Chapter 144 Love at First Sight
Chen Yang stood by the sidelines, his eyes sweeping over Bai Tianlei.
With just a glance, he knew there was something wrong with the ring on Bai Tianlei’s palm.
However, Chen Yang didn’t pay much attention, only a glint of ruthlessness flashed in his eyes.
Chen Yang distinctly remembered this Bai Tianlei.
Previously, after his wife, Liu Ran, was stripped of her graduation and degree certificates and kicked out, the reason her life became so miserable was the persecution by Bai Lang Financial Company.
The reason Bai Lang Financial Company targeted Liu Ran, besides its vampiric nature, was also due to Bai Tianlei.
When Bai Tianlei pursued Liu Ran before, she had refused him, so he harbored resentment.
Later, when Liu Ran’s appearance was ruined, he no longer cared about her, only hatred remained. Consequently, he instructed his subordinates to deliberately make things difficult for Liu Ran’s family.
Seeing Bai Tianlei approaching, a wicked smile crept onto Chen Yang’s lips.
He hadn’t personally killed anyone in a long time, but for a scumbag like Bai Tianlei, Chen Yang didn’t mind staining his hands with filthy blood.
Uncle Wu, who was behind Bai Tianlei, saw Chen Yang’s face and was startled. He couldn’t understand why he always felt timid in front of Chen Yang.
After all, he was already a super master of the Grand Cycle realm.
Few in Jiang Province could match him.
Yet, why did he always feel timid before this young man, Chen Yang?
Just as Bai Tianlei was charging towards Chen Yang, about to raise his palm, a slender figure suddenly rushed forward – it was Liu Ran.
Liu Ran emerged from backstage.
Before this, Liu Ran, Gao Juan, and other students had been backstage.
Liu Ran couldn’t help but cry loudly after her innocence was cleared. Gao Juan and the other classmates pulled her backstage to comfort her.
They didn’t know what happened afterward, only that the vice-principal on stage was calling Liu Ran’s name, asking her to come up and receive an award.
Therefore, it was at this moment that Liu Ran, Gao Juan, and others came out from the back room.
As she emerged, Liu Ran happened to see Bai Tianlei’s hand already raised, while Chen Yang stood there blankly.
Seeing this, Liu Ran naturally couldn’t stand by and watch. She shouted and rushed out, directly blocking Chen Yang.
Although Liu Ran was slender and delicate, she was not afraid.
Even though Liu Ran knew that this Bai Tianlei was the heir of Jiang Province’s foremost aristocratic family, she remained fearless.
Liu Ran angrily said to Bai Tianlei, “Bai Tianlei, what are you trying to do? Hit someone? Let me tell you, you wish.”
Bai Tianlei’s face was filled with hatred, but when his eyes landed on Liu Ran, he suddenly froze, his mind exploding with a ‘boom’.
His eyes were fixed on Liu Ran, his expression one of disbelief.
He hadn’t expected Liu Ran to have recovered her appearance, and moreover, she was even more captivating than the Liu Ran from their university days.
Willow eyebrows, crescent eyes, an oval face, fair and tender skin, unparalleled beauty. Even now, with her brows furrowed and a fierce expression, she was still so captivating. That slightly ferocious, yet adorable look struck Bai Tianlei’s heart.
Six years ago, Bai Tianlei had fallen in love with this woman at first sight.
He had pursued her for a while but never managed to win her over. Later, when he saw her appearance ruined, Bai Tianlei lost interest, even feeling a bit frustrated, thinking he had chased her for years to no avail.
But now, Bai Tianlei’s heart was pounding uncontrollably.
He couldn’t fathom how such a beautiful woman could exist.
Bai Tianlei stared for a few seconds, then suddenly burst into laughter. He slowly lowered his hand and said to Liu Ran, “Ah, Liu Ran, long time no see, how have you been?”
Liu Ran looked at Bai Tianlei, a flicker of disgust in her eyes. However, knowing that Bai Tianlei was not someone to be trifled with, she concealed her revulsion.
She took a step back, extending her hand to protect Chen Yang, much like a mother hen guarding her chick.
Liu Ran said to Bai Tianlei, “Young Master Bai, we are just ordinary commoners. We are not worthy of knowing you, nor are we worthy of being your enemy. Chen Yang is my husband. If he has done anything wrong, please forgive him, Young Master Bai. We have other matters to attend to, so we will leave now.”
After speaking, Liu Ran grabbed Chen Yang’s arm and walked towards the stage. She didn’t dare to let Chen Yang be alone with Bai Tianlei.
After walking more than ten meters, Liu Ran finally breathed a sigh of relief. She quickly and quietly instructed Chen Yang, “Chen Yang, you must not provoke that guy. He is incredibly arrogant. He is the heir of the Bai family and holds immense power here. With a single word from him, we’ll be finished. So, you must endure it.”
Chen Yang couldn’t help but laugh upon hearing this.
He could feel the genuine emotion in Liu Ran’s protection just now, which meant his place in Liu Ran’s heart was becoming more and more important.
Chen Yang didn’t care about anything else; he only cared about Liu Ran’s feelings for him. Understanding Liu Ran’s heart, Chen Yang couldn’t help but grin foolishly, a smile blossoming on his face.
Liu Ran pulled Chen Yang along quickly. Noticing Chen Yang’s lack of response, she turned to look at him and saw him grinning foolishly.
Liu Ran frowned and mumbled, “Chen Yang, are you scared silly? Why are you grinning like the eldest son of a landlord? Come with me. After I receive my award on stage, we’ll head back immediately.”
At this moment, Liu Ran and Gao Juan and the others were completely unaware that after Zhou Sinian’s arrival, a series of twists and turns had occurred.
When Liu Ran reached the stage and saw the judges awarding her the prize, she was not surprised. After all, when she had left crying earlier, it was during Zhou Sinian’s adjudication of Li Chenghui. Therefore, Liu Ran had no doubts.
She received the first-place trophy. Liu Ran said gratefully to Zhou Sinian, “Lord Zhou, thank you. Thank you for clearing my name, vindicating me, and restoring my innocence. Thank you.”
Zhou Sinian was taken aback by her words, then his face showed a hint of embarrassment. He quickly said to Liu Ran, “Classmate Liu Ran, the person you should thank is your husband. It was all Chen Yang’s effort just now. I, too, have to thank him!”
Zhou Sinian said this with a wry smile. Liu Ran was a bit confused upon hearing this, so she looked at Zhou Sinian and then at Chen Yang, murmuring, “What does this have to do with Chen Yang?”
Zhou Sinian waved his hand and said with a bitter smile, “Ask your husband yourself when you get home. The school will re-issue your degree and graduation certificates.
“At the same time, someone will present you with the first prize for the Centennial Qingzhou University Emblem Design. There will also be media and reporters interviewing you.
“In short, it will be quite busy. So, Classmate Liu Ran, hurry and wash your face, wipe away your tears, and then put on some makeup to prepare for the upcoming interview.”
Liu Ran nodded vigorously upon hearing this, “Okay, okay. Thank you, Lord Zhou. I’ll go get ready now. I also need to introduce my newly established Yangyangyang Brand Design Company during the interview!”