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The night passed in a blur. Ji Feng spent it grueling through the first movement of his training, forced to hold the pose all night under the intelligent system's strictest standards. By dawn, though exhausted, he felt the results. With the bioelectric current's aid, he could now perform the movement effortlessly, no trace of awkwardness.
The system explained that his physical condition was improving rapidly thanks to the bioelectric enhancement. Ji Feng, who had never trained in martial arts or even yoga, was amazed. If such bizarre movements were now within his grasp, the system's claim of turning him into a super agent of the interstellar era within a year felt not just possible but certain.
Filled with excitement, Ji Feng dressed quickly. The intelligent system had changed his life's trajectory. Whether to lift his mother's burdens or to protect himself from bullies like Xu Mo, he had to seize this chance.
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At school, morning reading was in full swing. When Ji Feng entered the classroom, Xu Mo was already there, acting as if nothing had happened. A cold glint flickered in Ji Feng's eyes, but he said nothing and headed to his seat.
In a small place like Mangshi County, without strength or influence, Ji Feng knew he couldn't challenge Xu Mo. Even though he was certain Xu Mo had orchestrated last night's attack, confronting him would only hurt his mother—a risk Ji Feng refused to take.
*"Get stronger, fast,"* he thought, clenching his fists as he sat down.
Zhang Lei slid over, grinning. "Crazy, I heard you escorted our school beauty home yesterday?"
Ji Feng shook his head with a smile. "It's no big deal. Just helping a classmate."
"Tch!" Zhang Lei smirked. "Helping a classmate? Then why aren't you helping Wang Lingling?"
Ji Feng burst out laughing. Wang Lingling, the class's freckled, heavyset "dinosaur," was the last person Zhang Lei would seriously suggest. He was clearly teasing.
"You're ridiculous," Ji Feng said, shaking his head. "Enough nonsense. I'm reading."
Zhang Lei, bored, turned back to his own book.
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The day passed quietly, but Ji Feng stayed on edge, expecting Xu Mo to stir trouble. Surprisingly, Xu Mo ignored him completely, which left Ji Feng puzzled. Xu Mo was infamous at No. 2 Middle School for being petty and arrogant. After last night's failure, why was he so quiet?
Unbeknownst to Ji Feng, Bald Chao had called Xu Mo after the incident, relaying everything. Xu Mo, realizing Captain Yan was aligned with County Secretary Tong Kaide, grew cautious. If Tong Kaide caught wind of his actions, the consequences could be dire. So, for now, Xu Mo lay low, avoiding any overt moves against Ji Feng.
But in his heart, Xu Mo seethed. *"Damn it, I want Ji Feng dead!"* Sitting at his desk, he fumed silently. *"I can't use my dad's influence right now, but I'll make that pathetic nobody regret crossing me."*
Xu Mo's thoughts shifted to Tong Lei, the school beauty. *"If I can win her over, it'll stabilize Dad's position and get me what I want. Two birds, one stone."* But the idea of Tong Lei showing interest in Ji Feng sparked rage. *"I'll deal with him and claim her,"* he vowed, his mind racing with schemes.
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As the school day neared its end, Zhang Lei returned from a break, sneaking back to his seat with a mischievous grin. "Crazy, you hear? Our English teacher's getting replaced."
Ji Feng shrugged. "Mr. Wang's old and not in great health. Teaching a graduating class is tough for him. Changing teachers makes sense."
"That's not the point!" Zhang Lei said, exasperated. "The new teacher's a total stunner. Graduated from Jiangzhou University—beauty *and* brains!"
Ji Feng chuckled, shaking his head. "You're hopeless. She's a teacher, not some fantasy. Focus."
"Pfft!" Zhang Lei grinned wickedly. "A teacher? That just makes it spicier. Teacher-student romance, you know? You in?"
"Get lost!" Ji Feng laughed, shoving him playfully. "Don't drag me into your nonsense." He started packing his bag, ready to head home. His only goal was clear: get into a good university. That was his way out.
"You're such a bore," Zhang Lei muttered, rolling his eyes. Then he perked up. "Oh, you planning to walk our school beauty home again?"
Ji Feng's smile faded. "Nah, I'm not that lucky. Besides, I don't need more trouble. A few more walks, and I might not even be able to stay in school."
"What's that mean?" Zhang Lei asked, confused.
Ji Feng recounted last night's events briefly, ending with, "Right now, Xu Mo's the boulder, and I'm the egg. I'm not dumb enough to smash myself against him."
If it were just him, Ji Feng's fiery spirit might've pushed him to confront Xu Mo, even at the cost of jail. But he had his mother to think about. If anything happened to him, Xiao Sumei wouldn't survive the heartbreak. So, he swallowed his pride.
Zhang Lei's face darkened, his eyes turning icy. After a long pause, he growled, "That bastard dares touch my brother? He's got some nerve."
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*Note: The translation maintains the web novel's engaging tone, simplifying language while preserving the story's tension and character dynamics.*