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

Chapter 76 I'm going to cripple you!

"Wu Sheng, Suoguli, how about we train together?" Liu Zhen suggested with a smile. "I think our strengths are about the same, so we can spar and improve our fighting skills."

Wu Sheng shook his head: "I'll pass. During the day I mainly practice body tempering techniques, and at night I work as a sparring partner for others, which I'll treat as training in combat skills."

Soguli also said, "I still need to spar with a few friends."

A strange glint flashed in Liu Zhen's eyes, but his smile remained unchanged: "Alright. If you want to spar with someone, just let me know anytime, and I, Liu Zhen, will be happy to oblige."

Wu Sheng and the others nodded and turned to leave.

However, in the instant they turned around, Zhao Dele keenly noticed—

Behind Liu Zhen, the gazes of Ellis and the others toward Wu Sheng carried a hint of hostility, displeasure, and resentment.

Zhao Dele noticed these unusual emotions, but did not make a fuss about it for the time being.

After Wu Sheng and his group had walked away, Xu Fei, from Liu Zhen's circle, spoke up in a sarcastic tone:

"What are you pretending for? Do you really think you're someone important? Why aren't you training with us? You're acting like you're all alone in the world."

This seemed to start a commotion, and someone immediately chimed in:

"Isn't he a sparring partner for the students at the advanced training ground? No wonder he looks down on us; he's hooked up with someone rich."

"Tch, this kind of country bumpkin who climbed up from the outer city only has these petty thoughts. He tries to lick the boots of anyone who's powerful, but who knows what he'll end up with—maybe they'll just treat him like a dog."

"I've seen plenty of this kind of person. They come from the outer city, and just because they have a little talent, they become arrogant and conceited."

"He only made it to the top four by luck. Who knows how many potential-enhancing drugs he's taken behind the scenes? Maybe his potential is already wasted. Let's see how long he can keep up this smugness!"

"Next time in the tournament, I'll kick him out of the top four!"

The group chatted amongst themselves, their hostility towards Wu Sheng almost overflowing.

The source of this hostility is actually quite simple.

Wu Sheng, though from the outer city, now held a superior position. These people, normally inferior to the descendants of nobles and warriors, but better off than the outer city dwellers—belonging to the middle class, neither high nor low. The emergence of someone like Wu Sheng could very well disrupt their class dominance.

Fundamentally, they are the same kind of people as Xu Fei.

Liu Zhen's deliberate refusal to explain last night only exacerbated the hostility. Wu Sheng's refusal to integrate today only added fuel to the fire.

Hearing these words, Liu Zhen spoke up at the right time to smooth things over: "Alright, alright, Wu Sheng and the other two really have something to do, let's not take it so seriously."

His tone made it sound like he was speaking well of Wu Sheng.

But to the ears of the crowd, it sounded as if it had confirmed something.

"Tch! If he's unwilling to join this time, then even if he wants to join later, we'll just ignore him!"

"That's right! Let him learn a lesson, let him know he's nothing!"

……

the other side.

After walking a sufficient distance, Zhao Dele approached Wu Sheng and whispered:

"Mr. Wu, those guys were looking at you strangely. Did something happen?"

Mr. Wu shook his head: "I don't have any conflict with them."

Zhao Dele frowned slightly, pondered for a moment, and then spoke up: "Wu Sheng, don't blame me for being nosy. I'm not the kind of person who speaks ill of others behind their backs, but you have to be careful—I sense they are somewhat hostile towards you. They have a large number of people and influence, and they have a base and resources in the inner city, so it's best to avoid making enemies."

Upon hearing this, Wu Sheng smiled slightly: "Dele, don't worry. I know what I'm doing."

Seeing his reaction, Zhao Dele didn't say anything more, but simply nodded.

……

That morning, instructors including Tavin arrived at the training ground and presented award certificates to the top eight students.

Tavan's expression was serious as he instructed, "These resources are very precious. You must make good use of them and not waste them. Also, the best science fiction novel in the Cola Novels readers' poll, 'Forced to Grow Like Piglets? But I'm Immune to the Cost!' is at the top! These resources were bestowed upon us by the nobles of the inner city, so when using them, always remember the kindness of these nobles. Understand?"

"Understood!" Liu Zhen and the others immediately responded, "We are absolutely loyal to Yangon City and to the nobles!"

Wu Sheng and Suo Guli were stunned for a moment, but they reacted quickly and said something as well.

Tavin nodded in satisfaction and added, "Good. We will remain loyal to Yangon and to the nobility."

After saying that, they turned and left.

……

At noon, the rewards were officially distributed.

As a double top-four finisher, ranking in both boxing power and ring presence, Wu Sheng received a very generous reward.

Two portions of exotic beast meat, two doses of potential potions.

In addition, there is a daily dose of potential potion and a three-day supply of exotic beast meat.

In addition, there was the training fee Cheng Mingyuan provided—one potential potion every three days.

And the reward from Soguli—one potential potion every two days.

All things considered, Wu Sheng's current resource supply is frighteningly abundant!

"My period of explosive growth in cultivation speed has arrived!"

A surge of excitement welled up in Wu Sheng's heart.

For so long, he has been restraining himself, enduring, and lying low, like a fish lurking in the mud, swimming cautiously, never daring to show its face.

Despite having the original core as his advantage, he remained cautious and took things one step at a time. He had been holding onto that anger for far too long.

Now, with these resources, he will soon be able to break through the seventh level of Body Tempering, and even reach the Martial Artist realm before the end of his training period at the Martial Academy!

Only then can we truly breathe a sigh of relief!

However, just as Wu Sheng was in a great mood—

A discordant voice suddenly rang out.

"Your name is Wu Sheng, right? Are you selling your exotic beast meat?"

Wu Sheng looked up and saw a somewhat familiar face.

The opponent appears to be one of the top eight contestants as well.

Seeing that Wu Sheng remained silent, the man's face showed impatience, and his tone was unfriendly: "I'll offer three potential-enhancing potions in exchange for a piece of exotic beast meat, how about it? You can ask around about this price; it's already the highest price. I heard you know people at the advanced training grounds—let me tell you, even there, it's the same price!"

Wu Sheng looked at him and said calmly, "And then? What do you want to say?"

The man's attitude became even more hostile, raising an eyebrow: "Are you deaf or what? I'm asking you if you're selling or not! Let me tell you, the potential-enhancing potion works on body tempering just like beast meat. Three for one, you won't lose out!"

Before Wu could respond, he added with a disdainful look:

"Judging from your expression, you probably want more, right? Oh well, I knew you'd be greedy like this from out of town. If you don't want to sell, then don't."

After saying that, he turned to leave.

Wu Sheng's gaze changed at that moment.

It became exceptionally calm.

It was calm to the point of being cold.

"You were among the top eight in the tournament?" he asked.

The man turned around, chin raised, and said, "So what if it is!"

"What's your name?"

"Xue Yufeng!" the man said arrogantly. "Ranked fourth in punching power, and in the top eight in ring matches!"

He added, "It's much more impressive than yours, where you didn't even make it to the top four in the third round!"

Upon hearing this, Wu Sheng stood up and grinned at Xue Yufeng.

The smile was faint, yet it sent a chill down one's spine for no apparent reason.

"Very good, Xue Yufeng."