Insufficient balance

  Actually, many people vaguely heard Ye Jun and Han Ya Qian's conversation. After all, the classroom was quiet to the point of being terrifying, and even a slight sound could stimulate the thinking of those present, let alone their unbridled conversation, even if they deliberately lowered their voices. However, handing in assignments early is nothing new, especially with Huang Bo Zhuang shouting "big brother" from his mouth, many people in Experimental Class 2 subconsciously classified Ye Jun as a social youth.

  Ye Jun walked out of the examination room and had nothing to do for a while, so he took some time off to visit Xu Dekai in the teacher's building. This deputy principal, who was still leaning on his eight-character legs and smoking a famous brand cigarette, saw Ye Jun rush in without even knocking on the door, and almost fell off his chair.

  It is said that Ye Junyang has already finished the first exam, and Xu Dekai was very rational and didn't ask in detail. He even patted his chest with great understanding: "Ye classmate, rest assured, this time's exam will definitely yield a score sheet that will satisfy Mayor Ye."

  Ye Jun couldn't help but sneer inwardly. Xu Dekai was still so self-righteously clever, thinking he had come to walk in the back door. For a moment, Ye Jun was speechless. But he didn't bother explaining and got straight to the point: "Principal Xu, after the exam, I'd like to take some time off."

  "Taking leave? Okay, how many leave slips do you need? I'll approve them for you."

  Obviously, Xu Dekai had done this kind of student privilege many times before. Looking at his smooth and familiar movements, Ye Jun thought to himself that he was in the right place. Anyway, he didn't plan on being a good student in school, which was also one of the main reasons why he didn't want to enter the experimental class. After all, academic qualifications were already useless to him, as he had too much capital to make him worry-free for life.

  There are about four months before Ye Yangsheng takes office in Jiangling, and he wants to establish a loyal team in these four months. As long as the river dam project is managed smoothly, he will enter the provincial cadre circle, it's just a matter of time.

  "Principal Xu, you may have misunderstood me," said Ye Jun with a smile.

  "Oh?"

  Xu Dekai stared at Ye Jun suspiciously for a long time, seemingly thinking of a possibility, and asked with difficulty: "Ye classmate, are you planning to take a long leave?"

  "Since Principal Xu has already guessed it, I won't beat around the bush either. Except for the unified school exams, I plan to stay at home and review during other times."

  Ye Jun's words caused Xu De Kai's smooth face to twitch involuntarily, he wasn't unfamiliar with stubborn students, nor was he unaccustomed to harsh conditions, but a student as stubborn as Ye Jun, who dared to open his mouth so big, he had indeed never seen before.

  Xu Dekai thought to himself that it would be better to just skip class directly, even if the head teacher were to give feedback later, he could still cover up and help him get out of trouble. But this was a blatant request for a leave of absence, and not just for a short period of 10 days or half a month, after all, the school had its own rules and regulations, and he didn't have the authority to approve such an exaggerated leave slip. However, thinking about Ye Jun's father, who was about to take office as the mayor, and the wealthy Huayang Group, it was quite a tricky situation for the time being.

  "What's wrong? Principal Xu, judging from your expression, are you having trouble making up your mind?" Ye Jun teased with a smile.

  Xu Dekai was thoroughly intimidated by Ye Jun, this little devil, and dryly laughed: "No, it's just that Fellow Student Ye's request is too harsh, already exceeding my authority."

  "Actually, I also know that this request will put Principal Xu in a difficult position. However, if Principal Xu can approve it, I promise to attend the school's social events in the future, including my parents. After all, this kind of gathering similar to a reunion among classmates, I believe my parents will be honored."

  Ye Jun's words made Xu De Kai's smooth face twitch again, but this time it was sweet and not bitter, and he exclaimed in surprise: "Really?"

  "How could I possibly deceive Principal Xu? Besides, when the school invites us, as parents who have high hopes for their children, would we refuse? Principal Xu, isn't that right?" Ye Jun drawled with a smile.

  "Right, right, you're absolutely right!"

  Xu Dekai was rubbing his hands and grinning foolishly, while Ye Jun calmly handed over a previously prepared leave application: "About that leave of absence..."

  "No problem! I've got it covered!"

  Xu Dekai waved his hand, not even looking at the neatly written characters on the leave application form, took out a pen and wrote "Approved" with his signature. Afterwards, Xu Dekai inserted this special leave application form into the memo, smiled and said: "However, Ye classmate, we must make it clear beforehand, from now on, school unified arrangement of exams, you must participate on time. Approving such leave applications, as a vice principal, I am already abusing my power, understand?"

  "Principal Xu, you can rest assured that I guarantee he won't be absent from the exam. With that said, I'll just go find a place to review my notes and not disturb your busy work." Seeing that his mission had been accomplished, Ye Jun patted his butt and left the chilly principal's office under Xu Deke's helpless gaze.

  Idle Ye Jun wandered around the campus, and when the bell rang for class dismissal, he happened to bump into many beautifully dressed beauties. After all, high school students in their third year also didn't have summer vacation, but fortunately these newly promoted high school students didn't need to take part in the school's arranged exams, which unexpectedly added a lot of liveliness to the originally quiet campus.

  Ye Jun was not idle either. In fact, before the exam, Huang Boquan, Yang Kai and Dong Rui nervously ran to his side and handed him a thin note with a string of numbers on it. In this era without mobile phones, only pagers and beepers, there's no need to think that these numbers starting with a certain digit would not be a pager number, and even for Ye Jun, they were quite unfamiliar, guessing that it should be a beeper number.

  Of course, Ye Jun didn't find it surprising that Huang Boquan was able to get in touch with the God of Wealth so smoothly. After all, yesterday afternoon, he had handed over a sealed envelope to Huang Boquan, containing his own letter of introduction and a business card from Ye Yangsheng. With the status and vision of the God of Wealth, it's impossible for him not to recognize the authenticity of the business card, let alone be unaware that there will be a new mayor taking office at the end of the year.

  But anyway, Ye Jun was quite surprised at Huang Boquan's efficiency in handling things, and he didn't know what method this guy used to get an "audience" with the God of Wealth. However, seeing Huang Boquan, Yang Kai, and Dong Rui all with bruises on their faces, it seemed that there were some bitter and sweet experiences involved, which was quite interesting to think about.

  Ye Jun bought an IP card at a grocery store and rushed to the phone booth, only to find a large crowd of men and women squeezing in. He had no choice but to sit down in a shaded area. Fortunately, when the school bell rang, the crowd gradually dispersed, and the campus was once again immersed in tranquility, with only occasional recitation sounds coming from the classrooms proving that it wasn't a desolate wasteland.

  "Hello, I'm looking for the God of Wealth."

  "Wait."

  The phone was answered quickly, and soon a loud, thick voice came on: "Hello, who is this?"

  "Hello, Caishen. Yesterday I had someone deliver a letter to you, did you receive it?" Ye Jun smiled and said, this was indeed the unique voice of Caishen in his impression, although he had never seen Caishen in person, but remembered that in his previous life, this big shot who covered the sky with one hand in Jiangling City, had called to offer condolences on the night of Ye Yang's funeral.

  Obviously, the God of Wealth was still in a daze, seemingly not fully awake. The person who answered the phone earlier had a soft and sweet voice, like a young lady. It seems that the rumors about the God of Wealth being a night owl were true. However, soon after, the God of Wealth on the other end of the line woke up and burst into laughter: "Haha! I've long admired you, Mayor Ye's son. As for what happened, I already know from those two idiots. Don't worry, young master, I've had them thrown into the river to feed the fish. And as for the one in the hospital, he won't be a problem. If he dares to leave the hospital, I'll have someone break his other leg."

  "It's said that the God of Wealth is always straightforward and never delays in his actions. Indeed, he lives up to his reputation."

  "It's not that I'm not giving face to fellow Taoists, but I didn't expect it to spread to Young Master's ears, how embarrassing. Otherwise, I'll treat you to dinner tonight, what do you say?"

  Ye Jun was about to agree, but suddenly remembered that he had a verbal agreement with Su Wen Yu that he couldn't stay out late. Moreover, he had to come up with an excuse, as the God of Wealth's intention in meeting him this time was very clear - to see if Ye Jun had any value that could be exploited. If not, then there would be no need to waste thoughts on Ye Jun in the future. As for this point, Ye Jun was also crystal clear: "God of Wealth, school has arranged exams these few days, after the exams are over, I'll invite you out and drink three cups as punishment."

  "Haha! I like people like you, anyway I don't have any dinner appointments this month, after your exam tomorrow, just come whenever you're called." said the God of Wealth with a smile.

  "Definitely."

  Ye Jun and the God of Wealth exchanged a few pleasantries before hanging up the phone. Taking out his IP card, Ye Jun quickly calmed down and thought about where to start, in order to make the God of Wealth appreciate his value. Although he had the title of Mayor's son, Ye Jun was very clear that this identity was not enough to make the God of Wealth take notice, after all, the God of Wealth was just a spoiled rich kid who relied on his elders to get by, only with more seniority. The reason why the God of Wealth was called the God of Wealth was not only because of his generous personality, but most importantly, he was good at making money.

  So, Ye Jun's starting point is very clear. On the basis of mutual benefit, try to hang the god of wealth's stomach with money as much as possible.

  Clang... Clang...

  Unconsciously, the first exam had already ended, and Ye Jun also picked up his thoughts and returned to the classroom. As soon as he entered the door, he saw Huang Boquan running over with a smile, saying: "Brother Ye, awesome! Wangcai's subject was also submitted ahead of time, I admire you!"

  This time, Huang Bo and others were really convinced, after all, even a big shot like Caishen could befriend the tiger man, who in Jiangling City would not obey? Who dares to disobey? Even Yang Kai and Dong Rui, who had been dissatisfied with Ye Jun before, completely lost their temper.

  "How come you didn't hand it in ahead of time?" Ye Jun asked, puzzled, he really didn't know that Wang was the one teaching language and literature.

  "Hmph, other classes don't matter, but Wang Cai's class is a different story. I'd rather sleep on the desk." Huang Boqiang said with a dry laugh.

  "Damn it! What bad luck!"

  Suddenly, Yang Kai cursed and walked towards Ye Jun's seat.

  "Yang Kai, who invited you?" Dong Rui said with a hint of schadenfreude.

  "Never mind! I just passed by the toilet, guess what I heard?"

  "What?"

  Huang Bozhao and Dong Ruijun looked like they were listening with rapt attention, even Ye Jun was quite curious. Yang Kai cleared his throat and said: "I heard that later our examination room will have the honor of welcoming two invigilators, I'm afraid that later if you want to sneak a peek, there won't be any opportunity."

  "Besides Da Mei, who else?" Huang Bo exclaimed in surprise.

  "Good fortune!"

  Yang Kai shook his head and muttered, "Other classes only have one proctor, but our class is special. You say Wangcai ran back to wander around aimlessly, isn't that a bad thing? Does he really want our class to be at the bottom of the average score in this random exam?"