Chapter 8: Selecting Food Seeds

As a legal consultant for the Rights Department of the 'Miners' Union' in Shanteng City, Xun Meijing's income can be considered above average in the entire Shanteng City, yet it amounts to only 3,650 yuan per month

Seeing Gong Yaming come out, Xun Meijing said with some concern: "Son, you are awake. You studied very late last night, didn't you? There is breakfast made by mom in the kitchen, go eat it quickly."

Xun Meijing had always been concerned about her overweight second son, as his weight prevented him from completing the physical assessment, successfully finishing all the courses of 'senior high school', and obtaining the qualification for the 'advancement examination'

As he browsed through an array of almost never-before-seen curiosities, looking around, Gong Yaming casually walked to a stall displaying numerous 'miniature' potted plants, accompanied by large colorful illustrations and descriptions.

He was lost in thought for 2 to 30 seconds before he finally recalled the various extraordinary encounters he had experienced yesterday. However, although he was awake, the night's sleep seemed to have rendered everything like a dream.

Gong Yaming discovered that the 10th floor of 'Era Shopping' specializes in selling 'Transcender' special items, as well as luxury and valuable goods. Compared to the other 9 floors, the foot traffic was noticeably reduced by about 70 to 80 percent.

Upon entering such an environment, it becomes clear that when the average lifespan reaches 150 years, barring mutated viruses, diseases will hardly pose a threat to human life. The population pressure on society is immense.

The tutoring fee is approximately 1,000 yuan, and it will take about a week. My classmates and I can stay together in Qingji City. If we calculate the daily accommodation and living expenses at 75 yuan, along with the travel expenses, a total of 1,600 yuan will be sufficient

Xun Meijing took out her wallet from her pocket, leaving only a few dozen yuan, counted out 2500 yuan, and handed it to Gong Yaming, saying: "Son, I just withdrew this amount for the groceries for the past half month from the bank, it's all for you. You are overweight, and you snore while sleeping. Sharing a room with others not only disturbs your classmates but also affects your own sleep. It would be better for you to stay in a single room."

Standing on the "automatic escalator," I ascended all the way to the 10th floor, where the environment suddenly became much more tranquil and elegant

Deciding to heed the subtle advice of Luda, who kept his true intentions hidden, Gong Yaming chose not to reveal the truth to his parents. Taking advantage of his father's absence and in a fleeting moment, he uttered a lie that was sufficient to fulfill his desire to go to Qingji City

After receiving the money from his mother and putting it into the pocket of his shorts, Gong Yaming ignored the fiery gaze of his sister beside him and said to his mother: "Mom, when you see Dad come home, please mention my tutoring to him. After I finish my meal, I will take the 'maglev train' to 'Qingji City' for books." He then turned and walked into the kitchen to enjoy his delayed breakfast.

"Indeed, son, you have passed your physical education, which is truly wonderful." Xun Meijing happily stood up from the sofa, ran two steps to her son Gong Yaming, embraced him tightly, and said with joy: "Now, participating in the 'Promotion Examination' is completely assured. As for the tutoring class in 'Qingji City' that you mentioned, as long as you believe it will benefit your 'Promotion Examination', then go ahead and join. Whatever amount you need, your mother will provide it for you."

In a state of mental agitation and chaotic thoughts until late at night, the next day, Gong Yaming did not open his eyes, yawning repeatedly, until 10:20. In a daze, he recalled that there seemed to be something very important to do today

Upon hearing the news that Gong Yaming had passed, she could not help but feel overjoyed, and naturally, she would not refute the "aspiration" request that Gong Yaming immediately put forward.

In the living room, Mother Xun Meijing is sitting on the sofa with my younger sister Gong Yamei, chatting about something.

Upon hearing this, Gong Yaming nodded with a flushed face, no longer paying attention to the sales assistant, and began to carefully observe the "potted plants" in front of him, meticulously reading the information on the colorful illustrations

Hearing his mother's words, Gong Yaming yawned and said, "Mom, I'm not hungry. But why did you come back so late last night? Why are you up so early this morning? Are you going to work overtime today as well?"

With a firm slap to his cheek, Gong Yaming muttered to himself in self-deprecation: "I can't believe I'm a bit dazed so early in the morning, it seems I have yet to adapt to the fact that I am about to become an outstanding individual"

The attractive and fair-skinned saleswoman looked at Gong Yaming with a hint of surprise and replied: "Yes, sir, this is indeed a stall selling 'food seeds.' These potted plants are specially treated, and they are miniature 'food seeds' that have completed their growth. You can directly perceive the 'quality of capability' of these 'food seeds.' The illustrated descriptions next to the pots provide brief data on different 'food seeds,' including key points such as growth environment, cultivation methods, and so on." These potted plants are specially treated, and they are miniature 'food seeds' that have completed their growth. You can directly perceive the 'quality of capability' of these 'food seeds.' The illustrated descriptions next to the pots provide brief data on different 'food seeds,' including key points such as growth environment, cultivation methods, and so on.

In recent years, mining accidents have frequently occurred. I believe that the original mining sites are fundamentally unsuitable for extraction. Continuing to mine in such areas is a blatant disregard for human life. By the way, Mom, we have already completed our physical education exams, and I passed all my subjects. Now that the courses in senior high school have concluded, the school has allowed us to review freely. I heard from several high-achieving classmates that they plan to go to a tutoring center in Qingji City to engage in intensive simulation practice for the entrance examination. I would like to join them; what do you think? Now that the courses in senior high school have concluded, the school has allowed us to review freely. I heard from several high-achieving classmates that they plan to go to a tutoring center in Qingji City to engage in intensive simulation practice for the entrance examination. I would like to join them; what do you think? And the library.

After scrutinizing the large colorful painting repeatedly and confirming its accuracy, he cleared his throat and asked, "Excuse me, miss, is this the stall that sells 'food seeds' for 'stand-ins'?"

At this moment, upon hearing that Gong Yaming wanted to take extra lessons, she did not even ask which classmates he would be going with, but simply handed over 2,500 yuan, which shows her indulgence towards her son.

Shanteng City is merely a "Level 5 city," so one would not expect to find top-quality "food seeds" in the commercial markets. Nevertheless, for Gong Yaming, these can only be considered ordinary "food seeds," yet they still opened his eyes to new possibilities. Of course, the prices left him utterly astonished

However, in front of her mother, Gong Yamei would not speak a word against Gong Yaming, for countless lessons had taught her that such actions would ultimately backfire.

Gong Yaming's mother, Xun Meijing, is a middle-aged woman of short stature, with a round face and features that appear quite astute

Gazing at the empty stall devoid of customers, a young saleswoman dressed provocatively, exposing her snow-white midriff, made Gong Yaming feel a rush of blood to his face

It is precisely this evident favoritism that causes Gong Yamei, who is much more outstanding than her elder brother Gong Yaming, to feel a deep sense of imbalance. Consequently, whenever there is an opportunity, she tends to target Gong Yaming in various ways.

After much effort, I found a sales assistant, and Guo Yaming finally inquired about the location of the "food seeds" for sale.

I returned home before 12 o'clock last night, had a good sleep, and am not tired at all. The concern from my son made Xun Meijing feel warm as she replied: This morning at home, I will prepare meals for you for the whole day, and in the afternoon, I will return to the 'Federation' to review the appeal documents. Although this mining accident was not severe, there were still 11 casualties. Whether we can help them secure the maximum compensation depends critically on these next two or three days.

The bustling crowd weaves back and forth in the ten-story "marketplace" covering an area of hundreds of thousands of square meters, while the air is filled with various types of advertising "3D projections," and the noise is almost deafening.

Half an hour later, Gong Yaming walked out of his home with a backpack containing a few changes of clothes packed by his mother. However, instead of taking the "city subway" to the "maglev station," he headed straight to the largest chain retail store in Shanteng City, "Times Selection."

This capable professional woman is consistently known for her efficiency in the evaluations of friends and colleagues. The only matter that leaves others perplexed is her markedly different assessment of her younger son, who bears a resemblance to her, and her stubborn belief that her judgment of him is the correct one

Upon waking up and realizing that today is Saturday, and having plans for a journey, Gong Yaming put on a neat pair of shorts and a short-sleeved shirt, and stepped out of his bedroom