Seeing this, Li Minghong's forehead broke out in a cold sweat.
'Damn it! Flander, that old fox, has been watching from the shadows!'
He quickly pondered in his mind how to deal with the current situation.
When Flander saw his strength, he would definitely want him to join Shrek, and he might even investigate his innate spirit power later.
If he discovered that he had innate Level 1 spirit power, Li Minghong wasn't sure if the cunning businessman Flander would harbor murderous intent because of his secret.
Flander saw the hint of extreme panic on Li Minghong's face, which he was trying to hide, and smiled slightly to himself.
'Indeed, this kid is a commoner genius with no family influence, which is why he wants to conceal his talent. This kind of monster is perfect for my Shrek. Only my Shrek can give him the best cultivation!'
The more Flander looked, the more satisfied he became. It was this low-key personality that needed to be changed. Monsters of Shrek Academy should not be afraid of causing trouble!
The atmosphere fell silent. Flander thoughtfully conjured a spirit power barrier to shield Li Minghong and the other person from the pouring rain.
There was nothing he could do! Li Minghong realized he had no trump cards at all.
Lin Yanran in his arms had already woken up faintly.
He could only softly say to Lin Yanran, "Sister Yanran, can you still walk? Or perhaps you should go back first?"
Lin Yanran got down from Li Minghong's back and responded with worry, "Come back soon."
Flander thoughtfully handed Lin Yanran an umbrella.
After Lin Yanran had walked far away, Flander looked at Li Minghong and said gently, "What are you still thinking about, little monster? Don't you want to join our academy? As long as you agree, I'll take you back right now."
This attitude was completely different from before, a world apart.
Just as Li Minghong was troubled, another figure walked over.
'It's that Mysterious Person in black robes from last time!'
Li Minghong's eyes lit up, wondering if he could help him resolve the current predicament.
When Flander saw this figure, cold sweat immediately broke out on his forehead. This person's aura was unfathomable!
Tang Hao saw Li Minghong's distress. He was afraid that his innate spirit power problem would be suspected by others.
Tang Hao himself didn't want Li Minghong's innate spirit power problem to be exposed. If someone with malicious intent discovered the Blue Silver Emperor's aura on Li Minghong, that would be bad.
"The Speed Corner of the Golden Iron Triangle, I've heard much about you."
Upon hearing this, Flander quickly bowed respectfully, "I wouldn't dare, Your Excellency, you flatter me."
Tang Hao said no more pleasantries and went straight to the point: "Li Minghong is my son. I will have him join Shrek later, but now is not the time."
Tang Hao had his own considerations. Li Minghong's talent would not be well cultivated in inferior academies, but he also didn't want Li Minghong to join Imperial Heaven Dou or Spirit Hall academies.
Therefore, Shrek Academy was undoubtedly the best choice.
With his presence to deter them, Li Minghong's joining Shrek would surely mean these people wouldn't dare to act rashly.
"Very well, I understand. If your esteemed son wishes to come to our academy in the future, we welcome him anytime."
Li Minghong watched these two people decide his future academy with their back-and-forth, and couldn't help but feel a bit dazed.
'Sigh, but joining Shrek is fine too. After all, I mainly rely on interacting with the protagonist group to activate instances and become stronger.'
As long as he didn't join now, with this cheap father as a guarantor, he shouldn't run into any problems in the future.
Although he inexplicably gained a father, if he could help him resolve crises, that was excellent.
Ten more fathers like this!
Flander gave Li Minghong a deep, reluctant look, then flew away.
That look made Li Minghong's scalp tingle.
Tang Hao stroked Li Minghong's head, "Child, work hard. From the moment you were born, your destiny was bound to be difficult."
After speaking, he sighed deeply, turned, and disappeared into the night.
"Huh? Why is my destiny difficult?"
Li Minghong was a bit bewildered, didn't think much more, and turned back to the hotel.
As soon as he entered the room, he was assaulted by a pair of round objects, attempting to suffocate him.
"I'm so glad you're okay! I was worried sick."
Lin Yanran's voice was tearful. Li Minghong's heroic rescue this time had completely opened her heart to him.
"Mmph! Mmph!"
Li Minghong struggled, trying to escape from her embrace.
Lin Yanran realized this and felt embarrassed, two blushes appearing on her face as she released Li Minghong.
"I'm sorry, I implicated you."
At this, Lin Yanran's expression became dejected again.
Li Minghong, acting mature beyond his years, patted her head and comforted her, "It's alright. I'm very happy to protect such a beautiful big sister like you."
This sentence made Lin Yanran feel a bit better. She said to Li Minghong, "Do you want to hear about my past?"
She desperately needed someone to confide in.
Li Minghong nodded, "As long as you're willing to tell, I'm willing to listen."
The story was simple: in a family, the patriarch, after drinking, made a mistake with a maid, resulting in Lin Yanran's birth. Lin Yanran then suffered suppression from the legitimate wives and their descendants in the family.
Though simple, it summarized the tragic first decade and more of a little girl's life.
"I saved enough money and escaped from that dark place, and then I met you. This is the happiest thing that has happened to me in over a decade."
Lin Yanran smiled sweetly. Coupled with her pretty face, she was the most beautiful woman Li Minghong had ever met, in this life or his previous one.
Just like that, Lin Yanran lay on the bed, embracing Li Minghong.
Li Minghong looked at the sleeping beauty beside him and felt very moved.
'When I grow up, I must win over Sister Yanran.'
Having made up his mind, he found a comfortable spot in Lin Yanran's arms and fell asleep.