A Maybach on a rainy night? Talk to my Levadin!

Old Chu was too busy working on his nuclear-powered donkey to pay attention to this, Caesar was too busy building connections to do anything, and Xiao Lu, the low-quality human donkey, did nothing all day but had sharp eyes, so this subtle change naturally didn't escape his notice.

Lu Mingfei sidled up to him like a nimble horse, nudged his arm lightly with his elbow, and asked in a low voice with a wink, "Hey, senior, I have something to tell you—your relationship with your sister-in-law lately seems a bit too sweet, doesn't it? Is something secretly happening that I don't know about?"

As soon as he finished speaking, Chu Zihang, who was sitting opposite him with his head down working on a report, suddenly paused, his hand holding the pen stopped on the paper, and then he quietly stretched his neck and glanced at Zhao Zizhan.

Zhao Zizhan glanced at Lu Mingfei, his tone tinged with helplessness: "Why are you always so concerned about whether your brother and sister-in-law are loving or not?"

"Brother, look at you, you're just asking," Lu Mingfei said with a fawning smile.

It wasn't that Zhao Zizhan had a bad attitude, it was just that the keyword "red-haired sister-in-law" was a bit too weird, so we had to be careful, in case this kid came up with some strange ideas again.

After thinking about it, I felt there was no need to hide it, so I told this little rascal about the scene where I kissed Surtr after adding some Terra Originium enhancements.

"What!!!!"

Upon hearing this, Lu Mingfei immediately exclaimed in surprise, his voice rising eight octaves. Chu Zihang, whose eyes had been somewhat indifferent, suddenly lit up, staring intently at Zhao Zizhan as if he had discovered a new continent.

Lu Mingfei slapped the table while laughing so hard he almost fell over: "That's hilarious! Senior Brother Zhao is such a jerk, flirting with several girls, and then his girlfriend got jealous, so she grabbed him and kissed him to assert her ownership, and that was it! Hahahaha! Damn it, I'm going to shove an umbrella up your butt and open it!"

Vadashi, Desuwa has truly broken through her defenses.

"You actually have this hobby? To be honest, someone like you would be considered a 'loli' in Chengdu."

"Who's talking to you about this?!"

Mingfei ignored his comment, instead slumping back in her chair, grabbing her hair and looking aggrieved: "No, why? Why? Why can you do this? What about all the time I've been trying to lick Chen Wenwen's boots and haven't even gotten a chance to lick her?"

"It's a Chinese rural dog."

Zhao Zizhan picked up his coffee and took a sip: "With your fur color, you must eat shit really well."

"Hey, I'm telling you, you..."

Lu Mingfei slammed his fist on the table and stood up, but after thinking for a moment, he sat down again.

Zhao Zizhan looked at him amusedly: "What is it? Can you just spit it out? We're dealing with tens of millions of people here every day now. Time is money, my friend."

"You old dog, the Cosmic Shepherd!"

He instinctively muttered a sarcastic remark, but as soon as he finished speaking, he immediately put on a fawning smile, leaned forward, and softened his voice: "You see... we're going back to school next week to transfer our records... I was thinking, now that we're worth over a hundred million, we're pretty important people, so could we... you know... you know what I mean... you know what I mean! Senior, you definitely understand!"

"Oh~"

Zhao Zizhan feigned sudden realization, then grinned mischievously: "I don't understand, Junior Brother Lu. Could you describe your request in more detail?"

"Oh dear, Brother Zhao, look at you..."

Lu Ming shifted his body, rubbing his hands together in front of him, his voice barely audible, "I'm the one who looks like... Huang Hui..."

"What are you thinking about? What's in your mouth? You can't speak clearly. Speak louder, I can't hear you."

I want to show off!

His declaration was comparable to Tiger's declaration of independence, and all eyes turned to him.

Zhao Zizhan burst into laughter, patted his shoulder, and said, "Hey bro, look at you, you should have said so earlier! You're calling me 'bro,' you should have said so earlier if you wanted to show off. If you wanted to show off, would I not cooperate? Don't worry, you can go to school as usual tomorrow, and I'll take care of everything else. I guarantee you'll make a big splash and a big show!"

"Are you sure it's not a big one?"

"How about this, I swear on my name, Shilan Hubaoyi?"

"Oh, brother, what are you saying? If you put it that way, I'm so relieved. I'll leave this to you; I'm completely at ease!"

PS: Sorry for the long wait, everyone. Due to a series of unfortunate events in Guangzhou, I decided to leave and took a plane. However, I lost my bank card during the security check at the airport. After landing, I went straight to sleep. Fortunately, everything seems to be going quite smoothly after leaving Guangzhou. That's about it for today. I'll start catching up on the word count tomorrow.

Chapter 212: The cup-packing journey on Xiaolu.

To be honest, Xiaolu is someone who can never escape lowbrow tastes.

Others might temper their nature as they grow older, but he was different. From the time he was in open-crotch pants, he was full of childish fantasies, always thinking that he was the "chosen one" hidden in the city, waiting for the day he would suddenly awaken superpowers to save the world. Although he became a loser after growing up, it didn't mean that he was really at peace with himself, that he had seen through things, or that he no longer cared about worldly matters. He was simply at his wit's end.

Now, after much difficulty, it has finally taken off.

To not return home in wealth and honor is like wearing fine clothes in the dark.

Showing off one's abilities in front of others is indeed a topic that is hard to refuse. Since he has come to us for help and has already called us brothers, what else is there to say?

I'll stake my reputation on Shilan Hubaoyi, I won't lose!

It must be done; it must be treated as a serious matter!

But how exactly should this be achieved?

Which student at Shilan Secondary School doesn't come from a wealthy family? To put on a good show in front of this group, ordinary methods simply won't work; you have to replicate the tactics that Lao Nuo used back then.

As he pondered, a brilliant idea suddenly popped into his head. His eyes lit up, and he immediately pulled out a number from his contacts. His fingertip hovered over the screen for a moment before he pressed the dial button.

"Hey, Uncle, I need to ask you for a favor."

……

At this moment, Lu Mingfei stood at the gate of Shilan Middle School with a heart full of trepidation.

The early autumn wind carried a chill, causing the hem of his clothes to sway gently, but he had no mind to feel the wind.

"They told me to just go to school and do whatever I need to do, but I feel so uneasy about it..."

He muttered to himself, his gaze fixed on the massive school gate before him. The vermilion gate was still imposing, and the stone lions at the entrance were the same as before, but in Lu Mingfei's eyes, they exuded an indescribable sense of unfamiliarity.

"Really... It's only been a few days since I last came, but it feels like years have passed..."

The case of his uncle and aunt was handled quickly under the urging of their superiors. In order to minimize the impact, the process was carried out quietly. Mingfei followed his uncle's example, keeping his head down and playing the ostrich, not asking questions or discussing it with others. With Ling's company, he buried himself in his work all day, which reduced his time for overthinking. Naturally, Lu Mingze, the spoiled little fat boy, could not get through the layers of security to find Lu Mingfei's side.

Previously, Lu Mingfei had worried about a dramatic scene of "relatives coming to question him," but now it seems he was overthinking it. He heard that Lu Mingze has been transferred to a regular middle school, and without the former "Prince Ze's" aura, his life probably won't be as comfortable as before.

The banners that congratulated students on their admission to higher education still hang on the outer wall of the school building. The red fabric flutters in the wind, and a feeling of things being different and people being gone wells up in my heart.

He shook his head vigorously to shake off the jumbled emotions, took a deep breath, and strode into the campus.

As soon as he entered the classroom, before he could even stand still, someone recognized him at a glance.

"Hey, isn't that Lu Mingfei!"

A boy's voice rang out, and immediately several pairs of eyes turned towards them.

Lu Mingfei's loser vibe is so easy to spot; you can tell just by looking at him.

"Really? Lu Mingfei, weren't you guys admitted to Peking University through the recommendation program? What brings you back here?"

Accustomed to being ridiculed, Lu Mingfei felt somewhat overwhelmed by his classmates' enthusiasm. This was the first time he had ever been surrounded by people asking him all sorts of questions with such enthusiasm. He scratched his head, feeling a little flustered, his cheeks slightly flushed, and his voice was softer than usual: "Ah... I just came back to transfer my files and pick up a few things."

"Transfer of academic records? You guys were really recommended for admission?"

This made the students even more curious. Legends aside, this was official confirmation from the Imperial Army.

"No... I was just lucky."

Lu Mingfei wanted to say a few words of modesty, but before he could finish speaking, he was interrupted by a sarcastic voice.

"Hey, isn't this our great scientist back?"

Lu Mingfei's heart skipped a beat; he knew who it was without even looking.

He slowly raised his head and saw Zhao Menghua with his hands in his pockets, slowly standing up from his seat, a half-smile on his lips, his eyes full of disdain.

After Zhao Zizhan and Chu Zihang left Shilan Middle School, this beggar version of Chu Zihang did indeed take off. His grades soared to the top of the grade, and he became a key player on the basketball court. A group of followers gradually surrounded him. But even so, he always lived in the shadow of those two.

Although Hu Baoyi and Chu Zihang are no longer in the martial arts world, their legends still circulate everywhere.

Moreover, the two did not fade away after graduation, but rather ascended to the upper realm hand in hand through a spectacular feat, which made them even more legendary. Each of their stories was talked about by their classmates, becoming more and more fantastical with each retelling. No matter how hard Zhao Menghua tried, he was always inferior to the others when compared to them.

How could Zhao Menghua be willing to accept this? He had always regarded Chu Zihang as a rival and always thought that one day he could surpass him. But now, let alone surpass him, he couldn't even be on equal footing with him.

But he dared not criticize those two. Do you know who Chu Zihang is? He is the dream lover of countless girls, their prince charming. Do you know who Zhao Zizhan is? Why is he called Shilan Hubaoyi? It's because Zhao Zizhan treats his brothers like he's raising assassins.

Zhao Menghua had no doubt that if he dared to say a bad word about these two, he would be finely chopped into mincemeat by the angry Shilan boys and girls.

But if I can't afford to mess with foreigners, can't I at least afford to mess with you?

You, Lu Mingfei, are just a boarding student, a sycophant who only tries to ride the wave of the situation. What gives you the right to swagger around like this?

You must be true to yourself!

That's it, that feels right!

Lu Mingfei closed his eyes in enjoyment. He had the passersby and the villains. This felt just right!

Senior Brother Zhao's arrangements are too authoritative! What will happen next? Hurry up and bring it on!!

"Someone got lucky and snagged a spot in a research project, and now he has the nerve to come back? Lu Mingfei, aren't you ashamed?"

As he spoke, he took two steps forward, his eyes sweeping over the surrounding classmates, as if he wanted to expose Lu Mingfei's "shamelessness" to everyone. "Aren't you just riding on the coattails of Senior Brother Zhao and Senior Brother Chu? You don't really think you got any credit for this, do you? No way, no way."

You're so cooperative, Zhao Menghua! You can't get this feel without reading online novels for ten years!

Just as Zhao Menghua was about to say something more, further escalating the awkward atmosphere, Lu Mingfei's phone suddenly rang. The crisp ringtone was particularly noticeable in the quiet classroom, interrupting Zhao Menghua's words. Lu Mingfei's heart skipped a beat, and he subconsciously looked down to take out his phone. The screen displayed an unfamiliar number, neither Zhao Zizhan's nor Zero's.

He hesitated for a moment, then pressed the answer button and held the phone to his ear.

"Your dad's phone number"

Zhao Menghua was taken aback at first, then chuckled as if he had heard the biggest joke in the world, crossed his arms, and didn't even glance at the phone: "Lu Mingfei, you can even come up with an excuse like this to change the subject?"

His voice rose a few decibels, as if he wanted everyone to know about Lu Mingfei's utterly foolish move, "My dad doesn't even know you, how could he possibly call you? Are you crazy?"

"I told you to answer!"

Although Zhao Menghua still didn't believe it, for some reason, he inexplicably reached out and hesitantly took the phone, placing it to his ear. He had barely uttered a "hello" when, upon hearing the voice on the other end, his expression instantly changed. His previous arrogance vanished, replaced by utter shock and disbelief. He even instinctively straightened his back, his voice stammering, "Dad?! How could you…"

On the other end of the phone, Zhao's father said something, and Zhao Menghua's face changed like the turning of a page, sometimes white, sometimes red, and sometimes deathly pale. He stammered, "But... Dad, I... I was wrong... I know..."

Chapter 213 Saying Goodbye to the Past.

The students around him were stunned. No one expected things to turn out this way. They all held their breath and stared at Zhao Menghua, wanting to know what had happened.

Zhao Menghua hung up the phone, his fingers still trembling slightly. He held the phone for a long time before reluctantly raising his head to look at Lu Mingfei. His face was full of resentment and unwillingness, yet he had no choice but to apologize. He opened his mouth, hesitated for a long time, and finally lowered his head, his voice so soft it was like a mosquito's hum: "I'm sorry, Lu Mingfei, I was wrong."

The image of Zhao Menghua bowing his head in apology was still frozen in everyone's mind. The air in the classroom seemed to freeze for a few seconds before being quietly filled with silent doubt.

The students looked at each other, their eyes filled with undisguised shock—did Lu Mingfei really have such great power?

Who exactly is this person who could make the usually arrogant Zhao Menghua obediently admit his mistake, and even have Zhao Menghua's father personally intervene to make him apologize? Is he a hidden scion of a wealthy family, or does he have some unknown background?

"They must all be wondering who I am, that's so true!"

Senior Brother Zhao, is this your plan? It's absolutely perfect!

Especially when he caught a glimpse of Zhao Menghua's face, which was flushed red with suppressed anger, and Chen Wenwen's surprised and inquisitive gaze from not far away, Lu Mingfei felt completely refreshed.

You actually managed to get Zhao Menghua's father to endorse me? Hajizhan... you bastard...

Just as Lu Mingfei thought that Zhao Zizhan had orchestrated everything, the piercing sound of police sirens came from outside the classroom window, growing louder and louder as they approached. Then came a deafening roar, like the spinning of helicopter propellers overhead. This sudden commotion shattered the classroom's tranquility, triggering a new wave of chaos.

The students stopped talking and looked up at the window. Some even stood up and peered out the window to see what was happening.

Lu Mingfei was also a little confused. What was going on? There was another expert?

Before he could figure it out, the classroom door was flung open with a bang, and several fully armed soldiers walked in. They wore crisp camouflage uniforms, carried heavy equipment, and marched in perfect unison, each step seeming to weigh heavily on everyone's hearts. Instantly, the previously noisy classroom fell completely silent; you could hear a pin drop. All eyes were drawn to the soldiers as if by a magnet, no one daring to breathe.

All eyes were drawn to the soldiers.

A man who looked like a military officer walked to the front of the classroom, standing tall and straight. He first looked around the classroom, then gave a solemn, standard military salute, his voice loud and steady: "Please return to your seats and do not move around. We apologize for any inconvenience caused."

Lu Mingfei looked up at the soldiers, his doubts deepening. But the next second, he saw Ling wearing an exquisite uniform, leading a group of soldiers in. She and the soldiers all turned their gazes toward him, and then marched in with neat steps straight toward him.

"Could it be that……"

Even with just a glance, Lu Mingfei could clearly see the expressions on the faces of his classmates—some were nervous, some were curious, but most of all, they were bursting with excitement, as if they were waiting for some earth-shattering secret to be revealed.

In the classroom, all the students returned to their seats. Whether it was Zhao Menghua, who was still holding a grudge about the apology, Chen Wenwen with a complicated look in her eyes, or the always arrogant Su Xiaoqiang, they all stared intently at Lu Mingfei as if watching an incredibly exciting and suspenseful movie, not wanting to look away for even a second, afraid of missing any detail.

Soon, Zero and his soldiers arrived in front of Lu Mingfei. They snapped to attention, their movements perfectly synchronized, and gave Lu Mingfei a solemn salute. Zero looked at Lu Mingfei with unwavering loyalty in his eyes: "Mr. Lu Mingfei, our unit is reporting to you on an urgent mission. Please come with us to the base immediately."

Wow……

A low murmur arose in the classroom.

Wow, what a beautiful little girl!

"What exactly does Lu Mingfei do? Why is he so highly regarded by the military?"

"The previous guaranteed admission, Zhao Menghua apologized, and now soldiers are coming... Isn't this exactly what I was dreaming about?!"

Lu Mingfei took a deep breath.