Chapter 686 - 685: Revenge
"Oh, you’re thinking too much. They’re not your subordinates. You should know that they’re experts sent from above; it’s not up to you to control. However, if you need help, they’ll definitely lend a hand without hesitation. After all, we have such strong ties with the Hao Family and business dealings; they’ll surely show us face," said Lao Shangshan.
"Haha, that’s good then."
Lao Guoqiang got the result he wanted, and nothing else mattered.
"Alright, I’m hanging up. I have important things to attend to. Remember to stay calm and don’t act recklessly," Lao Shangshan was still a bit worried. This son of his really didn’t understand how to deal with things, and he was afraid of provoking the wrong people and suffering losses.
"Haha, Dad, don’t worry. I’m very calm at school."
After Lao Guoqiang finished speaking, he hung up the phone. However, Lao Shangshan didn’t believe a word of his son’s promise. No one knows a child better than their parent. This son was very impulsive at home and even more carefree outside. It’s unsurprising if he causes trouble.
After hanging up the phone, Lao Guoqiang felt happy and even snickered during class. One class passed just like that, and the next was a study period.
After a class, Chen Tianlong thought it over and decided it was better to register, otherwise he wouldn’t have a chance. Moreover, registering doesn’t necessarily mean participating in the competition; he could choose to forfeit.
Having considered this, Chen Tianlong decided to go and register.
Chen Tianlong walked downstairs and saw a familiar figure ahead. He quickly recognized the person; it was Yang Fan. So Chen Tianlong hurriedly went up and asked with some confusion, "Yang Fan, what are you up to?"
"Haha, Boss, I’m registering," Yang Fan replied with an honest smile.
"What? Registering? You’re signing up for the martial arts competition?"
Chen Tianlong was a bit surprised. He wouldn’t care if others registered, but this was his buddy. Chen Tianlong knew well the skills of the experts in this competition; it wasn’t to be taken lightly.
If Yang Fan indeed went against those experts, it could be disastrous. With one move, he might be crippled, or worse, killed. Chen Tianlong knew about Yang Fan’s unique physical condition long ago; just last time, Yang Fan nearly got wrecked competing against Hao Kan to save him.
"Yes, I’m signing up, but... I’m just helping register, haha," Yang Fan paused to reveal the truth.
"Helping to register?"
Chen Tianlong was stunned upon hearing this, and asked in confusion.
"My sister, Yang Xinru, you’ve probably met her? She said she wanted to meet some foreigners, so she’s temporarily transferring schools..."
Yang Fan laughed bitterly.
He didn’t know if his sister was bewitched or what, but he couldn’t believe that the typically cold sister was thinking about bringing honor to the country. It nearly overwhelmed his brain.
However, he recalled his sister saying she met a young guy at the hospital, reportedly from South Sea No.1 Middle School, so she wanted to come over and have a look.
But Yang Fan could tell from his sister’s slightly flushed face that she had a crush. It wasn’t just a casual look; she clearly came over specifically to see him.
"Your sister is a practitioner too?"
Chen Tianlong was surprised. He thought only the Chu Family’s male members trained; he didn’t expect girls to be involved too.
"Yes, I must tell you, my sister is an expert," Yang Fan took a deep breath and said. It would be great if she had her heart set on him, but unfortunately, someone else occupied her thoughts, which he couldn’t force.
"Wow, Xinru is that skilled; I’d love to see what she can do."
Chen Tianlong spoke, feeling the name sounded familiar, but couldn’t recall why at the moment.
"Hey, are you here to register too?" At this time, the president of the student council asked Chen Tianlong.
"Yes, sign me up. My name is Chen Tianlong, I’m a student in Class 1 of Senior Year 3," Chen Tianlong replied casually.
"Alright, indeed a patriotic person. Seeing you stop that hooligan this morning was truly exciting," recalled the president, expressing a bit of admiration.
"Oh, do you know who that hooligan is?" Chen Tianlong didn’t know who Lao Guoqiang was or why he was so arrogant, so he asked.
"That guy’s name is Lao Guoqiang, a student in Class 5 of Senior Year 3. He just transferred a week ago. It’s said that he knows people from the Hao Family in South Sea, and since the Hao Family is a major shareholder of South Sea No.1 Middle School, it’s understandable for him to be a bit pompous." Jiang Bo sighed and continued, "Moreover, I’ve heard he belongs to the Lao Family in Capital City, a wealthy family."
"The Lao Family?" Chen Tianlong was surprised too. He didn’t expect the person he humiliated this morning was from the Lao Family, who had conflicts with him.
Back then, Lao Guoji had inappropriate intentions towards Ren Hongyan, but Chen Tianlong restrained him like a dog. Later, assassins were sent to deal with him. So speaking of it, he has quite a grudge against the Lao Family.
At this moment, Chen Tianlong also felt the pressure. He believed Lao Guoqiang wouldn’t let it slide and would come back to retaliate.
However, since arriving in this metropolis, Chen Tianlong had always held this belief: if people don’t provoke me, I won’t provoke them. If they do, I’ll repay them twice.
As the saying goes, when soldiers come, I’ll resist, when water comes, I’ll contain it with soil. There’s nothing to be afraid of. If he were scared, Chen Tianlong wouldn’t be hanging around here.
"Yes, indeed he has a reason to be arrogant. Whether it’s the Hao Family or the Lao Family from Capital City, they’re powerful. Generally, people give them a wide berth. So, brother Chen Tianlong, you should be cautious. This person is obviously narrow-minded, and even though he can’t do anything extreme at school, there’s a worry he’ll try something outside," the president advised.
"Haha, thank you Mr. President, I’ll be careful."
Chen Tianlong smiled slightly and thanked him, but inside, he was smirking coldly. If Lao Guoqiang was at school, he’d be more cautious since he couldn’t hit hard. But if outside, he’d fight back wholeheartedly; he’d beat him mercilessly.
"Alright, then I’ll register you. Remember to teach those foreigners a lesson, and don’t let them be too cocky," the president clenched his fist to cheer Chen Tianlong on.
Chen Tianlong nodded with a smile, then turned around and asked, "Yang Fan, should we go back to the dormitory, or stay in the classroom?"
"Haha, Boss, wherever you say we’ll go," Yang Fan replied casually.
"You go have fun by yourself. Later, I need to meet Mengting." Chen Tianlong didn’t state it very directly, thinking Yang Fan would get the hint.
"Alrighty, go ahead, Boss, good luck!" As expected, Yang Fan wasn’t a fool and quickly understood Chen Tianlong’s meaning.
After the two parted, Chen Tianlong called Wu Mengting to ask if she had any classes.
The call connected quickly, and after a brief conversation, he learned Wu Mengting had gone back to the dorm, saying she hadn’t slept well last night and planned to take some rest.
"Mengting, don’t sleep. Come out, I’ll take you out for oil tea. There’s some good food," Chen Tianlong said happily, as she was his girlfriend, love always in his heart for her.