That group company seemed to be in the metallurgy business, but there were rumors they were involved in smuggling and had military ties. They initially dismissed it as gossip, but now, thinking about it, they were deeply shaken.

Their gazes towards Nie Yan changed, gaining a hint of determination.

Nie Yan stepped down from the stage, and the female professional named Xiao Su went up. She began arranging the specific affairs of the War God Tribe, and the orders were carried out much more smoothly than before.

"I didn't expect you to be quite charismatic," A'Chen said, teasing Nie Yan with a smile as he approached.

Nie Yan smiled, remaining calm. His experiences over the years had taught him to be unfazed by honor or disgrace.

Nie's father nodded slightly, satisfied with Nie Yan's performance, thinking that Nie Yan had finally grown up.

Nie Yan and the others chatted for a while.

"Aren't those three auction houses in Nysode City from the Tuoba family?" Nie's father asked, recalling something.

Nie Yan explained how Tuoba Shi had transferred the auction houses. The Tuoba family's internal strife and various signs indicated that Tuoba Shi was definitely going to attack Tuoba Hongye!

Nie's father suddenly thought of something and looked at the people behind him, saying, "Xiao Li, report on the Tuoba family's recent activities."

"The Tuoba family has a total of seven listed companies. Tuoba Hongye and Tuoba Fengyuan are selling off some of their shares. They have some financial problems. They were double-crossed by the Century Consortium when they cooperated, and the Century Consortium is acquiring shares in two of their listed companies, preparing to seize control of those two companies. They are preparing to counterattack, selling off some shares in several other companies..."

The Tuoba family and the Century Consortium were at each other's throats, and many people were probably waiting on the sidelines to reap the benefits.

"A good opportunity!" Nie's father's eyes lit up. Nie Yan had solved the War God Tribe's funding problem, giving him a lot of spare cash. With such a large sum of money, why not take advantage of the struggle between the two major consortia to muddy the waters and make a profit? As long as he operated carefully, he could definitely gain a lot!

Nie's father made arrangements, and Nie Yan and the others finalized the War God Tribe's affairs.

By the time everything was done, it was already late. It seemed that he wouldn't be able to go to school today. Nie Yan could only give up, drive back to the villa, and continue to go online after dinner.

Hua University High School, in the blink of an eye, another day passed.

The sun was setting, and sunlight streamed in through the classroom windows.

Xie Yao sat in her seat. The seat next to her was empty. Every time she saw the empty seat beside her, she had a sense of loss. She didn't know what Nie Yan was doing today and why he didn't come to school. After logging out of the game, she was still a little annoyed with Nie Yan, but seeing that Nie Yan hadn't come, that anger faded away, and her heart felt empty.

Xie Yao blankly looked out the window.

"Xie Yao, school's over. Let's go," Xia Ling said, walking over.

"Ah? Oh. Let me pack up," Xie Yao replied, snapping back to reality and starting to pack her things.

Xia Ling looked at Xie Yao and revealed a meaningful smile, saying, "Nie Yan didn't come today?"

"Yeah," Xie Yao nodded.

"What a pity. When he's here, he takes you to the school gate every day," Xia Ling teased playfully.

Xie Yao's eyes swept over Nie Yan's computer, and a hint of loss welled up in her heart, "Let's go."

Seeing Xie Yao's low spirits, Xia Ling didn't mention Nie Yan anymore, and instead talked about other things.

Not far away, a tall boy in a white tracksuit walked over. It was Liu Rui. The injuries on his face had healed, making him look quite handsome.

"Oh my, Liu Rui, you're back. How's your face? Are you alright?" Xia Ling said, feigning surprise. In fact, she wasn't interested in Liu Rui. She used to think Liu Rui was okay, but compared to Nie Yan, some of Liu Rui's shortcomings became more obvious. Liu Rui was too flamboyant and not down-to-earth enough. Although Nie Yan had many shortcomings, he was much more pleasing to the eye than Liu Rui. Therefore, Xia Ling's tone had a hint of sarcasm.

"I'm fine. Yao Yao, long time no see," Liu Rui said, greeting Xie Yao while hiding his embarrassment.

"Mm," Xie Yao responded casually, her expression indifferent.

"I just reached level forty-two these past few days and got a set of gold equipment. I'll take you leveling up when we go online. We'll go to the Soron Canyon, where there are level forty-five monsters. We usually can't handle such high-level monsters. I'll have a few brothers from the Triumph Empire take us leveling. We'll level up quickly," Liu Rui said with a bit of pride. He hadn't seen Xie Yao in the game for a long time and had no idea what level Xie Yao was now.

"Pfft," Xia Ling burst out laughing, seemingly unable to stop. Liu Rui really didn't know the immensity of Heaven and Earth. Xie Yao was at least level forty-seven now, wearing a set of level forty-five top-grade gold equipment, and she even had several pieces of dark gold equipment. This kid at level forty-two actually said he was going to take Xie Yao leveling.

Xia Ling's actions made Liu Rui frown, quite displeased, but since Xie Yao was present, and Xia Ling was Xie Yao's friend, he couldn't say anything.

Xia Ling quickly waved her hand, smiling and explaining, "I couldn't help it for a moment. You guys continue chatting."

"Taking me leveling? Sure, but can you bring one of my friends?" Xie Yao suddenly had a mischievous thought. Nie Yan was about to come out soon. What kind of expression would Liu Rui have if he met Nirvana Flame in the game? Dumbfounded? Shocked?

"Is your friend a guy or a girl? If it's a girl, my brothers will definitely welcome her," Liu Rui said with what he thought was a sunny smile.

"Sorry, it's a guy. You're disappointed," Xie Yao said nonchalantly.

Liu Rui's smile froze on his face, but he still pretended to be generous and smiled, "A guy is fine too. What level is he?"

"Only around level thirty."

"Only around level thirty, that's a bit low. I don't know if my brothers will accept him. If I talk to them, there shouldn't be any problem," Liu Rui said, patting his chest.

"Then I'll have to trouble you. Where should we meet?" Xie Yao found it quite amusing that someone was actually saying they would take Nirvana Flame leveling and even thought that Nirvana Flame's level was too low to meet their standards.

"Let's meet at the east gate of Carol City thirty minutes after we go online," Liu Rui said.

Xia Ling was secretly snickering on the side. Xie Yao was usually quiet and elegant, but when she teased people, she was quite skilled.

"Xie Yao, let me take you home," Liu Rui said, glancing at Xia Ling next to him. What he meant was that Xia Ling, the third wheel, could disappear.

"It's more fun if we all go together," Xie Yao said, linking arms with Xia Ling, "Xia Ling, let's go."

The two of them walked out on their own, chatting as they went.

"Xiao Yue said she wants to come back and see us."

"Really? When is she coming back?"

"Not sure yet. She's reportedly helping her family manage the business and is very busy every day, so we only occasionally meet in the game."

The two of them chatted, while Liu Rui couldn't get a word in and was left out. He revealed a somewhat sinister expression. His subordinates often sent him messages, telling him about the happenings at school, especially those related to Xie Yao. It was said that Xie Yao often spent time alone with Nie Yan, and every time Xie Yao was with Nie Yan, she would laugh and chat, which made him extremely uneasy. He was quite wary of Nie Yan, because Nie Yan's skills were too strong. Only today, knowing that Nie Yan hadn't come, did he dare to show up.

"I'm leaving first," Xie Yao said to Xia Ling, not even acknowledging Liu Rui beside her, before getting into her private car. The car sped away.

Liu Rui clearly felt Xie Yao's coldness, cursing in his heart, "Damn woman, just because you're a little prettier, what's there to be arrogant about?" Compared to Xie Yao herself, he was more interested in Xie Yao's wealth. How many women with a net worth of tens of billions could you find?

Nie Yan drove back to his villa, and his phone suddenly rang. It was Xie Yao.

Nie Yan pressed the answer button. On the video phone was Xie Yao's beautiful face. What made him a little dizzy was that Xie Yao was sitting cross-legged on the sofa, wearing a pink lace-trimmed short nightgown, revealing her fair arms and delicate jade shoulders. Her beautiful face was bright and moving, with a shy blush, as if she were drunk, making her look endearing. The short skirt was tight-fitting, her chest high and full, revealing a patch of snow-white skin. Her perfect figure and sexy image made Nie Yan's nose tingle.

He really couldn't imagine that Xie Yao would video call him wearing such sexy clothes.

Nie Yan's gaze was fixed on the video phone, and he couldn't take his eyes off it.

Xie Yao looked at Nie Yan in the video phone, and her heart was also racing, and her face was burning. She seemed to be able to feel Nie Yan's gaze wandering over her body, and a strange feeling arose in her heart. She was also ashamed of her bold decision just now. Nie Yan's absence for a day made her feel empty, as if something was missing. She was surprised to find that she was so dependent on Nie Yan.

Her parents had gone on a trip and wouldn't be back for several months, leaving her alone at home. She had a strong desire to call Nie Yan.

"Nie Yan, why didn't you come to school today?" Xie Yao finally mustered the courage to say her first sentence.

"Oh, there was something going on at my parents' company, so I went over to help out," Nie Yan explained. Xie Yao's concern made him feel flattered. This was the first time he was so close to the goddess in his heart. This video call had brought the two of them much closer.

Looking at Xie Yao, he had a feeling of being in another world. Looking at her, sexy and charming, like a delicate porcelain doll, Nie Yan's emotions from both lifetimes converged, long and distant.

"Is there anything new at school today?"

"Nothing much. Liu Rui has recovered and is back at school."

A sharp glint flashed in Nie Yan's eyes. Calculating the time, that kid had recovered long ago, but he hadn't been to school all this time. Today he didn't go to class, and that kid showed up. Anyone could guess the reason why!