C3 A Huge Parade
The other onlookers were skeptical as well.
Lin Dong didn't strike anyone as wealthy.
He'd probably struggle to scrape together even 1,000 yuan, let alone 100 million in cash!
Nobody left; instead, the commotion drew more students to the scene, predominantly girls.
Girls always seem to have a special enthusiasm for dramatic storylines!
Lin Dong's audacious claims captivated the hearts of the watching girls.
He was quite handsome, with sharp, defined features and a sunny disposition!
He had a charm that was particularly appealing to girls.
They watched Lin Dong, at the very center of attention, with a mix of sympathy and regret in their eyes.
Such a good-looking guy, why did he have to boast so much?
If his bluff was called out right there, it would surely be mortifying for him!
Zhang Xiaofeng tugged at Wang Lei's arm, saying, "Come on, Wang Lei, let's go. It's a waste of time hanging around with someone like Lin Dong."
She was playing both sides, secretly seeing both Lin Dong and the wealthy Wang Lei, which hadn't done her reputation any favors.
As the crowd grew, she didn't want to draw more attention to herself and potentially tarnish her reputation further.
Wang Lei, however, showed no signs of leaving.
He surveyed the crowd, noting the many attractive girls present.
He was quite the playboy, with Zhang Xiaofeng being just one of the many girls he was involved with.
She was merely a plaything to him.
His sights were set on all the girls at Jiangyang University!
With so many girls watching, and Lin Dong providing the perfect foil, he wasn't about to miss this chance to showcase his superiority and excellence.
It was an opportunity to make a name for himself and increase his chances of charming the girls!
In response to Zhang Xiaofeng's prodding, he dismissed her with a flick of his wrist, "Out of my way! I'm going to see just how impressive Lin Dong can be!"
His dismissive gesture left Zhang Xiaofeng looking visibly upset.
When she was with Lin Dong, he was always so accommodating, attending to her every need, whether she was thirsty, hungry, or sick, and even taking care of her during her period. He was the epitome of thoughtfulness!
She truly had it good!
But Wang Lei was wealthy and incredibly attentive to her, showering her with sweet nothings that were far more captivating than Lin Dong's conversations.
As a result, Zhang Xiaofeng's affections shifted, and she chose to be with Wang Lei.
However, today Wang Lei's offhand behavior revealed to her his contempt and disregard, feelings she had never experienced from him before.
Zhang Xiaofeng felt deeply wronged, the kind of indignation that screamed, 'I'm a little princess; how dare you treat me harshly?'
She glanced at Lin Dong, standing not too far away, and for a brief moment, regret flickered in her heart.
But she quickly shook it off.
Lin Dong, despite being a student, was poor and lacked the art of sweet talk. Aside from his academic prowess and good looks, he didn't seem to offer much else.
In this world, it all came down to money and material possessions!
Zhang Xiaofeng was confident that with her beauty and tenderness, she could firmly capture Wang Lei's heart.
Securing Wang Lei meant securing a life of wealth!
Outside Jiangyang University, Han Qingxue clutched her phone, her beautiful face etched with urgency.
She had arranged the funds and brought the armored car to the school, only to find out that without a prior reservation, entry was forbidden without the school leadership's approval.
A phone call to sort things out was trivial.
The bank had ATMs on campus and regularly dispatched cash deliveries, which, once approved, should be straightforward.
But now, this delay was unforeseeable, and it was unclear when the task would be completed.
Lin Dong was a major client with a net worth in the billions, and he was poised to inherit a fortune of thirty billion in the future!
If he felt dissatisfied because of today's hiccup, her plans to maintain influence over Lin Dong could crumble instantly!
With this in mind, she turned to the bank employees following her.
One hundred million in cash was no small sum.
The bank had dispatched ten staff members and an additional twenty armed security guards for the escort.
Since the car couldn't get through, they would proceed on foot.
Jiangyang University was an open campus; they controlled vehicle access but not pedestrian movement.
Han Qingxue made a decisive call, "Carry the money and follow me! We must deliver the funds within twenty minutes!"
Upon receiving the command, the bank staff swiftly retrieved the money from the armored truck. A staggering 100 million in cash was neatly packed into 20 briefcases. Each staff member carried two briefcases, perfectly accounting for the entire sum!
Accompanying them, twenty armed security guards, vigilant and weapons at the ready, followed to ensure the safety of the funds. Led by Han Qingxue, the impressive entourage made its way toward the seventh floor of the girls' dormitory at Jiangyang University. Their procession turned heads every step of the way.
Teachers and students alike watched with astonishment, buzzing with speculation. The bank employees were easily identifiable, especially as they were laden with cash boxes. The sheer number of people, the cash boxes, and the twenty armed guards made for an extraordinary spectacle. Everyone was abuzz, trying to figure out what could possibly bring so many bank workers to their campus.
The staff quickly informed the school leadership of the unfolding events. The leaders were taken aback, wondering what on earth the bank was doing sending such a large sum of money, and to whom?
Meanwhile, at the girls' dormitory, Wang Lei glanced at his watch and scoffed, "Lin Dong, time's up. Where's your money? Did you forget to have Uncle Da collect your gear?"
The crowd erupted in laughter as Wang Lei mocked Lin Dong with a slogan from a commercial.
Unperturbed, Lin Dong coolly responded, "Collect me? I said twenty minutes, and it's only been nineteen. Just wait."
Lin Dong looked down on Wang Lei with contempt. Sure, Wang Lei was considered wealthy by average standards, but he paled in comparison to Lin Dong's current net worth—not even close!
Wang Lei's expression soured. He had hoped to see Lin Dong flustered and embarrassed by the ridicule, but instead, Lin Dong had turned the tables on him, leaving him feeling humiliated.
Raising his voice, Wang Lei challenged, "Stop with the nonsense, Lin Dong! You won't be able to come up with 100 million in a minute! There's an ATM right there—if you're so rich, go withdraw 10,000! Do that, and I'll concede defeat and call you 'Dad' on the spot!"
Wang Lei gestured toward a nearby ATM.
He was convinced that Lin Dong didn't even have ten thousand yuan to his name.
"I didn't bring my bank card," Lin Dong admitted.
His bank card was tucked away in his suitcase. Nowadays, with mobile payments, no one carried their bank card with them all the time.
Wang Lei chuckled knowingly, as if he had anticipated this very scenario.
"You may have forgotten your bank card, but I remembered mine," he said. "I was planning to take my girlfriend out today, and I just realized I'm out of cash. I'll withdraw some!"
With that, he pulled out a bank card and strode over to the ATM. He inserted the card, punched in his PIN, and out came a stack of cash—ten thousand yuan!
"Wow! He actually withdrew ten thousand yuan!"
"He must be loaded to withdraw ten thousand in cash so easily, way beyond what most students can do!"
"To casually pull out ten thousand for a day out, he's got to be wealthy. Any girl dating him is bound to be over the moon!"
"Why can't I find a boyfriend like that!"
...
The girls in the crowd buzzed with conversation, gasping and giggling at intervals.
Zhang Xiaofeng stood next to Wang Lei, her pride swelling with every envious glance.
He was her boyfriend. They hadn't been together long and hadn't gone all the way, but they were officially an item!
Having a wealthy boyfriend made her the object of envy, and she reveled in the pride and prestige it brought her.
Her eyes then turned to Lin Dong, icy and dismissive.
Next to Wang Lei, Lin Dong seemed utterly worthless.
At that moment, Wang Lei casually flaunted the cash in his hand, looking down at Lin Dong with a smug expression. "Lin Dong, time's up. Show us your 100 million!"
