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Chapter 263 The Hidden Giant Crocodile! Xia Nan's Identity!

The sound of "Young Master Xia" froze the air on the rooftop.

Qin Ming covered his burning face, completely dumbfounded.

He couldn't understand why his older brother, who had always been arrogant and haughty at school,...

Why would someone hit themselves because of this four-eyed guy who looks like a nerd?

The student council members behind Qin Feng were also stunned, exchanging bewildered glances, unsure of what had happened.

The only one who could remain calm was Chen Yifan.

Although he was equally shocked inside, he maintained a calm and composed demeanor on the surface.

He simply watched quietly as this unexpected scene unfolded before him.

Xia Nan seemed startled by Qin Feng's sudden change. He took a step back, clutching his book, adjusted his glasses, and stammered:

"Minister Qin...you...you've mistaken me for someone else, haven't you? I...I'm just an ordinary student."

"No, no, no, I didn't make a mistake, I absolutely didn't make a mistake!"

Qin Feng quickly waved his hand, his smile as obsequious as could be.

"Young Master Xia, you're too modest. It's an honor for you to share a dorm with this... Chen Yifan, and it's an honor for the entire freshman dormitory building No. 7!"

These words were spoken with utmost sincerity and emotion.

If he hadn't seen it with his own eyes, Chen Yifan would never have believed it.

The student council minister who was just moments ago so arrogant and domineering, now grovels before his roommate like a lapdog.

Chen Yifan's brain was working at lightning speed.

Xia Nan, Young Master Xia...

In Kyoto, there is only one family surnamed Xia that can make a scion of a prominent family like Qin Feng so wary.

The Xia family, one of the four great families of the Dragon Kingdom, is renowned for its business and technology!

Could it be that Xia Nan, who looks harmless and even a little silly, is a direct descendant of the behemoth Xia family?

As soon as this thought popped into Chen Yifan's head, he felt that things were getting interesting.

The heir of a top-tier wealthy family, instead of being showered with praise upon entering school, disguises himself as an ordinary student and lives in the most basic four-person dormitory.

What's the point?

Experiencing life? Or... something else entirely?

In addition...

Why did he say they were from the same hometown?

Shouldn't the Xia family be a local family in Kyoto?

Chen Yifan glanced at Xia Nan, only to see that he still had an innocent expression that said, "I don't know anything."

But Chen Yifan saw through the seemingly panicked look in his eyes.

He caught a fleeting glimpse of something that was completely at odds with his appearance: calmness and... cunning.

This guy is acting!

Chen Yifan understood instantly.

This Xia Nan is definitely not a simple character.

He must have his own purpose in disguising himself like this.

And it seems that, without realizing it, I have been drawn into an even bigger vortex.

"Minister Qin, you've really mistaken me for someone else."

Xia Nan was still "struggling," clutching his book and saying with a troubled expression,

"I'm here to mediate. You see, we're all classmates, we'll see each other all the time, there's no need to make things so tense. How about we just let this go?"

"Forget it, forget it, we have to forget it!"

Qin Feng agreed without hesitation.

He turned around and slapped Qin Ming across the face, who was still in shock.

"You damned brat! Apologize to Chen Yifan and Young Master Xia right now!"

Qin Feng roared angrily.

Qin Ming was completely stunned.

Although he was a playboy, he wasn't stupid.

The only person who can make his brother this afraid is someone he absolutely cannot afford to offend.

He dared not hesitate any longer and quickly walked up to Chen Yifan and Xia Nan, bowing deeply.

"I...I'm so sorry! Chen Yifan, Young Master Xia...I was blind to your greatness, and I couldn't possibly say anything decent! Please, have mercy, just let me go!"

His voice was trembling with sobs.

Chen Yifan looked at his cowardly appearance and was speechless.

If I had known this, why did I have to?

He didn't speak, but simply turned his gaze to Xia Nan.

He wanted to see how this "Young Master Xia" would handle the matter.

Xia Nan seemed troubled. He glanced at Qin Feng, then at Chen Yifan, and finally sighed, saying:

"Um... Chen Yifan, look, Qin Ming has already apologized. How about we just let it go?"

His tone suggested he was seeking Chen Yifan's opinion.

But Chen Yifan understood another meaning.

Xia Nan was telling him that he had to give her face today.

Chen Yifan sneered inwardly.

That's interesting, really interesting.

It seems that my roommate is not only a good actor, but also a master at manipulating people's hearts.

He wanted to make himself owe him a favor.

However, Chen Yifan was not averse to it.

He's new here and his position isn't yet secure, so he definitely needs a sizable ally to help him fend off unnecessary trouble.

The Xia family is undoubtedly a force to be reckoned with.

"Alright, since you've spoken up, Young Master Xia, I can't refuse you this favor."

Chen Yifan went along with it and nodded.

He looked at Qin Ming, who was still bowing, and said calmly:

"I accept your apology. However, you still need to pay for the medical expenses."

"what?"

Qin Ming was taken aback.

"What? You don't want to?"

Chen Yifan narrowed his eyes.

"Yes, yes! I'll transfer it to you right away!"

Qin Feng quickly took out his communicator, fearing that Chen Yifan might change his mind, and transferred 10,000 credits to Chen Yifan with lightning speed.

"bite."

Chen Yifan's identity bracelet received a transfer notification.

He pursed his lips.

That's all?

He looked at Qin Feng.

"Minister Qin, may we leave now?"

"Yes, yes! Please, please go ahead!"

Qin Feng quickly stepped aside and made a "please" gesture.

Chen Yifan didn't look at them again and turned to leave.

Xia Nan, also carrying a book, followed closely behind him like a little follower.

Until the two figures completely disappeared at the entrance to the rooftop.

Qin Feng finally let out a long sigh of relief, feeling that his back was soaked with cold sweat.

"Brother, who exactly is that kid? Why are you so afraid of him?" Qin Ming asked, covering his face, which was swollen like a pig's head.

"I'm not afraid of him! I'm afraid of Xia Nan!"

Qin Feng lowered his voice and said with lingering fear.

"Xia Nan? Isn't she just a bookworm?"

"A bookworm?" Qin Feng sneered. "Do you know who his father is? He's Xia Jianguo, the chairman of the Xia Group!"

"The Xia Group?!"

Qin Ming gasped.

That's one of the top three super conglomerates in China, with businesses spanning military, technology, energy, and other fields. Its influence can even sway national policies.

Although the Qin family was considered a second-rate family in Kyoto, they were not even worthy of carrying the shoes of the Xia family!

"Then...then why did he come to Wuhan University? And live in such a shabby dormitory?"

Qin Ming still couldn't understand it.

"Also, didn't he say he was from Jiangcheng?"

"How would I know?"

Qin Feng waved his hand impatiently.

"Can we possibly fathom the thoughts of a top-tier scion? He's disguising himself as an ordinary person; he must have his reasons. We almost ruined his plans today!"

"Thank goodness he didn't pursue the matter. Otherwise, not only you, but me, and even the entire Qin family, would have been in trouble!"

Qin Feng felt increasingly frightened as he thought about it.

"From now on, you remember this! If you see Xia Nan, treat her like she's your ancestor! Stay as far away from her as possible! And that Chen Yifan, since he's in the same dorm as Xia Nan, their relationship is definitely not ordinary. Don't you dare mess with him again! Do you hear me?!"

"I...I heard it."

Qin Ming nodded repeatedly, nearly scared out of his wits.

"Hey bro, could you give me another dorm room?"

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On the other side, Chen Yifan and Xia Nan walked in the corridor of the teaching building.

"Um... Chen Yifan, thank you for today."

Xia Nan held the book, lowered her head, and said softly.

"Thank me?"

Chen Yifan stopped, turned around, looked at him, and had a playful smile on his face.

"Shouldn't I be thanking you, Young Master Xia?"

Xia Nan's body suddenly stiffened.

He looked up and gazed into Chen Yifan's eyes, which seemed to see right through him. The shyness and innocence on his face vanished instantly.

Instead, he possessed a depth and sharpness that were incongruous with his age.

"You...you know?"