115: Home Insurance (Revised)

"Principal."

Chen Du didn't think too much, directly pressed the answer button, and said politely.

"Chen Du, congratulations on getting into Qilin Martial Arts University!"

Li Mu's hearty laughter came from the wristband.

Chen Du knew that Li Mu couldn't have called just to congratulate him; there must be something he wanted to say.

After a few pleasantries, Li Mu said:

"Chen Du, tomorrow morning, Mayor Wang wants you to go over; he said there's something important he needs to tell you in person."

Something important?

Chen Du had only met Mayor Wang once and knew his name was Wang Anquan.

Besides that, they had no other interactions.

For a moment, Chen Du couldn't think of anything important Mayor Wang would need to tell him.

But he naturally wouldn't refuse and agreed without much thought.

"Chen Du, you're at home now, right?"

"I'll come pick you up tomorrow morning, and we'll go together."

"Ah!"

Chen Du exclaimed in surprise.

"Isn't that a bit much, Principal? You're coming to pick me up personally?"

Li Mu's "haha" laughter came from the other end of the wristband:

"What? Am I, a principal from a small city, not worthy of picking up you, the champion of the Seven Regions Genius Battle?"

"Principal, I didn't mean it like that!"

"Just kidding. I just bought a new Skysoaring, and I've been enjoying driving it lately."

"Besides, you're a big shot in our school now. I heard many people are offering bounties for a photo with you."

"I'm just trying to bask in your glory!"

"Principal, you're joking!"

Afterward, the two agreed on a time and place, then hung up.

...

The next morning.

Li Mu brought Chen Du, and the two arrived at Mayor Wang's office early.

Mayor Wang smiled as he looked at the two, then praised Chen Du:

"Excellent!"

"The first time I saw you, I felt like a golden Qilin, not something to be confined to a pond!"

"Hundred Cities Championship champion, Seven Regions Genius Battle individual champion."

"Either one is a height no Liang City student has ever reached before."

"You've done very well, Chen Du!"

"As Mayor Wang, I'm very proud that our Liang City can produce a Genius like you!"

He then also praised Li Mu.

"Mayor Wang, what are you saying!"

"These are all things I should do!"

"Chen Du's achievements are mainly due to his own unremitting efforts!"

"What I did was just trivial!"

Li Mu stood ramrod straight, his eyes focused, his attitude serious.

Like a meticulous professor, he was precisely elaborating on his latest research report.

After a few pleasantries, Mayor Wang got to the point:

"Chen Du, I came today because I wanted to tell you some good news."

"Good news for you."

"This matter hadn't been finalized by the higher-ups before, and after the Hundred Cities Championship,"

"you went to the Technology Martial Hall in Cyber City for training, then immediately participated in the Seven Regions Genius Battle and the National Higher Education Entrance Examination."

"Now, this matter has finally been decided by the higher-ups."

"So I specifically chose today. I was afraid that if I didn't find you soon, you'd be off to the First Ecological Zone in a few days!"

"Then it would be really hard to meet."

Chen Du chuckled awkwardly. Hearing this, he was quite curious: what exactly was the good news Mayor Wang was talking about?

Something that would make a Mayor-level figure repeat "good news" so many times, and also require a decision from higher-ups.

What could it be?

"Chen Du, although this is only our second meeting, I've actually been following you."

"Not just your achievements, but also your personal life."

Mayor Wang took a sip of the hot tea on the table and smiled:

"You were born into a loving family, and I can understand the importance of family in your eyes."

"Combining your past achievements, your past conduct, and the big data in your wristband,"

"under various comprehensive factor reviews,"

"I've successfully applied for a 'Family Insurance' for you."

"Family Insurance?"

When Chen Du heard these four words, a hint of confusion flashed in his dark eyes.

He silently repeated the words; he knew them separately, and he knew them together.

But connecting them to Mayor Wang's words, Chen Du felt that this shouldn't be the kind of insurance he was thinking of.

Li Mu, on the side, also exclaimed in shock:

"It actually got approved!"

Mayor Wang nodded, looking at Chen Du's somewhat bewildered expression, and explained:

"Chen Du, you've already been outside the circle, so you naturally know the true situation of the High Martial Civilization."

"And how desperately we lack Martial Artists, Advanced Martial Artists, and Sky Soaring Warriors."

Chen Du nodded in undeniable agreement.

He naturally understood the situation of High Martial Civilization.

Including the Seven Regions Genius Battle being broadcast live.

It was also to encourage more people in the Seventh Ecological Circle to enter the Martial Artist profession.

After Mayor Wang finished speaking, he projected a document from his wristband onto the white wall in front of them.

"This is the Family Insurance contract, and it's very valuable."

"The content on it is extensive, you can read it carefully later, but I'll give you the conclusion now."

"Once you sign this contract, it takes effect immediately. Our Seventh Ecological Circle here,"

"will dispatch three Advanced Martial Artists to provide 24-hour close protection for your younger brother Chen Qun, your father Chen Juncai, and your mother Li Qingqing, for a period of four years."

"That is, until you graduate from university and return to the Seventh Ecological Circle."

Advanced Martial Artists, 24-hour close protection!

Chen Du now knew that Advanced Martial Artists were those between level 15 and below Skysoaring, inclusive, in terms of Martial Artist levels.

It was also the standard for joining the Martial Artist Alliance and the City Defense Force.

Ling Yun was one of the best among them, and the Principal and Teacher Ya Die were also Advanced Martial Artists.

The Principal wasn't part of the City Defense Force, and Chen Du wasn't clear about his specific strength.

Judging from his aura, he was not as strong as Ling Yun.

In the current situation of High Martial Civilization, where people were scarce everywhere, they could actually provide three Advanced Martial Artists.

24-hour continuous close protection for his family for four years!

No wonder Mayor Wang said it needed a decision from higher-ups.

"In that case, you should have absolutely no worries left, right?"

Mayor Wang looked at Chen Du, who was still in shock, and smiled faintly:

"This contract document is extremely difficult to get approved."

"This time, because you won the individual championship of the Seven Regions Genius Battle, the higher-ups stamped it without hesitation."

"Otherwise, with so many Geniuses, so many important figures,"

"where would we find so many Advanced Martial Artists to provide 24-hour close protection for their families?"

Chen Du nodded; Mayor Wang didn't need to say more.

Just the situation of High Martial Civilization alone made him understand the value of this contract!

He then quickly scanned it and signed it. There were no requirements for him on it.

It was a contract that only benefited him.

Now, Chen Du had completely no worries left!

...

Mayor Wang had another meeting to attend, and Li Mu also had his own work.

He originally planned to send Chen Du back first, then go on a business trip to the neighboring city.

However, Chen Du declined. He had other things to do today, and the location was nearby.

Yesterday, Chen Du had consulted Teacher You Zhong from Qilin Martial Arts University.

About what a 'escort' was.

The other party said to discuss it in person and gave Chen Du an address, which was Liang City's largest martial arts hall.

The Pay-to-Win Martial Arts Hall.