Chapter 01 He is Wang Qi

On that face, a pair of bright eyes, seemingly shining with joy, always carried a cheerful smile. Yet at this moment, in the eyes of the president of the sword association, all he wanted was to punch straight through.

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Holding the postcard depicting a woman with flowing blue hair, standing alone among the flowers and gazing up at the colorful sky, the woman was momentarily stunned. It was only when the tears, which had fallen unnoticed, turned cold in the biting wind that she suddenly came to her senses. She quickly wiped away the traces of her tears and took a deep breath, intending to return it to Wang Qi. However, the words "good friend" on the card touched her, and after much contemplation, she ultimately decided to accept it.

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The woman, growing more distant, waved her hand without looking back. "I can't leave to take care of my parents and younger siblings. Thank you for the many opportunities to earn money over the past few years—goodbye!"

A cold wind swept through, and the president of the Sword Association on the balcony shivered uncontrollably. Unable to endure any longer, he shouted in anger: "Where the hell have you gone, Wang Qi! This is your balcony! Damn it—are you getting back at me for covering the cost of that bottle of liquor the last time we drank together? Is that it, is that it?"

What a good Wang Qi... Over these years at the academy, he has made so much money. But wait, this guy is used to spending lavishly; how could he possibly save up so much money? The woman suddenly noticed that the last receipt, which showed a deposit of 20,000, was actually in her own name, and it was accompanied by a beautiful little card.

When he stepped out onto the balcony, he saw the tall and slender president of the gun club leaning against the door. His heart, which had been raised in concern, eased slightly as he smiled nonchalantly and said, "Aren't you busy preparing for tonight's assessment at the gun club?"

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Ah? You signed up? Why did no one tell me?" The old dean stuffed his hands into the pockets of his coat and walked away, muttering to himself as he went: "Yes, if you don't participate in the assessment, you must sign up. How did I forget? I should go ask first...

Indeed, the dean is right! Wang Qi nodded repeatedly in agreement, silently mourning for himself and for the president of the Sword Association, who was probably still enjoying the breeze on the balcony at this moment

The president of the Sword Association finds it quite perplexing that one would forsake such a clearly promising future; he can only describe this as inconceivable. However, this is no longer important. What matters is that, without the immensely pressuring Nine Mysterious Guests, the Imperial Guard has now become theirs for the taking

Calculating the total amount of these money house notes immediately confirmed her suspicion. She had long known that Wang Qi came from the village of orphaned mercenaries, growing up eating the food and wearing the clothes of many families. The money he used to enter the academy was contributed by the village's orphaned and elderly mercenaries. Clearly, the funds secretly accumulated in the academy over the years were intended to repay the tuition fees for the village's orphaned and retired mercenaries.

The delicate snowflakes gently drift down to the earth

Director ... I, I, I have said it seven times ...

"Damn Wang Qi, it would be better to just talk about money in this partnership, why bring up feelings..." The woman took a deep breath and stepped forward; it was time for her to fulfill the five thousand yuan cooperation agreement

Who knows? The gun club president's originally narrow eyes squinted into slits as he reminisced about his past interactions with Wang Qi, letting out a long sigh. Perhaps the pursuits he spoke of in the past were indeed genuine

In the Neutral Star System of every household, the First Mercenary Academy has long donned a cloak of pristine white snow. However, the cold weather cannot freeze the hearts that are filled with anticipation and excitement for the future after graduation.

On the balcony, the president of the Sword Society, after cursing Wang Qi for the three hundred and eighty-seventh time, finally saw the figure that had been waiting in the doorway as the door was pushed open.

The president of the Sword Association looked at the large bag behind Wang Qi and asked with a speculative expression, "You didn't create the Nine Mysterious Guests just for today, did you?"

What does it mean that "life is the process of pursuing the future that the heart desires"? Among the tens of thousands of students this year, I see this in you... The old dean's wrinkled face radiated an excitement that belied his age, and it seemed that Wang Qi's reminder to escape went unheard.

The president of the Sword Association was momentarily taken aback, but then he laughed lightly. This was originally a secret that should not have been known to a third party, but now there was no need for mutual confidentiality. "With the reputation of the Nine Mysterious Guest, Wang Qi should have been almost certain to enter the Imperial Guard of the Family Empire. I really don't understand why he would sell out."

Wang Qi, the philosophy of our family's first mercenary academy in the Galaxy, which stands out in the universe, will rely on you to carry it forward in the future. I heard that you chose not to participate in today's graduation assessment, and I was very pleased at that moment. This is a good seedling; this is a truly outstanding graduate who has genuinely understood the philosophy of our academy. The brilliance of youth lies in exploring everywhere. If one does not travel far enough or see enough, how can one know what their heart truly yearns for? Only through the freedom of soaring can one find what their heart desires. Just look at the academy; so many young talents are already thinking about finding a comfortable job, pursuing power in the empire, or wasting their talents on making money through trade! What is that all about? As the saying goes, one must see all the scenery before settling down. How can one think of settling down at a young age without having seen the scenery? It's simply unreasonable.

How could I encounter the dean in the small grove! At such an age, how could he come to the small grove alone! Wang Qi shouted in despair in his heart, but he still had to pretend to listen attentively, standing straight.

The dean walked slowly—Wang Qifei hurriedly dashed through the small grove, fearing that the dean might suddenly turn back and engage him in conversation

What is important is not money

Wang Qi was very serious and focused on the * picture * book. On his somewhat gaunt face, his eyes sparkled with a passionate light, bright as stars. However, the woman in front of him was solely preoccupied with counting money. Only after she finished counting did she swiftly put it away, tucking her small hands into her pockets, and replied, "Since money is not important, just give me the portion you earned."

However, he could only think about it, while forcing a warm smile on his face and saying: "Damn! You made me wait for an hour in the cold wind?"

Without waiting for her to speak, Wang Qi had already handed over the money bag containing six thousand yuan. "This is the last time I ask for your help before graduation. I appreciate it. There are still some things I need you to take care of, and one thousand yuan will be considered a token of gratitude."

It is indeed correct that you do not participate in the martial arts assessment! At such a young age, having just graduated, if you are already scheming to find a comfortable place to settle, that is a waste of life and a stifling of your future. It means missing the opportunity to explore the universe and witness the vastness of the starry sky! I originally intended to recommend that you participate in the graduation expedition test, which departs at midnight. I believe you would not refuse! Under the gaze of the old dean, filled with expectations, Wang Qi sighed helplessly: "Dean, I just signed up..."

Wang Qi has left, and the president of the Sword Association carefully wrapped the long sword, worth no more than 3,000, treating it as a treasure

Achoo—The biting cold wind made Wang Qi's eyes redden. His boots were mostly buried in the snow. Looking at the elderly dean in front of him, whose incessant talking had lasted nearly an hour, he couldn't help but say for the seventh time: "Dean, there are still people waiting for me..."

Wang Qi smiled as he tightened his coat. "What matters is not the reluctance to give you money"

The old director, who was animatedly speaking, paused upon hearing the voice and looked at Wang Qi, asking: "Is someone waiting for you?"

The woman counted while lightly laughing and said: "You gave me five thousand, how much did you earn yourself?"

Wang Qi looked at the innocent expression of the old dean and could only weakly nod, saying: "Dean... I have already said it seven times..."

Wang Qijing's strong arm affectionately rested on the shoulder of the president of the sword association, and with a sincere smile, he said: "Did you encounter the dean on the way?"

Wang Qi wiped the snow off his face, smiled slightly, and called out to the woman's back, "Are we really not going out for a walk after graduation?"

Wang Qi quickly counted the money, smiled with satisfaction, tucked it into his bosom, and took out a rare standard long sword from the large bag on his back, handing it over. "From now on, the mysterious sword will be yours!"

Oh... I believe. "The important thing is to promote positive energy." The woman continued counting without raising her head.

Amidst the biting cold wind, the president, with lips turning purple from the chill, stood on the balcony of the Sword Association conference hall, anxiously gazing down at the small grove below, stamping his feet and irritably muttering: "Damn it... why hasn't Wang Qi arrived yet!"

"Loquacious old fool!" The president of the Sword Association exhaled a breath of pent-up frustration, stuffing a money pouch into Wang Qihuai's hands. Looking at the deserted woods below, he deliberately lowered his voice. "Count out fifty thousand. If anything unexpected happens tonight, don't blame me for being heartless."

The roar pierced through the air above the small grove

Alright, alright, since you have something to attend to, let us be brief. The reason I sought you out today is for one matter—" The old dean's expression suddenly became serious, as if what he was about to say was a matter of epoch-making significance

Oh... is that so? The old dean casually brushed the snow off his shoulders and glanced at the sky. "Is it getting dark already? Wang Qi, if someone is waiting for you, you should have mentioned it earlier. How can you just focus on chatting with me? On such a cold day, you ought to think more about others..."

The leader of the Gun Society had a pair of slender eyes that sparkled with sharp light, fixed intently on the sword bag behind the leader of the Sword Society. He said leisurely, "We are old friends, so why hide anything? Without the mysterious gun to compete with me, what else do you need to prepare? Wang Qi sold you the mysterious sword for 50,000, didn't he?"

He is still hungry, but he appears to be in good spirits

It is important to find a reason not to give you one

I know it is difficult for you, with both parents in poor health and six younger siblings relying on you. Although we cannot venture into the world together, in my heart, we have always been good friends. Please do not return this small token of goodwill; otherwise, it would imply that you have breached the agreement by peeking, and the funds for cooperation would become compensation for the breach.

A slender woman wearing a pink hat approached from a distance, her eyes gazing at Wang Qi, sparkling with a meaningful smile

A person's poverty leads to limited aspirations, compounded by shyness and timidity; today's situation is purely accidental

Chapter Introduction: In such a splendid era, the mountain flowers naturally face the sun, rushing towards every breeze and scenery, without waiting for the gentle flow of time

As dusk fell, Wang Qi left the academy's swordsmanship training room, the large bag on his back already empty and deflated

The woman chuckled softly and reached out to Wang Qi's chest. "Then give it to me."

A goddess as beautiful as Sita, who yearns for true love, should not be deceived by despicable and shameless individuals with ulterior motives. It is essential that those who genuinely radiate the light of pure love come together, and that is the reason that must be upheld

In the midst of the wind and snow, when the woman reached a corner where no one was around, she stopped and took out the item that Wang Qituo had asked her to help deliver. Seeing the words "Cannot be opened until after twelve o'clock" written on the outside, the woman couldn't help but chuckle to herself. "What else could you know after seeing this?" She looked around to ensure no one was present before opening it, and found inside a stack of receipts from a money exchange, each with a different name, and the deposit amounts varied. Altogether, it amounted to a substantial sum!

However, Wang Qi could not take it seriously, muttering to himself in a daze, "Is it just for one matter that I have been caught here, enduring an hour of cold wind? Why didn't they mention it at the beginning? Why didn't they mention it?"

I enjoy listening to your serious nonsense the most! The woman unceremoniously grabbed a handful of ice and snow, pressed it against Wang Qi's face, clapped her hands, and walked away giggling