As they spoke, more than a dozen other people ran over from outside—this was Liangzi, whom Young Master Li had called first, but who arrived shamefully late. His location had been further away, and he had to gather his men, which is why he was delayed; precisely because he arrived late, they were spared a great deal of suffering and even witnessed a spectacular scene.

Cai Zhel'ing and his convoy had arrived quickly and left just as fast. Shi Yan and Gao Fei were now inside Long Feng’s vehicle, their eyes wide open.

They still didn't grasp the full situation, yet an earth-shattering reversal had already occurred. The people who had just arrived unexpectedly knew Zhang Yang, and their relationship seemed quite good; Young Master Li, who had been busy rallying men to cause trouble, was now so intimidated by the newcomers that he didn't dare utter a single word.

Even sitting inside their car, they felt a sense of satisfying relief wash over them. Simultaneously, their perception of Zhang Yang began to shift again.

This Young Master Li was already arrogant enough, yet in front of certain people, he couldn't even muster a grunt, whereas those people treated Zhang Yang as a sworn brother—this alone revealed the extent of Zhang Yang’s influence. This made them deeply aware of the chasm between those in high positions and ordinary people.

Zhang Yang also returned to his car. Wang Lu, sitting in the Bugatti, was so thrilled she couldn't speak.

She never expected the day’s events to conclude in such a manner. After all the cars had departed, the groaning figures lying on the ground slowly began to stir and climb up.

Li Guang was helped to his feet by someone at his side, his face still etched with fear. What terrified him was not just Long Feng’s might, but the prospect of Zhang Yang seeking revenge later.

He finally understood clearly now: those people truly hadn't taken him seriously, and his attempt to befriend them was nothing more than presumptuous climbing. A person capable of having Gu Fang send him a car and being on such good terms with Cai Zhel'ing could crush him with a mere flick of a finger.

All he could think about now was how to mend his mistake; even his beautiful girlfriend beside him had ceased to register any sensation. "Brother Guang, apologies, we arrived late!" The last group of people finally gathered around him.

The leader spoke with evident embarrassment. Young Master Li glanced at him, initially intending to say something, but recalling the formidable person he had just offended, he lost all motivation and simply waved his hand weakly at the newcomers.

He failed to notice that among this latest group, one person was staring backward in utter astonishment. Guo Weiya had also come along.

He was brought by Liangzi; more accurately, in Shanghai, he followed Liangzi around and was one of the few university students among them. He was the most shocked.

He finally understood the true extent of the power held by Zhang Yang, the person whose habit of eating at roadside stalls he used to despise. Zhang Yang, naturally, was unaware of any of this.

At that moment, he was being unceremoniously pulled by Cai Zhel'ing towards a high-end restaurant. His original plan to treat his classmates to Western food was summarily dashed.

The restaurant was opulent, and Cai Zhel'ing and his entourage treated Zhang Yang with immense enthusiasm. Liu Yimin, in particular, acted toward Zhang Yang not as if they were meeting for the first time, but like long-lost friends reuniting after years.

Liu Yimin was also a well-known young master in Shanghai. In the circle of Shanghai’s elite heirs, four names were most famous: Liu, Gu, Cai, and Shi.

Liu was Liu Yimin, Gu was Gu Fang, Cai was Cai Zhel'ing, and Shi was Shi Qiang. These four represented the very apex among the young masters and were the figures others followed.

Unfortunately, the four didn't align perfectly: Liu Yimin got along well with Cai Zhel'ing, while Gu Fang and Shi Qiang were closer. The relationships among the young masters who followed them were even more complex.

Zhang Yang had only been to Shanghai twice, yet he had come to know all four of the city's paramount young masters—a result even Long Cheng and his circle likely never anticipated. Most significantly, Zhang Yang’s rapport with all four seemed exceptionally harmonious.

Dinner was lavish. Shi Yan and her group were seated together, filling two tables in total among so many people.

Initially, they were rather reserved, but under gentle persuasion from others, they finally began to relax. The young masters from wealthy families at their table showed no disdain for them due to their own status; instead, they were exceedingly kind, pointing out which dishes were most delectable.

The dinner proceeded pleasantly. Only after the meal concluded did Zhang Yang bid farewell to Cai Zhel'ing and the others, returning with Shi Yan and the rest to their hotel.

On the way back, Gao Fei and the others were still excitedly discussing the recent events. Everything that transpired today was destined to be an unforgettable memory for them in the years to come.

………… “Brother Yimin, what is your assessment of Zhang Yang?” Watching the disappearing taillights of the Bugatti driven by Zhang Yang, Cai Zhel'ing smiled and asked Liu Yimin, who was seeing him off. “I can’t read him, but this man is absolutely not simple.

He cured Elder Qiao’s illness and is now a great benefactor to the Qiao family. That family has faded somewhat over the years, but as long as Elder Qiao—that great tree—remains standing, they will never truly fall!” Liu Yimin shook his head slightly.

He was slightly older than Cai Zhel'ing. Among the young masters in Shanghai, Liu Yimin held the highest prestige; the fact that he ranked ahead of Gu Fang, occupying the first position, was clear proof of this.

“What a pity. That kid Gu Fang will be smug for a while longer.

I never thought Zhang Yang’s medical skills would be this formidable, and now Gu Fang has managed to forge a connection with him!” Cai Zhel'ing nodded with a sense of resignation. Cai Zhel'ing’s friction with Gu Fang dated back a long time; the previous underground race was marred when Gu Fang brought people to disrupt it.

If it hadn't been for Gu Fang, Huang Hai and the others wouldn't have had their accident, and the race wouldn't have been abruptly halted. Fortunately, Zhang Yang was present that time, ensuring everyone remained unharmed.

Recalling it now, Cai Zhel'ing felt immense relief that Zhang Yang had been there, as it was Zhang Yang’s handling of the situation that kept the repercussions to a minimum. “Although I can’t see through him, I can tell he is not someone who seeks power or profit.

Gu Fang seeks his medical abilities; we should value the man himself. Zhel'ing, you should interact with him more in the future.

It doesn't matter if you take more trips to Changjing; the connection through Long Cheng is also crucial!” Liu Yimin added. Cai Zhel'ing didn't reply this time, only giving a slight nod.

Liu Yimin was excellent at reading people; one thing he said was precisely correct: Zhang Yang truly had no interest in power struggles. He had experienced that struggle in his previous life, and being exhausted by it, he now desired neither official position nor status, only seeking the most relaxed life he wished to live.

Upon returning to the hotel, Zhang Yang and his group quickly separated to rest. Early the next morning, the contingent from Changjing University prepared to return in their own vehicles.

Wang Guohai from the Third Hospital had already departed; he had an urgent matter at the hospital requiring his absence. However, before leaving, he had secured a promise from Zhang Yang.

Zhang Yang would continue to lead the research project, but others should not interfere carelessly; any future honors earned would certainly include a share for the Third Hospital. For Tongji Medical College, the person seeing them off was Lü Yunlong, an old classmate of Zhu Daoqi.

It was Lü Yunlong who was burning with envy over Changjing University's harvest. Changjing had essentially secured half the honors this time, whereas Tongji Medical College was utterly suppressed by Changjing, regretfully settling for second place.

This was deeply unacceptable to Tongji Medical College, which had always considered itself the elder statesman among domestic medical institutions. Many secretly swore to completely crush Changjing University the next time a similar event occurred, refusing to believe that Changjing University could produce another student as monstrously gifted as Zhang Yang.

After several hours of driving, their vehicles finally reached the vicinity of Changjing University. These streets were finally familiar to them.

“We’re finally home!” Gazing at the school gates from a distance, Zhu Daoqi remarked with deep emotion. Before this trip, even Zhu Daoqi hadn't imagined they would achieve such significant results.

This haul was entirely unexpected for him. Even now, he found it hard to fully accept.

As he spoke, Zhu Daoqi glanced back at Zhang Yang. He knew perfectly well how these honors had been earned; essentially, they were brought entirely by Zhang Yang alone.

With Zhang Yang present, Changjing University achieved such outstanding results; without him, they would, at best, be considered mid-tier. The former Zhu Daoqi never believed an individual could have such a massive impact on the whole, but the facts of this occasion forced him to accept it.

One Zhang Yang had transformed them from a second-rate institution into a top-tier one; individual strength, at times, truly could not be overlooked. “Professor Zhu, look ahead!” Shi Yan suddenly exclaimed as the car entered the campus and approached their Medical School building.

In front of the Medical School’s administrative building, a large banner had been hung at some point, bearing the inscription: ‘Welcoming Our Hero Student’s Triumphant Return.’ Standing before the banner were numerous people, led surprisingly by the University President himself, accompanied by the Dean of the College and other key school officials. News of Changjing University’s proud achievements had already filtered back, delighting the administration for several days.

The commendation from the Ministry of Education had arrived, leaving the President overjoyed and determined to break protocol to give the teachers and students who earned these glorious results a hero's welcome. That was why he was waiting for them personally at the entrance of the Medical School.

Besides them, the cheerleading squad from the Student Union was also positioned to perform a lively dance welcoming them back. The honor of representing them in this competition belonged to Zhang Yang, and Xiao Bin, having received this assignment, treated it with utmost seriousness, personally overseeing the arrangements; Xiao Bin was also among those present to greet them.

“This, this is too grand!” Seeing the cheerleading squad chanting welcome messages, Zhu Daoqi appeared genuinely moved, his voice wavering slightly before he even stepped out of the car. Shi Yan and Wang Lu both nodded vigorously; they too were deeply thrilled at that moment.

Such a high-profile welcoming ceremony from the school was a form of validation, an acknowledgment of their importance, and a source of pride and honor for them. Of course, they hadn't let these accolades cloud their judgment; they all understood that the person who truly created these honors was Zhang Yang, who sat quietly in the back row without speaking.

………… First update!

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