Next to the bicycle shed at the school entrance, a very peculiar scene emerged. Luo Yang and Zhang Xinglong stood face-to-face, each with less than 10 people by their sides. However, around a radius of about 5 meters, a large crowd of students gathered to watch.
This formed an "island."
In recent years, no teacher or student had seen Zhang Xinglong scared of anyone. But at that moment, facing Luo Yang, he seemed very uneasy. It was neither appropriate for him to stay nor leave.
In contrast, Luo Yang and Xiao Daniu appeared completely relaxed.
Luo Yang thought about Zhang Xingkai still planning to cause trouble in school and took this opportunity to warn Zhang Xinglong to tell Zhang Xingkai not to play with fire at school.
"If your cousin calls someone here to cause a ruckus, I assure you, I will cripple you first! We can settle our grudges outside of school, but don't create trouble here. Remember that," Luo Yang said coldly.
Such words had always been what Zhang Xinglong used to say to others, but now he had become the listener.
The onlooking students all widened their eyes, struggling to believe this was real. But seeing was believing, and seeing Zhang Xinglong's eyes widen without daring to talk back left everyone in shock.
Having experienced Luo Yang's skills at the basketball court previously, Zhang Xinglong knew arguing back would get him beaten, so he had to remain silent to stay safe.
Dinglingling...
The school bell rang, but still, many students had not returned to their classrooms, staying there to watch the excitement.
Then, the school security guard Yu Yong came over, caught in a difficult position, not daring to offend either, and first offered a cigarette to both Luo Yang and Zhang Xinglong.
"Gentlemen, please go back to class," Yu Yong urged.
Luo Yang nodded, stepped forward half a step, and suddenly swung his hand, slapping Zhang Xinglong's face with a smack, instantly reddening his left cheek.
Zhang Xinglong did not dare to retaliate. Let alone the other students, even Yu Yong was so surprised that his mouth fell open.
You should know, at Dongfeng Middle School, no student had dared to lay a finger on Zhang Xinglong in recent years. Today, Luo Yang had slapped him, right in front of everyone, making it big news at Dongfeng Middle School.
Usually, Zhang Xinglong was used to bullying others, and the ordinary students dared not speak out.
Anyone who dared to talk back to Zhang Xinglong would definitely be beaten severely.
If Luo Yang had not obtained the Shennong Scripture and acquired True Qi in his body, he would also not have the ability to confront Zhang Xinglong.
After all, the disparity in strength was clear, and aside from wanting to be beaten, who would dare to provoke someone like Zhang Xinglong?
But today, Luo Yang was a changed man, having sufficient capability to subdue Zhang Xinglong.
And Zhang Xinglong, unaware that Luo Yang had changed, unexpectedly stumbled into a trap.
Those students who had been bullied by Zhang Xinglong felt incredibly relieved to see Luo Yang teaching him a lesson on their behalf.
Of course, they were still wary of Zhang Xinglong and dared not applaud Luo Yang.
"Gentlemen, let's talk this out nicely, no need for violence," Yu Yong intervened, "Brother Yang, do me a favor. If you make a fuss, I could lose my job."
Zhang Xinglong was already hesitant to retaliate, and with Yu Yong's words, he found himself an excuse to step down, snorted coldly, and walked away with a few followers as if fleeing.
After being taught a lesson by Luo Yang, how could Zhang Xinglong swallow this insult?
Yet, if he went head-to-head with Luo Yang, Zhang Xinglong knew he would definitely be at a disadvantage.
Although he was extremely resentful, he dared not confront him any further and had to endure it.
Seeing Zhang Xinglong walking away, and thus no fight ensued, the other students hurried back to their classrooms for class.
Yu Yong lit a cigarette for Luo Yang, flattering him, "Brother Yang, you're awesome. Even Zhang Xinglong dares not confront you. From now on, I'm following you. Please look out for me."
Luo Yang responded, "Brother Yong, aren't you practicing powerful techniques? You still need my protection?"
"Damn it, I haven't mastered the techniques yet. Brother Yang, please take good care of me."
With that, Yu Yong offered cigarettes to both Luo Yang and Xiao Daniu.
After exchanging a few pleasantries, Luo Yang returned to class.
After the first period, during the break, Luo Yang joked, "Class President, you still haven't fulfilled your promise. Forget it, forget it, considering how tired you are from studying, you don't have to give me a massage."
As soon as Hong Jiaxin heard this, her temper flared. Being a tomboy, she couldn't stand being mocked. She suddenly stood up and walked over to Luo Yang.
"Turn around." she demanded.
"Class President, really, forget it. It doesn't matter if you break your promise. I consider it fulfilled," Luo Yang chuckled.
"Stop dawdling! I can handle losing!" she said with a stern face.
Luo Yang then turned his back to her to let her massage him.
The boys in the class, seeing Luo Yang enjoying Hong Jiaxin's massage, were all envious.
Despite knowing that Luo Yang was using reverse psychology, Hong Jiaxin couldn't resist his provocation. Seeing him still chuckling slyly, she got upset and, without changing her expression, started kneading his shoulders with all her might.
If it hadn't been for the True Qi in his body, Luo Yang couldn't have endured Hong Jiaxin's random pinching and grabbing, and quickly said, "Class President, that's enough."
Hong Jiaxin grinned, "I at least need to massage you until the class starts."
With five or six minutes left before class, if she continued massaging, his shoulders were going to swell up. Luo Yang tried to stand up, but Hong Jiaxin grabbed his shoulders forcefully, preventing him from getting up.
"Class President, that's enough."
"I said I would help you with a massage, and I will not go back on my word. You can't escape! If you want a massage from me, I'll show you what a real massage is! Enjoy it!"
The surrounding students snickered quietly, all too aware that nobody who crossed Hua Mulan ever came out unscathed.
When the tomboy blew her top, it was more than what most could handle.
Every boy in the school knew about Hong Jiaxin's fiery temper.
"Class President, really, that's enough. Thanks, yeah. Please don't twist it anymore, I beg you," Luo Yang pleaded.
Luo Yang tried to stand up again by force; Hong Jiaxin correspondingly applied more strength to hold his shoulders, overpowering him even though he was just trying to stand up normally.
In terms of strength, Hong Jiaxin couldn't possibly overpower Luo Yang.
Previously not applying much force, Luo Yang suddenly straightened his waist, and Hong Jiaxin couldn't hold him down anymore.
Luo Yang tried to escape, but Hong Jiaxin grabbed the back of his shirt and scoffed, "Didn't you want me to give you a massage? Sit down! Don't run!"
If Luo Yang had known it would come to this, he wouldn't have let her fulfill her promise.
"Class President, don't pull, you'll tear my shirt. I don't need a massage anymore. Please," Luo Yang begged.
As he spoke, he tried to walk away.
But his shirt was being held by Hong Jiaxin if he walked too briskly, it might tear.
After all, with both of them pulling on Luo Yang's shirt, it was unlikely to escape unscathed.
Fortunately, the bell for class rang amidst their horseplay.
"Ding Ding…"
If the class bell hadn't rung at that moment, Hong Jiaxin would certainly have chased after Luo Yang.
Throughout the morning, the school saw no bullies seeking trouble, but having made an enemy of Zhang Xingkai, the resentment was only going to get worse and unlikely to be resolved. At noon, he still had to go back to sign the contract for renting land. As soon as school let out, Luo Yang slipped out of the classroom to avoid Hong Jiaxin settling scores.
On his way back to Hongyun Brigade, Luo Yang thought about how to deal with Lang Yifeng. He indeed came up with a plan.
Luo Yang went home first, as he wanted his dad to discuss the land rental with the village head since he didn't have an ID card and couldn't sign.
Just as he entered the house, Luo Zhihai came up to him, his face full of excitement.
"Niu Zai! I have something to ask you!"