Chapter 64: Brat, Don’t Run! I Swear I Won’t Beat You to Death!

The money was quickly transferred, and Lin Xiao's smile never left his face. When Wang Qing's funds arrived as well, he would truly become a millionaire.

Zhou Wei watched Lin Xiao grinning foolishly and was speechless. This kid was the greatest variable in this assessment, bringing in a large supply of goods and disrupting his plans. Yet, because of him, they finally managed to slay the Shadow Wolf. Perhaps this was fate. There was a reason the elders held him in such regard. Zhou Wei couldn't help but wonder just how far this boy would grow in the future.

When Lin Xiao left, Zhou Wei glanced at the students still gathered together. "All right, this assessment ends here. I hope you all grow well in the days to come and become pillars of the nation. Team leaders, take your people back to your schools."

Hearing this, everyone began to prepare to leave. At that moment, a completely inappropriate voice sounded.

"I don't accept this! You cheated! With my points, I should definitely have made it into the top ten!"

It was Ji Boxiao speaking. He had finally realized that he hadn't made it into the top ten, which was utterly unacceptable to him.

Zhou Wei looked at Ji Boxiao, a flicker of disdain in his eyes. "Ji, the assessment was fair and just. Your previous score was two hundred and ninety-nine. If we only looked at points, you'd be in the top ten. However, due to your misconduct, after our review, fifty points were deducted, leaving you with two hundred and forty-nine, putting you in eleventh place. Any objections? If you do, keep them to yourself!"

Zhou Wei's words showed no courtesy, and the surrounding students looked at Ji Boxiao with mocking eyes. In this assessment, Ji Boxiao had become the biggest joke.

Although Ji Boxiao was still unwilling, he knew that with so many powerful figures present, nothing he said would make a difference. He could only accept reality with reluctance, hoping that when he returned to the Ji family, his relatives would still recognize him.

At that moment, Zhou Zhi came to Lin Xiao's side and threw an arm around his shoulders. "Bro, you really are my brother! I never dreamed I'd make it into the top ten."

"You were lucky. If Ji Boxiao hadn't brought trouble on himself, you might have been eleventh."

"Who cares? I'm tenth now. So, are you coming back to school with us?"

Naturally, Lin Xiao had no intention of returning to school. At this point, what was the point?

"I'm not going back. I have my own matters to attend to."

"You made a fortune on this trip to the secret realm. You're not thinking about part-time work again, are you?"

"I won't lie to you—doing part-time work is out of the question. I have my own business to take care of. I'll explain it to you someday."

As they talked, Zhu Yue appeared beside them, and hearing Lin Xiao wasn't going back, his expression soured.

"Lin Xiao, you're not returning to school? Why? You took first place in the secret realm assessment. Our school will reward you. How can you not return?"

Hearing about a reward, Lin Xiao's eyes brightened, but he finally shook his head.

"Director, my situation is complicated right now. I can't go back at the moment. You know I offended Ji Boxiao. Going back would be asking for trouble."

After Lin Xiao said this, Zhu Yue fell silent. While he could look after Lin Xiao at school, he couldn't follow him everywhere. The Ji family had immense influence in Xun City; if Lin Xiao returned, he couldn't guarantee Ji Boxiao wouldn't seek revenge.

"Fine, suit yourself. But think carefully—if you come back to school, we can look out for you a bit. If you're found by the Ji family outside, there's nothing we can do!"

"Director, don't worry. He won't find me. Even if he does, he won't be able to do anything."

Seeing Lin Xiao's confidence, Zhu Yue didn't try to persuade him further.

"All right, that's settled. I'll gather the students from No. 1 High, and you can leave on your own."

Lin Xiao understood Zhu Yue's intentions—he meant to hold back Ji Boxiao, giving Lin Xiao a chance to slip away before Ji Boxiao could react. Lin Xiao didn't refuse; it was best not to leave with them.

After saying goodbye to Zhou Zhi, Lin Xiao left on his own. Wang Qing had been waiting for him. The money had arrived, so Wang Qing immediately called, and Lin Xiao handed over two spirit pearls. Their cooperation was smooth and pleasant.

Afterwards, Lin Xiao departed. He had already spotted Sun Zhiyuan and Murong Yu. When Sun Zhiyuan saw Lin Xiao, he couldn't hide his smile. He strode over and ruffled Lin Xiao's hair.

"You rascal! I brought you here to gain experience, and you brought us back a first place! You really make me proud!"

Lin Xiao struggled free from Sun Zhiyuan's clutches and tidied up his messy hair. They say a head may bleed, but a hairstyle must never be ruined. How dare Sun Zhiyuan mess up his hair? Well... forget it, he couldn't win anyway! Besides, he had made so much money, he was in a good mood and wouldn't argue.

Sometimes, you have to follow your heart.

"Of course. Who do you think taught me?"

Lin Xiao's flattery pleased Sun Zhiyuan greatly.

"That’s what I like to hear! Keep talking, kid."

Lin Xiao: e=(′o｀*))) sigh

He really was quick to respond to praise!

Murong Yu watched the two fooling around and smiled. "All right, you two, stop playing. Time to get ready to leave."

As soon as Murong Yu said this, Lin Xiao became alert. The memory of his last experience was still fresh; this time, he was determined to be prepared.

Murong Yu didn’t wait for their reply. With a wave of his hand, he teleported them away.

When the three reappeared, they were back at Red Sun Retirement Home. Perhaps because Lin Xiao had experienced it once already, his face was pale but he didn’t throw up again. It was progress.

When Lin Xiao took in the scene before him, he was stunned. All the elderly residents of the home were gathered here, and many looked at him in a way that made him feel uneasy.

He didn’t think much of it and waved at them.

"Hello, brothers and sisters, I'm back!"

The elders smiled without speaking. After Lin Xiao finished, they parted to form a path, and an old man walked out.

Leaning on a cane, the old man slowly approached Lin Xiao. Lin Xiao recognized him—his name was Shen Huaizhi. They had met a few times and exchanged greetings; the old man was fairly amiable. But right now, for some reason, his gaze seemed less friendly.

"Brother Shen, what's this about?"

Sun Zhiyuan nudged Lin Xiao and said lightly, "Oh, right, I forgot to tell you—Old Shen is Shen Yao's grandfather. Her real grandfather."

Lin Xiao: (＃? 3?)～ gasp!

Damn! After dealing with the young one, now the elder comes!

No way he could win! Run!

Without hesitation, Lin Xiao bolted, and Shen Huaizhi's voice echoed behind him.

"Dare to bully my precious granddaughter, you rascal? Don't run! I promise not to beat you to death!"