After being formatted as a cannonfodder, I became a heartthrob

Gou Xiaochuan sat in the stands, a straw between his lips.dxniuuNYogMlBRxHzeGOpcELPNPYbM

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He was wondering what had caused Xie Fengxing to change so drastically.amYHcpDZOHVjEQbYufNakzZYHVDCEz

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He couldn’t figure it out, but he was thrilled.VBlntqcYIbqRBhjIFEUOFOyCSmVGAF

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Few men could resist the excitement and allure of racing. Even with his inner princess, seeing Xie Fengxing’s increasingly impressive track performances made his blood boil with excitement.GIAnhwLPhLTxtOqvhrYCCbjxuuEzfu

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So damn cool. Every roar of the engine hit his G-spot.RHeMJNxsvYSOYXthOkGLnIordMMthh

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He couldn’t help but record a few clips and send them to his graduate student boyfriend.lizNJNBtACOGuXSHbhBZLusbvoaoGb

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His boyfriend was gentle, reminding him to sit in the shade and avoid the sun.kNEvOsHTgBopqVSeUxLJzvANVuVsal

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Putting down his phone, Gou Xiaochuan glanced at his older cousin nearby.GmoyOYvMxkaQgqahRtqZGOgDlgkeFh

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So handsome, so damn handsome.LxCAdwxQAZyLhflrybPAnvapmIbpwf

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His cousin had a unique aura—more rugged than the pampered rich kids yet more refined than the rough-and-tumble straight guys. His physique was lean and powerful, not like a lion but more like a panther, with the taut lines of youth.tIizrulqtbzggMtZgYpNIMuPzKpaYt

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This was the kind of perfection both men and women could appreciate.RujjJtiqqXIDTryKyyJZPMCZrpofZL

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His cousin and the group around him seemed electrified.PYavSFequeADsKcXmJBAqnHlrImpYW

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Seeing his childhood friend suddenly shine so brilliantly made Gou Xiaochuan happier than if it were his own success.OJDMiKYawMukZLJcCLmHOnoAytuprQ

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Whether Xie Fengxing and his cousin might develop something ambiguous was secondary. He didn’t hold much hope, as he didn’t think his cousin was exactly relationship material.HliijjdtCweEnoCobYDWvbJSjDSdDw

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What mattered most was that Xie Fengxing had been reborn, transformed. He hoped he would soar from here, making all those who had bullied his friend regret their actions.nmwnkIUZztVZKYAzWdMrOpBIJiqwfp

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Like that bastard Song Yu.gOJLcFCLWDkmCtTeCyPMbJYtrWhiQn

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Xie Fengxing had driven three race cars in a row, all from the Speedy Ascent series, but each modified to a vastly different degree—each one better than the last, and each one he handled more smoothly.NPgxWosRkOUxmqkQsHxGbfmYDxxPYf

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“Good cars really are more fun to drive.”ioaHjqHhMRtHSljysyaFcbqfLJmJqR

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“That’s the thrill of money at work,” Xiao Ai said. “But shouldn’t you be wondering why Lu Chi invited you to test-drive these cars? Given that he’s likely a character you’ll need to win over for future missions, I suggest you stay sharp when dealing with him.”AFPZqkjlGgBgHrbVnbDuBwLacmYrwu

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As the car crossed the finish line, Xie Fengxing stepped out, removing his helmet, his hair damp with sweat.qMBusEtVkXmEbkEdDkzvJDcARGJhhJ

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A staff member immediately handed him a bottle of Fiji water. After taking a few sips, he saw Lu Chi and Gou Xiaochuan approaching.OLOGkDjMMuAcAKpDIylPbemKlYypCL

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“How were the cars?” Lu Chi asked.DCbZjLgogRLQIyVWnKLQblINHnOIoc

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“Not bad.”cxJvSeqGoxSxMIwMWhxIeKmkAvVQLa

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Lu Chi smiled, his short-cropped hair and bloodshot eyes giving even his grin a hint of ferocity. “If you’re interested, you can try my car next time.”pMSWKzCnpKtoukayftHhWXWVYfEpAH

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Lu Chi was dressed casually today—cargo pants, a loose black T-shirt, and black boots. His exposed neck and arms were a warm wheat color, his muscles defined but not exaggerated, tall and straight-backed.jqzxSkZKdJyWUfeyWZLvoTUBniJUsz

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He looked every bit the soldier.ojiptIDCuoQPUIPGVWQoUrYNDwbizc

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Xie Fengxing nodded. “Sure.”eteqVqZLNGElhzkIuKrqEYXeOZXaLB

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Sweat dripped down his flushed face, but his eyes seemed even redder, as if burning.uDbNyVfKEXLRQztklplMKXJxqpjqUl

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Lu Chi said, “Go change out of that suit first.”uIdnZgPkMYeVxRKxRglJFeSnXvCgrQ

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Xie Fengxing nodded again, unzipping the top half of his racing suit and letting it hang down. The black T-shirt underneath was soaked through, clinging to his back and outlining his shoulder blades and spine. The upper half of the suit pooled on the ground before he rolled it up and tucked it at his waist, following the staff toward the locker room.YAGPcXplsgvEjNNGiiFjdenCghrVKu

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Chang Rui said, “His racing skills are nothing to scoff at. What I find strange is, with such incredible driving ability, how has he remained unknown all this time?”TvkEMQJuAmOVILfwdowcjByHdnCvCt

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Lu Chi watched Xie Fengxing’s retreating figure for a moment before calling out to Gou Xiaochuan, who was about to follow him.rVJJPrphWaoSbHXxjZEPXXlUVFgCsA

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Gou Xiaochuan ran back. “What’s up?”dCkbdGlmUCmJZhAekDoPDtHjWbSBaa

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“Has something happened to Xie Fengxing recently?” Lu Chi asked.GCEBZEUAOrqvfgUfHdplxDVeeJbvzz

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“He seems a bit down,” Chang Rui added. “Haven’t seen him smile at all.”uneNvgFwFbjVwBbBUQkDgSUMxnZKgV

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Gou Xiaochuan scratched his head. “He’s been going through a breakup… well, not exactly a breakup… just feeling low.”kqlgXNzqRVmzBgqQjPkCCCAhIpYIQU

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Chang Rui chuckled at this. “Young love, taking it seriously, huh?”QmDGnGXbfVcLozkxRZxaXUUNGcjZzX

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Xie Fengxing wasn’t even nineteen yet.kzmEkFRzCVdYYuFSLmUqBjwkIohFeb

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At such a tender age, with such striking looks, yet his demeanor was as steady as if he’d lived seven or eight decades.NHUScHnuhCNhaBCMhTLOtzkqObJWMW

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Lu Chi had called Xie Fengxing here today to test his skills. He’d watched Xie Fengxing’s last race video repeatedly, each viewing reinforcing his belief that Xie Fengxing’s abilities were extraordinary.ilhPeTghrQIrtHDwlRXCHwcnbUARXf

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His newly established Speedy Ascent Kelly team was currently scouting for drivers.oeNkgDUUOdNGkIyARYMsLzeuzzqmBF

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He hadn’t expected Xie Fengxing to deliver such a pleasant surprise today.tRYvQjZxyBoYcRDRNrUWyaKQbdjtKY

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“We should sign him,” Chang Rui suggested back in the office. “With looks like his, building fame would be easy. I heard after his last race, several entertainment companies approached him.”ykArsIJbBSSKapYzgqTvNKZWBfAEcJ

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Sometimes fame mattered more than skill, especially for a new team like Speedy Ascent Kelly. Xie Fengxing was simply too good-looking—just a little push and he’d be famous.DymSCptKbvuNkeIcJmTnHtLZxEtnse

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“Let’s test him further,” Lu Chi said.jNpUATIySefgaJDokaulsOchZmvUEx

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Chang Rui glanced at Lu Chi. “There’s some gossip about him I’ve been holding back. Want to hear it?”pYpbxfGHatKTrYPzdpWxRVRetURogM

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Lu Chi turned to look at him.hCSjJsgGwDrEeHcCHSTQHUTdqHVZnl

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Chang Rui smiled. “The person who broke his heart is Song Yu.”DPNtutNWpvoviTUSUUIBwlfMOeMdaA

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Lu Chi’s brow furrowed slightly.NJsoYdGkSzDWpvGYvLUWSxpwpatLCf

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“Xie Fengxing and Song Yu were an item—pretty much common knowledge in the circle. Rumor has it Xie Fengxing entered the competition for Song Yu. But it’s also well-known that Song Yu is chasing Chen Xi.”QMlRYXCrJASuRdMwKBqMncvORlmYfs

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Lu Chi raised an eyebrow. “He’s after Chen Xi?”xzUTtNeGnZIIWXPdgTdJUmNqpKgSyw

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“Chen Xi’s handsome, highly visible—it’s natural Song Yu would be interested. Song Yu is practically China’s top racer. He’s been aiming for F2 this season and needs some leverage. Otherwise, with his current skills, why would he bother with the Speeding League? The old Xie Fengxing might not have been to his taste, but the new Xie Fengxing? That’s another story.”CseqKyciboERKkJRDicZmVHbqPPHxn

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Lu Chi said nothing, sitting on the edge of the desk. He lit a cigarette, took a deep drag, and snapped the lighter shut with a click, exuding a rough charm tempered by an underlying gloom.AlciNJKbBIXarEvwHtQbmucaeTOpDh

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Before finishing the cigarette, Lu Chi headed out to find Xie Fengxing, the cigarette still dangling from his lips.NYwPaXcwWzyBFwcOApFONwSKQJVxBm

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At the restroom door, he stubbed out the cigarette and knocked.QrVgmDWqzDRUNaHiwJXndzrnQZYwqP

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“Who is it?”YPdppIJutNWfWOSCjyMBknecmDDutY

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“It’s me, Lu Chi.”YifUJWrbGnQFyuirVQoHokGEinAvGm

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Lu Chi waited outside for a moment before hearing Xie Fengxing’s reply: “Door’s unlocked. Come in.”qOOJnXTXCPFbZemEAyazCTTzNiFBbW

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Pushing the door open, Lu Chi found Xie Fengxing standing by the bathroom door in just his shorts, looking at him.UJMHajlEpUgzKZyMmUPdraFiVyzgJt

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Lu Chi paused, then heard Xie Fengxing ask, “Something you need?”hDuavJLZDyLaCsABCHpsNoVMaxnIjM

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“If this isn’t a good time, I can come back later.”tJcPiBdbMMAnmvrNXPDAWsDIADpoEs

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“It’s fine. Go ahead.”GahfJvVjcxMcVUbvwrLvzqlhcZoKYu

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As he spoke, Xie Fengxing pulled on a T-shirt.TOZXminTvxHfHhqyNbRMZIEpJzQOxT

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Lu Chi watched as the black fabric covered his milky-white chest, eventually meeting the shorts and concealing that dazzling upper body entirely, leaving only two pale, straight legs exposed.EMihDgjGTOmdocehjgNkHNhgvpnoyU

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Those were legs that could be called the masterpiece of the Creator—not only long but also exceptionally straight, with almost no bend at the knees, like sculpted works of art. The curve of his hips was especially striking, the only part of his youthful body that carried a hint of fullness.gmYheRQwSfbsfezPzpfEYrDPfzSfQj

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Xie Fengxing reached for his pants and pulled them on, glancing at Lu Chi as he did so.QHKTbENDBhAEWZtDDEMMkxIzAsYJSP

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Lu Chi smiled, his gaze tinged with amusement. “Great physique,” he said.INVjMOJYyUIcAdCJewvoEXPbpzhdoE

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Xie Fengxing fastened his trousers, showing no trace of embarrassment at being seen through. Instead, he was eerily composed. “Thanks,” he replied.mkzZytIiswygIrhPjpFPNRrwbtODuv

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Xie Fengxing had indeed done it on purpose.nZQkNiiKwSiWmpEizwSDORQAfixDSK

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After being formatted, he had almost no sensation when it came to emotions or desire. Without those feelings, he had no inhibitions. He thought that if he could confirm Lu Chi wasn’t straight and liked men, then it would almost certainly mean Lu Chi was the protagonist of some novel.HRifkmPZcllWLbIWVGvKGDePFXxPsZ

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Otherwise, there wouldn’t be so many coincidences.fDyegsZXfCjRZwZjiQqYhVtbaayrLn

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“Any emotional fluctuations?” he asked Xiao Ai.TbFklzTEBXtKHsGjCnPVBLHpjiBjCw

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Xiao Ai replied, “I can only detect the emotional fluctuations of the target you’re supposed to pursue. Lu Chi isn’t within my scope.”emIHHWlGSARVTaiZsihWSkTCIzVRIK

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“Damn it, why didn’t you say so earlier?”aPmDREMgkwhPaJTjjQpiQeAxPbEVqF

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“I don’t think you need to test it—he definitely is,” Xiao Ai said. “If you really want to know, you could just throw yourself at him and touch him. The body is more honest than any emotion. After all, anyone who likes men wouldn’t be able to resist your advances. Even if you’re sexually indifferent, you look absolutely top-tier.”eCwGrlKybHAMsIAHzmAsCODfqEulnP

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“Let’s not. That’s going too far.”nJzFHpWBfalGreGByWnRAvUcbksikS

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Based on his own judgment alone, Lu Chi didn’t seem interested in men.xeBGdiKwBXILNdHxJkMaeaaOERTajB

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Having experienced so many worlds and completed so many missions, Xie Fengxing had some expertise in discerning a man’s sexual orientation.EtedxgRPyCSXWuFSjDifUrQWSLUrug

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Those who liked men would look at him differently.DcDjmtyuMHIItmBIDQRvkBRxwTtbbw

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Lu Chi was completely unfazed—even after seeing through his intentions, he could still tease him openly.NZwbsmHwHQtBTCRoZMcCCVOUIcCirV

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But as Xiao Chuan had said, Lu Chi had always been popular, with no shortage of people throwing themselves at him. Maybe he was just used to it.HcdcpVxLaxBDfbDIOGbavuKweudBgI

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“I came to talk to you about racing,” Lu Chi said.VJEBHTSUwLUgQttZfJaMHAidDFNFlB

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Xie Fengxing nodded and sat down across from him.doXTrBwliytFMWHrgNTAGhdBqLRbeh

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A nineteen-year-old boy, much younger than him, yet sitting there with the calm and ease of a seasoned veteran—this slightly surprised Lu Chi.DwdroLHjoflSyvViutxddBhryaCjvt

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He sat opposite Xie Fengxing, meeting those reddish-brown eyes.bkJmrYtLDkuQMDBDSNMbcqdvqGSfHk

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Perhaps it was because they were too close, but those eyes were unnervingly clear.dpbvGbZJSnJsoHBRpjjdaKCVFZurPA

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Not the kind of unnerving that inspired fear, but the kind where their brilliance made it hard to look directly at them.JYqimRhFzuachFpXTpgIEHciVGESks

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“Would you be interested in joining my team?” Lu Chi asked.sFuolnovGAthtJodCKDWtBhWnUyRBy

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“I want to compete at a higher level,” Xie Fengxing replied.sQoUXSrXYQVuCXNXnDDNvgFJaJLoTA

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Lu Chi stared straight at him.eqTbCAztWHdwAsuJInBBCtohOUAIwZ

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Xie Fengxing’s eyes were breathtakingly beautiful, yet devoid of any emotion—so beautiful they seemed almost artificial, like those of a cyborg.LzNlnpCfsciDpqFqgAzWrixBildCaf

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“If you join my team, I can promise you this: you’ll soar as high as your abilities take you. I can provide all the conditions you need. As long as you have the skill.”lcJSLZfObHwVJVVcdGuklqTlqgAAWr

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“I want to compete in Formula One, win the championship, and become the best racer in the world.”gLxTXnQNJQIILpNoxrGATpHMMhsNbr

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Lu Chi paused, then let out a soft laugh.ofHbDUGyozSfJLnZMAbDGEzyeBFLAt

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“Host, isn’t that a bit too much?” Xiao Ai muttered awkwardly.uNKEuBMfrbDuhyAdiBySldGcHuUMSZ

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Xie Fengxing said, “But I can actually do it.”WIhrEwJQuOklFyVLOhyjIJZLVlvAIr

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“…Fine.”jLQLwpsiRqFtLtJqEJeMHoDgjNAyFC

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Lu Chi looked into his eyes and nodded. “Then let’s work toward that goal together.”rIPKSlZkKlmqLgvdtmcLrdJLHVDMWV

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“The cars I drove today were all modified Speedy Ascent models,” Xie Fengxing said. “Why are you so confident in me?”nLryloPxoQgePdOvaWZsFZHKrrYDmj

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“I don’t know, just a feeling,” Lu Chi said. “Your performance today was genuinely outstanding. The three cars you drove—other racers have driven them too. Yet you were faster than all of them. For some reason, I just have this inexplicable confidence in you.”kRJRFfkZisCYLpQAqltpGhPRtJsisG

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For no apparent reason, Xie Fengxing’s heart suddenly trembled.aXCwTjBaOTLstZlsBEXsFjPShVWkTo

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He felt a peculiar emotion—slightly sour, slightly swollen.tbNNAWzlRNEdXiIAtZCNAddgeHnzJr

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The sensation was so unfamiliar that he didn’t know how to react.RXNvaqpCrwiSsZAwpueHxJClSRPYFY

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“Xiao Ai,” he called.iYdVtSZvWcsqnyNxziZyfNUMYBORQN

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Xiao Ai responded with a soft “Hmm?” and asked, “What’s wrong?”CpyiobZMncLfdvkoDvzkpfVikMPQpR

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Xie Fengxing pressed his lips together slightly and said, “Nothing.”JDBbMqvFjSvsRhEcWIuWuQzgtnRFPj

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Perhaps it was just his imagination.huPPlzeAIsExmNuMcDxlqsvcdUEHKi

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As if a single word of approval from Lu Chi was enough to move him to tears.dGiQReQAWDJYIZTZXbPrsOglfexGUD

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Like some kind of simp.jFAYOgoUJHgVioVsJPoawKtGpoOyfC

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“I feel like you’re grinning like an auntie right now.”VHXrqUIXTIFSqyQwGNmkafClEuCGUZ

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“Your imagination,” Xiao Ai said.MvOxuHGrWoCQdGVnejyMDoanKeiEHA

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Yet Lu Chi was still staring at him—openly, unabashedly.FvlLfxwyNRqUbAOQVbAKCRgpOsexpY

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“Did you know we’ve met before?” Lu Chi suddenly asked.LmogsUxhEeeDFehxFDhPhXRyuolAeh

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Xie Fengxing froze for a moment before nodding. “Yes, a few times.”fAOpgXEZbhVXLvOtJjpVrKjpHtLnxh

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“Sometimes, the way you look at me is like you’re seeing a stranger,” Lu Chi said. “You’ve changed a lot.”HCoKvZIQODwCWSctYCMktdBCSCIliz

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“People change. Everyone changes,” Xie Fengxing replied.uEJAbcmSELQSdYIwzPfQlBkuemDqsa

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Lu Chi studied him with a meaningful gaze. Xie Fengxing remained expressionless, as aloof and detached as ever.IdCWzEAlUYnwVSvZUQwjjYDYVGTZSe

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As if the Xie Fengxing from years ago—the one who had flushed red while chasing after him to ask when he’d return—had never existed.umjlrANcUZIshKJUsLQwSnWvFsbFMm

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Xie Fengxing followed Lu Chi to meet the team’s mechanics. They were busy modifying a white supercar, with several other luxury vehicles parked nearby. One of them had been stripped down to little more than its frame.BevOswehtHLupTqkaFRhKimpdbfLir

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The garage was chaotic, scattered with parts strewn everywhere. Most of the crew were young, their clothes dirty but their faces alight with excitement—clearly people who genuinely loved their work.ZngkxqaNbuPUPMPCPTMswLOBImglwP

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“Racer Xie Fengxing,” Lu Chi introduced him. “He’s one of us now.”vRUBXAfnvYrTwvApJhMrrymgxfRrDQ

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Everyone seemed surprised. Xie Fengxing looked more like a celebrity—pale, slender, almost too pretty, without a trace of what one might expect from a professional racer.cWWeDAwIGCJdrvcCVVVCCmmYZLVzrH

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Xie Fengxing crouched down to inspect the car and asked, “P Zero Trofeo R?”prwoBlTmcJnpPNdLnepuXHlRRiqKsS

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The mechanic blinked in surprise before nodding. “Yeah.”NUXAnDoLwcaHptMSQCijhXnuQfCVza

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“With these, you’ll shave two seconds off your lap time,” Xie Fengxing said.yRTyDgcEyBEsqKXMwwynZpqYLlIqfJ

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“This is a car we’re modifying for one of Boss Lu’s friends. We’ve swapped the tires for PS4S, upgraded the engine, brake pads, rims, and made a few other tweaks,” the mechanic explained. “Once everything’s done, cutting five or six seconds won’t be a problem.”YrHnbcexMxBXHlPmjDEQTdKHJTEBvm

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Xie Fengxing turned to Lu Chi and said, “Sometimes, growing stronger alongside a car—like raising it—feels even better than just switching to a new one.”sVtbnEDwOpoIfBleiNpMEcihorqSwQ

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A new car might be impressive in every way, but it can’t replicate the feeling of shared progress. That’s why so many car enthusiasts are obsessed with modifications.sPmKuCqyZMeUbAMkwzZbqhhDPNkbAG

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Xie Fengxing loved modifying cars too. Men just naturally enjoyed tinkering with these things.RGtIsfPvdrRzXQhZEWnFfKpcPwqMrp

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As he crouched there chatting with the mechanics, his demeanor was calm but his words flowed endlessly—as if this ice-cold beauty had suddenly found the one thing that truly captivated him.fFXPYMQfIvAnNJvHCvZJOAmczfhxAu

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He quickly blended in, and the atmosphere in the garage grew lively. Someone handed him a bottle of soda. Xie Fengxing, still focused on the car’s undercarriage, didn’t notice what it was until he took a sip—realizing too late that they hadn’t given him water, but cola.kOozglOwdZqaOZaPUtuiLALPCLWbmi

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Xie Fengxing took a couple of sips and set the drink aside. After chatting for a while, he glanced back at the cola bottle.XvpjtGdTXvUKqbYgYmNGVAIugZYiDL

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“Don’t like it?” Lu Chi suddenly asked.TdSyTGMiTLvZfjckFAsBmesbOESXhj

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“Hmm?” Xie Fengxing was momentarily startled, meeting Lu Chi’s sharply defined face before shaking his head. “No.”zalQXuCWEphwvrdLGOSXSRVgMnpOWe

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“Teehee.” He suddenly heard Xiao Ai giggle.mUBGfPMSVyQlnfKJGIeYhfOpUoYTKS

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“Laugh at your own fart.”xKskLJJucJjBHdskSPpzdQJsroqEPz

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Xie Fengxing and Lu Chi had agreed that after the Speeding League finals concluded, they would officially announce his joining of the Speedy Ascent Kelly Racing Team.lEjRIEMblLhTNmddeChhwUDyrkmvpv

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It wasn’t until leaving the racetrack that Xie Fengxing remembered Song Yu. He asked Xiao Ai, “How’s he doing over there?”pBrCOXOINCvEsSjtoaRTxkwbWLqYiI

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“Love Value has dropped to twenty.”HCVlpuWAqDiNsggvrMKOcjYmtNOIAG

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“What happened?”qHSgsueITZlDBgysuhPJZnLyLgYaxq

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“He saw Chang Rui’s social media post.”mbNAKxtxTcrEZPUTHzUupKwEuKORnN

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Xie Fengxing had just added Chang Rui as a contact. He opened his phone to check Chang Rui’s feed and saw a photo posted an hour earlier—it showed Chang Rui and Lu Chi standing together in conversation.dFWMbEJDXCQXYCQqmTlbKhwFPRGEHc

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“Why would that make him angry?”KdxrrUzAscTDDoPyYoynzKvOMmnzqk

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“He might be… jealous.”cdzurBSoKOBMCVmphRznSgdlCfKSsz

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“I thought someone as narcissistic as him wouldn’t know what jealousy feels like.”fmYDxjoVVQqqlhqNelyuOOhGpiJnHe

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“That depends on who it’s about. Men he considers beneath him wouldn’t even register as threats. But Big Bro… oh wait, I mean Cousin—he’s lightyears ahead of Song Yu.”gmKLwByRUmWyfzxgLgBsCAOENZlWma

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Xie Fengxing said, “You’ve been making quite a few work mistakes lately.”JktwHWAtRPSMdRzTjVhdPgswJEnECW

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“Cousin, cousin! It was just a slip of the tongue~”EEBDWXTogVfYObPEFBkMoyQEhOyitV

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“Cut the cutesy act.” Xie Fengxing retorted.bhTsCjjsjhhvNTBtOILsYBngelKHme

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