The next day, Chen Gu checked his scores. In this era, the entire Confederation and the whole Star Nation used unified exam papers. The total score for cultural subjects was 900, and the full score for physical skills tests was also 900. For top-tier institutions like the Tiangong Military Division, scores in both categories needed to be above 800 for an applicant to even stand a chance of being admitted—and that was just a possibility. Furthermore, it wasn't an average of 800. Both categories had to be over 800 to ensure students didn't specialize in one to the neglect of the other.

Then, an average score of 850 or above in both categories would make admission relatively secure.

As for other well-known first-tier schools, an average score of 700 or above was needed for both categories. Military academies, emphasizing both literary and martial prowess like the Tiangong Military Division, also required scores above 700 in both, not just an average.

Chen Gu's score in cultural subjects was 890, and his physical skills score was 900.

There was no suspense.

He knew he would definitely be admitted, and he was certain to achieve a shockingly unconventional score. Indeed, that was the case.

He had cheated using "Brain Domain Hacker," so nailing the cultural subjects was almost a given. As for his physical skills score... He was a Second Energy Level practitioner, and his physical constitution had already reached the peak of the Fourth Energy Level. It could be said that in the entire history of the Confederation, there had never been an examinee with such strong physical prowess.

Next was filling in his university preferences. Chen Gu, of course, only chose one: Tiangong Military Division.

If they don't admit me with these scores, it would only be Tiangong Military Division's loss.

Unexpectedly, after the results were released, those who normally had good relations would usually call to inquire. However, it seemed everyone had tacitly agreed not to call Chen Gu, possibly because they were worried about him "losing face." After all the bragging about getting into the Tiangong Military Division, if he couldn't even get into the Capital Star institutions...

Qing Ruyan didn't call either. Anyway, no matter Chen Gu's scores, he could still attend the National Second Agricultural and Forestry University.

Moreover, Qing Ruyan could sense that Chen Gu didn't like that school, so she didn't want to rub salt in the wound.

"Forget it. If nobody calls me, I'll just call others," Chen Gu curled his lip and made the first call to his "old-aged son," intending to ask about his grandson's scores.

But Chen Jixian's phone went unanswered. Chen Gu muttered to himself before calling his grandson. "My dear grandson, how did you do?"

Chen Zili automatically filtered out the "dear grandson" and growled excitedly, "I did it! I really did it!"

Chen Gu could even picture his grandson on the other end of the line, fists clenched, his face brimming with a 'ferocious' triumph.

"So, what were your scores?"

"Cultural subjects total 837, physical skills total 840!" Chen Zili was exuberant, but Chen Gu frowned. As expected, the effect wasn't as good as with me. After all, his was passively received.

Still, these scores represented a huge leap for Chen Zili, who had previously been considered mediocre at best.

This leap was the result of Chen Zili's own diligent efforts during his final year, as well as the intensive "cramming" from Chen Gu. If analyzed seriously, Chen Zili's own efforts accounted for at least seventy percent of the achievement.

"What are you so excited about?" Chen Gu dampened his spirits. "Scores over 850 in both categories—that's what really secures a spot. Your scores are awkward. Even if you get admitted, it won't be to a good specialty. You probably can't expect to be a Mecha pilot or battleship gunner after graduation. Maybe you'll end up in logistics."

Chen Zili was suddenly at a loss for words. Are you really my grandfather? Can't you let me be happy for a little while longer?

Chen Gu waited for a while, but his grandson didn't proactively ask about his grandfather's scores and instead sulkily hung up the phone.

Chen Gu uttered, "Eh?"

That very afternoon, a piece of news appeared on the Interstellar Quantum Network: The Confederation's ninth candidate with a perfect score in physical skills had emerged!

A nationwide discussion erupted, with many believing this person to be a future ace Mecha pilot, perhaps even a future marshal of a starfleet.

The news release stated the candidate's name was Chen Gu, yet, for some unknown reason, it didn't mention his specific planet of origin.

Those around Chen Gu still had no idea what had happened. Even if they saw the news, they probably assumed it was someone else with the same name.

In this era of vast populations, the number of people with identical two-character names was staggeringly high.

Qing Ruyan waited all day but received no call from Chen Gu. She guessed he probably still didn't want to go to the National Second Agricultural and Forestry University. Feeling some sympathy for him, she decided to call the Director-General. "Your Excellency, I have an idea."

"Chen Gu's physical skills score must be very high. Even if his academic scores aren't up to par, with some maneuvering, he should still be able to get into some fairly good schools."

Aviloya interrupted her, "Of course, I know that. But his current state is such that he really shouldn't be too high-profile. I want him to go to the National Second Agricultural and Forestry University to lay low for a while. This will hide him temporarily until we figure out the secrets he's carrying. Whatever he deserves, the Bureau of Mystic Security will ensure he receives it."

Qing Ruyan had nothing more to say.

The Director-General's concerns were very reasonable. Chen Gu had already attracted military attention. With Bai Yunpeng constantly trying to poach him, Aviloya was already struggling to cope. If he attracted any more attention, the Bureau of Mystic Security might genuinely not be able to protect him.

"Yes, you have a point..." Qing Ruyan conceded. But before she could finish, she suddenly heard Aviloya say something on the phone that sounded like... cursing?

How can you, the goddess of all men in the Star System, be cursing? A goddess like you should be too perfect to even defecate!

Qing Ruyan was baffled by this sudden outburst. Aviloya immediately sent a news link. "Look into this."

Aviloya hung up. Qing Ruyan opened the link. "Hmm? A candidate with full marks in physical skills? Chen Gu? Impossible."

It also mentioned that his academic scores were frighteningly high... how much... 890!

Impossible. That kid... hehe.

But Aviloya trusted her intuition; she believed there was a ninety percent chance this person was Chen Gu. Why? Because she had personally witnessed Dr. Meng Ji conduct a physical assessment on Chen Gu. People like Qing Ruyan were not privy to the details; they only had a rough understanding that Chen Gu's physical condition was exceptional, even among other professionals.

Just based on Chen Gu's physical capabilities, equivalent to the peak of the Fourth Energy Level, he would get a perfect score even if he held back.

This kid loved to show off, so Aviloya wasn't surprised by him achieving a perfect physical skills score. However, the mention of an academic score of 890—that was the real issue!

In fact, Aviloya had anticipated Chen Gu achieving a perfect score in physical skills. The reason the report didn't disclose the candidate's planet was due to some "precautionary measures" she had already put in place.

She knew how shockingly unconventional it was to get a perfect score in physical skills. She had originally wanted to suppress it to prevent Chen Gu from "blowing his cover" prematurely.

However, some issue must have arisen, as this "sensational news" was still dug up by the media. That's why Aviloya couldn't help but curse...

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