Evening study session.

"What kind of damn tree is a function? Better watch out, or once I get the chance, I'll chop it down in a heartbeat." Bai Bufan scratched his messy hair, speaking somewhat irritably.

Damn it, this sneaky little textbook sure has a good sense of intellectual property protection; I can't even steal a bit with my brain.

"Even if you chopped it down, you'd still have to differentiate it," Lin Li, next to him, said with a cheerful grin.

"...Crap."

Bai Bufan was rendered speechless and laid his head on the desk in defeat, then glanced at Lin Li, "Seriously, how come you don't wail like a banshee when facing math anymore?"

"Because I now find math to be quite simple," Lin Li replied with a disdainful smile. "When it comes to the midterm, being 51st will just be a stepping stone for me. The road downhill is noisy, but luckily, I'm climbing up."

Having improved his comprehension by 40% and reinforced his foundation last month, Lin Li indeed found attending classes no longer difficult.

"Damn, you're showing off again. They say Asians have a knack for math, where's my talent gone?"

Lin Li: "Differentiate it."

Bai Bufan: "..."

"Attention, everyone!"

Before Bai Bufan could continue ranting, Wang Ze, Xie Wenjing, and Chen Yu Ying walked in from the classroom door.

After reaching the podium, Wang Ze knocked on the blackboard, prompting everyone to look up at them.

"We just finished a meeting with the school and the student council and wanted to talk to everyone about the sports day," Wang Ze said, waving a blue folder in his hand.

The student council at Nansang Middle School was pretty useless, at least as far as Lin Li was concerned, as its only necessity seemed to be checking early reading in corridors and inspecting hygiene before evening classes.

"Boo—"

"They lack skill but have quite the authority, making a big deal out of small things—"

Since Wang Ze was speaking, the boys in the back row couldn't help jesting.

Wang Ze glared at a few of them and continued:

"The tentative dates for the sports day are the 23rd, 24th, and 25th of this month. It's tentative because it would be quite troublesome if it rains. Current weather forecasts aren't always accurate, so we'll reassess a week before. If conditions are ideal, the dates remain; if not, they'll be adjusted to the 28th, 29th, and 30th at the end of the month."

"The Nansang school sports meet emphasizes everyone's participation. The school doesn't want it to be just a stage for athletic students to showcase themselves, so besides traditional competitive events, there will also be a variety of fun activities.

For example, tug-of-war, three-legged races, caterpillar walking, ping pong relay, and many other events.

The school has stated that all first-year students must participate in at least one fun activity unless they have a special reason, which needs to be explained to and approved by Old Jian.

Now, regarding competitive events, each class can send a maximum of two people per event.

In addition, besides group relay events like 4x100, any individual can only participate in a maximum of two competitive events.

The final class ranking for the sports meet will be based on a points system.

First place in fun activities earns four points, second place three points, third place two points, and participation earns one point; first place in competitive events earns twelve points, second nine points, third seven points, fourth to eighth five points, and participation earns three points. Additionally, breaking a school record gives an extra five points.

As you can see from the points system, the school is encouraging everyone to participate as the baseline participation score is quite high.

Competitive events will only be held during the sports meet, while fun events will be spread out over next week's afternoon self-study classes and later recess periods; look for specific announcements.

Oh, and besides the honor certificates, the top three classes will receive some material rewards from the school, probably snacks or something, although the specifics are unclear.

But that's not important. Whether for class honor or to create more beautiful high school memories for ourselves, let's all try to participate as much as we can. At the very least, let's try to get all those participation points that are like a free gift."

"I, for one, won't eat food given with contempt, but I won't refuse a gift!" Zhou Baowei said proudly.

Wang Ze personally experienced how annoying interruptions can be; no wonder characters in comics often roll their eyes quickly.

"Okay, Bao Wei is signing up for the 3000 meters..." Wang Ze took out his paper and pen to start recording.

Zhou Baowei: "?"

"Wait a second!"

"Hold the bag and shut up. Everyone take a look at these two lists being passed around without us wasting too much time explaining each one. Boys sign up for competitive events with me, girls with Xie Wenjing, and for fun events, see the class monitor.

Fun events are first come, first served. Latecomers should coordinate with other classmates and the class monitor. That's pretty much it. If there's anything else you're unclear about, feel free to ask me after class."

After Wang Ze finished speaking, the three of them returned to their seats, and the classroom instantly became lively, with everyone starting to whisper.

Lin Li shifted his gaze to the system.

Sure enough.

[The sect martial contest is imminent. After training the body for over a month, becoming strong and fit, the time to bring glory to the sect is today. If not now, when?]

[Task Triggered!]

[Task 3: Do your utmost to participate in the sect martial contest and secure at least three first-place titles for yourself or your sect, with at least two being in formal competitions.]

[Task Rewards: Physical Improvement: 10% increase in image charm, 50% enhancement in martial arts talent; Random Artifact*1; Low-Grade Spirit Stone*10; System Currency*150;

If individual contribution ranks first among all sect disciples, there is a 50% chance for the above rewards to double when received (minimum double on one item) (team events will share contribution among team members).]

The task has arrived.

Get three first-place titles?

It seems the formal competitions in the task description refer to competitive events, so of those three first places, at least two need to be in competitive events, with just one needed for fun activities.

...

When the bell rang, Lin Li approached Wang Ze.

"Wang Ze, sign me up."

"Competitive events? And you're the first one? What do you want to sign up for?" Wang Ze nodded, paused his busy work, pulled out a piece of blank paper, and asked, looking up.

All the text on his notebook that contained enclosed spaces was filled in black.

Spent the entire evening study session doing that; Wang Ze will remember this for life.

"3000 meters, 1500 meters, and the 4x100 and 4x400 relays," Lin Li said.

Wang Ze, who was about to start writing, stopped, raised his head again after hearing this, and stared straight at Lin Li: "Lin Li, are you... serious?"

"Serious." Lin Li nodded.

"I can't guarantee spots in the 4x100 and 4x400 relays since registration might be high, and we'll need to filter through PE classes. But as for the 3000 meters and 1500 meters, you dare to sign up, and you'll get to go."

Wang Ze looked at Lin Li with a complicated gaze:

"Damn, I've been wracking my brain about finding someone willing to do long-distance running. Even counting me, we were still short one person."

"Didn't expect you to step up. Lin Li, Lin Li, you might be an unknown quantity in intelligence, but you're kind-hearted. I acknowledge you." Wang Ze patted Lin Li's shoulder heavily:

"Willing to sacrifice for our class, you are the real hero. Don't worry, Lin Li, if I can't find another willing participant, no matter your placement, I'll lap around you at the track!"

Faced with Wang Ze's sarcastic tone, Lin Li smirked:

"You think you can lap me? Look, I'm telling you, for this event, I'll at least secure bronze, defend silver, and aim for gold. If you're participating too, just watch how I climb to the top, one step at a time, while trailing behind me."

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