Chapter 45: Stop Always Flirting with Me!
Xu Xuejiao’s figure could be described as perfectly proportioned.
Standing at just over 1.6 meters, she wasn’t particularly tall compared to Lu Chengwen, yet she appeared exquisitely petite and charmingly delicate.
Today, she wore a soft pink blouse paired with a pink plaid JK pleated skirt, adorned with a large bow at the chest. Her pure white ankle socks and dark brown casual student shoes complemented two remarkably fair thighs, seemingly untouched by any blemish…
How to put it…
“Pure” was far too simple a word to describe her.
Beyond purity, there was an undeniable allure.
That blend of youthful innocence and subtle sensuality created a visual impact that quickened anyone’s heartbeat, stirring a desire to hold her close and share an intimate moment.
Lu Chengwen exhaled deeply. Despite the heavy pressure weighing on his heart, he still smiled sincerely, admiring her: “Xuejiao, you look truly beautiful.”
His words were earnest yet calm, conveying the feeling of weariness washed away by the stunning sight of her in this outfit.
Xu Xuejiao had expected Lu Chengwen to behave like some lecherous pervert, exaggerating her beauty with over-the-top compliments; or worse, making unwanted advances; or spouting suggestive, inappropriate jokes…
But she hadn’t anticipated this composed sincerity.
Though his tone was even, it felt genuine and trustworthy.
Had Lu Chengwen been teasing her, she would have had countless ways to spar and banter back.
But his sudden earnestness unsettled her.
She found herself growing nervous.
Standing there, every movement felt awkward; her heart raced as she shyly said, “Why are you suddenly so serious? It’s making me a little uncomfortable.”
Lu Chengwen chuckled softly. “Don’t wear this outfit too often. It’s too lethal. Be careful, or all the boys in Xuecheng will lose sleep over you.”
Ecstatic, Xu Xuejiao threw herself into his arms. “What about you? Will you lose sleep over me?”
He patted her head gently. “I have too many things to worry about to lose sleep over anyone. Xuejiao, if you ever see Iron Lump King again, just tell him you’re a friend of Long Aotian’s. He won’t dare touch you—remember that?”
“Who’s Long Aotian? Isn’t it enough that I know you?” she replied.
Lu Chengwen shook his head regretfully. “I was bluffing today. He mistook me for Long Aotian, so he both feared and respected me. If he knew I was just a wealthy heir, he’d probably kill me.”
“Haha, you’re full of it. That can’t be true,” she laughed.
“I’m serious. You must remember what I said, no matter what.”
Noticing Lu Chengwen’s unusual seriousness, Xu Xuejiao lifted her chin to look at his face. “So… you were so scared in the car earlier?”
He nodded. “Long Aotian’s background is complicated and difficult to deal with. Actually… he likes you a lot. If you were willing to be with him, he’d protect you…”
“What nonsense are you talking?” Xu Xuejiao immediately frowned. “I’m in your arms right now, what are you saying?”
Only then did Lu Chengwen realize how naturally he had embraced Xu Xuejiao.
Slowly, he pushed her away. “Xuejiao, we can only be friends.”
Her brow furrowed. “What do you mean?”
“Just what I said,” Lu Chengwen replied. “I have a lot to handle, and I can’t explain everything to you. But I have to do it alone. You, Qingqiu, Mengyun… you all have to stay far away from me. What I’m dealing with is dangerous; a single mistake could mean death.”
“I’m not afraid! What’s so great about Long Aotian? A disgusting jerk! I don’t want to be with someone like that!”
“Xuejiao, there are things you don’t understand…”
“You can teach me if I don’t understand! Is it about business?”
“No, it’s not that simple,” Lu Chengwen said. “Long Aotian is actually somewhat of a righteous figure. He…”
“Righteous!?” Xu Xuejiao interrupted. “I was treating Grandpa Chen, and he tried to sabotage me behind my back. Luckily, you stopped him just in time!”
Lu Chengwen was surprised. “You… saw that?”
“Yes!” she said. “Someone who calls himself a healer, acting like that to show off while another doctor treats a patient, putting the patient’s safety at risk—it’s despicable. How could you call him righteous?”
Lu Chengwen sighed. “That bastard really did something inhumane.”
“And you, losing billions without batting an eye over a batch of defective medicine, that’s what I call righteous.”
Lu Chengwen groaned. “Righteous my foot. Our own family caused that problem with the medicine.”
“That’s not your fault. You’re someone who takes responsibility bravely.”
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Xu Xuejiao said, “I realize now I’ve misunderstood you all along. You’re very loyal to your friends. Like in school, you supposedly took several beatings for Chen Moqun; you’re good to your girlfriends—Mengyun often tells me how well you cared for her, treating her like a little sister; and you’re filial to your parents. Mengyun said Uncle Lu often scolded you, but you never got angry and always tried to cheer him and Aunt Lu up. Overall, I think you’re a good person who just pretends to be a bad guy.”
Lu Chengwen smiled wryly.
But Xu Xuejiao’s words awakened something within him.
Yes, if he ran away, what would become of his mother and father? They had no idea how much danger he was in.
If he left, leaving the Great Saint Group for his father to manage alone, it would surely lead to a direct clash with Long Aotian.
His father didn’t even know what kind of hero the opponent was or what skills he possessed; it would be the perfect set-up for a surprise attack.
He couldn’t leave.
He had to stay. Only he knew the true nature of that beast Long Aotian. Only he could barely hold the Great Saint Group together and protect his parents.
Lu Chengwen felt cornered.
To leave was impossible. To stay was to await death.
Iron Lump King had shown up early—how could life go on like this?
He had planned to proceed steadily, gathering equipment in the beginner’s village to prepare for late-stage team battles.
But now, the jungler had arrived.
Long Aotian alone could crush him in lane; did he really need to be hunted in the jungle too?
Was that really necessary?!
Lu Chengwen felt overwhelmed, as if he had six heads pounding at once.
Everyone around him was breaking the rules, and all the storylines he was supposed to follow had been thrown into chaos since his “awakening through transmigration.”
So far, he wasn’t injured; but his goal wasn’t to avoid injury—it was to survive until the end!
Yet the plot’s development grew ever more perilous.
He had ended up dating the protagonist’s sister—a death sentence.
He had stopped the protagonist from showing off multiple times—another death sentence.
Now, he was impersonating the protagonist and had recruited one of his foolish underlings…
Except for committing outright evil deeds, he had pushed the boundaries of self-destruction as far as possible.
Just then, Leng Qingqiu called, saying there was something urgent to discuss and she needed to meet immediately.
Lu Chengwen didn’t know whether to agree.
Meeting any female lead now was dangerous.
Especially Leng Qingqiu!
She had openly declared her pursuit of him.
[Ha! I really thank you for that!]
Lu Chengwen couldn’t understand what kind of creature a woman was.
[I chased you for three years, desperately chasing, and you treated me like garbage.]
[Now I’m begging you to stay eight yards away from me, never to see me again—yet you’re getting all fired up!]
Xu Xuejiao watched the changes in Lu Chengwen’s expression and heard his inner thoughts, feeling both angry and happy.
“Hey, do you really not like Leng Qingqiu anymore?”
“Obviously not.”
“Hehe, then be my boyfriend! I really want to experience love once!”
Lu Chengwen looked at Xu Xuejiao, thinking, Does it even matter?
Why am I talking like this now!?
What’s the difference between you and her!?
Lu Chengwen said, “You—ah, go back where you came from. If you have nothing to do, hang around the company. Don’t always hover in front of me. It’s annoying.”
Xu Xuejiao immediately kicked him hard in the calf. “Then why did you save me today?”
Lu Chengwen rubbed his leg. “I’m sick! Okay?”
“No, if you’re sick, you have to be sick all the way! Come on, I’m going with you to see Leng Qingqiu!”
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“What are you going to do?”
“Let her know she’s outdated. I’m your new owner!”
“What did you say!?”
“Come on, let’s go!”
“I warn you, don’t mess around!”
“Don’t worry, I’ll save you face!”
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At Qianfeng Group, in the conference room:
Leng Qingqiu sat in the boss’s chair, exuding authority without anger.
Leng Tianhao sat at the head of the table, his expression stern and serious.
Lu Chengwen thought to himself: Are these two at odds again? Why do their family matters always drag me in?
“Uncle Leng, Qingqiu, is there something you need?” he asked.
Leng Qingqiu said, “Please sit.”
Xu Xuejiao smiled, “Hello, Uncle Leng.”
Leng Tianhao quickly smiled back, “Ah, Xuejiao’s here too. Sit, sit.”
Just as Lu Chengwen sat down, Leng Tianhao said, “Chengwen, I need to be clear with you: the engagement between you and Qingqiu cannot be fulfilled.”
“Oh.”
Leng Tianhao sighed, “I know you won’t agree. But since your money hasn’t entered my account, I, Leng Tianhao, never do business at a loss. So I firmly oppose your relationship. I will explain everything clearly to your father later.”
“Mm.”
Leng Tianhao thought, this isn’t right. Why is this kid so calm after hearing this news?
Isn’t he supposed to be unable to live without Leng Qingqiu? Over the past three years, his constant flattery nearly disgusted me.
He should never accept this news so easily.
What’s going on?
“I warn you, I’m not bluffing. I’m serious.”
Lu Chengwen nodded. “Good. Then call my dad now and explain everything clearly. That way, we won’t have to prepare for next month’s engagement ceremony.”
Leng Tianhao was taken aback.
He thought: Kid, you’re challenging me? Do you really think I wouldn’t dare?
“Alright, I’ll call now.”
Leng Qingqiu looked at Lu Chengwen. “What do you mean by this?”
Lu Chengwen laughed, “Exactly what it sounds like. Uncle Leng and I are on the same page. Aren’t you annoyed with me too?”
“I didn’t say that today! I clearly said—”
Leng Qingqiu stared at the cold Lu Chengwen, both anxious and angry.
“No matter what you two say, I don’t care. After today, let’s keep our distance.”
Leng Tianhao tried to call Lu Chengwen’s father but couldn’t get through. Awkwardly, he said, “I’ll try again later.”
“Fine. Nothing else? Then I’ll leave.”
At that moment, the door opened, and someone entered with a smile.
It was Long Aotian.
He scanned the room and said to Leng Tianhao, “Uncle, I’ve found a financier willing to provide five billion in cash at just one percent interest, to invest in Qianfeng Group.”
Leng Tianhao laughed heartily, almost slapping the table in excitement. “Excellent! With this, the situation is firmly under my control!”
He glanced disdainfully at Lu Chengwen and loudly commanded, “Show them out!”