Chapter 5: In My Opinion, You’re the Useless One
Lin Feng entered into the cla.s.sroom on the 30th floor after confirming his fingerprints.
A wide, enormous s.p.a.ce came into view. The brightness of the metal floor was reflected into eyes and the gigantic single-layer, full-height gla.s.s panels allowed one to get a clear view of the school’s scenery. There were genetic nutrient basins neatly set-up, paired with Brain Stimulation and VR helmets; prepared for the students’ 24 hour use, whether for training or for study. Even now, there were several genetic nutrient basins tightly, closed up.
Serial number 32.
Lin Feng slowly walked towards the genetic nutrient basin belonging to him, it was a bit smaller than the one he had at home. Caressing the cold, metal surface, it was both strange and familiar. From the age of 12, he had received his education here. The super-computer had complete courses inside, which allowed one to study while they absorbed genetic fluids.
Obviously, the school had instructors as well, but there weren’t many courses.
Like the saying: “The master will initiate you, but cultivation relies on the individual.”
“Oh! What wind carried our 10th rank genius over?” A sneering voice could be heard. In an imposing manner, Shi Wenlong, dressed in a silver-coloured elemental battle suit, entered with high spirit. His arm was wrapped around w.a.n.g Qian, dressed in red, with her head drooped. Following after them were two of his lackeys.
The two lackeys immediately laughed and started whistling, all the students in the cla.s.sroom turned their gaze over.
They really wanted to know, Lin Feng, with his brain region depth which had degenerated to 5% after two years, how much strength did he have left? Or perhaps… if Lin Feng’s genes really suffered damage like what the rumours said, unable to manipulate his genetic energy, and becoming a cripple.
However, they were destined to be disappointed.
Because Lin Feng simply had no reaction.
“If you have guts, then repeat what you just said!” On the contrary, it was the hot-headed Yang Li who suddenly stepped forth, like an enraged bull.
“What? Is the dog making threats with its master’s power?” Shi Wenlong sneered, and glanced over at Lin Feng with contempt. Clicking his tongue, he sighed and said, “Too bad, your master is just a spineless coward.” With that said, he pulled in w.a.n.g Qian, who was standing by his side, raised her chin and forcefully kissed her; promptly eliciting a wave of wolf-whistles in the back.
Lin Feng looked over, his mind like still water.
Glancing over at the red elemental suit that w.a.n.g Qian had on, he knew that her family’s financial circ.u.mstance would not be able to afford it.
The pure, young girl with the captivating smile from his memories has already grown up.
“Bah! Wretches![1]” Yang Li dared to get angry and dared to speak up. With a sneer, he said, “So you got some money, but in the end, you’re nothing more than a prodigal son. Seriously forgetting your past pains one the wound heals. I say, Toothless Prince, two years ago Ah Feng beat you until you were looking for your teeth all over the floor, did you forget already?”
Everyone in the surrounding was trying to suppress their laughter.
‘Toothless Prince’ was a nickname Shi Wenlong picked up two years ago in the Battle Stadium. In that battle, under everyone’s watchful eyes, got his two front teeth knocked out by Lin Feng; henceforth, earning himself that nickname. However, besides Yang Li, no one has the courage to bring up that shameful incident of Shi Wenlong.
Sure enough, Shi Wenlong’s face immediately ashened, and his eyes became enraged.
“You f.u.c.king looking to die?!” Shi Wenlong shoved w.a.n.g Qian out of the way while his eyes turned completely red. The two lackeys also shouted angrily and charged over.
Lin Feng knit his eyebrows and started to circulate genetic energy around his body.
Even though he didn’t want to cause trouble, but he would not watch his good bro get bullied for standing up for him—most importantly, if Yang Li leaves a mark on his records because of this incident, then it would be a big problem.
Suddenly——
“Stop!” An entire section of s.p.a.ce seemed like it was frozen over by a cold, yet lovely, shout.
The originally heavy gunpowder-like smell disappeared without a trace. Lin Feng’s eyes flickered, and the genetic energy he was circulating immediately scattered. In his view was a valiant looking woman with short hair, wearing a white battle suit; her legs were long, sophisticated, and beautiful. With her appearance, she became like a bright star; the focal point of the room—instantly turning all attention onto her.
Instructor, Yin Rushuang[2]
So strong!
Lin Feng looked towards the instructor, Yin Rushuang, unable to speak. Just a moment ago, he felt a powerful oppressive force—like the feeling of getting marked by a hunter.
This was the strength of an high-ranking genetics warrior.
“What are you doing?” Yin Rushuang’s icy gaze swept over Lin Feng and finally stopped on Shi Wenlong’s body.
“N-nothing.” Shi Wenlong said with all smiles, “Just a greeting, that’s all.” Finished speaking, he gave Yang Li and Lin Feng a severe look, with a ‘wait and see’ expression on his face, and returned to his seat. His two lackeys followed after in succession, not even daring to take a glimpse at Yin Rushuang.
Are you joking? There was once a student who didn’t know good from bad and tried to flirt with Yin Rushuang, in the end…
Not only did one of his legs get crippled, but his ‘third leg’ was nearly crippled too.
The instructor’s prestige cannot be challenged, no one dares to be reckless.
With regards to the conflicts between students, Yin Rushuang never cared about it; it was normal for youths to be full of vigour. As long as they weren’t causing trouble within her field of vision, it was alright. Yin Rushuang took out a pa.s.s-worded case, pressed down her fingerprint and opened it up. From within, fifty bottles of genetic fluid were arranged neatly. The sparkling liquid was reflected in every student’s eyes, Lin Feng also felt his heart stir.
It truly was something that made people thirst and long for.
Lin Feng understood very well that on the market, the price of each genetic fluid was tremendous.
“According to your serial numbers, one bottle each.” Yin Rushuang said indifferently.
The students started to retrieve their genetic fluids in sequence while Yin Rushang was recording everything. Very soon, it was Lin Feng’s turn.
“Two bottles.” Yin Rushuang announced the number, the students below one after another casted over looks of envy–no one would ever think that they received too much genetic fluid. Yet, to Lin Feng, the feeling he has now was no longer the same. Before he was also like the other students, longing every month for this one day. But now…
His mind was very calm.
“I object!” The peaceful atmosphere was suddenly disrupted. Lin Feng turned his head over and his gaze met with Shi Wenlong who had risen from his seat. The latter’s mouth revealed a cold, mocking smile and said, “I believe that the Inst.i.tute no longer needs to waste any more genetic fluids on some 10th ranked trash. Giving Lin Feng genetic fluid is a complete waste, he can’t use it at all!”
“You guys, am I right?” Shi Wenlong with a righteous expression on his face incited the other students.
“Absolutely!”, “That’s right!” His two lackeys parroted in chorus, which caused the other students to start discussing one after another; it did seem to have a bit of reasoning. The originally peaceful cla.s.sroom suddenly became noisy. But in an instant, Yin Rushuang’s icy voice made everyone quickly calm back down.
“From what I see, you’re the useless one.” Yin Rushuang’s ice-cold gaze instantly made Shi Wenlong’s face turn red, leaving him dumbstruck—unable to sit, but also unable to stand. Lin Feng laughed, despite his voice being low, it still entered into Shi Wenlong’s ears, which made it even more unpleasant and frustrating. His handsome appearance suddenly became extremely warped.
“f.u.c.king b.i.t.c.hes, there’ll be a day where I make her ride beneath me. I’ll see if she’d still sound so arrogant when she’s moaning!” Shi Wenlong said with an enraged face, his teeth grinding.
“Exactly, acting all arrogant and proud, what’s so amazing?!”[3] His lackey, ‘Hou Jin’, with a wretched appearance said, full of flattery.
“I say, Monkey[4], after the Boss is finished tasting, it’ll be our turn to get lucky.” The other lackey, ‘Yin Se’, said with his eyes glittering, full of l.u.s.t, while he rubbed his palms. With a look of recollection, he said, “All the girls that the Boss played with before were exceptional, just thinking about it makes my mouth water.”
“You Lewd Snake[5], got your eyes on w.a.n.g Qian?” said Monkey with a sneer.
“How could that be possible…” Lewd Snake laughed awkwardly, but his beady eyes were constantly swiveling around.
A hint of arrogance was seen from Shi Wenlong’s face as he said with disdain, “Each and every one of you are so short-sighted, and unambitious. There’s nothing special about women, if you have money you think you’d be afraid of not having women? You want w.a.n.g Qian? No problem, get rid of Lin Feng and that mutt, Yang Li. Then you can play with that girl to your heart’s content!”
Monkey and Lewd Snake’s eyes suddenly began to glimmer as they became overwhelmed with emotion.
“Boss, you for real?!” Lewd Snake’s breathing suddenly became hurried, there was even a tent pitched in his pants.
“What nonsense are you speaking, when has the Boss ever lied to us!” Monkey said with a glare.
Shi Wenlong snorted with contempt, “Good-for-nothings.” With an image of Lin Feng’s figure emerging, a glimmer flashed in his eyes. A blue vein bulged on his forehead, making him look especially sinister. For him, there was nothing currently that would make him more delighted than getting rid of Lin Feng!
At that moment, Lin Feng was walking along the road with Yang Li.
“Haha, that was truly satisfying!” Yang Li laughed happily, while holding onto his stomach, “Ah Feng, did you see Shi Wenlong’s expression? He was as red as an apple, I died of laughter. Instructor Yin sure is cruel. Just one phrase was enough to make Shi Wenlong, that brat, wish he was dead.”
“Right.” Lin Feng softly sighed.
Instructor Yin was an advanced genetic warrior. Moreover, she had the Inst.i.tute’s backing. Even if Shi Wenlong has money, would he dare to provoke her?
But himself?
At the Inst.i.tute, no matter if he has the ident.i.ty as a “student” to shield himself, in two months he would have to leave the Inst.i.tute. At that time, he would no longer have that protective umbrella. Raising his brain region depth from 5% to 10% can’t be done in one step. Even his big brother had to spend as much as three years.
And cultivating as an ancient martial artist, the speed would be even slower.
In order to enter the City Guards or a sect, it would at least be a couple of years later.[6]
“Perhaps, I should enter the Blazing Sun District Security Guards.” Lin Feng pondered.
Many students who graduate from Blazing Sun District’s Primary Genetics Inst.i.tute would choose to become a Security Guard. After all, it was safe and had its benefits. Most of all, it was close-by.
“But, nevertheless, that Shi Wenlong does have good life.” Yang Li said with a pout, “Messing around the whole day, picking up girls and playing games, but still attaining a 2nd ranked brain region depth by relying on his family wealth. He could very likely enter into one of the Three Big Advanced Genetic Inst.i.tutes; even if he can’t, becoming a genetic warrior is a sure thing. After fusing with even just a D rank Elemental Core, his strength would still leave me in the dust.”
His words carried a bit of loneliness. Lin Feng looked over, but how could he know what Yang Li’s heart was thinking.
Yang Li was not envious, but in his heart he had some frustrations pent up. Even though his talent and hard work exceeded Shi Wenlong, his strength still couldn’t compare.
“Do you still remember what I said to you a month ago, Ah Li?” said Lin Feng as he smiled and took out two bottles of genetic fluid and handed them over, “Don’t give up. There’s still two months before graduation. Give it your best effort. In my heart, you’re a hundred times stronger than Shi Wenlong.”
His pair of eyes opened wide, Yang Li suddenly reacted, “Unacceptable, Ah Feng! How could I take your…”
“Take it.” Lin Feng directly cut off Yang Li’s words and tossed the two bottles of genetic fluids over. The startled Yang Li caught them while fl.u.s.tering. Staring at his best friend, Lin Feng gently said, “Genetic fluid at my place right now is just decoration. Might as well make the best use of it. In the future when you’re capable, it wouldn’t be too late to return it to me then.”
Holding onto the two bottles of genetic fluid, Yang Li’s face was flushed with emotion as he stared at Lin Feng, unable to speak.
“Alright, as a man don’t act so sentimental.” Lin Feng turned his heard around and his gaze fell on that far away cla.s.sroom. Patting the misty-eyed Yang Li, he smiled and said, “Let’s go, accompany me to Blazing Sun’s Martial Plaza.”
“No problem, today everything you buy is on me!”
“Really? I was just missing an elemental battle suit.”
“Ah?”
The figures of the two people slowly disappeared from the Inst.i.tute.
From behind the single-layered, full-height gla.s.s panels, two pairs of sinister-looking eyes peered out.
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