In the name of supernatural powers

Chapter 155 Becoming a hero
"Teacher, what I need is a feasible method."

Lu Zhao said expressionlessly, "There's no such thing as a free lunch. The more I accept, the less autonomy I have, which is unacceptable to me."

The old Taoist priest teased, "You can learn from the story of Yingying in the Tang Dynasty. Once you truly obtain the supernatural power to subdue dragons and tigers, you will be one of the best among the warriors. At that time, you can easily start a relationship and then abandon it."

“Master, I don’t like getting something for nothing.”

Lu Zhao had never read the Tang Dynasty novel "The Story of Yingying", but he could roughly guess his master's strange and sarcastic tone.

It's just to make him learn from Chen Shimei, and with his first sword after graduating, he'll kill Lin Xuemei.

He was definitely not capable of doing it. If he had truly accepted the Lin family's Heavenly Divine Power, he would never be able to repay Lin Xuemei's kindness in this lifetime.

Moreover, it's still uncertain whether Lin Zhiyan is willing to pay. After spending several months together, she has marked the price for every step she takes.

You'll have to pay for everything in the future.

Lu Zhao wasn't targeting anyone; he just didn't want to be controlled.

The old Taoist priest shook his head and said, "It's not necessarily something that comes without effort. You can't just come up and receive the Heavenly Gang Divine Power. What if I only give you the mediocre divine powers of the Dragon Subduing and Tiger Taming sequence?"

"You can use it for now. If you can't get a higher-level life bone later, I have a way to change your sequence."

Lu Zhao looked thoughtful. His master's words had changed, and he was no longer sarcastic. He couldn't refute it for a moment.

Supernatural powers can be changed within the same category, and even any power belonging to the same class can be changed.

The higher you go, the fewer supernatural powers you have. By the time you reach the powerful level, there is a fixed number of supernatural powers. If you want to advance, you have to wait for a vacancy to become available or switch sequences.

There are many risks involved, but it is not uncommon in the federal government.

I'll first acquire a high-quality sequence to aid my cultivation; I'll worry about the rest later.

Even if one were to acquire a mid-to-lower level divine ability to avoid being manipulated by Lin Zhiyan, there would still be no guarantee that the sequence would remain vacant, making it even more of a loss.

He couldn't assume Lin Zhiyan was an enemy; that would be somewhat petty.

Having sorted out his thoughts, Lu Zhao nodded and said, "This disciple thanks you for your teachings, Master."

The old Taoist priest laughed and scolded, "I really taught you, but you said you didn't understand. What a waste of your good fortune in love. You'd better be careful in the future, or you'll end up with a tangled mess."

Lu Zhao retorted, "I think Master is overthinking it. I don't crave romance. My career and my path leave me no free time for love and romance."

He's always been this way, from his student days until now; he's always been working incredibly hard. Even with Li Dongxue, he prioritizes safety over feelings.

Rather than maintaining a childhood friendship, it's more important to sever ties and preserve each other's independent personalities.

Lu Zhao has normal emotions and normal human needs. He has thought about love and has sexual desires. But before these things, there is a greater cause waiting for him.

"You're quite cold-blooded, kid. But all those who achieve great things are like that. I'm very pleased with you."

The old Taoist priest looked approving, then stroked his beard and changed the subject: "A Song Dynasty poet once said, 'In youth, one listens to the rain in a pavilion, with red candles dimly lighting the silk curtains. In middle age, one listens to the rain in a traveler's boat, where the river is wide, the clouds are low, and a lone wild goose cries in the west wind.'"

"Your romantic luck isn't about a woman suddenly appearing one day who wants to commit to you for life; rather, it's about entanglements over decades, with twists and turns that are beyond your control."

Lu Zhao remained firm and said, "Master said that so-called fate is both predetermined and uncertain. No one can predict what will happen in the future."

The old Taoist priest laughed loudly: "Hahahaha, I don't need these few decades. I will see that day come."
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August 30th.

An article titled "Eighty People" was published in the Cangwu News. Due to a prominent figure's endorsement, the Cangwu media machine promoted it with full force, quickly causing a stir in all sectors of society.

Lu Zhao's name became known to the entire group of officials within the Nankaido system in just half a day, and began to spread to all levels of society.

Those in the upper echelons who control social resources have keenly received a signal: a new star is about to emerge in the power arena of Cangwu.

Those with influence quickly uncovered what had happened in Fangshi and learned that Lu Zhao had defeated a local city official.

Those outside the system universally praised his heroic deeds.

Sacrificing oneself for one's country is the main theme of the Federation, a propaganda that has been carried out day after day for ten years.

The public has long been accustomed to articles and artistic themes related to this topic. The article "Eighty People" had a great impact, yet remained relatively calm.

Without the explosive speed of internet dissemination, things would naturally be much more peaceful.

Cangwu City.

Many hills in the western part of the South China Sea have been relocated by the Federation's military commanders for land reclamation and further expansion of the land.

Most of the land in the Confederate District was reclaimed from the sea.

Today, the entire East Namhae Province is a vast plain, upon which a steel forest is being nurtured.

Looking around, there are countless high-rise buildings and factories, and only in areas inhabited by Chinese people can you see some green trees.

Other places are left with only highly centralized factories.

Located in Songya Community, Linjiang District, within the city's fourth ring road.

A bus stopped, and then a beautiful young woman carrying two large suitcases got off the bus.

Along the way, a woman who saw her called out, "Xiaotong, what are you carrying so many things for?"

"Good morning, Aunt Zhang. I don't have time to explain to you."

"Would you like me to help you carry it?"

"no thanks."

Without looking back, Lu Xiaotong ran up the stairs.

The Lu family lives here. The house was allocated by the federal government; it's 90 square meters with three bedrooms and one living room.

In today's social environment, living in the core area of ​​Cangwu means that one's standard of living is higher than that of 90% of the people in the Federation.

As usual, Tian Yuanfeng got up to help her mother-in-law wash up and said happily, "Last night, Xiaotong called back and said that Azhao seems to have been promoted and has also met a young woman with a very powerful background."

"He also said that he can go back to work in Cangwu next year."

Luo Xiuhua's hair is completely white, her face is covered with wrinkles, and she is somewhat swollen due to heart disease.

She smiled and said, "That's good."

Tian Yuanfeng couldn't help but complain, "Ah Zhao is just too stubborn, like a donkey. If she had been a little more lenient back then, things wouldn't have dragged on like this."

This is the umpteenth time the daughter-in-law has complained about this.

Luo Xiuhua said helplessly, "If you go out and try to compete with others for half-price deals, they won't give in just because you're a little soft. Back in the countryside, if you backed down, you'd lose a piece of land, and people would want to bully you even more."

Luo Xiuhua fully supports her son's situation.

The Lu family only has one son left, why should he become someone's gigolo? If what her daughter-in-law said is true, that he's become a gigolo for someone powerful and influential, she'll kick Lu Zhao out of the house. She only finished junior high school and doesn't have much education.

But it's clear that Chen Qian is similar to those people in the village who sleep with widows and exploit those who have no descendants; if you take a step back, she'll devour you alive.

"When A-Zhao comes back, don't say these things in front of him, or you'll start arguing again."

"Isn't this just me caring about him?"

"That's called discipline."

Ding dong ding dong ding dong!

The doorbell rang urgently, followed by a clear and melodious voice.

"Grandma! Mom! I'm home!"

"Keep your voice down, you're trying to call back a soul."

Tian Yuanfeng walked out of the room, went to the entrance hall and opened the door, only to see Lu Xiaotong carrying two large leather suitcases outside.

What are you carrying?

"The old clothes were given to me by Sister Lin."

As she spoke, Lu Xiaotong dragged her suitcase in.

Tian Yuanfeng touched the leather suitcase and asked in surprise, "Is this genuine leather? Who is Sister Lin? Why would she give you something so valuable?"

Lu Xiaotong raised her index finger and replied seriously, "I want to become my aunt's person."

Luo Xiuhua came out of the house and asked, "Who is it? It's not that person from school, is it?"

Lu Xiaotong shook her head and said, "She's not that bad woman, she's a very good older sister. She took care of me when I was in my hometown. Her family is extremely wealthy."

She opened her arms, expressing Lin Zhiyan through her actions.

"She has a large house within the Third Ring Road, with a garden and a fish pond, and she needs a dedicated housekeeper and maid to take care of it."

Tian Yuanfeng's eyes widened, and she covered her mouth, asking, "Is it real or fake?"

Lu Xiaotong said, "It's even more real than pearls!"

Luo Xiuhua calmed down a lot, patted Lu Xiaotong's head, and said slowly, "No matter how much money we have, it's not ours. We can only use money with peace of mind if we earn it ourselves."

"Ah Zhao, does he like her?"

"Um……"

Lu Xiaotong pondered for a moment and said, "At least I don't dislike it."

Uncle Zhao was always indifferent to women he disliked. But he could chat and laugh with Sister Lin, so they were at least friends.

At noon, the family was still eating lunch.

Suddenly, there was a rapid knocking on the door.

Tian Yuanfeng went to open the door, and was startled to find the hallway crowded with people.

They were all relatives from the neighborhood, as well as some retired old men.

The neighborhood office director asked, "Are you a family member of Comrade Lu Zhao?"

"What is wrong with me?"

Tian Yuanfeng was a little confused. Lu Xiaotong and Luo Xiuhua, who had heard the commotion inside, also came out.

Just then, a neighbor exclaimed excitedly, "Aunt Tian, ​​your son Zhao has become a hero! The newspapers are full of news about him!"

A newspaper was handed to me, and the front page featured a handsome young man in an officer's uniform. Upon closer inspection, it was indeed Lu Zhao.

Luo Xiuhua and Lu Xiaotong also came over to take a look.

Wow! Uncle Zhao has become a hero!

The neighbors all praised him, saying, "I knew from the start that Ah Zhao would amount to something."

"Ah Zhao is really something this time, he's even on the front page of the newspaper, he's going to be a high-ranking official in the future."

"He's the only one out of sixty-two people to survive. He's bound to get promoted. When the Lu family rises to prominence, don't forget us, their neighbors."

Countless praises overwhelmed the three members of the Lu family.

Because Lu Zhaodi's graduation from the capital city couldn't improve his family's life, his family had been the subject of much gossip.

It's not fair to say that all residents of the community cursed them; most people are good, but there are always a few bad apples.

Tian Yuanfeng would argue with Lu Zhao at home, and she would also get into arguments with people outside because they gossiped about Lu Zhao.

In the afternoon, other reporters from the Cangwu Daily came to the door, along with countless onlookers.

Tian Yuanfeng enjoyed the feeling of being in the spotlight and boasted to reporters.

Luo Xiuhua declined the interview and stayed in her room.

Lu Xiaotong originally wanted to join in the fun, but seeing that her grandmother was alone in her room, she went to keep the old lady company.

Meanwhile, the news also reached the ears of a woman surnamed Chen.

She saw familiar faces and familiar names.

Although I hadn't thought about it for a long time, seeing it again stirred up a surge of immense anger.

She felt challenged; someone dared to disregard her words and promote Lu Zhao.

The woman surnamed Chen immediately used her connections to question major print media outlets, threatening them with Chen Wuhou's name to demand that they remove the reports.

The method that was originally infallible has encountered tremendous resistance today. Major print media outlets did not immediately agree to her request, but instead said they needed to consult their superiors.

But the person she called was the highest-ranking official in the media.

Shortly after, a phone call came in, and a cold voice came through:
"So you're the one who wants to remove my report?"

“I am the daughter of Zhuge Liang, and my father is Chen Yunming…”

The woman surnamed Chen was interrupted before she could even raise her voice properly.

"I don't care which stray dog ​​you are, shut your dog mouth and stop barking in front of me."

After saying that, the phone hung up.

(End of this chapter)