Chapter 107 The Steps, the Unconvinced School Beauty Li

The deathly standoff was shattered by a clear, cold female voice.

"If you die, you truly will have nothing left."

Jiang Yuwan looked at Li Xinran, her tone flat.

"Your pride, your face... they will all rot with your corpse, becoming utterly worthless."

Su Meier covered her mouth, giggling softly. "Oh, little sister, why must you be like this? Look at how well we're living now. Be obedient, and you'll get candy."

Liu Qiaofei's face was full of anxiety as she whispered a plea, "Senior Sister, don't be impulsive... Senior Su Ze isn't a bad person..."

"All of you, shut up!"

Li Xinran's sharp shout cut off their words.

She didn't even look at those women.

Her eyes, blazing with fire, remained locked on Su Ze from beginning to end.

The short knife in her hand pressed forward another fraction.

A thread of crimson blood trailed down her snow-white, slender neck, a shocking sight.

With her actions, she proved she wasn't joking.

"Xinran! Don't!"

"Boss Su Ze! I beg you! Please spare Xinran! She's just too proud! Being locked in a dog cage is worse than death for her!"

Wang Xiong and those dog-like guards pinned to the ground let out heart-wrenching wails.

Yet, facing this almost uncontrollable scene,

the playful look on Su Ze's face hadn't diminished in the slightest.

He even smiled slightly.

That smile held no threat, no anger, only a pure, spectator-like indifference.

As if Li Xinran's life or death truly meant nothing to him.

This indifference chilled Li Xinran's heart more than any threat could.

At that moment, Jiang Yuwan spoke again.

She took a step forward, her cool gaze sweeping over Li Xinran before glancing at Su Ze.

"Each take a step back."

"Li Xinran, hand over all the copper coins you've earned."

"Let today's matter end here."

Hearing this, both Wang Meng and Zhuang Qianhao were stunned.

They didn't understand why Jiang Yuwan would plead for this reckless woman.

Only Jiang Yuwan herself knew the truth.

That dog man Su Ze certainly wouldn't want her to die.

Otherwise, given Su Ze's temperament, he would have long since run her through with a spear!

Why would he dawdle and chatter with her like this?

Her speaking up now was giving Su Ze a way out, and giving Li Xinran a chance to live.

Li Xinran's chest heaved violently. She bit her lower lip hard, teeth marks sinking deep.

Hand over all the copper coins?

That was no different from forcing her to publicly admit her defeat, stomping her pride into the dirt!

But...

She glanced at Su Ze.

That man still wore an expression of utter nonchalance, as if waiting to see when she would slit her own throat.

She didn't doubt for a second that if she truly died,

this man would order his subordinates the next second to drag her corpse away like garbage.

A massive wave of powerlessness and humiliation instantly engulfed her.

"Fine!"

After a long while, Li Xinran squeezed the word out through gritted teeth.

Her right hand, holding the dagger, dropped powerlessly.

Then, she retrieved all the copper coins from her player's inventory and flung them heavily at Su Ze's feet.

The copper coins were automatically collected into the inventory by the copper coin necklace.

After doing this, she lifted her head and gave Su Ze a deep look, her eyes filled with near-venomous resentment.

Immediately, she turned and walked away without a backward glance.

Under the complex gazes of the crowd, alone, she strode with a haughty step towards the staircase.

From beginning to end, she never looked again at Wang Xiong or those dog-like figures pinned to the ground.

"Xinran! Xinran, don't go!"

Watching her resolute departing back, Wang Xiong felt his heart shatter.

Wang Meng, looking at his foolish younger brother, was furious. He slapped the back of Wang Xiong's head.

"I'll beat some sense into you today!"

Dragging Wang Xiong, he bowed to Su Ze. "Boss Su Ze, I'll take him back for proper discipline! These other brats are at your disposal!"

Zhuang Qianhao also hurried forward, asking respectfully, "Boss Su Ze, these people..."

Su Ze waved a hand dismissively, signaling for Wang Meng and Zhuang Qianhao to take everyone away.

...

Meanwhile.

On the 6th floor, Dormitory 666.

Li Xinran kicked the door open with a 'bang' and stormed inside.

The dagger in her hand was hurled viciously against the wall.

Her chest heaved violently, her exquisite face a mask of humiliation and rage.

She had lost.

Lost completely.

For the first time in her life, she had lost so miserably to a man.

But soon, she took several deep breaths, forcing herself to calm down.

Anger solved nothing.

Breathing deeply, the fire in her eyes gradually faded, replaced by a more dangerous, scorching light.

Fine, then.

A man should be like this.

Those dog-like followers orbiting her were just boring trash.

Only someone like Su Ze, powerful and cold, was worthy of her, Li Xinran.

Conquering a man who didn't even spare her a glance would be a far greater achievement!

Li Xinran's red lips slowly curved into a smile of defiance.

Su Ze...

Just you wait. Someday, I'll make you kneel at my feet!

...

Inside Dormitory 404 on the 4th floor.

Su Ze sat back on the bed without a word.

He pondered in his heart.

The Bond effect of 'Gold Burst' that this woman Li Xinran could activate was indeed too practical for him to ignore.

But her personality was also as unruly and nearly insane.

If he had truly locked her in a cage today, Su Ze had no doubt she would have killed herself on the spot.

As for forcing her directly?

Although that would only provoke stronger resistance, it was still an option.

At worst... he could just keep her tied up for a long time.

However, there were no spare beds in the Dormitory right now.

Doing it now would be pointless.

It was better to set it aside for now and try to make her submit completely over the next few days.

"Darling, don't be angry over that kind of woman. She's not worth it!" Qiao Yunge was the first to approach, clinging to his arm and coquettishly.

Liu Qiaofei also sat down close to him, her small hand gripping the hem of his clothes, looking up at him with admiration.

"Senior Su Ze, you were so cool just now! That Li Xinran was so proud, but you still made her submit!"

Yao Qingya silently poured a glass of water for Su Ze and handed it to him, saying softly, "Have some water."

In her heart, she felt a small sense of relief that Su Ze hadn't actually taken that Li Xinran in.

Otherwise... her own position in Su Ze's heart would probably be even lower.

Su Meier, meanwhile, was practically draped over Su Ze's back, her breath fragrant like orchids.

"Landlord~, if you really want her, Meier can help you tie her up and bring her here~. I guarantee she'll be obedient."

Only An Lan remained, standing quietly to the side like a shadow.

At that moment, Jiang Yuwan suddenly spoke in her cool tone.

"That woman is too proud. She won't be easy to subdue."

Suddenly, Su Ze narrowed his eyes slightly, a glint flashing within them, the corner of his mouth lifting.

"No fear, I've already made a decision."

"Since we can't add tenants right now anyway, we'll take it slow. By the way, speaking of which..."

He changed the subject, his gaze sweeping over Jiang Yuwan's cool, peerlessly beautiful face and her graceful figure as he asked with a smile,

"Your 'wound' should be almost healed by now, right?"

Jiang Yuwan's body instantly stiffened.

A captivating blush rapidly spread across her fair cheeks, her ears turning burning hot.

But she forced herself to remain composed, avoiding Su Ze's intensely invasive gaze. She pretended to be cool and nodded, her voice as faint as a mosquito's hum.

"...Mhm, it'll be fine tomorrow."