Chapter 448: Chapter 448

Chen Zeqing must have realized he asked a question he shouldn’t have, making the atmosphere at the table stiff.

Therefore, he quickly made up for it by complimenting Huo Feng, "But hey, after so many years, I’ve never seen you strive that hard. Now suddenly getting the first place shows you’ve changed for the better, and that’s commendable!"

But Chen Zeqing didn’t actually compliment Huo Feng’s good grades, he just complimented Huo Feng for his effort, for doing his best...

These kind of remarks are really annoying!

The expressions of three generations of the Huo Family turned sour.

Especially Huo Feng, who was already forcing a smile, "Uncle Chen, you’re really joking. I haven’t even started to put in serious effort yet. This grade is just the first step. With my brain, and I’m not exaggerating, I’m definitely going to Tsinghua University in the future! This level is just the tip of the iceberg for me."

Huo Feng initially wanted to follow Shen Yu’s advice, stay low-key, and let his grandfather handle the matter with Zhou Fengtou.

However, facing Chen Zeqing’s disdain, Huo Feng’s desire to show off was triggered, and he couldn’t help it anymore!

No matter the outcome, he had to throw out some bold words now to assert his presence.

Huo Feng always liked to talk big first, and it was precisely because of this that many people were intimidated by his overconfidence...

At this moment, Chen Zeqing was somewhat intimidated by his arrogant attitude and couldn’t hide his surprise, "Kid, aren’t you blowing your own trumpet a bit too much? I really don’t buy that!"

Huo Feng laughed and patted Chen Zeqing’s shoulder, "Uncle Chen, you really shouldn’t disbelieve me. But then again, if you don’t believe it, that’s fine too; time will prove everything. Whether Huo Feng is a tiger or a cat, it’ll be clear for all to see in just a few years. Look, my grandpa is a tiger, my dad is a tiger, with such good genes passed down, how could I, Huo Feng, possibly be a cat?" Fresh chapters posted on 𝕟𝕠𝕧𝕖𝕝⟡𝕗𝕚𝕣𝕥⟡𝕟𝕖𝕥

With that brief remark, Huo Feng managed to compliment both Huo Mingshan and Huo Hai, leaving Chen Zeqing at a loss for words.

Chen Zeqing fell silent for a while and after a long time he came up with a retort, "Kid, even if you talk the talk, let me remind you that Tsinghua isn’t an easy university to get into. Last year at Gaokao, Ruizhong only had one person who made it into Tsinghua, and Sanzhong didn’t even have one, and I hear that not many from Longxiang’s school made it into Zhejiang University... Not to speak down to you, but don’t fill your mouth with big talk, so you won’t lose face in front of me in a few years."

"Hey, Uncle Chen, you’re joking again."

At this point, Huo Feng patted his chest with confidence as he spoke, "If I can make such a statement, it’s definitely because I have the strength and confidence. I know, the slots Tsinghua University allocates to Zhejiang Province aren’t many, just a few dozen! That means, as long as one ranks within the top few dozen in the city, there’s a chance to get admitted by Tsinghua."

Chen Zeqing responded even louder, "With just a few dozen slots for the whole province, you think you can make it? That’s why I said you shouldn’t be so full of yourself. It’s better to be humble!"

Huo Feng was actually quite modest.

Who knew Chen Zeqing would be so aggressive, forcing Huo Feng to show off a bit, to save face.

It couldn’t be helped...

If Huo Feng’s grades weren’t enough to command respect, he’d have to bring out the big guns!

"Uncle Chen, if that’s what you think, then I won’t hide it from you any longer."

Huo Feng smiled nonchalantly, "I’ve recently got a girlfriend, we go to the same school, but she was the top scorer in the whole city for the middle school exams. I was embarrassed to tell you, but seeing how much you don’t believe me, I have to let you know. The reason for my swift improvement in grades is all because my girlfriend has been tutoring me! With the top scorer of the city helping me out, do you really think I don’t stand a chance getting into Tsinghua?"

Huo Feng had to bring out Pu Sangzhi to bolster his claim!

If only Pu Sangzhi were by his side right now, Huo Feng could proudly brag about her, show her off in front of this stubborn old crowd.

"What? You’re actually dating?"

Chen Zeqing exclaimed in surprise, his eyebrows raised even higher, "With a girlfriend, you still have the mind to study? Wait a minute, you guys are letting him date?"

Chen Zeqing turned to question Huo Mingshan and Huo Hai, "Mingshan, doesn’t this kid go to your school? He’s dating right under your nose and you’re not managing it?"

Huo Feng felt an urge to strangle the old man!

We were discussing academic achievements, how did the topic suddenly shift to this? And deliberately asking Huo Mingshan!

Was he trying to sow discord? Damn old man!

"These high school years are crucial, my Chaonan has absolutely no interest in dating. I mean, high schoolers are too young for love, aren’t they?"

Chen Zeqing began speaking his piece with conviction, "Dating disrupts studying; it’s a fact. You should pay a bit more attention to it!"

Huo Mingshan nodded politely, "Huo Feng, stop talking nonsense. Finish your toasts quickly and head back."

Huo Feng swiftly took advantage of the out Huo Mingshan gave him, circled halfway around the banquet, came next to Huo Hai, and lifted his glass to say, "Grandpa, happy birthday, I wish you a long life, good health, and may everything go as you wish."

Huo Hai lifted his wine glass, clinked it with Huo Feng, and Huo Feng gave face by draining it in one swallow, looking utterly satisfied and bold.

"Grandpa, I’m heading back first. Uncles, I’m going back first."

After paying his respects, Huo Feng, holding his empty cup, prepared to return to the kids’ table.

However, as he passed by Chen Zeqing, Chen Zeqing still couldn’t let it go and took a jab at him, "Kid, focus on your studies and don’t get into a relationship! Having a girlfriend will distract you from studying!"

Huo Feng turned around with a smile and raised his hand, "I’m not dating. Don’t worry, Uncle, I’ll think about it after I get into Tsinghua!"

Having said that, Huo Feng quickly retreated from the battlefield, staying away from Chen Zeqing, the old man who was always nitpicking.

Chen Zeqing clicked his tongue and laughed, addressing the others at the table, "What I’m saying is absolutely true. First, Tsinghua is really hard to get into. Even my Chaonan couldn’t get in! Second, being in a relationship definitely affects your studies! That kid Huo Feng is too naive to fear anything, thinking he can get into Tsinghua just because he ranked first in his class. As an elder, it’s my duty to remind him of the reality."

Around the table, the guests, preoccupied with the drama, echoed in agreement, of course, without taking any sides.

Huo Hai rebutted, "My grandson went from the bottom of the class to first place in one term. His intelligence is definitely high! I believe if he works hard, there’s no saying he won’t be able to get into Tsinghua!"

Once again, the guests at the table nodded along, still without taking any sides.

"Hey, even the kid doesn’t understand how things work, but you should, Dahai."

Chen Zeqing argued with a wave of his hand, "My Chaonan couldn’t even get into Tsinghua. How could your grandson possibly be able to?"

Huo Hai retorted, "What does your Chaonan not getting in have to do with my Huo Feng?"

Chen Zeqing said, "But Chaonan’s grades have always been better than Huo Feng’s."

Huo Hai countered, "Huo Feng’s grades are also improving now."

Chen Zeqing said, "Even so, he couldn’t surpass my Chaonan. My grandson is so diligent in his studies!"

Huo Hai responded, "My grandson has the city’s top student tutoring him!"

Chen Zeqing, "Is that even possible? How could the city’s top student be in Longxiang?"

At this moment, Huo Mingshan timidly interjected, "He is in Longxiang. And he’s my student. I can vouch for that."

Seeing that the father and son were of one mind, Chen Zeqing decided not to argue with them any longer.

After all, he stood by his own belief; his granddaughter was the best!

On the other side, back at the kids’ table, Huo Feng had just sat down when he rolled his eyes at Chen Chaonan, "Hey, your grandpa was just mocking me again. Is he toxic or what?"

Chen Chaonan held his chopsticks and glared at him, "I heard it. You said you’ll think about relationships after getting into Tsinghua..."

"That’s not the point!"

Huo Feng held out a hand, "The point is, your grandpa, he just can’t admit that my girlfriend is the top student in the city!"

Chen Chaonan asked, "Do you even have a girlfriend?"

Seeing her skepticism, Huo Feng decisively took out his phone, opened his WeChat Moments, and picked out his lovey-dovey posts to show her, "See? Not long ago I went hiking and praying with my girlfriend and got a peace bracelet. Right here!"

Huo Feng even flaunted the red string bracelet on his wrist, "See this? I’m not bragging because I’m low-key, but you all force me to be high-profile. Sorry about that..."

Chen Chaonan, looking at the bracelet Huo Feng was wearing, pouted slightly, "So you actually have a girlfriend..."

Huo Feng replied unceremoniously.

After responding, he noticed something off in Chen Chaonan’s expression.

What’s with that downcast look?

Don’t tell me she has a crush on me, Huo Feng?!

With that thought, Huo Feng couldn’t help but narrow his eyes...