Chapter 34 A weak white lotus

"Sure, sure." Old Wang didn't even look; he was just staring at the students milling around the square.

The task wasn't complete yet. Four people, one more to go, but this last one would be tough.

After all, he and Fantasia already had quite the deterrent effect in the academy. Now add two Beastmen, and who knows how high their combined deterrent power could be.

He couldn't choose someone who looked smart or someone who looked strong.

The target had to be right, and the approach had to be cautious. Although he could let the Beastmen brothers take the first hit if they got beaten up later, they had just joined the team and deserved some time to adjust.

Damn it, why doesn't Karida extend her universal love a bit further? The Beastmen brothers need care, but what about the mentally challenged in society?

Mentally challenged people are people too. Why doesn't she bring a few into the academy?

Wait!

Old Wang's eyes lit up. He saw a delicate little white flower standing alone and lost on the square.

A weak white lotus—she's the one!

"I found our next teammate," Old Wang said with joy. "Clean up here, I'll be back soon!"

Choose wisely, act decisively!

...

Winnie felt frustrated. She had heard that Karida was crazy, and now it seemed confirmed.

Team up? Is that bitch targeting me specifically?

Karida must know that she's been skipping classes since the start of the term and doesn't know anyone in the academy, making it impossible to find teammates. So she came up with this nasty trick.

Given her past "achievements," Karida definitely has the motive. She can't openly embarrass the family, but using underhanded tactics is something she'd do!

Damn it, if only I could beat her up and hang her naked on a clothesline!

Winnie had been wandering around the square all morning. She had encountered several people asking her to join their teams, but their intentions were far from pure.

Some wanted money, others hinted at physical favors. It took all her willpower not to crush these pests.

Moreover, she really hated teaming up. People from the Li family preferred to work alone and despised teamwork. A bad teammate was far worse than an enemy.

But now, she had to form a team, so she needed to find someone tolerable.

But after so long, all she met were these creeps. She was about to lose it.

No, no, she couldn't kill anyone. She didn't want to end up in the asylum.

And were these idiots blind? Today, she dressed in a pure and innocent style, but no one decent approached her. All she got were misfits.

Damn! Why is it so hard for me?

Winnie kicked a pebble on the side of the road when she suddenly felt someone watching her. Yes, she was very perceptive. Someone was observing her, and she quickly spotted a rather sleazy guy staring at her, running straight towards her.

Winnie was already at the brink of exploding. This was the perfect opportunity.

Damn it, just by looking at him, she knew he was another creep. If he dared to ask for protection money, she'd squeeze his balls out today.

No killing, but beating him half to death should be fine!

This sleazy guy could only be Old Wang. Seeing Winnie, he immediately identified her as a target.

The girl was barely 1.5 meters tall, wearing a pristine white pleated princess dress. Her black bangs were neatly held back by a pink hairband, making her face look pure and adorable.

She stood alone on the square,

listening to the shouts of students trying to form teams, but hesitant to approach them. She looked like a frightened little lamb among a pack of wolves. She was the one!

What could be easier than a little lamb? This was practically another Yin Fu, light and easy to handle!

Such thoughts were wicked, and Old Wang despised them, but he had no choice. Who else would agree to join him?

"Hello, classmate!" Old Wang approached Winnie enthusiastically, extending his left hand.

Winnie wouldn't shake hands with him; she wanted to see his awkwardness.

But Old Wang wasn't embarrassed. His extended hand turned into a fist, which he waved vigorously at his chest. "Sorry, I got carried away. You remind me of my sister back home. Let me introduce myself. My name is Wang Feng, related to the Supreme Saint. I'm one of the three new students in the Rune Department this year. The other two are geniuses from the Eight Clans. I formed a team. Would you like to join?"

Winnie's big eyes sparkled. Yes, everything was proportionate except one place.

There were hundreds of people related to the Supreme Saint. He looked tough, let's play along!

"Hello, Brother Wang Feng," she said, her small hand in her pocket charging up, while her watery eyes radiated warmth. "Do you charge a fee? I'm weak and might hold you back. Or do you have other needs... I'll try my best to satisfy you..."

Her sweet, slightly trembling voice stirred evil desires. Entrapment was once Winnie's favorite game.

Unfortunately, she met Old Wang, a man with impeccable morals.

"You're insulting me. We're classmates. No money involved, no requirements. Join my team, and we're family. You'll be my sister, and as your big brother, I'll take care of you!" Old Wang patted his chest confidently.

Winnie's forehead creased. He didn't take the bait. Damn, she was ready to play along, and he says this? Is this even a man?

"But I'm a weak witch..." Winnie continued.

Wang Feng smiled magnanimously. "Don't worry. Join Old Wang's team, and I'll protect you. I swear on the life of my best friend and deputy captain, Fantasia. Anyone who dares to bully you, we'll fight for you. If you want to bully someone, we'll help you too. In short, trust Old Wang, and you'll become a hero!"

Winnie was stunned. Where did this idiot come from? She had never seen such a weird type. Old Wang... Team. What kind of name is that?

At this moment, Kela and Wu Di had finished cleaning up and walked over. Old Wang realized it was risky but pressed on: "Look, these are our teammates, brothers from the Beast Clan royal family. Aren't they tall and mighty? They can easily take on ten opponents! Join my Old Wang Team, and you'll be the only girl who can walk sideways in this academy!"

Winnie's mouth opened wide. "Wow, there are people who play even bigger than me. Even taking in orcs? Playing that aggressively?"

I like it!

Wu Di, held by Old Wang, felt a bit embarrassed. "I'm not a noble."

"Fear not, are the ranks of nobility predestined... Uh, what I mean is, even our Wang family brothers started as commoners. Oh, even Supreme Saint began as an ordinary person. You must have dreams; otherwise, you're no different from dried meat. Have confidence. Who knows, in a few years, you might become a hero renowned across the continent and easily earn a noble title."

A spark of enthusiasm ignited in Wu Di's eyes after Old Wang's words.

"Anyway, the world is vast, but my brothers come first. No amount of gold can match the sincerity I have for my brothers." Wang Feng spoke passionately in his final appeal: "Trust me, Old Wang Squad is absolutely worth joining!"

His impassioned speech, delivered without any preparation, left Old Wang quite satisfied. Back when he was at his lowest, he had managed to charm a wealthy woman for a whole month with his silver tongue, allowing him to earn money while preserving his virtue.

Seeing the shocked expression on the girl's face, Old Wang knew he had succeeded.

Girls like her needed security. A heartfelt speech, coupled with two tall and imposing orcs standing beside him, would make anyone feel safe. This girl was definitely going nowhere.

The dazed Winnie suddenly smiled, pulling her small hand out of her pocket. Her smile was pure and adorable. "Brother Wang Feng, you're such a good person! My name is Winnie, and I want to join you!"

"Haha! Sister Winnie, what a lovely name. Great, welcome to Old Wang Squad!" Old Wang laughed heartily. Everything was going according to plan. Now the Bronze Five were all assembled, and the mission was complete. There was no chance of that girl inviting him for tea anymore: "Quick, fill out the registration form!"

"Sure, Brother Wang Feng!" Winnie said sweetly, beaming brightly.

This morning hadn't been wasted; she finally found someone interesting.

Although she didn't care much about the academy, following the Li family's habits, she had still reviewed some basic information about the place before arriving. That information was compiled by the Li family's intelligence department, the Owls, highlighting notable individuals.

Winnie remembered seeing a guy named Wang Feng who had been caught making aphrodisiacs in the academy and had even caused an explosion, leading to his being held back a year by Karida. It seemed he was the dim-witted clown in front of her.

As for the Rune Academy, well, this guy might have some background. Karida wanted him to give up and leave on his own, but she underestimated his unwavering confidence and thick skin.

With such a clownish character and two orcs, this odd combination looked quite exciting. It should be fun.

"Brother Wang Feng, have you eaten lunch yet?" Winnie asked pitifully after filling out the registration form. "I'm hungry, but the food in the cafeteria is terrible."

"Not yet." Old Wang examined the registration form, marveling at how neat and pretty Winnie's handwriting was compared to an orc's. Clearly, she was educated. "Don't worry, we have a vice-captain. He'll treat us today since we're all happy! He has plenty of money!"

"That's great!" Winnie clapped happily.

Kela and Wu Di exchanged glances.

Another seemingly weak individual joining their squad—would they really not be persuaded to leave?

Years later, "Light of the Holy Sanctuary" managed to interview Winnie about her thoughts on Wang Feng.

At that time, still not much taller but more mature, Winnie only left two words: "Jerk."

Countless people sighed, feeling the depth of their friendship, perhaps mixed with other emotions. Heroes always had this extraordinary, unpretentious bond.