Yes, Ying'er is right. Right now, it's just a testing period. I can't fall now—my parents at home rely on me, Ying'er hopes I'll become a god soon! The brothers from Fenghuo Hall also need me. The Long-Feng Hall has been offering me considerable support recently, without pressuring me to immediately conquer the other two major factions. Instead, they've encouraged me to focus on my university studies, and after I finish my studies, I'll take on the black-market rivals then. Zhou Chao is indeed a formidable opponent, but I must never give up—never fall. Even though Zhang Yупing has shown such coldness toward me, I am a full-grown, seven-foot-tall man. Wherever I go, there will always be beautiful women. Old Zai is the ideal man—old Zai must be strong, old Zai must grow stronger, and my determination to become a god must remain unshaken. With this thought, Gao Liang feels much more at ease. At that moment, the three close friends arrive. Seeing their leader now so spirited, they are all delighted. The three friends bring a variety of health supplements—energy-boosting and brain-clearing liquids Gao Liang is more than happy to share these with everyone, since he himself hasn’t relied on these supplements to strengthen his body and mind—he’s upgraded his practice, and his practice has evolved. Gao Liang asked the Black Tiger Clan what recent developments they’ve had, especially after the incident with the Black Tiger banner, which had left the Wind-Flame Hall brothers shaken. Yet surprisingly, his three close friends replied, “Thanks to the good fortune of the leader, everything has been calm and smooth!” Indeed, it was just a minor scare! "Leader! The college entrance exams are getting closer every day! We sincerely hope you’ll excel and achieve outstanding success!" Though the brothers themselves struggle to focus on their studies, they truly look forward to their leader becoming a true champion in all aspects. "Exactly! Our leader is both scholarly and martial—only someone with both talents can lead us to build a new world, a vibrant and dynamic one, making the Wind-Flame Hall truly prosperous and world-renowned!" The three friends echoed in unison. With the support and encouragement from his brothers, Gao Liang now feels more motivated than ever. Yes, I won't lose heart or be discouraged. I've chosen the path of the strong—never letting the emotion of love hold me back. Zhang Yuping! Even if you've been utterly cold toward me, I no longer carry that pain in my heart. From today on, I will face reality with courage. I will endure, and I will strive. It's not yet time to fully confront Zhou Chao. My current priority is to face the Gaokao just like millions of students across the country. Gaoang has a clear goal—unyielding even under immense pressure. Gaoang rises at 4 a.m. every day. For most people, that's utterly impossible. But for me, it's essential—to become a god, to realize my dream of attending university. Every day, I train and study at my peak performance. The next morning, Liu He-gou found a ten-page apology letter on the lectern, filled entirely with one sentence: "From where I fall, I will rise. I don't fear losing. I want to win. I will win." After page 10, the highlight was written in a flowing, calligraphic hand: "I wish to become a god." "That's it! That's absolutely reversed! It's just outrageous!" Liu Heigou slammed his chalkboard eraser hard against the lectern, shouting passionately at Gao Liang in the last row. "Gao Liang, just on the basis of this, I can dismiss you!" "Mr. Liu! Gao Liang has been working extremely hard these days! Only about ten days remain until the college entrance exam! Please give him a chance, Mr. Liu!" A clear, familiar voice rang out. Gao Liang turned to see the class monitor, Zhang Yuping, stepping forward to advocate on his behalf. "Mr. Liu! Every assignment Gao Liang submits is completed on time, and I've secretly tracked the accuracy rate—there's been a noticeable improvement!" came the voice of the study monitor, Dong Jiao. "Incredible! I wake up every morning early and see Gao Liang jogging around the campus every day. Moreover, Gao Liang's dormitory is the last one to turn off the lights!" added the physical education monitor, Xiang Yunfei ... Previously, the students had looked down on Gao Liang with some disdain, but this time, surprisingly, they all began to champion him. Liu Hei-Gou was astonished. Yet, he wouldn't let this pass so easily—he intended to thoroughly undermine Gao Liang. After all, once he received Zhou Chao's "lucky gift package," he had to follow Zhou Chao's lead. With the campus already buzzing about rumors that Fang Bin, the principal, might step down—possibly due to friction with a senior official from Hanhai City—Gao Liang's "backing" had crumbled. With Zhou Chao's powerful support behind me, who could I possibly fear? Hah! I'm going to push Gao Liang out to No. 1 High School. Moreover, since his favored student, Zhang Yuping, began tutoring him, Zhang has suddenly become mentally unwell, as if transformed into a completely different person. This must be Gao Liang's doing. Absolutely, I can't let this student go unchallenged—he's undermined my "great wall"—Zhang Yuping. Liu Heigou’s intimidating face grew even more terrifying. He sharply snapped a pencil in half on the lectern, then rhythmically tapped the blackboard with the large triangular ruler and straightedge, shouting at the entire class: “Hmph! Gao Liang has seriously dragged our class down. In the last comprehensive exam, he came last in the entire school—our class’s face was completely ruined. I couldn’t even look the teachers and students in the eyes in front of the whole school. I’ve had my entire monthly bonus deducted by the administration! All this is due to this underachiever!” In reality, Liu Heigou was making up the story while closing his eyes—Zhang Yuping scored a perfect 100 and ranked first in the entire school, and his bonus was actually doubled by the administration. He said all this not to shift blame, but to direct everyone’s criticism squarely at his so-called underachiever, Gao Liang, whom he always saw as a struggling student. Moreover, Gao Liang, this underachiever, is still being hindered by Zhou Daxiaozhuang, the senior three (3) class student who sent him a red envelope. Zhou Daxiaozhuang's intention is to create as many obstacles as possible in the days leading up to the college entrance exam, so that Gao Liang cannot perform smoothly. Definitely, expulsion won't work—so instead, Gao Liang will be granted a long vacation, not required to attend classes, but still allowed to take the exam. This arrangement is exactly what Zhou Chao desires, and personally, every day seeing Gao Liang absent will make him feel satisfied. With this in mind, Liu Heigu, disregarding everyone's opposition and defying the entire school, announces on the spot: "Gao Liang, I have nothing more to say to you. You are beyond saving! From today on, go home! Ideally, go home and start setting up a stall. Of course, if you wish to take the college entrance exam, I can accommodate that—but I strongly advise you to give it up. If you want to become a god, go home and do it!" "Very well!" To the amazement of the entire class, Gaoang readily agreed. Gaoang took the backpack offered by Wu Shun, noticing Wu's expression of disappointment, and silently signaled to him not to worry. "Haha!" Liu Heigou laughed so vigorously it seemed as if the devil himself had been unleashed. As Gaoang stepped out of the classroom, a clear voice spoke up: "Teacher, I don't want to stay in the classroom studying. I'd rather go home and catch up on lessons!"