Exploding God

"Mom, I'm with A-Ming. We'll go home after dinner. Don't worry."

After reporting his and his brother's whereabouts to Li Shiwei, Lu Ze hung up the bracelet, smiled at his younger brother, and said, "Let's go."

"Um."

Lu Ming nodded vigorously and limped toward the light rail train that had just stopped.

Since his brother said he would keep the appointment tonight, there must be a plan. After the conflict outside the school gate, Lu Ming felt respected in front of other boys for the first time.

He is now studying desperately, eagerly learning everything his brother has shown.

Lu Ze walked alongside Lu Ming at a leisurely pace, each step he took maintaining the same horizontal level as Lu Ming.

Lu Ze handled these details of his relationship with his younger brother so naturally, like a caretaker of a sapling, quietly watching his brother grow.

"The doors are about to close, please hold on tight..."

The buildings in front of us rushed past as the light rail car quickly left the platform and headed towards the core area of ​​the Shangnan business district in the Blue Sky District.

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"Next stop, Shangnan Square. Passengers heading to Xingwan Hotel, please disembark here. Welcome back next time."

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The moment Lu Ming and Lu Ze stepped out of the light rail station, they were overwhelmed by the vibrant atmosphere. A transparent glass curtain wall stretched vertically to the ground, and the bustling shopping mall was teeming with people of all kinds. Huge building posters constantly changed their designs, and novel civilian-grade mechs were displayed on the platform not far away.

Flowers are in full bloom in the flowerbeds of the square, and potted plants are lush and green. On both sides of the business district, there are many century-old car brand stores, as well as many well-made and luxurious newcomers.

Looking further afield, you can see food markets, pawnshops, the Shangnan Exchange...

The security was far better than in the red-brown area. Everyone's face was filled with joy and smiles, and their composure as they walked was completely different from what Lu Ming usually saw.

In stark contrast, Lu Ming's initial nervousness seemed a little out of place, but soon a determination rose in the young man's eyes as he looked at the prosperity that could only be admired from afar and dared not approach, a stubborn look flashing across his face.

Deng.

Deng.

With his armpit on the ground, Lu Ming limped towards the understated yet luxurious three-story building facing the square—the Star Bay Hotel.

"Brother, it's up ahead."

"You seemed a bit nervous just now, why did you suddenly disappear?" Lu Ze followed up and asked calmly.

"Hey, the whole Lu family is out together, we can't embarrass ourselves," Lu Ming grinned.

"Well said."

With a smile on his face, Lu Ze began to walk half a body length ahead of Lu Ming.

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The Atlantic Hall is a private room covering 80 square meters, divided into two suites, an inner and an outer one. The inner dining area is furnished with a dining table and a tea table. The elegant room, with its simple color theme, does not have the ostentatious luxury one might expect. Instead, it exudes elegance and understated sophistication.

Bamboo chairs surround the tea table, where fragrant tea wafts through the air. A beautiful fruit platter sits on the light gray, forest-themed dining table, with layers of sheer curtains partially obscuring the view, allowing just the right amount of light to filter into the room.

Three young men, dressed in suits and ties, sat nervously around the tea table, trying to appear mature. However, their constantly swaying knees and bruised eyes betrayed them.

This is exactly like those bratty kids who come back to get revenge after being beaten up. If you add the content of the discussion, it's even more like it. It's practically a standard revenge template of an older brother leading his underlings to get their revenge.

"Brother Lin, is it really necessary for us to make such a big fuss today?"

"It seems like it's almost time, and that guy still hasn't arrived. I don't think we need to be afraid of him. You are the second young master of the prestigious Lin Group, after all."

To ease their tension, the two boys kept saying encouraging words, barely daring to speak loudly for fear of aggravating the bruises on their faces that hadn't yet healed. The throbbing pain was a reminder that they had been badly beaten up just a few days ago, and if their families hadn't had the money to apply for high-end treatment, they would probably still be recovering.

Even with the immense wealth of their leader, Lin Zhidao, it was impossible to achieve a complete recovery!

Lin Zhidao was in an even worse situation than the other two. He looked like a guy who had been kidnapped, tortured, and then escaped death. Now he was sitting there in a suit, which gave him a strange sense of comicality.

Hearing what his two classmates and underlings said, Lin Zhidao slowly glanced at them with dead fish eyes.

"Boss? Say something!"

"Get out!" Lin Zhidao gritted his teeth. "You all get out there and pick up the person. If you can't, I'll make sure you're all in the hospital until the day of the high school entrance exam."

The two guys exchanged a glance, their eyes filled with defiance, then sighed and obediently got up and walked over.

Sigh, what can I do when my legs won't obey me?

Silence returned to the surroundings, and Lin Zhidao stared blankly at the white tea mist swirling in the air.

Today's actions are a risk for him as well; heaven knows how much risk he took by hosting an apology banquet here.

He can afford to lose face, but the Lin family of Blackwater Street won't think so.

If my father and brother found out, the consequences would be unimaginable.

However, if I didn't set up this table and seize the opportunity right in front of me, I probably wouldn't have a place to stand!

With a struggle in his eyes, Lin Zhidao picked up his teacup and drank it all in one gulp. "I may be an illegitimate child, but I'm not a useless person!"

"Young Master Lin, the guests have arrived in the lobby." A soft voice came from outside, and Lin Zhidao looked up abruptly.

"Come out with me!"

Excitement flashed in Lin Zhidao's eyes. He straightened his clothes and took the lead out of the private room, with his two lackeys following closely behind.

Before they even arrived, Lin Zhidao and his companions heard a ding as the elevator doors in the corridor opened first.

Then, two figures walked out one after the other. The one in front, a calm-looking young man, was none other than Lu Ze.

"Sorry to keep you waiting."

"Haha, big brother, what are you saying? I just arrived too." When Lin Zhidao saw Lu Ze's smile, his heart skipped a beat for no reason, and his face turned red with excitement.

Oh no, this feeling of being smitten!

Just as he thought of this, Lin Zhidao almost slapped himself across the face. What kind of time is this to be thinking about such nonsense? He deserved to be beaten.

All the complex emotions Lin Zhidao had been hiding vanished, replaced by a sincere smile. He rubbed his hands together, then stood humbly beside Lu Ming, saying warmly, "Come in and sit down. Ming, you should have told my brothers before you came, so they could have picked you up. I'm so embarrassed by this."

Seeing their boss lower himself so much, the two lackeys bowed and scraped, blaming themselves. Lu Ming almost couldn't take it anymore, and he had the illusion that these people had misplaced their skill trees!

However, upon seeing his brother's still calm smile, Lu Ming composed himself, politely returned the smile, and waved his hand, saying there was no need.

"Serve the food." As he passed two bowing waitresses, Lin Zhidao gave the order, then gestured excitedly toward the inner room, "Brother Lu, please take a seat."

"No rush, sit here first, I'm a little thirsty."

Lu Ze walked to the tea table and sat down, then smiled and pointed to the empty seat.

His natural tone only amplified his powerful and undeniable aura.

Lin Zhidao's throat was a little dry. He wanted to say a few words, but in the end he just smiled and sat down.

Lu Ze, seated at the head of the table, methodically picked up the teapot, filled four cups with tea, gently pushed them outwards, and said with a smile:

"Let's have some tea first."

Lin Zhidao's mind went blank, and he involuntarily reached out and held the teacup with both hands.

Wait a minute, who invited whom?

Who is the host and who is the guest?

In the blink of an eye, the roles of offense and defense were reversed.