Underground Boxing Champion (2)

After hearing Pei Shao's words, Cui Jianhao wanted to deny it, but the moment he met Dongfang Yinyin's gaze and those of the other two, he swallowed his words. Yet he was terrified that Pei Shao would make some request that would put him in a difficult position. Keeping it bottled up was unbearable, but he still had to put on a generous front.

The tangled emotions left Cui Jianhao feeling as though he were sitting on pins and needles. Fortunately, Pei Shao quickly continued, "You don't need to be nervous. I'm not asking you for money. I only want you to cancel your date with Yinyin. How about it?"

"This..." Cui Jianhao had thought Pei Shao would make an outrageous demand and bleed him dry, but he had never expected such a request. Still... he would rather have Pei Shao ask him for money than lose this chance to get close to Dongfang Yinyin.

But he had already given his word, and with so many people watching, he could not go back on it. He could only force himself to nod. "Fine! No problem!"

But inwardly, he wished he could stab Pei Shao to death with a knife!

A Zheng and Zhang Huaiyuan, standing nearby, wore looks of gloating. But before they could enjoy themselves for long, their smiles soon froze on their faces.

Dongfang Yinyin affectionately linked her arm through Pei Shao's, then asked with concern whether that collision had hurt him. Then she said, "We'll be leaving first. Goodbye, everyone!" The two of them walked out through the doors as though no one else existed, as if everything that had just happened had been nothing more than an unreal dream.

Only after their figures had completely disappeared beyond the door did Cui Jianhao slam his fist into the wall with a bang. Seeing his outburst, the other trainees naturally did not dare provoke him and all kept their distance.

A Zheng and Zhang Huaiyuan also felt humiliated. Moreover, they could tell that Dongfang Yinyin had not taken them seriously at all. Cui Jianhao was naturally the angriest. The swan meat that was practically in his grasp had flown away—how could he not hate it? How could he not be furious?

And Pei Shao had not only ruined his opportunity, but also cost him a fortune. The electromagnetic units he had shattered alone were worth over a million in total. Worst of all were the electromagnetic shoes Cui Jianhao was wearing, which had been designed to work with the steel plate. They had cost two million when he bought them, but without the steel plate, the shoes were useless as well.

He had spent so much money on a full set of equipment so he could show off in front of Dongfang Yinyin. Yet before he had even had ten minutes to feel proud of himself, Pei Shao had destroyed everything and even cut off his future prospects of using that gear to pick up girls.

Cui Jianhao's entire face seemed ready to burst into flames.

"Fine! I refuse to believe there isn't some other martial art in this world that can defeat Iron Body Qigong and Soft Fist! Pei Shao, just you wait!" Zhang Huaiyuan and A Zheng likewise felt that they had never lost as much face as they had today. Some brat who had appeared out of nowhere had actually been the first to embrace Dongfang Yinyin's virgin body right in front of them.

They had heard others mention yesterday that Pei Shao had taken advantage of Dongfang Yinyin, but since they had not seen it with their own eyes, they had dismissed it as a rumor. But now...

Pei Shao had once again snatched away the kind of high-class "enjoyment" that people of their status should have had. They both envied and resented him, their hatred reaching its peak.

The three exchanged knowing glances. Cui Jianhao said, "I think we should temporarily put our bet on hold and join forces to kick this 'game-breaker' out first!"

After thinking it over for a moment, Zhang Huaiyuan and A Zheng nodded in agreement.

A while later, Cui Jianhao wanted to make a call and ask what martial arts in the world might be even more formidable than Iron Body Qigong and Soft Fist. Only then did he realize that his phone was no longer on him. It was on the floor, utterly mangled beneath Pei Shao's foot!

"Fuck! This is infuriating!" Cui Jianhao finally could not hold back any longer and cursed.

A Zheng and Zhang Huaiyuan could only smile bitterly beside him.

In the corridor, Dongfang Yinyin released Pei Shao's arm somewhat bashfully and said, "A Shao, thank you so much for just now..."

"Hehe, there's really no need! Besides, you've already said that so many times!" Pei Shao smiled modestly, though inwardly he was so thrilled he felt like flying.

Dongfang Yinyin casually asked, "By the way, where did you learn your Iron Body Qigong and Soft Fist? They're really impressive!"

Pei Shao had not prepared an answer, so he could only be vague. "Well... do you really want to know? Anyway, it was through a chance encounter that I learned from a reclusive martial arts master. He rarely interacts with people from the outside world, so you probably haven't heard his name."

Dongfang Yinyin asked curiously, "How could someone so skilled have no reputation in the martial arts world?"

Pei Shao forced a smile. "Maybe he doesn't want to be famous. Oh, right—anyway, remember not to tell anyone that I know these two ultimate techniques. Please!"

By then, Dongfang Yinyin was completely convinced by Pei Shao's skills. She gave him a slight smile without hesitation. "Got it! But those two moves just now were truly spectacular. You really are amazing!"

Pei Shao felt a little embarrassed by Dongfang Yinyin's praise and quickly replied modestly, "They were just average. Nothing special."

"They really were amazing! I rarely compliment people!" For the first time ever, Dongfang Yinyin actually joked with him. "If someone comes to challenge the hall next time, and my father can't beat them, I'll come find you!"

"Sure! No problem! Just don't forget!" Pei Shao agreed casually. He did not believe that, with Dongfang Yinyin's father's abilities, there would be any martial artist in S City he could not handle. Otherwise, Eastern Martial Arts Hall would have closed down long ago!

The two chatted and laughed all the way, leaving the trainees who had seen them eating together earlier even more dumbfounded. How had their relationship become so intimate after only a short while apart? Dongfang Yinyin seemed never to have smiled like that in front of a man before. Amid their envy and jealousy, they could not help thinking, Looks like we really did underestimate that reporter. Maybe he truly does have exceptional skills!

Before long, Pei Shao's "mansion" came into view. After reminding Dongfang Yinyin to get some rest, Pei Shao returned to his room. Just as he was about to charge Castle and then collapse into bed, Castle's voice sounded again. "Pei, it worked!"

"Yeah. Oh, right, I haven't thanked you yet, Mr. Castle!"

"I'm not talking about that. My database's new function has finally succeeded!" Though Castle's voice remained calm, Pei Shao could still hear a faint hint of excitement.

"What new function?" Pei Shao asked curiously.

"Using infrared rays and electromagnetic waves at a fivefold coefficient, along with the light-energy information copied from Motor's database, I developed a more advanced new light-energy positioning system..."

"What is that?" Pei Shao still did not understand.

But Castle fell silent at that moment. "Sigh... it's out of power again!" Pei Shao sighed, deciding he would ask tomorrow.