A person hurried in through the door, calling out, "Sorry I'm late."
The entire process was just getting to the birthday party segment.
It's really impolite to arrive at this time.
Besides, he's so careless and doesn't know what's important.
Everyone turned to look at the newcomer.
But then the person hopped and skipped around to find their way through the crowd, then dashed through it in a few big strides and headed straight for the cake cart.
Some guests who had been pushed aside halfway through the journey reached out to stop them, saying with a hint of warning, "Those who are late, stand outside! Don't cause trouble!"
The person who came was not angry when stopped.
He waved to Luo Shan, who was standing there in a daze by the cake cart, and said, "Then I won't go over there. Team Leader Luo, could you come over here for a moment?"
Everyone in the room was stunned.
Let Luo Shan go?
Although Du Keke was the one celebrating her birthday, everyone knew that the real birthday person was Luo Shan.
Not only were they late at this crucial moment, but they also so casually let the person in charge pass by?
Who do you think you are?
The emperor?
Seeing that Luo Shan was also stunned and showed no intention of moving.
Some of the more attention-seeking guests were already preparing to kick people out.
Those who didn't like to stand out shook their heads and smiled, waiting to see the show.
Only a small number of truly skilled and knowledgeable individuals carefully examined the newcomers' appearances in the dim light, their eyes filled with suspicion.
Just then...
Before Luo Shan could react, it was Old Monster Liu who made the first move.
He hurriedly left the center of the crowd, jogged up to the man, and gave him a slight bow—a gesture he'd never even shown to Luo Shan —and said with a smile, "Brother He, what brings you so late? I've been wanting to have a drink with you but couldn't find you! Group Leader Luo is hosting today, let's cut the cake and have a couple of drinks later!"
He looked at him with He Jiong expression.
After a while.
He opened his mouth and asked, "Who are you?"
Old Monster Liu was slightly taken aback.
He then exclaimed "Oh!" and raised his hand to wave it towards the sky.
The obstruction to the lights in the hall disappeared instantly.
The entire stadium was restored to light.
His He Jiong appearance was thus fully exposed to everyone.
Those who were carefully examining the situation immediately froze, their suspicion quickly turning into shock. Their lips parted, their fingers rose, and a name seemed about to burst from their throats.
" He Jiong!" Luo Shan finally revealed the answer, rushing over to He Jiong's side with a few big strides and exclaiming in surprise, "How come you, such a busy man, have time to come today? Good buddy, have a couple more drinks later!"
As he spoke, he pulled He Jiong toward the cake cart.
Old Monster Liu stood by He Jiong's side like a loyal old servant, and even offered to help He Jiong carry his bag, He Jiong refused, turning to him and saying, "It's you," before falling silent.
Old Monster Liu nodded repeatedly, smiling, and said, "Yes, yes, yes."
The three of them walked back into the center.
A buzzing sound, like a swarm of bees, filled the arena.
The uncertain are seeking confirmation from the certain.
Those who were certain were too preoccupied to respond, anxiously looking around, unconsciously rehearsing the words they wanted to say.
He Jiong dealing with Old Monster Liu, He Jiong heard Luo Shan's words and punched him in annoyance. "How dare you say that? I asked you why your phone was off?"
Luo Shan reached into his pocket, puzzled.
They didn't take anything out.
He rolled over in his clothes, shook his head helplessly, and said, "I've been too busy these past few days, I don't know where I lost it. What happened?"
He Jiong stood beside the cake, looking at the candles that were almost burned to the bottom, and nodded apologetically to Du Keke.
Then he noticed a strange expression on his girlfriend's face.
He nodded to Xu Wa as well.
Then, with a serious expression, he leaned closer to Luo Shan and whispered, "Something terrible has happened! We can't find you at this crucial moment! Come with me right now!"
Upon hearing this...
Luo Shan hesitated and glanced around.
He lingered on Du Keke's blank face for a moment, then awkwardly spread his hands and said to He Jiong, "Brother, look, I've just started this show, what would it look like if I left? Tell me what happened first?"
Taking the opportunity to assert his presence, Old Monster Liu chimed in, "Yes, yes, it's rare for us all to get together today. Brother He, why don't you have a drink before you leave? This old man was hoping to chat with you about the Bug-Hunting Squad."
He Jiong displeasure and ignored him.
He lowered his voice again and said to Luo Shan, "Those priests from the Western Continent are attacking! They fought all day yesterday until dark. Old Master Gu and Team Leader Mo are in trouble, and the boss looks terrible! Don't worry about anything else, come with me right now!"
"Wh... what!!!" Luo Shan's expression finally changed.
He hurriedly tossed the dinner knife onto the cake cart, ripped open his suit jacket which was hindering his movement, and gestured towards the door with his hand, saying, "I have a car, hop in mys!"
Old Monster Liu was standing nearby, also overheard some of what was happening.
His expression also turned serious.
He Jiong raised his voice and said loudly to the crowd, including Du Keke, "Sorry to bother everyone, please continue with your business, we'll be leaving now."
After saying that, he turned and left with Luo Shan.
Old Monster Liu, standing nearby, followed closely and asked, "Um, is there anything I can do to help? Isn't this something everyone in the Eastern Continent is responsible for?"
Upon hearing this, He Jiong finally looked at Old Monster Liu properly.
I've always heard that after Tiansheng's downfall, this person wandered alone, seeking fortune and avoiding disaster, relying on his high strength to act recklessly, yet he was also a bully who preyed on the weak and feared the strong.
We had a very unpleasant encounter at a bar before.
I didn't expect him to be so responsible when it comes to important matters.
He Jiong and asked him, "You're on the 600th floor, right?"
Old Monster Liu nodded hastily.
He Jiong nodded and said, "Then come with me. Maybe the boss will need you. More people means more options."
Old Monster Liu finally felt relieved and followed He Jiong and the other man with a He Jiong smile.
The three parted the crowd and walked out.
Du Keke, stunned, watched as He Jiong appeared, watched as the man she regarded as a hero was summoned away by him with just a few words, and watched as the six-hundred-floor monster treated the person she looked down upon with a servility that had never been seen before.
Her world completely collapsed.
What are you doing?
Are you guys acting against me? He Jiong did you become so arrogant? Is this for real?
Du Keke is still within her own field of vision.
They simply don't understand how vast the gap is between He Jiong is doing now and her peaceful life.
They wouldn't understand that He Jiong now has no intention of showing off or showing off in front of her.
They're incredibly busy!
Seeing her boyfriend leave without a care, Xu Wa realized that staying would only be torture for her, so she simply called out "Wait for me!" and chased after him.
He Jiong, who was being pulled aside by Luo Shan to ask about the He Jiong, heard his girlfriend's voice and slowed down, turning around to look at Xu Wa, who was running towards him, with a puzzled expression. "What's wrong? Aren't you going to your best friend's birthday party?"
Seeing He Jiong, Xu Wa's own strength seemed to crumble considerably.
She forced back her tears, pursed her lips, shook her head, and pulled his arm, urging him to hurry up and leave.
Seeing my darling girlfriend behaving so strangely...
He Jiong, however, was no longer in a hurry.
He stopped abruptly, placed his hands on Xu Wa's shoulders, and asked softly, "Tell me what happened?"
This was exactly what Xu Wa wanted to avoid.
She knew that He Jiong would be angry if he found out He Jiong had just happened.
Xu Wa had no idea what would happen if he got angry.
So she blinked hard, took a deep breath, and looked up with a smile, saying, "No, I just missed you. I've already given Coco the birthday wishes and gift. Let's go."
Despite his He Jiong, He Jiong listened to his girlfriend and was about to nod.
Suddenly, a loud slap came from behind.