Chapter 72

Meng Tian had never really considered this issue before. After some careful thought, he really couldn't find anything he disliked.

Seeing Meng Tian's hesitation, Li Er's smile became even more radiant. This was a smile born of sincerity and confidence. Yue Jing was very beautiful, but such a common thing could not arouse his interest.

Meng Tian was not only beautiful but also had a kind of spirituality that attracted him.

This could only be found in someone pure and sincere.

"We are of the same kind. When we have no goal, why not try dating? Don't waste our youth."

Although it sounded very frivolous, Li Er said it very sincerely. Even in love, he would choose his partner very carefully, preferring to be alone than to settle for less.

This was his pursuit of perfection.

Meng Tian shook her head, "You think like a perfect machine. Perhaps it's because we are of the same kind that I don't like you. And you're wrong, I already have a goal."

Li Er was taken aback, "You must be joking. That Meng Tian is just putting on a show. I think you should see through it. You don't need to use this method to distance yourself from me; it's not in our nature."

"If you understand me, you should know I don't lie and wouldn't bother to lie."

"This is impossible. In a place like this, no one is worthy of you. Not to mention Masas, he's just a minor figure in Victor's organization."

Li Er didn't believe it at all.

"Who it is doesn't matter. The focus isn't on you. I wish you a pleasant stay in Shangjing, my friend."

Meng Tian smiled slightly. She rarely smiled, just like Li Er, who also rarely smiled. But when they did, they were particularly charming.

At this moment, he believed Meng Tian wasn't lying, but he also knew that whoever Meng Tian liked must be stronger than her. In this broken place, who could be stronger than her?

There was no one!

In Li Er's mind, the person Meng Tian liked must be someone with a perfect background, appearance, ability, and will.

But the Asian region was a politically weak area, and there wouldn't be anyone who could match her.

Ye Zisu finally found Wang Zheng after getting rid of many suitors.

"Our great hero, why are you all alone?"

Ye Zisu took two glasses of champagne from a waiter.

Wang Zheng withdrew his gaze and smiled, "I'm not really used to this kind of occasion."

He took a sip of the champagne, "Thanks, but I still prefer beer."

If anyone else did this, it would definitely ruin the atmosphere. How could one be so impolite in front of a beautiful woman? It was so uncouth. But Ye Zisu found it very refreshing and natural.

"I don't really like it either. It's just for show. She can't come, can she?"

Ye Zisu knew very well that Aina needed to keep a low profile. If she appeared in such a grand setting, the risk would be too great. Once exposed, a quiet life would be impossible.

This was life, and often choices had to be made.

Even in Ye Zisu's case, Aina was from a different world, someone who shouldn't exist. What could she bring to Wang Zheng?

"The moon is beautiful tonight. As a friend and old schoolmate, I can't let you be alone. Let me be your dance partner."

She gently took Wang Zheng's arm.

Wang Zheng smiled, "I really can't dance. Let someone else do it."

"That won't do. The first dance of the ball must be led by the main character."

Ye Zisu said.

"Zisu, I think I would be a more suitable dance partner."

Meng Tian had appeared on the forgotten balcony. Under the moonlight, Meng Tian had a transcendent aura. Her figure was truly superior to all the other girls. Her tall and slender build, paired with a white evening gown, outshone all the other gentle and lovely types.

After all, the ball was a place where presence mattered.

But Ye Zisu wasn't about to back down, "You should take care of your friend who came from afar."

"Li Er? That's old news. Wang Zheng, you remember I asked you for a favor. Now it's time to keep your promise."

Meng Tian said.

Wang Zheng was puzzled for a moment, then suddenly remembered that he had indeed promised Meng Tian during a free sparring session.

"I do remember. What's up?"

"Since your girlfriend isn't here, you can help me fend off some people."

Meng Tian glanced at the hall.

Wang Zheng touched his nose. A shield, huh?

"Are you afraid?" Meng Tian said, "Don't worry, I'll explain to your girlfriend."

Wang Zheng shook his head and smiled, "No need. I'll do what I promised. She won't mind."

Meng Tian didn't know, but Ye Zisu did. She didn't understand where Wang Zheng got such confidence. Was he not afraid of offending the little princess?

In a corner of the balcony, five heads were peeking around furtively.

"Damn, Brother Zheng is really my idol!" Chen Xiu was so envious he couldn't speak.

"Pfft, I don't know what kind of love potion Zisu and Meng Tian took. This guy is just good at fighting, what's so charming about him?"

An Mei was quite indignant.

"Cough, Mei Mei, don't get interested in the boss. This guy is terrifying, he can charm both men and women. I fell for him too."

Everyone made a face of disgust. An Mei tapped Yan Xiaosu's head, "Don't be disgusting. This guy isn't my type. He's like an old man with a story. At this age, what's with the deep and mysterious act?"

"Not really, I think Brother Zheng is very energetic," Chen Xiu said blankly.

"Xiu, sometimes it's better to keep quiet. Qing Qing, may I have this dance?"

Alan said elegantly. In such a setting, he was always dressed up, quite different from his usual state of wearing big shorts and shouting at the computer in the dorm.

Du Qingqing smiled, "Of course, I thought I would be alone tonight."

Chen Xiu was petrified. Damn, the only one truly alone was him. Was this what it meant to be a master? Why didn't he speak up earlier? God!

"So our hero was hiding here, enjoying his own good fortune."

A man holding a glass of wine walked over. Kanbena smiled, very gentlemanly.

"Wang Zheng, congratulations."

"Senior, thank you for your guidance."

Wang Zheng smiled and raised his glass in a toast.

"I didn't expect to meet two masters near graduation. You two are the future of our Earth Federation!"

Kanbena said, referring to Li Er as well.

"Senior, are you going to the Solar System Federation Army?"

Kanbena smiled and nodded, "I wanted to end with a victory, but I lost. However, it's good. It reminded me."

Regardless of the outcome, his grace and humility impressed the three of them.

"Just luck. What advice do you have, Senior Kanbena?" Wang Zheng said.

Winning was just a match and didn't negate his strength. In Wang Zheng's view, Kanbena's overall quality wasn't inferior to his.

"Based on your and Li Er's performance, you should be selected for the Solar System A competition. You two are stronger than me and have the potential to bring glory to Earth."

A? Wang Zheng looked puzzled.

Kanbena didn't explain, "Among the strong, there are always stronger ones. Masas only showed half his strength this time. He serves Victor. You will meet him sooner or later."

"Victor... you mean?" Meng Tian was slightly stunned.

"Ha ha, yes, the Holy Knight Victor, the perfect warrior. He's a second-year student and the most terrifying warrior I've ever seen."

Wang Zheng smiled, "Senior, challenges make life more interesting."

Kanbena was slightly taken aback, then smiled in agreement. He had been the same way back then, but such things were normal. Talking too much was pointless. Life was the fastest way to mature.

Kanbena didn't expect that the confident boy in front of him would reach such heights.

In Admiral Kanbena's memoirs, he once wrote, "The first time I met him, I thought the calmness and confidence in his eyes were just youthful arrogance, but time proved me wrong..."

"Now, please welcome our hero, Wang Zheng from the Physics Department!"

In the hall, Zhang Shan, the host, roared, waving his arms. The atmosphere immediately became passionate.

Wang Zheng's performance had salvaged his mistake. Even now, he still felt the victory seemed surreal.

But they had done it!

Meng Tian and Ye Zisu exchanged glances. Neither was one to back down. They smiled and followed inside.

Who Wang Zheng chose was his right, but they wouldn't back down.

"Richie Su, what are you so nervous about?"

An Mei frowned.

"Damn, I'm worried about the boss. He's never been in such a setting. Will he be nervous? The key is, he can't dance at all!"

Yan Xiaosu said, worried. The opening dance was led by Wang Zheng, and any excuse at this point would be seen as backing down.

In high school, the two were just acquaintances. In college, things suddenly changed, and there was an adjustment period. Wang Zheng's sudden rise left no room for adjustment.

"Our hero, say a few words." Zhang Shan handed the microphone to Wang Zheng.

The ballroom fell silent, all eyes on Wang Zheng. This was a different kind of pressure. Some people enjoyed fighting, some enjoyed being the center of attention, but few enjoyed both, especially at the beginning.

Wang Zheng wasn't nervous, but he didn't know what to say. He was about to make a few casual remarks and step down when he noticed a figure at the entrance of the hall.

Although she was far away, her appearance still lit up Wang Zheng's world.

Wang Zheng hadn't expected her to come. Their eyes met, and their reunion seemed like a dream.

"I don't know what the future will bring. I even feel like I'm in a dream now. But here, I want to say, thank you for lighting up my world. I will always, always remember, my princess."

Wang Zheng's voice was magnetic. This was the first time he had opened his heart. It was the first time in his life. Coming out of the cube, the unknown dangers and confusion were what truly defined Wang Zheng. He wasn't as strong as he appeared and might have been lost between reality and the virtual world. But at that moment, Aina appeared.

Everyone was taken aback. They expected Wang Zheng to talk about the victory or praise something else, but instead, he said something that sounded like a confession.

Wang Zheng didn't seem like a romantic person at all!

Following Wang Zheng's gaze, everyone turned around...

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