Chapter 110: Chairman Song: Little Chen, What Do You Think of My Daughter?

Chapter 110: Chairman Song: Little Chen, What Do You Think of My Daughter?

Interview? No way.

The identity Zhao Zheng was currently assuming was fake!

The more he spoke, the more false information he might reveal.

Therefore, without a second thought, Zhao Zheng declined the journalist's request for an interview.

"I'm sorry, but I don't do interviews!"

The female journalist was visibly disappointed upon hearing this, but she dared not persist.

This wasn't Earth; this was the Beyond World!

A powerful Extraordinary Being with an exalted status—no journalist in their right mind would dare to pester such a figure after a clear refusal.

"Chairman Song, let's go!" Zhao Zheng said.

Chairman Song led Zhao Zheng into the transport plane.

After they found their seats, Chairman Song asked, "Little Chen, that was a perfect opportunity to make a name for yourself. Why didn't you want to do the interview?"

Zhao Zheng didn't hesitate to respond, "I'm not that interested in those things. Moreover, for us Extraordinary Beings, fame and fortune are fleeting. Only our own strength is the true foundation!"

Hearing this, Chairman Song couldn't help but nod in agreement, a look of contentment spreading across his face.

Modest, humble, clear-headed, and determined...

Chairman Song was growing more and more satisfied with this Chen Ye.

Soon, the transport plane carrying the two of them returned to the Association Building.

"Little Chen, it's already noon. Let's have lunch before you leave!" Chairman Song suggested, "How about we eat in the cafeteria?"

Zhao Zheng couldn't refuse such an offer.

After a moment of hesitation, he nodded in agreement.

Chairman Song immediately ordered the cafeteria to prepare two of their signature dishes for lunch.

A short while later, he led Zhao Zheng to the leadership private room in the cafeteria.

The dishes on the table might not have been as exquisite as those in a luxury hotel, but they made up for it with their aroma, appearance, and taste.

"Little Chen, don't be shy! It's just some home-cooked food. I don't have many requirements here, so eat up."

Chairman Song invited.

The private room was just for the two of them.

Zhao Zheng was indeed a bit hungry, so he said, "Chairman Song, in that case, I won't hold back."

"Don't call me Chairman Song," Chairman Song said with a smile. "Since you and my daughter are of the same generation, why don't you call me Uncle Song? It'll make us feel closer."

Zhao Zheng hesitated for a moment before replying, "Okay, Uncle Song."

Hearing "Uncle Song," Chairman Song laughed heartily.

"Haha, come, come, come, Little Chen, eat up..."

He personally served some dishes to Zhao Zheng and even poured him a drink.

Zhao Zheng felt a bit uncomfortable with all the attention.

It seemed like Chairman Song was being a bit too enthusiastic.

Zhao Zheng decided that as soon as he finished this meal, he would make his exit.

Noticing Zhao Zheng slowing down his eating pace, Chairman Song started chatting with him about personal matters:

"Little Chen, may I ask what your parents do for a living?"

"They're in business, running a small enterprise," Zhao Zheng replied casually. "Neither of my parents is an Extraordinary Being."

He wasn't lying.

His parents were indeed in business and weren't Extraordinary Beings.

Even his uncles weren't Extraordinary Beings.

Currently, in the entire Zhao family, there were only three Extraordinary Beings: the old master, the eldest cousin, and Zhao Zheng himself.

Chairman Song nodded, asking this question primarily to confirm the young man's family background...

Next, Chairman Song asked Zhao Zheng several questions about his family background, and Zhao Zheng answered each one truthfully.

Suddenly, Chairman Song asked, "Little Chen, what do you think of my daughter?"

This question caught Zhao Zheng off guard, but he quickly responded, "Uncle Song, everyone recognizes Haitang as the top freshman. Her excellence is well-known, and I don't need to elaborate further."

Chairman Song was pleased with Zhao Zheng's answer.

However, he still wanted to confirm, "Little Chen, what do you think of Haitang's appearance?"

"Is there even a need to ask?" Zhao Zheng replied without hesitation, "She's like a fish that sinks the fishing boat and a moon that eclipses the flowers. Haitang is the next time we meet, I'll have the courage to say she's the most beautiful girl I've ever seen."

Zhao Zheng wasn't sure if she was the most beautiful, but in this moment, he could only say as much.

"Good! Since that's the case, why don't you pursue Haitang?"

Chairman Song suddenly uttered a startling suggestion.

"Cough, cough..."

Zhao Zheng, who was drinking water at the time, choked on his drink.

He looked at Chairman Song in surprise, "Uncle Song?"

Initially, Zhao Zheng had thought that Chairman Song's enthusiasm might have been due to some favor he wanted to ask, but he never expected it to be about this.

"What's wrong, Chen? Do you have any concerns?" Chairman Song asked with a mischievous smile, "Or do you think Haitang is not good enough for you?"

"No, no, Fellow Student Haitang is so outstanding, it's me who's not worthy of her."

"Chen, I appreciate you, and I believe you'd be a perfect match for Haitang. So, I'll support you in pursuing her."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Zheng immediately spoke up, "But... I heard that Fellow Student Haitang already has a boyfriend! Even her Flame Fruit was given to her by her boyfriend! Their love story is all over the internet, and many young couples look up to them as an ideal couple!"

"It wouldn't be right for me to interfere..."

Chairman Song was, of course, prepared for this.

"Chen, I understand your concerns, but rest assured. Their relationship is not as you imagine. The reason my daughter has been teaming up with Zhao Chengwu is purely out of gratitude, fearing for his safety in the Spirit Realm. Once he safely passes through the tenth layer of the Spirit Realm, they won't continue as a team."

Hearing this, Zhao Zheng blinked and asked, "Chairman Song, is this Fellow Student Haitang's genuine opinion, or is it your personal speculation?"

Chairman Song replied, "This is what my daughter told me herself before she started school."

Zhao Zheng nodded, then asked, "Is there a possibility that after these months of getting along, they've developed deep feelings for each other?"

Chairman Song: "..."

This wasn't a possibility.

It had already become a fact!

The last time Chairman Song had probed his daughter, he found that her attitude towards Zhao Chengwu had changed.

However, Chairman Song was a clever man, skilled at wordplay, and immediately said, "This is what I'm most worried about, Chen. That's why I suggest you pursue Haitang, and I hope you can win her over."

Zhao Zheng couldn't help but ask, "Chairman Song, it seems you have quite a negative opinion of Zhao Zheng... May I ask why?"

Chairman Song shook his head, "No, I have no issues with Zhao Chengwu. On the contrary, I'm very grateful to him for giving the Flame Fruit to Haitang. If he has any requests, I'd do my best to fulfill them, even if it means going all out."

"But gratitude aside, as a father, my primary concern is my daughter's lifelong happiness! I can't just watch Haitang jump into a pit of fire!"

A pit of fire??

Well, well!

So, this is your take on it, huh?!

"Chairman Song, Zhao Zheng has been making a name for himself lately, and his strength is said to have reached the top tier among newcomers. How can he be considered a pit of fire?"

Hearing Zhao Zheng's words, Chairman Song shook his head again, "Chen, as an Extraordinary Being, you should understand the importance of Divine Abilities. An Extraordinary Being's Divine Ability is their true foundation."

Zhao Zheng couldn't agree more.

His Ultra Physiology not only made it easy for him to become stronger, but the abilities he activated were all incredibly powerful.

Steel Body and Super Strength provided him with immense enhancement.

Without these two abilities, with his current attributes, he would be a mere third or fourth-tier powerhouse.

"Zhao Chengwu's current success is entirely due to Haitang leading him in the Spirit Realm, where he gained a massive amount of Spirit Energy Points, which he used to boost his strength. But this doesn't change his fundamental flaws."

Chairman Song continued, "The gap between him and Haitang will only widen over time. On the path to becoming Extraordinary, Haitang will only get stronger, while he will eventually fall behind. Even if they force themselves to stay together, they won't be happy in the future."

"Moreover, watching Haitang grow stronger day by day, I fear he might experience a change in attitude, regret his initial decision, and develop a vengeful mindset. He might even harm Haitang!"

"This is what I fear the most!"

"After all, he's a man, and a man's pride is stronger than a woman's."

"Haitang is too young to consider these things. I worry she might make a hasty decision in the heat of the moment, something she'll regret later."

"So, Chen, I hope you'll pursue Haitang and help me correct her mistake."

These words were undoubtedly Chairman Song's most sincere thoughts.

As a father, was it wrong for him to think this way? Of course not!

But...

The person sitting in front of him was none other than Zhao Zheng himself!

How awkward!

Zhao Zheng couldn't help but speak up, "But the Flame Fruit originally belonged to Zhao Zheng!"

Hearing this, Chairman Song paused for a moment before sighing, "He shouldn't have used that Kryptonian Heritage Card, and he certainly shouldn't have embarked on the path to becoming Extraordinary with such a useless Divine Ability.

"If it were Haitang herself, she would definitely not use it and would choose to discard it instead."

Zhao Zheng argued, "Uncle Song, the Kryptonian Heritage Card is extremely rare in the Holy Land, and one could even say it's the rarest of talents. So far, including Zhao Zheng, there have only been three appearances. According to the saying that the rarer the talent in the Holy Land, the more powerful it is, who knows what astonishing talent the Kryptonian Heritage Card might be hiding? Many experts say so."

"What if Zhao Zheng discovers its potential in the future? Then your decision now would be letting Haitang miss out on a good man."

Upon hearing this, Chairman Song couldn't help but smile, "I'm the type of person who hates gambling on odds the most! Moreover, this concerns my daughter's happiness. I only have this one daughter, and she's more important than my life. I wouldn't let her gamble with her own happiness."

At this point, Zhao Zheng hesitated, wondering if he should take off the glasses and let this old man have a good look at who he really was! But after careful consideration, he abandoned the idea.

Although the old man kept expressing his gratitude towards Zhao Zheng, his words and attitude still revealed his prejudice against him! This old man looked down on Zhao Zheng's true identity!!

Out of safety concerns, Zhao Zheng decided to endure a little longer.

Furthermore, the old man had just finished berating him, and if he took off the glasses now, it would be a satisfying slap in the face, but it would also embarrass the old man.

After all, he was his future father-in-law.

Chairman Song's intentions were also for the well-being of Song Haitang.

Zhao Zheng didn't want to make things too awkward between them, as it would put Song Haitang in a difficult position. So,

Taking off the glasses now was definitely not the best choice.

After returning, Zhao Zheng would let Song Haitang find an opportunity to confess to her father, which was the best way to handle the situation.

...

Seeing Zhao Zheng's hesitation, Chairman Song, assuming that Zhao Zheng didn't want to interfere in his daughter's affairs, said, "Little Chen, consider it a favor to me. If you don't think Haitang is good enough, you can help me break them up. As long as you can do that, when Haitang grows up and understands things, she'll be grateful to you."

Zhao Zheng: "..."

Okay, okay! Old man, if you're going to say that, don't blame me for bullying your daughter!

"Uncle Song, you misunderstood. A talented girl like Haitang, who wouldn't be moved by her?"

Zhao Zheng said, "I was just thinking that Haitang and Zhao Zheng must have a great relationship now, and if I were to intervene, it would be difficult!"

Hearing Zhao Zheng's words, Chairman Song smiled, "Rest assured, I'll definitely support you... I'll send you a profile of Haitang's daily preferences later."

"That stubborn girl of mine is indeed stubborn, but she's also one to stick to her principles. Directly pursuing her would be challenging. So, I suggest you start with Zhao Zheng. For example, use a beauty strategy on him, causing him to make a mistake."

"As long as Haitang becomes disappointed in him, your opportunity will come."

"Additionally, whenever there's a chance, I'll help create opportunities for you to have some alone time."

...

Indeed, a father knows his daughter well.

What a pity, old man!

You've chosen the wrong person to worship!

You want me to use a beauty strategy on myself? How could you even think of that?

So, when I pursue your daughter, it's considered 'wooing under orders'? When I get her pregnant, don't you dare regret it!!

"Understood, Uncle Song, I'll give it my all!"

Zhao Zheng's words were firm and resolute.

Chairman Song smiled and patted Zhao Zheng's shoulder, "Go for it, Little Chen! I believe in you!"

...

Leaving the Association Building, Zhao Zheng declined Chairman Song's offer to drive him to the station and instead took a taxi on his own.

On the way, he used his phone to buy a train ticket, creating the illusion of his departure.

After getting off the taxi, he didn't enter the station but instead walked into a nearby mall.

He wandered around the mall, intentionally avoiding surveillance cameras, and finally hid in a fitting room...

When he emerged from the fitting room, he had returned to his original form.

The glasses that could alter his appearance were with him.

Then, he took another taxi back to the city and headed home.

(End of Chapter)

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