Du Cheng was taken aback and couldn’t help but ask, “Isn’t the War God Academy part of the Church?”
“Yes, it is, but the headmaster of the War God Academy holds the same rank as the Pope, and we have no authority over them! And…” Mars suddenly slapped his own face twice, “This mouth of mine is still too loose. Kid, you haven’t earned my full trust yet, so I can’t tell you too many secrets! Just one thing: when you get to the academy, anything strange you see or hear—just report it to our Law God Temple. Will you do it?”
Isn’t this basically espionage?
Espionage is a job with extreme risks…
Du Cheng was about to respond when Mars added, “You don’t have any combat aura, right? So, you won’t pass the War God Academy’s mid-term or final exams. You’ll be expelled before long. But as long as you help me, I’ll make sure you pass every exam!”
Du Cheng thought for a moment and then asked, “Is there any danger?”
“The War God Academy and the Church may not get along, but they’re still part of the same faction. Even if they catch you, as long as you haven’t done anything too outrageous, they’ll just expel you!” Mars said casually.
Exchanging intelligence for passing the exams… This deal wasn’t so bad!
“Alright, I agree. So, what do I need to do specifically?”
Mars didn’t say much more. He pulled out a parchment and tossed it onto the table. “Once you’re in the academy, someone from the Law God Temple will contact you. Today’s done; I’ll get in touch with you if needed. Here’s your exam result. Just fill in whatever score you want!”
Du Cheng picked up the quill from the table, quickly wrote a perfect score, and handed it back to Mars. “By the way, how should I address you from now on?”
“Just call me ‘boss.’ Everyone in the Law God Temple does,” Mars replied casually.
After finalizing a few more details about the charity work, Du Cheng left the cathedral.
Outside, many examinees had already come out, but they hadn’t dispersed. The Church’s efficiency was extremely high, so it wouldn’t be long before the results were posted. Everyone was waiting in the square for their scores.
Steve was also waiting in the square. Aliza stood by his side. As soon as Du Cheng emerged, Steve called out, “Hey, Francis, over here!”
“What did the examiners ask you? Why did it take so long?” Steve asked casually.
Your brother just became the Jinyiwei of the War God world!
This thought crossed Du Cheng’s mind as he recalled Mars’ instructions. The Law God Temple was one of the Church’s hidden factions, and its members were confidential, so Du Cheng made up a few vague answers to brush off Steve’s questions. He then asked, “Has second brother come out yet?”
“He came out a while ago!” Steve smiled. “That guy said he was sure he passed and didn’t need to wait for the results, so he went home already.”
Du Cheng smiled and looked back at the Saint John Cathedral in the fading light of the sunset. The exam, which had lasted for days, was finally over. He hadn’t expected to succeed in entering the academy with the help of the examiners.
Perhaps his guardian War God was surprised too? He had given Du Cheng a necklace for protection, but Du Cheng hadn’t used it.
Anyway, at least he was finally leaving Saint Cain Manor, never having to see Duke Anges’ cold, indifferent face again!
Not long after, a large board appeared floating above the Saint John Cathedral. It was the list of results. As expected, Du Cheng had perfect scores in two subjects and sixty-six in another, ranking thirty-seventh overall. He had definitely passed.
Steve was also within the top hundred, and Charlie had taken first place in the Lanning region!
Du Cheng couldn’t help but sigh. His arrogant second brother truly had the talent to back up his arrogance!
…
“You passed!?”
On the square in front of Saint Cain Manor, Anges was waiting to welcome his eldest son’s success. But instead, he received a shocking piece of news.
Francis, with his incomparable “luck,” had actually passed the War God Academy entrance exam, and his scores were even better than Steve’s!
Du Cheng smiled faintly, then glanced at the statue of Sigru, saying, “Yes, I didn’t disgrace my ancestors, did I? So, dear father, a few days ago you asked if I wanted to start my own household. Now I’ll give you my answer: yes, I’m moving out!”
Hmph, so what if he passed? He had no combat aura, and would eventually be expelled. In the end, he’d still be a disgrace to the Saint Cain family!
Anges coldly responded, “Fine, you can move out, but I won’t help you in any way!”
“Thanks, I don’t need your help!” Du Cheng smirked coldly.
Ancestor above, how should the relationship between my younger brother and father be repaired!? Steve sighed dejectedly and tried to mediate, “Father, the third brother has already…”
“Big brother, there’s no need to say anything!” Du Cheng shrugged indifferently and walked toward the Saint Cain Manor.
He was Du Cheng, not Francis. As an orphan in his past life, he had hoped to experience what it was like to have a family. But unfortunately, after two months, Saint Cain Manor still felt so unfamiliar!
A cold father, an arrogant second brother, and strange-eyed servants… let them go to hell!
Oh, but big brother, old Fuye, and Aliza—they were still his family!
Half a month later, the overall rankings for the five War God Academy exam regions were out. Du Cheng ranked 120th, which, considering the 3,000 total admissions, was an astonishingly high score.
In comparison, Steve’s score was a bit lower, but it was enough. As he put it, “It’s not about the score; passing is what matters!”
Charlie ranked second overall. He was unhappy for quite some time, especially when rumors spread that the first place in all five regions was a fifteen-year-old girl who had scored perfect marks in all subjects. Charlie was furious, vowing to challenge her once they entered the academy!
During this period, Du Cheng borrowed some money from the nobles on the streets and built a small villa in the southern part of the city’s slums. Aliza and old Fuye moved in with him as well. Big brother Steve, with nothing to do, also stayed in Du Cheng’s villa. Although he jokingly said, “I’m here to explore the beauty resources in the southern city,” Du Cheng knew his big brother was concerned about his safety, especially since they had already made enemies with the law minister, Weiduo’s family.
Unlike Saint Cain Manor, the southern district was full of people who looked at Lord Francis with admiration every day. They spoke of virtues and honor—this felt amazing!
But most importantly, Du Cheng could now do good deeds every day!
His lotus on his backside was about to bloom for the third time. According to the divination, the Eight Trigrams Lotus was about to open its first hexagram, and Du Cheng eagerly awaited the benefits of the Lotus Jewel’s first complete hexagram!
In this anticipation, Du Cheng arrived on the day he was to report to the War God Academy.
Early in the morning, Steve dragged Du Cheng to the statue in front of Saint Cain Manor.
Anges was waiting there to see them off. When he saw his two sons arrive, he said coldly, “Steve, are you and Francis leaving without waiting for Charlie?”
“Yes, father,” Steve replied. “There’s a large charitable fund allocated for the third brother by the Church. I’ll accompany him to help with disaster relief, so we won’t wait for second brother.”
“Hmm, I’ve heard. Ferdinand’s glory is with us. Steve, make sure to take extra guards with you, in case of bandits on the road!” Anges gave Steve some instructions, but never addressed Du Cheng.
Du Cheng, in turn, ignored Anges as well.
After a symbolic farewell drink, Anges left.
Watching his father’s retreating figure, Du Cheng sneered, “Let’s go, big brother, let’s get ready to leave too!”
Steve stayed still, instead casting Du Cheng an ambiguous look.
“Oh, big brother, why aren’t you leaving? Are you reluctant to say goodbye to the ladies of Saint John city?”
Steve gave a flirtatious smile and shook his head. “My little brother, it’s not that I’m reluctant to leave anyone. It’s someone else who doesn’t want to leave you. Look, who’s here to see you off?”
Du Cheng turned around and his vision suddenly went black.
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