The Most Random System-Chapter 513 - 303: Leave the future for the future, seize the present.

Chapter 513: Chapter 303: Leave the future for the future, seize the present.

Lin Li turned his head to look at Wang Ze, questioning with an exasperated expression:

"Seriously, Wang Ze, how did you already start thinking this far ahead? Even Zhuge Liang could only see the top five cards in a deck when observing the stars, but you’re looking directly at the bottom of the pile. What kind of potion is this supposed to be?"

I’ve been thinking far ahead too, but it’s all good stuff.

"It’s understandable; it’s like this during your first love. People always think way too far ahead but never consider whether there’s even a future between him and her."

Behind him, Zhang Haoyang spoke somewhat sorrowfully.

For a moment, the corridor was silent, everyone seemed to have their own concerns—

"Zhang Haoyang, what deep thoughts are you having, you shut-in Xiao Chunan?" Bai Bufan frowned in confusion.

"Damn! Bufan, your words are so damn hurtful! I’m not talking to you guys anymore! Damn!" The window slammed shut.

"Since you’re already thinking this far, Wang Ze, have you thought of the kid’s name yet?" Lin Li continued to tease them, pressing Wang Ze.

"Not yet." Wang Ze shook his head.

Lin Li chuckled, feeling superior once again.

Wang Ze: "?"

Where does this inexplicable sense of superiority come from?

"I really don’t understand you, Wang Ze, you haven’t even started dating, and you’re already imagining the terror of marriage."

Seeing Zhang Haoyang ignoring them, Bai Bufan rejoined the group and shook his head, sighing: "This marriage thing is just like a grenade, thinking about it is terrifying."

"What’s that about?" Wang Ze asked, puzzled.

"Pull the pin, which is the ring, and boom, half of your house is gone. If things go really wrong, you might lose the whole thing."

Bai Bufan mimicked an explosion while explaining.

Wang Ze: "..."

In a sense, that’s indeed true.

"Is it really that terrifying?" Zhou Baowei asked with a smile.

"Isn’t internet public opinion like this now? Damn it, things like marital assault, dowry disputes, gender responsibilities.

Each is more terrifying than the next. Novels need logic, but reality doesn’t.

I was already afraid of women, and now I’m even more scared. I’m even thinking if my parents could start another account so I can let this account be child-free." Bai Bufan rambled on.

"What does child-free mean, Dingding shock?" Zhou Baowei raised his hand.

"...You could understand it that way." Bai Bufan thought about it, intended to refute but found it acceptable.

"I think there is intentional manipulation in the public opinion," Lin Li said sharply: "The boss earned a hundred bucks and then distributed 1.1 bucks to all male employees, 1 buck to female employees.

Then men and women fought fiercely over this 0.1 difference. The men shouted that this 0.1 was well-deserved, the women shouted it was unfair, so no one cared about the boss enjoying the remaining 97.9 bucks."

But before the four could continue discussing rational politics, the bell for pre-class revision rang.

The four headed to the classroom, pulling their far-flung conversation back:

"Wang Ze, you can imagine a beautiful future; I totally get that, but don’t imagine future worries. Isn’t this just senseless worrying?"

Lin Li transformed into a life coach and offered Wang Ze guidance.

"Remember, there’s a phrase called ’seize the moment,’ which means the area below is most reliable."

"So you just need to listen to the voice from below. If it feels good, it’s really good, and that’s enough."

"Remember, combine ’carpe diem’ and ’seize the moment,’ together they become ’seize the moment for revelry,’ that’s the true essence of life."

Wang Ze, Zhou Baowei, Bai Bufan: "?"

"What kind of seizing the moment is this!" Wang Ze twitched his mouth.

"Then tell me if you want the senior to seize the moment." Lin Li calmly countered.

Wang Ze: "..."

Not a buddy?

Faced with Lin Li’s gaze, Wang Ze remained silent, shifting his gaze nervously.

"Don’t play dead, Wang Ze, look into my eyes! Answer me!" Lin Li pressed on aggressively, "Do you want it! Speak up!!"

"...Yes." The spirited young man Wang Ze stood upright.

"See, it clicks instantly. So, do you now know what you should and shouldn’t consider?" Lin Li’s tone immediately softened, patting Wang Ze on the shoulder, feeling some relief.

"Thank you, Prime Minister. You’re so enlightening." Wang Ze raised his thumb, acknowledging with a complex expression.

...

After school.

Lin Li first rode home and then took a cab to Old Friend Road, preparing to hunt the fourth unlucky group.

"Building a safe Xiling is everyone’s responsibility."

But, not having come here for two days, Old Friend Road seemed to have undergone some changes.

As Lin Li got off the car, he saw a huge promotional stand in front of him, with lights shining on the text, making it particularly bright.

Lin Li blinked, sensing an ominous feeling but continued walking towards the interior of Old Friend Road.

"..."

"Oh, damn." Lin Li’s mouth twitched.

The once dim alley now had solar-powered street lights installed on both sides. Although some seemed yet to be connected, several were already operational, with their cold white light illuminating the road clearly.

Along the streetlamp poles, every few hundred meters, besides the new street lights, newly installed dome cameras were visible, some slowly rotating, red indicators flashing rhythmically in the night, very eye-catching.

But the most striking wasn’t this.

The most eye-catching was the newly installed electronic bulletin board at the intersection.

Rolling warnings on it read "Robbery will be severely punished," "Do not break the law," "This area is included in the 24-hour smart monitoring zone, jointly guarding the peaceful Xiling."