Villain: After I died, all the heroines cried themselves to sleep.

"Why isn't there even a hairdryer?"

Ms. Kobayashi complained.

"They're using my apartment's bathroom and complaining about this and that. I live alone and don't even need a hairdryer."

Luo Chuan laughed in exasperation.

They're really not being polite at all, treating this place like their own home, huh?

"The apartment is so empty, it won't hurt to have a few more appliances on hand. Who knows, they might come in handy next time."

As Ms. Kobayashi spoke, she put her wet hair up and wrapped it in a towel.

"There's going to be a next time? To be honest, Ms. Kobayashi, you shouldn't have used my bathroom in the first place."

Luo Chuan was speechless.

Generally speaking, aren't women usually quite averse to taking a bath in someone else's house?

He figured that Ms. Kobayashi wasn't the frivolous type of woman; she maintained appropriate social distance with everyone, otherwise she wouldn't be single now.

Why can he use the bathroom in his apartment without any fuss?

"It's all because you caused me trouble again, making me work overtime during the summer vacation to clean up your mess."

Ms. Kobayashi glared at him with displeasure.

However, because of the kidnapping case that happened a few days ago, as Luo Chuan and Xu Xiaojin's tutor and advisor, she naturally had to come and inquire about the situation.

Then Luo Chuan entrusted him with everything, negotiating with the Supermarket Management Bureau on follow-up matters and demanding the reward for capturing the criminals.

Ultimately, they secured a reward of 20 million yuan for Luo Chuan.

Thinking about it this way, Ms. Kobayashi was still busy taking care of me during the holidays, rushing over to tell me the results and giving me another round of lectures.

Lending the bathroom to take a shower is no big deal.

"But to be fair, this wasn't me who caused the trouble; it was purely an act of heroism."

Luo Chuan said confidently.

"The prerequisite for acting bravely and righteously is that you must first ensure your own safety."

Ms. Kobayashi rolled her eyes at Luo Chuan, then sighed.

"Sigh... Luo Chuan, I know you are very strong, but you should know that you are still just a student, and you are facing a vicious criminal gang that is two levels above you."

"You only needed to tell the Supermarket Management Bureau your location, why did you have to intercept them alone? You can't always rely on luck, or something bad will happen sooner or later."

"You don't take good care of yourself. I hope you understand that you are not alone. There are many people who care about you and are concerned about you."

In the end, Ms. Lin practically poured her heart out to Luo Chuan.

Luo Chuan was unaware of what the others were thinking.

At least the Ms. Kobayashi in front of him was genuinely kind to him.

The last time Luo Chuan felt this kind of care and love from an elder to a younger generation was when he was Luo Tian, ​​from Empress Xuan.

"Okay, Ms. Kobayashi, I promise I'll be more careful in the future."

Luo Chuan scratched his head and said sincerely.

"Then I'll believe your promise. You'd better keep your word."

Ms. Kobayashi glanced at Luo Chuan, then muttered something under her breath.

"If you break the agreement, I'll chain you up and lock you in a cage."

"..."

Is this threat serious?

Luo Chuan felt a bit chilly; winter was probably approaching.

Fortunately, after Ms. Lin finished speaking, she blushed with embarrassment.

It seems the other party was just joking.

Luo Chuan secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

The misunderstanding has been cleared up.

"By the way, is this invitation you have from the Lu family?"

Ms. Kobayashi asked casually.

"Yes, because I rescued Lu Zhiyao from the kidnappers, her family hosted a banquet for me to express their gratitude."

Luo Chuan shrugged and answered casually.

Upon hearing this, Ms. Kobayashi's expression turned somewhat strange.

"You'd better not think things are so naive. You've met Commander Lu before, haven't you? My family and the Lu family have some history. As far as I know, Commander Lu has been looking for a husband for his granddaughter."

"Who is his granddaughter? Lu Zhiyao?"

Luo Chuan raised his eyebrows.

"This is a bit outrageous! Is the Lu family motto 'Take what you can get and repay kindness with enmity'?"

Although Lu Zhiyao is indeed very beautiful, she is basically useless otherwise.

She's not very bright, has a terrible personality, and really thinks she's some kind of rich girl.

At most, it might only occupy a virginity.

This kind of woman is definitely a trap.

If I had to say something, she's not even as honest as Ms. Kobayashi.

Both in appearance and ability, he is impeccable.

The only regret is that she's a bit older in terms of generation and about ten years younger, already past her youthful years...

"Are you making some strange comparisons or thinking something very rude?"

Ms. Kobayashi stared at Luo Chuan expressionlessly.

"...Teacher Kobayashi, please don't overthink it. After all, it's an invitation from the Lu family, one of the four great families. I'm just considering whether or not to attend."

Luo Chuan quickly waved his hand with a dry laugh.

"If you don't want to go, just refuse. Don't worry about the Lu family making things difficult for you. After all, I'm your tutor, and I'll help you handle anything that happens."

Ms. Kobayashi said dismissively.

"Should I refuse...?"

Luo Chuan glanced at the system pop-up window beside him.

As the mastermind behind an invisible empire, how could he not have his own network of connections? He secretly manipulates powerful families, seizes power worldwide, and becomes the uncrowned king lurking in the shadows.

[Objective: Attend the Lu family's banquet and establish a connection with this wealthy and powerful family.]

[Reward: 50 Destiny Points.]

"Don't get too fat, or you'll be killed!" — Child laborer at a bathhouse

The reward of 50 Fate Points is already more than enough.

Unfortunately, Luochuan has no shortage of bicycles now.

"In that case, I'll just refuse."

Luo Chuan made a decision quickly.

Upon hearing his reply, I wondered if it was just my imagination.

Ms. Kobayashi's expression seemed to relax a little unconsciously.

……

A few days later, Luo Chuan received a phone call from an unknown number.

"We kindly invited you to a banquet, and you actually refused?!"

Lu Zhiyao's exasperated voice came through the receiver.

"We are the Lu family of Gu, Lu, Zhu, and Zhang! Countless people want to get close to us! If it weren't for the fact that you saved me and I wanted to express my gratitude, you wouldn't even be able to get through our door!"

"Then I won't go in, okay?"

Luo Chuan chuckled.

"If you really want to thank me, I suggest you give me all the money in cash, since I'm short on cash anyway."

"Damn it! I won't allow you to refuse!"

"I won't allow you to refuse me!"

"...You just wait and see, I will definitely let you participate!"

"Why do I have to participate? It's really weird for me to go to your house alone!"

"..."

Lu Zhiyao didn't say anything more and hung up the phone directly.

"baffling."

Luo Chuan chuckled and shook his head.

Two days later, the Lu family called again, saying they were going to hold an exchange gathering for young talents and sincerely invited Luo Chuan to participate.

"..."

Luo Chuan remained silent.

So you're trying different methods to invite me, aren't you?

Before he could even refuse, the other party hung up the phone.

And shortly thereafter.

Luo Chuan received a call from a third person.

It turned out to be Xu Xiaojin calling. She had also received an invitation from the Lu family and heard that Luo Chuan would be attending. She wanted to ask for advice on what preparations to make.

"I wasn't planning on participating. If you want to participate, you can just ask Lu Zhiyao."

"I'm not actually that close to her..."

Xu Xiaojin explained in a low voice.

Judging from her words, Lu Zhiyao invited her out simply to win her over and, incidentally, to get closer to Luo Chuan.

The two barely communicated in private.

"Then you can choose to decline, since Ms. Kobayashi will cover for you."

"I don't want to give up. I want to make a change. To become stronger, more confident, and able to stand tall in front of Xiaokong."

Xu Xiaojin said as if she had made up her mind.

After hesitating for a moment, she lowered her voice slightly.

"And the only person I can think of who can help me is you..."