Chapter 26: A Heart of Reverence

  When she woke up in the morning, Su Yifan stared at the sunlight outside the window for a while, then started massaging her calves and arms.

  Yesterday, Oula tortured him for more than two hours again. With Beichi's nagging reminders to pay attention to rest and diet, Suyifan vaguely heard Oula whispering to Su Xiaqing about "changing training methods" and other topics that made his hair stand on end. When Oula is around, it usually means the intensity of training is several times higher than usual, and the muscles that had just adapted began to ache again. Oula required Suyifan to learn how to maintain a good state by himself, but Suyifan didn't know what it meant to maintain a state, so he could only start with the simple self-massage techniques taught by Oula.

  The air outside was still very cold, but Su Yifan no longer felt the chill. Taking a deep breath of the icy air, he started jogging slowly towards school.

  What surprised Su Yifan was that today he didn't just fail to run into Chen Xin, but also Li Peiran, who usually arrived early, no longer provoked him.

  Su Yifan could see that Li Peiran was already intimidated. Whether it was sarcasm or a real fight, Li Peiran was too cautious and cared too much about his reputation to be a match for Su Yifan.

  Su Yifan didn't pay much attention to that guy either, he continued reading his book, chatting with Zhang Chao about yesterday's game recording, and exchanging morning greetings with Cheng Shuijin.

  Wang Qin indeed didn't come to bother Su Yifan again, but during the early morning study session, she brought up the topic of safety precautions once more and subtly ridiculed Su Yifan.

  Su Yifan estimated that Wang Qin's excellent teacher might have been retained, and this teacher had an uncontrollable joy on her face today.

  Cheng Shui Xin really didn't show any more curiosity about Su Xiao Qing, and spent the whole morning playing with her phone. Yesterday's photos and various paintings were popular on Whispering Net, and many people listened to her.

  Around noon, Cheng Shuiyi ran over to find Chen Xin, and Chen Xin was not surprised at all by her arrival.

  "I must thank Chen Xin on behalf of our Literature Society classmates." Cheng Shuiying smiled, her face radiant as a gentle breeze. "Let's have lunch together this afternoon."

  Chen Xinming knew this lunch would definitely be simple and uninteresting, but he still happily agreed.

  Cheng Shui Xin looked at Chen Xin and smiled, nodding: "Why don't we call Su Yi Fan to join us? The more people eating together, the merrier."

  Chen Xin almost choked on his words, he actually wanted to call a high-end game restaurant to book a private room. Chen Xin had already made up his mind, even if Cheng Shuijin didn't want to go, he would still maintain the attitude of a thousand gold seeking beauty's smile.

  When Cheng Shui heard that he wanted to call Su Yifan, Chen Xin's hand, which was stretched into the pocket to take out his mobile phone, almost crushed the iPhone.

  Yesterday, Cheng Shui Xin had already obtained Su Yi Fan's exclusive phone number from Su Xiao Qing, and upon hearing this, she dialed the number in front of Chen Xin.

  Chen Xin reluctantly agreed, but still showed great demeanor in front of Cheng Shuiyan: "Then let's find a better place, I'll treat this time."

  "That won't do, that's no way to thank me." Cheng Shuiyi smiled and politely declined, "I need a chance to show off after all."

  Chen Xin smiled and watched as Cheng Shui connected the call. As soon as he said "hello", his face changed color.

  "What? You got an invitation to Master Duviek's reception dinner?"

  Cheng Shui Xin lost her composure for just an instant, and this girl's surprise and joy were easily controlled by her. In the blink of an eye, Chen Xin was still facing the smiling and composed Cheng Shui Xin.

  Chen Xin was furious, and a million "hates" couldn't describe how annoyed he was. He had thought that Su Yifan had already invited Cheng Shuijin yesterday, but unexpectedly, he was able to endure until today before telling Cheng Shuijin.

  Chen Xin regretted it, if he hadn't expected Cheng Shuiyan to take the initiative to come and thank him, he would have found the beauty earlier and told her that he had an invitation, and Su Yifan wouldn't have had the chance to show off.

  Come to think of it, even if Cheng Shui Xin knew she had an invitation, she might not necessarily go with me. Recently, my attacking intention has been too obvious, how could a clever and resourceful woman like her not detect it?

  Chen Xin wanted to comfort himself, but the discomfort in his heart only accumulated more and more, especially after Su Yifan came running over with a smile on his face, he felt even more depressed.

  Cheng Shui Xin's intention to drag Su Yi Fan to eat was also very obvious, she sensed the subtle discomfort between Chen Xin and Su Yi Fan, and wanted to take the opportunity to ease the relationship between the two. Unfortunately, both of them had excellent acting skills, and in front of Cheng Shui Xin, they did not show any mutual hostility.

  This meal made Su Yifan and Chen Xin both very uncomfortable, while Cheng Shuiying felt quite satisfied. As a result, in the afternoon when they returned to school, Chen Xin skipped class again, saying that she hadn't eaten well at noon and went to find another place to eat...

  Su Yifan's life rhythm did not change at all, and his only concern was whether Chen Xin would still find someone to deal with him. Oola's training effect was even more remarkable, and it was impossible for himself to turn his body into a super hero level after being lazy for over a decade.

  Su Xiaoqing seemed to know what Su Yifan was worried about, and called him to continue training at the secret base tonight, bringing something with her.

  "What is this?"

  Su Yifan looked at the thing that was like a whip and was full of question marks, he knew that what Su Xiaqing took out must be extraordinary.

  "It's a weapon." Su Xiaoqing explained personally, "Made of aerospace materials, the first two segments of this three-segment structure are insulated, and the third segment can release an electric current that paralyzes people's muscles. As long as you use it properly, it's a sharp tool."

  Su Yifan hesitated a bit: "Qing Jie, isn't this thing too dangerous?"

  "It won't kill you." Su Xiaoqing smiled and picked it up, shaking it. "The current is very small, only enough to numb the muscles in your arm. It's just for self-defense. Look, there's a switch at the bottom that can control whether it's turned on or not."

  After a brief hesitation, Su Yifan still accepted the weapon. He said that he didn't need Su Xiaqing to help him resolve this matter, but he didn't say that he wouldn't accept the gift she gave him.

  Yeah, Su Yifan has already started learning how to persuade himself in various ways.

  "I know your character." Even with Oola and Beechi present, Su Xiaoqing spoke without restraint, "You like to build more than destroy, right?"

  Su Yifan scratched his head in embarrassment: "Qing Jie, you even know this..."

  Su Xiaqing smiled and put the metal rod that had shrunk into a short piece in the insulated sleeve into Su Yifan's backpack.

  "You always play games like this, playing 'Romance of the Three Kingdoms' you're always busy with domestic construction and never go out to invade other countries."

  Su Yifan didn't ask Su Xiaqing how she knew, and explained in a low voice: "Because I think that for most of the time, human society is building and constructing... and construction is a very fulfilling thing."

  "Both construction and destruction can change the world." Su Xiaoqing gave up her seat to Oola, continuing to watch "Moby Dick", "You go ahead, I think your dream will come true soon."

  Su Yifan hummed in agreement and honestly faced Oola.

  "This week your exercise volume will gradually increase." Eula's expression on her face was still cold, and her tone was still not gentle. "Starting from next week, a new training method will be adopted. Do you think you can persist?"

  Su Yifan had long known Oola's habits and replied loudly: "Okay!"

  Ou La Lian didn't even bother to say a good word and asked: "You can swim, right?"

  "Okay."

  "How is your lung function?"

  Beach chimed in from behind: "Ordinary people tend to be biased towards you, your training results."

  Ou La nodded: "Start underwater training from next week and make preparations."

  Su Yifan had been pretending to be calm earlier, but upon hearing this, he couldn't help but let out a cry of surprise: "What?"

  "Underwater training." Oola coolly packed up her travel bag, "Don't understand go online and check yourself."

  Su Yifan stared at the woman with a stunning figure in silence: "I heard that kind of training is for special forces and super athletes..."

  Ou La didn't even glance at Su Yi Fan: "If you're willing to spend your whole life being an ordinary person who gets bullied, then you can refuse."

  Su Yifan was choked and couldn't utter a single word, watching the beauty walk out of his secret base.

  Beach didn't say anything and patted Su Yifan's shoulder before taking his leave.

  On the way back home in the evening, Su Xiaqing finally asked about Du Weikun's farewell dinner: "Have you decided to invite Cheng Shuijin together?"

  Su Yifan nodded: "I think I used to make things too complicated, inviting her has been on my mind for a long time... But Qing Jie, you're right, only by adjusting one's own mindset can one influence others in the best way."

  "I don't want you to change too much either." Su Xiaoqing had said this more than once, "Whatever choice you make, I'll support you. But I still say the same thing, you should get the best, why not just take all these beauties into your arms?"

  "Sister Qing, please don't tease me... Just knowing Cheng Shuiyan has already brought me enough trouble."

  "Really?" Su Xiaoqing was overjoyed when she saw Su Yifan's hands clasped together, "I feel like you've made such a big change, I should thank Chen Xin for that?"

  Su Yifan's face had mostly healed, with only a faint scar under his left eye. Su Xiaqing glanced at the scar and her voice turned icy: "No matter who it is, they will have to pay the price for what he has done."

  "Actually, Chen Xin is already quite unhappy now." Su Yifan recalled the scene at lunch and wanted to laugh, "He's worried that I'll turn against him and fight, but he also wants to maintain his image in front of Cheng Shuiying. It's really tiring. This afternoon, I really wanted to punch him in the face, but I was afraid of causing trouble for you, Light Sister, so I endured it."

  "You can kill Chen Xin if you want, it doesn't matter." Su Xiaoqing suddenly said something that made Su Yifan's hair stand on end. "You can deal with him in any way you think of, don't worry about the consequences."

  Su Yifan looked at Su Xiaqing for a few seconds as if he didn't recognize her, then sighed and said: "Qing Jie, don't scare me."

  "I didn't scare you, did I?" Su Xiaoqing smoothed out the few strands of hair on her forehead, still speaking in a relaxed tone. "Isn't Chen Xin's father just a small real estate developer? Even if we made them disappear, it wouldn't be a big deal."

  "...". Su Yifan didn't know what to say anymore. But when Su Xiaoqing said something so terrifying, Su Yifan somehow felt not afraid at all.

  After a while, at the red light intersection near home, Su Yifan finally said seriously to Su Xiaqing: "Qing sister, I don't want to be your burden, so let me solve it myself. If I really can't solve it, I will come find you."

  "I knew you'd say that." Su Xiaoqing smiled and waved her hand, "Suit yourself, but don't get hurt."

  "I did my best..."

  "Promise me."

  "Alright, I promise you."

  Su Xiaqing stopped the car with satisfaction: "That's right. Tomorrow night, have fun, do you want me to call a few friends to support you?"

  Su Yifan was completely unaware of what this sentence represented and shook his head in refusal.

  Su Yifan returned home with a little excitement in his heart, probably because this was the first time he formally asked Cheng Shuiying out alone to attend an event, which had some commemorative significance.

  Tomorrow's dinner party starts at around 7 o'clock, and I'll have to make up some nonsense again to deceive Dad and Mom.

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  The new Lenovo Yoga had some minor issues, but after messing around with it for a bit, I finally got it working... anyway, it should be fine to use now.

  Also thanks to all the classmates who came to support me, thank you so much... I will list out the names of those who helped in the next chapter, now I still need to mess with this computer a bit more.