Chapter 75: That's Best
Chapter 75: That's Best
Lin Quanliang's last words before leaving left Jiang Cheng stunned in his tracks.
Senior Apprentice Brother Xiao...
That guy whom he didn't take a liking to from the first glance.
Indeed, he had intentionally kept his distance from Senior Sister Bai to avoid trouble.
However, fate had other plans, and the events of yesterday brought the two closer together, even leading to his family staying in her house in the outer borough.
What Senior Apprentice Brother Xiao would think upon learning of this was as obvious as guessing with one's toes.
"Forget it, thinking won't help. I'll face whatever comes my way."
Jiang Cheng shook his head.
Even if he and Bai Wei were just friends, would he have to explain himself to others if there were romantic feelings involved?
He glanced at Lin Quanliang, who immediately noticed and smiled at Jiang Cheng.
Jiang Cheng could only smile back in response.
In his heart, he thought, "To earn others' respect, strength is the only way."
One by one, the other senior members also made their way upstairs.
As they passed by Jiang Cheng, they all addressed him as 'Jiang Shidi' with a completely different attitude compared to the previous days.
The entire second floor was filled with a harmonious atmosphere.
Until one person appeared.
Xiao Yuanqing.
He strode forward with a gloomy expression, heading straight for the group of chatting members.
"Greetings, Senior Apprentice Brother Xiao," they said, taking the initiative to greet him.
However, Xiao Yuanqing seemed not to have heard them, his eyes fixed on Jiang Cheng, "You, come with me."
The group immediately realized what was happening.
Recalling yesterday's events, they all felt a sense of relief for Jiang Cheng.
Jiang Cheng also felt an invisible pressure.
Even in public, the other party was acting this way. If they were alone, who knew what might happen?
"Hmm?"
Xiao Yuanqing took two steps forward and turned around, seeing that Jiang Cheng hadn't moved. His face grew even gloomier, "Didn't you hear what I just said?"
"Are you talking to me, Senior Apprentice Brother Xiao?"
Jiang Cheng came out of his daze.
"What else could it be?"
"I'm sorry, Senior Apprentice Brother Xiao, I was a bit distracted just now," Jiang Cheng apologized with a smile.
"But if you have something to say, it's better to say it here."
Xiao Yuanqing was taken aback.
He hadn't expected Jiang Cheng to dare defy him.
However, with several people around, he couldn't do much.
Lin Quanliang and the others exchanged glances, silently moving aside to give the two some space. They could probably guess what Xiao Yuanqing was about to say.
The two stood facing each other.
The difference was that Xiao Yuanqing's face was gloomy, while Jiang Cheng forced a smile.
After a while, Xiao Yuanqing spoke, "I've already heard about yesterday's incident. I'm warning you to stay away from Senior Sister Bai from now on. A toad can't eat swan meat, understand?"
"I think you've misunderstood, Senior Apprentice Brother Xiao."
Jiang Cheng remained calm, "I don't have any intentions towards Senior Sister Bai. Yesterday, the Wild Wolf Gang was causing me trouble, and it just so happened that Senior Sister Bai came across it, so she helped me."
If Senior Sister Bai, Senior Apprentice Brother Zhao, and Senior Apprentice Brother Zeng all possessed secret martial arts, then Senior Apprentice Brother Xiao must have them as well.
Therefore, Jiang Cheng didn't want to offend him, as his current strength was still weak.
"That's best."
Upon hearing this, Xiao Yuanqing seemed to feel slightly better.
"Remember my words. Stay away from Senior Sister Bai, and don't have any contact with her. Moreover, don't even sit in the same vehicle."
Xiao Yuanqing glared at Jiang Cheng and left.
He had come to warn Jiang Cheng.
"He's truly shameless."
Jiang Cheng watched as the other person left.
He didn't bother reasoning with him; it was pointless.
With people like this, they'd only listen to you if your fists were bigger than theirs.
Fortunately, there was still some time before Granny Chen Sao returned, and he could figure out the details later.
As soon as Xiao Yuanqing disappeared at the staircase, Lin Quanliang and the others surrounded Jiang Cheng.
"Jiang Shidi, is it about Bai Shijie?"
"What did he say? Did he warn you to stay away from Bai Shijie?"
"It's definitely that. I think Xiao Shixiong is a bit excessive in doing this."
"What's excessive?"
Suddenly, Bai Wei's voice echoed behind them.
Not only Lin Quanliang and the others, but even Jiang Cheng was startled.
"No, nothing."
"Good morning, Bai Shijie. The weather is nice today."
"I just remembered that I was halfway through my stance training. I'll go back and continue." She quickly left.
Bai Wei looked at Jiang Cheng, "I think I heard you talking about me."
"I'm not too sure either."
Jiang Cheng scratched his head in confusion, "I just got here, and I didn't hear anything. You appeared right after, Bai Shijie."
"Oh."
Bai Wei gave him a meaningful glance.
"I didn't realize that Jiang Shidi isn't an honest person either."
After saying this, she turned and walked towards the staircase.
"..."
Jiang Cheng smiled bitterly.
What does being honest or not have to do with this?
Firstly, he couldn't bring himself to say it out loud. After all, this was different from being threatened by the Wild Wolf Gang.
Secondly, even if he did say it, it probably wouldn't help.
A few minutes later, Sun Xiaoli finally arrived, and as she passed by Jiang Cheng, she greeted him enthusiastically. As the only female among them, she naturally became the center of attention, and the other members surrounded her.
When the time reached 9 o'clock, Zhao Xiangyu appeared.
"Zhao Xiangyu!"
"Zhao Xiangyu, good morning!"
Everyone greeted him.
"Good morning, Zhao Xiangyu!"
Jiang Cheng also approached. Today, his main sparring partner was this person before him.
Zhao Xiangyu could see what Jiang Cheng was thinking and smiled, "Jiang Shidi, your staff technique is impressive. You even earned Zeng Shixu's praise. You know, Zeng Shixu doesn't praise people easily, so you've piqued my curiosity. How about it, Jiang Shidi? Shall we spar?"
"Then I'll have to ask for Zhao Xiangyu's guidance." Jiang Cheng laughed.
"Zhao Xiangyu, after you finish sparring with Jiang Shidi, spar with us too."
Someone eagerly suggested.
"Sure, let's go together. Let's put on our protective gear first."
Zhao Xiangyu smiled.
Soon, everyone was geared up.
Zhao Xiangyu's weapon of choice was a single blade, which naturally put him at a disadvantage against Jiang Cheng's double sticks. Even though his knife technique had reached the expert level, he only managed an even match against Jiang Cheng.
This scene left Lin Quanliang and the others stunned.
They never expected that Jiang Shidi, using double sticks, could hold his own against Zhao Xiangyu?
Were they still asleep? Or was this an illusion?
Sun Xiaoli's eyes sparkled with amazement.
Initially, she thought Jiang Cheng was unremarkable. Even if he wasn't outstanding in appearance, his quiet and reticent personality made him the most boring kind of man. But now, she realized he had a steady and reserved character, hiding his true abilities.
Even his sweet potato roasting skills were far superior to ordinary people.
(End of Chapter)
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