Chapter 45

Xu Xuejiao's body proportions could be said to be perfect.

At 160 centimeters tall, she wasn't particularly tall in front of Lu Chengwen, but she appeared petite and adorable, a charming little thing.

Especially when she wore a light pink blouse, a pink plaid JK pleated skirt, and a large bow at her chest, paired with pure white knee-high socks and dark brown casual student shoes, her thighs were strikingly white, as if untouched by the world...

How to put it...

The word "innocent" was far from enough.

Besides innocence, there was also allure.

That kind of girlish charm, that blend of purity and sensuality, would make anyone's heart race, longing to hold her close and be intimate.

Lu Chengwen exhaled, though he felt immense pressure, he still smiled, sincerely praising, "Xuejiao, you really look beautiful."

Lu Chengwen spoke very seriously, but also very calmly.

It gave the impression that, although he was very tired, seeing her in this outfit still left him amazed.

Xu Xuejiao had expected Lu Chengwen to act like a big pervert, exaggerating how beautiful and charming she was; or to make a move with ill intentions; or to make some suggestive jokes...

But she didn't expect Lu Chengwen to be in this state.

Though his tone was calm, it was very sincere and credible.

If Lu Chengwen had teased her, she would have had a hundred ways to banter with him.

But with Lu Chengwen suddenly like this, Xu Xuejiao didn't know what to do.

She even started to feel nervous.

Standing there, she felt every movement was awkward, her heart racing, and she shyly said,

"You... why are you suddenly so serious? It's making me feel a bit uncomfortable."

Lu Chengwen smiled, "Don't dress like this often, it's too lethal. Be careful, the boys in Xuecheng will lose sleep over you."

Xu Xuejiao happily pounced on him, hugging Lu Chengwen, "What about you? Will you lose sleep over me?"

Lu Chengwen patted her head, "I have too many things to worry about. Xuejiao, if you see Iron Lump Wang again, remember, just tell him you're a friend of Long Aotian, and he won't dare to do anything to you, got it?"

"Who is Long Aotian? I only know you."

Lu Chengwen shook his head regretfully, "I was just bluffing today. He mistook me for Long Aotian, which is why he was both respectful and afraid of me. If he knew I was just a rich second generation, he might have killed me."

"Hahaha, you're just boasting, there's no such thing!"

"I'm serious, you must remember what I said, remember."

Xu Xuejiao noticed that Lu Chengwen was very serious today. She looked up at his face, "So... that's why you were scared in the car?"

Lu Chengwen nodded, "Long Aotian has a very complicated background, he's hard to deal with. Actually... he really likes you. If you were willing to be with him, he would protect you..."

"You're talking nonsense!"

Xu Xuejiao immediately became upset, "I'm in your arms now, what are you talking about?"

Lu Chengwen then realized that he had naturally hugged Xu Xuejiao.

Lu Chengwen slowly pushed her away, "Xuejiao, we can only be friends."

Xu Xuejiao frowned, "What do you mean?"

"Exactly what I said," Lu Chengwen said, "I have a lot to do, I can't explain it to you, but I have to do things on my own. You, Qingqiu, Mengyun... you all need to stay far away from me. What I'm going to do is very dangerous, one wrong move and I'll be dead."

"I'm not afraid! What's so great about Long Aotian? A disgusting guy! I don't want to be with someone like that!"

"Xuejiao, there are many things you don't understand..."

"If I don't understand, you can teach me! Is it about business?"

"It's not that simple," Lu Chengwen said, "Long Aotian is actually a decent person, he..."

"He's decent!?" Xu Xuejiao said, "I treated Grandpa Chen, and he actually tried to sabotage me from behind. Fortunately, you stopped him in time!"

Lu Chengwen was surprised, "You... saw that?"

"Yes!" Xu Xuejiao said, "A so-called doctor, who, while another doctor is treating a patient, disregards the patient's safety to show off his own abilities, do you call that decent?"

Lu Chengwen sighed, "That grandson did something really despicable."

"And you, when a batch of substandard drugs was destroyed, you didn't blink at the loss of a few billion. You are the decent one."

Lu Chengwen complained, "I'm not decent at all, that batch of drugs was a problem caused by our family."

"But it wasn't your responsibility, you're the one who takes responsibility bravely."

Xu Xuejiao said, "I realize I misunderstood you before. You are very loyal to your friends, like when you got beaten up several times for Chen Moku in school; you are very good to your girlfriend, Sister Mengyun often tells me about your kindness, how you took care of her like a little sister; and you are very filial to your parents, Sister Mengyun says that Uncle Lu often beats you, but you never get angry, and you always try to make him and Aunt Lu happy... In short, I think you are actually a good person. You just pretend to be a bad guy."

Lu Chengwen was at a loss.

But Xu Xuejiao's words woke him up.

Yes, he could run, but what about his mom and dad? They have no idea they are in danger.

If he left, he would leave the Great Sage Group to his dad to manage, and he would definitely clash with Long Aotian.

Dad doesn't even know what kind of hero Long Aotian is or what skills he has, he would definitely be killed in a tower dive.

I can't leave.

I have to stay. Only I know the ins and outs of Long Aotian, and only I can try to protect the Great Sage Group and my parents.

Lu Chengwen felt cornered.

He couldn't run. Staying meant waiting to die.

Iron Lump Wang even entered the game early, how can I live like this?

I was planning to take it slow, gather more equipment in the beginner village to prepare for the later team battles.

Now, the jungler is here.

One Long Aotian can already beat me in a one-on-one, and now he's coming to gank. Is this necessary?

Is it really necessary?

Lu Chengwen felt like his head was splitting.

Everyone around him was not playing by the rules, and the storylines were all messed up because of his "awakening."

So far, he hasn't been hurt, but his goal isn't to avoid getting hurt, but to survive until the end!

But the plot is getting more and more dangerous.

I slept with the protagonist's girl, that's a capital offense.

I stopped the protagonist from showing off several times, that's also a capital offense.

Now I'm even impersonating the protagonist and tamed one of his foolish subordinates...

Except for not doing evil deeds, I've done almost everything that could get me killed.

Just then, Leng Qingqiu called again, saying she had something important to discuss and wanted to see him immediately.

Lu Chengwen didn't know whether to agree or not.

Meeting any of the main characters right now was very dangerous.

Especially Leng Qingqiu!

Leng Qingqiu has publicly said she wants to pursue me.

[Ha, I really thank you!]

Lu Chengwen couldn't understand, what kind of species are women, you say?

[I chased you for three years, desperately, and you treated me like garbage.]

[Now I want you to stay away from me, and you start getting interested!]

Xu Xuejiao watched Lu Chengwen's expression change, hearing his inner thoughts, feeling both angry and happy.

"Hey, do you really not like Leng Qingqiu anymore?"

"Of course not."

"Hehe, then be my boyfriend, I really want to fall in love once!"

Lu Chengwen looked at Xu Xuejiao, thinking, what's the difference?

Why am I talking like this!?

What's the difference between you and her!?

Lu Chengwen said, "You, ah, go back where you came from, go to the company more often, don't keep hanging around me. It's annoying."

Xu Xuejiao immediately kicked Lu Chengwen's calf hard, "Then why did you save me today?"

Lu Chengwen rubbed his calf, "I'm sick! Is that okay?"

"No, if you're sick, be sick all the way! Come, I'll go with you to see Leng Qingqiu!"

"What for?"

"Let her know she's outdated, I'm your new owner!"

"What did you say!?"

"Come on!"

"I warn you, don't cause trouble!"

"Don't worry, I'll make you look good!"

Qianfeng Group.

Conference room.

Leng Qingqiu sat in the boss's chair, exuding authority without anger.

Leng Tianhao sat at the head of the table, also with a serious face.

Lu Chengwen thought, are they at odds again? Why do you keep involving me in your family affairs?

"Uncle Leng, Qingqiu, what's up?"

Leng Qingqiu said, "Sit down first."

Xu Xuejiao smiled, "Hello, Uncle Leng."

Leng Tianhao quickly smiled, "Oh, Xuejiao is here too, sit, sit, sit."

Lu Chengwen just sat down when Leng Tianhao said, "Chengwen, I have to make something clear to you. The engagement between you and Qingqiu can't be honored."

"Oh."

Leng Tianhao sighed, "I know you won't agree, but your money hasn't entered my account. In short, I, Leng Tianhao, never do losing business, so I firmly oppose you two being together! I'll talk to your dad later."

"Okay."

Leng Tianhao thought, something's not right, what's up with this kid?

He's so calm about this news!?

Didn't he think he couldn't live without Leng Qingqiu? During these three years, this kid's flattery was so disgusting I almost couldn't stand it.

He should absolutely not accept this news!

What's going on?

"I'm warning you, I'm not kidding, I'm serious."

Lu Chengwen nodded, "That's good, then call my dad now and explain it, so we don't have to prepare for the engagement ceremony next month."

Leng Tianhao was very surprised.

He thought, is this kid challenging me? Does he really think I won't do it?

"Alright, I'll call now."

Leng Qingqiu looked at Lu Chengwen, "Lu Chengwen, what do you mean?"

Lu Chengwen laughed, "Exactly what I mean. Uncle Leng and I are on the same page, aren't you tired of me too?"

"Did I say that today? I clearly said..."

Leng Qingqiu looked at the heartless Lu Chengwen, feeling both anxious and angry.

"I don't care what you and your dad say. From today on, we'll go our separate ways."

Leng Tianhao couldn't get through on the phone, awkwardly saying, "I'll call your dad later."

"Alright, is there anything else? I'm leaving."

At that moment, someone pushed the door open and walked in with a smile.

It was Long Aotian.

Long Aotian looked around and said to Leng Tianhao, "Uncle, I've found a tycoon willing to provide 5 billion in cash, with an interest rate of only 1%, to invest in Qianfeng Group."

Leng Tianhao laughed heartily, almost jumping up, "Great! Now the situation is under my control!"

Leng Tianhao glanced at Lu Chengwen with disdain and loudly said, "Show him out!"