Chapter 170

Nothing's wrong, I've checked everything!

He Xiaoli shouted from behind: "If a chip of paint falls off, just demand compensation from them—you have connections upstairs, what are you afraid of?"

Ye Yimin ignored He Xiaoli, grabbed his phone and ran toward the garage, ready to drive off at any moment.

Just then, Ye Yimin's phone received a message.

【Xiao Ye, I've got good news: the Martial Top Scholar actually lives in the same residential complex as you—just meet us at the complex entrance later.】

"What, the Martial Top Scholar's family also lives in this complex? I thought they said they lived near the Tianyi Martial Hall?"

Ye Yimin beamed with joy; this was fantastic news.

The Martial Top Scholar didn't just land in Anwu City; he ended up right in Ye Yimin's residential complex.

The complex is only so big; we'll surely run into each other often—if we keep good relations, isn't the opportunity already here?

Not only will our careers get a boost, but even the property prices in the complex will surely rise along with it!

At that moment, He Xiaoli had just put on a face mask and was lying in bed, ready for a nice nap, when Ye Yimin yanked her up.

"What, right in our complex?!"

He Xiaoli ripped the mask off her face: "Wait for me, I'm going to change clothes!"

"Don't bother changing, hurry up!"

Under Ye Yimin's urging, the two quickly ran downstairs.

Beep—

Suddenly, a chorus of honking erupted outside the complex.

All that could be seen were neat rows of black Hongqi cars parked at the complex entrance.

Each car's front bore a red Huaguo flag, fluttering in the wind.

Beep—

The honking continued, as if announcing something.

It was like an orchestra playing a symphony.

Drawn by the spectacle and the honking, many nearby residents came out of their homes, curiously observing.

"What's going on? Why are there so many cars?!"

"Holy cow, this kind of entourage—could it be that the Martial Top Scholar's family lives right here this year?"

Many people guessed the meaning behind the honking and began excitedly discussing it.

He Xiaoli and Ye Yimin also walked to the complex gate: "Honey, what rank of official is this, to have so many guards?"

All that could be seen was the lead Hongqi car's door automatically sliding open, and amid a retinue of black-clad, black-umbrella guards stepped out an elderly man with white hair.

Although Ye Yimin himself was a government official, he had never seen such a scene before.

"It's none of your business to ask further; high-level identities are confidential, but this big shot is definitely national-level!"

"National-level......"

He Xiaoli was startled.

"I'm not going to say more—I'm going to find the mayor."

Ye Yimin saw the mayor of Anwu City step out of the last car and hurried over at a jog.

The black-clad guards on the spot quickly stopped him, only letting him through after verifying his identity.

He Xiaoli, meanwhile, stayed by the roadside, tiptoeing in anticipation, hoping to catch a glimpse of the Martial Top Scholar's true appearance.

While waiting, Lu Haitao's family also came out of the complex and stood not far from He Xiaoli.

He Xiaoli's expression instantly turned disdainful.

This family also came out to watch the excitement; looking at their excited demeanor, what does the Martial Top Scholar have to do with you?

He Xiaoli thought, not wanting to get too close to Lu Haitao and company, she shifted her body to the side.

As if standing too near would dirty her clothes.

In the stretched Lincoln, Xu Xingwu and Lu Jing sat in the spacious rear seat.

"Lu Jing, I've received notice here that a big leader will be visiting your home—you should let your family know in advance to prepare."

Xu Xingwu said with a chuckle.

Because of Lu Jing's matter, I myself have received praise from above.

"A visit?"

Lu Jing furrowed his brows; he mainly wanted to avoid trouble.

Seeing Lu Jing's expression, Xu Xingwu chuckled: "Lu Jing, this big leader is heavyweight, and will surely reward you—this is fantastic news!"

At that moment, Lu Haitao's family was also watching the spectacle.

Lu Leyi whispered: "Dad, these people aren't here to celebrate my brother, are they?"

"No way, how could they stir up such a fuss..."

Lu Haitao was somewhat uncertain, but aside from Lu Jing's achievement of becoming Martial Top Scholar, there didn't seem to be any other major event.

Just then, Feng Qinru's phone rang.

"It's my son's call!"

Feng Qinru hurriedly answered.

On the phone, Lu Jing informed them that a big shot would be paying a visit, telling them to get ready.

"Sure enough, they're really here to celebrate little Jing!"

Feng Qinru hung up, her face bright with excitement: "Come on, let's go home and tidy up!"

Beside her, He Xiaoli saw Lu Haitao's family hurrying back home, her scorn deepening: "This family probably still doesn't know what's going on—look how frightened they are."

A moment later.

A stretched Lincoln slowly drove onto the main road.

With the Lincoln's arrival, a loud honking sounded again.

"He's here; the person in the car must be the Martial Top Scholar!"

"This Martial Top Scholar actually lives in our same residential complex—whose child is he?!"

"I don't know; he didn't show his face during the combat simulation, and all we know is that his name is Lu Jing."

"Lu Jing? Isn't he that hotshot genius from our city who did an ad for Tianyi Martial Hall?"

"Probably not; that guy's strength isn't that great, and he doesn't even live near Tianyi Martial Hall…"

The watching crowd also erupted, chattering away.

If it weren't for the guards holding them back, they would have already rushed to the front of the car.

Inside the Lincoln, Lu Jing looked out the window at the bustling crowd outside, feeling somewhat helpless.

This reminded him of his life in the old residential complex after he became famous.

Every time he went out, he was stopped for autographs, and gifts piled up filling the rooms at home.

As time passed, many people had already forgotten him, and Lu Jing's life gradually returned to calm.

But after this, it seems his former life will have to repeat itself.

"Lu Jing, we've arrived."

Xu Xingwu reminded him while being the first to step out of the car, then actively opened the door for Lu Jing.

"The Martial Top Scholar has come out!"

"Indeed, he's a remarkable talent!"

"Hey, look quickly— that's apparently the Lu Jing who did the ad for the martial hall!"

As soon as Lu Jing stepped out of the car, a thunderous cheer erupted outside.

It was as if a hero had returned, and everyone was shouting hysterically.

On the other side, the white‑haired old man in the Red Flag motorcade saw Lu Jing get out of the car and strode over with tiger‑like vigor.

"Hello, young friend Lu Jing!"

Although the old man looked frail, his voice was deep and resonant like a great bell in the noisy setting, full of vigor.

At the moment Lu Jing turned his head to look at the old man, he felt as if the whole world had been put on pause.

In his sight, the old man sparkled, his whole body emanating an immensely powerful aura.