Chapter 63: Are you trying to torture him?

"Hey Dalai, is he really reliable?" Chen Shu continued to question, "If even the Spirit Suppressing Bureau couldn't solve the problem, can a guy who sells pork really do it?"

"Reliable? Extremely reliable!" Zhang Dalai didn't doubt it, "He's just working part-time during the summer vacation."

"This is what they call hiding in plain sight, concealed within a pork stall!"

"... " Chen Shu didn't have high hopes, considering it as spending fifty thousand yuan on a large amount of beast-controlling power.

"By the way, come with me to the Beast Control Master Association." Chen Shu suddenly remembered something.

Wang Qian from the Spirit Suppressing Bureau should have posted a task at the association, right?

"Let's go, anyway, I have nothing to do," Zhang Dalai nodded.

The Beast Control Master Association was not far from Xiafei Road, and the two of them decided to walk there.

"Oh, Chen Pi, I'm planning to go to Kyoto in August."

"What are you going to Kyoto for? Sightseeing?" Chen Shu looked puzzled.

"I'm going to take the exam at Kyoto Spirit Chef University."

With those words, Chen Shu's expression changed, "University? You?"

"Yeah, any problem?"

"University is not a problem, and you're not a problem, but when the two are combined, it becomes a big problem."

"... " Zhang Dalai was speechless, "Are you mocking me or insulting me?"

Chen Shu spoke, "You're only in the second year of high school, what exam are you going to take? Even if you pass, they won't accept you."

There are various majors in domestic Beast Tamer University, including Pharmacy, Materials, Medicine, Spirit Cuisine, and more. However, the main major there is still the Combat division. After all, Beast Tamers are born to suppress the foreign dimension, and without combat-oriented Beast Tamers, everything else is futile.

The remaining majors are of auxiliary nature and are not the primary focus of the university. However, there are also some special universities that only offer one auxiliary major. For example, Spirit Cuisine University is dedicated to the study of culinary knowledge, where the ingredients used are from ferocious beasts and specifically used to feed Contract Spirits. Unlike pharmaceuticals, food does not develop resistance. As long as it is consumed consistently over a long period, it greatly enhances the Contract Spirits. Otherwise, the country wouldn't have established universities specifically for this purpose.

"I'm participating in the early admission exam. As long as I pass, I can enter the university ahead of time," Zhang Dali said proudly, displaying great confidence in his culinary skills.

Kyoto Spirit Cuisine University is the top educational institution in the culinary world, representing the elite talents of the society if one can graduate successfully. "Damn, does that mean I'll be the only one left in Nanjiang City?" Zhang Dali exclaimed. If he could pass the exam, he wouldn't have to enter his senior year of high school. He could become a university student right away since Spirit Cuisine University follows a five-year program. Being able to enter early would be the best outcome.

Chen Shu furrowed his brows, suddenly feeling left behind. Zhang Dali said, "But don't worry, you'll come over next year, and then you can directly apply to Kyoto Pharmacy University!"

Kyoto Pharmacy University is also a prestigious institution with a very high admission score requirement. Chen Shu couldn't help but wonder why Zhang Dali had such confidence in him. Just as he was about to ask, Zhang Dali paused and continued, "Of course, I'm talking about its White-Blue Academy."

"???" Chen Shu's mouth twitched.

If any prestigious university is followed by an academy, its prestige is completely diminished. Kyoto Pharmacy University requires over 600 points, while the White-Blue Academy only needs over 400 points. Is that even considered a proper school? And what kind of ridiculous name is White-Blue? Sounds like a mediocre academy, doesn't it?

Chen Shu spoke up, saying, "I will aim for a top educational institution in China, and I can still come to Kyoto."

"Top educational institution? Are there no academies beneath it? How will you take the exam?" Zhang Dali looked puzzled.

Seeing Zhang Dali's innocent expression, Chen Shu just wanted to give him a good beating.

"Stop the thief! Stop the thief!"

Suddenly, someone shouted loudly. A young man was seen running down the street with a bag, and a middle-aged woman was chasing after him. It was evident that the two were getting closer.

"Who dares to get in my way? I'll kill them!" Li Hua's voice sounded fierce, and pedestrians quickly made way, not daring to get involved.

Options appeared before Chen Shu once again.

[Option 1: Act decisively, catch the thief, reward: a small amount of Beast Taming Power.]

[Option 2: Turn a blind eye, blend in as a bystander, reward: Disguise Potion.]

[Option 3: Shout loudly, "Go! Go!" and encourage the crowd to make way, reward: Earn the title 'Sinister Cheerleader,' equipped effect: Speed +20% for Contract Spirits with an evil personality, Speed -20% for Contract Spirits with a good personality.]

[Option 4: Run alongside the thief, maintaining the same pace. Reward: Unlock a new Bestiary entry: Burst Speed Elixir.]

Chen Shu hesitated for a moment, quickly ruling out the first three options, especially the extravagant third option. He pushed them aside and swiftly ran in the direction of the thief.

Zhang Dali, not one to be outdone, matched his pace. Both of them had excellent physical abilities, and their sprint resembled a tornado.

Now that the thief was alone and unarmed, dealing with him would be a piece of cake for the two of them. The thief glanced back and saw them relentlessly chasing him, causing his heart to sink.

"Are they not afraid of death? Come and try!" Li Hua tried to put on a fierce expression, hoping to intimidate them.

However, it had no effect whatsoever.

"Let's give it a try!" Chen Shu's and Zhang Dali's speed increased once again.

As they closed in on the thief, the rest of the onlookers cheered, lacking the courage to be heroes themselves but still voicing their support.

"Damn, why am I so unlucky!" Li Hua inwardly lamented, realizing that he was about to spend a few days in jail once again.

Chen Shu made a sudden sprint and finally ran side by side with the thief.

"I'll give you the bag, just stop chasing me," Li Hua gritted his teeth. Both Chen Shu and Zhang Dali had imposing physiques, and he knew he couldn't defeat them.

However, Chen Shu did not accept the bag. Instead, he let it fall to the ground. He didn't speak or make any move, just maintained his running posture, always staying in line with Li Hua.

"Chen Pi..." Zhang Dali caught up at this moment, but he saw Chen Shu's indifferent expression and couldn't understand.

Chen Shu shook his head, running side by side with Li Hua.

"You want to torture him, huh? I like it!" Zhang Dali thought to himself, a wicked smile forming on his lips.

The two of them sandwiched the thief in the middle, and the three of them ran in a neat line through the street.

At this moment, pedestrians were confused, and the bewildered middle-aged woman who had lost her bag was also perplexed. What was happening?

But the most confused person was Li Hua. After working in this field for years, he had never encountered such a bizarre situation.

"Either catch me or let me go. What are you doing now? Treating me as a running partner? Can't you show some respect?"