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Chapter 72: The Young Man Readies for the World
"Yu Sheng, where are you?"
On the other end of the phone, Zhao Zicheng spoke in a sneaky whisper, his voice pressed low.
"My dad absolutely refuses to let me go to Mo Pavilion Academy."
"He insists that Spirit Martial Academy is the best fit for me."
"He's just jealous, afraid that after I graduate from Mo Pavilion Academy, I might end up being his boss one day!" Zhao Zicheng said resentfully.
Yu Sheng pondered for a few seconds: "Maybe, he's worried you won't graduate."
"Or maybe... you won't pass the entrance exam."
...
Silence fell on the other end of the line, then after a moment: "How could that be, I'm a once-in-a-lifetime genius!"
"Send me your location later, I'll come to you."
"I have to prove to him that Zhao Zicheng, the future unparalleled genius of the human race, can hold a pass alone, unmatched in the whole world."
"Damn, my dad's here."
With the roar of a car engine, Zhao Zicheng abruptly ended the call, leaving what happened next a mystery.
In any case...
About twenty minutes later, a very old-looking SUV pulled up in front of Yu Sheng.
Zhao Zicheng's face was bruised and swollen, not looking particularly good.
Noticing Yu Sheng's curious gaze, Zhao Zicheng gave an awkward smile: "Well... my dad also found out about the power of my awakened item."
"He keeps saying that even old trees can bloom."
"Maybe he could even compete for the deputy city lord if he leveled up."
At this, fear was evident in Zhao Zicheng's eyes, clearly leaving a deep impression over the past few days.
"Actually, with your ability..."
"Surviving isn't too bad."
"If I were your enemy, I might not have the heart to kill you, I'd rather beat you up a bit more."
Yu Sheng thought it over seriously, expressing his admiration for Zhao Zicheng's awakened item.
Zhao Zicheng's face darkened: "I've been beaten into awakening once already, and my stingy old dad even bought a demon core from the black market, deceiving me that it was a hereditary family heirloom, which is now set in place."
"The first crystal's ability is to control not to transmit energy to the opponent during combat."
"It can also enhance the energy output by twenty percent when you guys are hitting me."
"Heh... nice."
Yet, no sign of a smile could be seen on Zhao Zicheng's face, only bitterness.
In his imagination, he belonged to that group who, in fluttering white robes, with a sword in hand, would stand before the Demon-Suppressing Pass, scaring away a million demons.
But now, lugging sandbags, completely lacking offensive capabilities, he had to worry not only about enemies attacking him but also about damage from his own teammates.
Even the look his own father gave him was covetous.
Such agony... tormented.
No, he must maintain the image of a cool and aloof god. Not just anyone should think they can beat him up!
If there is...
They should kneel before him and say...
Zhao Dad, please love me once more!
Hmm...
That thought isn't too bad, actually.
For a moment, a silly smile spread across Zhao Zicheng's lips.
Yu Sheng just stood outside the car, silently watching the rich array of expressions on Zhao Zicheng's face, saying nothing.
He even took a photo with his phone.
His sharp business sense told him, this might... someday be worth money.
"Let's go!"
"Yu Sheng, off to chase our dreams!"
"Roar!"
For a moment, Zhao Zicheng's face was filled with yearning for the future, sunny, fiery, filled with youthful folly, even shouting in the streets.
Attracting the attention of all around.
Yu Sheng slightly shifted to hide behind the car.
"Yu Sheng, what are you doing!"
"Get in the car!"
Zhao Zicheng, completely oblivious, kept shouting.
Yu Sheng stared at the antique car that seemed to have survived many years, somewhat dazed.
"This car..."
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"Can it really run?"
After a moment of silence, Yu Sheng couldn't help but ask.
Zhao Zicheng slapped his chest vigorously: "Oh, don't worry, it's totally reliable!"
Watching Zhao Zicheng's actions, a bad feeling suddenly flashed through Yu Sheng's mind.
"Have you... been in the Reserve Forces?"
He asked suspiciously.
Zhao Zicheng looked puzzled: "Ah? No."
Yu Sheng breathed a sigh of relief.
"But my dad came from the Reserve Forces," Zhao Zicheng added.
Yu Sheng's heart, just settled, tightened again.
Reserve Forces...
A mystifying concept for Yu Sheng, always leaving him with the impression that those who come from there are somewhat off...
Except for Liu Qingfeng.
With his backpack slung over his shoulder, he climbed into the antique car, cringing at the screeching sound of the engine and the choking black smoke it emitted. The car shook violently, and the next moment, it was tremblingly heading out of the city.
Staring at the text on his backpack, Yu Sheng was somewhat lost in thought.
Perhaps...
Was he now also striving towards some goal?
Maybe that's what living is all about.
Moving forward towards goal after goal.
"May you weather a thousand sails, still return as a youth..."
And now...
It should be said...
"Youth, with sword securely belted, steps out... to face the world!"
...
"Where's that little rascal?"
"Found him yet?"
At the Security Bureau, a middle-aged man roared.
Soon, someone hurried in: "Just checked the surveillance, he... he's already left the city."
"That little rascal!"
"He really had to go to Mo Pavilion Academy, does he think he's got too much life to live?"
"Always been a fierce one, wonder who he takes after!"
"Damn it!"
The middle-aged man was furious, banging on the table incessantly, silencing the Security Bureau.
It took a long while before his emotions gradually stabilized.
With a light sigh...
"Perhaps..."
"I really shouldn't restrict his development, he could have a better future..."
For a moment, the middle-aged man felt a sense of loss.
But he eventually couldn't help but grit his teeth: "This fool, doesn't even have a driver's license, that junk car wouldn't pass inspection, and he dares to drive it!"
"Forget it, let fate decide."
He dropped his arms in resignation, looking at the others in the Security Bureau, he instructed: "No need to chase after him, every young eagle must someday spread its wings, everyone must go through some hardships."
...
But what he didn't expect was that the hardships would come so quickly.
Just out of the city.
Not more than ten miles traveled.
Zhao Zicheng had the music blasting, his body moving to the beat, enjoying the scenery along the way, full of vigor.
Then...
The car began to slow down.
And finally...
It broke down.
Looking at the motionless antique car, Zhao Zicheng's face turned dark.
Yu Sheng stood not far away, more convinced than ever of one thing.
In the future...
Never ever mess with anyone from the Reserve Forces!
Not even if they're relatives!