Jin Chen's expression was even stranger than Lu Luo's!

He lifted his own hand and took a glance. Yes, he was doubting whether his gear had malfunctioned.

Energy pulse hand cannon—this was something that could unleash a Fourth Tier level attack.

Although he had only intended to teach Lu Luo a lesson and hadn't used his full strength, the other party hadn't even flinched, had they?

"Is it broken? I just requested it from my family; it couldn't be, could it?"

As Jin Chen was muttering, Lu Luo had already placed his hand on Jin Chen's palm.

"Your name is Jin Chen?"

"What, want to fight?"

Jin Chen held his head high. Although he wasn't as tall as Lu Luo, he couldn't afford to lose in terms of momentum.

"Do you like Bai Yuetong?"

"Yeah, Bai Yuetong and I are childhood sweethearts, playmates who grew up together since we were little."

For some reason, the moment Jin Chen mentioned childhood sweethearts, the image that popped into Lu Luo's mind was a pile of hair!

At this moment, you're thinking of Qin Wanyu, aren't you? Is this the true nature of a perv?

Bullshit!

Quickly dismissing the thought from his mind, Lu Luo slightly increased the pressure on Jin Chen's palm.

"Well, let me thank you for the care and companionship you've given Bai Yuetong over the years. By the way, I should tell you that from now on, Bai Yuetong is my woman. We're all adults here, so it's better to keep a certain distance in the future. Go back to your Inner Ring and be the big young master; it's quite dangerous outside with all the Exotics around!"

Hearing Lu Luo's words, Jin Chen felt an infuriating sense of embarrassment. What does he mean Bai Yuetong is now his woman! Impossible!

Jin Chen wanted to take action, but found that his pulse hand cannon had been completely crushed by Lu Luo! Yet his palm hadn't been hurt at all. The strength and control over it were terrifying!

Do I really want to fight? I don't think I can win. Jin Chen felt a bit intimidated.

Lu Luo once again flashed a harmonious smile at the two!

"So, can you apologize now?"

Lu Luo had never launched an attack on the two because he didn't want to cause a confrontation with the Council families, especially not with two of them at the same time. He needed to stand up for his employees but couldn't afford a real substantive conflict with the opposition. That was the tricky part. Therefore, Lu Luo had been subjecting the two to verbal pressure. He was hoping they would make the first move so he could retaliate, which would be completely justified.

Under pressure, Jin Chen and Luo Feng exchanged glances.

As expected, Luo Feng suddenly made his move. His hand chop aimed straight for Lu Luo's throat, while Jin Chen pulled out a short stick and poked it towards Lu Luo's abdomen.

BANG!

Luo Feng's fingertips pressed against Lu Luo's throat, but his nails had split open, and it hurt. Having failed to break through the opponent's defense and injuring himself instead was too embarrassing to admit. So, even though it was painful, he had to hold back the tears.

"UGH!"

But Jin Chen was faring much better; the short stick was firmly lodged into Lu Luo's stomach. It was evident that this was also a special piece of equipment because it emitted an energy pulse upon contact with Lu Luo's belly. It even made a hole in Lu Luo's clothing.

But Lu Luo's body still didn't move!

You've been hit by an energy pulse attack. Your Constitution + Armor trait has immunized you against this attack.

Lu Luo, motionless, absorbed both of their attacks, then turned his head to look at the employees of Circle Studio who were watching the excitement.

"They made the first move; you all saw that, right?"

"We saw it, Brother Luo!" someone immediately responded.

"Yes, it was them bullying people!"

Having received the confirmation from his employees, Lu Luo nodded satisfactorily, then turned to look at the people who had come with the two men.

"They started it; you must have seen it too, right? This shirt cost me 58,000, and it's been ruined by this guy Jin Chen; you all saw that, right?"

Well done, you've got over twenty shirts, huh? Turning twenty into 58,000?

The bodyguards following the two men also felt very awkward. It was true that Luo Feng and his companion had started the fight. However, they were the bosses, and the bodyguards needed to make a living, after all. Moreover, the moment Lu Luo opened his mouth, it was 58,000, which was indeed quite excessive.

"If you don't speak, I'll take it as your consent!"

As soon as Lu Luo's voice fell, his momentum had already undergone a sudden shift.

But the moment he moved, Jin Chen and Luo Feng were immediately pulled back by someone.

A fist emerged between the two, blocking Lu Luo's punch!

THUD!

The dull impact caused the floor to tremble slightly, an invisible aura ring echoing between the two men.

The person who blocked Lu Luo was an average-looking individual, but his strength, however, had gained Lu Luo's acknowledgement. He was certainly much stronger than Luo Feng and Jin Chen!

Zhang Yifan's brow was furrowed tight. Lu Luo's strength was significantly higher than what the reports had suggested! In the Fourth Tier, he was already considered a top expert, but the punch from Lu Luo had given him the feeling that it wasn't even thrown with full force! The opponent's power was so immense that his arm was still somewhat numb.

This Lu Luo must have a steam state. Has his normal state already reached this level? The assessment of Lu Luo's strength and potential probably needs to be adjusted. Such a person is no longer just a talent issue.

Zhang Yifan, retracting his fist, immediately revealed a smile.

"Mr. Lu Luo, good to meet you. My name is Zhang Yifan. I am Mr. Luo Xuemin's security advisor. I deeply apologize for the actions of the two young masters just now. However, we did not come to cause trouble today, but to seek a discussion, Mr. Lu Luo."

Zhang Yifan looked straight ahead but slightly bowed his head, a gesture indicating a weaker position.

Seeking a discussion? Lu Luo was actually interested in understanding the Inner Ring's thoughts, especially a powerful Inner Ring family like the Luo Family. And, regarding Bai Yuetong's situation, she was, after all, the daughter of the Luo Family, and that fact couldn't be changed. This was also the reason Lu Luo hadn't made a move against Luo Feng thus far!

"What would you like to discuss?"

"It concerns Miss Bai Yuetong and your relationship, as well as your relationship with Miss Qi Xinzhu. Of course, there's you as well. Let's find a somewhat quieter environment."

Lu Luo frowned slightly, but still nodded, leading Zhang Yifan into an independent office on the second floor.

"We shouldn't be disturbed here. You can speak frankly."

"The following matter is of great importance. Please provide me with an accurate answer, Mr. Lu Luo. This concerns how the Luo Family will treat and support you and Miss Bai Yuetong in the future."

Lu Luo really wanted to say that once he became powerful enough, he wouldn't need any support. But considering the influence of the Inner Ring Council families, Lu Luo decided against this thought!

"Speak. I will consider it seriously."

"Have you and Miss Qi Xinzhu already started a relationship? You should know what I mean by 'started a relationship'."

Lu Luo was about to deny it, but after thinking it over, he realized that denying it served no purpose. His relationship with Qi Xinzhu was, indeed, something he intended to make public. He couldn't just let Qi Xinzhu return to the Church, so there was no need to hide their relationship. The reason it wasn't public yet was mainly out of consideration for Bai Yuetong's feelings. He hadn't yet figured out how to have a serious talk with Dumb Hair.

"Yes, I am now together with Qi Xinzhu. It's not public merely because I don't want Bai Yuetong to be too upset."

Zhang Yifan nodded, his expression not particularly good.

"Although we had anticipated this, hearing you admit it still feels somewhat unbelievable. Priestess Qi Xinzhu is very popular within the Church; her influence in the Inner Ring is much more significant than in the Wasteland. So, for you and for us, this is not exactly good news. Do you understand what I mean, Mr. Lu Luo?"

"I understand."

"That's good. Mr. Lu Luo, you are greatly talented, and our Luo Family values potential highly. However, the 13-member council has its own rules, and our Luo Family's influence cannot stray too much from them, like openly supporting a Fourth Ring person. This visit, bringing the two young masters along, was a necessity, as they could provide the best cover for our discussion!"

Hearing what Zhang Yifan said, Lu Luo finally understood the reasons beneath the surface. Using two prodigal troublemakers to mask the true purpose of their trip? It seems the restrictions on the Luo Family are quite substantial.

"Please continue!"

Zhang Yifan nodded with a smile.

"Our optimism about Mr. Lu Luo is definitely reflected. For instance, in the time Miss Bai Yuetong has been at Circle Studio, our Luo Family has not created any obstacles for you. We haven't made any aggressive moves to take the young lady away either. So, Mr. Lu Luo, have you felt the goodwill of our family?"

The situation Zhang Yifan described was indeed true. When Dumb Hair previously settled down in Circle Studio, he also had concerns about potential problems, such as targeting by the council families. But as time went on, Lu Luo realized they weren't being targeted. Moreover, Luo Shan expressed his support for him quite clearly and taught him many covert operating methods. At that time, he had already sensed the ambiguous attitude of the Luo Family.

"I have felt your goodwill. So, what is the purpose of your visit this time?"

"The Family Head, Mr. Luo Xuemin, misses Miss Bai Yuetong very much and would like to see his daughter. After all, Miss Bai Yuetong is the apple of the Family Head's eye, his beloved daughter. As a father, he hasn't seen his own daughter for a long time. This request isn't too much, is it?"

A father wanting to see his daughter, what could be excessive about that? So, Lu Luo couldn't find any fault with it.

"Indeed, it's not excessive. But is seeing Bai Yuetong your only purpose?"

"Of course it's not that simple! As I mentioned before, our Luo Family is one that places great value on potential. Even without a noble birth, one can still be valued in the Luo Family, just like myself. Mr. Lu Luo's talents and potential are astounding, so our Family Head also wants to meet Mr. Lu Luo. It could be a risky investment, or perhaps just a conversation between a prospective father-in-law and son-in-law."

"Is it to the Inner Ring?"

"Yes, the Inner Ring!

This person bears no hostility. From the state he has shown so far, it is all goodwill. His heartbeat and blood flow are very steady. No problems.

Zhang Yifan's meaning was quite apparent. Luo Xuemin's real intention was to meet him. If this request had been made in the past, it might have been seen as excessive. Because his impression of the Inner Ring had always been hostile. There was even a time when he thought of the Inner Ring as a place full of dangers. But the current Lu Luo had some ability to protect himself, and besides hostility, he was curious about the Inner Ring—like the true core of the Dawn Church and the real Constitution Guard Corps. Of course, most importantly, the Dawn Disc! If he could see the Dawn Disc, perhaps many things would become clear.

Ultimately, Lu Luo nodded.

"I can agree to your request, but we need to wait a while. The environment in the Fourth Ring is too chaotic right now; I need to stabilize the order here first."

"Of course, the stability of the company is naturally very important! We Luo Family also have high hopes for the Circle Studio that Mr. Lu Luo has established! There's no need to rush to the Inner Ring. Just give us a definite response within three months."

"Okay, definitely."

...

While Lu Luo and Zhang Yifan were engaged in deep conversation, Bai Yuetong, who heard the noise, had already come from the third sub-floor to the first.

As soon as she went upstairs, Jin Chen immediately responded.

"Yuetong."

"Scram!"

"Got it."

Bai Yuetong then looked towards Luo Feng.

"Luo Feng, what are you doing here?"

"Why can't I come? If I hadn't, you might have been whisked away by some wild man from the Fourth Ring by now. That's too much! He even wanted to hit me just now!"

Luo Feng was still shaken by Lu Luo's earlier action. He's practically a humanoid Exotic Species!

However, Bai Yuetong simply curled her lip, knowing full well the extent of Lu Luo's strength. If he had really wanted to hit Luo Feng, no one here could have stopped him. In this generation of the Luo Family, there wasn't a character of astonishing talent, not even her elder brother Luo Shan. Without a top-tier talent, it was obvious the Luo Family would choose to align with another channel that possessed such potential. For instance, Lu Luo!

Although Bai Yuetong extremely disliked family, marriage alliances, and the messy affairs at home, dislike didn't mean she didn't understand—she was very clear about it. The reason Luo Feng and the others came was precisely for Lu Luo.

If it's Lu Luo we're talking about, sacrificing for the family doesn't seem all that bad! It's just that Qi Xinzhu... she's so annoying...

Dumb Hair started to daydream, but soon after, Lu Luo and Zhang Yifan came up the stairs.

Upon seeing Bai Yuetong, Zhang Yifan immediately bowed in greeting.

"Miss, the Family Head misses you very much. Please come back for a visit when you have time."

Bai Yuetong's expression turned complex, eventually nodding her head.

"I know."

"Then we shall take our leave first, Miss. Please get along well with Mr. Lu Luo."

"EH!" Bai Yuetong was stunned!

In a certain sense, Zhang Yifan's attitude represented her father's attitude. Did Zhang Yifan's words mean... he approved? Fully approved?

"I'll take my leave now, Miss."

Zhang Yifan left with Jin Chen and Luo Feng, declining Lu Luo's offer to see them off.

However, just before Zhang Yifan walked away, he whispered to Lu Luo:

"Lastly, I must remind Mr. Lu Luo—when it comes to women, be fair and even-handed."

Lu Luo was startled, then quickly nodded his head.

"Of course."

"No, Mr. Lu Luo, you might have misunderstood my meaning! My meaning is, Mr. Lu Luo, you're moving a bit slow. Since you've already come this far, why not take it a step further?"

Huh? Lu Luo was surprised. Did Luo Xuemin also think this way? Is he really just handing over his daughter?

"Is this your own perspective, or the perspective of Councilor Luo?"

"Is there a difference? Mr. Lu Luo, you should know that it's not only the Luo Family that can interfere in your relationship. So sometimes, moving faster is not a bad thing—for you, for the Luo Family, for the Miss."

After finishing, Zhang Yifan left with the others, leaving Lu Luo standing there in thought.

Apart from Councilor Luo, the only other person who could interfere with my relationship with Bai Yuetong is Bai Qingshuang, the Judgment Chief of the Church. Bai Qingshuang, whether in terms of power, strength, or status, was far superior to Councilor Luo. In a way, Bai Qingshuang already stood at the pinnacle of the Wasteland Alliance. If she was the one interfering, then the relationship between me and Bai Yuetong is more than likely doomed.

But right now, I haven't even explained the issue with Qi Xinzhu to Dumb Hair. To force things now... I really can't bring myself to do something so unconscionable! How can I create an opportunity for a more intimate advance? It's so difficult!

All afternoon, Lu Luo pondered over these matters. Neither Bai Yuetong nor Qi Xinzhu disturbed Lu Luo at this time.

Unable to figure things out, Lu Luo went to find Han Shiyu, who was on duty at the school hospital that evening.

Teacher Han is a senior, and she is independent of both Qi Xinzhu and Dumb Hair. So he hoped to get an answer from Teacher Han—there was absolutely no other intention!

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