CHAPTER 129: CHAPTER 124: HUMAN NATURE! EXECUTE EVERYTHING ACCORDING TO PLAN

As Fang Yuxin finished speaking, the few students whose names were called had drastically different reactions.

As Liu Haofeng’s followers, Li Qiang and Zhang Lei were in utter disbelief. Hearing their names called for the same team, they could hardly believe their ears. The three of them had actually been assigned to the same group.

As the leader of the trio, Liu Haofeng frowned slightly, a trace of confusion and tension crossing his face. He prided himself on his intelligence, so he refused to believe that this melodramatic assignment was the result of a random selection.

It feels like an invisible hand is secretly pushing this forward. So, what is the purpose of this person or force?

Given the lack of information, even after racking his brain, Liu Haofeng couldn’t figure out the reason or purpose behind the manipulator’s actions.

In contrast to Liu Haofeng’s grave expression, a joyful smile instantly blossomed on Feng Jiaqi’s delicate face. Previously, Feng Jiaqi had been in despair. Just as her relationship with Chen Pingchuan had started to progress, she was faced with the awkward prospect of their imminent separation.

However, just when it seemed all hope was lost, an unexpected opportunity arose. Fate had taken a surprising turn, successfully placing her and Chen Pingchuan in the same group.

We really are a match made in heaven, no arguments accepted. It’s just a pity that awful woman ended up in our group too... Huh? Could the favor Chuanchuan asked of her be related to this practical training mission?

Feng Jiaqi recalled their interaction yesterday. Worn down by her relentless persistence, Chen Pingchuan had briefly explained their relationship. It was a simple transaction. He didn’t elaborate on the details, only telling her that he had spent a lot of money for Ye Luo to do him a small favor.

As for the specifics of the matter, Chen Pingchuan did not disclose them to her, which left Feng Jiaqi feeling a little disappointed. She had wanted to use her usual tactics of relentless pestering to get the full story, but this time, Chen Pingchuan’s attitude was very firm, and the anger on his face was rather intimidating. Consequently, Feng Jiaqi directed all her resentment toward Ye Luo.

Her mind instantly concocted a soap opera spanning dozens of episodes where this detestable woman must have discovered Chen Pingchuan’s secret and was now blackmailing him.

Damn it, what on earth is their deal?

Ye Luo, the target of Feng Jiaqi’s silent complaints, was actually the calmest of them all. Her clear eyes remained placid. She had already learned about the practical training mission from Chen Pingchuan beforehand, so she wasn’t surprised by the official announcement.

Of course, her wariness toward Chen Pingchuan was steadily growing, and she was even beginning to regret her impulsive decision from yesterday.

What secret is this new transfer student hiding? He actually managed to manipulate the team assignments. What is his real goal? Is it really me, or is it Feng Jiaqi?

Ye Luo had also witnessed their intimate behavior yesterday, which led her to this suspicion.

The last member of the six-person team, Chen Pingchuan, sat leisurely on his bench. A faint, calm, and composed smile played on his lips. Everything was proceeding in an orderly fashion, just as he had planned.

Just one last step.

Soon, Fang Yuxin finished announcing the team assignments. After reading the last student’s name, her previously calm expression broke into a smile filled with relief and pride.

"Classmates, the day we’ve been waiting for has finally arrived. Are you excited?"

"Yes!"

The students below laughed happily. This was because after the practical training mission, everyone would get to enhance their four-dimensional attributes by taking an oral gene medicine. The reason they hadn’t taken it in previous years was that extensive experiments had proven that the earlier one takes a genetic enhancement medicine, the lower their ultimate potential. Only by taking the gene medicine after the body is fully developed, once its hidden potential has completely matured, can one reach a higher level as a Genetic Warrior.

"Excellent! This is the first hurdle before your final exam. Pass this, and your futures will be much brighter. If you can become even stronger over the next six months of your studies, your potential will be immeasurable."

"We’ve endured for more than a decade to make a stunning debut and soar to great heights. At this critical moment, you must not let your guard down. I hope to see every single one of you back in this classroom after the mission is complete."

"Alright!"

"Don’t worry, Teacher Fang, we will definitely return safely."

"Yes, yes, Liu Tongxue is right. We’ll definitely be fine."

Replies echoed throughout the classroom.

Fang Yuxin’s eyes grew slightly red. Seeing these teenagers before her, about to undertake missions just like adults, made her heart ache.

Damn this apocalypse! What bastard researched this deadly Black Demon virus?

Naturally, she couldn’t voice these thoughts, so Fang Yuxin suppressed her anger and began to rally the students’ spirits.

"Seeing you all so passionate reassures me. But I must remind you of one thing: if you encounter danger, ask the supervising instructor for help immediately. There is no shame in that."

"I have one last question for you."

"Do you have confidence you can complete this mission?"

"Yes!"

"Alright, you can begin your free activity now. Discuss the choice of practical training mission with your team members. Report to the school’s athletic field first thing tomorrow morning, where a designated supervising instructor will lead you. The rest of the time is yours. Class is dismissed early today."

"OH YEAH!"

Excited shouts erupted from the senior-year classrooms, attracting the attention of the younger students who were studying diligently. These students looked out their windows with envy, but the teachers in their classrooms didn’t stop them, as this was a yearly tradition.

After handing the task lists to the class representative, Fang Yuxin strode out of the classroom, as teachers were not allowed to participate in the students’ mission selection.

With Fang Yuxin’s departure, the students in the class began to gather with their team members.

As for Chen Pingchuan’s team, he was too lazy to seek anyone out. Feng Jiaqi was already sitting to his left, and Ye Luo, remembering yesterday’s deal, unobtrusively came to stand on his right.

This put Liu Haofeng’s trio in a difficult position. As a group of three, they held the numerical advantage, so normally, the others should have come to them. But seeing both Feng Jiaqi and Ye Luo gathered around Chen Pingchuan, they felt that going over to them now would be beneath them.

Liu Haofeng turned his back to Chen Pingchuan’s group.

Damn it! This worthless transfer student, why is he like a persistent ghost, always opposing me? It seems like ever since he came to our class, nothing has gone right for me...

He muttered harsh words, his expression turning somewhat ugly.

However, his two followers beside him didn’t chime in with their usual agreement. This was because just yesterday, all three of them had been warned by Feng Jiaqi. The young noblewoman had taken a fancy to the new transfer student and made it clear she didn’t want to hear another bad word about Chen Pingchuan.

He’s really something else. He’s only been at the school for a few days and has already caused such a stir. Two-timing is one thing, but he even managed to win over the school’s notoriously difficult goddess. This kid is not simple.

Liu Haofeng gritted his teeth as several sinister plots flashed through his mind. However, because of Feng Jiaqi’s protection, he ultimately realized there was no way he could openly act against him. Nurturing a deep grudge, Liu Haofeng forced a fake smile onto his face and, with his two followers in tow, turned to walk toward Chen Pingchuan.