Chapter Ten: The Logic of God
"Look, we got the first prize," he said casually, tossing the trophy behind him without warning. Zhe Tian quickly reached out to catch it.
The culprit was now running towards the second-place winner, discussing something with them. His expression was like a sly salesman.
"You two stay here, this crystal sculpture is really nice, I actually want it! When we exchange prizes later, why don't we swap? You see how valuable this prize is? It's like I'm losing out!" Zhong Chun said, patting his chest proudly.
The woman was wearing glasses and a dress, with a bookish air about her. She was about to speak when she was interrupted by her companion - a man with a buzz cut, a thick neck, and a gold chain around his neck. He was wearing a suit, and overall looked like a nouveau riche.
He smacked his lips twice, looking lecherous, and said, "You want to swap? We'll swap! We really like it too! Otherwise, you can add some more value! We won't let go easily!"
Zhong Chun thought for a moment, wondering where this man was from and why he spoke with such a strange accent.
"Ah, you're from the Northeast!" Zhong Chun exclaimed. "But why do you have to add a Cantonese accent? You're really good at pretending to be something you're not!"
The woman looked like she had discovered a new continent, while Zhe Tian's eyes twitched slightly.
Zhong Chun smiled slyly and said, "We'll swap! But I'm not going to let you take advantage of me that easily! I'll give you a 'putting-on-the-spot' look!" He gave Zhe Tian a "leave it to me" glance, and continued, "You're really something else! You think we're stupid? We can see right through your tricks! You're just trying to get the better end of the deal!"
The man's face turned red with anger, but Zhong Chun continued to mock him. "You're so stingy! Your wife must not be getting any allowance from you! You're so petty and small-minded! We can sell our prize and buy several sculptures like this one! But we don't want to bother!"
The man was speechless, his face red with rage.
Zhong Chun and Zhe Tian exchanged a look, indicating that they were at a loss for words. This guy's IQ was really something else!
But Zhong Chun didn't push the issue further. He just smiled and said, "I'm not trying to make fun of you, I just want to be friends! Language is a bridge for communication, don't you think? As for the sculpture, even if we swap or not, it's all the same to me. But I really feel like we have a connection, you know? You're someone with great potential, and I'm sure you'll make it big someday!"
The man's eyes lit up at Zhong Chun's flattery, and he straightened his back proudly.
Zhong Chun continued, "You see, I have a good eye for people! And I can tell that you're someone special! You must be one of the two noble people I'm destined to meet in my life!"
The man was completely taken in by Zhong Chun's words. He handed over the exchange voucher and said, "Don't say anything else! I didn't realize how much I had underestimated you! I really am sorry for not treating you with more respect earlier! You see, I do have money, and I've even married a beautiful wife! The fortune teller was right, I will meet two noble people in my life, and it's you two!"
The man turned to leave, but not before giving Zhong Chun and Zhe Tian a deep bow. "Please accept this as a gift from me to you noble people! I promise that from now on, I'll be more mindful of how I treat others!"
As the Audi car drove away, Zhong Chun and Zhe Tian were left standing there, stunned by the man's sudden change in behavior.
The man turned back once more, smiling, and said, "Noble people, my name is Lu Renyi! When I make it big someday, I won't forget about you two!"
Even Zhong Chun and Zhe Tian had to admit that they were surprised by the man's last words. The Audi car disappeared into the distance, leaving behind only the crumpled exchange voucher.
It's not easy to digest the whole story, but Zhong Chun feels that this can't be judged by common sense! If there are still people like this in the world! If there are still overnight successes! Is there no justice? If it's like this, why is he still living a hard life going to Xi Da Street to buy small shoes? Patting his head, which was still in a clear state, the two of them first went to exchange crystal carvings. In the process, Zhe Tian was driven away by Zhong Chun's dictatorship, saying that he had to choose for himself. Okay, regarding that crystal carving, he wasn't really interested either. The problem with that man was decided to be put on hold for now. "You're a Pisces, right?" Zhong Chun looked at Zhe Tian with certainty. "How did you know?" "It's obvious, school flowers and grasses are all Pisces, because Pisces are the most promiscuous!" "...Then is Bai Li Yue a school flower?" "Of course she is!" "Then what sign is Bai Li Yue?" "Oh, Scorpio." "Oh?" Scheming successfully. "...You're tricking me into speaking!" "No, I just think your logic has problems." Zhe Tian smiled very satisfactorily, as if he had found a way to tame this little wolf dog. "You!" The little wolf dog bared its teeth and claws, suddenly turning around with a pleased expression: "Oh! You said Bai sister is promiscuous! I'm going to report you!" "...God's logic." "Right, that passerby was really amazing! Has anyone seen him? From his name to his appearance, from his accent to his IQ!" The situation wasn't right, and Zhong Chun used the most foolish method to change the subject. "En, I really don't know how he got rich." Zhe Tian didn't expose him and cooperated very well. "Maybe stupid people have good luck! Plus that set of God's logic, I really think that if I cheated him out of another meal, he would still be able to laugh and find his way north!" "Heh heh" Zhe Tian smiled warmly, without even realizing it himself: "How about you? Do you have someone in mind for me?" In his heart, he inexplicably felt a sense of expectation. "Guess?" With a sly wink, Zhong Chun held up three exquisite small boxes and walked away with them. "......" Zhe Tian was helpless, but one day, he would find a way to tame this little thing.
