Ch 87 (Part 2): Rebirth of the Tool Man in a Pampered Protagonist Novel

The old professor maintained his composure and smiled, nodding. “Yes, indeed, there is such a person. It’s a special privilege for the top scorer in the assessment, and all of you are eligible for it, as long as you have the ability.”

Although the higher-ups had agreed to allow Fang Ziyang to contact the outside world anytime, they still needed to go through the motions to quell any lingering doubts. With Fang Ziyang’s demonstrated abilities, they weren’t worried that he wouldn’t achieve the top spot in the assessment.

However, the others who were unaware of the situation immediately brightened up upon hearing this.

In reality, whether they could contact the outside world at any time wasn’t important to everyone. However, this kind of treatment represented an honor and distinguished the strong.

For ambitious and competitive young people, being the top scorer with such special privileges suddenly became significant.

“Alright, it’s getting late. Everyone, go for your meals and settle in. See you in two days.”

The old professor was satisfied with everyone’s enthusiasm and concluded his statement with a nod before leaving with a smile.

Immediately, several staff members came forward to take everyone to the cafeteria for dinner and then to their accommodations for rest.

Now that Huaguo was powerful, the treatment for technical personnel serving the country was excellent.

The living conditions in the training base had yet to be seen, so no judgments could be made. However, Fang Ziyang had to praise the cafeteria’s food. It was evident that they had put a lot of effort into it.

Although it was called a cafeteria, it was more akin to a restaurant.

The meals served there were not only nutritionally balanced, but the chefs were all from five-star hotels. They offered both domestic and international cuisine, making sure that everyone would find it satisfactory in terms of their life within the training base.

Fang Ziyang happily ordered several dishes he liked and sat with Tang Xun and the other members of Team B.

Tang Xun was admired by most of the younger generation, and being able to have close contact with him, even the usually aloof Yuan Zhuoting had a somewhat eager expression.

However, just as everyone had received their dishes and were about to start eating, someone without a shred of sense came over to disturb them.

That person was none other than Jin Yu!

Chin raised arrogantly, her attitude remained condescending and contemptuous as she stared at Fang Ziyang as if he were a thorn in her eye. “Fang Ziyang, come over here. I have something to say to you.”

She carried herself like a queen.

Fang Ziyang didn’t actually dislike arrogant and domineering people. Children who were pampered by their families were bound to be a bit spoiled, whether they came from wealthy or ordinary families. Such people might not be likeable, but they were the most innocent and straightforward, much more lovable than those who liked to play dirty tricks.

But the prerequisite was that the other person had to be self-aware and not cling on. Otherwise, it would be annoying.

Fang Ziyang could tell that although Jin Yu had an arrogant temperament, she didn’t possess any hidden schemes or cunning. However, he didn’t understand why she seemed to have fixated on him.

Fang Ziyang could tell that although Jin Yu had a proud temperament, she didn’t seem to have any scheming or hidden motives. However, he couldn’t understand why she seemed to have singled him out.

He was also a person with a temper, and it was impossible for him to tolerate Jin Yu’s impolite attitude repeatedly.

Fang Ziyang was not someone with a naturally good temper, let’s not forget that he used to be an arrogant young master.

Putting down his chopsticks, Fang Ziyang no longer maintained his obedient persona. He directly showed his hidden young master temper and said, “Miss Jin, don’t give me that crap. I’ve been tolerating you all day today. If you have something to say, say it here. If you don’t, then get the hell out. Who isn’t a pampered little treasure at home? You keep acting like a young lady in front of me, do you ever stop? With a face as big as a washbasin, why should I go out with you to talk?”

Originally, Fang Ziyang didn’t want to cause trouble. After all, this was the official territory, and causing a scene wouldn’t be good.

He also knew that his reputation wasn’t prominent before coming here, and he would surely be questioned and criticized. But he felt that he didn’t have to pay too much attention to it because he had plenty of opportunities to prove himself.

But this Miss Jin from the Jin family didn’t know what she was going crazy about, still sticking to him and being annoying.

Fang Ziyang’s sudden change of attitude silenced everyone in the cafeteria.

Zhao Kairui, Yuan Zhuoting, and the others from Team B looked at the young man who suddenly had a fierce expression on his face with their mouths wide open… Where was the obedient little brother they had expected?

After a brief moment of stunned silence, Jin Yu suddenly seemed to have discovered some truth and angrily said, “Good! I didn’t misjudge you. You really are not a good person. Not only can you pretend to be a sheep in front of a tiger, but you’re also particularly good at acting weak! Fang Ziyang, were you intentionally pretending to be clueless and deliberately embarrassing me? You despicable person! It’s too much!”

“Fine, if you want to say it here, then I won’t spare your face. Fang Ziyang, tell me, do you like Xie Zheng? Don’t even think about lying. I saw Xie Zheng accompany you when you arrived at the base. You shamelessly almost glued yourself to him!”

With those words, the entire room fell silent again.

Who among the people present didn’t know who Xie Zheng was? Especially after the recent news about the collaboration between New World Technology and the government in researching chip-based identity cards, Xie Zheng’s name was well-known in the scientific research community.

Fang Ziyang likes Xie Zheng? Why is Jin Yu asking such a question?

Everyone here is an adult. Haven’t they read cheesy novels or watched cheesy TV dramas? Just a little bit of connection, and this seems like a jealousy-fueled drama unfolding.

Upon hearing Jin Yu’s question, Fang Ziyang instantly understood why she was targeting him.

Feeling the curious gazes of those around him, Fang Ziyang smiled and didn’t hide anything. “Yes, I like Brother Xie Zheng, but what’s it to you?”

Although it’s currently not convenient to reveal his relationship with Xie Zheng, there’s no need to hide his feelings for Xie Zheng. After all, there are plenty of people who like Xie Zheng.

His frank attitude was unexpected for Jin Yu. After all, when someone’s secret crush is exposed, shouldn’t they feel a bit embarrassed? Fang Ziyang, on the other hand, admitted it so openly, even calling Xie Zheng “brother.” He had no sense of propriety!

Jin Yu was angry. “You, you have no shame!”

With those words, everyone was speechless.

Fang Ziyang chuckled, “What’s so shameless about me liking Xie Zheng? Miss Jin, you’re not in charge of the heavens or the earth. Why do you care about who others like? Or could it be that you also like Xie Zheng? So, you won’t allow me to like Brother Xie? “

Seeing Jin Yu being publicly confronted, her face turning red with anger and embarrassment, she retorted, “So what if I do? I liked Xie Zheng first, and I won’t allow you to like him! Besides, you’re not even worthy of Xie Zheng. I advise you to give up on him early. Otherwise, don’t blame me for not warning you. Our Jin family is not something you can afford to offend!”

Jin Yu had always been pampered by her family, getting whatever she wanted. Therefore, when faced with something she didn’t like, it was difficult for her to contain her young lady temper.

Initially, she was just targeting Fang Ziyang because she guessed that he liked Xie Zheng, but now seeing Fang Ziyang’s blatant attitude, it was even more unbearable. Her unreasonable nature was fully revealed.

Tang Xun’s expression changed slightly due to Jin Yu’s attitude towards his precious younger brother, and he wanted to stand up for him.

However, Fang Ziyang held him back, shaking his head to signal his brother not to interfere.

Then, looking at the unreasonable Jin Yu, Fang Ziyang crossed his arms and smiled.

“That’s such a pity. I can’t meet your demands. I like Xie Zheng, what should I do? Moreover, who are you to decide whether I’m worthy of Xie Zheng or not? Miss Jin, do you think the world revolves around you and your parents? “

Jin Yu had never encountered someone who dared to argue back with her directly. She was not skilled in the art of arguing.

She knew she had no reason, but as the Jin family’s young miss, she had never bothered with reason. Frustrated, she said, “Just because I’m better than you, have more family background, and liked Xie Zheng earlier. Anyway, I won’t allow you to like Xie Zheng!”

Fang Ziyang felt it would be embarrassing to argue with someone so childish, as if he were arguing with a little kid.

But he was still interested in making someone who targeted him so angry.

Ignoring her threats, Fang Ziyang intentionally wore a triumphant expression.

“If I’m not allowed, do I have to listen to you? I just happen to like Xie Zheng a little bit. And now that you’re being so domineering, I’ve made up my mind. From now on, I’ll love Xie Zheng so much that it’s like I’m dying, and I’ll pursue him too!”

Jin Yu was infuriated by his blatant words and stared at him with wide eyes, trembling as she raised her finger. “You, you…”

Fang Ziyang stood confidently, hands on his hips, and asserted himself. “Me? What about me? I like Xie Zheng, and I want to pursue him. If you have the guts, go ahead and hit me. With your current attitude, Xie Zheng would never like someone like you. Don’t you know that my brother and Xie Zheng are good friends? Don’t you know what it means to have the upper hand? “

“I’ll tell you, Xie Zheng is not only like my brother, but I also live at his place. I see him every day, and I look better than you… You dare to threaten me? When I go back, I’ll just crawl onto Xie Zheng’s bed and make you so furious you won’t be able to sleep!”

Everyone:…

Is it really okay to talk so openly about crawling into someone’s bed?

Jin Yu was truly on the verge of being infuriated. She looked at Fang Ziyang, who seemed more arrogant than herself, and was about to burst into tears.

This guy, he, he, he actually said he lives at Xie Zheng’s place? He actually sees Xie Zheng every day? He even said he would crawl onto Xie Zheng’s bed? It’s just too much, too infuriating!

Jin Yu felt wronged. “You shameless fox!”

Fang Ziyang felt smug. “The shameless fox is currently living at Xie Zheng’s place and has a bedroom right next to his.”

Jin Yu stomped her foot. “You, you shameless thing!”

Fang Ziyang felt triumphant. “Shameless or not, the shameless thing can have the upper hand, seeing Mr. Xie every day.”

Jin Yu fumed. “You shameless bastard!”

Fang Ziyang reveled in his triumph. “The shameless bastard will take a day off tomorrow and go back home to crawl onto Xie Zheng’s bed. You’ll see it but won’t get it, and every day it’ll gnaw at your heart.”

Jin Yu:…

Jin Yu let out a scream and immediately burst into loud wailing on the spot.

…

Jin Yu let out a shriek and immediately burst into loud wailing on the spot.

This is too much, truly too much.

This bastard is infuriating, wah-wah. How can there be such a shameless person in the world!

The atmosphere on the scene became awkward and quiet for a moment.

It seems that two weirdos have infiltrated the group of geniuses.

However, Fang Ziyang, as if unwilling to let anyone off the hook, didn’t panic when Jin Yu cried. Instead, he looked extremely delighted.

He waved at a nearby staff member with a smile and said, “Excuse me, sir. Can I apply to make a phone call now? The training preparations haven’t started yet, so the application should be quick, right?”

The staff member didn’t understand what he was up to and nodded blankly, “Ah, um, yes, that’s how it works. Are you sure you want to apply now?”

Fang Ziyang nodded and put on a remarkably obedient expression, “I’m sure. Thank you, sir.”

The staff member smiled and quickly left. A few minutes later, they came back with a specially prepared mobile phone.

Fang Ziyang took the phone, expressed his gratitude, and then glanced at the tearful and curious but aggrieved Jin Yu. With a cheeky smile, he dialed a series of phone numbers.

When the call connected, Fang Ziyang raised his chin at Jin Yu and then spoke into the phone with a sweet voice,

“Brother Xie, are you busy? If not, can you listen to me for a moment? I have something to tell you. It seems like I’ve developed feelings for you. I want to pursue you. Take your time to consider it, and give me an answer when I come back after training, okay? Whether you agree or not, I still like you. Mwah!”

After finishing his words, Fang Ziyang hung up the phone and raised his chin, showing off. “You see, I even gave a ‘mwah’ to Brother Xie.”

Jin Yu:…

KO’d and immediately defeated.

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