msmithbooks Chapter 105: Finally Becoming a [Formal Warlock]
Chapter 105: Finally Becoming a [Formal Warlock]
Zhang Lingyun said:
"I promised the con artist that I would take care of you and your daughter. Of course, I will find a way to ensure that you two have enough to eat and wear."
Aunt Ding suddenly laughed.
He reached out and straightened Zhang Lingyun's collar.
She said softly:
"You're better than that man, more responsible. It seems Shuangshuang's life will be better than mine."
Zhang Lingyun felt a little embarrassed and took two steps back.
But Aunt Ding suddenly paused for a moment.
Because she saw a deliberately placed lip print on Zhang Lingyun's collar.
Aunt Ding's eyes darted around.
I immediately guessed the reason behind it.
This outfit was clearly changed this morning, which means Zhang Lingyun has another girl in her family.
Aunt Ding gently bit her lower lip.
I feel that my daughter's opponent is also a formidable girl.
She deliberately left a lip print just to assert her dominance.
After saying goodbye to Aunt Ding, Zhang Lingyun went to Lan Ruoxi's office.
Lan Ruoxi was packing her things.
Zhang Lingyun came in.
She immediately became lazy.
Lan Ruoxi instructed:
"Pack Master's luggage."
Zhang Lingyun frowned, feeling that she had arrived too early.
But he had no choice but to bend over and get to work.
Lan Ruoxi sat comfortably in her office chair.
I sipped my goji berry tea from my thermos while reading today's news summary.
Lan Ruoxi asked:
Has there been a terrorist attack in the commercial street outside the school?
Zhang Lingyun carefully chose his words and said:
"It's not exactly a terrorist attack; it's more like a factional struggle."
Lan Ruoxi nodded and then said:
"The Divine Kingdom organization seems to have quieted down recently."
Zhang Lingyun, however, reminded him:
"Master, we must not let our guard down. This may just be the calm before the storm."
Lan Ruoxi nodded and said:
"I see."
After Zhang Lingyun finished packing his things, he asked:
"Master, where are you planning to go?"
Lan Ruoxi said:
"I have to go on a business trip to the Dongxing Space Research Institute to attend a seminar on the 'Gate of the Spirit World'."
Zhang Lingyun quickly asked:
"What will I do while you're gone?"
Lan Ruoxi lay back in the chair.
She then used her long, slender toes to playfully twirl her high heels.
"Just go to class as usual. I'm only going away for a few days, nothing will happen."
When he said this...
Her shoe fell to the ground with a thud.
Zhang Lingyun quickly went over, picked up the shoes, and slowly put them back on her feet.
Zhang Lingyun said:
"Master, you don't know. If I don't see you for a day, I can't even enjoy my food."
Lan Ruoxi tactically drank water.
She felt that this rebellious disciple was becoming increasingly adept at sweet talk.
All the flattery I did before was for business purposes.
The filming is getting increasingly outrageous; they're practically treating her like an innocent young girl.
However, Lan Ruoxi was not angry.
Perhaps it's because she was a lonely, gifted young girl in her youth.
No one ever wanted to get close to her, and no one ever said such sweet words to her.
So now she's totally falling for this.
As the saying goes, "The regrets of childhood often require a lifetime to make up for."
That's roughly the idea.
After Zhang Lingyun helped Lan Ruoxi put on her shoes.
They placed their two feet side by side together.
Then he glanced at her straight calves and gently smoothed out the wrinkles on her stockings.
He suddenly felt that those long legs were almost sacred, like works of art.
Looking at his apprentice's focused gaze.
Lan Ruoxi crossed her legs, feeling a little embarrassed.
The stockings made a rustling sound as she swayed.
Zhang Lingyun suddenly said:
"Master, it feels a bit monotonous."
Lan Ruoxi was completely baffled by what was said:
"What do you mean by monotonous?"
Zhang Lingyun said:
"Why don't you wear an anklet? That would accentuate your ankles."
Lan Ruoxi coughed lightly and said:
"I won't choose."
Zhang Lingyun pinched her ankle to roughly measure its size.
"Then when you come back, I'll give you one."
Lan Ruoxi fell silent.
I wonder what she's thinking.
But his face still maintained its usual cold arrogance.
Then, she slowly asked:
"Hey kid, do you want something from me?"
Zhang Lingyun gave an awkward smile and said:
"Master, what are you saying? I just wanted to express my filial piety."
Lan Ruoxi pouted.
Although she had never eaten pork, she often saw pigs walking.
A man being so attentive must be hoping for something in return.
She simply doesn't know what this rebellious disciple is up to.
Zhang Lingyun felt that it was about time.
Seeing that his master was in a good mood, he honestly told him the truth.
"I heard that the commercial street outside is all owned by the Golden Rose Society."
Lan Ruoxi nodded:
"That's right. What do you want to do?"
Zhang Lingyun said:
"I've got my eye on a coffee shop and I want to buy the whole thing."
Lan Ruoxi frowned slightly:
"Why buy it? You can just keep renting it."
Zhang Lingyun explained:
"I'm a person who prefers stability. I only feel at ease when I have something in my own hands."
Lan Ruoxi frowned and said:
"But it would cost a lot of money to buy it."
Zhang Lingyun said:
Money is not a problem.
Lan Ruoxi looked at Zhang Lingyun with a puzzled expression.
She had also looked at the apprentice's information and felt that he came from an ordinary middle-class family.
I don't know why he speaks with such arrogance.
Zhang Lingyun quickly stepped forward and gently massaged her master's legs.
"Master, please grant my request. I've been serving you so diligently; this shows how much I care for you."
When you get old, I can use that little coffee shop to support you in your old age.
Lan Ruoxi lightly kicked him and scolded:
"Get lost. You might not even outlive me."
Just at this time.
The office door was suddenly pushed open.
Bai Lu barged in impetuously:
"Master, I..."
Then she saw this scene and an embarrassed look appeared on her face.
Bai Lu quickly said:
"I...I'll come back later, you guys go ahead with your work."
A snap.
The door was closed again.
Lan Ruoxi clicked her tongue:
"Let me go!"
But Zhang Lingyun persisted shamelessly:
"Master, please say yes."
Lan Ruoxi said helplessly:
"Okay, okay, I promise you."
Zhang Lingyun then stood up, satisfied.
Having lived two lives.
Zhang Lingyun felt that she had made great progress.
He already has different plans for dealing with different women.
Even a cold and aloof woman like Lan Ruoxi can now be won over by him.
Looking back on his previous life, if he had had such methods earlier, he would have become the company's top salesperson long ago.
Lan Ruoxi suddenly stopped what she was doing and carefully examined Zhang Lingyun.
Lan Ruoxi suddenly asked:
"Has your [Magic Power] increased again?"
Zhang Lingyun was slightly taken aback:
"Master, how did you find out?"
While surprised, Lan Ruoxi couldn't help but say with a hint of pride:
"That's called experience."
Zhang Lingyun quickly echoed:
"Master, you truly deserve to be called a genius! With your insight and experience, I could never catch up even if I studied for another hundred years."
Lan Ruoxi was completely overwhelmed by the flattery.
But she still subconsciously pulled out the [test card].
The card immediately emitted the distinctive green fluorescence characteristic of uranium-235.
Zhang Lingyun instinctively stepped back:
"Master, is there no need to test anymore?"
Lan Ruoxi pondered for a while, then suddenly stood up.
Zhang Lingyun was secretly delighted.
They thought they had finally escaped this time.
But Lan Ruoxi said:
"Then let's not take the test here, let's go to the Golden Rose Club to take the test."
Lan Ruoxi has thoroughly tasted the joy of showing off in front of others.
The last time we tested Zhang Lingyun's "magic power," everyone in the guild was so shocked they made funny faces.
She had already developed a taste for the exhilarating feeling of being the center of attention.
So this time, she made the same request again.
Zhang Lingyun had no choice.
With a long face, he could only follow Lan Ruoxi.
When the two arrived at the Golden Rose Club.
There were quite a few sorcerers and witches in the hall processing their quests.
Seeing Lan Ruoxi bring Zhang Lingyun in.
Many people took the initiative to greet him.
Lan Ruoxi sat down on the rosewood chair and took out the [test card].
She gestured with her chin toward Zhang Lingyun:
"Stand still."
Zhang Lingyun stood there helplessly.
Lan Ruoxi raised her hand and placed the card on his forehead.
A green light instantly shone.
The numbers on the card started jumping wildly.
People around gathered around out of curiosity.
"Vice President, what are you doing?"
"Are we going to test your [magic power] again?"
"It's only been a short time, and we have to test again?"
"Won't I really get radiation sickness?"
Amid the murmurs of the crowd...
The number on the card suddenly broke through the 200,000 mark.
The final result was "205000".
The entire hall fell into a deathly silence.
Everyone stared wide-eyed and gasped in shock.
You should know that 200,000 is an insurmountable barrier that many people can't cross in their entire lives.
Once you exceed 200,000, you're no longer a half-baked "Apprentice Warlock".
Instead, he became a true "official warlock," which is basically equivalent to passing the civil service exam.
Zhang Lingyun's rapid progress was truly unexpected by everyone.
This is only the first semester of my freshman year.
In other words, it has been less than a year since he awakened to become a [formal warlock].
This speed not only broke the record in Green Island City, but it is probably among the fastest in the world.
I could hear my colleagues gasping for breath.
Lan Ruoxi felt incredibly comfortable.
Even the little toe inside the high heel is cutely sticking up.
She coughed lightly and said, feigning humility:
"It's nothing, the kid just got lucky. I didn't teach him much, he just liked to learn on his own."
Perhaps Lan Ruoxi rarely puts on airs like this.
Therefore, her humble words sounded particularly deliberate.
It makes you want to slap her face.
However, considering Lan Ruoxi's strength at the level of the "Great Witch".
Everyone reluctantly held back and echoed their sentiments.
"Not at all, Professor Lan teaches very well!"
"A good teacher produces outstanding students!"
"If it were a different teacher, we wouldn't have made such rapid progress!"
Lan Ruoxi was even happier to be flattered.
She then said with a smile:
"I'll be going on a business trip for the next few days, so please take good care of him."
Now that he's a [formal warlock], we should find him some suitable tasks.
Since it's a joyous occasion in public...
Everyone readily agreed.
Zhang Lingyun quietly tugged at Lan Ruoxi's sleeve.
He whispered a reminder:
"Master, there's also the matter of the coffee shop."
Lan Ruoxi was in high spirits and nodded happily.
Then, the person in charge of assets was summoned, and Zhang Lingyun's idea was explained.
Lan Ruoxi added:
"Don't give me any special treatment, just pay the current market price."
"I understand, I understand!"
The person in charge readily agreed.
However, considering Lan Ruoxi's feelings, he still gave her a discount.
Finally, the transaction price was set at ten million.
Zhang Lingyun felt that the price was quite reasonable.
Moreover, he had prepared ten million in cash in advance to buy the [Body Tempering Technique] auxiliary magic potion.
But because it was a trap set by the [God Kingdom Organization], he didn't spend a single penny of those ten million.
Now, I'll take out this ten million and buy a coffee shop.
Anyway, it's relatively easy for Zhang Lingyun to make money now.
His concept of money is also completely different from that of his previous life.
His current thoughts are very simple:
Money is worthless, we can always earn more if we lose it.
The wind blows the eggshell away, signifying the loss of wealth and the loss of peace.
***
After everything was settled, Zhang Lingyun returned to campus and breathed a long sigh of relief.
Then, he saw Gao Yuanfan and Zhuang Wenwen pass by.
Zhuang Wenwen's eyes lit up, and she wanted to strike up a conversation with him.
But Zhang Lingyun quickly lowered his head, pretending not to see.
Gao Yuanfan felt annoyed whenever he saw Zhang Lingyun.
Thinking about the tens of thousands of yuan he had lost before, he was even more furious.
He quickly pulled Zhuang Wenwen aside and said:
"Wenwen, let's go get a coffee."
Then the two of them left, still showing off their affection.
Just as Zhang Lingyun was about to breathe a sigh of relief, someone suddenly grabbed his shoulder.
Wang Dong suddenly appeared and said:
"Don't cry, bro! So what if you got cheated on? I'll buy you bubble tea!"
Zhang Lingyun elbowed him:
"Get the hell out of here! How many times have I told you, I have nothing to do with Zhuang Wenwen."
Wang Dong chuckled and asked:
"Who was that girl who climbed into your bed in the infirmary last time?"
Zhang Lingyun frowned.
I wondered if this guy was born in the Year of the Dog.
Why are your ears so pointed?
The school doctor made a joke last time, and this guy overheard it and has been teasing him about it every few days ever since.
Wang Dong tugged at him twice more:
"Let's go, let's go get some milk tea!"
Zhang Lingyun tugged at him, pulling Wang Dong back two steps.
Wang Dong was greatly surprised:
"Wow! Old Zhang, how did you get so strong? You used to be no match for me when we arm wrestled."
Zhang Lingyun said:
"Stop talking nonsense, let me buy you coffee."
Wang Dong was startled:
"Brother, what are you trying to do? I can understand why Gao Yuanfan invited Zhuang Wenwen for coffee. But you inviting me for coffee... I'm a little hesitant to think about it."
Zhang Lingyun turned and left:
"Stop your fucking nonsense, if you don't want to drink, then forget it."
Wang Dong quickly caught up:
"Drink! Drink! I'll drink anything that's free!"
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In terms of spending power, college students are definitely among the most affluent.
Because they're not spending their own money, they don't feel any pain at all.
To show off his good taste, Gao Yuanfan boasted about the proprietress of this restaurant:
"I heard that the owner of this place used to be a potion maker, and her hand-drip coffee has a unique flavor."
Zhuang Wenwen wasn't listening attentively; her mind was still on Zhang Lingyun.
The welcome bell on the door rang.
Zhang Lingyun and Wang Dong walked in and sat down right next to them.
When Gao Yuanfan saw this, he felt like he had swallowed a fly.
He really couldn't understand why these two poor boys were here instead of going to drink milk tea.
Is this something they can afford?
To show off his high-class taste, Gao Yuanfan ordered the most expensive civet coffee, which cost 1,800 yuan a cup.
Then, smugly, he looked at Zhang Lingyun at the next table.
Wang Dong was startled and quickly pulled Zhang Lingyun back:
"Brother, don't argue with him! I can't really enjoy a cup of coffee that costs 1800 yuan."
Zhang Lingyun hadn't planned to order anything anyway, so he went along with the plan:
"Oh! For your sake, brother, I won't stoop to his level. You can order a couple of drinks."
Wang Dong flipped through the menu and ordered two regular lattes.
After a while—
Ding Wanrou brought two cups of coffee to Gao Yuanfan's table.
Then, she saw Zhang Lingyun next door and winked at him.
Wang Dong paused for a moment, then said:
"This woman is so pretty."
Zhang Lingyun came to her senses.
I was thinking, "Do you lack maternal love?"
Then, he solemnly warned him:
I advise you not to overthink it.
Wang Dong was somewhat unconvinced:
"What kind of brother are you? Why do you always put others down? Maybe she just likes to date me, this young and inexperienced guy."
"Come on, after you finish your coffee, take a piss and look at yourself in the mirror."
Gao Yuanfan sipped his coffee while glancing sideways at them, looking for an opportunity to provoke them.
Ding Wanrou returned quickly, bringing two exquisite lattes.
Zhang Lingyun stood up and said:
"Auntie, I have something to tell you."
Ding Wanrou nodded, gesturing for him to go to the back room.
Then--
The two of them went inside and closed the door with a click.
Wang Dong was at a loss for what to do.
I was wondering what was going on.
How come Lao Zhang is so charming?
The coffee shop owner was easily won over?
Zhuang Wenwen frowned and gritted her teeth in resentment.
She felt that all the women in the world could get close to Zhang Lingyun, but she was the only one excluded.
Gao Yuanfan was completely puzzled.
I wondered what kind of coffee Zhang Lingyun had ordered.
Is this kind of service even available?
Why don't I have it?
***
After the two people went into the inner room.
Zhang Lingyun then spoke:
"I've already finalized the deal; I've bought this coffee shop in full."
Ding Wanrou's hand trembled suddenly, and the coffee spoon fell into the plate.
Ding Wanrou said in surprise:
"You must be quite wealthy."
Zhang Lingyun smiled:
"Ten million is just a small amount of money."
Ding Wanrou asked again:
"So, I'll have to pay you my rent from now on?"
Zhang Lingyun shook his head:
"No need for that. I bought this coffee shop so that you could have a better life."
Ding Wanrou's eyes widened:
"Really? If there's no rent, then my daughter and I will be living a very comfortable life."
Zhang Lingyun smiled and promised:
"Don't worry. As long as our contract remains in effect, you can use this cafe for free forever."
Ding Wanrou was very excited.
Her voluptuous body pressed against him, exuding a mature and alluring charm.