C70 Obtaining the Football Godly Skill Becoming a Football God

"He absolutely had it coming! If it were me, I'd have knocked him out long ago!"

"Seriously, treating such a beautiful girl like a doormat? If I were in his shoes, I'd treasure her!"

"That's the thing about jerks; they prey on the innocent. That poor, beautiful girl got totally duped!"

"I know, right? That girl was way too naive, getting involved with a guy like that!"

"Tsk tsk tsk..."

...

The diners nearby were all abuzz with conversation.

Lin Dong's confrontation with Lee Mingshan had drawn quite the crowd.

But Lee Mingshan, with his guilty conscience, didn't put up a fight.

Later, when Zhang Xinrui arrived and Lin Dong coerced a confession out of Lee Mingshan, his true colors were revealed for all to see, and he slunk away in disgrace.

He didn't even leave room for those who disapproved of him to step in and help!

Everyone was united in their disdain for Lee Mingshan and felt sympathy for Zhang Xinrui, whom Lee Mingshan had brought along for a meal.

To everyone present, Zhang Xinrui was the victim, the one swindled out of money and affection.

Zhang Xinrui was still fuming, her chest heaving with anger!

Lin Dong smiled and said, "Ms. Zhang, why get upset over a loser like him? Now that you've seen his true colors, just ignore him. How about the three of us grab a bite together?"

"Eat on your own!"

Zhang Xinrui shot Lin Dong a withering look and stormed off, her high heels clicking angrily on the floor.

Watching her retreating figure, Lin Dong was baffled.

What just happened? He had good intentions in exposing the truth about Zhang Xinrui's blind date. It was one thing for her not to appreciate it, but to glare at him?

What was that all about?

Lin Dong was utterly confused!

He turned to Han Qingxue and asked, "What's with her? Why did she give me such a fierce look?"

Han Qingxue smiled and replied, "You made her lose face."

Women understand women all too well.

Lin Dong thought it over and realized she was right.

Zhang Xinrui was known for her pride, and today, she had unwittingly dated a jerk. Even though it was their first meeting, Lee Mingshan's reputation as a scumbag had been laid bare right in front of her.

As they dined, the patrons couldn't help but comment and sympathize with her.

Zhang Xinrui, with her pride wounded, was undoubtedly upset and quickly directed her frustration at Lin Dong, the troublemaker.

Lin Dong, realizing the situation, felt a sense of helplessness.

He had only meant well, yet unexpectedly, he found himself resented. What was the point?

Han Qingxue spoke gently, "Mr. Lin, there's no need for concern. While Ms. Zhang may be a bit upset with you, I believe she'll be more grateful. Without your intervention, she could have fallen for that jerk."

Lin Dong felt a wave of relief wash over him.

Han Qingxue had a way with words, always understanding and soothing.

He invited her to take a seat.

In that moment, his fondness for Han Qingxue grew. They had worked together to expose Lee Mingshan's true nature, bonding as comrades.

Lin Dong now saw Han Qingxue as a friend.

Han Qingxue, sensing his subtle shift in attitude, felt a surge of happiness.

Wasn't this exactly what she had hoped for—to be accepted by Lin Dong wholeheartedly?

With things moving in the right direction, Han Qingxue was elated.

She gazed at Lin Dong's handsome features, her mind replaying their recent intimate whispers.

It was an entirely new experience for Han Qingxue, her first time sharing secrets with a boy, and at such close quarters!

The memory of Lin Dong's warm breath tickling her ear made her heart flutter uncontrollably.

This moment would be etched in Han Qingxue's memory, crystal clear.

Unaware of Han Qingxue's thoughts, Lin Dong settled down to eat.

Just then, a system alert chimed in: "Congratulations to the host for completing the random mission. You have been awarded the God of Football level and have ascended to Ball King!"