Being forced to grow like a pig? But I'm immune to the consequences!

Immediately afterwards, the refined-looking man randomly called several trainees out for questioning, including Yan Liang and Wang An. The entire process was orderly and eerily quiet.

Finally, the refined man returned to the center of the training field with Guo Hui and Zhang Yong. He stood still, with Guo Hui and Zhang Yong standing on either side, and the atmosphere immediately became solemn.

Zhang Lin kept his head down, his fists clenched tightly at his sides. His mind was a mess, a turmoil of resentment, grievance, and fear. From beginning to end, he was the one who suffered. He was usually so well-behaved, so why should he bear the consequences in the end?

What did he do wrong?

He gritted his teeth, and a cold, resolute thought began to grow in his heart: If he could get through this by sheer luck... from now on, no matter what the reason or right or wrong, as long as he didn't provoke others, but others made him unhappy, he would make sure they had a really hard time!

The refined-looking man adjusted his gold-rimmed glasses, his voice carrying clearly throughout the room:

"The incident has been investigated and the facts have been established."

"Trainee Liao Xing obtained the potential-enhancing drug that should have belonged to outstanding trainee Zhang Lin through improper means. On the same day, he violated regulations by taking three doses of the drug in excess, resulting in a backlash from the combined effects of the drugs, causing severe damage to his body and leaving him in a coma with serious injuries."

Upon hearing that Liao Xing was seriously injured, Zhang Lin's heart tightened, and he had a bad premonition. His lips turned pale, as if he could already imagine the punishment that awaited him.

However, the refined man changed the subject:

"It is clear that the entire incident was entirely due to Liao Xing's low moral character, insatiable greed, and disregard for prohibitions. He brought it upon himself. Not only did he waste precious potential-enhancing drug resources, but his own foolishness led to a failed breakthrough, leaving him severely injured and on the verge of death."

His tone suddenly turned cold, carrying an unquestionable air of judgment:

"According to relevant regulations and precedents, anyone who maliciously seizes or defrauds the quota resources of outstanding trainees and causes serious consequences shall be executed."

"This judgment is effective immediately."

Dead silence.

Zhang Lin suddenly raised his head, his face filled with disbelief. No...no punishment for him?

The others were stunned, momentarily speechless. They were not only surprised that Zhang Lin was unharmed, but also shocked by the severity of Liao Xing's punishment—direct execution?

Wang An blurted out instinctively, "Execute? Liao Xing... he's going to die?"

The refined man's gaze instantly pierced Wang An like an icicle. His voice remained calm, yet carried an invisible pressure: "Are you questioning the decision of the inner city nobles?"

Wang An turned deathly pale with fright, waving his hands frantically and backing away, stammering, "No, no, no! I wouldn't dare! I didn't..."

The refined-looking man withdrew his gaze, speaking leisurely with a hint of sarcasm: "If you lack talent and still waste potential-enhancing drugs, you're just wasting resources. A piece of trash is a piece of trash."

"In addition, the remaining potential-enhancing drugs belonging to Liao Xing this month will be distributed to the most outstanding individuals."

He then looked at Zhang Lin, "However, those two potential-enhancing potions you received won't be replenished. Consider this a small warning to you."

"Thank you, Inspector." All of this was an unexpected surprise for Zhang Lin.

The refined man said, "No need to thank me. If you want to thank someone, thank the nobles in the inner city. They are truly discerning. With such talent, you must work hard when you go to the inner city to repay the nobles."

"Yes! Definitely!" Zhang Lin nodded vigorously.

"Gentlemen, the matter is settled, I shall take my leave now." The refined man gestured to Guo Hui and Zhang Yong.

"We'll see you off," Guo Hui quickly replied, and together with Zhang Yong, they accompanied the refined man as he left the training ground.

Inside the training field, suppressed breathing and hushed whispers finally returned after a long while. Zhang Lin stood alone, still somewhat dazed, as if he had just woken from a nightmare.

Wu Sheng took in all of this, his eyes deep and unfathomable.

Through Liao Xing's death, he finally saw something clearly.

Clearly, in the eyes of the inner-city nobles, talented people and ordinary people are completely different concepts.

Hiding one's talents is not advisable; revealing some of one's abilities at appropriate times is a better way to protect oneself.

After the incident with Liao Xing, many people naively thought it was a sign of the inner city nobles' enlightenment, but some people knew in their hearts that it was ultimately just because Zhang Lin was exceptionally talented.

In an instant, the status of talented individuals like Zhang Lin was once again elevated in the training field.

In any case, Wu Sheng was happy to see this happen. He was purely an outsider watching from the sidelines, suffering no loss himself, and even gained the potential potion that originally belonged to Liao Xing.

In the fifth test, everyone's performance steadily improved. Mo Han and others only made a small progress in the second level of Body Tempering; Tu Nan and Yan Liang, on the other hand, demonstrated the punching power of the third level of Body Tempering. As a talent of the same level, Wu Sheng naturally did not fall behind, achieving a score second only to Tu Nan and slightly higher than Yan Liang.

Zhang Lin, lacking two potential-enhancing potions, failed to break through to the third level of body tempering in this test, but judging from his punching power, he was only one step away from the third level. Guo Hui and Zhang Yong did not criticize him harshly for this performance.

As the four most talented individuals, the potential-enhancing potions left behind by Liao Xing naturally fell into their hands.

The remaining days are converted into eight doses of medicine, with each person receiving two doses.

"You should all remember Liao Xing's example! Don't use potential-enhancing drugs indiscriminately. The four of you can use them when you break through to the fourth level of Body Tempering," Guo Hui instructed.

Even if Guo Hui hadn't reminded them, none of them would have used it recklessly, since none of them wanted to become the second Liao Xing.

Of course, Wu Sheng is an exception.

[Wu Sheng]: Vitality 17/18 (17/22)

[Body Tempering Level 6: 127/320]

"I don't seem to have any bottlenecks or anything like that. And since the original core is bearing the cost, there's no need to keep these two potential-enhancing agents."

"but……"

After thinking for a moment, Wu Sheng asked Mo Han, "Mo Han, how far are you from the third level of Body Tempering? I have these two..."

Before he could finish speaking, Mohan interrupted him: "Wu Sheng, keep the potential-enhancing potion for yourself. I know my own talent. Breaking through to the third level of Body Tempering in a month is the best I can do. The fourth level is basically impossible, so don't bother."

Mohan wanted to enter the inner city, but he knew his limitations. Giving him those two potions would be a waste.

Mohan sighed, "Now I finally understand why there are different levels of Body Tempering: Level 4, Level 3, and below. It may seem like only one or two levels apart, but the actual difference in talent is far more significant."

Upon hearing this, Wu Sheng stopped trying to persuade him.

However, Wu Sheng did not take the potion in public at the training ground. Instead, he took it twice after meals. Although his core could withstand the effects, his body would still be depleted by the potion, and he didn't want to cultivate on an empty stomach.

[Wu Sheng]: Vitality 17/18 (7/22)

[Body Tempering Level 6: 163/320]

"The primordial core's vitality has dropped to seven points, but it's still within a controllable range." Fortunately, this is in the training camp, where there's usually no danger. Otherwise, Wu Sheng would never have allowed the primordial core's vitality to drop below ten points.

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