Falling Out

Bai Xiaowen did not follow up on how to post online to guide public opinion regarding the Assassination attempt.

Just as Bai Xiaowen said before, guiding public opinion might have some effect, but it's more likely that the other party will bury their head in the sand and ignore it, making it unlikely to generate any benefit. Besides, Sister Zheng, as an ordinary person, can also do online hype and publicity, and she has more experience than Bai Xiaowen.

So, this matter was handed over to Sister Zheng, with several publicity assistants from the Super God Guild assisting her.

After finishing up with the new merchandise for the More Knives, the More Victims stores and signing a long-term employment contract with Zhang Bo, Bai Xiaowen Bai Xiaowen to school.

Yan Xiaoxin stepped in and organized a short meeting.

In a few days, the first round draw for the CUAA National Championship will take place. Jinghai University is the first place winner in the Jianghai Division this year. According to the rules, they will draw one of the second-place winners from the sixteen divisions as their opponent in the first round. This is also the advantage of the first place winner in the qualifying round.

"Do you want to participate in the lottery ceremony?" Yan Xiaoxin asked earnestly. "Perhaps we should send an Awakened One with a high Luck attribute. I think you would be very suitable."

Some experts claim that hidden attributes like charisma, luck, and willpower are determined by innate factors. Furthermore, these experts analyze that the three hidden attributes of Hero Class are generally quite good, especially luck...

Bai Xiaowen shrank back. "I'm not going, I've been too busy lately... It's best not to believe in such vague things as luck. We're aiming for the championship, and we'll inevitably face those strong teams sooner or later, so it doesn't matter who goes to the draw."

"But facing a strong team a round later means a better ranking, which is definitely different," Yan Xiaoxin clearly had a different opinion. "For example, Tsinghua University, the second-place Tsinghua University in the Beijing Division, is unlucky to be drawn against them in the first round. Tsinghua University is a long-standing top-four team."

Bai Xiaowen shrugged and said, "I think Tsinghua University should pray they don't pick us."

Liu Fei coughed. "If we're going to draw lots, I..."

"Alright, since the captain is so confident, then whatever. I'll represent the school in drawing lots. Next, Captain Bai Xiaowen will formulate the training plan. Everyone, prepare diligently for the competition and strive for a good ranking. Meeting adjourned!"

Yan Xiaoxin spoke very quickly. She completely ignored Liu Fei was eager to try...

Chen Guowei looked at Liu Fei, almost choking back internal injuries.

However, Chen Guowei at least didn't directly mock him, which can be considered an improvement. After the meeting, he winked and changed the subject:

"Old Bai, where's Old Han?"

Han Xu did not attend the University Team meeting.

Bai Xiaowen said, "He's already spoken to me on the phone. It seems the guild wants to discuss things with him again, but he can't get away. Anyway, it's just a mobilization meeting; it doesn't matter whether Han Xu attends or not."

"Tch, what's there to miss about that lousy guild? If it were me, I would have kicked it out long ago."

Chen Guowei, the gossip Xiao Wang, knew perfectly well that the Jingwu Guild's negotiations with Han Xu had been abruptly terminated due to a hidden clause in the contract. His impression of the Jingwu Guild plummeted.

Bai Xiaowen shook his head slightly. He actually thought Chen Guowei's words made sense. However, he didn't want to say much about Han Xu's choice, so he tapped the table with his finger and said, "Alright, let's not discuss this irrelevant topic. Next, let's discuss our University Team's training plan. Everyone should set a small goal for themselves, such as what kind of improvement they want to make before the first round of the competition..."

During the mobilization meeting of the Jinghai University Team, Han Xu was also having another consultation with the management of the Jingwu Guild.

Sitting next to Han Xu was none other than Sister Zheng.

On the opposing side of Han Xu, facing the Jingwu Guild's negotiating team, there were three people. Han Xu recognized all three of them:

Hou Liangjie, the head of the human resources department, was seated on the left.

The chairman, Wu Chonglian, sat in the middle;

Wu Guangming, an Awakened One who is in the same guild and is said to be related to the guild leader. He is currently in charge of the guild's virtual shop.

Hou Liangjie's attendance was perfectly normal, but Chairman Wu Chonglian's presence made Han Xu feel a sense of being valued. However, he was unsure about Wu Guangming sitting on the far right; was he just there to make up the numbers?

Hou Liangjie tapped the table. "Han Xu, there was indeed a flaw in the last contract. I have already instructed the legal department to draft a new one."

Han Xu nodded. Sister Zheng, standing beside him, smiled and said, "I thought this consultation meeting had already drafted a new contract... turns out it's not finished yet? Your guild's efficiency is truly worrying. But regardless, my employer and I hope that these so-called oversights won't happen again."

Hou Liangjie frowned and said, "I invited Han Xu here this time to resolve some concerns. Han Xu, do you know the background of the lady accompanying you to the meeting?"

Han Xu nodded slowly. "I know."

"Alright, tell me."

"She's a friend of mine's personal agent," Han Xu said calmly.

"A 'friend'?" Hou Liangjie deliberately emphasized the word. "Han Xu, you'd better be frank. According to the guild's investigation, this Ms. Zheng is the exclusive agent of Bai Xiaowen, A-Tier long-term contract member of the Super God Guild!"

After a pause, Hou Liangjie said with a serious expression, "Han Xu, you should know about the grudges between the Super God Guild and us. My previous request for you to publicly sever ties with Bai Xiaowen was precisely because of this concern! What I didn't expect was that at this crucial moment in the contract renewal negotiations, you would actually bring Bai Xiaowen's agent along... Your actions have greatly disappointed the guild."

Han Xu remained silent for a few seconds.

Sister Zheng cleared her throat lightly. "Let me explain. Mr. Han Xu and Mr. Bai Xiaowen are friends, but he won't let personal matters interfere with his official duties. Mr. Han Xu once said that the guild shouldn't interfere in personal relationships, and you agreed to that request."

"Separating public and private matters, is it really that simple?" Hou Liangjie stared at Sister Zheng and sneered, "As far as I know, Bai Xiaowen and Han Xu had a large sum of Psionic Points exchanged, right?"

Sister Zheng calmly stated, "First of all, let me clarify that this is a loan, not a gift. Mr. Han Xu has been actively repaying it, so Mr. Hou shouldn't misunderstand this. Furthermore, 30,000 Psionic Points is a negligible amount for my employer, Mr. Bai Xiaowen. Mr. Hou, please don't measure this by your own financial means."

The next sentence made Hou Liangjie's face turn red, and his anger rose. "I also found out that Han Xu received a bottle of Perfect-Tier Enhancement Potion from Bai Xiaowen! A few months ago, during an exploration of Treasure Ground Space at Jinghai University, Han Xu even teamed up with Bai Xiaowen... Isn't that enough to prove the point?"

Sister Zheng chuckled lightly, "The perfect-grade potion was just a proxy purchase; Mr. Han Xu has already paid in full. As for the treasure land exploration operation, that's even more ridiculous. They were teammates on the same University Team, so why couldn't they team up?"

"What about the Super God Potion Shop? Someone caused trouble at the Super God Potion Shop, so why did Han Xu show up at the scene with Bai Xiaowen Bai Xiaowen and support him?" Hou Liangjie shouted. He was so angry that he was obsessed with proving that Han Xu and Bai Xiaowen had a secret relationship.

Just as Sister Zheng was about to retort, Han Xu suddenly stood up.

"No need to say anything more."

Han Xu was tall and strong, and the imposing presence he exuded when he stood up immediately silenced the conference room.

Han Xu looked at Chairman Wu Chonglian, who was sitting in the center, and said, "Chairman, thank you."

Wu Chonglian was slightly taken aback. "What?"

"I've been a member of the Jingwu Guild for two years. In these two years, I've received a lot of help from the guild, so I want to say thank you..." Han Xu spoke slowly, "Also, I've decided to forgo renewing my contract and leave the Jingwu Guild."

A few seconds of silence fell over the meeting room.

Hou Liangjie was dumbfounded.

Wu Chonglian coughed and said, "Xiao Han, I've watched you grow step by step, and I believe you won't betray the guild in the future. This meeting is just to clear up some unnecessary misunderstandings... Don't be upset."

As they were talking, Wu Chonglian gave Hou Liangjie a wink.

Hou Liangjie stammered, "Um... yes, yes. That's what I meant too... Han Xu, the guild leader and I both hope you can stay. The new contract should be finalized soon, and the guild will sign you with A-Tier benefits..."

Wu Guangming's expression changed slightly. A-Tier long-term contract is the most generous contract after S-Tier long-term contract.

Han Xu shook his head firmly. "No need." He didn't say anything more, then turned to Sister Zheng and said, "Thank you for your help these two times. Let's go."

Sister Zheng smiled and said, "This is my job." She was the happiest person in the entire conference room. However, Sister Zheng didn't show it too obviously, otherwise she would not only be resented, but Han Xu would also feel uncomfortable.

After Han Xu and his companion left, the conference room fell silent.

Wu Chonglian sighed, "It's a bit of a pity. A talented tank-type Elite Tier has just left us."

The chairman's regret, to Hou Liangjie, was naturally a criticism of his own inadequate work, which had brought him heavy pressure. He hurriedly defended himself, saying, "Chairman, keeping Han Xu might not be a good thing; it could mean risks. You've seen his close relationship with Bai Xiaowen..."

Wu Guangming chimed in, "Yes, Uncle, Bai Xiaowen is despicable. Not only is he competing with us in the virtual store, but he's also trying to poach our members from the guild. But let Han Xu go. He seems dull and slow-witted, not like he has any future. Our guild's main tank, Yao Ge, is much stronger than him, and he's in his prime. If Han Xu stays, he'll just be a substitute; he won't be of much use to us."

"No matter what, he's a promising talent. Even if we don't need him, I don't want to let the Super God Guild benefit from him, which is why I personally intervened... Forget it! It's no use saying anything more now. Let's call it a day."

Wu Chonglian walked to the floor-to-ceiling window, watching Han Xu's tall and strong figure as he walked out of the building, feeling a little uncertain. Whether what happened today was right or wrong, beneficial or harmful, only time would tell.

Following behind Han Xu, Sister Zheng left the headquarters building of the Jingwu Guild. As she walked out the door, she secretly sent a text message on her phone.

A short while later, Han Xu's phone rang.

"Hey... Captain."

On the other end of the phone came Bai Xiaowen's slightly cheerful voice. "You've fallen out with the guild?"

"Um."

"Come join the Super God Guild!"

"... good."

On the other end of the phone, Bai Xiaowen was a little taken aback, but he quickly recovered. "Okay, it's settled then. Now, Sister Zheng will drive you to the Super God Guild headquarters to finalize the contract. Don't worry, follow me, and I guarantee I'll take you to new heights! Let those short-sighted guys from the Jingwu Guild regret it!"

Jinghai University, the University Team's rest area.

Li Shuyi smiled and said, "Han Xu agreed to join? That was so quick, it surprised me a bit. I thought that after his falling out with his original guild, he would stay quiet for a while and wouldn't want to talk about signing contracts with any guild."

Bai Xiaowen shook her head. "I was a little surprised at first too. But thinking about it, I can understand. Han Xu isn't that pretentious. Also, he's smarter than he looks, unlike Lao Chen."

Chen Guowei: "Old Bai, what do you mean...? Do I look smart, but am I actually stupid?"

Xiang Hui to the side, retorted, "No, you're true to yourself."

"Pooh!"

A burst of laughter filled the lounge with a cheerful atmosphere.

"Alright, time for training... Let's go in." After laughing, Bai Xiaowen waved and led a group of University Team members into the S-01 Psionic Training Ground.

evening.

The group dragged their exhausted bodies out of the training base. Chen Guowei, in particular, clutched his back and groaned, practically on the verge of collapse.

"Old Chen, you're not up to par. You need to work out. With this physique, how will you survive in the Spirit Realm?" Bai Xiaowen said.

Chen Guowei grumbled, "Even the Spirit Realm isn't this tiring! A whole afternoon of fighting, no rest until my Life Value is almost depleted... It's like hellish training! And Lao Bai, you're getting better and better! What the hell is that Bone Warlock? How is he so powerful? He's a whole lot stronger than the Skeleton Mage we had before!"

Xiang Hui said in a low voice, "You only paid attention to the Skeleton Mage? Didn't you notice that all of Lao Bai's summons have become much stronger? Even that fat Corpse Monster from the battle against Jiangnan University has become much stronger; it's practically a melee killer."

Bai Xiaowen smiled but remained silent. In truth, the Butcher hadn't yet reached his "complete form"—the extra 100% maximum Life Value from the Slaughterhouse hadn't increased much, and his three equipment slots were still empty. Once fully developed and equipped with three pieces of gear, the Butcher's strength would rival that of Boss Tier like Rageclaw. Of course, their roles were different, and their strength and usefulness couldn't be judged solely by one-on-one combat; each had its own purpose.

"It's seven o'clock now, right? How about we get together for a meal, have some drinks, and find a few pretty female cheerleaders to keep us company..." As soon as Chen Guowei mentioned this, his back pain and leg soreness disappeared, and his thieving eyes became quite bright.

"I have something to do and can't go." Bai Xiaowen shook her head, and Li Shuyi gave her a look that said, "You know what's good for you."

"I need to practice more," Xiang Hui refused Chen Guowei without hesitation, then said, "You shouldn't even think about playing around. Just eat something simple for dinner and practice with me!"

"What?!" Chen Guowei cried out in pain, then was dragged away by Xiang Hui.