NOVEL NEXT Chapter 1388: Best Friends!
Upon hearing Murong Fang's terms, Zhou Yu fell into deep thought.
If it's really as Murong Fang said, then this Ancient Spirit Land is not so easy to reach.
Especially since he presently doesn't have the Martial Pavilion behind him, relying on his strength alone to deal with so many Hidden Sects and Top Families is certainly challenging.
However, this Jiulong Pavilion may not be wholeheartedly committed to helping him.
If there's truly an Immortal Pavilion within this Ancient Spirit Land, Zhou Yu doesn't believe Jiulong Pavilion wouldn't be tempted.
This matter, to put it bluntly, is all about mutual exploitation, and in the end, it's about who has the more clever tactics.
Thinking about this, Zhou Yu nodded and said:
"Okay."
"I agree to this transaction."
"Hahaha, that's great."
Murong Fang laughed aloud and extended his hand, looking at Zhou Yu.
"Minister Zhou, may we have a pleasant cooperation!"
Zhou Yu shook his hand briefly and then took his leave.
Before leaving, Murong Fang specifically escorted Zhou Yu to the door and whispered:
"Minister Zhou, let me share an extra piece of information with you."
"This upcoming Broken Bridge Festival will be very lively."
"If Minister Zhou enjoys lively events, you absolutely can't miss it."
After speaking, Murong Fang said no more.
Zhou Yu didn't ask further questions and soon left.
...
Nightfall.
An upscale bar in Hang City Center.
At this moment, Bian Shanshan and Zhang Dan were at the bar's entrance.
Zhang Dan urged Bian Shanshan to go in, but Bian Shanshan kept looking around, seemingly waiting for someone.
Zhang Dan was a bit anxious and said:
"Shanshan, what are you waiting for?"
"Are more friends coming?"
Bian Shanshan shook her head.
"I don't know if he'll come; I forgot to tell him the address."
Zhang Dan was taken aback.
"Is it that scumbag from earlier today?"
Bian Shanshan glared at her.
"Dandan, he's not a scumbag; he's my father's friend."
Zhang Dan pouted with disdain and said:
"A scumbag is a scumbag; he certainly knows your character, so he started with your parents."
"I'm telling you, you're definitely being deceived, and your parents too."
"When you go back tomorrow, you must warn your parents not to trust this scumbag."
"Alright, Young Master Li must be getting impatient."
"Let's go in first."
With that, Zhang Dan forcefully pulled Bian Shanshan inside.
Bian Shanshan, helpless, entered the bar, realizing she didn't leave Zhou Yu her phone number nor notify him of the evening's gathering location.
Likely, Zhou Yu wouldn't make it.
Bian Shanshan followed Zhang Dan inside, feeling somewhat disappointed.
After entering and weaving through the crowd, they arrived at the second floor of the bar, in front of the largest open booth.
Currently, the booth was filled with a group of young people, a dozen or so in total.
Sitting in the center was a tall, six-foot-three, extremely handsome young man.
Upon seeing Bian Shanshan and Zhang Dan arrive, this young man immediately smiled warmly, stood up, and walked over.
"Bian Shanshan, hello."
"I've heard your name for a long time, and finally seeing you in person today is truly my honor."
At this moment, Zhang Dan quickly introduced:
"Shanshan, this is Li Yuan; he's our student council president."
Afterward, Zhang Dan looked at Li Yuan and said with a smile:
"Young Master Li, our Shanshan doesn't usually visit places like this, so please take good care of her today."
Li Yuan laughed heartily.
"Don't worry."
"Come, Shanshan, sit here."
Actually, Bian Shanshan felt a bit resistant; despite spending years abroad, she wasn't very fond of nightclub and bar environments.
She looked at Zhang Dan beside her and whispered:
"Dandan, I'm not very comfortable in this environment; I want to go out for some air."
But Zhang Dan wouldn't take no for an answer, firmly pulling Bian Shanshan's hand and seating her beside Li Yuan.
"It's okay!"
"You're here now, just relax and you'll get used to it."
"These are all our classmates; it's a good chance to get to know them."
"If you leave now, it'll be embarassing for me."
Hearing this from Zhang Dan, Bian Shanshan had no choice but to nod reluctantly.
"Alright."
Just then, Li Yuan had already brought over two glasses of wine.
He handed a glass each to Zhang Dan and Bian Shanshan, saying:
"I asked the best bartender here to make these specially for you, give it a try."
Zhang Dan, without hesitation, took the glass and tasted a sip.
"Wow, this is delicious."
"Shanshan, try it."
Bian Shanshan helplessly took a small sip and then said:
"Thank you; I... I'm not good at drinking."
"Sorry."
After saying that, Bian Shanshan put down her glass.
She truly wasn't lying; just that small sip made her cheeks start to turn rosy.
Seeing this, Li Yuan immediately felt a strong urge.
He leaned over to Bian Shanshan, placing one hand directly on her shoulder, and said:
"Shanshan, you know what?"
"Actually, I've noticed you since your first day at school."
"No girl has ever moved me like you have; you're the first."
"Today I asked Dandan to invite you because I wanted to tell you in person that I like you, be my girlfriend."
His words immediately caused an uproar among the people nearby.
"Say yes!"
"Say yes!"
Bian Shanshan never expected that meeting Li Yuan for the first time, he would confess to her and make advances.
She immediately pushed away Li Yuan's hand and said:
"Sorry, I... I already have someone I like."
With that, she got up to leave.
But Zhang Dan held onto Bian Shanshan tightly.
"Shanshan, why are you in such a hurry?"
"Let me tell you, Young Master Li is an exemplary youth in our school; many want to be his girlfriend but don't get the chance. I'm giving you this opportunity because we're close friends."
"You can't miss this."
By now, Bian Shanshan was already a bit angry.
"Dandan, did you know about this long ago and deliberately tricked me into coming?"
At this moment, Zhang Dan was still pretending, laughing.
"Oh, don't be mad; I'm doing this for your own good. Look, Young Master Li is perfect in every way."
Bian Shanshan was furious; she shook off Zhang Dan's hand and said:
"Move."
Then she tried to force her way out.
But suddenly, Li Yuan grabbed her arm, and, with a pull, Bian Shanshan lost her balance and fell right into Li Yuan's embrace.
At once, the surrounding people began to cheer.
"Congratulations, Young Master Li!"
"Young Master Li is no longer single!"
"Haha, today's on you!"
Holding Bian Shanshan, Li Yuan laughed and said:
"No problem."
At that moment, Bian Shanshan was burning with anxiety, desperately trying to push away Young Master Li, but utterly incapable of breaking free.
"Let go of me... help..."
However, her cries for help were almost inaudible in the noisy bar.
Li Yuan looked down at Bian Shanshan in his arms, teasingly said:
"Shanshan, relax, as my woman, you'll have anything you want!"
Then he boldly reached out, excitedly aiming for Bian Shanshan's chest.
But at that moment, his arm was suddenly grabbed by someone.
At the same time, a cold voice came.
"Let her go!"