CHAPTER 633: SOMEONE COMING TO ROB US?

At that moment, Jing Shu spoke with half-closed eyes, her words imbued with nonchalance, "What Liu said is exactly what I wanted to say."

The atmosphere in the private room grew colder once again. No one had expected Jing Shu to be so dismissive and domineering. She didn’t even seem to consider Young Master Lan. In their eyes, he was the campus big brother—a person of wealth, status, and power, who now controlled the coveted electricity network. That was old Niu at his peak of power; but where did Jing Shu get the resources to stand up to Young Master Lan?

In the past few years, Young Master Lan had even become the proverbial breadwinner, the boss, the big brother for many people.

"Young Master Lan has humbled himself to seek peace, Jing Shu, why are you still acting like this?"

"Yeah, really, what’s all this about? It’s just a bunch of insects; is it necessary to be so impressively intense?"

"Exactly, you really think too highly of yourself. Who in Wu City doesn’t need electricity? Who doesn’t end up asking Young Master Lan for help?"

Young Master Lan’s face grew even darker, turning a shade of purple as he clenched his fist and pointed at Jing Shu, nodding angrily, "Fine, fine, Jing Shu! You just wait!" But he didn’t dare to utter harsher words, because, after all... they were really in desperate need of food right now!

Jing Shu remained languid, clearly not taking Young Master Lan seriously, not even bothering to shift her position or change her posture.

Gold Dominator watched the drama unfold with glee, munching on the food from the tray in his hand. In the end, he shook his head in disdain, as if he was just making do with the meal. He was actually hoping for a fight to break out between the two.

As the tension between both sides escalated, the atmosphere one of drawn swords and aimed crossbows, the door suddenly burst open.

A chubby man rushed in frantically, shouting, "Daddy, Daddy, quick, we have to get out of here, follow me!"

Gold Dominator, who had been enjoying the show, frowned. "Uncle, what’s all the panic about? What happened? Is it a robbery or something?" As he spoke, Gold Dominator grew excited. It’s been years since the apocalypse; could there still be such brazen acts? We’ve put on such a big show this time, and of course, we’ve taken precautions. There are plenty of armed forces hidden away. If anyone is foolish enough to try something, then there’ll be quite a spectacle!

As if to confirm the uncle’s words, the entire New World Building trembled slightly, and a rolling rumble could be heard from outside.

Uneasy murmurs filled the hall, and even the auction was temporarily halted. Xiao Shuai, the host, told everyone to stay calm and remain in place without panicking. He then activated the alarm and reassured everyone with a steady voice, "Don’t be afraid. No matter what we encounter, there are powerful armed forces outside... Our job is not to add to the chaos... blah blah blah..."

Jun Jia, sweating bullets, urged, "My ancestors, don’t add to the chaos, just come with me, hurry!" It would be too late if they didn’t leave now!

The surroundings grew quiet as everyone seemed to realize the gravity of the situation. If even a figure like Gold Dominator is about to ’seek refuge,’ this probably isn’t a good sign!

Gold Dominator was completely unconcerned. What kind of violent storm haven’t I seen? There’s even a military unit from the Township Government here today, my father’s men. What’s there to be afraid of?

"Let’s go, let’s go! Oh right, what about the people I brought? Should they come along too?" Gold Dominator didn’t forget to look out for his underlings before leaving. This made Young Master Lan, whose face was an iron-blue, feel a bit better, though he also started to feel nervous. Could this really be a once-in-a-century robbery? If so, it would be safer to follow Gold Dominator.

Jun Jia tugged on Gold Dominator, heading towards the exit. "These friends of yours will have to wait for the next trip. There are only a few spots available now. I’ve arranged for Xiao Zhang and the others to look after your friends; don’t worry... Oh, Jing Shu, you’re here too? Let’s go, hurry up and follow me..."

Jing Shu furrowed her brow but then nodded. She quickly stood up, picked up the ever-present black case in her hand, and signaled Liu with her eyes to follow. The other man assigned to serve Jing Shu spoke briskly, "I’ll go check on Captain Wang Miao’s situation first."

Jing Shu realized something was amiss. True to her fearful and cautious nature, she had placed several snakes and insects at the entrance and around the area when she arrived, just in case any danger arose.

Although it doesn’t seem like we’ve encountered a ’robbery,’ these creatures are all sending out feelings of unease—intense unease!

Something significant might be about to happen!

Gold Dominator was pulled and dragged away. Even then, he was reluctant, saying, "Let me at least bring someone! Young Master Lan, let Young Master Lan follow me first." Among all these people, Young Master Lan is the best at saying pleasing things, and he’s comfortable to have around.

"There’s no time, hurry up and go. I’ll have someone look after your friend," Jun Jia said, getting impatient.

Gold Dominator protested, "Why does Jing Shu get to bring someone and I can’t? I want to bring someone too! Young Master Lan, come with me, hurry up! I can’t believe this!"

Young Master Lan scurried after him like a clingy plaster that couldn’t be shaken off, clinging tightly to Gold Dominator.

They left behind a crowd with complicated expressions.

"They’re gone, they’ve all gone... It seems this time the situation isn’t good."

"They actually didn’t take us with them! It’s too infuriating!"

"What exactly happened?"

At this moment, Jiang Changke stepped forward. "We’d better not run around wildly. If something happens later, let’s follow the host Xiao Shuai; I think he’s definitely safe. Besides, we’re so poor, the robbers probably won’t even look twice at us. Women, make yourselves look uglier; men, make yourselves look more pitiful..."

Jiang Changke, like a lone star appearing in the pitch-black night, suddenly offered these classmates a brilliant idea.

Elsewhere, Jun Jia frantically led Jing Shu, Liu, Gold Dominator, and Young Master Lan out of the building.

At this moment, Young Master Lan had a realization. Does Jing Shu have some connection to Gold Dominator’s family? Otherwise, why would Gold Dominator’s uncle specifically call for her and no one else? Jing Shu’s identity... it’s truly a mystery. What kind of person is she really? I always thought she was just an unremarkable person, not even popular enough to be considered an internet celebrity.

While running, Jing Shu sent out more snakes to find out what was going on, but soon, she understood the situation.

Outside the New World Building, everything was a chaotic mess. So, it’s not a robbery. Jing Shu felt somewhat relieved. Not that I was afraid, but it wouldn’t have been worth it if I had to expose my strength or anything else.

But soon, Jing Shu cursed aloud. If her feelings at that moment had to be described in two words, it would be "Damn it!"

"It’s over, we can’t make it! We’re completely separated! You kid, you were dawdling!" Jun Jia scolded Gold Dominator, who, still looking bewildered, asked, "What’s wrong? What happened that has you so worked up?"

"A mudslide! It’s coming!"