C29 The Two Leaders Tried to Rope Me in

She reluctantly pulled out her phone, while Yang Ling coolly produced his iPhone, offering a slight smile. "Third Aunt, will you be using WeChat or Alipay to pay?"

Third Aunt forced a smile, reminded of the old adage: never underestimate the young and poor.

For years, she had scorned her brother Yang Jianjun and her nephew Yang Ling. Yet now, it was this very nephew who had the clout to compel her to repay her debt.

She feared she'd have to tread lightly around Yang Ling from now on.

In no time, fifty thousand yuan landed in Yang Ling's account, prompting a contented grin from him.

"Ding! You have fulfilled your parents' wish for Third Aunt to repay the loan. Wish Value +1, current progress 5/10."

"Ding! You have thwarted Third Aunt's hope of defaulting on her loan. Attribute Point +1."

This was merely a brief episode. The big boss continued to eat, chuckling, "Yang, with your impressive cooking skills, you could run a restaurant that would leave customers broke!"

Hearing this, Soong Baoyi joined in with a hearty laugh, "If he ever starts a restaurant, I'll be dining there every day!"

The crowd erupted in laughter. Su Qiuxia chimed in with a playful tone, "Chief Soong, aren't you worried your wife will have you kneeling on a washboard for that?"

Her comment sent everyone into an even greater fit of laughter, instantly energizing the room.

After a brief pause, Yang Ling spoke up, "Leaders, there's been something on my mind that I've been meaning to discuss."

The leader responded with a warm chuckle, "Yang, you're our little hero. If there's anything troubling you, just speak up. We'll certainly help you out if it's within our power."

With a wry smile, Yang Ling revealed, "I've registered for the college entrance exams and plan to pursue higher education. Therefore, I'm considering resigning from my duties in the team."

The news briefly caught everyone off guard. The leader smiled, "That's wonderful news!"

"It's commendable that a young person seeks to better themselves."

"With your talents, after university, you could even take the civil service exams and dedicate your life to serving the people!"

Soong Baoyi, with a suggestive nudge, added, "Yang, education is crucial. Have you thought about applying to the police academy?"

Yang Ling was taken aback. He had assumed his resignation would displease the leadership, yet to his surprise, they were extending an olive branch even before he had set foot in college.

His parents were overjoyed. Their son was held in such high regard by the leaders—it was a matter of pride to share with others. And the icing on the cake was that their son had finally decided to pursue higher education, a revelation that thrilled them the most.

Determined, Yang Jianjun resolved to take on another part-time job. He was committed to supporting his son's university education.

"Ding! You have satisfied your parents' desire for you to sit for the college entrance exam. Wish Value +1."

Third Aunt and her sons looked on with wide eyes. Lin Dong let out a scornful snort. He didn't utter a word, but his message was clear:

Do you really think you can make it into university?

You wouldn't even pass the entrance exam for a community college!

Each person was absorbed in their thoughts, while Su Qiuxia's face betrayed a mix of emotions. She wanted the best for Yang Ling, but the thought of him resigning tugged at her heartstrings.

Suddenly, a cry of alarm rang out nearby. The attractive "female reporter" had slipped and was now sitting on the ground, apparently having twisted her ankle.

Lin Dong, who had been preoccupied with the girl, was the first to her side, helping her to her feet.

The girl, seemingly shaken, rattled off a string of grateful words in English after Lin Dong assisted her, leaving Yang Ling and the others momentarily bewildered.

Relieved that the girl was unharmed, Soong Baoyi chuckled and explained, "That's Lee Siyao from our publicity department. She was raised in England and has only recently returned to start working here. She's still not quite fluent in her native tongue."

"That explains her English proficiency," Yang Ling acknowledged, while Lin Dong, eager to impress the leadership, began to engage Lee Siyao in English conversation.