Chapter 61: I Love Studying Even More

Xu Zhi, munching on melon in his courtyard, was browsing a forum on his phone when he naturally came across the photos. He was a little speechless. "This guy actually took pictures in secret? And now he's showing them off on the forum?"

The players were utterly shocked. Of course, they had no idea of the sensational and terrifying truth: that the "other world" was merely a wizard world sandbox constructed by Xu Zhi in his own orchard.

At that moment, Li Shengjiang saw the online sensation and took a deep breath, knowing full well the immense impact it would have. He himself had been in shock for quite some time when he first learned about it.

He waited for everyone to calm down a bit before getting straight to the point, finally beginning to recount his marvelous adventures in the other world.

Of course, he would never, under any circumstances, mention his own tragic past: how he initially led the slime race, was cruelly imprisoned and bred, and became a miserable commodity in that other world.

"A hundred years passed in the game, yet only a single day outside. This is a feat modern technology simply cannot achieve. We won't delve into this terrifying black technology here!"

"I'll just briefly explain what happened during those hundred years... I secretly advanced technology in the other world, spending over ninety years—the equivalent of two lifetimes for you—on diligent research. Using my slime engine, I managed to develop alchemy."

The crowd was instantly bewildered.

"Two lifetimes for me? How cruel! Is he cursing me to only live to forty-five?"

However, a group of sycophants quickly jumped in to defend him, clearly afraid of offending the 'big shot.' "Isn't it just two lifetimes for you? Unless, of course, you're now over forty-five?"

"You sycophants, you'll lick yourselves into oblivion!"

Both sides began to argue.

On the other side, people were also buzzing. "Still, ninety years of research is truly a long time—it's like a person's entire lifetime."

Li Shengjiang became a little more serious and then attached several images.

These included a schematic diagram of the alchemical airship's structure, internal photographs of the vessel, and the locations of its ten thousand engines.

Seeing the actual images, everyone grew incredibly excited. After all, who doesn't harbor a dream of giant mechs?

"Holy crap, that size! In modern terms, it's as big as an aircraft carrier..."

"You don't have metal in that other world, so you can't make projectiles. Instead, you use circuit diagrams to convert kinetic energy into electrical energy, then electrical energy into spiritual potential energy, firing not cannonballs, but witchcraft? That's incredible!"

Next, Li Shengjiang unveiled his magnum opus, "Grantham," which once again elicited countless gasps of astonishment and a frenzy of screen-swiping comments.

"With these two, I defeated Medusa, the Death Lord Emperor of that era, and unified the current wizarding world... In this primitive civilization, I popularized science and technology, making these indigenous cultures understand that modern science is the primary productive force. The world now calls me 'the Monarch Emperor who wields alchemy and the Gate of Truth.' But my seven little wives are dying. Can any of you experts help me figure out a way?"

He finally revealed his true objective.

He also posted seven pictures of the beautiful young witches—lively, romantic, adorable, mischievous, and charming, each with her own distinct personality. They were, in fact, the seven lovely young witches of the Elizabeth Witch Freemasonry.

Over the years, he had come to regard these seven adorable young witches as his closest family. Given the deep bond he had formed with them, he naturally couldn't bear to let them die.

Initially, no one believed him, but now they were amazed that it was actually true.

"Go All In Again": "Wow! The big shot actually has a harem in the other world and became an Alchemy Emperor! Doesn't that mean all the beautiful young witches in the entire world, even his own palace witch ministers, are at his disposal?"

"Cute Girl Wants to Evolve into a Dragon, Endorsing a Legend Web Game": "The previous comment is joking, don't forget the big shot is just a slime—willing but powerless (nonsense)."

"Akina Speed": "Hahaha, that's certainly true! We just discussed how traditional witches must adhere to the three iron laws, which forbid *that sort of thing*. Their relationships with people are always pure love. So presumably, the big shot and his seven young witches also share a pure love, because even if he wanted to, he couldn't... (Nonsense)."

"Nonsense—this bracketed part is crucial, it'll be on the exam."

Li Shengjiang's veins pulsed on his forehead.

This was the irritating thing about these darn netizens—all they did was mock and joke around.

If time hadn't been so short, he would have already reached out to well-known medical professors he knew for help, but that kind of assistance couldn't possibly be arranged and completed in just one day.

He still had over a hundred years of life left in the game, which equated to just one real-world day, twenty-four hours.

Within these two dozen hours, his only option was to harness the collective power of the internet—mobilizing countless medical students and experts in medical drug development to help him find a solution.

He needed to gather collective wisdom and brainstorm ideas.

"Chunzi Loves Learning": "You guys are going too far! They've lived together for over a hundred years, shared laughter and joy; they're already family. Big shot, rest assured, I support you. Are there any medical students willing to go all out and help? But is it really useful to have medical students help within ten hours?"

"It is useful."

Li Shengjiang immediately stated, "As you know, I follow the 'farming' playstyle. To extend my lifespan, I developed a microscope in the alchemy laboratory and studied herbalism. It took me a long time to research a longevity potion, but it was too slow. I discovered that the real-world principles of medical cells, molecular structures, target cells, and receptor cells can all be perfectly replicated in the other world, almost as if it were another Earth. I've compiled notes and photographs of some of the exotic herbs, their types, effects, medicinal properties, and even their molecular structures under a microscope. Are there any medical experts who can help me devise a way to formulate some new potions?"

Everyone was instantly dumbfounded.

The big shot is amazing!

As expected of a master of the 'farming' playstyle who specializes in climbing tech trees—he even compiled a pharmacopoeia of the other world!

They all grew excited. Given the molecular structure diagrams and medicinal principles, they might actually be able to...

"Medical students say that with the relevant data, it's entirely possible! It's like discovering a new plant in nature and being asked to study its pharmacological effects."

"Hahaha! Brothers, let me handle this! Before, it was always those arrogant biology majors who got to show off their professional knowledge of evolution in 'Spore Evolution,' flaunting their ability to evolve species everywhere. Now, this hardcore sandbox game finally has a use for us medical students!"

"Hooray for us medical students!"

"Brothers, it's time to go all out! Who's with me? Let's team up—thousands of medical students researching together. Within ten hours, we'll develop a prototype drug! Let's clear our names!"

"I'm in! Who says we gamers don't understand family affection? When my grandma passed away, I cried for ages [tears in eyes]. The big shot, 'Primordial Thunderbolt Hand,' has spent over a hundred years with them; they're truly family now. I can completely understand that desperate feeling."

"Those of us in medicine understand the pain of parting forever! Otherwise, we wouldn't have chosen this sacred profession."

"Brothers, let's show them what medical students are capable of! Let's shout our motto: 'We medical students, why shrink from a fight!'"

"'We medical students, why shrink from a fight!'"

"'We medical students, why shrink from a fight!'"

The group was boiling with passion.

"Aren't you guys embarrassed?"

"You medical students are so flashy! Why are you all wearing Pinru's clothes? (You're so flashy.jpg)"

Many couldn't help but retort.

"Hahaha! You're just jealous of us medical students! Based on my estimate, the next 'third test' won't involve writing biology evolution papers; it'll be medical papers. It's our time to shine!"

In just a single hour, countless medical students displayed a fervor they had never shown even for their regular studies. They flocked to their university libraries, comparing plant structure data, investigating medicinal properties, and engaging in intense discussions with each other.

Suddenly, school libraries and public libraries alike were packed with students.

The sudden surge of activity in the libraries quickly caught the media's attention. Local TV stations featured expert professors who began to speculate, speaking with an air of righteous certainty:

"As people's living conditions improve, many are beginning to seek the satisfaction of intellectual knowledge. This is a positive development, likely stemming from the recent learning craze sparked by 'Spore Evolution.' As for why they are specifically borrowing materials on the most complex subject, medical pharmaceutics? Of course, after evolutionary biology, medical biopharmaceutics is simply the most challenging and profound discipline!"

This scene felt eerily familiar.

This time, the quick-witted host next to him swiftly interrupted the professor, offering his own theory: "Professor Yuan, do you think it's possible this is, once again, caused by that national educational sandbox game, 'Spore Evolution'?"

"Naturally, that's impossible."

Professor Yuan smiled subtly, brimming with self-satisfaction.

This time, he had clearly done his homework and thoroughly understood the game. He expounded eloquently, "As everyone knows, this is a casual sandbox game designed to teach evolution, focusing on 'species evolution.' It's very interesting, but it has little to do with medicine, so it's naturally impossible."

But soon, he was proven wrong again.

Because shortly after, a live reporter on the TV program began interviewing university students who were diligently studying, seated on chairs.

One enthusiastic student, wearing a red bandana emblazoned with the character for "battle," stated with a look of determination, "This red bandana on my head is what I wore when I was grinding for my postgraduate entrance exams! Now I'm addicted to games, I've slackened off too much, and I've failed many subjects... I never thought I'd put on this fighting headband again and return to those passionate years of studying and striving."

"Excuse me, why did you start re-..."

"Because of 'Spore Evolution,' of course! It made me love learning again!"

The reporter: "..."

She then interviewed another well-known medical student.

This medical student was quite aloof. He merely glanced at her before looking back down at his book, casually retorting, "'We medical students, why shrink from a fight?' Please don't waste my time—I'm serious about playing games!"

"Huh???"

Immediately, everyone watching the TV was stunned.

Countless experts: "????"

Isn't this game supposed to be about evolution? How did it suddenly turn into medical studies?!

Could it be that this game has expanded its scope again?

Before, this phenomenal game was all about "learning makes me happy" and acquiring "evolutionary knowledge." Now, has it shifted its focus to teaching "medical knowledge"?

"This is a great game."

"If I'm not mistaken, this game will likely cover every academic discipline in the future. Starting with evolutionary biology, then modern medicine, and perhaps next, chemistry and physics."

"My goodness, this game is incredible! It truly lives up to its reputation of providing sixty million learning resources per person. This game is simply the hope for thirty million of our nation's youth to grow into valuable talents. My son, unfortunately, isn't diligent enough to play it."

Countless parents cast approving glances.

In an instant, the news that "Spore Evolution Expands to Medical Knowledge, Igniting a Nationwide Medical Craze" hit trending topics, sparking widespread national discussion and solidifying its status once again as a national phenomenon game.

"Son, look! See? If you don't study hard, you can't even play games!"

"You good-for-nothing! You usually love games so much, but now you can't even play this one! You can't even get started. What kind of future will you have when you grow up?"

"Daughter, stop spending all day just on makeup! If you don't study diligently and can't even play this game now, how will you ever become a high achiever? How will you stand out? You'll end up laying bricks at a construction site!"

In front of their televisions, parents were heartbroken, pointing fingers and poking at their children's backs, scolding them for being such disappointments.

Previously, parents considered playing "games" a disgrace.

But now, 'Spore Evolution' was so hardcore that countless parents praised it frantically, and everyone took pride in their children being able to play this game.