Campus Cultivation Master
Chapter 217 - 0217: Dance Partner [Part 2]

Chapter 217: Chapter 0217: Dance Partner [Part 2]

Pei Jiaping didn’t dare to hide anything, so he recounted the events in detail.

Upon hearing his son’s words, Pei Wending was so angry that he raised his hand to hit him again.

It was bad enough to be used as a pawn, and Chu Feng had already pointed it out, yet you still confronted it head-on. Moreover, you dared to threaten Chu Feng, luckily I still had some relationship with Chu Feng, otherwise, my ending would probably not be much better than Du Xingfa’s.

"Dad, I know I was wrong, I won’t do this again."

"Sigh!"

Pei Wending let out a heavy sigh and then forcefully lowered his hand.

"You were foolish enough to be used as a pawn, and Young Master Chu has already shown you leniency once, yet you pressed on aggressively. If it weren’t for my little connection with Young Master Chu, I’m afraid even if I beat you to death, it would be of no use," Pei Wending said.

Seeing his father’s emotions had calmed significantly, Pei Jiaping also asked cautiously, "Dad, who exactly is this Young Master Chu?"

Pei Wending replied, "He is someone neither you nor I can afford to provoke. You’re already aware of Uncle Du’s situation, right?"

Pei Jiaping nodded and said, "I know."

Pei Wending then asked, "Then do you know who gave the order?"

Upon hearing his father’s words, a flash of shock passed through Pei Jiaping’s eyes, and he said, "It couldn’t be Young Master Chu, could it?"

Just by speaking up, one could take down a senior official. Such power was truly terrifying.

Pei Wending said, "If it truly was his order, that would have made things simple."

"It wasn’t his order?" Pei Jiaping, puzzled, listened to his father’s words.

Pei Wending nodded, saying, "The order came from the Secretary of the Provincial Committee."

Pei Jiaping was startled by his father’s words. An order from the Secretary of the Provincial Committee, what did that have to do with Chu Feng?

But soon after, Pei Jiaping read something in his father’s expression, also understanding what his father had meant by the earlier statement.

"If it had been Chu Feng’s order, that would have been better." He understood the true meaning behind those words now.

If it had been a direct order from Chu Feng, it would only prove that Chu Feng’s rank was slightly higher than Du Xingfa’s.

But now, it wasn’t Chu Feng, but the Secretary of the Provincial Committee who had given the order—and moreover, it was Chu Feng who had made the Secretary act. That was truly horrific.

A person who could command the Secretary of the Provincial Committee, wasn’t that fearsome enough?

Thinking of everything he had done to Chu Feng, Pei Jiaping was panicking inside.

Pei Wending looked at his son, whose face had turned pale, and said irritatedly, "Now you know fear."

Pei Jiaping, with a crying tone, said, "Dad, I really didn’t know. Young Master Chu, he won’t blame me, right?"

Looking at his disappointing son, Pei Wending snorted coldly, "Now you know to be scared. I’ve told you before that there are plenty of people more formidable than your old man. I told you to keep a low profile, but you never took it to heart. If you had been more discreet, you wouldn’t have been exploited."

Pei Jiaping hurriedly said, "Dad, I will definitely be more modest from now on."

Pei Wending knew this lesson was enough for his son to remember for a lifetime, and he said, "Don’t worry. Your old man still has a bit of a connection with Young Master Chu, and he won’t make things difficult for you."

After a pause, with a serious face, Pei Wending said, "However, from now on, keep your distance from the Wu Family and the Jin Family."

When Pei Wending said this, there was a clear hint of anger in his tone.

One’s own son may not be the brightest, but it doesn’t mean others can use him as a pawn.

Actually, Pei Jiaping also felt extreme hatred for Wu Di and Jin Yu in his heart, a sentiment that didn’t need to be voiced by Pei Wending.

At this moment, Wu Di and Jin Yu were full of suspicion as well.

From their perspective, this was a perfect opportunity to embarrass Chu Feng. If the two of them played their cards right, they could even force Chu Feng out of Dragon Soaring.

But in their wildest dreams, they hadn’t anticipated that the outcome would turn out like this.

At the same time, they also realized that their actions had clearly offended Pei Wending.

Given the influence of their families in East River, they weren’t necessarily afraid of Pei Wending. But having offended such a powerful figure, they were certain they wouldn’t have an easy time in the future.

Of course, what intrigued them the most was Chu Feng’s identity, how could it be that someone like Pei Wending would treat his own son this way for Chu Feng.

Meanwhile, Cui Jingyan who was busy dealing with a stream of people handing out business cards, had also gotten smarter. She hooked her arm through Chu Feng’s, ensuring he couldn’t sneak off.

Previously, there had been others offering business cards, mostly trying to make conversation with Cui Jingyan.

But now, it was completely different; the focus was on Chu Feng’s identity, and their intent to network was genuine.

This time, because Chu Feng was present, many hoped to hand their business cards directly to him and perhaps engage in a brief chat.

Chu Feng truly didn’t wish to entertain such conversations, but under Cui Jingyan’s watchful eye, he could only offer insincere compliments.

"Young Master Chu, I truly didn’t expect to see you here," said the middle-aged man previously with Pei Wending, wearing gold-wire glasses, as he respectfully approached Chu Feng.

"You are?"

Chu Feng didn’t recognize the man before him, but there were few in the room who did not. He was Secretary He’s personal secretary, Liu Wenqing.

Though merely a secretary, Liu Wenqing was the top official of East River’s secretary, and even various department heads had to treat him with courtesy. After all, according to ancient terms, he was someone close to the Emperor.

Liu Wenqing courteously said, "Young Master Chu, I am Secretary He’s secretary. I’ve heard Secretary He mention you."

"So it’s Secretary Liu, I’ve heard much about you," replied Chu Feng, accustomed to greeting others in the same manner he did with Liu Wenqing.

Upon hearing this, Liu Wenqing quickly responded, "Young Master Chu, you’re too polite. Just call me Xiao Liu. I can’t bear the title of Secretary Liu."

How could Liu Wenqing dare to slight someone his boss had to call "Uncle"?

"Hiss!"

Seeing Liu Wenqing being so courteous in front of Chu Feng made everyone around take a sharp breath.

Liu Wenqing might not have held a high position, but at certain times, he represented Secretary He.

If Liu Wenqing was this courteous to Chu Feng, it implied that Secretary He would have to be courteous to Chu Feng as well.

Understanding Liu Wenqing’s concern, Chu Feng candidly said, "Then I’ll call you Xiao Liu, to save you from feeling uneasy."

When Liu Wenqing heard Chu Feng say this, joy spread across his face, and he replied, "Thank you, Young Master Chu."

The answer from Liu Wenqing made the crowd take another sharp breath. Liu Wenqing was showing an extraordinary level of respect to Chu Feng. They even suspected if Liu Wenqing held the same level of respect for Secretary He.

"Xiao Liu, I have something to attend to. Let’s chat more later," said Chu Feng, and without waiting for Liu Wenqing’s response, he pushed through the crowd and walked away.