Chapter 206: Xu Ruochu’s Budding Love

At the hospital.

After Fu Xue “leaked the information,” Wang Haoran immediately rushed to the family hospital.

As expected, he saw Murong Bufan being overly attentive—

“Ruochu, it looks like you didn’t sleep well last night? You should go rest, I’ll take care of Auntie here!”

“Auntie, I talked to the doctor, the surgery was very successful. You just need to recuperate and you’ll be discharged soon!”

Wang Haoran was speechless—anyone who didn’t know the situation would think Murong Bufan was the Xu family’s son-in-law!

Moreover, this was his family’s hospital, and he had arranged the surgery, the attending doctor, and the medical expenses. How could Murong Bufan claim credit?

Could he tolerate this?

Thinking of his new skill, Wang Haoran immediately used it on Murong Bufan.

[Murong Bufan: Protagonist of “Nine Transformations of the Dragon”

Protagonist Halo: 4700

Combat Strength: 490 (Peak Transformation Stage)

Physique: 350

Mental Power: 200

Trust: -30

Charm: 100

Golden Finger: Nine Transformations of the Dragon; Dragon Blood Body (Shielded); Star Shifting (Shielded)

Profile: After his family was annihilated overnight, his fiancée’s family added insult to injury and forcibly annulled the engagement. During the pursuit by his enemies, the genius youth of the Murong family suddenly activated his Dragon Bloodline.

From then on, once transformed into a dragon, he was destined to be extraordinary; Nine Transformations of the Dragon, none could stop him! The youth vowed to reclaim everything that belonged to him!]

Reading the profile, Wang Haoran couldn’t help but ridicule it.

At Murong Bufan’s age, he still considered himself a youth? And he was dumped too?

One wonders if he shouted “Don’t bully the poor youth!”

After using “Identify,” Wang Haoran could now sense Murong Bufan’s position in real time.

As for the three golden fingers, Wang Haoran spent 200 luck points to permanently seal Murong Bufan’s special physique “Dragon Blood Body” and the Murong family’s signature skill “Star Shifting.”

As for “Nine Transformations of the Dragon,” it was just a cultivation method, not in the “special ability” category.

But without the Dragon Blood Body, how could Murong Bufan perform the Nine Transformations of the Dragon?

A mere peak transformation stage, Wang Haoran could stand still and let him hit without concern!

Of course, this was just in theory, Wang Haoran wasn’t foolish enough to let him strike.

Otherwise, a punch backed by a protagonist halo of 4700 might be hard to block!

Watching Murong Bufan smiling and chatting with Xu’s mother, while indirectly wooing her daughter, Wang Haoran internally mocked him.

Fu Xue’s background was substantial, but what did Xu Ruochu have that warranted this attention?

Where was his determination to avenge and revive the Murong family?

The Southern Murong gave up even his fairy-like cousin for the sake of restoring his country, but you? Pathetic!

Ah, but Wang Haoran suddenly thought, could Murong Bufan’s fiancée also be his cousin? The kind who affectionately calls him “Cousin~”?

***

After closing the system interface.

Wang Haoran stood at the ward door, waving to Xu Ruochu.

“Ruochu, come here for a moment.”

“…?”

Sitting on the chair, Xu Ruochu turned her head, looking delighted, “Haoran-gege!”

Indeed, Murong Bufan’s face turned dark upon hearing the voice and seeing Wang Haoran.

Though amused, Wang Haoran ignored Murong Bufan outwardly.

He took Xu Ruochu to the end of the corridor.

“Ruochu, did you stay up late again last night? You should take care of yourself!”

Wang Haoran gently touched the dark circles under Xu Ruochu’s eyes.

“It’s alright, I’m not tired!”

Xu Ruochu spoke honestly; she felt much more relaxed than before, and taking care of her mother made her happy even if she stayed up late.

With her face inadvertently touched by Haoran-gege, a blush crept up Xu Ruochu’s cheeks.

Seeing her budding love, Wang Haoran noticed someone pretending to pass by, and a plan formed in his mind.

He took out a bank card.

“Ruochu, this is for you!”

“No, I can’t take it!”

Not knowing how much money was in it, Xu Ruochu still firmly refused.

After receiving the demolition compensation, Haoran-gege had his people treat her mother for free; they had already received a great favor. How could she take more money?

She didn’t want people to think she was with Haoran-gege for money!

“Ruochu, take it, consider it compensation for your mental distress!” Wang Haoran said with a guilty expression, “Because of my mistake, your mother was delayed, and you dropped out of school. This is what you deserve!”

“Haoran-gege, it was your subordinates who acted behind your back, how can I blame you? Don’t overthink it!” Xu Ruochu comforted Wang Haoran instead.

“Really? You don’t blame me anymore?”

“Mm!” Xu Ruochu nodded immediately.

“Thank you! You’re so kind, Ruochu!”

Wang Haoran got excited, “Do you want to go back to school, Ruochu?”

“…Go back to school?”

“Yes! Don’t worry about bothering me; it’s a small matter!”

Seeing Xu Ruochu’s hopeful yet hesitant expression, Wang Haoran continued.

“And… after you graduate, you can work at our Wang family headquarters!”

“Can I? I heard it’s hard to get in…”

“Of course! It’s my family’s company after all!”

Wang Haoran finally revealed his true intention.

“And, I hope you’ll be there… by my side…”

“After all, the pavilion closest to the water enjoys the moon first…”

Seeing the affection in Wang Haoran’s eyes, Xu Ruochu’s face turned red.

She understood, this was a confession!

She began stammering.

“I… I…”

“I want to go back to school…”

“Great!”

Wang Haoran happily held Xu Ruochu’s hand.

He had been coming to the hospital every day to make sure Murong Bufan saw this scene!

And Xu Ruochu, shyly holding Haoran-gege’s hand, turned her head.

Then she saw Murong Bufan standing not far away.

“Ah! Murong-gege!”

Xu Ruochu felt very apologetic.

Over this period, she sensed that Murong-gege liked her just like Haoran-gege did.

Although Murong-gege had helped her a lot, and she was grateful, it was just gratitude and trust.

Only when she was with Haoran-gege did her heart race.

She didn’t know why, but the initial gratitude and dependence had unexpectedly turned into love.

So, she had told Murong-gege many times that he didn’t need to trouble himself.

She even endured the shyness to accept Haoran-gege’s hugs in front of him, to make her feelings clear.

Seeing Murong Bufan “passing by” for a long time, Wang Haoran smiled and patted Xu Ruochu’s head.

“Ruochu, go back to Auntie.”

“Mm!”

Their interaction made Murong Bufan grit his teeth.

Previously, he thought he had a chance since they were just close.

But now…

Witnessing Wang Haoran’s successful courtship, Murong Bufan felt a pang of pain.

“Wang Haoran, you got another beauty. Does Luoxue know?”

“Same to you, only you failed!”

“Hmph, I’m not as despicable as you! I’m just preventing Ruochu from falling into your vile hands!”

Murong Bufan spoke righteously but was met with Wang Haoran’s ridicule.

“Really? But I heard differently!—’Ruochu, calling me big brother makes me feel old! Call me Murong-gege like others do!'”

“So, Xuexue is just ‘others’ to you?”

Hearing Murong Bufan’s words before, Wang Haoran had coaxed Xu Ruochu to call him “Haoran-gege” many times.

Wang Haoran smirked, “Should I tell Xuexue?”

“You…! Don’t talk nonsense!”

“Hehe! Depends on my mood!”

With that, Wang Haoran walked away, leaving Murong Bufan standing there with a gloomy face.

***

After leaving the hospital building.

Wang Haoran returned to his car.

Today, he planned to take Lin Xiaowei to S University, and stopping by the hospital to provoke Murong Bufan was just a detour.

Seeing Xu Ruochu falling into his embrace bit by bit, Murong Bufan’s face grew darker day by day; by now, he should be at his breaking point.

Once he breaks, he’ll be easier to deal with!

Just as Wang Haoran was driving away from the hospital.

His phone suddenly rang—

“Hello?”

“Mr. Wang, it’s me. Do you… have time now?”