Journey to the West: Life Simulation of Sun Wukong

The lunch in the inner courtyard was more delicious and nutritious than the dining street in the outer courtyard, and it even contained Spiritual Energy.

Especially the Tai Chi rice, each grain was fuller than those in the outer courtyard, shimmering like diamonds.

Grabbing a cluster with chopsticks and putting it into the mouth, the light sweetness carried a refreshing fragrance, making the taste buds dance joyfully. One could not help but chew hundreds of times before reluctantly swallowing.

"Burp~"

Zhang Manman let out a satisfied burp and, touching her slightly bulging belly, couldn't resist saying, "The food in the inner courtyard is indeed more nutritious than that of the outer courtyard. I'm full after just one bowl of rice, whereas in the outer courtyard, I'd need at least six bowls."

After finishing his meal, Su Jie put down his chopsticks and likewise rubbed his stomach, saying, "Actually, apart from the enriched nutrition here, the most important thing is our number of chews."

"You must have noticed too, because the food is so delicious, it forces us to chew more before we can swallow it."

"And the more thoroughly we chew the food, the easier it is for our stomachs to absorb the nutrients, thus naturally allowing us to absorb more."

Chen Tian Yuzi marveled, "Has Ming Lun considered even this?"

Zhang Manman also sighed, "Compared to the outside world, this place is like heaven."

"Su Jie."

Just then, a man walked up beside him, his handsome face showing a hint of resolve.

"Jiang Wudao."

Su Jie's expression slightly darkened, feeling far from achieving the state of being unmoved even if Mount Tai collapsed before him, "What do you want with me?"

"Nothing much, just came to see you."

Jiang Wudao sneered, "After all, we're going to be relatives in the future; some guidance from me should still be acceptable."

"Sorry, but I currently don't need your guidance. The school curriculum is already enough for me to learn from; I don't have extra time to accept your coaching," Su Jie took a deep breath to calm himself and said slowly.

"Oh, you are quite arrogant indeed, even daring to refuse an invitation from Jiang Wudao."

His presence was felt before his voice was heard.

Not far away, Feng Yuxuan slowly approached, his face bearing a hint of cynical amusement, "But, I like it."

Zhang Manman frowned upon seeing Feng Yuxuan.

This guy, during the tests, was utterly tormenting the freshmen, not a good person at all.

Jiang Wudao glanced coldly at Feng Yuxuan, "What are you interfering for?"

Feng Yuxuan chuckled, "I am a senior after all, why can't I come? Besides, you, a prodigy of the Jiang Family, always so haughty, actually thinking of guiding a new student who just entered the inner courtyard. His life force is just... ah! About 1.7!"

Realizing Su Jie's life force, Feng Yuxuan was astounded, seemingly understanding why Jiang Wudao came over.

No wonder!

Such a prodigy, regardless of his origins, would surely rise like a true dragon and phoenix once he grows.

If this was a decade or more ago, such a talent should either be won over or destroyed early on to avoid future troubles.

But now it's different; Ming Lun encourages competition, but it encourages healthy competition. If someone were to kill potential due to fear of future strength, then sorry, Ming Lun would intervene.

After all, Ming Lun is the greatest among them.

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"Su Jie, right? If Jiang Wudao has any grudge against you, you don't need to worry. After all, Ming Lun's rules have always been fair; he wouldn't dare do anything to you, even though the Jiang Corporation started together with Ming Lun. But when it comes to rules, Ming Lun does not show partiality,"

"Just like Heavenly Dao is impassive, supremely fair and noble."

Feng Yuxuan didn't give Jiang Wudao any face, laughing as he introduced himself, "Let me introduce myself, my name is Feng Yuxuan. If you want, in the future, you can work at Feng Corporation as a general manager with a monthly salary of ten million, and I will provide you with a villa and a luxury car anywhere in Minglun City to choose from."

Jiang Wudao narrowed his eyes, which flickered with a cold light, "Feng Yuxuan, isn't your Feng Corporation in the northern region?"

Feng Yuxuan laughed, "My family also has a branch here. A mere villa or luxury car, we can certainly afford it."

"Thank you for your kind offer, senior, but I have my own plans, and this is indeed a matter between Jiang Wudao and me," Su Jie tactfully declined Feng Yuxuan's offer.

"Oh? Quite proud indeed." Feng Yuxuan's smile faded, and he, too, was a proud person. Issuing an invitation was already giving face to others.

If the other party was unappreciative, he wouldn't say much more, and even felt a bit disgusted.

His personality was inherently greedy, wanting to claim all the fine things of the world for himself; Su Jie was counted among those "fine things," but since he was unappreciative, there was no need to show any more kindness.

Talent might be rare, but it only counts once it has fully developed.

Even under Ming Lun's rules of "healthy competition," he discerned from Su Jie's attire that his entire outfit cost less than a thousand yuan, probably pieced together to afford the tuition for the outer courtyard.

Even though there are many ways to make money within Ming Lun, spending time on that—how could they ever catch up with geniuses like them?

Truly overestimating oneself.

"Heh, Feng Yuxuan, this kid is very confident, yet he didn't appreciate your gesture," Jiang Wudao, with arms crossed, looked down at Su Jie sitting in the dining chair, "Here's a piece of advice for you; you've now offended two families."

Su Jie frowned slightly, "I believe there was nothing inappropriate in what I just said."

"There wasn't." Jiang Wudao, unconcerned about Feng Yuxuan's presence, "But that's just how ordinary people behave. For people of our status, your behavior is regarded as disrespectful."

"You should feel fortunate to be living in this era—"

"Otherwise, you might have to lie in bed for the rest of your life."

Su Jie nodded, "I am indeed very fortunate, fortunate to realize how far I still am from being a gentleman, but on the path of diligent practice, I will never slacken."

Jiang Wudao just watched Su Jie for a while before sneering, "Looking down on us? Wanting to learn to be a gentleman? That's the biggest joke I've heard."

"Without resources like ours, no matter how diligent you are, you can't catch up with us."

Su Jie neither agreed nor disagreed.

As for resources, he was not lacking, because on the Primordial Star, he could use that mysterious breathing technique to bring Spiritual Energy back to reality, nourishing his physical body.

Whether he could catch up or not was another matter.

Seeing that Su Jie no longer said anything, just sitting quietly in meditation, Feng Yuxuan immediately left, while Jiang Wudao said, "Su Jie, I can give you a chance..."

"No need."

Su Jie interrupted Jiang Wudao, "I will strive for opportunities myself, I don't need charity from others, and moreover, my sister will definitely leave Jiang Corporation, and you'd better not harbor improper thoughts about her."

Jiang Wudao lowered his voice, "What if I use extreme measures?"

Su Jie said, "Justice is vast and omits nothing. If you dare to do such a thing under Ming Lun's watch, everything you have gained in Minglun will be lost, as will your family."

"Fine!"

Jiang Wudao, infuriated but amused, "Brave of you!"

Watching Jiang Wudao storm off, Zhang Manman knew Su Jie had a feud with Jiang Corporation, previously thinking it was due to Jiang Wuxing seeking revenge to reclaim face.

But unexpectedly, it was related to Su Jie's sister.

"Your sister works at Jiang Corporation?"

"She was tricked."

"Oh—" Although Zhang Manman did not know the specifics, she somewhat understood, guessing that Su Jie's sister, blessed with unique talents, was targeted by Jiang Corporation, which then used some means to bind her to the corporation.

Although Ming Lun would not tolerate any deceit, the competition among major corporations is generally ignored by Ming Lun as long as no laws are broken.

Or rather, Ming Lun could intervene, but chooses not to.

After all, in this era, life and dignity are already secured, and if one does not strive oneself, one cannot blame others.

"Su Jie, your sister is tied to Jiang Corporation by debt, right?" Zhang Manman said, "How about letting her come to my family's corporation? I could help repay it."

"I trust you, if my sister goes to your place, she'll definitely be better off than at Jiang Corporation," Su Jie sighed, "It's just that my sister also has her pride, she wants to solve her own problems."

"She can accept help from me, her brother, but from outsiders, she doesn't want to owe favors."

"Debts of gratitude are the hardest to repay."

Zhang Manman understood.

If it were just a matter of a couple hundred yuan, lending it is just that, but when the amount exceeds a hundred million—the more significant the figure, the heavier the gratitude becomes.

In fact, she too wanted to deepen the bond of gratitude, which is another form of binding.

But she also chose to respect others' wishes.

This is the foundation of friendship.

As for her being an outsider...

Becoming more than an outsider is simple, just by becoming family with Su Jie.

Considering how outstanding Su Jie was, Zhang Manman felt she wouldn't be at a loss herself.

But Zhang Manman knew that Su Jie didn't dwell on romantic attachments, living a very disciplined daily life and being completely focused in his cultivation practice.

Being friends was possible, she could get along with anyone, and being with him was always pleasant.

But as a lover, as a partner...

People like Su Jie weren't suitable.

To put it another way, such people were not bound by love.

Or rather, his love was impartial, treating everyone equally.

Although the current Su Jie still couldn't achieve this, getting troubled over his sister's issues and angry over Jiang Wudao's mockery, there's no doubt that he was progressing towards that state.

Saintly potential!

Once the three of them had digested some of the food in their stomachs, they got up and left the cafeteria, connected to the Minglun mark, left the Taixu Illusory Realm, and arrived outside Minglun Martial School.

The courses in the external court were almost the same as those in the internal court, also scheduled with half-day classes in the morning and free time in the afternoon.

Thus, Su Jie called up Jos and headed to the Bird's Nest Arena together.

For the following period, Su Jie's life was very regular—

Morning: attending classes, practicing boxing, discussing academia and martial arts with classmates, sharing experiences; Afternoon: coaching Jos, going to the Bird's Nest Arena with Zhang Manman, Chen Tian Yuzi, and Jos to practice boxing, compete, hone his martial skills, while also making some money; Evening: returning to the dormitory, entering the Primordial Star, leading the development of the Xuan Tribe...