Chapter Nine, Error and Destiny
As soon as he entered, the monkey squeezed in, closed the door to the private room behind him, and pushed A Bao to sit inside.
Hui, Adi, and Abao exited the private room in reverse, and soon the people inside also left in groups of two or three, backing away from the door.
However, Chen Wenjin has already realized that the monkey's side is a trap set by the red-haired girl, Fire Sister, and of course, he will not go there
However, someone immediately blocked the door, preventing Adi from leaving, clearly seeing through his intention to call for help
Originally, A Biao was fully prepared to strive for opportunities in the nightlife scene, however, unexpectedly, Hui Lai arrived with two classmates
As he observed the scenery around him beginning to recede, he attempted to move and then discovered that he could indeed walk. "Is it possible to slow down the reverse motion of the surroundings?"
The red-haired girl's gaze swept over Hui's face and body, and with a cheerful smile, she said: "So this is your girlfriend? Hey—what do you all think, who is more beautiful, me or her?"
Peach and Lin were shopping when they came together. Hui glared at A Bao, clearly implying that he was being taken advantage of
It is no problem to introduce Di, but I do not want to introduce A Bao! Hui originally had a prejudice, and because of Fen's matter, she felt even more that A Bao was unreliable. At this moment, she indignantly said: "He was begging me this morning to help him speak well, and now he wants to meet new beauties? Are all you men like this?"
It seems to cause harm ... Chen Wenjin quickly withdrew his hand, and he saw that the distorted expression on the red-haired girl's face lasted for about one or two seconds before returning to normal
Hui had never encountered such a situation before and was completely unprepared for it. At that moment, she was trembling uncontrollably from fear, not knowing what was happening, and could only wait for the situation to unfold.
What relationship is there? The monkeys have already agreed, right? Free drinks should not be passed up, especially when there are many people and it is lively. Hui's classmates will think we are impressive when they see the crowd!" A Bao strongly opposed, saying, yes, that is the normal reasoning.
As A Bao just sat down, he felt a bit suspicious, thinking it was too coincidental to encounter the red-haired girl again at noon. At this moment, he also realized something was amiss and couldn't help but look at the monkey and ask, "What does this mean?"
"Let your friend handle it on their own! It would be best if you don't get involved, then I can still help you and another friend." The monkey's response was very clear; the red-haired girl was determined to cause trouble.
Di did not know Hui's feelings, but he only wanted to greet Chen Wenjin at the moment, so he hurriedly called out: "Sister Huo, Sister Huo! Since this does not concern us, why not let Huang Jin stay with you to chat slowly, and the three of us will not disturb you. We can invite Sister Huo for drinks another day, and we hope you will grace us with your presence."
In the memories of A Bao and Di, they accepted the monkey's invitation and wanted to find some girls to go along. However, after A Bao made a few phone calls, he found that all the familiar ones were already engaged.
A Bao was already prepared, thinking that Chen Wenjin was deliberately drawing fire. Therefore, he exerted force under his feet and was about to rush towards the red-haired girl, contemplating that controlling her would give him a chance. However, the monkey and another man beside him were not to be underestimated. Before A Bao could stand up, two hands pressed down on his shoulders, forcing him back onto the sofa chair. The monkey grabbed A Bao by the neck, his expression fierce as he warned, "Don't say I didn't remind you!"
A Biao pretended to smoke, squinting his eyes as he surveyed the people in the private room, sensing that they were not to be trifled with. Most of them seemed to be of a level that had not pursued education and were merely out for a good time, which only added to his sense of trouble
"If there is, am I still here playing with you?" Di sprayed a face full of smoke at A Bao in annoyance
One is Lin, and the other is Peach.
After leaving the bar, everything returned to normal
The men and women in the private room shouted in unison: "You are beautiful!"
At this moment, the red-haired girl was also retreating from the private room, her steps growing slower and slower. Chen Wenjin found it amusing and tried to reach out and pinch her cheek. However, as soon as his hand made contact, the skin of the red-haired girl twisted in response, resembling the fluctuations of a distorted space.
A group of men could no longer tolerate Chen Wenjin's arrogant demeanor and collectively rushed to attack him. Just as a few fists were about to land, a burst of colorful light suddenly illuminated the scene
At this moment, when he said it was nothing, Adi did not believe him. He feigned enthusiasm and greeted, "Beauty, we meet again! We are truly fated! Just based on this fate, it is worth opening a good bottle of wine! I will treat you, let me get a good one, just a moment!"
Before reaching the shopping area, the pager went off
Adi immediately wanted to open the door and go out, but was blocked by someone. He had no choice but to reach out and pull that person aside, only to find that he did not have enough strength.
I misspoke! My apologies—I'll punish myself with three cups, is that alright?" Di poured himself a drink and downed three cups in a row, with no one to stop him. Usually arrogant, at this moment he only wished for a peaceful resolution. The principle of having to bow one's head under the eaves is one that Di has always adhered to.
One of the men, with a cold expression and an arrogant tone, said: "Does Sister Huo need you to treat her to drinks?"
A Bao and Di were also in the crowd, retreating back to the phone booth. One was smoking and surveying the beautiful women on the street, while the other held the phone, wearing a cool expression, occasionally casting a flirtatious glance at the women on the street
A Bao had not heard of it either, but he knew that monkeys were also knowledgeable. If that is the case, then the red-haired girl is most likely being played with by her father or elder brother outside, and it is quite a respectable situation. He then whispered, "It's not a big deal; we have known each other for a long time, so please help me say a few words."
Chen Wenjin smiled. A few men in the private room, who had already been displeased with him, shouted: "Do you want to die?"
Right here! Chen Wenjin ceased the activation of his power, and the surrounding crowd resumed their normal conversations as they moved forward. The vehicles on the road were no longer moving in reverse.
The monkey sat down on top of A Biao, casually smoking a cigarette and said: "It's nothing. Sister Huo just wants to get to know you all."
You can be suspicious all you want! Abao couldn't take it anymore, but he still went directly to the phone booth to call the monkey, leaving a message saying that he had something urgent and couldn't make it, suggesting to reschedule for next time. In the end, he added: "It would be best if Huineng could bring out a beautiful woman! Otherwise, you will be treating tonight."
"Don't act so tough; if you get hurt, you won't look cool anymore," the red-haired girl scoffed with a light laugh. However, she saw Chen Wenjin take a step forward, then he pointed at the people in the private room, gesturing with his fingers for them to come at him together. Unable to contain her anger, she said, "Do you think I wouldn't want to hit you? Since he's so arrogant, what are you all waiting for!"
As soon as the call ended, A Bao said: "Forget it, I just broke up with Fen. I haven't been in a state of despair for a year and a half. Hui must think I never had any sincerity from the start, and now she definitely won't help. Let's first solve Di's single status, and tonight I'll go to the dance floor to meet some beautiful women."
Let me share first! A Bao does not want to fall behind Di. In terms of family background and appearance, he is far behind. How can he lose to Di in matters that can be improved through hard work in the future
Without needing to look, he knew that at this time they had not yet set off; however, he suddenly disappeared from Di and A Bao's sight, so of course they would call to find him
Getting hit hurts, so I won't play with you anymore. Chen Wenjin is no longer the young boy he once was; he no longer believes that being able to endure pain is something to be proud of. Not getting hurt is the best thing after all
Upon seeing Taozi, Chen Wenjin could not help but be astonished, and then silently sighed, fate... how wonderfully strange it is, is it destined for Taozi to meet them?
Observing the slow movement of everyone around him, Chen Wenjin quickened his pace, only to find that as he walked faster, the speed of the surrounding reverse motion also increased. He realized that it would be impossible to directly walk back to A Bao and the others.
The red-haired girl played with the dice, sizing up Chen Wenjin. Observing his cool and composed demeanor, she said with a cold expression: "You are lucky, just my type. Now, if you become my boyfriend after I break up with your girlfriend, I won't hold the previous matters against you, and she can return safely."
I am not that bad! What kind of grudge would push someone into a pit of fire? I regret bringing together A Bao and Fen so much! Anyway, I will only find one, and A Bao is not included. Hui's attitude is firm, clearly regarding A Bao as an unforgivable scumbag.
From the way these people are collectively directing their gaze, it is evident that they are waiting for them
At this moment, Chen Wenjin's feelings are simply beyond words ... The lottery numbers that were clearly destined to win have changed by two, and what was originally a peaceful day in memory has suddenly turned into this perilous situation before me. 'I must be out of my mind, knowing that this girl is trouble yet still planting the seeds of disaster ... '
Di was at a loss for words. It was evident that he needed to have a direct conversation with the golden-haired girl. Only by reaching an agreement could the problem be resolved. He could only gesture to him to speak properly, as whether they would be beaten tonight depended on him.
The monkey squinted his eyes and took a puff of smoke, sneering as he turned to A Biao and said, "Your brother probably doesn't know who Sister Huo is, does he?"
"How do you expect me to explain this?" Chen Wenjin's expression was calm, and he gently patted Hui's hand.
Although A Bao did not understand what Hui was saying, he vaguely heard the conversation between Chen Wenjin and guessed that it was close to the truth. Therefore, he tugged at the corner of his clothing and shook his head to indicate that it was unnecessary to insist.
There are quite a few people in the private room, both men and women, totaling twenty-four.
Chen Wenjin walked out of the private room while making attempts, and then discovered that his own breathing and the rhythm of his emotions could influence the speed of the surrounding reverse motion. When he took slow, deep breaths and calmed his emotions, the surrounding reverse motion phenomena became very slow.
Di held onto A Bao tightly, expressing gratitude as he said: "Good brother! Once I become a true man, I will definitely share the process with you"
"Shut up!" A man next to Di pointed at his nose and scolded him. The red-haired girl ignored Di, and A Bao felt even more uneasy. It was evident that the people in the room were not easily deceived. Di's plan to first ensure Hui's safety and then call for help was completely unfeasible.
I have no idea about others, but it is evident that I am quite reliable with Di. " After Chen Wenjin said this, he added: "Otherwise, just call someone who has a grudge against you or who always speaks ill of you behind your back.
The man who just came into a windfall is still so stingy. Chen Wenjin shook his head and chuckled, just then the phone rang, it was Hui
Thus, a group of people's fists retracted, their bodies retreated with their steps, and the fierce expressions on their faces transformed into anger, then into a condescending arrogance, as they sat back down on the sofa.
After Chen Wenjin got out of the taxi, he reflected on the scene they had shared at the phone booth earlier. Consequently, the surrounding scenery rapidly regressed; the crowd on the street walked forward yet moved backward, while the cars that had passed the traffic lights also reversed, retreating past the crosswalk, transforming into a state of waiting for the red light.
Chen Wenjin called out to A Bao and Hu, and when he received a call back, he said: "Seeing that both of you are single and quite miserable, why don't I have Hu invite two friends? We won't go to the monkey's place; it's inconvenient with too many people"
Chen Wenjin hailed a taxi by the roadside, glanced at his watch, and stated his destination
The red-haired girl glanced at him, the corners of her mouth curling into a mocking cold smile as she said, "Why are you so nervous? There's no need to be afraid—weren't you quite arrogant at noon? I just want to see how your friend plans to explain this to me! What does he think giving me a fake pager number means? Is he playing with me? Or am I so ugly that I scare people away—unwilling to even make a friend?"
"What if I say no?" Chen Wenjin asked in response, as the red-haired girl looked at him, while Hui, who was held by him, trembled again in fear
Everyone is playing in the venue. A Biao found it quite boring, exhaled a puff of smoke, and asked Di, "Do you know any beautiful women?"
I have a bad feeling. I saw someone acting suspiciously in the phone booth at noon, and they seemed to be following us. From your description, they resemble a monkey, and I suspect they are related to that red-haired woman from the arcade, so I don't want to go. Otherwise, you all can go. Chen Wenjin thought that if he didn't go, they wouldn't do anything to A Bao and Di, of course, if they acted separately, they wouldn't have any beautiful women with them, so it was clear they wouldn't make that choice.