Chapter 32: Poor guy, can’t even afford a car?

Chapter 32: Poor guy, can’t even afford a car?

Just when everyone was nervously and attentively handling the star beast skin in their hands, there was a sudden cry. It turned out that a classmate made an accidental mistake in operation, and the sharp tool instantly cut through the thick protective gloves, and the blood of the star beast instantly stained his hands. His face instantly turned as pale as paper, and his eyes were full of fear and helplessness, as if he had seen the scene of doomsday. The classmates around him were also frightened by this sudden situation and their hearts stagnated, but they quickly reacted, and they crowded around him in a hurry and sent him to the infirmary. This thrilling scene made the already quiet and tense classroom atmosphere even more solemn. Everyone unconsciously clenched the tools in their hands, and the sweat on their foreheads became more and more dense due to excessive tension.

Su Nian was not affected at all. Her eyes remained firm and focused, and she carried out each step in an orderly manner. Recalling the experience of helping her grandfather peel mice and rabbits in the countryside, those scenes full of fireworks flashed through her mind one by one, and she felt more calm and composed. Although this star beast skin is much harder and rougher than the animal fur in the 21st century, its texture and structure seem to have a unique pattern in Su Nian's eyes. Her fingers danced flexibly, as if playing a silent piece of music, carefully removing the fat from the star beast skin. Every movement was precise and neat, without the slightest hesitation, as if the tool in her hand had become a part of her body.

Then, she gently soaked the processed star beast skin in a potion called "Spiritual Clear Liquid". This potion showed a dreamy light blue color, rippling slightly in the transparent container, exuding a faint and charming fragrance. The fragrance seemed to have life, and it penetrated into the nose, making people feel relaxed and happy. After soaking for a while, the originally hard star beast skin seemed to have received a magical baptism, gradually becoming soft and tough, and the stubborn and hard parts before seemed to be tamed, and obediently showed their soft side.

The next step is polishing. Su Nian picked up a special polishing tool, which seemed like a precious work of art in her hands. She carefully rubbed the surface of the star beast skin, her movements were as gentle as if she was caring for a newborn baby. Every touch was like a deep conversation with the material. She was fully focused and did not miss any tiny flaws. Her eyes were full of pursuit of perfection. The sweat on her forehead slid down her cheeks and dripped onto the ground, but it did not affect her concentration at all.

Finally, Su Nian completed all the processing steps. She let out a long sigh, and that breath seemed to be the release of the fatigue and tension that had been suppressed for a long time. Looking at the perfect star beast skin in her hand, the smooth surface and uniform color seemed to tell of her efforts and persistence, and her heart was filled with a sense of accomplishment. That sense of accomplishment was like warm sunshine, illuminating her slightly tired face.

Teacher Chen Feng began to check the students' results one by one. His eyes were serious and earnest, as if a rigorous craftsman was examining his own work. After a careful inspection, the teacher's originally tense face gradually showed a satisfied smile, and that smile was as warm as the spring breeze: "Everyone's performance was good this time. More than 1000 people have completed the culling work. Half of the 15 people in our group have also completed it. Keep up this state, and the students will have a promising future!"

At this time, the bell rang out, announcing the end of a battle. There was not much time left before the end of get out of class. Teacher Chen Feng said, "The next course is to remove impurities with mental power, but there is not enough time today. Everyone, take the processed animal skins back and process them. I will check them during the next materials class." After that, the teacher skillfully operated the optical computer and distributed information to everyone's optical computer. The information detailed the material properties and processing methods of various furs, as well as the use of various chemical treatment agents, like a precious secret book.

"get out of class dismissed!" Following the teacher's order, the students packed up their things, and the classroom was suddenly filled with all kinds of sounds. There were excited discussions, tired sighs, and the sound of tables and chairs colliding. Everyone poured out of the classroom like a tide, and Su Nian also left the classroom with a firm step, carrying the star beast skin he had processed, looking forward to the next class.

After class, Su Nian packed up and prepared to go to the cafeteria. She walked alone on the path in the campus. The afternoon sun shone on her, but it could not dispel the fatigue between her eyebrows. The golden light reflected on her worn-out radiation protection suit, reflecting a kind of tenacious light. Her steps were slightly heavy, and every step seemed to carry the persistence of life.

At this time, Ye Yao's cool energy car came from behind like a flash of lightning and stopped beside Su Nian. The wheels rubbed against the ground and made a harsh sound, breaking the tranquility on the path. Ye Yao rolled down the car window, her delicate face full of arrogance and disdain. Her lips painted with bright lipstick opened slightly, and she looked at Su Nian with disgust and said, "Hey, why are you walking to the cafeteria? Poor guy, can't you even afford a ride?" Her voice was sharp and piercing, like a sharp blade cutting through the air.

Su Nian pursed her lips, her calm eyes showing no disturbance, and she answered in a neither humble nor arrogant voice, "I'm poor and can't afford to sit." She looked straight ahead, as if Ye Yao's ridicule was just a gust of insignificant wind to her.

When Ye Yao heard Su Nian's answer, she laughed triumphantly, her laughter full of superiority, and said, "Beg me, beg me and I will let you ride in my car." There was a teasing gleam in her eyes, and she was looking forward to seeing Su Nian in trouble.

Su Nian hesitated for a moment, then thought about how hungry and tired she was, and how the cafeteria was a long way away, so she said, "Please, take me there." There was a hint of helplessness in her voice, but more of a compromise with reality.

Ye Yao didn't expect Su Nian to really beg her, and was stunned for a moment, not knowing how to continue to make things difficult for her. But the words had already been spoken, and she couldn't regret it, so she could only reluctantly say, "Come up!"

Su Nian gently opened the car door, got in, and sat in the back seat. The car was filled with the smell of high-end perfume, and the seats were made of soft and rare leather, which felt as comfortable as clouds. The control panel in the car was shining with high-tech light, and the various exquisite buttons and display screens were dazzling.

As Ye Yao started the car, she showed off to Su Nian, "See? This is the latest model of energy vehicle, and the equipment inside is top-notch. This audio system, this air conditioning system, I'm afraid a poor guy like you has never seen it in your life."

Su Nian cooperated and said, "It's really amazing. Your car is amazing."

Ye Yao became even more complacent when she heard Su Nian's praise: "Humph, don't touch it randomly. You can't afford to pay for it if you break it."

Su Nian nodded obediently: "I understand."

Ye Yao thought Su Nian would jump up and down, but she didn't expect her to be so obedient. She was speechless for a moment. A sense of guilt inexplicably welled up in her heart, but it was quickly suppressed by her pride.

The car sped along the campus road, the wind blew in through the window, ruffling Su Nian's hair. Ye Yao drove attentively and stopped talking.

Finally arriving at the cafeteria, Su Nian got off the car, thanked Ye Yao politely, and hurried into the cafeteria. Ye Yao looked at her back, snorted, and drove away.