Confessing to someone who thinks I'm a fat otaku, and then crying when monsters descend?

Chen Nian and others waited outside.

Those superhumans in line, wary of Uesawa Sakura's strength, dared not make a move rashly, but continued to mock her relentlessly.

"The master craftsman has been forging equipment for so long, and I've never seen him give anyone special treatment!"

"Heh, you just had to come up here and act like a fool. You'll see when they pour cold water on you."

At this moment, the apprentice from before hurriedly came to Chen Nian.

"Guest, please wait a moment, Master said he...he'll be out soon."

No sooner had he finished speaking than Tang Zhu's shouts came from behind: "Don't rush, I'm already out, get out of the way!"

This was a burly middle-aged man wearing a leather apron stained with iron dust and sweat, his rough hands covered with calluses and small burn scars.

Upon seeing him, a great commotion immediately broke out behind him.

"Master Tang Zhu has emerged!"

"It's finally here after all this time! I can finally craft equipment!"

"Wait... why did the master appear as soon as this kid arrived? This must be a coincidence!"

Unexpectedly, Tang Zhu didn't even glance at the others and walked straight towards Chen Nian.

He held the dark, unrecognizable material as if it were a priceless treasure, and asked in a trembling voice, "Young man... no, distinguished guest! Is this material yours?"

"Yes."

"Okay...okay...please make sure I help you craft the equipment!"

Tang Zhu's face grew increasingly excited; the furnace hadn't even been lit yet, but his face was already glowing.

The apprentices around were dumbfounded.

What's going on here?

The master never lacks guests, and he is quite easygoing, never showing any particular kindness to anyone.

A week ago, a high-ranking mayor arrived, and my master's attitude towards him was quite ordinary. How could it be like this now?!

"This... Master, have you taken the wrong medicine?"

The other customers in line were in an uproar and loudly protested and complained.

"Master Tang Zhu, this kid cut in line!"

"Yes, he didn't even wait in line. Master, you mustn't let him get away with this!"

"Tell him to get down and line up. Otherwise, what's the point of us waiting in line for so long?"

Chen Nian smiled and took the materials back: "Since everyone is protesting so much, I'll go down and join the queue. Cutting in line is really not a good thing."

"Wait, no!"

Tang Zhu hurriedly stopped Chen Nian and turned to the others, scolding, "Who told you he cut in line? Didn't you see I was the one asking him to let me forge equipment?!"

Everyone gaped, "Huh?"

"Shut the hell up! If this VIP leaves today, I'm closing down, and nobody's getting any more business!"

After hearing this, the people looked at each other in bewilderment.

Some people's faces were filled with disbelief, while others couldn't help but twitch their lips!

What exactly happened today?

Master Tang Zhu has always been proud and refused any bribes. How did he become such a sycophant now?

Who exactly is this person that a master blacksmith would treat him like this?

"Brother! I'll waive your deposit and any crafting fees, and I'll even use my own rare metals for free, all I ask is that you let me craft this piece of material!"

Chen Nian shrugged: "I couldn't refuse the master's kind invitation. As you all can see, I really didn't intend to cut in line."

Everyone: ......

Those who were just mocking him now seem to have their throats blocked, unable to utter a single word.

Who could have imagined it would end up like this?

They didn't even dare to meet Chen Nian's gaze, afraid of being too embarrassed to lift their heads.

The apprentices: "This is truly something I've never seen before..."

As an observer, Uesawa Sakura originally thought that Chen Nian would reveal his identity, but it turned out that it was not necessary at all.

Based on her guess, the material was definitely of extraordinary value, and using it to forge equipment would be of great benefit to the blacksmith; otherwise, it wouldn't have attracted him so much.

As expected of someone who remains silent...

Only he can save my brother.

Chen Nian was invited into the blacksmith shop alone, and even several apprentices were forbidden from entering.

At the table, Tang Zhu eagerly asked, "What kind of equipment do you intend to forge with this material, young brother?"

"Repair this weapon." Chen Nian took out the broken Jinglong Blade.

"This... is a legendary weapon!"

Tang Zhu was greatly alarmed.

He had seen many legendary weapons, but this was the first time he had ever seen one that could destroy a legendary weapon!

What kind of terrifying battle must have taken to break such a high-level weapon?

He dared not think about it, but he vaguely guessed that the boy's identity was definitely not ordinary.

"Alright, I will definitely do my best. Not only can I repair this weapon, but I should also be able to improve its quality." Tang Zhu patted his chest, making a solemn vow.

"How long will it take?" Chen Nian asked.

"To forge this kind of equipment, it must be hammered at least tens of thousands of times, and it will take at least seven days!"

"Okay, as soon as possible."

Chen Nian calculated the time.

Uesawa Naoki will be publicly tried on the afternoon of the eighth day at the Sakura National University Plaza; time is very tight.

After giving his instructions, Chen Nian handed all the materials to Tang Zhu and left Wolong Mountain with Shang Zeying.

No sooner had he left than Tang Zhu's apprentice came out to announce it.

"Master said that I will be in seclusion for the next seven days and will not accept any forging work!"

This statement immediately caused a huge uproar.

"I wonder who that person is, that he actually made Master Tang Zhu go into seclusion for seven days, just to create something for him alone."

"It's really a bit scary... Maybe we're just underestimating them."

"Don't you realize that the girls around that guy are all so beautiful? How bad can you be?"

.........

The next few days were spent waiting, and Chen Nian had nothing to do.

There's a saying that goes something like this.

When there's work to be done, the secretary does it; when there's nothing to do, the secretary does it.

Chen Nian's current female secretary is Shang Zeying. She now takes care of Chen Nian's daily life, runs errands, and acts as his bodyguard.

When they went out to buy things, Chen Nian would always have his hands in his pockets, while Shang Zeying would do the hard work behind him.

The passersby were shocked and began to discuss what kind of beast the man was, making such a beautiful girl do such hard labor!

Uesawa Sakura was hardworking and conscientious in everything she did, and never uttered a single complaint.

But as time went by and her brother's public trial drew closer, she began to panic.

That day, Chen Nian was lying on a chair on the balcony, basking in the sun.

Uesawa Sakura placed the milk tea she had just bought on the table and stood beside him without leaving.

Chen Nian glanced at her: "You have something to say?"

"What's your decision?" Uesawa Sakura finally asked.

"Oh, you mean that? No rush."

Seeing the man lie down again after answering, Uesawa Sakura couldn't help but feel angry: "There are only three days left. If we don't get back now, it will be too late!"

"No rush."

"You've been spending your days eating, drinking, and having fun. If you're not planning to help, please stop making a scene for me!"

Shangze Ying was very angry at Chen Nian's indifferent attitude.

Even when she was angry, she didn't speak loudly; because of her petite stature, she had a somewhat fierce and endearing quality.

After a long silence, Chen Nian looked at Shang Zeying and said, word by word:

"I won't go back with you."