Chapter 76

Seeing Ye Fan's nervousness, Su Liuli seemed to be in a great mood, as if someone had delivered a pillow to her while she was sleepy. She felt extremely satisfied.

At the same time, in front of them, Situ Haotian saw Su Jindi rushing over and immediately said coldly, "Stop him!"

"Whoosh!"

When Su Jindi shouted Situ Ruoshui's name, eight burly men immediately tensed up, ready for battle.

At that moment, upon hearing Situ Haotian's order, the leader of the group, who was agile like a leopard, instantly darted forward and shouted, "Stop!"

The sudden shout startled Su Jindi, and he instinctively stopped. Then, ignoring the fierce expression of the burly man, he stared straight at Situ Ruoshui and waved, saying, "Goddess Ruoshui, hello, my name is Su Jindi, and I am your supporter!"

Huh?

Seeing Su Jindi's excitement, as if he had been injected with adrenaline, and noticing that he had no hidden weapons, the burly man turned to look at Situ Haotian.

"Brother Haotian, let him come over. I've seen him at the competition site," Situ Ruoshui said happily, as if meeting a fan was a delightful thing.

"Ruoshui, my adoptive father has some matters for me to handle, and we need to return to Donghai immediately."

Situ Haotian frowned. Although Nan Qinghong had not made any moves so far, he believed that every minute they stayed in Hanghu increased their danger.

"Alright."

Situ Ruoshui nodded helplessly, then waved to Su Jindi, saying, "I have to go now. What's your in-game name? We can exchange ideas later."

"My in-game name is 'Ludi'..." Hearing Situ Ruoshui's words, Su Jindi felt his heart melting, and he smiled happily.

However—

Before he could finish his sentence, Su Liuli ran over and waved to Situ Ruoshui, saying, "Situ Ruoshui, hello, I am also a freshman in the School of Economics and Management at Donghai University. My name is Su Liuli."

"Huh?"

Hearing Su Liuli's words, Situ Ruoshui was taken aback, then suddenly remembered something and said, "I've seen your photo and introduction on the school website. You are the top student of our class!"

After saying this, Situ Ruoshui turned to Situ Haotian and said, "Brother Haotian, that's my classmate. I'll go and get to know her."

"Miss Situ, you can't go over there!"

This time, before Situ Haotian could speak, Xiao Jiu stepped forward to block Situ Ruoshui, his eyes fixed on Ye Fan as if trying to see through him.

Noticing Xiao Jiu's unusual behavior, Situ Haotian quickly asked, "Xiao Jiu, what's wrong?"

"That person has longer arms than usual, smooth and flat knuckles, and smooth skin. He is a trained fighter and not a weak one!" Xiao Jiu said with a serious expression.

Hearing this, Situ Haotian's expression changed abruptly. Just as he was about to order his men to be on guard, he saw Su Yuxin walking up the stairs.

Clearly... as the crown prince of the Donghai Gang, he knew Su Yuxin!

"That's the Su family from Hanghu."

Seeing Su Yuxin, Situ Haotian relaxed. After a moment's thought, he turned to Situ Ruoshui and said, "Ruoshui, go and greet them. We'll leave after that."

"Got it, Brother Haotian."

Situ Ruoshui nodded and walked over to Su Jindi and Su Liuli.

"Sister Liuli, you have to introduce me to Situ Ruoshui properly!"

Seeing Situ Ruoshui approaching, Su Jindi's heart was pounding. He grabbed Su Liuli's arm and said with a pleading look.

"Introduce you to hell! I'll deal with my business first!"

Compared to Su Jindi, Su Liuli was just as excited, if not more so.

Business?

Su Jindi was puzzled.

"Hello, Situ Ruoshui, I never expected to meet you here."

While Su Jindi was confused, Su Liuli greeted Situ Ruoshui proactively, her eyes involuntarily lingering on Situ Ruoshui's 36D chest, her expression a mix of envy and jealousy.

"Me too, it's great to meet you before the start of the semester."

Situ Ruoshui said happily, "Since we are so fated, we can live in the same dormitory after the semester starts. I'm also in the Business Administration program."

"Sure."

Su Liuli agreed readily, then gave a mischievous smile and pointed at Ye Fan, saying, "Do you know him?"

Situ Ruoshui looked in the direction Su Liuli pointed and shook her head in confusion.

Seeing this, Ye Fan knew that Su Liuli was determined to expose his "farce." Although he felt a bit awkward, he had to face it.

"He said he knows you and that you invited him to join your Barbie team!" Seeing Ye Fan's rare moment of awkwardness, Su Liuli was overjoyed, almost wanting to laugh out loud.

Hearing this, Situ Ruoshui was taken aback, then suddenly remembered something and said excitedly, "You... you are Ghost, right?"

Whoosh!

Seeing Situ Ruoshui shout Ye Fan's in-game name with excitement, everyone's attention was drawn to Ye Fan, their eyes filled with confusion.

Yes...

Confusion!

Situ Haotian and the others had already noticed that Ye Fan was a trained fighter and possibly a bodyguard for the Su family, but they couldn't believe that a martial artist and bodyguard would play games and have any connection with Situ Ruoshui!

Compared to them, Su Liuli, Su Jindi, and Su Yuxin were even more shocked!

After all, three days ago, when Ye Fan said that Situ Ruoshui had invited him to join the Barbie team, even Su Yuxin, who trusted Ye Fan immensely, thought he was joking.

That's why Su Liuli deliberately mentioned what Ye Fan had boasted about, hoping to expose his "farce."

Now, with Situ Ruoshui excitedly saying Ye Fan's in-game name, what did it mean?

It meant that Ye Fan wasn't lying and that it was indeed true!

"Is your in-game name Ruoshui?" Ye Fan was also stunned. He had always thought that the player "Ruoshui" was a fan of Situ Ruoshui.

"Brother Ye, I am completely in awe of you!"

Su Jindi was about to go crazy. At this point, he was sure that Ye Fan wasn't lying and that Ye Fan didn't know Situ Ruoshui's in-game name was "Ruoshui."

"Uh..."

At the same time, Su Liuli's sexy lips formed an O shape. She looked at Ye Fan in disbelief, as if asking, "Is this even possible??"

Su Yuxin was also amazed.

In her view, Ye Fan had gone to Green Lake Group's Jiangnan branch, not only helping Green Lake Group win the first phase of the Binhe New District project but also helping the Su family overthrow the He family.

Now, Ye Fan casually played a game and was invited to join the team by Situ Ruoshui, known as the goddess of League of Legends and the idol of otaku.

More importantly, Ye Fan himself thought it was fake...

She felt the world was collapsing!

"You didn't know until now?"

Situ Ruoshui couldn't help but exclaim. In her view, it was one thing for Ye Fan not to know her in-game name a few days ago, but to not verify it even after several days was quite surprising. Moreover, Su Jindi, who was standing next to Ye Fan, was her supporter.

"Sorry, I really didn't know." Ye Fan couldn't help but laugh bitterly. This misunderstanding was too ridiculous.

Hearing this, Su Jindi wanted to buy a block of tofu and smash his head against it—those League of Legends players would dream of meeting Situ Ruoshui, and Ye Fan had directly rejected her invitation... the difference was too great!

Playing hard to get!

This guy must be playing hard to get!

At this moment, Su Liuli also recovered from her shock. She suddenly thought of something and quickly said to Situ Ruoshui, "Ruoshui, let me tell you, this guy is not a good person and is good at lying. I think he knew it was you all along, otherwise, he wouldn't have told us about you inviting him to join the team. He did this to pique your curiosity and make you take the bait!"

"..."

Seeing Su Liuli stirring up trouble again, Ye Fan felt powerless. He wondered if he had offended Su Liuli in a past life, otherwise, why would she always target him?

"Really?"

Situ Ruoshui looked at Ye Fan, blinking her beautiful eyes. After a moment of hesitation, she walked over to Ye Fan.

Huh?

She... she wouldn't be deceived by Ye Fan's appearance, would she?

Su Liuli was at a loss, while Ye Fan was also confused, not knowing what Situ Ruoshui was going to do.

"Hello, Ghost, whether you are making an excuse to reject my invitation or really didn't know me, I won't be angry."

Situ Ruoshui walked up to Ye Fan, her face full of sincerity, and said, "Because, as I said to you that day, I think you have great potential and will definitely become a super expert in the future. I sincerely hope you can join our Barbie team and participate in the global e-sports competition with us!"

"Uh..."

Su Liuli, Su Jindi, and Su Yuxin were stunned again. Clearly, they never expected Situ Ruoshui to extend another invitation after being rejected.

Not only them, but even Ye Fan was taken aback!

"Thank you for not holding a grudge and for your invitation."

After being stunned, Ye Fan was moved by Situ Ruoshui's magnanimity and sincerity, but he still shook his head and said, "I'm really sorry, but I still can't join the Barbie team."

"Brother Ye, you..."

Seeing Ye Fan reject Situ Ruoshui's invitation again, Su Jindi felt like jumping off a mountain. This was too much of a blow.

Was he not playing hard to get?

Su Liuli was also surprised. In her view, Ye Fan had already succeeded in playing hard to get and didn't need to reject the invitation again. After all, rejecting it again would make Situ Ruoshui lose face, and even if she was curious and had a good impression of Ye Fan, it would change.

Only Su Yuxin was not surprised. Although she didn't know Ye Fan well, she could see that with his abilities, he wouldn't become a professional gamer.

"It's okay, everyone has their own choices, just like I didn't choose the path of a professional gamer."

Situ Ruoshui didn't expect Ye Fan to reject her again, so she was stunned for several seconds. However, after recovering, she didn't get angry but smiled cutely and said, "I'm glad to meet you. We are friends now, and we should communicate more in the game."

With that, Situ Ruoshui extended her soft hand.

"Sure."

Situ Ruoshui's innocence and magnanimity touched Ye Fan. He shook her hand, being very careful not to take advantage of the situation.

This surprised Su Liuli again, and she looked at Ye Fan in confusion: Could... could he really be as Su Yuxin said, not a hooligan?

No!

This guy must be afraid to take advantage because there are too many people around!

Su Liuli quickly reaffirmed her long-held belief.

"Miss Su, I heard you have recovered. Congratulations."

Just as Ye Fan finished shaking hands with Situ Ruoshui, Situ Haotian walked over, smiling at Su Yuxin while keeping his eyes on Ye Fan.

"Thank you."

Su Yuxin and Situ Haotian were not familiar, having only met once, but she responded politely.

"You're too kind, Miss Su."

Situ Haotian smiled, then turned to Ye Fan and asked, "I believe this is the famous Doctor Ye who has recently gained a lot of attention?"

"Mr. Situ, hello." Ye Fan smiled back.

Huh?

Situ Haotian was taken aback, his pupils narrowing slightly. "Mr. Ye knows me?"

"Since Mr. Situ knows me, why can't I know Mr. Situ?" Ye Fan asked with a smile.

For some reason, Ye Fan's originally ordinary smile made Situ Haotian feel uncomfortable. He forced a smile and said, "Hehe, Mr. Ye is very witty. Since you know me, you must know Liu Tianjun. I heard about you from him."

"Mr. Situ, although I don't know why you are here, I know that you have been suppressed by Qiao Bazhi in Hanghu for the past two years. Coming here rashly is very dangerous."

Ye Fan intentionally reminded him, partly to return the favor to Liu Tianjun and more importantly because he had a very good impression of Situ Ruoshui and didn't want to see the innocent and cute girl become a victim of gang wars.

"Thank you for the warning, Mr. Ye." Situ Haotian responded calmly, but his mind was like a lake with a stone thrown into it, unable to calm down.

Deep and unfathomable.

That was the feeling Ye Fan gave him!

PS: The second update will be around 23:55 tonight.

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