Chapter 102: The Dark Side of the Brown-Noser World

Carousel, Thomas the Tank Engine, surfing pool, roller coaster, haunted house...
Nearly every conceivable amusement attraction was available in this park.

This project had been under construction for two years. Originally, the Black Prince Group had not intended to invest so heavily.

But after aligning with Liu Tian and considering Liu Tian's current outward appearance, Shao Qian decisively increased the investment once more, adding some less popular attractions just in case.

Now, this city’s only amusement park had reached a world-class standard.

Although it was not impossible to recoup the investment, the payback period was expected to be very long indeed.

One could only say that speculation was an inevitable part of human nature.

As the sun gradually sank in the west, under Xia Mi’s subtle mental influence, the unique trio blended into the crowd like ordinary people.

When she sensed that their cover was nearly blown, Xia Mi no longer insisted on maintaining the guise of a top-tier mysterious mixed-blood beauty as before.

Instead, she chose to reveal more of her enigma, waiting for Liu Tian’s inquiries, aiming to seize the initiative in any potential negotiation.

Unexpectedly, after a whole day at the park, Liu Tian asked nothing. Instead, he took them to experience every attraction as if genuinely captivated by the variety of amusements.

Come to think of it, Liu Tian had never really been to an amusement park before—when he was the right age, he had no money; by the time he had money, he was no longer at the ideal age for such fun.

Experiencing different things at different ages and identities was one intriguing aspect of traversing worlds.

Such pleasures experienced among ordinary people also allowed Chu Zihang to keep a firm grasp on herself, preventing complete assimilation by the Tianwu killing path and evolving into a female version of Bai Ciman, whose mind was filled only with power and desire.

Although Liu Tian was fearless, he preferred to avoid the melodrama of rebellion caused by his subordinates practicing martial arts to the point of mental breakdown.

Besides, the amusement park was quite nice; it was good to visit occasionally.

Watching Chu Zihang unconsciously smile beside him, Liu Tian thought quietly to himself.

“Ah, that was refreshing!” Xia Mi cheered, holding up a bottle of mineral water. “Next time, shall we go to the aquarium? No, better yet, let’s get a submarine and explore the ocean floor!”

“We’ll see about that next time,” Liu Tian replied without refusal. “But if there’s no deal, you’re out of luck.”

“Huh?” Xia Mi puckered her lips. “I thought we were already friends!”

“Friends? My friends aren't so cheap,” Liu Tian ruthlessly shattered Xia Mi’s illusion. “Someone who won’t even admit what they truly want cannot be my friend.”

“Alright, game’s over,” the sun continued its slow descent, painting the clouds crimson. Liu Tian glanced at the time and said, “You don’t expect me to see you home, do you?”

“No wonder you don’t want to be my friend—it’s because of this plan, isn’t it? No way! Absolutely not!” Xia Mi crossed her arms in front of her, making a big “X.” “Anyway, it’s far too soon. Let’s spend at least a hundred years together first.”

As she spoke, Xia Mi backed away. At that moment, a message arrived on Liu Tian’s phone—news about the whereabouts of another previously mentioned ruin.

“What exactly is she thinking?” Chu Zihang frowned. Naturally, she remained cautious of this so-called junior sister who had suddenly appeared. Although Xia Mi, appearing as a girl, showed many flaws upon close interaction, her true intentions remained elusive.

“Who knows?” Liu Tian shrugged. “This world is vast and filled with countless secrets. While I’m curious, I know I don’t have to uncover every secret completely.”

“As long as the deal isn’t a loss for me, I can keep playing with her, no matter who she is.”

“In that case, I have nothing more to say.” Chu Zihang trusted Liu Tian and ceased pressing further.

“But Zihang, you still need to be cautious,” Liu Tian warned. “Xia Mi’s strength currently surpasses yours. Not only her, but this city hides many talents. Even my classmate Lu Mingfei isn’t ordinary. Though he seems useless now, his hidden abilities rival those who once served Odin.”

“I understand,” Chu Zihang responded. “I’ll stay alert and be ready at all times.”

“Alright, no need to be so tense. After all, I’m the strongest,” Liu Tian waved his hand dismissively. “If they want to play, I can indulge them until my patience runs out. After all, is there any creature in this world that surpasses me in growth speed or potential?”

“Oh, by the way!” Liu Tian suddenly remembered something. “I’ve tailor-made a martial art for you. When I get back tonight, I’ll teach you properly—it’s a super martial art that’s both cool and powerful.”

“As for Xia Mi, since she wants to play this game, I’ll indulge her. Sooner or later, she won’t be able to resist.”

Because his power was destined to grow continuously over time, Liu Tian had plenty of patience.

Yet at this moment, Liu Tian did not realize that Xia Mi’s act of playing the junior sister role would last three years.

During these three years, Xia Mi would occasionally trade various ruins, dragging Liu Tian and Chu Zihang on wild adventures—visiting aquariums, diving underwater, extreme skydiving, mountain trekking, even competing in the city’s basketball championship. Like a bored, wealthy heiress with time to spare, she gradually drew the trio closer.

But this was nothing unusual; if one wanted to play a role-playing game, then so be it. What truly tested Liu Tian’s patience was another matter.

Three years. Three whole years, damn it!

Three years ago, Liu Tian never expected that Lu Mingfei, who clearly harbored great secrets, would fail to repay his debt, and with time, only grow weaker, more sycophantic, and increasingly like a senseless dog.

Hey, a senseless sycophantic dog!

While Liu Tian’s Heavenly Kingdom unified the entire south and was preparing to confront the Chen family, the leaders of all local houses in the north, here he was, wasting time with this worthless lickspittle, licking for no reason!

Having spent a hundred source points gathered over three years to perfect the skill named “Great Serpent Liu Tian,” and with nothing else to do, Liu Tian’s patience finally snapped—

“I thought Darkness was already unbeatable, the ultimate sycophant.”

“Didn’t expect to witness such a monster here.”

“What honor does this little Shilan Middle School have to possess such a sycophantic Darkness?”

“Don’t your parents feel ashamed of you?”

Rubbing his temples and looking at the cowardly, dog-like Lu Mingfei before him, Liu Tian remarked after watching the “How to Become a Sycophant” drama unfold for a year.