He rembered that at this point in his previous life, they would have already finished the wedding and returned ho.
Filled with confusion, Zhang Beixing called his mom. He then found out that his mom, dad, and grandparents were still vacationing in Sanya, being enthusiastically hosted by their relatives there.
After confirming that his mom and the others were fine, Zhang Beixing started to worry about his own predicant. Since he couldn’t return ho, it seed he would have to spend the night on the streets. He couldn’t possibly go camping on West Yin Mountain again; that obviously wasn’t realistic.
So, to find a place to stay, Zhang Beixing contacted people he knew, asking if they had any good suggestions. In the end, Lin Siqi provided the answer: "I’m renting a place off-campus. Do you want to co and stay?"
Seeing Lin Siqi’s invitation to live together, Zhang Beixing, this innocent and shy young man, had never encountered such a situation. He imdiately beca embarrassed, then accepted without hesitation and moved into Lin Siqi’s small rented apartnt that very night, living and sharing als with her.
It was only then that Zhang Beixing finally understood what it ant to be "so happy in this new place that he’d forgotten all thoughts of returning ho"! Why were sensual pleasures described as a bone-scraping steel knife, and alcohol as a gut-penetrating poison? Because those two things were damn addictive!
After they crossed that line, Zhang Beixing and Lin Siqi’s relationship heated up incredibly fast. Living together also ant that whenever they had free ti, they would stick close, watch TV, binge-watch series, go shopping, play gas, and end the day with a ga of poker.
And so, the days passed, one after another.
In the blink of an eye, it was August 3rd, a Thursday. At ten in the morning, Zhang Beixing and Lin Siqi were nestled on the couch, eating potato chips and binge-watching shows, enjoying their comfortable life.
Just then, DING-DONG! A ssage ca through. It was a voice ssage from his mom, who had spent an entire month vacationing in Sanya.
Seeing this, Zhang Beixing paused in surprise and then played it. He heard his mother’s voice: "Hey, son, we’re back from Sanya! It must have been tough living away from ho all this ti. Hurry back! We’re already off the high-speed train and will be ho soon."
Hearing this, Zhang Beixing was slightly taken aback. So you actually rembered to co back, huh?
Then he looked at Lin Siqi and asked, "Sister Qi, my parents are back from Sanya. Do you want to co ho with and et them?"
Lin Siqi paused, stunned for a mont, then shook her head. "No, I don’t think so. I’m not ntally prepared yet. Let’s talk about it after we graduate."
"Alright, then I’ll go back by myself. I’ll probably stay at ho for a couple of days. If you miss , feel free to video call anyti."
"Got it. You go ahead. I also need to get ready and go to work soon. I’ll see you on video tonight."
"Okay!"
Zhang Beixing nodded, then picked up his phone and replied to his mom with an "Okay." He packed his things and took the 556 bus back ho.
「anwhile, as Zhang Beixing was on his way ho...」
「Elsewhere, at the Shishi high-speed train station.」
Carrying large and small bags, Zhang Beixing’s dad, mom, and grandparents—the whole family—had just gotten off the high-speed train and were hurrying towards the station exit. On their way out of the station, they passed a group of distinguished-looking people dressed in Zhongshan suits. The group included middle-aged and elderly individuals, apparently waiting to pick soone up.
This made Zhang Beixing’s mother take a second look, and as she did, she let out a soft exclamation of surprise. Zhang Beixing’s mother tugged at his father’s arm. "Honey, did you hear them? I think they just ntioned Beixing’s na."
"Beixing’s na? You must have misheard. Look at that group; they’re clearly wealthy and influential, not ordinary people. Why would they be talking about our Beixing for no reason? Co on, stop imagining things. Let’s hurry ho. I haven’t seen my good son in four months! I can’t believe he’s stirred up so much. When we get back, I definitely need to have a good couple of drinks with him!"
"Drink, drink, drink! That’s all you think about all day. Can’t you ever be serious?"
"Hey, how am I not being serious? I drink, sure, but I don’t get drunk. What’s wrong with enjoying a couple of small drinks?"
"Oh, get lost..."
Amidst the bickering between Zhang Beixing’s mother and father, their group gradually walked farther away.
But as it turned out, Zhang Beixing’s mother hadn’t misheard at all. The group was indeed discussing their precious son, Zhang Beixing! However, unlike the casual attitude of Zhang Beixing’s parents, they spoke of Zhang Beixing with far greater respect.
"It’s truly unexpected! At such a young age, Zhang Beixing already possesses such strength and has beco a Grandmaster. His future is limitless! He might very well be the youngest Grandmaster in history!"
"Quiet! How dare you address Grandmaster Zhang by his full na so casually? Show so respect for your seniors!"
"I wonder if Grandmaster Zhang is married or betrothed. If not, my daughter has co of age; it’s about ti she got married!"
"Give a break! Your daughter, weighing nearly two hundred pounds despite being less than five feet tall—what’s that internet slang? A ’Tiger Tank’! You’re trying to set Grandmaster Zhang up for a disaster!"
"I wonder about Grandmaster Zhang’s temperant and personality. If we visit him so abruptly without an invitation, I hope it won’t displease him."
"It should be fine. We’re all visiting with gifts; we’re not here to cause trouble."
"This news ca from the Chen Family. Is Elder Chen already on his way?"
"He might not have departed yet. But this ti, all the renowned figures from Northern River’s martial arts community have co. It’s truly an unprecedented gathering; it’s been many years since we’ve seen such excitent."
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