Getting Stronger By Fighting-Chapter 540 - 538: When will you go to Star War Battlefield?_1

"Star War Battlefield!" Wang Zhan said resolutely.

Wang Zhan's next goal was indeed the Star War Battlefield. Learning that his sister, Wang Qi, might also be there only strengthened his resolve.

Huang Pufeng and Song Dongming glanced at Wang Zhan.

"When do you plan to set off?" Huang Pufeng asked.

"In about five days. Once I finish dealing with the matters at hand, I'll set off. I'll have to ask you two to look after my apprentice, Three Seven," Wang Zhan responded.

This was the answer Wang Zhan gave after mentally calculating the few matters he still needed to address.

Huang Pufeng and Song Dongming exchanged glances, both seeing determination in each other's eyes.

"We're both preparing to set off for the Star War Battlefield tomorrow," Song Dongming stated.

Wang Zhan was momentarily puzzled.

"What?"

"The Dean told us about the Star War Battlefield today. We were originally going to consider it further, but now that you've said this, we'll head there first and wait for you," Song Dongming slowly explained.

Initially, Huang Pufeng and Song Dongming hadn't wanted to go to the Star War Battlefield so soon.

However, knowing Wang Zhan was going, they feared the gap between the three of them would widen, so they immediately resolved to go to the Star War Battlefield.

"But aren't only senior year students eligible to go?" Wang Zhan asked, somewhat confused.

Huang Pufeng explained, "Elders from my family pulled some strings. Plus, it seems there have been some developments regarding the Star War Battlefield, opening up a few extra slots. That's how Dongming and I got the chance."

Wang Zhan instantly understood.

That night, the three of them drank and reveled, all getting thoroughly drunk, and they promised to meet next on the Star War Battlefield.

The next afternoon, Wang Zhan saw his two friends off before boarding a train to Jing State.

The beasts on Earth had been completely exterminated, and the Federation had regained its former bustling vibrancy.

「Inside the Federal Presidential Palace」

Yu Lan burst flusteredly into an office.

Qin Ying, absorbed in her work, said without even looking up, "Yu Lan, what's all the fuss?"

Yu Lan asked in surprise, "You didn't even look up. How did you know it was me?"

"Across the entire Federation, you're the only one who can just walk into my office so casually."

Not worried that Qin Ying would be angry, Yu Lan quickly said, "Your sweetheart is back."

The person Yu Lan referred to was, of course, Wang Zhan.

However, Qin Ying didn't seem particularly excited. Yu Lan, somewhat puzzled, pressed on, "How come you're not excited at all? Have you fallen for someone else?"

She hadn't expected Qin Ying to simply roll her eyes in response.

"How could that be? I've set my heart on Wang Zhan for this lifetime. No matter how outstanding others may be, they can't catch my eye."

Currently, the entire Federation was inundated with ads and combat videos of Wang Zhan. Everyone had already forgotten that he was supposed to still be in prison.

From the moment Wang Zhan reappeared in the public eye, Qin Ying knew he would come to Jing State soon, so she wasn't surprised at all.

A smile always graced Qin Ying's face when she spoke of Wang Zhan.

Seeing Qin Ying's radiant smile, Yu Lan teased, "Speak of a certain someone, and you're all smiles. You're truly glowing with happiness!"

"Aren't you lonely at night? Want me to share my man with you for a bit?"

"Hmph! If you have the guts, send your man over. I guarantee he won't be able to get out of bed."

"Tsk, you, who haven't even had your first kiss, saying something like that? Aren't you ashamed?"

"Hey! Don't tickle me!"

The two women started to playfully scuffle in the office, their movements revealing glimpses of allure. It was a shame no man was present; otherwise, he would have had quite an eyeful.

"I'm going to pick up my man. You better work diligently, or I might deduct your pay later." With that, Qin Ying turned and walked out the door.

「Outside Jing State Station」

Wang Zhan spotted a familiar red Beetle, and a smile touched the corners of his lips.

"Hey beautiful, can I hitch a ride?"

As he spoke, Wang Zhan had already pulled open the car door and slid in.

"No way. I'm here to pick up my man," the woman in the driver's seat said coolly.

Wang Zhan swiftly turned her face towards him, his lips crashing down on hers.

"MMMPH! Let go of me!"

The woman cried out in feigned surprise but didn't struggle, instead wearing an expression of enjoyment.

After a long moment, when Wang Zhan was almost out of breath, he finally let her go.

"Since when did you get so forward? Don't tell me you've been thirsty for too long?"

The woman was indeed Qin Ying, who seemed a little taken aback by Wang Zhan's boldness.

Wang Zhan turned Qin Ying towards him again and planted a noisy kiss on her cheek.

Qin Ying wiped the spot with an exaggerated look of disdain, then started the car and drove off.

Wang Zhan didn't realize that from the moment he arrived in Jing State, many pairs of eyes were already fixed on him.

...

Wang Zhan and Qin Ying pushed open the door to his house.

Inside, Yang Cui was lounging with her legs crossed, munching on sunflower seeds while watching TV.

"Mom!" Wang Zhan stepped forward and called out.

"Why are you shouting so loud? Your mom can still hear, you know!" Yang Cui, engrossed in her TV show, roared without looking away.

"Auntie!" Qin Ying added softly.

Only then did Yang Cui notice Qin Ying's arrival. She quickly got up and greeted her warmly.

"Mom!" Wang Zhan called out again.

Yang Cui looked impatient. "What are you shouting for? I see you," she snapped.

Am I even her biological son? Wang Zhan seriously wondered, then decided to just retreat to his room.

Meanwhile, Yang Cui pulled Qin Ying aside, showering her with questions about her well-being.

A short while later, Qin Ying pushed open his door and playfully shoved Wang Zhan onto the bed.

She snuggled into his arms and asked, "I heard you're preparing to go to the Star War Battlefield? When are you leaving?"

As she spoke, Qin Ying pressed herself even closer against him.

"How did you know I was going to the Star War Battlefield?"

I only told Huang Pufeng and Song Dongming, Wang Zhan wondered. How could Qin Ying know?

"Just a guess!" Qin Ying replied frankly.

Well, that makes sense, Wang Zhan thought. Now that the beasts on Earth are dealt with, many people are aiming for the Star War Battlefield. It's not surprising she could guess my plans. Besides, with her position as the Federation President's secretary, what information could possibly be kept from her?

"In a few days. By the way, where's Mom?"

"She went out to buy groceries for dinner. Let's rest for a bit."

"Hey! If we're resting, then rest! What are your hands doing, wandering all over?"

"Well, then I'll let you return the favor!"

Dark lines seemed to appear on Wang Zhan's forehead, but his hands didn't stop their exploration.

Hearing sounds from outside the door, the two of them got up and went out; Qin Ying's face was slightly flushed.

When they stepped out, Wang Zhan saw Xu Yuyu and Yuan Mengru warmly chatting with his mother, Yang Cui.

Both young women looked delighted to see Wang Zhan, and Qin Ying soon joined their conversation.

Not long after, the three young women followed Yang Cui into the kitchen to help.

One, a genius from one of the four major academies, the other, the Federation President's secretary—these two prominent figures were in Wang Zhan's home, washing vegetables and rinsing rice. If word of this got out, people's jaws would drop.

Watching the women bustling about, Wang Zhan felt utterly bored and decided to go back to his room to sleep.

Drowsily asleep, Wang Zhan felt something soft against him. He opened his eyes to find Yuan Mengru nestled in his arms.

He had grown accustomed to Yuan Mengru's forwardness.

Seeing his eyes open, Yuan Mengru said without a hint of shyness, "I missed you so much!"

"I missed you too," Wang Zhan replied.

"Then why were you gone for so long without sending me any word?" Yuan Mengru asked, pouting.

Yuan Mengru had a personality that dared to love and hate fiercely, as evident from how she had once relentlessly pursued Wang Zhan to confess her feelings.

"Uh... I forgot."

Wang Zhan was hopelessly straightforward; getting him to say sweet nothings to coax someone was harder than reaching the heavens.

"HISS! That hurts!" Wang Zhan cried out in pain.

It turned out Yuan Mengru had bitten him on the shoulder.

After a long moment, Yuan Mengru released her bite, looking at Wang Zhan with a pained expression.

"Does it hurt?"

Yuan Mengru was a girl, after all, and needed to be coaxed. Seeing Wang Zhan's insensitivity to her feelings, she had vented her pent-up frustration.

After her outburst, she grew a little afraid that Wang Zhan might be angry. 𝑓𝓇𝘦ℯ𝘸𝘦𝑏𝓃𝑜𝘷ℯ𝑙.𝑐𝑜𝓂

"Doesn't hurt. Doesn't hurt at all!" Wang Zhan said, pulling Yuan Mengru tighter into his embrace.

"When do you plan to go to the Star War Battlefield?" Yuan Mengru asked.

Why is everyone asking me when I'm going to the Star War Battlefield? Wang Zhan looked bewildered. What exactly is going on? He couldn't make head or tail of it.

"In... in a few days. Why?"

Yuan Mengru nestled in Wang Zhan's embrace and said, "I'm also preparing to go to the Star War Battlefield. The next time we meet, it will be out there among the stars. You have to remember to miss me."

"I will. I definitely will," Wang Zhan quickly promised, still feeling the throb in his shoulder.

Only then did a faint smile appear on Yuan Mengru's face.

"Speaking of which, why does everyone assume I'm going to the Star War Battlefield?" Wang Zhan finally voiced the question that had been puzzling him.

Yuan Mengru smiled and said, "There are no more whetstones for you on Earth. You're a powerful expert, and those who pursue the highest realms of martial arts will naturally choose to go to the Star War Battlefield."

Indeed. Many influential families had the power and resources to send their children to the Star War Battlefield. Now that the beasts on Earth were extinct, the younger generations of these families had no one to test their skills against, so everyone was looking towards the Star War Battlefield. Moreover, the battlefield itself had undergone significant changes and was in dire need of Fresh Blood.

Yuan Mengru didn't tell Wang Zhan that as the war situation evolved, more and more people would inevitably be sent to the Star War Battlefield.

Wang Zhan chuckled. Because of his System, if he wanted to level up quickly, he urgently needed to head to the Star War Battlefield to hone himself.

"Dinner's ready!" Yang Cui's voice called from outside the door. The two of them then got up and went out.

When Yuan Mengru emerged, she wasn't the least bit embarrassed; instead, she appeared even more natural and poised.

Xu Yuyu shot Wang Zhan a meaningful glance but didn't say anything.

At the dinner table, Yang Cui enthusiastically served food to the three young women, seemingly oblivious to Wang Zhan's mournful gaze.

After dinner, Yang Cui pulled Wang Zhan into the kitchen. "How many days can you stay this time?" she asked.