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Guanghai City is located on the southeastern coast of Huaxia and is one of the four major cities, covering an area of nearly 2,000 square kilometers. As one of the earliest cities to open up to the outside world, it has developed into an international financial center, international trade center, and international shipping center over the past thirty years. It is also a hub for information and a base for high-tech industries.
Punan International Airport is situated in the coastal area on the southern bank of Guanghai City, covering more than 40 square kilometers and approximately 50 kilometers from the city center. It is one of the largest airports in the country, with over 300,000 aircraft takeoffs and landings annually, more than 40 million passengers, and a cargo and mail throughput exceeding 3 million tons.
Such a place is brightly lit 24 hours a day, bustling with people and vehicles, creating an extraordinary atmosphere.
When Ancient Sorcerer and Fang Ru walked out of the airport, it was already nine o'clock in the evening.
Looking at the prosperity before him, Ancient Sorcerer felt as if he were in another world—more than three months of fieldwork had made everything seem quite unfamiliar.
“Ancient Sorcerer, let’s go together.”
After loading their luggage onto the bus sent by Guanghai University, Fang Ru turned around to invite Ancient Sorcerer to get on the bus. Fang Ru is a professor at Guanghai University, and he had arranged for the school to send a vehicle to pick them up before boarding the plane. As for Jiang Tiesheng, he was sent directly to the hospital for further examination upon landing.
After hesitating for a moment, Ancient Sorcerer nodded: “Okay, let’s go together.”
An hour later, the bus slowly stopped at the gate of Guanghai University.
The members of the Archaeological Team are mainly from Guanghai University, with a small number from other research institutions, so after arriving here, everyone gradually left in their own directions.
“Ancient Sorcerer, where are you staying tonight? How about I book a room for you at the school’s guesthouse?”
Holding a suitcase in his hand, Fang Ru noted that it was getting late; he decided to leave his larger luggage on the bus and handle it tomorrow.
Shaking his head, Ancient Sorcerer replied: “No need, I’ll find a place myself.”
“Alright then, give me a call later so we can settle this trip's expenses.”
Due to Jiang Tiesheng's illness, this archaeological expedition had to come to an end prematurely. With Ancient Sorcerer's bodyguard mission now complete, it was only natural to settle the remaining half of the expenses.
"Good!"
Watching the Ancient Sorcerer disappear into the crowd with his military green backpack, Fang Ru shook her head. She felt that this younger man was full of mystery. It wasn't surprising for someone from a special forces background to be capable, but it was quite strange that he could rescue Jiang Tiesheng. A sudden heart attack is not just an ordinary cold or fever!
"I need to study this man properly another day."
Lost in thought for a moment, Fang Ru pulled her suitcase and walked towards the school. The most important thing now was to go back, take a hot bath, and get a good night's sleep.
The Ancient Sorcerer did not walk far. After leaving the gate of Guanghai University, he immediately turned right. About five minutes later, he came across a small street—Guanghai Qianjie, which is about five hundred meters long. Both sides of the street were lined with snack shops. Because the prices were reasonable and the food was delicious, it gradually became a popular spot for Guanghai University students to drink and have late-night snacks.
Around ten o'clock, close to eleven, was the busiest time on the food street. Grills were set up in front of the shops, with glowing charcoal and delicious beef and lamb skewers, crispy and spicy chicken cartilage... anything you could name could be found here.
Taking a deep breath, Ancient Sorcerer felt even hungrier. He strode over to an empty table and shouted, "Boss, fifty skewers of lamb and three bottles of beer!"
Ancient Sorcerer was indeed a bit hungry. Once the food arrived, he began to eat and drink heartily!
He ate quickly, like a whirlwind, finishing everything in less than ten minutes.
"Uh~~~"
After letting out a satisfied burp and exhaling a breath of alcohol, Ancient Sorcerer patted his belly, feeling quite content.
"Ancient Sorcerer?"
Ancient Sorcerer looked up and was momentarily stunned. Approaching him was Zhuo Qi, a former classmate.
"Ha! Ancient Sorcerer, it's really you! Even though we haven't seen each other for six years, I recognized you at first glance."
Today is the weekend, but there are many work-related matters to attend to. After finally finishing up, Zhuo Qi went to the food street to grab something to eat, only to unexpectedly run into the Ancient Sorcerer.
Standing up with a smile, the Ancient Sorcerer said, "Zhuo Qi, sit down. How about we have a couple of drinks together?"
Zhuo Qi plopped down without hesitation, grabbing a lamb skewer from the table and popping it into his mouth. While eating, he asked, "Ancient Sorcerer, where have you been these past few years? Still in the military?"
Back in the day, the Ancient Sorcerer was a prominent figure at Guanghai University—he was the top scorer in the provincial college entrance examination, a party member, and he played basketball exceptionally well. If he hadn't joined the army six months later, everyone in his class would probably have lived in his "shadow."
"Ha, I've retired. I'm no longer in the military."
"What?! Why haven't you come back to school? Many of our classmates who went into the military returned to continue their studies after serving."
Zhuo Qi's eyes widened in surprise. As far as he knew, Guanghai University encouraged students to enlist by reserving their student status. After retiring from the military, they could choose any major they wanted upon returning.
It was clear that the Ancient Sorcerer had not returned to Guanghai University to complete his studies after leaving the military.
The incident of being expelled from both military and academic status was handled quietly; neither the commanding officer nor the school officials made a big fuss about it, so not many people knew.
Shaking his head, the Ancient Sorcerer said, "I don't want to go back. Forget about that. By the way, how have you been? I remember our class should have graduated by now?"
Zhuo Qi nodded and replied, "Yes, we graduated two years ago. Time flies! After graduation, I stayed at school and now work as a counselor. It's not exactly great, but it's okay."
Guanghai University is a top-tier university, and it's no small feat for an undergraduate to stay on as staff.
The Ancient Sorcerer smiled and said, "Looks like you're doing quite well."
While speaking, the Ancient Sorcerer clinked his bottle with Zhuo Qi's.
"Well, it's not bad. I'm currently a graduate student, working while pursuing a doctorate, and then I'll become a professor. I guess that's about it for my life."
Zhuo Qi felt a bit smug; it seemed that the Ancient Sorcerer wasn't doing so well—once a prominent figure, he now appeared to be falling behind.
"Yeah, I think that's good. Intellectuals have a high status and decent income; there's nothing better than that."
Putting down the bottle, Zhuo Qi thought for a moment and said, "By the way, there's a class reunion tonight. You should come along."
"No thanks."
Having spent little time in school, the Ancient Sorcerer wasn't particularly close with his classmates, so gatherings held little significance for him.
"Ancient Sorcerer, you need to listen to me. It's been two years since our graduation, and some people are doing quite well. Honestly, I see you're not doing so great either. Let's all get together and see if there are any suitable job opportunities."
"Well..."
"Come on, stop being so wishy-washy."
In the end, the Ancient Sorcerer decided to join Zhuo Qi at the reunion. He didn't really need help from his classmates, but Zhuo Qi insisted on dragging him along for his own good. Unable to refuse such earnestness, he could only comply.
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