Chapter 012: How About a Reward, For Instance, a Passionate Kiss

Zhang Gang was in a foul mood. Suddenly, he understood something—this Song Kai was not foolish at all. The bastard had certainly seen through his intentions! Just now, Song Kai had clearly tried to bring up Luo Feng, using her as leverage to threaten him.

Damn it, when did Song Kai become so sharp?

With a cold snort, Zhang Gang raised his hand and signed the contract. Xu Ling also put her name down, saying, "President Zhang, I hope our future cooperation will go smoothly."

"Yes, let's have a pleasant partnership. Oh, Song Kai, shall we go to the restroom together?" Zhang Gang looked at Song Kai.

Song Kai nodded, "Sure."

The two exchanged smiles, walking toward the restroom like genuine friends. Xu Ling watched them, her eyes shifting. She realized Song Kai was far more capable than she had imagined. Yesterday's banquet and today's contract meeting had both surprised her.

Inside the restroom, Zhang Gang grabbed Song Kai by the collar. "Song Kai, stop playing dumb!"

Song Kai laughed quickly, "Gang, what are you talking about? I don’t understand."

Zhang Gang snorted, staring at him. "Song Kai, did you deliberately get off the plane yesterday? I told you, stay in Tengyun City and you're dead!"

Song Kai shrugged, "Gang, I was actually forced off by a flight attendant. Honestly, I just touched her a bit, and I didn’t expect things to blow up. They locked me in the security room."

Zhang Gang tightened his grip on Song Kai’s collar. "Song Kai, whether you’re pretending or really stupid, let me warn you—if you dare mention my dealings with Luo Feng to Xu Ling, you’re finished. You know how easy it is for me to deal with someone."

Song Kai pushed Zhang Gang away, smiling innocently. "Gang, what are you talking about? Who is Luo Feng? I don’t know her."

Zhang Gang looked at Song Kai, then chuckled. "That’s more like it. That’s my brother! Don’t worry, I’ll speak for you with Big B. Come on."

They returned to the private room, where Xu Ling said, "Oh, President Zhang, excuse me, I have some business to handle. You two carry on; I’ll head back myself."

Song Kai immediately replied, "No way, Ling, you’re my wife. I’d never neglect you. Gang is a man of the world, he won’t mind. We’ll treat him to dinner another time. Right, Gang? We’ll be off then."

"Uh...all right," Zhang Gang grumbled internally.

Song Kai and Xu Ling left the private room. Zhang Gang slammed the table and threw the contract copy to the floor. Damn you, Song Kai! You dare play me? You’re dead!

Gritting his teeth, Zhang Gang picked up his phone and dialed a number. "Hello, Big B..."

...

Song Kai drove Xu Ling back to the company. In the car, Xu Ling turned to him, surprised. "I didn’t know you and Zhang Gang were so close."

Song Kai laughed heartily. "Sister, you don’t actually think we’re friends, do you? We only look friendly because he wants to use me to get close to you, to probe for information. Yesterday, he tried to send me abroad. His motives are simple—he wants to force me away from you so he can pursue you himself, nothing more."

Xu Ling blushed and nodded, "You’re actually quite clever. I always worried you’d get used by others."

Song Kai simply smiled.

Xu Ling waved the contract. "The fact that today’s contract went so smoothly is all thanks to you."

Song Kai grinned smugly, "It’s nothing. I just used his desire for you. He has a lover and is afraid I’ll mention her in front of you, so you saw—when I brought it up, he immediately backed down and signed the contract."

"So that’s how it is," Xu Ling finally understood.

Song Kai parked in front of the company. "No matter what, I played a part this time. Don’t I deserve a reward?"

Xu Ling glared at him. "Stop that nonsense! A reward is due—the ten thousand yuan counts as one."

"Is there nothing else?" Song Kai looked disappointed.

"What more do you want?" Xu Ling’s pretty brows furrowed.

Song Kai leaned in, whispering, "For example, a passionate kiss..."

A slap landed on Song Kai’s shoulder. "Kiss your own sister! Get out!"

"All right, if not a kiss, maybe a movie together? It’s the weekend—my only day off..."

"Get out!" Xu Ling shoved him from the car without looking back. "You’re still a kid, trying to chase girls—what a disgrace! Go to the finance department, get your money, then get lost. Don’t bother me again."

Song Kai watched her swaying hips and legs, swallowing hard...

After collecting his ten thousand yuan, Song Kai returned to the Jiulong Bay neighborhood and bought a season pass at the Black Horse Gym.

Health matters. Even cultivating the Nine Thunder Internal Breath requires a strong body to withstand the shock of lightning. Besides, with his parents suddenly missing and the family bankrupt, it was clearly no accident. Investigating would be perilous.

But there was no need to rush. He’d wait until after the college entrance exam and after mastering the first thunder of Nine Thunder Internal Breath. That would be safer!

Song Kai ran fast on the treadmill. The season pass cost four thousand, a bit pricey, but the equipment was excellent and there were free coaches to consult.

As he worked out, he synchronized his breathing with the Nine Thunder Internal Technique, quickly entering a trance-like state. His endurance soared.

"Hey, hey! Slow down, young man," a middle-aged man nearby wiped sweat from his brow, walked over, and handed Song Kai a bottle of water. "Take it easy. You can’t rush things, you know."

Song Kai merely nodded and continued running. His treadmill showed over fifty thousand meters already, and at high speed.

Tang Zhong watched Song Kai, shaking his head with a sigh. Young people these days were so impatient, always wanting instant results. This kind of training could lead to problems.

Tang Zhong didn’t persuade him further. Feeling his heart act up, he took his towel and left.

Song Kai ran seventy thousand meters before stopping, then trained his arms and legs. With the equipment and the breathing technique, he could feel his physical strength improving rapidly.

It was not until ten at night, when Black Horse Gym closed, that Song Kai reluctantly left with his clothes.

Several coaches stared at him in amazement.

"What a beast. Doesn’t he get tired?"

"If he keeps training at this intensity, he’ll have eight-pack abs in less than a week."

"Is he on something? That skinny frame shouldn’t be able to handle this much, this long."

They shook their heads and turned to messaging female members.

Back home, Song Kai rushed to the shower. Sticky all over, he stripped and checked himself. His pores were exuding foul-smelling, black blood.

"Feels great to get rid of all that blocked filth!" Satisfied, Song Kai showered, then went to bed to meditate.

Early the next morning, Song Kai’s eyes snapped open. He exhaled a mouthful of stale air.

A sense of clarity and vigor filled his entire body.

Checking the time, Song Kai ate a simple breakfast, then slung his backpack and ran toward Tengyun No. 1 High School. Seven kilometers was nothing to him now.

As he neared the school gates, a woman’s cry rang out: "Catch the thief! Thief, my wallet and phone..."