Chapter 27 - 23: Past and Present Lives (New Book Seeking Collection, Monthly Tickets, Recommendation Tickets)

"Legendary Quest [In the Name of Legacy] has been triggered. The host can only accept this quest after completing the corresponding prerequisites. [In the Name of Legacy]: Because you share the same 'roots,' Tim Duncan has high hopes for you. Now, the test for you has arrived. Prerequisite 1 for the [In the Name of Legacy] quest: The host must increase the current attributes of post-up skills, observation, anticipation, help defense, man-to-man defense, and lateral movement to 75, 75, 75, 75, 70, and 70, respectively, during college. Reward for completing Prerequisite 1: The [Paint Area Genius] badge previously obtained by the host will automatically upgrade to [King of the Paint]. [King of the Paint]: This badge can slightly enhance the host's ability to spot defensive gaps when finishing inside and will boost the host's in-game status after completing a certain number of inside plays on the court. During the boost to in-game status, all of the host's inside attributes will receive a certain level of random enhancement. Note: The [King of the Paint] badge can only be upgraded by completing the prerequisites of the [In the Name of Legacy] quest." Inside the training gym, shortly after saying goodbye to Duncan... Qin Yue received a new task prompt from the system in his mind. Previously, Qin Yue had speculated whether the triggering of tasks in the [Mountain Peak] system was related to his real-life experiences. So at this moment, compared to the new task... Qin Yue was more curious whether, besides his real-life experiences, the tasks or badge rewards released by the system might also be linked to some of his current attributes. For example, when he had only been practicing for a few days, he successfully triggered the "Hidden Mission: Iron Wall," but up until now, he hadn't triggered even once any tasks related to passing or dribbling. Thinking about this, Qin Yue stopped pondering. Because right now... Training, training, and nonstop training was his urgent priority. This unexpected encounter with Duncan had given Qin Yue many insights. He had to quickly digest this knowledge and reinforce his muscle memory through day-in and day-out practice. ... After the Christmas break, taking advantage that the NCAA season hadn't reignited yet, Qin Yue invited his college team teammates for a gathering in his personal name after another day of training. In the new season, from being completely unknown to becoming famous across America, his teammates were also invaluable contributors. Thus, no matter how precious his free time was at the moment, Qin Yue felt it was necessary to reward these people who provided him with great assistance in life and training. Additionally, at this gathering, Qin Yue fulfilled a previous promise he made to Paul by making him a dish of "Malaysian Fried Chicken." The so-called Malaysian Fried Chicken refers to a dish where spices replace the batter. The chicken is marinated for a long time and then wrapped with spices before being deep-fried. Compared to traditional fried chicken, this type of fried chicken has extremely high requirements for spice ratios. Additionally, the most challenging aspect, as Qin Yue previously told Paul, is the oil temperature and timing. Although Qin Yue was full of confidence beforehand, he still encountered multiple failures while making the fried chicken for Paul that day. Seeing this, Paul, who was waiting nearby, became anxious and continuously sent various little question marks with his questioning eyes at Qin Yue. Fortunately, after sufficiently learning from experience and lessons, Qin Yue successfully cooked a visually impeccable Malaysian Fried Chicken on the eighth attempt. "Try it," While placing the fried chicken on a plate and handing it to Paul, Qin Yue said nervously. At this moment, the reason for Qin Yue's nervousness was that whether he could complete the system's previously issued "Hidden Mission: Fried Chicken Brothers" depended entirely on Paul's subjective willingness. Even though not completing this task wouldn't have the slightest impact on Qin Yue himself, after deciding to further his studies in college for another year... Qin Yue knew very well that if he could successfully obtain the [Fried Chicken Brothers] badge, it would definitely benefit him while continuing to fight alongside Paul. Just as in Qin Yue's memory, due to the beatings from Felton and Deron during his freshman career, Paul had long announced his promise to stay at Wake Forest for another year. Paul has always been a practical person. He knows that he currently needs more playing time to fully improve. "It tastes okay," At this moment, as the fried chicken entered his mouth, a rich fragrant taste and crispy tenderness melted in his mouth. Paul said with a satisfied expression. Meanwhile... Receiving the system prompt in his mind, Qin Yue couldn't help but sense a softer side of Paul beneath his harsh words. It was obvious that Paul's true evaluation of the fried chicken wasn't just "it tastes okay." Otherwise, how could Qin Yue have so smoothly completed the "Hidden Mission: Fried Chicken Brothers"? Ha, the stubborn guy! At this moment, Qin Yue didn't bicker with Paul. Instead, he turned and threw himself into the gathering that had just begun. It is worth mentioning that at this day's gathering, as a special invited guest, Rachel Carrell from the news department received an answer that made her quite satisfied afterward. Strong, sunny, full of energy, and passion—the next day, when talking about Qin Yue with her friends after returning to the news department, Rachel Carrell evaluated Qin Yue like this. "The only flaw is, this guy doesn't know how to show a bit of tender regard, actually letting me take a cab home by myself in the cold wind afterward." Moreover, in her diary, Rachel Carrell made a harsh note on Qin Yue.