Volume One, Chapter 19: Dining Once More with the Campus Belle

Outside, Luo Xiang’s expression grew increasingly grim, like the oppressive and heavy sky before a storm. His gaze locked fiercely onto Wang Chengzhi beside him, blazing with furious anger.

“Wang Chengzhi, you dare lay a hand on my woman?” Luo Xiang growled through clenched teeth, his voice low and hoarse.

Hearing this, Wang Chengzhi hurriedly defended himself, “She was the one who seduced me first!”

Looking again at Luo Xiang’s cheek, swollen from a recent blow, his once handsome face now appeared distorted and misshapen. The swollen part disrupted the symmetry of his features, making him look quite strange.

Liu Haisheng pulled out two mobile phones and waved them before Luo Xiang. “Luo Xiang, you wouldn’t want the Law Enforcement Department to find out what’s on these phones, would you?”

Luo Xiang’s furious expression instantly froze upon seeing the phones. Then, a smug smile crept onto his lips as he sneered, “Law Enforcement Department? Hmph, they can’t touch me!”

It turned out that Luo Xiang had been desperate to retrieve his phone earlier because it contained extremely incriminating material. If leaked, it would severely damage his reputation. But now, he no longer cared because he knew that even if the Law Enforcement Department got wind of it, his uncle’s influential status there could easily resolve the matter.

“Liu Haisheng, just you wait!” Luo Xiang glared fiercely at Liu Haisheng standing nearby before turning and leaving without looking back, leaving everyone behind exchanging puzzled glances.

After the two left, Jiang Buyue, Bai Ruixue, and Liu Yu emerged from the room, gazing in the direction Luo Xiang and Wang Chengzhi had gone.

“Dad, what do we do next? The Luo family is huge and powerful; we’re no match for them!” the chubby one anxiously asked.

“Lately, you better keep a low profile and stay out of trouble. Xiaoyue, you watch over my idiot son,” Liu Haisheng replied sternly.

“Damn, you actually laid a hand on a woman older than your dad? I think you’re really desperate!” Liu Haisheng glared at the chubby one, scratching the back of his head in embarrassment.

“Bai School Belle, your mom won’t just stand by and watch this, right?” Bai Ruixue quietly said.

“I’ll tell my mom about this,” Bai Ruixue assured, “and don’t forget to send me the video of Luo Xiang’s crime afterward!”

Jiang Buyue nodded. If the director of the Law Enforcement Department personally intervened, it would be difficult for the Luo family to save Luo Xiang.

“Who’s Xiaoyue’s mom?” Liu Haisheng asked, feeling that the young girl looked familiar but couldn’t quite place her.

“She’s the director of the Law Enforcement Department!” the chubby one answered.

Suddenly Liu Haisheng remembered—this young lady was the daughter of Yao Ruxue, the Law Enforcement Department director of Jiangnan Base City.

Liu Haisheng was deeply shocked, glancing at Jiang Buyue and Bai Ruixue.

“Damn, Xiaoyue’s got skills—she even managed to get that woman’s daughter!” Liu Haisheng thought to himself.

At that moment, Jiang Buyue asked, “Uncle Liu, what do you plan to do about this? This is a complete offense against the Luo family.”

A calm smile flickered across Liu Haisheng’s face. “This isn’t something you kids should worry about. Don’t worry; I’ve got connections up top.”

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Hearing this, Jiang Buyue had no intention to inquire further. As Uncle Liu said, they were still kids, powerless to intervene. It was better to focus on training and strengthening themselves.

“Dad, what about those two women inside? What do we do with them?”

“Isn’t she your true love? Take care of it yourself!” The chubby one lowered his head, choosing silence—probably for the best.

Jiang Buyue and Bai Ruixue also looked toward room 804, where the two women still lay motionless on the floor. If they had killed someone, it would be a serious issue.

“Don’t worry, Uncle Liu knows his limits. Those two are fine—just lost a thumb each. Besides, they started it; I was just defending myself.”

Bai Ruixue tugged at Jiang Buyue’s sleeve. “I’m hungry. Let’s eat! My treat—as an apology!”

Jiang Buyue readily agreed. A free meal was too good to pass up.

As they left, Jiang Buyue gave the chubby one a look that said “Good luck.”

The chubby one watched their backs gloomily. This was friendship—childhood friends. Damn it, once there’s a woman involved, they forget their brothers. Don’t they realize their brother is still in deep trouble?

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“Won’t your parents worry about you coming back so late?”

“Won’t your dad come looking for you?” Jiang Buyue asked.

Seeing Jiang Buyue’s worried expression, Bai Ruixue smiled faintly, like a gentle winter sun—warm and modest.

“My parents are always busy and rarely home,” she replied.

Seeing that sweet smile made Jiang Buyue’s heart beat faster.

At 1:30 a.m., the city was immersed in tranquility, yet some places remained brightly lit and bustling.

The streets were filled with enticing aromas of various delicacies, neon lights flickered incessantly, and Jiang Buyue and Bai Ruixue weaved through the lively crowd.

They found a small street stall along a relatively quiet street.

The vendor greeted them warmly upon seeing customers.

The pot was bubbling with steaming hot food. They sat down without hesitation and ordered several snacks. Soon, fragrant grilled skewers, delicious fried noodles, and refreshing drinks were set before them.

Meanwhile, the chubby one bombarded Jiang Buyue’s phone with messages.

“Brother Yue, with a woman now, you’ve forgotten your brothers.”

“Brother Yue, you weren’t like this before!”

“Brother Yue, save me! My dad’s going to kill me!”

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Jiang Buyue, annoyed, silenced his phone and focused on eating the skewers.

He glanced up at Bai Ruixue, who was concentrating on her food.

The light cast a soft glow on her delicate profile, enhancing her gentle radiance.

“What are you staring at?” Bai Ruixue lifted her head, a hint of irritation in her eyes.

Jiang Buyue coughed lightly, pretending nothing had happened.

That girl’s beauty was almost unfair.

“It’s getting late,” Jiang Buyue said.

Bai Ruixue nodded silently, her icy gaze shimmering with warmth.

Suddenly, she asked an odd question, “Which martial arts university do you plan to apply to?”

Jiang Buyue was momentarily stunned. This was the second time Bai Ruixue had asked him that question.

Could it be...?

He answered, “Haven’t I told you? The top five martial arts universities nationwide.”

Bai Ruixue pouted, cheeks puffed, clearly skeptical.

Jiang Buyue was speechless—he had told her, but she didn’t believe him.

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“It’s late; you have school tomorrow, right?” Jiang Buyue said.

Bai Ruixue silently nodded. “Do you want me to walk you home? The old city is quite dangerous at night.”

Jiang Buyue waved his hand. “I’ll take a taxi home. Do you need me to walk you back?”

“Sure!” she agreed.

Jiang Buyue had asked casually but hadn’t expected Bai Ruixue to want him to escort her home.

Well, if he said it, he’d have to follow through.

Under the night sky, stars twinkled faintly, as if silently watching the two figures gradually disappear into the distance.