The Geared Immortal

Chapter 1142

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That guy's face suddenly turned pale as he could feel that something went wrong… but then it was too late. The people around him also noticed this while they are gloating at the frail youth in their friend's hand.

But before everyone could react, a heavy gravitational force enveloped their bodies as it suddenly presses them down.

Crack!

The ground gave in like 10 times the amount of gravity suddenly descended.

Everyone within the 3-meters radius suddenly fell to the ground… and that includes Tung Jo.

And because of the rapid change in gravity, no one was prepared and they all passed out.

At this time, Xin Ja and Qing Joming quickly acted out.

In fact, they were watching this scene but did not interject specially Xin Ja. This is because he wanted his friend to gather the courage to face his enemies. He knew the feeling of being scorned and looked down upon, and he knew that if his friend did not overcome this on his own, then he would forever be enslaved by that fear.

But seeing the array note suddenly coming to life and using his Ki at that, made Xin Ja become guarded. He did not interfere but decided to clean up the aftermath.

And now he and Qing Joming acted to help those who have fainted.

Luckily for them, after Tung Jo fainted, the array was quickly released, if not then the damage to the internal organs of these students would be worse.

He quickly takes care of Tung Jo and then the women in the area. Meanwhile, Qing Joming takes out one potion after another from his bag and made those who woke up drink the potion to regain their strength.

Tung Jo at this time sits on the side and with a shaking hand looks at his surroundings. When he saw the bullies passed out, he glared at them but still feels a bit guilty.

He saw Xin Ja and Qing Joming helping the people which made him truly grateful for his friends.

After everyone recovered, the two stood beside Tung Jo.

"Man… that was awesome… Brother Jo… How were you able to do that?" Qing Joming said with admiration in his eyes.

Tung Jo feels a bit awkward at the praise.

"Let's go back to class… Everything is fine now…" Xin Ja said with a smile.

Suddenly the few youths blocked their path. They were the ones who just recovered as Xin Ja treated them last.

"You…" the guy glared at the three.

This time, the students have learned their lessons and quickly take a couple of steps back.

"We… what?! Do you want to pass out again?" Qing Joming walks in front and sneers at them.

"You… you…" the youth wanted to say something but his body could still feel that strange power that seem to suddenly weigh his whole body down in almost an instant.

He suddenly began to feel fear in his heart and quickly takes a step back.

"If you don't want to be beaten again… do not provoke my friend here…" Qing Joming said while patting Tung Jo's chest.

"Let's go guys!" he said while strutting ahead of the group.

Xin Ja and Tung Jo look at each other and follow him from behind.

Pretentious as he is, Qing Joming truly looks the part. It was as if he was the one who defeated these people.

As the three enter the academy, many gazes are glued on them and whispers could be heard everywhere.

Qing Joming and Xin Ja stood outside the runemaster campus as they wave goodbye at Tung Jo.

"Hey… I guess you've reached the threshold, right? I can feel it in your aura."  Qing Joming said with a hint of amazement.

"Umm… Yes… I've reached it just a while ago…" Tung Jo said shyly.

"Haha… Good… good… Break a leg, my friend!" Qing Joming said while waving.

"Good luck!" Xin Ja also said as the two walks away.

Tung Jo looks at the back of the two and clenches his fist. He did not expect to have two good friends who have helped him a lot.

Breaking the border and becoming a level 2 runemaster apprentice is something that he has been dreaming of. And because of his friends, he was able to attain it.

With determination in his eyes, he turns around and went to his class.

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The assessment began and the whole academy became tranquil. Most students are in their classroom performing their tasks and only a few could be seen outside. Those outside has already passed the assessment and is free.

Two figures could be seen loitering about while sitting under a tree.

It did not take long for Xin Ja and Qing Joming to pass the freshman assessment and was quickly sent out.

"Hey, do you think Tung Jo made it?" Qing Joming asked while fiddling with the grass under him.

"I think so… He is already prepared for it. Plus you've seen what he did at the entrance of the academy… That was awesome, right?" Xin Ja said with a confident smile on his face.

"Yeah… That… that rune array. It's new, right? It's something that I have not seen before."

"Yes, I was surprised when I saw it in his notes… it is something that I have found really interesting…"

In fact, Xin Ja found it very interesting that he has already begun to combine it with a training module in his mind. It is a training module that would help him strengthen his physique more.

From the time that he saw that idea and helped Tung Jo in completing it, he has already decided to use it for himself. He would of course get his permission from his friend before starting such a project.

The two stayed in that place for a while before they saw Tung Jo walking towards them with a big smile on his face.

"Haha…" he suddenly laughed when he arrived in front of them.

Xin Ja was taken by surprise and almost jump when he heard that laughter. Meanwhile, Qing Joming could already tell that their friend passed the qualification and advancement exam.

"Did you use that same rune technique?" Qing Joming asked curiously.

Tung Jo shook his head.

"No… That technique is far too dangerous… I used a simpler one. The array control…" he said while gesturing some hand signal formation in his hand.

"Oh… You actually use that…"

"Yes… The teachers did not expect that I would be able to control such an array. If not for what happened that night and today, I would never have the courage to control such a large formation." Tung Jo explained.

"Anyway… Thank you, guys. I owe you two a lot now…"

"Geez… What owe? We are all friends… Brothers… right?"

"Right!…"

"Right!"

The three stayed in that place for a while until the rest of the students began walking out of the classrooms. Some have dejected expressions on their faces, while many are elated. The majority of the students have passed and some did not.

Xin Ja suddenly saw a quiet figure sitting on a rock bench. A slight smile appears on his face as he straightens himself and began walking.

Suddenly, Qing Joming wanted to call for him, but Tung Jo stopped him.

"He's walking towards Rou Chenchen…" Tung Jo said while pointing in the direction where Xin Ja is going.

"Hmm… Will he ever tell her that he likes her?" Qing Joming muttered.

"Well, I don't think so…"

"Why did you say that?"

"That is what he is. Shy and introverted. I think he would wait until Rou Chenchen is the one to say it out loud."

"For real?"

"Yep…"

"Hey… when did you become such an expert?" Qing Joming raised one of his brows.

The two did not bother and then walk to the academy's main cafeteria.

"Hey…" Xin Ja suddenly greeted.

Rou Chenchen was a bit surprised but when she saw Xin Ja, a bit smile suddenly appears on her face. With that smile, Xin Ja's mind was immediately blown. So he stood there with a stupefied expression on his face.

"You're here! Do… Do you want to have lunch with me?" she said while showing the wooden lunch box she is holding.

When Xin Ja saw that, he nodded his head without thinking twice.

The two also went to the academy's main cafeteria and quickly found the seat where Tung Jo and Qing Joming are seated.

The four got seated and they ordered some food while sharing the lunch box that Rou Chenchen made.

The four have a harmonious lunch. But then in the middle, they were interrupted by a group of students. This group is composed of haughty-looking youth which shows that they belong to the big families of the town.

In one look, Xin Ja immediately recognizes a few of them.

He did not expect that he would be meeting these people when he least expect them. But for some reason, they are actually going their way with an expression of ridicule in their eyes.. And the target of that ridicule is… Rou Chenchen.