Jin Wanqi's pupils contracted slightly, revealing an expression of disbelief.
He had heard of Section Nine, but that was all he knew.
It is said to be a special department composed of the strongest group of Chosen One in the country. Almost everyone in it possesses Innate Talent, Li Qiang, and is incredibly mysterious.
Section Nine reports to only one head and is specifically responsible for carrying out major tasks that are crucial to the fate of the nation.
He never expected that Jiang Ran would awaken her innate supernatural ability at the age of 9 and become a reserve member of the Section Nine. He knew very well what this meant.
Even if there were ten thousand Jin Family, they wouldn't dare to provoke the Section Nine.
Moreover, Jiang Ran possesses the Phoenix Force, which clearly has nothing to do with ice-type superpowers.
"Ahem, niece Jiang Ran, I..."
"May I leave now?" Jiang Ran frowned. She loathed people like Jin Zhiqiang and Jin Wanqi to the extreme, and her loathing was undisguised.
Jin Wanqi was furious, but dared not say anything.
"Certainly!"
As Jiang Ran walked out, she said to Ling Yi, "Let's go!"
Ling Yi smiled slightly, glanced at Jin Wanqi, and followed Jiang Ran towards the arena.
Jin Wanqi narrowed his eyes slightly. He knew Ling Yi; Jin Zhiqiang had used many people from the company to deal with this Ling Yi.
"These ants, do they really think they're lucky enough to have latched onto the Jiang Family? I can't deal with the Jiang Family, but these eyesores are better off dead."
Yes, he found Ling Yi extremely annoying, not only because he was his son's enemy, but also because this ant had somehow gotten involved with Jiang Ran.
This made him very unhappy.
Ling Yi had no idea that after all his efforts, he still couldn't shake off Jin Wanqi's murderous intent. Jin Wanqi didn't need to suspect anything; he just didn't like you and wanted to kill you without any reason.
Ling Yi and Jiang Ran walked along the Lin Yin path at the edge of the stadium.
For a moment, no one spoke; they simply walked side by side in silence.
After a long silence, Jiang Ran finally spoke, "I'm sorry!"
Ling Yi was taken aback for a moment before he understood what Jiang Ran meant.
Jiang Ran used Ling Yi as a shield for three years, which caused Ling Yi a lot of trouble.
It wasn't just Jin Zhiqiang; many others saw Ling Yi as a thorn in their side, though none were as direct as Jin Zhiqiang.
Jiang Ran's father Jiang Moran, and mother, Lin Rui, were both true powerhouses who had experienced more than fifty Chosen World and whose strength had reached the B-level.
Although the Jiang Family is not a prestigious family, it is more powerful than He Family.
Therefore, many young masters from various families would pursue Jiang Ran relentlessly. Once they won Jiang Ran over, they would be tied to the Jiang Family, thus instantly becoming members of a top-tier family.
Unfortunately, Ling Yi was always by Jiang Ran's side.
Although Jiang Ran never explicitly stated that the two were in a romantic relationship, she did declare that anyone who dared to harm Ling Yi would be an enemy of the Jiang Family.
Jiang Ran thought this would protect Ling Yi, but in reality, Ling Yi was still alive because of Jiang Ran's words.
However, this does not mean that Ling Yi will not face retaliation.
For a long time, Ling Yi's injuries never stopped.
Unfortunately, Jiang Ran was unaware of these things.
Ling Yi didn't tell Jiang Ran any of this.
Did Ling Yi not know that Jiang Ran was using him as a shield? Of course he knew, but there was nothing he could do about it.
If he leaves Jiang Ran, he will face even more terrible retaliation, or even death.
Therefore, he could only continue to be Jiang Ran's deskmate, pretending that he knew nothing.
In this way, he would suffer more, but he could live and protect the safety of his family.
Jiang Ran didn't realize at first how much disaster this would bring to Ling Yi.
When she finally realized what had happened, she was filled with endless guilt.
She told her father about it, hoping he could help her, but Jiang Moran was furious. Even if she needed a scapegoat, she should have found someone respectable. Picking an ordinary person like this was just embarrassing for him.
Jiang Moran also hoped that her daughter could marry into a prominent family.
They do possess formidable strength, but lack a solid foundation. Marrying into a powerful family can rapidly enhance their foundation, allowing them to truly become giants in Baihai City.
This incident left Jiang Ran somewhat disappointed in her parents.
For the sake of power and ambition, they have completely used her as a bargaining chip.
This made Jiang Ran's life very tiring, even though she awakened her Innate Talent at the age of 9, and even though she possessed great strength before becoming Chosen One.
But Jiang Ran felt that the world was a giant cage, and she had no freedom at all.
"..."
Ling Yi didn't know what to say. Should he say it was okay?
Ling Yi's silence made Jiang Ran feel even more uncomfortable. At this moment, Jiang Ran suddenly made an incredibly bold decision.
He turned around, looked directly at Ling Yi, and asked, "Let's officially date."
"Huh?" Ling Yi was dumbfounded.
I said, I want to be your real girlfriend.
"Squad leader, stop fooling around!"
I'm serious!
Do you think I believe you...?
Damn it!
Ling Yi felt the Warmth on his lips, the pretty face so close to his, the girl trembling with obvious nervousness, yet still stubbornly kissing him.
Ling Yi's mind went completely blank for a moment.
After a moment, their lips parted, and Jiang Ran looked at Ling Yi and asked, "And now?"
"The time was a bit short!" Ling Yi said honestly.
Jiang Ran rolled her eyes at him and said, "Let's go to your place!"
"Are you serious? Your dad will go crazy, and I might get torn to pieces."
"Hmph, he only cares about his power, and besides, my dad can't beat me now."
"Ha?"
"I awakened the Phoenix Force at the age of nine, S Grade Innate Talent."
"Awesome!" Ling Yi was speechless. Wasn't Jiang Ran the real Protagonist?
"But why?" Ling Yi asked, puzzled.
So Jiang Ran explained that her parents wanted to use her as a bargaining chip to arrange a marriage with another powerful family.
Ling Yi curled his lip. What a cliché novel plot! How could such a scenario actually exist?
"So, you're planning to run away from home and start your own business?"
"Pretty much. I have nowhere to go, and you're the only person I know well in class. Are you unwilling to take me in? Or am I not good enough to be your girlfriend?"
"Can you stop with that smug look when you say that?"
"You need to understand that once you move into my house, everything will be irreversible."
In the past, Ling Yi would definitely not have agreed. If Jiang Ran had dared to move into his house, he might not even know how he died.
But now, Ling Yi is truly unafraid.
Do you think the "golden finger" trick is a joke?
Coincidentally, another function of the Personal Space still needs to be verified, and Ling Yi is quite looking forward to the exciting life ahead.
As for Jiang Ran...
Having been deskmates for three years, Ling Yi had come to know her to a certain extent.
This girl is definitely not as innocent as she seems on the surface.
Are you scared?
"Let's go home. I've gotten such a beautiful wife for free, what am I afraid of?" Ling Yi grabbed Jiang Ran's hand and walked towards the school gate.
Jiang Ran did not resist and let Ling Yi pull her along. She felt a little excited and also felt that Ling Yi was a little Haki at this moment.
To make it easier for Ling Yi to attend school, Ling Yi's parents rented a two-bedroom apartment near the school.
Although it's described as a two-bedroom, one-living room apartment, the total area is only 55 square meters, especially the living room, which is very small.
Even so, this house still costs more than 8,000 a month.
The parents are ordinary people, and this expense is a considerable burden for them.
The room was clean; although small, it was very well organized.
"It's completely different from what I imagined..."
I hope I haven't left you with any bad impressions.
"No, quite the opposite. I always thought boys' rooms were usually messy."
"My dad always told me that no matter what, home should always be clean, Warmth, and tidy, because no matter how long you're away, home is always the Warmth harbor in your heart, even if it's just a temporary home."
Jiang Ran nodded; she envied Ling Yi's ordinary family.
Jiang Ran's parents were both Awakened. In order for Jiang Ran to become an outstanding individual in the Chosen World in the future, Jiang Ran began to receive various trainings and practice many techniques from a young age.
In Jiang Ran's memory, there was only cultivation, cultivation, and more cultivation. Especially after she awakened her Innate Talent at the age of 9, her parents went even further.
Jiang Ran could tolerate all of this, after all, she knew her parents were doing it for her own good.
However, after her parents used her as a tool for a family marriage, the principle that Jiang Ran had always upheld completely snapped.
This aroused a strong Reversal mentality in Jiang Ran.
"You'll be entering the Chosen World after midnight. Do you have any plans?" Ling Yi poured Jiang Ran a glass of water, put her backpack in the closet, and then sat down opposite Jiang Ran to ask.
"I don't know. It's a pity you can't enter the Chosen World. It would be great if we could enter the Chosen World together."
After thinking for a moment, Ling Yi said, "I can actually enter the Chosen World."
"Tonight, I'll enter the Chosen World with you."
"You're not..." Jiang Ran somewhat surprised. To enter the Chosen World without becoming Chosen One? She had never heard of anyone being able to do that.
"You can think of it as my Innate Talent; not only can I enter the Chosen World myself, but I can also bring others into the Chosen World with me."
Ling Yi had already confirmed this with the Assistant Sprite in his Personal Space.
This is yet another bug-level ability.
"You shouldn't have told me that if people find out about this, do you know what that means?" Jiang Ran's expression turned serious as she spoke earnestly.
"Never let anyone know about this ability of yours, not even your parents."
"You should know that some powerful Chosen One can read the memories of ordinary people."
Hearing Jiang Ran's words, Ling Yi smiled.
Jiang Ran is considering his feelings; whether it's true or not, the attitude is there, isn't it?
"I'm only telling you this now."
"Aren't you afraid I'll turn around and tell others about this?"
"Then I can only say I misjudged him."
Jiang Ran very smart, but she lacks experience.
Tell Jiang Ran that, on the one hand, it's because of Jiang Ran's status and strength; with Jiang Ran around, people like Jin Wanqi wouldn't dare to attack Ling Yi's family.
This is also the official bottom line, and Jiang Ran represents the official position. As long as she is there, Jin Wanqi will be hesitant to act rashly.
Ling Yi remained completely unfazed, unsure whether Jin Wanqi would make a move against him.
As for his relationship with Jiang Ran, let nature take its course.