“I wouldn’t deceive you guys.” Nie Yan chuckled. He knew the skills of Zhai Hao, Li Rui, and Liu Chenxu. They weren’t top-tier, but they were decent. If they ran a few more dungeons with Brilliant Knife Light, Water Color Smoker, and the others, and geared up, even if they couldn’t join the ranks of the top experts, it would still be easy for them to get a second-line position in the Niu Ren Tribe, like Shao Bing and the others.

The Niu Ren Tribe wasn't lacking in experts, but it lacked commanders in some key positions. The loyalty of those below couldn't be determined. Nie Yan had to have a group of his own, trustworthy people. They had to be absolutely loyal to Nie Yan. It would be troublesome if spies from other guilds were arranged in those positions.

If Zhai Hao, Li Rui, and Liu Chenxu hadn't squeezed into the Niu Ren Tribe based on their own abilities, he wouldn't break the rules of the Niu Ren Tribe to let them in through the back door. Since Zhai Hao and the others had entered the Niu Ren Tribe based on their own abilities, it proved that they had some skills.

“Just let us know if there’s anything we can help with,” Zhai Hao said. Li Rui and Liu Chenxu next to him nodded in agreement.

“I can’t be nepotistic and break the rules of the Niu Ren Tribe. I can only have some teams in the guild take you guys along more often. If you need equipment, just say so. The guild warehouse has everything you need. As for whether you can climb up, it depends on your own abilities. It's useless for me to promote you, you still have to be convincing,” Nie Yan said. He was very principled. The equipment in the guild warehouse was his, and he could freely dispose of it. But there had to be rules for personnel matters, otherwise, everything would be in chaos. If he broke the rules of the Niu Ren Tribe first, the people below would be in disarray.

“I understand that,” Zhai Hao nodded.

“It's good that you understand. I won't say much more. If you can achieve a position in the Niu Ren Tribe, I'll also be proud,” Nie Yan said. He still had high expectations for Zhai Hao, Li Rui, and Liu Chenxu, after all, there was a bond of brotherhood from his previous life.

Nie Yan planned to let Zhai Hao, Li Rui, and Liu Chenxu first follow Brilliant Knife Light, Water Color Smoker, and the others to hone their skills before deciding on their final positions based on their own abilities.

After the performance, Nie Yan and Xie Yao walked towards the classroom with Zhai Hao, Xia Ling, and the others. The classmates in the class were all gathered in the classroom.

The group walked into the classroom. Nie Yan looked around. In the distance, Jiang Yingyu, who had just finished performing the Peacock Dance, hadn't had time to change her costume. Liu Rui and his group were gathered in a corner. When they saw Nie Yan enter, they all revealed hostile gazes.

Liu Rui had also entered the First Military Academy. It seemed that the future would not be lonely, Nie Yan thought to himself. Liu Rui shouldn't be foolish enough to directly provoke him, but with a petty person like Liu Rui, he had to guard against him making small moves behind his back.

“My grandfather has broken off relations with Liu Rui's family,” Xie Yao said in Nie Yan's ear.

Nie Yan was shocked and looked at Xie Yao, frowning slightly.

“But it doesn't matter. The Liu family has always been a worry for my grandfather, but after investing in virtual games, there have been some unexpected gains. Everyone in the Long Yue Consortium didn't expect my grandfather's investment in virtual games to be so profitable, so they all became jealous and wanted a share. But they're thinking too beautifully. Grandfather wants to take advantage of this time to clear some people out of the consortium,” Xie Yao said, looking at Nie Yan gratefully. The rapid development of the Niu Ren Tribe had allowed Xie Yao's grandfather to recover all of his investment in Carol City, and even make a huge profit. Otherwise, the situation of the Long Yue Consortium would be a little worrying, with internal and external troubles, the Liu family causing trouble internally, and the Century Consortium eyeing them covetously from outside. The huge success of the virtual game business had allowed Xie Yao's grandfather's position in the Long Yue Consortium to rise again, becoming unshakeable.

Nie Yan sorted out the cause and effect in his mind. In his previous life, Xie Yao marrying Liu Rui should have been due to some compelling reasons, most likely related to the internal division of the Long Yue Consortium. After Xie Yao and Liu Rui got married, they were estranged, and Liu Rui looked miserable, drinking and looking for women outside every day. Nie Yan and Yao Yao had a relationship in the underground secret room after their marriage. At that time, Xie Yao was still a virgin.

Some connections were figured out, and Nie Yan's mind suddenly cleared. With the strength of Xie Yao's parents' families, if Xie Yao didn't like Liu Rui, there was really no need for her to pretend to be nice to Liu Rui. Liu Rui was married but slept alone, no wonder he went out to drink and look for women every day.

Xie Yao marrying Liu Rui might have been a temporary expedient for Xie Yao's grandfather. Once he had caught his breath, the Liu family would suffer. A man like Xie Yao's grandfather, who had built himself up step by step, had encountered everything. He wouldn't allow others to snore beside his bed. Once the Long Yue Consortium was stable, he would definitely not let the Liu family go, and he would definitely remove the Liu family from the Long Yue Consortium without hesitation, and he wouldn't watch his granddaughter suffer any grievance.

After thinking it through, Nie Yan laughed heartily, looking happy.

“What are you laughing at? What's making you so happy?” Xie Yao asked in confusion. Nie Yan's mood had changed a little inexplicably.

“It's nothing, your grandfather will handle this matter, you don't have to worry about him.”

“Okay,” Xie Yao nodded.

“Remember what you said just now, go back and dance the Peacock Dance for me,” Nie Yan said in Xie Yao's ear.

Xie Yao's cheeks flushed, and she was indescribably shy and charming.

Some of the boys in the distance who were paying attention to Xie Yao couldn't help but be stunned and sighed softly. It was a pity that Xie Yao already belonged to someone, and Nie Yan was so far out of their reach. Competing with Nie Yan was too much pressure.

Everyone was together, preparing to hold a class meeting. The desks and chairs in the classroom had been moved, and it was decorated a bit like a small cocktail party.

Many people came up to try to get close to Nie Yan. Even those who were usually arrogant and aloof had to lower their status. Nie Yan's future was bright, and they all wanted to have a good relationship with him.

Those who were usually discreet and rarely showed their faces in the class also appeared.

Nie Yan naturally greeted them all with a friendly attitude.

A handsome and extraordinary-looking boy walked towards Nie Yan.

Nie Yan heard whispers from the side. This person was called Qin Han, a Chinese American, and the son of the Monet Consortium. That consortium was far away in South America and was a financial oligarch in that region. In terms of financial resources alone, it far surpassed the Long Yue Consortium and was not inferior to the Century Consortium. In some areas, it was even better. The most terrifying thing was that the Monet Consortium controlled the financial and military power of several countries there. Their power had penetrated into areas that ordinary people couldn't see.

It wasn't uncommon for a consortium to influence the politics and military of a country with its powerful financial resources in this era.

This guy named Qin Han was appearing for the first time since the start of school. In his previous life, Nie Yan had only heard of him slightly, and had seen him a few times, but he didn't know him at all. This guy was like a dragon, appearing and disappearing unpredictably, and it was really not easy for ordinary people to meet him. Some people said that he entered Huada High School for Xie Yao, but those were just rumors.

Qin Han held a glass of wine and gestured to Nie Yan.

“Mad Rogue Nirvana, I raise a glass to you,” Qin Han said with a smile, showing great poise.

As soon as Qin Han said this, the entire classroom was instantly silent. Everyone looked at Nie Yan with an incredible gaze. The coverage of Faith was very high. Whether they had played Faith or not, many people understood what the words Mad Rogue Nirvana meant.

Although some people already knew that Nie Yan was Mad Rogue Nirvana, it was only circulating in a small circle, and many people were still in doubt.

As soon as Qin Han said this, everyone no longer doubted the news. With Qin Han's status, there was no need to lie.

So the whole place was shocked.

“Thank you.” Nie Yan raised the glass in his hand in acknowledgment, took a sip, and examined the person in front of him. Qin Han's behavior and demeanor were impeccable, and there was no trace of unfriendliness on his face, but he felt a hint of threat from Qin Han.

Qin Han looked at Xie Yao next to Nie Yan, and smiled elegantly: “When I first entered school, I saw Xie Yao and was amazed. I pursued her for a year and a half, but Xie Yao didn't show me any favor. Later, because of some matters, I had to travel to Europe and North America. I heard that it was the graduation ceremony today, so I rushed back. I didn't expect Xie Yao to already belong to someone. Brother Nie is very lucky.”

“Everything depends on fate. If you are destined, you will meet from a thousand miles away. If you are not destined, you will not meet even if you are face to face,” Nie Yan responded calmly. This guy named Qin Han had only appeared a few times, so Nie Yan didn't have a deep impression of him. He had heard classmates talk about Qin Han before and felt that this person was a bit mysterious. Nie Yan had no interaction with him.

“That's true. Mad Rogue Nirvana, I find you quite interesting. Faith recently covered South America. Originally, I wasn't interested in these things, but after meeting you, I decided to play a bit and see what charm this game has,” Qin Han said with a casual smile.

Faith originated in China, then covered Europe, and then North America. It took about five days and was still expanding further, covering more and more people. The rapid expansion of Faith brought huge business opportunities, and many consortia began to move in, which further expanded Faith.

After hearing Qin Han's words, Nie Yan's heart tightened. Qin Han's words were relatively subtle, but they were by no means just talk, it was tantamount to issuing a challenge to him.

“If you play, I think you will quickly like this game,” Nie Yan smiled. He was fearless.

Qin Han paused when he looked at Nie Yan. He didn't expect Nie Yan to give such an answer, and laughed: “Hearing you say that, I want to try it even more, but if I do something, I will always do it to the best of my ability.”

Qin Han's confidence had reached the point of arrogance.