Chen Gu watched his retreating back, the teasing smile on his face gradually fading. Truthfully, even Chen Gu himself didn't know if what he had done was right or wrong. But Chen Zili's passion had influenced him, and he didn't want to see his grandson disappointed.

Forget it... He sighed and settled down to prepare for the exam in three days.

Even in this era, this time of year remained the most critical and agonizing moment for the entire family of a candidate.

Needless to say, for commoners, this could be considered one of the rare opportunities in their lives to "leap over the dragon gate."

Even for privileged families, these exams were of great significance.

The exams were spread out over three days: academic subjects on the first two days and a physical skills assessment on the third.

Upon entering the examination hall, Chen Gu encountered his grandson. Chen Zili appeared distracted and paranoid. Chen Gu could guess the reason but couldn't find a way to console him. He felt increasingly unsure whether his actions towards his grandson had been right or wrong.

But he was just an ordinary man; as a professional, he didn't have much experience and truly couldn't predict what the outcome would be.

During these three days at home, Chen Zili reviewed his books and mysteriously found himself extremely "familiar" with the content! All the knowledge points were crystal clear, even though he clearly hadn't remembered some of them before.

What on earth was going on!

He spent three days reviewing all his textbooks and discovered he actually knew everything. This made him rather uneasy...

As the electronic prompt for the start of the exam sounded, Chen Zili cast aside his stray thoughts and diligently began to answer the questions.

The three days of exams finally passed. As many candidates walked out of the exam hall, they showed a sense of immense relief.

The ordeal was over, and at this moment, the final results were no longer within their control.

Chen Gu strolled out easily, confident that he would have no problem being accepted into the Tiangong Military Division. Especially on the last day, during the physical skills assessment, he hadn't even used his full strength and had already outshone everyone.

Now, he would wait three days for the results.

With nothing else to do during this period, Chen Gu decided to submit his report to advance to the Third Energy Level.

The department would probably delay it, but Chen Gu wasn't concerned. He had no grand expectations in the short term. However, as soon as an opportunity arose, he was determined to find a way to urge the department to approve his application.

My son is about to advance to the Sixth Energy Level. As his old father, I need to step up.

Because he wasn't busy, he spent extra time at the 745 Research Institute, dealing with a large batch of accumulated complex problems that day.

However, Zhao Zhenhuai was not at his post; he had returned to Empire River Star to accompany his son for the exams and had not yet come back.

Chen Gu understood this and didn't press him.

Zhao Junzhi, though a despicable person, hadn't troubled him recently.

Qing Ruyan had been with Chen Gu on Empire River Star. As soon as the exam was over, she came to him, saying, "Don't worry, everything has been arranged with the National Second Agricultural and Forestry University. They will admit you exceptionally. For this matter, you should thank the Director-General. After all, it's a university on Capital Star. She personally stepped in to settle this for you."

Chen Gu snorted inwardly but said, "Oh, I thank her."

I thank her whole family.

"Pack your things. The admission notice has arrived. We'll leave right away."

Afterwards, the class organized a farewell banquet, and the military section organized one as well, both held at the Xianwei Residence. Many students couldn't hold back their tears after drinking too much.

Quite a few also took the opportunity of being drunk to muster the courage to confess their feelings.

Most of these confessions led to nothing, as everyone was about to go their separate ways, their futures unknown and filled with uncertainty. They did this merely to ensure their youth was without regrets.

What surprised Chen Gu was that he received confessions seven or eight times! Among them was even one from a male student from another class, which scared him so much he fled on the spot.

The day before the college entrance examination scores were released, Chen Gu suddenly received an anonymous message: "Enjoy your college life!"

Chen Gu paused, then suddenly understood: it was Liu Shichan.

He sighed softly. He wanted to trace the message but felt it was meaningless. They had escaped to another Star Nation; even if he found the source of the message, what point would it serve?

While Chen Gu was feeling melancholic over the unexpected message, his phone suddenly rang. Melincha excitedly told him, "Hurry, the Chief has been released!"

Chen Gu immediately drove to the division building and rushed into the Special Service Fifth Team's small office. Laughter echoed from within; Marcus was joking with everyone.

Charles and his two team members arrived as well. Chen Gu couldn't help but step forward and give Marcus a strong hug. Marcus pushed him away. "You bastards! Did you all think I wouldn't get out? Plotting to usurp the throne, were you? Eyeing my team leader position? HA HA HA! I'm back! You little rascals will have to keep working diligently under me!"

Chen Gu laughed awkwardly but said nothing more at that moment.

The group was very excited. The 'little demoness' Selena raised her hands and proposed, "I suggest we go out and celebrate tonight!"

"Great!" everyone roared in approval. Chen Gu smiled and said, "You pick the place. It's my treat tonight."

Selena's eyes lit up. "Then we must find the most expensive place!"

Later that evening, when everyone was well into their cups, Marcus suddenly fell silent. Despite the lively atmosphere, he felt an overwhelming sense of loneliness. He stood up abruptly, patted Chen Gu on the shoulder, and said, "Chen, come outside with me for a moment."

The two stepped out of the nightclub, the booming music slowly fading behind them. Marcus led him to the roadside. A cool breeze was blowing. Looking at the traffic flowing overhead, Marcus sighed. "I'm afraid I won't be able to work with everyone in the future."

Although he had seemed full of bravado during the day, Marcus was keenly aware of his situation.

"I reckon the Section Chief will call me for a talk tomorrow. A transfer to a desk job is inevitable. After all these years... suddenly no more field assignments, just stuck in the division building all the time... Heh, I don't even know if I can adapt..."

Chen Gu offered what little comfort he could. "Things will turn around. You're experienced; the bureau will always have a use for you."

Marcus patted his arm firmly. "Chen, the Fifth Team will be yours from now on. I'll recommend to the Section Chief that you take my place. You haven't been in the bureau long, but everyone has seen your abilities. Melincha and the others... none of them are suitable to be team leader..."

Chen Gu gave a wry smile and waved his hand dismissively. "Chief, after the college entrance examination, I'll be transferred to Headquarters."

Marcus paused, taken aback. He opened his mouth as if to speak, but then could only let out a regretful sigh. Then, he smiled again. "Right. Capital Star is where the real future lies. Congratulations."

Chen Gu couldn't explain. The two stood silently in the night wind, neither of them in particularly high spirits.

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