Confessing to someone who thinks I'm a fat otaku, and then crying when monsters descend?

"Brother Buyu, it's all settled. I had my company snatch that project at a much higher price, heh!"

After getting things done, the goose excitedly came to report to Chen Nian.

He, the CEO of a large company, a middle-aged man nearing forty, was now happily sitting by his phone, hoping for a "silent" reply.

That's right, just like a simp desperately pursuing a goddess.

Chen Nian: Okay, I owe you a favor.

The goose shuddered and immediately replied: "No way, big brother! It's my honor to help you!"

Chen Nian: If I remember correctly, your talent is knighthood? I'll keep an eye out for related things for you in the future.

Big Goose: Hahaha, you're too kind, brother! Thank you in advance!

He had barely finished speaking when he immediately went to the group chat to show off.

Being able to help "Silent One" is definitely something to brag about!

Putting everything else aside, you'll have a higher status in the group; that's the power of "silence."

"A cow's goose!"

"From now on, we'll all have to call you Brother Goose."

"Brother Goose, Brother Goose, from now on I'm your little brother, please take me under your wing!"

The goose's vanity was immediately and intensely satisfied. Putting everything else aside, it felt worth it, since everyone in the group was an elite!

In the future world, that would be a powerful network of connections!

Building a good relationship with Bu Yu is equivalent to having connections. With connections comes power, and with power comes the ability to gain a foothold in the new era.

He is still clear about these interests.

Chen Nian went straight to the bottom of the internet.

He only gave Liu Xingchen a slight punishment and didn't take him seriously at all.

He just slapped the clown because the clown tried to jump on his head.

There aren't many people who are capable enough to make him take them to heart.

Only someone of Ye Hongling's caliber would qualify...

But I have a girlfriend now, so she shouldn't be able to find out about me so easily.

Chen Nian's plan was simple: rest for two more days until his supernatural powers were fully restored before venturing out to level up again.

Extraordinary power comes from unlocking the genes within the body.

Overuse can lead to genetic depletion and irreversible consequences!

[Important Notice: All students are requested to attend school as scheduled tomorrow. The school will be offering a new "Martial Arts Course" for extraordinary individuals to learn and grow, and there is also the possibility of them being recruited by the government. Please take note.]

This is a pinned announcement in the school's group chat.

Is the school about to resume operations?

That makes sense. Even if games and reality merge, the real world cannot collapse. Otherwise, where would people get their economy and how would they make a living?

Not only schools, but also living facilities, entertainment facilities, and all walks of life are rapidly recovering.

Unlike before, the most needed talent in this era has become "superhumans"!

The school wants to cultivate extraordinary individuals.

Chen Nian received another call, this time from his "girlfriend" Qin Yu.

"Hey, Chen Nian?"

"What?"

"I...I'm going to Linhai City University tomorrow to register for the 'Martial Arts' program. Could you come with me?"

Qin Yu's voice sounded hesitant, as if she were somewhat shy.

"......."

It's quite a coincidence that Chen Nian attended Linhai City University.

I suspect it was Qin Yu's three friends who were secretly sabotaging her, giving her more opportunities to interact with me, which is why they tricked her into coming here...

After all, they know my real identity.

Why aren't you saying anything!

Seeing the other person remain silent, Qin Yu clearly displayed some of her girlish temper.

"Where are the people from your agency? Didn't anyone come to see you off?"

"My agent said that since I have a boyfriend, he should pick me up and drop me off, and he can also help me announce it on Weibo sometime."

Qin Yu lay face down on the bed, burying her flushed face deep into the pillow, wishing she could disappear into a hole in the ground.

She never expected that her agency would simply abandon her!

"Can."

"What do you mean, 'can't'? Isn't it your job to pick up your girlfriend? Humph!"

"See you at the main gate of Linda University tomorrow."

"Don't stand me up, or I'm doomed!"

Qin Yu knew that once she entered the campus, she would be surrounded by a large crowd.

Without an agent and bodyguards by my side, I wouldn't be able to handle this at all. I don't even know if Chen Nian is reliable or not.

.........

The next morning, Chen Nian went out.

Although he's a homebody, as long as he's dressed neatly, his looks are in no way inferior to others.

With his naturally tousled, layered hair, paired with a loose T-shirt, jeans, and white sneakers, he looked every bit the handsome young man.

Chen Nian did not drive himself, but took a taxi.

Unfortunately, we're stuck in traffic!

Almost all the cars on this street are heading to Linhai University!

Because Linhai City University's "Martial Arts Department" will also be openly recruiting students!

Not only college students, but anyone with superhuman abilities and of the right age can apply.

Joining Linda means receiving systematic training and having the opportunity to cooperate with the official organization. For most people, this is definitely better than working alone!

........

"Ugh, traffic jam and traffic lights again!"

The driver cursed, lit a cigarette, and started talking to Chen Nian, who was sitting in the back.

"Young man, are you also going to Linyi University to apply for admission?"

"Yes."

"Sigh, if you ask me, young people are better off learning a skill and settling down. What's the point of all that other stuff?"

The driver exhaled a puff of smoke out the window: "My second nephew was in that business. He thought he was going to become a big shot, but yesterday his body was brought back by law enforcement."

Chen Nian: ......

"Fighting those monsters is no easy task. Young people are full of vigor, living a peaceful life is the right way."

Chen Nian shook his head: "Master, there is no such thing as a peaceful life. Someone always has to bear the burden."

"Carrying a heavy burden? That's not for you little kids!"

Just then, on the sidewalk in front of the car, a little girl with a schoolbag was skipping and jumping across the road.

Boom!

The manhole covers along the roadside flew into the air like cannonballs!

Several black tentacles quickly emerged from the manhole cover, wrapped around the girl's hands and legs, and dragged her into the sewer!

"Aaaaaaah!!!"

A deafening scream erupted from the street.

The pedestrians were so frightened that they scattered in all directions.

"Little Ke, Little Ke!"

The girl's mother frantically called out her daughter's name and tried to jump inside, but was tightly held back by a male passerby behind her.

"Let me go! My daughter has been captured by a monster! Let me go!"

"Don't be impulsive, don't be impulsive, big sister!"

The driver stared blankly at the scene, probably stunned into silence.

In broad daylight, a monster emerged from the sewers and snatched a little girl. Just thinking about it is terrifying!

Chen Nian put on a mask and opened the car door.

He darted out in a single stride, forcefully breaking through the crowd, and nimbly leaped into the sewers.