Douluo: AFK to Become a God

"Wait! Oscar, we appreciate your kindness, but let's not trouble you," Chu Chengzhou hurriedly stopped him.

"It's no trouble at all. It'll only take a moment!"

"Hold on! Let me say something first!"

"Uh... okay, go ahead."

"Maybe you don't know, but about half an hour ago, I beat up a Soul Elder with a White Tiger martial soul and a Great Soul Master with a chicken martial soul. I think you should reconsider this carefully."

Chu Chengzhou spoke in a calm tone, emphasizing the word "carefully."

Oscar froze, then looked shocked.

Whoa, looks like this new junior is quite the tough nut!

It's one thing for that fatso Ma Hongjun to get bullied—he's always been a troublemaker. But even Dai Mubai, the big boss, got beaten up?

Wait a minute... "reconsider"? Does this mean Chu Chengzhou knows the secret behind my sausages?

Sweat began to form on Oscar's forehead.

"Ahaha, well... um, junior, I suddenly feel a bit under the weather. Maybe next time, okay?"

Oscar laughed awkwardly and quickly retreated into his cabin.

Bang!

The door slammed shut, sending a cloud of dust into the air.

"Brother, didn't Oscar say he'd treat us to sausages? Why'd he change his mind?" Xiao Wu complained.

"Maybe he really isn't feeling well. Like, say... he has a sudden case of hemorrhoids?" Chu Chengzhou replied with a straight face.

Xiao Wu: "..."

The student dormitories at Shrek Academy were dilapidated. After years of neglect, thick layers of dust had accumulated inside.

By noon, the two had finally cleaned up their respective rooms.

Looking at the dormitory, with its missing eaves and drafty walls, Chu Chengzhou became even more determined to hire someone to build a new house.

It had to be luxurious—not just for comfort but also to impress potential "close friends" among future students.

He couldn't help but imagine Dai Mubai's reaction:

Using his money to build my house, steal his fiancée, and raise my own kids...

Dai Mubai: Thank you so much!

As they walked to the cafeteria, they encountered Flender and a short but burly middle-aged man with muscles like steel.

"Flender, are these the two new students?" the man asked, stroking his chin as he scrutinized them.

"Yes, that's them! Chu, Xiao Wu, let me introduce you. This is our vice principal, Zhao Wuji. He's a Soul Saint at the 76th level—a true expert. Just call him Teacher Zhao," Flender said.

"Hello, Teacher Zhao!"

The two greeted him politely.

"Hello," Zhao Wuji nodded, but his gaze lingered on Chu Chengzhou, filled with curiosity.

He was intrigued.

A 16-year-old at the 29th level? That's hardly impressive. So why did Flender accept him without an entrance exam?

Xiao Wu was understandable—16 years old and already a 38th-level Soul Elder. Her talent was undeniable.

But Chu Chengzhou? Why?

Unbeknownst to Zhao Wuji, Flender had fudged the numbers, making the pair seem four or five years older.

Could it be that this kid is loaded? Flender, the cheapskate, must've been bought off! Zhao Wuji thought.

Pulling Flender aside, Zhao Wuji whispered, "Flender, isn't it time you paid us our overdue salaries?"

"Relax, Zhao. We're all brothers here. Do you think I'd stiff you for life? As soon as the academy's finances improve, you'll be the first to get paid!" Flender replied sheepishly.

"Flender, you sly dog! Don't play games with me!" Zhao Wuji fumed.

Usually, Flender's lack of funds was understandable. But now, with money in hand, he still wouldn't pay?

"What games? I didn't take any money!" Flender looked genuinely confused.

"Come on, this kid's talent is mediocre. You're telling me he got in without paying you?"

Shrek Academy had always had high standards, and applicants had to pass rigorous exams. A 16-year-old at level 29 getting in without testing? Zhao Wuji wasn't buying it.

"I didn't take a dime!"

Not only had Flender not charged extra, but he was also footing the bill for their meals.

"Really?"

"Really!" Flender rolled his eyes.

"Then why'd you accept him?" Zhao Wuji was even more puzzled.

"I just did, okay? Stop asking so many questions. You'll understand later," Flender said cryptically.

Although Chu Chengzhou's talent wasn't as extraordinary as Xiao Wu's, he had great potential. As long as he didn't die prematurely, becoming a Titled Douluo seemed inevitable.

Hearing this, Zhao Wuji gave Chu Chengzhou another thoughtful glance.

While Flender was stingy, he wasn't stupid. If he made such a decision, there had to be a reason.

Shrek Academy's cafeteria was far from luxurious. It was a simple wooden structure, with a sign that read "Cafeteria" hanging above the door.

Before they even entered, Chu Chengzhou heard Oscar's voice.

"Dai, why are you eating here today? Don't you usually head to Soto City for better food?"

At a long wooden table, Oscar sat with a humble meal, looking at Dai Mubai in surprise.

Dai Mubai's face darkened as he angrily shoveled the bland food into his mouth.

There was no way he could admit that he'd been robbed and could no longer afford fancy meals. That would be way too embarrassing!