Lin Xiao Tian was startled.
Where did this guy come from?
Why did he recognize me?
Just as Lin Xiao Tian was pondering, a sweet, girlish voice sounded from inside the car.
"Xiao Tian, I didn't expect it to be you!"
Lin Xiao Tian followed the sound and saw a short-haired girl with an oval face, wearing a small shirt and a short skirt, similar to Xue Zi Yan's attire, but their beauty differed significantly.
If Xue Zi Yan's beauty was a perfect ten, the girl in front of him could only score seven at most.
"Have you forgotten me? I'm Zhou Wen Ping, we were desk mates in high school!"
"Zhou Wen Ping?" Lin Xiao Tian was stunned, then quickly reacted.
Zhou Wen Ping was his desk mate in his first year of high school. She had even written him a love letter back then, but Lin Xiao Tian, who was focused only on his studies, had politely refused. Later, when they chose between humanities and sciences, they had little contact, which was why Lin Xiao Tian didn't recognize her upon meeting again.
"I'm Xu You, you haven't forgotten me, have you?" the young man said.
"Long time no see!" Lin Xiao Tian responded politely.
He remembered this Xu You as well; he was also a high school classmate and a second-generation rich kid.
Their relationship wasn't good. This Xu You was in league with Lü Ke, and in high school, he had always targeted Lin Xiao Tian, often belittling him for his rural background.
However, Lin Xiao Tian's academic excellence and his status as the school's campus heartthrob at the time made Xu You's efforts seem weak and ineffectual.
But things were different now. In society, it was status and position that mattered.
Looking at Lin Xiao Tian, who was dressed shabbily, and recalling how he had been suppressed by Lin Xiao Tian in the past, Xu You's desire for revenge flared up.
"Old classmate, where have you been working recently?" Xu You asked insincerely.
Lin Xiao Tian knew exactly what Xu You meant but didn't want to engage in a lengthy discussion. He replied, "I'm just a farmer, I don't really have a job. I just farm at home."
"Alas, Xiao Tian, it's not that I want to say it, but you were the top science student in our school. Why would you choose to farm?"
"What future is there in farming? How much yield can your small plot of land produce? It's better to go out and work!"
"Coincidentally, the construction site I've contracted needs workers. If you want to come, I can arrange it for you when I go back. You can earn a few thousand yuan a month, isn't that better than farming?"
Xu You's words were filled with concern, but the subtle curve of his lips betrayed him.
"Yes! Xiao Tian, we're all classmates. If you have any difficulties, you can always tell us. Don't be too polite," Zhou Wen Ping chimed in from the side.
Watching them play their parts, feigning deep concern, Lin Xiao Tian felt utterly speechless.
"Thank you both, but I don't need it. If there's nothing else, I'll take my leave."
Lin Xiao Tian didn't bother arguing with them and prepared to leave.
But Xu You was relentless.
"Don't go! It's rare for old classmates to meet. There's a class reunion in a few days, you should come too. We can catch up properly."
Lin Xiao Tian couldn't help but sneer inwardly.
What did they mean by "catch up"?
This was clearly an excuse to show off under the guise of a class reunion!
This Xu You was always vain, and he hadn't changed at all!
"No, thank you. I still have things to do on my farm!" Lin Xiao Tian refused.
"Xiao Tian, that's not right. It's just a class reunion. If you don't come, aren't you disrespecting your classmates? I know you're not having an easy time now, but we don't mind!" Xu You became a little anxious.
If Lin Xiao Tian didn't go, how would he show off?
"Yes, Xiao Tian, even if you're not doing well now, your classmates won't mind. Besides, Xiao Wen is coming too. Are you sure you don't want to see her?" Zhou Wen Ping suddenly said.
"Fang Xiao Wen?"
Hearing the name, Lin Xiao Tian was instantly stunned.
Scenes from the past flashed through his mind.
It was this woman who had made him foolish for so many years!
He had given her his all, only to be met with this!
"Alright, considering it's my first class reunion, it would be rude to refuse my classmates' goodwill." Lin Xiao Tian smiled faintly.
Although his heart was turbulent, Lin Xiao Tian maintained his composure on the surface.
"Great! Let's exchange WeChat, and I'll add you to the class group," Zhou Wen Ping said, taking out her phone.
Lin Xiao Tian nodded and took out his newly bought phone.
After leaving the restaurant, Lin Xiao Tian had bought a phone at a nearby store. After all, in this day and age, it was inconvenient not to have a mobile phone.
"The latest Huawei model?" Zhou Wen Ping was taken aback.
How could Lin Xiao Tian, in such a sorry state, afford such an expensive phone? Even she couldn't bring herself to buy it!
"Xiao Tian, where did you get so much money?" Xu You also looked surprised.
"Oh! It's money I earned from selling fish," Lin Xiao Tian replied.
"That must be half a month's earnings from selling fish, right?" Xu You was unconvinced.
"Just half a day's earnings," Lin Xiao Tian answered calmly.
"Half a day?" Hearing Lin Xiao Tian's answer, Xu You was speechless.
After joining the class group and changing his remark, Lin Xiao Tian parted ways with them.
In the BMW, watching Lin Xiao Tian leave, Xu You felt displeased.
"Who do you think you are, pretending to be rich? Half a day's earnings? Why don't you go rob a bank?"
"Xiao Tian has really changed. He was so outstanding in school, and now he's lying to his old classmates. I used to like him," Zhou Wen Ping sighed.
Hearing Zhou Wen Ping's reply, Xu You couldn't help but look smug.
He had liked Zhou Wen Ping in high school, but back then, her eyes were only on Lin Xiao Tian, and he didn't even register. Now, hearing that Zhou Wen Ping was so disappointed in Lin Xiao Tian, Xu You felt a sense of accomplishment.
"Alas! Wen Ping, you're too naive. Not all men are as honest as I am,"
After saying that, Xu You pulled Zhou Wen Ping into his arms, his hands making ungentlemanly advances towards her chest.
"You rascal! Always bullying me," Zhou Wen Ping said, her face blushing.
Although she still had some lingering feelings for Lin Xiao Tian, her mindset had changed significantly after entering society. What was the point of being a campus heartthrob? He was still a pauper!
In this day and age, money was king!
Her looks were considered above average, and Lin Xiao Tian, a farmer, was not worthy of her.
Meanwhile, on Lin Xiao Tian's side.
Lin Xiao Tian found a nearby pharmacy and began purchasing herbs needed for alchemy.
Just as he was about to pay, a voice sounded from behind him.
"This is Mr. Lin Xiao Tian. From now on, remember, when he buys anything at the pharmacy, do not accept any money!"
Lin Xiao Tian turned around in surprise and found that the speaker was a middle-aged man.
The man wore a black tuxedo with a white shirt, a black bow tie, and gold-rimmed glasses. His leather shoes were polished to a shine, giving him an air of politeness.
"Understood, Mr. Xu!"
The sales assistant nodded solemnly and, cooperating fully, returned the money Lin Xiao Tian had offered.
Lin Xiao Tian was stunned.
When had he met such a generous person?
He had no recollection whatsoever.
Immediately after, the man walked up to Lin Xiao Tian and bowed ninety degrees!
"Mr. Lin, we've finally found you. My master invites you. Would you be willing to grace him with your presence?"
Lin Xiao Tian couldn't help but raise an eyebrow.
Someone like this was merely a subordinate?
Then who on earth was this "master" they spoke of?
Lin Xiao Tian couldn't help but feel a sense of curiosity...