Xuan Lang said slowly, "I want to compete for the top position in the family and become the actual power holder of Tianxuan Group."
Wei Ping nodded and asked, as if not quite understanding, "Then what does Gu Ya have to do with it? And what does it have to do with the girls in the class?"
Xuan Lang gave a wry smile and said, "Because Gu Ya stood in my way."
"I originally thought he was a small pebble that could be easily tossed aside. But when I went to pick it up, I discovered a large stone buried in the soil."
"And it was an extremely ugly stone."
Wei Ping understood his words even less and retorted, "Are you saying Gu Ya is hiding something?"
Xuan Lang said very seriously, "Gu Ya is someone sent by Hexi Group."
Wei Ping frowned and listened intently.
In Wei Ping's heart, although she wasn't sure if Xuan Lang was telling the truth, she tried her best to convince herself to believe him.
"According to my investigation, Hexi Group had Gu Ya undergo plastic surgery, forged his identity, and falsified his academic records. All of this was to prevent me from becoming the head of the Xuan family," Xuan Lang said quietly, with his head lowered.
Wei Ping couldn't believe it and asked, "But why? What does Hexi Group have to do with you?"
Xuan Lang smiled and said, "My sister married Quan You of Hexi Group."
"Quan You?" Wei Ping had never heard this term before and was very confused.
Xuan Lang nodded and said, "Quan You, as the name suggests, is the next actual power holder being cultivated by Hexi Group."
With that explanation, Wei Ping finally understood. It was the struggle for power and property between wealthy families.
And Xuan Lang, in order to protect his family's assets, had no choice but to get involved in the conflict.
"I can't believe Gu Ya has this identity!" Wei Ping suddenly felt angry. Everyone in Class A had been toyed with by Gu Ya.
Xuan Lang said, "A man's weakness is a woman. I want to find a suitable girl to approach him, find his leverage, and eliminate him!"
"This person must appear to be an inexperienced weakling, someone who can lower his guard, but who is actually backed by the powerful Xuan family," Xuan Lang said.
Wei Ping asked softly, "Why didn't Jiang Tingyue agree to your request?"
Xuan Lang smiled helplessly and said, "Her? Because I rejected her. It's just a case of hatred born from unrequited love."
A clue suddenly connected in Wei Ping's mind. No wonder Jiang Tingyue had been pestering Xuan Lang recently! And now she wasn't with Xuan Lang anymore.
Xuan Lang stood up, checked his watch, and said regretfully, "Time flies when you're having fun. I should take you back."
As he spoke, he naturally reached out and took Wei Ping's hand. Wei Ping's face immediately flushed, but she didn't refuse.
On the way, Xuan Lang let out a soft sigh, his furrowed brow relaxing. He said gently to Wei Ping, "I'm sorry, it's not because of you. I..."
"I know," Wei Ping said. "You don't need to apologize to me."
"Thank you, you're so kind and understanding," Xuan Lang said with a smile. "I feel very at ease with you."
"Really..." Xuan Lang's eyes suddenly welled up with tears. He said, "Actually, I noticed you a long time ago. If it weren't for Gu Ya, I probably would have contacted you much earlier."
"To be honest, I was worried you might reject me..." Xuan Lang showed his vulnerability.
A man who is willing to show his vulnerability in front of a woman means he cares for her and is willing to share his thoughts with her.
Wei Ping truly felt Xuan Lang's sincerity and his hardships.
Having interacted with him for the past two days, Xuan Lang's impression on her was that of a gentleman, elegant, respectful of others, bold in love and hate, and intelligent. But everyone had their troubles.
Wei Ping thought to herself, secretly making a decision.
The hovercar stopped steadily behind the girls' dormitory building.
As the two arrived at the dormitory entrance and were about to say goodbye, Wei Ping walked up to Xuan Lang, very close, and whispered, "You did me a favor, and I haven't repaid you yet."
Xuan Lang smiled and said, "No need, this is all my feelings for you."
Wei Ping looked up and said firmly, "Let me help you. I'll get close to Gu Ya. Consider it repaying your kindness."
Xuan Lang quickly waved his hands and said, "No! Absolutely not. How could I let you take such a risk!"
Wei Ping shook her head and smiled, "Xuan Lang, I understand your feelings now. I'm doing this willingly."
"When you've resolved your troubles, can we be together then?"
Xuan Lang looked at Wei Ping gratefully, tears about to fall from his eyes. He didn't wipe them away but stared at Wei Ping, saying, "I will never let you down."
Wei Ping gave Xuan Lang a sweet smile and turned to walk into the dormitory.
Under the veil of the night, Xuan Lang revealed a satisfied smile.
Isn't the most interesting thing to manipulate someone's heart?
Xuan Lang turned around. He didn't want to take the hovercar back but wanted to walk alone in the quiet, dark campus.
He was already accustomed to solitude. Solitude brought him calmness.
After walking for a short while, a girl appeared from the opposite side of the intersection.
It was Jiang Tingyue, and she also saw Xuan Lang.
The two met eyes from afar, without saying a word, and tacitly walked in the same direction.
Late at night,
The two lay on the bed after their passion.
Jiang Tingyue nestled in Xuan Lang's arms, lightly tapping his broad, firm chest muscles, and whispered, "I heard from my father that the family's troubles have been resolved."
Xuan Lang stared ahead, not responding, as if contemplating something.
Jiang Tingyue asked again, "How did you know Xing Bin from Class B wanted to cause trouble for Gu Ya?"
Xuan Lang sneered and said, "Hmph, asking someone from Class B would tell us. They've been looking for an opportunity to retaliate against Gu Ya."
"And this time, it's a golden opportunity."
"I just casually gave them a little push."
Jiang Tingyue's face, which seemed to have never shown a smile, showed a hint of blush and a smile as she said, "You're so wicked."
Xuan Lang said in disbelief, "You actually smiled?"
"Mmm, for your smile, we have to do it again."
Saying this, Xuan Lang lowered his head.
...
Gu Ya woke up to find it was already past eight in the evening. He had slept for a full eight hours, completely unaware.
Stretching his tired, numb limbs, Gu Ya consumed three large bags of jerky and a whole liter of water, finally feeling a sense of satisfaction.
"This is the most restful sleep I've had and the most satisfying meal I've eaten!" Gu Ya shouted contentedly.
Suddenly, a light dot appeared on his early warning radar.
Gu Ya's senses instantly became alert.
On the radar display, two more white dots followed.
The three dots were rushing towards Gu Ya from his front-left.
It was clear that this was a well-coordinated team, with one person scouting ahead and two responsible for the rear and support.
Their movement speed was very fast, with almost no stops.
A smile appeared on Gu Ya's face. He placed his hands on the control console and instantly activated his mecha, driving towards the three individuals.
The radar range was two kilometers. Rushing up now would undoubtedly alert them.
It would be better to directly position himself in front of them and wait.
...
"Yuan Jianfeng! We've been searching from afternoon until night without even a bite to eat!" a boy complained.
"Yeah! This jungle isn't that big, but it's not small either. We're just flying around like headless flies, and finding someone is pure luck." another boy said irritably.
Yuan Jianfeng was also frustrated. Xing Bin, relying on his position as class leader, was bossing everyone around, assigning tasks while he reaped the benefits.
"Stop talking. I wish Gu Ya was torn to pieces!" Yuan Jianfeng said resentfully.
Just then, the leading boy suddenly exclaimed, "Found him! Found him! It's him, it's him!"
Yuan Jianfeng sped up. After passing a giant tree, the searchlight illuminated a brown-green camouflage-coated mecha crouched on a thick branch, its headlamp also pointed towards them.
"We searched high and low! Hurry and lure it towards..."
Before Yuan Jianfeng could finish, the mecha had already surged forward, instantly killing one person in a very short period.
What? Yuan Jianfeng was completely stunned.
Meanwhile, Gu Ya sat in the cockpit, excitedly controlling his mecha.
He had searched all day and finally found a living mecha. Why wouldn't he have some fun?
One down, two to go, Gu Ya thought excitedly. No rush, it's just training his ability to recognize people instantly.
Then, Gu Ya charged forward.
Yuan Jianfeng was greatly alarmed, sensing great danger. He frantically maneuvered his mecha, abandoning his teammates, and fled back the way they came.
The other mecha froze in place. Gu Ya circled it several times before it suddenly moved and flew back the way it came.
"Don't go!" Gu Ya shouted, adjusting his mecha and charging after it.
The opponent frantically adjusted its stance to engage, but its posture was incomplete, still affected by inertia. It failed to notice what was behind it and crashed into a giant tree.
Gu Ya sneered, thinking that the opponent's actions fully displayed his characteristics: timid, fearful, and useless.
What good was even a Class B student with excellent perception?
When faced with a sudden event, they still couldn't maintain their composure.
Gu Ya gritted his teeth and delivered a final blow, then sped off in pursuit of the fleeing Yuan Jianfeng.