After being reborn, the school beauty's entire family knelt down to repent.

"You can come to our school beforehand to take some preparatory courses, which will help you adapt to the pace of university studies. In addition, we can offer you scholarships and bursaries. What do you think?"

Chen Ming's heart skipped a beat; these conditions were indeed very tempting. He asked, "Principal Wang, what are the specific arrangements for the preparatory course?"

Principal Wang explained, "The pre-university program is mainly for students who have won awards in competitions. We will arrange for university professors to provide one-on-one tutoring to help you learn some university courses in advance."

"This way, once you officially enter university, you can adapt to the university learning environment more quickly and achieve better results in your major studies."

Chen Ming thought for a moment and said, "Principal Wang, thank you for your kindness. I would like to ask if participating in the preparatory course will affect my other studies?"

Principal Wang smiled and said, "Don't worry about that. We will arrange the preparatory course time according to your high school studies, so it won't affect your normal studies. In addition, we will also provide you with some learning resources and guidance to help you better balance your high school and university studies."

Chen Ming nodded, having already made up his mind: "Principal Wang, I am willing to participate in the preparatory course and also willing to apply to Shantou University."

Principal Wang was overjoyed upon hearing this and quickly extended his hand to shake Chen Ming's:

"Great! Great! Great! Welcome to Shantou University family, Chen Ming! I believe you will achieve even greater success here!"

Principal Wang was very satisfied with Chen Ming's attitude, chatted with him for a while, and then got up to take his leave.

After seeing Principal Wang off, the principal smiled and patted Chen Ming on the shoulder:

"Chen Ming, do a good job! I believe in you!" Chen Ming nodded with a smile.

After seeing Principal Wang off, Chen Ming hadn't even had a chance to catch his breath when Li Yu rushed over excitedly and put his arm around Chen Ming's shoulder.

His tone was as excited as if he'd won the lottery: "Brother Ming, Shantou University! Awesome! Don't forget your brother when you become successful!"

Chen Ming laughed and punched him lightly: "What are you saying? We're brothers, we'll make a fortune together!"

Li Yu rubbed his hands together, his eyes full of anticipation:

"By the way, Ming, how's the computer thing going? When is the internet cafe going to open? I can't wait to try out the legendary computer games!"

Chen Ming then remembered the internet cafe incident.

I've been busy with the business of the underground shopping mall lately, and then Principal Wang's sudden visit really delayed this matter.

"Sister Li has already ordered the computers, and they should arrive in the next couple of days. Once they arrive, we'll test them out, then renovate the shop, and we expect to open next month."

In class, Chen Ming fell into deep thought.

Once the internet cafe opens, I'll definitely be even busier.

I definitely can't give up the business in the underground mall, after all, it's my biggest source of income right now.

Looks like I need to find a reliable person to keep an eye on things.

This person must be one of our own, and must be quick-witted and able to handle unexpected situations.

Chen Ming's first thought was of his family. His father, in particular, hated dealing with business people.

My second uncle is currently busy with the garment factory, so he's probably too busy to be in two places at once.

My uncle does have a regular job in town, which is quite relaxed, but he's... well, he's a bit stubborn and not very suited for business.

Chen Ming sighed; he really couldn't find a suitable candidate for the time being.

After pondering all the way, just as we were about to reach the underground shopping mall, we suddenly heard a commotion.

He hurried to the entrance and saw a crowd gathered at the entrance to the underground street, pointing and gesturing at a ragged old man.

"Old man, get out of here! Don't get in the way!" a young thug with dyed yellow hair yelled at the old man.

The old man was hunched over, clutching a tattered cloth bag tightly in his hand, his eyes filled with terror.

"I...I...I just wanted to find a place to rest..."

"Take a break? Go rest somewhere else! This is our territory!"

Another thug stepped forward and kicked the old man.

The old man was kicked to the ground, and his tattered bag fell to the side, revealing some shriveled steamed buns and a bottle of murky water inside.

Upon seeing this, Chen Ming was enraged.

He strode forward, grabbed the blond-haired man by the collar, and shouted sternly, "What are you doing?"

The blond-haired man was startled by Chen Ming's imposing manner, but he quickly recovered and retorted, "Who are you? Mind your own business!"

Chen Ming sneered, his cold gaze sweeping over the group of thugs:

"I'm the boss of this underground mall! You're bullying old people on my turf, you're tired of living?"

When the thugs heard that Chen Ming was the boss, they immediately became a little intimidated.

But the blond-haired guy remained defiant: "So what if he's the boss? What business is it of yours if we teach an old beggar a lesson?"

Without saying a word, Chen Ming punched the blond-haired man hard in the face.

The blond-haired man screamed and collapsed to the ground, clutching his face. The other thugs, seeing this, scattered and fled in terror.

Chen Ming walked up to the old man and helped him up: "Grandpa, are you alright?"

The old man stood up shakily, looking at Chen Ming gratefully: "Thank you... thank you..."

Chen Ming picked up the old man's tattered bag and handed it to him: "Old man, where are you going?"

The old man sighed, his cloudy eyes filled with sorrow:

"I...I'm homeless...My wife is gone, and my son...sigh...they just kicked me out. I just want to find a place to rest for a while so I can continue my journey..."

The old man choked up and couldn't continue speaking, tears streaming down his face.

Looking at the old man's destitute state, Chen Ming felt a pang of sorrow in his heart:

"Old man, how about this, if you have nowhere to go, find a place to rest in my underground shopping mall for a while. I'll have someone prepare a place for you."

Upon hearing this, the old man was immediately moved to tears and tremblingly grasped Chen Ming's hand:

"Young man, you...you're such a good person! Thank you, thank you..."

"This young man is really good. There aren't many kind-hearted young people like him these days," an older woman remarked.

"Yes, that old man is so pitiful. If it weren't for this young man, who knows how badly those thugs would have bullied him," another old man chimed in.

"This is a real boss, someone with responsibility! Unlike some people who only know how to make money and don't care about other people's lives at all."

Even a young man couldn't help but admire it.

The crowd was abuzz with discussion, all expressing their admiration for Chen Ming's righteous act.

Hearing the praise around him, Chen Ming felt happy. He helped the old man into the underground street.

Li Yong squeezed through the crowd; he had seen everything that had just happened.

He strode over to Chen Ming and greeted him warmly, "Boss Chen, well done! These thugs are always so arrogant and domineering; they should have been taught a lesson a long time ago!"