No need for love

The fight with Chen Yao had also made Lin Shuguang truly understand how powerful Martial Artists were.

If Chen Yao had not already fought a life-and-death battle with the Desolate Ghost Ape King, he could never have been lucky enough to survive.

After this battle, the little bit of smugness Lin Shuguang had felt over his improved strength was completely gone.

But Lin Shuguang had also gained a great deal from the fight.

His Blood Energy Value had broken straight past two thousand calories, and his wealth had rapidly accumulated as well.

Last night, when Feng San learned that Lin Shuguang had the Desolate Ghost Ape King's corpse, he had been startled, thinking Lin Shuguang had already become a Martial Artist.

Lin Shuguang had said little. No matter how Feng San guessed, he could never have imagined just how close Lin Shuguang had come to death.

Besides, even if he said he had killed a Martial Artist, no one would believe him.

There was just one day left until the time Master Jin had arranged.

And on that day, a Saturday morning...

For once, Lin Haiyang did not go to the restaurant. Instead, he put on a suit and brought Lin Shuguang along, saying they were going to visit an old classmate.

Lin Shuguang had rarely seen him wear a suit and could not help chuckling at the unusual sight. "Dad, don't tell me you don't even know how to tie a tie?"

Embarrassed, Lin Haiyang snapped, "You little brat, you always have something to say!"

Mother Lin smiled as she tied Lin Haiyang's tie for him.

It was only because Lin Xiaoxi had gone to a classmate's house that she was not there; otherwise, she would certainly have been clamoring to go with Lin Shuguang.

After an hour on an intercity bus, Lin Haiyang and Lin Shuguang arrived in neighboring South City.

After getting off, Lin Shuguang carried the gifts Lin Haiyang had specially bought and sighed. "Dad, it's not like we don't have money. If you bought a car, would we have to go through all this trouble?"

Lin Haiyang said dismissively, "We hardly ever travel far. Buying a car would be such a waste of money. Besides, once you buy one, you have to maintain it. Doesn't all that cost money? Practicing martial arts isn't easy for you. Don't go throwing money around. Save it to buy yourself cultivation resources! The College Entrance Examination is getting closer and closer. You have to work hard, and don't be reluctant to spend money!"

Fine!

Knowing he could not persuade him, Lin Shuguang shut his mouth.

Looking thoroughly resigned to the task, he followed behind Lin Haiyang with gifts in both hands.

When Lin Haiyang reached the residential complex, he made a call. "Old Zhong, I'm almost there... No, no, I remember, I remember... All right, see you in a bit."

After hanging up, Lin Haiyang turned to warn Lin Shuguang, "Remember to greet your uncle and aunt when we get inside. Be polite, understand? Your Uncle Zhong and I have been inseparable since we were little. We're sworn brothers... Our families even promised you two to each other as children... When you were little, you two often played house together with your bare bottoms showing. Hahaha, it was so funny."

At those words, the corner of Lin Shuguang's mouth twitched, and he had a bad feeling.

"Dad, tell me the truth. What exactly did you bring me all the way here for?"

Lin Haiyang chuckled and simply refused to say.

Lin Shuguang's face stiffened.

What century was this? A childhood betrothal?

He said stiffly, "Dad, you can't set your own son up like this. I'm still young. Don't get me into underage dating, or I'll tell Mom you're encouraging me to fool around with girls at school!"

Lin Haiyang's face darkened. "You little brat, you're asking for a beating!"

Lin Shuguang stood firm. "Let's get this straight first. No bringing up the childhood betrothal!"

Lin Haiyang waved a hand and said perfunctorily, "I won't, I won't, I won't! Hurry up. Don't keep them waiting!"

With that, he strode off.

The corner of Lin Shuguang's mouth twitched again.

Having been given another life, he had no desire whatsoever to date.

Practicing martial arts was so much more fun!

A little over ten minutes later.

Lin Haiyang finally brought Lin Shuguang to his good friend Zhong Liming's home.

"Haha, Old Lin! Come on, come in! This must be Shuguang. It's been a few years. You're getting more handsome by the day, young man."

Zhong Liming wore glasses and was very welcoming.

Lin Shuguang bowed very "obediently" in greeting. "Hello, Uncle. Hello, Auntie!"

"Come on in," Zhong Liming's wife said with a warm smile.

A tall girl stood beside her with a faint smile. Presumably, she was Zhong Liming's daughter.

The girl also obediently greeted Lin Haiyang. "Hello, Uncle."

"Hello, hello." Lin Haiyang smiled so broadly that his eyes nearly curved into crescents.

Lin Shuguang saw it all clearly. His mouth twitched, and he wished he could grab his father and leave right then.

At one point, Lin Shuguang and the girl exchanged a glance. He nodded politely, but the girl looked away first, somewhat awkwardly.

Lin Shuguang did not take it to heart. He entered and set the gifts he was carrying on the floor.

Led by Zhong Liming, everyone went inside, sat down on the sofa, and began chatting enthusiastically.

During the conversation, Zhong Liming asked Lin Shuguang about his studies.

Lin Shuguang had nothing to hide. "I'm no good at academic subjects." He had barely attended school for a few days, so of course he was no good.

Zhong Liming immediately smiled. "Xueyi does fairly well in her academic subjects. She just came first in her year in the last mock exam."

Lin Haiyang was immediately astonished and praised her. "Xueyi has been clever ever since she was little."

Zhong Liming laughed. "Xueyi, tutor Shuguang when you have some time."

Zhong Xueyi murmured an assent and placed a fruit platter in front of Lin Haiyang. "Uncle, have some fruit."

Lin Haiyang laughed in satisfaction. "Xueyi is so thoughtful. Old Zhong, you two have raised her well."

Zhong Liming laughed again and said modestly, "Not at all, not at all."

Lunch was soon ready, and the two families ate together.

Lin Shuguang was neither enthusiastic nor quiet.

He soon established the image of an honest, simple young man with poor grades.

After lunch, Zhong Liming waved a hand. "Xueyi, take Shuguang out for a look around."

Zhong Xueyi disliked this sort of gathering to begin with, so she agreed readily.

Lin Shuguang suppressed the urge to yawn.

At a gathering like this, he wished he could go fight a thousand more rounds in the Blood Desolate Land!

He followed silently beside Zhong Xueyi.

Once the girl left home, her smile disappeared as well.

Ever since she had heard about the childhood betrothal from her family, she had been terribly irritated.

"Want to get something to drink?"

After thinking for a while, Zhong Xueyi asked casually.

Lin Shuguang nodded slightly. "Anything's fine."

Zhong Xueyi said nothing more. After she led Lin Shuguang along for a little over ten minutes, they reached a small, elegantly decorated shop displaying all kinds of drinks and desserts.

They sat facing each other and fell silent again.

Just then, Zhong Xueyi's phone rang. Her eyes lit up, and she immediately answered. "Where are you guys? Huh?"

Whatever was said, she glanced hesitantly at Lin Shuguang and lowered her voice. "It's not really convenient for me right now... All right, wait for me."

Holding her phone, Zhong Xueyi spent a moment choosing her words, then looked at Lin Shuguang, who seemed to be spacing out. "My friends asked me to hang out. Do you want to-"

"Then go ahead," Lin Shuguang blurted out.

Zhong Xueyi froze for a moment.

Out of politeness, she had been planning to invite Lin Shuguang along.

Who would have thought he would be so eager to send her away!

Hmph!

Her expression cold, Zhong Xueyi stood up to leave, only to see a familiar figure approaching. The frost on her face instantly melted, and she waved in delighted surprise. "Sis-"

Across from them, Bun Head looked over at the sound.

A moment later, as though sensing something, Lin Shuguang also turned to look.

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