The Beautiful Boss's Personal Bodyguard

By the time he returned to the rental building, it was past ten at night. The moon was hidden and stars were sparse, the surroundings quiet, with few pedestrians on the streets.

Wu Xu had run all the way back, and although he had been running for more than an hour, he remarkably didn't feel very tired and he barely sweated, which made Wu Xu marvel at his own physical strength and endurance. It seemed that after the electric shock ordeal in the afternoon, his body had undergone an incredible transformation. Not only could his eyes scan others for life fortunes, but he had also become a Superman-like existence with seemingly limitless energy.

Swinging his fists, Wu Xu felt that he could kill a cow with a single punch. No wonder earlier just a light swing shattered a small stool! Shit, he really had become a freak.

However, this kind of change was good, as it brought a lot of conveniences to his life, and occasionally allowed him to show off. Delighted, Wu Xu went back to his rented room, washed up, and went to bed.

Speaking of which, after a busy day, Monday was coming, and it was time to go to work at the university. He was just a sports assistant borrowed by the school from the city sports hall. With two days off per week, he already had it quite comfortable.

But the school was nice, with lots of cute girls around, making work quite enjoyable too.

Junshan University was a century-old institution in Junshan City. Although it wasn't as famous as Tsinghua University and Peking University, it was still a school with deep heritage and a strong academic atmosphere.

As a sports assistant for the school, Wu Xu's task was to assist the PE teachers, guide a variety of sports activities, and occasionally help the city sports hall identify students with athletic talent. His job was quite easy, with good benefits, and he got to see all sorts of pretty girls. From time to time, he could even sneak in some flirtatious touching, which made Wu Xu quite content, lost in the pleasure, and not even caring if he didn't return to the city sports hall.

Arriving early in the morning at Junshan University's sports office, various ordinary staff members had already arrived.

"Assistant Wu is here!" Seeing Wu Xu, the sports office staff all greeted him warmly and with smiling faces.

Although Wu Xu had already experienced this kind of welcoming attitude for a week, he still felt a bit embarrassed. Yet, he couldn't help but reflect that in the eyes of common folks, anyone associated with the government seemed high and mighty.

Like himself, affiliated with the city sports hall—an imposing title, but in truth, he was not any remarkable figure nor a significant official. He was just a trainee assistant who had been at the sports hall for over two years and still hadn't been officially appointed.

At the moment, however, Wu Xu felt a bit smug inside. After all, it wasn't often one got to be called a king amongst monkeys. Might as well enjoy it while it lasts, as once Junshan University finds another sports assistant, he'd have to return to his old status—fawning and flattery as a miserable underling.

"Assistant Wu is here, how was your weekend?" A voluptuous woman in her thirties with a somewhat coquettish face approached Wu Xu, her big watery eyes almost speaking for themselves, making Wu Xu feel a surge of warmth early in the morning.

Wu Xu was already quite familiar with this woman. On his first day, she had taken the opportunity to grab his hand and flirt, touching enough to satisfy herself, and in the following days, Wu Xu learned her name: Liu Yanyan, reputedly the wife of a deputy head teacher at Junshan University and known as the top socialite among the faculty families, temporarily serving as the head of the Junshan University sports office. Rumor had it that Liu Yanyan had an affair with the vice-president of Junshan University, and her husband's position as class head was obtained through Liu Yanyan's willingness to cozy up to the vice-president.

Although Wu Xu found the rumours rather unreliable, after a few days, he noticed that Liu Yanyan was indeed an unchallengeable figure in the sports office. Her words were taken as orders, no staff dared to object or underestimate her.

"Hehe, thank you for your concern, Director Liu. The weekend was alright," Wu Xu responded with a smile, though inwardly he sighed at the misfortunes he had actually encountered.

Liu Yanyan flirtatiously flicked her long hair from her forehead and smiled charmingly, "That's good to hear. Assistant Wu, you're up so early, you probably haven't had breakfast yet, right? How about I treat you to breakfast?"

Wu Xu's heart skipped a beat, instantly on guard! What's she up to? I'm a pure young man; just walking a round with you on campus can tarnish my reputation!

"What's the matter? Assistant Wu, do you look down on me?" The smile disappeared from Liu Yanyan's face, her big eyes shimmering with moisture, making her seem pitiful and hurt.

Feeling awkward after being called out on his thoughts, Wu Xu chuckled and said, "That's not the case at all. I am indeed hungry, but I'll cover the bill for this meal. How could I let the lady pay when we go out to eat?"

Liu Yanyan's mood brightened as if the rain had cleared, her face blossoming like a flower. For a moment, Wu Xu was so stunned by her beauty that he thought to himself, no wonder she has such a big reputation. She really has what it takes.

"But I can't allow that. I live on campus, so I'm the host here. Since I've said it's on me, I insist on paying. If Assistant Wu feels bad about it, you can treat me to a big meal next time!" Saying that, Liu Yanyan threw him a flirtatious look, which made Wu Xu a little overwhelmed, prompting him to turn his head away.

Junshan University campus fast-food restaurant is a new addition over the past two years. It has transformed the previously substandard college dining option by offering delicious and attractive food from various cuisines, with a multitude of choices. Although slightly pricier, it attracted a significant number of returning students.

When Wu Xu and Liu Yanyan entered the fast-food restaurant, there were already many students having breakfast. They shot strange glances towards Wu Xu, who was with Liu Yanyan, the well-known beauty of Junshan University.

Although Wu Xu kept his expression neutral, he inwardly let out a wry smile. He had expected this reaction. Ah, if only my heart could be a bit harder.

However, Liu Yanyan was used to being the center of attention. She smiled at Wu Xu and asked, "Assistant Wu, what would you like to eat?"

"One century egg and lean pork congee, please," Wu Xu replied.

"That's too little! You came from the city gymnasium—you train hard and burn a lot of calories. How can you eat so little? Or are you trying to save money for your 'big sis'?" Liu Yanyan said as she confidently headed to the order counter.

Wu Xu was speechless. She already assumed the role of 'big sis'—what's next, an 'older god-sister'?

"Hey! Assistant Wu, you're here too," came a surprised voice.

Wu Xu looked around and his eyes lit up. The person approaching was Guan Xiaoyun, a simple yet elegant girl with an unassuming beauty that reminded you of a water lotus when she smiled. She wore a pristine white dress, her hair tied back, looking at him with such joy that she seemed like the Lotus Fairy stepping right out of a painting.

A strange ripple stirred in Wu Xu's heart, and just as he was about to greet her warmly, he fell silent.

Behind Guan Xiaoyun emerged the fierce He Jiali, whose icy gaze mercilessly fell upon Wu Xu, chilling the warmth in his heart as if it were melting snow.

Shit! Does she have to be so ferocious? I haven't done anything to you! Why are you looking at me with eyes full of vengeance as if I've killed your father?

"Xiaoqing, don't talk to just anyone. Some people have ulterior motives," He Jiali lived up to the nickname Wu Xu secretly gave her, "tyrant tiger." As soon as she spoke, her words carried a fierce sarcasm.

Wu Xu raised an eyebrow but managed to suppress the irritation bubbling within him. After all, he was a man and shouldn't start a quarrel with a female student out in the open—the consequences would not be in his favor.

Coming to Junshan University as an assistant was an opportunity that Chen Gao, the coach from the city gymnasium, had fought hard to secure for him. If he did well, there was a chance to become a permanent staff member; if not, just completing the secondment and returning to the sports center would mean a definite promotion. It wouldn't be worth jeopardizing his future over a small matter.

Moreover, upon hearing He Jiali's insult, Guan Xiaoyun immediately frowned and pulled at He Jiali's sleeve, defending Wu Xu, "Jiali, how can you say that? I think Assistant Wu is quite nice!"