Chapter 70

Regarding the importance and value of gene essence, Sun Yan was of course very clear. He really wanted to obtain a bottle of E-grade repair fluid to cure his father's chronic illness.

However, joining a gene essence research association could earn one 30 credits, which made Sun Yan somewhat skeptical. The credit rewards for joining other associations were only 3 points, while joining the gene essence research association offered a tenfold credit reward.

Seeing Sun Yan's incredulous expression, Mu Tong couldn't help but feel smug: "Of course there are 30 credits. The gene essence research association of the Science and Technology Institute is the highest-ranking association in the entire Difeng Academy. Generally, martial arts students have no chance of joining. But with my help, it's not a problem."

Hearing his best friend say this, Sun Yan immediately beamed with joy: "No wonder you're my brother, with your connections reaching the heavens. Just entering Difeng Academy, you already have such relationships. Mu Tong, my admiration for you is like a surging river, endless and continuous..."

Mu Tong, enjoying these flattering words, nodded: "Of course, we are brothers for life. If I don't help you, who will?"

"What are we waiting for? Quickly take me to complete the association application procedures, before anything goes wrong!" Sun Yan urged impatiently.

A moment later, the two arrived in front of the building of the gene essence research association. Looking at the 100-story building, Sun Yan was amazed and couldn't help but believe his best friend's words.

The offices of other ordinary department associations were all in one building, while the gene essence research association had its own dedicated building. Just the scale of this 100-story building alone could give an idea of the status of the gene essence research association.

"Like the school's law enforcement team, the gene essence research association is the only one of its kind. The threshold for joining the association is even stricter than that of the law enforcement team."

Mu Tong introduced as they took the elevator to the 60th floor and arrived at the association's registration office. The person who greeted them was a second-year senior named Mu Liang.

During the conversation, Sun Yan realized why Mu Tong could introduce him to the association. It turned out that Mu Liang was Mu Tong's cousin.

From Mu Liang's attitude, Sun Yan vaguely felt something strange. Mu Liang always spoke with a hint of respect, as if Mu Tong were his senior.

However, Sun Yan didn't care about these details. Now, he just wanted to quickly complete the association application procedures and get the 30 credits.

The application procedures for the gene essence research association were quite complex. Sun Yan spent half an hour just filling out various forms. According to Mu Liang's explanation, this was already due to connections. If other students wanted to apply to join the association, they would first have to wait for a preliminary review of half a month before they could come to Mu Liang.

"Jump straight to the second review? Connections are really great!" Sun Yan couldn't help but exclaim.

After filling out the thick stack of forms, all that was left was to sign at the end. Sun Yan buried his head and signed his name on each form with swift strokes.

At this moment, the office door was suddenly pushed open, and a male and female student walked in. Mu Tong immediately stopped talking, his eyes shining brightly, fixed on the female student, unable to look away.

This pair of male and female students was a striking sight. The male student was tall and slender, wearing silver-rimmed glasses, extremely handsome, with a refined and elegant demeanor, exuding the charm of a scholar.

The female student, on the other hand, lit up the office. She had phoenix eyes, willow-like eyebrows, a delicate and exquisite face, a small nose, and cherry-red lips. Her figure was well-proportioned, radiating an irresistible allure. She wore a white lab coat, adding to her charming and intellectual appeal.

Such a pair of male and female students would be the center of attention wherever they went, comparable to a golden boy and a jade girl.

However, in Mu Tong's eyes, the male student was quite unwelcome. Anyone seeing such a threatening male next to a beautiful woman would find it jarring.

Seeing this pair of students enter, Mu Liang quickly stood up, greeting them with respect.

"Vice President Yuan, hello!"

"Vice President Zhu, hello!"

Hearing these greetings, Sun Yan couldn't help but look up. Seeing the beautiful woman standing in front of him, he, like Mu Tong, was completely stunned, almost drooling.

The male student, seeing Sun Yan's reaction, frowned, a cold look flashing in his eyes.

Seeing the reactions of these two clowns, a hint of anxiety flashed in Mu Liang's eyes. He quickly signaled to them and coughed loudly.

Sun Yan and Mu Tong immediately reacted. They were quick-witted and immediately understood the situation. They stood up, imitating Mu Liang, and greeted the two with respect, maintaining a humble demeanor.

"Mu Liang, are these the freshmen of this year? Hello, I am Vice President Zhu Feiyan of the gene essence research association."

This girl's voice was as pleasant as her appearance.

From Mu Liang's introduction, Sun Yan learned that the male student was a third-year student of the Science and Technology Institute, an 18-year-old junior调配师, and the vice president of the gene essence association, Yuan Daoliang.

As for Zhu Feiyan, she was a second-year student, a 17-year-old apprentice调配师, equally talented, and also a vice president of the association.

Yuan Daoliang glanced at Sun Yan and Mu Tong, then looked at the application materials on the table, frowning slightly. "Brother Sun Yan, you are a martial arts student in the ordinary department. I didn't expect you to be interested in gene essence调配."

Sun Yan smiled. "Yes, Senior Yuan, in intermediate schools, we rarely come into contact with this knowledge. After entering Difeng Academy, I developed a strong interest in gene essence调配 and hope to join the association to learn more."

"Of course, having an interest is a good thing, and our research association welcomes new members."

Yuan Daoliang nodded, then changed the subject. "However, our gene essence research association is not just for anyone to join. You must have considerable talent in gene essence调配 for us to allow your application. Since Brother Sun is so interested and is a friend of Brother Mu Liang, I'll ask you two questions as part of the interview to join the association."

Oh no, this guy is deliberately making things difficult!

Sun Yan realized the situation was bad. Anyone could see what was happening, but Yuan Daoliang was deliberately doing this to obstruct him. The key was that Sun Yan knew nothing about gene essence调配.

Yuan Daoliang smiled and asked, "The first question: What material is used to make the vessels for gene essence调配? This is basic knowledge for a调配师, very simple."

Sun Yan stammered, unable to say a word after a long pause.

Seeing Sun Yan's awkward situation, a hint of satisfaction flashed in Yuan Daoliang's eyes. He continued to smile and asked, "The second question: What are the four basic techniques for gene essence调配?"

Sun Yan opened his mouth but ultimately shook his head in frustration, indicating he didn't know. It would be strange if he did.

Seeing this, Yuan Daoliang's expression turned cold, and he said indifferently, "Brother Sun, you claim to be very interested in gene essence调配, yet you don't even know the most basic knowledge. I'm only asking the most basic questions because you are a friend of Brother Mu Liang. Any beginner who has slightly touched on gene essence调配 could answer these. Is this what you call a strong interest?"

Sun Yan and Mu Tong looked very upset. They didn't expect to suddenly encounter such a person, making it impossible to join the association.

At this moment, Zhu Feiyan said, "Senior Yuan, I think this brother is very enthusiastic and is a friend of Mu Liang. Let's make an exception and allow him to join the association. Who knows, we might have another talented调配师 in our association."

Hearing this, Sun Yan's eyes lit up. He secretly sighed, thinking how beautiful and kind this Zhu Senior was, such a beautiful and reasonable woman!

"Feiyan, you're not being fair."

Yuan Daoliang frowned. "If we make an exception, more non-specialized students will join, which could easily disrupt the good academic atmosphere of our association. I'm sorry, Brother Mu Liang, but we can't set this precedent."

Mu Liang awkwardly smiled, feeling helpless. He was just a regular member of the association and couldn't possibly challenge Yuan Daoliang's decision.

Zhu Feiyan's lips moved, but she didn't say anything more.

Sun Yan cursed inwardly. He spoke so grandly, as if everything was for the association, but in reality, it was just because he caught a glimpse of this Zhu Senior.

"Brother Sun, as a martial artist, you should focus on cultivation. Gene essence调配 requires talent, and I suggest you don't get distracted."

After saying this, Yuan Daoliang turned and left the office with Zhu Feiyan.

The office door closed, and the footsteps outside faded away. Sun Yan and Mu Tong sat on the sofa, looking at each other and simultaneously cursed, "This guy!"

Mu Tong jumped up, angrily cursing, "Yuan Daoliang, this hypocrite, speaks so well. We just took a glance at Zhu Senior? Using public resources for personal gain, anyone can see that Zhu Senior has no interest in him. This toad is dreaming of eating swan meat!"

Mu Liang couldn't help but smile bitterly. Was Mu Tong just taking a glance? He was practically staring, almost ready to pounce.

Sun Yan looked gloomy and said, "This guy is so petty. I don't mind not getting the application approved, but I'm more worried about you, Brother Mu Liang. Will Yuan Daoliang cause you trouble afterward?"

Mu Liang was taken aback. He had heard about Mu Tong, a martial arts genius. Now, he had even higher regard for Sun Yan.

"Don't worry, I am a formally appointed member of the association. Yuan Daoliang doesn't have the authority to cause me trouble."

Sun Yan nodded, feeling relieved.

Mu Tong, however, looked embarrassed. What was supposed to be a sure thing was ruined by Yuan Daoliang, and he felt humiliated in front of his brother.

"Yan, I'm sorry. If I had those 30 credits, plus the original 10 credits, we would soon have 50 credits." Mu Tong was very apologetic.

Patting his best friend on the shoulder, Sun Yan smiled, "It's just 50 credits! There's still plenty of time. By the end of the term, we'll surely have enough 50 credits."

Seeing the spirited young man, Mu Liang's mouth moved, but he didn't say anything. In fact, the main way for freshmen to earn credits was through joining associations, required courses, and elective courses. On this basis, they could gradually accumulate credits by studying combat techniques and skills in the library.

Sun Yan's situation was very bad. Without the initial credits, it would be difficult for him to earn credits through other means in the future.

The two sat in the office for a while longer, then got up to say goodbye to Mu Liang. Just as they walked out the door, they heard a voice from behind.

"Brother Sun, wait a moment."

Turning around, Sun Yan saw Zhu Feiyan walking toward him. He was taken aback, thinking, "Could it be that I'm having a run of good luck with women recently?"

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