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He quickly seized the opportunity to leave the oppressive game room with Sakurai Nanami.
He feared that if he stayed any longer, his self-esteem would be completely shattered.
As night fell, the largest banquet hall on the top floor of Genji Heavy Industries was brightly lit and dazzling. A high-profile victory celebration banquet was being held there.
The long dining table was covered with a clean white tablecloth and filled with exquisite Japanese and Western dishes.
The champagne tower shimmered enticingly under the lights.
All the core family heads and high-ranking members of the Snake Clan gathered together in a warm and solemn atmosphere.
Lu Mingfei was undoubtedly the protagonist, sitting in the first position, with Erii sitting quietly beside him, and Zero and Natsumi sitting on either side.
Genjiro, Sakurai Nanami, Fuma Kotaro, and others took their seats in turn.
The amber liquid in the glass swayed gently, reflecting the dazzling lights.
"Respect to the Immortal of the Road! Eliminate this great scourge from my Snake-Headed Eight Families!" Fuma Kotaro's voice boomed as he raised his cup first.
"Respect to Immortal Lu!"
"Respectfully presented to Princess Liyi!"
Everyone stood up, their faces filled with heartfelt respect and the relief of surviving a disaster.
We are grateful to Lu Mingfei for eradicating the scourge that had been lurking for many years, and we are also glad that our family has found a new and stronger support amidst the upheaval.
The atmosphere was lively, with clinking glasses and a cacophony of voices.
Long-suppressed emotions were released under the influence of alcohol, and the atmosphere in the banquet hall became even more lively.
With fine wine and delicious food, amidst laughter and chatter, everyone temporarily set aside their heavy burdens and immersed themselves in celebration and joy, determined to drink until they were completely drunk tonight.
The top floor of Genji Heavy Industries was brightly lit all night long.
……
The next morning.
The snow fell silently.
Fine snowflakes, like pure white down, drifted silently in the dimly lit morning sky, covering the hustle and bustle of Tokyo and temporarily burying yesterday's fervor.
The area around Genji Heavy Industries Building has finally returned to a rare quiet and peaceful state.
Those girls who flocked there with unrealistic fantasies ultimately couldn't withstand the biting cold of Tokyo's January winter nights and quietly dispersed late at night.
A tall figure, stepping through the newly fallen snow, resolutely walked towards the heavy, massive gate of Genji Heavy Industries, its metal gleaming with a cold, hard sheen.
He was dressed in a well-tailored black winter coat, his figure as straight as a javelin, his face cold and stern, as if sculpted from ice and snow, his eyes sharp and deep—it was Chu Zihang.
As soon as he stepped onto the steps in front of the door, six figures as solid as rocks silently blocked his way, forming a subtle encirclement.
Unlike yesterday when only two people were on duty, the Snake Clan has significantly increased its guard after learning that "Celestial Immortal" Lu Mingfei was staying here.
This is not only a necessary security measure, but also a silent declaration of Lu Mingfei's status.
The attitude must be appropriate, even if the immortal himself may not care at all.
"Halt! Who are you? This is a private area. Please state your purpose." The head guard's voice was calm and professional, his gaze scrutinizing the aloof young man before him with an extraordinary air but a distinctly unfamiliar presence.
Chu Zihang stopped, his gaze calmly sweeping over the six people in front of him. His voice, like his personality, carried a cold clarity, concise and to the point:
"I am Chu Zihang, Lu Mingfei's senior. Please announce my presence; I would like to see him."
The words have not yet finished...
call!
A streak of silvery light suddenly shone from somewhere on the upper floors of the building, tearing through the swirling snow and appearing before everyone as if by teleportation.
As the light faded, Lu Mingfei's figure came into view, the hem of his black trench coat fluttering slightly in the cold wind.
"Immortal Lu!" The six guards at the entrance straightened their backs instantly, bowed in unison, and spoke in loud and respectful voices.
Lu Mingfei nodded slightly, his gaze then falling on Chu Zihang, who stood in the wind and snow.
A very subtle hint of surprise flashed across those calm eyes.
Chu Zihang? He's here too? And... look at his eyes...
Lu Mingfei's mind raced.
The system had previously suggested that his "close friends and family" would regain their memories.
But...Chu Zihang?
In the previous timeline, he and Chu Zihang had very little interaction, let alone any close relationship.
He actually remembered that too?
This was truly unexpected for Lu Mingfei, sparking a sense of curiosity within him.
"Senior brother," Lu Mingfei greeted him calmly, breaking the silence.
Chu Zihang nodded, his expression remaining calm and composed: "Lu Mingfei."
"Follow me." Lu Mingfei said no more and turned to lead the way.
Chu Zihang followed silently, his steps steady.
The guards immediately made way and watched the two enter the building.
The building is warm and cozy inside, keeping out the wind and snow from the outside.
Lu Mingfei led Chu Zihang to a viewing platform with a wide view, where the huge floor-to-ceiling windows revealed a snow-covered Tokyo.
"How did you find this place, Senior Brother?" Lu Mingfei asked, casually pouring a cup of hot tea and handing it to Chu Zihang.
Chu Zihang took the teacup and cut straight to the point, his voice flat yet clearly conveying the key information:
"I just finished my semester in Kassel and went back to China for the holidays. I only found out you were already in Japan when I arrived, so I came straight here."
Lu Mingfei raised an eyebrow: "Didn't you call?"
“It’s not safe.” Chu Zihang said succinctly, “Kassel has ‘Norma,’ who monitors all global communications. If she contacts you, she can easily track and locate you. A face-to-face meeting is safer.”
Lu Mingfei understood.
This is very much like Chu Zihang; his actions are always based on rational judgment and safety considerations.
Chu Zihang took a sip of hot tea, looked at Lu Mingfei with a sharper gaze, and dropped another bombshell:
"In addition, the principal is also on his way to Japan."
“Principal Angers?” A hint of seriousness flashed in Lu Mingfei’s eyes.
The principal's personal appearance was clearly not to congratulate him on finding Erii.
Wait, surely Angers couldn't have regained his memories from the previous timeline, could he?
A bold idea suddenly popped into Lu Mingfei's mind.
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The news brought by Chu Zihang left Lu Mingfei in a state of brief confusion.
He didn't hide his doubts and asked directly, "Senior, how did you know the principal's route?"
Chu Zihang did not answer immediately, but silently took out his phone, unlocked the screen, and handed it to Lu Mingfei.
The phone screen prominently displayed the official Twitter account of Hilbert Jean Angers, the principal of Kassel College.
The latest update was posted not long ago, consisting of only one simple line:
"Lu Mingfei, there are some old things we need to talk about. See you later."
Lu Mingfei frowned slightly as he looked at the public tweet.
For a moment, countless thoughts swirled in his mind.
Angers... In this entirely new time and space, what kind of relationship should exist between them?
In the previous era filled with betrayal, sacrifice, and bloodshed, Lu Mingfei had already discovered that the source of his income for living at his aunt's house for five years was the principal of Angers, who was far away in Kassel.
But the source of that funding was a secret deal between his brother and Angers.
So, what about this revised spacetime?
His brother seems to have disappeared.
Would the automatic correction of time and space lead Angers to assume that the "Zero" who cooperated with him and needed his care was Lu Mingfei himself?
The possibility is very high!
Lu Mingfei quickly made a judgment.
He now appears in the world in a high-profile manner as a "celestial being," and his strength is enough to shake the world order.
To Angers, a dragon slayer whose life's goal was to avenge the dragons, this was undoubtedly the strongest signal.
The time is ripe to slay the dragon; the time has come to launch a full-scale attack on the Dragon King!
That's why he was so eager to publicly announce that he would personally come to Japan to "meet" with them.
However, the reality is somewhat awkward.
Aside from Xia Mi, who has a special identity, the whereabouts of the other Dragon Kings remain shrouded in mystery for Lu Mingfei.
His primary goal is to identify and eliminate the "three major families" lurking behind Herzog. If these potential obstacles are not removed, it is hard to guarantee that his backyard will not be in turmoil when he is dealing with the Dragon King.
After a brief deliberation, Lu Mingfei temporarily suppressed his thoughts about Angers.
He looked at Chu Zihang in front of him. This senior brother had come in person despite the wind and snow, and his purpose was self-evident.
"Senior brother, you've come here because of Odin, haven't you?" Lu Mingfei asked bluntly.
Chu Zihang nodded silently, his cold, golden eyes burning with an unwavering determination.
“Odin, I will definitely help you solve this.” Lu Mingfei said firmly, “But before that, I need to deal with those few hybrid races. I can’t let these people stab me in the back while I’m fighting the Dragon King with all my might.”
Chu Zihang did not hesitate at all, his voice still steady: "Understood. I have waited for many years, so what's one more moment?"
Just then, the door to the warm and inviting room was opened.
Natsumi walked in carrying a generous tray of Japanese breakfast, followed by Erii and Zero, each carrying a small snack.