Being handsome comes at a price.
Everyone truly had their doubts about Luo Yu this time, since the mere projection of the Student Council President brought an extremely terrifying sense of oppression, let alone his own admission that he had reached the First Grade realm a year ago—and could such a genius be just an ordinary First Grade?
However, after hearing what Diao Lingluo and Huo Tongtian had said, the dim light in the crowd's eyes reignited, sparking new insights.
At this time, a clear and forceful male voice came from the distance.
"For a mature person, when the timing is not right, it is correct to keep a low profile and accumulate energy, and then burst forth when the opportunity arises."
"But are we the people of society? We're not, we're Martial University freshmen, we're young people, and if young people lack youthful enthusiasm and live like cunning old fellows, can we still call ourselves young people?"
The conflicted hearts of many freshmen trembled, and they looked in the direction of the voice, seeing Luo Yu who had walked over after noticing the commotion here.
Luo Yu spoke up, "Youngsters should have more vitality, more impulsiveness, a bit more fiery blood—that's what youth is truly about."
"The boss is right, what kind of young man doesn't brim with vigor!" Cheng Jinjin roared from behind, completely disregarding the looks of those around him.
Li Zhenyue also nodded in agreement, "Dignity and backbone are two things that one must never lose, no matter the circumstances."
Many freshmen, older students, and even the members of the Student Council brought by Xue Can watched Luo Yu with complex expressions.
If it were someone else speaking such words, they might have thought it disingenuous, nonsense.
But Luo Yu was indeed someone who had come here on impulse.
First, he didn't give Xue Can face, speaking and acting boldly—ready to fight at the slightest disagreement.
Then, facing such a powerful Student Council President, he showed no fear, with a bring-it-on attitude.
Who among the young people didn't have some restlessness within them? Now, it was all being stirred up by Luo Yu.
"That's right!"
"Great Xia has stood unyielding for so many years, it would've been finished long ago if it relied on those who curry favor—it's all because our unyielding ancestors struggled and fought for what we have, wasn't it?"
"Do it! Heads may break, blood may flow, but one's dignity cannot be lost."
"A person needs to have backbone."
The emotions of the thousands of new and old students present were gradually ignited, rising higher and higher, as their eyes began to shine, and they waved their fists.
The instructors watching from afar were somewhat astonished, not expecting a simple verbal fight to escalate like this.
"Elder Yang, what do you think?" One instructor actually did not agree with Luo Yu's words, because he believed that in order to stand firm in society, one must be humble before assertive: "Being unaware of when to advance or retreat often leads to big losses in society."
Yang Cang glanced at him.
"What do you think?"
"Of course it's very good."
He nodded with satisfaction and smiled, "Young people should have this kind of vitality. If they all became worldly-wise, without an unyielding spirit, it would mean that our Great Xia nation truly has no hope."
Hua Yourong's beautiful eyes were full of admiration. She had always felt that current students, having not experienced fighting with ferocious beasts, were too weak and spineless, not resembling men at all, but Luo Yu gave her a completely different impression—unyielding and ready to fight.
"This Xia Luo is really good."
"Such strength is surprisingly impressive, and his character is beyond reproach, totally to my liking."
"He's a raw gem." Yu Chi Youde still couldn't forget how, on the arena stage, this youngster had casually executed the secret technique that he had painstakingly practiced for over a decade.
"Raw gem?" Yang Cang shook his head, "He has already defeated a Third Grade, showing the potential to be unbeatable, and even if he can't catch up with Qin Qi in the next three to five years, he will certainly have a chance to surpass him eventually."
"Surpass Qin Qi, that freak?" Hua Yourong was slightly surprised, but recalling Luo Yu's extraordinary performance, she also nodded, "Indeed, Xia Luo is also a freak, his entrance performance is comparable to Qin Qi's back in the day."
Yu Chi Youde took a deep breath, still remembering when that monster from the Qin Family joined the school and also defeated a Third Grade, and that was an instructor. Eventually, that instructor, unable to face staying in the school, left and joined the military to suppress ferocious beasts.
"All right, I have to go tell the principal about this. Only the principal can protect this Xia Luo from Qin Qi when he returns from the Secret Realm; otherwise, it's going to be trouble when Qin Qi comes back." Yang Cang leaped into the air, hands clasped behind his back, flying towards the building where the principal's office was located.
Luo Yu didn't like the noisy atmosphere and had no interest in the surrounding flattery and adulation; he left the crowd and moved through the campus, heading for his own villa area while casually enjoying the campus's lush scenery and ancient garden-like landscapes.
He didn't notice that among the freshmen, a pair of beautiful eyes that captivated all was continuously watching him, growing increasingly bright and curious, yet not following him.
"Boss, you've really made a name for yourself this time. As a freshman, you've magnificently defeated a Third Grade—an epic battle record!!!" Little Fatty followed behind, his face full of excitement.
Luo Yu stopped in his tracks.
"You,"
"Go back to your own dorm, let me have some peace."
"Alright, boss, take care." Little Fatty made a gesture of invitation and watched Luo Yu leave, his heart brimming with excitement.
He had to call his parents as soon as possible. Cheng Jinjin was blessed with enormous luck; he had just started school and had already found a powerful backer. No, this wasn't just a backer; it was a pillar of heaven.
Meanwhile, in the dorm room, Bai Feng slumped in his chair.
Staring blankly at the screen that had gone dark long ago.
His lips moved, but no words came out for a long time.
"Old Bai! Are you okay?" Li Heizi waved his hand in front of Bai Feng's eyes, asking with concern.
"I'm fine."
"It's nothing."
Bai Feng shook his head, trying to look strong, but as he spoke, tears began to flow uncontrollably.
They were tears of regret and frustration.
"Once there was a golden thigh right in front of me, and I didn't cherish it. My mistake, my huge mistake!!!
Bai Feng cried bitterly, feeling the kind of pain one feels when missing out on fortune.
If only, if only he had listened to even a bit of what Luo Yu had said, he wouldn't be in such a dire situation now; he would have already made his fortune.
He had lost all his points, while Luo Yu had made a clear profit of a million points.
It's not like he could now shamelessly start trying to befriend Luo Yu, Bai Feng thought. He hadn't sunk that low yet.
"Sigh—" Li Heizi also let out a long sigh. If his brother had secured a powerful backer, wouldn't it be equivalent to him securing one too, after rounding up?
But there were no "ifs."
In the garden leading to the villa district of Chuan Province Martial University, a cobblestone path wound its way through the lush greenery, and the exotic flowers and plants that had mutated after the appearance of the Red Moon Fierce Beast released a special mixed fragrance upon a gentle sniff.
Luo Yu walked among them, enjoying the tranquility.
"Student Xia has such refined tastes, to remain so calm even after offending the Student Union President. You're the first one to do so."
A playful female voice rang out. The girl with twin ponytails, wearing the school uniform, leaned against a rockery, her legs wrapped in black tube socks, and her delicate feet in glossy black leather shoes. Bathed in the sunlight, she looked radiant and captivating.
It was none other than Xiao E, who had come to take Xue Can away earlier.
"Are you here to stand up for Xue Can?" Luo Yu's eyes narrowed slightly, his mood soured by the interruption.
The girl shook her head, her twin ponytails swaying gently, with a pink hairband that made her look youthful and lively.
"No, no, no, he got what he deserved. It was his own fault."
"There were too many people earlier, and from the standpoint of the Student Union, I couldn't just say too much, so I waited here for you."
"My name is Bai Xiao'e, twenty-one years old, Third Grade intermediate level."
"Uh..."
The young and beautiful girl took the initiative to make a good impression and then went on to introduce herself, leaving Luo Yu completely bewildered.
What does this mean?
Is this a blind date? She even revealed her age outright.
"Hmm, three years older than me," Luo Yu said without thinking.
"Oh my," Bai Xiao'e waved her hand, "A woman three years older is like a gold brick. Honestly, I find you very appealing."
"Men with personality like yours are hard to find these days..."