The Regal Hotel was the most luxurious hotel in this coastal city.
A global chain, five-star, enough to make most people hesitate. The grand hall's decoration made Lu Mingfei feel like a country bumpkin entering the city.
If it had been before, he might have felt nervous, afraid of doing something wrong and looking pitiful.
But since he had seen the magnificent 'Corpse Cathedral' in that dream, everything about him—his mindset, his experiences—had changed dramatically.
"Big brother, I'm happy to see your change." In a place where no one could see, the little devil was sitting on the fountain sculpture in the center of the hall, legs crossed, resting his cute chin on one hand, smiling. "You're much more likable now. Who knows, maybe Chen Wenwen will really fall for you like this~"
"Stop teasing me, Lu Mingze."
Looking at the mischievous little devil, Lu Mingfei sighed and whispered, "Chen Wenwen... If you hadn't brought her up, I might have forgotten about her."
"Heh, looks like the special training worked?" Lu Mingze asked with interest.
"Can you not bring up that training again?" Lu Mingfei shivered like he was allergic, trembling. "I never want to experience that special training again."
While chatting, a hotel attendant came forward, sizing up the plainly dressed young man.
Although confused, her excellent professionalism kept her from looking down on anyone, so she respectfully said, "Hello, is there anything I can help you with?"
"Hello, I'm looking for the conference hall on the executive floor." Lu Mingfei smiled and softly said, "I have an appointment to meet someone there. Could you please show me the way?"
The young man had a gentle appearance and demeanor, but beneath his soft tone, there was an undeniable authority.
Even though he was dressed plainly, his inner pride couldn't be hidden. The hotel attendant had seen many important people, including politicians, high-ranking officials, and business elites.
But none of them could compare to the boy before her. It was as if, by simply standing there, he was the center of the world.
After a brief moment of hesitation, the hotel attendant became more cautious and respectful, extending her hand to guide him. "Of course, please follow me~"
Executive Level, Conference Room.
Chen Wenwen, Su Xiaoqian, Zhao Menghua, Liu Miaomiao, and some students from Shilan Noble High School sat on chairs outside the conference room, waiting for their upcoming interview.
I almost forgot to mention, this was arranged by Cassell College. On the surface, they were inviting some students from Shilan High School to the Regal Hotel for interviews.
Those who passed would go to the United States. Of course, Lu Mingfei, who knew the truth, was well aware that this grand setup was all for him.
As for Chen Wenwen, Su Xiaoqian, Zhao Menghua, Liu Miaomiao, and the others, they were just the 'supporting characters' in this big show.
Lu Mingfei, who arrived last, naturally sat in the last chair, closed his eyes slowly, planning to rest for a bit.
After all, just two hours ago, he had barely escaped from a 'nightmare.'
"Hey, Lu Mingfei, why are you still wearing your school uniform?" Chen Wenwen looked at the somewhat 'disheveled' Lu Mingfei, raising her eyebrows slightly, speaking in a low voice.
However, Lu Mingfei kept his head down, as if he had really fallen asleep, and didn't respond.
"Lu Mingfei? Don't sleep, the examiner will be out soon!"
Chen Wenwen furrowed her brows, a little worried that it might affect her, so she elbowed the boy sitting next to her. "Where did you go last night? You didn't stay out all night again, did you?"
"Don't mind me, let me sleep for a bit."
Lu Mingfei didn't even lift his head, muttering.
"Trying to be nice and getting treated like this? Fine, I won't care about you anymore!"
Chen Wenwen huffed, turning her head away. She felt like the boy seemed a bit different, but couldn't quite put her finger on it—something about him had changed.
It was Zhao Menghua who couldn't stand it anymore. He had always had a bit of a crush on Chen Wenwen, and now seeing the 'goddess' being ignored by a 'loser,' he stood up from his seat, adjusted his newly bought branded suit, and walked toward Lu Mingfei with big steps.
"Zhao Menghua?"
Seeing Zhao Menghua flash by, Liu Miaomiao obviously froze for a moment.
Zhao Menghua walked over to Lu Mingfei's seat, stretching his neck like a proud swan, doing his best to show off the demeanor of a young nobleman.
He imagined himself as the mature and handsome figure in his mind, and spoke in a deep voice, "Lu Mingfei, aren't you being a bit rude? Don't you see Chen Wenwen is concerned about you?"
But unfortunately, Lu Mingfei couldn't be bothered to respond. In fact, he wasn't interested at all in arguing with a clown.
"Hey, Lu Mingfei, didn't you hear me?"
There was a 'goddess' sitting next to them, and seeing Lu Mingfei ignore him, Zhao Menghua's face turned red from embarrassment. His pride was hurt, and he raised his voice.
"You're so annoying. Are you a fly, Zhao Menghua?"
Lu Mingfei, unable to sleep due to the noise, scratched his head, looking at Zhao Menghua with a look of pure frustration. "If you want to show off, go do it somewhere else. I'm not interested in you or Chen Wenwen. Please stop shouting in front of me, okay?"
"You…"
Zhao Menghua's face turned even redder with anger as he shakily pointed at Lu Mingfei.
"Lu Mingfei, you've gone too far!" Chen Wenwen said coldly, joining in the attack. "Look at how messy you're dressed, and you're even sleeping! What if it affects the examiner's opinion of us? You never think about others, do you? You're so selfish, Lu Mingfei!"
"That's right, Lu Mingfei, you're too selfish!" Zhao Menghua, seeing an opening, grabbed it and wouldn't let go. "This is an interview for an elite academy. What's someone like you, dragging everyone's scores down, doing here? You don't even show respect for the interview! You should leave before you ruin our impression with the examiner!"
"Is that so?"
Lu Mingfei, too lazy to deal with them, fiddled with his ear with his pinky, looking completely indifferent.
"Lu Mingfei! Can't you stop acting like this? You're really making me hate you!" Chen Wenwen once again launched her big attack, her eyes shimmering with tears.
Whenever she made this expression in the past, Lu Mingfei would apologize, and she would have him do whatever she wanted.
"Lu Mingfei, look! Because of you, Chen Wenwen is crying!" Zhao Menghua took the opportunity to attack, staring at him with a menacing look. "Hurry up and apologize to Chen Wenwen, if you're still a man!"
Unfortunately, times have changed.
Lu Mingfei's gaze was indifferent as he looked at the two in front of him, who appeared like clowns. He said softly, "Can you two stay away from me? I'm allergic to idiots, thanks."
Upon hearing this, Chen Wenwen froze. The tears in her eyes stopped flowing.
The Lu Mingfei who used to obey her every word, who would try his best to fulfill any request she made, how could he have turned into this?
"Lu Mingfei!"
Zhao Menghua glared at him, shouting, "What did you say? Say it again if you dare!"
"Are you sick?" Lu Mingfei gave him a strange look, pulling at the corner of his mouth. "Didn't hear me? Do you need me to repeat? Stay away from me, idiot. Did you get that? Idiot."
Two "idiots" hit Zhao Menghua like heavy hammers, shattering his pride and face.
In front of the 'goddess,' not to mention with Su Xiaoqian present, how could Zhao Menghua, the young master, be called an idiot by nobody?
This was unforgivable.
"Lu Mingfei, you're looking for death!" Zhao Menghua was nearly driven mad, his eyes red, fist raised to strike him, still cursing maliciously, "No wonder no one wanted you since you were a kid. A useless mess like you, your parents probably the same—uneducated!"
"Zhao Menghua, don't do something stupid. This is..." Su Xiaoqian's face turned pale, she tried to intervene, but was stunned the next second.
Bang!!!
No one could quite see what happened.
They only felt a blur in front of them, followed by the entire corridor shaking. In the massive noise, Zhao Menghua was suddenly grabbed by the neck with one hand by Lu Mingfei, and slammed against the wall.
Hanging in the air by his throat, Zhao Menghua struggled desperately, kicking his legs wildly, trying to pry off Lu Mingfei's five fingers, but no matter how hard he tried, the youth's fingers were like iron claws, unmoving.
"You should consider yourself lucky, idiot."
Lu Mingfei's eyes were filled with cold killing intent, his voice as harsh as a steel blade. "Thank the law for saving you, or else I wouldn't mind taking that manure-filled brain of yours and feeding it to the dogs!"
Looking into the youth's indifferent, icy eyes, Zhao Menghua could almost smell death, and was so scared that he wet himself.
Is this really Lu Mingfei?!
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