Chapter 45: Stop Flirting with Me!

Xu Xuejiao's figure could be described as perfect. Standing at just over 1.6 meters tall, she wasn't particularly tall in front of Lu Chengwen, but her petite and delicate frame made her irresistibly charming. Especially today, dressed in a light pink shirt, a pink plaid JK skirt with a large bow at the chest, paired with pure white ankle socks and dark brown casual student shoes, her legs were strikingly white, as if untouched by dust...

How should I put it... The word "pure" simply doesn't suffice. Beyond purity, there's an undeniable allure. That youthful charm, that blend of innocence and sensuality, creates a visual impact that would make anyone's heart race, yearning to hold her close and shower her with affection.

Lu Chengwen exhaled deeply. Despite the immense pressure in his heart, he still managed to smile and sincerely compliment, "Xuejiao, you look stunning."

Lu Chengwen spoke earnestly, yet calmly. It gave off a vibe of being utterly exhausted but still feeling a sense of awe upon seeing her dressed like this.

Xu Xuejiao had expected Lu Chengwen to act like a lecherous wolf, exaggerating how beautiful and captivating she was; or perhaps to make some inappropriate moves; or even to crack a few suggestive, flirtatious jokes...

But she hadn't anticipated this kind of reaction from him. His tone was calm, yet it felt incredibly sincere and trustworthy.

If Lu Chengwen had teased her, she would have had a hundred ways to banter and spar with him. But with him being so serious, Xu Xuejiao found herself at a loss. She even started to feel nervous.

Standing there, she felt awkward in every movement, her heart pounding wildly. Shyly, she said, "You... why are you suddenly so serious? It's making me a bit uncomfortable."

Lu Chengwen smiled. "Don't dress like this too often. The impact is too strong. Be careful, or all the boys in Xuecheng might lose sleep over you."

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

Lu Chengwen patted her head. "I have too many things keeping me awake already. Xuejiao, if you ever run into Iron Tuo Wang again, remember, just tell him you're a friend of Long Aotian, and he won't dare to mess with you. Got it?"

"Who even is Long Aotian? Isn't knowing you enough?"

Lu Chengwen sighed regretfully. "Today, I was just bluffing. He mistook me for Long Aotian, which is why he treated me with such respect and fear. If he finds out I'm just a rich second-generation heir, he might beat me to death."

"Hahaha, you're always exaggerating. Nothing like that would happen!"

"I'm serious. You must remember what I said, okay?"

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

Lu Chengwen nodded. "Long Aotian's background is complicated, and he's not someone to be trifled with. Actually... he really likes you. If you're willing to be with him, he'll protect you..."

"Stop talking nonsense!"

Xu Xuejiao immediately became upset. "I'm in your arms right now, and you're saying such things?"

Only then did Lu Chengwen realize how naturally he had ended up holding Xu Xuejiao.

Lu Chengwen gently pushed Xu Xuejiao away. "Xuejiao, we can only be friends."

Xu Xuejiao frowned. "What do you mean?"

"Exactly what I said." Lu Chengwen explained, "I have a lot of things to deal with, and I can't explain them to you. But I need to handle these matters alone. You, Qingqiu, Mengyun... all of you need to stay far away from me. What I'm doing is dangerous, and the slightest mistake could cost me my life."

"I'm not afraid! What's so great about Long Aotian? He's just a disgusting guy! I don't care about being 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?"

"No, it's not that simple." Lu Chengwen said, "Long Aotian is actually a decent person, he..."

"He's decent!?" Xu Xuejiao retorted, "When I was treating Grandpa Chen, he tried to sabotage me from behind. Luckily, you blocked him in time!"

Lu Chengwen was shocked. "You... saw that?"

"Of course!" Xu Xuejiao said, "A so-called healer, while another doctor is treating a patient, tries to show off his own skills at the expense of the patient's safety. Someone who would do such a despicable thing, and you call him decent?"

Lu Chengwen sighed. "That guy really did something inhumane this time."

"And you, for the sake of destroying a batch of substandard medicine, didn't even blink at losing hundreds of millions. You're the decent one."

Lu Chengwen groaned inwardly. "I'm not decent at all. The problem with that batch of medicine was caused by my family."

"But it's not your fault. You're someone who takes responsibility."

Xu Xuejiao continued, "I've realized that I've misunderstood you before. You're very loyal to your friends. For example, back in school, you got into fights several times for Chen Moqun. You're also very good to your girlfriends. Mengyun often tells me how well you treated her, like she was your little sister. And you're very filial to your parents. Mengyun said that even though Uncle Lu often hits you, you never get angry and always try to cheer him and Auntie Lu up... In short, I think you're actually a good person. You just pretend to be a bad guy."

Lu Chengwen was both amused and exasperated.

But Xu Xuejiao's words had struck a chord.

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

If he left, leaving the Great Sage Group for his dad to manage, it would inevitably lead to a direct confrontation with Long Aotian.

His dad wouldn't even know what kind of opponent Long Aotian was or what tricks he had up his sleeve. It would be a surefire way to get himself killed.

I can't leave.

I have to stay. Only I know the true nature of Long Aotian, and only I can barely manage to protect the Great Sage Group and my parents.

Lu Chengwen felt cornered.

Leaving wasn't an option. Staying was like waiting for death.

Iron Tuo Wang had appeared earlier than expected. How was he supposed to survive this?

He had planned to take things slow, gather some equipment in the beginner's village to prepare for the late-game team fights.

But now, the jungler had arrived.

Long Aotian alone could already dominate him in a solo lane, and now there's a jungler coming to gank. Was this really necessary?

Was it really necessary?!

Lu Chengwen felt like his head was about to explode.

The people around him weren't following the script. The storyline had gone completely off the rails because of his "transmigration awakening."

So far, he hadn't been hurt, but his goal wasn't just to avoid injury—it was to survive until the end!

But the plot was becoming increasingly perilous.

He had wooed the protagonist's girl—a death sentence.

He had repeatedly prevented the protagonist from showing off—another death sentence.

Now, he had even impersonated the protagonist and recruited one of his lackeys...

Aside from not committing any heinous acts, he had pretty much done everything that could lead to his demise.

Just then, Leng Qingqiu called, saying she had something urgent to discuss and needed to see him immediately.

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

Meeting any of the female leads at this point was dangerous.

Especially Leng Qingqiu!

Leng Qingqiu had already publicly declared her intention to pursue him.

[Ha, thanks a lot!]

Lu Chengwen couldn't understand what kind of creatures women were.

[I chased you for three years, desperately trying to win you over, and you treated me like dirt.]

[Now that I want you to stay as far away from me as possible, never to interact again, you suddenly start getting interested!]

Xu Xuejiao watched Lu Chengwen's changing expressions and heard his inner thoughts. She felt both angry and pleased.

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

"Nonsense."

"Hehe, then be my boyfriend. I really want to experience love!"

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

Why am I talking like this now?!

What's the difference between you and her?!

Lu Chengwen said, "You, go back to where you came from. Spend more time at the company, and stop hanging around me all the time. It's annoying."

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

Lu Chengwen rubbed his shin. "I'm sick, okay?"

"No, if you're sick, then be sick all the way! Come on, let's go see Leng Qingqiu together!"

"Why do you want to go?"

"To let her know that she's outdated, and I'm your new master!"

"What are you talking about?!"

"Let's go!"

"I'm warning you, don't cause any trouble!"

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

Qianfeng Group.

Conference Room.

Leng Qingqiu sat in the boss's chair, exuding an aura of authority without even trying.

Leng Tianhao sat at the head of the table, also looking stern and serious.

Lu Chengwen thought to himself, are these two at it again? Why do they always drag me into their family affairs?

"Uncle Leng, Qingqiu, you wanted to see me?"

Leng Qingqiu said, "Sit down first."

Xu Xuejiao smiled and said, "Hello, Uncle Leng."

Leng Tianhao quickly smiled and said, "Oh, Xuejiao, you're here too. Sit, sit."

As soon as Lu Chengwen sat down, Leng Tianhao said, "Chengwen, there's something I need to make clear to you. The engagement between you and Qingqiu cannot go ahead."

"Okay."

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 you two being together! I'll explain this to your father later."

"Alright."

Leng Tianhao thought to himself, this isn't right. What's going on with this kid?

Why is he so calm about this news?

Isn't he supposed to be unable to live without Leng Qingqiu? Over the past three years, this kid's flattery had almost made me sick.

He should be absolutely devastated by this news!

What's going on?

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

Lu Chengwen nodded. "That's good. In that case, why don't you call my dad right now and explain the situation? That way, our family won't have to prepare for the engagement ceremony next month."

Leng Tianhao was shocked.

He thought, kid, are you challenging me? Do you really think I won't do it?

"Fine, I'll call him now."

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

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

"Is that what I said today? I clearly said..."

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

"Whatever you two say, I don't care. After today, we go our separate ways."

Leng Tianhao couldn't get through on the phone and awkwardly said, "I'll talk to your dad later."

"Alright, if there's nothing else, I'll be going."

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

It was Long Aotian.

As soon as Long Aotian entered, he scanned the room and said to Leng Tianhao, "Uncle, I've found a financial group willing to provide 5 billion in cash with only 1% interest. They're willing to lend it to me to invest in Qianfeng Group."

Leng Tianhao laughed heartily, almost slamming the table. "Great! With this, the situation is completely under my control!"

Leng Tianhao glanced disdainfully at Lu Chengwen and said loudly, "See him out!"