God-Level All-rounder Expert
Chapter 114 - 116, I Have a Boyfriend Now!

Chapter 114: Chapter 116, I Have a Boyfriend Now!

The entire hall fell into deathly silence; not a single person spoke, all eyes fixated on Fang Yi. Most looked at him as if he were a ghost, their expressions filled with disbelief.

Earlier, when Fang Yi evaded continuously, everyone thought he was scared and could not contend with Bonnet. However, when Fang Yi made his move, Bonnet was defeated within a move or two, completely overpowered without any chance to fight back.

What was this? When he didn’t take action, there was silence, but when he did, it was a Thunderous Strike!

"Amazing!"

"That’s just like hitting a vital spot with a single strike."

Though he did not kill anyone, he disintegrated Bonnet’s fighting spirit, making him cough blood, with no strength left to fight. Fang Yi’s action shocked everyone present.

However, Kong Qingci alone seemed to have anticipated such an outcome and showed no sign of surprise, though her gaze toward Fang Yi carried a hint of complexity.

"Oh yeah! That’s great, big brother won, amazing!" Yiyi cheered, waving her small pink fists, her childlike voice crisp and clear.

"Uncle is the best," Cai Cai said, her wide eyes brimming with joy.

Lin Mengyan smiled, not saying much, but the hint of a smile at the corner of her lips looked extremely beautiful.

Fang Yi maintained a calm composure, defeating Bonnet without much joy, because Bonnet was not in the same league as him. Thus, Fang Yi’s expression was very calm.

"Wang Chuye, Li Zhengjie, and Lin Yuanhao, if you three have any tricks up your sleeves, just bring it on; I’ll take you on next," Fang Yi said, directly challenging the three of them.

Wang Chuye’s face turned slightly red as he said, "Fang Yi, don’t be too proud!"

Li Zhengjie replied coldly, "There’s always a higher mountain; just because you won this time doesn’t guarantee your victory next time."

Fang Yi chuckled and said, "No problem, you guys can invite more experts over, I’d like to practice anyway."

The trio said no more, as they knew they were in the wrong and simply couldn’t argue with Fang Yi. Moreover, Fang Yi had shattered their plans with a thunderous approach. Having been defeated, what was the point in speaking up and embarrassing themselves even further?

People gradually dispersed, and it was only then that they remembered this was supposed to be the Lin Family patriarch’s birthday banquet. Some, noticing the Lin Family’s old master on the high platform, went over to pay their respects and offer congratulations.

No sooner had Fang Yi returned to Kong Qingci’s side than a middle-aged man came over, clapped him on the shoulder, and said with a smile, "Young man, not bad at all."

Fang Yi quickly responded, "Mr. Kong."

Kong Linghai laughed and said, "No need to call me Mr. Kong; you’re as familiar with Qingci as you are with me, so just call me Third Uncle from now on."

"Sure, Third Uncle," Fang Yi said with a smile. He was not the type to be coy; since the other had said so, he naturally complied.

Besides, considering Kong Linghai’s position in the establishment, Fang Yi might need his help in the future. In matters of networking, Fang Yi felt it was necessary to cultivate such relationships.

By around 7:30 in the evening, the birthday banquet officially began, with everyone taking their seats.

Fang Yi had intended to sit with Kong Qingci, as he was unfamiliar with the others here, but Kong Qingci ended up sitting at a different table with Kong Linghai.

And because Fang Yi had offended Lin Yuanhao, Wang Chuye, and Li Zhengjie one after the other, others feared offending the trio, leading to this situation where Fang Yi sat alone at a table.

Complex and bizarre stares from all around focused on him. Fang Yi didn’t want to be such a focal point; he preferred to keep a low profile. However, no one dared to sit at his table, so avoiding attention wasn’t an option.

Damn, have they never seen someone sitting at a table alone? I’ll eat whatever I want! Fang Yi wasn’t embarrassed at all, being someone with thick skin. Once the table was served, he picked up his chopsticks and began to eat.

It had to be said, there was one benefit to this situation: no one competed with him for food. Fang Yi ate to his heart’s content, feeling very comfortable.

At this moment, a man came over. Dressed in a suit, he sported a beer belly and a round face that was not cute but rather shrewd, his eyes full of cunning.

"Bro, do you mind if I join you?" the chubby man asked with a smile.

"I was just worrying about not having any company, of course I don’t mind," Fang Yi replied.

The chubby man quickly sat down, then extended his hand, smiling, "Bro, my name is Song Wuliang."

"Uh... your parents gave you a nice name," Fang Yi said, shaking hands with the self-assured man.

Song Wuliang chuckled and said, "Bro, it seems we are both in the same boat, lost and adrift in the world."

Fang Yi raised his glass, "What’s that?"

Song Wuliang hastily lifted his glass to clink with Fang Yi’s, saying eagerly, "Bro, I saw all of your astuteness and heroism just now. You’re really impressive! But now those people are afraid of you, leaving you all alone. Speaking of which, I’m quite lonely too. We’re just two of a kind, aren’t we?"

Fang Yi found the fat man even more amusing and inquired, "I’m isolated because I offended those three, but why are you?"

Song Wuliang’s eyes darted around before he replied, "I’ve offended them too."

Fang Yi said with a smirk, "Is that really the case?"

A tad sheepish, yet still brimming with bravado, Song Wuliang asserted, "Of course!"

Fang Yi didn’t expose his lie, but he faintly overheard the low murmurs coming from a table behind him.

"That shameless fat guy from the Song family..."

"The two of them together, who knows what kind of sparks they might create."

"Troublemakers to the core, utterly heartless, a scourge to decent women."

A vein ticked on Fang Yi’s forehead.

...

Elsewhere, on a higher platform sat a table where the elder of the Lin Family took the seat of honour, flanked by his eldest son Lin Tianxiao and his granddaughter Lin Mengyan. Seated with them were Lin Xiongxiao, Lin Fengxiao, the Bai Family patriarch, and his grandson Bai Mingqi.

"Old man, here, let’s have a drink," the Bai Family patriarch lifted his glass.

The Lin Family elder duly clinked glasses with him.

Putting down his glass, the Bai Family patriarch sighed, "Before we knew it, you’ve reached seventy, and I’m not far behind. Ah, time really does fly."

The Lin Family elder deeply agreed, saying, "Indeed, but with Mingqi here, you’ve got no regrets, right?"

The Bai Family patriarch remarked, "Old man, I’m telling you, we’re both almost in the ground. Why not just get the kids’ wedding out of the way sooner?"

The Lin Family elder was taken aback.

Lin Tianxiao, who had been silent, frowned and spoke, "Uncle Bai, isn’t that a bit too hasty?"

"How can you call it hasty?" argued the Bai Family patriarch. "The two have been childhood sweethearts, always playing together. Plus, my grandson has always fancied your Mengyan. A perfect match of equal status—it’s like it’s meant to be."

Lin Tianxiao replied, "They’re still young and have their own dreams. Maybe we should wait a few more years."

"Ah Tianxiao, you’re wrong there," the Bai Family patriarch insisted. "A man should marry when of age, as should a woman. Both your father and I are eager to see our grandchildren. Old man, am I right?"

The Lin Family elder simply chuckled, but Lin Xiongxiao and Lin Fengxiao couldn’t sit still any longer. Catching each other’s eyes, they immediately discerned the other’s thoughts.

Lin Fengxiao chimed in, "I think Uncle Bai is right. Mengyan isn’t getting any younger and should marry into a good family. Mingqi is a fine lad."

Lin Xiongxiao added, "Yes, Mingqi is clever, good-looking, and well-matched with Mengyan."

Lin Tianxiao’s frown deepened. What were his brothers really plotting? As the eldest, how could he not understand?

The Bai Family patriarch laughed heartily and then gently patted the silent Bai Mingqi’s shoulder. Realizing the intent, Bai Mingqi stood up and spoke solemnly, "Grandfather Lin, please give Mengyan’s hand in marriage to me. I, Bai Mingqi, swear I will treat her well for the rest of her life."

Grandfather Lin remained silent. The conversation had come to this point...

"Well, in that case..." the elder Lin seemed somewhat moved.

However, at that moment, Lin Mengyan stood up and declared, "Grandfather, I have a boyfriend!"

Whoosh!

The entire table froze in shock, except Bai Mingqi, whose face instantly darkened.

(The first update of night! Not sure if I can keep this up.)