Gao Wu: I'll enjoy the benefits, but you'll bear the side effects.

The mysterious figure flickered only briefly before vanishing completely into the darkness.

In reality, the other party did not use any magical escape technique, but rather fell into a hidden pit by the roadside in a very embarrassing manner.

Gao Jie stood there, only slightly stunned. He was a pragmatic man by nature, so he didn't dwell on it too much.

In his understanding, it was impossible for a human to possess such an abnormally fast speed.

Hou Agui fell hard, slamming into the bottom of the pit like a heavy sack, using up all his strength in the process.

After resting at the bottom of the pit for a while, he finally gritted his teeth, desperately clung to the pit wall with both hands, and struggled to climb up from a slightly sloping spot.

His face was full of confusion and frustration. He really couldn't understand how he could be so unlucky as to fall into this pit without any warning.

As he staggered home, he kept pondering to himself.

When Hou Youcai returned to his spacious but somewhat deserted courtyard, he was in the living room, talking on the phone with a serious expression, discussing complex issues in the business world.

Factors such as recent price fluctuations of goods, changes in the intentions of partners, and the intense market competition.

She saw her mentally challenged son limping back home.

His expression, which had been focused on the phone conversation, instantly turned somewhat displeased. He frowned slightly and spoke with a hint of reproach.

"I thought you wouldn't be back for a while. What on earth were you up to? Why are you only just coming back?"

"Did you do what I repeatedly told you to do? I'm warning you, these situations are very unusual. You'd better handle things properly and don't complicate things, do you hear me?"

Hou Youcai's eyes exuded an undeniable authority.

Hou Agui gave a helpless, bitter smile, his face showing a hint of ingratiation as he spoke.

Despite the excruciating pain in his leg, Hou Agui forced a smile and said to Hou Youcai.

"Don't worry, I've done everything perfectly and there won't be any mistakes. But look at my leg, it's in this state from the fall."

As he spoke, he slightly raised his injured leg. The movement aggravated the wound, and his face instantly contorted with pain, while fine beads of sweat appeared on his forehead.

Hou Youcai had been looking forward to his son's successful completion of the mission and return, but he never expected to see him like this.

His face instantly filled with surprise, his mouth slightly open, and his eyes wide open.

When he slowly and carefully lifted his son's trouser leg, he couldn't help but gasp; the sound was exceptionally clear in the quiet room.

On Hou Agui's leg, a long, gaping gash stretched out, blood still seeping from the wound, and the surrounding skin was red and swollen from the friction of the fall. The severity of the injury was truly beyond Hou Youcai's expectations.

"What happened to you, kid? Honestly, you shouldn't have fallen like this, so why did you have to fall like this?"

Hou Youcai frowned deeply, his eyes filled with heartache for his injured son.

With the test date fast approaching, his son's sudden mishap left him feeling like a cat on a hot tin roof, anxiously wondering what to do.

Seeing his father's reaction, Hou Agui wanted to explain something, but Hou Youcai impatiently stopped him.

Hou Youcai slightly raised his hand to stop Hou Agui from speaking, and then he fell into deep thought.

After a moment, he solemnly reminded Hou Agui.

"Alright, let's leave this matter at that for now. I'll let you know when things get complicated. Don't worry about it too much."

He paused, then repeated it.

"Let's leave it at that for now. I'll let you know if any new problems arise."

His words carried an unquestionable tone, while also revealing the complexity and helplessness in his heart at that moment.

After Hou Youcai finished speaking, he turned around hurriedly and strode out. He was now so busy with the crucial upcoming test that he had no time to think about anything else.

At this moment, Gao Jie and Huang Xu were sitting around a rather simple table in the dormitory.

The group of people looked serious as they discussed something concerning a test in hushed tones, their eyes filled with solemnity and anticipation.

"According to you, this year's test will be very difficult to pass, right? But I haven't found any problems yet. What exactly are you thinking?"

"I always feel that a lot of things are not right now, but in the end, things are just as they are now."

"So, will you all attend the upcoming tests?"

Huang Xu nodded…

"I have to go to this test at least. I've spent a lot of money to buy information from many people and I'm sure this test will affect my future scores, so we have to find a way to solve this problem as soon as possible."

"From what I've learned privately, many senior students from previous years have said that the most important way to win this kind of test is not to fight alone, but to cooperate with each other. The best way is to get to know more people who are preparing to take the test, so that everyone can get together and form a team to deal with those who have ulterior motives."

Hearing him say that, everyone else looked surprised. Forming a team? That's too difficult, isn't it?

Not to mention, having to deal with others during tests is something no one would even dare to imagine.

Huang Xu didn't care what others thought; he looked at Gao Jie in front of him and said...

"Anyway, I've made up my mind now. What are your thoughts on this? We can't just waste time like this."

"I think we need to get things done as quickly as possible. If we waste all the time, we'll really miss our chance."

What's your opinion on this matter?

Upon hearing this, Gao Jie calmly stated his meaning.

"I understand that what you're saying is just the current problem, it's not that simple. After all, you've seen what the problem is now, the situation is too difficult to handle."

"But then again, I'm a little puzzled. How did things get to this point?"

"In short, we all need to be as careful as possible, otherwise, if the problem gets complicated, it will be difficult for anyone to handle."

"Then let's do as you say and recruit a few more people. But it seems like we don't have any more suitable candidates right now, and this behavior is probably cheating. What should we do if we get caught?"

Huang Xu was a bit slow on the uptake, scratching his head for a long time without uttering a sound. Gao Jie stopped arguing with him and got up to leave.

On that quiet night, Gao Jie frowned, pondering repeatedly in his mind, and finally decided to go and have a good talk with Xu Rourou about this thorny issue.

He knew that if the matter was not handled properly and became difficult, the situation could become extremely bad.

Xu Rourou had just finished showering, her long, black hair still damp, casually draped over her shoulders.

She was dressed in a cool and refreshing outfit, simple yet youthful and vibrant, her delicate skin subtly revealed beneath the fabric.

As soon as she came downstairs, she saw Gao Jie standing there, and a hint of surprise flashed in her eyes. The corners of her mouth unconsciously turned up, and she said with a touch of playfulness.

"Why are you calling me so late at night? What's wrong? You seem to be in a real hurry."

Then, she tilted her head slightly, her eyes full of curiosity as she asked.

"Tell me, what brings you here today?"

Upon hearing this, Gao Jie subconsciously rubbed his chin, seemingly pondering how to phrase his words.

After a moment, he slowly spoke.

"It's nothing too important, but I have something I'd like to discuss with you in detail. Is it convenient for you?"

He paused, his expression turning serious, and continued.

"You know about the problems with the upcoming test, right? Huang Xu and I have discussed it in detail, but the results are not ideal, so I wanted to see what you think."

Xu Rourou was a clever and thoughtful girl, and she understood what Gao Jie meant when she heard him say that.

She knew in her heart that this matter was not as simple as it seemed on the surface, and the hidden risks were quite obvious.

If things are not handled well, the consequences will be difficult to manage; but conversely, if they can be resolved successfully, it will undoubtedly be a good thing.

She stood there, head slightly lowered, fingers gently twirling a strand of hair. After considering it seriously for a while, she raised her hand, scratched her face, and said hesitantly.

"Actually, I understand what you're saying, but even if I understand the situation right now, it's still there."

She looked up at Gao Jie, a hint of worry in her eyes.

"I heard this test will affect how we'll be divided into classes later, so I think it's necessary for us to form a team. Does anyone else have any opinions?"

Upon hearing this, Gao Jie shook his head slightly and said with a somewhat helpless expression.

"The others don't seem to have any opinions at the moment, and it seems they have some other plans as well."

He sighed softly, a hint of determination in his eyes.

"But all things considered, things have come to this point, so we have to try our best to find a solution."

He paused for a moment, then continued.

"Currently, our team consists of Huang Xu, you, and me. As for others, I haven't considered that much yet. What do you think?"

As Xu Rourou listened to Gao Jie's words, she nodded slightly, as if she was contemplating some important decision.

After a while, she seemed to have finally made up her mind and nodded gently in agreement.

"I think we should do it your way. Since things have come to this, we should give it our all."

Gao Jie finally got a definite answer here; he had actually considered many possible scenarios before coming.

But the problem is that the current situation is so obvious that he cannot afford to be complacent.

After receiving the answer, Gao Jie planned to turn around and go back.

After all, there are many people walking around downstairs from time to time. With so many people around, it's easy for them to be misunderstood if they stand and talk alone like this.

He didn't want to cause so much trouble for no reason.

But before he could leave, Xu Rourou called him back.

Xu Rourou's eyes held a hint of hesitation, as if she had something else important to tell him.

This made Gao Jie stop in his tracks, looking at her with a puzzled expression.