Chapter 36

Chapter Thirty-Six: You're Not a Bad Person, Just Stupid!

When Tang Chong mentioned, "There are a few more siblings outside, and only your father knows about this," Qiao Lei was already very angry.

However, he managed to hold back his anger and wanted to hear what Tang Chong would say next.

Unexpectedly, the more he listened, the angrier and more shocked he became.

What does it mean to know something before it happens?

What does it mean to hit the nail on the head?

What does it mean to pierce the heart?

Yes, Tang Chong had guessed everything correctly.

Qiao Lei's family conditions were quite good. They ran a leather factory, which, although not at the top of the domestic pyramid, was enough to provide a decent life for the family. This was the source of his pride.

He was the only son in the family, with an older sister. Due to the local custom of favoring boys over girls, he was almost like a little emperor at home. From a young age, he could get whatever he wanted and do whatever he pleased. He was always the center of attention wherever he went.

Until he entered university and came to Nan Da, his life underwent a complete transformation.

Nan Da gathered elite students from all over the country. Compared to many of his classmates, his family's assets were insignificant. His academic performance was only average, and those who had started investing in the stock market or IT industry in their teens and made millions or even tens of millions left him feeling ashamed. Even his once-prided appearance was severely challenged—those popular campus heartthrobs had nothing to do with him.

He tried to approach them, but they were unwilling to be his friends.

So, he chose another path, just as Tang Chong had said. He built a reputation and once again became the center of attention. His targets were always weaker than him.

Anyone who accidentally offended him would be humiliated in various ways, losing all their dignity.

Hua Ming was just one of their frequent playthings.

His face turned purple, cold sweat dripped from his forehead, and his facial muscles twitched. He clenched his teeth, but he could still hear them clattering. His fists clenched and unclenched, and his blood flowed rapidly, as if his body were about to explode.

Qiao Lei didn't know what to say or whether to punch him.

He felt naked in front of Tang Chong, which made him feel very weak and insecure.

Before Qiao Lei could react, his cronies behind him started shouting.

"Is this guy's brain waterlogged? What are you, anyway? You study psychology, and you think you're a fortune-teller?"

"Why listen to so much nonsense? Brothers, let's take him down quickly so we can go eat. I'll treat you to Western food for lunch today."

"Damn, I can't stand his pretentious attitude. Brother Lei, should we take action? Say the word."

The words of his teammates reminded Qiao Lei.

He finally reacted. Yes, he had been insulted by this guy.

Every word, every sentence, every look, every tone, and even the way he curled his lips were all insults to him.

How should he deal with someone who insults him? Of course, by taking him down. This was their usual style.

So, he punched Tang Chong's face, which was right in front of him and made him feel disgusted.

Crack.

His wrist was caught by Tang Chong.

"Actually, you're not a bad person, just a bit stupid," Tang Chong said mockingly. "If you were a cunning guy, I could say all this, and you would remain calm or laugh it off and change the subject. At least that would clear your name and show everyone that I was wrong. Your angry and embarrassed look clearly shows that everything I said is true."

Who could remain calm after hearing such "praise"?

Qiao Lei was almost driven mad.

He wanted to fight Tang Chong to the death.

"You really deserve a beating," Qiao Lei cursed. "When I make your mouth swell, I'll see how you talk."

As he spoke, Qiao Lei began to exert force consciously.

He had played basketball since he was young and had systematically trained at a club, so his physical condition was quite good. Otherwise, Hua Ming, who was much stronger, wouldn't have lost in the wrist-wrestling match.

Unfortunately, no matter how hard he tried, his wrist was like being clamped by an iron vise.

"I have a habit," Tang Chong said. "I return the favor in the same way. Fortunately, you just said you would make my mouth swell, not cut out my tongue."

So, Tang Chong used his free left hand to strike Qiao Lei's mouth.

Qiao Lei quickly used his left hand to block, showing good crisis awareness and quick reflexes.

Bang.

Their fists collided.

"If I were you, I would choose to give up blocking," Tang Chong said, then threw another punch.

Bang.

Qiao Lei blocked it again.

Tang Chong smiled and increased the speed of his left hand's punches, getting faster and faster.

At first, Hua Ming and the others could see clearly, but later, they only saw a blur of punches.

Bang, bang, bang.

At first, Qiao Lei could still hold his ground.

But as Tang Chong's speed increased, he couldn't keep up.

Then, the punches all landed on his mouth.

Slap, slap, slap.

The sound changed.

When Tang Chong stopped punching, Qiao Lei's mouth was swollen like a boiled pig's head.

Qiao Lei stumbled backward a few steps and only stopped when he hit Li Dapeng's chest.

"Brother Lei, are you okay?" Li Dapeng held Qiao Lei and asked with concern.

When Qiao Lei and Tang Chong fought, they didn't help because they thought Qiao Lei was just bullying someone. They didn't expect him to be the one being bullied. That guy was so strong.

Qiao Lei didn't answer Li Dapeng's question. First, he didn't have the time; he was busy. Second, he thought the question was too stupid and embarrassing.

Can I tell you that I'm seriously injured and bleeding from my mouth?

Wiping the blood from the corner of his mouth, Qiao Lei roared and charged at Tang Chong with both fists clenched.

Li Dapeng, worried that Qiao Lei would continue to suffer, shouted, "Brothers, let's go."

Then, he and the other basketball players also rushed at Tang Chong.

Six against one.

Although Hua Ming's body was exhausted from military training, since this incident was because of him and they were targeting him, how could he stand by and watch Tang Chong be beaten up?

"I'll fight you to the death," he said, moving his large body forward forcefully.

Li Yu, who couldn't even stand steadily earlier, also showed his manly side. He clenched his fists and ran determinedly toward a tall guy.

He planned to jump and punch the guy in the groin.

Liang Tao stood there hesitantly.

Two seconds later, he cursed, "Damn, consider it a debt."

Then, he followed Li Yu and charged forward.

The three members of Dorm 307 all joined in, forming a line behind Tang Chong and running forward.

Fight!

However, what happened next almost made everyone's eyes pop out—no, their glasses.

When Qiao Lei charged at him, Tang Chong also moved.

He took the initiative to attack. When Qiao Lei threw a punch, Tang Chong sidestepped, avoiding the punch and the powerful body collision. Then, he reached out and used a large grappling technique to catch Qiao Lei's wrist. He turned 180 degrees, and to avoid pain, Qiao Lei had to follow.

He retracted his foot and crouched down.

Then, he hugged Qiao Lei's large body and lifted it onto his shoulder.

He ran forward two steps and threw Qiao Lei's body forward forcefully.

In front of them was a lotus pond, with withered lotus flowers and leaves floating on the water.

Splash.

Qiao Lei's body fell into the pond, completely submerged, disappearing from sight.

After throwing him, Tang Chong quickly turned around and avoided Li Dapeng's sneak attack from behind.

Then, he reached out, pulled, and dragged Li Dapeng to the edge of the pond.

"Since you two are so close, go down and keep him company," Tang Chong said with a smile.

As he spoke, he let go, and Li Dapeng fell backward into the pond.

Two more unlucky guys rushed over, and Tang Chong avoided their almost negligible punches and kicks, then pushed them into the pond.

Clunk.

Huang Puyang and Zhang Le struggled to stop their forward momentum.

They looked at Tang Chong standing by the pond in shock, as if they had seen a ghost.

Who is this guy?

Qiao Lei wasn't his match, Li Dapeng wasn't his match, and the six of them together weren't his match. They hadn't lost their reason in anger.

They were very clear that even if they charged forward, they would also be thrown into the pond.

They exchanged a glance and made up their minds.

"Kid, you wait," Huang Puyang shouted, pointing at Tang Chong. "We'll get more people. You stay here."

"I'm afraid I don't have much time," Tang Chong said with a smile. "Just run away? Isn't that a bit unrighteous? How about this: I think you two are smart, so I'll give you a choice. You can choose to charge at me and let me throw you in, or you can choose to jump in yourself."

"..."

"If I throw you in, it might be more embarrassing. I'll count to three, and you'd better make a choice. One, two..."

Tang Chong counted quickly to create a tense atmosphere.

Before Tang Chong could say "three," the two of them screamed and jumped into the lotus pond.

Compared to the others who were thrown in by Tang Chong, their poses were much more graceful.

Unfortunately, they didn't know what they had lost.

Splash.

The sound of splashing water continued, startling a few dragonflies, a dozen fish, and creating ripples in the pond.

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