I choose a C ranked hero in another world, I was mocked online

Chapter 65: What's the Beef?

That night.

Chen Ye lay in the master bedroom on the third floor, listening keenly to his parents' conversation from the bedroom on the second floor.

"Old Chen, did you really accept our son's friend?"

"Why not? He's at least a tier 4 practitioner. Moreover, that Long Aotian is young with immense potential. Recruiting such a genius should easily secure my success in this year's assessment. If he advances to tier 5, I won't have to worry for years to come."

"But... aren't you concerned about Long Aotian causing trouble?"

"As long as our son remains sensible and stays away from illegal matters, I can handle it. Besides..."

"And what? Spit it out."

"...I feel strangely drawn to Long Aotian, as if... as if he were my long-lost son. Isn't it odd? My gut tells me that this Long Aotian means no harm... Hmm? Dear, what are you doing?"

"I'm packing your bags to go find your love child!"

"Oh! I was just making a metaphor, there's no such thing as a love child... Dear, stop fooling around, the child is still at home! Dear, dear, listen to me... Dear, open the door!"

Upstairs, Chen Ye listened with a face full of disbelief.

No one would have thought that the esteemed Chairman Chen could be so fearful, right? Regardless, Chen Ye resolved that when he got married, he'd choose someone obedient...

Meanwhile.

In a shadowy place.

A group of individuals was conducting some sort of ceremony.

Clad in black robes and hoods, they almost melded into the surrounding darkness. Even with candles lit, their faces remained obscured.

Once the central figure drank a bowl of dark green liquid, the ritual concluded.

The leader spoke promptly, "Dear friend, welcome to our ranks. From now on, you are our steadfast comrade. We shall fight together until the embrace of the true Lord."

"I'm only interested in one thing—when are we moving?" the person who drank the concoction spoke up.

From the voice, it was clear it belonged to a woman.

"Fear not, my friend. Your foes are ours as well. Your vendetta shall be avenged by us!"

The leader declared before continuing, "For the soul of an unparalleled talent, even the true Lord would be intrigued! However... within that school, there are numerous strong individuals. A direct assault would result in heavy losses. Do you have a strategy in mind?"

The woman fell silent momentarily before suggesting, "The freshman exchange competition in three months should be ideal! I'll find a way to lure them out for you to strike."

The leader chuckled, "That's a splendid idea."

"What caliber of operatives do you intend to deploy?" the woman inquired.

"Six tier 4 operatives. What do you think?"

"Just tier 4 operatives? Why not dispatch tier 5s directly? That individual, having passed the first trial, already possesses strength close to tier 3. In three months, she may ascend to tier 4! With her talent, coupled with her mentor, it would be challenging for peers to eliminate them, even with superior numbers!"

"If this scheme fails, we may never have another chance."

The woman's tone betrayed her dissatisfaction.

"Patience, my friend!"

The leader reassured, "Every tier 5 operative is well-known. Their presence within the Xia Kingdom may draw attention and alert the authorities..."

"Your point is valid. For the smooth execution of this plan, I'll petition headquarters to dispatch a relatively discreet tier 5 operative to handle this mission."

After a pause, the leader added, "Furthermore, I understand many wish to prevent another Qin from emerging in Xia Kingdom. Perhaps we can collaborate with them, recruit more high-level operatives, and ensure the plan's success."

The woman remained silent, evidently content with the plan.

"My friend, do you have any further remarks?"

"Besides that individual, there's another scoundrel you must help me eliminate. It's preferable to torture him first, similar to the other, then execute him! Offer them both as sacrifices to the true Lord!"

As the woman spoke, she produced a photograph and held it up.

The person depicted was none other than Chen Ye.

It's unclear what vendetta this woman harbored against Chen Ye, to specifically advocate for torturing him before his demise...

Glancing at the photo, the leader suddenly burst into laughter:

"I know this person. He's a renowned playboy from your side... Sending a tier 5 operative for such a person, who relies on women for sustenance, is an insult. I'll personally assign someone to capture him and leave him for you to torture at your leisure."

"As for sacrificing to the true Lord, forget it. The soul of a plaything isn't something the true Lord would cherish."

Hearing this, those around them erupted into laughter...

Morning.

At the Chen family's breakfast table.

Father and son, Chairman Chen and Chen Ye, were having breakfast.

"Dad, why did you sleep on the sofa last night?"

"The room was stuffy, and the living room was cool. Is there an issue with me sleeping on the sofa?"

"Then why do you have dark circles under your eyes? Did you not sleep well last night?"

"...Why so many questions? Finish eating and hurry off to school!"

Chen Ye smirked and didn't press further on the matter. Then he said, "Oh right, Dad, can I have some money?"

As soon as these words left his mouth, Chen Ye suddenly felt a sense of nostalgia for his old ways.

Back on Earth, when he was young, this was exactly how he'd ask his parents for money.

Now, Chen Ye suddenly realized that being able to ask his parents for money was also a kind of happiness!

Chairman Chen didn't have as many sentiments. Upon hearing his son ask for money, he instinctively furrowed his brow.

"Didn't your mom put tens of thousands into your account last time? It's only been three months, and you've spent it all?"

"No! It's still in the account."

"Then why do you need money?"

"I have something to do."

"You're just a student, what could you need money for?"

At this moment, Mom brought over some fried eggs and directly interrupted Chairman Chen, saying, "What do you know? Our son has grown up, there are plenty of places he needs money for! Doesn't having a girlfriend require money?"

Chairman Chen opened his mouth, intending to say that Chen Ye, at such a young age, should prioritize academics. However, before he could utter a word, the image of Tang Zichen involuntarily flashed in his mind.

As for this "daughter-in-law," Chairman Chen was one hundred percent satisfied!

So, he remained silent.

Yes, now Chairman Chen and his wife both felt that their son Chen Ye was dating that Tang Zichen.

They had watched the video exposed online last time.

If they weren't dating, why would Tang's daughter let their son run first when it was dangerous?

"Son, how much money do you need?"

Mom Yang Rongzhi asked Chen Ye with a smile, "Is a million enough?"

Wow!

Indeed, she was wealthy!

She just casually mentioned a million.

If Chen Ye had this money in his previous life on Earth, it would have solved many of his troubles...

"That's enough, thank you, Mom!"

Chairman Chen frowned slightly, feeling that giving a million all at once was a bit too much. After all, Chen Ye's current age might make it easy for him to lose control and develop bad habits.

But if he really married Tang's daughter, spending some money didn't seem like a big deal.

So, he still didn't express his opinion.

Mom Yang Rongzhi was even more straightforward, directly taking out her phone and transferring money to Chen Ye in front of him.

"It's done, spend it in school as needed, don't be stingy, if it's not enough, just ask Mom."

Chen Ye: "..."

No wonder there are so many second-generation spendthrifts. They're probably all spoiled by their parents.

Two hours later.

Chen Ye returned to the station in Suyang City and then took a taxi. However, the address he gave the driver wasn't for school, but rather to the local disease control center.

This past month, after finishing his daily exercise, Chen Ye hadn't been idle.

After a month of effort, he finally managed to bribe a physician from the disease control center.

Today happened to be the day of the transaction.

He asked his mom for money precisely for this matter.

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