Even blind box hunters don't choose their partners? I got Su Daji from my blind box!

Li Yanfeng's smile froze on his face.

Before he could even come up with a way to argue, Mo Daozi completely disregarded the rules, waved his sleeve, and turned to leave.

That silhouette was filled with determination.

"This lousy friendly match might as well not be held at all! It's an insult to Huayang Martial Arts University!!"

"Kids, pack your things, we're going to the Ministry of Education! I'm going to Minister Qin today to plead my case. I refuse to believe there's no place for justice in the martial arts world of this Dragon Kingdom!"

This "retreat to advance" tactic was executed with unparalleled skill.

Li Yanfeng panicked instantly.

If that old rogue really gets away, he'll definitely be the top trending topic tomorrow.

"Huajing Wuda Store bullies its customers and uses actors to humiliate gods."

At that time, the century-old reputation of Wuhan University in Beijing will probably be riddled with criticism.

"Old Master Mo! Old Master Mo, please wait!"

Ignoring Zhang Shaoqing, who was still convulsing at his feet, Li Yanfeng rushed to stop Mo Daozi, his face crinkling with wrinkles as he forced a smile.

"Misunderstanding! A huge misunderstanding! Shaoqing... is usually quite steady in actual combat, but today he was probably too excited to see his idol, and his performance was off..."

"Excited?"

Mo Daozi sneered and flicked his folding fan.

"So excited that your foundation caked up? You're kidding me!"

Li Yanfeng was so choked up that he almost couldn't catch his breath.

Just as the situation was about to collapse, a long, strong hand gently pressed on Mo Daozi's shoulder.

"Mr. Mo, calm down."

Lin Xiao walked up slowly from behind, a warm smile on his face.

His eyes were clear and innocent, just like a college freshman, radiating the glow of an "honest person".

"Dean Li must have meant well."

Lin Xiao earnestly advised him, her tone so sincere it brought tears to one's eyes.

"After all, everyone has their own expertise. Although Senior Zhang's martial arts skills are a little... well, a tiny bit lacking, in terms of makeup, styling, and stage performance, our Huayang Martial Arts University is truly unmatched."

"This is also a kind of 'biodiversity,' and we should be inclusive and have a broader perspective."

Li Yanfeng was taken aback.

Is this kid... speaking up for me?

Why does this sound so off?

Before he could even process what was happening, Lin Xiao suddenly turned around and sternly addressed Zhang Xuan, who had just stepped off the stage and was looking smug.

"Zhang Xuan! Honestly!"

Lin Xiao pointed at Zhang Xuan with a pained expression, looking utterly disappointed.

"Why did you hit me so hard? I've told you so many times, leave some room for maneuver, so you can meet again in the future!"

Zhang Xuan blinked his peach blossom eyes, looking a little bewildered.

"Brother Lin, I..."

"Still talking back!"

Lin Xiao interrupted him directly, his tone stern.

"Do you know how valuable Zhang Xuechang's face is? It's his livelihood! It's a work of art! You've beaten him up so badly, how is he going to get endorsements? How is he going to promote products? Can you afford to compensate him for lost wages?!"

"Quickly! Apologize to Dean Li!"

Zhang Xuan's peach blossom eyes darted around, and he understood instantly.

He immediately adopted a grinning expression, cupped his hands in a respectful gesture towards Li Yanfeng, and said insincerely:

"I'm so sorry, Dean Li. It's my fault for using too much force; I'm used to slaughtering pigs in the mountains. Next time! Next time I'll definitely be more careful and only hit the left cheek, leaving the right cheek a little face!"

Li Yanfeng's mouth twitched violently, and his blood pressure shot to the top of his head.

Is this an apology? This is downright blatant insult! It's like they're trying to kill you by hurting your feelings!

But Lin Xiao's righteous actions truly put a way out for him, leaving him no choice but to accept it.

Li Yanfeng took a deep breath, suppressed the frustration in his heart, and forced out a smile that looked worse than crying.

"Lin Xiao is indeed... magnanimous. The title of 'god-like person' is well-deserved."

"Not at all, not at all, it's all just empty fame, it's all thanks to the kind words of my friends in the martial arts world."

Lin Xiao waved his hand modestly, then changed the subject, his smile becoming even brighter, even revealing the cunning characteristic of a shrewd businessman.

"However..."

Upon hearing those two words, Li Yanfeng's heart skipped a beat, and his right eyelid began to twitch uncontrollably.

Lin Xiao sighed and looked at his teammates behind him with a troubled expression.

"There's a reason why Mr. Mo is angry. You see, we've come all this way, and we were so nervous about this high-level match that we didn't sleep well last night, which has drained our energy."

"Especially Zhang Xuan, in order to cooperate with Senior Zhang's performance, he had to forcibly suppress his strength. What a huge work injury that must have caused to his young mind."

"This psychological gap, this mental exhaustion..."

As Lin Xiao spoke, he slowly pulled a crumpled piece of paper from his pocket.

That was the "list of compensation for emotional distress" that he had just jotted down.

"It's not much, just a little something for your hard work, to help the brothers recover. Dean Li is wealthy and generous, he shouldn't mind, right?"

Looking at the note, Li Yanfeng felt a sense of foreboding, and his voice trembled.

"What do you think is a suitable way to compensate him, Lin Xiao?"

Lin Xiao shook the note, cleared his throat, and read it aloud.

"Ten top-grade level three Qi and Blood Pills. I noticed Zhang Xuan had a lot of trouble slapping me just now; he needs to replenish his Qi and Blood."

"Gravity Chamber VIP Cards, five in total. Our school is poor, and we've never seen anything like it. We want to go in and broaden our horizons, and maybe even enjoy the air conditioning."

"Oh, right, and also... two hundred-year-old dragon blood grass plants, please. Bai Ling was terrified by Senior Zhang's screams just now, she needs to boil some water to calm her nerves."

"at last……"

Lin Xiao pointed to Zhang Xuan's hand, looking distressed.

"Zhang Xuechang was so shameless just now, he even made Zhang Xuan's hand turn red."

"Could you please bring two more bottles of the 'Black Jade Bone-Mending Ointment' that your school clinic specializes in? Just apply it lightly, in case it leaves any aftereffects."