Chapter 41: Recruiting

It was clear that Chen Duxiu cared for Su Xueya very much, and I hadn't heard Su Xueyan mention any other relatives in their family. Most likely, Chen Duxiu was so nervous because he liked Su Xueya.

Third Brother and I returned to the classroom together. Li Hong must be trying to figure out how to deal with us now, but because of Third Brother's combat power, he didn't know how to act. To outsiders, Third Brother's combat power was very high, while as for me, they thought I was quite average, perhaps just a bit better than the average person, since I hadn't really made a move from beginning to end, just some minor scuffles.

However, in the following period, Chen Duxiu had a much worse time, being picked on by Li Hong and his group every day. Fortunately, because of me, Li Hong didn't go to find trouble with Su Xueya.

This day, I was in the classroom as usual when I suddenly heard someone calling me from outside. I followed the gaze and found it was actually Chen Duxiu. Seeing this guy, I smiled knowingly; he probably couldn't hold on anymore and wanted to ask for help.

Third Brother and I went out of the classroom, looked at Chen Duxiu, and said indifferently, "What's wrong? Is something the matter?"

Chen Duxiu's expression was one of struggle, and his complexion was quite poor; he probably hadn't been having an easy time these past few days. Chen Duxiu gritted his teeth, sighed, and said to us, "I want to join you and merge all the people under me into your group!"

I looked at him in confusion and said, "If you want to join someone, why choose me? I have no power under me at all. You have several other better choices!"

Chen Duxiu shook his head. "Forget it, the others aren't good places. That rich kid, besides having money, is basically a loser; counting on him to resist Li Hong is impossible. Li Hong can't be bought with money. As for Zhuge Yue, she's a woman, and her subordinates are all women, which isn't great. Although you have no foundation, as long as we pave the way for you, plus the influence and combat power you and Xu Hongzhi have in school, we can definitely contend with Li Hong!"

"But why should I help you? You know this doesn't benefit us at all!" I wanted to see if I could get anything out of Chen Duxiu.

"I know you need power now, but power isn't something that can be accumulated in a day or two. I've heard about Su Xueyan's matter, and I know you want revenge. But just relying on the two of you is useless. Zhang Longtao is someone who has many people under him; it's definitely not that simple. So, I can help you!" Chen Duxiu looked at me and said.

Hearing Chen Duxiu's words, I didn't speak but carefully considered them. Chen Duxiu was right; I did need power. I had thought about building a faction before, but such things weren't that simple. Moreover, Zhang Longtao, as the boss of the West Street in our town, was naturally not easy to deal with. But what I hesitated about was that Chen Duxiu's group were just students; they couldn't compare to those in society, and their combat power wasn't on the same level. Even if I took them in, what use would it be?

Third Brother nudged me and said, "Something is better than nothing. Besides, Li Hong is clearly not on our side. Although there's no conflict now, it's only a matter of time. We might as well face them now!"

I nodded after hearing this, then looked at Chen Duxiu and said, "Fine, after school this afternoon, bring your people and wait for me at the sports club!"

Seeing that I agreed, Chen Duxiu breathed a sigh of relief and nodded.

Back in the classroom, Zhang Yinuo walked over and asked me, "You've decided?"

I nodded. Zhang Yinuo looked at me and said something very strange: "If you win in the future, I hope you can spare Zhang Longtao!"

"That depends on whether he cooperates then. If Su Xueyan's death doesn't have much to do with him, naturally I won't look for trouble with him!" Thinking of Su Xueyan, my heart felt a strange pain.

Zhang Yinuo didn't speak anymore and kept her head down. I didn't know what to say at this moment. She was caught in such a difficult dilemma; it was indeed hard for her. I looked at her and smiled, saying, "It's okay. If you're worried, you can make a move on me at any time. That way, your family will be fine!"

"You know I won't do that!" Zhang Yinuo's expression was one of struggle.

I stood up and walked out of the classroom door because it was just too awkward for Zhang Yinuo and me to be there; I didn't know what to say at all.

Suddenly, a cute and petite little girl walked over and said to me, "Classmate Yang Yun, um, can I ask you for a favor?"

I remembered this little girl; she seemed to be our class monitor, Chen Ling. She was about the same age as us, but she was indeed much shorter; otherwise, she would definitely be a school beauty. However, this didn't affect her beauty; instead, it made people feel she was even cuter.

"What is it?" I didn't know why Chen Ling was suddenly looking for me.

"Next week is the school sports meet. We still have two long-distance running events with no one signed up. Can you and Xu Hongzhi sign up to participate?" Chen Ling looked at me with expectation.

I was very impatient with these things because I especially hated trouble. But on second thought, I came to school to study, and I should integrate into class life.

Chen Ling saw that I didn't speak and got anxious, quickly saying to me, "Classmate Yang Yun, please, I beg you. No one is participating in these two events, and the teacher will be unhappy!"

Looking at the pitiful little loli, I sighed and said, "Fine, Xu Hongzhi and I will participate!"

Hearing that I agreed, Chen Ling jumped up with joy and looked at me gratefully. "Thank you, Classmate Yang Yun, really thank you!"

After saying this, she happily took the form in her hand and returned to her seat.

Back at my seat, I told Xu Hongzhi about this. When Xu Hongzhi heard that I had agreed to Chen Ling's request to participate in the sports meet and even brought him along, he was even more furious. He laughed and scolded me, "Damn, you beast, you're picking up girls and dragging me into it? You're even picking up such a little loli; you're truly worse than a beast!"

"What nonsense are you spouting? I'm not picking anyone up, and Chen Ling isn't small, okay? She's about the same age as us!" I quickly explained, lowering my voice at the same time, afraid that other classmates would hear and misunderstand something.

"Still saying you have no ideas? You've even started explaining her age. I didn't expect you to be a loli-con; I really despise you!" Third Brother gave me the middle finger with disdain in his expression.

"Damn, so what if I'm a loli-con? Is being a loli-con against the law? Is it something to be proud of? You're a cougar-con, and I haven't even despised you yet, and you dare to despise me? Get lost!" I was so angry I scolded Third Brother.