Chapter 28: Children, I'm Back!

Yang Liang wasn't targeting Sun Ying, but in reality, he wasn't targeting me either; his intention to become my father actually means he has his sights set on my mother, and now he's testing the waters with me!

Lin Li's temperature rose in anger.

It wasn't that he couldn't accept his mother falling in love again; honestly, he didn't care much about that. Although he probably wouldn't accept calling a newcomer "Dad," he could manage not to resist it.

But they couldn't keep him in the dark from start to finish without consulting him at all, only telling him when things were nearly settled, and having the man tell him at that! This was disrespectful to him!

"I will never agree to matters between you two!"

Lin Li only regretted that he had no money.

Otherwise, he would have slapped a bank card with five hundred thousand yuan onto Yang Liang's face and sneered, "Five hundred thousand; leave my mother alone."

One only regrets having too little money when one needs it.

"No, no, no, no, no—" After a moment of stunned silence at these words, Yang Liang reacted, instantly breaking out in a cold sweat.

"Xiao Lin, you misunderstood; your mother and I don't even know each other yet!"

Lin Li's expression softened slightly as he calmed down.

Come to think of it, there was nothing unusual when he spoke with his mother on the phone Friday; if something had been going on between them, the raid catching him on Friday should have been far more dramatic.

So, while checking his identity information, Yang Liang saw his mother's photo and fell for her, that's all.

That, at least, was acceptable.

"So you want to pursue my mother, right? Not bad, very ambitious," Lin Liang said, looking at Yang Liang with a scrutinizing gaze before asking, "But getting past me won't be easy! What's your job? Do you have a car and a house? Do you love Dad or Mom? Do you eat tofu pudding savory or sweet?"

Yang Liang looked down at himself; he was still wearing his uniform, and even if he weren't, did Lin Li not know what he did for a living?

Lin Li seemed to be performing his classic abstract act, but Yang Liang understood all too well; he felt that no one in this world understood Lin Li better than he did.

At this moment, Lin Li was merely deliberately using this abstract method to cover up his inner panic.

He took a deep breath and continued, "No, Xiao Lin, I already have a family, and it's impossible for me to pursue your mother."

"I simply want to recognize you as my child, in the sense of an adopted son; I feel a strong affinity with you."

"I've already spoken to my wife, and she has no objections; this could also make up for the paternal love you lack."

Yang Liang's wife indeed had no objections; Zhou—your death was truly deserved.

She also felt that Lin Li was a pitiable yet lovely child.

Hearing this, Lin Li was stunned, after which his expression became somewhat hesitant and cautious.

Seeing this scene, Yang Liang's expression grew even gentler; he realized that Lin Li's protective shell had been dismantled by him, and he had peeled back his softest heart.

Yang Liang should be thankful he lacked mind-reading abilities, otherwise he would have heard this sentence:

"Is Uncle Yang impotent or sterile?"

In short, unable to have offspring.

Then, seeing such an excellent new-era youth like himself, he felt joy at discovering talent and wanted him to inherit his mantle.

This was Lin Li's judgment.

However, because these words were indeed somewhat offensive to an adult male, Lin Li appeared hesitant and cautious, and after pondering, ultimately did not speak them aloud.

As for making up for his lack of paternal love, Lin Li didn't even bother with that part.

Because it made no sense; the two of them had only one night of interaction, and he hadn't even met Yang Liang's wife, who was apparently willing to be his adoptive mother. If the Yang family dispensed kindness so freely, they might as well take in every single-parent family in Xilingzhen.

Emotionally and rationally, Lin Li could not accept this.

"Thanks, Uncle Yang, I appreciate your kind intention, but it's unnecessary; sorry." Lin Li bowed in 'gratitude' as he spoke, using this posture to show his seriousness.

"Xiao Lin, Uncle is sincere."

"Uncle, it really isn't necessary."

Uncle Yang, once I succeed in cultivation, I will use immortal arts to cure your chronic condition; then I guarantee you'll rejuvenate and go seventy times in one night.

No wonder he led the anti-prostitution raid; perhaps there was a hint of envy and jealousy mixed in.

Thinking of this, the look in his eyes as he gazed at Yang Liang carried some pity.

Yang Liang perceived the special emotion in Lin Li's eyes, likely the boy's gratitude, but he also sensed his resolve.

Regarding the result of being rejected, he had actually expected it; after all, a child like Lin Li, who could erect a solid protective shell to shield himself, must possess very strong self-esteem.

Continuing to press the matter would likely produce the opposite effect.

So Yang Liang nodded: "The title doesn't really matter, Xiao Lin; if you encounter any difficulties or troubles in the future, you can come to me to discuss them. Uncle will try his best to help you. Feel free to visit my home on weekdays, especially on weekends; eating takeout all the time isn't good for your health."

Without the name of a father, yet capable of the reality of one.

Yang Liang had already resolved to treat Lin Li even better in the future.

"Mm-mm, okay."

Yang Liang knew Lin Li was perfunctory, but he believed that one day he would truly enable Lin Li to completely drop his pretenses before him.

"Alright, then Uncle has nothing else; go attend class." Actually, Sun Ying had finished her tug-of-war nearby and was waiting for him, so he said this.

The road to protecting this child is long, but I also have plenty of time.

"Okay, bye-bye, Uncle Yang."

Class was already in session, but it didn't matter much, since it was just an English class not recognized by the system.

The five parted ways at the office door, and Lin Li followed Xue Jian back to the classroom.

"Lin Li, what exactly did you... What are you doing?" Xue Jian finally could not suppress the curiosity of a serious middle-aged man and wanted to ask Lin Li for specific details, only to see him stuffing a pennant into his crotch.

Truly a talent capable of going undercover in a massage parlor; his behavior and demeanor possessed a very distinctive aura.

However, Xue Jian thought of the "Vanguard Commander of Anti-Prostitution" written on the pennant and suddenly understood Lin Li's action.

But if this pennant were discovered, it would be difficult to explain.

And with Lin Li currently wearing a short-sleeved shirt and summer pants, the pennant was indeed hard to hide.

"Give me the pennant," Xue Jian said.

"Sure, Teacher; since there's no name on it anyway, if you like it, I'll give it to you! I noticed your office doesn't have a single pennant; this would enrich it nicely." Lin Li happily handed this hot potato to Xue Jian.

"I meant for you to come to the office tonight after returning home to take it away!" Xue Jian immediately emphasized.

He wouldn't want this thing even if it were given to him.

Hanging a "Vanguard Commander of Anti-Prostitution" on the wall would make parents think the class he taught was some kind of brothel when they saw it.

As for "Heroic Youth," was there any youth who looked like him?

"Oh, oh." Lin Li nodded.

The two continued walking.

Xue Jian suddenly reacted: "You said I have no pennants?!"

Lin Li: "..."

"That's not true, Teacher; you misheard," Lin Li quickly explained, while out of the corner of his eye, he noticed Xue Jian's complexion seemed somewhat off.

"Is that so."

"Mm."

The two continued walking.

Ten seconds passed.

"Teacher does have pennants! They're just not hung in the office! It's easy to mislead other parents into sending them too, which would create a bad influence," Xue Jian emphasized again.

Lin Li accompanied him with a smile, brushing it off.

The more one emphasizes something, the less one actually has of it.

"This matter is over; you don't need to overthink it. Go back and attend class properly. Your ranking upon enrollment was quite good, but it has dropped considerably now, Lin Li." Having reached the second floor where Class Four and the office were located, Xue Jian said this to Lin Li.

The five had already agreed that this incident would not be specially publicized within the school; a commendation letter without detailed specifics would be posted on the bulletin board, and that would be the end of it.

Hearing these words, the familiar, terrifying oppressive feeling of a middle-aged old man immediately surged up.

"Okay, Teacher." Lin Li nodded.

"I really do have pen..."

Lin Li had already turned around and was on his way back to the classroom, his pace even a bit faster.

Bai Bufan and several other classmates stood in the corridor holding English books.

They had probably been dragged out to recite from memory.

The few of them also noticed Lin Li, their faces full of curiosity, wanting to know exactly what he had been doing.

"I'm back!" Lin Li spread his arms, feeling like Jordan returning to the basketball court, about to cause a sensation.

Bai Bufan: "Hello Back, my name is Bufan, nice to meet you!"

Lin Li: "?"

The atmosphere instantly vanished; where did this English illiterate come from?

At this moment, the English teacher, who happened to be walking to the door, heard this dialogue, and the corners of his mouth twitched slightly.

"Student Back, you stay behind too; recite yesterday's passage."

Lin Li: "..."

Wasn't Bai Bufan the one spouting nonsense in English? Why was he the one suffering the consequences?

Strongly recommending the latest masterpiece by this ten-thousand-subscription grandmaster.

It's guaranteed to be interesting; it can be considered a fun novel, good to read, love to read.

Synopsis:

After transmigrating, Luke had no system and mediocre talent; he originally intended to live a plain life...

But he unexpectedly encountered himself from another world.

Talents, skills, stats shared... Every Luke is a golden finger for the others!

One Luke: As the power-wielder of Zuo Ruotong, my left hand wields Reverse Life and my right hand the Spirit of God, shaking the world of extraordinary beings...

Hogwarts Luke: Although I absorbed Voldemort's soul, everyone says I am a model student of excellent character and studies; it's just that Dumbledore is always watching me.

Naruto Luke: I didn't intend to stir up trouble, but with Tobirama Senju and Izuna Uchiha inside me, the more excited they get, the stronger I become...

One Piece Luke: Old Man, having obtained the Dark-Dark Fruit, I am now an Admiral; it is time to reshape the world!

Bleach Luke: Captain Aizen... when did you get the mistaken impression that I was hypnotized by Kyōka Suigetsu?

Dragon Raja Luke: Old Chu, the Maybach is indeed a fine car, but for ramming Odin's chariot, nothing beats our dump truck!

All Lukes: "My achievements today are entirely due to my own sweat and effort, with not a single point of stats!"

"Simultaneous Transmigration," "Comprehensive Anime," "Shared Talents," "Refreshing Fun"





(End of Chapter)