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Chapter 24: Past and Present Life (New book, please collect monthly tickets and recommend tickets)
"The legendary quest [In the Name of Heritage] has been triggered.

The host can accept this task only after completing the corresponding prerequisites.

[In the Name of Heritage]: Because we share the same roots, Tim Duncan has high hopes for you.

Now, it's time to test you.

【以传承之名】任务前置条件一：宿主需在大学期间将背身技术、观察、预判、协防、盯人防守、横向移动的当前属性分别提升至75、75、75、75、70、70。

Prerequisite 1 Completion Reward: The host's previously obtained [Paint Area Genius] badge will be automatically upgraded to [Inside King].

[Inside King]: This badge can slightly enhance the host's ability to find gaps in the opponent's defense when finishing in the inside, and will improve the host's on-the-spot status as the host completes a certain number of inside attacks on the court.

During the period of enhanced presence status, the host's internal attributes will receive a certain degree of random bonus.

Note: The [Inside King] badge can only be upgraded by completing the prerequisites of the [In the Name of Heritage] quest. "

In the training hall, 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 task triggering of the [Mountain Top] system was related to his real-life experience.

So at this moment, compared to the new task
What Qin Yue was more curious about was that, in addition to real-life experiences, would the tasks or badge rewards issued by the system also be related to some of his current attributes?

For example, he successfully triggered the "Hidden Mission: Iron Wall" after only a few days of practice, but until now, he has not triggered even one mission related to passing or dribbling.

Thinking of this, Qin Yue stopped thinking.

Because right now
Training, training, and non-stop training is his top priority.

This chance encounter with Duncan gave Qin Yue a lot of insights.

He must seize the time to digest this knowledge and deepen his muscle memory through day-to-day practice.

……

The Christmas holiday was over, and before the NCAA war reignited, after another day of training, Qin Yue sent out a party invitation to his school team teammates in his personal name.

In the new season, Qin Yue was able to go from obscurity to fame across the United States, and his teammates also played an indispensable role.

Therefore, no matter how precious his spare time is, Qin Yue believes that it is necessary for him to reward those who have provided him with great help in life and training.

In addition, at the party that day, Qin Yue also made a portion of "Malay fried chicken" for Paul as he had promised him before.

The so-called Malay fried chicken refers to a dish that uses spices instead of batter. The chicken is first marinated for a long time, then wrapped in spices and fried.

Compared with traditional fried chicken, this type of fried chicken not only has extremely high requirements on the ratio of spices, but the most challenging thing is the oil temperature and time that Qin Yue had mentioned to Paul before.

Although he was full of confidence beforehand, Qin Yue still made several mistakes while making fried chicken for Paul that day.

Seeing this, Paul, who was waiting on the side, became anxious, and kept sending all kinds of little question marks to Qin Yue with his questioning eyes.

Fortunately, after fully learning from experience and lessons, when making the eighth serving, Qin Yue successfully cooked a Malaysian fried chicken that looked impeccable in appearance.

"Try it."

Qin Yue said nervously as he put the fried chicken on a plate and handed it to Paul.

At this moment, the reason why Qin Yue was uneasy was that whether he could complete the "Hidden Task: Fried Chicken Brothers" previously issued to him by the system depended entirely on Paul's personal subjective will.

Even if this task is not completed, it will not have any impact on Qin Yue himself.

But after deciding to study in university for another year.
Qin Yue knew very well that if he could successfully obtain the [Fried Chicken Brother] badge, he would definitely benefit from it as he would fight side by side with Paul in the future.

Just as Qin Yue remembered, Paul made an early commitment to stay in Wake Forest for another year because he was severely beaten by Felton and Deron during his freshman year.

Paul was always a practical man.

He knows that he still needs more playing time to improve in all aspects.

“It tastes okay.”

At this moment, as the fried chicken entered his mouth, a fragrant and rich flavor and a crispy and tender texture melted in his mouth. Paul said with a very satisfied look on his face.

And at the same time.
Qin Yue, who received the system prompt in his mind, couldn't help but feel Paul's sharp tongue but soft heart.

Obviously, Paul's true evaluation of this fried chicken is more than just that it tastes good.

Otherwise, how could Qin Yue complete the “Hidden Mission: Fried Chicken Brothers” so smoothly?
Oh, you stubborn guy!
At this moment, Qin Yue didn’t care about Paul.

Instead, he turned around and immersed himself in the party which had just begun.

It is worth mentioning that at the party that day, Rachel Carlisle, the female host of the news department who attended the party as a special guest, got an answer that made her very satisfied afterwards.

Strong, sunny, energetic and passionate - the next day, when Rachel Carlisle returned to the news department and talked about Qin Yue with her friends, she commented on Qin Yue in this way.

"The only flaw is that this guy doesn't know how to be gentle with women. He actually left me alone in the cold wind to take a taxi home afterwards."

In addition, Rachel Carlisle also made a harsh note of Qin Yue in her diary.

……

In January, with the NCAA war reignited, the Demon Deacons officially entered the season sprint stage.

Although during daily training, everyone would use the slogan "Make it to March Madness" to motivate each other.

But in fact, as long as the Demon Deacons don't get upset frequently in the next games, they will have already secured a place in March Madness.

As we all know, before the Great West Conference was established, each of the 30 conferences in the NCAA Division I had an automatic berth.

This entry spot will usually be determined by the championship of each league, that is, the playoffs of each league.

However, since the Demon Deacons are in the ACC, the strongest division in the NCAA, they want to qualify for March Madness by winning the tournament championship.
Even if the Demon Deacons have an excellent record this season, no one dares to guarantee it right now.

In fact, what the Demon Deacons really locked in early was another way to participate in March Madness.

That is, the other 35 teams selected by the NCAA Selection Committee. (Note ①) Generally speaking, the NCAA Selection Committee announces the results in mid-March each year based on factors such as team performance, the strength gap between leagues, and the strength of the schedule.

However, since the Demon Deacons once topped the national rankings this season, and the team also has star players such as Paul and Qin Yue, as long as the NCAA selection committee does not want to be questioned about the objectivity and fairness of the selection results, then in a sense, the Demon Deacons have already secured their qualification for March Madness in advance.

Of course, even so, Prosser does not want his disciples to be too relaxed in the next game.

after all
Don't be afraid of ten thousand in everything, just be afraid of the eventuality.

Fortunately, his disciples quickly responded with their outstanding performance on the field:

Coach, who says we don't want to go into March Madness as the No. 1 seed in the ACC?
In the seven games since the war resumed, the Demon Deacons have achieved a record of 6 wins and 1 loss.

During these seven games, Qin Yue, with the guidance of Duncan, constantly digested the knowledge about back-to-the-basket shooting through practice on the court.

He used every opponent as a practice target and gradually built up his reputation in the paint of college basketball.

North Carolina became the only team to beat Wake Forest in January.

As for the reason
In the game, the Tar Heels sent out several inside players to encircle Qin Yue.

This is where the foundation of the NCAA's old powerhouses lies.

Maybe in a certain season, my star player will be not as good as you in terms of level.

But in terms of the number of people who can play on the court, what can you compare with me?

Although on the court, Qin Yue once played a wonderful scene of forcing the basketball into the basket under double-teaming.

But as time went on, he gradually ran out of energy and had no choice but to accept the team's fate of losing to North Carolina.

Hmm? You ask what the Demon Deacons star Paul is doing in this game?
The next day, when a new day comes, Chris Paul, who walks into the team's training hall with a gloomy face, will tell you with his silent hard work:

Don't ask, because asking means you lack respect for the point guard god.

In his freshman season, the skinny Paul was helpless whenever he met a tank-type guard.

Unfortunately, even Qin Yue couldn't help him in this regard.

Because you can't let Josh Howard come back to play in the NCAA, right?
On January 1 of this year, Wake Forest officially held a retirement ceremony for Josh Howard's No. 29 jersey.

As a legend in Wake Forest's history, Josh Howard, who has amazing dynamic and static talents, definitely has the ability to quickly establish a second line of defense for the team when Paul is broken through.

But where can the Demon Deacons find such a top wing player right now?

As pitchers, defense has never been the strong point of Monk and Evans.

If Prosser is willing, Qin Yue can go and clean up Paul's mess.

but.
In that case, Qin Yue's physical fitness would inevitably decline at an alarming rate.

There is no way, this is an unsolvable problem.

Because in the NCAA, you cannot strengthen the team's existing roster through trades.

Chris Paul is destined to learn how to compete with those top point guards only by constantly being beaten.

……

2月，随着上场时间的增加，秦岳已经将他在03/04赛季的数据刷新到了场均14.5分、7.8个篮板、3.7次助攻、2.7记封盖和1.1次抢断。

Considering the value of the ACC league and Qin Yue's 27 minutes of playing time, this transcript has made him a hot candidate for the ACC League's best newcomer this season.

Now he has a star aura. Not only is the NBA paying attention to him, but there are also more and more reports about him in China.

Online, many Chinese fans are very interested in his news.

Of course, Qin Yue's parents were also interested in him.

Before this, because he was afraid that his family would know that he had chosen a completely bad path of no return, "Qin Yue" basically made up stories when talking to his family on the phone.

By exploring his memory, even Qin Yue couldn't help but break into a cold sweat for the lies "he" had told.

However, the lies that Qin Yue had told before turned out to be a good thing at this moment.

Because for Qin Yue, who didn't know how to face his parents in this life, he had saved a lot of time on explaining.

On this day, when expressing their daily concern to Qin Yue over the phone, Qin Yue's parents proudly told him on the phone that in order to be able to communicate with him better, the old couple had recently learned how to use the Internet.

In addition, in addition to showing concern, father Qin Yong also showed Qin Yue what money power is.

At this point, Qin Yue finally understood why "he" was so thorough.

Because, "he" who lacks persistent enthusiasm for basketball does not need to change his destiny through basketball like those black players.

"He" chose the path of basketball simply because he was tall and had a wingspan far beyond his peers.

After browsing "his" memories, Qin Yue knew very well that "he" chose to study in the United States at the age of 15 simply because he thought it was fun and novel, and he would not be restricted by his parents.

Therefore, when he came to the United States and faced setbacks, he chose to lie down and escape reality without hesitation.

"Since I have inherited everything from you, let me help you fulfill all the lies and big words you have said in the past!"

That day, after talking to his family on the phone, Qin Yue thought silently.

……

注①：2001年到2010年，NCAA疯狂三月的参赛名额为65个。而2011年到现在，则是68个。

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