The next morning, the world felt strangely… peaceful.
No divine screens flickering in the sky.
No goddesses whispering cryptic warnings.
No cosmic disasters following Li Cheng around like unpaid debts.
Just sunlight, a cool breeze, and the faint scent of fried eggs wafting through the quiet villa courtyard.
Li Cheng stretched lazily.
System: "Host, all functions have been normalized. No more invasions. No more anomalies. You are now in complete control. Congratulations."
He smirked.
"Finally… some peace."
He put on his uniform—white shirt, grey trousers, harmless schoolboy vibe on the surface.
But underneath?
Li Cheng had the aura of a youthful CEO who could buy the entire school for fun.
The Chauffeur, The Rolls-Royce, and the Neighbors Who Think He's Filming a Drama
The black Rolls-Royce Phantom purred outside the gate.
The neighbors peeked from behind curtains.
Neighbor A: "Is this boy acting in a movie?"
Neighbor B: "No… maybe he's secretly the son of a billionaire!"
Neighbor C: "He looks too calm. Rich kids always try to show off. This one is dangerous."
Li Cheng only chuckled and stepped inside.
He liked shocking people now.
Life was too short to not enjoy face-slapping moments.
Campus Arrival: Instant Chaos Mode Activated
When the Rolls-Royce rolled into the campus, the morning crowd froze.
People who were eating stopped mid-bite.
People who were walking froze mid-step.
Even the pigeons on the flagpole paused like NPCs.
A first-year boy stuttered,
"Bro… bro—whose boss is visiting today?"
A girl squealed,
"Is that a celebrity?! Is someone filming?!"
And then Li Cheng stepped out.
Silence.
Then—
CHAOS.
Students freaked out like someone dropped a celebrity into a local market.
"THAT'S LI CHENG?!"
"No way, wasn't he the guy everyone ignored last semester?!"
"Bro got the glow-up of the century."
"That car probably costs more than the school!"
"Wait, is he dating Qin Rou?!"
"No, I heard the department flower from Business School likes him too!"
Li Cheng gave them a lazy wave and walked toward the main building, each step somehow making him look like a young CEO returning to inspect his company.
Teachers Suddenly Treat Him Like a Hidden Principal
"Ah—Student Li Cheng!"
A previously strict teacher jogged toward him.
"You don't need to join morning assembly today! I'll mark your attendance personally!"
Another teacher rushed over.
"Li Cheng, do you need help with anything? More textbooks? A new locker? Maybe air-conditioning in your classroom?"
Air-conditioning in ONE classroom.
Everyone nearby:
"I-Isn't that… corruption?!"
Li Cheng politely refused and continued walking.
He wasn't used to this level of worship yet.
But he liked it.
He liked it a lot.
Rumors Spread Like Rocket Fuel
By the time he reached the hallway, the school forum was already exploding.
[Breaking!]Mysterious luxury car appears! Li Cheng steps out like an urban novel protagonist!
[Discussion]Is Li Cheng secretly a young master? Photos included!
[Rumor]He rejected a teacher's attempt to kneel and serve him tea!
[Campus Goddess Poll Update]Qin Rou seen walking with Li Cheng—couple confirmed?!
Li Cheng scrolled through the posts.
The system beeped.
System: "Popularity rising… rising… rising…
Congratulations, Host. You are now the school's unofficial celebrity."
Li Cheng whispered,"That's right. Let's continue."
Qin Rou Appears — And She's MUCH Closer Than Usual
He turned the corner—
And collided softly with someone.
A familiar scent—fresh, elegant, with a hint of jasmine.
Qin Rou.
She blinked up at him, cheeks slightly pink.
"Li Cheng… you came early today."
He raised a brow.
"Why? Did you want to walk with me?"
Her ears turned red instantly.
"I–I didn't say that."
But she stood very close.
Closer than yesterday.
Close enough that people passing by were already snapping pictures.
Girls gasped.
Guys clenched their fists.
"Bro, is she trying to make our confidence disappear?!"
"First thing in the morning and she stands THAT close to him?!"
"I need to start doing skincare…"
Li Cheng smirked internally.
This was the school life he wanted.
No gods.
No disasters.
Just attention, romance, and opportunities to humiliate idiots.
And right on schedule—
Arrogant Playboy No. 2 Appears (Because Urban Novels Always Need One)
"Qin Rou!!!"
A loud voice pierced the hallway.
Enter Wang Kai, from Business Department.
Son of a local real estate boss.
Wears sunglasses indoors.
Thinks a gold chain equals charisma.
Has the IQ of a refrigerator but twice as loud.
He swaggered toward them like he owned the school.
"Oh, Qin Rou, why're you standing with this guy?" he sneered loudly. "He doesn't match your status—come on, let me take you to breakfast in my Porsche."
Li Cheng glanced at the "Porsche."
It was a rental.
From yesterday.
With a discount sticker still on the side.
He chuckled.
This would be fun.
Public Humiliation: The Calm, Elegant, CEO-Style Face-Slapping
Wang Kai snapped his fingers arrogantly.
"Hey, kid. Move. Qin Rou is coming with me."
Students gathered instantly.
Someone whispered,
"Oh no… another idiot provoking Li Cheng…"
Someone else replied,
"This is going to be better than morning assembly."
Li Cheng yawned.
Then he said calmly—
"Your car rental company called this morning. You forgot to pay the remaining balance."
Wang Kai's face stiffened.
"H-huh?"
Li Cheng pulled out his phone.
A notification popped up at the perfect time.
Your car rental bill for the yellow Porsche 911 (License Number XXX-911) is overdue. Please return the vehicle before 5 PM.
Gasps everywhere.
"BRO!!! IT'S A RENTAL?!"
"I thought he owned it!"
"The sticker… it makes sense now!!"
Wang Kai trembled with rage.
"You—how do you know that? Are you spying on me?!"
Li Cheng smirked.
"I own the rental company now, and its just one of my companies."
Silence.
Deathly silence.
Then—CAMPUSES EXPLODED.
"HE OWNS WHAT?!"
"Bro bought a rental company for fun?!"
"A REAL BOSS MOVE!"
"I WANT TO CALL HIM DADDY—wait no, sorry!"
"Qin Rou, choose him! Choose the CEO!"
Wang Kai stuttered,
"Y-y-you're lying…"
Li Cheng snapped his fingers.
A sleek black Bentley parked beside the building.
The manager jumped out and bowed deeply.
"Young Master Li! The documents for the vehicle acquisition are here!"
Wang Kai fainted.
The crowd cheered.
Li Cheng casually placed a hand on Qin Rou's waist and guided her past the fallen idiot.
Qin Rou blushed furiously but didn't resist.
Classroom Atmosphere: Everyone Either Worships Him or Fears Him
When Li Cheng entered class, everyone sat straighter.
Some boys hid their fake designer shoes.
Some girls reapplied lip gloss and tried to look elegant.
Qin Rou sat beside Li Cheng, acting like it was completely natural.
Within five minutes, half the school had labeled them:
"Campus Royal CP."
Even the teachers acted differently.
During math class:
"Li Cheng, would you like to… explain this question? No pressure. If you don't want to, the question will not appear on the exam."
During English class:
"Li Cheng, dear, you can sleep. You already speak better than me."
During PE class:
"Li Cheng doesn't need to run. His legs are too valuable."
Li Cheng enjoyed all of it.
Meanwhile, Li Cheng's Third or probably the Fourth Company Plans Begin
During lunch break, Li Cheng checked his phone.
The system displayed:
Business Module: Activated
CEO Path: Level 1
Objective: Build your first startup for this Current Company
Reward: Influence + Market Control + more face-slapping opportunities
Perfect.
Li Cheng already knew what he wanted:
A tech startup focusing on AI campus tools.
Fast, profitable, and with immediate impact.
He typed out messages, arranged investors, and invited a few high-skill freelancers.
All within ten minutes.
Qin Rou watched him from across the table, shocked.
"Li Cheng… you're starting another company?"
He smiled gently.
"Yeah. It's time I stop hiding."
She looked at him differently.
Not as a classmate.
Not as a friend.
But as someone dangerous, attractive, and unstoppable.
A Knock That Changes Everything
After school, Li Cheng returned to his villa to finalize the company paperwork.
He had just sat down—
KnockKnockKnock
He frowned.
Who would visit at this hour?
He opened the door.
And froze.
Standing there was—
A stunning older woman.
Elegant. Mature. Wearing a tailored suit.
She radiated authority and confidence.
"Li Cheng," she said softly, "I've been looking for you."
He blinked.
"Uh… and you are?"
She smiled slowly.
"I'm your new personal assistant… sent by your mother."
Li Cheng:
"???"