59: The Situ family's kindness and Wang Chen's resentment

Dongling No. 1 High School's sports field.

Facing the praise of the Dongling City Mayor and Principal Li, Wang Chen just nodded politely.

Such insincere flattery was not worth his happiness.

“I'll just follow the arrangements of the leaders and the Principal.”

After saying a meaningless platitude, Wang Chen's gaze began to move through the crowd.

Soon, at the back of the crowd, he saw his mature and steady homeroom teacher.

“Teacher Li Xia!”

He greeted her, a sincere smile on his face.

All this time, this teacher had taken good care of him, and on the day of the job transfer ceremony, among all the people around, only Li Xia genuinely cared about him and did not look down on him or disdain him for becoming a Giant-Beast Master.

Instead, she encouraged him and helped him secure the initial funds to purchase a Beast Pet.

Wang Chen was sincerely grateful to this benevolent teacher.

“You… you really did it!”

Walking through the crowd, Li Xia looked at the boy in front of her, who seemed to be radiating light, her eyes a little dazed.

Over the three years of high school, she had personally witnessed Wang Chen start from nothing, without relying on his father or family background, step by step, reaching where he was today through his own diligence and hard work.

But even though she had always firmly believed that Wang Chen was her most proud and satisfactory student, she had not anticipated that this boy could reach such a height.

Provincial top scorer!

Although the results had not been officially released yet, Wang Chen's score was already well-deserved!

For a moment, thinking of the efforts Wang Chen had put in over the years finally bearing fruit, Li Xia's heart couldn't help but ache.

It was truly not easy!

“Teacher, with my score, it shouldn't be a problem for you to get an excellent rating this year, right?”

Looking at Teacher Li Xia, who was lost in thought, Wang Chen asked with a smile.

Hearing this, Li Xia put away her sentimental emotions and congratulated him softly, “Congratulations, Wang Chen, you've achieved the goal you've always pursued.”

“And thank you, my performance bonus this year has been maxed out.”

As she spoke, Li Xia patted Wang Chen's shoulder, a heartfelt smile on her face.

“The college entrance examination is over, and I'm sure you're eager to share your results with your parents. I'll treat you to a meal another day.”

“Then it's settled.”

Wang Chen nodded.

His beautiful homeroom teacher was treating him to a meal, and he felt a little excited.

Next, the people around, sensing Wang Chen's lack of enthusiasm, offered a few words of congratulations and then returned to the viewing platform.

However, after such a Prodigy like Wang Chen appeared, their interest in the performance of other candidates had become somewhat dull and uninteresting.

Waving goodbye to Teacher Li Xia, Wang Chen prepared to leave the school to find his parents.

But as soon as he took a step, a tall figure blocked his way.

“Wang Chen, congratulations!”

Situ Haonan spoke with a somewhat serious expression.

“Thank you, Guardian Sir.”

Hearing this, Wang Chen thanked him politely, then looked at Situ Haonan with some curiosity.

He still respected Situ Haonan, partly because of his Rank 4, 120-level strength, and partly because he was Situ Yu's biological paternal uncle.

Across from him, Situ Haonan nodded.

He was very satisfied with Wang Chen's attitude, which was completely different from when he faced the Dongling City Mayor and Principal Li.

This young man is very sensible!

“Mm!”

After a moment of contemplation, Situ Haonan said solemnly, “Wang Chen, you have won honor for our Dongling City in the college entrance examination grand competition. On behalf of myself and the Situ Family, I have prepared some gifts for you.”

“A total of two hundred million gold coins and an A-rank skill book!”

“The gold coins will be transferred to your card shortly, and as for the skill book, I will arrange for someone to deliver it to you tomorrow.”

Hearing Situ Haonan's words, Wang Chen's eyes trembled slightly.

Good heavens!

Two hundred million gold coins and an A-rank skill book right off the bat?

The Situ Family truly lives up to its reputation as Dongling's number one wealthy family, they're so rich!

“I never thought I'd be able to fleece the Situ Family one day. I wonder if Situ Yu will go crazy when she finds out?”

Thinking playfully to himself, Wang Chen did not refuse Situ Haonan.

At this moment, he was worth such an attempt to win him over, and accepting it would also put Situ Haonan at ease.

“Thank you, Guardian Sir. This junior will accept it without further ado.”

“However, for the skill book, you don't need to arrange for someone else; just have Situ Yu bring it over. She knows where my house is.”

Cupping his hands, Wang Chen respectfully thanked Situ Haonan.

“Mm.”

Seeing Wang Chen accept, Situ Haonan nodded with satisfaction.

But then, he felt that something was not quite right.

Have Situ Yu bring it to you?

And she knows where your house is?

When did your relationship become so good?

It hardened!

His fist hardened!

Situ Haonan looked at Wang Chen with a strange expression, his mouth twitching.

Although this kid's talent was extraordinary and his future prospects were limitless, it seemed like he had a tendency to steal his family's prized cabbage. Perhaps...

It's better to just get rid of him!

“Guardian Sir, I have something else to attend to, so I'll be leaving now. See you around.”

Sensing that the atmosphere was a bit off, Wang Chen darted away in a flash.

If he stayed any longer, he felt his life might be in danger!

...

When Wang Chen walked out of the school, the crowd outside immediately noticed him.

“A candidate came out so quickly?”

“My goodness, how much time has passed? He must have failed the Secret Realm Dungeon challenge.”

“This child is so broad-minded; he's still smiling so happily after failing!”

“This young man is so handsome. It's okay if he doesn't get into university; relying on his looks will probably make him better off than us!”

“...”

A series of uncertain and surprised voices rose, and many people looked at Wang Chen with sympathy.

When Ice Purity in her combat form appeared on the giant screen earlier, no one had noticed him on her back.

So, at this moment, it seemed to them that Wang Chen coming out of the Secret Realm Dungeon so quickly clearly meant he had failed the challenge.

However, Wang Chen paid no attention to the surrounding discussions. The college entrance examination grand competition was not over yet, and it wasn't time for the results to be announced. Even if he explained, no one would believe him.

Instead, it was better to let them be; tomorrow's official Ranking will be more powerful than any words.

“Chenchen, over here.”

As he walked out, Wang Chen heard a familiar voice. He turned his head and saw his mother waving at him.

“Mom, why are you two joining such a crowd…”

Walking over, Wang Chen hadn't finished his sentence when his parents grabbed him, one on each side.

“You tell me honestly, is Ice Purity really a Dragon?”

Pulling him to a secluded corner, Wang Father and Wang Mother secretly asked.

“Of course!”

Hearing this, Wang Chen rolled his eyes.

“Really?”

The two elders looked at the little adorable creature on their son's shoulder and were stunned.

That was a Dragon!

They simply couldn't connect the noble creature they had seen earlier with the cute little Ice Purity.

The difference was just too great!

“I told you two a long time ago, but you didn't believe me!”

“Hurry home, I'm hungry!”

Seeing his parents' dazed expressions, Wang Chen felt a little sour.

They're really my parents. I just came out of the Secret Realm Dungeon, and you two aren't even asking about my results; you're only concerned about Ice Purity.