Chapter 75: Phoenix Fruit Power User!

Chapter 75: Phoenix Fruit Power User!

"There's a bounty on me?" Zhao Zheng exclaimed, his eyes lighting up with excitement.

"Who has such good taste?"

Initially, Zhao Zheng had assumed that only Song Haitang was the target of a bounty.

To his surprise, someone had placed a bounty on him as well? This made him feel somewhat 'valued.'

His classmates, noticing his reaction, asked curiously, "Zhao Zheng, I thought you lived off-campus. Aren't you worried?"

"Of course I'm worried!" Zhao Zheng replied.

But his expression showed no trace of concern.

"By the way, how much is the bounty on me?" Zhao Zheng inquired further.

This was a matter of great importance to him.

His classmate, upon hearing this, gave him a strange look. After some thought, he opened his phone, searched for something, and then handed it to Zhao Zheng.

"You can see for yourself!"

Zhao Zheng took the phone and saw that many netizens were discussing him on a forum.

The first comment read: "Damn! Guys, you won't believe this, but I saw a bounty for Zhao Zheng on the Dark Web!"

The second comment: "Is this for real? Is he even worth a bounty?"

The third comment: "Hey, that's a bit harsh, bro. He's been with the goddess twice and earned 700 Spirit Energy Points!"

The fourth comment: "I just want to know, how much is the bounty on Zhao Zheng?"

The fifth comment: "Two million dollars!"

The sixth comment: "Two million dollars? Haha, that's hilarious... First time seeing such a low bounty on the Dark Web."

The seventh comment: "Can't stop laughing! Song Haitang's bounties start at a hundred million, and the highest one reached a billion. Zhao Zheng's is just in the two million range."

The eighth comment: "Haha, that price suits that guy!"

...

There were many more comments, but Zhao Zheng didn't feel like reading further.

He was furious at the moment! The bounty amount of two million was an outright insult.

In this world, the value of the US dollar was similar to that of the Chinese yuan.

The Federation, once a global superpower, had long since lost its dominance.

To think that someone wanted to take his life for just two million? It was an insult!

He was an Extraordinary Being, not an ordinary person.

Even if the target was an ordinary person, two million for a life was still a low offer. Those with some status would fetch a higher price.

"Zhao Zheng, although the bounty is low, don't take it lightly!"

Seeing Zhao Zheng's grim expression, his classmate thought he was scared. He suggested, "Why don't you move back to the school dormitory?"

Zhao Zheng: "..."

Ding-a-ling-a-ling!

Just then, the class bell rang, providing a brief respite for Zhao Zheng.

Teacher Chu entered the classroom right on time.

His gaze swept across the room, noticing that twenty more students were absent. Teacher Chu felt a deep pain in his heart.

This was Teacher Chu's first time teaching a class, and he valued each student.

Once he became more experienced, he would likely become more indifferent.

Soon after, Teacher Chu's gaze settled on Zhao Zheng.

"The rest of you, go to training... Zhao Zheng, come with me!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Teacher Chu led the way out of the classroom.

Zhao Zheng was a bit puzzled but quickly got up and followed Teacher Chu.

...

Outside the classroom.

Teacher Chu looked at Zhao Zheng and said, "The principal returned last night and asked to see you this morning. I'll take you to him."

Zhao Zheng was taken aback and asked as they walked, "Why does the principal want to see me suddenly?"

"I'm not sure, but it's probably not bad news."

Teacher Chu explained, "Your performance in the Spirit Realm with Song Haitang has caught the attention of many big shots. Although you were just a side note, you've still garnered some interest."

Zhao Zheng: "..."

Teacher Chu didn't notice Zhao Zheng's expression and continued, "The principal's decision to meet with you at this time is likely to offer you a reward."

Zhao Zheng nodded and asked, "Are all these unfamiliar security guards at the school sent by the higher-ups?"

"Yes! Ever since the warrant appeared on the dark web, the security at Zhenwu University was immediately replaced by the higher-ups, and several exceptionally powerful individuals were dispatched as Guardians, hiding in the shadows."

Teacher Chu spoke, "All of this is to protect Song Haitang."

"Such a grand gesture?" Zhao Zheng exclaimed in surprise.

He knew that the higher-ups valued Song Haitang, but he never expected such a high level of importance.

Teacher Chu hesitated for a moment before saying, "I also feel that the higher-ups are overreacting. It's as if they see Song Haitang as a last resort, fearing any mishaps that might befall her."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Zheng's heart stirred.

If his previous guess was correct, and something was devouring the sun, then the higher-ups might truly view Song Haitang as the world's salvation...

"Remember to be polite when you meet the principal!"

In the 16191 bar, I looked and found no mistakes!

Teacher Chu reminded Zhao Zheng, "Our principal is a Beastkin and a Phoenix Fruit Power User. In terms of overall strength, he ranks within the top thirty nationwide. He's incredibly powerful!"

...

A moment later, they arrived at the principal's office.

Teacher Chu knocked on the door and entered first.

Zhao Zheng waited outside, hearing Teacher Chu's respectful voice from within:

"Principal, my student Zhao Zheng is here."

"Let him in!" a gentle voice called out.

Teacher Chu then returned to the outside and led Zhao Zheng into the office.

The principal's office was spacious!

Zhao Zheng had been to the vice principal's office before, and this one was significantly smaller.

At that moment, inside the principal's office, there were already quite a few people.

In addition to the vice principal and some other leaders, Song Haitang and Teacher Shen were also present.

As Zhao Zheng entered the principal's office, his gaze immediately turned to the principal sitting behind the desk.

Because he was curious about what a "Phoenix" Devil Fruit Power User in this world would look like.

He had initially assumed that the principal would be a bespectacled middle-aged man.

After all, the original character, Mal, had a very distinct personality, which subconsciously influenced Zhao Zheng's judgment.

When he finally saw the principal in person, Zhao Zheng realized that the principal was quite different from what he had imagined.

In appearance, the principal was a clean-shaven, middle-aged fat man with a perpetual smile, looking very kind.

There was no aura of strength about him; he seemed quite ordinary.

If the principal were placed on the street, passersby would likely think he was a businessman, not associating him with an Extraordinary Being.

"Good day, Principal!" Zhao Zheng greeted with a tone of respect.

He had previously learned about Zhenwu University's principal and knew that this principal had repeatedly supported the Beyond-Border Battlefield, slaying countless enemies, and was a Battle Hero.

Such a figure deserved his respect.

"Good, young man! You look energetic!" The principal smiled and said, "Take a seat over there."

Hearing this, Zhao Zheng sat down beside him.

Then, the principal looked at the others, "You all can get back to work now!"

The vice principal and the others understood that the principal wanted to speak to Zhao Zheng privately, so they all stood up and left the office.

This included Song Haitang and Teacher Shen.

As Song Haitang stood up, Zhao Zheng gave her a questioning look, hoping to find out why the principal wanted to see him.

The girl's response was a smile! The two of them were now in perfect sync.

Zhao Zheng immediately understood that the principal's summons were for something good.

...

(End of Chapter)

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