RBCT Chapter 340 30 Million
Chapter 340 30 Million
After a brief exchange of pleasantries, the banquet officially began.
The melodious music started again, and waiters, carrying trays full of fine wine and delicacies, flitted among the guests like butterflies among flowers.
Lin Qiye did not linger in the circles of those important figures for long.
He took Chu Fengling's hand and walked to a relatively quiet buffet area.
"Have something to eat."
He picked up a plate and put some of Chu Fengling's favorite food on her plate.
Looking at his gentle and considerate appearance, Chu Fengling felt a warmth in her heart and obediently nodded.
"Um."
The two found a seat by the window, enjoying their food while admiring the starry night view outside.
Just then, a gentle female voice rang out behind them.
"Lin Qiye, classmate."
Lin Qiye turned around and saw Liang Zhiyin walking over with a smile on her face, holding a wine glass.
"Teacher Liang." Lin Qiye nodded.
Liang Zhiyin walked to the table where the two sat, her gaze lingering on Chu Fengling for a moment, a hint of a smile flashing in her eyes.
Then, she turned to the side and introduced the young woman beside her, who had been maintaining a polite smile, to Lin Qiye.
"Let me introduce you, this is Secretary Chen from the Municipal Secretariat."
The secretary, Ms. Chen, was dressed in a well-tailored black uniform skirt that accentuated her voluptuous figure. Her face was adorned with delicate makeup, and her every move exuded a capable and efficient charm.
"Lin Qiye, I've long admired your name." Secretary Chen extended his hand, a smile on his face, and gently shook hands with Lin Qiye.
After a brief exchange of pleasantries, Liang Zhiyin sat down opposite the two men, looked at Lin Qiye, and asked with a smile, "How are you? Are you getting used to this kind of occasion?"
Lin Qiye picked up a napkin, wiped his mouth, and calmly replied, "It's alright."
Secretary Chen sat down as well, smiling as he added, "The City Hall has completed all the procedures for your 30 billion credit points reward. It should be deposited directly into your account within a week."
Lin Qiye nodded. That's more like it.
Secretary Chen added, "Furthermore, regarding your contribution in assisting in the slaying of the Abyss Transcendent, the Terra Tribunal has already applied for the 'Medal of Valor' for you."
"Medal of Valor?" Lin Qiye asked, showing some interest.
"Yes," Secretary Chen said, his tone carrying an obvious air of solemnity, "this is one of the highest honors that Terra City can bestow. With this medal, you will enjoy the highest level of VIP treatment throughout the entire 0755 star system."
Just as the group was talking, the lights in the center of the banquet hall suddenly went out.
A spotlight shone on the very center of the stage.
A middle-aged man slowly walked onto the stage.
He picked up the microphone, a gentle smile on his face, and slowly scanned all the guests below.
Good evening, distinguished guests.
His voice, loud and magnetic, instantly attracted everyone's attention.
"Tonight, we gather here to celebrate Terra's continued success in thwarting the Abyss's plot!"
"It's also to honor a young hero!"
He paused, his gaze landing precisely on the corner where Lin Qiye was.
"He is the top freshman at our Galaxy Martial Arts University—"
"Mr. Lin Qiye!"
The moment the words fell, another spotlight shone precisely on Lin Qiye.
In an instant, he became the sole focus of the entire banquet hall!
A wave of enthusiastic applause erupted from all directions.
All the guests wore genuine smiles, their eyes filled with admiration and praise.
Lin Qiye calmly stood up and nodded slightly to everyone.
Chu Fengling also stood up, her face showing a hint of nervousness and excitement. Her usually sharp eyes were now filled with tenderness, as if she wanted to completely melt the man in front of her who was bathed in a halo.
Smiling, she gestured for Lin Qiye to enter.
"Lin Qiye, please come up to the stage."
Lin Qiye squeezed Chu Fengling's hand, and then, under everyone's gaze, slowly walked onto the stage.
The middle-aged man solemnly pinned a medal of honor, made of pure gold and inlaid with dazzling gems, to Lin Qiye's chest.
"Lin Qiye," he grasped Lin Qiye's hand, his voice filled with sincerity and gratitude, "On behalf of Terra City and all its citizens, I extend my highest respect and thanks to you!"
"You are a hero of Terra!"
"Moreover, it represents the future and hope of humankind!"
Looking at the elderly man with gray hair in front of him, and seeing the sincere emotions in his eyes, Lin Qiye couldn't help but feel a ripple in his heart.
He nodded and said calmly, "It's what I should do."
After the simple awarding ceremony, the middle-aged man did not immediately ask Lin Qiye to step down from the stage.
He turned around, faced all the guests, and raised his voice again.
"Ladies and gentlemen, in addition to honoring our heroes, I have another important matter to announce tonight."
His gaze fell on Lin Qiye again, his eyes flashing with an unusual light.
"In order to better nurture the geniuses of Terra City, and to ensure that more outstanding young people like Lin Qiye emerge in our 0755 star system!"
"After joint discussions among the City Hall, the City Guard, the Court, and the Ten Schools Alliance, it was decided—"
He paused, and then spoke each word with utmost clarity and solemnity!
"We will establish a brand new foundation specifically for top geniuses!"
"Hidden Dragon Foundation!"
"And the foundation's first and most important beneficiary is—"
The middle-aged man's gaze once again landed precisely on Lin Qiye, his eyes filled with expectation!
"Mr. Lin Qiye!"
"The funding for our first phase plan—"
"30 billion credits!"
These words caused an uproar in the room!
All the guests in the audience looked on incredulously in shock!
Lin Qiye glanced at the guests below the stage, each with their own unique expression, and instantly understood.
What a brilliant move to "spend a fortune to buy a horse's bones"!
This time, it's the upper echelons of Terra City using these 30 billion credits to buy a reputation for themselves and for the entire city of Terra!
Make Terra City famous for valuing and nurturing geniuses!
This will have immeasurable benefits, both in attracting more promising young people to develop here and in securing more resources from higher-level star systems!
As the first sponsor of this foundation, I will inevitably become famous and completely tied to the future of the entire city of Terra!
This is an open conspiracy.
A calculated scheme that he simply couldn't refuse.
……
In the time that followed, Lin Qiye undoubtedly became the most dazzling star of the entire banquet.
Countless business tycoons, political figures, and celebrities from all walks of life took the initiative to step forward, toast him, and chat with him.
Facing these important figures whom she usually only saw in the news, Chu Fengling felt as intoxicated as if she had been drinking, her face flushed.
The banquet lasted until late at night.
When Lin Qiye escorted Chu Fengling back to her dormitory, Chu Fengling pulled Lin Qiye into the room...