I raised stunning young ladies, but they all wanted to possess me.

Gu Yan wanted to explain, and she wanted to complain.

But he swallowed the words back down his throat.

It's no use saying anything.

Because these people, based on what they saw, automatically imagined a perfect scenario where Master Gu orchestrated everything, personally intervened, and successfully cured Miss Chen.

They are so engrossed in their own narrative of success that they neither believe nor understand Gu Yan's inner turmoil and the bitterness of being forced to work overtime.

Is it easy for him to do this for his grandfather and for a little money?

It's like you finally manage to climb out of a messy mud pit, only to be awarded a "Best Mud Pit Swimming Champion" trophy and have someone take a picture with you.

With a dark expression, Gu Yan walked to the main seat in front of the monitor and sat down, waving her hand wearily.

He raised his head, looked around at the crowd still filled with a festive atmosphere, and finally his gaze fell on Zhang Xiong and Zhang Zihao, squeezing out a few words almost through gritted teeth.

"Whose... idea was this...?"

"Master Gu! It's me!"

"It was all arranged by me, Zhang Zihao!"

"From the banners to the ribbons and the staff arrangements, these were all my ideas!"

"How about that? Surprised? Unexpected? Impressive enough?"

Just as Zhang Xiong was about to speak, Zhang Zihao, who was standing next to him, jumped out impatiently, his face full of praise, and his voice was loud and clear.

Zhang Xiong stroked the stubble on his chin, cursing inwardly.

This brat, he's trying to steal credit now?

He quickly put on a forced smile, equally unwilling to back down, "Master Gu, there's something inside..."

"Of course, I also had some intentions."

"However, the main idea was indeed Zihao's."

He paused, glanced at his son, and said, "With Zihao's stupidity, how could he possibly come up with such a thoughtful idea?"

"It must be thanks to Master Gu's influence!"

Zhang Zihao felt a little wronged upon hearing this.

It was clearly a plan I had come up with myself for a long time, a welcome dinner for Master Gu.

Dad, why are you stealing credit from your own son?

Impressed!

But when Zhang Xiong glared at him with a stern look, he shrank back and dared not retaliate.

Gu Yan's gaze suddenly locked onto Zhang Zihao.

It's that brat again!

I knocked Hua Heng down with one punch before... never mind that, Hua Heng really deserved it.

But he hasn't forgotten the haphazard direction he gave the actors on the roller coaster, the chaotic auction, and this whole thing...

"It has to be you, Zihao, you always manage to come up with something new."

"Uncle Zhang Xiong, I remember the Jiaolong Special Forces reserve team is currently undergoing nationwide selection, right?"

Gu Yan slowly forced a smile onto her face and said in a gentle voice.

Zhang Xiong's eyes lit up: "Yes, yes, yes! That's right! Master Gu, your information network is truly impressive!"

The Jiaolong Special Forces, one of the eight top special forces units of the Great Xia Dynasty, is different from civilian or semi-official teams such as Pofeng and Jinglei. It is the spearhead of the Empire's highest military command system.

Its members are all top-tier ancient martial arts practitioners or superpowered individuals, selected from among thousands, specializing in carrying out the most dangerous, confidential, and terrifying missions. They are the true sharp blades protecting the dark side of the empire.

The selection process for the reserve team is known for its rigor and high elimination rate. It is rumored that the selection process is a hellish life-or-death process that lasts for half a year, and no one is allowed to quit halfway through.

"I think Zihao has good talent and a quick mind."

"Go to the Jiaolong reserve team for training; they will surely become great in the future."

"Uncle Zhang Xiong, what do you think?"

Gu Yan nodded, her tone sincere.

Upon hearing this, Zhang Xiong was overjoyed.

He had long disliked his son, and Master Gu's suggestion to let him train was exactly what he wanted.

Moreover, the Jiaolong Special Forces are the empire's top armed forces.

Doesn't this show that Master Gu thinks highly of Zihao?

"Master Gu, you truly have an excellent eye for talent!"

"Since you've put it that way, I'll definitely give my full support!"

"Zihao, hurry up and thank Master Gu for his guidance!"

Zhang Zihao was completely dumbfounded.

A dragon... a dragon reserve force?!

He could almost picture himself leaving his beloved sports car and luxury villa, undergoing inhuman training in the desolate mountains, surrounded by venomous insects and wild beasts...

Just thinking about it made his legs tremble.

Seeing Zhang Zihao's face turn pale and his hands tremble slightly, Gu Yan finally felt a little relieved.

You little brat, let's see if you dare to mess around like this again.

He leisurely picked up the water glass that someone had handed him, took a sip, and then "kindly" asked:

"Zihao, how's it going? Are you confident?"

He is ready.

Based on Zhang Zihao's usual style, the next thing he should do is rush over and hug his leg.

He cried and begged Master Gu, "I was wrong, I won't do it again, please forgive me!" Then, he reluctantly accepted the offer, considering it a small lesson for the kid.

However, to Gu Yan's utter surprise...

After the initial shock and fear, Zhang Zihao's expression changed several times.

At first, he thought Gu Yan was deliberately messing with him, but then he thought about it again.

That's not right!

I did so well today!

I taught that cowardly bodyguard a lesson for Master Gu, and all the subsequent arrangements made things go smoothly for Master Gu and Miss Chen. How could Master Gu possibly mess with me?

Well... Master Gu must have had a deeper meaning in making this arrangement!

Zhang Zihao's brain began to work at high speed.

Who is Master Gu?

The Imperial Jade!

His mind is as deep as the sea!

Doing this is definitely a test for me!

Let's see if I have the courage to accept the challenge!

He asked me to go to Jiaolong.

Is that a place that ordinary people can go?

Going there would mean a slim chance of survival!

But once they emerge, they are truly exceptional individuals!

Master Gu is... he's training me!

I'm too weak right now. I can manage to beat that cowardly bodyguard, but I'm no match for the Lin family's Little Fire God or the Pei family's Little Sword Immortal!

He wanted me to become stronger so that I could become his right-hand man and help Master Gu do great things in the future!

Master Gu really values ​​me!

I, Zhang Zihao, knew I hadn't misjudged you!

Thinking of this, Zhang Zihao felt a surge of excitement rush to his head, and all his fear was replaced by immense excitement and a sense of mission!

"Master Gu! Please rest assured!"

"I, Zhang Zihao, will never let you down!"

"I will fight tooth and nail to pass the selection and become a member of the Jiaolong!"

"In the future, I swear to follow Master Gu to the death, and I will go through fire and water for you without hesitation!"

He straightened up abruptly, his face flushed with excitement, and with all his might, he bowed deeply to Gu Yan at a ninety-degree angle, shouting with unwavering resolve.

He looked up at Gu Yan with eyes full of genuine, fervent admiration and gratitude, as if Gu Yan had not thrown him into a hellish training camp, but rather bestowed upon him an immense blessing.

Gu Yan: "..."

His hand, holding the water glass, froze in mid-air.

The smile on his face gradually froze and shattered.

This...the script is wrong?!