him an enraged look. She vowed that even if it meant risking her life, she wouldn¡¯t let this jerk off the hook! ¡°Big Brother, take a look at this girl. She has a pure and exquisite appearance, with eyebrows like the crescent moon, beautiful starry eyes, a tall nose, and rosy lips. Her beauty is top-notch. And look at her figure, 1.7 meters tall, 36D bust, paired with jade-like legs, and a faint fragrance of Late exudes from her. Most importantly, she¡¯s still a virgin!¡± Wang Xiao said earnestly while pointing at Ding Mengqi. Unaware that Ding Mengqi had cursed him hundreds of times in her mind, Wang Xiao continued to describe her with utmost seriousness to Brother Scar. For the scarred thug, it was the first time he had heard someone describe a woman with such vivid details. Just listening to Wang Xiao¡¯s description made him swallow his saliva. When he heard the words ¡°very clean¡± in Wang Xiao¡¯sst sentence, his eyes lit up. He knew exactly what Wang Xiao was implying. ¡°Brother, how should I force her to be artistic?¡± The scar-faced thug asked Wang Xiao anxiously. ¡°Actually, it¡¯s notplicated. I have already summed it up in one sentence. Come closer to me and I will tell you.¡± Wang Xiao said to the knife-scarred thug in a serious manner. ¡°Hurry up and say it!¡± The scar-faced thug overheard him and approached with excitement, asking eagerly. As Wang Xiao noticed the scar-faced thug in front of him, a cold glint shed in his eyes. He spoke with an icy tone, ¡°Brother, my apologies!¡± Upon hearing this, the knife-scarred thug couldn¡¯t help but be taken aback. What did Wang Xiao mean by saying that? However, in the next moment, it became clear to him. With a sudden motion, Wang Xiao raised his right leg and delivered a swift kick to the knife-scarred man¡¯s groin. Pah¡­ The sound of an egg cracking resonated in the air. The knife-scarred thug¡¯s eyes widened, his face turned pale, and he dropped to the ground, curling up like a cooked shrimp. Howling in agony, he writhed in pain. ¡°Ah, it hurts!¡± The other punks stood in disbelief as they witnessed the sudden turn of events. Hadn¡¯t their boss just been chatting amiably with that young man? Why did he suddenly attack? ¡°What are you all gawking at? This kid is toying with us. Take him down!¡± Despite lying on the ground, the scar-faced thug clenched his teeth and bellowed at the rest of the punks. ¡°You¡¯re not dumb; you¡¯re just a tad slow!¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s lips curved into a smirk as he kicked the thug with the knife scar aside. It was only then that the other thugs reacted. Snarling ferociously, they charged at Wang Xiao. Their boss had been defeated, and they had been yed for fools. It was a grave humiliation! Today, they couldn¡¯t let this kid get away with it! Pulling out butterfly knives, they aggressively shed at Wang Xiao from all directions. Ding Mengqi was also taken aback by the sight, her snow-white face filled with shock. It finally dawned on her that Wang Xiao wasn¡¯t a bad person. He had deliberately toyed with Scar and his gang. The stark contrast made Ding Mengqi couldn¡¯t help but nce at Wang Xiao a few more times. ¡°Hehe, a mantis trying to stop a car, overestimating yourself!¡± As the punks closed in from all sides, a slight smirk crept across Wang Xiao¡¯s lips, and his eyes oozed with disdain. Just as the punks reached Wang Xiao, he swiftly shifted his legs, and his figure vanished from where he stood. In the blink of an eye, he reappeared behind one of the thugs. The thug caught sight of Wang Xiao and his expression changed. He attempted to turn around, but Wang Xiao didn¡¯t give him a chance. With a right leg kick, Wang Xiao struck the thug¡¯s waist, sending him flying. Bang! Bang! Bang! With his hands casually in his pockets, Wang Xiao glided among the delinquents like a ghost. Each time he lifted his leg, a delinquent was knocked aside. His movements were elegant and stylish, astonishingly handsome. In no time, the ground was strewn with groaning gangsters. Each one was curled up, resembling the scar-faced gangsters, writhing in pain. Seeing Wang Xiao deal with the gangsters so effortlessly, Ding Mengqi looked at him differently. So handsome! At this time, Wang Xiao leisurely withdrew his feet and turned around, locking eyes with Ding Mengqi¡¯s sparkling gaze. He yfully grinned and quipped, ¡°Beauty, your eyes tell me you¡¯ve fallen for me!¡± Chapter 5 C5 ¨C Tong Boss ¡°I, I¡¯m not in love with you, you shameless bastard!¡± Ding Mengqi finally regained herposure at that moment. Her face flushed, and she retorted to Wu Tian Jiao. Narcissist! ¡°Don¡¯t think that just because you saved me, I¡¯ll forgive those shameless words you said!¡± Proudly, Ding Mengqi turned around, intending to leave the alley. Little did she know that she applied too much force, and with a creak, her ankle twisted, instantly turning red and swollen. ¡°En, it hurts!¡± The pain in her ankle was immense. Ding Mengqi cried out, and her delicate body began to fall forward. In response, Wang Xiao quickly reached out and caught her, holding her waist. ¡°Thank you!¡± Still in shock, Ding Mengqi reflexively thanked him. However, as she lifted her beautiful eyes and saw Wang Xiao giving her an impish smile, her pretty face immediately turned red. She quickly pushed Wang Xiao away and dered, ¡°Go away! I don¡¯t need you to hold me.¡± Nevertheless, she didn¡¯t manage to push Wang Xiao away. Instead, he carried her like a domineering prince. ¡°As a gentleman, how can I see a beauty¡¯s foot injured and not offer assistance?¡± Wang Xiao smiled faintly at Ding Mengqi, ignoring the gangsters he had just beaten up. With her in his arms, he walked out of the alley. Ding Mengqi noticed the tenderness in Wang Xiao¡¯s smile and gently closed her small mouth. She leaned into his arms and enjoyed the warmth against her chest, feeling like a contented kitten. If those suitors at Forest City University knew that their ice queen teacher, whom they had a crush on, was nestled against a young man like this, they would undoubtedly be infuriated and gnash their teeth in frustration! ¡­¡­ ¡°How do you feel now?¡± Ding Mengqi sat on a chair ced on a street bench while a pair of red high heels rested in front of her. Her delicate jade foot was being massaged by Wang Xiao, who smiled and gazed directly at her. The soft streetlight illuminated Ding Mengqi¡¯s snow-white face, entuating her biting of her red lips. Her shy eyes shimmered in the light. She nervously nced around, seemingly anxious about encountering someone she knew. Additionally, she felt a bit bashful about having her foot massaged by Wang Xiao. Gazing quietly at Wang Xiao, Ding Mengqi found herself increasingly captivated by his sharp facial features, well-defined eyebrows, and mesmerizing eyes, all of which made her heart beat faster. ¡°Yes, good, much better.¡± Ding Mengqi lightly bit her lip and murmured softly. Wang Xiao¡¯s massage was remarkablyfortable, and she noticed that her swollen ankle had significantly improved. ¡°It is gettingte. I will send you back first.¡± Ding Mengqi¡¯s soft lips seemed almost boneless and felt incredibly pleasant. Yet, Wang Xiao didn¡¯t disy any reluctance to let go. When the massage was almost done, he released her foot and smiled at Ding Mengqi. ¡°No, no need. I will go back myself.¡± Blushing, Ding Mengqi put on her red high heels and shook her head at Wang Xiao as she spoke. ¡°What do you mean? You called yourself a gentleman. How could a gentleman let ady go home alone, especially when her foot injury hasn¡¯tpletely healed yet!¡± Wang Xiao looked at Ding Mengqi with a serious face and said. ¡°But can a gentleman secretly touch ady¡¯s thigh while carrying her on his back?¡± Ding Mengqi yfully rolled her eyes at Wang Xiao and teased him. She remembered how this rascal had taken advantage of her when he carried her out earlier. ¡°Cough cough¡­ That was just an ident.¡± Wang Xiao coughed awkwardly and said weakly. Ding Mengqi grinned knowingly as she noticed the bashful expression on Wang Xiao¡¯s gentle face. Her cheeks turned slightly red, and her snow-white arms opened up invitingly. In a hushed tone, she whispered to Wang Xiao, ¡°Let¡¯s go!¡± Wang Xiao was taken aback for a moment, but a smile quickly spread across his face. He promptly bent down and carried Ding Mengqi on his back, following the direction she indicated. Nestled in Wang Xiao¡¯s arms, Ding Mengqi couldn¡¯t help but feel a bit shy. It was the first time in her life that a man carried her twice in a day, and both times, it was the same man. The second time, she had initiated it herself. What was wrong with her? Why did she trust this boy in front of her so much? Could it be that she subconsciously didn¡¯t mind Wang Xiao¡¯s little pranks on her? The thought made Ding Mengqi¡¯s cheeks flush with red, her mind brimming with various contemtions. ¡°Beautiful sister, is this the ce to live? It¡¯s so big!¡± Standing in front of Grand Martial Master¡¯s house at Forest City University, Wang Xiao blinked at Ding Mengqi, who was behind him, and spoke. ¡°Wang Xiao, thank you for saving me. Here, take this money and use a taxi to get back.¡± Ding Mengqi gently eased herself out of Wang Xiao¡¯s arms, blushing slightly as she pulled out a few hundred yuan from her waist pouch. She handed it to Wang Xiao. ¡°Handsome guy, I¡¯m feeling a little thirsty. How about you invite me in?¡± Disregarding the money Ding Mengqi offered, Wang Xiao yfully suggested with a mischievous smile. ¡°These few hundred bucks should be enough for you to get some water.¡± Realizing what Wang Xiao was getting at, Ding Mengqi¡¯s face turned even redder, and she quickly thrust the money into Wang Xiao¡¯s arms. Then she dashed away to her apartment. Watching Ding Mengqi¡¯s alluring figure as she entered the apartment, Wang Xiao chuckled and rubbed his nose. His eyes gleamed as he murmured, ¡°Now I understand why the old man¡¯s life at the mountain¡¯s base is so vibrant. I¡¯ve be a believer. Hehe, this lovelydy, I¡¯m definitely going to flirt with her!¡± After expressing his intentions, Wang Xiao casually ran his hand through his hair, turned around, and made a dashing exit. ¡­¡­ On the top floor of the Chen Group building, in the office. ¡°What? The two bronze assassins sent by the Rebirth Camp are dead? Useless bunch!¡± Seated behind his desk, a middle-aged man in a suit wore a gloomy expression as he cursed at the bald man standing before him. ¡°Director Chen, based on the reports from our spies near Tong Waner¡¯s vi, that night, the two assassins managed to eliminate the guards outside. However, they were caught off guard by another skilled individual within the vi. One of the killers was swiftly taken down, and the other fled in panic, only to be chased and killed by this expert.¡± The baldy¡¯s face revealed signs of panic. He avoided making eye contact with the middle-aged man but quickly recounted the whole incident. ¡°Who is this expert?¡± Chen Peng furrowed his brows and asked with a deep voice upon hearing this. ¡°It is Tong Waner¡¯s cheap fianc¨¦, Wang Xiao!¡± The baldy said. ¡°What? How could it be him?¡± Chen Peng¡¯s face disyed a hint of shock as he spoke in a deep voice. A momentter, his expression changed to one of realization. ¡°Ah, I see. I was referring to Tong Shan, that old fox. How could he not arrange for a few experts to secretly protect his daughter? So, this expert¡­ He¡¯s his son-inw!¡± ¡°Chief Chen, what do we do now? We are in and dispute with the Tong Group. We didn¡¯t hesitate to employ the killers from Rebirth Camp to assassinate Tong Waner. But now, the assassination attempt has failed. Will that guy, Tong Shan, cause trouble for us?¡± The baldy nervously asked Chen Peng. At this point, the baldy looked at Chen Peng timidly, seeking guidance. Observing the baldy¡¯s flustered demeanor, Chen Peng frowned, and a hint of dissatisfaction shed in his eyes. ¡°Assassination of Tong Waner? What does that have to do with us?¡± A cold smile appeared on Chen Peng¡¯s face as he shrugged his shoulders. He said to the baldy, ¡°Baldy, you¡¯ve been with me for so long, why are you acting so differently now?¡± ¡°Director Chen, it¡¯s already this time. Don¡¯t y around¡­¡± Upon hearing Chen Peng¡¯s words, the baldy was taken aback and failed to react immediately. He hadn¡¯t even finished his sentence when he noticed the sinister grin on Chen Peng¡¯s lips, and suddenly, it dawned on him what was going on. He patted his head a few times and chuckled. ¡°Chief Chen, you¡¯re truly clever. Yes, about the Tong Family¡¯s daughter¡¯s assassination, we had no knowledge of it, and we expressed our condolences. We should prepare some gifts and pay our respects to the Tong Family!¡± Observing the baldy finally understanding and putting two and two together, a satisfied glint shed in Chen Peng¡¯s eyes. ¡°Good, I¡¯ll leave this matter to you. Ensure that the Tong Family sees the sincerity of the Chen Group!¡± He waved his hand and instructed the baldy. ¡°Don¡¯t worry, Chief Chen. I¡¯ll handle it diligently. You can count on me!¡± The baldy¡¯s lips curled into a smirk as he assured Chen Peng. After saying that, he turned around and left the office. Gathering his men, he prepared to give it his all. Within the Lin¡¯s Group building in the Eastern City of Forest City. A middle-aged man with a serious demeanor sat before his office desk, quietly perusing the documents in front of him. Swoosh¡­ At that moment, a faint sound of air being torn reached the office. It was as if someone had entered, but the middle-aged man was the sole upant in the room. ¡°He¡¯s back? Gui Ying?¡± The middle-aged man smiled and said without raising his head. ¡± En, I¡¯m back. ¡° A hoarse voice sounded in the office, but it could be heard and no one could be seen. ¡°Is Waner¡¯s girl alright?¡± The middle-aged man stopped what he was doing and asked in a deep voice, with a hint of concern in his tone. Chapter 6 C6 ¨C A Mysterious Master He was Tong Shan, the billionaire CEO of the Tong Group. Moreover, he happened to be the father of Tong Waner! ¡°Waner is doing alright, but the one ensuring her safety isn¡¯t me. It¡¯s someone you¡¯d least anticipate!¡± That gravelly voice reemerged, reverberating in the office with a trace of mockery. ¡°Oh? Not you? Then who might that be? Who could handle an assassin from the Rebirth Camp?¡± As Tong Shan heard this, his eyebrows lifted, his expression serious. Gui Ying was his ace in the hole, once a renowned figure on the Huaxia assassin roster. He wouldn¡¯t have employed this secret weapon if he hadn¡¯t discovered that the Chen Group had hired a Rebirth Camp assassin to target his daughter. Yet now, Gui Ying was informing him that he hadn¡¯t intervened and that another expert was safeguarding his daughter. ¡°It¡¯s that bargain-bin son-inw of yours, Wang Xiao!¡± Gui Ying, hidden in the shadows, didn¡¯t keep them waiting and rasped the words out. ¡°What? Wang Xiao? How is that possible?¡± Upon hearing this, Tong Shan was initially dumbfounded. Then, an expression of disbelief swept over his face. He had observed Wang Xiao¡¯s growth closely. How could he be unaware of Wang Xiao¡¯s actual capabilities? ¡°It¡¯s absolutely true. I couldn¡¯t believe it either. When the assassin from the Rebirth Campunched a surprise attack, even I couldn¡¯t intercept Waner¡¯s strike in time. He was the one who intercepted it.¡± In the darkness, Gui Ying¡¯s voice contained thirty percent fear and seventy percent astonishment. His rtionship with Tong Shan was that of both servant and friend. In his heart, Tong Waner was like his own child. Upon hearing Gui Ying¡¯s ount, Tong Shan was also taken aback. A glint flickered in his eyes. After a pause, he mused, ¡°It appears that Wang Xiao vanished for half a year. He mentioned wanting to go into the mountains for training. Perhaps he encountered some stroke of luck?¡± Tong Shan solely assumed that Wang Xiao had experienced some stroke of fortune during his six-month absence. He remained unaware that this ¡°Wang Xiao¡± was no longer the same person. ¡°That¡¯s a viable option as well. Since Wang Xiao can provide protection for Waner, your covert safeguarding is no longer necessary. Our focus should now shift to handling the Chen Group!¡± As Tong Shan concluded his words, a chilly and stern expression spread across hisposed countenance, his tone turning icy. ¡°Should Iunch an attack? Eliminate Chen Peng?¡± In the office, Gui Ying¡¯s raspy voice echoed once more, akin to a sound emerging from the depths of darkness. ¡°No need, letting him die in such a straightforward manner would be too lenient. I want him to witness the Chen Group being devoured by me!¡± At this moment, Tong Shan¡¯s eyes gleamed with determination. An air of supremacy, amanding presence, radiated from his very being. In the shadows, Gui Ying remained silent, an implicit assurance that he would back whatever decision Tong Shan chose! ¡­¡­ The following day, Wang Xiao awoke from his slumber and made his way to the ground-floor dining room in the vi. ¡°Good morning, Uncle Wang Xiao. Are you up? Breakfast is served!¡± Tong Hu and the other bodyguards had emerged from their unconsciousness. All of them regarded Wang Xiao with respect and reverence. They had learned about the previous night¡¯s events from the youngdy. They had been rendered unconscious by the two assants, and it was Uncle Wang Xiao who single-handedly dealt with and eliminated them. Witnessing one of the assassins sumbing to sheer terror, they were awestruck. Until then, they had believed Uncle Wang Xiao to be a rather idle individual, merely marrying into the Tong Family. It never crossed their minds that he possessed such profound and enigmatic skills. ¡°Despite his exceptional skills, he endured being bullied by Eldest Miss without retaliation. He was content being an inconspicuous backdrop to Eldest Miss. Could this possibly be love?¡± For some reason, Wang Xiao noticed an overnight shift in the expressions of the Tong Family bodyguards when they looked at him. Had he known their thoughts, he might have helplesslymented, ¡°Love my ass. I just don¡¯t want that clueless girl to kick the bucket. I¡¯m just not up for dealing with food and lodging.¡± ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao, you¡¯re up.¡± Wang Xiao descended the stairs and saw Tong Waner approaching with delight. She took hold of his arm and spoke in a familiar manner. A jasmine-like fragrance enveloped Wang Xiao¡¯s senses, creating a sense of ease and tranquility. ¡°Ahem, Waner, it¡¯s early morning. If you hug me like this, you¡¯re setting the stage for a very noticeable reaction.¡± Wang Xiao cleared his throat gently, assuming a solemn demeanor as he addressed Tong Waner. Inside, he was already reacting in an audaciously shameless manner. Upon hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s words, Tong Waner¡¯s face flushed. Her beautiful eyes inadvertently shifted towards Wang Xiao, making her even more bashful. Big Brother Wang Xiao was being a bit of a rogue! It was so mortifying. How could he utter such things out in the open! Tong Waner¡¯s heart raced, her cheeks tinged with crimson. She had never witnessed this mischievous smile on Wang Xiao¡¯s face, nor had she ever heard him speak in such a brazen manner. Yet, for reasons unknown, this mischievous version of Big Brother Wang Xiao before her was endearing. He appeared even more captivating than the formerly silly Big Brother Wang Xiao. ¡°Wang Xiao, you naughty big brother. If you keep this up, I¡¯m going to ignore you!¡± Tong Waner¡¯s cheeks turned rosy as she yfully pouted at Wang Xiao. Despite finding Big Brother Wang Xiao endearing deep down, she maintained a sense of reservation on the surface. Wang Xiao chuckled and touched his nose, deciding not to tease Tong Waner any further. They both settled down for breakfast. During that time, Wang Xiao continued to yfully banter with Tong Waner, evokingughter from her. The atmosphere was full of liveliness. Ding¡­ Just then, a phone in the vi began to ring. Tong Waner stood up and went to answer the call. After finishing her conversation, she returned to the table and sat down with her head lowered. She seemed hesitant and avoided making eye contact with Wang Xiao. ¡°Waner, is everything alright?¡± Wang Xiao appeared to have noticed Tong Waner¡¯s unusual demeanor and inquired. ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao, Chen Jie mentioned that today is our final high school reunion before college. He asked if I could join.¡± Tong Waner kept her head lowered, speaking timidly to Wang Xiao, seemingly afraid of his reaction. ¡°Chen Jie? A high school reunion?¡± Wang Xiao found himself taken aback upon hearing this. It didn¡¯t seem like a big deal, so why was Tong Waner so apprehensive? ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao, if you don¡¯t want me to go, then I won¡¯t. Please don¡¯t get mad!¡± Observing Wang Xiao¡¯s eyes widen slightly, Tong Waner assumed he was about to get angry and hurriedly spoke. ¡°Why wouldn¡¯t I want you to go? If you want to, then by all means, go.¡± Wang Xiao was a bit puzzled and asked Tong Waner, seeking rification. ¡°Ah? Big Brother Wang Xiao, you mean you¡¯ll allow me to go?¡± Tong Waner¡¯s lovely face disyed a hint of shock. She gazed at Wang Xiao with her beautiful eyes and inquired, ¡°You used to dislike me attending ssmate gatherings, and you even confronted Chen Jie when he pursued me. Don¡¯t you really dislike him?¡± ¡°Who is Chen Jie? Why would I¡­?¡± Wang Xiao responded almost automatically, only realizing partway that he seemed to be Tong Waner¡¯s fianc¨¦. Based on what Tong Waner had mentioned, his former fianc¨¦ didn¡¯t seem pleased with her attending a ssmate gathering. Additionally, he seemed to have some connection with that guy named Chen Jie. His brother was quite the character! ¡°Ahem, even though I dislike Chen Jie, I suppose I should attend a high school ssmate gathering. How about I apany you?¡± Wang Xiao cleared his throat gently and proposed to Tong Waner with a smile. As Wang Xiao¡¯s words reached her ears, Tong Waner¡¯s expression took on an even more peculiar hue. She asked, baffled, ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao, you used to detest these sorts of gatherings. Why the change this time?¡± ¡°Isn¡¯t this our final ss reunion?¡± Wang Xiao scratched his nose, a slightly awkward smile forming. While he might not know who Chen Jie was, he was aware that he had shared a ssroom with Tong Waner during high school. He also wished to uncover the kind of person Chen Jie, the figure his ex-fianc¨¦e loathed, truly was. Additionally, Tong Waner¡¯s words implied that Chen Jie held some interest in her. Regardless of the circumstances, he remained her fianc¨¦. For him to invite his wife out in front of him, Wang Xiao simply couldn¡¯t tolerate it! Even though it was summer break in front of Forest City¡¯s high school gate, a crowd had congregated. All of them were young adults around 18 or 19 years old. Following their graduation, these girls started dabbling in makeup. All donned genuine silk short-sleeved tops, their snowy shoulders, and slender legs casting a spell on the boys who found themselves swallowing hard. None of them could have foreseen that a few months ago, an unassuming female ssmate in a school uniform, once she changed into new clothes and put on makeup, would transform into such a stunning beauty. Like bees drawn to nectar, they surrounded these youngdies whose beauty rivaled that of flowers. ¡°Don¡¯t worry, Young Master Chen. I¡¯ll ensure your confession is a sess today, and you¡¯ll win over Tong Waner!¡± At a corner near the school gate, a cluster of followers enclosed a tall, dashing young man, speaking with deep respect. The dapper young man sported stylish attire and a lock of hair carefully styled. His wristwatch was worth a small fortune. The air of a well-off second-generation heir enveloped him. This individual was the ss monitor of 12th Grade, ss 1, a dedicated admirer of Tong Waner ¨C Chen Jie! Chapter 7 C7 ¨C Tit for Tat ¡°Humph, today¡¯s my final shot at winning over Tong Waner. University begins in a few days, and getting another chance to ask her out will be tough. So, all of you better get your act together. If this confession works today, each of you will receive a thousand bucks as a reward!¡± With an air of arrogance, Chen Jie addressed hisckeys in front of him, exuding confidence. He had invested both money and effort into preparing an array of tools for confessing to Tong Waner. This time, he was resolute about seeding! Theckeys¡¯ eyes gleamed upon hearing this. A thousand yuan could hardly be considered a small amount! ¡°No worries, Young Master Chen. I promise to fulfill the task!¡± Theckeys patted their chests and assured Chen Jie confidently. Suddenly, amotion erupted in the crowd. ¡°Oh my, look! Who¡¯s with Tong Waner?¡± ¡°Their behavior is so intimate. Could they be a couple?¡± Following the stir, Chen Jie and his group turned their attention to the source of themotion. They witnessed Tong Waner approaching the school gate, apanied by a boy. To Chen Jie¡¯s dismay, it was his arch-rival, Wang Xiao. The two were holding hands, disying a deeply affectionate manner. ¡°Why is Wang Xiao here? Doesn¡¯t he usually avoid ss gatherings the most?¡± Chen Jie¡¯s brows furrowed slightly as he spoke in a deep tone. Upon witnessing Wang Xiao and Tong Waner holding hands, a chilly glint shed in his eyes. Tong Waner¡¯s actions were akin to broadcasting to everyone present that Wang Xiao was her boyfriend. Unbeknownst to Chen Jie, Wang Xiao and Tong Waner were actually engaged. He was only aware of their close rtionship during high school, which had always made Wang Xiao a thorn in his side. Never could he have foreseen that in just a month of separation, Wang Xiao and Tong Waner had be a couple! This oue certainly wasn¡¯t enough for him. ¡°Young Master Chen, what¡­ what do we do now?¡± Even Chen Jie¡¯sckeys were left dumbfounded. They stared at the scene with nk expressions and posed their question weakly to Chen Jie. They had initially intended to support Chen Jie¡¯s pursuit of Tong Waner. But with the current situation, it seemed like they were already defeated before they even began. ¡°Young Master Chen, should we still proceed with the nned fireworks disy?¡± Oneckey, who was usually blind to the reality, inched closer to Chen Jie and posed his question meekly. p! A dark shade fell upon Chen Jie¡¯s face. He gestured his hand and delivered a sharp p to hisckey. Wearing a glum expression, he barked, ¡°What¡¯s your bbering about? Get lost!¡± Theckey retreated to the sidelines, sporting a wounded look, refraining from uttering another word. Chen Jie struggled to tamp down the fury within him. His mind raced, swiftly devising a scheme. A faint smirk curved his lips as he mumbled under his breath, ¡°Tong Waner, since I can¡¯t win your heart¡­ then I¡¯ll possess your body!¡± In the ssroom, Tong Waner energetically exchanged greetings with her ssmates. Wang Xiao trailed behind her, feigning familiarity with his ¡°ssmates.¡± Some of his assignments needed amendment since he was, in fact, an imposter. After a quick once-over, Wang Xiao swiftly identified the individuals and engaged in conversations. ¡°Tong Waner, you¡¯re here.¡± At that moment, Chen Jie stepped before Tong Waner, wearing a smile that was quite the departure from his previous grim countenance. With an amiable expression, he greeted her. ¡°Yes.¡± Observing Chen Jie¡¯s greeting, Tong Waner merely offered a faint acknowledgment, seemingly influenced by Wang Xiao¡¯s presence. Unperturbed, Chen Jie shifted his attention to Wang Xiao, wearing a soft smile. ¡°Wang Xiao, you¡¯re here too. I almost thought you¡¯d skip this ss reunion.¡± ¡°What business is it of yours whether I attend or not?¡± Wang Xiao cast a nce at Chen Jie, his tone devoid of interest. Upon sighting Chen Jie, he instantly recognized him as one of Tong Waner¡¯s admirers. Consequently, he had no intention of being courteous. To dare pursue his brother¡¯s spouse was inviting disaster! ¡°Wang Xiao, don¡¯t act shamelessly. Young Master Chen orchestrated this gathering. Your behavior holds significance!¡± Before Chen Jie could respond, his entourage had already risen. The speaker, closely associated with Chen Jie, was Zhang San. Bystanding students became captivated by the drama, stepping aside to watch the unfolding spectacle. ¡°Chen Jie, instruct yourckey to silence himself. He¡¯s disturbing me.¡± Without even sparing Zhang San a nce, Wang Xiao addressed Chen Jie with a smile. ¡°What did you just say, Wang Xiao?¡± Reprimanded by Wang Xiao like a dog, Zhang San¡¯s expression soured. He clenched his fist, poised to retaliate. At that juncture, Chen Jie motioned to halt him. He had no desire to engage with Wang Xiao. Instead, he scolded, ¡°Zhang San, what¡¯s gotten into you? Aren¡¯t you aware this is our final high school reunion? You¡¯re ruining it, aren¡¯t you?¡± ¡°Young Master Chen, I¡­¡± Witnessing Chen Jie¡¯s scolding, Zhang San wore an aggrieved expression and desired to exin. However, Chen Jie waved his hand dismissively, preventing him from speaking. ¡°No need for further words; this matter concludes here,¡± Chen Jie said decisively. Then, he turned his gaze to Wang Xiao, his expression softening. ¡°Wang Xiao, we¡¯re ssmates. Don¡¯t stoop to his level.¡± Wang Xiao narrowed his eyes. Chen Jie¡¯s intentions were unclear, and he opted to remain silent. ¡°Now that we¡¯re all here, let¡¯s get going. I¡¯ve reserved thergest karaoke room on the eastern bank of Eastern City. Tonight¡¯s about enjoying ourselves!¡± Observing Wang Xiao¡¯s silence, Chen Jie turned away and pped his hands toward the students by the school gate. Those students were instantly captivated by Chen Jie¡¯s proposal. Number Twelve on the outer beach was an upscale KTV venue. The spending level there was considerably high. Most of the students came from ordinary families; they had never experienced such luxury. Cheers of excitement echoed as they formed groups of three to five and hurried to Number Twelve, on the outer beach. ¡°Young Master Chen, why did you seem to side with Wang Xiao earlier?¡± Zhang San gazed at Chen Jie with a face full of grievance, seeking an exnation. The other hangers-on also regarded Chen Jie with perplexity. Once all the students had departed, Zhang San looked at Chen Jie, seeking an answer for his confusion. ¡°When did I appear to be on Wang Xiao¡¯s side?¡± Chen Jie countered with a question, turning to face Zhang San. ¡°Didn¡¯t you just help Wang Xiao scold¡­¡± Zhang San maintained a wronged expression. However, before he could voice his thoughts, Chen Jie interrupted him. ¡°Hehe, if I hadn¡¯t done that, how could I have caught Wang Xiao off guard?¡± A cruel grin crept across Chen Jie¡¯s face, his gaze sharp as he jeered at Zhang San. ¡°Young Master Chen, was that deliberate just now?¡± Zhang San quickly grasped the intention behind Chen Jie¡¯s expression. Chen Jie¡¯s smirk deepened, and Zhang San immediately caught on. ¡°Number Twelve of the Outer Beach belongs to me,¡± Chen Jie added with a chuckle, giving Zhang San¡¯s shoulder a friendly pat. ¡°Don¡¯t fret. I¡¯ll make sure to take care of that Wang Xiao today. As for Tong Waner, she won¡¯t escape my grasp!¡± Zhang San and the othersprehended his words, and wicked smirks spread across their faces as they burst into sinisterughter. In no time, they reached the entrance of the 12th KTV. True to its reputation, it was an upscale establishment, guarded by several suited bodyguards. ¡°Hello, Young Master Chen!¡± A few suited bodyguards approached Chen Jie upon spotting him and addressed him with respect. ¡°Of course! Get us the finest karaoke room. It¡¯s a high school reunion tonight. Food, beer ¡ª arrange it all.¡± Chen Jie replied nonchntly without even lifting his head. ¡°Yes, Young Master Chen!¡± The suited bodyguards spoke promptly with utmost respect. Upon finishing, they slightly shifted their positions, signaling an invitation. The students in the ssroom were astonished by the deference Number Twelve of the Outer Shore disyed towards Chen Jie. While they were aware of Chen Jie¡¯s wealthy background, they hadn¡¯t anticipated such an exceptional disy. Some young, attractive, and alluring female students regarded Chen Jie with flirtatious nces. Chen Jie turned, directing a contemptuous look at Wang Xiao, who stood beside Tong Waner. His gazemunicated his scorn. Kid, this illustrates the gap between us! Wang Xiao naturally caught the challenging look Chen Jie sent his way. He couldn¡¯t help but grin, extending his right hand around Tong Waner¡¯s waist and simultaneously ncing back at Chen Jie. ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao!¡± Sensing Wang Xiao¡¯s intimate gesture, Tong Waner¡¯s lovely face flushed, and she shyly responded, yet she didn¡¯t withdraw Wang Xiao¡¯s hand. ¡°Damn it!¡± Observing Wang Xiao¡¯s hand inching toward Tong Waner¡¯s waist, Chen Jie¡¯s eyes zed with jealousy, his teeth clenched. Guided by the bodyguards, they entered thevish KTV room, adorned with opulence. This sight prompted some regr students who hadn¡¯t experienced this before to break into excitement. ¡°Oh my, if I get to visit this ce often in the future, I might just be doing quite well.¡± ¡°What¡¯s the big deal? I just aspire to be a prince.¡± ¡°Get out!¡± Some real-life female students had already approached Chen Jie, employing ttery and yful words. They teased him, often apanied by suggestive gestures, inciting envy among the male students nearby. Outwardly, Chen Jie engaged in lively conversations with these makeup-wearing female students. In truth, the corner of his eye was constantly on Tong Waner and Wang Xiao. Spotting their entrance, he selected a seat and sat with them. He talked to himself, seemingly oblivious to anyone else. The jealousy in his gaze could only intensify. ¡°Wang Xiao, you¡¯ll soon realize you¡¯re not up to par for Tong Waner!¡± Chapter 8 C8 ¨C Talking Idiotic Nonsense In no time, a waiter arrived with a selection of beer, specialty snacks, and the room instantly buzzed with liveliness. ¡°Brother Wang Xiao, if you¡¯re not enjoying this ambiance, we can head out early.¡± Tong Waner noticed Wang Xiao¡¯s subdued expression and spoke hesitantly. She presumed Wang Xiao hade to a vibrant ce like this only to amodate her, as he generally didn¡¯t favor such lively settings. ¡°Why would you think that? I actually quite like it.¡± Upon hearing Tong Waner¡¯s concern, Wang Xiao¡¯s lips curved into a smile as he reassured her. His expression had momentarily tensed when he noticed Chen Jie discreetly exiting the room, unaware of thetter¡¯s intentions. He hadn¡¯t anticipated that Tong Waner would pick up on the subtle shift in his demeanor. Witnessing the disbelief on Tong Waner¡¯s face, Wang Xiao found himselfpelled to demonstrate to her that he wasfortable with the ambiance. He turned to a plump man holding a stalk of wheat and requested, ¡°Hey, Fatty, pass me that stalk.¡± ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao, are you going to¡­¡± Tong Waner¡¯s beautiful eyes widened as they rested on Wang Xiao. An incredulous notion took root within her mind. Hadn¡¯t Big Brother Wang Xiao always disliked singing? Having requested a song, Wang Xiao moved to the center of the private room. In front of all their ssmates¡¯ gazes, he addressed the microphone, ¡°The next dedication goes out to my wife, Tong Waner. I hope she enjoys it.¡± The room¡¯s atmosphere instantaneously surged and erupted the moment he spoke, igniting the space with fervor. Awoo¡­ The male students¡¯ whistles and the female students¡¯ shrieks blended in the private room, creating a lingering atmosphere. ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao!¡± In an instant, Tong Waner felt as though everyone¡¯s gaze was fixed upon her. Her cheeks turned as red as ripe apples. Her exquisite eyes darted around, her heart a mix of embarrassment and delight. How could she address him so intimately in front of so many people! The embarrassment was real, so overwhelming! Tong Waner lightly nibbled her reddened lips and bashfully lowered her head. Her shy demeanor was incredibly endearing, causing the surrounding male students to brighten their eyes and swallow in response. ¡°You rascal, Wang Xiao, you dare flirt with my girl!¡± Coincidentally, Chen Jie reentered the private room at that moment. Witnessing this scene, his eyes red with boundless rage. He clenched his fists and fixed an intense stare on Wang Xiao. Wang Xiao had already begun singing the love confession song. The maic melody instantly filled the entire private room. Whoosh¡­ The ssmates were all caught up in excitement. This marked the first time they heard Wang Xiao sing so exceptionally well. The enchanting performance held everyone spellbound, only realizing it was over once thest note faded. After a brief pause, everyone regained theirposure and erupted into excited apuse. ¡°Waner, are your ears expecting?¡± Following the song, Wang Xiao returned to his seat, a smile ying on his lips as he addressed Tong Waner. Upon hearing this, a rosy hue spread across Tong Waner¡¯s cheeks. She wished to scold Wang Xiao. His singing was so wonderful; why didn¡¯t he sing for her? However, at that very moment, amotion arose from outside the private room, cutting her off. Wang Xiao arched an eyebrow and directed his gaze toward Chen Jie, who stood not too far away. Chen Jie was staring at him with a glint of coldness in his eyes. Wang Xiao grasped the implication and inwardly chuckled. ¡°As expected, a sneaky plot to slip away?¡± ¡°I¡¯m eager to witness the stunt you¡¯re about to pull!¡± With that, the door of the private room swung open. ¡°Hey, what a lively scene we have here. So many stunningdies.¡± A quirky voice echoed in from the entrance. A corpulent and uncouth man with an oversized head and ears sauntered in from outside, sporting an ominous grin. His gaze, full of malevolence, fixed on the youngdies inside the private room. Two imposing henchmen followed him closely. Sensing thescivious stare from the repugnant man, some female students instinctively sought refuge behind their malepanions. ¡°Who are you? Don¡¯t you realize there are upants in this private room already?¡± Before Chen Jie could utter a word, Zhang San had risen to his feet, berating the rotund individual with the prominent ears. Unbeknownst to Zhang San, before his words had even dissipated, one of the henchmen trailing the hefty man had sprung into action. With a resounding p, Zhang San¡¯s cheek bore the brunt, and the henchman bellowed in a deep tone, ¡°How dare you! I¡¯m Big Brother Pig, someone you don¡¯t dare point fingers at! Don¡¯t you grasp that Number Twelve of the Outer Beach falls under my jurisdiction as Big Brother Pig?¡± Zhang San¡¯s right cheek now bore a swollen mark from the p. He was so frightened that he could barely muster the courage to speak in response. ¡°Hey, don¡¯t frighten these lovelydies.¡± Big Brother Pig smirked crudely, casting his gaze upon the charming young women. With a chuckle, he remarked, ¡°Seems like I¡¯m in for a good time tonight. So many beautiful girls to enjoy.¡± At Big Brother Pig¡¯s words, the girls were instantly petrified, some even shedding tears. The boys, their faces pale, clenched their teeth as they stood protective of the girls they cared for. Big Brother Pig turned his head, locking eyes with Chen Jie, causing the corners of their mouths to curl upwards. Wang Xiao also discerned the subtle exchange and inwardly scoffed. ¡°Hey, this girl seems interesting. Care to have some fun with me?¡± In that moment, the gaze of Big Brother Pig swept across the private room, finally resting on Tong Waner. His eyes brightened as he offered a sly grin. Tong Waner sensed Big Brother Pig¡¯s mischievous stare and furrowed her brow slightly. Her heart raced briefly, but recalling that Wang Xiao was beside her, she managed to regain herposure. Observing Big Brother Pig¡¯s interest in Tong Waner, concern etched itself onto the faces of the female students. Meanwhile, the male students simmered with anger. Their fists clenched, yet none dared to make a move. They wished toe to Tong Waner¡¯s aid, but confronting gangsters like Big Brother Pig was not a risk they could afford to take. They were merely regr students. ¡°Pretty girl, did you hear what Big Brother Pig said? Come along quietly with us!¡± At this juncture, the two aplicesughed and hastened to approach Tong Waner. Wang Xiao, you must protect Tong Waner. She¡¯s your girlfriend! Many students at that point ced their hopes on Wang Xiao, yearning for him to step in and safeguard Tong Waner. However, as they observed Wang Xiao remaining seated and motionless, it was as if he feared Big Brother Pig. ¡°Why is Wang Xiao being so passive? Shouldn¡¯t he have stood up when he saw his girlfriend facing harassment?¡± ¡°Goddess Waner¡¯s judgment of character seems to have gone awry. How could she be interested in such a coward?¡± Witnessing Wang Xiao¡¯s actions, numerous students cast disdainful nces at him, their mocking whispers resonating softly. Wang Xiao remained unfazed by these murmurs, his expression unchanged. Observing the widespread animosity towards Wang Xiao, a scornful smile curled at the corners of Chen Jie¡¯s lips. Recognizing the opportune moment, he stood and emitted a cold snort, ¡°Piggy, hold up. They¡¯re all my ssmates!¡± Instantly, the twockeys ceased their actions. Piggy, upon spotting Chen Jie, grinned as if they had unexpectedly encountered each other. ¡°Well, Young Master Chen, who would¡¯ve thought you¡¯d be here. It¡¯s like when a flood heads to the Dragon King¡¯s Temple!¡± However, Piggy promptly donned a grave expression and directed his words at Chen Jie, ¡°But, you¡¯re aware that I have an interest here. A beauty like this is a rare sight today¡­¡± Trailing off, Piggy halted, his icy gaze locked onto Chen Jie, issuing a silent warning against meddling in others¡¯ affairs. The surrounding students trembled at Piggy¡¯s frigid re, their bodies quivering slightly, and they scarcely dared to exhale audibly. ¡°Piggy, that girl is my girlfriend. Please, show some mercy? This three thousand yuan is for us to have a good time.¡± Chen Jie spoke with a grin, extracting a wad of cash from his pocket and cing it into Piggy¡¯s palm. ¡°Very well. Since Young Master Chen insists, I¡¯ll give you face today. But letting your girlfriend share a drink with me isn¡¯t too much to ask, is it?¡± Giving Chen Jie a sly wink, Big Brother Pig covertly epted the money. He chuckled and remarked. Observing Chen Jie resolve the situation effortlessly, many female students cast a favorable gaze at him, while even the boys regarded him with admiration. Byparison, they turned to Wang Xiao with a disdainful look. ¡°He can¡¯t even defend his own woman. He¡¯s just a loser.¡± ¡°Chen Jie is the man who deserves trust!¡± ¡°Absolutely, no problem.¡± Chen Jie also grinned, then turned to Tong Waner and suggested, ¡°Waner,e over and raise a ss to Big Brother Pig.¡± It was indeed an investment worth making, being able to pursue Tong Waner with three thousand dors. ¡°Haha, you guys think my wife will raise a ss to you? Keep dreaming!¡± Before Tong Waner could respond, Wang Xiao, standing beside them, sneered and retorted. At this moment, he finallyprehended Chen Jie¡¯s intentions. The trite plot of the hero rescuing the damsel in distress didn¡¯t require further words; he stepped forward. Chapter 9 C9 ¨C Team Rebirth Bi¡­¡­ Wang Xiao¡¯s words instantly stirred up amotion among the students in the private room. ¡°Is Wang Xiao clueless? Young Master Chen has already intervened to handle the situation. Once Tong Waner raises a toast, everything will be resolved. Why did he deliberately provoke this?¡± ¡°Exactly. Why didn¡¯t he stand up for Tong Waner earlier? Why¡¯s he putting on a show now?¡± The students exchanged low murmurs, casting looks of disdain and revulsion toward Wang Xiao. ¡°Haha, Young Master Chen, you noticed that, right? It¡¯s not that I¡¯m disrespectful, but someone isn¡¯t respecting me.¡± Upon hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s words, Big Brother Pig¡¯s expression darkened as he turned to Chen Jie. Chen Jie raised an eyebrow. He was familiar with Big Brother Pig. When Big Brother Pig was angry, he didn¡¯t dare to intervene. Swiveling his gaze, he coldly addressed Wang Xiao, ¡°Kid, you¡¯re the first person audacious enough to speak to me this way. Impressive!¡± ¡°You¡¯ve misunderstood. I don¡¯t have a penchant for insults. If you¡¯re itching to hurl abuses, you could direct them at a pig instead!¡± Wang Xiao shrugged and spoke with an air of nonchnce. ¡°You!¡± Big Brother Pig¡¯s eyes widened upon hearing this. He despised being referred to as a pig the most. He erupted in a furious roar, ¡°Go, break one of his legs! Let¡¯s see if he¡¯ll still dare to be so arrogant.¡± The twockeys behind him clenched their fists upon hearing themand and lunged at Wang Xiao. The onlookers among the students, witnessing this scene, cast pitying gazes at Wang Xiao. They could already envision the gruesome image of Wang Xiao being incapacitated. ¡°You¡¯re giving yourself too much credit!¡± Observing this, Wang Xiao let out a disdainful snort. Swiftly, he pivoted on his feet and vanished from his initial position. As he reappeared, he was right in front of his twockeys. In one fluid motion, he extended his right hand. The air was filled with the distinct sound of two resounding ps. The two henchmen were sent hurtling through the air, crashing into the wall of the private room. The private room descended into utter silence. All those who witnessed this jaw-dropping spectacle had their eyes wide as saucers and their mouths agape, as if they could fit goose eggs inside. Whoosh¡­ After a brief moment, the private room buzzed withmotion. ¡°Wow, Wang Xiao is incredibly skilled!¡± ¡°Wang Xiao, you actually have martial arts prowess?¡± Even Big Brother Pig¡¯s eyes widened in astonishment as he stared at Wang Xiao. ¡°How¡­ how is this even possible?¡± ¡°I¡¯m not here to watch your performance. Tell me who ordered this.¡± Wang Xiao slowly approached Big Brother Pig and addressed him directly. ¡°What performance? Kid, I don¡¯t get what you¡¯re talking about.¡± Upon hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s words, Big Brother Pig¡¯s heart raced. Did he somehow find out about his involvement with Chen Jie? ¡°If you won¡¯t spill the beans, don¡¯t me me then.¡± Observing Big Brother Pig¡¯s unwillingness to confess, Wang Xiao shook his head and snorted coldly. ¡°Kid, I¡¯m the boss here. If you darey a finger on me, I can have you taken care of in an instant¡­ Ah!¡± Big Brother Pig initially intended to retort fiercely, but before he could finish, a sharp cry of pain escaped him. To everyone¡¯s surprise, Wang Xiao had twisted the fingers of his right hand. Apanied by a resounding ¡®crack,¡¯ his fingers snapped, and a searing agony surged through his arm. ¡°Can you talk now?¡± Gazing at Big Brother Pig¡¯s pallid face drenched in cold sweat, Wang Xiao uttered in an unemotional tone. Witnessing Wang Xiao¡¯s unrelenting methods for the first time, the surrounding students gulped and regarded him with newfound respect. Despite the pain, Big Brother Pig clenched his teeth and persisted, as if he¡¯d sooner perish than reveal anything. ¡°He¡¯s quite determined. Let¡¯s continue then.¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s cold smile emerged. He maneuvered his hands around Big Brother Pig¡¯s body, methodically dislocating one joint after another. This time, there was no pause; he continued relentlessly, dislocating half of Big Brother Pig¡¯s joints in a single stretch. Piercing shrieks reverberated within the private room. ¡°It was Chen Jie. He gave me five thousand yuan. He instructed me to stage this act for the girl.¡± At that moment, Wang Xiao ceased his actions. Before he could utter a word, Big Brother Pig, fear etched across his face, quickly spoke. His voice quavered, and his body trembled, as if subjected to unspeakable torment. To him, the young man before him was a demon, a demon straight from the depths of hell! These words ignited amotion in the private room! ¡°What, is it Chen Jie?¡± ¡°What a wicked scheme. If Wang Xiao didn¡¯t have some tricks up his sleeve, Chen Jie might have seeded¡­¡± These students weren¡¯t naive. They swiftly grasped Chen Jie¡¯s ulterior motive. Looking at Chen Jie, their eyes filled with disdain and disgust. Employing such a despicable tactic to win over a girl, it truly was a disgraceful move. They were nearly deceived by Chen Jie¡¯s ploy! It was a disaster! When he heard Big Brother Pig betray him, Chen Jie¡¯splexion turned ashen, and he slumped to the ground. ¡°Hmph, so you¡¯re just another softie!¡± Observing Big Brother Pig¡¯s reaction, Wang Xiao sneered, discarding him like a pile of mud. He shifted his attention to Chen Jie. ¡°Wang Xiao, what, what do you want?¡± Chen Jie¡¯s face drained of color when he noticed Wang Xiao¡¯s gaze on him. Fear flickered in his eyes. He had witnessed Wang Xiao coolly disassembling all of Big Brother Pig¡¯s joints. Pa¡­ A sharp p resounded through the air. Wang Xiao extended his hand and delivered a resounding p to Chen Jie¡¯s face. Then, in a frigid tone, he remarked, ¡°Consider this p from Tong Waner¡¯s boyfriend. I don¡¯t even care if you¡¯re a lowlife like you.¡± With that said, he turned to Tong Waner and stated, ¡°Waner, it¡¯s about time. Let¡¯s go!¡± ¡°Okay!¡± Tong Waner noddedpliantly and hastened her steps toward Wang Xiao. From the moment Big Brother Pig appeared until he yfully teased her, Tong Waner had remained silent. Her captivating gaze had remained fixed on Wang Xiao. She didn¡¯t even spare a nce for Chen Jie as she walked past him. ¡°Tong Waner, I¡­¡± A sharp pang of pain crossed his face, yet Tong Waner¡¯s dismissal hurt Chen Jie even more. He yearned to exin himself. However, Tong Waner didn¡¯t afford him the opportunity. Clutching onto Wang Xiao¡¯s hand, she departed. ¡°Loathsome individual, I no longer wish to remain here.¡± The other students also snubbed Chen Jie with disdainful looks and exited one after the other. In the end, only Zhang San and hispanions lingered in the private room. ¡°Wang Xiao, damn it, I won¡¯t just let this slide!¡± Chen Jie clenched his fists and ground his teeth, his voice roaring with intensity. Following this incident, his reputation in the ss plummeted. This was supposed to be the final ss gathering in high school, yet it concluded with such a scene. How could he not feel furious! Within a particr mountain range in Jiangnan Province, shrubbery proliferated, and human presence was sparse. Within a secluded valley nestled in the mountain range, dark silhouettes were in motion. These shadows exuded an aura of lethal intent, clearly the residue of recent killings. Masked and unknown to each other, these figures constituted members of the same organization. ¡°The mission to assassinate the Tong Family¡¯s daughter in Forest City has taken a twist. Two assassins of bronze rank have been neutralized.¡± In the present instance, a masked individual atop a precipitous cliff within the valley addressed the assassins of the Rebirth Camp. His voice, gruff and strained, conveyed a message of change. Whoosh¡­ With these words, amotion erupted among the Rebirth Camp assassins in the valley. ¡°Two assassins at the bronze rank, even against a group of ten mercenaries, they¡¯d be a breeze to handle. Isn¡¯t Tong Family¡¯s daughter guarded by just a ten-man team of seasoned soldiers?¡± ¡°Exactly. The attackers this time are supposedly the Li brothers. Given their prowess, even if they can¡¯t eliminate Tong Family¡¯s daughter, they should be able to escape unscathed.¡± On the valley¡¯s stone walls, the Rebirth Camp assassins exchanged puzzled nces. ¡°Here¡¯s the image the Li brothers transmitted before they died. You¡¯ll understand once you see it.¡± The leader-like figure in a mask spoke again, producing a mini projector and disying the image on the valley floor. The image began with Handsome Man effortlessly catching the Li brothers¡¯ daggers with his bare hands,pletely unharmed. Instantly, all the Rebirth Camp assassins from every direction fixated their gaze. Being seasoned assassins, they could readily discern that Wang Xiao was wearing a pair of Sky Silkworm Gloves. ¡°Heavens! It¡¯s the fabled assassin secret technique: Tendon-dissecting Hand!¡± Right at this moment, an observant assassin couldn¡¯t help but exim at the sight of Wang Xiao deftly dislocating the Li brothers¡¯ joints. Hearing this, several of the Rebirth Camp assassins in the valley furrowed their brows, their gazes bing intrigued. Even though the image only depicted Wang Xiao, the enigmatic and unpredictable technique he employed to dislocate bones left them with no doubt that the Li brothers were undergoing immense agony. The mention of the Tendon-dissecting Hand only intensified their inner turmoil. Then, they witnessed Wang Xiao extracting a jade bottle and sprinkling powder onto the Li brothers¡¯ bodies. The Li brothers¡¯ forms sizzled, dissolving into blood. Someone eximed in shock, ¡°Is this¡­ Corpse Dissolving Powder? Isn¡¯t this the renowned ultimate technique of the world¡¯s supreme assassin, the Ksitigarbha King?¡± ¡°I remember now. The Heavenly Silkworm Glove, Tendon-dissecting Hand, Corpse Powder. These seem to be Ksitigarbha King¡¯s pinnacle techniques!¡± At this juncture, another Rebirth Camp assassin¡¯s voice resonated deeply. These utterances instantaneously ignited a wave ofmotion throughout the valley. Chapter 10 C10 ¨C He Only Knows How to Bully Others Among assassins, the name ¡°Ksitigarbha King¡± held the weight of the heavens! Witnessing the hushed conversations resonating among the Rebirth Camp assassins within the valley, an air of chatter surrounded them. Xue Ying¡¯s countenance darkened, his voice frigid as hemanded, ¡°Silence!¡± His words ushered instant quiet in the valley. Evidently, his authority was paramount in everyone¡¯s regard. ¡°What if he is the Ksitigarbha King? Our Rebirth Camp presently ranks among the world¡¯s top ten assassin organizations. Moreover, thisd is so young. Fifteen years ago, he would have been a mere three-year-old. How could he be the Ksitigarbha King?¡± As the silence held, Xue Ying broke it, speaking with a resolute tone. Xue Ying¡¯s words resonated logically with the assembled group. ¡°Boss is spot on. This young man couldn¡¯t be the Ksitigarbha King.¡± One of the Rebirth Camp assassins, with reverence, spoke to Xue Ying. ¡°However, thisd wields the Heavenly Silkworm Glove and Corpse Dissolving Powder. He¡¯s even well-versed in the Tendon-dissecting Hand technique. Regardless of whether he¡¯s Ksitigarbha King, he holds close ties to him. If we manage to capture him alive and extract information about the Tendon-dissecting Hand and Ksitigarbha King¡¯s whereabouts¡­ that will be an immense aplishment. The higher-ups will surely reward us.¡± Xue Ying¡¯s voice took on a husky tone, his eyes gleaming with fervor. Even within the Rebirth Camp, a spirit ofpetition prevailed. Every assassin ranked in bronze would lead a team to fulfill missions assigned by the organization. As the leader of these assassins, it was incumbent upon him to consider the welfare of his subordinates. ¡°Boss, but this youth effortlessly took down Brother Li. Our own strength¡­¡± A momentter, a bronze-ranked assassin couldn¡¯t contain himself, voicing his concern. Their assassin team wasrgelyposed of bronze-ranked individuals. Confronting Wang Xiao solo would likely result in their torment and demise. ¡°For this mission, my Xue Ying team shall step up. All members, suspend your current tasks. I¡¯ll be joining as well.¡± Xue Ying recognized the intent behind the assassin¡¯s words, offering a response. With these words, a shiver ran through all the assassins in the valley. Was Boss Xue Ying really about to personally take on this mission? ¡°But many of us have already epted the assignment. If we back out now, we¡¯ll face penalties¡­¡± Another assassin murmured, his voice low. ¡°We¡¯ll capture Wang Xiao alive first and uncover Ksitigarbha King¡¯s location. Do you doubt that the higher-ups won¡¯t reward us?¡± Xue Ying¡¯s voice turned cold as he gave a disdainful look to the short-sighted assassin. Then he continued, ¡°And remember, that kid still wields the Tendon-dissecting Hand technique. If every member of our team masters this deadly art¡­¡± At this point, Xue Ying wisely paused. Right on cue, a spark of excitement ignited in the eyes of every assassin in the valley, their bodies pulsing with the thirst for bloodshed. Ksitigarbha King¡¯s ultimate technique was something any assassin would crave. ¡°Boss, we¡¯re with you.¡± The assassins¡¯ collective excitement radiated as they echoed their support for Xue Ying. For a brief moment, the valley reverberated with a chorus of unified voices, a symphony of murderous intent. ¡°Since there¡¯s no dissent, let¡¯s move!¡± Xue Ying found his team¡¯s response gratifying. A faint smile curved his lips as he issued hismand in a resonant tone. Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh! As his words hung in the air, a multitude of dark figures leaped from the valley¡¯s stone walls, a swift, concentrated force. In the blink of an eye, the valley emptied. Silence enveloped the space once more, as though no one had ever set foot there. ¡­¡­ Early in the morning, inside Wang Xiao¡¯s room. ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao, rise and shine! Breakfast is ready. The sun¡¯s up, but you¡¯re still tucked in.¡± Tong Waner mumbled to herself as she entered Wang Xiao¡¯s room. Seeing him sleeping soundly, she couldn¡¯t resist tugging at his nket and mumbling. ¡°Okay, Waner, let me snooze a bit more. Just ten more minutes, please.¡± Wang Xiao, in his drowsy state, clutched the nket and implored Tong Waner. ¡°No way, it¡¯s almost ten o¡¯clock already.¡± Tong Waner¡¯s stance was firm, resembling that of a newlywed with a touch of tsundere. ¡°Fine then, would you mind stepping out for a moment? I haven¡¯t dressed up yet. I¡¯ll join you downstairs after changing.¡± Wang Xiao finally gave in, opening his eyes and addressing Tong Waner. ¡°Humph, Big Brother Wang Xiao, don¡¯t assume I¡¯m clueless about your intentions. Are you trying to create an excuse to brush me off and return to your slumber? Not happening!¡± Tong Waner snorted icily and dered. Before Wang Xiao could react, her snow-white hands were already tugging at his nket. ¡°Uh¡­¡± Wang Xiao was caught off guard, his eyes widening involuntarily, and he didn¡¯t manage to conceal his surprise. In the next instant, when Tong Waner spotted Wang Xiao beneath the nket, her cheeks turned crimson, and she let out a startled yelp. ¡°Ah, Big Brother Wang Xiao, you¡¯re a rascal!¡± Tong Waner¡¯s heart was racing wildly. The image of his sturdy chest and subtly defined abs kept reying in her mind. Ugh, why is my mind upied with these thoughts? I¡¯m going to be corrupted! You rogue Wang Xiao, you¡¯re teasing me! Wang Xiao looked at Tong Waner, her cheeks flushed, and her head turned to the side. He raised his hands in surrender and said, ¡°I warned you a while back that I wasn¡¯t wearing anything. But you didn¡¯t believe me.¡± ¡°How was I supposed to know you were really stark naked? You¡¯ve never pulled this stunt before. I don¡¯t care. You¡¯re still a rascal!¡± Embarrassment colored Tong Waner¡¯s face. She covered it with her hands, snubbing Wang Xiao while avoiding looking at him. ¡°Alright, alright, alright. I¡¯ll be a rascal then, okay?¡± Wang Xiao spread his hands, conceding. His gaze fell upon Tong Waner, who was also d in loose pajamas. Her adorable pink sleepwear draped her curvaceous frame. Vaguely visible were her alluring contours. Her legs were sleek and strong, her delicate feet adorned with a pair of blue cartoon cotton slippers. She was incredibly charming and lovely. Gulp¡­ Wang Xiao found it somewhat difficult to swallow and his eyes brightened. Regardless, he had already beenbeled a ruffian, hadn¡¯t he? Why notmit to it one way or another? ¡°Hehe, Waner, isn¡¯t it perfectly natural for a husband to tease his wife?¡± Wang Xiao brushed his nose and added, casting a yful nce at Tong Waner. ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao, you can change your clothes. Waner will head off first.¡± Sensing the spark in Wang Xiao¡¯s gaze, Tong Waner¡¯s heart raced. Her cheeks flushed as she spun around, intending to depart. Wang Xiao wouldn¡¯t easily let Tong Waner go. He gently caught her soft, pliant hand, drawing her into his embrace. ¡°Are you just nning to leave now? Isn¡¯t it a bit toote?¡± Wang Xiao smiled down at Tong Waner nestled in his arms, teasing, ¡°You woke me up so early in the morning. Don¡¯t you think you owe me something?¡± Pulled back into his embrace, Tong Waner felt her heart flutter chaotically. Her delicate fingers fidgeted, and her crimson lips moved slightly. She stammered, ¡°Why do you think it¡¯s so early in the morning? It¡¯s nearly midday now¡­ Oh!¡± Tong Waner¡¯s words were interrupted as she sensed her small mouth being sealed. A jolt of electrifying sensation surged within her. Her first kiss was taken! And it was swiped by Wang Xiao! ¡°Mm, tastes like honey¡­¡± Wang Xiao felt exhration coursing through him. Fueled by a spring-like energy, he prepared for a fresh wave of yful assault. ¡°En¡­¡± Before Tong Waner could shake off the electrifying sensation, Wang Xiao gently moved his teeth away from hers. The world seemed to spin for a moment. Tong Waner¡¯s limbs felt feeble, rendering her incapable of exerting any force. She found herself nestling right into Wang Xiao¡¯s embrace. This rascal had a knack for nothing but teasing! Absolutely repulsive! Knock, knock, knock¡­ Just as Wang Xiao was about to take a step forward, a knocking resounded on the door. Tong Hu¡¯s voice echoed from outside. ¡°Youngdy, son-inw, the old man is looking for the youngdy.¡± Tong Waner, who had been dazed, abruptly snapped to attention. Her cheeks flushed, she gently pushed Wang Xiao away and hastened to straighten her disheveled attire. ¡°Tong Hu had to ruin Eldest Brother¡¯s wonderful news!¡± Wang Xiao clenched his teeth inwardly. He mentally cursed Tong Hu countless times! ¡°I understand. I¡¯lle down now.¡± With her clothing now orderly, Tong Waner¡¯s cheeks still tinged with pink. She directed her words to Tong Hu outside the door. She swiftly rose and exited the room. Just before leaving, she couldn¡¯t help but cast an intense re at Wang Xiao. ¡°Ahem, ahem¡­¡± Noticing Tong Waner¡¯s gaze, Wang Xiao let out a discreet cough. He touched his nose, pretending to shift his attention elsewhere, assuming the guise of innocence. Witnessing this, Tong Waner rolled her eyes at Wang Xiao. She snorted and ordered, ¡°Hurry and get dressed. Join us for breakfast!¡± You scoundrel, Wang Xiao! Chapter 11 C11 ¨C Isn¡¯t It Just a Stroke? As Wang Xiao dressed and descended to the vi¡¯s ground floor, he caught the sound of Tong Waner¡¯s anxious voice. ¡°What? Grandfather copsed? Second Uncle urgently asked me toe over.¡± Wang Xiao arched an eyebrow, spotting Tong Waner¡¯s anxious demeanor. Curiosity prompted him to inquire, ¡°Waner, what¡¯s going on?¡± ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao, Grandpa¡¯s old ailment resurfaced. I need to see him.¡± Tong Waner¡¯s porcin-white face was etched with concern. She clutched Wang Xiao¡¯s hand, her voice quivering. ¡°I¡¯ll go with you!¡± Witnessing the anxiety in Tong Waner¡¯s exquisite eyes tugged at Wang Xiao¡¯s heartstrings. Despite only spending a few days with her, he had already developed an affection for this pure and adorable girl. Love flourishes in odd ces. If Tong Waner¡¯s grandfather was truly unwell, Wang Xiao wouldn¡¯t stand idly by. ¡°Sure!¡± Tong Waner readily epted, nodding her head. They swiftly reached a vi enve in the southern part of Eastern City. Upon entering, they came face to face with Tong Waner¡¯s second aunt, Chen Feng, and cousin, Tong Bin. ¡°Tong Waner, why did you bring him along?¡± Noticing Wang Xiao beside Tong Waner, her second aunt Chen Feng¡¯s brows knitted as she posed the question sternly. ¡°Second Aunt, Big Brother Wang Xiao is also a part of our family. Why shouldn¡¯t I bring him?¡± Tong Waner¡¯s brows furrowed, her retort to Second Aunt Chen Fengced with annoyance. ¡°Heh, who does he think he is? Just a useless guy who¡¯s leeching off our Tong Family. Feeding off our family¡¯s resources.¡± At this moment, Tong Waner¡¯s cousin, Tong Bin, cast Wang Xiao a disparaging look, his words dripping with mockery. His tone was loaded with disdain. Wang Xiao¡¯s brows knitted slightly. He recalled what he had discussed with Tong Waner on their way here. Apparently, the person he had impersonated, Wang Xiao, had some history with these so-called second aunt and cousin. But why were they targeting him upon arrival? ¡°Isn¡¯t that right? Waner, it¡¯s not just Second Aunt saying this. In today¡¯s world¡­ When finding a partner, wealth and influence matter. A useless individual like him, marrying into the Tong Family. You better rid yourself of him swiftly. If you can¡¯t, I can talk to your father for you.¡± Second Aunt Chen Feng assumed a ¡°for your own good¡± facade. Her tone shifted after her extended conversation with Tong Waner. She continued addressing her, ¡°The Li Group¡¯s Young Master Li, whom I introduced to youst time, is promising. You might want to consider¡­¡± Wang Xiao gleaned the reason for this disdainful Second Aunt¡¯s animosity. It seemed she wished to employ Tong Waner to ingratiate herself with others. ¡°Aunt, I can make my own decision about my marriage. I don¡¯t need you to worry about it!¡± Tong Waner furrowed her brows and let out a disapproving snort at her second aunt, Chen Feng, speaking in a deep tone. Pushing her words further, she even linked arms with Wang Xiao, addressing her cousin, Tong Bin, ¡°Cousin Tong Bin, I genuinely believe that Big Brother Wang Xiao is immensely capable. He¡¯s destined for remarkable achievements in the future. Contrary to what you say, he won¡¯t be a mere freeloader depending on the Tong Family¡¯s resources. Yet, he¡¯s in his twenties and hasn¡¯t fully seeded yet. It¡¯s more urate to say he¡¯s a working member of the Tong Family, rather than the parasite you imply.¡± Tong Bin¡¯s expression darkened upon hearing Tong Waner¡¯s biting remark. He could no longer keep up appearances. Was she mocking him? Wang Xiao¡¯s gaze settled on Tong Waner. As he noticed her serious gaze upon him, a warmth filled his heart. This girl wasn¡¯t affectionate toward him without reason! ¡°Youngdy, how could you use such words? Your second aunt and cousin are just speaking for your benefit. A few words shouldn¡¯t be used as weapons to hurt others.¡± Second Aunt¡¯s demeanor turned sour as well. The wicked start withints, and then sheshed out at Tong Waner with a stern tone. ¡°I¡­¡± Tong Waner was about to retort. However, at that moment, Wang Xiao held her hand and shook his head, signaling her not to engage. ¡°Never mind. Our purpose is to visit grandpa. Let¡¯s go inside first.¡± ¡°But¡­ okay.¡± Tong Waner reluctantly epted Wang Xiao¡¯s decision, even though she held reservations. His clear eyes persuaded her toply. ¡°Hmph, trash remains trash. Even when your own woman is insulted, you dare not step up to defend her!¡± Seeing Wang Xiao¡¯s actions, Tong Bin, her cousin, believed Wang Xiao¡¯s silence was due to fear. He couldn¡¯t resist taunting him openly. Tong Bin¡¯s cousin didn¡¯t bother to keep his voice down, making his remarks audible to Tong Waner and Wang Xiao who were walking ahead. ¡°What did you say? Repeat it!¡± Tong Waner¡¯s attractive face red up in anger. She was about to confront Tong Bin. ¡°Waner, let it go. Let them say whatever they want,¡± Wang Xiao interjected, pulling her along. Wang Xiao halted her again and led her inside. Upon witnessing this, both Second Aunt Chen Feng and Tong Bin exchanged scornful expressions. ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao, why did you stop me? They¡¯re mocking you!¡± Inside the vi, Tong Waner¡¯s fists clenched as she shot Wang Xiao an angry look and inquired. ¡°If a dog bites us, must we bite back?¡± Wang Xiao offered a faint smile, gently patting Tong Waner¡¯s head while responding. Hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s words, although a trace of reluctance remained in Tong Waner¡¯s heart, she also recognized the logic in what he said. ¡°Miss Waner.¡± When reaching the staircase on the second floor of the vi, Tong Waner caught the attention of a few Tong Family guards, who greeted her with deference. ¡°How¡¯s Grandpa?¡± Worriedly, Tong Waner nodded her head and inquired. ¡°He¡¯s still unconscious. Elder Dong is administering acupuncture to him.¡± The head guard lowered his gaze as he reported. ¡°Elder Dong is here? That¡¯s reassuring!¡± The tension on Tong Waner¡¯s lovely face eased upon hearing that Elder Dong was present. Taking Wang Xiao¡¯s hand, she led the way to her grandfather¡¯s room. Upon entering, Wang Xiao noticed a middle-aged man standing by the side, his gaze fixed tensely on a spot. The middle-aged man barely nced at Wang Xiao, Tong Waner, and the others before turning away, choosing not to speak. This individual was Tong Waner¡¯s second uncle, Tong Tie. Following Tong Tie¡¯s line of sight, Wang Xiao¡¯s gazended on a frail elderly man in traditional attire, lying on the bed. His eyes were tightly shut, and his body was adorned with silver needles. By the bed, a white-coated, white-haired elderly man maintained a solemn demeanor. Beads of sweat dotted his forehead, reflecting the gravity of the moment. It was evident he was performing acupuncture on the old man in traditional attire. Tong Waner¡¯s attractive countenance was etched with worry. She joined her hands together and whispered something under her breath with her rosy lips, seemingly lost in prayer. ¡°Sigh¡­¡± Right at this moment, the White-haired Old Man let out a soft sigh and came to a halt. ¡°Grandpa Dong, what¡¯s wrong with my grandfather?¡± Seeing Elder Dong pause, Tong Waner¡¯s lovely countenance tightened. Hastily, she moved over and inquired with concern. ¡°Waner, you¡¯re here¡­¡± Elder Dong¡¯s weathered features twisted into a wry smile upon spotting Tong Waner. He began, ¡°Your grandfather has been unwell for over a day and a half. His cardiac and vascr systems are obstructed. I¡¯ve been trying to persuade him to undergo surgery, but he¡¯s been refusing to heed the advice.¡± ¡°Presently, his cardiovascr channels arepletely obstructed, causing his blood to stagnate and rendering him unconscious. Although I can utilize silver needles to rouse him, the blood within him is still congealed and motionless.¡± ¡°Elder Dong, what¡¯s the implication here? You mean awakening father while his blood and vital energy remain stagnant?¡± Before Tong Waner could even speak, Tong Tie had already taken a step forward, his brows furrowed. He addressed Elder Dong with reverence. ¡°Ah¡­¡± Elder Dong sighed once more, then elucidated, ¡°In simpler terms, Old Tong has suffered a stroke!¡± ¡°What? How can that be!¡± Hearing Elder Dong¡¯s statement, Tong Waner¡¯s lovely face tensed, tears welled up in her crystalline eyes. She shook her head as she cried, unable to believe it. She reached out, sping Elder Dong¡¯s hand, entreating, ¡°Grandpa Dong, you must save grandpa. You have to save him!¡± ¡°Waner, don¡¯t be rash!¡± Tong Tie¡¯s expression darkened as he reprimanded Tong Waner. Though he wasn¡¯t a medical professional, he knew that patients who suffered from strokes and ended up in a vegetative state had negligible chances of recovery. They¡¯d typically remain bedridden until they passed away. ¡°Ah¡­¡± Seeing Tong Waner¡¯s profound distress, Dong Yuan sighed lightly, his aged visage tinged with remorse. If only his medical skills were more advanced¡­ ¡°Is it just a stroke? Is it thatplicated to treat? A few needles from me can resolve it.¡± At this moment, anguid voice unexpectedly echoed through the room. Chapter 12 C12 ¨C Nine Serenities Soul Returning Needle The one who stepped in was Wang Xiao. Seeing Tong Waner in such distress, he couldn¡¯t bear it and had to intervene. ¡°Wang Xiao, refrain from making baseless assumptions. Father suffered a stroke. Do you think it was a meremon cold or a run-of-the-mill typhoon?¡± Tong Tie¡¯s expression darkened as well. He rebuked Wang Xiao with anger, fully aware of this inw who had joined their family through marriage. ¡°Hehe, a few needles can cure him, huh? Do you imagine yourself to be the resurrected Hua Tuo? What a joke!¡± In the midst of this, another contemptuous chuckle echoed through the room. Almost unnoticed, Second Aunt Chen Feng and cousin Tong Bin had also arrived. The one who had spoken turned out to be Tong Bin. ¡°A few needles as a cure? Wang Xiao, are you belittling Elder Dong¡¯s medical expertise?¡± Second Aunt Chen Feng addressed Wang Xiao with a sly and malicious tone, her words implicating Elder Dong. She seemed ready to use Wang Xiao of disrespecting the elders the moment she opened her mouth. As expected, Dong Yuan, standing by her side, subtly furrowed his brows and cast a piercing gaze at Wang Xiao. ¡°Young man, if your medical skills are indeed that remarkable, I¡¯m curious to witness them myself.¡± With a low, chilly snort, Dong Yuan¡¯s voice carried a deep undertone as he addressed Wang Xiao. Observing that Wang Xiao had inadvertently irked Elder Dong, Tong Waner¡¯s lovely face tightened. Swiftly, she grabbed Wang Xiao¡¯s hand and gave him an intense re. Sensing Tong Waner¡¯s subtle gestures, Wang Xiao reciprocated with a reassuring look. Finally, Tong Waner released a sigh of relief. If Big Brother Wang Xiao truly managed to provoke Elder Dong, it could lead toplications in the future. Yet, in the next moment, Wang Xiao¡¯s words froze Tong Waner¡¯s pretty face in shock. ¡°From my perspective, there¡¯s no discernible distinction between a stroke and amon cold. Even if Hua Tuo were alive, his medical prowess might not surpass mine.¡± Wang Xiao nced at Tong Tie and Tong Bin, offering a disdainful smile as he continued. ¡°I haven¡¯t belittled anyone¡¯s medical expertise, because¡­¡± He swiftly shifted his gaze to his second aunt, Chen Feng, and Elder Dong, and spoke with a solemn tone, ¡°As far as I see it, those who pursue medical studies nowadays are all mediocre!¡± ¡°¡­¡± As his second aunt, Chen Feng, and Dong Yuan absorbed his words, their expressions stiffened. Tong Waner¡¯s stunning eyes widened and her mouth hung open. She had assumed that Big Brother Wang Xiao¡¯s look was a signal that he wouldn¡¯t antagonize Second Uncle, Second Aunt, and Elder Dong. Well, he had really outdone himself. He had managed to offend all four of them simultaneously! As expected, within an instant, a flicker of anger emerged on the faces of Tong Tie, Chen Feng, and the others. ¡°You little b*stard, you¡¯ve got some nerve!¡± Even Elder Dong¡¯s face flushed with anger. His quivering finger pointed at Wang Xiao as he uttered his annoyance. With so many people in the field of medicine, this kid had audaciously insulted them all. His arrogance knew no bounds. ¡°Whether he¡¯s arrogant or not, you¡¯ll soon find out.¡± Wang Xiao paid no heed to the four irate men. Swiftly retrieving a needle pouch from his right hand, he moved towards the elderly man on the bed. Hm? This needle pouch looked somewhat familiar! Dong Yuan raised an eyebrow upon spotting the needle pouch in Wang Xiao¡¯s hand. A hint of skepticism flitted across his gaze. He involuntarily looked down and, upon realizing that the needle pouch from his white coat had vanished, his expression immediately shifted. ¡°My needle pouch is in that kid¡¯s possession? When did he manage to take it? Why didn¡¯t I notice?¡± Three questions sprang up in Dong Yuan¡¯s mind all at once. Just then, Wang Xiao¡¯s voice resounded again. ¡°Elder Dong, pay close attention!¡± At this juncture, Wang Xiao cast a brief nce at Elder Dong. Several silver needles were already in his grasp, and he spoke with a calm tone. With those words, Wang Xiao¡¯s countenance turned chilly. Swiftly flipping his right hand, the silver needles transformed into glints of icy light, descending upon the elderly man¡¯s body. His hands moved nimbly amid the silver needles like a serpentine dancer. ¡°Hehe, I assumed you were remarkably capable. Yet, you¡¯re just like Elder Dong, targeting the same pressure points.¡± Witnessing this, a scornful smile tugged at the corner of Tong Bin¡¯s lips as he looked down on Wang Xiao. Though unfamiliar with acupuncture techniques, he could discern that the positions where Wang Xiao ced the needles matched those that Elder Dong had used. ¡°Shut up!¡± In this moment, Elder Dong¡¯s demeanor grew earnest as he shouted at Tong Bin. ¡°Grandpa Dong, I¡¯m only speaking on your behalf. Why are you reprimanding me?¡± Tong Bin adopted a wronged expression as he addressed Elder Dong. ¡°You¡¯re unaware of the whole situation. It¡¯s not your fault. But refrain from uttering nonsense!¡± Dong Yuan red at Tong Bin, his voice resonating with gravity. ¡°Thisd is employing the legendary Nine Serene Soul Returning Needle. It¡¯s been lost for ages. I didn¡¯t expect to witness it today.¡± Dong Yuan¡¯s eyes glistened like a devoted worshipper beholding a goddess long admired. ¡°Well, Chief Elder Dong, you¡¯re quite knowledgeable to recognize the Nine Serenities Soul Returning Needle.¡± Wang Xiao also turned towards Dong Yuan, offering his praise. ¡°I chanced upon it while perusing an ancient tome. My knowledge on it is limited!¡± Dong Yuan humbled himself, offering a slight bow to Wang Xiao. ¡°Haha, then today, I¡¯ll allow you to witness its prowess. Your progress will rely on your diligence.¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s smile was understated as he addressed Dong Yuan. ¡°I¡¯ll take this seriously!¡± Dong Yuan disyed earnestness, affirming hismitment to Wang Xiao. The room¡¯s upants were all taken aback. One was the director of Forest City People¡¯s Hospital, and the other was a recent high school graduate. Thetter also happened to be part of the Tong Family by marriage. Mere moments ago, the former had worn an expression of anger. However, within the next breath, he was bowing to thetter. Even more astonishingly, neither of them found this change in demeanor to be peculiar. What¡¯s the matter? Is there something awry in this world? ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao is incredible. To earn such high praise for his medical skills from Grandpa Dong is truly impressive.¡± Tong Waner¡¯s pure white face was beaming with delight. She regarded Wang Xiao with a deep sense of admiration. ¡°Voyaging through the Ninth Underworld, the King of Hell reincarnate!¡± Wang Xiao had his undivided attention on the elderly man lying on the bed. His fingers blurred into shadows as he firmly pressed onto the old man¡¯s chest. Dong Yuan, observing from the side, had a glint of golden light in his eyes. His entire body quivered as if he were witnessing something wondrous. ¡°Look, there are bloodlines emerging on the old man¡¯s body.¡± At that moment, his second aunt, Chen Feng, seemed to have spotted something and eximed in astonishment. Both Tong Tie and Tong Waner turned their gaze in the direction indicated by Second Aunt. Indeed, beneath each silver needle on Grandfather¡¯s body, ck bloodlines began to manifest. These ebony lines swiftly expanded, hinting at the possibility of interconnecting with the other bloodlines. ¡°Wang Xiao, what have you done to the old man? Are you attempting to harm him?¡± Witnessing this, Second Aunt Chen Feng¡¯s face contorted with severity. She charged forward, intent on removing the bloodlines from the old man¡¯s body. ¡°Get out!¡± At the pivotal moment, Wang Xiao¡¯s expression turned grim. With a powerful smack, he sent Second Aunt Chen Feng hurtling through the air. She collided with a nearby bookshelf beforeing to a halt. ¡°Wang Xiao, you¡¯re asking for trouble!¡± Witnessing Chen Feng being struck, Tong Bin¡¯s countenance grew dark. He balled his fist, poised to retaliate against Wang Xiao. ¡°Hold it right there, Wang Xiao can¡¯t be disturbed right now!¡± In that instant, Dong Yuan reacted and shouted at Tong Bin. ¡°It¡¯s done!¡± By this time, Wang Xiao had finallypleted the most crucial step of the Nine Serene Soul Returning Needle. He stashed away the silver needles he had used on the elderly man and announced. All eyes were fixed on Tang Suit Old Man¡¯s body, where numerous ck blood vessels had converged at a single point. Over the Shangyang Acupoint on his right hand, Wang Xiao took up a small knife and pricked his finger, allowing the ck blood to flow out. ¡°As expected of the Nine Serenities Soul Returning Needle. It can amass all the blood clots in a stroke patient¡¯s body and then expel them!¡± Dong Yuan¡¯s aged face brimmed with emotion. His eyes shone with amazement as he spoke. ¡°Hmph, what¡¯s the big deal? Didn¡¯t the old man still not wake up?¡± In that instant, Tong Bin had already helped Chen Feng up and shot Wang Xiao a frosty look. ¡°Uhm¡­ Where are we?¡± Simultaneously, a voice ancient and solemn resounded from the other side of the bed, causing Tong Bin¡¯s expression to immediately stiffen. ¡°Grandfather, you¡¯re awake?¡± Witnessing her grandfather¡¯s wakefulness, Tong Waner¡¯s face lit up with joy. She drew closer to Elder Tong and eximed with delight. ¡°I¡­ What happened to me?¡± Elder Tong¡¯splexion appeared somewhat pallid. With Tong Waner¡¯s assistance, he sat up and inquired. ¡°Elder Tong, your heart was blocked just moments ago, and it was nearly impossible to recover. Even I couldn¡¯t have managed to save you. It¡¯s all thanks to the young man that Waner brought that the Qi and blood flow in your body was restored.¡± Holding onto Elder Tong¡¯s hand, Dong Yuan said with deep emotion. Tears welled in his aged eyes. ¡°So that¡¯s the situation. Young man, I owe you my life for saving me.¡± As Old Tong grasped the circumstances, he couldn¡¯t help but turn his gaze towards Wang Xiao, examining him from head to toe. A glint of appreciation flickered in his elderly eyes as he expressed his heartfelt gratitude. Chapter 13 C13 ¨C What A Good Wife Familiar with his own condition, he had even rejected the Chairman¡¯s offer to undergo surgery, making the current situation unexpected. ¡°Grandpa Tong, you¡¯re too kind. We¡¯re practically family.¡± Wang Xiao disyed a serious expression in front of Old Tong, respectfully cupping his hands in acknowledgment. ¡°En? One of us?¡± Upon hearing this, Elder Tong¡¯s expression grew uncertain. He turned his gaze towards Tong Waner, seeking answers. ¡°Grandfather, he¡¯s Wang Xiao, my fianc¨¦. He hasn¡¯t visited you often in the past, so it¡¯s natural you might not recognize him.¡± Tong Waner blushed, her head slightly lowered as she exined weakly to Elder Tong. ¡°So you¡¯re that Wang Xiao brat. I remember seeing you when you were much younger. Haven¡¯t seen you in years, and you¡¯ve changed quite a bit.¡± Elder Tong also grasped the situation and smiled faintly. Concerning the engagement between Tong Waner and Wang Xiao, he had been informed by his boss. He had even initially opposed the matter. During the annual family gatherings, he deliberately excluded Wang Xiao. Unexpectedly, after all these years, Wang Xiao had not only matured but had also acquired exceptional medical skills. ¡°Grandpa Tong, this youngster was inconsiderate years ago, failing to pay his respects to you. I hope you can forgive him.¡± At this moment, Wang Xiao sincerely apologized, his demeanor serious as he bowed to Elder Tong. ¡°Wang Xiao, it¡¯s I who should apologize. For years, I¡¯ve been against your marriage with Waner. You must have endured much during this time, am I right?¡± Elder Tong waved his hand and regarded Wang Xiao with a tinge of embarrassment on his face. ¡°This brat isn¡¯t bitter!¡± Wang Xiao hurriedly cupped his hands and replied. What he said held true. Over the past few years, he hadn¡¯t been the one to bear the suffering; it was the ¡°Wang Xiao from before.¡± ¡°Starting from today, I won¡¯t oppose the matter between you and Waner anymore. I¡¯ll make sure the word gets out here. Anyone daring to object to your marriage will have to go through me first!¡± Observing Wang Xiao¡¯s reasonable stance, Elder Tong¡¯s heart grew even heavier with guilt, and he spoke with sincerity. ¡°Grandfather, we haven¡¯t even entered university yet. Why should we get married?¡± Tong Waner blushed, directing her shy words toward Elder Tong. Eventually, her beautiful eyes couldn¡¯t help but sneak a nce at Wang Xiao. Seeing his nonchnt expression, a trace of disappointment subtly surfaced within her heart. ¡°All of you are over 18 years old, so marriage is possible. Back in our time, we were just 16 and already raising children,¡± Elder Tong stated earnestly. Coming to this point, he couldn¡¯t help but cast a sidelong look at Wang Xiao, inquiring in a hushed tone, ¡°Young Wang Xiao, have you ever shared a room?¡± ¡°Er¡­¡± Hearing Elder Tong¡¯s words, Wang Xiao¡¯s lips twitched. He hadn¡¯t anticipated the old man¡¯s mindset to be so modern. Tong Waner¡¯s face had turned as crimson as a ripe apple by now. She covered her face and bashfully eximed, ¡°Grandfather, you¡¯re being anything but serious!¡± Seeing Tong Waner¡¯s bashful demeanor, Elder Tong, Dong Yuan, and Wang Xiao all burst intoughter. Second Aunt Chen Feng and cousin Tong Bin, however, wore frowned expressions. They had intended to set up Tong Waner with Young Master Li, but now the old man¡¯s unexpected announcement was clearly a warning. ¡°Hmph, I merely roused grandpa from his sleep. Who knows if there¡¯ll be any aftereffects?¡± At this point, Tong Bin snorted coldly, shattering the joyful ambiance in the room. ¡°Cousin, what¡¯s the implication of your words? Are you cursing grandpa?¡± Tong Waner¡¯s brow furrowed, her tone taking on a serious note as she addressed Tong Bin. ¡°I never said that.¡± Tong Bin spread his hands and said. ¡°Exactly. Little Bin is just concerned about the old man¡¯s health. After all, Elder Dong mentioned the old man having a stroke. It seemed highly unlikely for him to recover. Now, out of the blue, he¡¯s sitting up. Who knows, maybe he¡¯s making an unexpected recovery¡­¡± Second Aunt Chen Feng¡¯s tone was equally sharp, yet before she could finish, Tong Tie interjected. ¡°Chen Feng!¡± Tong Tie¡¯s stern gaze bore into Chen Feng as he thundered. Though Tong Tie intervened in time, it was evident to anyone that Chen Feng was harboring ill wishes for the old man. Elder Tong¡¯s expression darkened abruptly. ¡°Hmph, just because you¡¯re oblivious doesn¡¯t mean the matter doesn¡¯t exist. A frog in a well shouldn¡¯t ther about the sky.¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s brows furrowed slightly as he retorted frostily to Chen Feng and Tong Bin. If it weren¡¯t for Tong Waner, he would have already taught these two a lesson long ago. ¡°Since you doubt Wang Xiao¡¯s medical expertise, then I suppose you trust my medical skills, right? How about I examine the old man¡¯s health?¡± Dong Yuan¡¯s harrumph was cold and crisp. He fixed Chen Feng and Tong Bin with an unfriendly re. ¡°I¡­¡± Second Aunt Chen Feng seemed poised to speak, but Tong Tie halted her. ¡°What¡¯s Elder Dong suggesting? We naturally hold your medical abilities in high regard.¡± Tong Tie offered Dong Yuan a smile. After all, Elder Dong served as the director of Forest City People¡¯s Hospital. If he offended Elder Dong, it would likely spell trouble for his medical equipment business. Dong Yuan snorted and proceeded to check Elder Tong¡¯s pulse. Within seconds, his countenance underwent a transformation. ¡°It¡¯s steady. The pulse is remarkably stable. In fact, it¡¯s even healthier than that of most young individuals!¡± Dong Yuan eximed. Dong Yuan¡¯s statement hit Chen Feng and Tong Bin like a shockwave, leaving them astounded. Tong Tie¡¯s gaze flickered. ¡°Given Elder Dong¡¯s stance, do you have anything else to contribute?¡± Tong Waner shifted her gaze to Chen Feng and Tong Bin, her expression icy as she snorted disdainfully. Both of them disyed traces of embarrassment, opting to remain silent. ¡°Wang Xiao, my boy, where did you acquire such an impressive medical skill?¡± Elder Tong, reassured by his stable and robust pulse, couldn¡¯t contain his joy. He inquired curiously from Wang Xiao. Dong Yuan, standing beside him, also fixed his gaze on Wang Xiao, sharing in the curiosity. ¡°Uh¡­¡± Wang Xiao found himself taken aback, struggling to determine how to exin. Was he not the ¡°former Wang Xiao¡± but rather here to collect the bag? ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao made an appearance and traveled for six months before. He must have learned it during that time.¡± Tong Waner¡¯s eyes sparkled with admiration as she regarded Wang Xiao, speaking earnestly. ¡°Actually, yes. I was on a half-year journey and met an unusual individual. I acquired some medical skills from him.¡± Worried about finding a valid excuse, Wang Xiao seized upon Tong Waner¡¯s words to offer an exnation. Truly, she was the best wife in China. She assisted me in perfecting my lie. ¡°So that¡¯s how it is.¡± When Elder Tong heard this, he couldn¡¯t help but sigh. ¡°There are indeed many strange people in China!¡± Dong Yuan heaved a sigh as well. Neither of them doubted it, as if they had heard of such serendipitous encounters before. Dong Yuan promptly turned to Old Tong, his tone filled with emotion. ¡°Old Tong, you¡¯ve got a great grandson-inw!¡± ¡°No doubt about it. Don¡¯t be envious. Who told you that you don¡¯t have a granddaughter?¡± Old Tong wore an expression of pride while teasing Dong Yuan, his demeanor akin to that of an old yet mischievous child. ¡°Old Tong, you¡­¡± Dong Yuan¡¯s expression grew irate as expected upon hearing Old Tong¡¯s words. With a disdainful snort, he retorted, ¡°So what if I don¡¯t have a granddaughter? I have numerous lovely female students under my tutge.¡± In a swift turn of his head towards Wang Xiao, he urged, ¡°Wang Xiao, you rascal, if you¡¯ve broken up with Waner, I¡¯ll introduce you to my female students. A beautiful female doctor, an innocent young nurse¡ªname it, you can have whatever you want!¡± ¡°You dare!¡± Elder Tong pped his thigh and shouted at Dong Yuan. ¡°See if I dare or not!¡± Dong Yuan¡¯s face was full of pride as he said to Elder Tong. ¡°Eh, are they usually like this?¡± Observing the two elderly men in front of him, nearly a hundred and fifty years old, squabbling like kids, Wang Xiao turned his head towards Tong Waner, seeking her guidance. ¡°Grandpa and Grandpa Dong have always been like this. Don¡¯t be concerned about them,¡± Tong Waner reassured Wang Xiao with a wry smile. Tong Waner¡¯s expression also carried a hint of resignation as she addressed Wang Xiao. Having ceded the room to the bickering senior citizens, Wang Xiao and Tong Waner retreated to the corridor to catch their breath. It was evident that Elder Tong was remarkably spirited and in good health. ¡°Wang Xiao, don¡¯t let your limited medical knowledge inte your ego. It doesn¡¯t alter the fact that you¡¯re just a freeloader in the Tong Family!¡± At this juncture, Tong Bin¡¯s inappropriate voice resurfaced from behind. He approached Wang Xiao and derisivelymented. ¡°Is it any of your business?¡± A faint frown creased Wang Xiao¡¯s forehead as he inquired in a low, steady tone. ¡°Haha, of course it¡¯s my concern. You should be acutely aware of your own limitations. You¡¯re incapable of providing happiness to Waner¡¯s cousin, whereas Young Master Li can. He¡¯s endowed with wealth and influence. Whatever Waner¡¯s cousin desires, he can provide. What can you offer Waner¡¯s cousin? What does your medical expertise bring to the table?¡± Tong Bin leveled a scornful gaze at Wang Xiao and sarcastically retorted. Chapter 14 C14 ¨C Honorary Professor of TCM ¡°Hey, Wang, why the rush? I¡¯ve got something to discuss with you!¡± At that very moment, Elder Dong emerged from the room, quick to catch up with Wang Xiao. He sped Wang Xiao¡¯s hand with an enthusiastic gleam in his eyes. Under Elder Dong¡¯s assertive gaze, an uneasiness spread through Wang Xiao. He coughed lightly in response, telling Elder Dong, ¡°Elder Dong, if you have something to say, just say it. No need to tug me around.¡± ¡°Wang, my boy, how about joining my hospital as a professor? Just four days a month and a monthly pay of fifty thousand.¡± Elder Dong didn¡¯t relinquish his grip on Wang Xiao¡¯s hand; in fact, he held tighter, as if fearing that the person before him would vanish the moment he released his hold. ¡°What? A fifty-thousand monthly sry?¡± The expression on Second Aunt Chen Feng¡¯s face shifted dramatically at this revtion. It felt like Tong Bin had been pped. Only moments ago, he was belittling Wang Xiao, asserting that apart from some medical skills, he was of no use. In the next instant, Wang Xiao was being conferred an honorary professorship at the named hospital! Before Tong Bin could recover from his shock, Wang Xiao¡¯s reply plunged him back into confusion. ¡°I¡¯m sorry, but I¡¯m not interested in an honorary professorship. I still have university to attend.¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s rejection of Elder Dong was straightforward, his eyes reflecting a genuine resolve. ¡°Wang Xiao, an honorary professorship at People¡¯s Hospital! Even the most renowned doctors can¡¯t secure that!¡± Tong Bin¡¯s eyes widened as he shouted at Wang Xiao, his tone tinged with anger. ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao!¡± Tong Waner also gently grasped Wang Xiao¡¯s hand, her captivating eyes fixed upon him. ¡°You really won¡¯t consider it? Not even give it a thought?¡± Elder Dong appeared to anticipate Wang Xiao¡¯s rejection, yet he persisted, gritting his teeth and making ast-ditch effort. His aged eyes held a plea. Wang Xiao smiled and chose not to respond. ¡°Very well, here¡¯s my business card. If you ever change your mind, feel free to reach out.¡± Despite his disappointment, Elder Dong retrieved a business card and offered it to Wang Xiao. With a downcast demeanor, he left. The sight of his spiritless departure evoked a sense of sadness. ¡°Huh, a poor kid is just that, poor. He¡¯ll never understand how to grasp opportunities!¡± Tong Bin seized the chance to tease and jest for a moment before turning and departing. ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao, why didn¡¯t you agree to Grandpa Dong? If you be a respected professor, Second Aunt and the others won¡¯t be able to look down on you anymore!¡± Following Tong Bin, Chen Feng, and the rest of the group, Tong Waner turned toward Wang Xiao. Cutely stamping her foot, she pouted unhappily and posed her question. ¡°Because I¡¯mzy!¡± Wang Xiao spread his hands. He chuckled. Tong Waner couldn¡¯t help but give an eye roll in response to Wang Xiao¡¯seback. ¡°Don¡¯t worry, Waner. Even if I don¡¯t secure this honorary professorship¡­ It should still aid in winning your family¡¯s favor, right? Your granddad¡¯s taken quite a liking to me,¡± he remarked, sensing the hint of wistfulness in Tong Waner¡¯s eyes. His hand found its way to hers almost instinctively. Finally, his attention settled on Tong Waner¡¯s graceful form, and a mischievous smile yed on his lips. ¡°Your granddad¡¯s already thrown the idea of early marriage and babies our way. When should we consider¡­?¡± Tong Waner¡¯s cheeks flushed crimson at Wang Xiao¡¯s words. She lowered her head with a sigh and murmured, ¡°No, we¡¯re still so young!¡± With that out, she turned beet-red and hurriedly spun around to make her escape. ¡°This girl is just too innocent!¡± Watching Tong Waner retreat, Wang Xiao¡¯s lips curled into a slight smile. After confirming Dong Yuan¡¯s well-being, Wang Xiao and Tong Waner exited Old Tong¡¯s residence, returning to their private vi. ¡­¡­ The following morning, Tong Waner rose early to retrieve her college eptance letter, having received a call from her high school. Wang Xiao remained at home for a while, eventually growing a tad bored, which prompted him to venture out to a nearby bar. Despite the early hour, the bar was surprisingly upied by a fair number of patrons. The ambiance exuded a calmness, with subdued lighting that lent an almost timeless quality to the ce. Approaching the bar counter, he ordered a ss of vodka, settling onto a chair to savor it at a leisurely pace. ¡°Hey there, handsome. You¡¯ve got quite a striking face. First time here, is it?¡± In this instant, a sensually attired woman, her appearance meticulously adorned, sauntered over. She cast a flirtatious wink in Wang Xiao¡¯s direction, her voice apanied by a beguiling smile. The scent of cheap perfume wafted from her form, slightly assaulting his senses. When he set eyes upon the woman¡¯s heavily powdered face, Wang Xiao couldn¡¯t suppress a faint frown. He chose not to respond to her query, instead focusing on his drink. ¡°Ah, and we also have a cold, handsome guy on our hands, do we?¡± Observing Wang Xiao¡¯splete disregard for her presence, a glint of coldness shed within the depths of the woman¡¯s beautiful eyes. She maintained her smile and continued, ¡°I wonder if this cold, handsome gentleman would be willing to treat me to a vodka?¡± ¡°Of course, lovelydies are afforded special privileges in this world.¡± Wang Xiao directed a brief nce at the woman and then offered a smile. Upon hearing his response, a smile crept onto the woman¡¯s countenance. She presumed she might be able to manage this young man, but as soon as she heard his subsequent words, her expression instantaneously froze. ¡°However, you¡¯re not exactly a vision of beauty, so the vodka treat won¡¯t be extended to you.¡± With aposed demeanor, Wang Xiao looked at the woman and conveyed his statement with an air of indifference. A ss of vodka wasn¡¯t inexpensive, having imbibed it only a handful of times back in the mountain¡¯s subterranean wine cer. ¡°You!¡± Upon hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s words, the morous woman¡¯s expression turned immediately grim. Her finger, adorned with nail polish, was aimed at Wang Xiao, her body quivering with anger. ¡°Just state your purpose. If there¡¯s nothing else, spare me while I enjoy my drink.¡± This time, Wang Xiao spoke again, addressing the morous woman in a deep tone. The morous woman¡¯s carefully made-up face underwent various changes. Ultimately, she conjured a seductive smile and yfully hooked her arm around his, inadvertently pressing her ample bosom against him. With a flirtatious grin, she suggested, ¡°Chilly handsome, if you¡¯re not up for buying me a drink, that¡¯s okay. We¡¯re all adults here¡ªperhaps we could head to a hotel¡­ for other activities.¡± And with a final flourish, she even winked at Wang Xiao. ¡°I¡¯m sorry, but you don¡¯t interest me.¡± Wang Xiao firmly rebuffed the morous woman, his tone dripping with disdain. ¡°You!¡± Enraged, the morousdy¡¯s face twisted. Clenching her teeth, she warned, ¡°You¡¯ll regret this!¡± After uttering this threat, she released Wang Xiao¡¯s arm and departed, her hips swaying sensually. Wang Xiao only smiled faintly, seemingly unbothered by the morous woman¡¯s ominous words. As he neared the end of his vodka, a sudden uproar erupted behind him. ¡°Honey, this brat took advantage of me!¡± The morous woman, now apanied by a bald man, advanced swiftly. She pointed an using finger at Wang Xiao, the miscreant, and made her grievances known. Several tough-looking thugs trailed behind the bald man. ¡°Uh¡­¡± Witnessing this, Wang Xiao raised an eyebrow in response. ¡°Young man, you¡¯re the one who wronged my wife.¡± The bald man approached Wang Xiao with an air of dominance, his eyes fixed on Wang Xiao as he inquired. ¡°With her looks, I wouldn¡¯t even take her for free, and you dare im I mistreated her?¡± Wang Xiao, his face adorned with a contemptuous smirk, regarded the bald man with a hint of sympathy. He wondered how vast the green pasture on this fellow¡¯s head could be. ¡°Young man, what did you say? You bullied my wife, yet you¡¯re still audacious enough to talk back?¡± The bald man clenched his fist suddenly, snorting at Wang Xiao. Before he could finish, the group of henchmen behind him had encircled Wang Xiao. The bar¡¯s patrons all scurried away, and even the bartender retreated to a corner. Clearly, they all feared the bald man and his gang. ¡°What do you want?¡± Observing this, Wang Xiao arched an eyebrow. He nced at the gangsters and directed his question at Bald Man. ¡°Simple. You¡¯ve harassed my wife. Unless you cough up 20,000 yuan for the distress you¡¯ve caused her, you won¡¯t be walking away from here.¡± A smug smile tugged at the corners of Bald Man¡¯s lips. He extended his hand to sp the waist of the sultrydy, allowing his fingers to linger as he addressed Wang Xiao. The sultrydy pouted a few times, but she didn¡¯t make any move to remove Bald Man¡¯s hand. ¡°Twenty thousand? Is this considered extortion?¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s smile deepened upon hearing this, and he casually set his wine ss on the bar counter. ¡°What if it is?¡± Bald Man huffed coldly, his gaze fixed on Wang Xiao with an air of arrogance and dominance, seemingly conveying, ¡°If you don¡¯t pay up today, don¡¯t even think about leaving.¡± ¡°And if I refuse to pay?¡± Wang Xiao regarded Bald Man with indifference as he inquired. ¡°Then don¡¯t me us for getting rough.¡± Bald Man released his grip on the sultrydy¡¯s hand and clenched his fists. His knuckles cracked as he issued a chilly snort in Wang Xiao¡¯s direction. ¡°How intriguing. I¡¯m curious to witness how you bunch of thugs n to get rough with me!¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s smirk dripped with disdain as he retorted to Bald Man with a smirk. Upon hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s retort, Bald Man¡¯s expression darkened, his anger ring. ¡°Since you¡¯re unwilling toply, don¡¯t me me. Attack!¡± Chapter 15 C15 ¨C Shave Clearly With those words hanging in the air, he lunged forward, aiming a fist as massive as a sandbag at Wang Xiao¡¯s face. A cluster of thugs trailed closely behind. Bang, bang, bang¡­ In an instant, several dull sounds rang out in the bar. In a blur of movement, Wang Xiao vanished from his original spot. Reappearing as swiftly as he had disappeared, the hooligans found themselves abruptly propelled outwards, crashing into the encircling walls. Just as Bald Man¡¯s fist hurtled towards its target, Wang Xiao¡¯s right hand casually extended, capturing the fierce and potent force of Bald Man¡¯s punch. These sequences of actions transpired at the speed of lightning. Bald Man barely blinked, yet in the span of an eye¡¯s blink, he heard several muffled thuds echoing behind him. Before he knew it, his powerful fist had been ensnared by Wang Xiao. ¡°What a fast speed!¡± ¡°What on earth did that kid do? It was like his body merely swayed for an instant, and suddenly all those thugs wereunched into the air.¡± The patrons of the bar who witnessed the spectacle had their eyes widened to the maximum, their astonishment rippling through the establishment. ¡°Kid, what did you do just now?¡± The sight of the thugs behind him being seemingly propelled away by some invisible force left the Bald Man startled, causing him to inquire of Wang Xiao. His gut feeling informed him that all of this was the handiwork of the young man right in front of him. ¡°It¡¯s about time you started pondering. It¡¯s most likely you, isn¡¯t it?¡± In response to Wang Xiao¡¯s words, a faint smile crept onto his lips as he addressed the Bald Man. Wang Xiao¡¯s words gave the Bald Man a start. He was on the verge of attempting to wrest his captured fist free. ¡°Kneel down!¡± Upon witnessing this, Wang Xiao¡¯s countenance grew stern and, suddenly, he roared. Without warning, Wang Xiao applied force with his right hand, the unmistakable sound of a wrist snapping resonating through the air. ¡°Ah, my hand!¡± The Bald Man clutched his broken wrist and crumpled to his knees, agony causing him to wail. The attending guests, observing this sequence of events, found themselves both shocked and amazed. Their gazes towards Wang Xiao were now infused with respect. ¡°Kid, if you¡¯ve got guts, release my hand and let¡¯s go for another 300 rounds!¡± Despite the pain, a ferocious expression overtook the Bald Man¡¯s face. After all, he was the leader of his gang, and remnants of his backbone remained. p! ¡°You want to fight me for three hundred rounds, right?¡± Upon hearing this, Wang Xiao seized the Bald Man¡¯s fractured wrist with one hand and struck his face with the other. He let out a cold snort before adding, A searing sensation red across his face. A sense of humiliation surged within the Bald Man. His countenance flushed with anger. As the local gang¡¯s head honcho, he¡¯d never encountered such indignity before! ¡°Ah, I will kill you, kill you!¡± Pah¡­ ¡°Even if you end my life, it depends on your capacity to execute such a feat. You¡¯re demandingpensation for yourdy¡¯s emotional distress, asking for twenty thousand bucks? Why don¡¯t you just rob me while you¡¯re at it!¡± Wang Xiao paid no heed to Bald Man¡¯s threats; a frosty grin crept onto his face. Another stinging p found Bald Man¡¯s other cheek. ¡°Little, little brat, you¡­¡± Both cheeks now stung in symphony. Bald Man¡¯s rage drove tremors through his body. Yet, with a broken wrist and Wang Xiao¡¯s unwavering grip, any movement sparked agonizing waves from his arm. Pah¡­ ¡°What¡¯s the matter? Not willing to embrace the challenge? If that¡¯s the case, rise and hit me yourself.¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s response was an icy snort, preceding yet another resounding p. As if addicted to this p game, he didn¡¯t grant Bald Man even a moment for utterance. p! ¡°ckmail, right?¡± p¡­ ¡°You want to learn how to shave your head, right?¡± Pah¡­ The crisp sound of a p could be heard in the bar. ¡°Brother, I was wrong. Stop hitting me.¡± Eventually, even Bald Man sumbed, his resilience shattered. His voice quivered, beseeching Wang Xiao for clemency. The once-portly countenance had suffered Wang Xiao¡¯s onught until it was unrecognizable. Each cheek swelled into fiery crimson orbs, akin to a pair of ping-pong balls awkwardly crammed into his mouth. ¡°Do you think you are a gangster or not?¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s hand, mid-air, froze for a moment. He turned to Bald Man with a question. ¡°No more, I won¡¯t do it anymore. I¡¯ll find a steady job tomorrow and earn for my family.¡± Tears welled up in Bald Man¡¯s eyes as he shook his head earnestly, speaking sincerely to Wang Xiao. Wang Xiao had truly scared him. Any man pinned down and pped by Wang Xiao would likely feel mentally shattered. Pa¡­ But to everyone¡¯s surprise, Wang Xiao¡¯s hand swung again, pping Bald Man across the face. Bald Man¡¯s expression turned wronged. He had clearly vowed not to be involved in any more criminal activities, so why the p? ¡°What¡¯s this? You¡¯re not even qualified to be a thug, and now you want to work? Are you not afraid of inviting disaster?¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s eyes widened, addressing Bald Man with a grave expression. ¡°Big brother, you¡¯re like a brother to me. Just tell me what you want, I¡¯ll do it!¡± Bald Man¡¯s eyes brimmed with tears. He sped Wang Xiao¡¯s thigh, his face a picture of aggrievedness. ¡°Cough¡­¡± Seeing this bulky figure clinging to him in distress, Wang Xiao suppressed the urge to p him. He cleared his throat and then spoke sternly to Bald Man, ¡°I was nning to find a quiet bar to have a drink and ponder over my life because of you lot. You just abruptly shattered my train of thought, causing my billion-dor business ideas to crash. So, who¡¯s going to take responsibility?¡± Er¡­ Bald Man twitched a corner of his mouth upon hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s absurd statement. He wiped his tears, then looking into Wang Xiao¡¯s earnest gaze, he hesitated, ¡°I will?¡± ¡°You said it. I did not force you!¡± Wang Xiao maintained his serious tone as he began to count on his fingers. ¡°You ruined my business ns, subjected me to an unbearable woman¡¯s presence for so long, causing both mental and emotional distress¡­ I¡¯m holding you ountable for 50,000 aspensation!¡± ¡°What, fifty thousand?¡± The Bald Man¡¯s expression underwent a sudden shift at these words, his cry of surprise echoing. Fifty thousand? Even if he collected protection money for a whole month, he might not reach that amount. ¡°What? Do you think I¡¯ve underestimated it? Need me to add more?¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s voice turned icy, his gaze sharp as he nced at the Bald Man and questioned. ¡°Seems like it¡¯s quite a bit. That¡¯s the number!¡± Confronted by Wang Xiao¡¯s prating stare, the Bald Man involuntarily shuddered, his face clouded. He understood bargaining wasn¡¯t an option for him. Indeed, the young man before him was a true master in the art of extortion. ¡°Very well, you can leave now. Spare me your presence as I contemte life.¡± After receiving the reminder that the Bald Man had transferred 50,000 yuan, Wang Xiao nonchntly waved him away. ¡°Yes!¡± Hearing this, a bitter smile tugged at the Bald Man¡¯s lips. The goons apanying him had already risen from their seats. However, just as the Bald Man and his cohorts were about to retreat from the establishment, a striking policewoman entered the scene. ¡°Halt! Raise your hands!¡± Her grip on the firearm was unwavering, and Xuu Xueqing¡¯s expression remained stern as she addressed the Bald Man¡¯s group. ¡°Officer, please don¡¯t shoot. We¡¯re allw-abiding citizens!¡± The sudden sight of the gun¡¯s dark muzzle instilled fear in the Bald Man¡¯s group. With both hands raised, they urgently pleaded. ¡°Who called the police, reporting a brawl here?¡± Xuu Xueqing¡¯s visage darkened, her tone chilly and authoritative. Her mood wasn¡¯t great today. A few days prior, she had pursued a lecherous man who had harassed a girl. In her attempt to apprehend him, she had given him a well-deserved kick, only to be reprimanded by her superior. She even received a stern warning. Frustrated, she had left the police station, wandering the streets. That¡¯s when she received a distress call about a disturbance at the bar,pelling her to investigate. You¡¯re parasites that pose a threat to society. It¡¯s your misfortune to encounter me! Xuu Xueqing¡¯s captivating eyes turned icy as she muttered this in her heart. ¡°It is me!¡± At this time, the bar manager approached Xuu Xueqing, standing before her. He pointed toward Wang Xiao, Bald Man, and the rest, giving her a sinct rundown of the situation. ¡°You were the one engaged in the altercation?¡± Approaching Wang Xiao, Xuu Xueqing regarded him skeptically. She gestured to Bald Man and the group, her tone carrying an air of seriousness. ¡°Let¡¯s be precise. It wasn¡¯t me who merely fought with them. It was me who decisively handed them a defeat!¡± Wang Xiao shook his head, his tone earnest. ¡°What¡¯s the distinction?¡± Xuu Xueqing found herself momentarily taken aback,pelled to ask. ¡°Naturally, there¡¯s a distinction. In a confrontation, the dynamics matter. If you advance on me, I engage. If you retreat, I pursue. But in thetter, I¡¯d dominate unterally.¡± Wang Xiao exined with a serious face. ¡°You!¡± Xuu Xueqing¡¯sely countenance morphed into a semnce of anger upon hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s exnation. She clenched her teeth, her voice tinted with fury. He dared utter such audacious statements before her, a police officer! Arrogant! Truly too arrogant! Bald Man and the others gazed at Wang Xiao in admiration. He had the audacity to address a police officer in such a manner. This brother was awesome! Chapter 16 C16 ¨C I¡¯m Wronged ¡°Everyone, let¡¯s head back to the police station for further questioning!¡± Xuu Xueqing¡¯s expression turned somber. The inky barrel of her gun was aimed at Wang Xiao, suggesting that she wouldn¡¯t hesitate to fire if he resisted. ¡°Stayposed. It¡¯s best not to rile things up and risk an idental discharge.¡± Observing Xuu Xueqing¡¯s heightened emotions, Wang Xiao met her gaze with an air of nonchnce. He chuckled lightly before speaking. ¡­¡­ The police cruiser sped along the highway. Bald Man and the others upied the rear seats, while one of Wang Xiao¡¯s hands was secured to the passenger seat¡¯s armrest with handcuffs, courtesy of Xuu Xueqing. ¡°Officer, may I know your name?¡± Unfazed by his apprehension, Wang Xiao, with one cuffed hand, turned to Xuu Xueqing, who was at the wheel, and posed the question with a friendly smile. ¡°Xuu Xueqing.¡± Xuu Xueqing¡¯s response was curt,cking further boration. She was determined to transport Wang Xiao back to the police station to provide him with a proper lesson. ¡°Xuu Xueqing, what a graceful name. It¡¯s as charming as the winter snow.¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s appreciation for her name flowed effortlessly from his lips. He continued, ¡°Officer Xueqing, you¡¯re exceptionally attractive. Surely you¡¯re unattached?¡± ¡°Why do you assume I¡¯m single? And what does my rtionship status matter to you?¡± Xuu Xueqing cast a cold snort in Wang Xiao¡¯s direction, her countenance as frosty as her tone. ¡°With your beauty, why would you settle for an ordinary guy? Hence, you must be single. As for a rtionship, of course there¡¯s one. Because¡­ I am the man deserving of you.¡± Wang Xiao stroked his chin, his gaze earnest as he addressed Xuu Xueqing. Impressive! Bald Man and the others in the backpartment regarded Wang Xiao with a newfound admiration. Thisd dared to converse with a gorgeous police officer like this¡ªwasn¡¯t that audacious? Say no more, buddy. From now on, you¡¯re our hero. ¡°You, keep your mouth shut!¡± Xuu Xueqing¡¯s annoyance flickered at Wang Xiao¡¯s words. She clenched her teeth, directing a frosty stare and a disdainful snort at him. Within the police station¡¯s interrogation room. ¡°State your name!¡± Xuu Xueqing, clutching an interrogation notebook and pen, upied a seat at the interrogation table opposite a male officer. She regarded Wang Xiao with a steely gaze and posed her question. ¡°Wang Xiao, sovereign of the realm, proudly grinning in the martial world!¡± A fleeting smile touched Wang Xiao¡¯s lips as he introduced himself to Xuu Xueqing. ¡°Gender?¡± ¡°¡­¡± Wang Xiao didn¡¯t expect Xuu Xueqing to ask such an old-fashioned question. ¡°Let me ask you the gender!¡± Xuu Xueqing asked coldly. ¡°Gender male, hobbies female, favoritism of the other half is 84, 62, 86. Marriage status, being single, standard of spouse selection¡­¡± Wang Xiao helplessly spread his hands and said. When the male police officer beside them heard Wang Xiao¡¯s response, his eyes slightly widened. They were supposed to be in a police interrogation room discussing Wang Xiao¡¯s background, but the situation had taken an unexpected turn, resembling a blind date show more than an interrogation. ¡°Maintain some seriousness here. This is a police interrogation room!¡± Xuu Xueqing was taken aback by Wang Xiao¡¯s words, her pretty face instantly flushing crimson. She shot a snort at Wang Xiao, her gaze a mix of incredulity and amusement. As it turned out, Wang Xiao¡¯s three ¡°circles¡± were precisely the same as Xuu Xueqing¡¯s vital statistics. When she caught him looking at her with a somewhat roguish expression, she felt as if he had seen right through her, causing her to feel quite unsettled. ¡°Did this rascal just coincidentally state those three numbers, or did he actually scope out my figure?¡± Xuu Xueqing¡¯s heart raced, her mind jumping to conclusions. ¡°Officer Xueqing, I¡¯m genuinely providing a sincere response to your query.¡± Wang Xiao threw his hands up in a helpless gesture and gazed intently at Xuu Xueqing as he spoke. ¡°Then let me ask you, why did you hit him?¡± Xuu Xueqing blushed and shifted the topic. She began to question Wang Xiao. ¡°Officer Xu Qing, this is absolutely unfair. I didn¡¯t initiate the altercation. That bald guy showed up with a gang, intending to create trouble for me. I merely defended myself, driven by the instinct to protect myself.¡± Wang Xiao wore a pouty expression, far from exhibiting arrogance. His actions at the bar had beenpletely self-defense. Xuu Xueqing ground her teeth in frustration, observing Wang Xiao¡¯s yful demeanor. She had initially expected Wang Xiao to echo his words from the bar. This way, she could have pinned a fighting charge on him. She didn¡¯t expect this rogue to be so smart! It was infuriating! ¡°Then you demanded fifty thousand yuan from them. How do you exin that?¡± Xuu Xueqing¡¯s teeth lightly bit down, her voice a mix of solemnity and pressure as she forcefully hit the table. She addressed Wang Xiao sternly. ¡°That¡¯s even more groundless. I¡¯m an upstanding citizen. How could I possibly resort to extortion? The money was given to me voluntarily by Bald Man and his crew aspensation for my emotional distress.¡± Yet, Wang Xiao appeared unperturbed by Xuu Xueqing¡¯s demeanor. He extended his arms in a helpless gesture and stated, ¡°That¡¯s even more far-fetched. I¡¯m an upstanding citizen. How could I stoop to ckmailing others? This money waspletely offered to me by Wang Xiao and the others aspensation for the emotional harm.¡± Seeing Wang Xiao¡¯s stubborn expression, Xuu Xueqing felt her irritation mount. But she was powerless against this rogue. Bald Man¡¯s confession had acknowledged that he had engaged in violence, and the thousands had been offered as restitution for medical expenses. ¡°Officer Xue Qing, is there any other problem?¡± Seeing that Xuu Xueqing had nothing to say, Wang Xiao came over with an evil smile and asked. ¡°No more!¡± Upon seeing Wang Xiao¡¯s face, which seemed deserving of a good scolding, Xuu Xueqing strangely felt an urge to stomp on it with force. This sensation was remarkably strong. Right from her first encounter with Wang Xiao, a pervasive difort overtook her. ¡°Well, here¡¯s my dilemma. Are you avable tonight? I¡¯m thinking of inviting you for a leisurely walk, a meal, a movie perhaps, and then maybe we can cap the night off by discussing life¡¯s intricacies and dreams at a hotel.¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s grin held mischief as he winked yfully at Xuu Xueqing while posing his inquiry. Talking about your sister! At Wang Xiao¡¯s words, Xuu Xueqing¡¯s lovely countenance darkened, and within her heart, she emitted a disdainful snort. A chilly response followed, ¡°I¡¯m not free. We¡¯re not exactly well-acquainted!¡± ¡°Officer Xue Qing, what do you say? Could you grant me a chance? As the saying goes, first time is new, second time is familiar.¡± Wang Xiao slicked his hair back and delivered his confident request to Xuu Xueqing. What a character! Beside him, a male police officer gazed at Wang Xiao with admiration. Wang Xiao was the first person audacious enough to ask Officer Xue Qing out. Not that no one within the police department admired Xuu Xueqing. After all, she was strikingly beautiful and boasted an enviable physique. However, Xuu Xueqing was known for her fiery temperament, oftenshing out with sharp words. As amanding woman, there were very few male officers capable of handling her with ease. ¡°Officer Xue Qing, why not grant this young man¡¯s invitation? It¡¯s the perfect time as you¡¯re off duty tonight.¡± The male officer joined in the banter, maintaining a pleasant smile as he teased Xuu Xueqing. ¡°No need!¡± With a frigid nce at the male police officer, Xuu Xueqing issued her orders, her voice equally cold, ¡°Get the detention room ready. I want this scoundrel held for 48 hours.¡± ¡°Uh, okay!¡± The male police officer, upon hearing this, sent Wang Xiao a sympathetic look and then rose from his seat, exiting the interrogation room. ¡°Officer Xue Qing, are you taking things a bit far? Haven¡¯t you already established my innocence?¡± Wang Xiao wore a wry smile as he regarded Xuu Xueqing, expressing his helplessness. ¡°Who¡¯s the police officer in charge here? I have my doubts about this case. You¡¯re not going anywhere just yet!¡± Xuu Xueqing pursed her lips and emitted a cold snort at Wang Xiao, her tone sporting a hint of tsundere. As she spoke, she approached him, pulling him up from the chair. ¡°Uh¡­¡± Wang Xiao shrugged helplessly and was pulled up by Xuu Xueqing. Ah¡­ However, at that very moment, Xuu Xueqing¡¯s footing gave way, causing her to stumble. She careened toward Wang Xiao, emitting a startled cry. In the face of Xuu Xueqing¡¯s unexpected rush, Wang Xiao barely had time to react. He found himself unceremoniously pushed to the ground, pinned down by her weight. Wu¡­ Sensation registered with Wang Xiao, as if he had made contact with something. His gaze snapped into focus, revealing Xuu Xueqing¡¯s delicate lips pressed against his own. Their lips brushed, and their eyes locked, a veil of ambiguity abruptly shrouding the atmosphere. Boom¡­ Xuu Xueqing¡¯s head felt like it had detonated. Her first kiss was snatched away? Or had she given it to this scoundrel standing in front of her? ¡°I, I didn¡¯t see anything. You guys carry on!¡± At that instant, the male police officer who had arranged the holding cell re-entered the interrogation room. Seeing the two individuals tangled on the floor, his expression stiffened. He cleared his throat and hurriedly spoke, then moved to exit the room. ¡°No, it¡¯s not what you¡¯re assuming.¡± Xuu Xueqing¡¯s senses finally returned. Swiftly disentangling herself from Wang Xiao, she hastened to rify things to the male police officer. ¡°Officer Xueqing, there¡¯s no need for an exnation. We¡¯re all adults here. I get it. Carry on, I won¡¯t disturb you.¡± The male police officer chuckled and disyed a ¡°I understand¡± gesture. He didn¡¯t allow Xuu Xueqing a chance to exin, simply leaving the room. He closed the door behind him. Just before shutting it, he even murmured, ¡°This guy¡¯s got skills. He managed to wrap up the finest Officer Xueqing at the police station in no time¡­¡± Witnessing the male officer ignore her exnation and depart, Xuu Xueqing clenched her teeth and spun around. She red fiercely at Wang Xiao and used, ¡°You wretched rascal, this is all your fault!¡± If it weren¡¯t illegal to kill, she genuinely wished she could pull out her gun and shoot Wang Xiao right through the head! Chapter 17 C17 ¨C Treat a Woman ¡°Don¡¯t pin this on me. You were the one who made the first move,¡± Wang Xiao protested with an innocent shrug, a hint of grievance in his tone. Xue Qing¡¯s anger surged uncontrobly upon hearing the phrase ¡°made the first move.¡± Her emotions ran wild, and her little pink fist clenched, lunging toward Wang Xiao. When she heard ¡°made the first move,¡± a wave of uncontroble rage surged in Xue Qing¡¯s heart. Her emotions ran wild, her little pink fist clenched, and she charged at Wang Xiao. ¡°You scoundrel! You shameless rogue! Rot in hell!¡± Xue Qing had mastered techniques for women¡¯s self-defense, and her punch packed quite a punch. Wang Xiao, however, appeared nonchnt. He stood his ground, unperturbed. ¡°Hmph, you didn¡¯t even bother to dodge. But trust me, I¡¯ll deal with you today!¡± Wang Xiao¡¯sck of evasion only brought a cold smile to Xue Qing¡¯s delicate face. Her little pink fist was closing in on Wang Xiao¡¯s chest. ¡°Officer Xue Qing, you¡¯ve got quite the punch, but it didn¡¯t even hurt me.¡± As her little pink fist was just about to strike Wang Xiao¡¯s chest, he finally moved and caught her hand in mid-air. In an instant, he held her hand right in front of her, a mischievous grin still ying on his lips. Her small, snow-white hand was now held and disyed. Seeing the yful smirk on Wang Xiao¡¯s face, Xue Qing¡¯s delicate frame shivered as if jolted by electricity. She had grown up without ever letting a boy touch her hand. ¡°You scoundrel, let go of my hand this instant, or I¡¯ll make you regret it!¡± However, her face quickly flushed with both embarrassment and anger as she spoke to Wang Xiao. ¡°Fine, I will let go!¡± Wang Xiaoughed mischievously and obediently let go of Xuu Xueqing¡¯s hand. ¡°Bastard, stop right there!¡± When her hand was released, Xuu Xueqing¡¯s pretty face was instantly filled with anger. She retracted her small fist and her perfectly straight jade leg kicked towards Wang Xiao¡¯s legs. ¡°Wow, Officer Xue Qing, you don¡¯t need to y so big!¡± Seeing Xuu Xueqing¡¯s action, Wang Xiao raised his eyebrows and eximed. His body twisted and he also narrowly dodged Xuu Xueqing¡¯s attack. ¡°Humph!¡± Seeing Wang Xiao dodge her attack, the anger in Xuu Xueqing¡¯s heart became even more intense. Her legs alternated and she kicked at Wang Xiao again. ¡°Again?¡± Seeing Xuu Xueqing¡¯s violent action, Wang Xiao¡¯s brows also raised. He moved to the side and after dodging Xuu Xueqing¡¯s attack, he stretched out his right hand and pped Xuu Xueqing¡¯s bouncy Fragrant Buttock. p. A distinct sound suddenly pierced the air. Xuu Xueqing¡¯s delicate figure froze, her expression filled with disbelief. The audacity of the entire Stinky Rascal in pping her there! ¡°Officer Xue Qing, are you still advancing?¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s yful tone echoed. He wore a mischievous grin as he addressed Xuu Xueqing. ¡°You scoundrel, I¡¯ll make you pay!¡± Unbridled fury surged through Xuu Xueqing¡¯s chest. She abandoned all restraint, retrieving a pistol from her waist and disengaging the safety. Ding Ling¡­ At this precise moment, Xuu Xueqing¡¯s phone, fastened to her waist, rang. She cast a fleeting nce at it, revealing Director Huo Bao¡¯s iing call. ¡°Xue Qing, did you apprehend a young man named Wang Xiao?¡± Huo Bao¡¯s voice emanated from the other end of the line, bearing a trace of gravitas. Xuu Xueqing was taken aback by Chief Huo Bao¡¯s inquiry. How did he get wind of this? Nheless, she provided an honest response, ¡°Yes, Chief Huo Bao. It¡¯s a simple brawl case. Both parties have given their ounts. Wang Xiao ims it was self-defense, but I believe there are some suspicious elements¡­¡± ¡°Nonsense. The matter has been thoroughly investigated. Release him immediately. He will be handled ordingly. Do you understand your role?¡± Before Xuu Xueqing could finish her sentence, Director Huo Bao cut her off. He had just received a directive from his superior to release Wang Xiao. He couldn¡¯t afford to let Xuu Xueqing continue her meddling. Xuu Xueqing¡¯s countenance soured after being scolded by Chief Huo Bao. She turned her head and red at Wang Xiao, grinding her teeth. ¡°You wretch, you can go now!¡± ¡°Uh, you are not going to detain me?¡± When Wang Xiao heard this, he couldn¡¯t help but ask. ¡°Detain your sister. It¡¯s a waste of resources to keep a scoundrel like you!¡± Xuu Xueqing angrily yelled at Wang Xiao and then stormed out of the interrogation room. As Wang Xiao watched Xuu Xueqing leave in a huff, a faint smile tugged at the corners of his mouth. But in an instant, his gaze turned chilly. Without a doubt, the reason Xuu Xueqing had let him go was connected to that phone call. The caller appeared to be Xuu Xueqing¡¯s superior, but Wang Xiao was unfamiliar with this Director Huo Bao. Who had stepped in to assist him? ¡°Brother, you¡¯re incredible. You managed to win over our police flower in such a short time. How did you do it? Can you share some tips with us?¡± As soon as Wang Xiao exited the interrogation room, several young male police officers approached him, seeking advice. They had just witnessed Xuu Xueqing emerge from the interrogation room with a flushed face and not speaking to them. Assuming she was simply bashful, they couldn¡¯t help but admire Wang Xiao. ¡°Well, there¡¯s really no secret to it. When dealing with women, your words should be as gentle as a spring rain, and your actions as bold and assertive as a storm!¡± Wang Xiao cleared his throat and offered this advice to the young male police officers in all seriousness. ¡°I see. Valuable lesson learned.¡± The young male officers nodded inprehension, their faces reflecting newfound respect for Wang Xiao. ¡°What were you all discussing?¡± Suddenly, a frosty female voice cut through the air. Xuu Xueqing had returned, her expression icy as she gazed at Wang Xiao and the others. Her tone was sharp as she inquired. This group of people took advantage of her absence to speak ill of her! ¡°Cough, I suddenly remembered that I should go out and patrol.¡± ¡°Me too, wait for me.¡± When those young male police officers saw Xuu Xueqing, they immediately turned around and left like frightened birds, leaving only Wang Xiao alone. ¡°Haha¡­¡± Wang Xiao could only give Xuu Xueqing a silly smile. Xuu Xueqing didn¡¯t even look at Wang Xiao and turned around to leave as well. ¡­¡­ After leaving the police station, it was already noon. Wang Xiao wandered around for a while and was ready to find a ce to eat. Ding Ling¡­ At this moment, Wang Xiao¡¯s phone rang. It was Tong Waner. ¡°Waner, what¡¯s wrong?¡± After answering the phone, Wang Xiao asked. ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao, please hurry! Xiao Qing is about to be taken away,¡± came Tong Waner¡¯s frantic voice from the other end of the phone. It carried a hint of sorrow that caught Wang Xiao¡¯s attention. Upon hearing this, Wang Xiao¡¯s eyebrows shot up with concern. Following their recent interactions, he hade to understand that the Xiao Qing Tong Waner mentioned was her closest friend. A delicate youngdy, she possessed a quiet demeanor and hailed from a modest background. Her bond with Tong Waner was exceptionally strong. Though unaware of the specifics, Wang Xiao provided words offort to Tong Waner and made his way to her location with haste. In no time, he reached the ancient residential building Tong Waner had referred to. The building¡¯s worn and aged appearance hinted at the ordinary folks residing within. ¡°Don¡¯t take my daughter away, please. Just grant me a bit more time. I promise to repay the money I owe you,¡± a pleading voice echoed. ¡°Enough of your nonsense. Today, it¡¯s either you settle your debt or your daughter bes my hostess for the evening!¡± came a harsh response. Wang Xiao hadn¡¯t even reached the scene yet, but themotion from the staircase was already audible. He furrowed his brow and quickened his ascent. ¡­¡­ Within a three-bedroom suite, chaos reigned supreme. Newspapers were strewn about, and furniturey toppled, bearing the signs of a rampage. In the midst of this disarray, a gang of ruffians held sway. Leading them was a crew-cut man, oozing arrogance from his eyes as he mercilessly pummeled the middle-aged man before him. His curses filled the room. ¡°You old man, if you can¡¯t cough up the cash, your daughter can work at my bar to settle the debt!¡± A middle-aged woman clung to a timid girl, both sobbing inconsbly. By their side, a striking young woman bore a scowl of anger. ¡°Brother Gou, we had a deal. You lent us ten thousand yuan for my wife¡¯s treatment. We agreed that Xiao Qing would work to pay it back once she starts college. Now, you¡¯re demanding immediate repayment. Where can we find the money?¡± Xiao Qing¡¯s father clung to Brother Gou¡¯s leg, his face bruised and swollen from the beatings, yet his dignity remained unimportant. ¡°I couldn¡¯t care less. I want the money now.¡± Brother Gou, the crew-cut man, snorted coldly, a sneer forming on his lips as he addressed Xiao Qing¡¯s father. In truth, the ten thousand yuan was not his primary concern. It was when he¡¯did eyes on Xiao Qing¡¯s innocent and demure visage a few days ago that sinister intentions had clouded his mind. He¡¯d contrived an excuse to coerce Xiao Qing into working at his bar. Once he had Xiao Qing within his bar¡¯s confines, the rest would be at his discretion. With these thoughts, a malevolent gleam flickered within Brother Gou¡¯s eyes. ¡°You¡¯re clearly pushing us into a corner!¡± Infuriated, Xiao Qing¡¯s father retorted against Brother Gou. ¡°What did you just say, old man?¡± Hearing this defiance, Brother Gou¡¯s expression darkened. Heshed out with a kick to Xiao Qing¡¯s father¡¯s abdomen. Xiao Qing¡¯s father wailed in agony, his cries piercing the air. ¡°Stop, stop hitting him! I¡¯ll give you the money for Xiao Qing.¡± Finally, Tong Waner could bear it no longer. She red at Brother Gou and spoke with a steely resolve. ¡°Oh, I didn¡¯t expect to find such a lovely girl here!¡± At that moment, Brother Gou finally took notice of Tong Waner. His eyes sparked with malicious delight upon witnessing her striking beauty. The other gangsters behind him simrly took notice, their eyes alight with greed and lust as they gazed upon Tong Waner. Chapter 18 C18 ¨C You Don¡¯t Need This Hand Anymore ¡°You, what do you want?¡± Sensing the lecherous intentions in these men¡¯s eyes, Tong Waner couldn¡¯t help but feel ufortable. She took a couple of cautious steps backward and hesitantly addressed Brother Gou. ¡°Hehe, I don¡¯t need anything from you. How about this? Prettydy, spend the night with me. You can forget about their ten thousand yuan.¡± Brother Gou¡¯s lips twisted into a lecherous grin as he propositioned Tong Waner. As soon as he made his indecent proposal, his gang of thugs behind him burst intoughter, their gazes dripping withsciviousness. ¡°Disgusting and crude!¡± Tong Waner¡¯s expression darkened upon hearing Brother Gou¡¯s words. Her eyes zed with anger. She clenched her teeth and responded with a cold snort. ¡°Yeah, I¡¯m disgusting and crude. Beautifuldy,e have some fun with me.¡± Brother Gou¡¯s face wore a wicked smile as his right hand reached out for Tong Waner¡¯s delicate hand. His eyes gleamed with a sinister desire. ¡°Back off! Don¡¯t touch me!¡± Seeing Brother Gou¡¯s advances, Tong Waner¡¯s demeanor shifted. She hurriedly retreated, but after just a couple of steps, she found herself backed against a cold wall. There was no escape. ¡°Hehe, lovelydy, ten thousand yuan for a night with me. I¡¯d say it¡¯s quite the deal. After all, didn¡¯t you intend to settle your friend¡¯s debt?¡± Seeing Tong Waner cornered, Brother Gou¡¯s smirk deepened. He cast an evil leer in her direction. ¡°Hands off her!¡± It was at this moment that Xiao Qing clenched her teeth and stood before Tong Waner, blocking her way. She addressed Brother Gou in a cold and resolute tone. p¡­ Brother Gou extended his hand, delivering a resounding p to Xiao Qing¡¯s face. He then uttered in a cold tone, ¡°There¡¯s no ce for you here. Step aside.¡± Xiao Qing¡¯s once lovely visage quickly swelled and reddened after the blow. She staggered to the side, tears instantly welling up in her eyes. ¡°Xiao Qing!¡± Witnessing this distressing scene, Tong Waner¡¯s expression filled with concern as she hurried over to assess Xiao Qing¡¯s condition. ¡°Miss, pleasee here.¡± At that moment, Brother Gou firmly grasped Tong Waner¡¯s smooth, tender hand, a malevolent grin creeping across his face. ¡°What do you think you¡¯re doing? Release me at once!¡± Panic overtook Tong Waner as her dainty hand remained ensnared by Brother Gou. She struggled with all her might. Swish¡­ Brother Gou¡¯s patience dwindled. He swiftly struck Tong Waner¡¯s delicate and pretty face, his voice dripping with menace. ¡°Youngdy, there¡¯s no need for such pretense. It¡¯s an honor that I¡¯ve taken an interest in you. Cease your charade!¡± A bright crimson imprint gradually emerged on Tong Waner¡¯s delicate countenance, forming a stark contrast against her porcin skin. A searing pain radiated from her face, and tears welled up in her eyes, rendering her a pitiable sight. Where is Big Brother Wang Xiao? Waner is being mistreated! ¡°Why the tears?¡± Witnessing Tong Waner¡¯s pitiful, tear-stained face, Brother Gou¡¯s interest seemed to pique further. His eyes gleamed as he spoke, his hand inching closer to Tong Waner¡¯s fragile frame. ¡°You¡¯d better release her hand, or you¡¯ll regret it.¡± At that very moment, a chilling voice emanated from the doorway, apanied by heavy footsteps. Wang Xiao¡¯s fury was palpable as he entered the room, his gaze instantly fixating on the sight of Tong Waner being pped. The pitiable expression on her face struck a chord in his heart. Since when did anyone dare to bully Wang Xiao¡¯s woman? ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao!¡± Joy filled Tong Waner¡¯s face upon seeing Wang Xiao. However, her crystal-clear eyes were soon obscured by tears, and she began to cry in sorrow. ¡°Waner, don¡¯t worry. I¡¯ll make sure justice is served.¡± Wang Xiao offered a faint smile to Tong Waner, seeking to console her. ¡°Kid, who do you think you are? What business brings you here?¡± A henchman near the door extended his finger, arrogantly pointing it at Wang Xiao as he coldly demanded an exnation. Crack¡­ Suddenly, the unmistakable sound of bones breaking permeated the air. Wang Xiao swiftly seized the thug¡¯s finger, contorting it at an unusual angle. A piercing cry of agony escaped the thug¡¯s lips as his finger snapped. He sank to the ground, half-kneeling, his face drained of color, and cold sweat trickling down his forehead. ¡°I despise being singled out like this!¡± Wang Xiao calmly uttered these words, his expression remainingposed. Witnessing this chilling spectacle, the remaining gang members¡¯ hearts skipped a beat. They were acutely aware that the young man before them was ruthless and devoid of mercy. He was not one to be trifled with. ¡°Did youy a hand on mydy earlier?¡± Wang Xiao turned his gaze toward Brother Gou at that moment, his demeanor indifferent but his voiceced with an icy edge as he inquired. ¡°Mydy? Kid, do you have any idea who I am? You dare address me in such a manner?¡± Brother Gou¡¯s countenance darkened as he responded to Wang Xiao¡¯s probing tone. ¡°I¡¯m inquiring if you assaulted my woman.¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s eyes abruptly turned frigid, and he addressed Brother Gou with a grave tone, his words carrying an unmistakable air of authority. ¡°Haha, you seem to enjoy heroics and showing off, don¡¯t you? Brothers, teach this kid a lesson he won¡¯t forget!¡± Upon hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s authoritative words, Brother Gou felt that his own dignity had been called into question. He let out a disdainful snort and instructed his fellow gangsters. The face of one of the gangsters suddenly contorted into a menacing grimace. He brandished sharp des and ruthlessly thrust them toward Wang Xiao. ¡°Ah¡­¡± Xiao Qing and her parents bore witness to this terrifying scene, letting out panicked screams. They were just ordinary individuals who had never before encountered such a gruesome spectacle. ¡°Wait a minute!¡± Just as the menacing assants poised their sharp knives for a violent act, Wang Xiao abruptly gestured, halting their impending strike. The aggressors too ceased their actions. ¡°What¡¯s the matter? Frightened? Pleading for mercy?¡± taunted Brother Gou, a sardonic grin forming on his lips as he observed Wang Xiao¡¯s intervention. Witnessing Wang Xiao¡¯s move, Brother Gou¡¯s lips curled into a contemptuous sneer as he jeered. ¡°No¡­¡± Wang Xiao shook his head, his tone gravely earnest. ¡°What I mean is, a few mere toy knives wielded by a few ineffectual individuals won¡¯t be able to harm me.¡± As soon as the words left his mouth, fury etched across the faces of the assembled gang members. ¡°Did you hear that? Any further need for words?¡± Brother Gou demanded coldly, his countenance stern as he addressed the infuriated gang members. ¡°None!¡± The enraged gangsters chorused. ¡°Proceed!¡± Brother Goumanded. This time, the gang members seethed with anger. They pledged to administer several painful stabs to Wang Xiao, regardless of any pleas for mercy he might maketer. Swiftly, they advanced upon Wang Xiao. The gleaming des of their knives hovered within a meter of him, malevolent smiles ying on their faces. Yet, in that very moment, Wang Xiao¡¯s legs widened apart, and he vanished from his original position. Bang! Bang! Bang! Right after that, the air was filled with the dull thuds of kicks. Among the group of thugs, a spectral figure swiftly weaved through. Whenever he raised his leg, a thug would be sent hurtling, crashing into the living room walls. In no time at all, the living room resounded with the screams of the thugs. In the midst of this chaos, only Brother Gou remained standing on the field. ¡°Is, is this guy even human? How did he manage to send so many people flying?¡± At this moment, Brother Gou also cast a fearful nce at Wang Xiao and muttered in hushed tones. He understood that Wang Xiao had dispatched all of his henchmen, but the exact method of their ejection eluded him. Wang Xiao¡¯s speed was simply too astonishing! ¡°Now, it¡¯s your turn!¡± Wang Xiao, once again turning his gaze toward Brother Gou, delivered these words with an icy tone. ¡°Kid, what, what do you intend to do? Do you have any idea who I am?¡± Confronted with Wang Xiao¡¯s unfeeling countenance, he drew closer to Brother Gou. An imperceptible wave of intimidation washed over him, causing Brother Gou¡¯s expression to change in an instant. He nervously addressed Wang Xiao. Pa¡­ His words barely faded before a resounding p echoed through the air. Brother Gou felt the world whirl around him in an instant, a fiery red handprint imprinting itself on his left cheek. ¡°Do I need an introduction?¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s tone turned icy. ¡°Kid, you¡¯ve got guts toy a hand on me. You¡¯re in deep trouble!¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s p left Brother Gou momentarily stunned. Then, a flicker of anger crossed his face as he confronted Wang Xiao. ¡°Just a p? That would be too lenient.¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s lips curled into a chilling grin upon hearing Brother Gou¡¯s words. ¡°What do you mean by that?¡± Brother Gou¡¯s expression shifted, his words faltering. Wang Xiao¡¯s subsequent action offered a clear response to Brother Gou¡¯s query. ¡°Seems like you used your right hand to strike mydy, am I right?¡± He seized Brother Gou¡¯s right hand, his voice carrying a dispassionate edge. ¡°Well, your hand is no longer necessary.¡± His words dripped with authority and a cutting finality. Chapter 19 C19 ¨C This¡¯s Just A Beginning Before Brother Gou could understand what Wang Xiao meant, he heard the sound of bones breaking. A strong pain came from his arm. He screamed in pain. He looked down and saw that his right arm had been broken into several pieces. White bones were stuck out of his skin. When the gangsters who were beaten on the ground saw this, they felt a chill on their backs and looked terrified. ¡°Don¡¯t worry, this is only the beginning. You will still have to suffer from it!¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s expression gradually became somewhat cold as he said to Brother Gou coldly. If he hit his woman, he would not be able to write off the debt even if he broke one of his hands. He was just worrying about not having a partner to practice his Tendon-dissecting Hand! Crack¡­ In the next few minutes, Wang Xiao¡¯s hands moved around Brother Gou¡¯s body. As long as it was his joints, he would remove them without hesitation. Every time he removed a joint, Brother Gou would scream in pain. The ovepping ups and downs and the incessant screams frightened all the gangsters. They felt weak all over and could not use any strength to get up from the ground. They looked at Wang Xiao with fear in their eyes. Devil, this kid is a devil! ¡°How is it? Comfortable?¡± Finally, after Wang Xiao removed all the joints on Brother Gou¡¯s body, he asked coldly. ¡°Awoo, awoo, awoo¡­¡± Brother Gou opened his mouth but only made a few noises. He could not speak at all. He looked at Wang Xiao with fear in his eyes. ¡°I almost forgot. I also dislocated your chin joints.¡± Wang Xiao patted his head and remembered. He could not help but smile. Then he stretched out his hand and pressed Brother Gou¡¯s chin joint. ¡°Big, big brother, I know I was wrong. Spare me!¡± Brother Gou was no longer as angry as before. He cried at Wang Xiao with tears in his eyes. ¡°Spare you? How can that be? I haven¡¯t had enough fun yet.¡± When Wang Xiao heard this, the corners of his mouth curled up into a cold smile as he chuckled. ¡°Big Brother, it¡¯s no big deal. They owe me ten thousand dors. I don¡¯t want it anymore, alright?¡± Brother Gou begged bitterly with a face full of fear. The feeling of his joints being ripped off one by one was really too painful. Wang Xiao¡¯s face darkened when he heard that. He gave Brother Gou a p and said coldly, ¡°Am I talking about money to you now? You just hit my woman!¡± After being pped, a sharp pain came from his face, but Brother Gou waspletely immune to it. Compared to the pain of having his muscles and bones broken, the pain of the p was just a small matter. He was not stupid. He immediately understood that Wang Xiao¡¯s words were about Tong Waner. He hurriedly turned to look at Tong Waner, who was beside him, and begged with snot flowing out of her mouth, ¡°Beauty, I know I was wrong. I should not have taken advantage of you just now. Forgive me. Your friend owes me that ten thousand yuan. We don¡¯t want it either.¡± Seeing Brother Gou¡¯s pitiful look, Tong Waner, who was initially a little angry, felt her heart soften. When she heard Brother Gou¡¯sst sentence, she nced at Xiao Qing and her family. Gritting her teeth, she turned to Wang Xiao and said, ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao, why don¡¯t you let him go?¡± ¡°Sigh¡­¡± Hearing Tong Waner¡¯s words, Wang Xiao felt a deep sigh welling up within him. Tong Waner possessed many admirable qualities, but her kindness made her vulnerable to exploitation by others. Yet, it was precisely this kindness that had endeared Tong Waner to Wang Xiao in just a matter of days. He had fallen in love with this innocent girl. ¡°Alright, I¡¯ll heed your advice,¡± Wang Xiao conceded with a helpless smile. He then turned to Brother Gou and stated in a stern tone, ¡°This time, with my girlfriend advocating for your leniency, I¡¯ll grant you a reprieve.¡± As he spoke, he extended his hand and expertly reset all the joints in Brother Gou¡¯s body. Tong Waner¡¯s cheeks reddened slightly upon hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s words. It was rather embarrassing to be referred to as his girlfriend. ¡°Thank you, beautiful!¡± After the joints were connected, Brother Gou also kept thanking Tong Waner. Tong Waner turned her head to the side and didn¡¯t even look at Brother Gou. ¡°Quickly take your people and get out of here.¡± Wang Xiao also snorted at this time and coldly said to Brother Gou. ¡°Yes, yes, yes. We will leave now.¡± Brother Gou quickly offered a fearful bow to Wang Xiao before departing with his subordinates. ¡°Young friend, we¡¯re deeply grateful for your assistance. We¡¯re not sure how we can repay your kindness.¡± Following Brother Gou and his group¡¯s departure, with the assistance of Xiao Qing and her mother, Xiao Qing¡¯s father approached Wang Xiao to express his gratitude. ¡°Uncle, you needn¡¯t say such things. Xiao Qing is a dear friend of Waner¡¯s, and by extension, a friend of mine. When a friend faces adversity, how can we simply stand by?¡± Wang Xiao gestured dismissively as he spoke frankly. Upon hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s words, Xiao Qing¡¯s father regarded him with admiration. It was clear to him that Wang Xiao shared a special bond with Tong Waner. Otherwise, his daughter¡¯s association with such a young man wouldn¡¯t be so worthwhile. After assisting Xiao Qing¡¯s father with his injuries and organizing the disarrayed furniture and misceneous items in the suite, Wang Xiao and Tong Waner left hand in hand. ¡­¡­ On the street, Wang Xiao and Tong Waner held hands as they walked. ¡°Waner, does your face still hurt?¡± Wang Xiao, full of concern, inquired about Tong Waner¡¯s well-being. A faint palm print marred her otherwise snow-whiteplexion, imperceptible unless one scrutinized closely. ¡°The pain has subsided,¡± Tong Waner replied, her heart warmed by Wang Xiao¡¯s concern. She shook her head solemnly and expressed her gratitude, ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao, I¡¯m so d you¡¯re here today. Otherwise, I wouldn¡¯t know what to do.¡± ¡°Protecting my wife is the most natural thing in the world.¡± Wang Xiao yfully touched his nose and grinned at Tong Waner. ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao, you¡¯re amazing.¡± Tong Waner¡¯s eyes sparkled as she heard his words. She suddenly embraced Wang Xiao and buried her head in his arms. ¡°Waner, is something bothering you?¡± Wang Xiao sensed that something was amiss with Tong Waner¡¯s emotions and couldn¡¯t help but ask. Tong Waner remained silent, only shaking her head. It took considerable effort for Wang Xiao to coax an answer from her. ¡°I received the eptance letter. Both Waner and I have been admitted to Forest City University.¡± Tong Waner muttered with a hint of reluctance in her expression. ¡°Isn¡¯t that a good thing?¡± Wang Xiao was taken aback and inquired. ¡°But Big Brother Wang Xiao is in the Traditional Chinese Medicine program, and I¡¯m in the Business and Commerce Department. Our campuses are different¡ªmine in the Eastern City and yours in the Northern City.¡± Tong Wanerined, her displeasure evident, as if she resented not being able to see Wang Xiao frequently. When hearing Tong Waner¡¯s words, Wang Xiao offered a wry smile. Thinking it was a more serious issue, he patted her head gently and reassured her, ¡°It doesn¡¯t matter. After all, we¡¯re both in Forest City. When you miss me, juste and find me. It works the other way around too.¡± ¡°It seems¡­ yes.¡± Tong Waner, realizing the practicality of Wang Xiao¡¯s words, nodded with a dreamy look, her rosy lips slightly pursed. ¡­¡­ Within the Chen Family vi, the cacophony of shattering objects blended seamlessly with a chorus of curses. ¡°That audacious Wang Xiao! How dare he publicly disgrace me in front of so many witnesses? If I don¡¯t exact my vengeance, I shan¡¯t deserve to be called Chen Jie!¡± Chen Jie¡¯s countenance bore the weight of his fury as he continued to wreck items. Over the past few days, the incident at KTV had incessantly reyed in his mind¡ªthe exposure by Wang Xiao and the disdainful nces from his ssmates. The more he dwelled on it, the harder it became to contain his rage. The household servants in the vicinity, upon witnessing the incensed visage of their young master, wisely refrained from intervening or reprimanding him. ¡°Little Jie, what has stirred such ire within you?¡± In that moment, a deep, resonant chuckle resonated from beyond the vi¡¯s confines. A middle-aged man of robust build, the arch-nemesis of Tong Group, and the head of Chen Group, Chen Jie¡¯s own father, Chen Peng, entered at a leisurely pace. Chen Peng, who had only one offspring, Chen Jie, had grown even more indulgent towards his son following the death of Chen Jie¡¯s mother. Upon learning of his son¡¯s destructive rampage in their home, he had returned to investigate the cause. ¡°Dad, you¡¯re back.¡± As Chen Pengid eyes on Chen Jie, an initial spark of joy flickered across his son¡¯s face. However, upon hearing Chen Peng¡¯s words, a profound sense of mncholy washed over him. He poured out his woes to his father, saying, ¡°Dad, there¡¯s this girl I¡¯m really fond of, Tong Waner. Just two days ago, during our ss reunion, I had intended to confess my feelings to her. Little did I know, she¡¯s already in a rtionship, and her boyfriend humiliated me. I can¡¯t just let it slide!¡± In that moment, Chen Jie¡¯s fists clenched, and his countenance grew somber as he gritted his teeth. ¡°Tong Waner? Tong Shan¡¯s daughter?¡± When Chen Peng heard this revtion, he couldn¡¯t help but be taken aback. Normally, he didn¡¯t meddle in his son¡¯s personal affairs. He was the type of father who would even leave it to the school to handle things if his son got a female ssmate pregnant. ¡°Dad, whose daughter?¡± Perplexed, Chen Jie also inquired. His father, Chen Peng, had always kept him at arm¡¯s length from the family¡¯s business matters, so he remained unaware of the tensions between the Chen Group and the Tong Group. ¡°Mr. Chen, Tong Waner attends the same school as the young master.¡± At this juncture, the baldy stepped forward and spoke with a grave tone to Chen Peng. Upon hearing this, Chen Peng¡¯s eyes lit up, and a scheme began to take shape in his mind. He had been concerned about dealing with Tong Shan, but now, a glimmer of hope emerged. ¡°Son, are you genuinely smitten with Tong Waner?¡± A sly smile crept onto Chen Peng¡¯s face as he turned to question Chen Jie. Chapter 20 C20 ¨C Wang Xiao Who Was Misunderstood ¡°Dad, I truly like Tong Waner. I desire her.¡± With a grave countenance, Chen Jie asserted. ¡°Jie, you should know that Tong Waner is the daughter of apetitor¡¯s business.¡± Chen Peng remarked to Chen Jie, an insinuating grin adorning his face. ¡°Father, are you implying I shouldn¡¯t pursue her?¡± Chen Jie¡¯s expression shifted subtly as he processed Chen Peng¡¯s statement, then he queried apprehensively. ¡°On the contrary, not only am I not against your pursuit of Tong Waner, but I actually endorse it!¡± Chen Peng chuckled, reassuringly cing a hand on Chen Jie¡¯s shoulder. ¡°Thank you, Dad!¡± A wave of happiness swept over Chen Jie, but it was swiftly overshadowed by gloom. ¡°Yet, Tong Waner is now with that Wang Xiao. How can I possibly win her over, let alone make her mine?¡± Unperturbed, Chen Peng nonchntly responded, an impish grin emerging, ¡°Jie, sometimes one needn¡¯t await thedy¡¯s consent. If it¡¯s Tong Waner you want, there are always other means.¡± ¡°Father, do you have a strategy in mind?¡± Chen Jie¡¯s curiosity was piqued by Chen Peng¡¯s hints. He fixed an expectant gaze on him. ¡°Indeed, I have a n. The real question is, do you have the guts to execute it?¡± Chen Peng intimated, smirking. ¡°Father, if it means having Tong Waner, I¡¯ll brave any challenge.¡± Chen Jie voiced with conviction, considering Tong Waner his destined partner. The mere thought of Wang Xiao near her was unbearable. He¡¯d spare no expense to im her. ¡°That¡¯s the spirit! True to my lineage!¡± Chen Jie¡¯s firm resolve and evident determination gratified Chen Peng. ¡°Then, without further ado, extend an invitation to Tong Waner. Regardless of the approach¡­¡± Chen Peng divulged his borate n to his son. As he unveiled the crucial aspects, his eyes gleamed with anticipation. Absorbing his father¡¯s words, Chen Jie¡¯s expression mirrored equal enthusiasm, asionally shing a fierce determination. ¡°Father, are you sure this will work?¡± Though exhrated by the n, Chen Jie couldn¡¯t suppress his reservations. ¡°Rest assured. Execute this wlessly, and Tong Waner will undoubtedly be devoted to you. Our adversaries will have no choice but to align with us. As for Wang Xiao, he will be out of the picture.¡± Chen Peng asserted with a sinister smirk. Observing Chen Jie¡¯s slight hesitation, he gestured towards the bald man, ¡°He will be at your side to assist.¡± ¡°That¡¯s reassuring. I feel much more confident now.¡± Chen Jie¡¯s spirits lifted instantly, gratitude evident on his face. The bald individual confidently assured, ¡°Fear not, Young Master Chen. I¡¯ll rally a team to ensure your mission¡¯s sess.¡± ¡°I¡¯m raring to go!¡± Anticipation for the nearing acquisition of Tong Waner manifested as a sly grin on Chen Jie¡¯s face. ¡­¡­ The ambiance in Tong Waner¡¯s residence was buzzing with activity. The entire security team of the Tong family was in a flurry, preparing for the young mistress and her son-inw¡¯s impending school departure. Tong Waner meticulously prepared several bags for the asion. Meanwhile, Wang Xiao remained carefree, lounging on the living room sofa, enjoying some snacks and television. ¡°Why haven¡¯t you packed anything, Wang Xiao?¡± A perspiring Tong Waner approached and inquired of Wang Xiao with genuine curiosity. ¡°Why bother packing? I¡¯ll purchase clothes once I¡¯m at school.¡± Wang Xiao responded with a subtle grin. His reluctance stemmed from the fact that the clothes previously belonged to someone else, making him hesitant to reuse them. After observing Tong Waner fill up four to five bags, a bemused expression crossed Wang Xiao¡¯s face. ¡°Waner, it looks like you¡¯re relocating entirely?¡± ¡°I¡¯ll be needing these outfits,¡± she giggled in reply. With a yful smirk, Tong Waner gave Wang Xiao a teasing look, her cheeks tinted with a light blush. ¡°Let¡¯s go!¡± With a blend of amusement and resignation, Wang Xiao dragged along the four pieces of luggage, offering one to Tong Waner, before hailing a cab. Tong Hu and the remaining bodyguards offered to escort Tong Waner and Uncle Wang Xiao to the school, but their offer was gently declined by both. It was the inaugural day for neers at the university, and they weren¡¯t keen on creating an unnecessary spectacle. Shortly after, Wang Xiao escorted Tong Waner to the southern campus of Forest City University. ¡°Waner, I¡¯ll send you here.¡± Standing at the main entrance of Forest City University¡¯s Business and Industry campus, Wang Xiao affectionately patted Tong Waner¡¯s head, beaming at her. Numerous senior students were already weing freshmen at the entrance, so Wang Xiao was confident that someone would assist Tong Waner with her luggage. Just as he finished his thought, he was embraced by a delicate figure, her scent filling his senses. ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao!¡± Tong Waner¡¯s eyes glistened with tears. Clearly, she was hesitant to part from Wang Xiao, burying her face in his embrace, murmuring softly. ¡°We¡¯ll see each other again, why the tears?¡± Observing her emotions, Wang Xiao gently teased and reassured her. After ensuring Tong Waner was settled and had approached the new student reception, he took a deep breath and decided to depart. Through their time together, Wang Xiao had grown profoundly fond of Tong Waner. He¡¯d be deeply troubled if someone imed she wasn¡¯t akin to his spouse. Should the ¡°old Wang Xiao¡± who deserted Tong Waner ever resurface and attempt to reim her, he¡¯d confront him fiercely. On his way to Forest City University¡¯s main campus in the northern part, Wang Xiao forwent a taxi, choosing the bus as a cost-saving option. Despite having a considerable sum from Tong Waner, he was hesitant to squander it. As the bus trundled along, a medley of scents pervaded the atmosphere ¨C the tang of sweat, aroma of breakfast, and rich perfumes. Reflecting on the experience, Wang Xiao, trying public transport for the first time, internallymented his choice. Hmm? At that juncture, Wang Xiao¡¯s gaze settled on a young woman nearby, seemingly a fellow student. Her features were refined with starry eyes, crescent-like brows, a prominent nose, and vibrant lips. Dressed in a checkered shirt, short ck skirt, andplemented by knee-high stockings and leather shoes. She was just like a young girl in a manga. Yet, it wasn¡¯t her captivating appearance that caught Wang Xiao¡¯s attention. Rather, a suspicious hand stealthily reaching for her waist bag. A pickpocket? The temperature in Wang Xiao¡¯s gaze dropped noticeably. Out of his peripheral vision, he spotted a shifty man eyeing a young girl¡¯s purse. Despite there being many bystanders, the majority seemed to adopt an indifferent stance. ¡°You¡¯re stunning. May I have your contact details?¡± Wang Xiao interjected, casting a yful grin towards the youngdy. Caught off guard by the sudden interruption, the thief was startled and swiftly pulled his hand back. The thief¡¯s initial surprise at Wang Xiao¡¯s intervention quickly morphed into anger. He snapped, ¡°Mind your own business, kid!¡± Wang Xiao dismissed him with a nce and smirked at the young girl. Taken aback by Wang Xiao, the girl clutched her bag tightly, stepped back, and eyed him with suspicion. Offended by Wang Xiao¡¯s teasing smirk, she responded with a p, eximing, ¡°Creep! Don¡¯t dream about getting my number!¡± The sting from the p left Wang Xiao momentarily stunned, struggling to process what had just happened. ¡°You¡¯ve got it wrong. I¡¯m no creep. I was simply trying to befriend you.¡± After pausing, Wang Xiao voiced his sentiments to the girl, his expression now tinged with regret. He felt a pang of injustice. His initial intent was just to strike a conversation with the girl to deter the thief. Yet, in trying to shield her, he got pped instead. The onlookers regarded Wang Xiao with evident disapproval, although none directly confronted him. ¡°Men like you are dime a dozen. I won¡¯t associate with someone who tantly hits on girls!¡± Disgusted, the girl clung to her bag and, with the aid of some passengers, distanced herself from Wang Xiao. ¡°Oh well, at least I don¡¯t have to worry about her money getting pinched now.¡± Despite feeling misunderstood, Wang Xiao felt a weight lift off his chest as he saw the widening gap between the thief and the girl, grateful that her belongings were now safe. Chapter 21 C21 ¨C You Wanna be My Wife? The bus soon pulled up to the main terminal of Forest City University. Wang Xiao prepared to alight, only to realize that the youngdy would disembark here as well. Both of them stepped off the bus sequentially. Yu Meini seemed apprehensive. Earlier on the bus, an unsavory character had made advances towards her. After she rebuffed him with a p, she distanced herself, and shortly after, the bus reached its stop. Upon alighting, she noticed the same man had also disembarked and seemed to be tailing her. ¡°What¡¯s he up to? Could he be thinking of harming me?¡± Anxiety raced through Yu Meini as these thoughts echoed in her mind. The bus stop for Forest City University was a two-kilometer stretch from the school¡¯s side entrance. To get back, she¡¯d have to traverse a rtively isted path. If this man had any ill intentions, she might find herself in a predicament. ¡°Why have you been trailing me? Do you really want me to involve the police?¡± After some distance, realizing he was still behind her, Yu Meini couldn¡¯t contain her fears and confronted him. ¡°Following you? I¡¯m simply heading to Forest City University.¡± Wang Xiao appeared taken aback as he earnestly responded to the clearly distressed young woman. ¡°Such ame excuse! You expect me to buy that?¡± Yu Meini shot him a cold, skeptical nce, her piercing eyes conveying her disbelief. ¡°Uh¡­¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s expression grew stern. This girl wasn¡¯t just illogical; she was incredibly self-centered. A hint of irritation arose in him. He looked Yu Meini over, clicked his tongue, and remarked, ¡°You¡¯ve got a good physique and striking looks. But your intellect is questionable. If you ever wanted to be my wife, I¡¯d have to ponder on the wisdom of our future generations!¡± ¡°What did you say!?¡± Yu Meini¡¯s temper red upon hearing Wang Xiao¡¯sments. She clenched her teeth and red at him. ¡°You¡¯re not justcking in wit, but your hearing seems wed too,¡± Wang Xiao said nonchntly, casting a fleeting nce at Yu Meini¡¯s elegant legs. ¡°Like I said, marrying you would require some thought.¡± ¡°Go to hell!¡± Anger painted Yu Meini¡¯s beautiful face. She snatched her bag and hurled it toward Wang Xiao. Wang Xiao was no sitting duck; he swiftly sidestepped the assault, snatching the bag mid-air. ¡°Hold on. Don¡¯t assume I won¡¯t retaliate just because of your looks!¡± Wang Xiao red at Yu Meini and said. ¡°Hit me if you have the guts!¡± Yu Meini clutched the other side of her bag, responding with a touch of pride upon hearing his challenge. p. A sharp noise suddenly cut through the atmosphere. Wang Xiao gestured towards Yu Meini, a perplexed look on his face. ¡°You practically invited that. I merely obliged!¡± Yu Meini stood there, taken aback. She hadn¡¯t anticipated that this audacious young man would actually darey a hand on her. And hit her! ¡°How could you deceive me like that? I swear, I could end you right now!¡± A sudden shrill scream echoed through the street. Yu Meini appeared like a ruffled kitten, her face flushed with rage. She aggressively moved towards Wang Xiao, disying her displeasure vividly. ¡°Darling, you can make impulsive decisions, but words shouldn¡¯t be taken lightly. Remember, you¡¯re the one who asked me to do it, and I just obliged.¡± Wang Xiao skillfully evaded Yu Meini¡¯s yful jabs, stepping aside and raising his hands in mock surrender. ¡°If you really wish I¡¯d perish, why am I still here?¡± Fury written all over her face, Yu Meini lunged at Wang Xiao once more. ¡°This body is a gift from my parents. Regardless of your beauty, I wouldn¡¯t be foolish enough to blindly heed every word you say. That would be a death wish.¡± With a smirk, Wang Xiao addressed Yu Meini, effortlessly sidestepping yet another of her advances. ¡°Goodness, you¡¯re so frustrated. If you¡¯re brave, stand still and face me!¡± Failing toy a finger on Wang Xiao time and time again, Yu Meini¡¯s patience wore thin. She vented her irritation by stamping her foot. ¡°Alright then, I won¡¯t dodge anymore!¡± Taking Yu Meini¡¯s words to heart, Wang Xiao stood his ground, not attempting to move away. ¡°A good opportunity!¡± Seeing Wang Xiao¡¯s action, Yu Meini¡¯s beautiful eyes suddenly lit up. This time, she retracted her ws and extended her right leg, kicking towards Wang Xiao¡¯s lower body. This kick was equivalent to taking half of Wang Xiao¡¯s life! ¡°What a ruthless girl!¡± Observing Yu Meini¡¯s actions, Wang Xiao felt a deep sense of embarrassment. Nheless, he remained still without showing any signs of avoiding her. ¡°Ha! You rascal, I aim to make you regret with my kick. Don¡¯t resent me for being heartless. If you must me someone, me your own unruly behavior!¡± Yu Meini observed Wang Xiao¡¯s reaction, her eyes sparkling, and her lips curling into a displeased smile. But, just as Yu Meini, donned in ck silk stockings, was about tond her kick on Wang Xiao¡¯s shin, he suddenly acted. Without hesitation, he grasped her leg with his left hand and her slender waist with the right, effortlessly pulling her into his embrace. To the onlooker, it appeared as though Yu Meini had willingly leaped into Wang Xiao¡¯s arms. ¡°My dear, if you¡¯re so fond of me, there¡¯s no need to throw yourself at me in such a bold manner.¡± Holding Yu Meini close, Wang Xiao spoke with a hint of amusement. ¡°You Stinky Rascal, quickly let go of me!¡± Yu Meini also did not know why she was carried into Wang Xiao¡¯s arms. Her pretty face immediately turned red as she struggled in Wang Xiao¡¯s arms. ¡°What if I don¡¯t let go?¡± Wang Xiao did not have the slightest intention of letting go. He gave Yu Meini a wicked smile and said. ¡°Wuuuu¡­ You bastard, let go of me!¡± After her fruitless attempts to free herself, Yu Meini¡¯s eyes welled up, threatening tears. She gritted her teeth, trying to hold back her emotions. ¡°Hey, why the tears? Should I release you? Please, don¡¯t cry.¡± Wang Xiao hadn¡¯t anticipated Yu Meini¡¯s emotional reaction and was taken aback. He promptly released her, his apology evident in his demeanor. But unexpectedly, as soon as he released her, Yu Meini¡¯s lips transformed into a yful grin, and the imminent tears vanished. This isn¡¯t good! Wang Xiao realized, a concern shing in his mind. Yu Meini yfully stamped her leather-d foot on Wang Xiao and distanced herself from him with a few steps backward. Hiss¡­ Yu Meini¡¯s feet had a bump on the heels of her shoes. Wang Xiao¡¯s eyes widened as he took a deep breath. He could no longer feel the existence of his toes! ¡°Hmph, how dare you take advantage of me. This is a lesson!¡± Yu Meini touched her nose. Her crystal clear eyes flickered with a crafty look as she snorted at Wang Xiao. It was obvious that she was the one who acted out the crying scene just now. ¡°The old man is right. Sure enough, the more beautiful a girl is, the more difficult it is to believe.¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s expression was strange. He forcefully endured the pain and muttered in a low voice. ¡°Yo, this ce is quite lively?¡± At that instant, an out-of-tune voice erupted from behind the pair. Right after, a blonde-haired young man approached, wearing a malevolent grin. Beside him was the very pickpocket who had earlier tried to rob Yu Meini on the bus. Wang Xiao¡¯s brow furrowed. Intuitively, he realized that the pickpocket had trailed them after disembarking from the bus and that the blonde young man was likely in league with him. ¡°Brother Huang Mao, it¡¯s him! He spooked me on the bus earlier and thwarted my attempt to nab this girl¡¯s phone and wallet!¡± At that point, the pickpocket gestured towards Wang Xiao and Yu Meini, addressing the blonde with deference. ¡°I merely tried to engage this na?ve girl in conversation. Little did I know you¡¯d be so easily rattled by my approach.¡± Wang Xiao, stifling the pain in his toes, stood upright, shooting a derisive nce at the pickpocket. ¡°On the bus? Robbery? Flirting?¡± Yu Meini was taken aback. She couldn¡¯tprehend why she was being implicated in their conversation. Momentster, the pieces clicked for Yu Meini as she turned to Wang Xiao with wide eyes. ¡°So, he tried to flirt with me on the bus to divert the thief from my belongings, using his advances as a smokescreen¡­¡± With this realization, a flush crept up Yu Meini¡¯s cheeks. Had she misconstrued Wang Xiao¡¯s intentions on the bus and mistakenly pped him? Oh my god, it was really too embarrassing! How could she do such an ungrateful thing! Another thought struck Yu Meini. ¡°This means he likely wasn¡¯t tailing me after all and is genuinely a student at Forest City University. And I, in my conceit, warned Wang Xiao to stop shadowing me¡­¡± When she thought of this, Yu Meini¡¯s pretty face became flustered. My God, just kill me! Chapter 22 C22 ¨C Is This Money Easy to Get? When Wang Xiao spoke, the irate pickpocket¡¯s expression turned stormy. Anger zed in his eyes. He pointed at Wang Xiao and bellowed, ¡°What did you just say? Dare to repeat it!¡± ¡°It appears that not only are you cowardly, but you¡¯re also hard of hearing. I wonder, how did you end up as a pickpocket?¡± A look of contempt appeared on Wang Xiao¡¯s face. He cast a disdainful nce at the ragged thief and responded icily. ¡°You!¡± The thief¡¯s reaction to Wang Xiao¡¯s words was a mix of panic and rage. His face turned beet-red with fury. He tightened his fist, preparing to strike. ¡°Mo, hold on!¡± Just then, the blonde-haired young man intervened, gesturing for the thief to calm down. ¡°Why did you hold me back, Brother Huang Mao? I need to teach this guy a lesson!¡± The thief, seeing the blonde youth intervening, couldn¡¯t help but question him. ¡°Mo, I¡¯ll handle himter. Right now, the priority is the money!¡± A chilling smile graced the lips of the blonde youth as he spoke to the thief, who nodded in agreement. Without dy, the blonde youth shifted his attention to Wang Xiao and Yu Meini, demanding, ¡°You¡¯ve taken up too much of our time. I won¡¯t waste words. Give us all your money!¡± Yu Meini¡¯s expression tensed upon hearing this. The money in her bag was for her tuition. How could she just hand it over to these thugs? ¡°Oh, so now it¡¯s not just theft but robbery too?¡± A smirk formed on Wang Xiao¡¯s face as hemented humorously. ¡°You think I won¡¯t harm you if you don¡¯tply? Give the money now, or it¡¯ll be the end for you!¡± The irate pickpocket red at Wang Xiao, his voice dripping with menace. ¡°Alright, alright. I¡¯ll give you the money, okay?¡± Noticing the pickpocket¡¯s menacing stance, Wang Xiao raised his hands in a mock show of fear. As he pulled out his wallet, he yfully told Yu Meini, ¡°Better give them the money fast. Can¡¯t you see these gentlemen are in a hurry?¡± ¡°Uh¡­¡± Hearing Wang Xiao speak, Yu Meini was taken aback. She had assumed that Wang Xiao would bravely confront these two thugs, demonstrating his resilience, and give her a chance to flee. Didn¡¯t this turn of events seem odd? However, in mere moments, she clenched her teeth and cast a scornful look at Wang Xiao. She had believed him to be unyielding! Yet, he appeared to be just as fearful! Hmph! ¡°Why are you staring? Hand over your bag quickly. Orter, you might find yourselves regretting it. Isn¡¯t it evident that money is less valuable than avoiding harm?¡± Wang Xiao quickly took the bag from Yu Meini, his demeanor stern. Had it not been for his earlier assistance in the car, Yu Meini might have suspected that he was in league with the other two. Seeing Wang Xiao¡¯s actions, both the blond youth and the sneaky thief smirked. They had anticipated a struggle but were surprised by the ease with which they obtained the cash. ¡°Esteemed sirs, this wallet belongs to both of us. Would you care to count it?¡± As Yu Meini seethed, Wang Xiao obsequiously handed the wallet and bag to the blond individual. ¡°En, good. Kid, you are very¡­¡± The blond young man wore a smile, ncing at Wang Xiao with evident admiration. However, as he reached for the wallet and bag, his voice halted abruptly the moment he grasped the bag. Snap¡­ Without warning, Wang Xiao swiftly drove his right foot into the area between the blond youth¡¯s legs. A faint snap echoed shortly after. ¡°Ugh¡­¡± Eyes bulging, the blond youth¡¯s face turned ashen. His jaw dropped so wide it seemed he could swallow arge egg. Clutching his groin, he hunched over, much resembling a boiled shrimp, while letting out a shriek of agony. ¡°Well? Thought it¡¯d be easy money?¡± Wang Xiao smirked, taunting the blond young man. From the sidelines, Yu Meini witnessed the scene, momentarily taken aback. Then, a hint of delight graced her features. To her surprise, Wang Xiao wasn¡¯t actually intimidated by the duo; he was merely toying with them. ¡°You think you can mock me?¡± Green with pain, the blond youth nheless managed to growl at Wang Xiao, his wordsced with venom. ¡°So, you¡¯re free to steal, yet I can¡¯t mock you?¡± Wang Xiao regarded the blond youth and his thievingpanion with nothing but contempt, letting out a lightugh. ¡°Little Mo, together, we take this punk down.¡± Rage painted the blond youth¡¯s features. Despite the crippling pain, he shouted at his aplice with gritted teeth. ¡°Alright!¡± The distressed pickpocket¡¯s face showed anger too. Even though he wasn¡¯t the one hurt, fear still gripped him. Moments ago, he almost took the blow himself. If he had, he¡¯d surely be writhing in agony right now. After finishing his sentence, they both quickly lunged at Wang Xiao. ¡°Why even try? Just the two of you won¡¯t stand a chance against me.¡± Watching them charge, Wang Xiao slightly raised his hands, revealing an exasperated look. ¡°Conceited kid!¡± The yellow-haired young man¡¯s rage intensified upon hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s taunts, his fists tightening further. Two fists, one from the left and one from the right, zoomed towards Wang Xiao¡¯s face. ¡°Watch out!¡± Yu Meini, witnessing this, warned Wang Xiao anxiously. Wang Xiao remained unfazed. As the punches neared, he shifted his stance, causing the fists to narrowly miss, not even grazing his attire. ¡°How did he do that!¡± Both the yellow-haired youth and the sneaky pickpocket gaped in surprise, seeing Wang Xiao effortlessly evade their attacks. ¡°Nothing¡¯s out of reach. I¡¯ve told you, neither of you stand a chance against me. My turn now.¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s chillingughter echoed in their ears. Panic set in. Both the yellow-haired youth and the pickpocket simultaneously realized the tide had turned and began to back away. But in an instant, two strong hands seized their arms, yanking them forward. Thud! Thud! The muffled sounds of punches were followed by both figures being thrown,nding on the grassy patches on either side. ¡°Good, very good!¡± Observing from a distance, Yu Meini¡¯s gaze, clear and shimmering, rested on Wang Xiao¡¯s towering figure. A peculiar glint passed through her eyes, and she slightly bit her vibrant red lips, letting out a gentle sigh. Historically, there¡¯s a saying that damsels are drawn to gant champions! Any youngdy witnessing ad courageously defending and safeguarding her is bound to experience a flutter of emotions. ¡°Why push me to this point?¡± Wang Xiao stretched his arms out,menting to the pair, ¡°Having intervened, it won¡¯t be simple for both of you to walk away!¡± ¡°Elder one, we beg your pardon. Our actions were misguided.¡± The blow rendered the blonded and the miscreant pickpocket ashen-faced. Recognizing their disadvantage against Wang Xiao, they hastily scrambled to their feet, imploring him for clemency. ¡°It isn¡¯t unthinkable to pardon you. But consider the time you¡¯ve squandered of mine. The emotional toll and the fleeting youth¡­¡± Elevating his chin slightly, Wang Xiao issued a disdainful huff, his smile holding a tinge of mockery. The blonde youth and the rogue pickpocket grasped Wang Xiao¡¯s implication instantly. Swiftly, they retrieved their wallets, offering them to Wang Xiao while chorusing, ¡°Esteemed sir, please ept this modest gesture!¡± ¡°Hmm, at least you recognize the etiquette.¡± Wang Xiao confiscated over two thousand yuan from their wallets, tucked it into his belt, then handed the wallets back,manding, ¡°Depart at once!¡± ¡°Much gratitude, noble one. We shall take our leave!¡± epting their wallets, the duo nodded profusely and promptly retreated. Yu Meini, witnessing this peculiar turn of events, was momentarily taken aback. They were initially the victims of an attempted robbery, yet in moments it seemed as if they were the ones pocketing the money! ¡°Naivess, with that look, are you contemting sharing my earnings? Dream on. This is the fruit of my endeavors.¡± Wang Xiao discerned Yu Meini¡¯s scrutinizing look. Her gaze was cautious as he responded firmly. It took a moment for Yu Meini to gather herself. Hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s statement, she was initially bewildered, then her expression reddened in anger, ¡°Who¡¯s interested in dividing your ill-gotten gains? It¡¯s dishonest money; I¡¯ve no desire for it.¡± Without dy, she reimed her purse from Wang Xiao. ¡°Innocentss, one might be careless in eating but must be careful in speaking. This ispensation for my anguish, not loot!¡± Wang Xiao articted gravely to Yu Meini. Who are you calling naive? Your entire lineage is naive! Only then did Yu Meini discern Wang Xiao¡¯s reference to her. Her face flushed with irritation as she retorted to Wang Xiao, ¡°I am Yu Meini, not ¡®innocentss¡¯!¡± Chapter 23 C23 ¨C Is It My Fault for Being Handsome ¡°Isn¡¯t that the case? And yet you can¡¯t identify your foe? What does that make you if not naive?¡± A chuckle escaped from Wang Xiao. Realizing Wang Xiao was referring to the incident on the bus, a blush crept onto Yu Meini¡¯s beautiful face. Guilt swelled inside her, but her pride stopped her from immediately apologizing to him. ¡°I admit, I was at fault for the bus incident. I apologize. I¡¯ll even take you out for a meal as a gesture of regret!¡± Taking a deep breath and swallowing her pride, Yu Meini offered an apology to Wang Xiao. She discovered Wang Xiao was from the same university. She intended to offer him a meal as a gesture, something she had never done even for the affluent admirers who pursued her. ¡°There¡¯s no need. I can handle my own meals. Let¡¯s just leave it be.¡± Wang Xiao, with a subtle smile, gestured at Yu Meini, then turned and headed towards the Forest City University¡¯s rear entrance. ¡°Did he just turn me down?¡± Shock registered in Yu Meini¡¯s eyes as she stood rooted to the ground, disbelieving. Many women at Forest City University had approached her for a meal, only to be rebuffed. Today, she had humbled herself to extend an invitation, and yet she was the one declined. Did sheck allure? It was the first time Yu Meini questioned her own attractiveness, but she quickly dismissed the notion. As one of Forest City University¡¯s most notable beauties, she never doubted her looks. ¡°Fine, be that way. I didn¡¯t really want to invite you anyway!¡± Watching Wang Xiao¡¯s retreating figure, Yu Meini felt a surge of frustration. She stomped her foot and murmured angrily. Having let off steam, she continued her way towards Forest City University. ¡­¡­ The Forest City University boasted a picturesque setting, nestled among mountains and rivers. Its verdant trees and majestic statues of renowned personalities enhanced its beauty. The ambiance carried a distinct aroma reminiscent of books. Everywhere you looked, you were reminded of the Forest City University¡¯s esteemed reputation as a top-tier institution in the Jiangnan Province. At that very moment, an attractive young man strolled leisurely down the campus path, pausing asionally to appreciate the surroundings and expressing his admiration with an audible sigh. ¡°Amazing! Only in universities do you find such a plethora of beautiful girls.¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s gaze was continually drawn to the girls donning checkered shirts and mini-skirts, their fair legs capturing his attention. It suddenly made sense to him why the elderly often remarked, ¡°When you descend the mountain, seize any opportunity to visit a university. There¡¯s a trove of wonders waiting within.¡± Wang Xiao found himself nodding in agreement. With an ice cream cone in hand, he sauntered through the campus, savoring both his treat and the views. He felt no urgency to register, knowing he had the rest of the afternoon. ¡°Jiajia, why did we part ways?¡± Amotion from the square caught Wang Xiao¡¯s ear. Raising an eyebrow in curiosity, he anticipated a scene unfolding. Reaching the square, ice cream still in tow, he observed a distraught young man, presumably named Lin Hua, desperately gripping a girl¡¯s hand. ¡°Lin Hua, our rtionship isplicated. We just aren¡¯t a match. It¡¯s best we go our separate ways.¡± The girl, identified as Jiajia, replied with a firm shake of her head. ¡°Jiajia, I worked hard for a year to get into Forest City University, all for the hope of being with you. Please tell me what I did wrong. I promise I¡¯ll rectify it.¡± Lin Hua¡¯s plea was evident in his tightened grip on Jiajia¡¯s hand. ¡°Ah, young love,¡± Wang Xiao mused to himself, enjoying his ice cream and silentlymenting the scene before him. Out of the blue, Jiajia¡¯s gazended on Wang Xiao. Pointing towards him, she told Lin Hua, ¡°Some things just can¡¯t be transformed at will. For instance, if you had even half of his charm¡­ Perhaps we might still stand a chance.¡± ¡°Er¡­¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s eyes lit up in surprise when the girl singled him out. A hint of a smile yed at his lips. He was merely a spectator of the event. Why was he being dragged into this? Surely, his good looks weren¡¯t a crime! Overhearing this, the portly man shot Wang Xiao a nce. His gaze briefly clouded with pain before he said to Jiajia, ¡°Jiajia, it¡¯s not my fault I wasn¡¯t born conventionally attractive. Why does this astonish you?¡± It was bewildering for him to see the simple girl he had admired in high school transform so drastically after just one year in college. She had evolved into someone materialistic, obsessed with looks. ¡°Lin Hua, I apologize. You can¡¯t offer me what I desire. Regardless of your looks, you¡¯re not financially adequate for me.¡± Jiajia sighed, looking disappointedly at the stout man known as Lin Hua. A crowd of students had gathered as spectators. Several girls looked at Lin Hua with contempt, clearly siding with Jiajia¡¯s perspective. ¡°Jiajia, can we hurry? I¡¯m famished, and the diner¡¯s getting impatient.¡± A well-dressed young man approached Jiajia, voicing his impatience. ¡°Darling, just a moment more.¡± Spotting the affluent-looking young man, Jiajia¡¯s face lit up, addressing him affectionately. ¡°Jiajia, who is this? Why address him so fondly?¡± Noticing Jiajia¡¯s demeanor shift upon the man¡¯s arrival, Lin Hua¡¯s face darkened, demanding answers from Jiajia. ¡°Lin Hua, isn¡¯t it apparent?¡± With a hint of exasperation, Jiajia clutched the arm of the affluent man and replied icily to Lin Hua. Lin Hua staggered backward, his face a picture of disbelief. He had been toiling academically, hoping to join her in the same university. Who could¡¯ve predicted she¡¯d move on so quickly? Pity was evident in the eyes of the onlooking students as they observed Lin Hua. ¡°How long have the two of you been together?¡± With a tense grip and a steely gaze, Lin Hua questioned Jiajia. ¡°The third week of the first year¡­¡± Jia Jia gently tilted her head, speaking in a feeble voice. Upon hearing this, Lin Hua¡¯s expression darkened instantly. He looked intently at Jia Jia, questioning, ¡°If you¡¯ve been with him since the third week after our first year, why not tell me outright?¡± ¡°Ah, so you¡¯re the backup Jia Jia mentioned, huh? We appreciate the 600 yuan you send monthly. It may not be a lot, but it suffices for meals and a night¡¯s stay.¡± Before Jia Jia could respond, the affluent young man beside her smirked, addressing Lin Hua. Swoosh¡­ The students around them erupted into whispers the moment those words were uttered. ¡°That poor guy is truly tragic. He¡¯s been sidelined for a year by a girl, and he even sends her money monthly.¡± ¡°Worse, the money he provides is used by another man for private time with her¡­¡± Many of the male students gazed at Lin Hua, their eyes reflecting pity and sympathy. ¡°Wh, what!¡± Hearing these words, Lin Hua shuddered. He lifted his gaze to Jia Jia, a girl he had cherished for four years, hoping to decipher her feelings. Her evasion of his gaze made things clear. He had been giving her his monthly allowance for the past year, enduring a bare minimum lifestyle, just to ensure she didn¡¯t go without. Only to find out that another had been using his hard-earned money to enjoy time with her? ¡°You sent that money of your own ord. I never demanded it.¡± Jia Jia finally asserted, her voice firm as she met Lin Hua¡¯s gaze. Boom¡­ These words felt like a crushing blow to Lin Hua¡¯s already fragile heart. ¡°Enough, chubby. My girlfriend has spelled it out for you. Don¡¯t bother her anymore. If you do, I won¡¯t hold back. Leave now!¡± The wealthy young man then chipped in with a haughty tone, looking at Lin Hua with clear scorn. ¡°Fuck off!¡± Lin Hua¡¯s eyes were bloodshot. He clenched his fists tightly. His swollen body rushed towards the Rich Young Master, as if he was going to fight the Rich Young Master to the death. ¡°Humph, you overestimate yourself!¡± When the Rich Young Master saw Lin Hua lunging at him, he sneered. He kicked Lin Hua in the abdomen and sent him flying. Lin Hua fell in front of Wang Xiao. He spat out a mouthful of bile, but the anger on his face didn¡¯t disappear. His eyes were bloodshot. He struggled to get up from the ground and roared, ¡°I will kill you, I will kill you!¡± Wang Xiao saw this and couldn¡¯t help shaking his head. This fatty¡¯s physique was swollen and weak. He didn¡¯t even have a few pounds of meat. How could he beat Lin Hua? ¡°Damn fatty, don¡¯t refuse a toast and drink a forfeit. Kneel down and kowtow to me three times. I will let you go!¡± That Rich Young Master arrogantly looked at Lin Hua and coldly snorted. ¡°Fuck you, kneel down? If you have the guts, kill me!¡± Lin Hua clenched his fist and roared at Rich Young Master. ¡°Since you want to die, don¡¯t me me. Attack!¡± Rich Young Master¡¯s face darkened when he heard this, and he said in a cold tone. As soon as his voice faded, a few of his underlings rushed out from the crowd and pounced towards Lin Hua. When the surrounding students saw this scene, they were so scared that they hid to the side, fearing that it would affect them. Seeing that Rich Young Master had so many underlings, Lin Hua¡¯s face was filled with anger. He wasn¡¯t afraid and was ready to fight with Rich Young Master to the death. But at this moment, a hand was ced on his shoulder, stopping him. ¡°You don¡¯t want your life anymore?¡± Wang Xiao smiled faintly at Lin Hua and said. ¡°How can I not take revenge for my wife?¡± Lin Hua clenched his fists, his eyes were bloodshot, and he said while gnashing his teeth in anger. Hearing this, Wang Xiao smiled faintly. His next sentence instantly reduced Lin Hua¡¯s anger by 70%. ¡°A whore who was yed by someone for a year, is she also considered a wife? At most, she can be considered as a prostitute. She doesn¡¯t even deserve to be a prostitute.¡± Chapter 24 C24 ¨C Compete with the Sun and Moon Initially, Wang Xiao was merely an observer to the unfolding spectacle. However, witnessing the hefty individual being rebuffed didn¡¯t noticeably stir his emotions. Discovering that the girl had been romantically involved with her boyfriend while simultaneously soliciting money from Bei Tai prompted Wang Xiao to frown. Observing the stout man being assaulted and copsing before him, he chose to intervene. ¡°It¡¯s about transactional rtions, not solicitation¡­¡± At Wang Xiao¡¯s words, Lin Hua was taken aback momentarily, then erupted intoughter. Relenting his clench, he replied, ¡°You are correct. Why should solicitation provoke my ire?¡± ¡°Adopting such a perspective would be ideal.¡± A smirk yed on Wang Xiao¡¯s lips as he addressed Lin Hua. Their discussion wasn¡¯t conducted in hushed tones, causing uproariousughter among the nearby students who were witnessing a verbal skirmish devoid of actual words for the first time. ¡°Yun Yi, he is berating me!¡± Anger flushing her face, Jiajia appealed to the affluent young master. On hearing herint, Yun Yi, the scion of wealth, confronted Wang Xiao with a warning re, saying frostily, ¡°Interfering in affairs that are not your concern can have repercussions; you might find Forest City University unweing.¡± ¡°Leniency should prevail where it can. He has been your ything for a year. Extend me this courtesy. Let it pass.¡± Wang Xiao exhorted, addressing Yun Yi with a sigh. ¡°Who do you reckon you are, asking for respect from our Young Master Yun? You¡¯re merely a neophyte.¡± Before Yun Yi could respond, one of his minions chastised Wang Xiao aggressively. ¡°Retract your finger, or else¡­¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s response to the intrusive gesture was assertive and his tone, grave. ¡°What consequence is there? I¡¯ll continue to point, and what can you possibly do about it?¡± The underling sneered at Wang Xiao¡¯s warning, even taunting him by prodding his nose multiple times, his gesture seemingly throwing a challenge: ¡°What will you do about it?¡± Kacha¡­ Suddenly, a sharp sound resonated through the air¡ªthe sound of a finger snapping. Wang Xiao seized the younger brother¡¯s right index finger with one hand and pressed it forcefully, causing it to bend in an unnatural arc. This action forced the younger brother to scream in agony, kneeling on the ground, his face paling, and a cold sweat beading on his forehead. ¡°Ah, my finger! It¡¯s broken. Release me at once, let go!¡± The little brother remained knelt on the ground, shrieking in torment. However, still held firmly by Wang Xiao, he dared not make any sudden moves. ¡°I already cautioned you against pointing at my nose. Why didn¡¯t you heed my warning?¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s demeanor was impassive, speaking to the little brother with detachment, as if his current actions were of no significant concern. Hiss¡­ Observing this, onlookers drew in a sharp intake of breath, eyes filled with a mix of fear and respect as they watched Wang Xiao. This young man is relentless! Lin Hua, witnessing this, looked at Wang Xiao with admiration filling his eyes. ¡°Young man, you better release my brother. If not, neither you nor this wretched fellow will be leaving here today!¡± Yun Yi, upon witnessing the scene, exhibited a grim expression. He red fiercely at Wang Xiao and spoke with an icy tone. ¡°Oh, is that so?¡± When Wang Xiao perceived the conversation, he swiveled his head to regard Yun Yi, simultaneously releasing his grip from the finger of the thug, allowing him to plummet to the floor, wailing in agony. Observing Wang Xiao release his underling, a subtle breath of relief escaped Yun Yi. However, his gaze towards Wang Xiao shifted to a colder one. He inquired with a stern tone, ¡°Young man, to which grade and department do you belong? State your name!¡± The audacity of breaking his aplice¡¯s finger right before him! Naturally, Yun Yi couldn¡¯t overlook such insolence! ¡°I¡¯m a freshman from the Traditional Chinese Medicine Program.¡± Wang Xiao addressed Yun Yi, his demeanorposed. ¡°A freshman?¡± Upon hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s deration, Yun Yi and his cohorts were left aghast. Subsequently, a scornful smile surfaced on their faces, deducing thed confronting them had no support. Yun Yi sneered, ¡°A novice daring to advocate for this worthless bulk. He¡¯s truly overestimating his capabilities.¡± ¡°Young man, you not only defy me for this worthless individual but also defend him. Don¡¯t assert that the senior didn¡¯t afford you an opportunity. Prostrate and offer three bows to me now, andpensate ten thousand yuan for the medical expenses. Then, I¡¯ll consider sparing you!¡± ¡°Ten thousand yuan, why not justmit robbery!¡± Lin Hua¡¯s countenance fell upon hearing this, vociferating his disdain towards Yun Yi. ¡°Worthless bulk, we will settle our ounts shortly. For now, stand back quietly and refrain from spewing nonsense!¡± Yun Yi regarded Lin Hua with contempt, articting in an icy tone. ¡°You!¡± Lin Hua, flushed with rage, was on the brink of responding. Wang Xiao, stationed next to him, gestured him to hold back, asserting, ¡°Leave this to me!¡± Subsequent to his statement, he directed his attention to Yun Yi, challenging, ¡°And what happens if I refuse?¡± ¡°No? Hehe, then don¡¯t me us for being impolite.¡± Yun Yi said to Wang Xiao with a sneer on his face. Once his voice had ceased, several subordinates had already encircled Wang Xiao and Lin Hua, appearing prepared to strike. Lin Hua¡¯s expression turned grave. He tightened his fists, seemingly ready to battle with all his might. ¡°Young Master Yun, you possess such charm.¡± Observing this, Jia Jia sped onto Yun Yi¡¯s arm, voicing her admiration. ¡°If not, how could I be worthy of being yourpanion?¡± At Jia Jia¡¯s words, a smile touched the corner of Yun Yi¡¯s mouth. He responded by encircling her waist with his arm. Jiajia merely chuckled several times, making no move to disengage from Yun Yi¡¯s hold. Other students, observing this tableau, expressed their sympathy towards Wang Xiao. Initially spectators to the unfolding drama, they felt it unfortunate that he chose to defend Fatty. Was he not inviting trouble upon himself? ¡°Hehe, boasting before the battle¡¯smencement? These fragile beings could be managed single-handedly.¡± Observing Yun Yi and Jia Jia absorbed in their conversation, Wang Xiao interjected with a smirk. Swoosh! His remarks sparked renewed uproar amongst the spectators. ¡°Even now, why does he continue with this charade?¡± ¡°True, is he not inviting a thrashing deliberately?¡± Certainly, anger was evident on their faces upon hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s retorts. ¡°No more needs to be said. Let¡¯s disy to him his own insignificance and enlighten him on the vastness of the world!¡± Hearing this, Yun Yi, with a stern visage, addressed his underlings. ¡°Yes, Young Master Yun!¡± The underlings, simmering with repressed anger, sprang into action at Yun Yi¡¯smand, surging forward with clenched fists towards Wang Xiao. ¡°A firefly daring to rival the luminance of the celestial bodies! Haha!¡± Wang Xiao, witnessing the advancing students, sneered dismissively. He positioned his left hand on his waist, adjusted his stance, and extended his right hand, ready to meet the assants. Bang, bang, bang¡­ Instantaneously, the clear sound of a p resonated throughout the square. Wang Xiao¡¯s silhouette danced like a phantom among the crowd. With every strike of his palm, one of the student¡¯s henchmen was projected away. Within moments, the square was crowded with students, their hands to their faces, vocalizing their agony. The faces of these minions were puffy and inmed from the blows, as though a goose egg was forced into their mouths. ¡°Remarkable! He is taking on so many of Young Master Yun¡¯s disciples single-handedly!¡± ¡°More impressively, he subdued numerous individuals using just one hand.¡± ¡°This has to be martial arts!¡± The spectacle drew a storm of reactions from the surrounding students, a tumult of discussions and screams, overwhelming and piercing. ¡°How¡­ how can this be possible!¡± Yun Yi, witnessing the ordeal, wore a distorted expression. A flicker of dread crossed his eyes, and Jia Jia next to him appeared even more distressed. Who is this youngster really? How is he so formidable? ¡°Your little brother is already incapacitated; you¡¯re next.¡± Wang Xiao turned to Yun Yi, a sly smile gracing his features. ¡°What do you intend? Are you aware of my identity?¡± Perceiving the teasing glint in Wang Xiao¡¯s eyes, Yun Yi, now in distress, addressed Wang Xiao. Pa¡­ Wang Xiao extended his hand, striking Yun Yi across the face, his voice dripping with contempt, ¡°Do you always find pleasure in uttering harsh words? Does it serve any purpose?¡± From this p, Yun Yi¡¯s right cheek instantly reddened and puffed up, resembling a spacerge enough to hold a goose egg. ¡°You¡­ you dare strike me!¡± Disbelief filled Yun Yi¡¯s widened eyes. Due to the swelling, his speech was slightly slurred and tinted with a whisper of anger. Pah¡­ Upon hearing Yun Yi¡¯s retort, Wang Xiao delivered another p, eyes narrowing, he coldly remarked, ¡°What consequence is it to me if I struck you?¡± The other side of Yun Yi¡¯s face now mirrored the first, appearing like two inted frogs at a nce. p. Dissatisfied, Wang Xiaonded another hit after his words. ¡°Thought you were formidable? Expecting me to kneel and bow?¡± Post the ps, Yun Yi¡¯s face resembled a swollen pig. Realizing resistance was futile and perilous, his eyes welled up, pleading, ¡°Big Brother, it¡¯s a misunderstanding. Please, have mercy.¡± Smack¡­ Wang Xiao was reveling in the assault, indifferent to Yun Yi¡¯s pleas. Raised in opulence, Yun Yi had soft skin, making striking him oddly satisfying. Wang Xiao, unrelenting, delivered another blow. ¡°Expecting me to hand over ten thousand yuan, are you?¡± After the altercation, Wang Xiao managed to rationalize his actions. The witnessing students were aghast, exchanging bewildered nces. Such mercilessness from this kid! Chapter 25 C25 ¨C Tong Waner Was Caught Wang Xiao didn¡¯t know how many ps he had given Yun Yi. When he was tired of the ps, Yun Yi in front of him had already lost his human form. He looked like a pig head, and his swollen mouth was full of saliva. ¡°Big pot, nest, the wrong nest¡­¡± Despite being struck so forcefully that it left him speechless, Yun Yi continued to implore Wang Xiao for leniency. His gaze appeared somewhat disoriented, and he seemed slightly bewildered. ¡°Realizing your mistake now won¡¯t change anything,¡± Wang Xiao remarked. Wang Xiao shook his head and wore a smile upon hearing this, refraining from further physical harm to Yun Yi. Instead, he addressed the stout man named Lin Hua, saying, ¡°Fatty, this matter is ultimately in your hands. I won¡¯t interfere with how you choose to handle it.¡± After uttering those words, he ced Yun Yi in front of Lin Hua. Contemting the defenseless Yun Yi before him, Lin Hua fell silent. He harbored deep resentment toward Yun Yi for stealing away the girl he cared for, even though that girl had deceived him for an entire year. ¡°Lin Hua, please don¡¯t harm him, spare him!¡± urged Jiajia at this moment. Jiajia sprang to Yun Yi¡¯s defense, extending her hand protectively and casting an anxious nce at Lin Hua. Witnessing the girl he cherished shielding another man in such a manner, Lin Hua experienced a pang of heartache. After a brief pause, he spoke to Jiajia and Yun Yi, saying, ¡°You two should leave!¡± Upon hearing this, Jiajia¡¯s lovely countenance instantly lit up with joy. She promptly assisted Yun Yi to his feet and departed from the square. The remaining associates also rose from the ground and followed suit. ¡°You let him go just like that?¡± Wang Xiao had already anticipated the oue, but he approached Lin Hua and inquired nheless. ¡°Let it be. My heart isn¡¯t in it anymore. What¡¯s the use of confronting him?¡± Lin Hua remarked. As Jiajia and the others departed, a trace of sorrow welled up in Lin Hua¡¯s eyes. In response to Wang Xiao¡¯s query, he shook his head and replied. ¡°It¡¯s great that you¡¯re content!¡± Wang Xiao refrained from saying much, recognizing that this matter belonged to someone else. In his shoes, he wouldn¡¯t have let that man off so easily. Once the audience realized the spectacle had ended, they too departed one by one. ¡°You mentioned that you¡¯re a student in the First Year of the Traditional Chinese Medicine program, correct?¡± Lin Hua swiftlyposed himself and questioned Wang Xiao. ¡°Yes, I was on my way to register.¡± Wang Xiao affirmed. ¡°Fantastic. I¡¯m also a freshman in the Traditional Chinese Medicine program. I wonder if we¡¯ll be assigned to the same dormitory. I¡¯ll apany you for the registration.¡± A glimmer of joy crossed Lin Hua¡¯s face as he extended the invitation to Wang Xiao. ¡°Alright,¡± Wang Xiao epted readily. With Lin Hua already registered and well-acquainted with the process, his assistance would undoubtedly streamline the procedure. ¡­¡­ Freshmen seemed to be everywhere at Forest City University. Crowds of people filled the campus, creating a veritable sea of students. With Lin Hua¡¯s guidance, Wang Xiao spent nearly an hourpleting all the necessary procedures. He clutched a bed pillow, his military training uniform, and various other items as he made his way to the dormitory building. ¡°It¡¯s the second week of military training just two weeks before the start of our freshman year at Forest City University. I¡¯ve heard that the military is sending instructors to train us, and it¡¯s going to be quite exhausting.¡± As they climbed the dormitory stairs, Lin Hua helped Wang Xiao carry his belongings while expressing his frustration. ¡°It¡¯s a shame that all the girls in military training seem so simr. It¡¯s hard to find a suitable partner.¡± Eventually, Lin Hua even resorted to pounding his head and stomping his feet in despair. ¡­¡­ Wang Xiao¡¯s lips curled slightly at the corner as he observed the situation. It had only been an hour since that pudgy guy¡¯s breakup, and now he was already contemting a new romantic endeavor. His rebound rate was astonishing. Soon enough, they reached the dormitory building designated for students of the Traditional Chinese Medicine System. Wang Xiao and Lin Hua were both enrolled in this system and shared the same ss. However, their assigned dormitories differed. It was Lin Hua and a second-year senior sister responsible for dormitory allocation who had some sort of connection. This is how Wang Xiao ended up with his current dormitory. Wang Xiao had no specific preferences for dormitory arrangements, so he allowed Lin Hua to handle it. ¡°Hey, guys,e on out! Ourst dorm mate has arrived.¡± Lin Hua forcefully pushed open the dormitory door and stepped inside, calling out to the two individuals within. Wang Xiao followed him, his gaze scanning the dormitory. It wasn¡¯t particrly spacious, with four beds on each side andputer desks underneath. A central aisle led to the balcony and the bathroom. The floor was littered with haphazardly strewn socks and clothes. This dormitory didn¡¯t resemble the typical living space of a freshman at all; it was more reminiscent of a sophomore¡¯s or junior¡¯s quarters. Two young men, engrossed in their video games, sat at separateputer desks in the dormitory. They turned their heads in response to themotion. ¡°Hey there, our final roommate is here! Fantastic! I¡¯m so hungry, we could all head out for a meal together.¡± One of the tall men said with a forthright smile. ¡°He possesses a certain level of handsomeness, but when Ipare myself to him, I can¡¯t help but acknowledge that he falls a bit short. So, I¡¯ll humorously bestow upon you the title of the second-most handsome guy in our dormitory.¡± The other good-looking young man, donned in stylish attire, also emitted a chuckle. His demeanor hinted at a well-off background. Both of them responded warmly to Wang Xiao¡¯s friendly disposition. After some conversation, Wang Xiao managed to learn their names. The tall individual went by Soong Ming, and considering his age, he held the senior position in the dorm. The other was known as Feng Lee, earning him the second-inmand status within the dormitory. Lin Hua exhibited a mature demeanor but was, in fact, the youngest among the quartet, ultimately holding the fourth position. Wang Xiao naturally settled into the third spot. ¡°Now that everyone from the dormitory is here, how about I treat us all to a meal today? What do you think?¡± After the trio assisted Wang Xiao in tidying up his bed, Wang Xiao responded with a smile. He harbored no grievances regarding the dormitory hierarchy; instead, he felt a strong sense of camaraderie. The three of them readily agreed. Shortly thereafter, the four of them arrived at a nearby eatery near the Forest City University¡¯s entrance. They selected a cozy restaurant and ced orders for several dishes, along with a few bottles of beer, then patiently awaited their meal. In no time, their ordered dishes were served. ¡°Before we dig in, let¡¯s raise our sses for a toast tomemorate the arrival of all our dormmates.¡± Soong Ming suggested as he uncorked a bottle of beer and held it aloft. Witnessing this, the other three also opened their beer bottles. ¡°May everyone enjoy a delightful meal tonight. Tomorrow morning, after the opening ceremony, we¡¯ll embark on our military training, and appetites might not be as robust,¡± Wang Xiao shared with a grin. Feng Lee also nodded and said. ¡°I want to find a girlfriend before the military training!¡± Lin Hua held the beer bottle tightly and said seriously. Soong Ming and Feng Leeughed when they heard him. Wang Xiao knew why Lin Hua said this. ¡°I have nothing to say. Let¡¯s do it!¡± Wang Xiao smiled faintly and changed the topic. After that, the four of them finished a bottle of beer in one go and started to eat. After drinking some wine, the rtionship between the four of them became much closer. They talked about things from all over the world, and the atmosphere was very harmonious. When they finished eating and drinking, it was already night. After paying, the four of them also supported each other and walked into the dormitory. Ding Ling¡­ Just as Wang Xiao and his threepanions were on the verge of returning to the school entrance, his phone unexpectedly rang. Retrieving his phone, he noticed that it was Tong Waner calling, prompting a warm smile to cross his face. It appeared that Tong Waner had alsopleted her formalities. She had located her dormitory and headed out for a meal with her roommate. ¡°Waner, what¡¯s the matter? It¡¯s only been half a day, and you¡¯re already missing me?¡± Wang Xiao inquired, a smile evident in his voice as the call connected. When Tong Waner answered, Wang Xiao¡¯s end of the line was graced with his infectious smile. ¡°Hehe, that¡¯s right, Wang Xiao. I¡¯ve been thinking about you for quite a while,¡± Tong Waner responded yfully. Unexpectedly, a cold and all-too-familiar chuckle emanated from the other end of the line, directed at Wang Xiao. ¡°Chen Jie?¡± Wang Xiao, who had been slightly inebriated, suddenly sobered up. Upon hearing the voice, his countenance darkened as he uttered in a frosty tone, ¡°What have you done to Tong Waner? Why do you have her phone?¡± ¡°Do you wish to find out?¡± Chen Jie responded, hisughter carrying an ominous edge. ¡°Hehe, you¡¯ll discover everything when you arrive at the paper mill in the northern part of Eastern City. You should hurry, or your fianc¨¦e might lose her innocence.¡± On the opposite end of the call, Chen Jie¡¯sughter took on an eerie and malevolent quality, his words dripping with icy cruelty. Wang Xiao¡¯s expression turned grim upon hearing this. He warned Chen Jie, his voice resolute, ¡°Chen Jie, I¡¯m cautioning you. If youy a finger on Tong Waner, I will ensure the entire Chen Group vanishes from existence!¡± ¡°Oh? Is that so? I¡¯m so scared.¡± On the opposite end of the call, Chen Jie let out a sinister chuckle, seemingly unfazed by Wang Xiao¡¯s words. Afterward, he terminated the call. ¡°You¡¯re inviting trouble!¡± A hurried voice echoed through the phone. Wang Xiao¡¯s gaze turned icy, his demeanor radiating a fierce determination. ¡°Boss, Second Brother, Fourth Brother, please return to the dormitory for now,¡± Wang Xiao instructed. Addressing Soong Ming, Feng Lee, and Lin Hua, Wang Xiao turned and conveyed his message. ¡°En, alright¡­¡± The trio was already inebriated, making it impossible for them to grasp Wang Xiao¡¯s words. They responded in a befuddled manner and staggered through a nearby door. Wang Xiao cast a brief nce at them before swiftly making his way to the manufacturing facility in the northern part of Eastern City. Chen Jie, exercise caution. Your fate may not be the only one hanging in the bnce! Chapter 26 C26 ¨C Your Luck Isn¡¯t Good Within the paper mill located in the northern part of Eastern City, a soft illumination emanated from the ceiling, casting a lengthy silhouette of a person upon the ground. Surrounding the paper mill, fewer than ten bodyguards conducted their patrols. In the midst of the mill, an area exuded steam andmotion. Positioned before a table, Chen Jie sat, atop which rested a simmering hot pot with tantalizingly sizzling meat. ¡°Young Master Chen, do you genuinely believe that Wang Xiao will make an appearance?¡± Seated across from Chen Jie, the bald gentleman inquired while tossing vegetables into the bubbling hot pot. ¡°Hehe, without a doubt, he¡¯lle. Tong Waner is his betrothed; he won¡¯t abandon her,¡± Chen Jie replied confidently. A cold smirk crept onto Chen Jie¡¯s face as he heard this. He picked up a slice of beef with his chopsticks, dipped it into the savory broth, and savored it as he spoke, ¡°Back at the KTVst time, I lost face in front of my high school buddies. This time, I absolutely can¡¯t let him get away with it!¡± Recalling the humiliation he endured at the karaoke, Chen Jie¡¯s body seemed ready to explode with anger, his pores tingling. ¡°Young Master Chen, ording to Chief Chen, once we¡¯ve captured this girl, you¡¯ll take her in. We¡¯ll handle the documentation and use it to pressure Tong Shan. Why don¡¯t we just¡­¡± At that moment, the bald man gestured toward the unconscious Tong Waner on the sofa, seeking rification from Chen Jie. Having followed Chen Peng for many years, the bald man was ustomed to swift and decisive actions, disliking prolonged affairs. He believed that lingering only led to moreplications. However, Chen Peng¡¯s son, Chen Jie, acted recklessly and impulsively, prioritizing his personal interests and fearing that any dy would lead to negative consequences. Before the bald man couldplete his thought, Chen Jie waved his hand, interrupting him. ¡°Fucking this bitch just like that. It will be hard for me to vent the hatred in my heart. I wanna fuck this bitch right in front of Wang Xiao when he arrives!¡± Chen Jie¡¯s eyes were cold, and a cruel smile hung on the corner of his mouth as he spoke. ¡°But¡­¡± The bald individual believed it was inappropriate to prolong the situation, so he couldn¡¯t resist voicing his concern. ¡°Don¡¯t fret, Uncle Baldie,¡± Chen Jie interjected, ¡°Aren¡¯t we still a formidable team? Wang Xiao is just one person. Can he really stand up to all of us?¡± Hearing this, the bald man fell into silence. The individuals they had brought along today were all skilled experts meticulously groomed by the Chen Group. They had received specialized training under Chen Peng to handle Tong Shan. However, today, they were apanying Chen Jie. Seeing Chen Jie¡¯s confidence, the bald individual refrained from furtherment. Another hour psed, and Chen Jie¡¯s hotpot was nearly finished. Wang Xiao had yet to make an appearance, and Chen Jie was starting to feel restless. ¡°Why hasn¡¯t Wang Xiao shown up yet? Could it be that he¡¯s too afraid?¡± Chen Jie¡¯s countenance darkened as he spoke in a low tone. ¡°Young Master Chen, have you noticed that our group seems to be missing a few members?¡± At that precise moment, the bald man approached Chen Jie with a grave expression and spoke in hushed tones. Initially, Chen Jie had assigned ten bodyguards to patrol the surroundings of the paper mill. Upon hearing the bald man¡¯s words, he quickly turned to inspect the situation. As expected, only five bodyguards remained within the paper mill. The other five, who had gone out to patrol, had not returned. ¡°How could this have happened? Where could those five individuals have gone?¡± Chen Jie¡¯s expression shifted slightly as he spoke with a deep sense of concern. If the five bodyguards outside had met with harm, there should have been somemotion. The five bodyguards from the Chen Family, who were stationed inside, also grew tense. They sensed that something was amiss and moved closer to Chen Jie, as if their intention was to safeguard him. Swoosh! Right at this moment, a sharp cold light suddenly appeared in the air and rushed towards one of the Chen Family¡¯s bodyguards. Puff! As the chilling luminescence coursed through his body, the Chen Family¡¯s protector slumped forward, his eyes widened, and his mouth agape. He wore the visage of one who had met his end in unending remorse. The four other guards belonging to the Chen Family stood aghast at this tableau, rushing forward to investigate. The sight of silver needles embedded in the fallen guard¡¯s form contorted their expressions into grimaces. ¡°Young Master Chen, he sumbed to a fatal silver needle assault,¡± uttered one of the Chen Family¡¯s protectors, anxiety coloring his voice. A nervous Chen Family guard addressed Chen Jie, saying, ¡°He¡¯s¡­he¡¯s gone, stabbed by a silver needle.¡± ¡°Dead? By a silver needle?¡± Chen Jie¡¯s countenance shifted abruptly upon witnessing the dire state of the fallen Chen Family protector. Confronted with the pitiable demise of theirrade, Chen Jie spoke in a panicked tone. ¡°Could it be that Wang Xiao hase?¡± The bald man¡¯s facial expression changed as he said in a deep voice. ¡°He hase?¡± Chen Jie¡¯s expression tensed when he heard this and spoke in a deep voice. The remaining four bodyguards stood in a triangle formation when they heard this. They protected Chen Jie as they vigntly looked at their surroundings. Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh! Right at this moment, another three sharp cold lights flew out and rushed towards the three Chen Family bodyguards from different directions. This time, the three Chen Family¡¯s bodyguards saw the trail of the cold lights, but they couldn¡¯t dodge because Chen Jie was right behind them. They could only use their arms to block in front of them. Bang! Bang! Bang! However, the moment these three silver needles hit the three bodyguards¡¯ arms, they pierced through their arms and pierced their hearts. ¡°Eh¡­¡± The trio of bodyguards employed by the Chen Family involuntarily let out simultaneous cries of shock. Their eyes widened, and their faces drained of color. Their pupils dted rapidly, and they sumbed, lifeless, copsing to the ground. Witnessing this horrifying sight, Chen Jie, the bald man, and the sole remaining bodyguard of the Chen Family were instantly seized by fear. ¡°Ah, they are all dead, all dead!¡± Thest surviving Chen Family bodyguard, upon beholding his four fallenrades, experienced a chilling pallor and a sense of panic. Moreover, he found himself inplete disarray, uncertain about the attackers¡¯ methods, the nature of their dread of death, and overwhelmed by the ensuing terror. His resolve shattered, and he abandoned his duty to protect Chen Jie. Instead, he turned tail and desperately sought an escape route from the paper mill. ¡°Where do you think you¡¯re going? Get back here!¡± Witnessing the Chen Family bodyguards deserting him to save themselves, Chen Jie¡¯s countenance darkened, and he let loose a stream of curses. Swoosh! Suddenly, an icy, piercing beam materialized out of thin air and streaked towards the Chen Family¡¯s bodyguard. Within moments, it had traversed his body, leaving him lifeless on the ground. As thest of the Chen Family¡¯s bodyguards met his demise, Chen Jie and the Bald Man¡¯s countenances grew chilly. Chen Jie was visibly perturbed, while the Bald Man stood in stunned disbelief. The extraordinary strength of Wang Xiao had taken them by surprise. ¡°Wang Xiao, if you possess any semnce of bravery, reveal yourself now. What kind of hero hides in the shadows?¡± Chen Jie¡¯s patience wore thin. His expression darkened as he bellowed toward the paper mill. His voice resonated powerfully throughout the vast paper mill, its volume both deafening and lingering. Tap, tap, tap¡­ At that very moment, faint footsteps echoed from beyond the paper factory¡¯s confines. The sounds were subdued but distinctly audible. Entering from the outside, a Handsome Man dressed casually moved with deliberate strides. His countenance remained impassive, while his sharp eyes bore into Chen Jie and the Bald Man with an icy intensity. Confronted by such a piercing gaze, Chen Jie and the Bald Man experienced an unsettling chill creeping down their spines, causing their hair to stand on end. ¡°You abducted my wife and coerced me into this situation. What manner of hero are you?¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s tone was calm as he slowly spoke. ¡°Wang Xiao, it really is you!¡± A cruel smile emerged on Chen Jie¡¯s face when he saw Wang Xiao. If Wang Xiao had remained concealed in the shadows, Chen Jie might have felt a slight unease. However, now that Wang Xiao had revealed himself, Chen Jie had devised a n to eliminate him! ¡°I despise those who exploit my loved ones to manipte me. You¡¯ve crossed a line by involving my woman and my brother!¡± Wang Xiao regarded Chen Jie with an icy demeanor and spoke in a solemn tone. ¡°Hmph, what difference does it make if I¡¯ve crossed your line? Do you genuinely believe you can escape unscathed today?¡± Chen Jie responded with a scornfulugh upon hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s words. While speaking, he snapped his fingers, causing numerous machete-wielding individuals to emerge swiftly from the darkness surrounding the paper mill. In the blink of an eye, Wang Xiao found himself entirely encircled. These machete-bearers exuded an intimidating aura, their keen eyes and determined expressions revealing their expertise in wielding such weapons. The calluses on their right hands bore witness to their mastery. ¡°Wang Xiao, these de-wielding men are Chen Group¡¯s secret weapons, carefully nurtured over three years. Originally intended for dealing with Tong Shan, you happen to be the first on their list.¡± Standing beside Chen Jie, the bald man cast a frigid nce at Wang Xiao, his eyes brimming with a murderous aura. ¡°Oh? Is that the case? I can¡¯t help but wonder if fortune isn¡¯t favoring you tonight. You¡¯ve worked diligently to raise a de Master, yet it seems all of you will meet your end at my hands tonight,¡± Wang Xiao remarked. Upon hearing this, Wang Xiao wore a faint smile as he responded. ¡°Hmph, Wang Xiao, no matter how formidable you may be, you¡¯re still just one individual. We¡¯ve got nearly thirty swordsmen here, each a skilledbatant capable of taking on ten of us. Aren¡¯t you concerned that your boasts might leave you tongue-tied?¡± The bald man, filled with disdain, retorted upon hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s words. He couldn¡¯t fathom Wang Xiao having the strength to confront thirty swordsmen simultaneously. ¡°Wang Xiao, rest assured. I won¡¯t end your life immediately. Instead, I¡¯ll have them sever your limbs, leaving you with half a life. You¡¯ll bear witness to how I im Tong Waner.¡± Chen Jie dered mischievously, his eyes filled with envy as he nced at the unconscious Tong Waner on the sofa. Wang Xiao responded with a sinister smile, saying, ¡°Excellent, excellent!¡± However, it was apparent to everyone that his smile concealed a burning desire for vengeance. Chen Jie had sessfully provoked him beyond measure! Tonight, whether it was Chen Jie or the Chen Group, their existence would be unnecessary. Chapter 27 C27 ¨C A Mysterious Woman ¡°Do it, as Young Master Chen says.¡± The baldy at the side also opened his mouth and said coldly. ¡°Yes!¡± Upon hearing this, the de-wielding individuals wore grim expressions and responded in low, serious tones. Without hesitation, they firmly grasped their machetes and advanced toward Wang Xiao. ¡°Then, let¡¯s do this!¡± Wang Xiao swiftly flipped his right hand, conjuring a machete into his grasp. The machete on one of his opponents vanished without a trace. Nobody could discern when Wang Xiao had struck and swiped the machete from his adversaries. Bang! Wang Xiao¡¯s body surged forward, closing in on the men wielding the knives before him. His movements resembled a sinuous dragon plunging into the sea, deftly weaving between the ded assants. A razor-sharp de resembled a delicate snowke, blossoming amidst the melee. Subsequently, that beautiful snowke also bloomed with a vivid shade of red. ¡°Ah¡­¡± The right hand of one of the sabermen was chopped off and immediately cried out in pain. The arm that was chopped off was still holding a machete, looking very horrifying. Wang Xiao didn¡¯t stop because of this. As he swung the machete in his hand, there would always be a swordsman who was cut. Blood kept gushing out. In front of Wang Xiao, these experts who had been carefully trained by the Chen Group were like tofu that could be cut into pieces with a single sh. In just a few blinks of an eye, nearly thirty de hands of the Chen Family in the paper mill were cut and fell to the ground. The machetes were thrown to the ground one after another. It was a mess. Wang Xiao, on the other hand, was like a god of ughter. He stood in the crowd. The machete in his hand was covered with blood. Drops of blood dripped down along the edge of the machete and slowly dripped onto the ground. ¡°How, how is this possible? How could the swordsmen of the Chen Family be cut down so easily?¡± Seeing this unbelievable scene, Chen Jie¡¯s eyes widened slightly and eximed. Both of his legs felt weak. Even though he had seen a lot of big scenes, when he saw the broken limbs all over the ground, he felt his stomach churn, as if he was about to vomit. ¡°Chen Jie, I warned you not to harass Tong Waner again in the KTV. Otherwise, the consequences would be very serious. Since you know your mistake, you can¡¯t me me.¡± Wang Xiao held the machete in his hand and slowly turned around. He looked at Chen Jie and said in a cold tone. A fierce killing intent spread out from his body. Obviously, he wanted to kill Chen Jie. When Chen Jie heard this, he felt Wang Xiao¡¯s sharp eyes. His body trembled and he took a few steps back.¡± ¡°Wang Xiao, if you want to kill Young Master Chen, you have to get past me!¡± At this time, the baldy blocked Chen Jie¡¯s path. He stared at Wang Xiao with a solemn expression and said in a deep voice. This young man was indeed not an ordinary person. His skill was so terrifying that even he couldn¡¯t fight thirty de artists by himself. However, since things hade to this point, the baldy could only brace himself and attack. ¡°Uncle Bald Man, be careful!¡± Seeing Bald Man blocking in front of him, Chen Jie felt slightly relieved. Bald Man was the same as those swordsmen, they were all ouws who were taken in by his father. However, Bald Man was the strongest, so he became his father¡¯s right-hand man! ¡°You can¡¯t stop me!¡± Wang Xiao nced at the baldy and said faintly. ¡°How would I know if I don¡¯t try?¡± The baldy said in a deep voice. This time, he no longer looked down on Wang Xiao because he knew that Wang Xiao had such strength! ¡°Thene!¡± Wang Xiao didn¡¯t waste any time. He gripped the machete in his hand and moved his body, shing at the bald man. So fast! Seeing Wang Xiao¡¯s movement, the baldy¡¯s expression changed. He instinctively grabbed the machete in his hand and blocked the attack. But at this time, Wang Xiao had already appeared behind him, and the way they held the machete did not change. ¡°You¡¯ve lost.¡± A few secondster, Wang Xiao¡¯s faint voice rang in the baldy¡¯s ears. ¡°Er¡­¡± A blood ne made of blood beads appeared on the baldy¡¯s neck, and his vision began to blur. A sense of helplessness suddenly surged in his heart, and the machete in his hand fell to the ground. He felt that his eyelids were getting heavier and heavier, and he slowly closed them. Finally, he lost consciousness. ¡°Uncle Baldy!¡± Seeing that even Uncle Baldy was dead, Chen Jie¡¯s eyes were filled with fear, and his entire body trembled. ¡°Don¡¯t look too ugly. You will die with him soon. After you die, I will send your father down to apany you.¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s lips curved up into a smile. He looked at Chen Jie and said softly. As he spoke, he slowly walked towards Chen Jie. Chen Jie had already crossed his bottom line. This kind of person deserved to die! ¡°No, you can¡¯t kill me. I am Young Master Chen of Chen Group. If you kill me with your key, my father won¡¯t let you go.¡± Chen Jie kept stepping back. He looked at Wang Xiao nervously. Suddenly, he tripped and fell backwards. He turned around and saw Tong Waner, who had fainted, tripped on the sofa. Chen Jie¡¯s eyes lit up. He hesitated. He grabbed Tong Waner¡¯s neck and blocked in front of him. He said to Wang Xiao in a cold voice, ¡°Wang Xiao, don¡¯te over, or I will strangle her!¡± ¡°Let her go, and I will give you a full corpse!¡± Seeing Chen Jie using Tong Waner to threaten him, Wang Xiao¡¯s face darkened. He said to Chen Jie in a domineering tone. ¡°Humph, are you trying to scare me? If worstes to worst, we will die together. Let me go, I will let her go, or else¡­¡± Chen Jie¡¯s expression was ferocious. He smiled sinisterly at Wang Xiao. He had no way out anyway. At most, it would be a life and death struggle. ¡°Alright, I¡¯ll let you go, you let her go!¡± Wang Xiao wore a somber expression. Eventually, he cast the machete aside and addressed Chen Jie in a deep, solemn tone. Seeing Wang Xiao drop the de, a smirk curled on Chen Jie¡¯s lips. He clutched Tong Waner¡¯s neck and departed the paper mill with deliberate steps. Wang Xiao remained rooted in ce, his gaze locked onto Chen Jie. He made no attempt to pursue. As Chen Jie reached the paper mill¡¯s gate and caught sight of the waiting jeep outside, jubtion overcame him. Once he entered that vehicle, Wang Xiao¡¯s capacity to menace him would be nullified! ¡°Hehe, Wang Xiao, you¡¯re too soft-hearted. Wait for the day when the Chen Group seeks vengeance after my escape!¡± With a taunting tone, he flung Tong Waner aside and derided Wang Xiao. After those words, he turned swiftly, preparing to leap into the off-road vehicle. But would Wang Xiao let Chen Jie escape so easily? Swoosh! Wang Xiao flipped his hands and several silver needles appeared in his hands. He flicked his fingers and these silver needles turned into several cold lights that rushed towards Chen Jie¡¯s back. Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh! The sharp cold light was like a bullet that came out of the barrel. In an instant, it pierced through Chen Jie¡¯s back, went through his chest, and nailed onto the windshield of the off-road vehicle. ¡°I, I actually forgot that I still have this move.¡± Chen Jie¡¯s eyes widened, his face pale. He stared nkly at the silver needle on the off-road vehicle¡¯s windshield, and said with a trembling voice. He could feel his life force rapidly slipping away. A sense of powerlessness quickly swallowed his body. Bang! Finally, Chen Jie fell on the empty ground in front of the jeep. His life force waspletely gone. ¡°Like I said, you will die today. I will do as I say!¡± Wang Xiao slowly came to Chen Jie¡¯s corpse. He nced at Chen Jie indifferently and said in a t tone. He turned around and helped Tong Waner up. After checking her, he saw that Tong Waner was not hurt. He picked her up and decided to leave first. ¡­¡­ Following Wang Xiao¡¯s departure with Tong Waner, a mysterious figure suddenly emerged in the darkness outside the paper factory. Dressed in leather attire and pants, the figure possessed an alluring silhouette. Her visage remained concealed behind a ckce mask, yet her lofty nose, crimson lips, and delicate oval face hinted at her striking beauty. ¡°Honestly, every time she leaves a mess for Bengong to clean up, Young Lord never ceases to be a cause for concern!¡± The beautiful figure murmured to herself, her expression registering discontent as she peered in the direction Wang Xiao had departed. Despite her dissatisfaction, she gracefully made her way toward the paper mill on her lithe jade legs. ¡°How can so many transgressors who have defied the king and queen still be alive?¡± Upon entering the paper mill, her beautiful eyes, reminiscent of ck gemstones, fixated on those grievously wounded. However, the lone survivor with a knife injury retorted indifferently, ¡°Then I shall send you to hell to atone for your sins!¡± ¡°This woman wants our lives, we¡¯ll fight her to the death!¡± A few de Masters who were not seriously injured got up from the ground and also noticed the beautiful woman. After hearing her words, their faces slightly changed and they cried out in rm. They quickly picked up the de from the ground. Although their right hand had been chopped off by Wang Xiao, and they could only hold the de with their left hand, theirbat strength was still half of their usual strength. ¡°Hehe, you think you can fight me with your lives? If it wasn¡¯t for the fact that you don¡¯t want the king to know about my existence, I would have killed you all before the king came!¡± The beautiful woman smiled indifferently. After she finished speaking, a ck short scale appeared in her hand. With a sway of her body, she disappeared from where she stood like a ghost. In the next second, a ck figure appeared among them. Pooh! Pooh! Pooh! A multitude of ebony de streaks streaked through the air, apanied by the gruesome sound of these des prating flesh. A crimson ne of blood materialized around the necks of the wounded de wielders. Their eyes and mouths were agape in shock. Without uttering a word, they copsed lifelessly to the ground. The captivating woman cast an indifferent gaze upon the lifeless bodies strewn across the floor. From her bosom, she retrieved a jade vial, calmly pouring its contents over the corpses. In an instant, every body in the paper mill liquefied into a pool of blood, including Chen Jie¡¯s remains. Subsequently, she pivoted and exited the paper mill, vanishing into the darkness. Chapter 28 C28 ¨C Breaking into the Chen Corporation On the street, a handsome young man in casual clothes was walking slowly with a beautiful girl in his arms. The beautiful girl¡¯s face was pale, and her long eyshes were tightly shut, as if she had fainted. ¡°Mm¡­ Where is this ce?¡± At this moment, Tong Waner, who was in Wang Xiao¡¯s arms, slowly opened her starry eyes and murmured. ¡°Waner, you are awake?¡± After seeing Tong Waner wake up, a smile appeared on Wang Xiao¡¯s face as he said. Tong Waner was stunned for a few seconds. When she saw that it was Wang Xiao who was hugging her, a look of joy appeared on her face. She wrapped her snow-white arms around Wang Xiao¡¯s neck and said excitedly, ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao!¡± After saying that, she seemed to recall what happened before she fainted. Tears could not help but flow out from the corners of her eyes. She cried with grievance, ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao, I was tricked by Chen Jie from the school. Then he forcefully pulled me into the car and knocked me out. He said as long as he got me, his father¡¯s Tong Group¡­ I can only listen to his father¡¯s words obediently.¡± The more she thought about it, the heavier the sobbing tone in Tong Waner¡¯s voice became, as if she had just received a huge shock. ¡°Waner, don¡¯t worry. It¡¯s fine now. I have already taken care of Chen Jie. He won¡¯t bully you anymore in the future.¡± Wang Xiao patted Tong Waner¡¯s shoulder andforted her with a smile. Hisughter seemed to have an invisible magic that made people feel at ease. The fear on Tong Waner¡¯s pretty face faded a lot. She leaned in Wang Xiao¡¯s arms. When she heard Wang Xiao¡¯s words, she could not help asking, ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao, what did you do to Chen Jie?¡± ¡°Of course I made him disappear from this world.¡± Wang Xiao faintly said to Tong Waner. ¡°Huh? Chen Jie is dead? What should we do then? He isn¡¯t an ordinary man. Chen Jie¡¯s father will never let us go, and the Chen Group is so huge¡­¡± Tong Waner¡¯s pretty face changed slightly when she heard this. She said to Wang Xiao with a worried expression. Before she finished speaking, she was interrupted by Wang Xiao with a wave of his hand. Wang Xiao smiled faintly and said to Tong Waner, ¡°Waner, do you know how many people there are in the entire Hua Xia?¡± ¡°How many people are there in the whole of Huaxia?¡± Tong Waner heard this and could not help but be stunned. Although she didn¡¯t know why Wang Xiao suddenly asked this, after thinking for a moment, she still said, ¡°There seems to be 1.4 billion people, right?¡± ¡°It¡¯s bad!¡± Wang Xiao shook his head and smiled. His clear eyes stared at Tong Waner and said seriously, ¡°In my eyes, there are only three people in China. You, me, and¡­ the others!¡± The others! Swoosh! Tong Waner¡¯s pretty face immediately turned red when she heard Wang Xiao¡¯s words. Her charming eyes turned left and right shyly, and her small heart started beating rapidly. There were only three people in this world. You, me, the others¡­ Big Brother Wang Xiao, is this a confession? Disgusting, so embarrassing! ¡°So, for someone like Chen Jie, if he dies, so be it. As for the Chen Group¡­¡± At this moment, Wang Xiao spoke again. At this point, a sharp light appeared in his eyes. His tone became cold and dense. ¡°They havee to find trouble with me again and again, and they even want to take my woman¡¯s life. If I let them go, then I don¡¯t deserve to be called Wang Xiao. Tonight, I will make the Chen Group disappear!¡± ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao, what do you want?¡± Hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s words, Tong Waner also woke up from her shy mood. She nervously said to Wang Xiao, fearing that Wang Xiao would do something stupid. ¡°Waner, don¡¯t worry. It will be over soon.¡± At this time, Wang Xiao had already carried Tong Waner to the front of the Chen Group¡¯s building. He looked at the bodyguards in front of the Chen Group and said faintly. It was alreadyte at night. There were very few people walking in front of the Chen Group¡¯s building. Only dozens of Chen Family¡¯s bodyguards were patrolling at the entrance. It seemed that the security was very tight. ¡°Kid, who are you? Don¡¯t you know that after ten o¡¯clock at night, no one is allowed to approach this ce?¡± At this time, a Chen n bodyguard also noticed Wang Xiao and Tong Waner. He walked over and said coldly. ¡°Is Chen Peng here?¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s expression was indifferent as he asked the Chen family¡¯s bodyguard. ¡°Why are you looking for Chief Chen? It¡¯s already past the guest time, hurry up and get lost.¡± When the Chen family¡¯s bodyguard heard that Wang Xiao was looking for their CEO, his face instantly darkened, and he cautiously said to Wang Xiao. ¡°So, Chen Peng is really in the building? I was worried that I would miss the opportunity. Since you won¡¯t let me in, then I can only force my way in.¡± When Wang Xiao heard this, the corner of his mouth raised slightly as he said with a smile. ¡°What do you want to do?¡± When he heard Wang Xiao say he wanted to barge in, the Chen family¡¯s bodyguard¡¯s face tightened. He had already taken out a security baton in his hand and was staring at Wang Xiao. ¡°Waner, do you still have the strength to walk?¡± Wang Xiao didn¡¯t pay attention to the Chen family¡¯s bodyguard. Instead, he asked Tong Waner, who was in his arms. ¡°Yes, I can.¡± Tong Waner hurriedly nodded when she heard this. ¡°Then hold my hand. We will go in togetherter. I will protect you.¡± Wang Xiao put Tong Waner down and held her hand as he smiled faintly. ¡°Ah?¡± Tong Waner was also shocked when she heard Wang Xiao¡¯s words. Big Brother Wang Xiao actually wanted to bring her into the Chen Group. This, this was too¡­ This was too exciting, wasn¡¯t it? ¡°Kid, I¡¯m asking you a question. Are you deaf?¡± When he saw Wang Xiao ignore him, the Chen family¡¯s bodyguard¡¯s face turned furious, and he angrily shouted at Wang Xiao. The security guard in his hand smashed the school¡¯s head with the baton in his hand. ¡°Ah, Big Brother Wang Xiao, be careful!¡± Seeing the actions of the Chen family¡¯s bodyguard, Tong Waner¡¯s pretty face changed and she screamed. Bang! In an instant, a ck shadow was kicked flying, and after it spun 360 degrees in midair, it fell to the ground. Wang Xiao also slowly withdrew his right foot. He nced at the Chen n bodyguard who had fainted from the kick and coldly said, ¡°Brother is talking. Why are you interrupting? You¡¯re courting death!¡± So handsome! Tong Waner couldn¡¯t help but turn into a little girl when she saw Wang Xiao¡¯s cool and handsome kick. Her eyes lit up and she sighed in her heart. As expected of her fianc¨¦. Even when he hit someone, he was still so handsome. ¡°En, there are enemies. Surround them!¡± At this moment, the surrounding bodyguards of the Chen n noticed themotion here as well. When they saw one of the bodyguards was beaten up, their faces sank, and they shouted in unison. In the blink of an eye, these guards of the Chen n had surrounded Wang Xiao. Their eyes were sharp and icy cold, and they were about to make a move. ¡°Waner, you must hold my handter, because you will discover something very excitingter on.¡± Wang Xiao turned his head and smiled at Tong Waner as he spoke. ¡°Something very exciting?¡± Tong Waner didn¡¯t understand what Wang Xiao meant when she saw the Chen family¡¯s bodyguards were already holding security sticks. They waved at them, but their expressions changed and they cried out in shock, ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao, what should we do?¡± In the next second, Tong Waner felt a forceing from the small hand that was holding Wang Xiao¡¯s hand. It pulled her over and her right leg kicked out under Wang Xiao¡¯s control. Bang, bang, bang¡­ In the blink of an eye, a few of the Chen family¡¯s bodyguards were kicked to the ground by Tong Waner. ¡°These people were all dealt with by me?¡± Tong Waner¡¯s face was full of surprise when she saw the three Chen family¡¯s bodyguards that she had killed. Before she could rejoice, another few Chen family¡¯s bodyguards attacked her. ¡°Waner, continue!¡± At this moment, Wang Xiao¡¯s voice rang in Tong Waner¡¯s ears once again. Immediately after, Tong Waner rxed her entire body. Under Wang Xiao¡¯s control, her hands and feet went towards the surrounding Chen family bodyguards. Bang! Bang! Bang! One after another, dull sounds of collisions rang out in the air. It was as if the two of them were dancing as they held hands and danced among the crowd. However, every time they moved their hands and feet, a few Chen n bodyguards would be sent flying. When the dance ended, the empty space in front of the Chen Group¡¯s building was already filled with Chen n bodyguards who were crying out in pain. ¡°These¡­ these people, were they all killed by me?¡± Tong Waner panted as she looked at the injured Chen Family bodyguards on the ground and spoke excitedly. ¡°Waner, isn¡¯t it very exciting?¡± Wang Xiao also grinned and said to Tong Waner. ¡°Yes, it is too exciting. Waner is so happy.¡± Tong Waner nodded her head repeatedly and her pretty face was full of excitement. She said, ¡°I didn¡¯t think that one day, I would also be able to fight side by side with Big Brother Wang Xiao.¡± Tonight¡¯s experience would be deeply engraved in Tong Waner¡¯s heart. She would never forget it in this lifetime. ¡°Let¡¯s go. Chen Peng should be inside.¡± Wang Xiao held Tong Waner¡¯s hand and said with a smile. ¡°Yes!¡± After this battle, Tong Waner was not as scared as before. She nodded at Wang Xiao with confidence. As long as Big Brother Wang Xiao was there, she would be fine. Both of them held hands and walked towards the Chen Group building as if they were taking a stroll. Chapter 29 C29 ¨C Forest City Chu Family ?In the executive office atop the Chen Group building, Chen Peng sat at his desk, his expression grave. A wave of anxiety washed over him. ¡°Why is it sote and still no sign of Little Jie and Baldy? Could something have happened?¡± he murmured, his face etched with concern. He had tasked Chen Jie with leading Baldy and thirty of thepany¡¯s trained swordsmen to abduct Tong Waner, hoping to force Tong Shan¡¯s hand by presenting him with a fait apli. By all ounts, they should have been back by now. Their dy was troubling. ¡°Your son, always chasing after beauty¡ªI bet he¡¯s got Soft Jade in his arms by now and has forgotten all else,¡± sneered a tanned middle-aged man lounging on the office sofa, sipping tea. ¡°Chu Yang, if you¡¯re not going to get involved with my business with the Tong Group, then save your bitingments,¡± Chen Peng retorted with a slight frown, his voice icy. He was well aware that Chu Yang was more powerful, but he showed no fear. ¡°Chen Peng, the Chu Family never said we wouldn¡¯t help you against the Tong Group. But about the annual profits we discussed¡ªshouldn¡¯t you be giving us an extra twenty percent?¡± Chu Yang said casually, his hands open in a gesture of indifference. ¡°Twenty percent? That¡¯s excessive, don¡¯t you think? I already pay the Chu Family thirty percent of my profits each year,¡± Chen Peng replied, his brow furrowing as he spoke with a chill in his voice. Chen Peng, remember that the Chen Group¡¯s foothold in Forest City¡¯s Eastern District is all thanks to the Chu Family¡¯s backing. Without our support, do you think yourpany would be where it is today?¡± Chu Yang said with a coldugh, his disdain for Chen Peng evident. ¡°You ought to remember where your wateres from when you drink it. Surely you understand that much.¡± At Chu Yang¡¯s words, Chen Peng¡¯s face grew darker, his fists clenched as anger roiled within him. Despite the audacity of his demand, Chu Yang¡¯s point wasn¡¯t without merit. A decade ago, he was nothing more than a destitute man eking out a living. Without the Chu Family of Forest City recognizing his talent and supporting him to establish the Chen Group in Eastern City, he wouldn¡¯t be where he is today. The catch, though, was that he had to contribute 30% of his profits to the Chu Family annually. As the Chen Group flourished, that 30% grew increasingly substantial. Unexpectedly, the group¡¯s swift expansion caught the covetous eyes of some direct descendants within the Chu Family. Chu Yang, acting as a spokesperson for one of the factions, arrived at the Chen Group that evening with a bold request for Chen Peng to surrender half of the profits. It was unthinkable for Chen Peng toply. ¡°Let¡¯s be clear, giving up half of our profits is out of the question. The Chen Group needs those funds for operations and liquidity,¡± Chen Peng stated firmly, locking eyes with Chu Yang. Chu Yang¡¯s reaction was calm, betraying a sense of foreknowledge of Chen Peng¡¯s refusal. Yet, he remained patient, confident that Chen Peng would soon see things his way. Suddenly, the office door was violently kicked open, and a man and a woman strode in. ¡°Who dares to barge into my office?¡± Chen Peng, already in a foul mood, was incensed by the intrusion. But his anger turned to shock upon recognizing the neers. ¡°Wang Xiao? What brings you here?¡± It wasn¡¯t just Wang Xiao¡¯s presence that startled him, but also that of Tong Waner at his side. If Waner was here, it meant something had happened to Chen Jie and the others¡­ ¡°Wang Xiao, what have you done with Little Jie and Baldy?¡± Chen Peng demanded, his voice tense. ¡°Looks like I¡¯ve interrupted something. Gotpany?¡± Wang Xiao remarked casually, casting a nce at the dark-skinned middle-aged man seated on the sofa, a smirk ying on his lips. ¡°Go ahead, don¡¯t mind me. I¡¯ll just be a fly on the wall. The Chu Family won¡¯t be getting involved in the Tong Group¡¯s affairs for now.¡± Chu Yang heard Wang Xiao¡¯s words and offered a faint smile in response. He hade here tonight well aware of the longstanding feud between the Tong and Chen Groups. The actions of Chen Jie and his associates weremon knowledge among the various factions of the Chu Family. Wang Xiao¡¯s eyebrows lifted slightly at Chu Yang¡¯s remark. Meanwhile, Tong Waner gasped in surprise, ¡°You¡¯re a member of the Chu Family from Forest City?¡± ¡°Indeed, you are the Tong Group¡¯s heiress, to recognize the Chu Family of Forest City,¡± Chu Yang said, casting a nce at Tong Waner, his smile tinged with mild amusement. She was quite the beauty; it was no wonder Chen Jie, the young master of the Chen Group, was so captivated by her. ¡°Waner, is the Chu Family from Forest City really that influential?¡± Wang Xiao asked, intrigued by Chu Yang¡¯s air of pride. ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao, the Chu Family is one of the four major families in Forest City. They made their fortune in the Eastern City, with their enterprises spanning the entire district. They¡¯re a dominant force in the Eastern City, to say the least,¡± Tong Waner murmured to Wang Xiao, her voiceced with awe. Chu Yang¡¯s lips curled into a slight smile. His keen hearing allowed him to catch every word of Tong Waner¡¯s praise. Standing a little taller, he wore his pride openly. ¡°Oh, is that so?¡± Wang Xiao responded, his demeanor nonchnt. Chu Yang¡¯s eyes suddenly bulged in disbelief at Wang Xiao¡¯s reaction. How could this young man remain soposed? He was, after all, in the presence of a representative from one of Forest City¡¯s most prestigious families. Most people would be overwhelmed with respect, unable to meet his gaze. ¡°Wang Xiao, I¡¯m talking to you. Where have my son Chen Jie and Baldy gone?¡± Chen Peng demanded, his face contorted with rage as he felt ignored in favor of Chu Yang. ¡°Oh, your son? He¡¯s dead. And your henchmen are likely not far behind,¡± Wang Xiao replied, turning to face Chen Peng with a casual indifference, as if discussing the most mundane of facts. Chu Yang¡¯s eyebrows shot up at the news. The Chen Group¡¯s thirty meticulously trained de experts had all been dispatched by this youngster? Clearly, this guy¡¯s abilities were no joke. ¡°What? Little Jie is dead?¡± Chen Peng¡¯s face contorted with shock upon hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s words, as if he¡¯d been struck by lightning. He stood rooted to the spot, eyes bulging in disbelief. After a moment, his expression twisted into a snarl. With an icy re at Wang Xiao and Tong Waner, he hissed, ¡°You¡¯ve killed Little Jie. I¡¯ll make sure you both go down with him!¡± No sooner had the words left his mouth than Chen Peng sprang into action. Despite his bulk, he leaped forward with wed hands, lunging for Wang Xiao¡¯s throat. ¡°Who knew you had it in you?¡± Wang Xiao remarked, a flicker of surprise in his eyes, followed by a chuckle. He showed no sign of backing down. Releasing Tong Waner¡¯s hand, his right fist rocketed towards Chen Peng¡¯s iing ws. Their fist and w met with a thunderous crash. Bang! A muffled thud echoed through the air, quickly seeded by the crisp snap of breaking bones. Wang Xiao¡¯s punch shattered all five of Chen Peng¡¯s fingers. Unrelenting, his fist continued its trajectory, mming into Chen Peng¡¯s chest. Puff! Blood spurted from Chen Peng¡¯s mouth as he was hurled backward, mming into the mahogany desk which splintered under the impact. Hisplexion turned ashen, his breathing feeble. ¡°Your moves might work on the average person, but against me, it¡¯s just your bad luck,¡± Wang Xiao said coolly, retracting his fist and fixing Chen Peng with an indifferent gaze. ¡°Cough¡­ Chu Yang, are you just going to sit there and watch me get thrashed? I promised you half the profits, but you¡¯ve got to earn it by taking out these two,¡± Chen Peng rasped, clutching his chest and coughing. His eyes, dark with anger, turned to Chu Yang, who was still calmly sipping his tea. Chen Peng¡¯s expression darkened further as he spat out the words through clenched teeth. ¡°Chen Peng, had you agreed sooner, you wouldn¡¯t have had to endure this torment,¡± Chu Yang said, his voice tinged with a knowing calmness. A faint smile yed on his lips as he regarded Chen Peng, who seemed to have anticipated his acquiescence. Chu Yang set down his teacup and rose from the sofa, his gaze shifting to Wang Xiao. ¡°It appears you¡¯re not just a bystander, but his aplice,¡± he observed. Wang Xiao met Chu Yang¡¯s gaze, a cold smirk crossing his face. ¡°Heh, what can I do? The Chen Group is willing to concede fifty percent of their profits. If the Tong Group were as generous with the Chu Family, we¡¯d be more than willing to help you swallow up the Chen Group¡ªTong Group¡¯s dear son-inw.¡± With a shrug and a look of feigned helplessness, Chu Yang addressed Wang Xiao. Chen Peng¡¯s expression darkened at these words; Chu Yang¡¯s message was clear:ply with the Chu Family¡¯s demands for profits, or they would find another group to support and take over hispany. ¡°Concede fifty percent of the profits? Ha! Even if I did control the Tong Group, which I don¡¯t, I wouldn¡¯t give the Chu Family of Forest City a single cent,¡± Wang Xiao retorted, his voiceced with contempt. The room fell into a stunned silence at his bold deration. Wang Xiao had just brazenly challenged the Chu Family¡ªwas he seeking his own demise? ¡°So, it seems my only option is to side with the Chen Group,¡± Chu Yang concluded, his brows knitting together as a fierce killing intent emanated from him, his stare fixed unyieldingly on Wang Xiao. It was clear¡ªhe was contemting murder. OR download the app directly?? Chapter 30 C30 ¨C You¡¯re Too Slow! ¡°Do you really have the strength?¡± Wang Xiao responded to Chu Yang¡¯s challenge with an unruffled demeanor, his gaze steady and dismissive, as if Chu Yang¡¯s words were of no consequence. ¡°Let¡¯s find out then!¡± Chu Yang¡¯s eyes narrowed fiercely as he dered in a deep voice. Without hesitation, his fist clenched, his figure sprang into action, and he charged at Wang Xiao,unching an attack before Wang Xiao had any chance to respond. Chu Yang closed the distance with incredible speed. In just a moment, he was upon Wang Xiao. Whoosh¡­ His powerful fist sliced through the air, streaking toward Wang Xiao like a shooting star. ¡°Ah, Big Brother Wang Xiao, watch out!¡± Tong Waner, witnessing the scene unfold, her face washed with shock and concern, cried out to Wang Xiao. ¡°Don¡¯t worry, Waner. He¡¯s no match for me.¡± Wang Xiao remainedposed, shing a reassuring smile at Tong Waner as he casually extended his right hand, seemingly ready to catch Chu Yang¡¯s punch. ¡°Haha, such arrogance from the youth. Chu Yang is renowned among the Chu Family¡¯s younger generation, and yet you dare to im he¡¯s no threat?¡± Chen Peng, having recovered from the wreckage of the shattered desk and spat out a mouthful of blood, now breathed more easily. He sneered at Wang Xiao¡¯s confidence. Chu Yang¡¯s demeanor might have been nonchnt and dismissive, but that didn¡¯t mean hecked strength. ¡°Young man, you managed to defeat Chen Peng, which means you¡¯re not without skill. But you¡¯re still not in my league.¡± Chu Yang noticed Wang Xiao¡¯s outstretched hand and his lips curled into a slight sneer as he spoke coolly. His eyes turned vicious as he spoke, and his fist thundered down upon Wang Xiao¡¯s right palm. Crack¡­ The crisp sound of breaking bones echoed suddenly. Against all expectations, it wasn¡¯t Wang Xiao¡¯s palm that was shattered, but Chu Yang¡¯s own fist. His expression twisted in shock and disbelief as he stared at his broken hand, a surge of excruciating pain radiating from the injury. The pain was intense. My hand! How could his palm be so incredibly hard? Chu Yang¡¯splexion turned an ashen hue as two thoughts shed through his mind. His punch had felt like it collided with an imprable wall. As a result, the ¡°wall¡± remained intact, while the bones in his fingers shattered. ¡°Why are your hands so tough? Have you been training in Iron Sand Palm?¡± Chu Yang swiftly backed away, eyeing Wang Xiao with a wary look, his voice grave. In his mind, such hardness was characteristic of the Iron Sand Palm technique. ¡°Iron Sand Palm? Why would I bother with such a pointless technique?¡± Wang Xiao responded with a scornful chuckle and a dismissive shake of his head. Chu Yang¡¯s brow furrowed at Wang Xiao¡¯s response. Wang Xiao¡¯s hands were smooth,cking the rough calluses typical of someone who had trained in Iron Sand Palm. ¡°Enough, I¡¯ve already given you one free shot. Now it¡¯s my turn.¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s interest in toying with Chu Yang had waned. He spoke indifferently, his gaze fixed on Chu Yang. Swoosh! In an instant, Wang Xiao¡¯s figure blurred, vanishing from sight. ¡°Such incredible speed!¡± Chu Yang¡¯s face contorted with rm at the sight of Wang Xiao¡¯s swift movement. Just then, a chilling breeze and the looming presence of a shadow behind him signaled danger. ¡°You¡¯re too slow!¡± The serene voice echoed from behind Chu Yang. Damn! Chu Yang¡¯s face twisted in panic, his reflexes sharp as he spun, his fistshing out behind him. Bang! But before he could fully turn, a formidable force struck his back with a thunderous impact. Puff¡­ Blood spurted from Chu Yang¡¯s mouth as he was hurled backward, mming into the office door. In an instant, Chu Yang shattered the door, sending splinters of wood scattering in disarray. Hiss¡­ Witnessing Wang Xiao¡¯s astonishing kick, Chen Peng inhaled sharply, his eyes bulging with amazement. ¡°Is Chu Yang, one of the Chu Family¡¯s finest in Forest City, truly no match for Wang Xiao?¡± Chu Yang didn¡¯te to a halt after demolishing the office door. He continued his uncontrolled trajectory, crashing into the corridor wall with a resounding thud that seemed to shake the entire Chen Group building, trembling like an earthquake, even the saplings outside. ¡°Cough cough¡­¡± Chu Yang struggled to rise from the ground, his breath feeble. He coughed lightly, expelling the congealed blood from his mouth. Then, his gaze fixed on Wang Xiao with a cold, vengeful intensity. ¡°Wang Xiao, the Chu Family from Forest City won¡¯t let this slide. You just wait!¡± he spat out through clenched teeth. With those final words, he spun on his heel and bolted for the staircase. ¡°Big talk for someone who¡¯s running away,¡± Wang Xiao sneered, shaking his head dismissively. He then turned to Chen Peng with a detached look in his eyes. ¡°Chen Peng, yourst line of defense has taken off. No one¡¯s here to save you now. Time to join your son.¡± Chen Peng¡¯s face drained of color as he watched Chu Yang beaten into retreat. Wang Xiao¡¯s words only cemented his despair, leaving him utterly defeated. Chu Yang had been sent packing, and Chen Peng stood no chance against the likes of Wang Xiao. With a chilling snap, Wang Xiao showed no mercy as he approached Chen Peng and effortlessly broke his neck. ¡°me yourself for hiring a hit on my woman and letting your son try to harm her. Either offense alone is punishable by death,¡± Wang Xiao remarked coldly, ncing at Chen Peng¡¯s lifeless body. No one could have imagined that the once formidable head of the Chen Group would meet his end in such a way. ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao, what do we do now?¡± Tong Waner asked, her voice tinged with anxiety as she clutched his hand, staring at the corpse with wide eyes. ¡°Don¡¯t worry. Just tell Dad everything that happened here. He¡¯ll handle it. He won¡¯t pass up the chance to take over the Chen Group,¡± Wang Xiao reassured her, smiling gently as he patted her head. At hisforting words, Tong Waner¡¯s cheeks flushed with warmth, and a wave of happiness washed over her. She nodded earnestly and replied, ¡°Okay, Big Brother Wang Xiao, I¡¯ll do as you say.¡± After she finished speaking, she dialed her father, Tong Shan. Shortly after, she ended the call and turned to Wang Xiao, ¡°Big Brother Wang Xiao, Dad¡¯s in the loop. He wants us to head back and act clueless for now. He¡¯ll handle it.¡± ¡°Alright, I¡¯ll take you back to school. Can¡¯t have you missing the university¡¯s opening ceremony tomorrow.¡± Wang Xiao, seemingly having anticipated his future father-inw¡¯s response, nodded nonchntly and addressed Tong Waner. ¡°Okay!¡± Tong Waner nodded sweetly, took Wang Xiao¡¯s hand, and they both left the Chen Group premises. ¡­¡­ Inside the Tong Group skyscraper, a man with an authoritative visage slowly set down the receiver, a slight smile curling his lips as he murmured to himself. ¡°Wang Xiao certainly has brought me my fair share of surprises!¡± Tong Shan, usually stern-faced, was now beaming. ¡°Is there good news?¡± Suddenly, a raspy voice echoed in the office, though Tong Shan was the room¡¯s sole upant; the voice seemed to emanate from the shadows. ¡°The Chen father and son are dead, taken care of by that stinky kid, Wang Xiao. With the Chen Group leaderless, it¡¯s the perfect opportunity for us to take over!¡± Tong Shan¡¯s face was alight with a smile as he responded. ¡°It looks like your son-inw has delivered a fine dowry indeed!¡± The hoarse voice from the darkness teased. ¡°Indeed, it seems I have no choice but to give my daughter away to him,¡± Tong Shan replied with a wry smile, ¡°But Waner likes the boy, and she values him even more than her own father.¡± ¡°Haha, Tong Shan, who would¡¯ve thought you¡¯d be envious of your own son-inw? I bet he took out the Chen duo now to protect Waner,¡± the shadowy figure chortled. ¡°A woman grows up and moves on. Let them be,¡± Tong Shan said with a light chuckle, shaking his head. Then, his demeanor turned serious, and he spoke gravely, ¡°That young man has done so much for Waner. As her father, I need to contribute as well. Gui Ying, I¡¯m entrusting you with dealing with the Chen Group¡¯s die-hard loyalists.¡± ¡°Rest assured, I¡¯ll handle it cleanly,¡± came the serious reply from the shadowy figure in the darkness. No sooner had the words been spoken than he vanished from the office, leaving behind a hush as if Tong Shan had been alone there all along. Tong Shan turned to gaze out at the nocturnalndscape of Forest City from his office window, his eyes reflecting a profound depth. He murmured to himself, ¡°Wang Xiao, it¡¯s been half a year since west met. Why have you changed so drastically? What on earth have you been through¡­¡± OR download the app directly?? Chapter 31 C31 ¨C Ding Mengqi Is a Teacher!? As the first rays of sunlight kissed the morning of Forest City, an astonishing rumor swept through the Eastern City¡¯smercial district. The Chen Family¡¯s father and son of the Chen Group had died suddenly, theirpany¡¯s stock plummeting, sending shockwaves through themunity. Every merchant knew there was more to the story than a mere sudden death. Something significant had urred the previous night¡­ And when word got out that Tong Shan, Chen Peng¡¯s ¡°old friend,¡± had taken over the Chen Group, the pieces began to fall into ce. Eyes turned to the head of the Tong Group, now regarded with a mix of awe and respect. It was clear that the Chen Family¡¯s untimely demise was linked to Tong Shan. They also realized that from this day forward, the Tong Family would reign supreme in Forest City¡¯s Eastern District. Unaware of these developments, Wang Xiao was preupied with getting dressed in his military uniform, readying himself for the university¡¯s opening ceremony and the start of military training. ¡°Xiao,e on, the ceremony is about to start,¡± urged Soong Ming, with Feng Lee chiming in, as they watched Wang Xiao casually don his uniform, their impatience growing. ¡°What¡¯s the rush? It¡¯s just a simple ceremony, after all,¡± Wang Xiao replied nonchntly as he continued to dress. ¡°Sure, the ceremony itself isn¡¯t a big deal, but the girls attending it are¡ªespecially the sophomore girls who¡¯ll be there this time,¡± Lin Hua interjected, his eyes gleaming with excitement, barely containing his drool. Wang Xiao shot Lin Hua a look of contempt, at a loss for words with this resiliently spirited, yet increasingly sleazy, friend. Just yesterday, Lin Hua¡¯s furious gaze at Yun Yi during their breakup had led Wang Xiao to believe he was a man of steel. Now, it seemed he had taken a turn for the worse. ¡°Absolutely!¡± Soong Ming and Feng Lee agreed, nodding enthusiastically. Finally dressed, Wang Xiao was briskly escorted by his friends to the meeting square at Forest City University for the ceremony. Upon their arrival, the meeting square was teeming with first-year students d in green camouge, buzzing with whispers and creating quite a din. ¡°Where¡¯s our Traditional Chinese Medicine ss among all these people?¡± Soong Ming couldn¡¯t help but frown and spoke with a hint of concern in his voice. The square was vast, teeming with nearly ten thousand freshmen. Finding one¡¯s ss in such a crowd was no small feat. ¡°See all those second-year students in charge of maintaining order? You were all in such a rush to get here, now¡¯s the perfect chance to chat them up and find out where our ss is,¡± Wang Xiao suggested, nodding towards the group of attractive second-year girls in student union uniforms, addressing Soong Ming, Feng Lee, and the others. ¡°Cough, I haven¡¯t figured out what to say yet.¡± Feeling Wang Xiao¡¯s eyes on him, Soong Ming gave a slight cough and averted his gaze. ¡°The true art of flirting isn¡¯t about me approaching her¡ªit¡¯s about standing here and having here over to me,¡± Feng Lee boasted with a blush, tilting his head up in a show of faux wisdom. Keep pretending, that¡¯s all you¡¯re doing! Wang Xiao rolled his eyes and then nced at Lin Hua, who was sporting an awkward smile on his plump face. ¡°Bro, you know I just took an emotional hit. You wouldn¡¯t want to see me get rejected and hurt again, would you?¡± he said meekly. So, they were all talk and no action¡ªa bunch of shy guys with bold words! Wang Xiao looked on helplessly, having lost all hope in Soong Ming and the others, he decided it was time to step in himself. ¡°Wang Xiao?¡± Just then, a familiar female voice called out from behind him, tinged with uncertainty. Turning around, Wang Xiaoid eyes on a stunning woman in a pink t-shirt that showcased her slim waist, paired with blue shorts that highlighted her long, shapely legs. It was Ding Mengqi, the gorgeous girl he had encountered on his first night in Forest City. ¡°Hey there, gorgeous, do you go to Forest City University too?¡± Wang Xiao couldn¡¯t help but smile when he saw Ding Mengqi, greeting her with a yful tone. At Wang Xiao¡¯s words, Ding Mengqi¡¯s cheeks flushed a bright red, her heart pounding erratically. This guy, always speaking out of turn! Who is he calling a beauty? Soong Ming, Feng Lee, and the others exchanged puzzled nces. The stunning woman before them wasn¡¯t dressed in the sophomore student council uniform but in casual attire, attending the opening ceremony of Forest City University. It was clear as day that she was a teacher at Forest City University! Should they clue in Wang Xiao before he embarrasses himself? Soong Ming and the others were indecisive, but by the time they considered speaking up, it was toote. ¡°Young man, how can you address Elder Ding like that? She¡¯s a teacher at Forest City University. Show some respect,¡± a man in a suit stepped forward from behind Ding Mengqi, fixing Wang Xiao with a stern look and speaking in a sharp tone. The man in the suit, Shi Qiang, was also a teacher at Forest City University. Coming from a wealthy background, he had graduated from the same teacher¡¯s college as Ding Mengqi and had followed her to teach at Forest City University. He had long harbored feelings for Ding Mengqi and was irked to see this student brazenly flirting with the woman he admired. ¡°A beautiful teacher?¡± Wang Xiao paused for a moment, then a spark of interest shed in his eyes. The idea of marrying a university teacher seemed rather appealing, especially since Ding Mengqi was quite attractive. Ignoring Shi Qiang, Wang Xiao turned to Ding Mengqi with a cheeky grin, ¡°I had no idea you were a teacher. How about we grab breakfast after the meeting wraps up? We could chat about life, you know?¡± As soon as Wang Xiao spoke, Soong Ming, Feng Lee, and the others looked at him with eyes brimming with awe. Incredible! Absolutely incredible! He knew she was a teacher and yet he had the guts to say that! Forget ¡®Mo¡¯, from now on, you¡¯re ¡®Third Brother¡¯ to us, and our new hero! ¡°Wang Xiao, you need to behave yourself.¡± Ding Mengqi¡¯s face reddened again at his words, and with a light bite of her lip, she chastised Wang Xiao. This jerk! He¡¯s mocking her again! Unlike Soong Ming and the others, who looked on with adoration, Shi Qiang¡¯s gaze toward Wang Xiao was filled with fury, his fists clenched so tightly they cracked. This student had the audacity to flirt with Ding Mengqi right in front of him. Considering the many male teachers at Forest City University, Shi Qiang, with his family¡¯s wealth and decent looks, had long since imed Ding Mengqi as his own. ¡°Hehe, I¡¯m normally very serious. It¡¯s only when I see you that I turn bad. Think you can set me straight?¡± Wang Xiao chuckled, touching his nose and giving Ding Mengqi a roguish grin. Ding Mengqi, fully grasping his double entendre, blushed and retorted with a hint of annoyance, ¡°Wang Xiao, if you don¡¯t stop joking around, I¡¯m going to stop talking to you.¡± Lin Hua and the others were practically ready to bow down, their eyes brimming with nothing but awe for Wang Xiao. Third Brother is incredible! Just look at his way with words¡­ So much more sophisticated than the usual ¡°Hello, have you eaten?¡±! Taking Ding Mengqi¡¯s hint, Wang Xiao stopped his teasing. He shrugged and said helplessly, ¡°We can¡¯t seem to find the Traditional Chinese Medicine System¡¯s ss team. We¡¯re really at a loss here.¡± ¡°Traditional Chinese Medicine System?¡± Ding Mengqi¡¯s face took on a peculiar look. She pointed her delicate finger at Shi Qiang and informed them, ¡°Teacher Shi Qiang is the counselor for your department.¡± ¡°Hello, Teacher Shi.¡± Soong Ming and the others were taken aback, but they quicklyposed themselves and greeted Shi Qiang. Shi Qiang, caught off guard, quickly masked his initial surprise with a veneer of coldness. He was seething, plotting how to handle Wang Xiao, and now, discovering they were his own students, he saw the perfect opportunity. Haha, you lot are unlucky to have ended up in my hands! ¡°Good, all good,¡± Shi Qiang said, his face breaking into a thin smile as he addressed Soong Ming and the others. Then, turning to Ding Mengqi, he added, ¡°Since they¡¯re my students, I¡¯ll take them to the Traditional Chinese Medicine System¡¯s ss team.¡± Wang Xiao had been keeping a close eye on Shi Qiang¡¯s demeanor the whole time. Earlier, when he was ribbing Ding Mengqi, Shi Qiang¡¯s face had darkened like the bottom of a burnt pan. So why was he now suddenly beaming with smiles? ¡°Alright, I¡¯ll leave them in your hands.¡± Ding Mengqi didn¡¯t borate further. She simply nodded, bid Wang Xiao farewell, and departed to attend to her own students. Once Ding Mengqi was out of sight, Shi Qiang turned to face Wang Xiao and the rest, his gaze harboring a glint of iciness. His voice wasced with disdain as he spoke, ¡°Follow me. You¡¯re all university students, yet you can¡¯t even find your own team. You¡¯re worse than elementary school kids!¡± OR download the app directly?? Chapter 32 C32 ¨C Tcm Is Declining Upon hearing those words, Soong Ming, Feng Lee, and Lin Hua all sported grim expressions, but recognizing Shi Qiang as their teacher, they held their tongues. Wang Xiao, standing to the side, furrowed his brow, ready to interject, but Soong Ming grabbed his arm and shook his head. ¡°Let it be, Third Brother.¡± Shi Qiang was their academic advisor, and with the university opening ceremony just concluded, they faced four more years under his guidance. Crossing Shi Qiang could make those years unbearable. Wang Xiao mped his mouth shut at Soong Ming¡¯s anxious nce. ¡°Haha, what¡¯s the matter? You disagree? Look at yourselves in those military uniforms¡ªyou don¡¯t look like soldiers, nor do you look like students. You¡¯re a disgrace!¡± Shi Qiang, emboldened by their silence, intensified his taunts. Pointing at Wang Xiao¡¯s nose, he led the way, his voice dripping with scorn. This kid had the nerve to flirt with Ding Mengqi; Shi Qiang wouldn¡¯t let him off easily. A thorough shaming was the least he could do to quell the resentment burning within him. Feng Lee, unlike theposed Soong Ming, came from a wealthy background and had a streak of defiance. Yet, he maintained a semnce of tranquility among his peers. ¡°Teacher Shi, we are your students after all. Please, don¡¯t be so harsh!¡± Feng Lee couldn¡¯t stand Shi Qiang¡¯s verbal abuse. His fists tightened as he spoke out in anger. Beside him, Lin Hua¡¯s gaze was equally indignant as he watched Shi Qiang. ¡°Haha, too harsh? Am I wrong? I¡¯ve seen plenty of bad students like you. Don¡¯t think you can do whatever you want just because you¡¯re in university. I¡¯m telling you, that¡¯s not going to fly!¡± Shi Qiang¡¯s sneer persisted as he continued to jab a finger at Wang Xiao¡¯s nose. ¡°As long as I, Shi Qiang, am the counselor for the Traditional Chinese Medicine System, I¡¯ll make sure life isn¡¯t easy for you!¡± With Ding Mengqi absent, there was no need for him to feign gentlemanly decorum. His words were as venomous as he pleased. ¡°I suggest you take your finger off my nose,¡± Wang Xiao warned. Wang Xiao¡¯s eyes narrowed slightly as he gazed at Shi Qiang with a detached expression, his voice deep and resonant. Tong Waner, if present, would have recognized that her Big Brother Wang Xiao was getting upset. ¡°What¡¯s the matter? What if I¡¯m calling you out? You think you can hit me?¡± Shi Qiang let out a scornfulugh upon hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s challenge and responded icily, ¡°Just so you know, I¡¯m your counselor. If you so much asy a finger on me¡­ Ah!¡± Before Shi Qiang could finish his threat, Wang Xiao had seized his finger and twisted it with a violent jerk. A sharp crack sounded as Shi Qiang¡¯s finger was brutally broken by Wang Xiao. A wave of excruciating pain surged from Shi Qiang¡¯s finger, making him howl in agony. Hisplexion turned ashen, and his forehead beaded with cold sweat. He hadn¡¯t anticipated Wang Xiao¡¯s swift and decisive action¡ªthe readiness to strike without hesitation! Shi Qiang, a physically unimposing male teacher, had never endured such torment. The pain nearly brought him to his knees. Had he actually knelt, the freshmen encircling the square would surely have turned their attention to the disturbance. But Wang Xiao, in the moment he snapped Shi Qiang¡¯s finger, seized his arm and hoisted him up, denying him any chance to kneel. Shi Qiang¡¯s cries of pain were swallowed up by the bustling square, failing to stir even the slightest ripple. Soong Ming and the others watched the scene unfold, involuntarily gasping in shock, their eyes wide as they stared at Wang Xiao. ¡°Old Three, you actually hit the counselor?¡± This was brazen beyond belief, wasn¡¯t it? Yet, why was there a sense of secret satisfaction welling up inside? ¡°Wang Xiao, you dare to strike me? You must not care about your future at this school. To think you¡¯d hit a counselor¡ªI¡¯ll have you expelled!¡± Despite the pain that turned his face a sickly shade of green, Shi Qiang¡¯s eyes glinted with malice as he red at Wang Xiao, his words seething through clenched teeth. ¡°Oh, really?¡± Wang Xiao replied with a faint smile. In the next instant, his clear eyes zed with a bloodthirsty gleam, and a formidable presence, sharp as a dagger, surged towards Shi Qiang. Boom! Feeling the onught of Wang Xiao¡¯s predatory gaze and overwhelming aura, Shi Qiang¡¯s mind reeled as if it had been blown apart. Lost in a daze, it seemed as if an ocean of blood materialized before his eyes. Wang Xiao loomed like a colossal demon, swelling rapidly within this macabre expanse. His eyes, blood-red and chilling like crimsonnterns, fixed on him with an icy stare. In that instant, Shi Qiang thought he could detect the stench of hell itself. He shook his head fiercely, and the vision before his eyes flickered away, revealing the bustling conference square at Forest City University, alive with the energy of camouged-d freshmen. It was as though the horrifying sight he had witnessed was nothing more than a figment of his imagination. Such a petrifying look! Could this young man truly be just a regr freshman? Terror seized Shi Qiang¡¯s heart as he gazed into Wang Xiao¡¯s fearsome eyes. His knees buckled, and he found himself kneeling on the ground, pleading reflexively, ¡°Don¡¯t kill me!¡± ¡°Hehe, Teacher Shi, what¡¯s gotten into you?¡± Wang Xiao couldn¡¯t help but let a slight smile y upon his lips as he addressed the kneeling man. Themotion caught the attention of the other freshmen, who began to whisper and point as they saw Shi Qiang prostrate before one of their peers. It dawned on Shi Qiang that he had been cowed by Wang Xiao¡¯s daunting gaze, and the act of groveling was a deep embarrassment. ¡°Hmph, Wang Xiao, this isn¡¯t over. You¡¯ll see!¡± He rose from the ground, his eyes icy as he red at Wang Xiao. Humiliated before a crowd and with a finger broken by Wang Xiao, Shi Qiang harbored thoughts of vengeance. But with the watchful eyes of so many freshmen upon him, lingering would only add to his disgrace. If his own students were to recognize him now, it would be a severe blow to his reputation. With a final, threatening remark, he hung his head and made a swift exit. ¡°If you¡¯re up for a game, I¡¯m more than willing to y along!¡± Wang Xiao watched Shi Qiang¡¯s retreating figure, hands casually spread, his demeanor unruffled. Soong Ming, Feng Lee, and Lin Hua exchanged bewildered nces, still trying to piece together the events that had just unfolded. ¡°Mo, what on earth did you do to Teacher Shi? One moment he¡¯s threatening to expel you, the next he¡¯s terrified you¡¯ll kill him?¡± At that moment, Lin Hua couldn¡¯t contain his curiosity and turned to Wang Xiao with a questioning look. Soong Ming and Feng Lee also nodded, their faces alight with interest, as they fixed their gaze on Wang Xiao. ¡°Perhaps it¡¯s because I naturally possess a kingly presence. I bet when I flexed my muscles, it sent shivers down his spine,¡± Wang Xiao quipped, his lips curling into a slight grin as he addressed Soong Ming, Feng Lee, and the others. Soong Ming, Feng Lee, and Lin Hua simultaneously rolled their eyes, their expressions clearly conveying a ¡°Yeah, right, as if we¡¯d believe that¡± sentiment. They refrained from pressing further, understanding that everyone has their own secrets they¡¯d prefer to keep under wraps. Wang Xiao certainly wasn¡¯t about to divulge to Soong Ming, Feng Lee, and the others that he had employed a subtle soul-capturing tactic on Shi Qiang, overwhelming him mentally, instilling a deep-seated fear, andpelling him to kneel and beg for mercy. Noticing that Lin Hua and the rest tactfully avoided further questioning, Wang Xiao¡¯s smile broadened. They quickly located the Traditional Chinese Medicine System¡¯s ss group, and it was quite evident that there were a significant number of female students. The gender imbnce was stark, with girls vastly outnumbering boys. Including Wang Xiao and his threepanions, the male contingent of the Traditional Chinese Medicine System barely surpassed twenty, and the girls were notably impressive. This delighted Lin Hua and the others to no end. Their eyes gleamed with excitement as they struck up conversations with the female students nearby, under the guise of fostering ss camaraderie. ¡°Fatty Lin, have you noticed that the Traditional Chinese Medicine System seems to be overrun with girls and short on guys?¡± Wang Xiao inquired, pulling Lin Hua away from his lively chat with a ssmate. Interrupted, Lin Hua looked annoyed, but upon realizing it was Wang Xiao asking, he quickly offered an exnation: ¡°Third Brother, it¡¯s because Western medicine has been on the rise in recent years, casting Traditional Chinese Medicine in a less favorable light to the average person, akin to quackery.¡± ¡°Besides, studying TCM involves memorizing an extensive list of medicinal materials and theories. Just tackling the ¡®Materia Medica¡¯ is enough to make our heads spin. When ites to rote learning, women just seem to have a knack for it¡ªa fact you¡¯re probably well aware of.¡± Reaching this point in the conversation, Lin Hua sighed helplessly towards Wang Xiao. Wang Xiao nodded in response. It wasn¡¯t that boys had poorer memories than girls; rather, boys were naturally more restless, and the tedious task of rote learning was something only the more naturally serene girls seemed to stick with. Lin Hua went on to exin, ¡°Additionally, there¡¯s less jobpetition in Western medicine nowadays, and the pay is better. So for guys, studying Western medicine can provide a more stable ie. That¡¯s why, in our school, the Western medicine department has more males than females, the opposite of the Traditional Chinese Medicine System.¡± ¡°Then why did you choose to study TCM?¡± Wang Xiao asked, his curiosity piqued. Lin Hua chuckled, ¡°Well, it¡¯s because I heard that the Traditional Chinese Medicine System has a higher female-to-male ratio, lots of beautiful women, and lower admission scores. That¡¯s why I went for TCM.¡± Lin Hua gave his nose a rub and offered Wang Xiao a sheepish grin. Wang Xiao was dumbfounded. He had thought that Lin¡¯s primary reason for attending Forest City University was because of his ex-girlfriend, Jia Jia. Now, it seemed Fatty Lin wasn¡¯t such a stand-up guy after all! With a better grasp of the situation, Wang Xiao encouraged Lin Hua to keep chatting with their female ssmates. Meanwhile, he stroked his chin, muttering to himself, ¡°TCM is in decline, and petty troublemakers are on the rise. It looks like my descent from the mountain hase at the right time.¡± ¡°Anyway, now that I¡¯m here, it¡¯s time to restore the glory of Chinese TCM and drive those scoundrels from the Rebirth Camp out of China!¡± OR download the app directly?? Chapter 33 C33 ¨C Don¡¯t Waste the Food At the grand podium in front of the conference square, the elderly chancellor of Forest City University delivered a nearly two-hour lecture on freshman orientation, much to the agony of the new students. With their strained attention, they watched as he concluded his speech and descended from the stage. Next, a middle-aged man with the bearing of a chief military instructor ascended the podium. With a brief address, he dismissed the young instructor who had been standing there for quite some time to take charge of his ss andmence military training. ¡°ss Four of the Traditional Chinese Medicine System, pay attention,¡± a stern-faced instructor with a buzz cut, who appeared to be in his mid-twenties,manded the students in Wang Xiao¡¯s ss from a corner of the basketball court. ¡°My name is Li, but you will address me as Instructor Lee. Starting today, I¡¯m responsible for your training.¡± The young women, fresh from the rigors of high school and yet to savor the promise of college life, were visibly shaken by Instructor Lee¡¯s deration. They stood rigidly, casting anxious nces in his direction. ¡°Good morning, Instructor Lee!¡± they greeted in unison, their voices tinged with nervousness. Instructor Lee, unmoved by their trepidation, maintained a stern demeanor. Without a hint of leniency, he ordered the students of Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four to begin their stance training. The morning flew by, and as the training session wrapped up, each member of ss Four trudged wearily toward the dining hall. ¡°Man, Instructor Lee is merciless,¡± Lin Hua grumbled, removing his camouge cap and mopping the sweat from his neck. ¡°Just fifteen minutes of rest for the whole morning. I saw several girls in our ss in tears.¡± In the dining hall, Feng Lee, feeling the heat on his flushed cheeks, voiced his frustration. ¡°Instructor Lee really doesn¡¯t see us as human. Other instructors had their sses practice standing in the cool shade, but ours made us stand in the direct sunlight.¡± ¡°Exactly,¡± he continued, ¡°the morning sun wasn¡¯t too harsh, but this afternoon, it¡¯s scorching. If Instructor Lee insists on having us stand in the sun again, we guys might manage, but I¡¯m worried about the girls¡ªthey might not be able to handle it.¡± Soong Ming may have had a rough exterior, but he was incredibly perceptive at heart. In a deep voice, he remarked, ¡°Isn¡¯t this exactly what Fourth Brother would want? Now he can ¡®naturally¡¯ provide the girls in our ss with artificial respiration.¡± Wang Xiao let out a faint smile and cast a sidelong nce at Lin Hua, ribbing him yfully. Upon hearing this, Lin Hua cleared his throat and stated earnestly, ¡°I¡¯m not the type to exploit someone¡¯s vulnerability, but I¡¯ll make an exception when ites to saving lives.¡± Soong Ming and Feng Lee simultaneously rolled their eyes at Lin Hua. Forest City University was split into two dining halls: the east for juniors and seniors, and the west for freshmen and sophomores. As such, the west dining hall was bustling not only with first-year students but also with a considerable number of sophomores. Despite its size, the dining hall felt cramped as it catered to two grade levels. ¡°Hey, you guys done eating? If you¡¯re finished, scram! We¡¯re iming this spot.¡± While Wang Xiao and his friends were dining, a brash and overbearing voice interrupted them from nearby. Then, with a sudden kick to their table, the soup bowls trembled, sttering their contents. Soong Ming and the others leapt up to dodge the spill, anxious to avoid a mess on their clothes. Wang Xiao¡¯s brow creased slightly as he turned to face themotion. He saw several boys with a thuggish look and arrogant demeanor approaching them, led by a boy sporting earrings. Their attire clearly marked them as sophomores. ¡°Did you just kick our table?¡± Wang Xiao asked, his tone cool and collected. Soong Ming, Feng Lee, and Lin Hua stood by his side, their expressions unweing as they fixed their gaze on Earring Boy and his group. ¡°Yeah, I kicked it,¡± Earring Boy retorted with a snort. ¡°You freshmen need to clear out after you eat. This table caught the eye of Yang Master Jiang!¡± Earring Boy¡¯s tone was haughty as he addressed Wang Xiao. Today, Yang Master Jiang had invited the esteemed Goddess Yu to dine in the hall and had tasked him with securing a window table. The spot where Wang Xiao and his friends sat was prime real estate in the dining hall¡ªright by the window with the best natural light. ¡°That¡¯ll be 48 yuan. Cash or WeChat?¡± Wang Xiao asked with a calm smile directed at the Earring Boy. ¡°What?¡± Earring Boy was taken aback by Wang Xiao¡¯s unexpected question, clearly confused by what he meant. Wang Xiao gestured to the messy table, where the meal had been spilled amidst the chaos of Soong Ming and the others dodging, rendering it inedible. ¡°We¡¯ve got four servings of rice here, 12 yuan each, adding up to 48 yuan. How do you want to settle this? Cash or WeChat?¡± Wang Xiao reiterated his earlier question, his voice firm as he addressed Earring Boy. This time, Earring Boy caught on to Wang Xiao¡¯s meaning. A mischievous grin spread across his face as he leaned in close to Wang Xiao, his gaze mocking. ¡°What¡¯s that? You¡¯re asking me to cover your meal?¡± ¡°Yes, cash or WeChat?¡± Wang Xiao confirmed with a nod, maintaining hisposure. ¡°Haha, can you believe this? This freshman actually wants me to pay for their meal?¡± Earring Boy burst intoughter, pointing at Wang Xiao, his face twisted with derision. The sophomores around him joined in theughter. Their scornful chuckles reverberated around Wang Xiao and his friends, Soong Ming, Feng Lee, and Lin Hua, who looked on with grim expressions, fists tightening involuntarily. Many students in the cafeteria had been eating quietly but soon took notice of the disturbance, turning to look in their direction. ¡°Look, it¡¯s Yang Master Jiang¡¯s crew picking on someone again.¡± ¡°That freshman¡¯s got guts, challenging Yang Master Jiang¡¯s guys to pay up for his meal?¡± ¡°Heh, what good is courage going to do him? Just watch, that freshman is about to get a rough time from Yang Master Jiang¡¯s group.¡± Many of the upperssmen looked on with pity in their eyes as they watched the scene unfold before Wang Xiao. ¡°So, what¡¯s it going to be? Cash or WeChat?¡± Wang Xiao asked again, seemingly oblivious to Earring Boy¡¯sughter and the surrounding murmurs, his gaze steady. ¡°Compensate your sister. You better scram before I lose my temper, or I¡¯ll make sure you regret it!¡± Earring Boy¡¯s face turned icy, his voiceced with a chilling threat as he spoke to Wang Xiao. ¡°So, you¡¯re refusing to pay up?¡± Wang Xiao asked Earring Boy, his face betraying no emotion. The students nearby overheard Wang Xiao and shook their heads, sighing softly. This freshman was just too naive. Everyone else had made it clear they weren¡¯t going topensate, yet he still had to ask! ¡°Exactly, now scram¡­¡± Earring Boy didn¡¯t get to finish his sentence when he suddenly felt arge hand mp onto his head. A powerful force pushed his head down onto the dining table. Next thing he knew, his face was intimately acquainted with a sticky mess of rice, vegetables, and minced meat. ¡°If you¡¯re not interested in paying up, I won¡¯t insist. Just finish all the food on the table, and we¡¯ll call it even. Let¡¯s not waste food, shall we?¡± Wang Xiao held Earring Boy¡¯s head down on the table, rubbing it in the mess, still speaking with a detached calm. The onlookers inhaled sharply in unison. They stared at Wang Xiao, their faces a mixture of shock and awe. ¡°Holy smokes, who is this freshman? He¡¯s got some serious guts!¡± ¡°Good heavens, this freshman just forced Yang Master Jiang¡¯s guy to face-nt into the leftovers. Is he out of his mind?¡± ¡°This guy¡¯s a goner. Yang Master Jiang won¡¯t let this slide!¡± ¡°Third Brother, nicely done!¡± Soong Ming¡¯s gaze was intense as he watched Wang Xiao, pping in approval. His personality was rough around the edges, and he despised wrongdoing. He would have done the same, even if Wang Xiao hadn¡¯t acted. ¡°Third Brother, next time give me a heads-up before you go in, will you? I¡¯m covered in soup now.¡± Feng Lee brushed the soup off his camouge jacket, his expression unfazed, showing no concern for the consequences of Wang Xiao¡¯s actions. Feng Lee¡¯s everyday style and speech effortlessly reflected his upscale background. ¡°Third Brother, how could you resort to violence? What you did was wrong. They are our seniors, after all, and we¡¯re just freshmen who¡¯ve just arrived. We shouldn¡¯t be getting into fights so casually.¡± Lin Hua looked at Wang Xiao earnestly, his voice filled with principled criticism. To the uninformed, he might as well have been Wang Xiao¡¯s adversary. Had Lin Hua not been talking while simultaneously shoving a chicken bone he¡¯d spat out during the meal into Earring Boy¡¯s mouth, Wang Xiao would havepletely fallen for Lin Hua¡¯s act. That Fatty Lin, as sleazy as ever! OR download the app directly?? Chapter 34 C34 ¨C Jiang Chen, the Second-year Prodigy! It felt like his mouth was crammed full of bones, and his face was being ground against the dining table. Earring Boy was on the verge of losing his mind. He fought desperately to escape Wang Xiao¡¯s grip. But Wang Xiao¡¯s grip was unyielding, and no matter how much Earring Boy struggled, he couldn¡¯t break free. ¡°Kid, let go of me now, or I swear I¡¯ll end you!¡± Earring Boy gritted his teeth and roared at Wang Xiao. Wang Xiao wasn¡¯t intimidated by the threat. A smirk yed on his lips as he pushed Earring Boy¡¯s head down and gave it another rough rub against the table. ¡°This punk thinks he can take on Brother Li? Let¡¯s jump him and finish this!¡± At that moment, Earring Boy¡¯s friends caught on. Their expressions darkened as they shouted together. With that, they balled their fists and charged at Wang Xiao. Soong Ming, Feng Lee, and Lin Hua moved to shield Wang Xiao, but he gestured for them to stand down. ¡°No need to fight; I¡¯ve got this,¡± Wang Xiao said, his voice steady. Seeing Wang Xiao¡¯s resolve, Soong Ming and the others halted their advance. ¡°But there¡¯s a whole bunch of them. Are you sure you can handle it?¡± Soong Ming couldn¡¯t help but voice his concern. ¡°Don¡¯t worry, boss. Third Bro¡¯s got this.¡± Lin Hua confidently reassured Soong Ming with a grin before Wang Xiao could reply. He had seen Wang Xiao¡¯s prowess firsthand the day before; Wang Xiao had effortlessly taken down Yun Yi and his crew. Handling this group would be no sweat. Reassured by Lin Hua¡¯s confidence, Soong Ming stepped aside, though he kept a watchful eye on the unfolding scene, ready to jump in if anything went south. In an instant, Earring Boy¡¯s crew was upon Wang Xiao, fists flying from every direction, closing in for the kill. Wang Xiao was trapped, with danger closing in from all sides! The onlooking girls couldn¡¯t contain their screams. Bang, bang, bang¡­ In the nick of time, Wang Xiao seized Earring Boy, still pinned to the table, and used him as a human shield. In a split second, a barrage of fists pummeled Earring Boy¡¯s body. ¡°Ugh¡­¡± Earring Boy¡¯s eyes bulged with fury as he locked his gaze on Wang Xiao, his eyes brimming with resentment. Agonizing pain surged through him, overwhelming his senses. Despicable! To think he was used as a human shield! ¡°What, Brother Li!¡± Earring Boy¡¯spanion¡¯s face drained of color when he realized their mistake. He turned to Earring Boy, who they had just thrashed, and eximed in dismay. ¡°You bunch of morons, you got the wrong guy!¡± Earring Boy couldn¡¯t contain his fury as heshed out at his friends. Whoosh! The onlooking students paused, then burst into uncontrobleughter. They had never witnessed such a farcical scene before. Their leader had been clobbered by his own underling. Talk about a loss of face! ¡°Yeah, you¡¯ve cleaned out the dishes on the table pretty well. You must have been starving.¡± In that moment, Wang Xiao nced at the table before turning back to Earring Boy with a smile. He then released his grip, setting Earring Boy free. ¡°Curse you, kid, I¡¯m going to kill you.¡± Regaining his freedom, Earring Boy advanced two steps, his face contorted with rage as he turned back to Wang Xiao and hissed. He was just about to make his move against Wang Xiao when¡­ ¡°What¡¯s all thismotion? Why so loud? Little Li, haven¡¯t you found the table I asked for?¡± Just then, a deep, authoritative voice cut through the noise from behind Earring Boy. A handsome young man in a casual suit approached with measured steps, a stunningly beautiful girl by his side. ¡°Good heavens, it¡¯s Jiang Chen, one of the sophomore year¡¯s Big Four and from a wealthy family. What¡¯s he doing in the cafeteria?¡± ¡°Exactly. With Jiang Chen¡¯s means, there¡¯s no way he¡¯d dine in the cafeteria like the rest of us.¡± The upperssmen who recognized the Handsome Man gasped in surprise, their expressions a mix of awe and disbelief. But it didn¡¯t take long for them to realize why Jiang Chen was there ¨C their attention quickly shifted to the gorgeous girl apanying him. ¡°Look, it¡¯s Yu Meini, the belle of the Traditional Chinese Medicine System, the sophomore goddess. My god, why is she with Jiang Chen?¡± ¡°It makes sense that Jiang Chen would show up in the cafeteria,¡± someone remarked. ¡°Yeah, I¡¯ve heard Jiang Chen has been pursuing Goddess Yu Meini for over a year. She hasn¡¯t epted his advances, but she hasn¡¯t refused to share a meal with him either. Jiang Chen¡¯s chances seem pretty good.¡± The sophomore students were abuzz with gossip, their chatter adding a lively atmosphere to the expansive dining hall. ¡°Young Master Jiang!¡± Earring Boy¡¯s face took on a respectful expression as Jiang Chen approached. He bowed and then, pointing at Wang Xiao, said with a serious tone, ¡°We found a table, but these freshmen are causing trouble. I got into a bit of a conflict with them and I¡¯m about to handle it.¡± His eyes glinted with malice as he spoke. ¡°Then handle it quickly, and don¡¯t interrupt Meini and me while we¡¯re eating.¡± Jiang Chen responded with a cool detachment, not even sparing Wang Xiao and his group a nce, as if they were beneath his notice. ¡°Yes, Young Master Jiang!¡± Earring Boy, energized by the acknowledgment, nodded vigorously. Turning to Wang Xiao, he sneered, ¡°Kid, you¡¯re done for today.¡± ¡°We¡¯ll see if you¡¯re up to the task,¡± Wang Xiao replied evenly, unfazed. Earring Boy was about to signal his friends to move on Wang Xiao when he was abruptly stopped. ¡°Stop!¡± A crisp female voice cut through the tension, halting Earring Boy in his tracks. Yu Meini stepped forward, her gaze sweeping over Wang Xiao with a hint of uncertainty before she asked, ¡°Is it you?¡± ¡°Hey, gorgeous, what a surprise to bump into you here. Talk about destiny. So, did anyone manage to steal your wallet today?¡± Wang Xiao, recognizing Yu Meini, shed a mischievous grin. Yu Meini was dressed to impress that day, in a loose white jersey that hung down to her thighs. The outfit did little to conceal her curves and showcased her shapely, long legs, which were d in ck thigh-high stockings. Her delicate feet were encased in blue canvas shoes. She exuded a lively cuteness, with a hint of allure amidst her innocence. ¡°Yesterday was just an ident. It¡¯s not like someone¡¯s going to steal my wallet every day.¡± Upon hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s words, Yu Meini¡¯s cheeks flushed with embarrassment, clearly aware that he was yfully referencing the previous day¡¯s incident. She bit her lip and pouted in mock annoyance. Her yful pout, so characteristic of a young girl, immediately captured the gaze of every male nearby. Hiss¡­ In that instant, nearly all the men drew in a sharp breath, their eyes fixated on Yu Meini. Truly befitting her title as the belle of the Traditional Chinese Medicine department in her sophomore year, even a simple pout from her was mesmerizingly beautiful. Soong Ming drooled openly, and even Feng Lee, Lin Hua, and others were captivated, while Wang Xiao himself was momentarily spellbound. He had always known Yu Meini was stunning, but this was his first encounter with her coquettish side, and it made his heart flutter. ¡°Cough cough, really? No stolen wallet, that¡¯s good to hear.¡± Wang Xiao quickly snapped back to reality, clearing his throat and feigning nonchnce. ¡°Meini, is this guy a friend of yours?¡± At that moment, Jiang Chen spoke up, casting a casual nce at Wang Xiao before turning to smile at Yu Meini, his face betraying no emotion. Yet inwardly, he felt a cold unease. The woman he fancied was showing an umon interest in another man, and he didn¡¯t like it one bit. ¡°Yes, he¡¯s helped me before.¡± Yu Meini nodded in response, deliberately vague about the details of yesterday¡¯s event, as she considered Jiang Chen merely an acquaintance. ¡°I see.¡± Jiang Chen responded with a subdued smile, then turned to extend a hand to Wang Xiao. ¡°My apologies for earlier, little brother. Little Li can be rash. Since we¡¯re all acquainted, let¡¯s put the incident behind us.¡± With a few deft words, Jiang Chen managed to downy the situation impressively. Even Earring Boy, who stood behind him, seemed unperturbed by the resolution, prompting Wang Xiao to regard Jiang Chen with newfound respect. ¡°Considering you¡¯re all friends of Yu Meini, let¡¯s indeed leave the matter in the past.¡± Wang Xiao didn¡¯t take Jiang Chen¡¯s hand. Instead, he gestured towards Yu Meini and addressed Jiang Chen, Earring Boy, and the rest with a grave tone. He hadn¡¯t been at a disadvantage just now, after all. Jiang Chen¡¯s face momentarily stiffened as Wang Xiao tantly disregarded his extended hand, a flicker of icy resentment passing through his gaze. OR download the app directly?? The Novel will be updated first on this website. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone! Chapter 35 C35 ¨C Yao Beier Jiang Chen masked his feelings well, offering only a smile without furtherment. ¡°Wang Xiao, I really appreciate your help with yesterday¡¯s issue. How about I treat you to a meal today as a thank you?¡± Yu Meini suggested, batting her lovely eyes at Wang Xiao. ?She couldn¡¯t believe he had the nerve to turn her down yesterday. Now, after she¡¯d done him such a big favor, she was certain he couldn¡¯t refuse. Yu Meini¡¯s proposal sent a ripple of shock through the onlookers. ¡°Unbelievable, Goddess Yu is actually asking this guy out? What kind of incredible luck does he have?¡± ¡°I¡¯d be so jealous. To dine with Goddess Yu, I¡¯d dly shave ten years off my life.¡± ¡°Make that twenty for me!¡± A wave of envy washed over the second-year seniors as they gazed at Wang Xiao. Jiang Chen¡¯s brow furrowed at the scene. He¡¯d have to pull out all the stops to get a lunch date with Yu Meini. What on earth had Wang Xiao done to earn such gratitude and a proactive invitation from her? Could Yu Meini actually have a thing for this freshman? The thought soured Jiang Chen¡¯s look towards Wang Xiao. As the crowd anticipated Wang Xiao¡¯s eager eptance, he surprised them all. ¡°No need, you all go ahead. I¡¯ve lost my appetite,¡± Wang Xiao declined calmly, shaking his head. ?His response sent a wave of disbelief crashing through the cafeteria. ¡°He turned down Goddess Yu¡¯s lunch invite?¡± ¡°Is he even a man? We¡¯re talking about Goddess Yu here!¡± The male students were baffled, their stares at Wang Xiao filled with incredulity. Even Soong Ming and the other roommates were at a loss as to why Wang Xiao would pass up an invitation from the belle of the Traditional Chinese Medicine System in their sophomore year. ?Amidst the buzz of conversation, Wang Xiao remained stoic. Without a word, he turned to leave with Soong Ming and the rest. ?¡±Wang Xiao, you stop right there!¡± Yu Meini demanded, blocking his path with a face twisted in fury, her eyes bore into him, her rage simmering. She was none other than the esteemed beauty of Forest City University¡¯s sophomore Traditional Chinese Medicine department! She had boldly invited him to a meal in front of a whole crowd! And this jerk had the nerve to turn her down! Yu Meini, with her innocent looks, harbored a strong and confident spirit. With her stunning beauty, no guy had ever dared to reject her! ¡°No way, you¡¯re eating with me today!¡± Yu Meini¡¯s beautiful eyes bore into Wang Xiao as she spoke with earnestness, her voice tinged with a yful arrogance. Yet to the onlookers, her feisty demeanor came across like a fierce little girlfriend insisting her boyfriend join her for a meal. ?The males in the cafeteria collectively inhaled sharply, their gazes filled with envy towards Wang Xiao. When a goddess like her pleads, how can you not just say yes? ¡°Look, I know I¡¯m quite the catch, but your forwardness is throwing me off a bit,¡± Wang Xiao quipped, a mischievous smile ying on his lips as he caught Yu Meini¡¯s eager look. ?He continued, ¡°Since you¡¯re being so forward, it seems only right for me to respond in kind. How about we skip the formalities¡­¡± ¡°What do you mean by ¡®skip the formalities¡¯?¡± Yu Meini blurted out, caught off guard by Wang Xiao¡¯s suggestion. Immediately, she regretted her words. With that sly look in Wang Xiao¡¯s eyes, he was surely up to no good! True to form, Wang Xiao¡¯s lips curled into a slight grin as he casually suggested, ¡°Let¡¯s go book a room!¡± ?The crowd erupted into whispers at his audacious proposal. ¡°This guy¡¯s got guts, openly making such a bold move on Goddess Yu.¡± ¡°Maybe Goddess Yu is into guys who are direct and uplicated?¡± ¡°Whether Goddess Yu is into him, I don¡¯t know, but I¡¯m pretty sure Yang Master Jiang is seething with jealousy.¡± The sophomores murmured among themselves, discussing the scene in hushed tones. ¡°Wang Xiao, what kind of nonsense are you spouting? Who said anything about getting a room? I just wanted to have a simple meal with you. What¡¯s going on in that head of yours?¡± Yu Meini snapped, her face clouding over as she bit back her frustration at Wang Xiao. ?This jerk is at it again, ying the thug! What a lowlife! Absolutely shameless! ¡°Yeah, I just wanted to rent a room with you, that¡¯s all. Rx, I swear I won¡¯t do anything wrong,¡± Wang Xiao said earnestly to Yu Meini, his chuckle sleazy enough to make anyone cringe. ?The other guys nearby couldn¡¯t help but smirk at his words. They were all men; they knew exactly how much Wang Xiao was exaggerating. ¡°You!¡± Yu Meini¡¯s face flushed with anger as she heard Wang Xiao¡¯s brazen remarks. She clenched her fists and shouted, ¡°Get out of here! I never want to see you again, you Stinky Rascal!¡± ¡°Well, it seems I won¡¯t be getting that room after all. Time for me to go,¡± Wang Xiao said with a shrug, feigning resignation. ?With that, he walked off,ughing and joking with Soong Ming and the rest. ¡°That despicable guy!¡± Yu Meini watched Wang Xiao¡¯s retreating figure, stomping her foot in frustration and muttering through clenched teeth. ¡°Meini, don¡¯t be mad. How about we grab something to eat first?¡± Jiang Chen suggested, trying to soothe her as he noticed her displeasure. ?¡±Eat? I¡¯ve lost my appetite. If you¡¯re hungry, go ahead and stuff yourself,¡± Yu Meini retorted with a huff, giving Jiang Chen a scornful look before storming off with a swish of her hips. ?¡±Uh¡­¡± Jiang Chen¡¯s smile froze as he watched her leave, his hands balling into fists, his expression darkening. ¡°Pah, what a joke. She¡¯s just a pretty face. One of these days, she¡¯ll be begging for mercy in my bed!¡± he muttered under his breath. The Earring Boy and the others exchanged uneasy nces, sensing their boss¡¯s mood and keeping silent. ¡°Master Jiang, should I look into those freshmen¡¯s backgrounds? They made you lose face; we can¡¯t just let this slide,¡± Earring Boy finally ventured after a pause. ?Jiang Chen, having calmed his rage, responded with a nod and a hint of approval, ¡°Go ahead, take care of it. Dig up everything you can on that Wang Xiao kid!¡± ¡°Yes, Master Jiang!¡± Earring Boy quickly nodded, then gestured towards the dining hall and asked, ¡°Master Jiang, since Goddess Yu has left, are we still going to eat here?¡± ¡°The food in the dining hall is fit for pigs. Let¡¯s go¡ªI¡¯ll treat everyone to a meal at a restaurant off-campus.¡± Jiang Chen¡¯s lips curled into a sly smile as he cast a contemptuous nce at the less fortunate students dining in the cafeteria, addressing Earring Boy and the others. ¡°Master Jiang is invincible!¡± The underlings responded with excitement upon hearing his words. ¡­¡­ The afternoon sun was brutally harsh, its rays distorting the very air upon the earth. At Forest City University, one could see freshmen sses training all around. In a corner of the basketball court, students from Traditional Chinese Medicine ss Four, d in camouge, were practicing standing at attention under the scorching sun. Many female students clenched their teeth, sweat beading on their pale foreheads, lips turning white. They had been standing for nearly an hour with no break, as Instructor Lee had yet to give the signal. ¡°Stand up straight! You¡¯re in military training¡ªshow me the bearing of a soldier!¡± Instructor Lee¡¯s icy demeanor was evident as he moved among the students of ss Four, barking reprimands. ¡°Instructor Lee, I can¡¯t take it anymore.¡± A petite girl with a frail constitution finally reached her limit and slumped to the ground, looking up at Instructor Lee with tearful eyes. ¡°Worthless, you can¡¯t even manage something as simple as standing? Get up! You¡¯re staying an extra half hour. If you don¡¯t make it, forget about dinner.¡± Instructor Lee¡¯s face was a mask of frost as he berated the small-statured girl. The girl was Yao Beier, with her sweet looks and gentle voice, she was petite and childlike in appearance, yet her figure was well-proportioned. In just one morning, the male students of ss Four had already dubbed her the ¡®loli ss flower.¡¯ Yao Beier¡¯s eyes brimmed with tears after beingbeled worthless by Instructor Lee, yet she bit back her tears and defiantly rose to her feet. Seeing this, many of the boys in the ss were filled with indignation, their fists clenched tight, yet none dared to defend Yao Beier. Crossing the instructor during military training is no trivial matter. ¡°Move it, didn¡¯t you hear me?!¡± As Yao Beier struggled to rise, Instructor Lee¡¯s face twisted with impatience. He spat out a curse and, mid-sentence, his leg shot out, aiming a kick at Yao Beier. No! The female ssmates shrieked in unison at the sight. The boys, witnessing the scene, were torn between intervening and their own apprehension. Thud¡­ In the nick of time, a muffled thud echoed through the air. A figure, not particrly tall, materialized in front of Yao Beier, his right instep intercepting Instructor Lee¡¯s advancing foot. A nonchnt voice then cut through, ¡°Instructor Lee, striking a girl hardly befits a soldier of honor!¡± Click to visit???? OR download the app and search the book name directly?? Chapter 36 C36 ¨C Defeat Instructor Lee Instructor Lee¡¯s expression turned sour when his kick was intercepted. ncing up, he caught sight of Wang Xiao, d in camouge, watching him with azy gaze. Upon hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s remark, Instructor Lee¡¯s face grew even darker, as if his authority had been stomped on. With a cold huff, he snapped, ¡°Kid, who told you to step forward? Do you want to be punished with extra drills too?¡± ¡°ssmate, I can handle it. You don¡¯t need to worry about me.¡± Before Wang Xiao could respond, Yao Beier gently pulled at his shirt from behind. Her delicate features were pale, yet her eyes shone with unwavering resolve as she spoke defiantly. Initially, Wang Xiao was simply irked by Instructor Lee¡¯s approach, but Yao Beier¡¯s steadfast gaze struck a chord within his tranquil heart. ¡°Don¡¯t worry, it¡¯ll be alright.¡± He entrusted Yao Beier to a few of her dorm mates, reassuring her with a soothing tone. Then, turning back to face Instructor Lee with a piercing look, he challenged, ¡°Instructor Lee, I believe there¡¯s a w in your training methods.¡± ¡°I¡¯m the instructor, and I¡¯ll conduct the training as I see fit!¡± retorted Instructor Lee, his demeanor icy. He swept a dismissive nce over the Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four students before fixing his scornful eyes on Wang Xiao. ¡°Just look at yourselves¡ªtwenty years old and yet so frail. You¡¯re nothing but a bunch of weaklings!¡± These words ignited a fire in the students of ss Four. They clenched their fists and red back at Instructor Lee with righteous indignation. Each of them had earned their ce at Forest City University, a prestigious institution in Jiangnan Province. They were the cream of the crop, each with a sense of pride that refused to ept such humiliation. ?¡±What¡¯s the matter? Can¡¯t handle the truth?¡± Instructor Lee taunted, his gaze dripping with contempt. He had always loathed the idea ofing to a university to train these so-called delicate schrs. Only under the captain¡¯s orders had he begrudgingly agreed to this assignment. Already in a foul mood, discovering that his ss was predominantly female only fueled his irritation. As a result, he had been unrelentingly harsh in their training from the very beginning. ¡°Instructor Lee, show some respect when you speak. You might be our instructor and in charge of our military training credits, but that doesn¡¯t give you the right to insult us at will!¡± Wang Xiao faced Instructor Lee with a calm demeanor, his words equally measured. ¡°Insult? Ha, what if I do insult you?¡± Instructor Lee¡¯s expression darkened at the retort, his voice icy. Did this young upstart really think he could talk back to him like that? He was practically begging for a lesson! No sooner had he spoken than Instructor Lee retracted his right foot from atop Wang Xiao¡¯s, tensing for a powerful strike. The air whistled¡­ In a swift motion, heunched a side kick at Wang Xiao, his foot slicing through the air with a fierce wind. ¡°Watch out!¡± Yao Beier witnessed the scene unfold and shrieked a warning to Wang Xiao. The faces of the students from Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four tightened with concern. Instructor Lee had just kicked Yao Beier, but she was a girl, and he likely held back. But Wang Xiao was a boy who had the audacity to stand up to Instructor Lee. Even if Instructor Lee didn¡¯t intend to be lethal, this kick would certainly pack a punch. ¡°This is on you!¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s expression grew stern as he saw Instructor Lee¡¯s move, his voice cold. He was already irked by Instructor Lee¡¯s treatment of Yao Beier, and now that Instructor Lee had made the first move, he wouldn¡¯t hold back. With lightning-fast reflexes, Wang Xiao stepped back and countered with a left front kick, aiming for Instructor Lee¡¯s oing leg. Thud¡­ The air was filled with another heavy thump of collision. Instructor Lee¡¯s whipping kick was once again thwarted by Wang Xiao. ¡°How can this be!¡± Instructor Lee was taken aback as Wang Xiao effortlessly parried his kick, his astonishment evident. He was well aware of his own kick¡¯s velocity and force; even his colleagues would sidestep his blows in sparring! Yet Wang Xiao had managed not just to deflect it, but¡­ Instructor Lee felt a twinge of pain in the spot where Wang Xiao¡¯s kick hadnded. ?The girls from Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four watched, their eyes shining with excitement, as they erupted into cheers. ¡°Wow, what an impressive move! That guy just blocked Instructor Lee¡¯s kick!¡± ¡°Oh my God, is that guy really in our ss? What¡¯s his name?¡± ¡°I¡¯ve got my eye on this one, so back off, everyone!¡± Many lovesick girls in the ss couldn¡¯t take their eyes off Wang Xiao¡¯s tall, handsome figure. ¡°Why would he help me?¡± Yao Beier¡¯s cheeks flushed as she gazed, transfixed, at Wang Xiao¡¯s sharply chiseled profile, murmuring to herself in a daze. Could he possibly like me? The thought sent a wave of heat across Yao Beier¡¯s face. How could I entertain such a wild idea? He¡¯s just a ssmate, someone I¡¯ve only known for a single day! There¡¯s no way he could have feelings for me! Yao Beier tried to convince herself that the boy before her didn¡¯t harbor any affection for her, yet her eyes involuntarily drifted back to Wang Xiao¡¯s striking presence. But if he didn¡¯t like her, why would he defend her and confront the instructor? ¡°Instructor Lee, nothing is impossible. You¡¯ve thrown down the gauntlet, so it¡¯s time to bring your A-game, or you¡¯re going to suffer an ugly defeat.¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s lips quirked into a slight smile as he responded coolly to Instructor Lee¡¯s outburst. His words sent a thrill through the girls of Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four, eliciting a chorus of excited screams. So cool! To think he¡¯d talk back to Instructor Lee with such boldness! ?¡±Hmph, talking big might just trip you up,¡± Instructor Lee retorted, his face clouding over with annoyance. ¡°The one thing I pride myself on is honesty, and ironically, it¡¯s also my only w. When I say I¡¯ll beat you, that¡¯s exactly what I¡¯ll do.¡± Wang Xiao gave a nonchnt shrug, his demeanor calm as he addressed Instructor Lee. ¡°If you manage to beat me, then from this day forward, you¡¯re excused from my military training.¡± Instructor Lee¡¯s voice was stern, his challenge to Wang Xiao clear and cold. He was skeptical of Wang Xiao¡¯s capability to best him. ¡°And you¡¯ll also agree that starting today, their training will be on par with the other sses.¡± Wang Xiao gestured towards his female ssmates from Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four, speaking to Instructor Lee with a cool detachment. ¡°Let¡¯s talk about that condition after you¡¯ve managed to defeat me!¡± Instructor Lee huffed coldly, his fist clenched tight. With a swift and eerie step, he lunged toward Wang Xiao. Military Fist! This time, Instructor Lee was bringing out the Military Fist! He was determined to teach this youngster a lesson about the unquestionable authority of an instructor. ¡°Bring it on!¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s eyebrows shot up as he, too, vanished from his spot with incredible speed. Such speed! Instructor Lee¡¯s face hardened at the sight of Wang Xiao¡¯s rapid movement. In a blink, Wang Xiao reappeared before him, his right fist clenched, hurtling toward Instructor Lee¡¯s own. ¡°Choosing to sh with me directly? Heh, you¡¯re overestimating yourself.¡± Instructor Lee¡¯s mouth twisted into a smirk. Beyond his daily training in the military, he had taken to pounding stone walls with his fists to increase their hardness. That¡¯s why he was known in the military as ¡°Iron Fist¡± Li Ping! Crash! Fists met in a collision that, rather than producing a dull thud, rang out with a crisp, metallic ng. ¡°Huh?¡± Instructor Lee¡¯s face shifted with surprise, his eyes wide as he stared at Wang Xiao. So hard! His fist felt like it had mmed into a b of iron, the force from Wang Xiao¡¯s punch reverberating powerfully. Crack! A faint sound of bone snapping echoed, followed by a sharp pain shooting through his arm. Instructor Lee¡¯s expression darkened, his teeth clenched as he fought through the pain. Just the recoil from Wang Xiao¡¯s punch had fractured two of his finger bones. ¡°Instructor Lee, you¡¯ve been defeated!¡± Wang Xiao wasn¡¯t about to let up. He looked straight at Instructor Lee and said with a light smile. No sooner had he spoken than his fist surged with power, hammering down toward Instructor Lee¡¯s fist once more. The agony of the broken bones red as Wang Xiao¡¯s fist drove forward, prompting Instructor Lee to hastily retreat a couple of steps. Whoosh! But in that moment, another figure was already upon him. A strong leg whipped through the air, and with a thunderous crack, itshed out. ¡°Oh no!¡± Instructor Lee¡¯s face contorted with rm as Wang Xiao closed in. By the time he thought to dodge, it was already toote. Bang! In the next instant, a muffled thud erupted in the air as a figure was sent flying, mming into the basketball hoop on the court before finallying to a halt. The students of Traditional Chinese Medicine ss Four on the basketball court were all staring with eyes wide open, breaths caught in their throats. The silence was so profound that you could hear a pin drop¡­ Click to visit???? OR download the app and search the book name directly?? Chapter 37 C37 ¨C You Fought with Bears Every Day in the Past In an instant, the basketball court erupted in a chorus of shock and awe. ¡°Wow, Wang Xiao actually took down Instructor Lee.¡± ¡°That¡¯s terrifying! Just one kick and Instructor Lee was sent flying.¡± ¡°Holy smokes! From now on, in Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four, Wang Xiao is the man!¡± The guys in Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four gazed at Wang Xiao with pure admiration, their eyes brimming with reverence. Meanwhile, the girls were practically swooning over him, their eyes glittering with adoration. Some of the more daring ones looked ready to devour him whole. Unbeknownst to Wang Xiao, this showdown had just earned him an army of adoring fans in his ss. ¡°He¡¯s so impressive!¡± In the crowd, Yao Beier couldn¡¯t take her eyes off Wang Xiao, murmuring in amazement. After all, what beauty doesn¡¯t fall for a hero? The gant image of Wang Xiao standing up for her had etched a deep mark in Yao Beier¡¯s heart. ¡°Cough cough¡­¡± At that moment, Instructor Lee, coughing lightly, struggled to his feet. Wang Xiao¡¯s kick had packed such a punch that even a seasoned soldier like Lee was rattled. The students of Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four watched him warily, wondering if the humiliation might set him off. ?¡±Instructor Lee, are you up for more?¡± Wang Xiao asked, his tone even and his face impassive as he looked at Lee. Instructor Lee¡¯s gaze flickered uncertainly at Wang Xiao, his fists clenching and then releasing. ¡°You¡¯ve won. From today, you¡¯re exempt from my training, but you must still show up,¡± Instructor Lee finally dered, his voice grave. ?¡±And what about them?¡± Wang Xiao, stillposed, gestured towards the group of lovely female ssmates and questioned Instructor Lee. He had stepped in because Instructor Lee¡¯s training was just too severe, especially for the girls. After all, it¡¯s well-known that beauties enjoy certain privileges worldwide. ?At Wang Xiao¡¯s words, the eyes of all the girls in ss four sparkled, looking at him with gratitude and admiration. Wang Xiao oppa, I¡¯m going to have your babies! ¡°Starting today, their training intensity will remain unchanged, but they can choose their own venue.¡± Instructor Lee¡¯s brow creased slightly at these words. He paused for a moment before speaking up. Whoa¡­ The female students from Traditional Chinese Medicine ss Four erupted in cheers upon hearing Instructor Lee¡¯s announcement, their faces alight with fervent excitement. ¡°Awesome! Wang Xiao oppa, I love you!¡± ¡°Back off, everyone! Prince Charming Wang Xiao is mine!¡± Though the rigor of their training hadn¡¯t lessened, Wang Xiao had secured for them the freedom to choose their own training grounds. This meant they weren¡¯t confined to outdoor spaces; they could opt for indoor venues. And everyone knew that Forest City University boasted several indoor facilities equipped with fans¡­ In a bold show of appreciation, some of the girls rushed to Wang Xiao, enveloping him in a big, grateful hug. In no time at all, Wang Xiao found himself at the center of attention, encircled and embraced by a bevy of young, beautiful ssmates. This spectacle left Soong Ming, Feng Lee, Lin Hua, and the other male students green with envy, grinding their teeth in jealousy as their fists clenched with audible pops. ¡°Take a ten-minute break, then resume practicing your stances. I¡¯ll step out for a bit; you¡¯re in charge of overseeing them.¡± Instructor Lee surveyed the tumultuous scene with a slight frown. He refrained from scolding them, instead pointing at Wang Xiao and warning, ¡°When I return, if your stances aren¡¯t up to par, the privilege of choosing your own venue will be revoked.¡± With that, Instructor Lee, nursing the hand with two fingers broken by Wang Xiao, took his leave. The afternoon training flew by, and as dinner time approached without Instructor Lee¡¯s return, Wang Xiao took the initiative to dismiss the group. ¡°Third Bro, the way you squared off with Instructor Lee earlier was just too cool. You have no idea how many girls in ss have been secretly asking me for your contact info,¡± Feng Lee remarked, pping Wang Xiao on the shoulder as they walked off the basketball court. ?¡±So, did you give it to them?¡± Upon hearing the words, Wang Xiao¡¯s eyes suddenly bulged, and he asked earnestly, ¡°You didn¡¯t give it out, did you?¡± ¡°Rx, Third Bro, I wouldn¡¯t dream of sharing your contact info without your say-so,¡± Feng Lee assured him, thumping his chest with a solemn look, ready to go to the mat for his brother. ¡°You actually didn¡¯t?¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s face registered shock, quickly followed by a pained look as heined to Feng Lee. He¡¯d finally had a shot at charming a girl, and Second Brother had shut him outpletely! ?¡±I thought¡­ I thought you were too picky, so I¡­¡± Feng Lee stammered, taken aback by Wang Xiao¡¯s reaction. Too picky, my foot! Do I seem like that kind of guy? Not pursuing a girl is a crime against nature; chasing after one is practically a divine duty. Don¡¯t you get it? ?Wang Xiao felt a twinge of regret and a surge of irritation, but he couldn¡¯t bring himself to me Feng Lee. He managed a nonchnt facade and said, ¡°Look, Second Bro, next time a girl asks for my number, just give it to her. Even though I might not end up dating them, making friends is always good. In this world, the more friends you have, the more paths you open up, right?¡± ¡°Uh, sure thing!¡± Feng Lee agreed, though something about Wang Xiao¡¯s noble speech seemed off to him. ?¡±Third Bro, did you ever study martial arts? The way you squared off with Instructor Lee, it didn¡¯t seem like any ordinary taekwondo,¡± Soong Ming interjected with a curious look. ?¡±Martial arts? I¡¯ve never formally studied them. I just used to spar with the little dumb bear the old man kept on the mountain. At first, the bear would always get the better of me, but over time, I turned the tables and had it begging for mercy. Maybe that¡¯s why I¡¯m a decent fighter,¡± Wang Xiao exined with a shrug and a casual tone. ?He had only learned medical arts and the use of hidden weapons from the old man. His fighting skills came from those bouts with the old man¡¯s little dumb bear. ?Hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s words, Soong Ming, Feng Lee, and Lin Hua all inhaled sharply, exchanging nces with a mix of surprise and disbelief. Fighting a bear? Was their Third Brother really that formidable? ¡°Third Brother, you¡¯re incredible. I was hoping you¡¯d show me a move or two, but that seems out of the question now,¡± Lin Hua said, sighing softly. ?¡±You¡¯re too old, your bones are set. Martial arts are no longer an option for you,¡± Wang Xiao replied, giving Lin Hua a sidelong nce, his tone even. ?¡±Wang, Wang Xiao?¡± As they were about to leave the basketball court, a shy female voice called out from behind Wang Xiao. It was melodious, reminiscent of silver bells. Wang Xiao paused and turned to see several attractive female ssmates ushering over a girl with a sweet demeanor. It was Yao Beier, the sweet-looking girl, who had called out to him. The other girls watched with amused smiles as Yao Beier approached Wang Xiao, while Soong Ming and the rest discreetly stepped aside. ?¡±Is that you? Feeling any better? You really need to build up your strength with more exercise,¡± Wang Xiao said, recognizing the frail girl and smiling warmly. ¡°I¡¯m sorry,¡± Yao Beier responded, her cheeks flushing with a delicate pink as she apologized timidly. Wang Xiao chuckled to himself. He¡¯d only made a lightheartedment; why was she apologizing? He hadn¡¯t paid much attention to Yao Beier during his scuffle with Instructor Lee, but now, taking a good look, he noticed that despite her petite stature, her figure was quite impressive beneath the camouge uniform. Her exquisitely sculpted face was so enticing, it almost made one want to take a bite, and her apologetic, forlorn expression only added to her charm. ?Feeling a bit yful, Wang Xiao leaned in close and teased her with a sly grin, ¡°What¡¯s got you so scared of me?¡± ?¡±I-I¡¯m not, not scared of you¡­¡± Yao Beier stammered, her heart racing. This was the first time a guy had gotten so close to her, and she found herself at a loss for words. This flustered demeanor is absolutely adorable! Click to visit???? OR download the app and search the book name directly?? Chapter 38 C38 ¨C Yao Beier¡¯s Pursuer Yao Beier¡¯s antics set off a wave of heartyughter among the girls who hade with her, with a few of the bolder ones even speaking up on her behalf. ¡°Bei Er, weren¡¯t you going to invite Wang Xiao to dinner as a thank-you for having your back in front of Instructor Lee?¡± ¡°Yeah, why haven¡¯t you mentioned it yet?¡± ¡°A woman chasing a man is only separated by a thin veil¡ªyou¡¯ve got to be proactive!¡± The older girls teased her with knowing looks and yful banter, causing Yao Beier to blush furiously and hide her face in her hands. They all understood that without a little nudge, Yao Beier, with her timid nature, would never find the courage to speak up. ¡°Big sisters, please, no more teasing.¡± Despite their ribbing, Yao Beier¡¯s face turned the color of a ripe apple as she bashfully addressed the girls. Her shy demeanor triggered another round of giggles from the group. ¡°Do you want to take me out to dinner?¡± Wang Xiao asked, touching his nose and giving Yao Beier an amused smile. ¡°Mhm¡­¡± With her cheeks ame, Yao Beier looked down, too shy to meet Wang Xiao¡¯s gaze, and murmured her assent in a voice as faint as a mosquito¡¯s buzz. Without Wang Xiao¡¯s keen hearing, he might not have caught her soft-spoken words. ¡°We¡¯re about to grab a bite too. Why don¡¯t you join us?¡± Wang Xiao suggested casually, the hint of a smile on his lips. He and Soong Ming were just about to head out for dinner. ¡°Actually, I just remembered I have something to take care of, so I¡¯ll be heading out now,¡± Soong Ming interjected, coughing slightly and adopting a serious tone. ?After giving Feng Lee a meaningful nce, he promptly turned and left. ¡°Third bro, I¡¯m going to assist our eldest, so I¡¯ll pass on dinner,¡± Feng Lee quickly caught on, coughing lightly and excusing himself to Wang Xiao before signaling Lin Hua. ¡°I¡¯m good, I can stick around,¡± Lin Hua responded, oblivious to Feng Lee¡¯s hint, his response apanied by a guileless grin. ¡°Hmm?¡± At that moment, the girls who had arrived with Yao Beier shot Lin Hua a fierce re, their eyes brimming with a threatening intensity. They clenched their fists tight, ready to pounce. Gulp¡­ Feeling the intense gaze of eyes seemingly ready to devour him, Lin Hua found it difficult to swallow. Panic spread across his swollen face as he turned to Wang Xiao and said in a feeble voice, ¡°Mo, I¡¯m worried Second Brother won¡¯t be enough backup for the boss. I¡¯ll go help out.¡± Before Wang Xiao could reply, Lin Hua¡¯s hefty frame shot off like a rocket, not wanting to stick around long enough to be shredded by Yao Beier¡¯s protective entourage. ?¡±Boss, Second Brother, Fourth Brother¡­ You guys.¡± Wang Xiao chuckled and shook his head as he watched Soong Ming and the others make their hasty retreats. ¡°Bei Er, we¡¯ve got things to handle, so we¡¯re heading out. You two enjoy your dinner.¡± The girls, having sessfully dispatched Lin Hua, turned to Yao Beier with smiles. ¡°Mhm¡­¡± Yao Beier¡¯s cheeks flushed a deep red as she nodded her head and murmured a response. She was well aware that her ¡®big sisters¡¯ were engineering a moment for her, leaving her a mix of flustered and bashful. The girls couldn¡¯t help but burst intoughter at the sight of Yao Beier¡¯s shyness before they left the scene, still chuckling among themselves. With just Wang Xiao and Yao Beier remaining, the air filled with an awkward tension, amplified by Yao Beier¡¯s extreme shyness. ¡°The cafeteria¡¯s probably packed right now. How about we head to the food street by the school entrance instead?¡± Wang Xiao suggested, noticing Yao Beier¡¯s blushing and downcast face. ¡°Okay!¡± Yao Beier agreed, her face lighting up with a soft nod. Soon they reached the bustling food street outside the school and settled on a cozy Sichuan-style eatery. ¡°We¡¯ll have a serving of boiled beef, one of boiled pork slices, and a cucumber sd, thanks.¡± After cing the order, Wang Xiao turned to Yao Beier with a smile, ¡°I wouldn¡¯t have guessed you¡¯re a fan of spicy food.¡± ¡°I¡¯ve been really into spicy vors since high school. They perk me up,¡± she replied. Their conversation flowed more easily as they walked, and the atmosphere between them grew more animated. Yao Beier¡¯s cheeks remained rosy, but she was now engagingfortably with Wang Xiao. The dishes arrived swiftly, and any remnants of Yao Beier¡¯s shyness were forgotten in the presence of the savory meal. She blew on a steaming slice of boiled pork and dug in with gusto. Her cheeks, already a bit plump, ballooned out after she bit into the spicy beef slices, making her resemble an adorable goldfish. ¡°Take your time eating; it¡¯s not like anyone¡¯s fighting you for it.¡± Wang Xiao couldn¡¯t help but smile at Yao Beier¡¯s endearing way of eating. For some reason, in Yao Beier¡¯s presence, Wang Xiao felt an urge to pamper her, as a brother would his little sister. ¡°Yao Beier, what brings you here?¡± Just then, a voice tinged with surprise and a hint of irritation sounded beside Wang Xiao. Turning, Wang Xiao saw a bespectacled young man in camouge gear approaching rapidly, his face a mix of astonishment and anger as he fixed his gaze on Yao Beier, then shot a hostile look at Wang Xiao. Soon after, several other freshmen in camouge joined him. ¡°What¡¯s it to you why I¡¯m here?¡± Yao Beier¡¯s smile vanished upon seeing the camouged neer, and she responded with a pout and a touch of annoyance. ¡°How can it not concern me? I¡¯ve been pursuing you since high school, Yao Beier. If you were to get a boyfriend, I should have been the first in line. Who¡¯s this guy?¡± Lei Ji¡¯s face darkened at her words, his eyes beneath the sses glinting with a chilly light as he clenched his fist and pointed at Wang Xiao. He had harbored feelings for Yao Beier since high school, and any boy who showed interest in her would be driven away by his aggression. Now, having followed Yao Beier to Forest City University, he hoped to win her over by proximity. But seeing her dining with another guy in camouge on the very first day of school infuriated him. ¡°Ah, so we have a case of ¡®straight male syndrome¡¯ here.¡± Wang Xiao pieced together the situation from the snippets of conversation between Yao Beier and Lei Ji, chuckling to himself. ¡°What¡¯s that? Say it again if you dare!¡± Lei Ji¡¯s face twisted with anger as he red at Wang Xiao. ?Unfazed by Lei Ji¡¯s threatening demeanor, Wang Xiao¡¯s lips quirked into a smirk. He coolly met Lei Ji¡¯s gaze and said, ¡°Looks like you¡¯ve not only got a bad case of straight male syndrome, but you might be a little hard of hearing too. I spoke quite clearly, yet you seem to have missed it.¡± ¡°Kid, you¡¯re cruisin¡¯ for a bruisin¡¯!¡± Lei Ji¡¯s expression turned stormy as he balled his fists, poised to strike Wang Xiao. ¡°Stop it!¡± In that moment, Yao Beier stepped forward, shielding Wang Xiao with her body. Her beautiful face was etched with anger as she confronted Lei Ji, ¡°Lei Ji, who I like or who I choose as friends is none of your business. We¡¯re just regr high school ssmates. I¡¯d appreciate it if you¡¯d stop interfering with my life from now on.¡± Yao Beier was typically reserved and shy, so the fact that she spoke up so boldly was a testament to the courage she had summoned¡ªand a clear sign of her ire. ¡°Yao Beier, you¡¯re really going to stand up for this guy?¡± Lei Ji¡¯s voice was tinged with menace as he red at her. ¡°Yes, I am!¡± Yao Beier¡¯s delicate features were set in a look of fierce resolve as she faced Lei Ji. Seeing the girl he fancied defending another guy right before his eyes, Lei Ji felt a surge of rage ignite within him. His fists tightened with an audible crack, and his eyes zed with fury. He was ready tosh out at Wang Xiao. ¡°Kid, if you¡¯re so tough, stop cowering behind a girl and take me on, one-on-one.¡± Lei Ji¡¯s gaze was dark and piercing as he challenged Wang Xiao with icy contempt. ¡°Lei Ji, you¡¯re trained in Taekwondo, and now you¡¯re a red belt. Asking Wang Xiao to fight you is just in bullying, isn¡¯t it?¡± Yao Beier¡¯s face showed a flicker of concern as she spoke firmly. ¡°Kid, are you up for it?¡± Lei Ji ignored Yao Beier¡¯sment, his intense stare fixed on Wang Xiao as he pressed for an answer. ¡°To be honest, I wouldn¡¯t normally stoop to fighting a lowlife like you, but since you insist, I can¡¯t very well say no.¡± A smirk yed at the corner of Wang Xiao¡¯s lips. He casually rested his hand on Yao Beier¡¯s shoulder and confidently said, ¡°I¡¯ve got this.¡± ¡°But¡­¡± Worry creased Yao Beier¡¯s brow at Wang Xiao¡¯s response. ¡°Don¡¯t worry. Remember Instructor Lee?¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s reassuring smile seemed to ease Yao Beier¡¯s anxiety, hinting at some shared confidence. Upon hearing the conversation, Yao Beier was reminded of Wang Xiao¡¯s prowess; he had managed to defeat Instructor Lee, after all. Could Lei Ji, as formidable as he might be, truly surpass Instructor Lee? ¡°Then take care and stay safe,¡± she cautioned Wang Xiao, her voiceced with worry. ?Wang Xiao acknowledged her concern with a nod. Lei Ji¡¯s face lit up with glee at the prospect of a match with Wang Xiao, but his expression soured upon noticing Yao Beier¡¯s evident concern for his opponent. With a frosty tone, he warned Wang Xiao, ¡°Humph, just make sure you don¡¯t end up kneeling and begging for mercy when I¡¯m through with you, kid.¡± Wang Xiao simply offered a serene smile in response and told Lei Ji, ¡°To avoid any ims of unfairness, I¡¯ll fight you with one hand tied behind my back!¡± Click to visit???? OR download the app and search the book name directly?? The Novel will be updated first on this website. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone! Chapter 39 C39 ¨C Taekwondo? It¡¯s Just a Bunch of Tricks ?Themotion erupted the instant Wang Xiao¡¯s words left his lips. The boy in the camouge uniform who had apanied Lei Ji was visibly taken aback. ¡°Insolent! He¡¯s beyond arrogant, iming he¡¯d only need one hand against Brother Lei.¡± ¡°Exactly! Does he not realize our Brother Lei is a Taekwondo red belt? He¡¯s asking for trouble.¡± ¡°Brother Lei, teach this kid a lesson. Show him what Taekwondo really is.¡± The group of boys trailing Lei Ji joined in the jeering. ¡°Hmph, kid, I don¡¯t need any favors from you. Bring it on with all you¡¯ve got.¡± Lei Ji¡¯s face darkened with a mix of anger and disdain as he addressed Wang Xiao with a chilling tone. Bolstered by his friends¡¯ taunts, Lei Ji¡¯s fists tightened, and he lunged at Wang Xiao. The diners in the restaurant, witnessing the unfolding drama, scrambled to the sides in rm, eager to avoid getting caught in the fray. ¡°Trying to stop a chariot with the arms of a mantis!¡± Wang Xiao remained unfazed as Lei Ji¡¯s punch bore down on him. With a seemingly effortless motion, he extended his right hand and deflected Lei Ji¡¯s oing fist. Crack! The crisp sound echoed through the air as Lei Ji¡¯s punch was effortlessly parried by Wang Xiao. ¡°Such incredible strength!¡± Astonishment washed over Lei Ji¡¯s face as he stared at Wang Xiao, bewildered. ?He alone knew the full force of his punch, yet Wang Xiao had casually brushed it aside. The power behind Wang Xiao¡¯s palm was formidable indeed! ?¡±Your punch packs a decent punch too,¡± Wang Xiao remarked with a light smile, acknowledging Lei Ji¡¯s strength. ¡°Humph, then test out the strength of my kicks!¡± Lei Ji retorted with a cold snort. ?His fists may have been powerful, but his true expertisey in Taekwondo; his kicks were exponentially more potent. With a fierce re and a swift movement, Lei Ji¡¯s legs propelled him forward,unching a spinning left kick at Wang Xiao. ?The sound of his whish kick slicing through the air carried an intimidating whistle, signaling the sheer force behind it. ¡°A test of leg strength, you say? Very well, let¡¯s see what you¡¯ve got.¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s lips curled into a slight grin. His body shifted, and his legs blurred into twin shadows, striking out like venomous snakes, aiming for Lei Ji¡¯s iing kick. Thud! Legs shed, sending a muffled echo through the air, quickly followed by a booming explosion of sound. Wang Xiao stood his ground, his right leg poised in the aftermath of the kick, while Lei Ji staggered back several steps. ¡°Thunder Chicken, huh? Seems like your leg strength is pretty mediocre,¡± Wang Xiao said, a smirk ying on his lips as he slowly withdrew his right leg, his gaze on Lei Ji cool and detached. ?¡±Thunder Chicken?¡± Lei Ji¡¯splexion darkened at the taunt, his eyes turning icy and fierce. Clenching his fists, he spat out through gritted teeth, ¡°My name is Lei Ji, not Thunder Chicken!¡± Pain etched across his face as the words left his mouth. Lei Ji nced down at his right calf to find a sizable bruise blossoming there, right where it had collided with Wang Xiao¡¯s leg. ¡°How could this be? How could you possibly injure me?¡± The sight of the bruise sent a wave of shock across Lei Ji¡¯s face. He had trained in Taekwondo for four to five years, relentlessly kicking sandbags. His legs weren¡¯t iron, but they were tough. It was inconceivable that Wang Xiao could inflict such a bruise with a mere kick. ¡°Thunder Chicken, nothing is impossible in this world. You must realize that a firefly¡¯s glow will neverprehend the brilliance of the sun and moon,¡± Wang Xiao said, his voice steady and his face impassive as he regarded Lei Ji. ?¡±I refuse to believe it. How could you be a match for me?¡± Anger red in Lei Ji¡¯s eyes, his face shadowed with fury. Ignoring the throbbing pain in his knee, he bellowed as he rose to his feet, his injured leg pressing into the ground as heunched another kick at Wang Xiao. His kick was ferocious, as if he were ready to risk it all in a fight to the death. But Wang Xiao, unppable, simply remarked, ¡°So quick to a life-or-death struggle?¡± In the midst of speaking, he shifted, vanishing from sight. Whoosh¡­ A secondter, Lei Ji sensed a figure materialize before him, arge hand bearing down. Damn! Lei Ji¡¯s face contorted as he tried to dodge, but with his left leg fully extended in a kick, he couldn¡¯t pull back in time. Therge hand was already upon him. ¡°Mmm¡­¡± Lei Ji could only feel his head being forcefully held down before he was sent crashing backward, his skull hitting the ground with a thud, much like a coconut being smashed by Wang Xiao. Crack¡­ The crisp sound of the collision echoed in the air. Dizziness overwhelmed Lei Ji; his whole body spun out of control as hey on the ground, convulsing. The scene sent the other boys in camouge into a frenzy. ¡°Good lord, Brother Lei actually got taken down.¡± ¡°How can this be? Brother Lei is a red belt in taekwondo, a real pro, and this kid just took him out with ease.¡± Beyond their shock, the boys in camouge couldn¡¯t hide the anger on their faces. A crew-cut boy spat out, ¡°This punk thinks he can go after Brother Lei¡¯s girl and just walk away? No way. We¡¯re taking him down together.¡± ¡°Yeah, let¡¯s do this. With all of us here, there¡¯s no way we can¡¯t beat him!¡± Another boy in camouge agreed. Both were close to Lei Ji and couldn¡¯t stand by while he was defeated. Their rallying cry turned the faces of the others to stone as they all fixed a menacing stare on Wang Xiao. ¡°What do you think you¡¯re doing? Lei Ji agreed to a fair fight, one-on-one.¡± Yao Beier¡¯s face tensed as she saw the hostile looks from the boys in camouge, and she quickly spoke up. ¡°Hmph, Brother Lei said he¡¯d fight this guy one-on-one. He never said he wouldn¡¯t let us all have a go at him!¡± The boy with the crew cut stepped forward, sneering at Yao Beier, with the others chiming in behind him. ¡°Despicable!¡± Yao Beier¡¯s face flushed with anger, her adorable eyes zing as she clenched her teeth. ¡°Don¡¯t worry. Even if they alle at me, they¡¯re no match for me. Trash will always be trash.¡± At that moment, Wang Xiao tossed the unconscious Lei Ji aside and stood up, reassuring Yao Beier. ¡°You dare call us trash? You¡¯re asking for it!¡± The crew cut boy¡¯s face turned to thunder upon hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s words. He gestured to the others andmanded, ¡°Let¡¯s go, all of us! Time to get revenge for Brother Lei!¡± ¡°Alright!¡± The boys in camouge uniforms shouted in unison, their fists clenched as they charged at Wang Xiao. ¡°Summer¡¯s here, and so are the flies. Since you¡¯ve alle at me together, I¡¯ll just take care of you in one go.¡± Wang Xiao let out a cold sneer as he watched the group bear down on him. Shaking his head with a light sigh, his gaze sharpened dramatically as he finished speaking. Swoosh¡­ No sooner had his words faded than he vanished from his spot. Bang! Bang! Bang! A series of muffled thuds echoed through the air in quick session. One by one, the crew cut guy and his cohorts were sent flying like rag dolls, mming into the surrounding tables and chairs. In a mere moment, they were all sprawled on the floor, writhing and howling in agony. And then, as if nothing had happened, Wang Xiao reappeared in his original spot, his demeanor calm. He nced at the groaning figures on the ground and shook his head. ¡°Was this really necessary? Did you have to push me to act?¡± Hiss¡­ The entire restaurant fell silent as the onlooking guests gasped, their eyes wide with awe as they fixed their stares on Wang Xiao, who stood like a god of war among them. Before their eyes, with just a sway of his form, Wang Xiao had dispatched all the camouged assants in an instant. Was this guy even human? ¡°So cool!¡± Even Yao Beier, standing to the side, couldn¡¯t help but stare dreamily at Wang Xiao, whispering to herself in wonder. He had the guts to challenge an instructor¡¯s authority for her¡­ The courage to protect her from the harassment of Lei Ji¡¯s admirers¡­ Handsome, with such impressive skills¡­ Who exactly was he? A flurry of questions raced through Yao Beier¡¯s mind, her curiosity growing with each passing second. When a girl starts to get curious about a guy, it often signals the start of a story¡­ ¡°Want to keep going?¡± Wang Xiao approached the crew cut guy, his voice calm and collected. ¡°No, no more fighting,¡± the guy stammered, his face draining of color as he scrambled to his knees, pleading for mercy. ?What a joke! He couldn¡¯t even see how Wang Xiao made his move, so what business did he have trying to pick a fight with Wang Xiao? ¡°Enough fighting. Cough up a few hundred bucks, and do it quick.¡± Wang Xiao gazed at the crew-cut kid with a calm expression and spoke in an even tone. ¡°What? Big bro, are you saying this is a robbery?¡± The crew-cut kid was initially taken aback, then spoke up timidly. But under Wang Xiao¡¯s imposing presence, he reluctantly pulled out five hundred yuan from his wallet and handed it over to Wang Xiao. ¡°Robbery? You¡¯ve smashed up all this furniture. You think you shouldn¡¯t have topensate for the damage?¡± Wang Xiao shot the crew-cut kid an angry look and spoke with a chilly voice. Without missing a beat, he grabbed the five hundred yuan and handed it to the middle-aged restaurant owner. The crew-cut kid¡¯s face was a picture of grievance. They were the ones who got thrashed, and now they had to foot the bill? But he didn¡¯t dare voice hisint. Only after Wang Xiao had settled up with the restaurant owner did he venture to ask in a meek voice, ¡°Big Brother, are we free to go now?¡± Click to visit???? OR download the app and search the book name directly?? Chapter 40 C40 ¨C Rebirth Camp Team, Mei Ying ¡°Scram, and from now on, when I¡¯m around, stay at least five meters away from me.¡± Wang Xiao spoke with a cool detachment, his voice icy as he addressed the crew cut guy and hispanions. ¡°Yes, yes, yes.¡± Thoroughly beaten by Wang Xiao, the crew cut guy didn¡¯t dare object, nodding his head in rapid agreement. With that, he and his camo-d friends prepared to leave. ¡°Hold it right there!¡± Wang Xiao¡¯smanding voice stopped them in their tracks, resonating with authority. ¡°Big brother, is there something else?¡± The crew cut guy turned stiffly, his face a picture of misery as he looked back at Wang Xiao. ¡°Drag him away; he¡¯s ruining my appetite.¡± Wang Xiao gestured toward the unconscious Lei Ji, addressing the crew cut guy. ¡°Yes¡­¡± The guy with the crew cut hastily nodded, signaling his friends to lift Lei Ji and they quickly exited the restaurant, their pace almost Olympic in its speed. Once they were gone, the onlookers in the restaurant breathed a collective sigh of relief, yet their gazes remained filled with awe when they looked at Wang Xiao. ?¡±Wang Xiao, I¡¯m full. Let¡¯s head back.¡± Having lost her appetite after the ordeal, Yao Beier tugged at Wang Xiao¡¯s sleeve and spoke in a soft voice. ¡°There¡¯s still so much boiled beef left. Are you sure you¡¯re full already?¡± Wang Xiao was taken aback, looking at Yao Beier with a hint of surprise. However, catching the worry in her eyes, he said nothing more and nodded, acquiescing to her request. ?As evening fell over Forest City University, a tall, handsome man and a sweet-faced girl walked shoulder to shoulder. The warm glow of the streetlights bathed them, casting their elongated shadows on the ground where they merged together. Yao Beier¡¯s cheeks were tinged with a delicate blush, her face awash with shyness as she looked down, unsure of what to say. ¡°Are you always this shy?¡± Wang Xiao, amused by Yao Beier¡¯s endearing timidity, couldn¡¯t suppress a smile as he gently teased her. ¡°Ah, um¡­¡± Hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s words, Yao Beier was momentarily taken aback, then her face warmed with a deeper blush as she looked down and murmured a flustered response. Does he think it¡¯s bad for me to be this way? I don¡¯t want to be so shy either¡­ Yao Beier¡¯s heart raced, her mind swirling with odd thoughts. ¡°You¡¯re so adorable, haha¡­¡± Wang Xiao chuckled upon seeing Yao Beier¡¯s bashful demeanor, and couldn¡¯t resist patting her head gently. Boom¡­ Yao Beier felt a quiver run through her petite frame, her cheeks flushing. Her delicate face, as exquisite as carved jade, was awash with shyness, and her snow-white hands iled uncertainly. Is he¡­ is he calling me cute? How mortifying! ¡°Cute? How am I¡­ cute?¡± Yao Beier blinked her sparkling eyes and murmured timidly. ¡°It¡¯s gettingte; I should take you back.¡± Wang Xiao, buoyed by Yao Beier¡¯s endearing look, suggested with a lightugh. But Yao Beier¡¯s face subtly shifted at his words, a flutter of panic stirring within her. He¡¯s suggesting taking me back so soon¡­ Does that mean he doesn¡¯t want to spend time with me? Is he repelled by me? ¡°Silly girl, don¡¯t think too much. If I don¡¯t take you back now, your roommate sisters will start worrying,¡± Wang Xiao said, seeing through her concerns and smiling as he tousled her hair. ?Reassured by his words, Yao Beier rxed a bit. The two chatted andughed all the way back, the mood lively and warm. ?Upon reaching the girls¡¯ dormitory, they found many first-year students in camouge, cozying up to each other after a day¡¯s military training. Rtionships had blossomed quickly, with some audacious neers embracing and exchanging sweet nothings. ¡°Wang Xiao, you can head back; I¡¯ll go in on my own.¡± Yao Beier, her face tinged with red, turned to Wang Xiao and spoke with a hint of shyness. Her heart was in turmoil, her head a whirlwind of thoughts. Was she actually on a date with Wang Xiao tonight? Should she be doing something with him at this moment? ¡°Alright!¡± Wang Xiao nodded, his attention drawn to the flirtatious gestures of the freshmen couples nearby. A sly grin spread across his face as he leaned in close to Yao Beier, chuckling, ¡°Little beauty Yao Beier, isn¡¯t this the time when you should do something?¡± ¡°Ah¡­¡± Yao Beier¡¯s cheeks flushed at Wang Xiao¡¯s advance and his roguish smile. Her hands, white as jade, fidgeted aimlessly, her gaze flitting about in disarray. Was this him trying to take advantage of her? Was she about to let him? Yao Beier¡¯s heart raced. She didn¡¯t dislike Wang Xiao¡ªin fact, she quite fancied him¡ªbut to kiss him so quickly? That didn¡¯t sit well with her traditional values. ?¡±No, no, it¡¯s too soon,¡± she finally managed to murmur, her face burning. ?¡±Haha, I was only kidding, just teasing you a bit. Get some rest; I¡¯m heading out,¡± Wang Xiao said, a triumphant thrill in his voice at her bashful reaction. ?With a wave to Yao Beier, he turned and strolled away. ¡°Jerk!¡± Yao Beier¡¯s face grew even hotter, her lips pursing in a mix of annoyance and embarrassment. That Wang Xiao was bad news! Such an impudent Wang Xiao! She had been so torn up over him! Absolutely maddening! Watching Wang Xiao¡¯s retreating figure, Yao Beier stamped her foot in a mix of shame and anger. Her cheeks were a rosy pink, and her eyes, dark as onyx, followed his departure with a glint of mixed emotions. ¡°Hey, Bei¡¯er, back so soon? How far did things go with Wang Xiao?¡± Upon Yao Beier¡¯s return to the girls¡¯ dormitory, a bevy of big sisters in sultry sleepwear swarmed around her, their teasing voices ovepping. ¡°Don¡¯t tell me, you¡¯ve already held hands, hugged, and even kissed?¡± One particrly seductive sister winked and asked with a mischievous grin. ?¡±No, no,¡± Yao Beier stammered, her face awash with a fresh wave of red as she faced the yful interrogation of her roommates. ¡°No? Makes sense, considering there¡¯s military training tomorrow. Going overboard would just make things awkward to maneuver.¡± Another hearty big sister gave Yao Beier¡¯s shoulder a reassuring pat, understandingly. ¡°Enough already, you¡¯re making me blush.¡± Yao Beier¡¯s pale hand flew to her flushed face as she bashfully responded to the big sisters¡¯ daringments, prompting a chorus ofughter from the girls. ¡­¡­ As the night deepened, a secluded street in Forest City¡¯s Eastern District was shrouded in darkness. Swoosh¡­ In an instant, dozens of ck shadows appeared atop the streetmps lining both sides of the street. Their silhouettes cast eerie and mysterious shadows on the pavement below. ¡°This must be where Jia Er met his end.¡± A chilling, raspy voice emanated from one of the shadows perched on a streetmp. Clutching a wide machete and radiating a frigid aura of malice, it was none other than Xue Ying, the captain of the Rebirth Camp squad. ¡°Captain, what¡¯s our next move?¡± Inquired another shadow from atop a different streetmp. ¡°I¡¯ve got word that Wang Xiao is at Forest City University in the Northern District.¡± Xue Ying¡¯s voice was icy as he spoke. ¡°Captain, Forest City University is a prestigious institution in Jiangnan Province. With the freshman military training in full swing, barging in tomit murder could draw unwanted attention from the military and certain agencies!¡± A long-haired shadow interjected, her voice tinged with a sweet concern. ¡°Then we¡¯ll have to lure him out and strike off-campus. Mei Ying, this task is yours.¡± Xue Ying¡¯s demeanor remained cool, his gaze settling on the long-haired shadow. ¡°Understood!¡± Mei Ying replied without hesitation, her tone even, ¡°I¡¯ll seduce him out.¡± Confidence in her allure was evident in the Rebirth Camp assassin known as Mei Ying. ¡°Dismissed.¡± ?Xue Ying wasted no further words. With a nod, he vanished from the streetmp, leaving only its elongated shadow behind. Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh! At his signal, the other Rebirth Camp assassins sprang into action, vanishing into the night. In an instant, the shadows of ten streetmps stretched across the vast street, casting a dim glow on the pavement. It was so dark and deserted, it almost seemed as if no one had ever set foot on this ce. Click to visit???? OR download the app and search the book name directly?? Chapter 41 C41 ¨C Instructor Lee¡¯s Worries From the second day forward, Instructor Lee honored his promise, giving the students of Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four the freedom to choose their own training location. The boys deferred the choice to the girls, and the unanimous decision was the Taekwondo dojo at Forest City University. The Taekwondo Club at Forest City University is among the top ten student organizations on campus, which exins why their dojo is so spacious¡ªit was converted from an indoor basketball court. This dojo boasts two central air conditioning units that run for 12 hours during the day, ensuring a warm environment in winter and a cool one in summer. It¡¯s a dream training spot for all students undergoing military training. Yet, most instructors, while not overly harsh, would typically only allow training in the shade of trees, never in thefort of the Taekwondo dojo, as it would contradict the principles of military training. If it weren¡¯t for Instructor Lee losing a bet, he would never have consented to use the Taekwondo dojo. ¡°Now that the venue is settled, let¡¯s head over. But just to be clear, this is your choice, not mine. I don¡¯t have the authority to take over your school¡¯s Taekwondo dojo. Whether or not you can use it is something you¡¯ll need to negotiate yourselves.¡± In the basketball court, Instructor Lee, with two fingers on his right hand bandaged, spoke with a stern face, his gaze fixed on Wang Xiao. He still felt a twinge of embarrassment over being bested by a student inbat. ¡°Don¡¯t worry, Instructor Lee. We get it. No special treatment. It was our idea to go, not yours,¡± they reassured him. ¡°Exactly. And about the venue, rest easy. With so many girls in our ss, a single flirtatious nce is all it¡¯ll take to knock the Taekwondo Club¡¯s leader off their feet,¡± they joked. Hearing this, the boys from Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four chuckled mischievously, winking at Instructor Lee as if to say, ¡°Leave it to us.¡± The girls stood tall, chests out, radiating confidence. After all, what can¡¯t be solved with a wink? And if that doesn¡¯t work, just throw in another! ¡°Let¡¯s get moving!¡± Upon hearing the crowd¡¯s consensus, Instructor Lee¡¯s face softened before he spoke with authority. ¡°Instructor Lee is invincible!¡± ¡°Time to head out¡ªwe¡¯ve got military training at the Taekwondo club.¡± The students of Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four erupted into joyful screams and cheers. Students from other sses could hear the jubnt sounds from afar, their faces painted with envy. ¡°Instructor, this isn¡¯t fair. Why does Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four get to train at the Taekwondo club? We want in too.¡± At that moment, a few daring boys from other sses raised their hands in protest to their own instructors. The instructors, upon hearing this, clenched their fists until they crackled and sneered, ¡°Alright, if any of you can meet my challenge, I¡¯ll let you train at the Taekwondo club too.¡± Gulp¡­ The boys, who had been protesting vociferously, suddenly found it hard to swallow and cast fearful nces at their instructors. ¡°Are you kidding? Sparring with the instructor? That¡¯s just asking for trouble.¡± ¡°Someone from Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four actually took on the instructor and won? Can that be true?¡± ¡°That guy must be incredibly tough!¡± The rumor quickly spread among the freshmen at Forest City University that a prodigy from Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four had bested an army instructor in a duel. The news sent shockwaves through the freshman ss, and even some sophomores caught wind of the tale. A few skeptical first-years even challenged their own instructors, only to be soundly thrashed. That quickly brought them in line. Witnessing their instructor¡¯s formidable prowess, the onlooking students were struck with fear, and their training intensified¡ªnone wanted to risk their instructor¡¯s wrath. To the surprise of the instructors themselves, this whole episode had unexpectedly tripled their training efficiency. ¡­¡­ Inside the Taekwondo club, the students of Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four practiced their stances and marching drills, basking in the cool breeze of the air conditioning. Each student¡¯s face was aglow with contentment, their smiles a testament to their happiness. They could hardly believe that their military training would one day take ce in an air-conditioned indoor facility. Across the venue, a group of sophomore Taekwondo Club members were diligently practicing. Yet, amidst their training, they couldn¡¯t help but steal nces at the beauties from Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four, murmuring among themselves. ¡°Wow, the new students this year are really something. So many beautiful girls.¡± ¡°Absolutely. They¡¯re all studying TCM. Imagine getting one of them to give you daily massages, acupuncture, and cupping therapy. That¡¯d be the life¡­¡± These Taekwondo Club members whispered conspiratorially, their eyes gleaming with avarice as they engaged in their lewd discussions. When the Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four students arrived at the Taekwondo dojo, they were somewhat taken aback. Upon learning that the TCM students wished to share their space, the student in charge of the dojo was initially hesitant. He wasn¡¯t the club president, after all, and couldn¡¯t make such decisions on his own. But the Taekwondo Club members below were unanimously in favor, especially after being cajoled and charmed by a group of attractive young women. The student in charge felt like he was on top of the world and didn¡¯t hesitate to give his approval. ?If the president were to question his decisionter, he¡¯d simply say it was a unanimous vote by the members, and he was merely honoring the will of the people. Hadn¡¯t he noticed how the presence of the TCM female students seemed to invigorate the club members, who now trained with exceptional zeal? ¡°Did you ever train in martial arts before?¡± Instructor Lee and Wang Xiao stood on the dojo¡¯s tform, observing the students below. Out of the blue, Instructor Lee posed the question to Wang Xiao. ?¡±Just a bit,¡± Wang Xiao replied with a light smile. ¡°Ever thought about enlisting? Serving your country with pride?¡± Instructor Lee¡¯s face lit up with understanding before he spoke. Wang Xiao was taken aback; he hadn¡¯t expected Instructor Lee to broach such a topic. He chuckled and responded, ¡°Instructor Lee, what made you ask me that all of a sudden?¡± ¡°Today¡¯s Hua Xia, despite its prosperity, is constantly threatened by those who seek to undermine its very foundations. Countless treacherous deeds are carried out in the shadows. Hua Xia will always need protectors. You have talent, and I hope you¡¯ll consider enlisting to serve your country¡­¡± Instructor Lee¡¯s face took on a grave expression, his eyes piercing as he spoke with a resonant voice. ¡°There¡¯s no such thing as evesting tranquility in this world. It¡¯s only because some are willing to bear the burden and march forward on our behalf!¡± Boom¡­ Wang Xiao¡¯s body jolted at Instructor Lee¡¯s words, his previously casual gaze sharpening with solemnity. Wasn¡¯t this statement a tribute to the soldiers? Hua Xia¡¯s current prosperity and stability were thanks to the silent guardianship of its devoted soldiers! ¡°So, is this why you¡¯re training them so rigorously?¡± Wang Xiao locked eyes with Instructor Lee, gesturing towards the students of Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four on the training field, his voice subdued. ¡°Yes, their physical strength iscking. In 13 days, when the military training concludes, I¡¯ll be leaving. So, during these 13 days, I want to do everything I can to improve their condition¡­¡± Instructor Lee spoke evenly, his demeanor unppable. Wang Xiao¡¯s earlier grievances with Instructor Lee began to ebb away. He was more than apetent soldier; he was an exceptional instructor. His love, however, was undeniably stern. ¡°It seems we¡¯ve all misjudged you.¡± A smile crept across Wang Xiao¡¯s face as he addressed Instructor Lee, ¡°Behind your back, they¡¯ve taken to calling you the ¡®Demon Instructor.''¡± ¡°If they remember me for the rest of their lives, that¡¯s quite an honor,¡± Instructor Lee replied with a smile. ?It was the first time Wang Xiao had seen Instructor Lee smile. Though it was a mere curl of the lips, Wang Xiao could tell it was genuine. Yet, Instructor Lee¡¯s smile was somewhat less than charming. ¡°Serving your country doesn¡¯t necessarily mean joining the military. Whether you¡¯re farming thend or teaching, as long as your heart is with Hua Xia, that too is patriotism, isn¡¯t it?¡± Wang Xiao turned to face Instructor Lee, his mouth curving in earnest, his spine straightening as if he were a sword drawn from its scabbard. ¡°As long as one¡¯s heart is with China, even farming and teaching can be acts of patriotism¡­¡± Upon hearing this, Instructor Lee mulled over the words several times. Then, his eyes brightened suddenly, and he raised his gaze to Wang Xiao, admitting, ¡°You¡¯re right. I¡¯ve been too narrow-minded. My apologies.¡± His apology was heartfelt, not merely a formality. Having enlisted right after high school, he had always believed that military service was the truest way to serve his country. The inte was rife with stories of female university studentspromising their morals for money, neglecting their studies, and making questionable choices, which infuriated him. So when he encountered the pampered demeanor of the girls from Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four, he was less than weing. But after spending two days with them, Instructor Lee recognized a resilient streak in these students. Despite their delicate constitutions, they faced his rigorous training with determination and perseverance. They were nothing like the girls he¡¯d read about online. This revtion left him both stunned and heartened. Realizing his mistake after Wang Xiao¡¯s remark, he offered a contrite apology. ¡°Instructor, you¡¯re being too hard on yourself. Your willingness to let us train at the Taekwondo club shows you¡¯re a man of integrity. We all hold you in high regard,¡± Wang Xiao said, a gentle smile on his face. ?Instructor Lee responded with a light smile of his own. With their misunderstandings behind them, the two engaged in a warm and friendly conversation. Click to visit???? OR download the app and search the book name directly?? Chapter 42 C42 ¨C One on One or Group Fight.? With half an hour left in the morning training session, Instructor Lee, noting the students¡¯ earnest efforts, tasked Wang Xiao with overseeing the training for Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four. Then, he slipped away to enjoy a little downtime. ?¡±Instructor Lee sure knows how to make the most of his resources,¡± Wang Xiao remarked with a wry smile, watching Lee¡¯s nonchnt departure. Once Lee was out of sight, Wang Xiao, acting as the interim ss leader for Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four, took over the reins and continued the training. The ss stood in neat rows, sweat drenching their faces, yet they all persevered with determination. ?¡±Yao Beier, can you keep going?¡± Wang Xiao approached her with a yful smile. ¡°I can keep going,¡± Yao Beier replied, her petite frame at the front of the formation. Despite the sweat glistening on her delicate face and her body swaying, she spoke through clenched teeth. Underneath her sweet and fragile exterior, she harbored a fierce tenacity. ?¡±Alright, but if you feel you can¡¯t continue, just let me know. I¡¯ll give you permission to take a break,¡± Wang Xiao offered, still smiling. Hisment, however, set off a chorus of howls from the other students in Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four. ¡°Look at ss Rep Wang, ying favorites and giving Yao Beier the VIP treatment to rest!¡± one student teased. ¡°It¡¯s like feeding us dog food¡ªstraight up PDA!¡± another chimed in. ¡°I wouldn¡¯t mind a bit of that special attention from Principal Wang myself,¡± a third student joked. The ss was abuzz with yful banter, their teasing nces flitting between Yao Beier and Wang Xiao. It was all in good fun, just a bit of ribbing between ssmates. ?Yao Beier¡¯s cheeks flushed a deep crimson as the teasing reached her ears. She shyly bowed her head, her heart fluttering with embarrassment. Had everyone gotten the wrong idea about her and Wang Xiao? What was she to do? Should they set the record straight? What if they don¡¯t believe me? Yao Beier¡¯s mind was in turmoil, her hands as pale as lotus roots fidgeting aimlessly. Finally, biting her lip, she summoned the courage to assert to Wang Xiao, ¡°Wang Xiao, it¡¯s not necessary. I can keep up with the rest of the students.¡± Wang Xiao caught the mix of shyness and defiance on Yao Beier¡¯s face and shot a re at Soong Ming, Feng Lee, and Lin Hua. Those three had been the most raucous instigators! ¡°Hey, is your name Wang Xiao?¡± At that moment, a brash voice sounded from behind Wang Xiao. He raised an eyebrow and turned to see who it was. A few upperssmen d in Taekwondo uniforms approached with swagger, the speaker among them looking particrly thuggish. ¡°Yes, that¡¯s me. What do you want?¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s gaze was cool as he addressed the hooligan. ¡°Just making sure it¡¯s you. Now, kneel and bow your head three times to our big brother Ting!¡± The thug hadn¡¯t even finished speaking when his bespectacled sidekick sneered at Wang Xiao. Realizing the seniors were looking for trouble, all the students from Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four halted their training to rally behind Wang Xiao. ¡°And who exactly are you to demand our ssmate kneel and bow to you?¡± Soong Ming, Wang Xiao¡¯s roommate, was quick to take offense. He stepped forward, his temper ring as he confronted the Taekwondo underling with a scornful snort. ¡°I¡­¡± The bespectacled boy was about to retort when the one known as Brother Ting gestured for silence. Brother Ting then turned his attention to Wang Xiao, who had remainedposed throughout. ¡°Wang Xiao, I¡¯m impressed. With your unppable nature, it¡¯s no surprise Lei Ji lost to you.¡± ¡°Lei Ji? Are you here to avenge him?¡± Upon hearing Lei Ting¡¯s words, Wang Xiao¡¯s understanding dawned, and he responded with an even-keeled tone. ¡°Correct, I¡¯m Lei Ji¡¯s cousin, Lei Ting.¡± Lei Ting gave a nod, addressing Wang Xiao. As he spoke, his gaze briefly swept over Yao Beier before he added, ¡°Truth be told, I usually wouldn¡¯t bother with Lei Ji¡¯s romantic entanglements. But since I was the one who trained him in Taekwondo, and you¡¯ve gone and beaten him, it¡¯s as if you¡¯ve pped me in the face. I can¡¯t just stand by and do nothing.¡± Arrogance was written all over Lei Ting¡¯s face, his wordsced with a domineering air, his expression screaming, ¡°I¡¯m going to take you down.¡± The students of Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four were visibly taken aback by Lei Ting¡¯s deration, sparking a flurry of conversation. ¡°Did I just hear that right? Yao Beier was harassed, and our ss monitor, Wang Xiao, stepped in and took the guy down?¡± ¡°Is this the ssic tale of a hero saving the damsel? School¡¯s only been in session for two days, and it feels like a whirlwind of events.¡± ¡°Are we missing the point here? The real deal is Lei Ting¡¯s ck belt. That¡¯s a Taekwondo master¡¯s belt he¡¯s wearing!¡± One student zeroed in on the crucial detail, his voice grave. It was then that the rest of the students took note of Lei Ting¡¯s ck belt, their faces clouding with concern. The chatter of the Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four students reached Lei Ting¡¯s ears, prompting him to stand a little taller, a smug look on his face. ¡°Is it going to be a fair fight, or are you nning to jump me?¡± To everyone¡¯s surprise, Wang Xiao remained unppable and calmly asked Lei Ting. ¡°What?¡± Lei Ting was momentarily taken aback, struggling to process the response. Wasn¡¯t Wang Xiao supposed to be begging for mercy after realizing the caliber of his Taekwondo ck belt? Why was he inquiring about a one-on-one fight or a group brawl? This was not at all what Lei Ting had anticipated. ¡°All this talk¡ªisn¡¯t it just because you want to throw down with me?¡± Wang Xiao regarded Lei Ting with a cool gaze and posed the question. ¡°Uh, well, yes.¡± Lei Ting, caught off guard, found himself nodding in agreement. ¡°Let¡¯s not waste any more time. Are we going for a one-on-one, or is this going to be an all-out brawl?¡± Wang Xiao spoke with an even tone. Without a moment¡¯s hesitation, Soong Ming and the others stepped forward to stand by Wang Xiao. Dorm brothers stick together¡ªno way they¡¯d stand by while Wang Xiao was pushed around. The hesitation was brief among the other boys from Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four. Lei Ting¡¯s reputation for strength gave them pause, but ultimately, they rallied behind Wang Xiao. Lei Ting, upon hearing Wang Xiao, took note of the twenty ss Four boys backing him. With only a handful of his own allies, doubt crept in. ¡°Wang Xiao, you¡¯ve got numbers on your side¡ªclearly a case of the many against the few. If you¡¯re brave enough, face me one-on-one!¡± Lei Ting¡¯s fists were tight as he red at Wang Xiao, his voice tinged with anger. ¡°Uh¡­¡± Wang Xiao felt a surge of warmth at the sight of Soong Ming and the others behind him, but he turned to Lei Ting with a reassuring smile. ¡°You¡¯ve got it all wrong. They¡¯re not going to step in.¡± ¡°Wang Xiao¡­¡± Soong Ming and the rest were taken aback by his words. They were about to object when Wang Xiao gestured for silence. ¡°This issue is personal, and it¡¯s not appropriate for you to intervene.¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s gaze moved across Soong Ming, the other two, and the rest of the boys from his ss as he spoke. ¡°What are you saying, Wang Xiao? Are you implying we¡¯re not your brothers? You expect us to just watch you get bullied by an outsider?¡± Soong Ming¡¯s eyes were wide with indignation as he spoke. ¡°Exactly!¡± The other boys chimed in, equally upset. ¡°Hear me out. The reason I don¡¯t want you involved is just one part of it. The other reason is¡­¡± Wang Xiao raised his hand to calm the rising tempers. ¡°If Instructor Lee finds out that I led you into a brawl while he was away, the hard-earned privileges we¡¯ve secured could vanish. You should be thinking not just of yourselves, but also of the female ssmates.¡± With that, Wang Xiao gestured towards the girls from ss Four. Upon hearing this, Soong Ming and his peers turned their gaze to the female students who had been training all morning at the Taekwondo dojo, drenched in sweat. If they were to train outside under the scorching sun, heatstroke would be inevitable¡­ With this thought, the previously outraged boys of Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four fell silent. The girls gently bit their lips, seemingly frustrated at their inability to lend a hand. ¡°Don¡¯t worry, I¡¯m the guy who can take down Instructor Lee,¡± Wang Xiao reassured them with a smile, noticing the dampened spirits of his ssmates. ?At Wang Xiao¡¯s confident deration, a spark of hope ignited in everyone¡¯s eyes. ¡°Exactly, Wang Xiao is the one who beat Instructor Lee!¡± ¡°Thunder and his crew are the ones who should be worried, not us!¡± Wang Xiao finally breathed a sigh of relief when he saw the worry lines on Soong Ming and the others¡¯ faces ease. ¡°Wang Xiao, if they don¡¯t step in, what are you suggesting? A one-on-one or a brawl?¡± Lei Ting chimed in, questioning Wang Xiao with a hint of skepticism. ?¡±Do I really need to spell it out for you?¡± Wang Xiao retorted, turning to face Lei Ting and his Taekwondockeys with a shrug. ¡°One-on-one means I¡¯ll take you down individually. As for a brawl, that¡¯s even simpler ¨C you alle at me together!¡± Click to visit???? OR download the app and search the book name directly?? Chapter 43 C43 ¨C Beat up the Taekwondo Team ¡°What?¡± Upon hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s deration, Lei Ting was initially taken aback, his face quickly contorting with rage. So arrogant! He had never encountered someone so brazen! To challenge all of them to a one-on-one fight? Clearly, he didn¡¯t regard these Taekwondo practitioners with any respect! ¡°Kid, you¡¯ve got quite an ego!¡± ¡°Heh, a freshman with such audacity. You¡¯re truly clueless about the danger you¡¯re courting!¡± The faces of the Taekwondo Club members behind Lei Ting darkened as they red at Wang Xiao, their eyes seething with fury. ¡°Wang Xiao, just because you¡¯ve picked up a few martial arts moves doesn¡¯t mean you can strut around here. We¡¯re all trained in Taekwondo.¡± Lei Ting¡¯s face was a picture of disgust as he clenched his fists and addressed Wang Xiao with icy disdain. ¡°I¡¯m saying this precisely because you¡¯ve all studied Taekwondo. To me, Taekwondo is nothing more than showy moves without substance!¡± Wang Xiao responded with a nonchnt shrug, maintaining hisposure as he faced Lei Ting and the others. He had little regard for these Taekwondo enthusiasts. In and rich with martial arts traditions like China, they had chosen to pursue Taekwondo, a choice he found misguided and pandering to foreign tastes. ¡°Spot on!¡± Soong Ming and the rest of Wang Xiao¡¯s supporters chimed in with their approval, pping enthusiastically. Lei Ting¡¯s scowl deepened at the sound of their apuse. He fixed Wang Xiao with an icy stare and spoke with a chilling tone, ¡°Fine, since you¡¯re so dismissive of us, I¡¯ll show you the true strength of Taekwondo. But since you¡¯re alone, I won¡¯t take advantage of that. Ju Sen!¡± With Lei Ting¡¯s words barely hanging in the air, a towering figure stepped forward from behind him ¨C Ju Sen, the very man Lei Ting had referenced. ¡°Lei Ting¡¯s letting Ju Sen take the lead? This guy¡¯s in for a world of hurt.¡± ¡°Absolutely, Ju Sen is one of our top ck belts in Taekwondo. His kicks are powerful and swift; just one could seriously injure his opponent.¡± The rest of the Taekwondo Club members murmured among themselves, visibly impressed. Ju Sen, basking in the attention, stood taller, his face brimming with confidence. ¡°Ju Sen, he¡¯s all yours.¡± Lei Ting pped Ju Sen on the shoulder and nodded towards Wang Xiao. ¡°Don¡¯t sweat it, Brother Lei Ting. Just look at how scrawny the guy is. I could squash him with one foot!¡± Ju Sen¡¯s rugged face twisted into a sneer as he thumped his chest with disdain. ¡°Mm-hmm!¡± Lei Ting acknowledged with a nod and stepped aside, clearing the space for Wang Xiao and Ju Sen to face off. ¡°Ready to take a beating, kid?¡± Ju Sen¡¯s eyes bore into Wang Xiao with a cold sneer. ¡°Enough talk. Let¡¯s get this over with. After I deal with you guys, I¡¯ve got more training to do.¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s face remained impassive, his voice steady, as if Ju Sen and Lei Ting were barely worth his concern. ¡°Damn you, you¡¯re asking for it!¡± Anger shed across Ju Sen¡¯s face at Wang Xiao¡¯s words. His fist clenched tightly, heunched a punch straight at Wang Xiao¡¯s face. ¡°Wang Xiao, watch out!¡± Yao Beier, witnessing the scene, couldn¡¯t help but cry out in rm, cautioning Wang Xiao without a second thought. The moment the words left her lips, she regretted them. Why am I so concerned about Wang Xiao? Could others misinterpret my rtionship with him? And if they do, how will I clear up the misunderstanding? Yao Beier¡¯s mind was a whirlwind of worry, but fortunately, at that moment, everyone was too engrossed in the confrontation to notice her. Wang Xiao, hearing Yao Beier¡¯s shout, allowed a slight smile to curve his lips. His attention returned to Ju Sen, his demeanorposed as he transformed his right hand into a palm and effortlessly deflected Ju Sen¡¯s punch. Thud. The palm and fist met, emitting a muffled collision sound. Ju Sen felt a surge of formidable power from Wang Xiao¡¯s palm, sending him stumbling back several steps. ¡°Such incredible strength!¡± Ju Sen¡¯s expression grew grave as he murmured to himself. ¡°Unbelievable, Ju Sen was actually pushed back several steps? How could that be?¡± ¡°Ju Sen¡¯s punches are known to pack a punch, not just his kicks.¡± Members of the Taekwondo Club looked on in astonishment, voicing their amazement. ¡°Think you can bring out some real strength for me to take seriously?¡± Wang Xiao slowly withdrew his hand, his gaze on Ju Sen cool and detached, his tone even. ¡°Humph, let¡¯s go again!¡± The murmur of the crowd reached Ju Sen, souring his expression. Upon hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s taunt, rage red within him. Clenching his teeth, he barked out a coldmand. No sooner had he spoken than he sprang into action, legs syed as he lunged at Wang Xiao. His right leg coiled back, poised like a whip ready to strike. Whoosh¡­ As Ju Sen¡¯s legs sliced through the air, they whipped up a piercing wind, showcasing the sheer terror of his kick¡¯s power. ?¡±Now we¡¯re talking!¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s eyes sparkled with excitement, a slight smile ying on his lips. With a swift motion, he vanished from his spot. Thud! Thud! Thud! The air was filled with the thunderous ps of legs shing, the echoes reverberating incessantly. ¡°Wow, that¡¯s some strength!¡± The onlookers gasped in amazement as they watched Wang Xiao and Ju Sen exchange blows. Lei Ting, observing from the sidelines, furrowed his brow. His skills were on par with Ju Sen¡¯s, and his keen eye outstripped that of his fellow Taekwondo Club members. Seeing Ju Sen¡¯s face turn beet red with each ferocious kick, Lei Ting knew he was giving it his all. ?Yet, Wang Xiao seemed to be having an easy time, casually deflecting Ju Sen¡¯s onught as if he were merely taking a leisurely walk. His expression remained serene, his breathing even. It was clear that Wang Xiao was in a league above Ju Sen, merely toying with his opponent. If Ju Sen couldn¡¯t stand up to Wang Xiao, then what chance did he¡­ The thought left Lei Ting with a grimace. ?¡±Alright, I¡¯m done warming up. Time to end this in one move,¡± Wang Xiao dered. Heunched a front kick with his left leg, meeting Ju Sen¡¯s foot head-on. With a deft maneuver, he retreated several steps and faced Ju Sen, his demeanor asposed as ever. In stark contrast, Ju Sen was panting heavily, his face flushed and his breathing erratic. ¡°How can you still be soposed after fighting this long?¡± Ju Sen asked, his eyes wide with a mix of panic and disbelief as he stared at Wang Xiao. ?¡±I¡¯ve said it before¡ªyour Taekwondo is all sh and no substance.¡± Wang Xiao spoke with a dispassionate tone and an indifferent expression. He was too tired to exchange any more words with Ju Sen. With the end of his sentence, he vanished from sight. ¡°Ju Sen, watch out!¡± Lei Ting¡¯s face turned pale as he called out a warning to Ju Sen, but it was already toote. Wang Xiao had swiftly moved behind Ju Sen, his right leg rocketing towards Ju Sen¡¯s back. Trouble! Ju Sen realized Wang Xiao¡¯s presence behind him toote. Twisting his body, he attempted to retaliate with a kick. Bang! In a sh, a figure was sent hurtling through the air, tumbling several times before crashing to the ground¡ªit was Ju Sen from the Taekwondo Club. He hit the ground, eyes rolling back as he slipped into unconsciousness. ¡°Ju Sen!¡± Witnessing Ju Sen¡¯s defeat, Lei Ting and the Taekwondo Club members were stunned. They rushed to assess his condition. ¡°Wang Xiao won? My goodness, Wang Xiao actually took down a ck belt Taekwondo master.¡± ¡°Wang Xiao is so cool, I want to have your babies!¡± The girls from Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four were starstruck, their eyes shining with admiration as they gazed at Wang Xiao. Indeed, beauties always have a thing for heroes! ¡°He¡¯s out cold just like that? Can¡¯t take a kick, can he?¡± Wang Xiao nced at the unconscious Ju Sen, shook his head, and chuckled. ¡°Wang Xiao, you dare injure one of our members. You won¡¯t get away with this so easily today!¡± After ensuring Ju Sen was only knocked out, Lei Ting breathed a sigh of relief. He turned to face Wang Xiao with an icy re. With a gesture, he signaled the rest of the Taekwondo Club to encircle Wang Xiao. ¡°What¡¯s the matter? Can¡¯t handle a one-on-one, so you resort to mob tactics?¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s lips curled into a faint smile as he eyed the Taekwondo members closing in on him. The students from Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four were taken aback by the unfolding scene. Soong Ming and the others gripped their fists tighter. Had Wang Xiao not held them back, they would have jumped into the fray to help him long ago. ¡°Wang Xiao, you¡¯ve got some impressive skills, but now you¡¯ve managed to anger the entire Taekwondo Club. Brace yourself!¡± Lei Ting let out a cold snort towards Wang Xiao, his voice grave. He wasn¡¯t foolish; realizing that Ju Sen was no match for Wang Xiao, he decided it was time for the whole group to step in. ¡°Prepared? Hmm¡­ It seems you¡¯re the ones who ought to be getting ready.¡± Hearing this, Wang Xiao¡¯s lips curled into a smirk, hisughter light. He wasn¡¯t one to leave problems forter. Since these folks were intent on causing him trouble, he was ready to deal with them once and for all. Click to visit???? OR download the app and search the book name directly?? Chapter 44 C44 ¨C You will Die a Horrible Death! ¡°Heh, we need to be prepared for whateveres our way¡­¡± Upon hearing Wang Xiao¡¯s words, a cold sneer spread across Lei Ting¡¯s lips. He was about tounch into a mocking retort when Wang Xiao made his move. With a swift motion, he charged at a nearby Taekwondo expert. ¡°Watch out!¡± Lei Ting¡¯s face contorted with rm, and he called out a warning, but it felt hopelesslyte. The Taekwondo expert barely had time to register what was happening before Wang Xiao was upon him. Reacting with impressive speed, he brought his palms together in a defensive stance. But Wang Xiao¡¯s right fist was already thundering down. Boom¡­ The sound of the collision echoed thunderously through the air. As Wang Xiao¡¯s fist connected with the Taekwondo master¡¯s arms, the man¡¯s expression twisted in shock, a surge of force rippling through his limbs. Spurt¡­ A gush of blood escaped his lips as he was sent hurtling backward. ¡°Cowardly!¡± Lei Ting¡¯s expression turned to stone as he watched Wang Xiao¡¯s sessful ambush. He spat out the words through clenched teeth. ¡°So, it¡¯s fine for all of you to gang up on me, but a surprise attack is off-limits?¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s lips quirked into a sly smile as he tossed the question back at Lei Ting. ¡°You!¡± Lei Ting was momentarily speechless, but he quickly recovered, his voice icy, ¡°Everyone, attack! If he¡¯s not crippled, it¡¯s on me!¡± ¡°Yes, Brother Lei Ting!¡± The other Taekwondo masters responded in chorus, their faces twisted with rage. At themand, they sprang into action, converging on Wang Xiao. Whoosh¡­ Wang Xiao reacted instantly, his body darting into the fray like a specter, his limbs a blur as he struck out amidst the crowd. Thud! Thud! Thud! In mere moments, one figure after another was flung aside like rag dolls. Soon, the floor of the Taekwondo Club was littered with members groaning in agony. Only Lei Ting remained standing in the arena. ¡°Are you some kind of monster?¡± Lei Ting¡¯s face was etched with astonishment as he watched Wang Xiao¡¯s agile maneuvers and formidable assault. He fixed his gaze on Wang Xiao and demanded in a grave tone. ¡°I¡¯m not a freak; call me a master!¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s lips quirked into a slight smile as he addressed Lei Ting with a calm voice, ¡°All your guys have been taken down by me. Still want to fight?¡± It was only then that Lei Ting snapped back to reality, realizing this was no time for shock and awe. The fight had already begun, and if he didn¡¯t step in, Ju Sen and the rest would never respect him again. Time to go all in! ¡°Eat my fist!¡± A vicious glint shed in Lei Ting¡¯s eyes as he balled his fist and hurled it toward Wang Xiao. Crack¡­ Wang Xiao, with an effortless motion, extended his right hand, caught Lei Ting¡¯s fist, and twisted sharply. The crisp sound of breaking bones echoed through the air. ¡°Ah¡­ My hand!¡± Lei Ting¡¯s hand was broken, and he cried out in agony. ¡°Consider this broken hand a minor punishment. Don¡¯te looking for trouble again, or next time it won¡¯t be just a hand,¡± Wang Xiao warned coolly as he released Lei Ting¡¯s hand and stepped back. ?Whoosh¡­ The girls from Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four were initially stunned, but then they erupted into excited screams. ¡°He did it! Wang Xiao beat the Taekwondo Club!¡± ¡°He¡¯s incredible! So cool! I¡¯ve made up my mind; I¡¯m going after Wang Xiao!¡± Their eyes shone with excitement as they watched Wang Xiao, almost ready to throw themselves at him. They crowded around him, offering massages and back rubs, asionally sneaking in a flirtatious touch. The boys nearby watched with faces full of envy, jealousy, and resentment. ¡°Beast¡­¡± Soong Ming grumbled resentfully upon witnessing the scene. ¡°No wonder he didn¡¯t let us join in. He wanted to hog all the glory!¡± Feng Lee clenched his fists, seething with anger, his teeth practically grinding. ¡°Third Brother is the man, surrounded by all these girls. I can¡¯t stand it; I¡¯ve got to get Third Brother to share the wealth.¡± Lin Hua looked on with admiration, his chubby face breaking into a scheming grin. ¡­Soong Ming and Feng Lee exchanged looks, their faces lined with frustration. Ding Ling¡­ Just then, the bell signaling the end of thest morning ss rang out. Wang Xiao gestured with his hand, signaling the group to disband. ¡°Damn it, I swear I¡¯ll get my revenge!¡± Lei Ting watched with a snarl as Wang Xiao and his friends, all smiles, walked away from the Taekwondo Club. His fists were clenched, and he seethed with anger. ¡­¡­ In the following days, the students from Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four continued their training at the Taekwondo Club, but there was no sign of Lei Ting, Ju Sen, or their crew. Wang Xiao, on the other hand, was enjoying his downtime. By day, he assisted Instructor Lee with training and asionally teased Yao Beier, the innocent and adorable girl. Her blushing face brought him great amusement, and he couldn¡¯t help butugh heartily, thoroughly enjoying life. Soon enough, the night before the end of military training arrived, and all the students from Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four decided to chip in and treat Instructor Lee to a farewell dinner. The small restaurant buzzed with the chatter of the students. ¡°Instructor Lee, with this parting, who knows when we¡¯ll meet again. I raise this ss to you,¡± Wang Xiao said, holding two beers and handing one to Instructor Lee with a grin. ?¡±During military training, alcohol is off-limits¡­¡± Instructor Lee frowned, hesitating as he took the beer Wang Xiao offered. Wang Xiao nced back at Soong Ming and the others, giving them a knowing look. ¡°Instructor Lee, it¡¯s thest night of training. What¡¯s there to worry about? We won¡¯t see each other again. Can¡¯t you let loose with us just this once?¡± Catching on, Soong Ming quickly chimed in, encouraging Instructor Lee and signaling to the girls. ¡°Exactly, Instructor Lee, join us for a few drinks.¡± ¡°Right, if you don¡¯t drink, we wouldn¡¯t dare to either.¡± The girls from Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four caught on quickly, tugging at Instructor Lee¡¯s arm and cooing persuasively. Finally, worn down by Soong Ming and the others¡¯ relentless coaxing, Instructor Lee conceded with a resigned sigh, ¡°Alright, just one drink then.¡± Wang Xiao¡¯s eyes sparkled with anticipation as he eagerly joined Instructor Lee for a drink. One round led to another, and before long, Instructor Lee was thoroughly inebriated by Wang Xiao and his friends. ?¡±The great river flows eastward, the stars above join the Big Dipper¡­¡± Watching a drunken Instructor Lee belt out a tune, clutching his beer bottle and utterly devoid of his usual aloof demeanor, the entire restaurant erupted inughter. Some of the girls even whipped out their phones to capture the moment on video. For every student in Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four, this night would be an unforgettable, cherished memory. ?¡±Drunk Instructor Lee is hrious!¡± Wang Xiao chuckled alongside Soong Ming, Feng Lee, and the others as they watched Instructor Lee lose himself in his revelry, grinning mischievously. ?¡±See? I told you it¡¯d be a st to get Instructor Lee drunk,¡± Lin Hua said, his chubby face breaking into a sly grin. It was his idea to intoxicate Instructor Lee, and the n had worked like a charm. ¡°Hehe, little miss, you¡¯re quite adorable. How about having some fun with me?¡± A sleazyugh echoed from outside the restaurant. ?Wang Xiao¡¯s brow furrowed, his expression turning stern. Though they were near Forest City University, they were still off-campus, where ruffians and thugs were not umon. ¡°Yao Beier and the others went to get some hangover medicine for Instructor Lee. It¡¯s been about ten minutes; they should be back by now,¡± Soong Ming remarked, his tone serious as he addressed Wang Xiao. ?¡±Let¡¯s go check it out!¡± Without a moment¡¯s hesitation, Wang Xiao stood up decisively. ?Soong Ming and the others nodded in agreement, and the rest of the students from Traditional Chinese Medicine System ss Four, having heard the disturbance, rose to their feet and headed towards the door. ?Stepping out onto the street, Wang Xiao¡¯s expression grew even darker, his fists clenched in anger. Yao Beier and her dorm mates were being harassed by a group of lecherous men, tugging at their hands and snickering vilely. ¡°Let go of me! My ssmates are just around the corner. If you don¡¯t stop, I¡¯ll scream,¡± Yao Beier pleaded, terror shining in her tear-filled eyes as she confronted the Scoundrel Man. ?¡±Go ahead, scream your head off. Just a bunch of kids still in school¡ªthink I¡¯m scared of them?¡± Scoundrel Man sneered, but upon hearing Yao Beier¡¯s cries, his eyes gleamed with a perverse excitement, and he let out a sinister chuckle. ?The other girls were simrly harassed by several sleazy men, struggling to break free. ¡°I¡¯m warning you, release her now, or you¡¯re going to meet a very gruesome end,¡± Wang Xiao approached with an icy re, confronting Scoundrel Man. ?As he spoke, Soong Ming and hispanions moved toward the other lecherous goons. ¡°Oh, really? And what if I don¡¯t?¡± The man gripping Yao Beier¡¯s hand retorted with a mocking grin, unimpressed by Wang Xiao. ?Unfazed by Wang Xiao¡¯s less than imposing stature, Scoundrel Man felt no fear. ?¡±Well then, you¡¯re asking for it,¡± Wang Xiao replied, his expression turning stern. He was done with words, his fists ready to do the talking as he prepared to strike Scoundrel Man. Soong Ming and the others were poised to join the fray. ?¡±Hold it right there!¡± Just then, amanding voice echoed from behind Wang Xiao. A figure d in camouge emerged from the restaurant¡ªInstructor Lee had arrived. Click to visit???? OR download the app and search the book name directly?? The Novel will be updated first on this website. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!