Zombie Bodyguard

Chapter 1878 - 1875: Departure

"Ahem..." Lin Tian pretended to cough twice, with a serious look: "I actually need Luoxi’s help."

"What’s the matter?" Ning Luoxi asked curiously; in her impression, Lin Tian rarely asked for her help. On the other hand, there were few things he couldn’t handle.

"I want to visit the Zhang Family." Lin Tian revealed his plan.

After he spoke, he found the two women looking at him with peculiar expressions. Ning Luoxi casually said: "It’s been too long since we saw Lingyu, it’s time to visit her. I heard she was even punished to face the wall."

"Yeah, it’s time to visit her." Xiao Manxuan, the little girl, said softly.

Seeing their expressions and tone, Lin Tian immediately understood and had to explain, "Uh... you misunderstood. I’m not going to see Zhang Lingyu." These two little girls, why do they sound a little jealous?

"Then why are you going?" This time it was Ning Wenbin who asked.

"This... can’t be said." Lin Tian didn’t clarify. Was he supposed to say he’s going to steal something? Besides, he didn’t want to lie, so he chose not to say anything.

This denial made even Ning Wenbin’s expression turn strange. This guy definitely thinks Lin Tian is going to see Zhang Lingyu.

Dammit, what is this, making me look like I’m going to meet a lover or something, Lin Tian was speechless. But even if I were really going to meet a lover, it wouldn’t be a problem, I’m still single.

"Alright, I’ll help you." Ning Luoxi agreed readily without saying much.

Lin Tian turned and looked at Xiao Manxuan, then turned back to Ning Luoxi: "While I’m away, please help take care of Xuanxuan."

"Rest assured, nothing will happen." Ning Luoxi confirmed; everyone was friends, actually, even if Lin Tian didn’t ask, she would help take care.

"Can’t I go with you?" Xiao Manxuan blinked her big eyes, looking innocent and pitiful.

This girl’s act always worked on Miss, and Lin Tian almost surrendered and promised to take her, but thinking of the unpredictability of this trip, he cruelly refused: "Xuanxuan, study well. If Miss finds out I took you to play, she’ll surely scold me."

"Sis can’t beat you." The little girl muttered softly.

Seeing her pout, Lin Tian couldn’t help but laugh: "Don’t worry, I’ll go and return quickly."

"Alright, alright, remember to send my regards to Lingyu, I haven’t seen her for a long time either." Xiao Manxuan had a look of helplessness, making Lin Tian feel he was lacking something.

"You need to ask for leave before going to the Zhang Family. Let me know once you’ve done that." Ning Luoxi instructed smartly.

With the matter settled, Lin Tian went to see Teacher Fang. Since reconciling with Ning Jian Country, Teacher Fang had moved back from Xikou City. Having sent his last batch of students off to college, he felt he had no regrets.

However, before visiting Teacher Fang, Ning Luoxi reminded Lin Tian not to leak her deteriorating condition since she hadn’t mentioned it to her mom.

Lin Tian adhered to this and didn’t bring up Ning Luoxi’s situation, chatting only about college life. Teacher Fang and Lin Tian shared a special bond, a familial feeling. In the toughest times, Teacher Fang had helped him; this bond was irreplaceable.

Lin Tian was invited to stay for dinner with Teacher Fang, and by the time he left, night had already fallen. As he stepped out, Ning Wenbin took advantage of the women’s conversation to quietly say to Lin Tian: "Big brother, this time you’re going thousands of miles to see Zhang Lingyu; what about our cousin? You’re not ditching her, are you?"

"Come on, what ditching? I’m still a student; Luoxi being a major instructor is a bit far-fetched." Lin Tian glared at this guy.

"Money, status, identity, these are external things. Besides, everyone knows your skills are far from being just a student. Actually, none of this matters; the most important thing is the feelings involved. Let me tell you something: my uncles, aunts, grandpas, grandmas, and others are very satisfied with you." Ning Wenbin said generously, and finally, he secretly told Lin Tian some ’inside information’.

But Lin Tian was baffled by this ’inside information.’ What does it mean to be satisfied with me? Lin Tian was equally at a loss.

"Brother Ning, don’t think too much. Your cousin and I haven’t reached that point yet, and besides, my trip to the Zhang Family isn’t to see Zhang Lingyu." Lin Tian helplessly explained again.

"As long as it’s not to see another girl, hehe." Ning Wenbin chuckled, making Lin Tian feel like all his explanations were in vain.

With great difficulty, he bid farewell to this guy, leaving the Ning Family with Xiao Manxuan.

While on the road, Xiao Manxuan didn’t bring up Zhang Lingyu, but instead said: "Lin Tian, I have an uneasy feeling about you going to the Zhang Family this time, so be careful. I don’t know why."

"Don’t worry, without Xuanxuan’s permission, I won’t be in any danger." Lin Tian joked.

"Actually, Lingyu getting punished to face the wall is quite pitiful. Help me check on her, will you?" Xiao Manxuan blinked and smiled cheekily.

"Okay, if possible, I’ll check on her." Lin Tian agreed honestly.

"Haha, you agreed so readily, and yet you say it’s not for Sister Lingyu." Xiao Manxuan glared with her eyes.

Lin Tian was completely defeated by this little girl; she’s still the spirited Second Miss. The two had no barriers, chatting and laughing.

When returning to school, Lin Tian didn’t go straight to his apartment but contacted Professor He. Even though it was the weekend, Professor He was still in the lab, where Lin Tian brought up the request for leave.

As expected, Professor He agreed to help Lin Tian with this. He Jianhua holds the highest authority in the college, although he doesn’t want to be the dean, instead focusing solely on research. With his help, getting leave was a breeze.

Lin Tian greatly admired such practical individuals. Many renowned technological experts, due to their excellence in their field, get promoted to administrative roles; ultimately, their core technological skills gradually fade among the trivialities and intrigue of administration. This is undoubtedly a tragedy.

Lin Tian asked for a ten-day leave starting on Monday, and he informed Ning Luoxi of his schedule. Ning Luoxi simply said she would arrange for a car to pick him up on Monday morning and didn’t specify any other plans.

With nothing much going on Sunday, Lin Tian and Xiao Manxuan spent a day relaxing. Given the recent busy days, it was a rare treat to unwind.

Relaxing times always fly by; Monday arrived in no time. Early in the morning, Xiao Manxuan prepared a sumptuous breakfast to send Lin Tian off. Although he would only be gone for ten days, the little girl was reluctant.

Just after finishing breakfast, the car sent by Ning Luoxi arrived. Lin Tian, carrying a backpack, walked out with ease and grace. Xiao Manxuan didn’t go downstairs to see him off but stood on the balcony because she could see further from there.

Lin Tian had the car drive to the teacher’s apartment. Xu Feibai was waiting punctually at the roadside, just like Lin Tian, only carrying a backpack.

As the car left the school gates, Lin Tian took out his phone and sent a message.