74: If not fists, what can we use? Brains!
Twenty days passed in a blink of an eye.
During this period, Tang Gao did not take on any more four-star missions to trouble himself; he just let his Clone handle one to three-star missions on autopilot, while secretly developing the Black Shadow Clan.
The Sān Yè Cǎo Group Liang City Branch had become a thing of the past; its market share was quickly absorbed by Liang City’s Pharmaceutical Association, and due to the Alchemist of Shennong, a new batch of Alchemists emerged.
The Alchemist of Shennong indeed belonged to the type of person who had three parts talent, three parts effort, three parts luck, one part seriousness, and ninety parts cheating.
But the knowledge in his mind was real.
Knowledge does not lie; you either know it or you don’t.
Violent Justice also gradually became a unique feature of Liang City, often appearing for justice, occasionally being complained about by criminals for overly violent methods, thus incurring quite a few lawsuits, but these were gradually being settled.
Physically settled.
Tang Gao’s cultivation successfully accumulated to thirty-seven years, and simultaneously, due to the development of the Black Shadow Clan, he gained the power to summon the Black Shadow Legion.
General Liu also sent him a gift, deleting all relevant clues to hide some troubles for Tang Gao.
At the same time, the complete set of High Grade Magical Artifacts customized by Venerable Nezha also arrived.
Tang Gao, whose cultivation had advanced to thirty-seven years, which was Late Stage of the second tier, smiled and accepted them.
Using a first-tier High Grade set for a second-tier cultivator still had very good effects.
Wearing this set to the college entrance examination would ensure a smooth journey.
Tang Gao, for once, took a day off for himself and came to General Mountain, looking at the surrounding scenery.
General Mountain, it is rumored that a general once relied on the terrain of this mountain to slaughter many enemies and gain great renown.
Liu Ren lay on the grass nearby, like a dead dog, looking at the scenery down the mountain and said helplessly, “Brother Tang, can’t we go to the park to play and watch pretty Young Misses dance?
What are we looking at here?”
General Feng, as always, sat by his side and kicked Liu Ren, telling him to shut up and properly feel the Dao of heaven and earth.
Tang Gao stood on a rock, watching the scenery below the mountain: “Cultivating the heart and Qi Refining; telling myself not to only use violence to solve problems, this will make me lose a comprehensive perspective.”
Liu Ren was confused: “If not fists, then what?”
“Use your brain.”
Liu Ren was surprised: “Iron Head Skill?”
Tang Gao looked at him speechlessly: “…I taught you about physical gravity, elasticity, friction, decomposition, and pressure for half a month, and that’s how you understand it?”
Liu Ren’s eyes widened: “Isn’t that still using fists?”
Tang Gao didn’t want to talk anymore, turned and walked towards the steps down the mountain: “Alright, let’s go down the mountain and rest at home, the college entrance examination is tomorrow.”
Liu Ren scrambled to his feet, smiling broadly: “As long as we don’t look at the scenery, let’s go, Brother Tang, come with me to the park to see pretty Young Misses! Their dancing is so beautiful!”
“Shut up, you go by yourself, I’m going to study.”
“Oh… alright, then I’ll go home and study too.”
Liu Ren had no choice but to abandon the idea of playing and was forced to study, otherwise, he would have the illusion of being abandoned by Brother Tang.
Tang Gao had just opened the door at home.
He saw his mother standing at the doorway wearing an apron, wiping her hands on it, and smiling gently:
“Son, your mom and dad are off today, what do you want to eat? Mom will make it for you.”
Tang Gao’s lips unconsciously curved upwards, and he smiled: “Mom, you don’t have to work so hard, just a sweet porridge will do.”
His father poked his head out of the kitchen, laughing loudly: “My son is going to the college entrance examination, shouldn’t we prepare a Manchu Han Imperial Feast!”
Tang Gao rolled his eyes: “Liu Ren and I ate out, we really can’t eat anymore. Just make me some sweet porridge and send it to my bedroom, I’m going to study.”
His mother was undecided and looked at her husband.
His father hesitated for a moment, turned off the stove, wiped his hands, and asked seriously: “Son, are you sure you don’t want to eat something better? Will not eating well affect your performance tomorrow?”
Tang Gao shook his head: “No need, my condition has already been well-maintained on weekdays, normal eating is fine.”
His father looked at his wife, signaling her to ask, as he had no more questions.
His mother organized her words and asked with concern: “Darling, then can Mom add some milk, walnuts, red dates, etc.? Mom is worried that you won’t have enough nutrition, and you’re so tired from studying.”
Tang Gao thought about it, indeed, his mother was still more thoughtful: “Then Eight-Treasure Porridge it is, Mom, I’m going to study now.”
“Alright, you go study first. Husband, go buy some Materials, I’ll make Eight-Treasure Porridge, pick good Materials… never mind, I’ll go with you.”
His mother changed her clothes, urged his father to go out with her to buy Materials, completely forgetting the half-cooked ribs in the kitchen.
Tang Gao was slightly speechless, went into the kitchen to cover everything that needed covering, checked that the fire was off, and returned to his bedroom to start studying.
As soon as Tang Gao sat down, Violent Justice emerged from the shadows, holding a textbook, looking helpless:
“Your Honor, I understand you have the college entrance examination, but why do you make me study too?”
The Alchemist of Shennong emerged from the shadows nearby, his face calm: “Study, we are Clones, after memorizing, it will be synchronized with the main body, which counts as strengthening memory.”
Violent Justice was full of complaints: “Is this how Clones are exploited? I’m still multitasking making Black Shadow Clan minions right now.”
The Alchemist of Shennong didn’t even lift his eyelids: “Accept your fate, at least you gained immortal life.”
“Yes, and endless work.”
Tang Gao picked up his book and began to recite, his eyelids slightly raised: “You two seem quite idle, with time to bicker. Do you want to take on a four-star mission, and we can tackle it together?”
The Alchemist of Shennong decisively vanished, indicating he was willing to study.
Violent Justice chuckled twice, then also silently retreated into the shadows, indicating he was also willing to study.
Tang Gao saw that his two Clones had no objections and began to recite.
Tang Gao hoped to achieve everything he wanted through sheer strength.
Soon, his parents returned and carefully prepared a bowl of Eight-Treasure Porridge, bringing it to him.
Tang Gao finished drinking it, continued studying, then took a shower, and went to sleep peacefully, not letting his Clones take on missions, allowing them to rest assured and ensure they were well-rested.
Although the college entrance examination didn't require Fusion with Clones, it was always best to be fully prepared.
The next day.
Tang Gao gathered his admission ticket, ID card, gel pen, pencil, and other items, put them in his fanny pack, and prepared to go downstairs for the college entrance examination.
The examination hall was only a few hundred meters away, which was very convenient.
His parents were dressed neatly and insisted on going to the examination hall with him, which made Tang Gao a bit speechless, but he could only accept his parents’ loving care.
It was just a two-step walk out of the community, his parents really doted on him to death.
As Tang Gao and his parents walked out of the community, they saw a familiar Guardian Bureau car parked by the street.
Liu Ren rolled down the car window and waved desperately: “Brother Tang! Tang Gao! I’m here!”
Tang Gao was silent for a moment, then said helplessly: “Your parents are sending you too?”
Liu Ren laughed loudly: “Brother Tang, hurry! My dad, that old miser, is driving his special car to send me and my brother to the exam today!”
“Slap!”
Liu Ren was slapped on the head, making a crisp sound.
In the driver’s seat, Liu ShouShan withdrew his hand and said with a smile: “Little Gao, sorry to trouble you. Little Ren, get out of the car and walk to the examination hall with Little Gao.”
It felt a bit presumptuous to pick up his child when the other family was walking together.
Originally, he was worried that Little Gao’s parents might be busy with work and unable to send their child to the examination hall.
Now it seemed that Little Gao’s great achievements were largely due to his excellent parents.
They were indeed Mortals, but they were definitely good parents.
Liu Ren’s face instantly fell: “Ah? I finally get to show off, and you’re screwing me over like this?”
Liu ShouShan turned around and glared.
Liu Ren was so scared that he scrambled out of the car door and ran, not daring to stay in the car, cursing as he ran: “Even a tiger won’t eat its cubs! You only bully me because I can’t beat you!”
Liu ShouShan was so angry he didn’t want to speak, he stepped on the gas pedal and drove his second son directly to the examination hall.
Liu Ren poked his head out, shaking his head and sighing: “What an unfilial father, always bullying me, his incapable son.”
“Thump!”
Liu Ren clutched his head, teary-eyed: “Brother Tang, you hit me too!”
Tang Gao didn’t want to explain, he smiled at his parents: “Mom and Dad, you don’t have to worry, Little Ren and I will go to the examination hall together.”
His parents exchanged glances and had no choice but to give up the idea of sending their son to the examination hall.
“Alright, good son, if anything happens, call Mom and Dad, and we will definitely solve it for you.”
“Okay, Mom and Dad, I love you, I’m going to take the exam.”
As usual, the quiet Tang Gao walked in front, while Liu Ren chattered noisily, circling Tang Gao and telling him various gossip and news.
As usual, Tang Gao remained silent, occasionally giving a hum, while Liu Ren laughed happily.
Youth, in the usual passage of time, slowly began to draw to a close.