Chapter 151 - Base Extra Update for Book Friend Nian·Xian Part 3

However, there were exceptions, such as Zhang Ru, who sat on the ground with a calm expression, showing no interest in joining the bustling crowd.

On the other hand, Zhang Wei excitedly said to Zhang Ru, “Bro, have we arrived in heaven?

There are so many pretty girls.”

“Look at you, you have the face of a lecherous pig.

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After all, we come from a major guild.

Haven’t you ever seen pretty girls before?

These are just above average, not stunning.

Don’t be so graceless.

Someone might think we’ve just crawled out of some backwater if they didn’t know any better.

Remember, stay cool!

There’s a saying, ‘A true man stands between heaven and earth, unaffected even if mountains crumble around him.’ Learn it well…”

Zhang Ru was in the middle of his lecture when he suddenly froze.

He saw Qian Chengxue, Sun Li, Zi Qing, Chen Xijie, Zhou Qian, Zi Die, and other high-ranking officials walking over.

Zhang Ru had a hard time swallowing his saliva.

“So many beauties!

Each one prettier than the last.”

“Bro, there are, there are so many beauties, I don’t even know which one to choose.

Bro, which one do you think I should go for?” Zhang Wei asked in extreme excitement.

Zhang Ru simply put his hand over Zhang Wei’s face.

“Get lost!

Choose what?

If any of them even look at you, consider yourself lucky beyond belief.”

Having said that, Zhang Ru eagerly went up to greet Qian Chengxue and the others, with a big smile on his face.

“Hello there!”

Chen Xijie, who was standing next to Qian Chengxue, had her heart skip a beat when she saw Zhang Ru coming over.

She said with a hint of surprise,

“Zhang Ru, senior.”

Zhang Ru was also startled and looked at Chen Xijie with curiosity, sizing her up!

She seemed somewhat familiar; he supposed she must be a junior from his school.

But he really couldn’t remember; there were just too many girls chasing him back at the academy.

“So you are Zhang Ru?”

Qian Chengxue cast a cold glance over Zhang Ru.

He seemed alright at a glance, but she couldn’t tell if he was as exceptional as Chen Xijie had praised.

“Yes, and may I ask who you are, miss?”

“This is our Legion Leader Sister Xue, I’m Chen Xijie; next to me is Sister Sun Li, Sister Zi Qing…”

Chen Xijie excitedly introduced them to Zhang Ru.

“Hello, hello, I want to express my deepest gratitude for saving our lives.

On behalf of all the brothers who were rescued, thank you sincerely.

We from the Blazing Flame Guild will certainly remember this kindness…”

Zhang Ru, with a smile, reached out his hand to shake hands in thanks.

However, Qian Chengxue had no intention of shaking hands, and when Zhang Ru saw her indifferent eyes, the smile on his face twitched slightly, creating an awkward atmosphere.

At that moment, Sun Li politely reached out her hand to shake hands with Zhang Ru.

“There’s no need to be so formal.”

“There is a need!

How could we not?

Without you all, we would have been goners,”

Zhang Ru said, climbing the social ladder by shaking hands with Sun Li incessantly.

Sun Li’s mouth twitched very slightly as she quietly withdrew her hand.

“It’s nothing.”

At this point, Zhang Ru boldly extended his hand to the others.

“It’s not too much to be courteous; you all are my life-saving benefactors.

I don’t know how else to express my gratitude.”

Zhou Qian and others, out of politeness, also shook his hand briefly, though there were exceptions.

For instance, Chen Xijie was very eager to shake hands with Zhang Ru, but at this moment, Zhang Ru’s gaze landed on Zi Qing, and his eyes suddenly lit up, his heart pounding with excitement.

“You are Miss Zi Qing, right…”

“Yes, hello, Mr.

Zhang Ru.

I’ve heard so much about you, I never expected to meet you here today,”

Zi Qing said calmly as she shook hands with Zhang Ru.

“Really?

Haha!

Am I that famous?”

Zhang Ru responded in a rather playful manner.

“It is quite famous, but its abilities seem not that great.

Not as good as our Sister Zi Qing.

You guys were completely routed by those submarines, while our Zi Qing sent all those fellows to the deep sea to feed the fish,” Zhou Qian said ungraciously, feeling that the man before her, although handsome, was nothing but a smooth talker.

Not very reliable, and not a patch on Su Mo.

Even though Su Mo might be a bit low on emotional intelligence, he at least gave a sense of trust and security.

At that moment, Su Mo, who was enjoying the sea breeze, felt an inexplicable itch in his nose and couldn’t help sneezing, murmuring to himself.

“Could it be caught a cold from the sea breeze for too long?”

Normally, anyone who heard Zhou Qian’s words would feel extremely embarrassed.

Unfortunately for her, Zhang Ru not only felt no embarrassment but excitedly said to Zi Qing.

“So, you’re the captain of The Crane Orchid!

I was so impressed by your command in battle just now.

I always thought it was some senior directing the fight, but to my surprise, it was you.

Actually, I’m really obsessed with naval warfare; I don’t know if Miss Zi Qing has the time, or is willing, to give me some pointers?

Of course, my treat for a meal….”

Zhang Ru openly asked Zi Qing out.

Zi Qing was slightly taken aback and declined somewhat awkwardly.

“I don’t think it’s necessary.

I was able to win not because I’m that talented but because The Crane Orchid is strong.

I reckon any commander performing normally could have won!”

“Modesty, pure modesty.”

The more Zhang Ru looked at Zi Qing, the more he liked her.

Off to the side, Chen Xijie was frozen on the spot, watching Zhang Ru’s eager courting of Zi Qing with growing discontent in her heart.

“Move on, everyone.

Those who need to rest, rest.

Maintain the best mental state, ready to deal with any crisis,” Qian Chengxue said indifferently, putting an end to the farce.

“Yes!”

Zi Qing and the others hastily complied.

The crowd dispersed soon after, and Chen Xijie hesitated, wanting to stay, but then Sun Li called out to her.

“Xijie, it’s time to go.”

“Oh, right.”

Chen Xijie, a bit preoccupied, followed along.

Zhang Ru watched Zi Qing’s retreating figure with a dreamy expression.

“Big brother, she’s long gone.”

“Shut up, don’t I know that?”

Sea Breeze Island Base (Occupied by the Sky Dragon Guild)

Around the large island, a defensive barrier over twenty meters tall had been erected at the periphery.

This barrier was reinforced and cast on top of the base’s original defensive structures, and every so often, heavy artillery was set up along it!

Players in uniform combat attire operated those heavy cannons and various weapons, continuously unleashing a barrage of firepower towards the distant sea!

Gazing over the vast ocean, one could see figures swiftly cutting across the sea surface, heading towards Sea Breeze Island.

As they got close, monstrous humanoid creatures, each five meters tall and incredibly ugly, with gills on their faces, eyes like obsidian, bodies covered in backward spines, insect-like feet, razor-sharp claws, and long tails, emerged from the water.

Type I Alien Mutant Species – Black Salamander Beast!

They moved with incredible agility and swiftness, darting through the intense barrage of fire and heading straight toward the defense barrier.

The vast majority of the Black Salamander Beasts were blown up as they approached, unwillingly falling to the ground and oozing black blood all over their bodies.

Only a few Black Salamander Beasts reached the base of the barrier and skillfully started climbing up!