Man on the ark, forced to become king

"What's wrong? Why are you suddenly so fierce!"

"What price did you pay to get this contract?"

"No, not much..."

Startled by the sudden dragon roar, the girl shrank back and lowered her voice considerably. Then she realized that she was the one who should be assertive now, and her confidence returned.

Why do you care so much! Just take it if it's given to you!

"How much exactly?!"

The stern look of Officer Long exuded an inexplicable authority, and Swire's feigned composure quickly crumbled. Her eyes darted around, and she stammered in a low voice, "It's just... just three years' worth of allowance..."

In reality, it's not that simple, but those things can't be told to Chen, not even if he yells at them.

She knew Chen's personality well; if everything were explained clearly, that stubborn guy would absolutely not accept the contract.

But now that we've already begged for it, how can we take it back?

"Inhale...exhale..."

Chen took a deep breath, his gaze fixed on the contract. His feigned sternness crumbled instantly, and he slumped onto the sofa, his heart filled with mixed emotions, unsure of what to say.

As the little princess and darling of the Swire Group, how much pocket money did Swire receive over three years? It must have been an extremely large amount.

However, she knew very well that those things were absolutely not enough; some things simply cannot be measured by money.

This contract is incredibly heavy; what right does she have to pick it up and take it for herself?

"Hey? Hey? I'm telling you, you're just overthinking things. It's really nothing, not as serious as you think. Swire Group is qualified to sell the relevant materials. Really, just take them."

The atmosphere in the living room became extremely awkward. Swire scratched her hair, unsure of what to say, and could only poke Chen's stomach with her finger, explaining in a low voice.

Others certainly wouldn't receive this kind of treatment, but who can blame her when she's Chen Huijie?

She saw Chen's dejected look that night and knew just how much he cared about Talulah.

So, as a friend, she felt obligated to lend a hand... even if it came at a price, it would be worth it.

As long as Chen is more comfortable, even just a little bit is fine.

But now that she has the contract, the problem is how to get this stubborn guy to accept it. If Chen insists on not taking it, then all her efforts these past two days have been for nothing.

"Thank you, Beatrice, thank you so much."

Chen Shao sometimes loses control of her emotions, but faced with this priceless contract, she really couldn't stay calm anymore, nor did she feel that she was qualified to take it.

"However, I cannot accept it. It carries too much significance for me. I... cannot repay it."

"Chen Huijie!"

Now it was Swire's turn to explode. The little tiger stood up from the sofa, put its feet on the table, its beautiful eyes wide open, let out a tiger roar, and revealed its sharp little tiger teeth.

"Are you looking down on me? I told you to take it, so take it. Who asked you to return it!"

“I know what you mean, but…”

Looking at the document, Chen gave a wry smile; she really didn't have the nerve to accept it.

"No buts!"

The little tiger, with its feet on the table, picked up the file and roughly shoved it into Chen's arms. Its expression was fierce, but it wasn't intimidating at all; instead, it was kind of cute.

"I only went to the trouble of getting this for you because I consider you a friend. Only you, Chen Huijie, have this kind of treatment. Nobody else can even dream of it!"

"Anyway, what's done is done. You have to take it whether you want to or not. I can't let all my efforts go to waste! This isn't like cabbage sold in the market; once the contract is in effect, there's no going back!"

"So, if you really feel bad about it, I'll have to move in with you from now on. I've already made a promise to Grandpa that I'll be self-reliant for the next three years. You'll have to support me until I get my salary!"

"This, this... okay."

Having said all that, Chen couldn't think of anything to say. She carefully tucked the document into her bosom, thinking that when she saw her teacher later, she might be able to get something for Swire as compensation.

Since she was going to sell herself into the Golden Tree anyway, she had already lost all face, so she didn't care about being a little more shameless.

At worst... at worst, we'll just let that old fox Wei Yanwu pay it back!

Who told him to lose Talulah back then?

He can't escape this responsibility!

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"Is this where you live now?"

Jumping out of the car, Swire looked up and down at the courtyard gate, which had a distinct Yan-style character, and her opinion of the mysterious 'teacher' rose even higher.

This is the central area of ​​Lungmen. Owning a manor with such a large area here is not something that can be achieved simply by having money.

This size... is probably not much smaller than the Governor's Mansion, is it?

Those who can live in such a place are either very powerful or very strong; that teacher probably belongs to the latter.

Even a powerful figure like the Taigu Group would have to show respect to someone who commands respect even from the mighty Governor of Lungmen.

After all, the core law of this world is still that the strong rule.

"Well, when you see the teacher later, don't say anything out of line. Try to control your spoiled attitude. If possible, I'll try to get you some benefits, if I can."

Chen paid the fare, pursed his lips, took a deep breath, and led Shi Huaiya into the courtyard. After a few turns, they arrived at the courtyard with the golden tree and saw someone lying on a rocking chair under the tree, sunbathing.

"teacher?"

With a nervous heart, she pulled the document from her bosom and called out softly.

"Huh? Why are you back?"

Lin Lu, who was dozing off with her eyes half-closed, opened them in surprise, as if she had seen something strange.

If he remembers correctly, today is a workday, during working hours, and there are still several hours before he gets off work.

As a self-disciplined and responsible office worker, why would Chen be at home on a weekday?

It's as incredible as a fish walking on a road!

"That's not important, teacher. I've fulfilled your conditions. You... won't go back on your word, will you?"

Holding the documents in both hands, Chen's expectant gaze made Lin Lu feel a ticklish sensation, and she immediately sat up from the recliner.

"Conditions, what conditions—wait, you've found a purchasing channel for mobile city building materials?!"

Startled, Lin Lu's gaze fell on the document, and she gasped.

Good heavens, what's going on?

He just said it casually and never thought it would work, but the little dragon actually got it done.

Could it be that old fox Wei Yanwu got involved? Why would he be so willing to do that?

“It was Beatrice who helped me.”

Chen's eyes darted around, and he tugged at Swire, calming his anxious heart a little.

"You won't go back on your word, will you?"

"No, of course not..."

Lin Lu casually agreed, then felt a sudden toothache.

Why is this kid so stubborn? Can't you tell he was just giving a perfunctory answer?

Now things are much better; the matter has been successfully resolved, but he's in a difficult position.

Judging from this, it wasn't Wei Yanwu who did the work, but this little girl from the Felin tribe. Isn't this just asking for trouble?

If it were that old fox Wei Yanwu, he could still feel at ease swindling someone again. After all, everyone's been swindling each other for a while now, so it wouldn't make a difference if he did it once more.

I never expected Chen would know such a powerful friend. Goodness, such an important trading channel, just given away like that?

What kind of wealthy dog ​​owner is this?!

The key point is that if it wasn't Wei Yanwu who made the move, the nature of the matter would change. After all, Chen still calls him "teacher," and he can't just let his unlucky kid take such an important thing for nothing.

It's so uncomfortable, it's really unbearable.

Chapter Fourteen: Swire: I'm so jealous!

'This person... doesn't seem particularly special.'

Chen was awaiting sentencing, Lin Lu was deep in thought, and the only one without any psychological burden was Swire.

Admittedly, she did pay a lot to get this contract, such as her allowance for the next three years.

But once that kind of thing is gone, it's just the same old thing.

She would feel bad if the cost were less, but since she was giving all those things away at once, she didn't care as much.

Anyway, she got the job done. The discomfort is a matter for later. At least for now, she feels quite happy. Chen's expression alone is rare, and it might only happen once. It was worth hiding her treasured miniature camera in her clothes just to record Chen's embarrassed look.

So far, it seems to be very successful.

As for Chen's suggestion to try and get some compensation from the teacher... she didn't care about that.

She went to great lengths to get the contract just to help her friend fulfill a dream; she never expected anything in return.

Moreover, what can Chen's teacher offer?