Chapter 10

The result of Gao Xi drinking the magic spring water was not entirely satisfactory, but he was not disappointed either. The superpowers he had hoped for did not appear, nor did the magical abilities he had wished for. Well, that was how it was, and this quickly brought his middle school syndrome back to reality.

However, he was not completely disappointed, because after drinking the magic spring water, his physical fitness had significantly improved in recent days. His strength, speed, and reaction time had all greatly increased.

Of course, it was still within the known human range.

Additionally, his five senses had also noticeably improved, especially his vision. The life spring water had cured his myopia and astigmatism, while the magic spring water had further enhanced his vision.

There was one thing that Gao Xi was most satisfied with: the magic spring water had a body-shaping effect. Although he was not fat before, his physique was not good, with no muscles, just flab. Although it was not obvious when he was dressed, it was very noticeable when he was undressed.

After drinking the magic spring water, his physique had undergone a tremendous transformation in just a few days. Although it was not very noticeable from the outside, it was very obvious when he was undressed. The places that should have muscles had muscles, and the places that should be smooth were smooth. It was simply better than any body-shaping surgery in the world.

He couldn't help but fall into deep thought. If women drank this, would they no longer need breast augmentation surgery?

Indeed, his cautious use of the magic spring water was the right decision; the changes it brought were truly significant.

Fortunately, his appearance did not change, or his parents might not recognize him, which would be a laughing matter.

So, while waiting to go to the United States, Gao Xi would daily make excuses to stay in his room, chatting with his arranged marriage partner on QQ, telling his parents not to disturb him. In reality, he was playing with the six little creatures in the space. Such days were truly comfortable and pleasant.

If every day could be like this, and he had a bit more money, it would be perfect.

It was morning. Gao Xi first took a long-distance bus to the provincial capital, then took a taxi to the airport, without his parents accompanying him.

With so many sheep at home, someone had to stay. Besides, he was not a child anymore; he could handle this.

Since it was his first time flying, Gao Xi was very worried about whether he would get airsick. After all, he was prone to motion sickness, and every long bus ride was a hassle.

Hmm, wait, he didn't feel carsick this time! And he didn't even take any motion sickness medication! Could it be the effect of the magic spring water? No, it should be the effect of the life spring water!

Before boarding the plane, Gao Xi finally realized that he was no longer the same Gao Xi. Although he was still the same person, his body, from the inside out, including his mind, had undergone a complete transformation.

The change in his mind came from the confidence the space gave him, which was very important.

A person's confidence can be easily identified from their behavior.

It was his first time flying, and although Gao Xi tried to remain calm and not act like a bumpkin, sometimes his excitement was just too overwhelming.

"Wow, this is a plane. The cars below look like ants. Hmm? That snake-like thing must be a train. Oh, the feeling of being up high is really great!"

"It's birds, birds flying right next to us. My God, I'm flying in the clouds, and it seems to be getting higher and higher!"

"I can't see what's below anymore; it's all foggy. Is that smog?"

"Haha, I should take some photos and post them on WeChat. No, I heard you can't use your phone on the plane. Never mind, I won't take any to avoid trouble."

"I feel like Sun Wukong, hahaha."

Of course, these were just Gao Xi's inner thoughts. He didn't shout them out, even though he really wanted to. The other passengers were quietly sleeping or reading newspapers, and he was a person with manners, so he couldn't do such uncivilized things.

Thinking back, he had been just as excited the first time he took a train. That was when he went to another province to study, and he had gone alone. The whole journey, he had stared out the window, enjoying the scenery immensely.

The flight lasted about fourteen to fifteen hours, and by the time he arrived at JFK Airport in New York, it was already evening. Gao Xi did not plan to leave the airport. He was very unfamiliar with New York and even a bit afraid, as the New York he saw in movies often had strange and bizarre things happening.

Moreover, the news often reported terrorist activities in New York.

More importantly, he only had less than two thousand dollars, and he had no idea where to find cheap accommodation or which hotels in New York were good. He didn't want to waste money, so he called Dong Chen.

Because he was worried about the high phone charges, he used a payphone on the street.

"Hey, old classmate, come pick me up. I'm at the airport, and I'm starving." Gao Xi and Dong Chen had a good relationship, so he spoke very casually.

"You're here? Okay, wait there. I'll be there in ten minutes." Dong Chen hung up after saying this.

Sure enough, in less than ten minutes, Gao Xi saw a speeding car approaching. It was a Lamborghini, a luxury car. Although Gao Xi was not very knowledgeable about cars, he knew this one was definitely expensive.

He estimated that the car was going about 100 miles per hour, which was quite crazy on city streets.

The car stopped at a temporary parking spot on the side of the road, and a person got out—it was Dong Chen. His hair was slicked back and shiny, as if it had been painted and waxed, even more lustrous than his car.

"Man, you really make me feel inferior. This is the difference." Gao Xi shook his head with a bitter smile. Although he could now afford a car, it would be at most a domestic car worth 50,000 to 60,000 yuan. While it could be driven, it was a world apart from Dong Chen's luxury car.

Dong Chen took off his sunglasses, walked over, and hugged Gao Xi.

"I say, you're wearing sunglasses while driving at night. That's not how you show off, right?" Gao Xi said with a bitter smile.

"Hehe, you don't understand. I only put them on when I get out of the car."

"That's even weirder."

"Alright, let's not talk about this. I'll take you to eat something, and then we'll go home." Dong Chen was a very generous person, and he had always been so in school. Almost all the classmates in his class had benefited from his kindness.

Of course, people had different reactions to Dong Chen's generosity. Gao Xi was grateful and a bit inferior, while some were jealous and even resentful, thinking Dong Chen was showing off his wealth.

Later, something happened: Dong Chen was beaten up outside the school, allegedly because someone thought he was showing off his wealth and had people beat him up.

At the time, Gao Xi had just returned from the internet cafe and quickly took Dong Chen to the school hospital.

Although the injury was not serious, Dong Chen really stopped being so showy after that. From then on, he only invited Gao Xi to his gatherings.

Some people said Dong Chen was afraid, but Gao Xi knew it was not fear but a sense of disappointment.

On the way, Dong Chen did not drive fast. He had been going about 100 miles per hour earlier, but now he was driving at about 40 to 50 miles per hour, mainly to let Gao Xi enjoy the night scenery of New York. Dong Chen introduced Gao Xi to New York, from the famous Wall Street to Broadway, from the Statue of Liberty to Hollywood. It seemed he couldn't wait to share all his experiences in the United States with Gao Xi.

Gao Xi listened very attentively because he felt he might buy some land in the United States in the future and raise livestock. Understanding the local situation would definitely be beneficial.

Dong Chen's home was in Queens, New York, where many wealthy Chinese people lived. Their house was a detached villa, about 800 square meters in size. Although it was not very large, the environment was excellent. Moreover, the area was mostly inhabited by wealthy people, so the security was relatively good.

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