Top Soldier Pursued by a Beauty

Wang Yan bit her lip, her slender, beautiful eyes filled with anger.

Zhao Dong shrugged. "I already said this was against my will. You were the one who initiated it, so it has nothing to do with me. Besides, that company isn't mine. Since you were fired, you obviously can't go back."

"You... You think I won't call the police?" Wang Yan's pretty face flushed with anger.

Zhao Dong smiled faintly. "Go ahead. Here, listen to this first."

As he spoke, Zhao Dong took out his phone and played a recording. Upon hearing the voice from the device, Wang Yan was stunned. "You..."

"Still want to call the police?" Zhao Dong asked with a wide smile.

Wang Yan felt completely defeated. "Zhao Dong, you're ruthless! Did you really have to scheme against me like this? I never schemed against you!"

"This isn't scheming; it's a means of self-protection. Alright, you can go now. I'll repeat what I said before: have your mom come and apologize properly. Although I can't get you back into that company, I might be able to find you another decent job as compensation for tonight."

Wang Yan snorted, "Compensation my ass! You make it sound like I'm a prostitute. I came back with you this one time because I thought you were handsome and I had a crush on you as a kid. It's not happening again. As for the job, you got me fired, so finding me a new one is only reasonable."

Zhao Dong smiled without saying a word. A little flustered, Wang Yan continued, "Don't laugh! I'm being serious. But... if you satisfy me... maybe I'll consider seeing you more in the future."

Zhao Dong grinned. "Oh really? And how would we do that?"

Wang Yan suddenly sat on the bed in a provocative pose, caressing her smooth, pale legs. "We haven't had a *deep* exchange yet," she said alluringly. "Wouldn't you like to try?"

Zhao Dong's mouth twitched. He found it difficult to resist her seductive allure and quickly averted his gaze. "Stop that. You can leave now."

Wang Yan stood up, biting her lip as she glared at him. "You dense idiot! I've said my piece. Please take my job situation seriously. As for the apology, I'll apologize to your parents later! Goodbye!"

"I won't see you out!"

Wang Yan slammed the door and left. Zhao Dong clicked his tongue and gave a private, wry smile.

What was that all about? It had been years since he'd last seen Wang Yan. She was pretty, sure, but he really didn't have any ideas about her! Yet even though he had no intentions, she had just... Ugh, whatever. It's not like he lost out on anything!

Zhao Dong sighed. Sometimes, being handsome is a crime.

「The night passed without incident.」

Zhao Dong cultivated all night, the light in his eyes sharp yet restrained. Recently, he could feel the Spiritual Energy in his body gathering at a terrifying rate and sensed that a breakthrough was imminent. Moreover, this time the feeling was particularly unusual. He even had a premonition that he might jump two entire realms! Yet, despite the feeling of an impending breakthrough, it seemed like something was missing—like he was lacking a catalyst.

It seems I have to refine those medicinal pills quickly. In the early stages of cultivation, they're the most effective aid.

Zhao Dong stretched lazily and got out of bed.

His parents were already up and having breakfast, a simple meal of steamed buns and millet porridge. Zhao Dong served himself a bowl and sat at the table, smiling.

"Mom, Dad, eat up. When we're done, we'll move into that large apartment."

Zhao Kangyou and Zhang Cuimei exchanged a glance, then smiled wryly. "Xiaodong, there's really no need!"

Zhao Dong frowned. "Why not? Isn't a better living environment a good thing?"

Zhao Kangyou sighed softly. "Xiaodong, your mom and I know you're a good son and want to be dutiful, but you have a place of your own now. You should be living there with your girlfriend. How would it look if we moved in too?"

Zhao Dong smiled. "It's livelier when we all live together. Mom, Dad, I know you're worried it might be cramped, but don't worry. I haven't had a chance to tell you, but I bought both the upper and lower floor apartments. I've already had them connected with a staircase, so it's basically a duplex villa now."

His parents were astonished. "Xiaodong, where did you get so much money?"

Zhao Dong just smiled. "Just get ready to move after we eat. Don't worry about it."

His parents smiled ruefully, their hearts filled with a profound sweetness. They were only afraid of being a burden to Zhao Dong. But faced with their son's heartfelt insistence, they knew that refusing further would only hurt his feelings.

Soon, the family finished their meal, called a moving company, and headed directly to the most exclusive residential complex in East Sea.

They arrived at their new home, and with the movers' help, the job was done quickly. Seeing the blissful smiles on his parents' faces, Zhao Dong felt a deep sense of fulfillment.

Zhang Cuimei smiled. "Xiaodong, you should invite your uncle's family over for dinner in the next couple of days. Oh, and I haven't seen Qirou for a while. I wonder what she's been up to."

Zhao Dong suddenly realized it had also been some time since he had seen Zhao Qirou. On an impulse, he decided to give her a call. The call connected, and Zhao Qirou's delighted voice came through. "Brother, what a surprise! What made you call?"

Zhao Dong laughed. "What have you been busy with? I haven't seen you in a long time."

Zhao Qirou cooed from the other end, "Brother, did you miss me? I miss you too! We must be on the same wavelength. I was just about to call you!"

Zhao Dong chuckled. "You're so cheeky. Are you busy right now? If so, I'll let you go."

"No, no, no, I'm not busy at all! Brother, our school is having an event today, and they say the superstar Song Qingwan is coming! It's in the school gymnasium. I have a ticket, you should come too."

Zhao Dong was startled. Song Qingwan is going to East Sea University? He thought for a moment before replying with a smile, "I'll pass. You guys have fun."

"No way! You have to come. I was actually going to call to ask you to go with me. Please come! I want to see you," she pleaded.

Zhao Qirou's charming voice made Zhao Dong's heart flutter. He realized it had been a while since they last met, and he missed her too. After a moment's thought, he smiled. "Alright, I'll head over now."

"Great! I'll wait for you in my classroom! Just come to the Financial Management College building. You graduated from here, so you know where it is, right?"

"I know," Zhao Dong said with a laugh. "Hanging up now."

After ending the call, Zhao Dong told his parents what was happening, urging them to settle in comfortably and not worry about a thing. He then drove straight to East Sea University.

Soon, he was near the university, the grand school gates looming in the distance. For a moment, Zhao Dong was in a daze as he remembered his school days. He thought of the times he and Ding Lan had walked through every corner of this campus. Next to East Sea University was a scenic spot called East Lake, an artificial landscape lake where countless couples would stroll in the evenings. During his university years, he and Ding Lan had walked along its shore more times than he could count...

Zhao Dong shook off the memories as he pulled up to the school gate. The security guards saw his six-million-yuan Bentley and waved him through without a single question. With a private smile, Zhao Dong handed a cigarette to each guard and drove onto the campus.

It was clear a major event was happening at East Sea University today. The campus was adorned with welcome banners, and many areas had been specially decorated with celebratory slogans. The preparations suggested it was a rather grand occasion.

Zhao Dong clicked his tongue. Who here could possibly guess that the superstar visiting today, Song Qingwan, is my woman? If I told these students, their eyes would probably pop out of their heads.

As he drove, Zhao Dong naturally attracted numerous envious stares. The students recognized the car as a multi-million-yuan luxury vehicle, and their eyes—boys and girls alike—were filled with envy.

Zhao Dong drove directly to the Management College academic building and parked downstairs. Since it was an event day for the whole school, there were no classes, and many students were wandering around outside. The moment they saw Zhao Dong's car, a buzz of excitement went through the crowd.

"Is that a Bentley? Holy crap, that car must be worth millions!"

"Which rich kid at our school owns that? It's so awesome!"

Amidst the chattering crowd, Zhao Dong simply smiled, paying it no mind as he sat in his car and dialed Zhao Qirou's number.