I Can Control Resources-Chapter 50: The Sun’s Out, Spirits Are High

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The sun hung high in the sky.

When Gao Neng woke up, he checked the time. 9:10.

’Was I unconscious for over half an hour?’

Looking at the desolate ruins before him, Gao Neng’s head throbbed, and his ass ached, just as if some idiot had actually kicked him three times.

"Right, I think I got two Healing Medicines." Gao Neng opened his palm. Inside were indeed two red pills, and a wooden chest was floating in front of him.

He first popped one of the Healing Medicines into his mouth, then opened the beginner’s treasure chest. Unsurprisingly, another Bone Marrow Cleansing Pill appeared in his hand.

’I won’t take this one yet. I’ll wait until my vitality is full.’

’What about Shen Ning’Er?’

’And the wildcat?’

Gao Neng scanned his surroundings again. The wildcat was gone, but Shen Ning’Er was still pinned beneath a rock, apparently still unconscious.

The Healing Medicine worked wonders.

After just a moment, Gao Neng could feel his wounds starting to heal. Gritting his teeth, he used the last of his strength to walk over to Shen Ning’Er, move the rock, and then lift her into his arms.

She wasn’t too heavy.

Soft and supple.

’I took three kicks for this Healing Medicine. It’d be a waste if she died, right?’ After a moment’s thought, Gao Neng calmly placed his hand on Shen Ning’Er’s chest.

He pressed a few times and confirmed she still had a heartbeat, then fed the remaining Healing Medicine into Shen Ning’Er’s mouth.

He waited for a while.

Shen Ning’Er still didn’t wake up.

’Did she not swallow it? Don’t tell me I have to give up my first kiss for this, too?’ Gao Neng felt like he’d be getting the short end of the stick if he had to sacrifice his first kiss just to save someone.

Still, saving a life is more meritorious than building a seven-story pagoda.

He was ready for the sacrifice and didn’t hesitate for long. Slowly, he lowered his head, moving closer to Shen Ning’Er.

And just then, Shen Ning’Er’s eyes flew open.

Their eyes met.

Gao Neng froze for a second, then broke into a grin, revealing a mouthful of pearly white teeth.

THUD!

He took a blow to the head.

’What the hell?!’

Before Gao Neng could figure out what had happened, his body slumped forward onto Shen Ning’Er.

...

A short while later, Gao Neng was shaken awake.

When he opened his eyes again, he saw Shen Ning’Er sitting beside him. She had changed into a clean, black military uniform.

Her face was also washed clean, fair and smooth.

"You’re awake?" Shen Ning’Er said faintly, her gaze fixed on the sun rising in the East.

"Duh, I’ve been awake. I’m the one who woke you up, remember? Damn it, how dare you repay my kindness with malice? And I even gave you a Healing Medicine! It’s very valuable, worth at least... one hundred thousand Alliance Coins!"

"Mm... Did you kill all these people?" Shen Ning’Er ignored Gao Neng’s question, pointing a finger at the bodies of Wang Ju and some men in black.

"That’s right. I killed Wang Ju and all his men. Didn’t leave a single one. You should have seen it. When I get vicious, even I’m scared of myself. Believe it or not?"

"Mm, I believe you," Shen Ning’Er nodded.

"Huh? You really believe me?" Gao Neng stared at Shen Ning’Er’s earnest expression, momentarily at a loss for words. After all, she had been unconscious the whole time. If he hadn’t seen it with his own eyes, even he wouldn’t believe his own story.

"I do. I have my reasons to believe you."

"What reasons?"

"Because you’re handsome. Do you believe that reason?" Shen Ning’Er asked in return.

"I... believe it!" Gao Neng nodded.

"Heh heh."

"Heh heh."

The two of them started laughing at almost the same time. They just looked at each other—one face fair and clean, the other dark with grime—each exuding a completely different air under the sunlight.

Oh, the sun!

It’s so brilliant!

After they stared at each other for a long time, Shen Ning’Er finally tilted her head up again. "It’s said that wherever a magnetic pile appears, the surrounding ore undergoes a qualitative change. Something called ’Magnetic Crystal Ore’ might appear. Have you seen any?"

"Nope!" Gao Neng replied without a moment’s hesitation.

"Is that so... I was thinking that if you had found a piece of Magnetic Crystal Ore, I would’ve let you keep it as a reward for this time," Shen Ning’Er said, seeming a little disappointed.

"Too bad I didn’t find any." Naturally, Gao Neng wasn’t about to fall for that.

"What a shame. Oh well." Shen Ning’Er blinked, then suddenly leaned closer to Gao Neng. "By the way, do you want to know how to use Magnetic Crystal Ore?"

"I..." Gao Neng’s mind raced. Finally, he broke into a grin. "Of course, why wouldn’t I? Exploring the ocean of knowledge has always been my life’s pursuit."

"Mm, alright. I’ll tell you when I have time." Shen Ning’Er nodded, then strode forward.

"Huh? You don’t have time now..." Gao Neng quickly chased after her. He was about to say more when he saw two steel motorcycles parked not far away.

On one of them sat a soldier with a cold expression on his face.

Gao Neng recognized him.

He had seen him last time at the Golden Grand Hotel—Lieutenant Chen.

"Major Shen, about Qin Tianxiong..."

"I know. We’ll talk when we get there." Shen Ning’Er waved her hand dismissively, then her gaze fell on Gao Neng. "Super Energy Warrior, are you coming with me to the university, or are you going to stay here and contemplate life?"

"I’m going to the university with you."

"Then what are you waiting for? Get on." Shen Ning’Er nodded, then pointed a finger at the back seat of her motorcycle.

When Lieutenant Chen saw this, his expression instantly changed. As he looked at Gao Neng again, a very strange look appeared in his eyes.

Gao Neng paid him no mind and sat right down on the seat behind Shen Ning’Er.

"Hold on tight!" Shen Ning’Er shouted. With a twist of her hand, the steel motorcycle shot forward.

"What? I..." Gao Neng didn’t react in time and was nearly thrown off. He subconsciously wrapped his arms forward.

’Uh, did I grab the right spot?’

"If you don’t let go, I’m kicking you off."

"Um... I performed such a great service this time, helping you destroy an underground factory. You’re really not going to consider giving me some kind of reward?" Gao Neng moved his hands down, wrapping them around her waist instead.

"What kind of reward do you want?"

"The Alliance is so rich, it can’t be that stingy, right?"

"Stingy, no, but it won’t be too much either. However, are you sure you want this reward?"

"Why wouldn’t I?"

"Wang Ju’s influence extends far beyond this one place. Even though he’s dead, if this matter is officially attributed to you, you probably won’t be able to stay in the Forgotten Land anymore. Not unless you can get into a Military University and go to the City of Hope."

"I can definitely get in. Worst case, I’ll get into the lousiest Military University and be at the bottom of the class or something. I’m at least confident enough for that..."

"The lousiest Military University? Heh heh, that might not be up to you. Gao Neng, let me ask you a serious question. Have you ever considered going directly to the Military Department?"

"Directly to the Military Department? What do you mean?"

"Nothing. Just something for you to consider. I’m speeding up. Hands a little lower, hold on tight!" Shen Ning’Er accelerated again.

"Lower?" Gao Neng glanced down. ’That would be her thighs, right? Am I that kind of person? Of course not.’ So, he just shifted his body forward, pressing tightly against her.

"..."